Events and Happenings

Multi-Day Events

ARTeriors Atlantic City

▶January 19th – February 19th

2022 Baltic Ave. Atlantic City

Experience ARTeriors Baltic Avenue for a limited time, only in Atlantic City. Open Thursday-Sunday from 9am-5pm. Admission is free and donations are always welcome. Visits are also available by appointment; contact Kate O’Malley at kate@ acartsfoundation.org. Visit atlanticcityartsfoundation.org for more information.

Holy Trinity Greek Winter Feast

▶Friday, February 3rd 5-10pm, Saturday, February 4th 12-11pm, Sunday, February 5th 11:30am-8pm

7004 Ridge Ave. Egg Harbor Township

Holy Trinity’s popular Winter Feast is returning in-person. Enjoy delicious Greek food you crave and prepared with the love of Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in EHT. Plus, homemade Greek pastries, traditional Greek dance performances on Saturday evening at 6:45pm, and JTK Entertainment will provide dance music at the Taverna evening on Saturday from 7-11pm. Dine-in and take-out available.

Michael Pedicin Jazz Concert Series

▶Sundays at 2pm

Ocean City Library 1735 Simpson Ave. Join Ocean City Library for a special concert series with the Michael Pedicin Quartet. Each weekly featured artist will ex- hibit their creative and artists skills as they improvise within their designated art form, while Michael and his very select group of musicians play their music. Sunday Feb. 5 features vocalist Paul Jost, and Sunday, Feb. 12 will include modern interpretative dancer Stacy Schweigart. The event is free to attend. For more information, visit oceancitylibrary.org.

Saturday, February 4th

Atlantic City Wing Fest

▶1-4pm

Golden Nugget Atlantic City 600 Huron Ave.

If you love craft beer and live music, you will love Atlantic City Wing Fest. Between 15 and 20 South Jersey spots known for their amazing wings will compete for best wing bragging rights. The all-you-can-eat wing festival will allow you to go around to all the wing places until you decide, by vote, which wing is your favorite. The event will be held in the Grand Ballroom, with live music provided by the Anthony Krizan Band, formerly of the Spin Doctors. Tickets are sold out. More information is available at eventbrite.com/e/atlantic-city-wingfest-471219810137.

Bowls of Hope Soup Cook-Off

Fundraiser

▶6-8pm

Atlantic Christian School 391 Zion Rd.

Egg Harbor Township

Bowls of Hope is a community-building soup cook-off event now in its 10th year as a benefit fundraiser. Proceeds will benefit the Atlantic Christian School and the Atlantic City Rescue Mission. Attendees will sample delicious soups from local restaurants and chefs and vote for your favorites. There will also be a Student Talent Show held during the evening. Bring a can of soup for our food drive to benefit the Community FoodBank of New Jersey. Tickets and additional information available at acseht.org/ bowlsofhope/

Sunday, February 5th

Red Cross Blood Drive in Ocean City

▶9am-2pm

Howard S. Stainton Senior Center 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City

The American Red Cross seeks blood donors for a Blood Drive at the Ocean City Community Center. Donors are asked to call 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767) or visit RedCrossBlood.org and enter “Ocean City” to schedule an appointment. All donors in February receive a $10 gift card by email from Amazon and a chance to win a Florida trip.

Palntine’s Day Paint Party

▶3-6pm

Your CBD Store 790 White Horse Pike, Absecon

Join the Absecon Cultural Arts Alliance for an afternoon of paints, paws, beverages and light fare. All ages and levels are welcome. Paint your favorite photo of your pet, led by the very talented Jen Burke. RSVP by February 3rd by emailing abseconarts@ gmail.com. For more information, visit www. abseconarts.com.

Tuesday, February 7th Village Film Society

▶10:30am

A discussion about the Emmy-nominated documentary, Pray Away. The documentary follows a survivor who seeks healing and acceptance from over a decade of trauma. The film can be viewed on Netflix. RSVP by Feb. 2 by emailing Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@ jfsatlantic.org.

Green Thumb Garden Club – For the Birds

▶7pm

Somers Point Senior Center 22-98 S. Ambler Rd.

Bill Wright will present his colorful program on “South Jersey Backyard & Shore Birds”. A lifelong bird and nature enthusiast participating in the “Count the Birds for the Great Backyard Bird Count”, Bill is also a former AP Environmental science teacher at ACHS. All are welcome. For more information, contact Heidi at (609) 703-9170.

Wednesday, February 8th

Tom Angello’s All-Star Jazz Series

▶7pm

Gregory’s 900 Shore Rd. Somers Point

Join the South Jersey Jazz Society for an evening of live jazz music at Gregory’s, featuring Tom Angello on the drums, Behn Gillece on vibraphone, Brian Betz on guitar, and Lee Smith on the bass. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended. Call (609) 927-6665 to reserve your table. More information is available at www. southjerseyjazz.org.

Thursday, February 9th

How to Harness the Power of the Digital Age

▶10:30am

Katz JCC Boardroom 501 N. Jerome Ave. Margate

From online healthcare visits to banking, social and educational programs to reading the grandkids bedtime stories on Zoom, a whole new world of connectivity evolved over the years. Learn helpful tips on harnessing the power of your cell phone, iPad, and computer to make technology easier for you. Attend in-person at Katz JCC or includes door prizes, buffet, and free mug with $1 beverage refills. Proceeds support local students and selected charities.

Monday, February 13th

Mindful Ways Workshops

▶1-3pm

Easy ways to practice meditation and experience mindfulness. Now is the perfect time to learn how to grow your emotional resilience, feel more centered, engage your inner awareness and peace of mind, and shift out limiting beliefs. To register or for more information, visit oceancitylibrary.org.

Tuesday, February 14th

Comfort Cooking Healthy & Delicious: Valentine’s Day with a Twist

▶10:30am

Join Bernadette Getzler, healthy eating and gardening guru, as she takes you on a food journey using farm fresh ingredients. You’ll learn about cooking for Valentine’s Day in new and creative ways by taking existing ingredients and substituting healthier options. RSVP by Feb. 10 by emailing Tina Serota at 609-287-8872 or tserota@jfsatlantic.org.