Events & Happenings

Events & Happenings

Absecon Church Bazaar

The Annual Christmas Bazaar at St. Elizabeth Ann Seton in Absecon will take place on Friday, Nov. 3 between 11 a.m. and 7 p.m. and on Saturday, Nov. 4 between 10 a.m. and 7 p.m.  Crafters, vendors, delicious food, White Elephant Room, crafts, baked goods, fantastic raffles, and photos with Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus.  We will be serving lunch and dinner both days with a pasta dinner on Saturday. For further information, call 457-0822.

2017 Cardiff Fall Festival

Saturday, Oct. 14th from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Raymour & Flanigan 6115 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township

Get ready for the 2nd Annual Fall Festival. Vendors of all kinds will once again take over Raymour & Flanigan at 6115 Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township.

Galloway Green Market

Sundays from 10 a.m.-1 p.m.

Galloway Municipal Complex

Come enjoy Galloway’s very own farmer’s market, Sundays 10am-1pm now through October 15th at the Galloway Municipal Complex. Go Green Galloway is proud to sponsor the Galloway Green Market featuring local produce, baked goods, fresh food, flowers, honey, kids crafts, yoga and more! Free Yogs class at 11 a.m. by Grow Yoga!

Smithville Irish Festival

Saturday, Oct. 14th from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. & Sunday, Oct. 15th from 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. The festival includes an Irish market with lots of vendors, children’s activities, delicious food and Mist of Irish dancers.

Smithville Corvette Show

Sunday, Oct. 22nd from 10 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Historic Smithville 615 E. Moss Mill Rd.

The Corvette Show is sponsored by The Original Garden State Corvette Club who will host 100+ Corvettes throughout the Smithville Village. You can pre-register through the Club or show up the morning of the 22nd by 9am. Rain date is Oct. 29, 2017. Please see the link for more information visit http://www.colonialinnsmithville.com/

Linwood Farmers Market

Saturdays from 9 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Central Square, 199 New Road

Come out to the Linwood Fall Farmers Market, running Saturdays from Sept. 16th to Nov. 4th. The market will serve to support local growers and businesses by bringing the community together.

Mays Landing Fall Festival

Saturday, Oct. 14th from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Memorial Park Main St. & Route 50

The 17th Annual Fine Crafts Fall Festival & Family Fun Day will have fantastic food and craft vendors, scarecrow contest, plus music, free train rides, hay toss, pumpkin painting and more! Don’t miss it!

Margaret Stringer Memorial 5K Splash

Saturday, Oct. 14th at 8:30 a.m.

Hess School 700 Babcock Rd. Mays Landing

The 4th Annual Margaret Stringer Memorial 5k Splash was started as a tribute to a former member of our school community, who prior to her passing in 2014, dedicated 26 years to educating local youth.  All proceeds of this event will be used to fund scholarships which will be awarded annually to deserving high school students who plan on continuing their education after graduation.

The 5k run/walk will start and finish at the George L. Hess Educational Complex.  Following the race and awards presentation, the pool will be open for all to enjoy at the Margaret Stringer Aquatic Center. T-shirts will be provided for the first 200 registrants. This event will also use LM Sports Timing for those serious runners!! Day of registration from 7-8:30 am. $30 fee (T-shirts upon availability). Check out Cross Country Fees $15 per person

Funny Farm Fall Family Festival

Sunday, Oct. 15th from 8 a.m. – 4 p.m.

Funny Farm Rescue 6908 Railroad Blvd. Mays Landing

The Funny Farm Fall Family Festival is the biggest event of the year! There will by hayrides, vendors, activities, live entertainment, face-painting, and fun! The animals love this day and are already talking about it! There is no admission fees but a $5 per person donation is suggested for this event.

Veterans Fundraising Dinner

Saturday, Oct. 14th from 5 – 7 p.m.

Clancy’s by the Bay 101 E. Mayland Ave. Somers Point

Tickets: $20 Adults and $10 Kids

Come support our Veterans with an evening of fun, food, drinks, music and prizes featuring Raffles, Silent Auctions and 50/50, Music from DJ KC, Children’s entertainment, and Magician Hal and Jane the Balloon Lady. The event benefits Veterans Smile Day Foundation

Somers Point Horsepower by the Bay Car & Boat Show

Saturday, Oct. 21st from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Bay Ave. & Harbor Lane

3rd Annual Car and Boat Show, Hosted by the Somers Point Historical Society. Antique, Street Rods, Muscle Cars, Classics, Boats, Fire and Military equipment, Flea Market and Swap Meet.
Trophies, Dash Plaques, and Prizes. Open to all vehicles and years. To donate go to: somerspointhistory.org

Atlantic City Cinefest

Friday, October 13th – Sunday, October 15th

Dante Hall Theater & Noyes Art Garage

Tickets start at $5

Phone: 609-457-5480

The 10th annual Atlantic City Cinefest will present more than 50 feature, short and documentary films, Oct. 13 to 15. The film festival will serve up a mix of comedy, drama, horror and more, many from New Jersey filmmakers.
Meet and discuss film-making with celebrity professionals such as Scott Rosenfelt, producer of classics like “Home Alone,” “Mystic Pizza” and “Teen Wolf,” award-winning writer, director and actress, Blanche Baker, showcasing her latest short, “Streetwrite” and actor Peter Dobson.

Atlantic City Concert: Queensryche & Skid Row in

Saturday, Oct. 14th at 9 p.m.

Harrah’s Resort

Tickets start at $35

Phone: 609-441-5000

Two hard rock legends Queensryche and Skid Row are coming together for a memorable night at The Concert Venue on Saturday, October 14th. Queensryche continues to be a dark, melodic and dynamic group that will be complimented by the punk and metal, determined to conquer the world attitude of Skid Row.

40th Annual American Finals Rodeo in AC

Friday, Oct. 20th & Saturday, Oct. 21st at 7 p.m.

Boardwalk Hall

Tickets start at $9

Phone: 1-888-228-4748

The American Finals Rodeo is the capstone to the entire rodeo season for the American Professional Rodeo Association. The top 12 competitors in each event vie for the No. 1 spot. The American Finals Rodeo is the oldest and largest finals rodeo in the Northeast. The iconic Boardwalk Hall in Atlantic City is one of the most prestigious venues in America. This is where it all comes together to decide which cowboys and cowgirls will get awarded the American Finals Rodeo Championship buckles!

Free Community Events

Clarifi Presents: Start Small, Think Big

Monday, Oct. 16th from 5-6 p.m.

New Day Family Success Center 622-624 S. New York Rd. Galloway

A representative from Clarifi will help participants connect their spending patterns to their personal values and goals. Participants are also charged with creating a financial goal for themselves, which is used to illustrate the basics of an affordable savings plan. This is a free workshop! Call 609-652-0230 to register or for more information!

Family Arts and Crafts Night

Thursday, Oct. 19th from 5-6 p.m.

Inland Family Success Center 3050 Spruce Ave. Egg Harbor Township

Come out and enjoy a free family, fun, fall themed arts and crafts activity! We will provide refreshments. All families are welcome!  Please call 609-569-0376 to register!

Pumpkin Patch Day

Tuesday, Oct. 24th from 5:30-6:30 p.m.

Inland Family Success Center 3050 Spruce Ave. Egg Harbor Township

Join us for a free Pumpkin Patch Day! Children can choose a pumpkin and decorate it! This is a free activity! Pumpkins and decorations are supplied by us!  Please call 609-569-0376 to sign up or for more information!

Wellness Events

Making Strides Against Breast Cancer of Ocean City

Sunday, Oct. 15th at 10 a.m.

9th Street Beach

Registration begins at 8:30 a.m. at 9th Street. Walk begins at 10 a.m. Making Strides Against Breast Cancer is a non-competitive 3 – 5 mile-walk where participants have the opportunity to unite, honor and celebrate breast cancer survivors while raising awareness and funds to help the American Cancer Society free the world from the pain and suffering caused by breast cancer. For more information call 856-673-5721.

Zumba Class

Tuesday, Oct. 17th from 5-6 p.m.

Lake Lenape – East, Catering Hall, 753 Park Road, Mays Landing

Zumba is a Latin Dance that will help you get in shape while listening to Latin music and have fun.

Yoga for Beginners

Wednesday, Oct.18th & 25th from 9-10 a.m.

Atlantic County Park at Lake Lenape West 753 Park Road, Mays Landing

Relax while learning basic Yoga forms and breath work.   Participants should dress in loose fitting clothing, casual footgear, and bring water, yoga mat, and towel. Call (609) 625-1897 to register.

Atlantic City Marathon and Half Marathon

Saturday, Oct. 21st at 9 a.m. & Sunday, Oct. 22nd at 8 a.m.

Atlantic City Boardwalk & Michigan Ave.

The 2017 AmeriHealth New Jersey Atlantic City Marathon weekend features four different race distances along the famous beaches and Boardwalk of Atlantic City.  Beginning Saturday, October 21 with a 5K and 10K and continuing with the half marathon and certified 26.2 mile marathon on Sunday, Oct. 22. There are so many reasons to register and start training today!

Cardio Kickboxing

Tuesday, Oct. 24th from 6-7 p.m.

New Day Family Success Center, 622-624 S. New York Rd. Galloway

AmeriKick is partnering with New Day to bring in a great evening workout! Bring your water bottle! This is a free event! Call 609-652-0230 to register or for more information!

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