Vol. 9, No. 1 - Wednesday, February 9

A sprightly sheet full of the sprays of the old ocean ¯ Wednesday, February 9, 2011 ¯ Vol. 9, No. 1 ¯ Cape May, America’s Original Seaside Resort

Cub Scout Pack 73’s Annual Pinewood Derby

The Cub Scout Pack 73 held their annual Pinewood Derby on January 29. Pictured are Zac Lambert, Josh Hedum, Mike Nolan, Kate Weber, Tony Genaro – more inside. Aleksey Moryakov

The Exit Zero Bouquet Ambush!

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THIS WEEK...

Pucker Up...

It’s The... KISSING Issue

All The New Year’s Eve Parties Are Inside

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The Almanac THURSDAY February 10 Partly cloudy

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High Temperature: 29 Low Temperature: 22 Chance of Rain: 20% Sunrise: 6:57am Sunset: 5:31pm High Tides: 12:08am, 12:23pm Low Tides: 6:23am, 6:16pm

FRIDAY February 11 Sunny

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High Temperature: 36 Low Temperature: 28 Chance of Rain: 0% Sunrise: 6:56am Sunset: 5:32pm High Tides: 1:00am, 1:20pm Low Tides: 7:23am, 7:10pm

SATURDAY February 12 Sunny

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High Temperature: 38 Low Temperature: 29 Chance of Rain: 0% Sunrise: 6:55am Sunset: 5:33pm High Tides: 2:01am, 2:28pm Low Tides: 8:30am, 8:12pm

SUNDAY February 13 Sunny

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High Temperature: 42 Low Temperature: 31 Chance of Rain: 0% Sunrise: 6:54am Sunset: 5:35pm High Tides: 3:07am, 3:38pm Low Tides: 9:34am, 9:17pm

MONDAY February 14 Sunny

G High Temperature: 40 Low Temperature: 32 Chance of Romance: 100% Sunrise: 6:52am Sunset: 5:36pm High Tides: 4:10am, 4:40pm Low Tides: 10:32am, 10:19pm

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Inside This Issue «The Coffee Break Page................. Page 12 «Ramblings From the Editor.........Page 13 «Food & Drink Guide.................... Page 21 «The Contest Page......................... Page 24 «Employee of the Week................. Page 27 «Gift Certificate Giveaway............ Page 30 « Customer Service..........................Page 35 « The Old Fogey............................. Page 39 «Must Haves................................. Page 41 «The Answer Lady........................ Page 45

« The Shopping Guide................... Page 47 «Cape May Crossword.................. Page 56 «The Dating Column..................... Page 57 «Health & Beauty Guide................ Page 60 «Activity of the Week.................... Page 63 «The Movie Column....................... Page 65 «Adopt An Animal.........................Page 66 « Bird Droppings .......................... Page 71 «Homes of the Week...................... Page 85 «About Exit Zero........................... Page 87

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1/29: Cub Scout Pack 73’s Pinewood Derby At Cape May Elementary

Benjamin, John, Matthew, Kaidson

Tony Genaro, Janzell Rodriguez

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

LUCKY BONES BACKWATER GRILLE

or to LB f e m e Tak ay! ine’s D Valent

Critic’s Choice “BEST LUNCH” - NJ Monthly BRING YOUR VALENTINE TO LUCKY BONES!!!

1200 Route 109 South, Cape May

Lunch • Dinner Thin Crust Brick-Oven Pizza

(609) 884-BONE (2663)

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WEDNESDAY SPECIAL FEBRUARY 9 ONLY Fried SHRIMP PLATTER ...... $5.95 each

Diane Anderson, Tiffany Hutchinson, Marianne Galvan

Served with French fries or baked potato & coleslaw

FISH MARKET SPECIALS FRI., FEB. 11 THRU SUNDAY, FEB 13

SHRIMP CHOWDER .................. $5.50 pint

TAKE-OUT SPECIALS

FRIDAY, FEB. 11 & SATURDAY, FEB. 12 APPETIZER FOR 2 SPECIAL - 2 BBQ Clams, 2 Deviled Clams, 2 Clams Casino, 2 Oysters Rockefeller ........... $7.95 FRIED OYSTER PLATTER ................................................ $9.95 Served with Mac & Cheese and Stewed Tomatoes.

BROILED LOBSTER TAIL, CRAB CAKE AND SHRIMP PLATTER .............................................. $12.50 Served with baked potato or French fries and coleslaw.

Logan, Stephanie and Erica Grubb

BUY ONE GET ONE FREE SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 13 Fried or Broiled SEAFOOD COMBO ........................ $12.95 Shrimp, scallops, filet of fish & deviled clam Served with french fries or baked potato & cole slaw.

Fisherman’s Wharf ª Cape May

609-884-3064 www.thelobsterhouse.com Call Ahead & We’ll HaveIt Waiting For You! Todd, Kristine and Tucker Emerson

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TRY OUR $10.99 ENTREE MENU! LIVE ENTERTAINMENT...

TUESDAY

WEDNESDAY

DJ Jon K $2 Miller Lites

Karaoke Get Your Mug into the Mug!

FRIDAY

SATURDAY

Stellar Mojo

The Loop

OPEN 7 DAYS 11AM-2AM YEAR ROUND!

(609) 884-3459 426 Washington Street Mall, Cape May

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Gavin Aftanis

AJ Fucci

Trey Genaro

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

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C-View Inn Cape May’s Oldest & Friendliest Tavern

Mondays - RIB DAY 1/2 Rack - $8.50 All Day Long Tuesdays - TAVERN PIZZA & TACO DAY $3.50 Small Pizzas $5.50 Large Pizzas $1 Tacos Wednesdays OUR FAMOUS WING NIGHT! starting at 3pm

BEST WINGS IN SOUTH JERSEY TAKE-OUT PACKAGE GOODS DAILY SPECIALS 8 FLAT SCREEN TVs HAPPY HOUR Mon - Tues - Thurs - Fri 3-5pm $2 Domestics $3 Well Drinks

Best Wings & Great Specials 

Corner of Texas Ave. & Washington St., Cape May • 884-4712

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Book Your 2011 Private Party!

Wedding Receptions Rehearsal Dinners Birthdays Baby & Bridal Showers Any Special Occasion

Logan, Shawn, Carl, Matthew

Opening in April Reserve Now for Easter Brunch!

Gift Certificates Available Beach Avenue & Howard Street at the Hotel Macomber

(609) 884 8811

www.unionparkdiningroom.com

Enjoy our Unforgettable Valentine’s Day Special at Justin Glover, Tony Matthews, Gage Warner

JAPANESE • SUSHI • CHINESE • THAI Lunch • Dinner • Take-Out • Catering

OPEN YEAR ROUND 7 DAYS A WEEK 11:30am-10pm Sun-Thurs • 11:30am-11pm Fri & Sat 315 Ocean Street, Washington Commons Mall (inside Acme Market Mall) Cape May www.capeorient.com Alexis, Stacie, Kim

898-0088

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VALENTINE’S WEEKEND Open Friday thru Monday Feb. 11 thru Feb. 14

Martin, Denise, Bill

PRESIDENT’S WEEKEND Open Thursday thru Sunday Feb. 17 thru Feb. 20

RESERVE YOUR PRIVATE PARTY FOR 2011 Rehearsal Dinners Reunions Baby Showers Bridal Showers Any Special Occasion

Abby Zilinek, Laura Lombardelli, Josh Zilinek

Reservations: (609) 898-9800 301 Washington Street Mall, Cape May, Corner of Washington & Perry Street

www.cucinarosa.com

Diane, Claudia, Kate

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CABANAS BEACH BAR AND GRILL

FEBRUARY ENTERTAINMENT FRIDAY

HAPPY HOUR

[4pm to 7pm]

Buy 1 Appetizer, Get 1 FREE 1/2 Price Drink Specials

FRIDAY

OPEN MIC NIGHT Mark, Dian, Mark Jr, Anderson, Kallen

[7pm]

All Musicians, Singers & Entertainers Invited

SATURDAY

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT [9pm] • Feb. 5th - D.A.B.

(Dirty Arrogant Bastards)

• Feb. 12th - Bushmans Blend • Feb 19th - Blue Bone

The Savastano family

Jeanni Seetoo, Gabriella Seetoo-Ronk, Terry Anstead

At the corner of Beach Ave. & Decatur Street www.CabanasOnTheBeach.com www.facebook.com/CabanasOnTheBeach

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Josh and Zach Mortensen

Bill, Daniel

Evan and Jay Smilyk

Taylor and Chris Bezaire

Matt and Mike Grimley

Ernie DeSimone

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

VALENTINE’S WEEKEND

Lovers’ Menu $79.99 PER COUPLE

Available Friday thru Monday (Valentine’s Day)

FIRST GLANCE (APPETIZERS) THE FIRST TOUCH (SOUPS) THE FIRST KISS (SALADS) THE SEDUCTION (ENTREES)

416 Broadway, West Cape May 6 609-898-1555

½ SANDWICH AND CUP OF DEPOT SOUP COMBO!

HOURS OF OPERATION Monday-Saturday 7am-5pm Closed Sundays (for now) CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK OR CALL 609-884-8030 FOR OUR DAILY SPECIALS featuring The Depot’s popular homemade soups, salad selections, house roasted meats and local seafood specials TALK TO US ABOUT PLANNING YOUR NEXT CATERED EVENT! Eat In or Take Out • Catering for Any Event!

409 Elmira Street, Cape May (Next to the Train Station) • 609-884-8030

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Aiden Franklin

Thomas Anderson

JP Harris

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The Police Blotter

PUNXSUTAWNEY, PA: On Thursday, March 25 at 3pm, locals reported a visibly intoxicated man kneeling by the side of Route 36. The police found him attempting mouth-to-mouth resuscitation on a roadkilled possum. – Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

Classic Quotations

A Story From The Past Any man who can drive safely while kissing a pretty girl is simply not giving the kiss the attention it deserves. – Albert Einstein I kissed my first girl and smoked my first cigarette on the same day. I haven’t had time for tobacco since. – Arturo Toscanini If you are ever in doubt as to whether to kiss a pretty girl, always give her the benefit of the doubt.

– Thomas Carlyle People who throw kisses are mighty hopelessly lazy. – Bob Hope It takes a lot of experience for a girl to kiss like a beginner. – Ladies Home Journal, 1948 There are two things that are more difficult than making an after-dinner speech: climbing a wall which is leaning toward you and kissing a girl who is leaning away from you. – Winston Churchill

Weird Word Of The Week

Kissing-crust Happily, this is a noun, not a verb. It describes the soft part on the crust of a loaf of bread where it has touched another loaf while baking.

National Archives

DURING the early colonial period there were no European settlers in the midAtlantic region with the exception of the few surviving Jamestown colonists. The land was mostly inhabited by Native Americans of the Lenni Lenape tribe. A subdivision of the Lenni Lenape, the Kechemeche lived in southern New Jersey, which they called ‘Scheyichbi,’ or ‘Land along the water.’ The Kechemeche were a peaceful tribe who spent much of their lives hunting and farming the land. – Ben Miller

Facebook Mystery Contest

KNOW your way around Cape May? Think of yourself as the observant type? Feast your eyes on the photograph above, prepared by our resident cryptographer Dan Mathers.

If you think you know who this patio belongs to, then you have a chance to win a $50 gift certificate to spend at a local business. Go to the Exit Zero Facebook page before Monday for a full-size, full-color photo and instructions on how to enter – follow the instructions carefully. And, don’t worry if you have never used Facebook before – it’s easy! Just ask your six-yearold nephew. To enter, look for the mystery photo at www.facebook.com/exitzeropublishing. Good luck!

Random Fact Of The Week

SURE, a kiss might take your breath away, but did you ever think it might come from exertion? According to Lana Citron’s A Compendium of Kisses, every time you pucker up you’re flexing 146 muscles. Remember: when you next lock lips, you’ll get a workout too.

Fortune Cookie Of The Week J There is absolutely no substitute for a genuine lack of preparation. J ONCE a week, the folks at Exit Zero eat at Cape Orient, the island’s fine Asian restaurant. Sometimes we find pearls of wisdom at the end of our meal. And sometimes we don’t. The above fortune cookie was eaten with an order of medium spicy chicken pad thai. Please note: Any typos are not ours, but those of the fortune cookie manufacturers. We print them as we find them.

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Ramblings From The Editor

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Ideas, idle gossip and occasionally important odds ’n’ ends... by Jack Wright

E’RE back! And we know you missed us because there was a steady trail of people coming into Exit Zero Global HQ every Wednesday to request the latest issue. Which just goes to show that some people really don’t pay attention – we’ve been doing this winter hiatus thing ever since 2006, although it’s hard to call it a hiatus when the first six weeks of the year form the busiest, most intense period of the year for us. This is when we work on our Cool Cape May book, and a whole bunch of projects we do for other companies. Anyway...

Every year, we like to come back with fresh ideas – that way, the relationship between you and EZ never gets stale. It’s our mission to make you fall in love with us all over again, each and every February. And so we have some fun new items in the issue. There is the return of three old favorites – the Random Gift Certificate Giveaway, What They’re Wearing, our great shopping column, Must Haves – plus the introduction of Employee of the Week.

And we’re not done... more new columns and features will be added in the coming months.

WANT to know the perfect definition of a self-fulfilling prophecy? It happenered here in Cape May last month. And it concerned Cape May’s designation as a National Historic Landmark city. Almost every time something happens in this city that I would call progress, we hear from the same old folks who just love to oppose things – we used to call them obstructionists in these pages. These folks make the same noises about Cape May being in danger of losing its prized status as a National Historic Landmark (which it was awarded in 1976) every time the

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city moves ahead with... (insert name of project). The plans for a new convention hall was the most recent example. Some people wanted the building to look more like the original, though any sensible person who knows anything about preservation will tell you that there aren’t many more jarring things in a historic town than a new building pretending to be historic. The National Parks Service, who police the historic landmark designations, would not have been impressed by the erection of a fauxVictorian structure. However, it seems that enough people caused a fuss in the last few months that the National Parks Service has seen fit to place Cape May on their watch list, which is designed to act as a warning shot to towns that they better be careful.

Cape May’s mayor, Ed Mahaney, contacted the NPS to ask them exactly why they had taken such a course of action but so far hasn’t heard back. The NPS website says that, “Recent development and rehabilitation efforts in the historic district are potentially detrimental to the landmark’s historic character. Concerns from local and federal preservation interests necessitate a change in status.”

This is an official way of saying that the organization is reacting to whistle blowers in this town, who are causing trouble because, in my view, they don’t like it when they believe their voices aren’t being heard. It’s a pretty crappy way to conduct yourself – if you really care about Cape May’s status as a National Historic Landmark, why would you go telling tales to the very group that could take that staus away from the city? You could argue that it’s a warning shot to which Cape May should respond before it’s too late, but I happen to believe that the people who run city hall are proud and protective of the city’s status. Yes, there have been mistakes – the erection of vinyl fencing on the promenade was a terrible decision, but it replaced metal plumber’s pipe, which doesn’t sound very historic to me either, so I don’t see how THAT would be an issue.

The folks in the NPS shouldn’t just be listening to the views of a small group of blowhards – it would be smarter for them to make a decision based on some real information gathering.

WE HAD a blast, as usual, at the Exit Zero Burns Supper at the end of January, at the Ugly Mug. (I can’t believe it was our seventh annual event.) It’s always a great pleasure to reconnect with Pipe Major Kevin Tolan and the men of the Irish Pipe Brigade, and people like Clyde and Pat Saign, who travel for at least two and a half hours every year to come to this event, no matter the weather (and there’s usually snow on the ground when we have the Burns Supper). It is a little strange that I only get to see these people one night of the year.

Strange, but also quite a sweet little tradition.

I should also thank Clyde and Pat for the lovely ‘Got Haggis’ T-shirt – it finished off my outfit quite perfectly.

It’s nice to be back. Until next week...

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Specials for Valentine’s served Friday & Saturday in addition to the regular menu LIVE MUSIC Friday, February 11 GENO WHITE

Japanese • Sushi • Chinese • Thai Cuisine

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK YEAR ROUND Lunch • Dinner • Take-Out • Catering 315 Ocean Street, Washington Commons Mall (609) 898-0088 • www.capeorient.com

Saturday, February 12 CLASS ACT

AT THE CARROLL VILLA HOTEL

19 Jackson Street, Cape May 884-5970 • madbatter.com

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Seaside Cheese Co.

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Perfect for Valentine’s Day! CHEESE TRAY FOR TWO $22 plus tax * Order Early Show her how fondue you are of her!

Zackary

600 PARK BOULEVARD WEST CAPE MAY • 884-8700

Carl Hober

Matthew Craig

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12/31: Celebrating New Year’s Eve In The Boiler Room

Karey, Tony

Donna and Courtney Coco

Neil and Tricia Adams

Chuck, Ann Marie

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

HARBOR VIEW RESTAURANT, BAR & MARINA SERVING LUNCH & DINNER THURSDAY THRU SUNDAY • BREAKFAST ON SATURDAY & SUNDAY

SPECIAL VALENTINE’S DINNERS Saturday and Sunday Reserve Early

WILD GAME DINNER

Monday, February 21 • One Seating 6:30pm • Reserve Now

954 OCEAN DRIVE, CAPE MAY • 609-884-5444 Between

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Maggie and Steve Guzowski

Doug and Jennifer Hurd

Brett, Meg

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

Authentic Italian Cuisine Seafood & Fine Dining

Prime Rib Special

New York Strip Steak • Filet Mignon Veal Cutlet • Center Cut Pork Chops

Saturday & Sunday

PRIME RIB SPECIAL - Saturday & Sunday Early Birds EARLY BIRDS - Sunday-Friday 3:30-5:30pm

Sunday - Friday 3:30 - 5:30pm

FREE ROSES for the ladies on VALENTINES DAY!

ayshore Rd., N. Cape May • 889-6610 3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May

e Plaza Shopping Center (next to Burger King) (Cape Plaza Shopping Center, next to Burger King) • 889-6610

AT 7 OCEAN

We hope you’re enjoying your winter season.

Opening for Singer Songwriter Weekend FRIDAY, MARCH 25 - Dinner starting at 5pm SATURDAY, MARCH 26 - Breakfast from 8 to 12 Dinner starting at 5pm SUNDAY, MARCH 27 - Breakfast from 8 to 12.

OPENING DAILY FOR THE SEASON FRIDAY, APRIL 1 AT 5PM

7 Ocean Street at the Inn of Cape May 609-884-5555 innofcapemay.com

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12/31: Celebrating New Year’s Eve In The Boiler Room PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV

Tasting Room - Open Daily 12-5pm Winery Tours - Saturdays at 3pm

Rachel Ray, Carol King, Howard Stern

WE HAVE VALENTINE GIFT BASKETS! Merlot • Syrah• Blush Chardonnay • Port

Team Awesome

CHILI DAYS - WARM HEARTS Feb 12 & 13 Noon - 5pm Enjoy a delicious bowl of chili...

Free with a donation to The Love of Linda Fund!

(A Cape May County cancer patient assistance program)

(609) 884-1169

711 Townbank Road, North Cape May

Colin, Chris, Catalina

www.capemaywinery.com

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12/31: Celebrating New Year’s Eve Somewhere On Bank Street

Dan and Tanya Mathers hosted a pre-party at their home on Bank Street... they are pictured with Jack Wright, Jack Lindeman, Kate Baker and Jon Roth PHOTOGRAPH BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

4 Nights Only, Valentine's Weekend, February 11-14

Elegant Five-Course Menu, $39

Live Piano w/Keith Rippey

Reserve Now at 609.884.1925 Preview menu at: www.facebook.com/martinibeach or www.martinibeachcapemay.com

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12/31: Celebrating New Year’s Eve In The Brown Room PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV

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CLIPPER SHIP PUB

RE-OPENING PRESIDENTS WEEKEND Dinner from 5pm on Friday, Saturday & Sunday EARLY DINNER SPECIALS • 5-6pm • $21.95 1/2 PRICE RAW BAR ITEMS • 5-6pm in the Pub Only Sports TV in The Clipper Ship Pub

AFFORDABLE PUB MENU AVAILABLE! Kathy and Dale Steltz, Anthony and Connie Bucci, Joel and Jennifer Gerace

Includes Crabcake Sandwich, Fish & Chips, Bag of Donuts, Chef George’s Soup du Jour & much more!

Re s e r va t i o n s : 6 0 9 - 8 8 4 - 5 8 7 8 9 9 1 O c e a n D r ive, C a p e M ay w w w. b l u e c l aw r e s t a u r a n t . c o m

A Local Café with ... a Wholesome Aroma

Open 8am-2:30pm (Closed Wed)

BELLY BUSTER SPECIALS

Kevin and Ellen Potter

Available all day 8-2:30 Mon - Fri

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Two Eggs, # Meat Lovers Omelet Two Flapjacks (ham, bacon, choice of meat sausage & cheese) $4.99 w/ Home fries or Grits & toast $4.99

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Crab Cake Platter # w/ fries and coleslaw $6.50

Platter 4 Fish w/ fries and coleslaw

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$6.50 Chicken or Tuna Salad, w/ fries and coleslaw $6.50

Includes reg. coffee tea ice tea or soda. Thank You for Not Substituting. Not good with any other discounts.

Barb and Joe Post

Steven, Chrissy

406 N. Broadway, West Cape May (609) 884-6332 www.bellavidacafe.com

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The Utterly Random, Totally Romantic EZ Bouquet Ambush PHOTOGRAPHS BY DANIELLE O’NEAL

Maureen and Bill Hein were ambushed by our photographer on the mall and given a pre-Valentine’s bouquet from Kate’s Flower Shop... we’re nice like that!

VALENTINES WEEKEND Dinner from 5pm Friday thru Monday Reserve Now!

Ally Hand, Brandie Newman, and Dan Hand were also ambushed...

Open Fridays and Saturdays after Valentines Weekend

(609) 898-0100

1 Sunset Boulevard., West Cape May ...as were Carla and Gene Andre. Happy Valentine’s Day everybody!

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The Ultimate Cape May Food & Drink Chart What you need to know about the food and the vibe

Meals served

Price range of entrées

Bar or BYOB?

Should I book?

Food for kids?

$15-$45 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

ALEATHEA’S 7 Ocean Street, (609) 884-5555, Ext. 226 www.innofcapemay.com

This fine restaurant is closed for the 2010 season but will re-open in the spring of 2011.

B, L, D

AVALON COFFEE 7 Gurney Street, Cape May, 898-8088, www.avaloncoffeecompany.com

The Cape May location will open in March but the North CApe May branch is open now at 3704 Bayshore Road

B, L

$3-$8 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

N/A

NO

YES

AXELSSON’S BLUE CLAW 991 Ocean Drive, (609) 884-5878 blueclawrestaurant.com

Fine dining near the harbor. Elegant dining room, cozy fireplace, and the classic Clipper Ship Pub.

D

$24-$30 Cards: V, MC, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

BELLA VIDA CAFÉ 406 N. Broadway, (609) 884-6322 www.bellavidacafe.com

“The local café with the wholesome aroma” is what they call it... and that’s how we describe it. Very apt!

B, L, D

$5-$25 Cards: V, MC, D

BYOB

NO

YES

THE BLACK DUCK 1 Sunset Boulevard, (609) 898-0100 blackduckonsunset.com

A chic interior and stylish food, but the ambience is anything but pretentious.

Modern American cuisine.

D

$15-$28 Cards: V, MC

BYOB

YES

NO

THE BLUE PIG TAVERN 251 Beach Avenue, (609) 884-8422 congresshall.com

Congress Hall’s restaurant is better than ever, serving classic tavern food with a twist or two along the way.

B, L, D

$12-$36 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

BROWN ROOM 251 Beach Avenue, (609) 884-8421 congresshall.com

Such a classy, yet convivial place to have a cocktail. Plush seating, great drinks, a friendly bar scene... it’s got it all.

D

V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

N/A

NO

CABANAS 429 Beach Avenue, (609) 884-4800 cabanasonthebeach.com

It’s always warm and friendly in this lively beachfront bar that features some of the best live bands around.

L, D

$8-$25 V, MC, AE, D

FULL BAR

YES

YES

CAPE MAY WINERY 711 Townbank Road, (609) 884-1169 capemaywinery.com

This beautiful winery is open daily from 12-6pm. Make a reservation to tour the winery daily at 3pm.

Winery

$5-$27 V, MC, AE, D

WINERY

N/A

NO

CAPE ORIENT 315 Ocean Street, (609) 898-0088 capeorient.com

Great food every time, whether you are looking for Chinese, Thai or sushi. Service is superb, too.

L, D

$12-$19 V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

COPPER FISH 416 Broadway, West Cape May (609) 898-1555

Chef Geoff Johnson’s popular Copper Fish is under new management, at a new site – Broadway and Sunset.

D

$24-$32 V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

CUCINA ROSA 301 Washington Street Mall (609) 898-9800 www.cucinarosa.com

Nicely located at the beginning of the mall, this Italian restaurant is a mustvisit. Simply superb food.

D

$12-$29 V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

C-VIEW INN Texas Avenue & Washington Cape May (609) 884-4712

A locals’ favorite, the oldest and friendliest tavern in town with great wings, excellent pub fare and cold beer.

L, D

$4-$18 V, MC

FULL BAR

NO

YES

DEPOT MARKET CAFÉ 409 Elmira Street, Cape May (609) 884-8030

New owners Chris and Lisa Shriver are keeping the old favorites at this locals joint AND adding new specials.

B, L, D

$6-$14

BYOB

NO

YES

KEY

u Onsite parking

b Handicap accessible

H Takeout available

Other details

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The Ultimate Cape May Food & Drink Chart What you need to know about the food and the vibe

Meals served

Price range of entrées

Bar or BYOB?

Should I book?

Food for kids?

THE EBBITT ROOM 25 Jackson Street, (609) 884-5700 virginiahotel.com

With the remarkable cooking of chef Lucas Manteca, there’s even more reason than usual to visit. Sublime concoctions.

D

$26-$33 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

NO

GECKO’S Carpenter’s Square Mall, Cape May (609) 898-7750

The opening of Gecko’s always signals a change of season in Cape May. Superb southwestern food. OPEN IN MARCH.

L, D

$8-$24

BYOB

YES

YES

HARBOR VIEW 954 Ocean Drive 884-5444 harborviewcapemay.com

A Key West vibe, great views of the harbor, good food and regular entertainment.

B, L, D

$6-$30 V, MC

BAR

NO

YES

HARPOON HENRY’S Beach Drive and Browning, (609) 886-5529 harpoonhenrys.net

There’s no better place to watch a sunset.

It’s this area’s little slice of the Caribbean.

OPEN IN APRIL.

$10-$21 V, MC, D

BAR

HAWK HAVEN VINEYARD 600 S. Railroad Avenue Rio Grande (609) 846-7347, hawkhavenvineyard.com

Every Friday night in the winter the Wine Bar and Barrel Room is open. A fun, well-run vineyard.

Winery

V, MC, AE, D

Winery

HARRY’S Madison & Beach Avenue (609) 884-6113, harryscapemay.com

The restaurant at the Montreal Inn waws relaunched last summer, to fine reviews.

Excellent family fare. OPEN IN APRIL.

B, L, D

$8-$24 V, MC, D, AE

BAR

YES

YES

HEMINGWAY’S 1045 Beach Avenue (609) 884-5611, hemingwayscapemay.com

A relaxed yet elegant island ambiance, featuring USDA Prime Steaks and classic seafood creations.

B, L, D

$15-$38 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

THE LOBSTER HOUSE Fisherman’s Wharf, (609) 884-8296, thelobsterhouse.com

Take-out, fish market, restaurant, raw bar, breakfast diner... The Lobster House has it all. A romantic spot in the winter!

B, L, D

$5-$25 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

NO

YES

LUCKY BONES 1200 Route 109, (609) 884-BONE, luckybonesgrill.com

It’s a huge hit for a reason. Excellent food, great bar vibe, superb service. Gets it right every single time.

L, D

$6-$22 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

For tables of eight or more

YES

MAD BATTER 19 Jackson Street (609) 884-5970, madbatter.com

The original fine dining restaurant in Cape May and still one of the best. The food is always creative.

B, L, D

$19-$30 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

MAGNOLIA ROOM 301 Howard Street (609) 884-8409, chalfonte.com

The venerable restaurant at the beautiful old Chalfonte Hotel offers classic southern food. OPEN IN MAY.

B, D

$10-$34 V, MC, D, AE

BAR

YES

YES

MARIE NICOLE’S 9510 Pacific, Wildwood Crest (609) 522-5425 www.marienicoles.com

Marie Nicole’s serves modern American cuisine with a European ambiance in a relaxed atmosphere. OPENS IN APRIL.

D

$19-$44 V, MC, D, AE

BAR

YES

NO

MARQ’S PUB 501 Beach Avenue (609) 884-3500

The new spot in the basement of the Marquis de Lafayette hotel. A good old-fashioned pub atmosphere.

MARTINI BEACH 429 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-1925

A lively nightspot with a friendly vibe, fine Mediterranean dishes, and a panoramic oceanfront view.

KEY

u Onsite parking

b Handicap accessible

L, D

NO

NO

YES

NO

B, L, D

$4-$22 V, MC, D, AE

BAR

YES

YES

D

$15-$30 V, MC, D, AE

BAR

YES

NO

H Takeout available

Other details

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What They’re Wearing On The Streets Of Cool Cape May

Brandi Newman, 16, student, West Cape May. Top from Pac Sun, jeans from Target, footwear from Payless, jewelry from Hot Topic, bag from Claires.

Monty Lo Sasso, 17, theatern intern, Cape May. Top from Ralph Lauren, footwear from Lacoste, watch by Movado, sunglasses by Armani, belt by Fossil.

Jackie Songalewski, 21, cashier/student, Wildwood Crest. Top from Ross, jeans from Wal-Mart, footwear from online store, jewelry from JC Penny.

Moira Kelly, 23, retail sales, Cape May. Top from Delia’s Warehouse sale, jeans from Free Shop, footwear by Charlotte Rousse, jacket from Marshalls.

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The Ultimate Cape May Food & Drink Chart What you need to know about the food and the vibe

Meals served

Price range of entrées

Bar or BYOB?

Should I book?

Food for kids?

D

BAR V, MC, D, AE

BAR

YES

YES

B, L, D

$9-$30 V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

NO

YES

Other details

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MERION INN 106 Decatur Street (609) 884-8363, merion inn.com

The dim, amber lighting, dark wooden bar, period fittings and classy staff give a special ambience. OPEN END OF MARCH.

OCEAN VIEW Beach & Grant Avenues (609) 884-3772 oceanviewrestaurant.com

A large and very reliable menu. Classic diner food, and very reasonably priced.

A locals’ favorite.

OYSTER BAY 615 Lafayette Street (609) 884-2111 oysterbayrestaurantnj.com

A lovely dining room, a beautiful coppertop bar and classic, generous dishes.

OPENING PRESIDENTS WEEKEND.

D

$12-$29 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

PETER SHIELDS 1301 Beach Avenue, (609) 884-9090 petershieldsinn.com

The Georgian revival mansion is magnificent and the modern American menu matches it all the way.

D

$22-$39 V, MC, D

BYOB

NO

NO

H H

THE PILOT HOUSE 142 Decatur Street(609) 884-3449 pilothousecapemay.com

A classic pub and restaurant offering good burgers, excellent comfort good and an authentic ambience.

L, D

$15-$25 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

H

RIO STATION 3505 Route 9 SouthRio Grande (609) 889-2000

While all around it has changed, the Rio is still serving excellent food with old-style, friendly service.

L, D

$13-$29 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

SEASIDE CHEESE COMPANY 600 Park Blvd, (609) 884-8700 seasidecheesecapemay.com

A huge plus for the area when it opened, and this place continues to delight with gourmet treats.

L, D

$4-$12 V, MC, AE, D

N/A

N/A

YES

TISHA’S 318 Washington Street Mall (609) 884-9119, tishasfinedining.com

This local favorite moved from Convention Hall to the mall, at the former site of Stumpo’s.

B, L, D

$18-$35 V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

THE UGLY MUG 426 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 884-3459

A Cape May legend, and even better now that they’ve put those wonderful booths in there. Such a treat.

L, D

$12-$25 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

NO

YES

UNCLE BILL’S PANCAKE HOUSE Beach Avenue & Perry Street Cape May (609) 884-7199

Reliably-excellent food – there is a reason why people wait... excellent breakfasts. OPEN IN MARCH

B, L

$4-$9

BYOB

NO

YES

UNION PARK Beach Avenue & Howard, (609) 8848811, unionparkdiningroom.com

Elegant dining in a classic old hotel, and the food is magnificent and inventive. One of the best in the area.

D

$18-$35 V, MC, AE

BYOB

YES

YES

VINCENZO’S LITTLE ITALY II 3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May (609) 889-6610

If you want to bring the family for a fine and fun Italian meal, look no further than here! The kids will love it.

L, D

$8-$20 V, MC, AE, D

BYOB

YES

YES

D

$18-$34 V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

B, L

$4-$12

BYOB

NO

YES

WASHINGTON INN Superb gourmet food, and a great 801 Washington Avenue (609) 884-5697 cocktail and wine bar to get your night washingtoninn.com off on the right foot. Amazing wine list.

ZOE’S 715 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-1233

KEY

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Zoe’s has large portions at affordable prices. And they have a great dogfriendly patio! OPEN IN APRIL.

b Handicap accessible

H Takeout available

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A group from Flemington, we think (hard to read the writing)

Ocean View FAMILY RESTAURANT

OPENING FRIDAY, FEB. 18

As above...

Fri, Sat and Sun 7am-9pm Mon 7am-2pm

Beach Avenue & Grant Street, Cape May 884-3772 • www.oceanviewrestaurant.com

Tom, Susan, Doug

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Valentine2011EZ

2/3/11

5:26 PM

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Announcing Cape May’s Employee Of The Week PHOTOGRAPH BY DANIELLE O’NEAL

ring your sweetheart to for

alentine’s ay Enjoy our

Valentine’s Day Specials Saturday, February 12 through Monday, February 14 Name: Hank “The Tank” Moller.

Workplace: The OriginalFudge Kitchen.

Age: Thirty-one.

Hometown: North Cape May. How long have you worked there? Twelve years.

Best thing about the job? The family atmosphere, for sure. Also, the constant variety of the customers who come in here. And the fact that it’s year-round is great, too.

What do you recommend there? I like the Jordan Cracker. It’s a small wafer dipped in either milk or dark chocolate. It’s kind of similar to a Kit Kat Bar. [Reporter’s note: For the sake of authenticity, we felt compelled to sample the dark chocolate Jordan Cracker. Hank is clearly a very, very wise man.]

What would be your other dream job? Maybe I have the Super Bowl on the brain, but something in sports. I guess a football player – a linebacker.

Favorite thing about Cape May? That would definitely be the night and day difference between summer and winter. I like how busy the season is, and then how totally quiet and relaxing the off-season is – the winter gives you something to look forward to after the craziness of the summer.

Interview by Kate Chadwick

AMERICAN STEAK & SEAFOOD HOUSE Featuring Hand-cut Steaks, Fresh Local Seafood, & International Beers-on-tap

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the Washington Inn

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“Contemporary Dining, Classic Cocktails”

VALENTINE’S DAY WEEKEND

Special 4 Course Menu $39 per person

Will Riccio, Curtis Bashaw, Rachel Boyce, Lynette Hull

Marianne, Peggy, Margie

Available All Night on Friday, Sunday & Monday from 5pm and on Saturday until 6pm

Open President’s Weekend Friday thru Sunday from 5pm 801 WASHINGTON STREET

609-884-5697

WWW.WASHINGTONINN.COM Joe Gilligan, Jim Haines, Bill Fitzell

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LUNCH & DINNER

SEAFOOD • STEAKS COCKTAILS

VALENTINE’S DAY WEEKEND SPECIALS 3 Course Dinner for Two - $35 MONDAYS $2.95 Cheesesteaks All Day & Night!

TIJUANA TUESDAYS “Now All Day & Night” $1.50 Tacos & Burritos WEDNESDAYS Ron and Jenn Lohner, Kevin and Lisa Booth, Ron and Maggi Reighn, John and Maureen Carroll

EARLY BIRD DINNERS Served All Night 4pm-closing Family Friendly Trivia Night - 7pm THURSDAYS 1/2 PRICE APPETIZER 6pm-closing Jay Bethel Unplugged 8pm FRIDAYS OPEN MIC NIGHT Awesome Talent - 8pm

(609) 884-3449 WASHINGTON STREET MALL, CAPE MAY Kristi and Keith Balazs, Jennifer and Dave Hughes

www.pilothousecapemay.com

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The Exit Zero Random Gift Certificate Giveaway

ADVERTISE YOUR BUSINESS HERE! Only $70 Reach 10,000+ Readers Contact Jason (609) 770-8479 jason@exitzero.us

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EVERY week our photographer Danielle O’Neal roams the streets of Cape May on a mission... to give away a $50 gift certificate to spend at a local business. But it’s not quite THAT easy – first of all, the lucky recipient has to answer three questions related to our theme issue, which this week is all about kissing.

Our first winner of the year is Lily Mullock, 17, from West Cape May. We found Lily behind the counter of Whale’s Tale (where she happens to work). Here are her answers to our piercing questions: What was the name of the person you first kissed? Dylan Rutherford.

Who is the most kissable person in the world? Orlando Bloom.

On a scale of 1 to 10, how good a kisser are you? 10.5.

Lily wins a $50 gift certificate to Artizan Salon and Spa. Congratulations, and enjoy!

PHOTOGRAPH BY DANIELLE O’NEAL

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Serving Dinner Nightly from 5pm

Chris Bauer, Kristy Salloum, Jana Wright, William McDermott

Chris Dower, Debra Gribbin, Nick Dower

Reserve Early for VALENTINE’S DAY “WOW! Excellent food, excellent service, excellent dining experience!”

- M & H Kaze

(609) 884-9119 322 Washington Street Mall, Cape May www.tishasfinedining.com Most Major Credit Cards Accepted Lisa, Debby, Joe, Bob

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Denise and Kyle Daily

Susan, Doug

Diane, Ed

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John and Denise Daily

Gabrielle Kupiec, Mari Kawamura

Sorry, no names

Celeste and Matt Clark

Keith, Barbara

Sandy and John Vizzone

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The Original

FUDGE KITCHEN

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Your Valentine Candy Headquarters!

A Sweet Heart for Your Sweetheart...

HEARTS MADE OF FUDGE!

Lydia Bianchi, Grant Bianchi, Gwen Bianchi, Linda Dooney

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OPEN EVERY DAY IN CAPE MAY ON THE WASHINGTON STREET MALL & ON THE PROMENADE

Vince McAdon, Vic Morella, Barbara Morella, Denis Ditze, Diane Ditze, Rick and Carolyn Rountree

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Customer Service

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The life and times of a waitress in Cool Cape May... by Molly Stone

N THE winter, when shifts at my Cape May restaurant are few and far between, I have plenty of time to experience dinner from the other side of the table – as a guest. But working in the industry makes dining out difficult. Like a lifeguard who can’t help but scan the ocean for swimmers in trouble, even on her day off, I can’t help but scan a restaurant dining room, painfully aware of details my fellow diners might never otherwise notice.

Recently, I went to Atlantic City for a long overdue dinner with an old friend. She was excited to fill me in on her new promotion, but I was too distracted to listen.

“I can’t believe how many tables these servers are covering,” I said.

“That’s great, Molly,” she told me, “now back to my job…”

I pretended to listen but, discreetly, I was noticing where the glassware was kept and the distance from the kitchen to the server’s station.

This habit of mine is especially problematic when out with a gentleman. It

doesn’t matter if my date is a professional underwear model who rescues abandoned puppies in his spare time (a girl can dream), all that I’ll be able to focus on is whether or not my silverware has been polished.

And when things go terribly wrong, I won’t ever let anyone at my table voice a complaint. Our waiter spilled clam chowder down the back of your shirt, brought the wrong order, and overcharged for your wine? Suck it up! While you’re in the bathroom rinsing clam juice from your collar, I’ll be leaving a 40% tip and filling out a comment card describing what an enjoyable time we’ve had.

Servers everywhere – from Denny’s

to the French Laundry, from Cape May to California – dine by this unspoken code.

We look out for one another. It’s the reason I can tell immediately if the people I’m waiting on have ever been in the business.

An off-duty server who’s not ready to order won’t keep me waiting by her table while she debates the pros and cons of ravioli.

She knows better. She won’t order a welldone steak or a dish that isn’t on the menu, because she knows how much it annoys the kitchen. And if her date is at all rude or snappy to the server, she won’t hesitate to put him in his place.

Recently, my friend Daniel, a diehard firefighter, described for me what a brotherhood there is among rescue workers. I know this is true. And I’ve known groups of schoolteachers, doctors, and insurance salesmen equally as close. Still, I’d say that restaurant loyalty rivals that of any other profession. If you don’t believe me, don’t take my word for it. By all means, bring a server with you to dinner and, while you’re there, go ahead – try to send back your steak.

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Sorry, no names SINCE 1972

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Friday & Saturday 10-6, Sunday-Thursday 10-4

Happy Valentine’s Day Email Customers!

Take 20% off one item!

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Pair of Curtains $5.00! Pillow or Sham $3.00!

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Wednesday, February 9, 2011

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Steve and Darlene Fincham, Joann and Larry Moon

Gina and Barbara, W. Thomas Brown

Sorry, no names

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Meredith and Joe

Sandra and Amanda Addesse

Kellie Myers, Chris Panter

Patty, Ron

Rich McElroy and friend

Marion Hubbard, Carol Paget

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The Old Fogey

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Ah, those good old Cape May days... by Jackson D’Catur

ACK in the day, my kissing was legendary. It was I who brought the French kiss back from Paris, after a long gay (in the old-fashioned sense, mostly) summer with Toulouse Lautrec and his decadent circle of atists, writers and implausibly f lexible dancing girls.

And of course, I was successful in wooing the Late Mrs D’Catur only because of my kissing prowess. She steadfastly refused my advances for some months, scoffing at my interesting tales of adventure, yawning loudly in company when I told hilarious jokes and once rapping me sharply on the temple with the ivory handle of her parasol when I bent to kiss her ungloved hand.

I am not a man to be denied, though, and I knew her outward appearance of disdain, mixed with some mild hatred, was naught but a smokescreen to hide her true feelings. If I know anything about ladies at all, and I think I do, it is that if they truly are disinterested in a man, they will nod politely and turn away: sarcasm, disdain, scorn and irritation are signs of a growing

passion, and a chap should redouble his efforts, while engaging the services of a good lawyer just in case he has misjudged the situation and legal action follows.

Anyways, I became the lady’s constant companion, through cunning, guile and great patience. And one fine day in summer, myself, Ernie Hemingway, Amelia Earhart, Dorothy Parker and the soon-tobe Mrs D were all picnicking at The Point.

The sun was shining, the birds were singing (though warily, as all animals had a well-

founded wariness of Hemingway) and the champagne was f lowing.

I had just tried for the third time to tell a long but fascinating anecdote about the time I took a hot air balloon trip across the Alps, and she had, as usual, waited until the punchline: “And I said ‘but the only ballast we have LEFT is my undergar…’” before she interrupted and said, “Did anyone else hear a train whistle?” and the moment was lost.

Usually she did not look me in the eye when sabotaging my bon mots, but this time she glanced up at me through long lashes and there was a definite twinkle, so I pounced like a ravenous tiger, and before she could even protest, locked my lips on hers. Well, I delivered the best kiss I have every planted, let me tell you. A full minute passed and not a sound was made by anyone or anything nearby. Even Ernie stopped shooting at passing boats. When I finally disengaged, the lady’s eyes were filled with tears, and I knew she was mine.

Of course, oxygen deprivation meant she needed a short spell in hospital, but who said love was painless?

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Cape May Must Haves

The finest things from the shops of this charmed city... by Kate Chadwick

“Charm Her” Arrangement At Cape Winds

Cards At Whale’s Tale

L’Erbolario At The Italian Garden

Flowers = good. Flowers + necklace = better. This smoky red vase is pictured with a dozen roses, but you can also select pink lilies. The kicker here is the red heart dangling from a dainty silver chain, all for $99.95.

Take it from just pretty to pretty, sweet AND cuddly with the addition of candy, a plush friend and a balloon. 860 Broadway, 609-884-1865, www.capewindsflorist.net.

Pick a card – any card! If you’re not up to penning a soul-baring love letter for Valentine’s Day, peruse the cut-above selection at Cape May’s greeting card HQ. Funny, serious, cute or cunning, cards for sweethearts, cards for kids, cards that play music, and cards suitable for framing – you can’t go wrong. 312 Washington Mall, 609-884-8408, www.whalestalecapemay.com.

Bar and liquid soap, lotion, massage oil and Valentine stand-by, perfume, imported from Italy and made from top-quality and practically chemical-free herbal ingredients. Owners Steve and Eloise tell us that The Italian Garden is one of only 5 stores in the US to carry this line. Looking your best is good, but smelling your best is key. 510 Carpenter Lane, 609-884-2300.

Lit Flowers At Good Scents

Diamond Ring At Artisan’s Alcove

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When you think Good Scents, you naturally think amazing candles and incense. But check out these fabulous flowers that light up – you get the Valentine’s Day flower factor AND ambience in one (and knocking them over in a moment of passion won’t burn the house down). Kate says they’re the best-selling item in the store. 327 Carpenter Lane, 609-884-0014, www.sensia.com.

If you’ve decided to put this Valentine’s Day on the map by popping the question, seal the deal with a ring from Artisan’s Alcove.

The beauty pictured here is an Art Deco (circa 1920) platinum, hand-engraved filigree stunner with a 1.84 carat diamond. The rings range in price from $450 to $50,000, and they have layaway. 523 Lafayette Street, 609-884-0202, www.artisansalcove.com.

Released in time for Valentine’s Day, two new offerings from Hawk Haven will make your Valentine’s mood mellow. Talon is 50% Syrah, 50% merlot, while Quill is a Bordeaux blend comprised of cabernet sauvignon, cabernet blanc, and merlot. A jug of wine, a loaf of bread, and thou – a perfect Valentine’s Day. 600 South Railroad Avenue, Rio Grande, 609-846-7347, www.hawkhavenvineyard.com.

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Dear Answer Lady I just spent yet another holiday season surrounded by well-meaning relatives who relentlessly harassed me about being single. I’m happy with my life, but they don’t seem to get that. How do you politely tell people to mind their own business? – Sincerely Single Dear Sincere This subject is near and dear to the Answer Lady’s heart, as she did not marry until the advanced age of 37, apparently about 15 years past the relatives’ expectations. The Answer Lady even went through a phase where she got so tired of being interrogated that she started going for shock value. Picture this: Well-meaning uncle at family function: “So why haven’t you settled down yet, young lady?” Answering

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The Exit Zero Guide To Shopping In Cool Cape May ACROSS THE WAY 304 Washington Street Cape May (609) 884-4199 www.acrossthewaycapemay.com

Stop in here for an exciting collection of furniture and home decor including quirky clocks, whimsical lawn chairs, books and games that will get you thinking, and top-quality lamps and fixtures to make every room a bit brighter.

CAPE MAY SPORTS MEMORABILIA 405 West Perry Street Cape May email: SprtsCardsRus@aol.com www.capemaysportsmemorabilia.com

Everything for the sports lover – especially if you’ve got a particular allegiance to team in NJ or PA. Vintage baseball cards, programs, team sets, framed items and signed baseballs and bats - the perfect place for a seasoned or new collector.

ALL IRISH IMPORTS 401 Lafayette Street Cape May (609) 884-4484 www.allirishimports.com

They carry T-shirts, hand-knit fishermen’s sweaters, pewter, Waterford crystal, Belleek, jewelry, perfume and even biscuits and kilts.

Make sure you ask about their ladies capes, hats and scarves, including cabbie caps.

CAPE WINDS FLORIST 860 Broadway West Cape May (609) 884-1865 www.capemayflowers.com

Cape Winds Florist is family-owned and has more than 30 years of experience. They always go the extra mile to make their floral gifts perfect.

Offering beautiful, elaborate floral arrangements plus prompt, friendly service.

ARTISANS ALCOVE 523 Lafayette Street Cape May (609) 898-0202 www.artisansalcove.com

When shopping for jewelry, why not opt for a piece that carries a bit of history with it? Artisans Alcove boasts a great selection of Art Deco, Victorian, Edwardian and Modern jewelry, so whatever your tastes, you’ll leave satisfied.

CELEBRATE CAPE MAY Ocean Avenue and Washington Street Cape May (609) 884-9035

They specialize in “one-stop shopping” and they don’t disappoint.

Looking for fleeces, embroidered T-shirts or cardigans? What about postcards, personalized magnets, keychains, postcards and hermit crabs? Look no further, friends.

ANTIQUES EMPORIA 405 West Perry Street Cape May (609) 898-3332

There is always a great selection of Americana, furniture, costume jewelry, watches, clocks, vintage postcards, magazines and more.

Pick up some vintage jewelry to top off an outfit. The stock is always changing, so stop in often.

DESATNICK’S Cape May (609) 884-2545 www.desatnicks.com

This family-owned and operated business offers the final accessory for every room: window treatments.

They carry all kinds of blinds and shades as well as elegant drapes.

The styles and variety offered by DeSatnick’s is beyond compare.

BAY SPRINGS ALPACAS 542 New England Road Cape May (609) 884-0563 www.bayspringsalpacas.com

This charming 10-acre farm is great for a family visit. Come and meet the alpacas, see how alpaca fiber is spun into yarn, then pick up a sweater, scarf, blanket or hat made from it. Treat your feet to ultracomfortable alpaca socks.

DONNA’S HALLMARK 401 Washington Street Cape May (609) 884-0555

Every visitor in Cape May has a few friends or loved ones back home.

Why not stop by and get them a keepsake? Donna’s carries a wide selection of cards and gifts like their Himalayan salt lamps, which cast a warm, soothing glow.

BIRD HOUSE OF CAPE MAY 109 Sunset Boulevard West Cape May (609) 898-8871 www.birdhouseofcapemay.com

An extensive selection of bird houses, from Victorian and Colonial styles to urban and eclectic designs. They also offer scented wax pottery, Wind and Willow mixes, home decor and garden accents.

EXIT ZERO 109 Sunset Boulevard Cape May (609) 770-8479 www.exitzero.us

The coolest Cape May souvenirs, a superb selection of local-interest books, designer T-shirts and bags, artwork, and an unrivaled collection of historic Cape May prints. Wear the Exit Zero logo with pride.

CAPE MAY BIRD OBSERVATORY 701 East Lake Drive Cape May Point (609) 884-2736 www.birdcapemay.org

Everything a nature lover could want – from field guides, binoculars and scopes to clothing and books.

They stock the best selection of binoculars in the area in all price ranges. Featuring beautiful Charley Harper merchandise.

FIBER ARTS YARN SHOP 315 Ocean Street Cape May Washington Commons (609) 898-8080 www.yarnsrus.net

Knitting is quickly proving to be the cool new hobby for every generation. Fiber Arts have the tools and experience to get a novice started and the goods to supply an expert. Don’t miss their knitting classes.

CAPE MAY LINEN OUTLET 110 Park Boulevard West Cape May (609) 884-3630 www.capemaylinen.com

The hand-picked deals and oldfashioned service at this store keeps customers coming back. Your source for everything linen, from aprons, sheets and tablecloths to curtains and linen by the yard.

FLYING FISH 130 Park Boulevard West Cape May (609) 884-2760 www.theflyingfishstudio.com

Owner Sue Lotozo hand-makes (and designs) a great collection of cool, off-beat shirts. You will find original, funky, retro designs on high-quality apparel, including a collection of T-shirts that celebrate local beaches.

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The Exit Zero Guide To Shopping In Cool Cape May GAIL PIERSON GALLERY 658 Washington Street Cape May (609) 884-2585 www.gailpiersongallery.com

This fine art gallery is as charming as the center city district in which it resides. It introduces new artists and art lovers to the beauty of Cape May. Art education and interactive online technology are a key focus.

PAT JACKSON JEWELERS 414 Bank Street Cape May (609) 884-0323 www.patjacksonjewelers.com

Pat Jackson has been designing jewelry since the 1970s and has had her shop since the 1980s. You won’t find anything synthetic or treated – just satisfaction. Try a twist on the seashell souvenir with an 18k gold scallop-shell bracelet.

GOOD SCENTS 327 Carpenter’s Lane Cape May (609) 884-0014 www.sensia.com

You’ll smell the sweet mix of candles and incense from the sidewalk. Good Scents also carry lanterns, jewelry, stationery, books and gifts to delight your senses.

Check out their wide selection of jazz and world music CDs.

SPLASH 513 Carpenters Lane Cape May (609) 846-7100

A showplace for local handicrafts like woodwork, stained glass, pottery and prints, Splash also features several cases packed to bursting with glittering jewelry, and the largest collection of local sea glass on the island.

HENRY’S FINE JEWELRY 407 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 884-0334

Henry’s, Cape May’s landmark jewelers, carry the Original Cape May Destination Bracelet plus a huge selection of jewelry throughout the store, including selections from Pandora Jewelry.

SWAIN’S 305 Jackson Street Cape May (609) 884-8578

Swain’s Ace Hardware have everything you need to furnish, finish or refurbish your home.

They also carry bath and cleaning products, paint, tools and hardware.

It’s the friendliest, most helpful hardware store!

ITALIAN GARDEN 510 Carpenter’s Lane Cape May (609) 884-2300

Fine Italian exports, including the largest selection of L’Erbolario, a botanical skincare and fragrance line, in the US. Look for the Alviero Martini designer “World Map” handbags and Murano glass jewelry.

TEA BY THE SEA 405 West Perry Street Cape May (609) 898-4TEA www.teaincapemay.com

Few things liven up a dreary day or smooth out a hectic one quite like a hot cuppa. No matter how you take it, tea is good for whatever ails you.

Tea by the Sea also offer delicious cobbler and scone mixes, and you can choose from 12 flavors.

KATE’S FLOWER SHOP 600 Park Boulevard West Cape May (609) 884-6181 www.katesflowershop.com

Strangely enough, they sell flowers!

But Kate and her staff dispense more than just beautiful floral arrangements. They also give advice on things like philosophy, good books and other stimulating subjects.

THE TOY SHOP 510 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 884-0442

For a selection of well-made toys that will take you back to your childhood while delighting the kids, stop in here. The Toy Shop offers plenty of toys to foster creativity and imagination – plus they have an entire wall of discounted items!

MADAME’S PORT 311 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 884-5858

Entering Madame’s Port is like stumbling into a treasure trove at an exotic trading post. Be sure to check out their collection of trade signs (featuring mermaids and whales), wall art and beautifully crafted wooden watches.

WEST END GARAGE 484 West Perry Street Cape May (609) 770-8261 www.thewestendgarage.com

A hip new addition to shopping on the island, West End Garage has all the feel of an upscale flea market in NYC or Philly right in downtown Cape May. Whether you prefer art, antiques, jewelry, or all of the above, don’t miss this spot.

MARY ANN’S JEWELRY 511 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 898-8786

The smallest shop on the mall, but it’s packed with beautiful things – Rolex watches, pearls, sapphires, porcelain vases, cut-glass and pocket watches. Stunning estate and new jewelry, with a large selection of diamonds.

WHALE’S TALE 312 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 884-4808 www.whaletalecapemay.com

Everywhere you look, something catches your eye – playing cards shaped like dog bones or fish, handtooled leather journals, Sailor’s Valentine’s and sterling silver baby rattles. It’s a browser’s paradise.

ORIGINAL FUDGE KITCHEN 513 Washington Street Mall and 728 Beach Avenue Cape May 800-23-FUDGE www.fudgekitchens.com

Chances are good you won’t get past the front door without trying a piece of something delicious at this Cape May institution. Now is the time to think of getting some sweets for your sweet!

ZOO COMPANY 421 Washington Street Mall Cape May (609) 884-8181

For all the young and young-atheart, this cute toy store is filled with the fluffiest, most colorful stuff you can imagine. If your little one is looking for the hottest item – from Webkinz to Silly Bandz – you’ll find it here.

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Image: Creature. Photograph. © 2010 Mike Sperlak.

Welcome Back!

February 12 & 13: Events Open the Season.

It may still look like winter, but we’re celebrating an early spring with new exhibits and events. Join us this weekend.

Prickly Pear Weekend A monthly event, the Gallery dedicates its loft each month to new work from the Cape May County Art League. Reception Saturday, February 12 @ 7-9pm.

Second Sundays Gallery Walk Still going strong, six galleries in town set aside a special Sunday each month.

Sunday, February 13 @ 1-5 pm.

Women of Africa and Asia Photographs by nationally-known artist Blair Seitz. Extraordinary pictures from Blair’s extensive travels. Opens on February 12.

Baltimore Six These antique and vintage oils are from Hugh Bolton Jones, Earl Hoffman and Melvin Miller, members of a Baltimore classic art rebellion.

SAVE THE DATE February 26 the Center for Community Arts returns to the Gallery with YAP 201: this one’s for the Franklin Street School.

The Gail Pierson Gallery is open all year and welcomes new artists and art lovers from all over to Cape May. Gallery Winter Hours : Daily NOON - 5 pm. Closed Tuesday and Wednesday.

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The Cape May Crossword

None of that generic nonsense you see in other papers... a puzzle just for “Exit Zero”! By Jon Roth.

SO YOU love crosswords? Great. Sit down, get a cup (or glass) of your favorite beverage, relax and enjoy this puzzle. The answers to the crossword are all related to this week’s issue. Our theme this week: kiss. The solution can be found on the front page of our website, www.exitzero.us.

ACROSS 1. This Pennsylvania chocolate titan is well known for its kisses (the amusement park isn’t too shabby, either).

3. One savvy jewelry marketer came up with the phrase, “Every kiss begins with...”

6. If you see the acronym SWAK on a letter, you’ve got something to look forward to. It means this.

8. This variety of kiss is presented on both cheeks, but with no lip-to-cheek contact.

11. This kind of kiss is achieved by rubbing noses.

12. This jazz great composed ‘Prelude to a Kiss’ in 1938.

13. In this country you can be jailed for up to three months for kissing in public, which makes us glad we haven’t been outsourced there.

17. This famous kiss between a sailor and a nurse occurred during a celebration of America’s WWII victory over this Axis power.

18. If you see the Queen Mother or the Pope, don’t go for the lips! Instead, kiss this.

20. If you’re nervous before a kiss, trying popping one of these. Just don’t make it too obvious.

What are they celebrating?... see 17 Across.

22. This wartime film features one of the steamiest beach kisses on celluloid.

24. This kissing game works best if you all sit in a circle and you’ve got a good gender mix.

25. Saint Valentine was a priest from this city, which is also home to Sophia Loren.

26. If you’re looking for the gift of the gab, you’ll have to travel to Ireland to kiss this.

DOWN 2. Many say this company has cornered the market on Valentine’s Day. 3. These kinds of cousins are usually frowned upon.

4. This 2005 movie, starring Robert Downey Jr and Val Kilmer, follows the hijinks of an incompetent thief and an undercover detective in Hollywood.

5. This American country singer released “This Kiss” in 1998. It was unstoppable.

7. Don’t kiss too heavy, too often, or you might end up with this disease, shared by

one-fifth of the adult population.

9. These four capital letters can denote hugs and kisses in a letter (or serve as the signoff in Gossip Girl).

10. The Saint Valentine’s Day Massacre occurred during the Prohibition Era between two rival gangs in this windy city.

14. Never Been Kissed is a 1999 romantic comedy starring this lisping actress, who goes undercover in a local high school.

15. Saint Valentine was imprisoned and beheaded by order of Claudius II for performing this rite for Christian couples.

16. When you see this winged babe approaching, watch out for arrows.

19. Tradition rules that couples should kiss when they find this parasitic plant hanging above them.

21. These Gallic kisses are often considered a little risqué to perform in public.

23. A dozen of these make a great Valentine offering – just make sure the thorns are removed first.

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The Dating Column

M

Stella Dixon’s take on romance on old Cape Island

Y FRIEND Cathy has a two-year-old daughter.

When the baby’s father came home with Barbie’s Dream Playset, Cathy was appalled. Like many a feminist mother before her, she left the doll lying around the house until the family dog just happened to tear it to smithereens. “Whoops,” Cathy said, smiling as she tossed the plastic remains of Barbie’s cellulite-free butt into the trash.

I wondered if my friend’s reaction might just be a little overboard. Sure, the Barbie doll was originally modeled after a cartoon prostitute. Sure, were Barbie a real person, she’d be over seven feet tall with no room for a liver and a head the same circumference as her waist. But doesn’t Barbie have some redeeming qualities? She’s the only woman I know who’s been a doctor, an astronaut, a UNICEF volunteer and a World Cup soccer player. And besides, if we start giving little girls only trucks and trains to play with, won’t we be sending the message that there’s something inferior with all things “girly”?

And if there’s nothing wrong with girls

embracing their inner Barbie dolls, then maybe there’s nothing wrong with boys embracing their inner GI Joes. Maybe girls will be girls and boys will be boys, and what’s so bad about all that?

Brian, I think, is a good example of what is so bad about all that. Brian is a man who, I’m sure, played with GI Joe as a kid. This is a man who exudes machismo, a man whose parents never had the good sense to leave the macho-themed toys lying around the house

for a family pet to destroy.

I met Brian at a party with my sister.

At six-foot-five, Brian’s large frame might have been intimidating, but his camouflaged waders and black facepaint made him laughable. “I’ve been hunting ducks,” he told me.

Yes, I wanted to say, but are you still?

I quickly realized that this was a setup.

My sister was hoping this man shoveling three bags worth of beef jerky into his mouth might end up being the Ken to my Barbie.

That night, while everyone sipped on cans of Miller Lite, Brian did shots of Everclear and beat his chest like a caveman.

When I got off the couch to refill the chips, Brian did pull-ups. Then, while I watched in horror, Brian played a gruesome video game about chopping up zombies, like a virtual GI Joe game for grown men.

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Activity Of The Week

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A weekly column by Catherine Dugan. This week: Winter Poetry and Prose Getaway.

F YOU can’t beat the winter blues, maybe you can turn them into art.

Unleash your inner poet with a writing workshop, conveniently located right here in beautiful, blustery Cape May. Peter Murphy, of Murphy Writing Seminars, has been leading the Poetry and Prose Getaway in Cape May for 18 years. The goal is to provide a supportive environment to foster creativity. Judging from the atmosphere at the Grand Hotel over Martin Luther King weekend, that goal was met.

The friendly tone of the getaway was set by the welcoming reception on Friday night, which featured hot soup, crusty bread and a singalong of “On the Way to Cape May.” Workshops began in earnest on Saturday, and by lunchtime the hotel was full of scribbling and sharing. By Saturday night, there were no strangers in the group. Outside the classroom, guests gathered for sunrise yoga, beach walks, evening board games and late-night dancing, fueled by a steady supply of fresh fruit, coffee and chocolate.

Since Mr Murphy is a native of Wales, it’s only natural that he draws participants from

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The curriculum was equally diverse.

Michelle Cameron, author of the historical

fiction work The Fruit of Her Hands led the beginning novelists. Other prose workshops included memoir, revision and young adult fiction. Nancy Falkow came from Ireland to inspire the songwriters.

Then there were the poets – lots and lots of talented poets. Dorianne Laux and Patricia Smith, the featured readers at Sunday night’s “Getaway Cafe,” impressed the audience with humor and pathos. This night of poetry and ice cream included a bookstore, where participants could sell and autograph their published works.

On Monday morning, there was time for a short workshop before a moving tribute to Dr King. Then, after an express lunch, the workshop was over and it was time to get back to real life. Armed with practical knowledge and a year’s worth of motivation, the participants scattered.

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The Movie Column

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Guest review of “The King’s Speech,” by Dottie Knapp, board member of the Cape May Film Festival

T ISN’T often that you get to see Mr Darcy, Captain Barbossa, Bellatix Lestrange and Wormtail as well as Adam/Felix (one of my favorite drag queens) all in one movie! But that’s what you get in The King’s Speech, the story of King George IV (the current queen’s father) and his triumph over stuttering. As the Duke of York, Colin Firth may not be as dashing as he was as Mr Darcy in the many hours of Pride and Prejudice (BBCTV), but the stiff upper lip is still there, and you hold your breath as you agonize with him, willing him to form the words as he tries to overcome his impediment. Geoffrey Rush as the therapist is also a little less dashing without the pirate hat he wore in Pirates of the Caribbean, but is so charming that you envy his family.

I’m not a fan of Helena Bonham Carter, only because she is so evil as Bellatrix in Harry Potter, and yet here she is matronly, adoring, kind, everything we’ve come to believe the Queen Mother was. The transformation of Wormtail (Timothy Spall, also in Harry Potter) into the character of Winston Churchill is outright amazing.

“The King’s Speech” boasts an all-star cast and refeshingly smart dialogue.

Guy Pearce gets to give up the throne for the woman he loves, and as you watch him play the sycophant to a domineering Wallis, you hope that the next movie will be about them (and no, he doesn’t don any ladies clothes a la Priscilla: Queen of the Desert).

This is really a buddy movie, even

though it is about royalty. The writer asked the Queen Mother if he could make a movie about the king’s problem and she asked that he not do so until after her death as it was too painful a period. The movie makes you understand this. It’s not what we have come to expect of period drama, so if you want opulent sets and lavish clothing, you aren’t going to get it here. Most of the scenes are in very restricted surroundings, and while the clothing is lovely, we are talking about the House of Windsor here, so it is – tasteful.

There are so few movies involving words with more then two syllables that when one comes along featuring dialogue and not car chases, it seems like a whole new genre.

Support it. Maybe they’ll make more.

And if you’re looking for a Valentine treat, come to the Cape May Film Society’s screening of For Roseanna, starring Mercedes Ruehl and Jean Reno. The film starts at 7:30pm Saturday, February 12 at Cape May Stage, and the evening comes complete with champagne and chocolate. No reservations needed, but you can call (609) 884-6700 for details.

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Bird Droppings

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A person who steps out the door and checks the wind direction before the presence or absence of precipitation.

A person who knows the difference between November sunlight and February sunlight; knows that one puts a luster on all it touches, the other an edge.

A person who knows the subtle sounds of the season; the brittle laughter of reed grass, the admonitions of tree-top birds, the mutterings of rustling leaves.

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It’s chilly, but the birds are out if you know where to look. fall – sometimes twice a day! All you need to do is stop by the CMBO’s Northwood Center at 701 East Lake Drive overlooking lovely Lake Lily in Cape May Point. The CMBO is THE information spot for anything to do with nature. The center is open from 9:30am to 4:30pm every day except Tuesday through the end of February. Ask any of our staff – they are always glad to

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If you go out in search of courting woodcock, you smell the bare earth that is both the launchpad for courting birds and the source of earthworms. If you smell smoke, you are in the forest (the smell is last year’s oak leaves) and you’re searching for newly arrived spring migrants. If you smell standing water, then you are looking for northbound waterfowl, followed by northbound shorebirds.

And, of course, the sea has a smell in early spring. Cold and briny and refreshing.

It’s a smell that goes with the sanderlings playing tag with lapping waves. Herring Gulls keen into the wind and Red-throated Loons quack just beyond the breakers.

Summer visitors never know these sounds.

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So many elements in this tapestry of sight, scent, sound. A discovery at every turn. Starting with birds.

Make a resolution that you’ll actually enjoy keeping – get out and enjoy nature.

The Cape May Bird Observatory (CMBO) offers naturalist-led field trips throughout the year; everyday in spring and

help with anything you need – even things you didn’t know you needed yet. We always eager to help new birders! Check out the schedule of daily walks, pick up a free birding map and checklist and while you are there, don’t forget the newest books on and about birding and nature.

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Bob Steenrod, Deanna Fiocca, Linda Steenrod

CAPE MAY AVENUE - 4/5 BEDROOMS / 3 BATHS

Within walking distance of the beach, this gorgeous contemporary offers spacious areas for entertaining or relaxing. The home sits on an oversized 150x120 fenced lot that gives you room for your pool or tennis court. The double door covered entry to the first floor opens to a sunken living room with fireplace and cathedral ceilings, dining room with domed ceiling lighting, large enclosed sun porch with radiant-heat tiled floor, open family room with fireplace and wet bar, kitchen with center cooking island and dining area, billiard room, full bath, generous single-car garage with workshop area. The second floor offers a master suite with two large walk-ins, private balcony for sunbathing, master bath with jacuzzi, separate shower and lav and double sinks. Two bedrooms with large closets, full bath, office/sewing room, circular staircase to the third floor room that could be a bedroom, TV room or great children’s space. Invisible pet fencing inside and out, emergency generator system, built-in double gas grill and patio area are just some of the amenities available! Call Kathy Kornick to set up your appointment today!

KATHLEEN KORNICK SALES REPRESENTATIVE www.cbotton.com/kdk Cell: 609-425-3571 kdk@cbotton.com Melissa, Naomi, Jackie

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Debra, Lynne

John, Karen

Cindy and Bob Buziak

Mark Allen, Gretchen Whitman

George Loper, Nancy Abrams

Bob and Beth Rumsey

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

HOMESTEAD REAL ESTATE 846 Broadway, West Cape May Toll Free: 888-309-7454 • Local: (609) 884-1888 www.HomeSteadCapeMay.com Dagmer Chew, Broker/Owner

17 SUMMER CIRCLE, NORTH CAPE MAY Pride of ownership is evident in this WELL maintained Brentwood model rancher.

This spacious home offers 3 bedrooms and 2 full baths, a living room with gas fireplace, lovely kitchen with breakfast bar, dining room, bright and cheerful Florida room, separate laundry room, and a finished two car garage. The lovely wooded lot offers plenty of privacy from the surrounding homes, is nicely landscaped, and includes a sprinkler system. $349,000

808 ELM STREET, ERMA You don’t want to miss this spacious 3 bedroom, 2.5 bath home with an open floor plan and convenient location. This home features a living room, large kitchen with plenty of cabinets, dining area with sliders to a rear deck, laundry room which also serves as a mudroom, master suite and so much more.

Outside you’ll find a two car attached garage and maintenance free exterior. Ready for you to move right in! $319,900

608 LEAMING AVENUE, NORTH CAPE MAY Whether you are looking for a summer get away or something year round, this 2 bedroom, 1 bath ranch style home is a must see! This home includes living room, eatin kitchen, central air, large rear yard, and storage shed. It is conveniently located within minutes of beaches, schools, and shopping. Call today to make your appointment. $189,900

1360A WISCONSIN AVENUE, CAPE MAY This pristine 2 bedroom, 2 bath corner quad has been fully and tastefully redone for your maximum enjoyment! Inside you’ll find cathedral ceilings in the living room, beautiful custom kitchen with island, master bedroom with full bath, and spiral stairs leading to a large loft. All this and more on a large corner lot with fenced in yard, patio and outside shower. Make your appointment today! $370,000

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Sol Needles Real Estate

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425 THIRD AVE, WEST CAPE MAY

This great 4 bedroom home is close to the restaurants, the beaches and all the fun summer activities. This home is nice for the growing family, as a second home, or as an investment. A large fenced in yard with a deck for summer entertaining. Listed by James McBride for $469,000

6 LOMURNO LANE, GREEN CREEK

Beautifully decorated home situated on 2 acres. Owners completed many improvements such as freshly painted rooms with designer paints, brand new bath with granite counter & tile floor. This home is ready & waiting for you. Listed by Brian & Gregory Giancola for $234,000

Doreen, Craig, Vince, John

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Jane Wood, Patricia Rainey, Don Wood, two friends, Mike Clark

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What is a Fair Market Value?

In Real Estate, Fair Market Value is the price a buyer will pay and a seller will accept for a property under reasonable and ordinary conditions.

A Comprehensive Market Analysis and Cape May County Real Estate inquiries contact:

Heijung Park-Colameco

Broker Sales Associate Office: 609-884-3050 Direct: 609-602-8641

Email: Heijungbythesea@comcast.net Buying, Selling, & Renting with Integrity & Trust

Mike Clark, Teresa Henry, Don Wood

315 OCEAN AVENUE, CAPE MAY, NJ 08204

32 JACKSON STREET, CAPE MAY

307 BRAINARD AVE., CAPE MAY POINT

LOCATED IN TOWN! Come live history at the modernized c. 1905 Victorian-era PUFFIN Condominiums. Income producing and located within walking distance to everything in town including shopping, restaurants, and the beach is just ½ block away! $310,000 - $330,000

2 BLOCKS TO BEACH! 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home just a short stroll to the beach. Use this home as a rental property (great history) or for your home away from home. Plenty of space, great location and being sold mostly furnished. $839,900

Bil and Jeannine, Teresa and Ed Henry

1400 Texas Ave., Cape May, NJ 08204 Next to the Cape May Wawa

www.CoastlineRealty.com Barbara and Warren Nuessle

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103 Harvard Ave., Cape May Point Panoramic Beachfront Views 4 bedrooms, 3 full and 2 half baths 1,695,000.

407 Coral Ave., Cape May Point Strong Rental History 4 bedrooms, 2 baths $869,900

209 Cape Ave., Cape May Point Restored Historic Home 5 bedrooms, 3 baths $1,600,000.

309 Stites Ave., Cape May Point New, well designed home 4 bedrooms, 3.5 baths $925,000.

404 Cedar Ave., Cape May Point Steps to Lake Lily 3 bedrooms, 1 bath $690,000.

507 Ocean Ave., Cape May Point 2 Blocks to the Beach, Double Lot 2 bedrooms, 2 baths $739,000

Vince, Craig, Doreen

Blondage 505 Pearl Ave., Cape May Point Extraordinary Ocean View 4 bedrooms, 4.5 baths $1,777,000.

704 W. Lake Dr., Cape May Point Lake View Cottage 2 bedrooms, 1 bath $595,000.

Vacant Lots for Sale 503 Pearl Ave., Water Views $777,0000.

309 Knox Ave., One block to the Beach $609,000.

605 Cape Ave., Enjoy privacy and nature $399,000.

207 Cape Ave., Beachfront Oversized Lot $999,000.

203 Harvard Ave., Across from the Beach $1,075,000.

305 S. Lake Dr., Short walk to St. Pete’s Beach $495,000.

503 E. Lake Dr., Beautiful Lot with Plans and Permits $580,000.

 Join Us: www.chrisclemanssir.com Christina P. Clemans Licensed Real Estate Broker 1159 Washington St. Cape May, NJ 08204 Email: capemay@chrisclemanssir.com 609-884-3332 Toll-free 800-828-9751

Teresa Henry, Barry Bruno, Sue and Bill Causey

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Homes Of The Week

Check out these beautiful homes in the Cape May area

108 CHESTNUT AVE. CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE

Panoramic water views from this Bay Front Exquisite 4 Bdrm, 3 bath Home! Oversized .65 acre parcel with a 3 story home nestled in the Dunes. Open floor plan on the second level offering a spacious living room with cathedral ceilings & fireplace, dining area with custom kitchen and center island, full bath and master suite with large walk in closet, private deck and gracious bathroom.

The third level features 3 bedrooms, 1 large full bath, study area overlooking the water, and family room with private deck overlooking the Delaware Bay. Neighboring land is state owned and protected. Did I mention water views?

902 OCEAN DRIVE, TOWNHOUSE 2, CANYON CLUB RESORT MARINA, LOWER TOWNSHIP

501 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY. MARQUIS DE LAFAYETTE CONDO-TEL

Dramatic harbor and marina views abound from this luxury 3 BR/4.5 BA townhouse situated in one of the most private sites at Canyon Club Resort Marina. Custom craftsmanship is evident throughout this 3 level home with private elevator. Amenities include chef’s kitchen with Kitchen Aid appliance package, custom tile and hardwood floors, waterside outdoor entertainment areas on all levels. $1,250,000.

Hands free investment.

Amenities such as a pool, on-site restaurant and management, ocean views from every room, and ocean front balconys. Centrally located in town so you’re walking distance to everywhere. $149,500 - $290,000

Theresa Senico Apex Realty 2505 Bayshore Rd., Villas (609) 408-4655 www.theresasenico.com

Wilsey Realty 501 Lafayette St., Cape May (609) 884-1007 www.wilseyrealty.com

DeSatnick Real Estate 324 Carpenter’s Lane Cape May (609) 884-1300 desatnickrealestate.com

6 CORMORANT WAY, NORTH CAPE MAY

956 SHUNPIKE ROAD; COLD SPRING

251 GRANT STREET, CAPE MAY

You don’t want to miss this wonderful 4 bedroom, 2 bath home located in the beautifully well kept subdivision of Mickels Run. The living room features high ceilings and opens to a spacious eatin kitchen with pantry. This home sits on a large lot and includes a deck along the rear of the house, and a lovely front porch. Also included are 2 sheds and attic storage.

Make your appointment today! $245,000

Your family will love this 3 bedroom 3 bath home situated on the Cape May canal with extraordinary water views. This home has many upgrades including a custom built master bedroom suite, specially designed loft, walk-in closets, gorgeous kitchen with center island, and more. Enjoy the large family room together or relax on the fabulous deck and watch the boats go by. Preview it at www.956shunpike.com or call for more information. $749,000.

Beautifully maintained twostory home in the sought after South End, just 2 blocks to the beach with ocean views. Home is completely maintenance free and has attached Mother-in-Law quarters with separate entrance.

Beautifully landscaped and ready for you to move in, just in time for the summer season. Listed by William & Christopher Bezaire for $949,000.

HomeStead Real Estate 846 Broadway West Cape May 609-884-1888 homesteadcapemay.com

By the Sea Realty 315 Ocean Street, Cape May (609) 884-3050 capemaybythesea.com

Just Reduced is this 3 bedroom, 1 bath ranch home situated on a secluded 1/3 acre of land. This home features central air, gas heating, paver driveway and patio. The recent addition of a large family room with vaulted ceilings and skylights make this a home the perfect starter home. It is in need of some TLC, which is a chance to make it YOUR home. $129,900 CENTURY 21 Gilmartin & Co. 1382 Lafayette Street, Joseph Gilmartin Broker/Owner (609) 884-1800 capemayvacations.com

402 OAKDALE AVENUE, BAYSIDE VILLAGE

2673 BAY, CAPE MAY BEACH

This home is located directly across the street from the Delaware Bay and offers water views. There are 3 bedrooms, 1.5 baths, laundry, kitchen, dining room, living room and TV room. There is offstreet parking, a two car garage and storage shed. Everything is here for you to enjoy the summer... multiple decks, outdoor shower, barbeque, privacy fenced yard and free sunsets.

This house is competitively priced in the neighborhood of milllion dollar bayfront properties. $299,900.

Coldwell Banker Sol Needles 512 Washington St. Mall (609) 884-8428 www.coldwellbanker capemay.com

902 OCEAN DRIVE LOWER TOWNSHIP CANYON CLUB UNITS #4 & 5

Coastline Realty Carol Menz, Broker (609) 884-5005 1400 Texas Avenue, Cape May www.coastlinerealty.com

3 STRAWBERRY LANE, LOWER TOWNSHIP, SOUTH OF THE CANAL

Enjoy spectacular harbor/ marina views in this three story Townhomes offers 3 BR (masters with fireplace), 4.5 bath, and elevator to all levels. Gourmet kitchens, living areas with gas fireplace, built-ins, formal dining room, expansive deck. Amenities include 2-car attached garages, cathedral ceilings, central vac, multi-zoned heat & a/c. Unit 4 $1,395,000.00 Unit 5 $1,895,000.

This is an immaculate custom built home in prestigious Taylor Farm south of the canal. The kitchen has custom imported Irish cabinetry, upgraded appliances and finishes. Kitchen opens to eating area with picture window and to family room featuring a fireplace with beautiful custom mantle and bookcases.The living room and dining room offers crown molding and wonderful light from large windows. The 2nd floor Juliet balcony is designed for an office area. $599,000.

Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington St., Cape May 609-884-5800 jerseycaperealty.com

Chris Clemans Sotheby’s International Realty 1159 Washington St. (609) 884-3332 chrisclemanssir.com

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Rentals Of The Week 609.884.1300

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7 MEADOW VALLEY ROAD, CAPE MAY COURT HOUSE, MEADOW VALLEY ESTATES 4 BR / 2 BA / 2 PR colonial two story home. $399,000

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Adorable homes in America’s Original Seaside Resort ready for your enjoyment

660 Washington Street Unit A, Cape May “Cranberry Court”, 1 bdrm, 1 bath, win a/c, gas heat, screen porch, parking for 1 vehicle, sleeps 4. $600-$700/week.

3311 Bayshore Road, North Cape May Two story townhome with gas heat and central air. Two bedrooms, one and a half baths. $950.00 + utilites.

42 Jackson Street Unit 4, Cape May - “Merry Widow”, 3 bdrms, 1.5 bath, fireplace, parking for 1 vehicle, internet, porch, deck, sleeps 6. $1100$2300/week, available off-season for 2 night min.

1 East New York Avenue, Villas Two bedrooms, one bath. Propane heat. $850.00 a month + utiltiies.

Coldwell Banker Sol Needles, (609) 8848428 • www.coldwellbankercapemay.com 201 Ocean Street, Cape May Retail Space. $3,500 per month.

Located in shopping district.

9 OSPREY DRIVE, LOWER TOWNSHIP BAY GARDENS 3 BR / 2 BA single family home with attached one car garage. $270,000

824 Stockton Avenue, Cape May 5 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, Sleeps 18 1 Block to Beach. $3,500 - $5,500

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324 CARPENTERS LANE SUITE 2C CAPE MAY NJ 08204 TODD H. DE SATNICK, BROKER OF RECORD

Dedication... Excellence... Professionalism

(609) 884-5800 739 Washington St, Cape May

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Monday thru Saturday 9am to 5pm Sundays 11am to 3pm.

METICULOUS RENOVATED TWIN 1352 Illinois Avenue, Cape May 2 BR, 1 BA charming Village Green Twin with updated gourmet kitchen and large Florida room.

Amenities: cathedral ceiling, skylights, built-in shelving, central air, and offstreet parking. $379,900.

INVESTOR’S DREAM - TURN KEYFULLY FURNISHED 211 Grant Street, Cape May 5 BR, 3 BA, completely modernized with gas heat/central air, parlor with pocket door, large DR, front & bank staircases, lg wrap around porch, large rear yard with 2outside showers, off street parking. 5-year history of client information provided with sale. Excellent rental history. $829,000.

PANORAMIC VIEWS!!!

1849 Maryland Avenue, Cape May

3-story contemporary includes 6 BR, 3.5 BA, eat-in kitchen, pantry, laundry/ utility room w/gas f/p, central air and 2-car attached garage. $2,495,000.

PERFECT LOCATION 500-502 West Perry Street, Cape May

Coastline Realty 1400 Texas Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-5005 www.coastlinerealty.com 400 Indian Avenue, North Cape May Year Round, 3 Bd, 1 Ba with large yard. $1100/mo plus utilities, security required.

914 Lafayette Street, Cape May Year Rd. 3 Bd, 2 Ba w/ enclosed front porch. $1600/mo plus utilities, security required.

Homestead Real Estate 846 Broadway, West Cape May (609) 884-1888 • homesteadcapemay.com

42 Jackson Street, Unit 1, The Merry Widow, Cape May “The Front Porch Suite” - 2 BR/1 BA, sleeps 6. One block from the beach. $1,500-$2,000/week 10 Congress, Unit 505, Cape May 1 BR/ 2 BA, sleeps 3. Ocean views! $1,350-$2,200/week Desatnick Real Estate, LLC 324 Carpenter’s Lane, Suite 2C, Cape May 884.1300, www.deSatnickRealEstate.com 214 Stites Avenue, Cape May Point 2011 Season- 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Single Family home sleeps 6. $1800-$2800 per wk.

211 Harvard Avenue, Cape May Point 2011 Season – 3 bedrooms, 2.5 bath single family, Sleeps 8. $1600-$3350 per wk.

Chris Clemans Sotheby’s International Realty 115 Washington Street, cape May 609-884-3332 www.chrisclemanssir.com

104 Whilldin, 1st Floor, Cape May Point 2 bdrm, 1 bath, sleeps 4, Great Location $1550per week

Call us today for that special rental property.

We have many to choose from and will find one that suits your needs.

1007 New Jersey, Cape May- 4 bedroom, 2 bath, sleeps 8, One Block to Beach $3200/per week

CENTURY 21 Gilmartin & Co., 1382 Lafayette Street, Cape May. Joseph Gilmartin, Broker/Owner (609) 884-1800 www.capemayvacations.com.

Wilsey Realty 501 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-1007, www.wilseyrealty.com 261 Grant Street, Cape May 6 bedroom, 3.5 bath, Pool 205 Princeton Avenue, Cape May Point 3 bedroom 2.5 Bath Pet Friendly

9 BR, 4.5 BA, home overlooking “Wilbraham Park”. Just steps to shops, fine dining and beaches. Off street parking for 3-cars. Excellent rental history. Being sold furnished per inventory. $719,000.

Theresa Senico, Apex Realty (609) 408-4655 www.theresasenico.com

By the Sea Realty 315 Ocean Street, Suite 2B, Cape May 609-884-3050 www.capemaybythesea.com

231 Fourth Avenue, West Cape May 3 BR, 2 BA, w/d, d/w, cac, sleeps 8 Low $1000/High $1500 313 Knox Ave Cape May Point 4 BR, 2 BA, w/d, d/w, cac, internet, sleeps 12, Low $1200/High $2800 Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington Street, Cape May (609) 884-5800 wwwjerseycaperealty.com

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A Little Bit About Exit Zero Publishing Who we are, what we do, and where we go

Established July 4, 2003, proudly inspired by the late, great Pennywise magazine. Exit Zero Publishing is owned by Jack Wright and Jason Black. We also publish high-quality books as well as this fine periodical.

Telephone: (609) 770-8479 Fax: (609) 770-8481 E-mail: info@exitzero.us Website: www.exitzero.us Mailing address: 109 Sunset Boulevard Suite D, Cape May, NJ 08204 Editor/Publisher: Jack Wright, jack@exitzero.us Advertising Manager: Jason Black, jason@exitzero.us Manager of Assorted Necessities: Dan Mathers, dan@exitzero.us (610) 984-2874 Assistant Editor Jon Roth, jon@exitzero.us Photographers: Aleksey Moryakov, Sandy Maloney, Danielle O’Neal, Alex Steiger Graphic Artist: Doree Bardes Distribution People: Richard Hemenway, Amy Wingate, Vivian Montgomery Columnists: Kate Chadwick (advice), Catherine Dugan (activities), David Gray (Old Fogey), Molly Stone (food), Diane Stopyra (dating) Labeler: Mary Smith Every Wednesday, Exit Zero is delivered to around 300 places. Get it delivered to your mailbox in a plastic mailer. It’s $50 for 47 great B&W issues, and five in glorious color. Call (609) 770-8479 to subscribe.

DOWNTOWN CAPE MAY Swain’s, Mariah’s, Bath Time, Guardian, Bamboo Shack, Cape Savings Bank, Collier’s, All Irish, Cape May Stage, Wilsey Realty, Nest, Pat Jackson Jewelers, Washington Commons Gallery, Celebrate Cape May, Go Fish, Sea Weeds, Oma’s Doll Shop, Cape Orient, Fiber Arts Yarn Shop, Acme, By The Sea Realty, Oyster Bay, Cape May Welcome Center, Depot Market, Congress Hall, Victorious, Pink, Star Inn, Bayberry Inn, Bank of America, Victorian Hotel, SOMA Art Gallery, Magicbrain Cybercafé, Island Grill, Trade Winds, Primrose, Center For Community Arts.

WASHINGTON STREET MALL The Fudge Kitchen, Mary Ann’s, Dellas 5&10, Lace Silhouettes, Center City Mall, Second Story Sweets, Casale’s Shoes, Free Shop, Happy Baby, Cape May Sandal Shop, It’s a Breeze, Madame’s Port, Swede Things, Cucina Rosa, Whale’s Tale, Cafe Tuscany, Italian Garden, Andrew’s Ltd, Jackson Mountain Cafe, Love The Cook, Ugly Mug, Pilot House, Caroline Boutique, Atlantic Books, Carli’s, Kaleidoscope,

Coldwell Banker, Colors, A Ca Mia, A Place On Earth, Between the Lines, Good Scents.

WASHINGTON STREET Southern Mansion, MAC, Chris Clemans’ Sotheby’s International Realty, Bill Mae Cottage, Thomas Webster Inn, Inn at the Park, City Hall, Sturdy Savings, Washington Inn, Dr. Feldman Dentistry, Jersey Cape Realty, Victorian Towers.

BEACHFRONT Sean’s Restaurant, King’s Cottage, Blue Moon Pizza, Hot Dog Tommy’s, Coachman’s Motor Inn, Carney’s, Martini Beach, Virginia Hotel, Mad Batter, Poor Richards Inn, Inn at 22 Jackson Street, Saltwood B&B, Windward B&B, Uncle Bill’s, Ocean View Restaurant, Sandpiper, Hotel Alcott, Summer Station, The Original Fudge Kitchen, Montreal Liquor, Montreal Inn, Capri Motor Lodge, Bloody Mary’s, Periwinkle, Grand Hotel, Palace Hotel, Mission Inn, Angel by The Sea, Peter Shields, Hotel Macomber, Marquis de Lafayette.

COLUMBIA AVENUE Columbia House, Sun Bank, Dr. Gorny, Victorian Abstract, MP Myers, Cape May Day Spa, Twin Gables, Henry Sawyer B&B, Linda Lee, Brass Bed Inn, Mason Cottage, Mainstay Inn, Delsea B&B, White Dove Cottage, Manse B&B, Merion Inn, Cliveden Inn, Pharo’s B&B, Summer Cottage, John F. Craig House, Majestic Star.

GURNEY/OCEAN/STOCKTON Avalon Coffee, Cape May Beach & Kite, John Welsey Inn, Louie’s Pizza, Beach Massage, Inn of Cape May, Beauclair’s, Queen Victoria, Fairthorne, Cheeks, Cape May Library, Whiskers, Freda’s Café, Victorian Lace, Camelot Hotel, Bedford Inn, Chalfonte Hotel.

EAST CAPE MAY Nature Center, Model Cleaners, Model Laundromat, Wawa, Coastline Realty, Cape Bookkeeping, Shear Sunsations, Rizzo Chiropractic, C-View Inn, Century 21 Gilmartin.

WEST CAPE MAY VFW, Godmother’s, Cape May Bakers, Higher Grounds, Tea By The Sea, Cape May Linen Outlet, Flying Fish Studio, CVS, Albert Stevens Inn, Weddings by the Sea, Kate’s Flower Shop, Seaside Cheese Company, Ocean Crest Printing, Kasey’s Kanines, Cape Fitness, Dr. Goldstein Dentist, Cheeks, Artizan Salon & Spa, Westside Market, Cape Island Home and Garden, Bella Vida Cafe, Flanegan’s Framing, Seven Eleven, Homestead Real Estate.

SUNSET BOULEVARD Vanthia’s, Bird House of Cape May, Butterfly Tea Room, Cape May Wicker, The Exit Zero Store and Gallery, Accent on Beauty, Cape Winds Florist, Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May Point Post Office, Sunset Beach Gift Shop.

ROUTE 109 South Jersey Marina, Lobster House, Tony’s Marine Supply, Sea Gear Marine, Captain’s Cove, Cape May Whale Watcher, Lucky Bones, Tony’s Pizza, Cape May Antique Center.

NORTH CAPE MAY Laundromat, Heart to Heart Flowers, Le Gates, Harpoon Henry’s, Mr. J’s Music Shop, Cape May– Lewes Ferry, Gorman’s, Hair Cuttery, Italian Affair, Cape May Veterinary.

OFF THE ISLAND The Canyon Club, Harbor View Restaurant, Axelsson’s Blue Claw, Cape Liquors, Moose Lodge, Old Grange, Historic Cold Spring Village, Hawk Haven Vineyards.

VILLAS Lower Township Construction, Lower Township Municipal, Apex Realty, Curl Up and Dye, Fish and Fancy, Villas Liquor, Snippers Salon, Jake’s Bar and Grill, Kiddie Closet, Cape Savings Bank, Cohwen’s Ink Emporium, Wawa, Wing It, Bella Mangiata.

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