Ghosts of the Lighthouse Trolley Tour
Friday, April 20 at 7:45 p.m.
Ocean Street Trolley Stop, Cape May
A trolley tour through parts of West Cape May to the Lighthouse in Cape May Point State Park, with tales of ghostly activity along the way. Participants will be met at the lighthouse by a costumed Lighthouse Keeper who will relate a ghostly tale inside with time available to climb. Begins and ends at the Ocean Street trolley stop. $22 for adults and $14 for children (ages 3-12). For more information, call (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
Earth Day Celebration
Saturday, April 21 at 8:30 a.m.
Cape May County Park & Zoo, 707 Rt. 9 N., Cape May Court House
The day will start off with a bang with a 5K Earth Day Race and 1 Mile Fun Run. The pre-registration donation of $20, or $25 the day of the race, will benefit the Cape May County Park and Zoo Trust Fund. In addition to the race, live music, children’s storytime, inflatable obstacle course & slide, an interactive drum circle, hands-on educational exhibits, free entertainment, a naturalist hike, food and crafts are all on the agenda. The celebration will run from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. For more information or to register for the run, visit www.cmcZoo.com.
Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweeps
Saturday, April 21 at 9 a.m.
Avalon, Cape May, Del Haven, North Wildwood, Ocean City, Stone Harbor, Villas, Wildwood and Wildwood Crest
From 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., join us for the 33rd Annual Beach Sweep! Bring gloves and bring a friend, and come out rain or shine to clean up the beaches for our community and wildlife. For specific locations and more information, and to register, visit www.cleanoceanaction.org.
ECC Shore Show Cheerleading Down
Saturday, April 21 at 9 a.m.
Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood
Spirit Brands hosts an annual cheerleading competition in the Wildwoods Convention Center. All teams will compete on a 54′ by 42′ spring floor between 9 a.m. and 6:30 p.m. Performances will be choreographed to music and sound effects, and winning teams will be awarded prizes. An admission fee will be charged at the door the day of the event. Call (866) 522-4337 visit or www.spiritbrands.org for more information.
Grand Lighthouse Cruise
Saturday, April 21 at 10 a.m.
Cape May Whale Watcher, 1218 Wilson Dr., Cape May
Come aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher to view and photograph seven historic lighthouses of the late 19th and early part of the 20th centuries. Most of these lighthouses stand on pedestals out of sight of land and are still operational. Each five-hour cruise includes narration on the history of each lighthouse and more. Includes continental breakfast buffet and Captain’s Lunch buffet. A cash bar is available. $95 for adults and $75 for children (ages 7-12). Sponsored by the Cape May Whale Watcher and the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC). For more information, call (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
Spring in Tuckahoe Craftsmen & Home Event
Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22 at 10 a.m.
Upper Township Community Center, 1790 Rt. 50, Tuckahoe
The third annual Spring in Tuckahoe Craftsmen & Home Event will be from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. daily. This two-day event will feature a gathering of artists and craftsmen offering spring handmade items. The event will also showcase home remodeling and improvement companies. Come out and talk to the pros about your next home renovation project. Over 90 vendors are expected to participate, and the event is being held indoors. There will be free shopping bags, hot and cold food, giveaways and more. General admission is free with a pet food donation or $1 per person. For more information, call (856) 765-0118 or visit www.springtimeintuckahoe.com.
Seasonal Science Activities and Crafts
Saturday, April 21 and Sunday, April 22 at 10 a.m.
Wetlands Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor
We believe children and adults learn a great deal through moments of self-exploration. Each week we will offer a new self-guided science activity or craft related to seasonal changes in nature. We provide the supplies and you create the learning! Possible activities related to migration, geology, outdoor exploration, nature crafts, simple science experiments and much more! For more information, visit wetlandsinstitute.org or call (609) 368-1211.
Beast of the East Cheerleading Competition
Sunday, April 22 at 9 a.m.
Wildwoods Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood
The Beast of the East Cheerleading Competition will be held at the Wildwoods Convention Center. Spirit Brands hosts a cheerleading competition from 9 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. Performances will be choreographed to music and sound effects, and winning teams will be awarded prizes. An admission fee will be charged at the door the day of the event. For more information, call (866) 522-4337 or visit www.spiritbrands.org.
Volunteers in Medicine Annual 5K Run/Walk
Sunday, April 22 at 9 a.m.
The Promenade, JFK Blvd., Sea Isle City
Volunteers in Medicine of South Jersey (VIM) will host their annual 5K Run-Walk at 9 a.m. on April 22 at The Promenade in Sea Isle City. This event is once again being sponsored by the generous members of Vietnam Veterans of America Chapter 602. Proceeds from the 5K Run-Walk will benefit VIM’s free clinic on Route 9 in Cape May Court House, where uninsured county residents receive much-needed health care and medical assistance. For more information, call (609) 463-2846.
Lunch and Learn: “Music and Memories of Frank Sinatra”
Tuesday, April 24 at 12 p.m.
Atlantic Cape Community College, Cape May Campus, 341 Court House South Dennis Rd., Cape May Court House
Bring a bag lunch to the Cape May campus of the Atlantic Cape Community College and hear talks on popular topics of history, culture, science and the arts. The topic for April 24 at noon is “Music and Memories of Frank Sinatra,” presented by Rich Chiemingo. Admission is free for MAC members and $5 for non-members. For more information, call (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org.