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WEEKLY NEWS Archive April 2020

DAILY & WEEKLY HAPPENINGS:

Local Area Public Library
 
Creative Writing, Workshops, Lecture Series, Story Time, Book Club and more...

Avalon  |  Stone Harbor

Recreation Information

There are a wide variety of daily & weekly activities, programs and special events offered by our local recreation departments.

Avalon  |  Stone Harbor

The Wetlands Institute

It is a great time to see what's happening at The Wetlands Institute. Check out their events calendar and join in for an adventure in exploration and discovery!

The Wetlands Institute Calendar

Seasonal Beach Tags

Seasonal beach tags are available via mail, smartphone app or in person.

 

WEEKLY NEWS - 4/10/2020

Avalon Mayor Issues Second Executive Order; Beaches, Boardwalk,
Recreation Fields to Close; Events Cancelled


The second directive relies on executive and administrative orders issued by the State of New Jersey and prohibits all short-term rentals indefinitely, and prohibits non-essential visitation not exempted by gubernatorial executive order. Additionally, all public beaches, boardwalk, recreational fields, playgrounds, and the kayak park are closed until further notice; the directive includes restrictions on municipally-operated marinas. The Borough has cancelled all special events up until Memorial Day weekend.

     Second Executive Order; Beaches, Boardwalk, Recreation Fields to Close; Events Cancelled

Stone Harbor Closure of Beaches, Public Parks and Municipal Marina/Boat Ramp

In an effort to contain, mitigate and control spread, the Stone Harbor Office of Emergency Management has closed beaches, public parks and the municipal marina/boat ramp.

     April 8th Closure of Beaches, Public Parks and Municipal Marina/Boat Ramp

State of the Library/Community Report

The Avalon Free Public Library provides annual reports to the Avalon Borough Council during April of each year. These are the reports provided to the Borough, which you can view online:

     Avalon Free Public Library
 
Borough Responses to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Officials are taking preventative measures to be utilized with respect to the expanding outbreak of respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Dates and events are scheduled to change throughout this event. Please visit their websites for up to date information:

     Avalon   |   Stone Harbor

 

WEEKLY NEWS - 4/3/2020

Help the Shore Community

Find out how you can help, from near or far, and how businesses are supporting the community during this difficult time.

     Help the Shore Community
 
Directive From Mayor Martin L. Pagliughi

Governor Murphy has issued a series of Gubernatorial Executive Orders which have the force and effect of law. These Executive Orders ("EOs") are currently in effect and will remain in effect until further notice.

     Directive From Mayor Martin L. Pagliughi-Short Term Rentals, Visitation
 
Meeting Change of Avalon Borough Council

The Borough Council of the Borough of Avalon will not be holding the scheduled Work Sessions and Regular Meetings of Wednesday, April 8, 2020 and Wednesday, April 22, 2020.

     Notice of Meeting Change
 
Reduce Non-Essential Visitation

The Cape May County Board of Chosen Freeholders are supporting a unanimous position from the 16 municipalities in Cape May County agreed upon on Monday, March 30th.

     16 County Mayors Approve Joint Message on Visitation, Short Term Rentals
 
Open for Services, Take Out & Delivery

Check out the list of local businesses that are open during the restrictions related to the coronavirus:

     Seven Mile Island   |   Atlantic County and Cape May County
 
Borough Responses to Coronavirus (COVID-19)

Officials are taking preventative measures to be utilized with respect to the expanding outbreak of respiratory illness caused by the novel coronavirus, COVID-19. Dates and events are scheduled to change throughout this event. Please visit their websites for up to date information:

     Avalon   |   Stone Harbor


UPCOMING EVENTS*
 
Due to rapidly changing schedules over health concerns regarding COVID-19, our events calendar has been temporarily removed.

Event Cancellations & Postponements:

     DoTheShore.com     |     Cape May County Herald
 
Recreation Information:
 
     Avalon   |   Stone Harbor
 
Borough/Town Websites:

     Avalon   |   Stone Harbor
      
Chambers of Commerce:

     Avalon   |   Stone Harbor

 

ACTIVITIES FROM HOME
   
Library Resources

Don't forget that many public libraries offer a variety of resources to allow you access to ebooks, audiobooks, movies, TV shows, newspapers and more, all available online 24/7 and completely free. Check out Avalon's offerings below, or visit your local library's website for more information!

     Avalon Free Public Library - Digital Offerings
 
Cape May County Zoo & Park Virtual School

Don't get stir crazy! The Park & Zoo may be closed but they are bringing the ZOO-to-YOU! Visit their virtual Zoo School:

     Visit Cape May County Zoo, Virtually

Caring for and Elderly Loved One?

While the shelter-in-place policy is in effect, it is particularly important to keep your elderly parent at home as much as possible. With self-isolating as the new normal, your parent may be missing their usual outings with family, bridge games, religious services, book clubs, or just casual social visits. AgingCare.com has compiled list of online activities to help keep the mind and body busy during the coronavirus outbreak:

     Lockdown Activities for an Elderly Loved One
     
Virtual Tours Of 31 Of The World's Most Incredible National Parks

Google Earth is offering virtual tours of some of the world's most incredible national parks to provide an escape for people during social distancing. While following government guidelines to stay at home and help stop the spread of coronavirus COVID-19, you can be mentally whisked-away to inspiring destinations on the other side of the planet. You can visit the most high-profile bucket-list of America's national parks, including the sweeping vistas of the Grand Canyon, Yellowstone and Yosemite, the alligators of the Everglades and the rock salt basins, polished rocks and marble walls of Death Valley.

     Google Earth Launches Virtual Tours Of 31 Of The World's Most Incredible National Parks 
 
Ultimate Guide To Free Resources For Remote Learning During Coronavirus

With all New Jersey schools officially closed due to the coronavirus, if you have kids, they're home for the foreseeable future. This means remote learning and a whole lot of free time. Visit NJ.com for a roundup of some of the best free resources and videos for your kids during this time. From zoo webcams to virtual library storytimes, there's something for kids of all ages.

     Ultimate Guide To Free Resources For Remote Learning During Coronavirus
 
12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch

There is a way to get a little culture and education while you're confined to your home. Google Arts & Culture teamed up with over 2500 museums and galleries around the world to bring anyone and everyone virtual tours and online exhibits of some of the most famous museums around the world. Now, you get "go to the museum" and never have to leave your couch.

     Stuck at Home? These 12 Famous Museums Offer Virtual Tours You Can Take on Your Couch

 

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