Discover Ocean Outdoor Teak and Poly Outlet

Depleted furniture inventory not a problem here as spring season appoaches

As the cool, salty air warms up along the coast, many shore homeowners and businesses are thinking of updating their outdoor spaces. When it comes to bringing the indoor comforts of home outside, Ocean Outdoor Teak and Poly Outlet is ready to help get the look you want with quality furniture that lasts.

Like many businesses, furniture retailers have faced a shortage of incoming inventory, leaving families and businesses without quality products to make their space look the best. Retailers across the country say that shipment issues are the primary cause of the shortage. Because most patio furniture makers work ou tside the United States, tariffs and taxes along with other international issues have been on the rise. This creates is creating big problems for homeowners and businesses alike. Fortunately, local buyers need not to worry since this is n’t a problem for Ocean Outdoor Teak and Poly Outlet. They have new shipments coming in every week. Truckloads of beautiful, modern furniture are available for customers

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quickly overtaking the outdoor market. Poly lumber is built mostly from recycled products and holds its color well. Combine its color retention with stainless steel hardware, a variety of color combinations and styles, and you may find that poly is the best choice for beach homes, vacation resorts or country living. It is extremely durable and resistant to nearly anything Mother Nature throws its way. Poly plastic furniture can be

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to be cleaned with some good, old-fashioned soap and water.

Tables, chairs, deep seating sets and pub sets are ready to go to their new home today. Poly pub sets are popular at the shore. Two seat pub sets start at $950 and our fourseat pub sets with a pub table start at $1,400. Pub and bar sets are great because they allow couples and families to see over deck railings so their view is not obsured. These sets have the potential to make Ocean City, Sea Isle, and Margate customers very happy. The popular folding Adirondack Chairs start at $299. They are perfect for fire pits on cool autumn evenings. The Adirondack chairs sit low to the ground and offer a casual, relaxed feel. Alice reports they are selling very well to campers that seek comfort outdoors.

Landing, Beach Creek Oyster Bar to name of few. Our company has been in the New Jersey shore area for nearly 20 years. Our past stores in Cape May and Somers Point have been combined with one convenient store right in the middle, in Dennis Township. We offer white glove service from LBI to Cape May, Annapolis, Washington DC, and Ocean City Maryland.” to browse and purchase. “Because the outdoor season is relatively short here in New Jersey, it is important for us to stock enough furniture for our local customers to have immediately,” says store owner Alice DiGiovanni. “We are ready now, with a full selection of colors and designs of both Poly and Teak furniture.”

Call (609) 2871767 or check out www.TeakNearMe. com. For up-to-date information, check out their Facebook page, Teak Outlet - Ocean Outdoor Patio. Hurry and get beautiful new outdoor furniture so you can enjoy it now and for years to come.

Teak has always been the gold standard in outdoor tables and chairs but its new rival, Poly lumber furniture is left outside in the summer and winter without any adverse effects. The plastic is resistant to sun, rain, sleet, snow, wind, saltwater, chlorine and mildew. You can’t say that about furniture made from wood or metal.

Poly furniture is low maintenance and easy to care for; it requires no special coatings, sanding or staining. It does not require hazardous chemical treatments to maintain its durability. Poly only needs

After 15 years in Somers Point, The Teak and Poly Outlet moved to Cape May County. They are located on Route 9 in Ocean View/ Clermont Cape May County. It's a beautiful area two miles south of exit 17 on the Garden State Parkway (Sea Isle exit). “We have a much larger store here and a lot of room to expand, with large outdoor displays, and a large workshop to finish and refinish our teak furniture.” says Alice’s daughter, Allison. “Over the years you may have seen our furniture at the Ocean City Yacht Club, Cape May-Lewes Ferry, Hyatt Penns good time. Join the Globetrotters as they go head-to-head against the Washington Generals who will stop at nothing to try and defeat the world’s winningest team. Tickets available via boardwalk Hall box office and Ticketmaster.

Tuesday, February 21st

Furry Buddies

▶ 6pm

Mays Landing Library 40 Farragut Ave. read a story to therapy dogs, erin, Kody, Fritz, and Frieda, who love sharing stories with children. Guardians must remain with children 9 and under. Suggested for ages 6-14. registration required by visiting the library or calling (609) 625-2776.

Mardi Gras on Tennessee Avenue

▶ 7pm

Tennessee Avenue, Atlantic City

New Orleans is coming to Tennessee Avenue this Tuesday. The party starts at noon with food and drink specials at Tennessee Avenue beer Hall, followed by live music from The Dixie band with Tom Angello at 7pm. rhythm & Spirits will also have food specials, including live jazz music from 6-9pm. Plus, enjoy amazing food and drink specials at Cuzzie’s and bar 32 all day.

Wednesday, February 22nd

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, Joe Madiri on clarinet, Al Harrison on trumpet, Tom Quail on the trombone, Pat Mercuri on guitar, and Jack Hegyi on bass. Admission is free, but reservations are recommended. Call (609) 927-6665 to reserve your table. More information is available at www.southjerseyjazz.org.

Friday, February 24th

Atlantic City Ballet: Carmina Burana

▶ 5-9pm

Circus Maximus Theater

Carmina b urana is based upon a manuscript dating back to the 11th century and discovered by a bavarian librarian in 1803. Carl Orff set the poems to music in 1936, and Nicolo Fonte prepared the score. Tickets are available via Ticketmaster and Caesars box office. Visit acballet.org for tickets and information.

Saturday, February 25th

Ventnor Rabies Clinic

▶ 10am-12pm

Ventnor City Fire Department 20 N. New Haven Ave.

Ventnor City will host a free rabies Clinic at the Ventnor City Firehouse on New Haven and Winchester Avenues. Free rabies shots will be granted to dogs of Ventnor residents that has a valif 2023 dog license. 2023 Dog licenses are now due and can be renewed at the rabies clinic. Please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (609) 823-7904 or email lhand@ventnorcity. org for questions.

STEM Saturday: Marshmallow Tower Challenge

▶ 11am

Ventnor Library 6500 Ventnor Ave.

Put on your thinking caps and build a tower using only marshmallows and toothpics. How tall will your tower be? Guardians must remain present with children aged 9 and under during the activity. Open to ages 8 and older. registration required by visiting the library or calling (609) 823-4614.

Remembering Jamie Italian Night Dinner

▶ 4-8pm egg Harbor Township elks 1815 Somers Point Mays Landing rd.

Save the Date as the remembering Jamie Foundation hosts their 23rd annual Italian

Night dinner. Admission is $15 for adults and $5 for children and includes a buffet dinner, raffle prizes, and much more. For additional information, contact Jim Crescenzo at jcrescenzo@verizon.net, call 609-369-2965, or visit rememberingjamie.org.

Sunday, February 26th

Coffee with Cops

▶ 11am-2pm

Ocean City Community Center 1735 Simpson Ave. Ocean City

The Ocean City Police Department will hold a Coffee with Cops event in the atrium outside the Ocean City Free Public Library this Sunday. The public is invited to discuss any thoughts or questions on local policing and other topics with the department’s Community Policing unit. The program is designed to help officers and community members connect in an informal setting. The library will co-sponsor the event and provide free coffee, bagels and pastries to all who attend. For more information, contact Patrolman John Davis at 609525-9142 or JDavisIV@ocnj.us.

Stockton Chamber Players

▶ 2pm

Stockton Campus Center Theatre 101 Vera King Farris Dr. Galloway

Come to Stockton and hear some of the area’s finest classical musicians perform outstanding examples taken from chamber music repertoire. under the direction of Dr. Christopher DiSanto, the Stockton Chamber Players are one of the area’s most beloved musical events. Learn more and purchase tickets at http://stockton.edu/pac.

Thursday, March 2nd

Atlantic City Boat Show Captain’s Table VIP Reception

▶ 6-9pm

Atlantic City Convention Center 1 Convention blvd.

Come join the finest chefs as the Community Food bank of New Jersey Southern branch along with its member charity, Let us eat – Please, hosts the Progressive Atlantic City boat Show’s VIP reception. The evening will include delicious food, cocktails, and a lavish array of desserts from more than 20 local top chefs from across Southern New Jersey.

Live entertainment will also be provided at the event. Tickets include entrance to this year’s boat show all day on Thursday, March 2nd. For more information, please visit https://give. cfbnj.org/LueP.

An Evening of Irish

▶ 7pm egg Harbor Township Community Center

5045 english Creek Ave.

The Greate egg Harbour Township Historical Society will host “An evening of Irish”. emerald Isle Academy Dancers and Sand Pipers Pipes and Drums bagpipers will be presenting the event for the public. Free to GeHTHS members; $2 admission for non-members. Membership forms will be available. Free refreshments

Friday, March 3rd

Tony Mart Cares Concert

▶ 7pm

Josie Kelly’s Public House 908 Shore rd. Somers Point

Tony Mart Presents will host a special concert on Friday, March 3rd, with a performance with the Tony Mart All-Stars. The event is free to the public with reserved seating available for $10. Proceeds benefit Tony Mart Cares for Mark Pfeffer. For more information, visit tonymart.com.

Saturday, March 5th

Atlantic County’s Notable Women in History

▶ 2pm Atlantic County Historical Society 907 Shore rd. Somers Point

Mark your calendars for Sunday, March 5th for a Power Point presentation on “A Few of Atlantic County’s Notable Women in History.”

Plus, check out a large display showcasing their accomplishments in upstairs museum throughout the month of March 2023 during museum hours Thursday through Sunday from 10-3.

Thursday, March 9th

Atlantic Cape Restaurant Gala

▶ 6pm Harrah’s Waterfront Convention Center 777 Harrah’s blvd. Atlantic City

The Atlantic Cape Foundation and Academy of Culinary Arts cordially invites the public to attend the 40th Annual Atlantic Cape restaurant Gala. It will be a spectacular evening to sample the finest dishes, desserts, and libations the South Jersey area has to offer. Plus, enjoy a 50/50 raffle drawing, photo booth, and live entertainment by Plaid Salmon. Tickets and information are available at atlantic.edu/about/foundation/gala.

Upcoming Bus Trips Philadelphia Flower Show with EHT Recreation

▶ Thursday, March 9th eHT recreation is heading to the annual PHS Philadelphia Flower Show, being held inside the Pennsylvania Convention Center. This year’s theme is “The Garden is electric!” The bus will leave March 9th at 2pm from the eHT Convention Center and depart at 8pm from the Convention Center. Price is $45. Don’t delay; this trip will sell out. Call (609) 272-8120 to reserve your seat.

Philadelphia Art Museum with the ACAA

▶ Saturday, March 25th

Hitch a ride with the Absecon Cultural Arts Alliance to the Philadelphia Art Museum. Check in time is 7:40am at Absecon Field of Dreams, and the bus departs at 8am sharp. Please be prompt. The bus will return at approximately 6:30pm. Tickets are $50 per person and are for transportation only. Price does not include museum entry. For more information, visit www.abseconarts. com.

Health and Wellness

NAMI Connections and Family Support

Groups

▶ Monday, March 13th at 7pm

St. Joseph’s Catholic Church 606 Shore rd. Somers Point

NAMI Connection is a recovery support group for adults with a mental health condition. Family Support Group is a support group for adult friends and family members of people with mental health conditions. For more information and to register, please visit www.namiacm.org, or call 609-741-5125. NAMI ACM is a non-profit 501C(3) corporation.

Dementia Support Group

▶ Wednesday, February 15th at 2pm earth Angels for Dementia 115 route 50, Mays Landing

Held on the 1st and 3rd Wednesday of every month. Call Diane Conover at 609402-6966 for more information.

Mental Health Support and Discussion Groups

Online groups are offered daily for a variety of topics, including women, men, LG bTQIA+, individuals aged 18-30. boomers, anxiety, depression, eating disorder, and many others. Groups are also provided to individuals with a family member who lives with a mental health challenge. To receive a full list and to register, call 609-652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org. Offered by united by Wellness, which is programming of the Mental Health Association in New Jersey, local office located in Galloway.

Recovery Groups

More than a dozen groups for individuals living with substance use disorder are offered online. Topics range from mental health/wellness to employment, faith, and more. Groups are provided 7 days a week. Interested participants can register for groups through unitedbywellness@mhanj.org or by calling the Mental Health Association in Atlantic County at 609-652-3800. Offered by united by Wellness, a statewide virtual wellness center.

Wellness Groups

A wide variety of online groups are offered to enhance wellness and introduce interested participants to ways they can improve their day-to-day mental health.. To register and receive links by email, call 609652-3800 or unitedbywellness@mhanj.org.

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