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City Arts Commission Monthly Meeting
2020-07-27 19:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York) | NJ

Monthly City Planning Board Meeting
2020-07-15 19:00 - 20:00 | Somers Point City Hall, 1 W New Jersey Ave, Somers Point, NJ, United States

CIty Zoning Board Monthly Meeting
2020-07-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Somers Point City Hall, 1 W New Jersey Ave, Somers Point, NJ, United States

City Council Meeting
2020-07-09 19:00 | Somers Point City Hall, 1 W New Jersey Ave, Somers Point, NJ, United States

City Historic Preservation Commission Monthly Meeting
2020-07-08 19:00 - 20:00 | NJ

City Recreation Commission Monthly Meeting
2020-07-02 19:00 - 20:00 | Somers Point City Hall, 1 W New Jersey Ave, Somers Point, NJ, United States

(Cancelled) Bayfest
2020-04-25 10:00 - 17:00 | Bay Avenue, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States
The City of Somers Point proudly announces the return of Bayfest, South Jersey’s largest single-day festival. The annual spring event will take place rain or shine from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, April 25, on Historic Bay Avenue. The City expects more than 30,000 residents and visitors to flock to this year’s Bayfest, which offers fun for all ages. For the kids, Bayfest features contests, pony rides, face painting and inflatables, strolling entertainers and a rock climbing wall. Grownups will enjoy browsing more than 100 unique crafter booths and listening to live music at different locations throughout the event. When it’s time to refuel, 45 of the region’s most popular food vendors will be on hand to tempt festival goers with their culinary creations. For more information on the annual Somers Point Bayfest, please visit www.somerspointbayfest.com.

April in Paris (Cancelled)
2020-04-15 10:00 - 2020-04-19 21:00 | NJ
The City of Somers Point announces the fifth Annual ‘April in Paris’ event, with French-themed activities taking place throughout the city from Wednesday, April 15 through Sunday, April 19 at various locations and times. For more information on April in Paris, please visit http://aprilinparissp.weebly.com/.

RESCHEDULED (TBA) “Writing Poetry Your Way”: Foundations of Poetry for All Levels
2020-03-31 18:00 - 19:30, 2020-03-24 18:00 - 19:30, 2020-03-17 18:00 - 19:30 | Dawes Avenue School, 22 West Dawes Avenue, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States
“Writing Poetry Your Way” is a six-week poetry writing session held on Tuesdays from February 25 through March 31 at Somers Point’s Dawes Avenue School Library, 22 West Dawes Avenue from 6-7:30 p.m. Presented by Maria Leonetti, Somers Point’s former poet laureate, “Writing Poetry Your Way” is open to practicing or beginning poets. Participants have opportunities to learn various forms of poetry and to write and read their poetry at each session in an open sharing forum.
There is no charge for participating in “Writing Poetry Your Way”. This program is made possible by funds from the Atlantic County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the NJ State Council on the Arts. Dawes Avenue School Library is a handicapped accessible facility, provided through the Somers Point Public Schools and in partnership with its Community Education Recreation Office.
To register, contact Maria Leonetti at m.t.provenzano@gmail.com and provide your name and contact information. For more information, call 609-653-4991.

"Writing Poetry Your Way": Foundations of Poetry for All Levels
2020-03-10 18:00 - 19:30, 2020-03-03 18:00 - 19:30, 2020-02-25 18:00 - 19:30 | Dawes Avenue School, 22 West Dawes Avenue, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States

Philadelphia Flower Show Bus Trip
2020-03-05 09:00 - 16:30 | NJ
Hosted by The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point, a bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show will take place on Thursday, March 5. Cost is $70 and includes bus, driver tip and entry cost. The group will be leaving from the former K-Mart parking lot, located at 250 New Road, Somers Point at 9 a.m. and will depart from Philadelphia at 3 p.m. All are welcome.
For more information, please call Betty at 609-226-4362, or Rosie at 609-214-6967.

Hidden Beauties of South Jersey and Where to Find Them
2020-03-03 19:00 - 20:00 | Somers Point Senior Center, 22 North Ambler Road, Somers Point, New Jersey, 08244
The Green Thumb Garden Club will meet on Tuesday, March 3 at 7 p.m. in the Somers Point Senior Center located at Massachusetts Avenue and Ambler Road. William Reinert, past department head of Atlantic Country Public Works with 35 years in Mosquito Control, has experience that has given him the opportunity to learn, appreciate and speak on “Hidden Beauties of South Jersey and Where to Find Them.” All are welcome.
For more information, please call Sally at 609-927-4147 after 5 p.m.

Love the Arts in Somers Point
2020-02-23 14:00 - 16:00 | Greate Bay Country Club, 901 Mays Landing Road, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States
Love the Arts in Somers Point takes place on Sunday, February 23 at Greate Bay Country Club 901 Mays Landing Road in Somers Point from 2-4 p.m. The program begins promptly at 2 p.m.; doors open at 1:45 p.m.
Love the Arts in Somers Point will include visual presentation of the Arts Commission’s 2019 programs and activities; as well as introduce the Somers Point community to its 2020 programs, projects and events that will take place in the Somers Point Public Schools, the Senior/Community Center, Kennedy Park, Greate Bay Country Club, Shore Medical Center and other locations throughout the city.
A highlight of Love the Arts in Somers Point event will be the exhibit of The Arts Reach Out 2019 and the recognition of the children, their families and seniors who experienced art activities in the Somers Point Schools After-School (CASTLE) program and at the Somers Point Senior Center.
A special part of the afternoon will be the introduction of Somers Point’s newly appointed Poet Laureate, Erin Castaldi who will meet and greet attendees and present readings from her original Haiku poems. Erin will share her background and her plans for bringing poetry to the community. The public will also be introduced to the winner of the city’s 8th grade Junior Poet Competition.
Also featured will be jazz entertainment in partnership with the South Jersey Jazz Society, art activities for children, balloon sculptures by The Balloon Lady, a silent auction and a light buffet for both adults & children. The Commission will also recognize contributors to the 2019 programs as well as members of non-profit arts organizations including the Community Education Recreation Office (CER) through the Somers Point Schools, the South Jersey Jazz Society and World Above Poetry who are critical to the success of the Arts Commission’s 2020 programs.
There is no charge for the Love the Arts event; however, donations are gratefully accepted. If planning to attend, please contact Kathleen Arleth at 609-653-4991or email somersptarts@gmail.com with names and contact information.
The Greate Bay County Club is a handicapped accessible facility; please contact the Arts Commission at 609-653-4991 for any special accommodations at least two weeks prior to the event.
The Arts Live in Somers Point program is made possible by funds from the Atlantic County Office of Cultural & Heritage Affairs, a partner of the New Jersey State Council on the Arts.

Gardening Without Work!
2020-02-04 19:00 - 20:00 | NJ
The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point will meet on Tuesday, February 4 at 7 p.m. in the Somers Point Senior Center, located at Massachusetts Avenue and Ambler Road. Gregg Aprill, owner of Leaming’s Run, will present his program ‘Gardening Without Work!’.
For more information, please call Rosemary Evans at 609-214-6967, or Sally Pietrofitta at 609-927-4147.

Somers Point Historical Society Installation Luncheon
2020-02-01 12:00 - 14:00 | The Crab Trap, 1 Broadway, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States
Sponsored by Shore Medical Center, the Somers Point Historical Society’s installation luncheon will take place Saturday, February 1 at noon at the Crab Trap, 1 Broadway, Somers Point. The luncheon will include a Tribute to Lou DeScioli.
For more information, please call 609-457-3034.

‘Back on Bay Avenue’ Fundraiser Event Series
2020-01-29 18:00 - 20:30 | Gateway Playhouse, Bay Avenue, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States
The Somers Point Economic Development Advisory Commission (EDAC) and ‘Tony Marts Presents’ have partnered and will host a new fundraising series titled, ‘Back on Bay Avenue’ to benefit Somers Point historical organizations and sites.
The first fundraiser will take place on Wednesday, January 29 from 6-8:30 p.m. at the Gateway Playhouse Theater, 738 Bay Avenue, Somers Point. This unforgettable evening will feature wine, craft beer, and microbrew tasting, accompanied by the sounds of the Dane Anthony Band, playing all of your favorites from Elvis to Motown. The Patriots for the Somers Mansion, dedicated to the preservation and beautification of Somers Mansion, are sponsoring the concert.
Tickets are $25 and include a wine, craft beer, and microbrew tasting sponsored by Circle Liquors of Somers Point, as well as the 90-minute concert by the Dane Anthony Band. The wine, craft beer, and microbrew tasting will be from 6-7 p.m., followed by the concert.
Advance tickets are recommended. For more information and ticket sales, visit www.GatewayByTheBay.org.

South Jersey Jazz Society Presents “A Charlie Brown Christmas” with the Ed Vezinho/Jim Ward Big Band and Cathy Rocco
2019-12-16 18:30 - 21:30 | Greate Bay Country Club, 901 Mays Landing Road, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States
South Jersey Jazz Society will present the Ed Vezinho/Jim Ward Big Band, with special guest Cathy Rocco, paying tribute to Vince Guaraldi’s “Charlie Brown Christmas” at the Greate Bay Country Club on Monday, December 16. Ticket prices are $40 for members and $45 for non-members. Cost includes a Holiday Buffet. Buffet begins at 6:30 p.m. and the music starts at 7:30 p.m.
For more information, please call the Somers Point Community Education and Recreation (CER) Office at 609-927-2053, ext. 3101 or visit www.somerspointfun.com.

Bay Avenue Christmas Tree Lighting
2019-12-12 16:00 - 17:00 | Shore Medical Center, 100 Medical Center Way, Somers Point, NJ, 08244
The Green Thumb Garden Club of Somers Point will join other city organizations in decorating a Christmas Tree sponsored by the Somers Point Community First group. The tree will be located on the green fronting Shore Medical Center. The tree lighting event will take place on Thursday, December 12 from 4-5 p.m. Hot chocolate and candy canes will be available for attendees. Santa will arrive on a fire truck from the Somers Point Fire Department to greet everyone and lead the ceremonial illumination of the park and tree. The public is invited to enjoy this new community-minded holiday tradition along Bay Avenue.
For more information, please contact Sally at 609-927-4147.

Home for the Holidays
2019-12-08 14:00, 2019-12-07 19:30, 2019-12-06 19:30 | Gateway Playhouse, Bay Avenue, Somers Point, NJ, 08244, United States
Enjoy your favorite holiday songs and memories brought to the stage with “Home for the Holidays”. This fully staged and costumed production welcomes you and yours to a crazy holiday party with laughter, music, and even a few special surprises. Presented by the Shaken Not Stirred Players.
For more information and tickets, please visit GatewayByTheBay.org.

“Jazz on an Early December Afternoon”
2019-12-08 13:30 - 15:00 | Gregory’s Restaurant, 900 Shore Road, Somers Point, New Jersey, 08244
Put on by the Somers Point Community Education and Recreation (CER) Office, “Jazz on an Early December Afternoon” features award winning jazz pianist John Colliani at Gregory’s Restaurant and Bar, 900 Shore Road, from 1:30-3 p.m.

Pearl Harbor Day Remembrance Ceremony
2019-12-08 13:00 | Somers Point Beach, Bay Avenue, Somers Point, 08244, United States
This service is presented by the local Veterans’ Associations and Cub Scout Pack 55.

Holiday Porch Performances
2019-12-07 18:00 | 30 Somers Avenue, 30 Somers Avenue, Somers Point, NJ, 08244
Beginning at 6 p.m. at 30 Somers Avenue and following the tree lighting at Somers Mansion, a four-act spoof of “A Christmas Carol” will take place on four different porches in the Bayfront Historic District.
For more information, please call the Somers Point Community Education and Recreation (CER) Office at 609-927-2053, ext. 3101 or visit www.somerspointfun.com.

Somers Mansion Tree Lighting
2019-12-07 17:00 | Somers Mansion, 1000 Shore Road, Somers Point, New Jersey, 08244
A tree lighting ceremony with traditional ornaments created by local students will take place at Somers Mansion on Saturday, December 7 at 5 p.m., put on by the Somers Point Community Education and Recreation (CER) Office. Attendees will enjoy festive music from the Victorian “Village Carolers”and refreshments.
For more information, please call the CER Office at 609-927-2053, ext. 3101 or visit www.somerspointfun.com.

Somers Point Community Education & Recreation (CER) Free Children’s Tree Trimming Afternoon
2019-12-07 12:00 - 14:00 | NJ
The CER will host a free Children’s Tree Trimming Afternoon from 12-2 p.m. at the Senior Citizen Center, 22 North Ambler Road. Kids will learn about the way trees were decorated in Early America, using traditional materials such as fruits, “candlesticks” and fabric. The decorations they create will be hung on the Somers Mansion tree in preparation for the Somers Mansion Tree Lighting on Saturday, December 7.
For more information, please call the CER Office at 609-927-2053, ext. 3101 or visit www.somerspointfun.com.
