Did you miss the big Halloween rush last weekend? There are still a few Halloween events for you to catch. Find us at the Boiler Room at Congress Hall this Thursday.
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16th Annual Scarecrow Alley
September 30 through Halloween
Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May
The grounds of Cape May’s original haunted house, the Emlen Physick Estate, is transformed for the spooky season. Scarecrow Alley is a highlight of the Estate’s Halloween decorations. Walk the grounds and vote for your favorite ghoulishly gruesome or foolishly funny scarecrow.
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Halloween 56 Miniature Model Exhibit
Every day through Halloween
Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May
It’s a witch’s brew of spooky houses, bizarre characters and bats, cats and pumpkins galore, all done in the exquisite miniature fashion which has made the Dept. 56 miniature line so popular with collectors. Nearly 100 pieces and accessories will be on exhibit on the Physick House’s enclosed entrance porch.
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Boiler Room Halloween Party
Thursday, October 31 from 9 to 11 p.m.
Underneath Congress Hall, 200 Congress Place, Cape May
The party will feature spooktacular giveaways, graveyard smashes spun by DJ Torey Whom, monster mashing on the dance floor, and prizes for the best costumes! Plus, this year, a secret “big gift” for one of our lucky guests, and a variety of other prizes and swag! No cover charge.
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Howard Street Ramble Halloween Show
Thursday, October 31 from 6 to 9 p.m.
Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard St, Cape May
The Howard Street Ramble, Cape May’s famous jam band, will play their final show of the year on Halloween. Come dressed in costume and enjoy a drink on the grounds of the historic Chalfonte hotel.
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Belleplain State Forest – Halloween Hike
Thursday, October 31 at 10 a.m.
Meet at Belleplain State Forest’s nature center
Come dressed in festive garb for this Halloween Thursday hike!
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Sea Isle City – Trunk or Treat
Thursday, October 31 from 5 to 7 p.m.
Sea Isle City Library Parking Lot, 4800 Central Avenue
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Cape May Restaurant Week
October 31 to November 3
Restaurants across Cape May
Restaurants across town offer special fixed price three-course meal deals – for a list of participants, visit www.cmrestaurantweek.com
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Stairway to the Stars
Friday, November 1 from 7 to 9 p.m.
215 Light House Ave, Cape May
Stargaze from atop the Cape May Lighthouse! Climb the 199 steps to the watchtower on evenings of the new moon, when the moon is so dark it blends in with the night. On clear weather nights, stars are more visible so bring your binoculars. Daytime climbs are also offered year-round.
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Avalon Birding Lecture – Winter Birding Hotspots
Saturday, November 2 at 1 p.m.
Library, 235 32nd Street, Avalon
Join the Cape May Bird Observatory’s Program Coordinator, Adehl Schwaderer, and uncover the best locations in and around Cape May County for winter birding. Just because the temperatures drop doesn’t mean the bird diversity does! In addition to learning about new natural areas to explore, Adehl will also be sharing tips on how to identify the birds commonly seen in these places.
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Trail of Two Cities 5K
Saturday, November 2 at 8 a.m.
9th Street Bridge, Ocean City
This annual race takes joggeres over the Ocean City bridge into Somer’s Point. Get there early to register day-of, or pre-register online by visiting www.ocnj.us/race-events or contact: lrumer@ocnj.us or call 609-525-9317
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Wildwood Beach Half Marathon / 5k / 10k
Saturday, November 2 starting at 8 a.m.
Rambler Park, Wildwood Crest
Hit the sands of Wildwood Crest for this annual race. For course maps, registration details and additional information pertaining to the 5 Mile Beach Half Marathon, 10K & 5K visit the race page on www.runsignup.com
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Wildwoods Wedding Expo
Sunday, November 3 from 12 to 5 p.m.
Wildwoods Convention Center
With over 60 top wedding vendors ready to help brides plan their dream wedding, the Wildwood Wedding Expo is the perfect opportunity to gather inspiration, meet talented professionals, and finalize those all-important details. Brides will also have a chance to enter to win more than $10,000 in valuable door prizes, including honeymoon trips, exclusive gift cards valued at over $800 for jewelry and artwork, and more!