SPECIAL EVENTS There’s always plenty of fun and excitement going on at NJ’s Southern Shore
“A GARDEN OF QUILTS” QUILT SHOW: Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, Millville. Show features hundreds of judged quilts, quilt displays, ven- dor mall, boutique table, door prizes, raffle quilt, hourly demonstrations, Sit and Stitch, and oral quilt appraisals. Food and refreshments. 800-998-4552, 856-825-6800.
www.wheatonarts.org
ST. PATRICK’S DAY PARADE: Boardwalk, Atlantic City. Enjoy the luck of the Irish when the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Atlantic City takes place.
www.atlanticcitynj.com
STONE HARBOR SHIVER: Stone Harbor. Stone Harbor’s version of the annual polar bear plunge. Plunge takes place at 96th Street Beach. Registration fee. For more info Facebook “Stone Harbor Shiver”. 609-368-5102.
SHERLOCK HOLMES WEEKEND: Cape May. Join Sherlock Holmes and his partner, Dr. Watson in “Sherlock Holmes and the Trial of Moriarty’s Chal- lenge” for a weekend of mystery and intrigue. Get into the spirit of things by donning Victorian attire. Stalk the gaslit streets in search of clues and compete for the $250 grand prize and a variety of other valu- able gifts as you attempt to solve the mystery. 609- 884-5404 or 800-275-4278.
www.capemaymac.org.
Cumberland County’s Winter Eagle Festival provides an unparalleled opportunity for both novice and experienced birders to view Owls, Bald Eagles and other raptors.
JANUARY FIRST DAY at the BEACH: Music Pier at Ocean City Boardwalk. Features Ocean City’s first dip in the ocean and a 5K Boardwalk run. 800-BEACHnj. 609- 525-9300.
www.ocnj.us
MISS’D AMERICA PAGEANT: Boardwalk Hall, Atlantic City. Originally created as a spoof of the Miss America Pageant to raise funds for a local charity, drag queens compete in swim suit, talent, evening gown and judges’ interview categories for a chance to be crowned Miss’d America.
www.acglbt.org
THIRD FRIDAY: Glasstown Arts District, Millville. High Street in the District comes alive with those enjoy- ing the arts, entertainment and more. Exhibition open- ings, live music, dining and shopping in a festive atmos- phere. 800-887-4957.
www.glasstownartsdistrict.com
FEBRUARY POLAR BEAR PLUNGE WEEKEND: Sea Isle City. The weekend kicks off with a polar bear prince, princess, king and queen contest, and continues with thousands of participants plunging into the ocean, costume contest, post-plunge party, and wraps up with a 5K Run/Walk for Autism. 609-263-3756.
www.lacosta-seaisle.com
BOARDWALK KENNEL CLUB DOG SHOW: Wildwoods Convention Center. All breed dog show featuring Best of Breed Competition, Police K-9 Unit Demonstration, Obedience and Rally Trials, vendors and much more! Admission fee. 856.456.2548.
www.BoardwalkKennelClub.com.
PROGRESSIVE ATLANTIC CITY INTERNA- TIONAL POWER BOAT SHOW: Atlantic City Con- vention Center. More than 700 new models of motor and express yachts, sports fisherman, cruisers and sport boats. Fastest-growing indoor powerboat show in the country.
www.atlanticcityboatshow.com
CRAFTS AND ANTIQUES IN WINTER: Cape May. The region’s most sought-after antique dealers and craftspeople come together for a two-day show
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featuring an array of handmade items, country antiques, glassware, silver, furniture and more. 609- 884-5404. 800-275-4278.
www.capemaymac.org.
SWEETHEART DEALS: Glasstown Arts District, Mil- lville. 800-887-4957.
www.glasstownartsdistrict.com
CUMBERLAND WINTER EAGLE FESTIVAL: Mauricetown. Provides an unparalleled opportunity for both novice and experienced birders to view Bald Eagles and other raptors, including several species of hawks and owls, in their natural habitat. 866-866- MORE.
www.co.cumberland.nj.us
THIRD FRIDAY: Glasstown Arts District, Millville. High Street in the District comes alive with those enjoy- ing the arts, entertainment and more. Exhibition open- ings, live music, dining and shopping in a festive atmos- phere. 800-887-4957.
www.glasstownartsdistrict.com
MID-WINTER ANTIQUES SHOW: Wheaton Arts and Cultural Center, Millville. Show features over glass, jewelry, linens, primitives, furniture, memorabilia, pot- tery, postcards, paper and more. Food and refreshments. 800-998-4552, 856-825-6800.
www.wheatonarts.org
ATLANTIC CITY CLASSIC CAR SHOW: Atlantic City Convention Center. This annual car show and auction features the best antiques and hot rods in the country, as well as accessories. It’s the largest such show on the east coast.
www.acclassicars.com
MARCH ATLANTIC CITY RESTAURANT WEEK: Atlantic City. More than 60 restaurants from throughout Atlantic County participate throughout the week. Restaurants offer special menu selections priced at $15.12 per person for lunch and $33.12 per person for dinner.
www.acrestaurantweek.com
SHOP-A-HOLICS WEEKEND: Avalon. The largest winter shopping event brings together the very best boutiques showcasing the largest variety of merchan- dise in one location. Shop for merchandise priced with deep discounts in clothing, housewares, shoes, acces- sories and more.
www.indulgeinavalon.com
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NATIONAL CHEERLEADING CHAMPIONSHIP: Wildwoods Convention Center. Annual National Cheer and Dance Championship. Competition includes recre- ation, high school and all-star divisions. Register by phone at
866.52.CHEER.
www.cheertech.net
SPRING BRIDAL FAIR: Wildwoods Convention Cen- ter. Everything you need to create the wedding of your dreams including florists, photographers, videographers, bakers, bridal/tuxedo shops, wedding planners, travel agents, stylists, calligraphers, and much more! The Con- vention Center will be showcasing its Starlight Ballroom as the premier beach wedding destination. FREE regis- tration for all brides! 609.465.7181. www.Wildwood-
sNJ.com,
www.capemaycountychamber.com.
ATLANTIC CITY BOARDWALK RODEO: Board- walk Hall. This professional rodeo features a variety of events including steer wrestling, barrel racing, bull riding, team roping and more.
www.acboardwalkrodeo.com
THIRD FRIDAY: Glasstown Arts District, Millville. High Street in the District comes alive with those enjoy- ing the arts, entertainment and more. Exhibition open- ings, live music, dining and shopping in a festive atmos- phere. 800-887-4957.
www.glasstownartsdistrict.com
OCEAN DRIVE MARATHON & HEALTH AND FITNESS EXPO: Wildwoods Convention Center. Coincides with the annual Ocean Drive Marathon. Runners are asked to check in while having the oppor- tunity to shop for the latest in runner’s gear and acces- sories. 609.523.0880.
www.odmarathon.org/expo
OCEAN DRIVE MARATHON: USATF certified Atlantic Coastal flat and fast, paved road and board- walk course that begins in Victorian Cape May City continues for a 26.2 mile course via the Ocean Drive, through the Wildwoods and on into the island com- munities of Stone Harbor and Avalon, and finishes on the Promenade in Sea Isle City. 609.523.0880.
www.odmarathon.org
APRIL DOO DAH PARADE: Ocean City. Say goodbye to tax season with this comedy parade complete with over 500 basset hounds and much more. Pieasco fol- lows parade—mass pie in the face extravaganza! 800-BEACHnj. 609-525-9300.
www.ocnj.us
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