Events this Week: Feb. 8 – 15, 2023

“STOP THE HATE”

Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 5 p.m.

Middle Township Performing Arts Center, 212 Bayberry Drive, Court House

The CMCo Prosecutor’s Office invites the residents and business community of Cape May County to join us for “Stop The Hate,” a community forum that will help our community members recognize bias incidents and hate crimes. Raising awareness about bias incidents and hate crimes is a major concern in communities throughout NJ. The Cape May County Prosecutor’s Community Outreach Unit will be rolling out their SAFE PLACE INITIATIVE.

Learn about CMBO’s Newest Migration Watch

Wednesday, Feb. 8 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Lower Township Library public meeting room

Join the Cape May Bird Observatory’s Migration Count Coordinator, Tom Reed, to learn about the newest long-term seasonal research project, Springwatch! This site in Cape May Point is perfectly positioned to capture the diversity and quantity of this bird migration phenomenon, involving over 100 species and 100,000+ individuals. By the end of this program, you’ll understand the significance of this flyway and leave knowing more about the various songbird, shorebird, raptor, and seabird species that utilize it.

OC Library After School Movies: Remember the Titans

Wednesday, Feb 8 at 3 p.m.

Ocean City Free Public Library

All ages welcome. Free snacks. Bring a friend!

Back in a Spell: Author Talk with Lana Harper

Thursday, Feb. 9 at 7 p.m.

Virtual talk

Join the library for a magical evening with New York Times bestselling author Lana Harper as she discusses the enchanting third installment of her immensely popular The Witches of Thistle Grove series, Back in a Spell. This is a virtual talk; register at libraryc.org/oceancitylibrary/upcoming

Free Health Screening Day in Wildwood

Friday, Feb. 10 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Wildwoods Convention Center

Are you uninsured? All are welcome to attend this FREE day of healthcare presented by Volunteers in Medicine at the Wildwoods Convention Center. Primary care, specialist care, zumba, yoga, boxed lunch, vaccinations and so much more! Come and join us and bring a friend. For more information 609.463.2846 or click here.

Museum Lecture: Stories of Slavery in New Jersey

Saturday, Feb. 11 at 1 p.m.
Tennis Building, 250 39th St, Avalon

Join the library for a lecture with Rick Geffken, the author of “Stories of Slavery in NJ.” In addition to this title, Mr. Geffken has written numerous articles on various aspects of New Jersey history for local newspapers, magazines and newsletters.

Free Avalon Movie: “As They Made Us”

Monday, Feb. 13 at 5 p.m.

Avalon Free Public Library

Join the library for an Art House Film Night to watch “As They Made Us”, one of the many free Kanopy movies available with your library card! Synopsis: A divorced mom tries to make peace with her dysfunctional family as she finds a second chance at love. Rated R. Titles subject to change based on availability on Kanopy.

Free Avalon Movie: Tár

Tuesday, Feb. 14 at 6 p.m.

Avalon Free Public Library

The Avalon Library is playing award-season movies for free at their library. Synopsis: Set in the international world of Western classical music, the film centers on Lydia Tár, widely considered one of the greatest living composer-conductors and the very first female director of a major German orchestra.

Wetlands Institute Lecture: Plankton Big and Small

Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Lower Township Library public meeting room

As one of the most important parts of our food web, plankton actually come in all shapes and sizes. At this lecture, we’ll discuss what plankton are, why they’re so important to our wellbeing, and meet live plankton as well as animals that begin their lives as plankton.

OC Library After School Movies: Warm Bodies (PG-13)

Wednesday, Feb 15 at 3 p.m.

Ocean City Free Public Library

All ages welcome. Free snacks. Bring a friend!

Wetlands Institute Lecture: Plankton, Big and Small

Wednesday, Feb. 15 from 6 to 7 p.m.

Lower Township Public Library

As one of the most important parts of our food web, plankton actually come in all shapes and sizes. At this lecture, an expert from the Wetlands Institute will discuss what plankton are, why they’re so important to our wellbeing. Also, meet live plankton and animals that begin their lives as plankton.

Teen Event: Anti-Valentine’s Day Murder Mystery Party

Wednesday, Feb. 15 at 5 p.m.

This event is for teens in grades 7 to 12. Join the OC Library for an evening of food, fun, and murder. Players choose a character, dress in costume (optional), and use clues to find the murder. For info email sara@oceancitylibrary.org