Happenings

Free Band Concerts Begin 38th Season Monday, May 28

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 21st, 2012 in *Going on now • Happenings

Cape May City’s 38th Season of Free Band Concerts begins Monday, May 28 at 8 p.m. with entertainment by the Atlantic Brass Band. The concerts take place in Rotary Park on Lyle Lane, behind the Washington Street Mall. Bring your [...]
Traditional Irish music a highlight for first week of 23rd Annual Cape May Music Festival

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 21st, 2012 in *Going on now • Happenings

PHOTO CAPTION: Masters of the Celtic Harp, comprised of Gráinne Hambly and William Jackson, will perform a free concert in the newly renovated Cape May Convention Hall, Beach Avenue at Stockton, as part of the 23rd Annual Cape May Music [...]
Convention Hall Opens Friday, May 25

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 21st, 2012 in *Going on now • Happenings

CITY OF CAPE MAY ANNOUNCES MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND ACTIVITIES
The City of Cape May kicks off the start of the summer season with a weekend full of events, ranging from the Grand Opening of the new Cape May Convention Hall, to [...]
SOMA NewArt Gallery Exhibition Opens Saturday, May 19

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 16th, 2012 in Happenings

SOMA NewArt Gallery, 31 Perry Street, NewArt Gallery will host a reception Saturday, May 19 from 6 to 9 p.m. Three Solo Exhibits will be in Galleries One, Two and Three. Artist featured are Terri Amig. Her new show in [...]
Race at the Cape Saturday, May 19 at 1 p.m.

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 16th, 2012 in Happenings

Renewing the Cape May Motor Car Challenge 1905-2012
On Saturday, May 19, from 10 am to 3 pm, Cape May Forum (CMF) presents a re-creation of the famous 1905 automobile beach races in Cape May between Henry Ford and Louis Chevrolet [...]
Sidewalk Sale Thursday, May 17 thru Sunday, May 20

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 14th, 2012 in Happenings

The semi- annual Washington Street Mall Sidewalk Sale begins Thursday, May 17 and runs thru Sunday May 20 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. Come on down and take advantage of the bargains, bargains, bargains.
“Uncle Jacques’ Symphony” Opens Friday

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 7th, 2012 in *Going on now • Happenings

Uncle Jacques’ Symphony written and performed by Dominic Hoffman opens Friday, May 11 at the Robert Shackleton Theater at Cape May Stage, Lafayette Street.
Uncles Jacques’ Symphony, “begins with the introduction of Jacques Hoffman, a ‘hip cat with fast hands on [...]
33rd Great Cape Footrace Saturday, May 12

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 7th, 2012 in Happenings

The 33rd Annual Great Cape Footrace (10k & 5k) takes place Saturday, May 12 at 8 a.m. in front of Convention Hall. For more information call 609.884.5509.
29th Annual Word Series of Birding

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 7th, 2012 in Happenings

The 29th annual World Series of Birding, North America’s premier conservation event, will be held Saturday, May 12, 2012. This event has raised over $9 million for bird conservation throughout the world. Join forces and form a team, pledge a [...]
Mostly Crazy About Quilts Exhibit

Text by Susan Tischler | Published May 1st, 2012 in Happenings

Mostly Crazy About Quilts will be on display at the Cape May United Methodist Church, 635 Washington Street from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. May 3, 4, and 5.
Quilts and especially the people who make them, “Quilters,” hold a unique [...]
Third Annual Strictly Boaters Boat Show begins Friday, May 4

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 30th, 2012 in Happenings

The Strictly Boaters Show will be held Friday, May 4 through Sunday, May 6 at South Jersey Marina from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
From 19’ Key West skiffs to 50’ Viking sportfish yachts, most vessels are displayed in the water, [...]
Puerto Vallarta Night Sunday, April 29

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 24th, 2012 in Happenings

The Center for Community Arts (CCA) is presenting Puerto Vallarta Night Sunday, April 29 from 5 to 9 p.m. at the Pilot House on Decatur Street. Beach wear suggested. Admission is $25 and includes a buffet and live entertainment, plus [...]
Cape May’s 17th annual Spring Festival continues through May 6

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 24th, 2012 in Happenings

Celebrate the beauty of spring during Cape May’s 17th annual Spring Festival, co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). Experience this National Historic Landmark City’s charm and discover its fresh flavors, fascinating history and lively culture [...]
CCA Presents the Shore Grand Slam Sunday, April 22

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 17th, 2012 in Happenings

It’s time for the Center for Community Arts’ (CCA) Shore Grand Slam. On Saturday, April 22 at 6 p.m. the doors will open at Cape May Stage’s Robert Shackelton Playhouse, Lafayette and Bank streets. Previous winners in the storytellers and [...]
SOMA NewArt Gallery Opens 2012 Season

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 17th, 2012 in *Going on now • Happenings

SOMA New Art Gallery SOMA kicked off their season Saturday, April 21. Inspired Brushstrokes – A Teacher and Her Influence, and Nature by Design will be on view through May 13. A reception will be held from 5-8 p.m, Saturday [...]
Craig McManus channels spirits in Cape May during a spine-tingling weekend beginning Friday the 13th

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 12th, 2012 in Happenings

Fans of the paranormal will enjoy a spine-tingling weekend of events sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC) with Cape May’s extraordinary ghost writer and psychic, Craig McManus. Learn about ghosts and hauntings from McManus, renowned [...]
Discover ‘What Those Victorians Wore’ on a tour of Cape May’s Emlen Physick Estate

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 9th, 2012 in *Going on now • Happenings

In the 1860s, women wore a wire cage under their skirts to give them a dome shape. In the 1880s they wore a shelf in the back to make their behinds stick out a foot. They wore woolen long johns [...]
This Easter, get the kids outside, and experience natural Cape May!

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 4th, 2012 in Happenings

Mommy and Me: Friday morning, 10:30 to 11:30, April 6th: (ages 2 to 4) Designed for the curious naturalist-to-be and a parent, guardian or grandparent. Every session focuses on a different aspect of nature with stories, song, crafts, activities and [...]
Easter Fashion Stroll on the Mall Sunday

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 4th, 2012 in Happenings

The annual Easter Fashion Stroll will held on the Washington Street Mall Easter Sunday in the 300 block this year. Registration begins at noon and the stroll begins at 1 p.m. Prizes will be given for the following categories:
Age Group [...]
Children’s Trolley Ride Easter Sunday

Text by Susan Tischler | Published April 2nd, 2012 in Happenings

Children’s Trolley Ride: Take a fun, 30-minute ride through the streets of Cape May geared for the 3-7 year old age group. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Easter Sunday, April 8, at 11:30 a.m. $7 all seats. Sponsored [...]