Events

Children are invited to attend preschool story time designed to provide children with experiences that enrich their early literary and social development. The Upper Cape Library, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg will host preschool story time on the following dates:

Tuesdays, 10:30 a.m.
January 8, 15, 22, and 29, February 5, 19, and 26, March 4, 11, 18 and 25,
April 8, 15, 22, and 29, May 6, 13, and 20

The Main Branch of the Cape May County Library will present “Props, An Adventure In Theatre,” a mini-workshop, on Tuesday, May 6 from 3 to 5 p.m. The Library is located at 30 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House.

Help the Wetlands Institute staff feed the fish and terrapins, or just watch the turtles chasing minnows and the horseshoe crab gobbling shrimp on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. It’s free with general admission; members are free.

The Middle Township Recreation Center’s Kids Chess Club is sponsoring a chess tournament open to all grades. The Tournament will take place at the Martin Luther King Recreation Center, Main Street in Whitesboro on Tuesday, May 6. Sign-in begins at 4:00; the tournament runs from 4:30-6:30, with pizza, prizes and awards from 6:30-7:00. Register for the tournament at a chess club meeting or by contacting Mary Bittner at 624-8971 or marybittner@comcast.net. The Chess Club meets every Tuesday at the Martin Luther King Rec. Center from 4:30-6:00.

The Cape May County Library invites the public to an “AARP Defensive Driving Course” held in two four hour sessions from 5-9 p.m. at the following libraries:

• May 6th and 7th - Main Branch Library, 30 Mechanic St., Cape May Court House (463-6350)
• May 12 and 14th – Upper Cape Branch Library, 2050 route 631, Petersburg
(628-2607)

Historic Cold Spring Village begins the 2008 season with Feasting On History, its main fundraiser of the year. This 8th annual restaurant gala will be held at the Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum, Cape May Airport, Rio Grande on Tuesday, May 6th at 6pm. Over 35 of Cape May County’s restaurants and six wine distributors generously donate gourmet food, wine and desserts. Sturdy Savings Bank is the presenting sponsor for this event. Last year, over 600 attendees made Feasting on History a memorable and successful one.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

"Cooking with Herbs" - Rachel Palermo will teach us how to add flavor to our food, without adding calories, on Wednesday May 7th. Join Gardening-by-the-Sea Club meetings held on the 1st Wednesday of each month in the Lower Township Municipal Building, 2600 Bayshore Road, Villas. We begin with refreshments at 9:30 and our meetings start at 10:00. Also, we offer a Silent Auction with floral theme gifts, donated by club members.

Story Time for Children at Cape May City Library

Children are invited to enjoy “Story Time with Miss Anita” at the Cape May City Public Library, Ocean and Hughes Street, Cape May on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Story time encourages socialization and reading eagerness in a relaxed fun atmosphere. Miss Anita offers stories, songs, puzzles and crafts. Ranger Matt from the Cape May Point State Park offers special programs for the children throughout the year.

For additional information please call 884-9568.

Children are invited to enjoy “Story Time with Miss Anita” at the Cape May City Public Library, Ocean and Hughes Street, Cape May Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. on the following dates:

January 23, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, May 7, 14, 21 & 28.

Story time encourages socialization and reading eagerness in a relaxed fun atmosphere. Miss Anita offers stories, songs, puzzles and crafts. Ranger Matt from the Cape May Point State Park offers special programs for the children throughout the year.

For additional information please call 884-9568.

THE WOODBINE AARP CHAPTER 5292 WILL HAVE THEIR REGULAR MONTHLY MEETING ON THURSDAY May 7,2008, AT 11:00aM, AT THE WOODBINE COMMUNITY CENTER ON 812 LONGFELLOW ST, WOODBINE, NJ.

Back by Popular Demand:

Jack Miller, CFO
Borough of Woodbine

If you are unable to attend the meeting but would like to be involved, WE NEED VOLUNTEERS.

Let’s make Woodbine Chapter GREAT!!!!

FOR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION CONTACT:
JULIA HANKERSON AT 609.861.2400

Spring classes for pre-schoolers will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays, April 9 to May, at the Wetlands Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor. Children 4 years of age and older will learn about what’s happening in nature this time of year plus have fun with crafts, stories, activities, adventures in the marsh and more. Classes are 1 to 2:30 p.m. and cost is $60 for members for eight classes, $70 for nonmembers. Individual classes are $8 for members, $9 nonmembers. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. Call 368-1211 for information or to register.

Free Blood Pressure screenings every Wednesday 1-3 pm at Our Saviour Lutheran Church, 93rd St. & Third Sts., Stone Harbor, NJ

The Cape May County Library Commission will hold its 2008 monthly meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Cape May County Library, 30 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House.

The dates of the scheduled meetings are January 16, February 20, March 19, April 16, May 21, June18, July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19 and December 17, 2008.

All meetings are open to the public. For additional information, please call 463-6350.

On Wednesday, May 7th, Project ACES (All Children Exercising Simultaneously) is celebrating it's 20th year and the Avalon Students and Staff are participating in 30 minutes of sustained exercise to raise awareness of the importance of exercise and fitness. This project was started by Len Saunders, a physical education teacher from New Jersey in 1989. "Children need motivational and fun tools to enjoy exercise" explains Saunders. ACES is just that... a fun way to exercise. Children get excited to exercise because they know kids all over the world will be exercising along with them.

Come find out all the fun your daughter can have in Girl Scouts!

The Cape May County Library invites the public to an “AARP Defensive Driving Course” held in two four hour sessions from 5-9 p.m. at the following libraries:

• May 6th and 7th - Main Branch Library, 30 Mechanic St., Cape May Court House (463-6350)
• May 12 and 14th – Upper Cape Branch Library, 2050 route 631, Petersburg
(628-2607)

Avalon's 14th Annual Borough Wide Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 9:00 am till 3:00 pm. Rain or Shine. Contact the Avalon Chamber of Commerce 967-3936 to secure your authorization poster to display at your yard sale. Fee is $10. A list of registered participants will be available at the Avalon Community Center on the morning of the event located at 30th & the beach and also in a box in front of the Avlaon Chamber of Commerce, 30th & Ocean Dr. all monies collected will go to the beautificaiton of Avalon.

April 23 Join author and historian Linda Barth for an armchair tour of New Jersey’s
historic homes and sites, part of the Celebrate NJ!

April 30 Historian Jackie Bagley will educate us about “Our Founding Fathers and
Mothers, They’re Not Who You Think They Are!” Learn about the other George, Thomas and the ladies who formed our country.

May 7 Michael Conley, historian and storyteller, will fill us in on the latest
headlines and gossip from Victorian Cape May.

Cape May County Museum Spring Lecture Series continues with historian Michael Conley, who will discuss the latest headlines and gossip from Victorian Cape May. Join Michael for a step back in time and hear the big news of the 1880's & '90's. At the County Museum, 504 Rte 9 N, Cape May Court House, 7 PM, open to the public, free admission.

Adult Program “Sex in the Sea” at Upper Library

Are you ready to take the plunge, to explore the depths of the eroticism of sea life? The Wetlands Institute of Stone Harbor presents a comical exposé, “Sex in the Sea,” of the sex lives of sea creatures and what they are doing beneath the waves, a program for adults only. This program will be held at the Upper Cape Branch of the Cape May County Library at 7 p.m. on Wednesday, May 7th.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

The Wildwoods, NJ – New Jersey Thunder Motorsports Inc will host the 16th Annual East Coast Boardwalk National Car Show, Thursday, May 8th through Sunday, May 11th. This four day, island-wide event, is packed from start to finish with activities that are sure to entertain the car lover in everyone. This isn’t your ordinary car show, Thunder Motorsports presents Custom, Classic, Street Rods, Antiques and Import Cars, all displayed on the last true American Boardwalk in the Wildwoods.

Help the Wetlands Institute staff feed the fish and terrapins, or just watch the turtles chasing minnows and the horseshoe crab gobbling shrimp on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. It’s free with general admission; members are free.

Socialize, taste new food, learn to eat in a sustainable manner and support the Wetlands Institute all on May 8th at Quahog’s Seafood Shack for a first ever “Trash Fish” Tasting. This will be an evening to remember complete with delicious local seafood prepared by Lucas Manteca of Sea Salt, his partner Carlos Barroz, and several renowned local chefs.

The Cape May County Library is pleased to offer a new reading group “The Naturalist Book Club” for anybody interested in reading popular books about nature and then discussing them in an open forum. Meetings will be held at the Main Branch of the Library, 30 Mechanic St., Cape May Court House on the second Thursday of each month beginning on May 8th from7:00-8:00 p.m..

This free series, focusing on books made into movies that have influenced society’s thinking, will cover a sweeping range of topics. Held on the 2nd Thursday of every month. May’s topic will be Charlie Wilson’s War.
The Avalon Library is located at 235 32nd Street and provides free and open access to first class collections, services and programs that inspire, inform and enrich the community. For more information on the concerts and other library programs, call 609-967-7155 or visit the library website at www.avalonfreelibrary.org.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

The Wildwoods, NJ – New Jersey Thunder Motorsports Inc will host the 16th Annual East Coast Boardwalk National Car Show, Thursday, May 8th through Sunday, May 11th. This four day, island-wide event, is packed from start to finish with activities that are sure to entertain the car lover in everyone. This isn’t your ordinary car show, Thunder Motorsports presents Custom, Classic, Street Rods, Antiques and Import Cars, all displayed on the last true American Boardwalk in the Wildwoods.

Come and discover the ins and outs of transparent watercolor techniques for both beginner and experienced students at a four day workshop that will explore basic color palettes, color mixing, basic strokes and techniques.
At the Upper Cape Branch Library, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg (628-2607) – 10 a.m. on Friday, May 2, 9, 16 and 23

Spring classes for pre-schoolers will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays, April 9 to May, at the Wetlands Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor. Children 4 years of age and older will learn about what’s happening in nature this time of year plus have fun with crafts, stories, activities, adventures in the marsh and more. Classes are 1 to 2:30 p.m. and cost is $60 for members for eight classes, $70 for nonmembers. Individual classes are $8 for members, $9 nonmembers. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. Call 368-1211 for information or to register.

The Avalon Chamber of Commerce and Fred’s Avalon Liquor store are teaming up to present a special evening at the Avalon Community Center, at 30th and the Beach, in Avalon. A big wine tasting event will take place from 7-10pm, with over 120 wines, vodkas, and microbrews available for sampling. There will also be special appetizers from the area’s finest restaurants. Tickets for the event are $40, and available in advance at the Avalon Chamber of Commerce, 30th Street and Ocean Drive, or at Fred’s Avalon Liquor Store at 2258 Dune Drive, Avalon.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

On May 10, the Jays, Cardinals, Orioles and 270 other bird species will take the field (and woodlands, and marshes, and beaches) of New Jersey. Over 100 teams (of avid bird watchers) will go to bat for bird conservation. There are teams birding Cape May County only on bikes and on foot, a team birding only in sand mine properties, teams counting only the birds they photograph, and a team coming from Catalonia, Spain just to bird New Jersey!

The Wildwoods, NJ – New Jersey Thunder Motorsports Inc will host the 16th Annual East Coast Boardwalk National Car Show, Thursday, May 8th through Sunday, May 11th. This four day, island-wide event, is packed from start to finish with activities that are sure to entertain the car lover in everyone. This isn’t your ordinary car show, Thunder Motorsports presents Custom, Classic, Street Rods, Antiques and Import Cars, all displayed on the last true American Boardwalk in the Wildwoods.

Linda Gentille, a world renowned entertainer and pianist will be joined by authentic award winning Flamenco artists on May 10 at the Middle Township Performing Arts Center. The show “Linda Goes Latin” is being presented to celebrate Cinco de Mayo and will feature the most popular musical selections from Mexico, Italy, and Latin America. Songs featured in the performance will include Tico Tico, La Comparsita Tango, O Sole Mio, Girl from Ipanema, Sorrento, Spanish Eyes, Amor, Begin the Beguine and Gentille’s popular piano showstopper flamenco of Malaguena.

Saturday, May 10, 2008
Sea Isle City Municipal Marina Building
346 42nd Place
Registration: 5:30 A.M.
Fishing: 7:00 A.M.
Info: (609) 624-1427

To help beautify gardens and patios, the Cape May Point Civic Club’s annual Plant Sale will be held Saturday, May 10, (the day before Mother’s Day) from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Cape May Point Firehouse on Yale Avenue.

The Club will offer flats and half-flats, of young and healthy annuals. There will also be trays of flowers in 4.5 inch pots (8 pots per tray). Handsome hanging baskets and large patio pots will also be available.

Avalon's 14th Annual Borough Wide Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 9:00 am till 3:00 pm. Rain or Shine. Contact the Avalon Chamber of Commerce 967-3936 to secure your authorization poster to display at your yard sale. Fee is $10. A list of registered participants will be available at the Avalon Community Center on the morning of the event located at 30th & the beach and also in a box in front of the Avalon Chamber of Commerce, 30th & Ocean Dr. All monies collected will go to the beautification of Avalon.

The Ladies Auxiliary and members of the Avalon Vol. Fire Dept. are holding their Annual Plant and Hoagie Sale Saturday, May 10, 2008. The Plant Sale will be from 9 AM to 2 PM and the Hoagie Sale will be from 9 AM to 1 PM at the Firehouse 3100 Dune Drive. For information and orders of plants call Kathy Seliger at 967-7697or 463-5971. For hoagie information please call the firehouse at 967-4411.

Avalon Garden Club's 14th Annual Yard Sale will be held on Saturday, May 10, 2008 from 9:00 am till 3:00 pm rain or shine. Contact the Avalon Chamber of Commerce 967-3936 to secure your authorization poster to display at your yard sale. Fee is $10.. A list of registered participants will be available a the Avalon Community Center on the morning of the event located at 30th St & the beach and also in a box in front of the Avalon Chamber of Commerce, 30th & Ocean Dr. All monies collected will go to the beautification of Avalon.

The Nature Center of Cape May will host its annual Plant Swap from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday, May 10. The Plant Swap gives community members the opportunity to share their perennial garden successes with others and go home with a new plant to try. Admission to the event is one perennial thinned from participants’ own gardens and one new or used garden tool. The garden tool, or “shower gift,” will be used in adult and children’s gardening programs at the nature center. In return, participants may choose a plant to take home.

Lower Cape Regional High School, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., greenhouse behind the school.

Now is the perfect time to thin out the perennial garden and share some of your garden success with others. Admission to the swap is one plant and a new or used garden tool. The new or used garden tool is your “shower gift” to help the nature center stock up on equipment to use in educational gardening programs. For your admission, you will be entitled to take one “swap plant” home with you. Bring additional plants to swap on a 1:1 ratio. Plants may be dropped off on Friday, May 11th, and you will be given a credit voucher to use on your return on Saturday.

One of the Nature Center of Cape May’s most popular programs for all ages! Join our naturalists as they pull a seine net through the waters of Cape May Harbor. Encounter an incredible diversity of marine life in the teeming shallows, and learn about the fascinating lives of the animals that inhabit our coastal waters. Have an up-close experience with horseshoe crabs as we discuss their biology and anatomy. Learn why these living fossils are so important to migrating shorebirds and biodiversity. Walk-ins welcome—no preregistration necessary. 1600 Delaware Ave., in Cape May.

Celebrate Mother's Day and make a gift for Mom at the Museum Kids Club. Learn about the tradition of Mother's Day and make a stepping stone for your Mom. At the Cape May County Museum, 504 Rte 9 North, Cape May Court House, 11 am to noon. Free for Kids Club members, $5 for non-members. Call 465-3535 to register.

The Museum Kids Club will host a Stepping Stones Program on Saturday, May 10th at 11:00 a.m. Just in time for Mother’s Day! Artist Diane Flanegan will lead the children in creating and decorating their own stepping stone to give as a gift. Wear old clothes! This event is for children of all ages.

Experience ancient Moroccan, Egyptian folk dance, and Turkish dance performed in Traditional costume. Learn about cultural and legacy behind these exquisite dances. An afternoon of cultural exploration as we welcome members of The Middle Eastern Dance in South Jersey.
Free to see! Meet local teachers & Talents. The Middle Eastern Dance in South Jersey

Spend an afternoon at the award-winning Cape May Winery. Includes a barrel-tasting accompanied by cheese and fruit and a complimentary tasting glass. $20 per person. 3 p.m. Saturday, May 3. Purchase tickets in advance at Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information or to purchase tickets, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org

Roast Beef Dinner at St Barnabas by the Bay, 13 W. Bates Ave., Villas, Saturday, May 10, 4 to 6:30 pm
Adults $8, children (to age 12) $4, under 6 yrs. free
Salad bar, rolls, roast beef, vegetables, potatoes, dessert, coffee/tea.
Take outs available. For information call 886-2625.

Roast Beef Dinner at St Barnabas by the Bay, 13 W. Bates Ave., Villas, Saturday, May 10, 4 to 6:30 pm
Adults $8, children (to age 12) $4, under 6 yrs. free
Salad bar, rolls, roast beef, vegetables, potatoes, dessert, coffee/tea.
Take outs available. For information call 886-2625.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

The Wildwoods, NJ – New Jersey Thunder Motorsports Inc will host the 16th Annual East Coast Boardwalk National Car Show, Thursday, May 8th through Sunday, May 11th. This four day, island-wide event, is packed from start to finish with activities that are sure to entertain the car lover in everyone. This isn’t your ordinary car show, Thunder Motorsports presents Custom, Classic, Street Rods, Antiques and Import Cars, all displayed on the last true American Boardwalk in the Wildwoods.

If "angels" in flapping robes are sighted running through the streets
of Cape May on
Pentecost morning (also Mother's Day), there is a good reason.

The choirs of the First Presbyterian Church of Cape May and the
Episcopal Church of
the Advent are joining together on Sunday, May 11, to perform Gabriel
Faure's beautiful
anthem, "Cantique de Jean Racine," in both churches. They sing first
at the 9 a.m.
service at the Presbyterian Church, corner of Decatur and Hughes
Streets. They then
sing at the Church of the Advent's 10:30 a.m. service, at the corner
of Franklin and

Enjoy a three-course dinner at the Mad Batter Restaurant on historic Jackson Street with live music to match. Each of the three Sundays preceding opening night, you can enjoy a taste of the Cape May Music Festival and the chef's themed pairing. 7:30 p.m. Limited to 60 people, admission is $60 per person. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC).

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

Children are invited to attend preschool story time designed to provide children with experiences that enrich their early literary and social development. The Lower Cape Branch Library, 2600 Bayshore Road, Villas will host preschool story time on the following dates:

· Mondays at 10 a.m.
January 7, 14, and 28, February 4, 11, and 25, March 3, 10, 17, 24, and 31,
April 7, 14, 21, and 28, May 5, 12, and 19

Story Times at Sea Isle City Library

Story Time for Pre-School Children at the Sea Isle City Library, 125 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Sea Isle City will be held on a new day and time. Children will meet on Tuesdays at 10:45 a.m. on March 4, 11, 18, April 1, 8, 15, 22 and May 5, 12 and 19. Children enjoy stories, songs, coloring and more at story time.

The Cape May County Library invites the public to an “AARP Defensive Driving Course” held in two four hour sessions from 5-9 p.m. at the following libraries:

• May 6th and 7th - Main Branch Library, 30 Mechanic St., Cape May Court House (463-6350)
• May 12 and 14th – Upper Cape Branch Library, 2050 route 631, Petersburg
(628-2607)

Come join us for Scrabble games on Mondays.

Come and enjoy an educational program presented by The Wetlands Institute of Stone Harbor on Diamond Back Terrapins at the Lower Cape Branch Library, 2600 Bayshore Rd., Villas at 7 p.m. on Monday, May 12th.

This is a family program for all ages which includes live turtles! From road kill to dredge spoils, learn about what is going on in terrapin conservation, and how you can help these ravishing reptiles, and why all those turtles are on the roads these days.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

Cruise the Delaware Bay aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher. View six lighthouses on this five-hour trip, including pedestal lighthouses standing offshore in the Bay's mid-channel. Hear Bay lore on fishing, spawning grounds and more. The cruise includes a lavish complimentary cold luncheon buffet including shrimp, finger sandwiches, cheese and fruit trays and dessert. A cash bar is available. Limited to 175. Tickets $75. Co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) and the Cape May Whale Watcher.

The Cape May County Dog Obedience Training Club will offer dog obedience training classes, at our new location, the West Cape May Firehouse, 732 Broadway Avenue, West Cape May, for puppies 3-6 months of age, beginner's 6 months and up and a Canine Good Citizen course and test, starting Tuesday, May 13th for 8 weeks. For more information or to register, call Ann at 390-0459 or Nancy at 624-3285.

Help the Wetlands Institute staff feed the fish and terrapins, or just watch the turtles chasing minnows and the horseshoe crab gobbling shrimp on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. It’s free with general admission; members are free.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

Spring Gardening Workshop and Plant Sale at Local Libraries

The Cape May County Library is pleased to offer a Spring Gardening Workshop, the second of a four part series of workshops on gardening, conducted by Karen Williams, a local gardener and owner for twenty years of the “Flora for Fauna Nursery.”

The Spring Gardening Workshop will be held at the following libraries:
Saturday, April 26 – 10 a.m.
Upper Cape Branch Library, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg (628-2607)
Saturday, May 3 – 10 a.m.
Lower Cape Branch Library, 2600 Bayshore Rd., Villas (886-8999)

Story Time for Children at Cape May City Library

Children are invited to enjoy “Story Time with Miss Anita” at the Cape May City Public Library, Ocean and Hughes Street, Cape May on Wednesday at 10:30 a.m.

Story time encourages socialization and reading eagerness in a relaxed fun atmosphere. Miss Anita offers stories, songs, puzzles and crafts. Ranger Matt from the Cape May Point State Park offers special programs for the children throughout the year.

For additional information please call 884-9568.

Children are invited to enjoy “Story Time with Miss Anita” at the Cape May City Public Library, Ocean and Hughes Street, Cape May Wednesday at 10:30 a.m. on the following dates:

January 23, March 5, 12, 19 & 26, April 2, 9, 16, 23 & 30, May 7, 14, 21 & 28.

Story time encourages socialization and reading eagerness in a relaxed fun atmosphere. Miss Anita offers stories, songs, puzzles and crafts. Ranger Matt from the Cape May Point State Park offers special programs for the children throughout the year.

For additional information please call 884-9568.

Spring classes for pre-schoolers will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays, April 9 to May, at the Wetlands Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor. Children 4 years of age and older will learn about what’s happening in nature this time of year plus have fun with crafts, stories, activities, adventures in the marsh and more. Classes are 1 to 2:30 p.m. and cost is $60 for members for eight classes, $70 for nonmembers. Individual classes are $8 for members, $9 nonmembers. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. Call 368-1211 for information or to register.

The Cape May County Library Commission will hold its 2008 monthly meetings on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 1:30 p.m. in the Board Room of the Cape May County Library, 30 Mechanic Street, Cape May Court House.

The dates of the scheduled meetings are January 16, February 20, March 19, April 16, May 21, June18, July 16, August 20, September 17, October 15, November 19 and December 17, 2008.

All meetings are open to the public. For additional information, please call 463-6350.

Come find out all the fun your daughter can have in Girl Scouts!

The Cape May County Library invites the public to an “AARP Defensive Driving Course” held in two four hour sessions from 5-9 p.m. at the following libraries:

• May 6th and 7th - Main Branch Library, 30 Mechanic St., Cape May Court House (463-6350)
• May 12 and 14th – Upper Cape Branch Library, 2050 route 631, Petersburg
(628-2607)

The Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce Foundation, will host the 9th Annual Wildwoods Restaurant Showcase at Neil's Steak and Chowder House on Wednesday, May 14, 2008 from 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM. The public will have the opportunity to enjoy mouth-watering dishes and decadent desserts from local eateries.

Tickets for this event are only $25.00 and are available at the door, day of event!
All proceeds benefit scholarships for the students of The Wildwoods, attending: Wildwood High, Wildwood Catholic, Cape May County Technical High, Cape Christian Academy

Tour Historic Train & Station House
Nestled in the historic Village of Tuckahoe, The Station House reflects all of the history and
charm of it’s original building of the late 1800’s, yet all of the amenities expected in our
modern world today. When some of the local businesses passed, the Pennsylvania-Reading
Seashore Lines, introduced in town in 1893, reinvigorated the area. The event will start with
hors d’oeuvres and you can visit the train, the station, and Scouting displays.
Wednesday, May 14, 2008

Cape May County Museum Spring Lecture Series concludes with Susan Gibson of the Civil War Roundtable. In period dress, Susan will speak about Colonel Henry Sawyer, Civil War prisoner of war and hero. 7 pm at the Museum, 504 Rte 9 North, Cape May Court House. Free and open to the public.

April 23 Join author and historian Linda Barth for an armchair tour of New Jersey’s
historic homes and sites, part of the Celebrate NJ!

April 30 Historian Jackie Bagley will educate us about “Our Founding Fathers and
Mothers, They’re Not Who You Think They Are!” Learn about the other George, Thomas and the ladies who formed our country.

May 7 Michael Conley, historian and storyteller, will fill us in on the latest
headlines and gossip from Victorian Cape May.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

The Avalon Garden Club presents "ENCORE" Fashion Show & Luncheon on Thursday, May 15, 2008 at the Golden Inn, 78th & Dune Drive. Doors open at 11:30 AM. Fashions by the "Collection" from Avalon. Donation $25.00. For tickets call Marcy at 609-368-6787. Public Invited.

Help the Wetlands Institute staff feed the fish and terrapins, or just watch the turtles chasing minnows and the horseshoe crab gobbling shrimp on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 3:30 p.m. It’s free with general admission; members are free.

Parents and guardians are welcome to attend a lecture “Helping Parents with Four Year Old Children’s Needs,” at the Woodbine Public Library, 801 Webster Avenue at 5:00 p.m. on Thursday, May 15th.

The lecture will be presented by Dr. Arthur Lombardo; a New Jersey Licensed Practicing Psychologist with experience working with children, adolescents and adults. Lombardo is a New Jersey Certified School Psychologist who has worked in New Jersey’s public and private schools specializing with children of preschool and elementary school ages.

Glenwood Elementary Choir & Wildwood High School and Middle School Choir proudly present their 2008 SPRING CONCERT, “The Music in Me,”
on Thursday, May 15, 2008, at 6 p. m. in the auditorium at WHS.

The public is warmly invited to attend.

Speaker John Burke, Battle of Gettysburg.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

Morey’s Piers prepares to host over 8,000 scouts, troop leaders and chaperones for its 13th annual Beach Jam on May 16th through the 18th. Scouts enjoy an exciting, memorable and safe beach camping adventure with a special weekend package in addition to Merit Badge and Fun Patch workshops. This unique event takes place on the beach at Morey’s Piers with the beautiful Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop.

The Friends of Historic Vineland, Elwyn grounds, Landis Avenue. Friday, Camp by Candlelight, storyteller, pizza, Civil War tea, Cornelia Hancock Tent. Saturday, old-fashioned family fun, parade, re-enactments, scavenger hunt, 856-205-9334.

Triple your enjoyment by combining a Wine Tasting Dinner, Winery Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class for a weekend of total indulgence. The weekend begins with a four-course dinner at the Washington Inn with wines themed to the Sunday Wine School Class (Wines for Summer Sipping). On Saturday visit the award-winning Cape May Winery for a tour of the vineyard and a barrel tasting with cheese and fruit. On Sunday, learn the finer points of fine wines at Wine School Class at the Washington Inn. The complete package is $125 per person. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC).

Join the Nature Center of Cape May for its annual Spring Weekend Open House, Friday, May 16 through Sunday, May 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily. Explore the nature center’s environmental education campus, complete with a three-story observation tower, themed gardens, and a science lab.
The open house will feature an exhibit of over forty shorebird carvings in the Trucksess Welcome Center. The beautiful, lifelike carvings include species such as Ruddy Turnstone, Black-Bellied Plover, Red Knot, dowitchers, Whimbrel, American Oystercatcher, and Dunlin.

Come and discover the ins and outs of transparent watercolor techniques for both beginner and experienced students at a four day workshop that will explore basic color palettes, color mixing, basic strokes and techniques.
At the Upper Cape Branch Library, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg (628-2607) – 10 a.m. on Friday, May 2, 9, 16 and 23

Avalon Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale to be held on Friday, May 16th & Saturday, May 17th from Noon till 3:00 pm in the Community Hall 30th St & the beach. For more information contact Peggy 368-1330. A wide variety of plants can be ordered through pre-sale, however all of those plants may not be available on the actual days of the sale unless ordered in advance.

Spring classes for pre-schoolers will be held on Wednesdays and Fridays, April 9 to May, at the Wetlands Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor. Children 4 years of age and older will learn about what’s happening in nature this time of year plus have fun with crafts, stories, activities, adventures in the marsh and more. Classes are 1 to 2:30 p.m. and cost is $60 for members for eight classes, $70 for nonmembers. Individual classes are $8 for members, $9 nonmembers. Pre-registration is required and class size is limited. Call 368-1211 for information or to register.

An exiting program “Let’s Go Offshore Fishing!” will be held at 3 p.m., Friday, May 16th at the Lower Cape Branch of the Cape May County Library, 2600 Bayshore Rd., Villas.

On Friday, May 16, 2008 from 4pm until 8pm the "Breasts In The City" 3-Day walk team will hold a benefit at Russo's Bar, 4415 Park Boulevard in Wildwood. Food bracelets will be available for $10. Special shooters, "Sugar Nips" will be available for $2.
All proceeds benefit team participation in the Susan G. Komen 3-Day Breast Cancer Walk. Music and prizes.

“The RMS Titanic,” a display of memorabilia and information highlighting the RMS Titanic, an Olympic-class passenger liner that sunk on the night of April 14, 1912, during her maiden voyage are featured. The display is presented by Dawn Steelman of Woodbine during the month of May at the Upper Cape Library Branch, 2050 Route 631, Petersburg.

The Friends of Historic Vineland, Elwyn grounds, Landis Avenue. Friday, Camp by Candlelight, storyteller, pizza, Civil War tea, Cornelia Hancock Tent. Saturday, old-fashioned family fun, parade, re-enactments, scavenger hunt, 856-205-9334.

Cruise the Delaware Bay aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher. View nine lighthouses on this seven-hour trip, including pedestal lighthouses standing offshore in the Bay's mid-channel. Hear Bay lore on fishing, spawning grounds and more. The cruise includes complimentary coffee and danish in the morning and a lavish complimentary cold luncheon buffet including shrimp, finger sandwiches, cheese and fruit trays and dessert. A cash bar is available. Limited to 175. Tickets $99. Co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC).

Morey’s Piers prepares to host over 8,000 scouts, troop leaders and chaperones for its 13th annual Beach Jam on May 16th through the 18th. Scouts enjoy an exciting, memorable and safe beach camping adventure with a special weekend package in addition to Merit Badge and Fun Patch workshops. This unique event takes place on the beach at Morey’s Piers with the beautiful Atlantic Ocean as a backdrop.

Triple your enjoyment by combining a Wine Tasting Dinner, Winery Cellar Tour and Wine Tasting Class for a weekend of total indulgence. The weekend begins with a four-course dinner at the Washington Inn with wines themed to the Sunday Wine School Class (Wines for Summer Sipping). On Saturday visit the award-winning Cape May Winery for a tour of the vineyard and a barrel tasting with cheese and fruit. On Sunday, learn the finer points of fine wines at Wine School Class at the Washington Inn. The complete package is $125 per person. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC).

ROTARY BREAKFAST HELPS RANCH HOPE

SEAVILLE – The Ocean City-Upper Township Noon Rotary Club will hold a community breakfast on May 17th, 2008 at the Seaville United Methodist Church, 3100 Shore Road (Rte. 9) in Seaville.

This “Breakfast of Hope” will be held from 8:00 a.m. to 12 Noon. Donations for the breakfast are $10.00 for adults and children under 12 are free of charge. All proceeds will benefit Ranch Hope for Boys and Girls.

POW! The Planning of Wetlands - May 16, 2008
and
Wetland Plants: Know 'Em and Grow 'Em - May 17-18, 2008

at the Hackettstown Natural Resource Education Center
Hackettstown State Fish Hatchery from 8:30 am to 3:00 pm

POW! The Planning of Wetlands is a guide for the design, construction and
monitoring of a wetland on school grounds or within the community. The 25
exciting and challenging activities promote conservation and stimulate
interests in community service, conservation, science, math and engineering
careers. Correlated to National Science Standards, all activities are

Good Counsel Homes support homeless and pregnant women, Sea Isle City boardwalk, register 8:30, walk 9 a.m. – noon, 856-686-1885.

Saturday, May 17, 2008
9:00 A.M. to 12:00 Noon
Sea Isle City
Info: olvbquinn@aol.com

North Cape Center, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Call 898-8899, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. to reserve space by May 14, $25.

Sea Isle Garden Club annual flower sale. A variety of annual flowers, perennials, geraniums and hanging plants will be
available. Call Kathy Wilson at 263-0622

Captain Kidd Pirate Day is scheduled for Saturday, May 17th, 2008. The pirate costume parade is open to boys and girls ages 12 and under. Parents who would like to register their children for the parade can contact the North Wildwood Recreation Department. Children must be dressed in full costume and prizes will be awarded for the Scariest, Most Creative, and Judge’s Pick. Check-in for the parade will be the day of the event at 26th and the Boardwalk from 10:00am – 10:45am. The parade will begin promptly at 11:00am.

The Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., becomes an outdoor marketplace as vendors from throughout the Northeast display their wares. 10 a.m.-5 p.m., Saturday, May 3. Free admission. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Visit Our Lady Star of the Sea at Ocean and Washington St. for some great spring shopping. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is $1 for adults and free for children under 12. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC).

100 + juried Crafters will be in attendance plus… an International Food Court, live music, children’s activities and of course our 60 Charming Shoppes. FREE admission.

Join the Nature Center of Cape May for its annual Spring Weekend Open House, Friday, May 16 through Sunday, May 18, from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. daily. Explore the nature center’s environmental education campus, complete with a three-story observation tower, themed gardens, and a science lab.
The open house will feature an exhibit of over forty shorebird carvings in the Trucksess Welcome Center. The beautiful, lifelike carvings include species such as Ruddy Turnstone, Black-Bellied Plover, Red Knot, dowitchers, Whimbrel, American Oystercatcher, and Dunlin.