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DAILY & WEEKLY HAPPENINGS:
Local Area Public Library
Creative Writing, Workshops, Lecture Series, Story Time, Book Club and
more...
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Stone Harbor
Recreation Information
There are a wide variety of daily & weekly activities, programs and
special events offered by our local recreation departments.
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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.
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Stone Harbor
AVALON POLICE
ACCREDITATION
"The Avalon Police Department has received its third, three-year
accreditation from the New Jersey State Association of Chiefs of Police
(NJSACOP). During this process, the Avalon Police Department received a
perfect 100% compliance, putting the department in the top one percent
of departments statewide that have been re-accredited for a second time
with a perfect compliance record."
Avalon Police Receive Third Accreditation; Top One Percent Statewide
With Perfect Compliance
PLANS FOR BEACH
PATROL BUILDING
"Stone Harbor Borough Council heard a presentation recently on the
conceptual design of Beach Patrol Headquarters. The building would be
located on the site of the existing facility at 95th Street and the
beach. The design calls for a structure with two floors and a crow’s
nest. The first floor would house boats, vehicles, storage, and locker
areas. The second floor is laid out for office areas and a break room.
The building would be used for beach-tag sales. Restroom facilities
would also be redone, with access in the same general area, but further
north to allow for a circular drive drop-off point at the beach
entrance."
Borough Hears Plans for Beach Patrol Building
EFV WORK & STREET
PAVING
"Starting in mid to late September, South Jersey Gas’ contractor,
Lantier Construction, will visit Avalon again to complete a project that
began in the spring with the installation of the Excess Flow Valves
(EFV’s) that provide safety to a property and neighbor during
emergencies including extreme flooding events. An additional 100
properties will be affected by this project and notification from the
utility to the customer will be provided directly. Final full and half
width street paving for the work that was done in the Spring will begin
likely in late October with all final paving from the Spring, 2019
project to be completed by Thanksgiving Weekend, 2019."
South Jersey Gas to Continue EFV Work, Street Paving in the Fall
EVENTS &
LOCAL HAPPENINGS
Artist Reception with California Colorist Jane Seymour
August 30 - September 1, 2019
Ocean Galleries hosts Jane Seymour over Labor Day weekend when she
brings her latest collection of gorgeous oil paintings, watercolors, and
bronze sculptures to Stone Harbor.
Artist Reception with California Colorist Jane Seymour
American Legion Post #331 Pancake Breakfast
August 31, 2019
American Legion Stephen C. Ludlam Post 331, 11625 2nd Avenue, Stone
Harbor. 8am - 11am.
American Legion Pancake Breakfast
Tim Kerr Charities Splash N' Dash
August 31, 2019
An event for kids to race and help Make A Difference!
Tim Kerr Charities Splash N' Dash
Tim Kerr Charities 7 Mile Island Run & TK5k Run/Walk
September 1, 2019
Proceeds from this year's event will benefit: The Helen L. Diller
Vacation Home For Blind Children and Back On My Feet.
7 Mile Island Run & TK5k Run/Walk
End-of-Summer Shop Hop
September 6-8, 2019
Businesses in Avalon will offer sales and hospitalities during the
End-of-Summer Shop Hop.
End-of-Summer
Shop Hop
Villa Maria By The Sea Open House
September 7, 2019
Join the Sisters for a guided "walk-through", followed by light
refreshments in the dining room. Music provided by Sister Diane and
Sister Ginny.
Villa Maria By The Sea Open House
H.W. Shaner Surf Fishing Tournament
September 7, 2019
Association of Surf Angling Clubs cordially invite you to attend the
57th Annual H.W. Shaner Surf Fishing Tournament in Avalon. Sponsored by
A.S.A.C. The tournament will be a team and an individual event.
H.W. Shaner Surf
Fishing Tournament
Get In Gear Exceptional Bike 'N Stroll Experience
September 7, 2019
Navigate your own route and distance of up to 100 miles along the scenic
Jersey Shore! Visit a wide variety of participating merchants and
receive complimentary: beer flights, wine tastings, margaritas, lunch,
snacks, seafood, sushi, pizza, ice cream and so much other great gear.
All while helping to raise funds for local scholarships!
Get
In Gear Bike 'N Stroll Experience
Barefoot Ball
September 7, 2019
Benefits Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children.
Barefoot Ball
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
September 11, 2019
Freedom Park, 96th Street & Seng Place, Stone Harbor. 11:00am.
9/11 Remembrance Ceremony
FLOOD ALERT SYSTEM
"In August 2017, Stockton University's Coastal Research Center
placed sensors in flood-prone areas of Avalon and Longport as part of a
study of nuisance flooding. The goal was to collect data that could be
tied to weather information and tide levels for the development of a
better predictive capability, an effort to reduce property damage caused
by flooding. Stockton's Dr. Stewart Farrell and Matthew Suran went
before Avalon Borough Council recently to report on the conclusion of
the study."
More - Study Seeks to Establish Flood-Alert System
TECHIE TURTLES
"Diamondback terrapins have an important role in the salt marsh, and
their fate impacts many aspects of the marsh ecosystem. They are
gray-skinned turtles with highly variable patterns and markings that are
specially adapted to life in the salt marsh. The Wetlands Institute has
worked diligently for nearly 30 years to pioneer conservation methods
that reduce terrapin deaths and help boost numbers of hatchlings so that
terrapins remain a vital part of our coastal ecosystem. The program
promotes the conservation of diamondback terrapins through applied
research, conservation programs, citizen science projects, and
educational programs."
More - Techie Turtles - Using New Technologies to Conserve Diamondback
Terrapins
UPCOMING
EVENTS
Annual Sidewalk Sale
August 24, 2019
Downtown Stone Harbor, over 150 boutiques, stores and restaurants each
with a unique personality.
Annual
Sidewalk Sale
Tim Kerr Charities Cedar Island 5K Swim
August 25, 2019
This 5K Swim starts and finishes at Avalon Yacht Club, and the course is
designed to be going with the tide throughout the event. This is a
self-timed charity event.
Cedar Island 5K Swim
Stone Harbor Family Fun Night
August 26, 2019
"South Jersey Magic - Jim Combs"
Stone Harbor
Family Fun Nights
Avalon Summer Beach Movies
August 27, 2019
"Peter Rabbit"
Beach
Movie Line Up
Tuesdays at the Tower
August 27, 2019
"DriftWoodStock"
Tuesdays at
the Tower
Thursdays On Dune
August 29, 2019
"Prince and Princess Night - Sidearm"
Thursdays On Dune
Artist Reception with Jane Seymour
August 30 - September 1, 2019
Ocean Galleries hosts Jane Seymour over Labor Day weekend when she
brings her latest collection of gorgeous oil paintings, watercolors, and
bronze sculptures to Stone Harbor.
Artist Reception with California Colorist Jane Seymour
American Legion Post #331
Pancake Breakfast
August 31, 2019
American Legion Stephen C. Ludlam Post 331, 11625 2nd Avenue, Stone
Harbor. 8am - 11am.
Pancake Breakfast
Tim Kerr Charities Splash N' Dash
August 31, 2019
An event for kids to race and help Make A Difference!
Tim Kerr Charities Splash N' Dash
Tim Kerr Charities 7 Mile Island Run
& TK5k Run/Walk
September 1, 2019
Proceeds from this year's event will benefit: The Helen L. Diller
Vacation Home For Blind Children and Back On My Feet.
Mile Island Run & TK5k Run/Walk
MORTGAGE RATES
DROPPING!
Why not take advantage? Our friend Joe Conlin at Republic Bank is
offering some outstanding rates.
View August 15, 2019 Rate Sheet (PDF)
 FREE SURF LESSONS
South Jersey Boardriders will be hosting FREE SURF LESSONS on Sunday, August 18th at 5:30pm on 30th Street beach.
Local professional surfers will be on site and raffle prizes for added fun! No registration required. Bring your STOKE!
UPCOMING EVENTS
Summer Reading Celebration & Ice Cream Social
August 16, 2019
Avalon's Own Sundae Best will be scooping ice cream at the Avalon
Library and they'll be hosting Zoom Balloons and their energy-packed
show!
Summer Reading Celebration
& Ice Cream Social
Big Band Dance
August 17, 2019
"The Serenaders"
Avalon Community Hall 7pm.
Big Band Dance
Bay Atlantic Symphony Concert
August 17, 2019
Led by Bay Atlantic Symphony's Music Director Jed Gaylin, Passion and
Fire features Schumann's Cello Concerto and Beethoven's Symphony No. 3
in E-flat op. 55.
Bay Atlantic Symphony Concert
Festival of Lights Boat Parade
August 17, 2019
This year's theme: Lights of Broadway. Join the parade, register your
dock or boat...all docks and boats must be pre-registered. At time of
registration, pre-register your wristbands for the after party!
Festival of Lights Boat Parade
Line Dancing Fundraiser
August 18, 2019
Join The Avalon Garden Club for an afternoon of fun and dancing!
Avalon Garden Club
Stone Harbor Family Fun Night
August 19, 2019
There is no better way to learn about the local creatures found in the
salty waters of the ocean or New Jersey back-bays than to experience
them firsthand.
Stone Harbor
Family Fun Nights
Avalon Summer Beach Movies
August 20, 2019
"Top Gun"
Summer
Beach Movie Line Up
Tuesdays at the Tower Concert Series
August 20, 2019
"The Seabillys - Classic Rock"
Tuesdays at
the Tower Concerts
APAC Children's Mini Event
August 22, 2019
"Fairytale Puppet Show"
APAC Children's Mini Event
Thursdays On Dune
August 22, 2019
"Villains Takeover - Stereo Giants"
Thursdays On Dune
Annual Sidewalk Sale
August 24, 2019
Downtown Stone Harbor, over 150 boutiques, stores and restaurants each
with a unique personality.
Annual
Sidewalk Sale
Stone Harbor Farmers Market
Sundays: Through September 1, 2019
Fresh fruits & vegetables, fresh baked breads and cakes, fresh local
seafood, cured meats, cheeses, homemade crepes, fresh baked pizza, fresh
ground coffee, gourmet oil & vinegars, nuts, honey, flowers, nursery
stock.
Stone Harbor Farmers Market
COUNTY BRIDGES
The New Jersey Department of Transportation (NJDOT) announced Aug. 6 the
grant solicitation period for FY20 Local Bridges Fund program is open,
with applications being accepted through Oct. 16, 2019.Three Cape May
County bridges will receive a total of $2.9 million from the program:
Townsends Inlet spans 1-7 replacement $1 million; Ocean Drive over
Middle Thorofare Bridge railing replacement $1 million; and Corson's
Inlet substructure rehabilitation $919,000.
Three County Bridges Get $2.9 Million in State Grants
FREE SURF LESSONS
South Jersey Boardriders will be hosting FREE SURF LESSONS on Sunday,
Aug. 11th and Sunday, Aug. 18th at 5:30pm on 30th Street beach.
Local
professional surfers will be on site and raffle prizes for added fun! No
registration required. Bring your STOKE!
CAPE REGIONAL FOUNDATION
August 10, 2019
This year's 7 Mile Island Designer House Tour features 10 unique and
beautifully designed homes in Avalon and Stone Harbor - from bayfront to
oceanfront and more. "This is a great opportunity to support our medical
center's services while enjoying a day on 7 Mile Island," stated Ellen
Kravet Burke, Chairman of the Show. "You can visit the homes and gardens
of 10 spectacular properties as you travel throughout at your own pace.
We are very grateful to the homeowners who have opened their homes for
our fundraising effort."
Cape Regional Hosts Designer House Tours & Home and Health Show
ISLAND EVENTS
AHLOA Annual Meeting
August 10, 2019
Stephen Rochette from the US Army Corps of Engineers will discuss plans
for the 2020 Hydraulic Beach Fill. Mayor Martin Pagliughi will provide
his annual "State of the Borough" prepared material and also take
written questions from the audience to be answered following his
prepared remarks and the intervening annual election of AHLOA Officers
and Trustees.
AHLOA Annual Meeting
Stone Harbor Surf & Turf
5-Miler and 1 Mile Beach Run
August 11, 2019
Racers begin this beautiful 5 mile race with the first 2.5 miles on the
beach starting at 80th St. to the point, circling back for the last 2.5
miles on the road!
Stone Harbor Surf
& Turf 5-Miler and 1 Mile Beach Run
Stone Harbor Family Fun Night
August 12, 2019
"Aliens" Escape from Earth! - ScienceTellers
Stone Harbor Family Fun Nights
Avalon Summer Beach Movies
August 13, 2019
"Beauty and The Beast"
Summer
Beach Movie Line Up
Tuesdays at the Tower Concert Series
August 13, 2019
"Pure Jerry - The Music of The Grateful Dead"
Tuesdays at
the Tower Concerts
APAC Children's Mini Event
August 15, 2019
"Sea Creatures with Amazing Features"
APAC Children's Mini Event
Thursdays On Dune
August 15, 2019
"Moana Luau - Unity Reggae Band"
Thursdays On Dune
Thursdays on the Lawn
August 15, 2019
"Jim Bannach of BLT"
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
Teatime at The Avalon History Center
August 15, 2019
Enjoy tea as they share memories of old Avalon, and make new ones!
Avalon History
Center
Festival of Lights Boat Parade
August 17, 2019
This year's theme: Lights of Broadway. Join the parade, register your
dock or boat...all docks and boats must be pre-registered. At time of
registration, pre-register your wristbands for the after party!
Festival of Lights Boat Parade
Line Dancing Fundraiser
August 18, 2019
Join The Avalon Garden Club for an afternoon of fun and dancing!
Avalon Garden Club Line
FREE SURF LESSONS
South Jersey Boardriders will be hosting FREE SURF LESSONS on Sunday,
Aug. 11th and Sunday, Aug. 18th at 5:30pm on 30th Street beach.
Local
professional surfers will be on site and raffle prizes for added fun! No
registration required. Bring your STOKE!
AVALON FREE PUBLIC
LIBRARY & AVALON HISTORY CENTER
August is packed with events at both the Avalon Free Public Library and
Avalon History Center including a children’s behind the scenes museum
tour, the return of the Bay Atlantic Symphony, ice cream, author visits
and more! Enjoy Monday Fundays, Teen Tuesdays, LEGO Club, Story Time,
video games, author lectures, concerts and so much more.
August, 2019 Events at the Avalon Free Public Library/Avalon History
Center
MORE ISLAND
EVENTS
Avalon Players Present
"The Sound of Music"
Through August 4, 2019
Avalon Players welcomes back the amazing Jen Creed to direct and music
direct!
The Sound of
Music
Stone Harbor Arts & Crafts Festival
August 3-4, 2019
Stone Harbor Arts & Crafts Festival is the premier event in New Jersey.
Their show is nationally ranked event that attracts thousands of
visitors to Stone Harbor each year. The Festival is an event where over
200 artisans from more than 12 states display their work.
Stone Harbor Arts &
Crafts Festival
Go Green Fair
August 5, 2019
Stone Harbor's annual Go Green Fair featuring local businesses, food,
and family fun activities.
Stone Harbor Go Green Fair
Avalon Summer Beach Movies
August 6, 2019
"Jaws 2"
Summer
Beach Movie Line Up
National Night Out
August 6, 2019
National Night Out is a community-police awareness-raising event in the
U.S., held the first Tuesday of August.
Avalon, NJ |
Stone Harbor, NJ
APAC Children's Mini Event
August 8, 2019
"Yosi’s Beach Party"
APAC Children's Mini Event
Thursdays On Dune
August 8, 2019
"Avalon Baby Parade with Clubhouse Friends - Boy in Black"
Thursdays On Dune
Thursdays on the Lawn
August 8, 2019
"Randy & Ryan"
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
AHLOA Annual Meeting
August 10, 2019
Stephen Rochette from the US Army Corps of Engineers will discuss plans
for the 2020 Hydraulic Beach Fill. Mayor Martin Pagliughi will provide
his annual "State of the Borough" prepared material and also take
written questions from the audience to be answered following his
prepared remarks and the intervening annual election of AHLOA Officers
and Trustees.
AHLOA Annual Meeting
Cape Regional's 7 Mile Island Home & Health Show and Designer
House Tour
August 10, 2019
Improve Your Home. Improve Your Health. The 15th Annual 7 Mile Island
Home and Health Show and Designer House Tour is scheduled for the second
Saturday in August! Tickets to the Designer House Tour are available for
sale at the Avalon Chamber of Commerce and at the show ... doors open at
9:00am.
Cape Regional's 7 Mile Island Home & Health Show and Designer House Tour
Stone Harbor Family Fun Night
August 12, 2019
"Aliens" Escape from Earth! - ScienceTellers
Stone Harbor Family Fun Nights
Avalon Summer Beach Movies
August 13, 2019
"Beauty and The Beast"
Summer
Beach Movie Line Up
Tuesdays at the Tower Concert Series
August 13, 2019
"Pure Jerry - The Music of The Grateful Dead"
Tuesdays at
the Tower Concerts
APAC Children's Mini Event
August 15, 2019
"Sea Creatures with Amazing Features"
APAC Children's Mini Event
Thursdays On Dune
August 15, 2019
"Moana Luau - Unity Reggae Band"
Thursdays On Dune
Thursdays on the Lawn
August 15, 2019
"Jim Bannach of BLT"
St. Mary's Episcopal Church
Teatime at The Avalon History Center
August 15, 2019
Enjoy tea as they share memories of old Avalon, and make new ones!
Avalon History
Center
Festival of Lights Boat Parade
August 17, 2019
This year's theme: Lights of Broadway. Join the parade, register your
dock or boat...all docks and boats must be pre-registered. At time of
registration, pre-register your wristbands for the after party!
Festival of Lights Boat Parade
Line Dancing Fundraiser
August 18, 2019
Join The Avalon Garden Club for an afternoon of fun and dancing!
Avalon Garden Club Line
Stone Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tours
Through August 25, 2019
Tours will run every Sunday between Memorial Day and Labor Day,
Saturdays in July-August.
Stone
Harbor Bird Sanctuary Tours
Stone Harbor Farmers Market
Sundays: Through September 1, 2019
Visit the award winning businesses at Stone Harbor's annual market!
Fresh fruits & vegetables, fresh baked breads and cakes, fresh local
seafood, cured meats, cheeses, homemade crepes, fresh baked pizza, fresh
ground coffee, gourmet oil & vinegars, nuts, honey, flowers, nursery
stock.
Stone Harbor Farmers Market
*Calendar is subject to change. Events are
current at the time of posting; please visit their corresponding
websites for the most up-to-date information, changes or cancellations.
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