A Sure Thing by Atlantic City

A Sure By Ray Schweibert

Thing For many, the weeks

immediately following Labor Day are the best to be ‘downa shore’

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W ee k l y . C O M

Contents VOL .36, #37

S E P T. 10 - 16 , 2 0 0 9

Features 38

By Ray Schweibert For many, the weeks immediately following Labor Day are the best to be ‘downa shore’

By Michael Pritchard The IFBB brings its annual Atlantic City Pro Bodybuilding and fitness championships to Trump Marina Friday and Saturday

A Sure Thing

Muscles and Might at the Marina

On the cover: A Sure Thing

Columns & Departments Food & Drink

This Week

Pinky’s Corner

Coasting

After Dark Nightlife Listings

Curtain Call: Sawyer Brown

Dining: Fornelletto

People: Barbara Brown

Area & Casino Dining

The ‘F’ Word Ask the Geator

Sports 39

Arts & Entertainment 12

Movies: Teaser from Toronto

Casino Capsule, AC Weekly & Upcoming Headliners

Cultural Calendar, Attractions & Performing Arts

Nightlife: Fall Options

Web Exclusives:

and tournament listings Online

Good Golf Guide

Visit acweekly.com for Blogs, Slideshows, Video, Casino Promotions, Movie Capsule Reviews, Contests & more!

Green Tree Golf Course

O NB TE H A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10, 2009

Online

THIS WEEK

Post Labor Day Pop A

JOIN NOW

S THE SUN SET OVER ATLANTIC City’s Marina district this past Monday — the tail end of another Labor Day holiday weekend — the lights on Harrah’s Waterfront Tower came blinking to life and the last Luau feast at The Pool was held for the summer. It was a busy weekend in the Atlantic City region. Then the beaches emptied. Stretches of headlights lit the Parkway heading north. A chilly breeze cut through the evening like a knife; the sky threatened rain. Curled leaves blew around on the sidewalks. Summer at the Jersey shore — over? Think again. As Ray Schweibert writes for this week’s cover story (p. 38), this is one of the most beautiful times of year in our region and there’s a lot going on during the last couple weeks of summer and into autumn. From festivals to live music to tag-free beaches and breathtaking nature, the Atlantic City region certainly pops post Labor Day. But it didn’t used to be like that as columnist Pinky Kravitz adds to Schweibert’s cover story in his column this week (p. 6). Also inside: Over at the Borgata, the casino hotel and spa’s latest dining venture, Fornelletto, gets a visit from our food writer Frank Gabriel (p. 28) who describes the restaurant’s “definitive New York City influence, both in menu and personality,” and calls the atmosphere “livelier” than Specchio, which formerly existed in the spot that Fornelletto now occupies. Anybody a fan of the human body? If so, Trump Marina is hosting the Atlantic City IFBB Pro Bodybuilding

Competition on Friday and Saturday (Sept. 11 & 12). Mike Pritchard gives the lowdown on page 42. Here are a few things to look out for this weekend — aside from less traffic in the area: The Good Old Days Festival, featuring “the music that made Somers Point Famous” (and a stellar slate of local musicians), takes place on Saturday (Sept. 12). Also, the Atlantic City In-Water Powerboat Show takes place Sept. 1013. Meanwhile, thousands of bikers will be heading down to Wildwood for the United Way fundraiser Roar to the Shore. You can read more about these events on page 8 in “Coasting.” If you’re a movie buff, you’ll enjoy Lori Hoffman’s late 2009 movie preview (p. 12), which profiles 10 highly anticipated flicks set for release later this year. Hoffman is currently up in Toronto to cover the Canadian city’s International Film Festival for another year. Check out acweekly.com for updates from Hoffman from Toronto, eh? Finally, a few concerts to keep on your radar: Blues guitar great Jimmy Thackery and his band The Drivers will play the finale of the Somers Point Beach Concert series (Sept. 11), funnyman Craig Robinson (The Office, Pineapple Express) does his stand-up at the Trump Plaza (Sept. 26), Bruce Hornsby checks into the Taj Mahal (Oct. 10), jazz pianist Kenny Barron performs at Stockton (Oct. 26) and Roger Daltrey comes to town at the Borgata for two shows (Nov. 13-14). Rock on. n

Jeff Schwachter, Editor

S EOP N T ET M 2 0 /0 9A C/ WW AEC K KLee M H B0E0R , 1200, 0 8 EE EW LY Y.kClOy .MC O M

ATLANTIC CITY WEEKLY STAFF

Find your match in South Jersey. Sign up for a free chance at love.

nevergo soloY com In South Jersey

EDITOR Jeff Schwachter, ext. 23 editor@acweekly.com ASSOCIATE EDITORS Lori Hoffman, ext. 20; Ray Schweibert, ext. 44 LISTINGS EDITOR Michael Pritchard, ext. 31 ART DIRECTOR Kevin McCarty, ext. 12 kmccarty@acweekly.com PHOTOGRAPHERS Tom Briglia, Ray Nunzi, Nick Valinote CONTRIBUTING WRITERS Jerry Blavat, Ed Condran, Frank Gabriel, Sharon Harris-Zlotnick, Pinky Kravitz, Carole Mattessich, Frank Scoblete, David Spatz, Joe Szczechowski, Raymond Tyler, Whitney Ullman, Tom Wilk EDITORIAL CONSULTANT Frances F. Freedman PRODUCTION MANAGER Diana DeLorenzo SENIOR GRAPHIC DESIGNER Doug Wipf GRAPHIC DESIGNERS LeTera Haynes, Matt Prowell, Arthur Shimko Jr. PRODUCTION COORDINATOR Kathleen Holmes-Disbrow, ext. 14 WEBMASTER John Titlow ADVERTISING SALES MANAGER Kathy Heery, ext. 16; kheery@acweekly.com ADVERTISING ACCOUNT EXECUTIVES James Barilotti, ext. 18;

Jennifer Esposito, ext. 29; KImberly Hayes, ext. 17; Madelon Woller, ext. 21 CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING classified@acweekly.com NATIONAL ADVERTISING The Ruxton Group, 888-2RUXTON MARKETING MANAGER Lauren Reilly ADMINISTRATION Jean Kelly, ext. 25 CIRCULATION MANAGER Bill Beck, ext. 24 CHAIRMAN & CEO Anthony A. Clifton PRESIDENT & COO George Troyano VICE PRESIDENT James Stokes III VP OF OPERATIONS John C. Gallo DIRECTOR OF MULTIMEDIA Geoff Mancini CONTROLLER Ginger Monte CO-FOUNDERS Herb & Marcia Steiner PUBLISHER & FOUNDER Lewis B. Steiner, ext. 11

1974-2003 Whoot® Atlantic City Weekly is published from 8025 Black Horse Pike, Suite 350, W. Atlantic City, NJ 08232 every Thursday. Advertising rates supplied upon request. Phone 609-646-4848. Fax for Editorial and Production departments: 609-646-7338. Sales Department fax: 609-677-0516. Atlantic City Weekly serves the Jersey Shore communities. All material in Atlantic City Weekly is copyright 2009 by Review Publishing, L.P. Reproduction of any of the contents in this edition is prohibited unless written permission is granted by management. Atlantic City Weekly is a registered trademark of Review Publishing, L.P. and is registered with the U.S. Patent Office. Send e-mail to info@acweekly.com or to individual’s first initial, last name@acweekly. com (e.g. Bill Beck, bbeck@acweekly.com). Owned and operated by Review Publishing, L.P.

www. acw e e k l y .com

Suburban Newspapers of America

The Pier at Caesars * 3rd Floor * Atlantic City, NJ * gameonac.com

&RIDAYS Jim Beam BBQ Dinner

Tuesday, September 22nd @ 7PM *WHISKEY TASTING AND DINNER*

Reserve your spot today. Call (609) 345-6900 for more details

THE PIER SHOPS AT CAESARS â&#x20AC;˘ 609.345.6900

&2)$!9Ă¤(!009Ă¤(/52Ă¤Ă¤ PMĂ¤ Ă¤ PM Ă¤&ROZENĂ¤$RINKS 2AWĂ¤"ARĂ¤3PECIALS /YSTERSĂ¤ Ă¤#LAMSĂ¤sĂ¤3HRIMPĂ¤ Ă¤3USHI 3EAFOODĂ¤$INNERĂ¤3PECIALS $*Ă¤ PM 7%$.%3$!9Ă¤-!24).)Ă¤.)'(4Ă¤!4Ă¤4(%Ă¤"!2 Ă¤-ARTINISĂ¤ Ă¤ Ă¤0RICEĂ¤!PPETIZERS *AZZĂ¤ Ă¤TO PMĂ¤ Ă¤$*Ă¤ Ă¤TOĂ¤CLOSE 4(523$!9Ă¤34%!+Ă¤.)'(4Ă¤/54 Ă¤"LACKĂ¤!NGUSĂ¤#UT Ă¤PRICEDĂ¤!PPETIZERSĂ¤!TĂ¤4HEĂ¤"AR Ă¤PRICEDĂ¤"OTTLEĂ¤OFĂ¤7INE (!009Ă¤(/52Ă¤Ă¤%VERYĂ¤$AYĂ¤ PMĂ¤ Ă¤ PM ,IVEĂ¤-USICĂ¤&RIDAYĂ¤ Ă¤3ATURDAY

5PSTAIRSĂ¤$ECK /PENĂ¤FOR $INING

restaurant

bar â&#x20AC;˘ private events

Ă¤AMHERSTĂ¤AVENUEĂ¤ â&#x2013; Ă¤MARGATE Ă¤NEWĂ¤JERSEY

609.822.9111

WWW SOFIAOFMARGATE COMĂ¤ â&#x2013; Ă¤GIFTĂ¤CARDSĂ¤AVAILABLE

A C W E E K LY. C O M / S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

Join us and mingle with Brand Ambassadors representing the Jim Beam portfolio and enjoy a perfectly paired 3 course meal.

#,!-"!+%Ă¤ Ă¤LB Ă¤,OBSTER Ă¤#LAMS Ă¤-USSELS Ă¤3HRIMP

#ORNĂ¤ONĂ¤THEĂ¤#OB Ă¤0OTATOES

PINKY’S CORNER

Another Balic Signature Wine has arrived. Along with Napoleon Boneparte are here to conquer the taste buds of millions.

Alexander The Great

Exclusive Premium Dry Red Reserve Wine

Wines with a European Accent

•Pomegranate •Red Velvet •Napoleon Bonaparte Full Selection of award-winning wines, including strawberry, white spritzers, cabernet sauvignon, cabernet franc, blueberry, raspberry, cherry, blackberry, cranberry, dessert wines, double award winner cream sherry, alminique, our white zinfindel cream red & cream white, rosé supreme, chardonnay, chablis and so many more!

Free Wine Tasting

WiNeRy TouRs • FesTiVAls • AccessoRies

Harvest celebration september 27th 11AM to 7PM Performing Artists Drawing & 50/50 Exhibits & Foods

WiNeRy

www.balicwinery.com 6623 u.s. Rt. 40, Mays landing · 609-625-2166 (2 miles west of downtown Mays Landing on Rt. 40)

oPeN Monday - saturday 9am - 8pm, sunday 11am - 7pm

est. 1966

Is Summer Gone? A By Pinky Kravitz

T THIS TIME OF THE YEAR, OVER 30 YEARS ago, we would hear people saying, “turn out the lights and put up the bridges,” as there will be no one coming to the seashore after Labor Day. Isn’t it nice to note that 30 years later that’s no longer true? Labor Day has come and gone and Atlantic City and its environs continue to do business and have visitors coming year round. Although there are those who still believe Labor Day means that summer is over, those of us who live here at the Jersey shore know that is far from the truth. September and October are two of the nicest months of the year here. The temperature normally runs in the 70s and the ocean water is nice and warm. The beaches are open for you to enjoy free (no beach badges required). You will note that traffic has been greatly reduced throughout southern New Jersey and will remain that way, with the exception of weekends. This is the time of the year when localities hop down to the

SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 8 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K Lee Y .kClOy .MC O M

The temperature normally runs in the 70s and the ocean water is nice and warm. beach after work and take a dip — but be careful as there are no lifeguards on duty, except in certain areas of some area beaches. It is now easier to get a reservation at your favorite restaurant. This is also the time to take advantage of the great sales that are in progress in most of the shops. We are most fortunate in having such a great selection of retail and restaurant units in our area. Many of them have learned the lesson from this past year’s Restaurant Week, be it in Atlantic City or Wildwood: By providing a moderate-priced special dinner menu, they will draw more local customers. I guess now you get it. We no longer have to worry about turning out the lights and putting up the bridge as Atlantic City and its environs have established themselves as a year-round exciting, delightful destination resort to visit if you want to have fun, good food, outstanding hotels, exciting casinos and plenty of shopping. I hope you’ll take advantage of what is offered here year round, but particularly now.

Boardwalk Bike Riding Update

There is good news for bike riders. Atlantic City’s City Council approved, and the mayor signed, a new ordinance changing the times for riding on the Boardwalk. For the first time, in too many years, the Atlantic City Boardwalk will permit bike riding from 6am to noon and from 4 to 6pm. This will allow those of you who live on Absecon Island and want to ride your bikes to and from work the opportunity to do so. You won’t have to worry about being chased off the Boardwalk on your way home or battle Pacific or Atlantic Avenue traffic and endanger your life. It also provides an oppor-

tunity for those who are free in the afternoons to ride in the 4-6pm hours. This brings me to the Atlantic City Regional Transportation Plan’s Project 20, “Bikeways on the Boardwalk,” which basically states, “the increasing number of visitors to Atlantic City and the lack of car ownership by city residents highlight the need to improve mobility and circulation. “Atlantic city streets currently provide few options for safe efficient travel by modes other than automobiles. The Atlantic City Boardwalk, while accessible for pedestrians, provides minimal transportation benefits for bicycles and other slow-speed wheel modes. ... [T]he lack of designated bicycle routes, lanes or trails anywhere in the city suggest safety for bicyclists and other slow-speed vehicle users has not been given sufficient consideration. Bicycling is an activity that vacationers enjoy at destination resort locations. Additionally, the number of scooters and Segways being used in destination locations has been increasing as more people are looking for ‘green’ alternatives to get around. “The strategy would be to construct a multi-use half of the Boardwalk that would serve bicycles and small, slow-speed vehicles. ... For eastbound travel, the path would follow a designated lane, separated from pedestrian traffic along the Boardwalk, with Boardwalk expansion where necessary. For westbound travel the past would consist of a new trail running parallel to the Boardwalk between it and the beach. This path would increase travel options for visitors and others and it would reduce the demand upon the roadway network for short, local trips. “There are key planning issues needed to assess the ability to create and maintain continuous designated lane areas on the Boardwalk and along the beach. ... It will be necessary to design a path compatible with Boardwalk businesses, pedestrian activity and environmental needs. And they will need to locate and design path access points. It is estimated the total cost of this project would be $26 million, good in 2008 dollars.” This is an excellent idea, one that our visitors and residents have been seeking for many years. However, there are major problems in instituting this project. One is how to get around or under the piers. Another major hurdle to the development of a bike path on the Boardwalk and the beach is how to set a lane for the moving vehicles that pedestrians would have to cross to go to the beach. However, it is good to see that consideration is being given to such a project in Atlantic City. n

P INKY K RAVITZ Pinky’s Corner airs Monday through Friday from 4 to 6pm on News Talk WOND-AM 1400. His TV show, WMGM Presents Pinky, airs Saturday at 7:30pm on TV40. Pinky’s e-mail address is: pinky@acweekly.com.

see more online @

Reminisce & Party Party Party at the

Playboy Casino Reunion & Fundraiser for South Jersey Aids Alliance

All former employees & the public are invited

Friday, Saturday & Sunday, October 2, 3 & 4 to be held at The Mansion in Avalon, NJ For information: playboyreunion.tahoet.com or email renayhr@comcast.net

The “diamond” you can afford to lose! Don’t risk loss or theft of your valuable diamonds & pearls. Wear the incredibly beautiful KENYA® GEM. What you and admiring glances will see is the luster of the finest pearls & blue-white diamond . . . with a scintillating brilliance that you will enjoy for a lifetime.

Priced to lose, but you won’t want to.

KENYA® GEM

Designer & Manufacturing of Fine Jewelry Remounts • Repairs • Restringing

TOM HARRIS JEWELER

The Largest Selection of Platinum Clad Silver in the Area All Work Done On Premises

6504 Ventnor Avenue, Ventnor

823-3315

1 mile south of Atlantic City casinos kenyagem.com Parking in rear

A C W e e k l y . c o m / S E P T EM B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

Compiled by AC Weekly Staff: editorial@acweekly.com

‘Bomb in a Birdcage’ A Fine Frenzy

Sophomore effort from West Coast singer-songwriter Alison Sudol on Virgin/EMI is Fiest-y and ethereal. Soft autumn songs and warm textures. Great closer: “The Beacon.”

Roaring into Wildwood

acweekly.com

Hopefully the sun will be shining this weekend in Wildwood, but if you hear the roar of thunder don’t fret. It’s likely just the annual Roar to the Shore motorcycle rally, the largest of its kind in the Northeast, taking place Thursday through Sunday, Sept. 10-13. Last year, through events like a poker walk, the Miss Roar to the Shore contest, the “rubber duck” boardwalk ride, a beer tent, stunt riders, raffles for a 2010 Harley Davidsion Street Bob and a Budweiser Mini Chopper, and other activities and entertainment, the rally raised over $13,000 for the United Way of Cape May County. The money is used to help feed and clothe the less fortunate. This year over 100,000 motorcyclists are expected to attend. Among the attractions will be a Marine Tribute Bike built in honor of all who served and are presently serving our country. The chopper will be on display at Kahuna’s Bar & Grill, 3817 Pacific Ave., in Wildwood on Friday and Saturday, Sept. 11-12, from 4-8pm. The bike was built by Larry Tremblay, owner of Crossroads Choppers in Newburgh, N.Y., in memory of his son, Cpl. Joseph Tremblay, U.S.M.C, who was killed by a roadside bomb on his second tour of Iraq about four years ago. — Ray Schweibert

S EOP N T ET M 2 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W M H B0E0R , 1200, 0 8 K LE YE .KCLOY .MC O M

Good Old Days Are Back

In 2008, rain wiped out a time honored tradition as Somers Point cancelled its yearly Good Old Days Festival. Sad though that is, it also means that the city is set to put on extra special festival this year. And the big draw as usual is the music that will be heard on three stages. Plucking bands from its own Friday night William Morrow beach summer concert series as well as acts well known through the Somers Point Jazz Society, the festival will present an all-star lineup. Scheduled to appear are the Bubba Mac Blues Band; an all-star band featuring Dr. Bobby Fingers, Bob Campanell, Danny Eyer and Howard Isaacson; popular country rock group, Hawkins Road and jazz favorite, The Bob Sterling Band. “We do feel we have a responsibility to put on really good acts,” says Somers Point Councilman Sean T. McGuigan. “No offense to anyone, but we don’t want to put on some garage band. This is a great tradition and people expect top quality acts.” In fact, the theme of the show is “The music that made Somers Point famous,” especially through the legendary former nightclub Tony Mart’s. But music isn’t the only attraction as there will be food, antique cars, children’s activities and more. “We usually draw between 7,000 to 8,000 people,” McGuigan says. “It’s a great tradition and a special day to wrap up the summer with your neighbors. And we even attract a lot of former residents who want to keep the tradition alive.” The free festival takes place Saturday (Sept. 12) at Kennedy Park, Somers Point from 11am-6pm. — Mike Pritchard

Tracy Morgan did his stand-up at the Borgata in Atlantic City on Sunday night, Sept. 6.

Q: How was the show? Alana Rodriguez Puerto Rico A: Tracy Morgan is muy gracioso!

Mike Bonner Brigantine, N.J. A: He was hilarious; his delivery was on point and he kept the audience in tears the whole time!

Samantha Bonner Brigantine, N.J. A: I like bad words, and he used a lot of them!

FOOD & DRINK

Fall Forges Ahead

Outdoor venues are shutting down for summer, but there’s no sign of stoppage in nightlife activity during the fall By Ray Schweibert

HE THREE BOARDWALK BEACH BARS WILL soon say bye-bye again after another successful summer season, and The Deck at Trump Marina has gone back to a weekends-only schedule for the remainder of September. But don’t take that as a sign of a slowdown in nightlife activity. Certain venues sort of yield to the plethora of live music and entertainment options during the summer, and will basically wait until fall to really kick into high gear, knowing that they now have a better shot at audiences’ undivided attention. Other venues simply migrate their entertainment indoors since it becomes a bit more brisk at night. Starting Sept. 24, and in conjunction with 103.7 The Shark radio, the Hard Rock Café (441-0007), located on the Boardwalk side of Trump Taj Mahal, will be offering free live music every Thursday night through October. The popular nightclub Memories in Margate ended its regular schedule last weekend, but owner Jerry Blavat can still be seen at the Atlantic City Country Club on Thursday, Sept. 17, from 5-7pm with the Bubba Mac Blues Band, and at La Costa Lounge in Sea Isle City on back-to-back Saturdays, Oct. 3 and 10. He’ll also host his popular Record Hop at the Wildwood Convention Center on Friday, Oct. 16, as part of the Sixth Annual Fabulous ’50s Weekend (Oct. 16-18). Following the tragic passing of club owner DJ AM (Adam Goldstein) on Aug. 28, Dusk Tuesdays will

continue at Caesars with DJ Jesse Marco, who has performed at some of the most high-profile events in the nation. Marco has DJed at parties for such celebrities as Spike Lee, Denzel Washington, Jay Z, Russell Simmons and Busta Rhymes. The Al Harrison Quintet will be jamming at Gregory’s Restaurant in Somers Point on Sunday, Sept. 20, at 8pm, to wrap up the Somers Point Blue Moon Summer Jazz Series. Call 927-6677 for more details. The Library III in EHT (645-7655) has adjusted its schedule for the fall, and will now include singer/songwriter Patty Blee every Tuesday and Thursday, Don Ellsworth every Sunday and Wednesday, Acoustic Fish on Fridays and Sharon Sable on Saturdays. All performances are 7-11pm in the lounge area. The 17th annual free Concerts on the Beach series continues this Friday night (7-9pm) at Somers Point’s William Morrow Beach with Jim Thackery and the Drivers. La Hacienda (652-6050) in Galloway will feature dance classes every Wednesday night, including tango and merenge on Sept. 16, and Cha Cha and Argentine Tango the following week. There is also live music there every Friday and Saturday night. Also in Galloway, the Athenian Garden will host Jazz Night every Tuesday on its second floor. A $20 cover includes live jazz and a hot-and-cold buffet. See acweekly.com for more details of these and other entertainment options coming up this fall. n see more online @

good cinema. bad cinema.

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H

Movie times and reviews by Lori Hoffman.

BOR_14258_LennyKravitz_ACW_AD.indd 1

9/8/09 10:42:14 AM

CURTAIN CALL

Former ‘Stars’ Sawyer Brown By David J. Spatz

SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 9 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K Lee Y .kClOy .MC O M

AWYER BROWN, T H E L O N G running country band that hit the big time a quarter-century ago as the first-season vocal group winner on Star Search, wasn’t necessarily seeking fame and fortune when it tried out for the television talent showcase. Truth be told, the band’s agenda was simply to score a free demo tape when the five guys from Apopoka, Fla., auditioned for the show. “We fell into the TV show completely by accident,” says Sawyer Brown keyboard player Gregg “Hobie” Hubbard. “We certainly didn’t see it as a any great springboard. All we wanted was the videotape from the audition so we could pitch it around to get work.” Even if they had harbored some burning desire to hit it big on the show, the producers would have poured water on their fire, anyway. “They gave [us] the big death knell speech at the beginning, like, ‘You won’t hear back for months, most people won’t make it on the show, blah, blah, blah.’ And we’re like, ‘Yeah, whatever, when can we get the video tape?’” Hubbard tells me with a laugh during a phone call from his Nashville home. But just a week after the try-out, Sawyer Brown was told it made the cut and would appear on the show, which was hosted by the late Ed McMahon. For those of you just tuning in, Star Search, which debuted in 1983, was the American Idol of its day. But instead of the winners in various categories being basically chosen by speed-dialing television viewers, the acts were judged by a panel of four entertainment professionals. Winners returned the following week to meet a new challenger, and for 13 weeks, Sawyer Brown took on all comers and emerged as the last band standing, which earned them a check for $100,000. More importantly, it introduced the band to millions of potential fans. “I think it was a learning experience about what the power of television could be,” Hubbard says. “To get a little bit of your music exposed to that many people was incredibly helpful to us.” Not long after winning the top prize on the television show, Sawyer Brown signed a recording contract with Capitol

Records in a partnership with Curb Records. Before long, the band’s second single, “Step That Step,” was sitting at the top of the country-music chart. Ironically, Capitol was one of the record labels that had taken a pass on Sawyer Brown right before Star Search. “We had done showcases for every label in Nashville and every label said the same thing: ‘You guys are awfully young, you move around a lot, nobody’s wearing a cowboy hat, where are the boots?’” Hubbard remembers. Simply put, Sawyer Brown, which performs Saturday, Sept. 12, at the Atlantic City Hilton, didn’t fit the traditional country music mold or have the pure country sound that was just beginning to cross over into mainstream music. It’s not that the band didn’t want to conform to the rules of the country music establishment. It was just a matter of them being a little clueless. “We didn’t know what everyone else was doing [in country music] because we were too busy working every night,” he says. Although Sawyer Brown wasn’t a household name at the time, they weren’t exactly complete unknowns, especially in the south. A spin-off of country-pop singer Don King’s road band, the group was averaging 300 gigs a year — five sets a night, six nights a week — before it auditioned for Star Search. The band moved away from its country-pop roots and began focusing on a modern country sound in the early 1990s. Hubbard isn’t a big believer in labels, yet he understands labels are necessary in order to sell a product, especially when it comes to music. “As a music lover, I kind of shy away from labels, so there’s just two labels in my book — stuff I like and stuff I don’t like,” he says. “We just sort of let the music dictate the way it needs to sound. We were never believers that you had to follow some formula or pattern.” n

D AVID S PATZ Casual conversations with the stars. Watch the Emmywinning Curtain Call with David Spatz, Saturdays at 6pm on WMGM-TV NBC40.

see more online @

A C W E E K LY. C O M / S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

For information or table reservations, call 609.441.5233 www.atlanticcitynightlife.com

A & E: MOVIES

Avatar

Anticipation ...

Rachel Weisz) and grandmother (Susan Sarandon) trying to carry on. Dec. 11

Ten upcoming films that look like winners

The director of Chicago, Rob Marshall, returns with an adaptation of another Broadway hit, the musical Nine, which is based on the classic Federico Fellini’s flick 81/2. Daniel Day-Lewis stars as a film director who has seven women in his life, including his wife (Marion Cotillard), his mistress (Penelope Cruz) and his muse (Nicole Kidman). With Judi Dench, Sophia Loren, Kate Hudson and Fergie. Nov. 25

Nine

By Lori Hoffman

ORONTO , O N TARIO — W H I L E I’m up in Canada checking out a bunch of movies that might generate Oscar buzz and expanding my international cinematic horizons, here are 10 Hollywood movies that should provide either fun, excitement, romance or their own Oscar excitement. After looking at the list of more than 100 movies scheduled for release between now and Christmas Day, here are the 10 films, listed in alphabetical order, that have me shivering with anticipation.

Amelia

ting-edge technology, features a planet called Pandora with blue humanoids who are all computer generated. Stars Sam Worthington, Sigourney Weaver, Zoe skip the DVD from Netflix and turn out Saldana and Michelle Rodriquez. Dec. 18 for them. In this romantic comedy, Meryl Streep stars as a woman having an affair with her ex (Alec Baldwin), who is marFame First it was a movie in 1980 that launched ried to a much younger woman (Lake the career of Irene Cara. Later, it was Bell). Steve Martin provides another layer made into a popular TV series and was of complication as the architect who is eventually made into a stage musical. attracted to Streep. Dec. 25 Now this musical about the hopes and dreams of talented students from a high Love Happens school of performing arts returns, mod- Aaron Eckhart has played both a girl’s ernized with new music, plus the exuber- worst nightmare (In the Company of Men) and a romantic ideal (Erin Brockovich). ant title track. Sept. 25 He’ll be channeling the latter persona as a self-improvement expert with emoInvictus Morgan Freeman plays Nelson Mandela, tional issues in this romantic drama codirected by Clint Eastwood. What else starring Jennifer Aniston. Sept. 18

Hilary Swank stars as Amelia Earhart in a movie by Mira Nair that blends in real newsreel footage of the aviator who might have been spying on the Japanese when her plane disappeared over the Pacific in 1937 during her attempt to fly around the world. With Richard Gere and do you need to know? All right, it also Ewan McGregor. Oct. 23 involves a rugby match that helped unify South Africa and Matt Damon co-stars. Avatar Dec. 11 This might be the most anticipated movie since Gone with the Wind. Titanic It’s Complicated director James Cameron finally delivers Movies without special effects beyond his first movie since the 1997 smash. brilliant acting are pretty rare these days, This 3D sci-fi adventure, employing cut- but when they do appear the grown-ups

Lovely Bones The next movie from Peter Jackson is always an event. Taking a break from epic mode, he directs this fantasy drama about a murdered 14-year-old (Atonement’s Saoirse Ronan) who finds herself in a realm known as the “in between.” She can see her grieving parents (Mark Wahlberg,

PLAY THE GAME (PG) 3:15, 5:35, 10:05 TRANSFORMERS 2 (PG13) 3:45, 9:35 G-FORCE (PG) 11:30, 1:30, 7:30 PONYO (G) 11:30, 1:30, 7:45 FINAL DESTINATION (R) 3:15, 5:20, 9:30

IMAX THEATRE AT THE TROP

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

BRIGHTON & ATLANTIC AVES., A.C. • 1-888-505-1435 EXT. 7321 UNDER THE SEA 3D (G) Daily 12 HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF-BLOOD PRINCE 3D (PG) 1, 4, 7 FRI., SEPT. 11 – THURS., SEPT. 17

FRANK THEATRES TOWNE STADIUM SHORE MALL, EHT. • 646-4700 9 (PG13) 11:40, 1:40, 3:40, 5:40, 7:40, 9:40 ALL ABOUT STEVE (PG13) 11:20, 1:20, 3:20, 5:20, 7:35, 9:50 GAMER (R) 12:15, 2:45, 5, 7:20, 9:40 EXTRACT (R) 11:45, 1:45, 3:45, 5:45, 7:45, 9:45 IT MIGHT GET LOUD (PG) 11:15, 1:10, 3:10, 5:10, 7:15, 9:20 FINAL DESTINATION 3D (R) 12, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 DISTRICT 9 (R) 12:30, 3:10, 5:25, 7:45, 10:10 500 DAYS OF SUMMER (PG13) 11, 1:05, 3:20, 5:30, 7:45, 9:55 HALLOWEEN 2 (R) 11:10, 1:15, 3:35, 5:45, 7:55, 10:05 THE PROPOSAL (PG13) 3:20, 7:35, 9:35 UP (PG) 11:05, 1:15, 5:15 COLD SOULS (PG13) 3, 5, 7:25, 9:55 SHORTS (PG) 11, 12:55 THE HANGOVER (R) 12, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10:10 ICE AGE: DAWN OF THE DINOSAURS (PG) 11:15, 1:15, 7:45 THE GOODS: LIVE HARD, SELL HARD (R) 3:15, 5:15, 9:45 IN THE LOOP (NR) 3:40, 5:45, 9:40

TILTON 9 THEATRE TILTON SHOPPING CTR., NORTHFIELD • 646-3147 SORORITY ROW (R) 12, 2, 4, 6 ,8, 10 WHITEOUT (R) 12, 2, 4, 6, 8, 10 I CAN DO BAD ALL BY MYSELF (PG13) 12:30, 3, 5:30, 7:45, 10 TAKING WOODSTOCK (R) 12, 2:20, 4:40, 7, 9:20 JULIE & JULIA (PG13) 12, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:30 ALIENS IN THE ATTIC (PG) 12, 1:45 G.I. JOE: RISE OF COBRA (PG13) 4, 7, 9:30 INGLORIOUS BASTERDS (R) 12, 1, 3, 4, 6, 7, 9, 10 THE TIME TRAVELER’S WIFE (PG13) 6, 8, 10 HARRY POTTER AND THE HALF BLOOD PRINCE (PG) 12, 3

REGAL HAMILTON COMMONS BLACK HORSE PIKE, HAMILTON TWP. • 677-1949 9 (PG13) 12:35, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:40 ALL ABOUT STEVE (PG13) (Some shows open captioned) 12:30, 3, 5:25, 8, 10:35 EXTRACT (R) 12:45, 3:25, 5:45, 8:15, 10:45 GAMER (R) 1, 3:30, 6, 8:30, 10:55

Sherlock Holmes

Before he is unleashed in Ironman 2, Robert Downey Jr. plays the mythical detective, directed by Guy Ritchie and costarring Jude Law, Rachel McAdams and Ritchie regular Mark Strong. Dec. 25

2012

Roland Emmerich (Independence Day, The Day After Tomorrow) is blowing up the world again as he continues in the apocalyptic vein he so enjoys, joined this time by John Cusack and Amanda Peet. Nov. 13 n

To read more about movies and other topics covered by movie critic Lori Hoffman under her blog alias Moviejunkie, visit http://blog.acweekly.com/

FINAL DESTINATION 3D (R) 12:55, 2:50, 5:20, 7:40, 10:10 HALLOWEEN II (R) 1:30, 4:40, 7:20, 9:55, 10:05 INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS (R) 12:25, 3:40, 7:00, 10:20 SHORTS (PG) 1:40, 4:30 DISTRICT 9 (R) 1, 3:50, 6:40, 9:30 G.I. JOE: RISE OF COBRA (PG13) 1:20, 4:20 JULIE & JULIA (PG13) 1:05, 4, 6:50, 10 SORORITY ROW (R) 12:50, 3:20, 5:50, 8:20, 10:50 THE TIME TRAVELER’S WIFE (PG13) 7:15, 9:55 TYLER PERRY’S I CAN DO BAD ALL BY MYSELF (PG13) 1:20, 2, 4:10, 4:50, 7:10, 7:50, 9:50, 10:30 WHITEOUT (R) 12:40, 3:10, 5:40, 8:10, 10:40

FRANK THEATRES MOORLYN 4 MOORLYN TERRACE & BOARDWALK, OCEAN CITY • 399-0006 ALL ABOUT STEVE (PG13) 3:20, 5:20, 7:30, 9:40 INGLOURIOUS BASTERDS (R) 4, 7, 10 HALLOWEEN II (R) 3:30, 5:40, 7:50, 10:10 DISTRICT 9 (R) 3:10, 5:30, 7:40, 9:50

FRANK THEATRES STRAND 5 9TH ST. & BOARDWALK, OCEAN CITY • 398-6565 500 DAYS OF SUMMER (PG13) Fri.-Sun. 1, 3:10, 7:40; Mon.-Thurs. 7:40 G.I. JOE: RISE OF THE COBRA (PG13) Fri.-Sun. 5:10, 9:45; Mon.-Thurs. 5:10 THE FINAL DESTINATION (R) Fri.-Sun. 1:40, 3:40, 5:40, 7:50, 10; Mon..Thurs. 5:40, 7:50 JULIE & JULIA (PG13) Fri.-Sun. 1:50, 4:50, 7:20, 9:50; Mon.-Thurs. 4:50, 7:20 THE HANGOVER (PG13) Fri.-Sun. 1:05, 3, 5:20, 7:30, 9:40; Mon.-Thurs. 5:20, 7:30 THE TIME TRAVELER’S WIFE (PG13) Fri.-Sun. 1:20, 5:50, 9:55; Mon.Thurs. 5:50

see more online @

A C W e e k l y . c o m / S E P T EM B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

FOOD & DRINK

After Dark

Nightlife listings info & updates: editorial@acweekly.com

ATLANTIC CITY * For casino venues, see “Casino Capsule” p. 24 for entertainment listings. Visit acweekly. com for more detailed listings. 25 Hours Resorts. 344-6000. resortsac.com. Casino bar & lounge.

32° Luxe Lounge * The Quarter at Tropicana. 5720032. tropicana.net. VIP bottle service, DJs.

40/40 Club 2120 Atlantic Ave., at The Walk. 449-4040. the4040club.com. Upscale sports bar.

A Dam Good Sports Bar The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 347-7770. tropicana.net.

Atlantic City Bar & Grill 1219 Pacific at S. Carolina aves. 348-8080. acbarandgrill.com. Open all day and night.

Back Bay Ale House 800 N. New Hampshire Ave. 4490006. backbayalehouse.com. Open seven days from 11am. Live music weekends.

Bar 12-21 at Morton’s Steakhouse Caesars, 2100 Pacific Ave. 4491044. caesarsac.com. Premium wines and martinis.

Bar at Wellington’s Tropicana, Atlantic City. Brighton and Pacific aves. tropicana.net. Open daily 2pm-2am; food avail. from 4-11pm.

Blue Martini *

Bally’s, Park Place & Boardwalk. 340-2709. ballysac.com. Over 100 martini variations.

Boogie Nights *

Resorts dining level. 340-7698. resortsac.com. The ultimate ’70s and ’80s dance party. Open Fri & Sat. Nights, 9pm.

Borgata Comedy Club *

Music Box, One Borgata Way. theborgata.com. Tickets $20, shows 9pm.

Carmine’s

The Quarter at Tropicana. 5729300. tropicana.net. Family-style Italian restaurant. and wellstocked bar.

Casbah Night Club *

Taj Mahal, 1000 Boardwalk. 4491000. casbahclub.com. Open Fri.,Sat. 10:30pm to 6am. DJs and dance parties.

Chelsea’s 5th Floor

Chelsea Hotel, 111 S Chelsea Ave. 800-548-3030. thechelseaac.com. The 5th Floor is a lively pool-equipped nightlife scene from 10pm-4am every Fri. & Sat.

Chelsea Pub

8 S. Morris Ave. (Across from Trop parking garage) 345-4916. Three bars. 11:30am-1pm and 4-6pm Happy hours. New patio area, pool tables.

Club Worship *

At House of Blues (Showboat), 801 Boardwalk. 343-5700. hob.com. Nightclub and ultra lounge.

The Comedy Stop Cafe & Cabaret *

The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. tropicana.net. 1-

877-FUNNYAC.

The Continental The Pier Shops at Caesars, 6748300. continentalac.com. Famous Philly martini bar export.

Corky’s Ribs and BBQ Tropicana’s Marketplace, Brighton Ave. & the Boardwalk. 345-4100. tropicana.net. Now serving breakfast. Dinner specials.

Croctails Tavern 20 S. Virginia Ave. (between Atlantic and Pacific aves.), 3483360. Open 11am-midnight, Fri. & Sat. until 3am.

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar * The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 348-6700. cubalibrerestaurant.com. Latin music, exclusive rum bar.

DeFeo’s 27-29 Missouri Ave. 347-7780. Sports bar & dance club. Newly renovated kitchen. Food served until 4am.

Dizzy Dolphin

Hilton, Boston & Pacific aves. 340-7200. hiltonac.com. Nauticalthemed bar with signature cocktails.

Dock’s Oyster House

2405 Atlantic Ave. 345-0092, docksoysterhouse.com. Opens 5pm. Piano bar nightly.

Ducktown Tavern 2400 Atlantic & Georgia aves. 449-1212. ducktowntavernac. com. Open 24/7. Three happy hours.

(Continued on page 17)

a $50 Gift Certificate to Game

On!

Located at The Pier at Caesars (609) 345-6800

Football Picks Contest

Pick the winner of each Sunday and Monday Night Football Game by 11 am EST on Sunday

Enter at ACWeekly.com/contests Atlantic City Weekly will tabulate the number of correct winners you selected and the entry with the most number of correct guesses for the Sunday games of the week will win a prize. Contest open to adults 21 years or older. One entry per person. Additional details online.

15 5 1

Game On! The official bar of any game that’s on!

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H

Pick the winners and WIN

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

FOOD & DRINK (Continued from page 15) Dusk

Caesars, 2100 Pacific Ave. 3453875. DuskAC.com. ACâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s newest nightclub. Open Tues., Fri. & Sat., 10pm till late. Tues. is service industry night.

Ego Bar and Lounge *

Taj Mahal, 1000 Boardwalk. 449-1000. trumptaj.com. Nightlife hot spot at Trump Taj Mahal.

Eden Lounge *

Harrahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Resort, 777 Harrahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blvd. 441-5165. harrahsresort. com. Open 24/7. Live music.

El Charro!

2430 Fairmount Ave. Authentic Mexican restaurant serving lunch & dinner.

House of Blues *

801 Boardwalk, at Showboat. 236-BLUE. hob.com. Music Hall with bands weekly, restaurant and bars.

Irish Pub

St. James Place at the Boardwalk. 344-9063. theirishpub.com. Free parking. Open 24 hours.

Jezebelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s *

Located at Trump Plaza. 4416000. trumpplaza.com. Casino lounge.

Kellyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Corner Pub

2721 Arctic & Iowa aves. 3484925. Lively Irish bar open 11am-1am daily.

Knife & Fork

Evo

Trump Plaza, 2225 Boardwalk. 441-0400. trumpplaza.com. Posh bar and dining.

Atlantic and Pacific aves. 3441133. knifeandforkinn.com. Open daily at 4pm, serving dinner from 5pm.

Firewaters

Le Grand Fromage

Tropicanaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Marketplace, Brighton Ave. & Boardwalk. 344-6699. tropicana.net. 101 bottled & 50 draft beers, martini bar.

Formicaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cafe

2310 Arctic Ave. 344-2732. formicabrosbakery.com. Live music every Sat., 7-10pm.

25 Gordonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Alley. 347-2743. Late night menu, lounge open 8pm-8am. Live music.

Los Compadres

The Pier Shops at Caesars. 3456800. gameonac.com. Sports bar w/ 90 HDTVs & mechanical bull. DJs, music videos every Sat. 10pm.

Girasole Ristorante & Bar

Gypsy Bar *

Borgata, One Borgata Way. 1866-MYBORGATA. theborgata. com. Live music, gourmet tequila menu.

Hard Rock Cafe

Trump Taj Mahal, 1000 Boardwalk at Virginia Ave. 4410007. hardrock.com. Home of authentic rock â&#x20AC;&#x2122;nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; roll memorabilia. Live music in Oct.

Home Run Tavern

648 N. Albany Ave. 343-1700. Sports-themed bar. Open 24/7.

Hooters

231 S. Tennessee Ave. 344-

(Continued on page 19)

EntErtainmEnt You Can BEt on!

SAWYER BROWN

September 12

2701 Arctic Ave. at California. 344-1119. Thurs.- Sun. live Mexican music.

TONY DANzA

Missile Bar *

The Quarter at Tropicana, upper level. 348-2000. missilebar. com. Open midnight-dawn Thurs.-Sun. DJs.

october 10

MIXX *

Borgata, One Borgata Way. 1866-MYBORGATA. theborgata. com. Fri. & Sat. 10pm-5am. High-energy dance club w/ world-renowned DJs.

Sports Bar *

WAR

Ballyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Wild Wild West, Park Place & Boardwalk. 340-2709. ballysac.com.

october 17

mur.mur *

Borgata, One Borgata Way. 1866-MYBORGATA. theborgata. com. Fri., Sat., Mon. 10pm5am. Nightclub with a personality of its own.

Oasis Lobby Bar

Trump Taj Mahal. 1000 Boardwalk. trumptaj.com. Located on the casino floor in the main lobby.

Old Waterway Inn

1700 W. Riverside Dr. (Venice Park) 347-1793. Open Thurs.Sun. from 5pm. Waterfront dining. Happy hour 4-7pm Thurs. & Fri.

The Palm

For Tickets t $BMM $BTJOP 4FSWJDFT BU "$ )*-50/ t 7JTJU UIF )JMUPO #PY 0GmDF t $BMM BU PS WJTJU XXX UJDLFUNBTUFS DPN

Show schedule subject to change. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER.

17 7 1

Two locations: Tropicana, Brighton Ave. & Boardwalk. 449-1500 and Trump Marina, One Castle Blvd. 441-8300. hooters.com. 13 TVs.

Pic-A-Lilli Pub

A C WAECE W K LE YE .KCLOY .MC O/ MS E/P TMEOMNB TE H R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9

3108 Pacific Ave. (in Ocean Club Condos), 345-5554. girasoleac. com. Mediterranean style cafĂŠ.

large heated pool, six secluded hot tubs, 12 private poolside cabanas.

Los Amigos

Foundation Room at House of Blues *

Game On!

AC Aquarium

In Trump Plaza lobby, off Boardwalk at Mississippi Avenue. trumpplaza.com. Stylish bar in casino lobby. 1926 Atlantic Ave. 3442293. losamigosrest.com. Southwestern and Mexican beers and fare since 1978.

801 Boardwalk at Showboat. 343-5795. hob.com. Members and public can enjoy varied weekly events.

The Pool * Harrahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Resort, 777 Harrahâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Blvd., (marina district), harrahsresort.com. Tropical oasis with

Liquid Bar *

Forum Lounge *

Caesars, 2100 Pacific Ave. 1800-677-SHOW. caesarsac. com.

3 x 2.625

The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 3447256. thepalm.com. Awardwinning wine list.

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

FOOD & DRINK (Continued from page 17) 1113. Dinner menu. Wing specials on Wednesday nights. Beer specials daily, 11pm-2am.

Pizza Pub 2309 Pacific Ave. 344-0055. Located across from Trump Plaza. Great food, music and specialty drinks.

Planet Rose Karaoke Bar The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 3446565. planetrose.com. Plush cocktail lounge and karaoke bar.

Proud Mary’s 3209 Fairmount Ave. 3483322. Serving food, beverages 24 hours daily.

Providence * The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 3457800. providenceclubac.com. Nightclub w/ VIP bottle service, private lounges and energetic atmosphere.

and the Boardwalk. 340-2000. ballysac.com. A hybrid of a bar with casino games. Free live music, DJs, dueling pianos, drink specials, low table-game limits and more.

Ave. 800-548-3030. thechelseaac.com. DJ dance parties every Friday and Saturday night starting 9pm.

Ri´-Ra´ Irish Pub & Restaurant

2800 Atlantic Ave. 345-5766 and 345-9461. baltimoregrill. com. An A.C. landmark.

The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 3488600. rira.com. Authentic Irish pub with live music nightly.

Rumba Lounge

Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 348-8600. tropicana. net. Open seven days a week. Sports-themed lounge.

Sonsie

The Pier Shops at Caesars. 3456300. sonsieac.com. Serving classic dishes from its original 1993 Boston location.

Souzai

Red Square

The Pier Shops at Caesars. 3484443. thepiershopsatcaesars. com. Serving sushi and cocktails.

The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 3449100. chinagrillmgt.com. Sat. “Siberian Nights” includes DJ, dancing, and no cover charge.

Tango’s *

The Quarter at Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. tropicana.net. Lounge next to gaming floor with live music nightly.

The Ridge

Teplitzky’s Lounge

Bally’s Claridge tower. Park Place

Chelsea Hotel. 111 S. Chelsea

Tony’s Baltimore Bar & Grill

The Trinity Pub and Carvery

The Pier Shops at Caesars. 345-6900. trinitypubac.com. Traditional Irish fare, frosty pints. Live music..

Tun Tavern

Sheraton Hotel, Two Convention Blvd., across from Convention Ctr. 347-7800. tuntavern.com. Live music Wed.-Sun., 9pm-1am. Specials daily.

The Wave *

Trump Marina, One Castle Blvd. 441-8300. trumpmarina. com. Bands and DJs every Fri. & Sat. nights.

West Side Bar

511 N. Arkansas Ave. 3440883. westsideac.com. Alternative lifestyle party every night.

Whiskey Grille

20 Pennsylvania Ave. 3453290. Serving breakfast, lunch

and dinner. Five flat screen TVs, daily specials.

The Wonderbar

Daily drink, lunch and dinner specials. Live music Fri. Sat. & Sun. 6:30pm.

BRIGANTINE

301 Longport Blvd., Seaview Harbor Marina, Longport. 8221002. shoreclubbar.com. Great views, fine seafood, drinks and entertainment.

Laguna Grill Martini Bar

Sofia

3701 Sunset Avenue (at the Albany Ave. bridge). 344-8888. wonderbarac.com. The Tiki Bar is open seasonally and allows access for boaters.

14th St. So. & the ocean at the Celebrity Resorts Suites. 2667731. lagunagrill.com. Ocean views, entertainment and specials nightly.

Rod & Reel Tavern

101 13th St. North, 266-0343. Karaoke on Saturday nights. Pool table, darts.

St. George’s Pub

Towne Center, 4282 Harbour Beach Blvd. 266-1001. stgeorgespub.com. Full bar with martini menu. Pool table. Open 24 hours.

DOWNBEACH Ventnor, Margate & Longport Maynard’s Cafe

9306 Amherst Ave. On the Bay, Margate. 822-8423.

Shore Club Crab House Bar & Grill

9314 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-9111. sofiaofmargate.com. Elegant Greek-style restaurant with entertainment on weekends.

Steve & Cookies 9700 Amherst Ave., Margate. 823-1163. steveandcookies.com. Live music nightly.

Tomatoe’s

9300 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-7535. tomatoesmargate. com. Asian-American cuisine with entertainment weekends and “rock ‘n’ roll sushi” Mon. & Wed., 9pm-mid.

Ventura’s Greenhouse 106 S. Benson Ave., Margate. 822-0140. venturasgreenhouse.com. Open seven days. Late-night fare. Weekly beer and dinner specials.

MAINLAND Anchorage

823 Bay Ave., Somers Point. 927-1776. A Somers Point tradition Open 10am-2am. Happy hour Mon.-Fri., 4-7pm.

Barista’s Coffee House

68 W. Jimmy Leeds Road, Suite 14, Galloway. 568-5519. The Michael Pedicin Quartet 7-10pm every Friday. No cover.

Atlantic City Country Club 1 Leo Fraser Drive, Northfield, 236-4401, accountryclub.com. Tap Room Happy hour 4-6pm, half-priced drafts and martinis with culinary bar menu.

Black Cat Bar & Grill

1 N. Shore Road, Absecon. 6412323. Open 7 days from 10am1am. Kitchen from 11am11pm. Live music Thursdays.

Blue Marlin Sports Bar & Grill 200 S. Pitney Rd. Galloway. 748-5000. bluemarlincafe. com. Lunch, dinner and drink specials daily.

Bulldogs Bar & Grill

743 W. White Horse Pike, Galloway, 965-4433. bulldogsbar.net. TVs at the bar &

(Continued on next page)

Get Happy Atlantic City Weekly’s Guide to Area Happy Hours

bar - restaurant sushi bar

hap.py.hour.

(hap’e.our)) n. A period of time (5:00 - 6:30 pm 7 days a week) spent at Tomatoe’s, during which cocktails and appetizers are offered at reduced prices; frequently enjoyed with friends <: from the Latin; cheapus biggus drinkus. see also: good time.

shuttle service available call for information

9300 Amherst Avenue Margate, NJ

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H

Tomatoe’s

609.822.7535 19 9 1

www.tomatoesmargate.com

FOOD & DRINK (Continued from preceding page) booths. Entertainment Fri. & Sat. night.

Caroline’s Bar & Restaurant

6725 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 9279007. carolinesbythebay.com. Food served 11am-2am. Happy hour Mon.-Sat., 4-7pm. DJs Fri. night.

Carrabba’s Italian Grill

THESE EYES! -00, */50 5)&4& &:&4 These are eyes of determination and confidence.

These eyes are attentive and passionate. These eyes show the strength and vigor of youth trained in the Martial Arts. Little Ninjas Ages 4, 5 and 6 Kids Karate 6 years and above Kids Jiu-jitsu 6 years and above Adult Programs: Gracie Jiu-jitsu Muay Thai Kickboxing Mixed Martial Arts

BacK to scHool sPecial 6 weeKs free for adults and cHildren exPires saturday, sePt 19tH. Hurry! classes are filling uP quicKly.

joe diamond’s atlantic city mixed martial arts

S EOP N T ET M 2 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W M H B0E0R , 1200, 0 9 K Lee Y .kClOy .MC O M

331 Tilton Rd. (Next to Tilton 9 movies) • Northfield, NJ 08225

MartialArtsKids.org and acmma.net • 609-272-2270 Call Today!

450 Bay Ave., Somers Pt.4072580. carrabbas.com. Wine Wednesdays: Enjoy any bottle of wine on the wine list for $10 off and if you don’t finish it, you can take it home with you.

Cavallino Nero

4760 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing. 625-0144, cavnero. com. Open daily 11am-1am. Mon.-Fri., Happy hour 3-6pm. Live entertainment.

Charlie’s

800 Shore Rd., Somers Pt. 9273363. charliesbar.com. Open daily 7am-3am; Sun. noon3pm. Mon-Fri. Happy hour 3-6pm.

Chickie’s and Pete’s

6055 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 2721930. chickiesandpetes.com. Ultimate sports bar with entertainment nightly.

Cousin Mario’s

5401 Harding Hwy. (Route 40), Mays Landing. 625-2523. (Formerly the Epic Grille). Happy hour noon-7pm weekdays. Live music every Fri. & Sat. night.

Crab Trap

On the Circle in Somers Pt. 927-7377. thecrabtrap.com. Restaurant and bar overlooking bay. Live music nightly indoors, and outdoors at Crabby Jack’s.

DiOrio’s Circle Cafe

10 McArthur Blvd. Somers Point. 927-6111.

East Bay Crab & Grille

Cardiff Circle, EHT. 272-7721. eastbaycrab.com. Daily Happy hour 4-7pm. Mon. half-priced sushi, dinner & drink specials daily. Everyday bar menu with 11 items from $2 each till closing.

Formica’s Cafe

Kensington Square, 200 North Tilton Road, Northfield, 6466565. formicabrosbakery.com. Live music Fridays, 7-10pm.

Fred & Ethel’s Lantern Light Tavern

Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Rd., Smithville. 652-0544. Nightly specials. Live music every Fri. and Sat.

Goodfellows, W.L.

310 White Horse Pike, Absecon. 652-1942. wlgoodfellows.com. Over 60 bottled micobrew beers. Open from 11:30am.

Great American Pub & Grille

Festival at Hamilton, Black Horse

Pike, Mays Landing. 625-1990. Family owned since 1998. Specials daily.

Gregory’s

900 Shore Rd., Somers Pt. 9276665. gregorysbar.com. Weekly drink specials. Family run since 1946.

Hibiscus

101 E. Maryland Ave., Somers Pt. Formerly Stumpo’s.

Hi Point Pub (Skelly’s)

5 N. Shore Rd., Absecon. 6413172. Open 24 hrs. Happy hour 5-7pm. Mon.-Fri. with discount drinks & free buffet.

The Inlet

988 Bay Ave., Somers Point. 926-9611. inletrestaurantnj. com. Waterfront dining. Serving American cuisine, creative cocktails. Live music.

The Inn at Sugar Hill

5704 Mays Landing-Somers Point Road, Mays Landing, innatsugarhill.com. 625.2226. Historic bed-and-breakfast.

JD’s Pub

Smithville Town Center, intersection of Route 9 and Smithville Blvd. 404-9000, jdspubsmithville.com. Open til 2am or later.

Jo-Jo’s Italian Grille

Black Horse Pike & Main St., Pleasantville. 646-8332. jojositaliangrille.com. Happy hour 4-6pm Mon.-Fri. Entertainment Wed. & Sun. in the bar.

JR’s Tavern

650 New Rd., Somers Pt. 6539853. jrstavern.com. Open every day 7am-2am, Sun. 9am-2am. Weekly drink and wing specials. DJ entertainment Thurs.-Sat.

Juliano’s Pub & Grill

McGettigan’s 19th Hole

500 S. NY Rd., Galloway. 6526476. Happy hour Mon.-Fri. 4-7pm reduced drink prices. Nightly drink specials.

McKee’s Irish Pub

446 St. Louis Ave.,Egg Harbor City. 965-7878. Open for lunch and dinner. Drink specials daily.

Oyster Creek Inn

41 N. Oyster Creek Rd., Leeds Point, 652-8565. Waterfront dining, arrive by boat or car. Several beers on tap. Live music.

The Pearl Restaurant & Bar

1 MacArthur Blvd, Somers Point. 653-1155. Serving Chinese and American food daily from 4pm3am. Drink specials.

Pistol Pete’s Steakhouse and Saloon

908 Shore Rd., Somers Point, 927-2759. macsrestaurant.com. Seafood restaurant and bar with live music.

Mangia by the Greens

3016 Ocean Heights Ave., EHT. 601-8369. mangiabythegreens.com. In clubhouse of McCullough’s Emerald Golf Links. Entertainment nightly.

At Atlantic City Country Club, 1 Leo Fraser Dr., Northfield. 236.4465. Daily happy hour 4-6pm. Brunch Sun. 10am-2pm.

Testa’s Good Guys Pub

5698 Mays Landing-Somers Point Rd., Mays Landing. 6251926. testaspub.com. Open Mon-Sat. to 4am; Sun. to 3am.

Ventura’s Offshore Cafe 2015 Shore Road, Northfield. 641-5158. venturascafe.com. Daily dinner specials. Weekly drink specials.

116 West First Ave, Wildwood, 729-1133. Bar open until 2am, dinner until 11pm. Nightly drink specials.

2301 Rt. 50, Mays Landing. 625-9600. Open Wed.-Mon. 11am-11pm. Happy hour weekdays 4-7pm $1 off appetizers, reduced drink prices. Mon. Mexican night.

Ram’s Head Inn

9 W. White Horse Pike. Galloway.652-1700. ramsheadinn.com. Restaurant and bar. Pianist in the tavern Fri. & Sat. nights.

Rifici’s

308 White Horse Pike, Absecon. 272-2000. Restaurant and bar. Entertainment Wed., Fri. & Sat. nights.

Sam’s Bar and Grill

Mac’s

Tap Room Bar & Grille

PJ’s 50 Pub & Grille

La Hacienda

6605 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 645-7655, libraryiii.com. Tues. 2-for-1 appetizers at the bar and lounge. Tues. & Thurs. Patty Blee; Sun. & Wed. Don Ellsworth; Fri. Acoustic Fish; Sat. Sharon Sable. All performances 7-11pm.

337 White Horse Pike, Egg Harbor City. 804-9000. Neighborhood sports bar w/ 12 beers on tap. Pool and darts.

CAPE MAY COUNTY:

Riverside Inn

Library III

Tailgaters Galloway Grille

1000 Black Horse Pike, Pleasantville. 484-1000. pistolpetessaloon.com. Happy hour 4-7 pm. Entertainment nightly. Lunch, dinner and drink specials daily.

Corner of Ocean Heights. Ave. & Zion Rd., EHT. 927-6363. julianospub.com. Tues., Thurs. 4-7pm, happy hour with 2-for1 appetizers and half-priced drinks. 265 S. New York Rd., Galloway. 652-6050. Live music every Fri. & Sat. night, 7:30-11:30pm.

& Sat. Lenny Mitchell on piano.

5397 Mays Landing-Somers Point Rd. Mays Landing. 6259710. Open 11am-4am daily. Happy hour daily from 4-7pm. Live music Sat. 18 S. Main St., Pleasantville. 646-5128. samsbarandgrill. com. Happy hour Tue.-Fri. 46:30pm. Thurs., Fri. and Sat. DJ. Every Sun., WTTH’s Raymond “Trouble Man” Tyler spinning live from 8-11pm.

Sherlock’s Books & Café

Smithville Town Center, 45 S. New York Rd., Galloway. 6525505. myspace.com/sherlocksbooksandcafe.com. Acoustic music Fri. & Sat. 7-9pm.

Simply Fondue

Hamilton Commons, 4215 Black Horse Pike (near Regal Cinemas), 677-1600. simplyfonduemayslanding.com. Over 75 martinis and 100 wines.

Smithville Inn

Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Rd., Smithville. 652-7777. smithvilleinn.com. Fri.

Ocean City to Wildwood Anglesea Pub

Deauville Inn

201 Willard Road, Strathmere, 263-2080. deauvilleinn.com. Waterfront bar, dining and entertainment.

Jack’s Place

3601 Ocean Drive, Avalon, 967-5001. jacksplaceavalon. com. Live music on weekends.

Kix McNutley’s Bar

63rd and Landis Ave., Sea Isle City, 263-6341. kixmcnutleys. com. Fri: karaoke.

La Costa Lounge

4000 Landis Ave., Sea Isle, 263-3756. lacosta-seaisle.com. Drink specials nightly. Live music on weekends.

Ocean Drive

40th Street and Landis Ave., Sea Isle City. 263-1000. theod. com. Live music on weekends.

O’Donnell’s Pour House

3807 Landis Ave., Sea Isle City. 263-5600. Sea Isle’s only authentic Irish pub. Live music on weekends.

Princeton Bar

2008 Dune Dr., Avalon. 9673457. princetonbar.com. DJ entertainment every Fri. & Sat.

Windrift

The Windrift Resort Hotel, 80th St. and the beach, Avalon. 7804289. windrifthotel.com. Newly renovated with five bars, 26 HDTVs, and live music.

Yesterday’s

316 Roosevelt Blvd. Marmora. 390-1757. yesterdaysbar.com. Open 11am-midnight daily. Live music Fri. and Sat. from

9pm. n

A C W E E K LY. C O M / S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

A & E: SHOWS ®

AC Weekly Headliners and shows through Sept. 30

Listings compiled by Lori Hoffman lhoffman@acweekly.com / 646-4848, ext. 20

Bally’s Casino Hotel Tickets: Ticketmaster, 1-800-736-1420, Bally’s show and reservations desk or the Claridge Tower box office

Boxing: Teon Kennedy vs. Lante Addy Sept. 19, Main Ballroom Undefeated (13-0, 5 KOs) Philly-born super-bantamweight Teon “The Technician” Kennedy takes on Lante Addy in a boxing card at Bally’s presented by Peltz Boxing Promotions. The event will also include a tribute to the late Arturo Gatti. The card tales place Saturday, Sept. 19, 7pm. Tickets are $50 and $75, and can be purchased by calling Main Events (973-200-7050), Peltz Boxing Promotions (215-765-0922) or via Ticketmaster. Kennedy was the 2004 National Golden Gloves flyweight champion and is a two-time Pennsylvania Golden Gloves champion. His opponent in the 10round super bantamweight fight is Lante Addy from Ghana. Other bouts include Atlantic City’s Alfred Kinsey vs. Garrett Wilson of Philly in light-heavyweights action, and Josh Mercado of Cape May vs. Joel Nieves of Allentown, Pa. in a welterweight battle.

Pointer Sisters

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

Sept. 26, Main Ballroom The Pointer Sisters bring their great vocalizing to Bally’s on Saturday, Sept. 26, 9pm. Tickets are $35, $55 and $75. Born in Oakland, Calif., Ruth, Anita, June and Bonnie Pointer began their career as jazz vocalists. Dressed in thrift-story finery with neon feather bows they were acclaimed as the “black Andrews Sisters.” Bonnie left to have a solo career, while Ruth, Anita and June shifted their focus to more mainstream pop and became one of the most popular vocal groups of the 1980s. Their numerous hits include “Yes We Can Can,” “I’m So Excited and “Jump (For My Love).” The current lineup is Ruth, Anita and Ruth’s daughter, Assa.

Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa

Ang Lee movie Taking Woodstock, brings debut from an American Idol winner since his stand-up side to the Borgata on 2006. The first single, “Light On,” domiSaturday, Sept. 12, 9pm. Tickets are $45. nated the AOL Top 40 radio chart with eight weeks at No. 1.

Michael McDonald & Boz Scaggs

Sept. 18, Music Box Two of the most distinctive and popular vocalists over the past 30 years will be at the Music Box on Friday, Sept. 18, 9pm. Tickets are $75 and $95. “You just try to pick the songs that are most meaningful to you,” says five time Grammy-winner Michael McDonald about the inspiration for his new album, Soul Speak. “These songs span my life — they’re the ones where I can remember where I was when I first heard them, the ones that made me interested in becoming a recording artist, the songs I’d always imagined myself singing.” Multi-dimensional singer, Boz Scaggs, whose 1976 album Silk Degrees was one of the landmark pop titles of the decade, began working on his latest release, Speak Low, several years prior to its 2008 release. “I had a few distinct elements I wanted to hear with my voice,” Scaggs recalls. The singer adds that the airy, inviting feeling of the new album is partly due to the atmosphere of the studio. The album was recorded at Skywalker Sound, a state-of-the-art studio that’s part of filmmaker George Lucas’ Skywalker Ranch complex.

Loggins & Messina

Sept. 19, Music Box One of the most successful duos of the early 1970s will be at the Music Box on Friday, Sept. 19, 9pm. Tickets are $60 and $70. Kenny Loggins and Jimmy Messina are a duo whose most enduring songs were so well crafted that they have never really gone away. “This is less about a musical reunion and more about reuniting a relationship that’s become more of a friendship than ever before,” says Messina, “It’s funny how our separate journeys have Tickets: Ticketmaster, 1-800-736-1420, or the somehow brought us back around, into Hilton box office each other’s lives again,” Loggins adds.

Hilton

Sawyer Brown

Bay-Atlantic Symphony Sept. 24, Music Box The reknown locally-based orchestra, the Bay-Atlantic Symphony, under the baton of music director Jed Gaylin, launches its new 2009-2010 season with “Swinging with The Symphony: A Salute To Benny Goodman,” on Thursday, Sept. 24, 8pm. Tickets are $35, $50 and $60. The Symphony will be joined by special guest clarinetist Dave Bennett, as well as Dick Hyman and Bucky Pizzarella.

David Cook

Sept. 26, Event Center Last year’s American Idol winner, David Cook, will be at the Event Center on Saturday, Sept. 26, Demetri Martin 8pm. Tickets are $50. Cook entered the Sept. 12, Music Box Demetri Martin, star Billboard charts at No. 3 with David Cook, of the Comedy Central series Important which also debuted as the No. 1 album Things With Demetri Martin and the new on the digital album chart and is the best

Tickets: www.ComcastTIX.com, 1-800-298-4200, or at the Borgata box office

Blues on Friday, Sept. 11, at 9pm. Tickets range from $20-$47. Trower first came to prominence as a member of Procol Harum during the 1960s. His most acclaimed solo release is Bridge of Sighs (1974), proRick Springfield duced by his former Procol Harum bandSept. 25, Music Box Best known for mate, organist Matthew Fisher. his mainstream power pop of the 1980’s and his role as the young, eligible Dr. ZZ Top Noah Drake on the hit daytime show Sept. 19, Music Hall ZZ Top, the General Hospital, Rick Springfield will be bearded duo of Billy Gibbons and Dusty at the Music Box on Friday, Sept. 25, Hill, along with drummer (and the 9pm. Tickets are $50. In 1982 Springfield ironically named) Frank Beard, bring won a Grammy for Best Male Rock their current tour to the House of Blues Vocal Performance for “Jessie’s Girl” off on Saturday, Sept. 19, 9pm. Tickets are the album Working Class Dog, which $45, $50 and $60. Originally scheduled to tour with achieved multi-platinum success. As an actor, Springfield had several guest roles Aerosmith, Gibbons says, “As musicians, in TV series such as The Incredible Hulk, we sometimes have to improvise and that’s exactly what this tour is about. The Rockford Files, and The Young and the We’re going to get out there as quickly Restless, before his defining role in General as possible and to play for people who Hospital (1981-1983). In December of want to come to a ‘down ‘n’ dirty’ rock 2005, Springfield returned to General and roll show — no frills and no holds Hospital to play Dr. Noah Drake after a bared.” ZZ Top’s latest album was last 23-year hiatus and continues to act as a year’s Live From Texas. Since the trio’s recurring character. 1970 debut album, it has scored countless Billboard hits, including several from Borgata Comedy Club 1983’s Eliminator, including “Legs,” Music Box The Borgata Comedy Club “Sharp Dressed Man,” “Gimme All Your offers fun-filled evenings featuring a trio Lovin’” and “Cheap Sunglasses.” of comedians nightly (except during headliner engagements). Showtimes are Alice Cooper 9pm and the tickets are $20. (Visit thebor- Sept. 25, Music Hall Alice Cooper gata.com). Appearing to Sept. 13 are Rob headlines at the HOB on Friday, Sept. 25, Falcone, Ross Bennett and Mike Saccone. at 9pm. Tickets are $45, $50 and $55. The On tap Sept. 14-20 are Keith Purnell, Paul audacious, precedent-shattering, inspiBond and John Pizzi. Performing Sept. rational, taboo-defiling hoodlum flam21-22 and Sept. 27 are Eric Lyden, John boyance of Alice Cooper did more than Rizzo and Joey Star and on tap Sept. 30 forever alter the face of rock ‘n’ roll as we and Oct. 1 are Pete Michaels, Kevin Flynn now know it. He virtually invented rock and Alan Havey. as theater, created new fashion trends, sparked a new sexual revolution, established higher standards for teenage decadence, and found time on top of all this to write and record a library of classic rock ‘n’ roll albums. Atlantic City

Sept. 12, Grand Theater The country vocal group Sawyer Brown brings its harmonizing and honkeytonk to the Hilton on Saturday, Sept. 12, at 8pm. Tickets are $25. The band’s numerous hits include “Some Girls Do,” “Thank God for You,” “This Time” and “I Don’t Believe in Goodbye.” (See interview, p. 10)

House of Blues/ Showboat Atlantic City Tickets: Ticketmaster, 1-800-736-1420 or 236BLUE

Robin Trower

Tropicana Casino and Resort Tickets: Ticketmaster, 1-800-736-1420, or Tropicana box office, 1-800-526-2935

Lou Neglia’s Ring of Combat 26

Sept. 11, Tropicana Showroom Lou Neglia’s long-running ROC returns to the Trop on Friday, Sept. 11. Doors open 8pm, with the first bout 8:30pm. Tickets range from $50-$150. For the ROC Heavyweight Championship, Ricardo Romero from Advanced Martial Arts (8-1) will compete against the heavy handed Bret Kohan(40) from RABJJ.

‘Yesterday’ — A Tribute to the Beatles

Liverpool Club Theater (North Tower) Sept. 11, House of Blues Rock guitarist The Las Vegas show band Yesterday – A Robin Trower headlines at the House of Tribute to the Beatles performs “The

British Are Coming!” in the Liverpool Club Theater setting depicting the Cavern Club venue in Liverpool, home of the Beatles’ first performances. The show is presented Wed.–Sun., 8:30pm. Some dates vary; visit www.tropicana.net for a complete show schedule. Tickets are $25, $5 off for Diamond Club members. (See video at acweekly.com/video)

New Jersey Amateur Fight League, presents an event at the Grand Cayman at Trump Marina on Friday, Sept. 18. The first match begins at 9pm and tickets are $50, $75 and $100. Asylum promoter Carl Mascarenhas is excited about the venue. “Partnering with the Trump Marina cements the Asylum Fight League’s reputation as the No. 1 amateur MMA organization on the East Kool & The Gang Coast.” Headlining the card is Julio Sept. 25-26, Tropicana Showroom Kool Arce vs. RJ Starace in a super light& The Gang will head a “Celebration” at weight AFL title fight. The co-feature is the Trop on Friday, Sept. 25 and Saturday, Patrick Enright vs. Anton Berzin for the Sept. 26. Tickets are $25, $35, and $45. AFL cruiserweight title. Kool & The Gang found a special sound at the intersection of jazz, R&R, funk and pop. Their music has been created by the same core of players for over thirty years: Robert “Kool” Bell, his brother Khalis Bayyan, their longtime friends Dennis Hotel & Casino “DT” Thomas and George “Funky” Tickets: Ticketmaster, 1-800-736-1420; or Trump Brown, and past members Robert “Spike” Plaza or Boardwalk Hall box office Mickens, the late Charles Smith, Ricky West, and Woody Sparrow. The band’s hit Craig Robinson songs include “Celebration,” “Cherish,” Sept. 26, Theatre at Trump Plaza “Jungle Boogie,” “Summer Madness” and Craig Robinson will be performing at Trump Plaza on Saturday, Sept. 26, as “Open Sesame.” part of the Trump Comedy Series. The Comedy Stop Café & Cabaret showtime is at 9pm and tickets are $25. The Comedy Stop is a 300-seat venue in Robinson is best known for his roles in The Quarter at Tropicana. Showtimes are Pineapple Express and in the TV series Thursday, Sept. 10, 10pm and Sunday, The Office as Darryl Philbin. As the foreSept. 13, 10pm ($23); Fri. 9 & 11:15pm man of the Dunder Mifflin warehouse, ($26); Sat. 9 & 11:15pm ($26). Starting Robinson plays the foil to Steve Carell’s Monday. Sept. 14, the shows Sun.-Thurs. are at 9pm.Scheduled to Sept. 13 are clueless boob of a middle manager. Mitchell Walters, Joe Delion and Greg Since making his name with The Office, Vaccarello. Appearing Sept. 14-20 are Robinson has branched out into feature Paul Lyons, Chris Coccia and John Roy. films, establishing himself as a popular Kozak the Magician appears daily, ($23), member of Judd Apatow’s repertory with a dinner show package for $30. company. His other film roles include Showtimes are Sun.-Thurs., 7pm; Fri. and Walk Hard, Knocked Up and Zack And Sat., 6pm (dinner seating one hour prior). Miri Make A Porno. Those under 18 must be accompanied by an adult.

Trump Plaza

Hotel Casino

Tickets: Ticketmaster, 1-800-736-1420, or the Trump Marina box office. For more info, call 1800-777-8477

IFBB Pro Bodybuilding Competition Sept. 11-12, Grand Cayman The Annual IFBB Atlantic City Pro Bodybuilding Competition takes place Friday and Saturday, Sept, 11-12. The competition times are Friday 5pm; Sat. 10am, 1pm and 6pm. Tickets range from $20-$100. The competition features men and women in bodybuilding and fitness categories with preliminaries Friday, semi-finals and finals on Saturday. (See feature, p. 42)

Asylum Fight League MMA

Tickets: Ticketmaster, 1-800-736-1420; or the Taj box office. For more info, call 449-5150

Tiziano Ferro Sept. 26, Mark G. Etess Arena Singer Tiziano Ferro headlines in the Mark G. Etess Arena on Saturday, Sept. 26, 9pm. Tickets are $75, $85 and $95. Italian pop singer/songwriter Ferro became involved in music while attending a local conservatory, taking guitar and piano classes in addition to improving his vocal skills. In 1998, he began working along with producers Alberto Salerno and Mara Majonchi, composing his first songs. Three years later, EMI Italy released his debut album, called Rosso Relativo, featuring the hit single “Xdono.” His latest CD, Alla mia età, was released in 42 different countries in 4 versions, Italian, International, Spanish and Latin American. n

a Hilarious Spoof of Motivational Speakers in an Evening of Music, Comedy, Personal Growth and Partial Nudity

OCTOBER 17 For show tickets, call Ticketmaster at 1-800-745-3000 or visit www.ticketmaster.com Go mobile with us! Receive exciting offers and information about upcoming entertainment at Harrah’s Resort!

Text SHOW to 427724 to join. EVERYONE PLAYS A PART.

www.HarrahsResort.com

Shows subject to change or cancellation. Must be 21 or older to gamble, enter and remain in a New Jersey casino or participate in any Harrah’s Resort promotion. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. ©2009, Harrah’s License Company, LLC.

23 3 2

Sept. 18, Grand Cayman Asylum Fight League Mixed Martial Arts, a

Casino Resort

STARS AS DONNY CLAY,

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H

Trump Marina

Trump Taj Mahal

JASON ALEXANDER

A &E

Casino Capsule Entertainment for week of Sept. 10-16 Call 1-800-736-1420 or visit Ticketmaster.com for all casino show tickets (except Borgata, see below).

BALLY’S 340-2709

Ring of Combat 26 Tropicana Showroom: 8pm

FRI. SEPT. 11-SAT. SEPT. 12

BORGATA 1-866-MY-BORGATA, Tickets: 1-800-298-4200

IFBB Pro Body Building Trump Marina Grand Cayman: Fri. 5pm; Sat. 10am, 1 & 6pm

CAESARS 1-800-677-SHOW

SAT. SEPT. 12

HILTON 347-7111 RESORTS 1-888-771-1786 SHOWBOAT/ HOUSE OF BLUES 1-800-621-0200 TROPICANA 340-4020 TRUMP MARINA 1-800-777-1177 TRUMP PLAZA 1-800-677-7378 TRUMP TAJ MAHAL 1-800-825-8888

SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 8 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K Lee Y .kClOy .MC O M

FRI. SEPT. 11

BOARDWALK HALL 348-7000

HARRAH’S RESORT 441-5165

HEADLINERS

Demetri Martin Borgata Music Box: 9pm Sawyer Brown Hilton Grand Theater: 8pm Robin Trower House of Blues Music Hall: 9pm

COMEDY, MUSICALS, REVUES Borgata Comedy Club: Thurs., Fri., Sun., 9pm: Rob Falcone, Ross Bennett, Mike Saccone; Mon.-Wed. 9pm: Keith Purnell, Paul Bond, John Pizzi Comedy Stop: Trop Quarter: Thurs. 10pm; Fri., Sat. 9

& 11:15pm, Sun. 10pm: Mitchell Walters, Joe Delion, Greg Vaccarello; Mon.Wed. 9pm: Paul Lyons, Chris Coccia, John Roy. Kozak the Magician performs Sun.Thurs. 7pm; Fri., Sat. 6pm Yesterday—A Tribute to the Beatles: Tropicana’s Cabaret Theater: Wed.–Sun. 8:30pm

BEACH BARS >BALLY’S BIKINI BEACH BAR

Fashion Show Fri. 4pm DJ Doucas Fri. 6 & 11pm Cheers the Band Fri. 7pm Playboy Party Sat. 8-10pm DJ K Sat. 1-5pm DJs FX, Filter Sat. 5pm-2am Joe Bonanno & The God Sons of Soul Sat. 5pm Wired 96.5 Sat. 11pm DJs Danski, Jimmy J, Jackie Blaze Sun. noon-2am

>TRUMP PLAZA BEACH BAR

DJ ESQ Fri. 4pm Famous By Monday Fri. 8pm

DJ Vito G Fri. 9pm Sub G Sat. 2pm DJ Maria C. Sat. 4pm TBA Sat. 8pm DJ J-Red. Sat. 9pm DJ Johnny B Sun. 4pm

CASINO LOUNGES

>>BALLY’S >BLUE MARTINI

Classic Rock Tribute Night w/DJ Doucas Thurs. 8pm DJ Danski Fri. 10pm; Sat. 7pm Latin DJ, Blue Martini Dancers Sat. 11pm-4am DJ Doucas Mon. 8pm Karaoke w/Lori Kelly Tues. 8pm DJ K ’80s Night Wed. 8pm

>THE RIDGE

MC Laura, DJ Rick Fri. 10pm MC Gary C, DJ Teddy Sat. 9pm

>LOBBY BAR

Doug Jennings Sat. 8pm

>SPORTS BAR

DJ Andrew Fri. 8pm NFL celebrity Sean Landeta

Sat. 7-10pm Mile High Club Sat. 10pm

>>BORGATA >GYPSY BAR

Brian Borknick Band Thurs. 10pm Dead Poets Fri. 7pm Rockets Fri. 11pm Foster Child Sat. 7pm Steamroller Picnic Sat. 11pm Lucky You Sun. 8:30pm Monday Night Football Mon. 9pm Temporary Grace Tues. 9pm Sub G Wed. 9pm

>MIXX

DJs Fri.-Sat.

>MUR.MUR

DJs Fri., Sat., Mon. mur.mur Monday

>>CAESARS >DUSK

DJ Royale Fri. DJ Sat.-One Sat., Tues. Morse Code Fri., Sat.

Jesse Marco Tues.

>FORUM LOUNGE Bobby Kit & Greg Sat. 7:30pm

>>HARRAH’S RESORT >EDEN LOUNGE VH1 Classics daily 4pm Jeremiah Hunter Thurs. 8pm DJs Fri., Sat. 7pm Sub G Fri., Sat. 8pm Mile High Club Fri. mid.3am Monkey Bus Sat. mid.-3am The X-Clusive Sun. 8pm Big Al’s Karaoke Dance Party Mon. 8pm Dane Anthony Tues. 8pm Technical V Wed. 8pm

>THE POOL DJ Gabor Fri. 10pm DJ SL Sat. 10pm SIN Night w/DJ Eddie Wed. 10pm

>XHIBITION BAR DJ Sat. 9pm

>>RESORTS >BOOGIE NIGHTS Retro Dance Party Fri., Sat. 9pm

>>SHOWBOAT/ HOUSE OF BLUES >CLUB WORSHIP Reggae Live w/The ITernals Thurs. 9pm Carnival Nights w/DJ Christian Camejo Fri. 9pm

>FOUNDATION ROOM DJ Too Tall Fri. 9pm DJ Redline Sat. 9pm

>HOB LOUNGE Danny Eyer Band Fri. 9pm Lipbone Redding Sat. 9pm

>>TROPICANA >CUBA LIBRE DJ, Latin Dance Floor Show Fri., Sat.

>MISSILE BAR DJs Fri., Sat.

>PROVIDENCE

DJ Kaos Thurs. DJs Fatfingas, June Fri. DJs Redline, L Sat.

>TANGO’S

Melissa Marshall Thurs. 6pm; Sat. 3pm Andrew & Sarah Thurs. 10pm; Fri., Sat. 7pm; Sun. 6pm-1:40am; Wed. 7:30pm Beth Tinnon Fri. 11pm; Mon. 7:30pm Pop Radio Sat. 11pm Rayna Sun. 2pm Cindy & Johnny Tues. 7:30pm

>32° LUXE LOUNGE DJ Fri. & Sat.

>>TRUMP MARINA >THE DECK

Animal House Thurs. 7pm Seven Stone Fri. 7pm Tommy Bahama Party Sat. 3-7pm

>THE WAVE

DJ/VJ Jim Stritch Fri.–Sat. 9pm

>>TRUMP PLAZA >JEZEBEL’S Dane Anthony Fri.-Sat. 9pm NFL Football Sun. 1pm

>LIQUID BAR BKG Fri. 9pm Teddi Fusco Sat. 9pm

>>TRUMP TAJ MAHAL >CASBAH DJ Fri. 10:30pm DJ Jordan Williams, DJ Paulie Day Sat. 10:30pm

>EGO NFL Football, SIN Night Thurs. DJ Hot Lin Fri.-Sat. 9pmclosing NFL Football Sun. ESPN Mike Gill Radio Show Mon. 3-7pm Monday Night Football 8pm n

New signups only. Room offer will be mailed and $500 in offers will be received at time of signup. Management reserves the right to change or cancel this promotion at any time without notice. Must be 21 or older to gamble, enter and remain in a New Jersey casino or participate in any Harrah’s Entertainment promotion. Know When To Stop Before You Start.® Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLER. ©2009, Harrah’s License Company, LLC.

AACCW P TNEM WeEeEkKlLyY. .cCoOm M // SME O T H B E0 R0 , 1 20 0, 0280 0 92 5 2 5

See Total Rewards® Center for complete details.

WHERE FUN HAS NO LIMITS . T H e

a l l

wIne BAR @ toP oF the tRoP

KOOl & THe GanG

WHy dO i WanT TO Be in?

September 25 & 26

| Receive text Messaging Specials lOu neGlia’S RinG OF COmBaT XXvi September 11

| Receive Special e-Mail offers AtLAntIC CItY’S PReMIeR wIne BAR FeAtuRInG A SPeCtACuLAR VIew oF AtLAntIC CItY’S SkYLIne

FOOTlOOSe October 3 – november 4

now oPen SundAY – FRIdAY

| earn the Comps You want Based on Play WHOOPi GOldBeRG W

ACWEEKLY.COM

October 10

FIne wIne And ChAMPAGne deLICIouS APPetIzeRS FRoM A SMALL PLAte Menu LIVe enteRtAInMent

Visit the Promotions Booth or www.tropicana.net/in for more details.

hot nIGhtS. CooL SAVInGS. room rates starting at $79!*

Show tickets can be purchased at ticketmaster.com, by calling 1-800-745-3000 or at the Tropicana Box Office. Receive exciting offers and upcoming show information by texting TROP ROCKS to 609.705.TROP.

Get in the game every Monday night. enjoy drink specials, half-time buffet and meet the pros! Sean Landeta, Blair thomas, Barrett Brooks and Fred Barnett. Plus, Win yOuR SHaRe OF $ 400,000 just by picking the winning teams!

Must be 21.

Certain restrictions apply. tropicana has the right to cancel or modify at any time.

“HOOK ‘em & HOld ‘em” FOundaTiOn POKeR TOuRnamenT WedneSday, SePTemBeR 23 hang out with drivers Martin truex Jr., Ryan newman and Greg Biffle. For more information call 704-664-1113. *30 minutes of play required to participate. Prices subject to change. Rates are based on availability and do not include 14% tax and $10 occupancy fee. **Certain restrictions apply. Must be 21 or older. Gambling Problem? Call 1-800-GAMBLeR.

Brighton and the Boardwalk, atlantic city, nJ 08401 | 1-800-the-troP | www.troPicana.net

www.facebook.com/tropicana.ac www.twitter.com/tropicanaac

RumBa mOndayS

2009

CheCk uS out on

Play in this exciting tournament and you could walk away with your share of $5,000!*

10,

Show schedules subject to change.

eveRy FRiday niGHT

the Martin truex Jr. Foundation hosts Inaugural

OPen daily in The Quarter

2009

And MuCh MoRe!

5,000 BlaCKjaCK TOuRnamenT

SEPTEMBER

10,

| Get the Scoop on Celebrity Appearances & dJ Schedules

Grand prize drawing for a brand new car on September 13, 2009. You could drive away a winner! Visit the promotions booth for complete details.

SEPTEMBER

| Gain VIP Admission to the hottest night Spots in town

We’Re GivinG aWay a CHallenGeR, CamaRO & muSTanG.

ACWEEKLY.COM

n e W

FOOD & DRINK

Fornelletto

Borgata’s Little Oven

Fornelletto mixes trattoria-style fare with formal dining and a New York City influence

Address: The Borgata, A.C. Phone: 1-866-MYBORGATA Hours: Call for hours and reservations Details: Liquor license; major credit cards accepted

By Frank Gabriel

N A CASINO COMPLEX WHOSE appellation derives from the Italian word for “village,” Fornelletto restaurant now plays the indispensable role of the house’s standard-bearer for that revered cuisine. Dining over Labor Day weekend, we took note of many small, but significant changes made since conversion from its original occupant, Chef Lucas Palladino’s Specchio/Ombra. First and foremost, there is a definitive New York City influence, both in menu and personality. Which only makes sense, since Fornelletto’s creator and executive chef, Stephen Kalt, is a native of our neighbor to the north. The atmosphere is livelier, even boisterous at times. Kalt’s menu, broader than at Specchio, offers casual, trattoria-style fare and fine, formal options. A simple appetizer began the evening’s gastronomic proceedings: Castelvetrano olives, tossed with diced pecorino toscano cheese and toasted almonds. The olives were an incredible bright green hue and possessed a surprising, sweet essence. Paired with the soft sheep’s milk cheese and crunchy nuts, we were eager to assist our companion in finishing her bowlful. My trio of stuffed zucchini flowers were artful, delicate and wispy. Piped with a minted mix of goat cheese and avocado

The latest in Borgata dining

they had been barely coated in batter, and then fried with great care not to damage the vegetative shells. The result was a golden, heavenly, just-so exterior, yielding to a warm, luscious center. Since Fornelletto translates as “little oven” in the language of romance, we absolutely wanted to sample one of the kitchen’s dozen or so stylish pizzas. Settling after much negotiation on a Sicilian version, we were pleased at the pause in service between courses. This served to indicate the pie hadn’t been “fired” until

our app plates had been returned, fully empty, we might add, to the kitchen. The pizza’s soft, pliable crust had been allowed to bubble and mildly darken in spots. Topped with roasted peppers and pungent fennel sausage, the six-slice pie could have easily functioned as an ideal lunch or light dinner on its own. The very finest item on this night was my tagliarini, a thinner version of linguine. The turban of clearly fresh-made pasta was tossed with jumbo lump crab, sea urchin butter, sea asparagus and oven

dried tomatoes. This tasty confluence brought a delightful aroma and heady oceanic flavor, courtesy of the exotic sea urchin’s influence. It also cleverly portrayed the colors of the Italian flag: white pasta, green from the aquatic asparagus and a chunky, red tomato sauce. From the fish portion of the bill of fare, our other selection was a basil-crusted sword. Cut into a filet, the faultless piece of rectangular white fish took on the appearance of a classic scaloppini. Coated with a regal, verdant crust, the lovely late-summer taste paired elegantly with the plate’s colorful garnishes, a blend of artichokes, peas, fava beans and diced asparagus. Seeing a favorite ingredient, nutella, was all the convincing we needed to try the dark chocolate budino for dessert. Recreated authentically as an airy mousse of chocolate and hazelnut, it had been formed into a disc, structured atop a layer of textural butter crunch. Presented on a sexy tearshaped plate, a similar shape formed by a spoon of ivory-white mascarpone cream finished the sweet composition. Closing out our evening, a Sicilian ice cream sandwich brought a pretty brioche bun filled with excellent house-made vanilla gelato and drizzled with thousand flowers honey. n E-mail Frank Gabriel at fgabriel@acweekly.com

SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 9 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K Lee Y .kClOy .MC O M

see more online @

acweekly.com

FOOD & DRINK

Area Dining

Dining listings info & updates: editorial@acweekly.com

ATLANTIC CITY For casino restaurants and independent establishments located within casino properties, including restaurants located inside The Quarter at the Tropicana and at The Pier Shops at Caesars, see Casino Dining listings at the end of this section. For more listings, visit acweekly.com.

Amici Brick Oven Pizzeria & Italian Grill

2010 Baltic Ave. (at The Walk). 345-8700. Large variety of pastas, brick-oven pizzas, hot sandwiches, paninis, calzones, strombolis, salads and desserts.

Angeloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fairmount Tavern

2300 Fairmount Ave. 344-2439. angelosfairmounttavern.com. An A.C. institution, Angeloâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Italian fare has flourished for three generations.

5am-2pm & Fri.-Sun. 5am9pm. Diner-style varied menu, complete with breakfast favorites and hearty lunch options. Sample homemade soups, salads, omelettes, cold cereal, and hot subs. Kids menu available.

two Stephen Starr restaurants.

Chelsea Pub

8 S. Morris Ave. 345-4916. Popular local hangout is open 24 hours, seven days. Mon.-Fri. Happy hour 11:30am-1pm, 4-6pm.

Little Saigon

Dockâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Oyster House

2801 Arctic Ave. 347-9119. Authentic Vietnamese and vegetarian cuisine.

2405 Atlantic Ave. 3450092. docksoysterhouse.com. Offering fine steaks and seafood, classic seafood soups, bar and raw bar.

Longhorn Steak House

2108 Atlantic Ave. 344-2050. Serving lunch and dinner. 11:30am-10pm weekdays, till 11pm weekends.

Ducktown Tavern

2400 Atlantic Ave. 449-1212. ducktowntavernac.com. Open 24/7. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night dining.

Los Amigos

1926 Atlantic Ave. 344-2293. losamigosrest.com/AC. Mexican food, fresh seafood and prime steaks.

El Charro! 2430 Fairmount Ave. Authentic Mexican restaurant.

Meganâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Good Grub & Pub

Girasole Ristorante

Angeloniâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s II Restaurant

3108 Pacific Ave. 345-5554. girasoleac.com. Serving Mediterranean Italian cuisine daily.

Atlantic City Bar & Grill

3124 Atlantic Ave. 347-8810. Serving exceptional Mandarin, Szechwan and Cantonese food.

2400 Arctic Ave. 344-7875. angelonis.com. Fine Italian cuisine and impressive wine selection. 1219 Pacific Ave. (Corner of S.Carolina & Pacific). 348-8080. atlanticcitybar.com. Lobster, homemade pizza, BBQ baby back ribs and more.

CafĂŠ 2825

2825 Atlantic Ave (at Brighton Ave.). 344-6913. cafe2825. com. Regional Italian fare with full bar.

Cavo Crepe CafĂŠ

122 N. Michigan Ave. (at The Walk). 340-1300.

Chelsea Prime

Irish Pub

St. James Pl. at the Boardwalk. 344-9063. theirishpub.com. Open 24 hours with full menu served anytime. Daily lunch and dinner specials.

Knife & Fork

3600 Atlantic Ave. Corner of Atlantic and Pacific aves. knifeandforkinn.com. 344-1133. Historic landmark restaurant with the finest seafood and steaks prepared on a woodfired grill.

Latitude 39Â°

804 N Rhode Island Ave. 3483999. Atlantic City waterfront dining. Open Mon.-Thurs.

Melaka Restaurant

28 S. Tennessee Ave. 344-8928. Malaysian and Chinese cuisine.

The Melting Pot

2112 Atlantic Ave., 441-1100. meltingpotcom. Fondue restaurant offers unique and interactive dining experience.

Mexico Restaurant

3810 Ventnor Ave. 344-0366. mexicorestaurant.com. Cocktail lounge serving authentic Mexican food & beer.

(Continued on next page)

:Vgan 7^gY BZcj

6kV^aVWaZ 9V^an *eb"+/(%eb VcY HVijgYVn *eb"+eb

8]d^XZ d[ * ZcigÂ&#x201A;Zh eg^XZY [gdb &'#*%

DjiYddg 9ZX` 9^c^c\ Cdl 6kV^aVWaZ Ă&#x2020;I]^h LZZ`h 8]Z[ HeZX^VahĂ&#x2021; &)do# 7dcZaZhh G^WZnZ Â&#x2122; &'do# KZVa 8]de ?jbWd HXVaadeh

!LL .EW (APPY (OUR AT THE BAR *", eb LZY#! I]jgh# ;g^#

DeZc * C^\]ih V LZZ` 8adhZY BdcYVn IjZhYVn

HZgk^c\ Y^ccZg [gdb *"&%eb

&,%% L# G^kZgh^YZ 9g^kZ! 6iaVci^X 8^in Â&#x2122; (),"&,.( * b^cjiZh [gdb Vcn XVh^cd

29 9 2

&$' Eg^XZ 6eeZi^oZgh HeZX^Va 9g^c` BZcj

H`na^cZ K^Zlh LViZg[gdci 9^c^c\

A C WAECE W K LE YE .KCLOY .MC O/ MS E/P TMEOMNB TE H R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9

111 S. Chelsea Ave. , inside Chelsea hotel. thechelseaac.com. 348-2200. One of the newly opened Chelsea Hotelâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Imperial Inn

1743 Boardwalk at Indiana Ave. 289-8950. megansgoodgrubandpub.com. Daily: Sun.Thurs., 11:30am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; mid.; Fri.Sat., 11:30am-2am. Take-out available. A.C.â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s first American â&#x20AC;&#x153;gastropub.â&#x20AC;? A unique menu of classic American comfort food, executed with gourmet flair, served in a friendly and fun pub environment.

FOOD & DRINK (Continued from preceding page) New York Diner

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse 2020 Atlantic Ave. 344-5833. serioussteaks.com. Corn-fed USDA Prime Midwest beef, specialty chops, seafood, award-winning wine list.

3101 Pacific Ave., at Flamingo Motel. 345-8887. Full diner menu. New York-style deli sandwiches.

Old Waterway Inn

Teplitzky’s

1700 W. Riverside Dr. 3471793. Specializing in seafood and steak. Open for dinner Wed. through Sun. 5-10pm.

111 S. Chelsea Ave., inside Chelsea hotel. thechelseaac.com.1-800-548-3030. Stephen Starr’s diner-inspired venue also housing a hideaway cocktail lounge and coffee shop.

Pho Hoa Cali

3808 Ventnor Ave. 340-0063. Authentic Vietnamese noodle house.

Tun Tavern

Pic A Lilli Pub

Two Convention Way. 3477800. tuntavern.com. A.C.’s first steakhouse and brewery, now serving lunch, dinner and

229 S. Tennessee Ave. 3441113. Open 24/7. Full Menu. Serving lunch & dinner daily. Try their wings.

late night snacks. Microbrews.

Whiskey Grille

20 Pennsylvania Ave. 345-3290. Serving breakfast lunch and dinner.

White House Sub Shop 2308 Arctic Ave. 345-8599. A.C.’s legendary sub shop.

The Wonderbar

3701 Sunset Avenue (at the Albany Ave. bridge). 344-8888, wonderbarac.com. Lunch served from 11am and dinner served nightly in the Sunset Room from 5-10pm. The Tiki Bar is open seasonally.

BRIGANTINE Andre’s Italian Restaurant

1312 W. Brigantine Ave. 2661124. Serving pizza, subs, steaks, Italian dinners, grilled seafood, cappuccino and desserts.

Goochie Brothers

4208 Harbour Beach Blvd. 266-3100. Italian cuisine and pizzeria.

Laguna Grill Martini Bar

1400 Ocean Ave. 266-7731. lagunagrill.com. Fine cuisine, unique ambiance on the beach with beautiful view.

World’s Best

L’Aragosta Ristorante

eggplant

3400 Brigantine Blvd. 2662808. Northern and Southern Italian cuisine.

also

Veal Parm, Chicken Parm, Manicotti & Ravioli

for $

Monday - Thursday with this coupon

Cannot be combined with any other offers. Expires 9/16/09. ACW

Coupon

The Links Bar & Grille

Fedeli’s

SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 9 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K Lee Y .kClOy .MC O M

Cuisine in the Tradition of Calabria

9403 Ventnor Ave. Margate, NJ 609-822-1293

To Advertise Call (609) 646-4848 ext. 16

1075 North Shore Dr. 2661388. brigantinegolf.com. Beautiful views of golf course, casual ambiance.

Macedonian Grill

3015 Brigantine Blvd. at 31st

St. 264-8801. macedoniangrill.com. Specializing in Mediterranean and American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Yuki Hana

3628 Brigantine Blvd. 2667608. Japanese/Chinese restaurant with a full sushi bar.

DOWNBEACH Ventnor, Margate & Longport Barrels

9 S. Granville Ave., Margate. 823-4400. barrelsfoods.com. Italian food. Also in Linwood.

Billy Ho’s Imperial East

occasions. Pick up, eat in and delivery.

Downbeach Deli

8 S. Essex Ave., Margate. 8237310. Serving up a huge selection of breakfast, lunch and dinner.

Dune

9510 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 487-7450. Prix Fixe menu available. Reservations suggested. Local produce, poultry and fish. Organic options. Open Tues. through Sun.

Fedeli’s Italian Restaurant

9403 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-1293. Home of authentic home-cooked Italian cuisine and two-for-one specials.

7800 Ventnor Avenue, Margate. 487-8052. Open 7 days 11am10:30 pm. Modern Chinese cuisine. Daily lunch and dinner specials. “We deliver, even to the beach.” Free parking lot.

Gertrude’s

China Dumpling Seafood Resaurant

7310 Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 823-1466. (Cafe located at 7303 Ventnor Ave. 822-6000).

5200 Ventnor Avenue, Ventnor. 822-6888. Open 7 days for Lunch and Dinner specializing in Dim Sum and seafood. Open 11am -10pm, Fri. and Sat. till 11pm. Eat-in, take-out and delivery.

Cleo’s Fish Palace

7307 Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 822-5858. cleosfish.com. A large variety of prepared seafood and dinner platters. Catering available.

Dino’s Subs & Pizza

8016 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-6602 or 822-0670. Open seven days, 7-11:30am. Breakfast entrees, sandwiches and subs. Party trays for all

7309 Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 823-3003. gertrudesventnor. com. Dinner from 5pm seven days per week.

Hannah G’s

Johnny’s Café

Maynard’s Café

9306 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-8423. Lunch and dinner specials. Starlight Garden bar open daily.

Miyako

9210 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-4759. Authentic Japanese cuisine.

Euro Gourmet Cafe and The Gelato Factory

6525 Ventnor Ave., Ventnor. 487-6525. Italian ice and gelato made on premises. Also featuring breakfast, lunch & dinner specialties. Delivery.

Red Room Café

141 N. Dorset Ave., Ventnor. 822-1067. Gourmet pizzas, Italian specialties.

Shore Club Crabhouse, Bar & Grill

9407 Ventnor Ave., Margate. 822-1789. johnnyscafeventnor. com. Serving breakfast, lunch, dinner & dessert with reasonable prices.

303 Longport Blvd., Longport (in the Seaview Harbor Marina). 822-1002. shoreclubbar.com. Great views of Egg Harbor Bay. Lunch, dinner and bar. Open seven days for lunch and dinner.

La Fontana

Sofia

20 Douglas Ave., Margate. Gourmet Italian cuisine. Take out anytime.

Lamberti

9707 Amherst Ave., Margate. 487-6001. sunsetonthebay. com. Open seven days for lunch and dinner. Happy hour daily 3-7pm with half-price appetizers and reduced drink prices at the bar only.

9314 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-9111. sofiaofmargate.com. This bayside treasure transports you to the Mediterranean with stylish decor and authentic Greek/Mediterranean cuisine.

Sophie’s Margate Café

8017 Winchester Ave., Margate. 822-1610. Offers a wide selection of pancakes. Kids’ menu available.

Steve & Cookie’s by the Bay

9700 Amherst Ave., Margate. 823-1163. steveandcookies. com. Menu highlights fresh seafood and produce and prime cuts of meat.

Tomatoe’s

9300 Amherst Ave., Margate. 822-7535 or tomatoesmargate. com. Varied eclectic menu highlights seafood entrees.

Ventura’s Greenhouse

106 Benson Ave., Margate. 8220140. venturasgreenhouse.com. Lunch & dinner specials and late-night fare.

Yama Japanese Restaurant

5305 Atlantic Ave., Ventnor. 822-8105. Sushi and sashimi; over 100 special rolls, plus tempura and other cooked specials.

MAINLAND Antonino’s Jo Jo Ristorante

2405 New Rd., Northfield. 6467565. Traditional and contemporary Italian cuisine.

Athenian Garden

619 New York Rd. (Route 9), Galloway Twp. 748-1818. Authentic Greek cuisine.

Atlantic City Sub Shop

Heather Croft Sq., Northfield. 646-7799. atlanticcitysubshops. com. Eat-in, take-out, delivery and party trays.

A Touch of Italy

Black Horse Pike, Cardiff/EHT. 646-1855. touchofitaly.net. Serving veal, seafood, pasta, steaks and brick-oven pizzas. Banquet facilities.

Barrels

Rt. 9, Central Square, Linwood. 926-9900. barrelsfoods.com. Italian food in intimate setting. Also in Margate. Take out/ Delivery.

Berkshire Grill

Bombay Indian Restaurant

English Creek Shopping Ctr., Rt. 40 & English Creek Rd., EHT. 646-4445. Authentic Indian dining experience.

Bulldogs

743 White Horse Pike, Galloway. 965-4433. Neighborhood sports bar serving American dishes.

Cavallino Nero

4760 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing. 625-0144. Lunch, dinner and late-night. Italian specialties.

Celina’s Mulberry Market & Grille

800 Shore Rd., Somers Pt. 9273663, charliesbar.com. Popular buffalo wings. No credit cards. Over 15 TVs for sporting events.

Chickie’s and Pete’s

6055 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 272-1930. chickiesandpetes. com. Sports-themed bar/restaurant famous for its wings, crabs and Philly-style sandwiches.

The Plaza at Center Point, 1205 Tilton Rd., Northfield. 6770470; FAX 677-8885. California cuisine in a casual, upscale setting.

Gilchrist Offshore

734 W. White Horse Pike, Cologne, 965-3433. Great breakfast and lunch specials.

Ginza Japanese Restaurant

6708 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 383-2588. (Ginza II located in English Creek Shopping Ctr., EHT. 383-3999) Hibachi steakhouse and sushi bar.

Goodfellows, W.L.

5401 Hardin Hwy. (Route 40), Mays Landing. 625-2523. (Formerly the Epic Grille). Pizza and Italian specialties. Happy hour noon-7pm weekdays.

310 E. White Horse Pike, Galloway; 652-1942. Home of the French Fried Lobster Tail, gourmet burgers, steaks, seafood, and homemade Italian specialties.

Crab Trap

Gourmet Italian Cuisine

Cousin Mario’s

On the Circle in Somers Pt. 9277377, thecrabtrap.com Serving fresh seafood, soups, steaks, homemade breads, desserts and more.

324 S Pitney Rd, Galloway, NJ. 652-1398. Serving authentic Italian food and fine wines.

Great American Pub

325 Jimmy Leeds Rd., Galloway. 652-2210, dublineririshpubandgrill.com.

Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing. 625-1990. Great gourmet Black Angus burgers. Happy hour six days a week. Free poker Tues.-Weds.

East Bay Crab & Grill

Gregory’s Restaurant

Dubliner Irish Pub

Cardiff Plaza, EHT. 272-7721. eastbaycrab.com. Specializing in All-U-Can Eat Crabs, Early Bird Menu.12 Entrees under $12 menu, over 60 entrees starting at $8.99 and daily specials. Reservations accepted.

English Creek Restaurant 3003 English Creek Shopping Ctr., EHT. 677-0016. Serving breakfast, lunch & dinner. Menu includes Italian specialties, pasta, seafood and smoked fish platters.

Feather Cafe & Grill

6041 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 377-5555. Traditional and authentic northern and southern Indian cuisine. Indian lunch buffet daily from 11am2:30pm. Also serves American entrees.

Formica Bros. Bakery

Kensington Square, Northfield. 646-6565. formicabrosbakery. com. Cafe features daily lunch specials. Open 7am-7pm.

900 Shore Rd., Somers Pt. 9276665. gregorysbar.com. Serving lunch & dinner until 1am. Food and beverage specials.

The Grilled Cheese & Crabcake Co.

55 Laurel Dr., Somers Pt. 6017533. Offers a selection of fresh, homemade goods daily and a variety of tasty soups. Relaxing atmosphere, reasonably priced.

Hi Point Pub (Skelly’s)

5 N. Shore Rd., Absecon. 6413172. Open 24 hours. Full dinner menu. Eat in/take out/ delivery.

Hu Tieu

Asian Mall, Pleasantville Shopping Center, 700 Black Horse Pike, Pleasantville. 6468977. Vietnamese cuisine.

Johnny Rockets

Hamilton Mall, Mays Landing. johnnyrockets.com. 1960sthemed classic burger joint and more.

Fred & Ethel’s Lantern Light Tavern

The Inlet

Towne of Historic Smithville, Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Rd., Smithville. 652-0544. Family restaurant, casual dining.

988 Bay Ave., Somers Point. 926-9611. inletrestaurantnj. com. Open daily 11:30am-3pm for lunch and 3-10pm for dinner.

Fuji

The Inn at Sugar Hill

210 New Rd., No. 4, Linwood Green Plaza, Linwood. 9268861. Japanese cuisine specializing in sushi and steak.

Gaspare’s

Ocean Heights Ave. & Zion Rd., Bargaintown. 653-2112. Gourmet Italian seafood bar and grill.

Rt. 559, Mays Landing. 6252226. innatsugarhill.com. Great food and cocktails on the waterfront.

JD’s Pub & Grille

45 S. New York Rd., Galloway Twp. 404-9000. Featuring classic pub fare plus a full dinner menu.

Joe’s Restaurant

131 Jordan Rd., (behind the Sunoco station off Laurel Dr./Garden State Parkway entrance), Somers Pt. 927-4637. Lunch and dinner featuring Greek specialties.

Jo-Jo’s Italian Grille

Black Horse Pike & Main St., Pleasantville. 646-8332. www.jojositaliangrille.com. Homemade Italian specialties.

Joseph’s Restaurant at the Tuscany House

72 N. Breman Ave., (Renault Winery), Egg Harbor City. 9652111. www.renaultwinery.com. Casual family cuisine, full bar with piano entertainment.

JR’s Tavern

650 New Road, Somers Point. 653-9853. jrstavern.com. Lunch specials starting at $5 and dinner specials from $9.

Juliano’s Restaurant

Zion Rd. & Ocean Heights Ave., Egg Harbor Twp. 927-6363. julianospub.com Sandwiches, salads, pizza, pasta and seafood.

L’s Restaurant

119 Route 50, Corbin City. 628-3024. ls-jbones.com. Traditional, casual dining. JBones Tavern inside.

La Hacienda

265 S. New York Rd. (Route 9), Galloway, 652-6050. Serving authentic Mexican cuisine.

La Pizzatega

Linwood Greene, Rt. 9, Linwood. 653-8442. Serving seafood, veal pasta, steak, subs and salads.

Levari’s Seafood & American Grill

Tuckahoe Rd. and Rt. 50, Petersurg. 628-2225.levarisamericangrill.com. Open daily 10am. Drink specials.

Library III

6605 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 645-7655. libraryiii.com. Murph’s crab cakes, steaks, prime rib, seafood and salad bar.

Mangia by the Greens

3016 Ocean Heights Ave., EHT. 601-8369. Lunch, dinner, late-night snacks, pizza. Free delivery to EHT, Linwood, Northfield, and Somers Point.

Manhattan Bagel

1205 Tilton Rd., Northfield. 646-3604. 2300 Wrangleboro Rd., Mays Landing. 484-1366.

Maplewood Inn

1470 White Horse Pike, Hammonton. 561-9621. joesmaplewood.com. Italian specialties and “world’s best spaghetti.”

(Continued on next page)

31 1 3

Sunrise Plaza, 68 W. Jimmie Leeds Rd., Galloway Twp. 404-

Charlie’s Bar & Restaurant

Gianna’s Cafe

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H

Black Horse Pike at English Creek Ave., EHT. 272-8808. berkshiregrill.net. Great seafood and thick, juicy, tender steaks.

1700. FAX 404-7776. celinascafes.com. Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Home-baked goods.

FOOD & DRINK (Continued from preceding page) Mays Landing Diner

6177 Harding Highway (Rt. 40), Mays Landing. 625-5051. mayslandingdiner.com. Classic New Jersey diner. Baking done on the premises.

McKee’s Irish Pub

446 St. Louis Ave., Egg Harbor City. 965-7878. Open for lunch and dinner.

Mexico Lindo II

375 S. Main St., Pleasantville. Authentic Mexican.

Mickey & Minnie’s

733 W. White Horse Pike, Cologne. 965-1877. Daily lunch and dinner specials. Closed Mondays.

Mount Fuji

1000 Black Horse Pike, Pleasantville. 484-1000. pistolpetessaloon. com. Casual dining. Open Mon.– Thurs. 11am–3am; Fri. & Sat. 11am–4am. Happy hour 4–7pm. Featuring prime Angus steaks, fresh seafood, salads, chicken and ribs.

136 White Horse Pike, Absecon. 383-8881. Traditional Japanese cuisine. Sushi bar.

The Nizam’s

6666 Black Horse Pike, EHT. 6778829. Northern and Southern Indian food, including nan, tandori and vegetarian dishes. Major credit cards accepted. Lunch buffett $9.95.

Oyster Creek Inn

PJ’s 50 Pub & Grille

41 N. Oyster Creek Rd., Leeds Point. 652-8565. Old-fashioned fresh seafood house with waterfront dining.

Pistol Pete’s Saloon & Steakhouse

2301 Rt. 50, 1 Mile N. of Black Horse Pike (Rt. 322), Mays Landing. 625-9600. Everything homemade from soups to desserts.

Rama Thai

3003 English Creek Ave. Egg Harbor Twp. (in English Creek Shopping Ctr.) 677-1004. ramathainj.com. Thai cuisine with reasonable prices.

Ram’s Head Inn

9 W. White Horse Pike, Galloway. 652-1700. Classic area hotspot.

Renault Winery

72 N. Breman Ave, Egg Harbor City. 965-2111. Gourmet restaurant and also Joseph’s Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner daily.

Richland House

1303 Harding Hwy. (Rt. 40), Richland. 856-697-5700. therichlandhouse.com. Fresh seafood and steaks, unique wine list.

Rifici’s Italian Cuisine & Pizzeria

308 White Horse Pike, Absecon. 272-2000. Serving lunch and din-

ner daily. Banquet room available.

5128. samsbarandgrill.com.

Romanelli’s Garden Cafe

Simply Fondue

279 South New York Rd., Galloway. 652-0179. romanelliscafe.com. Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Also catering.

Sack O’ Subs

784 White Horse Pike, Absecon. 646-6555. Hot and cold subs, homemade soups and salads.

SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 9 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K LE YE .KCLOY .MC O M 32

Somers Point Cafe

Sakura

4215 Black Horse Pike (Hamilton Commons shopping center), Mays Landing. 485-0071. Japanese cuisine w/ Japanese steak, seafood house and sushi bar.

581 Ocean Heights Ave., Somers Point. 788-8115 Serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open 7am10pm every day. Daily specials. Eat in, take out, delivery. Most dinners under $10.

Sam’s Bar & Grill

Smithville Inn

18 S. Main St., Pleasantville. 646-

International, Eclectic, Casual & Fine Dining. Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner & Late Night.

Margate, Ventnor, Longport & Chelsea

4215 Black Horse Pike. (Hamilton Commons shopping center) , Mays Landing. (near Regal Cinemas) simplyfonduemayslanding.com. Mostly fondue, but also salads and a bar offering more than 50 different martinis.

Rt. 9 & Moss Mill Rd., Smithville.

7am. Sun. brunch, 10am-2pm.

652-7777. Traditional area hotspot.

Testa’s Good Guys Pub

Stewart’s of Northfield

5698 Somers Point Rd., Mays Landing. 625-1926. Daily lunch & dinner specials.

807 Tilton Rd., Northfield, 6464020. Hot dogs, burgers & the famous root beer float.

Tailgaters Galloway Grille

337 White Horse Pike, Egg Harbor City. 804-9000. Traditional American cuisine, daily homemade specials, burgers and wings. Sports bar.

Tap Room & Grille

Atlantic City Country Club, 1 Leo Fraser Dr., Northfield. 236.4465. Featuring an acclaimed Sunday brunch. Open Sun.-Thurs.lunch from 11am. Fri.& Sat. dinner from 5pm. Fri.-Sun. breakfast from

Thai Basil

Ventura’s Offshore Café

100 Atlantic Ave., Ocean City. 3919616. ocnjislandgrill.com. Full service restaurant with wide variety of choices from seafood to steaks.

Vic’s Subs

Deauville Inn

Ma France Creperie

742 Ohio Ave., Absecon. 6450500. Hot & cold subs, salads, party trays.

Tre Figlio

OCEAN CITY AND SOUTH

TW Howell’s

341 West White Horse Pike (Odesse Ave. & Rt.9), Pomona. 892-3704. Summertime BBQs as well as catering for any event.

Island Grill Restaurant

Chatterbox

199 New Rd., Suite 72, Linwood. 926-9339. Serving Thai-French cuisine. 500 W. White Horse Pike, Pomona. 965-3303. trefiglio.com. Italian cuisine.

9300. Italian restaurant and gourmet deli.

2015 Shore Rd., Northfield, venturascafe.com. 641-5158. Awardwinning filet mignon, pan pizzas and more. Delivery.

701 Mosaic

701 4th St., Ocean City. 398-2700. Contemporary Caribbean and Mediterranean cuisine.

Casa Del Dolce

947-949 Asbury Ave., OC. 398-

500 9th St., OC. 399-0113. “Where the town meets.” 201 Willard Road, Strathmere, 263-2080. deauvilleinn.com. Waterfront bar and dining.

Fuze 79th St. and Third, Avalon. 3681919. Upscale dining and live entertainment.

Grind Garage 910 Asbury Ave., Ocean City. grindgarage.com. Coffee shop with smoothies, baked goods and more.

506 9th St., Ocean City. 399-9955. mafrancecreperie.com. Enjoy a quaint eatery with an art-inspired decor while feasting on French cuisine.

net. A family business in same location for over 50 years. Great views.

Sack O’ Subs

Ward’s Pastry

926 Asbury Ave., OC. 525-0460. Hot and cold subs, french fries, pizzas, homemade soups, salads and dinners.

Vince’s

25 John F. Kennedy Blvd., Sea Isle City. 263-4567. vincesrestaurant.

730 Asbury Ave., OC. 399-1260. Doughnuts, cakes, pies, etc.

Yesterday’s

316 Roosevelt Blvd., Marmora, 390-1757. yesterdaysbar.com. Lunch, dinner, late-night snacks and take-out. n

Margate, Ventnor, Longport & Chelsea

Breathtaking Views...

Come in and experience our Sunset Dinners from 3pm – 6pm

Lunch & Dinner Daily 77 $

LUNCH

Certain restrictions may apply - others market price.

Happy Hour

7 Days a Week Noon - 7pm

½ Price Appetizers & Reduced Drinks at bar & rail only.

9707 Amherst Avenue, Margate, NJ • 609-487-6001 www.sunsetonthebay.com

Come in and experience our Sunset Dinners from 3pm – 6pm

Book Your Holiday Party Now & Recieve a Discount

Monday – Sunday Luciano’s 77 $

LUNCH

Certain restrictions may apply - others market price.

Happy Hour

RESTAURANT, BAR & GRILL Serving Lunch & Dinner Daily

7 Days a Week Noon - 7pm

½ Price Appetizers & Reduced Drinks at the bar.

DJ Friday & Saturday Private Parties • Banquets • Weddings 301 Longport Boulevard - Longport, NJ 609-822-1002 (Located In Seaview Harbor Marina) • www.shoreclubbar.com Plenty of Parking • Complimentary Valet Parking on Weekends

A AC CWWe Ee Ek Kl Ly Y. c E POTNEM . CoOmM / / S M T HB E0R0 ,1 02 ,0 02 90 0 9 3 3 3 3

Luciano Lamberti’s

FOOD & DRINK

Casino Dining Dining listings info & updates: editorial@acweekly.com

BALLY’S

more.

340-2000 Arturo’s

Burgers, hot dogs.

Enjoy a traditional Italian meal prepared with a contemporary, New York fare in the sophisticated setting of this award-winning trattoria.

Bally’s Brunch

Brunch every Sunday at The Reserve, 10am–2 pm. $39.99 per person.

Ben & Jerry’s

Enjoy all your signature favorites; also the home of the Philadelphia Soft Pretzel Factory.

Fulu Wok & Fry

Casual Asian cuisine at the Claridge tower.

Johnny Rockets

340-0099. A retro ’50s-style Boardwalk restaurant.

Noodle Village

Offering an extensive selection of authentic Chinese and Vietnamese comfort foods.

Pickles Deli

New York style deli.

The Reserve/Preview Bar

Bally’s iconic culinary experience.

6ix: A Bistro

Lone Star Snack Bar Sports Bar

Snacks from the Lone Star Snack Bar are served.

Virginia City Buffet

All-you-can-eat, Western-style buffet. Hours: Mon.–Thurs. lunch noon–3pm, dinner 3–9pm.; Fri.–Sun. noon-10pm. $21.99 (plus tax) daily for dinner; $16.99 (plus tax) lunch Mon.-Thurs.

Open daily.

WILD WILD WEST AT BALLY’S SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 9 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K LE YE .KCLOY .MC O M

340-2000 Gold Tooth Gerties

Bakery, bagel sandwiches, and

Full of quick food options.

The Metropolitan

French bistro-style cafe serves classic and contemporary American dishes.

Wolfgang Puck American Grille Contemporary American cuisine in two distinctive dining areas.

348-4411 Nero’s Sunday Brunch

Choose from a variety of regional steaks and seafood.

Borgata Buffet

Extensive buffet menu. $28.95 (plus tax) for dinner Mon.–Fri. (4–9pm). Sat. (4–10pm). Sun. (4–9pm); Breakfast, $14.95 (plus tax) Mon.–Sat. (8–11:15am); Brunch, $23.95 Sun. (8am–3pm); Lunch. $17.95 (plus tax) Mon.–Sat. (noon–3pm).

Bread + Butter

Fornelletto

The Bagel & Doughnut Connection

The Cafeteria

1-866-MYBORGATA Bobby Flay Steak

Red Pearl

Located in the Spa at Bally’s, offering health-conscious meals.

Celebrated chef Michael Mina combines cutting-edge technology and design elements with his signature and acclaimed approach to seafood.

CAESARS

American bistro. Breakfast served anytime.

Spa Café

SeaBlue

BORGATA

Griddled sandwiches served with an array of premiere beverages and desserts.

Modern Asian cuisine served up fresh in casual setting.

saged Kobe beef is the signature dish of this steakhouse.

Celebrated chef Stephan Kalt’s new restaurant offering traditional Southern Italian fare.

Gypsy Bar

Fun, relaxing dining experience.

Izakaya

A modern Japanese pub from Michael Schulson.

Noodles of the World Asian fusion.

Old Homestead Steak House

Domestically-raised, hand-mas-

Includes freshly carved prime meats, omelet artisan designing your gourmet omelet. Price: $44.95; includes champagne and Bloody Marys.

Cafe Roma

Coffee shop w/take-out available.

Kwi Restaurant and Noodle Bar

Offers a selection of traditional and modern Asian cuisines.

La Piazza Buffet

Buffet selections for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with salad and dessert bars. $14.99 (plus tax) for breakfast daily (8:00–11:30am); $18.99 (plus tax) for lunch (11:45am–4pm); $22.99 (plus tax) for dinner (4–9pm). Weekend Feast $26.99 Sat. noon –11pm, Sun. noon – 9pm.

Mia

Nero’s Grill

Sirloin and porterhouse steak and New England lobster.

Primavera

Service is formal with traditional Italian favorites.

The Bacchanal

Guests treat themselves to a lavish, five-course dinner while musicians, wine “goddesses,” and costumed staff entertain and provide shoulder rubs.

Venice Bar

Catch the latest game or just relax with the most updated sports scores.

THE PIER SHOPS AT CAESARS: Buddakan

674-0100. Stephen Starr’s restaurant includes twilight sky or “opium den style” dining nooks.

The Continental

674-8300, continentalac.com. Starr’s “outdoor” patio bar with signature drinks & sunken firepit lounge as well as the large flower-shaped central dining pod, nicknamed the “Sammy Davis Room.”

Game On!

345-6800. State-of-the-art sports bar and restaurant.

Phillips Seafood

348-2273. Serving authentic Maryland-style seafood and world-famous crab cakes.

Piazza di Giorgio

345-3100. Food Court with A Taste of Tuscany, South of the Border, Salad Sensations, Hot Off the Grille, and Udon Creations. Also a fresh fruit smoothie bar.

Sonsie

348-4411, ext. 6000. Contemporary Italian/ Mediterranean cuisine.

345-6300. Chef Andrew Sciaretta combines world-fusion menu with steakhouse cuisine.

Morton’s

Souzai Sushi & Sake

449-1044. mortons.com. Steakhouse with an a la carte menu features steaks, fish and salads.

Souzai is a country-style Japanese restaurant. Intimate setting, sushi menu and unique sake cocktails.

The Trinity Pub and Carvery

345-6900. A warm and inviting place to relax and enjoy a frosty pint of your favorite stout while feasting on traditional Irish specialties.

HARRAH’S RESORT 441-5000 Bluepoint Bar

A raw-bar experience where fresh seafood, shellfish and a variety of martinis are the house specialties.

Club Cappuccino

Waterfront Tower. Open 7am7pm Sun.-Thurs., until 2am on Fri. & Sat.

Waterfront Buffet

Extensive buffet items. Cost: $29.99(plus tax, $22.99 kids) for dinner daily; $18.99 (plus tax, $10.99, kids) for brunch. Hours: Mon. & Fri., 8:30am– noon brunch, 4–9pm dinner; Tues. & Wed., noon–9pm dinner; Thurs. 4–9pm dinner; Sat. 8:30am–noon brunch, 1–10pm dinner; Sun. 8:30am–1:30pm brunch, 2–9pm dinner.

HILTON

Coffee bar. Fine gourmet coffees, cappuccino, espresso and teas accompanied by homemade pastries, cookies and brownies.

Cappuccino’s

Corner Grille & Deli

Cornucopia Buffet

Traditional deli favorites. Also has hot menu items.

Island Luau

Mondays, July 6-Sept. 7, 7pm, on the Deck at The Pool with hula dancers, whole roasted pig. Cost: $49.99.

McCormick & Schmick’s

More than 30 different varieties of fresh seafood featured on a menu that changes twice daily.

Polistina’s Italian Ristorante

Enjoy family style, Italian favorites and a selection of homemade pastas and sauces.

Reflections

A 24-hour cafe offering steaks, seafood, sandwiches and burgers. Breakfast is available anytime.

The Steakhouse

Gourmet restaurant offers a raw bar, roast prime rib, shrimp Wellington and more.

Taste of the Shore

Food emporium features Primo Pizza, Sack O’ Subs, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream and Philly Soft Pretzel Factory.

Temptations Fine Chocolate & Coffee Located on first level of

Coffee and espresso bar plus pastry shop, soups and sandwiches. Open 24 hours Sun.Fri.; open 7am-11pm Sat. Land and sea buffet features a variety of specialties. Cost: $16 (includes tax). Hours are 11:30 am-9pm Sun.-Fri; 11:30 am10pm on Sat.

Empress Gem Noodle Bar Asian noodle bar open 1pm4am Mon.-Thurs., 1pm-5am Fri., noon-5am Sat. and noon4am Sun.

Horizons

A lovely ocean view is a perk at this 24-hour restaurant Fri. to Sun., 7am-11pm Mon.-Thurs., serving casual fare including the Coney Island Deli, featuring deli appetizers and sandwiches.

Patsy’s

Specializing in Neapolitan cuisine, Patsy’s Italian Restaurant in New York was Frank Sinatra’s favorite restaurant. Hours are Fri.–Sat. 5:30-10pm; Sun.–Tues. 6 –10pm; closed Wed.–Thurs. A bar menu is available Sun. 4:30-10pm; Mon.-Tues. noon-mid.; Fri., Sat. 4:30-11pm. For reservations, call 340-7585.

Peregrines’

The only five-star rated dining establishment in Atlantic City, awarded by the American Academy of Restaurant &

General Practice of Law

No Charge for Initial Consultation

Divorce & Separation Child Support • Custody Paternity • Visitation Car Accidents Slip & Falls • Collections 2327 New Road, Suite 204 Ridgewood Plaza, Northfield, NJ 08225

(609)

646-8355

A Place You can Really Relax

wiches. Sun.–Thurs. 7am–6pm; Fri.–Sat. 7am–10pm.

Hospitality Sciences. A gourmet restaurant offering regional and international contemporary cuisine featuring seafood. Open for dinner Fri.-Sat. 5:30-10pm. Reservations recommended.

Breadsticks Cafe & Grill

The Oaks

The Buffet

New York-style steakhouse featuring prime meats and the freshest seafood served in a refined atmosphere. Open for dinner Wed.–Thurs. 610pm; Fri.-Sat. 5:30-10pm; Sun. brunch, 10am-3pm. Reservations recommended. Also the casual Oaks Burger Bar.

RESORTS 344-6000 Asian Spice

Gourmet cuisine with a noodle bar and Chinese barbecue items. Noodle bar open daily noon–2am; Restaurant open Sat.-Sun. 6–11pm. Now featuring a four-course prix fixe menu for $29.99.

Beachball Seafood House

Located off the Boardwalk, offers a variety of favorites including oysters and clams on the half shell, crabcakes, fish & chips, fried seafood combo and more. Open Fri. 6pm-1am; Sat. noon-1am; Sun. noon-7pm.

Boardwalk Perks

Coffee shop with deli sand-

Breakfast, lunch, dinner and late-night fare. Open 24 hours daily. Offers an international menu, as well a full complement of all-American selections. Cost: $16.99 (plus tax) lunch and dinner; $13.99 (plus tax) for breakfast Sat. & Sun. $3 discount for members of the Resorts Destination Casino Club.

Capriccio

This perennial Zagat Awardwinning Italian restaurant features antipasto, pasta delicacies, fresh seafood or veal entrées with ocean views. Now featuring a three-course prix fixe menu for $34.99.

Gallagher’s Burger Bar

Burger Bar located across from Gallagher’s offers dry-aged beef burgers, chili made with choice sirloin, sliders (mini burgers) and more.

Gallagher’s Steakhouse

340-6555. The renowned New York City steakhouse is located on Resorts’ dining level and features traditional dry-aged steaks and seafood favorites prepared on their famous open flame.

LYING F CLOUD CAFE

SHOWBOAT

The

343-4000 Canal Street Bread & Sandwich Co.

Soup, overstuffed sandwiches, made-to-order pizza and desserts, 24/7.

Casa Di Napoli

Brick-oven pizza, classic Italian dishes including pasta, veal and seafood, homemade salad and breads.

French Quarter Buffet

Seafood, steaks, a Bayou salad bar and homemade desserts, self-serve cappuccino machine. Sun.-Tues. 12-4pm lunch $17.99 (plus tax) Sun.–Tues. dinner 4-9pm, $21.99. Fri., 410 pm Seafood Night, $25.99. Sat. noon-3pm lunch, $17.99; dinner, all-u-can-eat lobster 4-10pm, $29.99. Closed Wed.Thurs.

House of Blues Restaurant 236-BLUE. New Orleans-style restaurant and bar.

Mansion Cafe

Hearth-baked biscuits, overstuffed sandwiches, hearty salads and more. Home of the $3 Big Easy Burger.

Rib & Chophouse

Steaks, chops, chicken and fresh seafood, char-grilled to

Come by Car, Boat, Bus or Jitney! (Bike too!) Inside & Outside Dining Free parking and docking while dining

OPEN DAILY From 11AM Lunch & Dinner

specification. Raw bar plus the freshest catch.

Royal Noodle House

Located next to the Fortune Gaming Pavilion on the casino floor; authentic Chinese, Korean and Vietnamese noodle, rice and dim-sum dishes.

Relaxed, Casual Waterfront Dining Available for Private Parties 10 to 200 & Off Premise Catering

800 N. NEW HAMPSHIRE AVENUE ATLANTIC CITY • 609-345-8222

Starbucks Coffee

Open. Mon-Sun 7am-mid. Signature drinks, including lattes and other specialty coffee drinks and pastry selection.

TROPICANA 340-4000 il Verdi

Upscale gourmet Italian cuisine presented in an elegant ambiance.

Golden Dynasty

Traditional Chinese cuisine, Cantonese specialties and exotic delicacies for which Chef Ping is well known.

(Continued on next page)

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H 35 5 3

FOOD & DRINK (Continued from preceding page) Seaside Cafe

This 24-hour dining experience offers updated casual fare.

Wellington’s

Offering classic seashore seafood dishes, steaks and freshly prepared seasonal specialties and the best gourmet in town. Ocean views from every table.

TROPICANA’S THE MARKETPLACE: A Dam Good Deli

“Mom and Pop”-style deli featuring a variety of overstuffed sandwiches along with homemade soups.

Boardwalk Favorites

Classic Boardwalk treats including foot-long hot dogs, fresh fruit smoothies, soft pretzels, cotton candy, corn dogs, and pizza.

Corky’s Ribs & BBQ

Casual dining BBQ restaurant serving hickory-smoked pork, beef, chicken, BBQ ribs, sandwiches and salads.

Create-A-Cone

Patrons choose their favorite flavor and toppings. Then the staff mixes them together on a marble slab. Dine-in or take-out.

Fiesta Buffet

Abundant selection. Cost: $18.95 (plus tax) for breakfast and brunch Mon.–Fri. 8–11am; Sat. & Sun. 8am–1pm. Nightly seafood buffet for $24.95 per person (complimentary lobster tail on Fridays). Hours: Mon.–Thurs. noon–8pm; Fri. noon–9pm; Sat. 2–10pm; Sun. 2–8pm.

Hooters

Seafood, burgers and “nearly world-famous” chicken wings served by the famous Hooters girls.

Carmine’s

Italian dishes.

572-9300. The renowned New York family-style Italian institution serves southern Italian appetizers, entrees and desserts prepared from the freshest quality ingredients in large portions.

P.F. Chang’s China Bistro

The Comedy Stop Cafe & Cabaret

Red Square

Tropicana, Brighton & Pacific aves. 1-877-FUNNYAC. Offering a full menu of dining options, every day. Café Cuisine includes a continental menu, latte & espresso available. Buffet style breakfast (Sat. & Sun. 10am–2pm) $7.77.

Cuba Libre Restaurant & Rum Bar

THE QUARTER AT THE TROPICANA:

348-6700. cubalibrerestaurant. com. Classic and contemporary Cuban dishes. Brunch, dinner and late dining served daily.

A Dam Good Sports Bar

The Palm

347-7770. Catch your favorite game while eating a meal with everything from beef to seafood menu.

344-7256. thepalm.com. Known for its aged prime beef, monstrous Nova Scotia lobsters and outstanding American and

348-4600. Traditional Chinese cuisine, with innovative contemporary creations that demonstrate modern influences on the modern Asian palette. 344-9100. Famed restaurateur Jeffrey Chodorow’s vodka and caviar bar and restaurant recreates centuries of Russian history. The dining room, flanked with two ice columns, gives way to an ice-topped 32-foot bar.

Rí-Rá Irish Pub & Restaurant

348-8600. Authentic pubs were imported from Ireland and reassembled here. Pub fare and modern interpretations of classic Irish dishes.

TRANSPORTATION CENTER: Stewart’s Root Beer

Famous for its root beer, ice

cream floats, and hot dogs, Stewart’s is now located in Tropicana’s Transportation Center, serving all its popular snacks and goodies.

TRUMP MARINA 1-800-777-8477; 4412000 The Bayside Buffet

An all you can eat International buffet has all your traditional favorites in a relaxing atmosphere lunch and dinner Mon.Thurs. ($16.99 pls. tax.), or sample the lavish breakfast buffet from 8am -11:30am daily ($12.99 pls. tax.). A Seafood buffet is featured every Fri., Sat., and Sun. during lunch and dinner ($25.99 plus tax.). Hours: Mon.-Thurs. 8am-8pm; Fri.-Sun. 8am-9pm.

Cosimo’s Pizza

Casual and classic Italian cuisine from pizza to Eggplant Parmigiana to Chicken Florentino.

DJ’s Steakhouse

Surround yourself with western charm while savoring gourmet steaks, chop, and seafood. Serving CAB prime meats and the freshest fish available. A Sunday through Thursday Three Course Chef Special Dinner menu is available for $35 per person. Open for dinner Fri.-Tue. 6pm.

Hooters

449-9300. Seafood, salad, “nearly world-famous” chicken wings and the “more than a mouthful burger” all served by the Hooters girls.

Harbor View

Elegant, intimate dining. Serving the finest gourmet seafood and Italian specialties. Best views of the Marina and Atlantic City skyline. Open for dinner Wed.-Sun 6pm. Sunday Champagne Brunch 10am-2pm.

Imperial Court

Superb Chinese cuisine with ex-

SMEOP N T ET M H B0E 0R , 1200, 0 2 9 0 /0 9A C/ WAECE W K Lee Y .kClOy .MC O M

Weekly NFL Picks Week One

1. Tennessee at Pittsburgh 2. Jacksonville at Indianapolis 3. Detroit at New Orleans 4. Philadelphia at Carolina 5. Dallas at Tampa Bay 6. NY Jets at Houston 7. Kansas City at Baltimore 8. Denver at Cincinnati 9. Minnesota at Cleveland 10. Miami at Atlanta 11. Washington at NY Giants 12. San Francisco at Arizona 13. St. Louis at Seattle 14. Chicago at Green Bay 15. Buffalo at New England 16. San Diego at Oakland

Joe Bunting, Bunting Family Pharmacy 1. Pittsburgh 2. Indianapolis 3. New Orleans 4. Carolina 5. Dallas 6. NY Jets 7. Baltimore 8. Cincinnati 9. Minnesota 10. Atlanta 11. NY Giants 12. Arizona 13. Seattle 14. Chicago 15. New England 16. San Diego Monday Night Game #2 Total Points 65

331 Tilton Rd. Northfield, NJ (609)484-0026

Joe, Mangia by the Greens 1. Pittsburgh 2. Indianapolis 3. New Orleans 4. Philadelphia 5. Dallas 6. Houston 7. Baltimore 8. Cincinnati 9. Minnesota 10. Atlanta 11. NY Giants 12. Arizona 13. St. Louis 14. Green Bay 15. New England 16. San Diego Mon. Night Total Points - 37

ia Mabyntheggreens R E S TAU R A N T S P O RTS BA R

601-8369

3016 Ocean Heights Ave., Egg Harbor Township

Scott Kuppel, Oyster Creek Inn 1. Pittsburgh 2. Indianapolis 3. New Orleans 4. Carolina 5. Dallas 6. Houston 7. Baltimore 8. Cincinnati 9. Minnesota 10. Atlanta 11. NY Giants 12. Arizona 13. Seattle 14. Chicago 15. New England 16. San Diego Monday Night Game #2 Total Points 41

41 N. Oyster Creek Rd. Leeds Point 609-652-8565

James Heald, Vic’s Subs

1. Pittsburgh 2. Indianapolis 3. New Orleans 4. Carolina 5. Dallas 6. Houston 7. Baltimore 8. Cincinnati 9. Minnesota 10. Atlanta 11. NY Giants 12. Arizona 13. Seattle 14. Green Bay 15. New England 16. San Diego Mon. Night Game #2 Total Points - 39

645-0500

742 Ohio Ave., Absecon

otic offerings and assortment of familiar items. Open for dinner for Friday - Sunday 6pm.

The Café

Full breakfast fare. Also serving deli-style lunch and casual dinners. Open 24 hours.

The Deck

Party on the Bay with live music every night, great food and drinks specials. Seasonal Operation, for hours call 4412000.

TRUMP PLAZA 441-6000 24 Central Cafe

An upscale dining experience in a casual atmosphere, features everything from steaks to seafood and from Asian dishes to the latest martinis available.

The Beach Bar at Trump Plaza

Enjoy tropical island drinks, dinner and a view of the ocean. Features bar favorites like Buffalo chicken wings, salads, sandwiches, pizza and a raw bar.

Broadway Buffet

Salads, pasta and hot & cold entrees, fresh carved meat and all-you-can-eat u-peel shrimp. $14.95 for lunch/dinner Tues.–Thurs.; $21.95 for lunch/ dinner Fri.–Sun. (includes seafood buffet). Hours: Tues.Thurs. 11:30am-6pm, Fri. & Sun. 11:30am-8pm and Sat. 11:30am-9pm.

China Cafe & Sushi Chef

Boardwalk Terrace (overlooking the ocean), 572-0866. A fusion of unique Asian cuisine ranging from Cantonese to Japanese accompanied by an assortment of selections available at the Noodle and Sushi Bar.

Evo

2225 Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 441-0400. evorestaurant.com. Serving specialty cocktails and 20 wines by the glass. Menu features world cuisine and brick-oven pizzas.

Max’s

Located on the sixth floor, this steakhouse features U.S.D.A. prime certified Angus beef and seafood selections. Open for dinner.

Rainforest Café

Sultan’s Feast

Hard Rock Café

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 441-0007. Burgers and sandwiches served in a rock ’n’ roll ambiance.

Buffet features black angus steaks grilled to order, a gourmet pizza station and dessert station. $14.98 (plus tax) for breakfast daily 8–11:30am; $22.47 for lunch/dinner Mon.–Fri. noon–9pm; $26.75 Sat.–Sun. for lunch/dinner (open until 10pm Sat.).

Il Mulino New York

SPICE ROAD

delicacies including authentic sushi bar.

Offers two distinct, side-by-side dining experiences, the fine dining restaurant, Il Mulino New York and the more casual, newer concept, Trattoria Il Mulino.

Trattoria Il Mulino

Casual dining experience offers a lounge. Has an open kitchen with a pizza oven and a communal table.

On the Boardwalk at Trump Plaza. 345-5757. rainforestcafe.com. Exotic salads, pastas, burgers, steaks and seafood served amidst the sights and sounds of a tropical rainforest.

Moon at Dynasty

Roberto’s

A gourmet noodle bar right off the casino floor. Sit at the circular bar and watch chefs prepare your meal or dine at a private table.

Serving northern and southern Italian cuisine in a setting that overlooks the ocean.

Food Court

With Starbucks, Sbarro, Nathan’s Famous, Arthur Treacher’s, Häagen-Dazs and Sarah’s Cookies.

TRUMP TAJ MAHAL 449-1000 Dynasty

Cantonese/Chinese with many

Serving specialty cocktails, including the Sake-tini, along with sushi creations and fully cooked selections.

A selection of eateries and shops:

Burger

Savor great burgers with an amazing choice of toppings.

The perfect place for a light breakfast, sandwiches, salads, paninis and gelato.

Plate American Cafe Breakfast anytime.

Sbarro

Italian dishes and pizza served cafeteria-style. n

The Rim

Royal Albert’s Palace

On the Boardwalk at Trump Taj Mahal. 449-9200. Fine Indian cuisine.

Safari Steak House

Decorated in a rustic jungle theme, the steakhouse received the Gold award from the National Academy of Restaurant Sciences.

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H 37 7 3

FEATURE

A Sure Thing By Ray Schweibert

For many, the weeks immediately following Labor Day are the best to be ‘downa shore’

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

N THE AFTERMATH OF 400,000 flower children descending upon his upstate New York farmland 40 years ago, it’s easy to imagine Max Yasgur mouthing the words “Thank God that’s over” when the mud finally dried and normalcy was restored. Maybe it’s a stretch to liken Woodstock to what occurs each summer at the southern New Jersey shore, but not much of one in the eyes of many who live here year round. Until you experience it, full-time residents in, say, Cherry Hill have no real handle on the difference between what life’s like in a shore town in mid-July, and what it’s like in that same shore town after Labor Day weekend. You might feel a bit like a Civil War soldier emerging intact from the Battle of Gettysburg. “The weather is outstanding, the crowds have waned, the fishing is nice, you can get a parking space on your street, everyone is more relaxed, you can listen to both football and baseball on your radio while basking in the sun, you can take your dogs on the beach again, you can still grill outdoors with friends, you can run on the beach without tripping into a hole that someone dug,” says Mary Moyer, public relations manager for Trump Entertainment Resorts. “Summer doesn’t [officially] end until Sept. 22, then we get Indian [or to be politically correct, Native American] Summer.”

These are not sentiments that are unique to any particular shore community, or ones that only began to be expressed recently. And it isn’t necessarily the locals or the year-rounders who see September and October as potentially the best months of the year to be here. Try telling a suburban Philly high-school kid that September at the shore is where it’s at, and you’ll likely get a “What are you, nuts?” kind of response, but as those of us in the “secret society” realize, it can be the best time of year for many reasons. “The list is endless,” says Cheri Morrison, a former fulltime Stone Harbor resident who currently resides in Harleysville, Pa. “It’s like having your own private island. You don’t need reservations for meals, rental prices drop by more than half, parking is not an issue and sometimes free after the season, there’s no beach tags, you can take your dogs on the beach — there’s no kids! — OK, perhaps I put a little too much enthusiasm into that last point. There’ no traffic going to and from, the boaters know how to boat, the water for skiing is much calmer, there are sales everywhere for that end-of-season shut down, hotels have long weekend stays and meal deals, there are no flies or mosquitoes, the sand doesn’t feel like you’re sitting on a broiler plate, there’s gorgeous sunrises and sunsets that are more colorful with the variance in temperatures from day to night

— those are just a few things off the top of my head.” September is also Margate resident Jeff Bohrer’s favorite month, and not just because weather conditions are more agreeable and he has an easier time parking his car. “Jersey tomatoes and corn are still in season, the plums and peaches are outstanding, and the blue claw crabs at Crabby’s are the biggest of the year,” says Bohrer. “The bad thing, though, is getting caught behind a school bus on the way to work — you’re bound to be late.” From a business perspective, landlords and real-estate agents see the fall as a second major wave of clientele. Sid Morgan is an agent at Astick Realty in Brigantine who says the vacation rental market stays fairly strong through the end of September and into October. “Characteristically Labor Day is the end of the rental season, so what owners do, who want to continue to rent, is drop their rates generally 20 to 30 percent in September,” says Morgan. “You can get an oceanfront home for a much better price, and the weather’s still beautiful with less congestion in town and on the beaches. I also have people coming down in September and October on weekends, which is not a type of rental we do in the summer. A weekly rental in summer goes from Saturday to Saturday, so if you rented a place for just a weekend you’d

conceivably kill two weeks.” Jim Fowler is the owner of St. George’s Pub in Brigantine. He says that his profit margin generally stays fairly strong through the end of November, at which time business slows to a crawl until the spring thaw. “This time of year the pace slows down enough to give you time to catch up on things,” says Fowler. “Most stores, and not just mine, are so overwhelmed with business in July and August they have trouble keeping up. I mean, even in the hardware store, they’ll put 22 items on a shelf that will be gone in one day, and now they can put 22 items on a shelf that’ll last all week. There’s parking issues in the summer, the refrigeration has trouble keeping pace, the walk-in box, freezer and beer boxes can’t hold enough for the demand — in the fall you can maintain a better pace and produce a better product. In the winter things really get tough, but you can’t do what we used to do in the old days, which is basically to shut down the town and take the winter off. If you did that now you’d lose too much of your customer base.” Fowler is also a charter-boat captain who scaled back on that side of his business when gas prices soared last summer. “Last year I got so crunched by fuel costs I lost a lot of business, and this year I didn’t try to revive it,” he says. “I’m satisfied handling the few I’ve got.” n see more online @

PHOTO RAY NUNZI

SPORTS: GOLF

John F. Gaffney Green Tree Golf Course

Hammer. Its shortest is the par-3 fourth hole at just 89 yards from the novice tees.

Address: 1030 Somers Point-Mays Landing Rd., EHT Phone: 625-9131 (pro shop) On the Web: greentree.aclink.org

Details: Green Tree is a parkland-style course that has been owned by Atlantic County since 1992, and operated by the Atlantic County Improvement Authority since 2007. The 18-hole, par-70 course (par 73 from the farthest of four tee boxes) is 5,440 yards long from the expert tees. It features tree-lined fairways and some sort of water hazard on nearly every hole, including a creek that runs the entire left side of the 14th fairway. It is open year-round (weather permitting) and features a newly expanded refreshment stand, a lockerroom-equipped clubhouse, pro shop, driving range and practice green. Lessons and clinics are available, and junior camps take place on weekends throughout the fall. Green Tree general manager and PGA pro John Hammer conducts the camps and clinics, and is available for private lessons. Greens fees are $21 to walk and $35 to ride during the week, and $26 to

Golf Pro Tip: This week’s tip comes from John Hammer, general manager and head PGA golf professional at Green Tree Golf Course in EHT. It has to do with building a little extra power. “Almost everyone wants to get more distance. Here’s a drill that will help you ‘release’ the club through impact — a vital key to greater clubhead speed and longer shots. “When you take your grip, separate your hands on the club by about an inch. Apply all fingers to the club, then make full practice swings. You should be able to ‘feel’ the clubhead release through the impact zone. You should also feel a little more ‘snap’ in your downswing. “Next, practice hitting balls from a tee using your walk, $40 to ride on weekends. Discounts are offered natural swing. This free release should promote solid to Atlantic County residents, seniors and juniors with contact and more distance. Also, since the clubface is proof of ID. Hours of operation are dawn to dusk. The closing through impact, the ball should draw from right par-5 third hole is its longest at 596 yards from the to left and roll a bit further.” expert tees, and is the course’s most challenging, says — Ray Schweibert

GOLF TOURNAMENTS (SEE MORE AND GOOD GOLF GUIDE AT ACWEEKLY.COM) FRIDAY, SEPT. 11 13th Annual MMSC Golf Tournament Vineyards Golf Course at the Renault Winery, EHC. The tournament benefits the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, which is a nonprofit organization that has responded to over 3,500 whale, dolphin, seal and sea turtle strandings over the past 31 years. The entry fee for the tournament is $145 per person and includes greens fees, cart, box lunch, an awards reception, door prizes and a goodie bag. There is a special discount for registering as a foursome. Prizes will be awarded in contests for closest-to-the-pin

and longest drive, and participants will have a chance to win a new car with a hole-inone. Register at the MMSC, 3625 Brigantine Blvd. in Brigantine, at the Renault Winery, 72 N. Bremen Ave. in EHC, or you can call the MMSC at 266-0538 or visit mmsc.org.

entertainment and food. For information, contact Capt. Norm Wilson at 513-0336.

SATURDAY, SEPT. 12

Avalon Golf Club, Cape May Court House. A $110 entry fee includes greens fees, a dinner reception and an awards ceremony. Registration is 11:30am, shotgun start is at 1pm, and dinner reception/awards start 6pm. All proceeds of the golf outing benefit AtlantiCare Hospice. For more information about sponsorship opportunities or to reserve a player slot call AtlantiCare Hospice at 272-2424. n

Sixth Annual Halfway to St. Patrick’s Day Classic

Harbor Pines Golf Club. EHT. The Atlantic City Fire Department “Sand Pipers” Pipe Band hosts the tournament. Shotgun start is at 1:30pm. Registration at noon. Cost of $140 per golfer covers greens fees, golf cart, admission to ceili (Irish dance),

SATURDAY SEPT. 12 5th Annual Kathy Robinson Memorial

AFFORDABLE GOLF Full Service Golf Shop

Putting Green • Professional Lessons

good cinema. bad cinema. Movie times and reviews by Lori Hoffman.

Ben Wilson

Abbiamo Copiers

Copier Bailout 49.95

Copiers as low as + tax (per month) Or Purchase for

$995

Copiers (609) 561-4400 E-mail: acopymax@netscape.net

GOLF

CLUB

SIZZLING SUMMER SUNDAYS! EVERY SUNDAY AFTER 12

18 HOLES

WITH

GREENS FEES & CART DAILY LUNCH SPECIALS

95 49 A Championship Golf Course $

1510 Route 9 North, Swainton

609-465-GOLF www.avalongolfclub.com

39 9 3

Original Value $3,995

Copier Service Contracts Price Roll Back Call for Price Quote

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 08 9 O NB TE H

see more online @

A & E: EVENTS

ATTRACTIONS ®

South Jersey Review Atlantic City Weekly’s Cultural Calendar Listings compiled by Mike Pritchard 646-4848, ext. 31 / e-mail: listings@acweekly.com

THURSDAY SEPT. 10 TO SEPT. 13 Atlantic City In-Water Powerboat & Bokerage Yacht Show Farley Marina at Trump Marina, 600 Huron Ave., Atlantic City. As the region’s largest and first major boat show of the fall season, the show is the first chance to step aboard the newest, never-before-seen models for 2010. With 400 boats in the water and another 300 boats on land, the show offers the chance to see the hottest sport and motor yachts. $15, $5 children under 12. Thurs.-Fri. 11am-7pm, Sat 10am-7pm, Sun. 10am-6pm. isit acinwaterboatshow. com. 14th Annual Roar to the Shore Motorcycle Rally The Wildwoods. Call 729-8870 or visit roartotheshoreonline.com for schedule. (See p. 8)

FRIDAY SEPT. 11 Ocean City Sept. 11 Ceremony

Veterans Memorial Park, 6th & Wesley Ave. Ocean City. Veterans groups and the City will honor the victims of the 9/11 tragedy by holding the annual service. The public is invited. 11am. Call 525.9300. Sea Isle City Patriot Day Ceremony Veterans Park, JFK Boulevard and Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City. Many special guest speakers in attendance to pray and honor of the victims of 9/11, and their families. Mayor Leonard C. Desiderio, VFW Post 1963 Commander Charles Haines, the 4th and 5th graders of the Sea Isle City Public School and many others will particpate. Free. 9:30am. Call 263-4461, ext. 245. Somers Point Sept. 11 Ceremony Patriots Park, Bethel Rd. Somers Point. The event is dedicated to the brave New York City firemen, policemen and military personnel that lost their lives on 9/11/01 in the performance of their duty of saving the lives of others. The keynote speaker will be Colonel Randy King,

PERFORMING ARTS (SEE

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

FRIDAY SEPT. 11 Jimmy Thackery and the Drivers William Morrow Beach, Bay Ave. Somers Point. Finale of Friday night concerts. One of the world’s greatest guitarists playing classic rock and blues. Free. 7-9pm. Danny Eyer Band Tony Canale Amphitheater, Dogwood Ave. Egg Harbor Township. Conclusion of the Rhythm in the Park Concert series. Free. 7pm.

SATURDAY SEPT. 12 Jay and the Techniques Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. Ocean City. Best known for hits such as “Apple, Peaches Pumpkin Pie” and “Keep the Ball Rolling.” $20. 8pm. Call 525-9300 or visit ocnj.us. Mondrian Ensemble First United Methodist Church, 625 Washington St. Cape May. Part of the the 12th season of the Sam Maitin Concert Series. The ensemble consists of present and former members of the Philadelphia Orchestra (Michael Ludwig was the former Associate Concert Master of the Orchestra, for a decade, and now is serving as Concertmaster for Buffalo Philharmonic), Anna Marie Ahn

who was the Wing Commander of the 177th Air National Guard. Free. 8:30am. Cape May County Patriot Day Ceremony County Adminstration Building, 4 Moore Rd. Cape May Courthouse. 5pm.

FRIDAY SEPT. 11 TO SEPT. 13 Street Rod Weekend Sports & Civic Center, 6th St. off the Boardwalk. Ocean City. Classic Car display. Boardwalk display Sat. noon–4pm. Free. Call 525-9300 or visit ocnj.us.

SATURDAY SEPT. 12 Fun Day at Playland’s Castaway Cove 11th & Boardwalk. Ocean City. Ride all the rides from 1–5pm for $10. Proceeds benefit the Humane Society of Ocean City. Call 399-2018 or visit www.hsocnj.org. n

MORE AT ACWEEKLY. COM )

Petersen, violist, John Koen, cellist, and Juilliard MM, Aurelia Mika Chang, piano. They will perform music from Richard Strauss’s Five Movements for Piano Quartet and Johannes Brahms, Piano Quartet in c minor, Opus 60. $20. adults; $l5. seniors, and $l0 students. 7pm. Visit accesstoart.org or call 465-3963. ‘A Midsummer’s Night Dream’ Margate Performing Arts Center, 7804 Amherst Ave., Margate. Presented by the Atlantic City Ballet with 22 professional dancers. $25, seniors $22, children $15. 7:30pm. Call 804-1995 or visit acballet.org.

SUNDAY SEPT. 13 Annie Moses Band Ocean City Tabernacle, 5th & Wesley Ave. Ocean City. String instruments put through their paces, along with Annie’s singing: jazz, country, gospel, classical. Free. 7pm. Call 3991915 or visit octabernacle.org. Ocean City Pops - ‘Salute to America’ Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. Ocean City. Keystone State Boychoir returning from their world tour in a boisterous program joined by baritone Justin Gonzales. Tickets $15/10. 7:30pm. Call 525-9245.

WEDNESDAY SEPT. 16 Ocean City Pops - ‘Night in Old Vienna’ Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk, Ocean City. An annual POPS crowd pleaser paying homage to the Waltz King — Johann Strauss, Jr. Polkas, marches and waltzes in grand style. Tickets $15/$10. 7:30pm. Call 525-9245 or visit ocnj.us.

SATURDAY SEPT. 19 Doo-Wop Dance party Gardner’s Basin, 800 New Hampshire Ave. Atlantic City. The traditional harmonies of doo-wop will fill the air when four organizations – Atlantic City Historical Waterfront Foundation, Chicken Bone Beach Historical Foundation, Inc., The Rhythm & Blues Foundation and the Atlantic City Free Public Library – present the “Doo-Wop Dance Party.” In addition to performances by the Phyllies Intruders, Justine “Baby” Washington, the Jewels and others, the grounds of Gardner’s Basin will come alive with dance contests and activities for young and old. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Free. 1-4pm. Call 3442880. n

MUSEUMS/EXHIBITS Absecon Lighthouse 31 S.Rhode Island Ave., A.C. Open daily 10am-5pm. Call 449-1360. abseconlighthouse.org. African-American Heritage Museum of Southern NJ Dr. MLK Center, 661 Jackson Rd., Newtonville. To Sept. 26: The Ralph Peterson Story plus works by R.E.B. Manning/Re’ Banfield, Donneta Irvis and Rosalyn Wooding. Tue.Sat. 10am-4pm. aahmsnj.org. Call 704-7262. Atlantic Cape Community College Art Gallery, Building C, Room 125, 5100 Black Horse Pike, Mays Landing. Gallery hours vary. Call 343-5040 or visit atlantic.edu/artgal/ artgal.html. Atlantic City Aquarium Gardner’s Basin, 800 N. New Hampshire Ave., A.C. Super Saturdays and weekends with live diver feeding show 11am and exotic animal show 2pm. Noon-3pm touch tank feeding time. Open daily, 10am-5pm. ($7 adults, $5 seniors, $4 children) 3482880. atlanticcityaquarium.com. Atlantic City Historical Museum & Art Center Garden Pier, N.J. Ave. & The Boardwalk, A.C. Free. 347-5839 or acmuseum.org. Atlantic Heritage Center 907 Shore Rd., Somers Point. Local Historical Museum. Hours Wed.-Sat. 10am-3:30pm. 927-5218 or atlanticheritagecenternj.org. Brownstone Puppet Theatre Village Greene, Historic Smithville, 615 E. Moss Mill Rd. Shows weekends at noon, 2 & 4pm. Museum open noon4pm. Free. 652-5750. brownstonepuppettheatre.com. Cape May County Zoo Crest Haven Rd. and Route 9, Cape May Court House. 80-acre zoological park with nearly 550 animals representing more than 200 species on exhibit. Free. 10am-4:45pm. 465-5271. capemaycountyzoo.org. Carriage House Gallery 1048 Washington St., Cape May. Changing exhibits. 884-5404 or capemaymac.org. Doo-Wop Museum Ocean Ave. near Burke, Wildwood. Dedicated to the pop culture of the late ’50s and ’60s. 523-1958. Edwin B. Forsythe National Wildlife Refuge Headquarters, Great Creek Road, Oceanville. 43,000-acre coastal habitat reserve. Trails, bird-watching. Headquarters 10am-3pm weekdays. Trails open daily, sunrise to sunset. Entrance fee. 652-1665. Galloway Cultural Arts Center Atlantic County Library, 306 E.

Jimmie Leeds Rd., Galloway Twp. 204-8278 or gallowayculturalartscenter.org. Great Bay Gallery 829 Bay Avenue, Somers Point. Hours Wed.-Fri. 3-8pm; Sat. 3–9 pm. 6534991. Lucy the Elephant 9200 Atlantic Ave., Margate. Hours Mon.-Fri 11am-4pm; Sat.-Sun. 10am-5pm. 823-6473. lucytheelephant.org. Marine Mammal Stranding Center Sealife Museum Marine Mammal Stranding Center, 3625 Brigantine Blvd., Brigantine. Mon.-Sat. 10am-4pm; Sun. 11am3pm. Call 266-0538. marinemammalstrandingcenter.org. NAS Wildwood Aviation Museum 500 Forrestal Rd., Cape May Airport, Rio Grande. Admission $6 adults, $4 children ages 3-12. 9am-5pm daily. 886-8787. usnasw.org. Nature Center of Cape May 1600 Delaware Ave., Cape May. Tours, nature walks, educational programs. Tues.-Sat, 10am-3pm. 898-8848. Noyes Museum 733 Lily Lake Road, Oceanville. “Signature Artists Exhibition.” Works from 28 regional artists to Sept. 13. “Currents: Recent Acquisitions from the Permanent Collection,” to Oct. 4. “David Ahlsted: Reality Reconstructed” to Oct. 11. Thurs.-Sat. 10am-4:30pm. Sun. noon-5pm. 652-8848. noyesmuseum.org. Noyes Museum Hammonton Gallery 5 S.Second St., Hammonton. Sept: mix-media artist Liz Nicklus, and sculptor Christopher Smith. Reception Sept. 11, 5-8pm. Hours Tue.-Thur. 11am-6pm, Fri.–Sat. 11am-7pm. Call 652-8006 or visit noyesmuseum.org/hammonton.html. Ocean City Arts Center 1735 Simpson Ave., Ocean City. Sept.: Paintings by Chun-Yan Hilyard. Mon.-Fri. 9am-9pm, Sat. 9am-4pm, Visit oceancityartscenter. org or call 399-7628. Ocean City Fine Arts League 608 Asbury Ave., Ocean City. Aug.: Sep.: Pastel Show; Juried and Judged with cash awards plus honorable mention. 10am-6pm daily. 814-0308 or oceancityfineartsleague. org. Ocean City Historical Museum 1735 Simpson Ave., 0cean City. Lectures Thursdays. Free. 3991801. Ocean Galleries 9618 Third Ave., Stone Harbor. 3687777. Visit oceangalleries.com.

Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum New York Ave. & Boardwalk, A.C. 10am-11pm. 347-2001. ripleys.com. Sam Azeez Museum of Woodbine Heritage 610 Washington Ave., Woodbine. Displays about the culture and history in and around Woodbine. Open Wed.-Fri. and Sunday, 10am-4pm. 646-9400 or thesam.org. SOMA New Art Gallery 31 Perry St., Cape May. Open Thurs.Sun. 10am-5pm or by appointment. 898-7488. somagallery.net. South Dennis Art Gallery 927 South Dennis Rd., Cape May Court House. Featuring works by Tina York. Hours 11am-6pm daily (closed Wed.). 231-8132. SJ Railroad Museum 21 Mt. Pleasant Rd., Tuckahoe. Fri., 11am-3pm, Sat., 11am-4pm and Sun., noon-4pm. 628-2850 or 6415315. sjrails.net. Stockton Art Gallery Richard Stockton College, Jimmie Leeds Rd, Pomona. Hours Mon., Wed.-Fri. 11:30am-4pm, Tue. 11:30am-8pm, Sat. noon-4pm. Call 652-4214 or visit stockton.edu/artgallery. Wetlands Institute 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., Stone Harbor. Ongoing: “Sex & Gluttony on the Delaware Bay.” Trails, observation tower. 368-1211. wetlandsinstitute.org. WheatonArts Exhibit 1501 Glasstown Rd., Millville. Admission $10, $9 seniors, $7 students. Tues. to Sun. 10am-5pm. 1856-825-6800. wheatonarts.org.

VILLAGES & WINERIES Balic Winery 6623 Rt. 40, Mays Landing, 6252166. balicwinery.com. Batsto Village 4110 Nesco Rd., Hammonton, 5610024. batstovillage.org. Cape May Winery 711 Town Bank Rd., Cape May. 8841169. capemaywinery.com Historic Cold Spring Village 720 Route 9, Cape May, Early American open-air living history museum. Sept. 12-13 Civil War Weekend. Open daily except Mon. 10am-4:30pm. 898-2300. hcsv.org. Historic Smithville & Village Greene Rt. 9, Smithville. 748-6160. smithvillenj.com. Renault Winery 72 N. Bremen Ave., Egg Harbor City. renaultwinery.com. Tomasello Winery 225 White Horse Pike, Hammonton, 800-666-9463. tomasellowinery.com. Tuckerton Seaport Rt. 9, Tuckerton, 296-8888. tuckertonseaport.org. n

PEOPLE

Queen Tea B Interview by Carole Mattessich

ARBARA BROWN’S BRIGHT, outgoing personality would befit a talk-show host or sitcom star. It’s also perfect for running her Abseconbased business, British Connection, where she offers British items ranging from tea sets, to “Mr. Happy” first-aid kits complete with “bruise soothers,” to boot soap, to — well, you get the picture. She’ll also welcome you to enjoy tea and scones, with a complement of lively conversation. You’re an American who lived in England. Why do we so love the Brits? We share a lot of culture. Same language, same kind of theatre and entertainment, and, up to a point, same history. With some people who really love England, I find it’s the Beatles, or that whole ’60s kind of musical, rock thing. Many other Americans are into the ‘Brit-coms,’ those sweet little comedies like Keeping Up

es with mashed potatoes and gravy, and That wasn’t my husband, but he talked me there’s “spotted dick” — sounds scary, but into moving to England. I loved it. One night I went into a pub and here’s Dave it’s a dessert, a sponge cake with raisins. singing at the microphone. I was coming You recently moved the store from Smithville out of the ladies’ room at one point, and he suddenly grabbed me and kissed me to Absecon. Two years ago we found this charming old and said, “I need to see you again.” house in Absecon. Perfect for us — we like to have friends in for food, drink, music. Subtle … Walking the dogs here, we saw this shop Yeah, I thought: what a jerk? But the next was available, and it’s larger but only five day I was bored, and I thought, let me Appearances and As Time Goes By. There’s miles from the Smithville location. call this guy and let him take me out for also a new group: kids who love soccer. lunch. It was the best first date ever. Dish time … tell us your British love story! Just now, several people came in for groceries. People in my family typically weren’t big Any chance of returning to England? Our foods are very popular. British families travelers — we spent summers in Ocean It’s been 15 years, and our lives are here. I — just a part of our client base — like the City, which they thought already was a knew we were committed to staying here really traditional things. My husband and really beautiful part of the world. But, in after 9-11, which really affected us. For friends from England are surprised I carry my early 20s, I worked with my friend one instant, I said maybe we should leave items so “old fashioned” or “old worldy,” Denise at the Waterfront in Somers Point, — and my husband’s response was he but, for some, that brings back memories. and all we wanted to do was travel. She’d wanted to join the military here [and] help met a ship’s doctor, from Norway, on a out! He has good memories of England, but What would you consider traditional British cruise and she wanted me to go over with we both love America 100 percent. n offerings? her. I knew exactly what would happen: There’s Shepherd’s Pie, which tradition- I’d spend all my money, and be left on my Send Carole Mattessich your suggestions for ally is lamb, but most people prefer with own. So I made a deal, I’d go to Norway if interesting subjects for our “People” column. ground beef. Then there’s “toad in the we traveled everywhere else in Europe first. E-mail cmattessich@acweekly.com. hole,” a banger, or sausage, in Yorkshire We landed in London, and the first night pudding. “Banger and mashed” is sausag- there I met a chap at the Hippodrome. see more online @

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 08 9 O NB TE H 41 1 4

FEATURE

S 6

M 7

T 8

W 9

Atlantic City Pro Bodybuilding Competition

Muscles and Might at the Marina

Where: Trump Marina When: Sept. 11 & 12 (Fri. 5pm; Sat. 10am, 1pm & 6pm) How Much: $20-$100

The IFBB brings its annual Atlantic City Pro Bodybuilding and fitness championships to Trump Marina Friday and Saturday By Michael Pritchard

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

T WAS IN 1965 AT THE Brooklyn Academy of Music when the world of bodybuilding changed. On that night Larry Scott, the star bodybuilder of his time, took the first ever title of Mr. Olympia. Sure other titles existed — Mr. America, Mr. World and Mr. Universe — but Scott had won them all already. With his first Mr. Olympia title (he would win again in 1966 before retiring) Scott gave publisher and promoter Joe Weider the start he needed to build up his fledgling contest and his International Federation of Bodybuilding and Fitness (IFBB). Weider recognized that for the sport of bodybuilding to survive, his athletes needed regular competitions and shows. He would create a schedule of events, which, 39 years later, now includes the Atlantic City Pro event, this Friday and Saturday (Sept. 11-12) at Trump Marina. Mr. Olympia hit the big time in 1969 when a young Austrian named Arnold Schwarzenegger competed for the first time. The future California governor lost to Sergio Oliva, a threetime winner. Schwarzenegger would take the title in 1970 and would win five more in succession. Three notable events occurred during the run, including a ’72 showdown with Oliva, which fans still argue about, a ’74 showdown with Lou Ferrigno and the 1975 documentary Pumping Iron, which launched Schwarzenegger’s acting career. For Weider, however, it was names like these that would cement bodybuilding into the culture and keep his league going strong. Weider would also be at the forefront of the steroids and doping controversies, instituting steroids tests and other controls in the 1980s. Though Weider’s publishing career began in 1940 with the magazine Your Physique, it’s always been the sport itself he’s loved. “I may be best known as a publisher, but my brother and I were always promoters at heart,” Weider says in a quote off the IFBB Web site. “Throughout our history, we have been blessed with dedicated, hardworking promoters who take

finisher for Ms. Olympia. She also holds a doctorate degree in pharmacy, which she uses in her day job of a consultant at a regional poison center in Maryland.

Gustavo Badell — Born in Venezuela, Badell now lives in Puerto Rico. Gustavo stands only 5’8” but weighs in on stage at a ripped 240 pounds. Originally Badell was a kick boxer and boxer who took on weight-lifting to gain weight and bulk. That led to a bodybuilding career. After a slow start, Badell has risen to be one of the most popular performers on the IFBB tour.

For Joe Weider, it was names like Arnold Schwarzenegger, Sergio Oliva and Lou Ferrigno that would cement bodybuilding into the culture and keep his IFBB league going strong. great pride in providing the stage upon which our athletes compete.” That stage shifts constantly. Over the decades Mr. Olympia shows have traveled the globe. The Atlantic City Pro is one of the last competitions before the Olympia contest.

The Judging In a pro bodybuilding competition, competitors are divided by weight class gender and size. They are judged both for bodybuilding and fitness. According to the IFBB, “Certain objective criteria are involved in assessing symmetry and natural aesthetics in competitive bodybuilding. Of great significance are the qualities of balance, proportion and the overall ‘flow’ of the physique, including classic

attributes such as a dramatic ‘V-taper’; from broad shoulders and a wide back to a streamlined waist and a flat, muscular abdomen. In addition, there should be balance between upper and lower body development, and harmony between the left and right sides of the body.” Judges award points in several body categories in several rounds of judging.

The Bodybuilders Here’s a look at some of the star bodybuilders scheduled to compete in the Atlantic City Pro.

James Flex Lewis — Born in Wales, Lewis has won both the Mr. Wales and Mr. Britain titles several times. He now lives in Tennessee. He attributes his interest in the sport to a book by Tom Platz he read as a child. From that day on he wanted to have huge legs. Add to that a love of Schwarzenegger films and a bodybuilder is born.

Nicole Ball — A fast-rising star, Ball overcame an eating disorder early on and credits bodybuilding with helping her change her life. She parlayed a first place finish in her weight class in Atlantic City last year as a springboard for Ms. Olympia, where she placed eighth. This year could be the charm.

Melvin Anthony — Last year’s heavyweight male winner, Anthony is originally from California. Anthony got into pro bodybuilding in the early ’90s after suffering a knee injury that ended a promising college football career. He is a devoted Christian and has numerous Bible verses posted on his Web site. He parlayed his A.C. win into a 6th place finish in Mr. Olympia.

Mah-Ann Mendoza — Last year she placed No. 2, setting up a showdown Lisa Aukland — The winner of the again with Auckland. Mendoza is a suc2008 Atlantic City show and on a win- cessful fitness trainer who offers a numning streak here since 2006, American ber of exercise programs. Not bad for a bodybuilder Aukland is a perpetual top 10 nearly 50-year-old fan favorite. n see more online @

THE ‘F’ WORD

Need Extra Bread? T By Whitney Ullman

HESE DAYS, I CAN’T TURN THE corner without someone telling me about some type of relationship marketing company (RMC). And if you’re not currently hooked up with one — not of the eHarmony variety, read on — then it is sometimes hard to grasp the concept of some of these types of (usually) webbased companies. Most times the income part or even the benefit of the product can seem too good to be true. I was one of those skeptical people before — but then I figured what’s the worst that can happen? I took a shot with a company that sells a health product and boy did I do the right thing. Not only has it helped me as well as many people in my life in terms of health, but now I am also earning residual income. Many of us think that all of these “workfrom-home”-type companies are pyramid schemes. Half of us don’t even know

the company. Three, do something that you believe in. Four, be able to handle rejection. Five, understand the company’s compensation plan. Six, don’t be afraid to ask questions. And finally, the most imporwhat that term means, but we know that tant, make sure that you have a good supit’s always better to be cautious. port structure, where people above you are Back in the day when these schemes willing to help you with your business. first started, the guy at the top always It is imperative that you have a knowlmade more money than the guy at the edgeable and proactive leader, because bottom. But what corporation is not many of us get discouraged easily and it structured that way? Think of RMCs becomes a lot of work to keep up everylike this: If you put 110 percent of your thing by yourself. These businesses are a efforts into your current job, would you smart way to earn extra income and many get paid 110 percent more? Well, with of them are proven to work. relationship marketing you get paid by how much effort you put in and most of Whitney’s Radar these companies are not spending mil- To be or not to be — on the guest list that is. lions on advertising because they believe After an experience this past holiday weekthat word of mouth is the best form of end I realized how important it is to get on promotion and so they pay you instead. the VIP list when going to a club in Atlantic Anybody looking to make some extra City. In one respect it was cool getting into cash should listen to a friend, neighbor a local club right away with no cover when or family member who wants to tell you there were lines around the block. about one. Take a chance, but make sure On the other hand, however, it’s sad to follow these crucial steps: when you see people you know who One, do your research. Two, make sure have been waiting in line for hours and that you trust the person telling you about are willing to pay and still have not had

the chance to get in. Where should these venues draw the line? Long story short, I got three others and myself into a local hot spot on Saturday night without a blink of an eye — but our group had nine other friends anxiously waiting to get in — and after close to three hours waiting, they never got in! Paying customers! To me, this seems unacceptable — no matter the venue. These places are a lot of fun and definitely something special in the Atlantic City area, so we should all try to portray that and make anyone who is willing to wait and pay feel special as well. n

W HITNEY U LLMAN Dishing out advice on various topics to our female readers on issues related to networking, dating, employment, news, events, shopping and much more. She is the current president of the Greater Atlantic City Jaycees and owner of My Jewels by Whitney.

see more online @

A C WAeCe W k lE yE .KcLoY .mC O/ MS E/P TMEM R 0 10 0 ,, 2 20 00 09 9 O NB TE H 43 3 4

$10.00 Off

New Management

/3!+! 4(%2!09 • Body Shampoo • Beautiful Young Girls • Stress Relaxation • Open 24/7 2325 Atlantic Avenue Atlantic City 1 block from Trump Plaza

609.344.1555

ADULT VIDEO VIDEO ADULT

LIVE NUDE GIRLS!

adult advertising

The Biggest Selection of DVDs and Novelties

Come Create Your Own Fantasy

DVDs

starting at

799

Peep Shows 63 Different Channels

Live Nude Girls

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W ee k l y . C O M

Mon. - Thurs. Noon to 11pm Fri. & Sat. 12pm to 12am

Live Nude Girls With Private Booths

Newest Releases Changed Weekly Open Fri. & Sat. 11am - 4am Open Sun. - Thurs. 11am - midnight

1824 Atlantic Ave., Atlantic City Between Ohio & Indiana Aves. 352-6611

609.646.4848 display: x28 classified: x28

Economy Escorts

?i Oekh Ced[o J_]^j5 9ec[ ][j W gkWb_jo [iYehj Wj W fh_Y[ j^Wji h_]^j$ M^[h[ gkWb_jo WdZ lWbk[ c[[j WdZ [gkWbi fh_Y[ h_]^j \kd

,&/$-*)$*&()

9Wi_dei" >eki[ E\ÅY[ 9Wbbi

Asian Travel

CHOICE ASIAN CENTURY ESCORTS MASSAGE

ESCORT

Out Calls Only Most Beautiful Asian Princesses Will Give You An Unforgettable Time, Best Massage Guaranteed.

JAPANESE CHINESE KOREAN Very Young Girls Back Pain? Neck Pain? Stress?

Call for appointment

641-0219

Therapy

609-340-8899

All Casinos Within 10 Minutes

Outcall Only

24 Hours / 7 Days

(609) 338-2525 609-477-1945

Route 9

Mino’s Bakery

Stress Therapy ---< Chestnut St

GRAND OPENING

SWEDISH & PRESSURE POINT MASSAGE Atlantic CityX

Atlantic City Weekly Classifieds Deadline Monday at 5pm

STRESS RELIEF

24/7

“Delight Yourself! Come enjoy a soothing professional massage.”

Ocean Therapy

INDIANA AVE., 1

BLOCK FROM

BALLY & CLARIDGE

609-345-2253

1722 ATLANTIC AVE., ATLANTIC CITY

A C W e e k ly. C O M / S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

Free Lighted Parking In Rear

Stress Black Horse Pike ---<

An Oriental Shiatsu Massage will improve circulation, relieve stress & help you unwind. Table Shower Body Shampoo Dry Sauna

A.C. CASINOS AND ALL ATLANTIC COUNTY

“You Will Feel Like A King With Us”

Adult ClassiďŹ eds Atlantic City Weekly Classified Ads: Call 646-4848 Ext 28. Deadline: Monday at 5pm. Email: classifieds@acweekly.com Mail: AC Weekly Classifieds, Bayport One, 8025 Black Horse Pike, Suite 350, W. Atlantic City, NJ, 08232 ADULT SERVICES ARE YOU LOOKING FOR SOMETHING DIFFERENT Kinky, and fun? Let me show you the ropes... M-F 9-5 609-992-4142. DOMINATRIX NADIA serious callers only 609233-5995 BEAUTIFUL, SEXY WOMEN! Erotic Fantasies! All Fetishes! Specials! Just tell us what you want... 609-9488143. HOT LATIN & EBONY FEMALES! Gorgeous Erotic ladies for COMPANIONSHIP or BACHELOR PARTY! CALL NOW! 609-948-8143. ESCORT **21 YR OLD BRAZILLIAN Amazon Beauty (CC accepted). 609-233-5995

34-24-34 Beautiful mature minded good girl who just found her naturally naughty sexy side. Come explore 609-813-4649

Alluring SHEMALES, TRANSSEXUALS & Hot BOYS- To make all of your fantasies a reality. Call Aloring Escorts 609-289-8563 AWESOME TWIN PEAKS... Sexy blonde 38DD (42 yrs old). Incall available Ocean City area. Ask for Nicole at 609-247-7840

HEIDI

34-24-34 sexy, beautiful & accommodating. Are you bored, lonely, stressed? Say goodbye to those unwanted feelings, say hello to Heidi-Hoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s do-it nice and slow, pleasurable release, relief therapy. Does the body good!

609-317-4541

BOYS FOR BOYS* Hot Latinos, White & Black Boys available 24/7. ALORING ESCORTS at 609-289-8563

RAVEN

34C-24-34. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll remind you of your favorite roller coaster - wild & fun. Once you ride me you will want to scream. 609-713-4541

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M

ESCORT

ROSE

34-24-33. Young hot and beautiful here for your wants needs and desires, role play and fantasies. 609-813-4649 CALL MIMI 36-24-35 25 yr. old, very sexy and beautiful Korean girl. I will treat you like a king. 609-338-5133 MADISON* A 23yr old H-O-T blonde 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122;3â&#x20AC;? 105lbs 34D-22-32... Call me for a unforgettable time 609-3777125. I accept credit cards... â&#x20AC;&#x153;discreet billingâ&#x20AC;? WOWW SHERRY Over 35yr, 116lbs. Reasonable rates. A.C. area, I travel up to one hour. 609-457-0859. www. wowsherry.com VISA/ MC SEARCH WOWW SHERRY on ebay

Lily

34-24-32 Young hot and beautiful here for your wants needs and desires, role play and fanatsies.

609-813-4649

MASSAGE

#01 Blonde Christy Invite me to your room to experience my magical hands. 609-816-9202

#1 Candy is a Korean College Girl 21 Year old ...SEXY & HOT! 3524-35, 5â&#x20AC;&#x2122; 2â&#x20AC;? I COME TO YOU! Daytime ok 609-328-1641

MASSAGE

Temptations

Young, beautiful and fun Tasteful Temptations of forbidden fruit Casino, House and Office Calls

609-813-4649

5<A

;645A@ @NaV[ @URRa`ÂŞ 4_RNa :N``NTR 0YN``f 0\Z]N[V\[`

<baPNYY ! $ # & &!% % !

.',#).&&

#1 NUDE FULL-BODY MASSAGE FOR MEN. MUSCULAR masculine MALE with a sensual touch. Massage & MORE... AC hotels/ casinos/residences. No in-calls. 609-287-6004 $99 Special... Looking for quick stress relief? Private, discreet. M-F 9a-5p. 609-892-3808 AA HORNY PETER THE BEST FROM KEY WEST EROTIC NUDE M A S S A G E / A N YTHING GOES - YOUR FANTASY GUARANTEED by Slim versatile bi-sexual Male. YOUR ACCOMMODATIONS ...609-224-8446 MASSAGE M/W doing couple massages sexy vixen curly hair 36C luscious lips thick with curvy hips well endowed white male, green eyes, blonde hair 6â&#x20AC;&#x2122;1â&#x20AC;? incall, outcall 609-576-1549 973-474-4534 ADULT PHONE SERVICES FIND LOCAL LOVE Record & listen to ads FREE! 609-347-8500, use code 6365, 18+ only. NAUGHTY LOCAL GIRLS WANT TO CONNECT WITH YOU RIGHT NOW! TRY IT FREE! 1-800-640-4999 1-473-405-8999 INTL LD 18+ _________________ XXX LIVE 1-ON-1! 1-800-808-WETT 1-900-226-4800 $3.99 MIN 18+

Job Finder

/bZO\bWQ 1Wbg ESSYZg

Job Fair ÂŽ

Atlantic City Weekly Classified Ads: Call (609) 646-4848. Ext 28. Deadline: Monday at 5pm. Email: classifieds@acweekly.com Mail: AC Weekly Classifieds, Bayport One, 8025 Black Horse Pike, Suite 350, W. Atlantic City, NJ, 08232 HELP WANTED ABLE TO TRAVEL National Company Hiring Sharp People. Able to Start Today. Transportation & Lodging Furnished. NO EXPERIENCE Necessary. Paid Training. Over 18+ 888295-0108 www.green treesolutions.com !BARTENDING! $300 a day potential. No experience necessary, training provided. Call 800-965-6520 x184. GREAT OPPORTUNITY Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re looking for women who are ambitious, outgoing and want to earn some extra $ at a home based business. No experience needed. 732-447-4454 Help Wanted Earn Extra Income, assembling CD cases from home. Start immediately. No experience necessary. 1-800-405-7619 ext. 1395 www.easywork-greatpay.com

EDUCATIONAL SERVICE

AIRLINES ARE HIRING Train for high paying Aviation Maintenance Career. FAA approved program. Financial aid if qualified. Housing Available. Call Aviation Institute of Maintenance (888349-5387)

Attend College Online from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, *Computers, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. Call 800-4880386 www.CenturaOn line.com

ASSEMBLE MAGNETS & CRAFTS FROM HOME! Year-round Work! Excellent Pay! No Experience! Top US Company! Glue Gun, Painting, Jewelry & More! TOLL FREE 1-866844-5091 code 22.

Part Time, Homebased Internet Business. Earn $500 - $1000/ month or more. Flexible hours. Training provided No selling required. FREE details. www.K348.com

HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA! Fast Affordable & Accredited. FREE Brochure. Call NOW! 1-800532-6546Ext. 96. www. continentalacademy.com EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES 2009 POSTAL JOBS!** $14 to $59 hour + Full Benefits. No Experience Required. NOW HIRING! Green Card OK. 1800-913-4384 ext. 95

Government Jobs - $12-$48/hr Full Benefits/Paid Training. Work available in areas like Homeland Security, Law Enforcement, Wildlife & more! 1-800320-9353 Ext. 2002. HELP WANTED Work at Home! Government Jobs. FT/PT, Data Entry, Admin/clerical, customer service and variety of computer jobs. $12-$48/hr, full

The Smart Career Move! Join the growing number of motivated men and women who are taking control of their careers!

benefits, paid training. Call 1-888-293-7370 MYSTERY SHOPPERS NEEDED Earn up to $150 per day. Undercover Shoppers needed to Judge Retail & Dining Establishments. Experience Not Required. Call Now 1-877-218-6211 BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE! Place your 25 word Classified

ad in over 125 newspapers throughout NJ for $475. Contact Diane Trent 609-406-0600 ext. 24. www.njpa.org ALL CASH VENDING! Do you earn up to $800/day? Your own local candy route. Includes 25 Machines and Candy. All for $9,995. Call 1-800460-4276 ALL CASH VENDING! Do you earn $800 in

a day? Your own local candy route. Includes 25 Machines and Candy. All for $9,995 800893-1185 (Void in SD & MD) A U T O M AT I C A L LY EARN $540.00 OR $1080.00 PER MONTH No computer necessary. Phila V. 609347-0214 www.picto money.com

acweekly.com

fall 2009 Monday, October 19 10 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 pm at Shore Mall Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Twp. Bring your resume Get a new job Representatives of local businesses, organizations, training and educational institutions will be on hand for interviews

â&#x20AC;˘ Professional Medical Assistant â&#x20AC;˘ Massage Therapy â&#x20AC;˘ Computerized Accounting Technology â&#x20AC;˘ Legal Office Technology â&#x20AC;˘ Health Claims Specialist â&#x20AC;˘ Pharmacy Technician

Call or Click For More Information!

Make the Smart Career Move!

800-510-7920

Call (609) 646-4848 for more information

School of Business 1201 New Road â&#x20AC;˘ Linwood, NJ

harrisschool.edu

Career placement assistance Financial aid available for those who qualify Day & evening classes

A C W e e k ly. C O M / S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

Harris School of Business offers careerfocused training that prepares students with the skills for todayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s careers.

Classifieds

Atlantic City Weekly Classified Ads: Call 646-4848 Ext 28. Deadline: Monday at 5pm. Email: classifieds@acweekly.com Mail: AC Weekly Classifieds, Bayport One, 8025 Black Horse Pike, Suite 350, W. Atlantic City, NJ, 08232 Trent at 609-406-0600 ext. 24. email dtrent@ njpa.org or visit www. njpa.org. (Nationwide placement available) Ask About our TRI-BY package to reach NY, NJ and PA.

Miscellaneous

MISCELLANEOUS Attend College Online from Home. *Medical, *Business, *Paralegal, *Computers, *Criminal Justice. Job placement assistance. Computer available. Financial Aid if qualified. Call 866-858-2121 www.CenturaOnline.com BUY NEW JERSEY FOR $475 Place your 25-word classified ad in over 130 NJ newspapers! - Call Diane

Have the next great invention or BIG idea? Invent Help can take your invention from idea to reality, from concept to cash. Call (800) 620-8964. NEED TO REACH THE PRESS? Send us your press release and we’ll do the rest! Call Diane Trent at 609-406-0600 ext 24, email dtrent@ njpa.org or visit www. njpa.org

Reach over 1.5 Million Households! Place your 2x2 Display Ad in over 115 NJ weekly newspapers for ONLY $1250. Call Diane Trent at 609-406-0600 ext. 24, email dtrent@ njpa.org or visit www. njpa.org. (Nationwide placement available) Ask About our TRI-BUY package to reach NY, NJ and PA! w w w. n j p u b l i c n o tices.com - Subscribe to receive automatic notices: sheriff sales, foreclosures, RFP, bids for schools, town meetings, variances, etc

cure couple wishes to adopt newborn. Large extended family, suburban home, promises love, laughter, and opportunity. Call Denise and Keith 866-7941844

Discount

HEALTH & FITNESS Male Size Enlargement FDA Medical Vacuum Pumps. Gain 1-3 permanently. Testosterone, Viagra, Cialis. Free brochure. (619) 294-7777 www. drjoekaplan.com (discounts available)

ADOPTION ADOPTION Happily married, financially se-

Auto Classifieds

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W ee k l y . C O M

$500! HONDAS & TOYOTAS FROM $500! Buy Police Impounds & Repos! Acuras, Nissans, Chevys & more from $500! For listings 800-366-0124 ext L215 2000 PORCHE BOXSTER S Silver with black convertible top. Low milage and in Mint Condition. $17,500 OBO -609-3354038 2006 HYUNDAI TIBURON GT Black, 2-Dr coupe, 6 speed, sunroof, excellent condition inside and out, runs great! 28,691 miles, asking $14,000 OBO. Call 609-350-8778. AUDI A6 2002 Fully loaded & excellent condition. Silver with leather package, 88K, asking $13,000 OBO. Andrew 609-9296851

CLEANING SERVICE

Atlantic City Weekly Classifieds

Call 646-4848 ext. 28

PSYCHIC PSYCHIC READINGS Career, Love, Money and Health let me find the answers for you. Amazing accuracy.Call Mannye 609-845-5455

acweekly.com PHILANTHROPY

DISCOUNT A-1 SPECIAL FOR ALL NEW CLASSIFIED ADVERTISERS! This week “Save 10 percent off a 5-week or longer classified line ad order!” You will reach approximately 100,000 weekly readers in over 33 cities in both Atlantic County and Cape May County. This offer is for NEW Advertisers only. Call 609-646-4848 Ext. 28

Classifieds Deadline Monday at 5pm

AUTO FOR SALE

PSYCHIC

Please DONATE your car. 1-800-692-1221. CHILDRENS HOPE CHARITIES. Tax deductible-free pickup-any condition. Also receive gift certificates for each car donated. Help Us, Help Children. LEASE TRADES MERCEDES SL550* Loaded and Mint Condition! White Convertible, Tan Interior, 19” Special AMG wheels, Astroglass roof, AMG Seat package, 35K. Only 13 RP at $1,865/ mo. Eddie 856-304-9700

Atlantic City WEEKLY

CLASSIC 1968 OLDS CUTLASS S- 2-Dr, 162,000 mileage, A1-mechanically, running. Original owner $4500. Constantine 718-232-6722

Classifieds

DONATE YOUR CAR to SPECIAL KIDS FUND. Help Disabled children With Camp and Education. Non-Runners OK. Quickest Free Towing. Free Cruise/Hotel Voucher. Tax Deductible. Call 1-866-448-3254

(609) 646-4848 ext. 28

Fall 2009 Editorial Interns Wanted! College students — looking for a great opportunity to enjoy the beautiful Jersey Shore while gaining some valuable experience (and academic credit) interning in the editorial department at Atlantic City Weekly? Each semester, the AC Weekly interns get a chance to learn the ins and outs of the newspaper business — including online publishing — while gaining experience at all levels of the editorial process. While interns will specialize in fact checking and updating cultural and entertainment listings, there are opportunities for video production and editing, writing bylines, and the internship can be done for academic credit. The internship is unpaid. The intern can also gain experience with Web-based content for our Web site acweekly.com. AC Weekly is looking for interns to work flexible hours 2 days a week this fall. If you are interested, send a letter, resume and any published clips to: editor@acweekly.com Application deadline: Sept. 25, 2009

Classifieds

For Sale

GENERAL MERCHANDISE Advertise your product or service nationwide or by region in up to 12 million households in North America’s best suburbs! Place your classified ad in over 850 suburban newspapers just like this one. Call Classified Avenue at 888-4862466 or go to www. classifiedavenue.net

Financial

FINANCIAL $$$ ACCESS LAWSUIT CASH NOW!! As seen on TV. Injury Lawsuit Dragging? Need $500-$500,000++

Brand new Laptops & Desktops. Bad Credit, No Credit - No Problem. Small Weekly Payments - Order Today and get FREE Nintendo WII game system! Call now 800-317-7891 DISH Network’s BEST OFFER EVER! $19.99/ mo, Over 100 Channels. Plus $675 Signup Bonus AND FREE 4-Room Install w/FREE HD-DVR Call NOW! 1800-917-8288

FURNITURE CHERRY BEDROOM SET Solid Wood, never used, brand new in factory boxes. English Dovetail, Original cost $4500, sell for $749. Can deliver. 201-7808911 LEATHER LIVING ROOM SET in original plastic. never used, Original price $3000, sacrifice $975 Can deliver. Call Bill 201-2556259

within 48/hrs? Low rates. APPLY NOW BY PHONE! 1-888-2710463 www.cash-forcases.com AMERICAN TAX RELIEF SETTLE IRS BACK TAXES Do You Owe Over $15,000? If So... Call us Now! **** FREE CONSULTATION **** For Less Than What You Owe! Stop Wage Garnishments! Remove Bank Levies, Tax Levies & Property

MAP

Classifieds Deadline Monday at 5pm

Deli · Dairy · Bar Bakery & Pizza. Hoods · Ventilation & Fire Systems

Seizures! Stop Payment Plans That Get You Nowhere! Settle State and Business Payroll Tax Problems, Eliminate Penalties, Interest Charges & Tax Liens! SETTLE IRS BACK TAXES, NO OBLIGATION, CONFIDENTIAL. CALL AMERICAN TAX RELIEF 1-800-355-1716 FREE CONSULTATION

sands of Dollars- Out of Debt In Months - NOT Years! Avoid Bankruptcy NOT a High Priced Consolidation Company or A Consumer Credit Counseling Program. CALL CREDIT CARD RELIEF 866-4795353 Not Available in All States

CREDIT CARD RELIEF **** FREE CONSULTATION **** Save Thou-

CALL (609) 646-4848 ext. 28

AC Weekly

Atlantic City Weekly® General Classified ads 3 Lines, $2.50 per Additional Line (5 words per line) • 1X $18.00 • 3X $17.00* • 5X $16.00* • 9X $14.00* • 14X $13.00*

Deadline is Monday at 5pm

Call (609) 646-4848 ext. 28

PROFSSIONAL MASSAGE At my location or yours. Call Brenda, 609-892-0031

Come in and let us pamper you with a Table Shower and an

ASIAN or SWEDISH MASSAGE

and make you feel like you’re in Heaven! 9am-10pm Egg Harbor

609-804-0500

HOME IMPROVEMENT

RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT New & Used

Call Today

215-468-1214 610-521-9650 Music

FINANCIAL

entertainment CLASSICAL VOICE- Professional Singer trained at Oberlin Conservatory and Prague. 18 years experience. Affordable. For details contact voice.classical@gmail.com musicians SINGER: CLASSICAL VOICEProfessional Singer trained at Oberlin Conservatory and Prague. 18 years experience. Affordable. For details contact voice. classical@gmail.com

A C W e e k ly. C O M / S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

Advertise In

MIND, BODY, SPIRIT ALWAYS 1st CLASS Pamper yourself - You deserve it! 7 days 9-7. Enjoy! 609-576-2296

RESTAURANT EQUIPMENT

Atlantic City Weekly

Call 646-4848 ext. 28

Hot Tub ‘09 - 6 person, 33 chrome jets, 3 pumps, ozone, waterfall, aromatherapy, fiber optics, never used, cost $8,500, sell $3850. Call 732-718-3344

Mind, Body, Spirit

Real Estate Atlantic City Weekly Real Estate Classified line Ads 646-4848 ext. 28. Display Ads: Call 646-4848 Ext 16. Deadline: Monday at 5pm. Email: classifieds@acweekly.com, Mail: AC Weekly Classifieds, Bayport One, 8025 Black Horse Pike, Suite 350, W. Atlantic City, NJ, 08232

Paradise Found

Executive sprawling Ranch, Egg Harbor Township. 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, great room, living room, dining room, breakfast room. Open flowing floor plan on an acre of manicured property. Very private landscaped yard with huge 2 level deck for entertaining and morning coffee. Volume and tray ceilings throughout. Custom interior, immaculate and everything is perfect and just like a new model home. Asking $419,000

Call 609-576-5555

Atlantic City Weekly Classifieds

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W ee k l y . C O M

Call (609) 646-4848 EXT. 28

CONDOS FOR SALE 5000 BOARDWALK CONDO Large studio on high floor (580 sq. ft.) Sold furnished and move in ready. Parking available. Great ocean, Bay and AC views from this North facing unit. No renters please. Call Mark at 201-401-3811 for more details and pricing. BRIGANTINE lg bch blk condo near transp. 2BR, hardwood flrs, pool. No money down to qual. buyer. $189,900. Rent with option to buy. 973-9074921 REAL ESTATE FOR SALE 3bd, 2ba HUD Home only $200/mo! 4 bd 2ba Home only $325/mo! Priced to Sell. More Homes Available! 5% dn 20 yrs @ 8% apr! For listings 800-366-0142 ext T253

Florida - 40 acre parcels Only 6 remaining. 100% useable. MUST SELL $119,900 ea. Owner Financing from 3 1/2% Call 1-800-FLA-LAND (352-5263) Florida Woodland Group, Inc. Lic. RE Broker. North Carolina Mountains. NEW! E-Z Finish Log Cabin Shell With Loft and Full Basement. Includes acreage. $99,900 Financing Available. 828-247-9966 code 45. N/J REAL ESTATE FOR RENT A Bank Repo! 4BR 2BA $18,900! Only $225/Mo! More homes from $199/Mo! 5% down 15 years @ 8% apr. For listings 1-800-385-4006. Ext. 5640

WINTER RENTALS O.C. NJ 1BR condo, newly renov, 2BA, fully furn., mins off GSP exit 25. Cent. loc. Covered parking, elevator, no pets/smking. Avail. Sept-June. $750/mo+uils 215-233-9248 OFFICE SPACE DELILAH ROAD* Office/Warehouse. Will divide. Desk space available. Call 609-646-0900 YEARLY RENTALS AC WARWICK 1BDRM condo. On beach/boardwalk oceanviews w/terrace, pool, 24/7 security. **ALL UTILITIES AND CABLE INCLUDED** $1150 month 609-417-0571 BRIGANTINE* Beautifully Furnished Townhouse2Bdrm, 2.5Ba, Gas heat, C/A,

Parking, Immaculate. Available immediately. - $1200/mo + Utilities. www.vrbo.com #59184 *(856)582-7673 BUY HUD HOMES from $199/mo! 4 bd 2ba only $325/mo! 3 bd, 2ba only $199/mo! More Homes from $199/mo! 5% dn, 15 yrs @ 8% apr! for Listings 800-366-0142 ext 252. OCEANFRONT APTS. Brigantine Monthly/Yearly. (Introductory is $1000-$1200/monthly-yearly) Utilities included. Pet Friendly. One Bedroom with Private Balconies facing the Ocean. Maximum (2) persons. Furnished/Unfurnished. References necessary. (800550-5553).

LABOR DAY SPECIALS Margate

Egg Harbor Twp Beautiful builderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s model 4 Bedrm 2 1/2 bath home w/ upgrades galore including master suite w/ firpl, full bsmnt, famrm w/ firpl, etc. etc. spacious rooms thru-out w/ a huge back yard in an established neighborhood for $349,900

A rare find - A pet friendly SOUTHSIDE 2 Bedrm condo w/extra large deck & totally redone. Reduced to $244,000.

Margate Duplex

Egg Harbor Twp

Spacious 1st floor unit w/ 2 Bedrms 2 Baths, large master suite, eat-in kit & formal diningrm, cent air - easily converted to 3 Bedrm; 2nd floor is 2 Bedrm, 1 Bath. For sale, asking $419,000

/bZO\bWQ 1Wbg ESSYZg

Job Fair

Rosey Wynn Direct Toll Free Cell

ROSEY WYNN

Broker / Sales Associate

(609) 487-7222 Direct (609) 335-1955 Cell (609) 822-1186 Eves.

A SHORE BET - Large efficiency located just minutes to Longport and Ocean City beaches - Move in condition, low fees, large pool and magnificent views. $67,500 roseywynn@aol.com (800) 333-7045 X122 (609) 822-4200 X122

Fox & Roach, REALTORSÂŽ 9218 Ventnor Ave., Margate, NJ 08402

Call me for a market analysis of your property. No obligation, of course!

ÂŽ

fall 2009 Monday, October 19 10 am â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 5 pm at Shore Mall Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Twp.

Representatives of local businesses, organizations, training and educational institutions will be on hand for interviews

Call (609) 646-4848 for more information

A C W e e k l y . c o m / S E P T EM B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9

Bring your resume Get a new job

S E P T E M B E R 1 0 , 2 0 0 9 / A C W E E K LY. C O M