Events this Week: May 7 – 14, 2025

Avalon: HC Event – Nostalgia Night 

Thursday, May 8, 2025, from 6 to 7 p.m. 

Bobby Dee’s Rock n’ Chair, 2409 Dune Drive 

An evening of “remembering together,” sharing stories and memories of Avalon. For more information, visit rocknchair.com 

Sea Isle City: 43rd Annual Karl J. Boehret Surf Fishing Tournament 

Saturday, May 10 from 5:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. 

Community Lodge, 300 JFK Blvd 

Registration begins at 5:00 a.m., fishing on Sea Isle Beaches from 7:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., with awards at 1:00 p.m. Rain or shine. 

Ocean City: Spring Cruisin’ the Boards Car Show 

Saturday, May 10 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

Ocean City Boardwalk, Ocean City 

Showcase of cars from 1990 and newer along the iconic boardwalk. Judging, awards, and a parade off the boardwalk conclude the day.  

Cape May: Mother’s Day Weekend Crafts & Collectibles Show 

Saturday, May 10 at 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. 

Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street 

High-quality crafts and collectibles show featuring vendors and crafters from throughout the Northeast. 

Lower Twp: Jersey Cape Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival 

Saturday, May 10 & Sunday, May 11 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.  

Historic Cold Spring Village, 735 Seashore Road, Lower Township 

Festival showcasing sea glass art, jewelry, and coastal-themed crafts. 

Garden Club of Cape May Plant + Bake Sale 

Saturday, May 10 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 

Rotary Park, Cape May 

The hard-working folks at the garden club have prepared beautiful arrangements, ready-to-plant specimens, planters, and beautiful baked goods for your shopping pleasure. Come find something for your garden! Remember: plant native, shop local.  

Wildwoods Restaurant Showcase 

Wednesday, May 14 from 5–8 p.m. 

Blue Water Grille at Bolero Resort, 3320 Atlantic Avenue 

Sample dishes and desserts from dozens of Wildwoods restaurants at this delicious fundraiser. All proceeds benefit scholarships for local high school students. Tickets are $40. For more info call 609.729.4000. 

Ocean View: History of Prohibition on the Cape 

Thursday, May 15 at 2 p.m.  

Endicott Reardon Family Museum 

On Thursday, May 15, Michael Conley, local librarian, archivist, and historian, will share his findings about this turbulent time at 2 p.m. at the Endicott Reardon Family Museum. As we will see, Cape May County had its share of bootleggers, brothel raids, speakeasies, and bathtub gin! This Special Event is free, but Reservations are required. Call the Museum at 609-624-0600 today and leave a message clearly indicating your name, telephone number, and the number in your party. You will receive a return call for confirmation.