Vol. 9, No. 38 - Thursday, October 27, 2011

A sprightly sheet full of the sprays of the old ocean ¯ Thursday, October 27, 2011 ¯ Vol. 9, No. 38 ¯ Cape May, America’s Original Seaside Resort

The Washington Street Mall Is Overrun By The Undead

Owen, Henry and Jackson O’Brien were among those decked out for trick-or-treating on the Washington Street Mall on Sunday... more inside Aleksey Moryakov

THIS WEEK...

Boo!

It’s the Haunted Issue

Beef And Beer For Peggy Cox

Pages 30-52

The Inside Scoop On City Hall

Pages 35-42

Frannie Wilsey’s 50th Birthday Party

Pages 53-57

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High Temperature: 61 Low Temperature: 52 Chance of Rain: 50% Sunrise: 7:21am Sunset: 6:06pm High Tides: 8:40am, 9:03pm Low Tides: 2:05am, 2:51pm

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Inside This Issue «The Coffee Break Page................. Page 12

«The Old Fogey ...............................Page 65

«Ramblings from the Editors........ Page 13

«Activity of the Week......................Page 69

«Food & Drink Guide.................... Page 23

«Employee of the Week....................Page 71

«The Contest Page......................... Page 28 «Spouty Offy!...................................Page 41 «Customer Service...........................Page 49 «Must Haves....................................Page 51

«Health & Beauty Guide................Page 72 «Adopt an Animal.........................Page 75 «Bird Droppings............................Page 81

«The Answer Lady........................ Page 61

«The Dating Column..................... Page 93

«Chance Meetings........................ Page 63

«Homes of the Week......................Page 101

« Cape May Crossword.................. Page 66

«About Exit Zero........................... Page 103

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10/23: Trick-Or-Treat On The Washington Street Mall

Kaitlyn Fitzpatrick, Jacqueline Hagan

Liam and Dave Fairman

Diane and Amanda Zih

Chris and Lily O’Donnell

David, Molly

Crabby

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Craft Beer of the Week Dogfish Pun-kin Ale (very limited!)

1200 Route 109 South • Cape May (609) 884-BONE (2663)

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WEDNESDAY SPECIAL november 2 ONLY Fried SHRIMP PLATTER ...... $5.95 each

Kelly, Amy, Sammy, Brandon

Served with French fries or baked potato & coleslaw

FISH MARKET SPECIALS FRI., Oct. 28 tHRU SUN., oct 30

shrimp chowder $5.50/pint

TAKE-OUT SPECIALS FRIDAY, oct. 28 & SATURDAY, oct. 29

Hot Combo Appetizer Special 2 BBQ Clams, 2 Clams Casino, 2 Oysters Rockefeller $7.95

fried oyster PLATTER Served with Stewed Tomatoes and Mac & Cheese. $10.25

Joanne, Shark

Broiled

flounder, crab cake and shrimp PLATTER Served with Baked Potato or French Fries & Coleslaw. $10.95

Fisherman’s Wharf, Cape May

609-884-3064 www.thelobsterhouse.com Call Ahead & We’ll Have It Waiting For You! Happy trick-or-treaters

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best entertainment lineup in town!

Friday, October 28

The Loop Tuesday, November 1 Terrible Tuesday with Jon K & Mike Dempsey

$2 Miller Lites

Saturday, October 29

Halloween Costume Party

5 Hour Jones Great Prizes for Best Costume

Wednesday, November 2

Karaoke w/ Jimmy J

$3 Yuengling & Yuengling Lights

Every Sunday during Football Season! live nfl action on bigscreen tvs 35 Cent Wings & 1/2 Price Cheesesteaks Check Out Our New $11.99 dinner menu!

Prime Rib, Swordfish, NY Strip Steak and Many Other Great Entrees to Choose From!

OPEN 7 DAYS 11AM-2AM YEAR ROUND!

(609) 884-3459 426 Washington Street Mall Cape May Now Serving Trits!

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at 7 ocean

Open weekends

Breakfast - Saturday & Sunday Lunch - Saturday Dinner - Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Now Accepting Thanksgiving Reservations

Special Fall Sale in Aleathea's Parlour

Cape May's Most Unique Antique and Gift Shop

Eddie, Mary Ann

Savings up to 35% 7 Ocean Street at the Inn of Cape May 609-884-5555 • innofcapemay.com

Serving Dinner Friday & Saturday Evening from 5:30 Thanksgiving Dinner from 3 pm 4 course prix fixe $39 adults/$19kids

Early Dinners 5:30 - 6:15pm

Reserve Now for Special Events!

Beach Avenue & Howard Street at the Hotel Macomber (609) 884 8811 www.unionparkdiningroom.com

Emily, Rachel, Paul, Hannah, Mark, Heather Anne

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HAPPY HOUR 3PM TO 7PM DAILY Katrina, Melissa, Vallo

1/2 Price Drafts & Domestic Bottles, Margaritas On The Rocks and House Wine by the Glass $5 FlatBreads During Happy Hour

MONDAY NIGHT WING NIGHT AND FOOTBALL $2 Lager Drafts, $5 Wing Bowls During Monday Night Football, Free Pool Table

UPCOMING EVENTS OCTOBER 28 • DAN BROWN DUO

OCTOBER 29 • HALLOWEEN PARTY WITH SOUL SHINE

Tammy, Baby Norman, Taylor

NOVEMBER 11 & 12 • CABANAS, MARTINI BEACH BLUES FEST WITH THE CAPE MAY JAZZ FEST Purchase Tickets at: www.ShopCabanasOnTheBeach.com for guaranteed seating

609-884-4800 At the corner of Beach Ave. & Decatur Street www.CabanasOnTheBeach.com www.facebook.com/CabanasOnTheBeach

Andrew, Troy, Carly, Colin

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Please call for Current Hours Check us out on facebook or call 609-884-8030 for our daily specials!

The Depot features popular homemade soups, salad selections, house roasted meats and local seafood specials

Let Us Cater Your Next Event Order Your Holiday Platters now Eat In or Take Out • Catering for Any Event!

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

Harbor View

RESTAURANT, BAR & MARINA

954 Ocean Drive, Cape May • (609) 884-5444 • www.harborviewcapemay.com

Open Daily for Lunch & Dinner • Breakfast on Saturday & Sunday

Friday

Shrimp stravaganza

& Fairly Irregular Pizza Sunday

Burger Mania...

All Day & All Night! & Turkey Dinner Monday All U Can Eat Crabs Tuesday Cod Cakes Wednesday London Broil Thursday Prime Rib

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The EZ Guide To What’s Going On The who, what, when and where of Cape May’s social scene

Thursday, October 27 Tales Of Terror Trolley Ride Begin your build-up to a ghoulish holiday with this haunted half hour. A costumed guide spins tales of terror from the Victorian era as the trolley wends its way past flickering gas lamps through the ghostly streets of Cape May. Bring a friend, in case you need someone to hold on to. Cost is $10 for adults, $7 for children. Departs at 7:30pm from the Information Booth on the Washington Street Mall. For details, call MAC at 609-884-5404.

Friday, October 28 The Phantom Ball At Congress Hall This year’s theme, Weird Science, promises plenty of Frankensteins, mad scientists, and hopefully an Igor or two (besides the Igors from Eastern Europe). There will be a psychic on hand to read your fortune, and prizes for the best costume in a variety of categories, including sexiest, scariest and funniest. Admission is $20 and includes a complimentary drink and access to a buffet of BBQ brisket, buffalo chicken and a candy bar. Afterwards, keep the party going downstairs at the Boiler Room.

Starts at 8pm. For details call 609-884-8421.

Saturday, October 29 SeaSalt Spooktacular Extravaganza Don’t miss this chance to show your costuming skills – compete for best costume prizes (including $250 for first place), choose one of two seatings for a special Halloween prix-fixe dinner, then dance the night away with a live DJ and no cover charge. We also hear they’ll be serving drinks in mini-pumpkins, which is an inspired touch if we’ve ever heard one. For details, call 609-884-7000.

Halloween Costume Party At The C-View Inn Don your All Hallow’s best and compete for the scariest and most original costumes from 9:30pm to close. There will be a DJ, dancing, and specials on domestic pints, Green-Eyed Monster Shots and jello shots. For details, call 609-884-4712.

Halloween Costume Party At The Ugly Mug Do the monster mash to the live tunes of 5 Hours Jones and compete for great prizes. Every Saturday night at the Mug is a memorable one - this one will feature some added spooky spice. For details, call 609-884-3459.

Madame Parmentier’s Psychic Tea At The Carriage House Tearoom Enjoy a Halloween-themed tea at the Carriage

Costumed crowds gather at Congress Hall’s annual Phantom Ball House Tearoom and Café and learn what the future holds for you (all in good fun, of course).

During the tea, you’ll encounter fortune-tellers, palm readers, even the odd phrenologist.

Enjoy refreshments, outlandish costumes, and the chance learn what delights (or horrors) await you. Tickets are $25, starts at 2:30pm.

Reserve you tickets by calling 609-884-5404.

Sunday, October 30 Cape May Stage Presents Red Check out the hottest ticket in town. Head to the beautifully restored Robert Shackleton Playhouse to see Red, which follows the experience of expressionist Mark Rothko as he produces a series of commissioned pieces for the famous Four Seasons in New York City. Acted by none other than Roy Steinberg, Artistic Director of the company, it’s sure to be a treat.

Show starts at 3pm. General admission is $35.

For details and reservations, call Cape May Stage at 609-884-1341.

Tuesday, November 1 Spaghetti And Meatball FUNdraiser At The Cape May VFW Now that the spooky festivities have come to a close, it’s time to gear up for the next big holiday: Christmas! (Our apologies to the pilgrims). In the first of a series of fundraising events, Chef Chris Hubert of the Black Duck and Godmother’s will cook up a storm of Italian goodness, all the proceeds of which will benefit the West Cape May Christmas Parade.

Cost is $15, starts at 4:30pm. For details call 609884-1005.

Upcoming November 4-6 Sherlock Holme’s Weekend A mystery’s afoot in Victorian Cape May, and we know just the man to solve it. For a preview of what to expect, consult our Activity Column on page 73. For further details and reservations, call MAC at 609-884-5404.

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Ocean View FAMILY RESTAURANT

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Open Friday and Saturday from 7am-9pm and Sundays from 7am-8pm

Try Our Mini meals Available Sunday-Thursday

Gabe, Will, George

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

Midnight moon

This goat cheese from the U.S.A. is aged for at least 6 months and is firm, dense and smooth with a slight graininess of long aged cheese. The flavor is nutty brown buttery with caramel notes.

Joshua, Christian, Mariela and Andrew Suita

Over 150 Cheeses & Meats • Olives & Imported Olive Oils Ravioli House Raviolis • Le Bus Breads • Spreads Dips • Oils • Cape May Crab Cake Factory Crab Cakes NEW PRIVATE TASTING ROOM... CALL FOR DETAILS!

Seaside Cheese Co.

600 PARK BOULEVARD, WEST CAPE MAY • 884-8700

Trick-or-treaters

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Tasting Room Hours: Daily Noon-5pm • Saturday Noon-6pm Winery Tours - Saturday at 3 pm (call for reservations)

The Bogle family

Chardonnay * Merlot * Syrah Red Reserve * Pinot Grigio * Riesling Cabernet Franc * Cabernet Sauvignon Blush * Apple * Fini Blanc * Port

Gift Certificates & Gift Baskets Available

Rita, Cassidy, Jenny

TRIVIA NIGHT Tuesday November 15th @ 7 pm (Doors open at 6 pm) Help us support the Gene Sole Scholarship Fund when you enjoy a delicious bowl of chili. Pay with a donation to our "Great Citizen" Container. Contributions will go in their entirety to the scholarship fund. We hope you will join us in honoring young people who are making a positive difference in our community, in memory of Gene Sole, a truly special man who demonstrated these qualities everyday of his life.

This annual scholarship will be awarded to LCMR students who exhibit qualities of good character in their community, school, and personal endeavors. Please look for upcoming events throughout the year that will keep this scholarship alive and giving.

Zander and Tayler Bezaire

(609) 884-1169 711 Townbank Rd., North Cape May www.capemaywinery.com

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The Police Blotter

WEST SENECA, New York - Police were notified when twelve pairs of sunglasses valued at over $1,625 were stolen from a locked display case at Council Opticians on Seneca Street.

No ghost, though – the key was reported to have been left on top of the display case.

Classic Quotations

A Story From The Past “All houses are haunted. All persons are haunted.

Throngs of spirits follow us everywhere. We are never alone.” Barney Sarecky “Dreaming men are haunted men.” Stephen Vincent Benet “What terrified me will terrify others; and I need only describe the spectre which had haunted my midnight pillow.” Mary Wollstonecraft Shelley “While filming The Haunting Hour, my co-stars and I visited a haunted house dressed as vampires! We confused the workers.” Cody Linley “I’m not afraid of werewolves, vampires or haunted hotels, I’m afraid of what real human beings do to other human beings.” Walter Jon Williams

When the Hotel Cape May opened for business in April 1908, it offered accommodations for nearly 1000 people, with 330 rooms, wraparound verandas and an ornate ballroom. It was considered the largest hotel in the world. It operated only six months before it was closed due to financial problems. This was just the beginning of problems for the New Cape May project. Within a year, the president of Flinn’s Cape May Real Estate Company, Peter Shields, resigned. Ben Miller

Facebook Mystery Contest

Weird Word Of The Week

CRYPTID – A cryptid is an animal whose existence has not been confirmed by science. The study of these creatures is known as cryptozoology. Cryptid sightings have been documented for centuries, and some of the most popular cryptids through the years include Bigfoot, the Loch Ness Monster, and werewolves.

Don Pocher

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 Kate Chadwick.

If you think you know what establishment you’re staring at, then you have a chance to win a 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-year-old nephew for help. To enter, look for the mystery photo at facebook.com/ exitzeropublishing. Good luck!

Random Fact Of The Week

Ireland is believed to be the birthplace of Halloween. Dressing as ghouls originated from the ancient Celtic tradition of townsfolk disguising themselves as spirits, believing it would allow them to escape the notice of real spirits wandering the streets during the ancient Celtic festival of Samhain.

Fortune Cookie Of The Week J “The true way to soften ones troubles is to solace those of others.” 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 egg rolls. 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 Editors

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Ideas, idle gossip, and occasionally important odds ’n’ ends

AST week, the intrepid EZ staffers attended the monthly city council meeting. (You can read what we hope is an utterly entertaining recap on page 35). Like council meetings everywhere, it was chock full of particularly tortured language about taxes and legislation, which does not exactly make for the most relaxing way to spend an evening. So the following night, we felt determined to find some respite. But where to go? While Cape May has way more going on in the off-season than most shore towns to the north, a Wednesday night in October is sometimes still a Wednesday night in October. Except, we soon discovered, at Big Wave Burritos, the surf-themed chipotle spot on Texas Avenue.

What we stumbled into there was the eatery’s first open mic night of the fall season. Every Wednesday evening from now on, while owner Mickey Chew slings burritos, his lovely wife, Kate Delaney, will strum her guitar — playing everything from The Stones to Regina Spektor. Throughout the night, talented locals of every age beat the bongos, jammed on the guitar, and harmonized on the harmonica.

Mickey, who grew up just a block away from Big Wave, spent some time surfing and managing a burrito place in Hawaii, but he loved Cape May too much to stay away for long. He and Kate moved back onto the mainland and opened their own shop Memorial Day weekend of 2010. Ever since, no matter how busy they’ve gotten raising their fourmonth-old daughter or battling the brain tumor Mickey was diagnosed with last year, they’ve supported local talent. The open mic nights, they explain, are especially impor-

tant for kids who want to be creative and social, but aren’t old enough for the bars that comprise so much of Cape May’s social scene. And since the salsa nights at Sea Salt we raved about in last week’s column have moved from Wednesday to Friday, you have no excuse not to check it out.

But it’s not just musicians who Kate and Mickey strive to help. On one wall hangs the handmade skateboards of manager Rob Wheeler, which are sold out of Big Wave. And all over hangs the artwork of local “surfographer,” David Macomber, whose mixed media pieces combine painting, letter-writing, and photography. “David took some pictures of me surfing and got some artwork out of it,” Mickey says. “I suggested he hang some stuff up, and he decided to quit his job as a graphic designer and pursue this full time. I don’t know if we kind of pushed him off the ledge!”

Tomorrow, Friday, October 28, from 6 to 9pm, Big Wave will host David’s art show.

While one photo will be from California and one from Hawaii, most will be local. “These photos aren’t necessarily North Shore,” David says, “but they will be real to those who surf

here.” David’s hope, more than even selling artwork or promoting local surfing, is that the community will support Kate and Mickey. “I’m so grateful to Mickey and Kate for giving me a venue,” David says. “I love working with them. There are so many local artists that get seen because of them.”

If you’ve got some free time on Friday, we recommend stopping by. Even if artwork isn’t your thing, you’ll enjoy the DJ Kate and Mickey are bringing in and, of course, the food will be delicious. We can’t wait to try the Rio Bowl, which is some kind of Brazilian smoothie so thick, it’s served in a bowl.

On another note, we’d like to mention what a huge turn-out there was for trick-or-treating on the mall. We think it’s wonderful that, year after year, so many merchants pony up the candy so that Cape May’s wee ones can have a lovely afternoon.

SPEAKING of the mall, according to city council, it may also be smokefree in the future (like Cape May’s beaches, parks, and Sunset Pavilion now are). While we’re all for healthy lungs, we’re also for laws that can be enforced, and we’re not so sure that’s the case with this one. Cape May’s lifeguards have their hands full scanning the water for swimmers in trouble; do we really want them scanning the beach for smokers, too? (Smokers who, being on the beach, are not that bothersome to begin with?)

Or are the city’s cops going to be the ones policing the new law? We think there must be a better use of the force’s time and money.

(Wasn’t it just last July that Council debated nixing the DARE program due to lack of funds?) Perhaps the best we can hope for is that those smokers who choose to ignore this ordinance at least clean up their butts.

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Open Daily • Happy Hour 3 to 6pm everyday

Wine Dinner

Friday, November 18 @ 7:30 Featuring Hawk Haven Wines (call for reservations) Live Music - No Cover

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

Thursday, October 27 • open mic • 7pm Friday, Oct. 28 • Belly Dancers Daughters of Terpsichore 7 PM Saturday, October 29 - joe & mike • 7 - 10 Sunday, October 30 - Blonde-O-Ween Halloween Party w Blondage Call for tickets

AT THE CARROLL VILLA HOTEL

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

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Erin Hausey, Aidan Long

Aunt KK, Ella Leahy

Mack and Jeff Laag

Michael Pantalone, Jessica Clark

Danae Marie

Kyle and Reilly Satt

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C-View Inn

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Cape May’s Oldest & Friendliest Tavern

The Best “VIEW” of Fall PHILLY Sports Eagles Games Fly on the 50¢ WINGS of the Eagles Eagles Special Edition Miller Lite Pounders…$2.50 8 HDTV Flat Screens…NFL Ticket Flyer’s Games Pizza’s…$3.50/$5.50 Sliders $1.50 Buckets/Miller Lite…6/$7 Hat Trick Specials…

3 Domestic Pints…$5 3 Pizza’s $9/$12

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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

You’re invited to a Halloween Costume Party!

Saturday, October 29 9:30/10 pm - Close Entertainment with DJ and Dancing!!

Prizes for: Scariest & Most Original Costumes $3.00 Green Eyed Monster Shots $2.00 Domestic Pints $2.00 Jello Shots

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

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Thursday, October 27, 2011

How’s It Going Over At Convention Hall?

Our weekly photo update keeps you posted on the construction of this much-anticipated project

PHOTOGRAPH BY Aleksey Moryakov... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

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HALLOWEEN BASHES! FRIDAY, OCTOBER 28

Scary-oke! with

TERRY-OKE

Grube family

9:00 p.m. to 1:00 a.m.

MONDAY OCTOBER 31

Jim’s Night of the UNDEAD

David, Nicole, Andrew

Zombie Halloween Bloody Cocktails 10 P.M.

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

Rio Grande Center Shopping Mall • 609-889-2000 • Crabby, Trish, Megan, Brianna

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Serving Fine Food and

Spirits Since 1885!

Mathew, Daniel and Anthony Harris

Dinner & Cocktails Thursday-Sunday Live Piano Music from 5:30 pm Jazz Trio now on Thursdays from 8:30 The Black family

Special Holiday Menus and Hours Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Eve! Early Bird/Night Owl Prix Fixe Specials $16.95 two courses; $18.95 three courses

$16.95 Express Dinners--available all night! (add $2 Saturday before 9 pm) Full Bar

Free On-Site Parking

Kids’ Menu

106 Decatur St. at Columbia Ave., Cape May Reservations: 609-884-8363, or online at www.merioninn.com Alleysia, Jovani, Kaitlyn, Genevieve, Zack, Sanchez, Julian

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Dinner from 5pm Thursday thru Sunday Matthew Dicarlo, Quinten Hagan, Logan DiCarlo, Sara Mounts

Reserve Your Private Party

Stefankiewicz family

Rehearsal Dinners • Reunions Baby Showers • Bridal Showers Any Special Occasion

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

www.cucinarosa.com

Jake, Madelyn, Matthew, Carly, Victoria, Max

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Price Fixe Fridays Fridays 5:30-10pm

$35 Price Fixe Menu includes Appetizer, Entree & Dessert

Select Bottles of Wine Half Off!

Latin night Now Friday Night Starting at 8pm

Latin Dancing Live Salsa music by cintron Tapas Menu $5 Mojitos Ann Oswald Plays Live Sunday Night!

THE OCEAN CLUB HOTEL 1035 Beach Avenue, Cape May NJ 08204 609.884.7000 • capemayoceanclubhotel.com

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Chart a course for...

Prime Steaks • Sensational Seafood

A Local Café with ... a Wholesome Aroma

Vegetarian & Gluten Free Friendly

OPEN ALL YEAR ROUND! NEW EXTENDED FALL HOURS Breakfast ~ Lunch ~ Dinner Specials

SUNDAY - WEDNESDAY 8am - 2:30 THURSDAY-SATURDAY 8am - 8pm

Daily Early Bird Specials $15.95 Three Course Meal Served in Hemingway’s Restaurant 4p - 5:30p

Daily Breakfast Buffet

Served in Hemingway’s Restaurant 8a - 11:30a $11.95 for Adults, $6.95 for Children 10 and Under

Best Coffee in Cape May County Order Holiday Pies in October and get 10% off!

LUNCH FOR TWO $10.95

Each person gets to Choose…

A cup of Soup du jour Or a Side Salad AND A SANDWICH TO SHARE! Turkey & Cheese ~ Ham & Cheese ~ Tuna Salad Chicken Salad ~ Chicken Cheese Steak Cheese Steak ~ Half Pound Burger Fried Fish Sandwich ~ Turkey or Tempeh Reuben Grilled Spinach Sandwich Thank you for not substituting!

Not good with any other discounts.

609.884.6332

406 N. Broadway, West Cape May

www.bellavidacafe.com

Monday Night $21.95 All-You-Can-Eat Dungeness Crabs

Wednesday Night Prime Rib Night $15.95 or $18.95 for Grand Cut

Thursday Night Land & Sea Buffet

Held in the Grand Ballroom $27.95 for adults $13.95 for children (10 and under)

4p - 9p Reservations Recommended

The Grand Hotel

Oceanfront at 1045 Beach Avenue 609.884.5611

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Cape May Caspers

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Ghost investigator Craig McManus explains that even spirits love Cape Island... by Diane Stopyra

HIS time of year, we watch movies about chainsaw-wielding axe murderers and blood-sucking vampires for fun. We pay money to have mummies frighten us on after-dark hayrides. All of this because we like being scared. For this reason, tourists flock to Cape May at the end of October. A National Historical Landmark, the town is chock-full of Victorian buildings that many believe are haunted. But according to Craig McManus, author of The Ghosts of Cape May series, the spirits who linger in America’s oldest seaside resort are not the Hollywood kind; you won’t find them popping out of dark closets to say “boo.” If you’re hoping to be chased down by a “headless ghoul,” Craig says, that’s not what you’ll find in Cape May. And he should know. A gifted psychic medium, 49year-old Craig has spent his entire adult life channeling these spirits.

Craig first started coming to Cape May from his hometown of Demarest, NJ in the early ‘60s, to visit the aunt and uncle who lived here. As a boy, he was more interested in the roller coasters of the Wildwood boardwalk than the history of the buildings in town, but he felt taken aback by the eeriness of the city nonetheless. “It wasn’t as luxurious back then,” he says. “Houses were condemned. It gave a creepy feeling.”

Soon, Craig started hearing echoing noises and seeing vivid colors in his mind, “like an old Beatles movie.” The sensations were so strong, he felt scared to close his eyes.

His parents, blaming an overactive imagination, told him to stop watching so much television. Craig himself tried dismissing it, but by the time he reached his late teens, his gift had only grown stronger. Now, he was seeing images of living people before they even showed up in his life, and events before they even occurred. Craig began doing tarot card readings for friends, and realized another ability – the power to communicate with the deceased. Not only was Craig’s gift precognitive, it allowed him to see past lives as well.

The skill became alienating. “I felt exhilarated while using it,” Craig says, “but became depressed afterward. I was embarrassed by it.” But Craig couldn’t resist. “Natural evolution” kept pushing him toward a life of extra sensory perception, in the same way that someone who can play the piano is “drawn to a set of keys.” Word-of-mouth spread quickly among those looking to reconnect with loved

Some homes in Cape May have occupants both living and dead... ones who’d passed on. Realizing he could use his gift for good, Craig grew to love it. “When I’d see someone who’d been depressed, it was rewarding to know I could help.”

Fascinated by the paranormal activity he had always encountered in Cape May, Craig began staying at local B&Bs, talking to innkeepers about their ghost experiences and having plenty of his own. He did this for 15 years, becoming the leading expert on everything that’s ever gone bump in the night on Cape Island. While there are skeptics (“That’s human nature,” Craig says. “My mission is not to convince them.”), there are plenty of locals who don’t need convincing. This week, Exit Zero caught up with several of them.

Waitstaff at one of Cape May’s hottest lunch spots admitted to hearing a ghost call their names and turn on the stereo after hours. “We call him George,” one server said, “and he’s friendly.” Still, the restaurant’s owner leaves a key above the cellar door, so George doesn’t feel trapped and decide to start breaking things. “When he’s not happy,” this server said, “the computer system goes down.”

Local hotel workers – night auditors, bartenders, and valets – had similar stories. The manager of one B&B, we’ll call him Mark, witnessed a “visibly shaken” housekeeper explain a jarring encounter. She’d propped the door to a room open by turning the deadbolt, so that she could move freely

between the room and the closet down the hall. Standing between the two spaces, she saw a figure in period dress, top hat and all, move into the room, locking the deadbolt behind him. When the housekeeper used her master key to open the door, no one was there. For the rest of the year, she refused to work on this floor of the building. Since then, a guest of the hotel has emailed Mark a photo she took while vacationing there. In the background is a shadowy figure which, if you look closely, looks just like a man in a top hat.

Such spirits, Craig explains, are merely souls with unfinished business. Some might be interested in communicating, and some might “take off out the back door as soon as they see you.” Some have an emotional attachment, while some have a physical attachment, like a house they don’t want to leave. Whatever the reason they continue to linger, the ghosts are likely not seeking us out; we just happen to be in their path.

“In this culture,” Craig says, “we often try to make everything about us, but sometimes, it’s just not.” Sometimes, he adds, it’s about Cape May. “This is a very calming place with great energy, something between heaven and earth. Maybe some of these ghosts don’t rush to move on because they’ve always liked it here. Perhaps all they’re looking for...is the suntan lotion.”

For more information on Craig and his upcoming ghost tours, visit craigmcmanus.com.

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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?

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

This fine restaurant serves breakfast, lunch and dinner daily. Sit on their oceanfront porch and enjoy a cocktail!

B, L, D

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

FULL BAR

YES

YES

Avalon coffee 7 Gurney Street, Cape May, 898-8088, www.avaloncoffeecompany.com

The Cape May location is now open daily.

They have great sandwiches as well as fines coffees and smoothies!

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

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

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

B, L

$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

Boiler room 251 Beach Avenue in Congress Hall (609) 884-8421

The coolest hot spot in town. The Boiler Room is where it’s at for a cocktail and the music to dance it off.

Cocktails

Cards: V, MC, AE, D

Full Bar

NO

NO

brown room 251 Beach Avenue in Congress Hall (609) 884-8421

Cape May’s living room is just the ticket when you want to relax with a beverage and great food.

Cocktails

Cards: V,MC,AE,D

FULL BAR

NO

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.

B, L, D

$8-$25 Cards: 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 12-5pm. Make a reservation to tour the winery on Saturdays at 3pm.

Winery

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

KEY

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b Handicap accessible

Other details

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U

H

U

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YES

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H u u

b

H u b

WINERY

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N/A

NO

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U

U Dog-friendly patio in season

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This Lovely Little Magazine Keeps Right On Travelling photographS by our dear readers

Ed and Diane Hutchinson in Annecy, Switzerland

“The food was to die for... so good we wanted to lick our plates! Excellent service and great atmosphere!” ~ Kate, Debbie & Cathie, Poconos

Breakfast Saturday & Sunday from 8am Lunch Daily from 11:30 Dinner Nightly from 5pm

Peter and Christine DiCianni in Waimea Canyon, Hawaii

Host your next party at Tishas!

Packages starting @ $35 per person

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Alan and Lynn Marani at the US Open of Tennis

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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?

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Cape Orient 315 Ocean Street, (609) 898-0088 capeorient.com

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

L, D

$12-$19 Cards: 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 Cards: 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 Cards: V, MC

FULL BAR

depot market cafÉ 409 Elmira Street, Cape May (609) 884-8030

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

The Ebbitt Room 25 Jackson Street, (609) 884-5700 www. virginiahotel.com

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

GODMOTHER’S Broadway & Sunset, (609) 884-4543, godmothersrestaurant.com

Excellent downhome Italian food, reasonably priced and great for family dinners. Check out their early bird specials.

harbor view 954 Ocean Drive 884-5444 www.harborviewcapemay.com

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$6-$14

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U

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A Key West vibe, great views of the harbor, good food and regular entertainment. Plus they have a fabulous deck.

B, L, D

$6-$30 Cards: V, MC

BAR

NO

YES

hawk haven vineyard 600 S. Railroad Ave., Rio Grande (609) 846-7347 www.hawkhavenvineyard.com

Wine tasting and gourmet cheeses daily from 11-6, and then Saturdays on the Crush Pad for live music from 2-5 pm.

Winery

N/A

Winery

NO

NO

hemingway’s 1045 Beach Avenue (609) 884-5611, hemingwayscapemay. com

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

B, L, D

$15-$38 Cards: 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, dinner... The Lobster House has it all. A must visit while at the Cape!

B, L, D

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

BAR

NO

YES

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D

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HAPPY HALLOWEEN

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(609) 884-3449 WASHINGTON STREET MALL, cAPE mAY

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, the lucky recipient has to answer three questions related to our issue theme, which this week is all about scary stuff.

This week’s winner is Steve Bankos, 58, a VP Materials employee from York, Pennsylvania. We found Steve and his companion strolling the Washington Street Mall. Here are his answers to our piercing questions: What is your favorite scary movie? Alfred Hitchcock’s Psycho What will you be for Halloween this year? Charlie Sheen What is your favorite kind of candy? Chocolate Steve wins a $50 gift certificate to Oyster Bay for answering our questions. Congratulations and enjoy!

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During All Eagles Games and Flyers Hockey Games

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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?

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the lobster house Fisherman’s Wharf, (609) 884-8296, thelobsterhouse.com

Take-out, fish market, restaurant, raw bar, breakfast, dinner... The Lobster House has it all. A must visit while at the Cape!

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 Cards: 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 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

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

BAR

YES

NO

BAR

NO

YES

BAR

YES

NO

marie nicole’s Marie Nicole’s serves modern American 9510 Pacific, Wildwood Crest cuisine with a European ambience. Late (609) 522-5425 www.marienicoles.com menu, desserts and cocktails.

B, D

$4-$22 Cards: V, MC, AE

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.

D

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

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

The dim, amber lighting, dark wooden bar, period fittings and classy staff give it a special ambience.

D

BAR Cards: V, MC, D, AE

BAR

YES

YES

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.

B, L, D

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

BYOB

NO

YES

oyster bay 615 Lafayette Street (609) 884-2111 oysterbayrestaurantnj.com

A lovely dining room, a beautiful coppertop bar and classic, generous dishes. Now serving delicious new martinis!

D

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

BAR

YES

YES

peter shields 1301 Beach Avenue, (609) 884-9090 www.petershieldsinn.com

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

D

$22-$39 Cards: V, MC, D

BYOB

NO

NO

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

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

L, D

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

BAR

YES

YES

b Handicap accessible

U

H b

The new spot at the Marquis de Lafayette hotel. A good old-fashioned pub atmosphere on weekends.

u Onsite parking

H

u b

Marq’s Pub & restaurant 501 Beach Avenue (609) 884-3500

KEY

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H u b

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

Gail Stees, 59, retired, York, PA. Top from Jones and NY, Jacket

by Pamela McCoy, pants from Walmart, footwear by Franco Sarto, sunglasses are fake Armani.

Joanne Bankos, 57, insurance adjuster, York, PA. Top from Ralph Lauren, jacket from Chico’s, pants from TJ Maxx, footwear from Shoe Gallery, bag by Fendi.

Kyle Hermansky, 18, student, Cape May. Shirt by Nike, pants

by Wrangler, footwear by Nike, sunglasses by Oakley.

Evan Miller, 18, student, Cape May Shirt by Quiksilver, pants by Dickies, footwear from Urban Outfitters, skateboard by Face Plant.

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This Week’s Prizes: great white shark massage by nicole giorgio CONTEST answerS October 6 Issue Clip Art answer: Page 31 - Mad Batter ad FAKE AD answer: Page 104 Lima Bean Whisky ad

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CONTEST WINNERS October 6 issue Clip Art WinnerS Carol Bender • Jean Wilson FAKE AD WINNERS: Dagmar Jelincic • Gary Yusko

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The Ultimate Cape May Food & Drink Chart What you need to know about the food and the vibe rio station 3505 Route 9 South, Rio Grande (609) 889-2000

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

seasalt 1035 Beach Avenue • (609) 884-7000 www.capemayoceanclubhotel.com

Imaginative cuisine at SeaSalt, or check out their hot Latin Night on Wednesdays with Salsa dancing and live Salsa music!

Seaside Cheese Company 600 Park Blvd, (609) 884-8700 www.seasidecheesecapemay.com

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

Sushi Ukai 1500 Route 47 South, Rio Grande (609) 770-7773, www.sushiukai.com

Enjoy delicious, fresh and nutritious authentic Chinese, Japanese, Malaysian and Thai cuisine – all homemade!

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. Open daily.

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.

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 daily.

union park Elegant dining in a classic old hotel, and Beach Avenue & Howard, (609) 884-8811, the food is magnificent and inventive. One www.unionparkdiningroom.com of the best in the area. 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.

WASHINGTON INN 801 Washington Avenue (609) 884-5697 www.washingtoninn.com

Superb gourmet food, and a bar to get your night off on the right foot. Amazing wine list. Be sure to visit on weekends.

WAllace’s harborside cafe Route 109 at South Jersey Marina Cape May, (609) 898-7700

All homemade, all the time. Breakfast or lunch by the water. Try the Superstack – we dare you. Six hotcakes for $6.95.

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Price range of entrées

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YES

YES

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YES

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

N/A

N/A

YES

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BYOB

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YES

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

BYOB

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

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BYOB

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10/1: Beef And Beer Benefit For Peggy Cox At Cape May VFW

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On October 1, at Cape May’s VFW, over 150 people turned out for a beef and beer benefit for Peggy Cox. Peggy, loving mother of two and grandmother of four, has been battling breast cancer since June. Coping with this disease has made it difficult for her to do her job as a home healthcare worker and MRI technician for Cape Regional Medical Center. A proud local, Peggy is a resident of North Cape May, and a graduate of Lower Township High School who, according to her sister Donna, has “touched the lives of many people.” Here, she gets a bear hug from five of those people. Peggy is third from the left.

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10/1: Beef And Beer Benefit For Peggy Cox At Cape May VFW photographS by Aleksey moryakov

$10 (FRIDAY AND SATURDAY) $15 (SATURDAY EVENING) ALL FUNDS BENEFIT FRIENDS OF CAPE MAY JAZZ NOVEMBER 11 AND 12

Kathy, Eric, Maggie, Nancy, Scott

friday GENO WHITE @ MARTINI BEACH, 6:00 THE TOM LARSEN BLUES BAND @ CABANAS, 9:30 saturday FRANK BEY @ CABANAS, 1:00 EDDIE MORGAN @ MARTINI BEACH, 6:00 BLUE BONE @ CABANAS, 9:30 Purchase Tickets at: www.ShopCabanasOnTheBeach.com for guaranteed seating

Michael, Cortnee, Robert, Donna

Joe, Marge, Happy

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Washington Inn &

10/1: Beef And Beer Benefit For Peggy Cox At Cape May VFW photographS by Aleksey moryakov

the wine bar New Destinations Available...

Check out our new wine flight schedule! share plates relaxed atmosphere $1 Oysters until 7 pm

TT, Uncle Larry, Big Stan

The Washington Inn & The Wine Bar are open Friday, Saturday & Sunday

Lauren Schmarek, Bob Sharp, Missy Mendo

Let Us Cater Your Holiday Party! the wine bar 801 Washington Street Cape May, NJ 08204

609-884-5697 reservations accepted Missy, John, Steve

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Uncle Bill’s

10/1: Beef And Beer Benefit For Peggy Cox At Cape May VFW photographS by Aleksey moryakov

& FAMILY RESTAURANT

Beth, Jim, Heather, Bob

open Daily 6:30am-2pm BEACH AVENUE & PERRY STREET, CAPE MAY (609) 884-7199

Ray, Dottie, Dan

The Kellehers

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A user’s guide to Cape May City Council meetings... by Kate Chadwick and Diane Stopyra

T IS that time of the month again.

No, we’re not talking about that time of the month, though we did witness some PMS-type behavior rearing its ugly head at City Hall during the most recent city council meeting. For those of you who missed out (and that’s quite a bit of you–- there were only nine folks in attendance), we’ve put together a recap, EZ style.

Meeting of Cape May City Council, Tuesday October 18, 2011.

7:03 - Your intrepid reporters scramble in just after the Pledge of Allegiance and Proclamation (it’s breast cancer awareness month!). We’ll blame our tardiness on scrounging for change for the parking meter which, appropriately, is the first topic of discussion on tonight’s agenda.

7:04 - Deputy Mayor Jack Wichterman, looking sharp in a violet shirt and charcoal jacket, introduces Ordinance 240-2011, which would exempt handicapped drivers from paying meters. He suggests that Cape May might just be the first city in the state to enact such an ordinance, and that “common

sense is prevailing.” Council members put it to a vote, and it passes unanimously.

7:07 - Deputy Mayor Wichterman then introduces Ordinance 241-2011, regulating bait and tackle vendors. Motion passes again, and he comments on tonight’s meeting being a “piece of cake,” immediately causing us to ponder how good a piece of cake would taste right now.

7:09 - It’s time for council to entertain questions on resolutions. The first, 218, pertains to trick-or-treating, which will occur between 5 and 7:30pm on October 31

(as it should). Deputy Mayor Wichterman says, “We do it every year.” We assume he’s referring to the passing of the resolution, not to trick-or-treating, as we picture council members going door-to-door for candy. Next up is 219, which provides for a closed meeting immediately following the current one to discuss “inter-local agreements with Cape May Point and West Cape May collective bargaining.” The next two resolutions (220 and 221) pertain to convention hall and discuss the first change orders since the inception of the project. Resolution 220 is for the building of a tougher transformer pad, which will cost $6,100. Council explains that such a pad would be safer, more serviceable, and less visible to the public than what was originally planned. Change order number two is for modification of the building’s concrete foundation. Mayor Ed Mahaney reads aloud from the document, which explains that the jetty, the original location for this foundation, was found too unstable to “rest the foundation against.” Then

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Kudos to Mayor Mahaney for being a fellow grammar nerd! Resolutions 222 A and B are for the payment of bills.

7:13 - Councilmember Bill Murray, wearing a baby blue checkered shirt, would like to know how these change orders will affect the total cost of the convention hall project. He reminds council that “we are on a tight budget,” and that change orders must be looked at very closely. We can appreciate a fellow penny-pincher, Councilmember Murray. Journalism doesn’t pay the big bucks.

7:16 - Mayor Mahaney responds that money for unforeseen obstacles like inadequate transformer pads and foundations, is built into the $10.5 million convention hall budget, and that construction is going along swimmingly.

We should mention here that every time we hear the word “transformer,” we are thinking about science fiction action films, but that is neither here nor there.

7:20 - Minutes from previous council meetings are accepted, and reports from the Cape May City Police Department, Shade Tree Commission, Cape May City Fire

Thursday, October 27, 2011 Department, and Tourism Commission, are received by City Clerk Diane Weldon, who is sporting an olive-colored suit and lovely brown hair clip this evening. She reminds the council that next month’s meeting will occur on Monday, November 14, and your reporters make a mental note not to plan any trips to the Brown Room on this evening.

7:21 - City Manager Bruce MacLeod, attired in a olive suit, yellow dress shirt and patterned tie, introduces new business, including the upcoming bids for convention hall items such as chair risers, catering kitchen equipment, and a skating rink barrier. We try to imagine anything more idyllic than ocean-side ice skating. At the moment, we cannot.

7:22 – Councilmember Deanna Fiocca, wearing a chic black sweater and jeans, expresses concern about the aerobics classes being held at the Franklin Street School. She says she has been advised that many senior citizens have purchased punch cards in order to gain admittance to these classes. The recent change to $5 dollars per class has made these punch cards void, which is upsetting, considering the lack of activities available to seniors in the city.

7:23 – Mayor Mahaney advises that Manager MacLeod will look into it and report back to Councilmember Fiocca.

Mayor Mahaney then announces the annual drive-through flu clinic at Kindle Auto Plaza on Sunday, October 23, with a reminder that only one clinic will be held this year and to get off the parkway at exit nine. “Most of you will know where that is,” he says, in all seriousness. (Whaddya know, folks – there is life above zero!)

Next, the mayor comments on what a “nice joint venture” between the city and its merchants the trick-or-treating on the mall event will be, and that it’s a good way to “tucker out” little ones so that they get a good night’s sleep. Finally, Mayor Mahaney announces that the New Jersey League of Municipalities asked him to write an article for the October issue of the League’s magazine, which he holds up. The article is about economic sustainability being “the crux of Cape May’s future.” We can’t help but notice that all eight people sitting at the council table are sipping from one-time use plastic water bottles, and there’s nothing sustainable about that, but congrats to Mayor Mahaney, anyway. He further states that he will chair a League presentation on this topic on November 19 in Atlantic City.

7:27 - It’s time for the public portion of tonight’s meeting, where those wishing to speak are asked to give their name

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and address, and to confine their comments to under five minutes. First up is Kim Burns, representing Tobacco Free for a Healthy New Jersey. She’s here, she tells us, in support of the smoking ban on the Cape May beaches, public parks, Sunset Pavilion, and promenade. “What you’re doing is, like, unbelievably awesome,” she says, smoothing her long blonde locks. She says she would like to offer assistance in any way she can, and suggests providing beachgoers a brochure of sorts. She then muses that a brochure would be too big. Deputy Mayor Wichterman suggests a flyer.

7:29 - A perky gentleman called Dr Bob Zlotnick from Atlantic Prevention Resources in Atlantic County, attired in a gray suit and pink and red bowtie, bless him, bounces toward the podium. He asks if he might have the rest of Kim’s five minutes, but doesn’t wait for an answer before firing suggestions about ways to spread the no-smoking message. “Stickers!” he says.

“Plastic information baggies containing a synopsis of the ordinance!” He suggests that one item for each beach tag sold would work well. Deputy Mayor Wichterman chuckles.

“You might be surprised by how many are sold,” he says. Then Dr Zlotnick asks if council has considered banning smoking on the Washington Street Mall.

“That,” Wichterman repsonds, “will be a topic of conversation for next year.”

7:31 – A gentleman approaches the podium in a white checkered shirt, glasses, and khaki pants that might be just a smidge too large. He introduces himself as Charles Hendricks, “taxpayer,” of Trenton Avenue. He says the city has shared police services with West Cape May and Cape May Point, but that he has documented reasons to believe at least one of these jurisdictions is receiving police

services equal to twice that of what they are paying for, to the tune of $400,000. “I was told by the mayor,” he says, “that there are formulas which dictate these numbers, but I have not been allowed to see them.”

7:32 - Mr Hendrix tugs on his belt loops.

7:33 - City Attorney

Anthony Monzo suggests it is too early for council to make a decision on whether or not this documentation should be released to the public. Deputy Mayor Wichterman says that at least three members of council haven’t seen these formulas themselves.

7:34 - Mr Hendricks tugs on his belt loops again, and thanks the council for their consideration.

7:36 - Bernie Long, of New York Avenue, approaches the podium, also identifying himself as a taxpayer. “We’re at a time when incomes for the private sector,” he intones, “are flat or, in real terms, negative, when real unemployment is likely closer to 20 percent than 10. We’re in the midst of the longest recession in the nation’s history.” As if that weren’t enough to make your trusty reporters want to cry, Mr Long goes on to say that if the press is to be believed (ouch!), Cape May has experienced the second highest tax increase in the county. He wants to know how council plans to make sure this isn’t repeated, particularly given the fact that so many retirees live here. “I’m retired,”

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7:37 - Councilmember Murray responds by saying that the budget process is very open, and that anyone with specific recommendations is welcome, adding that generalizations like “taxes are too high,” are really not that helpful. That’s like, he says, making generalization about “apple pie and motherhood.” (Mmm, apple pie.)

Councilmember Murray then suggests that if Mr Long sees mistakes being made, he is more than welcome to point them out.

7:38 - Mr Long responds that specificity is important, but most citizens are not in a position to familiarize themselves with the issues. Mr Long himself is 1,100 miles away for most of the year, for Pete’s sake!

Why doesn’t council just declare, “No more tax increases, no more budget increases!”?

Surely, he says, this will stimulate specific suggestions. Mr Long adds that it’s the administration, and not the public, who “knows where all the bodies are buried.”

(Bodies?!)

7:39 - Councilmember Murray responds that he can’t respond to that.

7:41 - Mr Long responds that he can’t

respond to that response. Your reporters note that Mr Long has reached his five minute max.

7:42 - Mayor Mahaney jumps in, as is his inclination. “I assume you’re referring to

the The Press of Atlantic City article from three weeks ago,” he says to Mr Long, who nods, but not before reiterating his disclaimer that he’s not sure the press is to be believed.

Ouch, again. We note that the folks in the comfy seats at the press table don’t even flinch.

7:43 - Mayor Mahaney says that he’s not indicting the press (gee, thanks), but that The Press simply took figures issued by the county and used them to compile a total tax bill, not specific to Cape May City.

There was not, as the article suggested, a six percent increase; just a meager sixtenths of one cent increase. And this figure was originally supposed to be a two-cent increase, but was knocked down by the tireless efforts of this very council.

7:46 – Reporter’s note: Mr Long has now doubled his five minute max. He then comments on Lower Township High, “that bloody high school” which taxpayers are made to support, despite the dearth of Cape May students who attend it. He also points out that a recent reevaluation increased his property taxes and those of his fellow citizens.

7:47 - Deputy Mayor Wichterman has apparently heard enough. He responds enthusiastically, and none too happily, punctuating his words with finger points.

Since 1974, he explains, school tax has not been predicated on how many children a city sends to the school; it’s predicated on a city’s property values. The amount of members on the board of education, on the other hand, is predicated on how many children you have in school. And, since only the board of education can change this system, it’s a vicious cycle, so, as Wichterman succinctly observes, “We are stuck with it.”

7:48 - Mr Long begins shaking his head in disagreement. “Don’t shake your head at me until I’m finished!” Deputy Mayor Wichterman snaps. He pushes his chair away from the table. Councilmember Terri Swain, in basic black, reaches for her

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City Attorney Anthony Monzo swivels in his chair. “The average tax bill in Cape May city is $4,000,” Wichterman says.

“In the state, it’s $7,000. We do a darn good job on this council.

You should be darn happy you live here, and not in Ringwood, New Jersey.” (No offense to any Ringwood readers, but we think that was a darn good response.)

7:53 - Mr Long snaps “Good job patting yourselves on the back,” while somehow conceding Wichterman is correct on some points.

He attempts to walk away, after reiterating for a third time that he doesn’t always believe the press, anyway.

Alright, already! But City Manager Bruce MacLeod stops Mr Long. He makes the point that a reevaluation of taxes does not automatically mean a tax increase, simply a redistribution of the tax base.

7:56 - Mr Long makes his final remark. “People aren’t going to want to come to Cape May,” he says. “They’re going to say, ‘look at what they’re doing with their taxes there.’ It will give us a black eye.” Since he is now 15 minutes beyond his five minute max, your EZ reporters are wondering if someone is going to give Mr Long a black eye.

7:57 - Jay Schatz takes center stage. He recalls a number of Cape May’s famous “nuisance laws,” like “no bare chests for men” and “no bare feet on the promenade.” Mr Schatz says he was “particularly gratified when the no-Speedo ordinance was repealed,” which elicits chuckles. Mr Schatz implies that the smoking ban is just another nuisance law.

He notes that while the law is “well-intentioned,” he doubts the folks behind it would like to explain to our Canadian summer visitors why they can’t smoke on a public beach.

He then says that the burden of enforcement will fall to lifeguards, adding, “If you ain’t

gonna be able to enforce it, you shouldn’t oughta pass it.” Mr Schatz wraps up by saying that he doesn’t know how many smokers still head to the beach, anyway; he doesn’t get there much himself. “That’s why innkeepers and locals are all so pale,” he says. He ends by applauding the handicapped parking ordinance, though he hopes people won’t take advantage, a problem resulting from “an awful lot of handicap parking stickers floating around.”

Deputy Mayor Wichterman assures him ordinance will be enforced.

8:00 - Bernie Haas of Illinois Avenue takes the podium. He wants to know if the owners of the Beach Theatre will be reassessed now

that the Beach Theatre is no more. Mayor Mahaney says this will be reviewed by the tax assessor. Then, Mr Haas asks if the city EVER plans to hang the “National Historic Landmark” banners, and then questions their actual existence. Mayor Mahaney says that it is their intention to do so, and that he hopes it will happen. We hope so, too. Finally, Mr Haas asks if the Beach Theatre site is destined to become a parking lot. Mayor Mahaney says that this question should be directed to the Franks.

8:04: Meeting is adjourned.

Everyone shuffles out.

8:07: Perky Dr Zlotnick tosses mini beach balls which read “Tobacco Free for a Healthy New Jersey” toward your EZ reporters. We take our balls and go to the Ugly Mug.

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It’s The Most Wonderful Time Of The Year

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W

E KNOW, it’s only October. Plenty of Jack-o-lanterns are still lighting up the porches of local B&Bs, so Christmas is likely the last thing on your mind. But for West Cape May Mayor Pam Kaithern and her team, the West Cape May Christmas Parade has been a topic of conversation since last summer.

That’s how long it takes to plan “one of the biggest holiday season parades in the tri-state area.” This year’s event, the 46th annual, will include local dance groups, cub scout troops, fire trucks, approximately a dozen bands and, of course, Santa. While the parade is imperative for “the economic vitality of the town,” it’s even more important for the way it unites the community.

“This is a chance,” the mayor says, “to celebrate alongside our neighbors. It’s a warm, fuzzy event that encompasses decades of tradition.” A major part of this tradition is Charlotte Daily, the 80-year-old woman who’s been running the event for the past 46 years, a number she is hoping will be

50 some day, as long as the parade receives enough support to continue. For all of these reasons, the mayor asks that you mark your calendars for this year’s parade fundraisers, which provide 50% of the funding.

The first of these events, the Spaghetti and Meatball Dinner, will take place at the VFW on Tuesday, November 1, from 4:30 to 8pm. Chris Hubert, acclaimed chef of the Black Duck and Godmother’s, will do all the cooking. The cost is $15, and tickets will be available at the door. “It’s not like we cover expenses and then the leftover money goes to the parade,” the Mayor says. “Everything goes; this is not funded through tax dollars.”

The second event is the Winter Wonderland Warm Up, taking place in the Congress Hall ballroom from 6 to 8pm on Thursday, November 10. To entertain the wee ones, Mrs Claus and Blue the Pig will be in attendance. Attendees will savor cups of hot chocolate and the live music of local artists. “It will be your neighbors and friends who are playing,” the mayor says, “not strangers coming in from who knows where.” The donation request is $20, while children are welcome at no extra charge.

Finally, on Sunday, November 20, West Cape May firefighters will host a Chicken and Dumpling Dinner, hosted at the West Cape May Fire Hall. Local celebrity chefs will be cooking the meal, which includes a salad bar, dessert and beverage. The $20 tickets are available in advance at Borough Hall or at the door. This event, like all the others, is “absolutely family friendly.”

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y sister once punched me in the forehead so hard, she broke her hand. As her fingers starting changing color, she begged me not to tell our parents. Of course, I never would have done that. No matter how brutal our fights got, no matter how many just-learned curse words we’d try out on one another, no matter how many clothes we’d borrow from one another without permission, neither of us would ever tattle. It was an unspoken code between us. With my head pounding and her hand swelling, Donna and I concocted a story. We hadn’t been fighting, we told our parents on the way to the emergency room, we’d been playfully rough-housing with our cousin David in the backyard. David, we said, had innocently tackled Donna to the ground – out of love, of course – and he didn’t know his own strength. It really was quite funny, we’d said through nervous laughter, when you thought about it. Mom and Dad were annoyed, but they bought the story nonetheless. I had a lump on my fore-

head that I covered with shaggy bangs, and Donna suffered through a cast for six weeks, but that was the worst of it. No harm, no foul, no-tattling policy still intact. Years later, when I nearly destroyed my parents’ house with an out-of-control party, Donna covered for me. The Stone sisters would never dream of diming one another out.

Perhaps this is why I’m constantly so floored by my customers: so many of you are a bunch of tattletales. If I forget a spoon or don’t have time to refill your water, you want to speak with my manager. You’re like the kids in my Catholic elementary school who wrote the names of “talkers” on the board when Sister McCarick stepped

out of the room. But here’s the thing, Mr I’m-going-to-need-a-pen-to-fill-out-mycomment-card: those kids didn’t have any friends. Those kids grow up to be the guy in the office who runs to his supervisor every time he sees Chuck in the next cubicle playing computer solitaire while on the clock.

Don’t get me wrong, if your server is rude or your meal is inedible, you have a right to complain. But the most vocal tattletales are usually the ones with the least valid gripes. And I can’t understand why these folks would get their kicks from throwing someone under the bus. Perhaps you want a free meal. Perhaps your boss is sick of you, so you’ve decided to suck up to mine. Perhaps misery loves company.

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The Answer Lady

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Wise answers to perplexing questions

he Answer Lady invites inquiries from gentle readers on all manner of relationship quandaries, matters of the heart and ethics. If you’d like to send a query, write to info@exitzero.us.

Dear Answer Lady A friend and I shared a place in Cape May this past summer and had a blast! Now we’re home (until next summer!), but I realized she still has some of my clothes. I’ve messaged her a few times, asking her to send them back, but no response! I’d like at least some of these things back. What’s my next move? – Undressed Dear Undressed The Answer Lady would guess that your next move involves living without those clothes, as she wagers you will not see them again until AT LEAST next summer, if ever.

Your friend’s silence on the subject indicates that she has either accidentally ruined them, lent them to someone else and not received them back, graciously donated them to charity, conveniently forgetting they weren’t hers to donate, or has grown so attached to them

that she has moved, leaving no forwarding address. Back when the Answer Lady worked for the airlines, she used to remind passengers that a good rule of thumb for packing is to not include anything that one cares about ever seeing again. Not that one should expect a friend/roommate to behave like an unruly baggage handler, but things happen.

Dear Answer Lady On last week’s column – I don’t get it.

Why should a guy have to hold a woman’s purse when she goes into a changing room?

Is the changing room somehow purse-repellant? Doesn’t it have hooks to hang the purse on, a bench or chair to set the purse on, or a floor to place the purse on? If a purse enters a changing room, is it instantly transported across the space-time continuum to another dimension? Since I don’t ask a woman to hold my wallet while I try something on, I don’t comprehend this whole thing. Is it somehow linked to the reason women go to the bathroom in groups, and thus forever incomprehensible to men? – Hung Up On Handbags Dear Hung Up The Answer Lady does not quite comprehend the purse/changing room phenomenon either, to be frank. She doesn’t even bring her purse into a store if she is going to try things on (an admittedly rare occurrence). It seems to her, however, that if a lady asks a gentleman to hold her purse briefly, he should not view this request as a direct attack on his masculinity. This issue is unrelated to women using public restrooms en masse.

The Answer Lady cannot solve that mystery either, but if she could she’d probably have to kill you anyway, so it’s just as well.

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Chance Meetings

Everett Chance wines and dines Cape May’s single ladies

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alloween: the day when parents encourage little boys to dress like little girls and little girls to dress like whores. Call me a curmudgeon, but I always have a hard time getting into the spirit. The last time I put together a costume was almost two decades ago in Chicago, when I went out to a club wearing a full cowboy get-up. Hat, duster, boots, bandanna, lariat. . . and as I walked in, I heard an uncostumed person say, “I didn’t know they had a country band playing here tonight.” That did it for me and dressing up. I’m also looking for some gender equality in costumes. Guys have to actually think about a costume, maybe buy one, but there’s definitely a process involved. Girls can just go out wearing trashy lingerie, and chances are they’ll get their photo in Exit Zero. Halloween is nothing if not discriminatory.

Admittedly, I’ve had a difficult enough time figuring out just who I am without muddling things by wearing masks. If Halloween is all about dressing up as who

you want to be, well, what if I just want to be myself? I’m happy with me, and dressing as a fireman or an astronaut or a razor-clawed slasher isn’t going to make me feel better about myself. And in my eight Halloweens here, I’ve yet to have a single trick-or-treater darken my doorstep.

I sit there with my bowl of candy, and nobody shows up to eat it. (Of course, the neighborhood kids have also probably seen me out in my woods, working with axe and

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chainsaw, so there could be a connection.)

There’s nothing fun about eating a bag of fun-sized Snickers alone. And people who put costumes on their dogs? My hound is far too dignified, and though a set of devil horns would fit his personality, I’m not so cruel as to go that route. So, Halloween and I just don’t see eye-to-eye.

Which is not to say that I have no plans.

I’m starting off Halloween morning – before the candy begins – with a visit to my favorite dental technician, Heidi. And this time (with the help of the dentist, who has been providing me with inside information) I’m finally going to ask her out. And if she says no, well – it’s the perfect day to drown my humiliation in chocolate.

Let’s enjoy dinner, and then see if there’s room left over for candy. Send an email to info@exitzero.us, and we’ll go to dinner at one of the Cape’s fine eating establishments. Afterwards I’ll write all about it, a combined date and restaurant review. Your name will be changed, the restaurant’s won’t. We can wear costumes, too, if you’re into that sort of thing.

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“I really value my education at LCMR,” said Kincade.

Kincade hopes to earn scholarships for her outstanding academic achievements. She is vice-president of both the National Honor Society and Tri-M Music Honor Society. Kincade has also been playing center field on the varsity softball team since her freshman year.

Kincade plans to spend the rest of the year getting involved in everything she can. She played an integral role in planning TigerPalooza, LCMR’s 50th Anniversary Homecoming Celebration, offering up creative ideas to a panel of faculty and administrators to ensure that TigerPalooza will be memorable and successful.

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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. The theme: haunted things. The solution can be found on the front page of our website, exitzero.us.

Across 1. This film centers on a haunted house in a New York town of the the same name.

5. He’s a personable spook who befriends a fox and a witch in red. Later, he was the subject of a film co-starring Nina Ricci.

12 . This is a vodka and tomato juice drink. It’s also the name of a spectre who will appear in your mirror if you utter her name three times.

14 . This Mexican holiday marks a time when family and friends can gather to pray for the souls of those who have passed on.

16. This Dickens novella features four ghosts, including the chain-rattled curdmudgeon, Marley.

17 . In the film Ghost, she plays opposite Patrick Swayze and has a memorable pottery scene.

19 . This, the most famous of all ghost stories, is narrated by a nervous governess and was written by American author Henry James.

21. This Shirley Jackson novel is about a woman named Eleanor who visits a haunted mansion after the death of her mother.

22. This Cape May mansion is the site of frequent paranormal investigations by GhostOne, a Pennsyvlania-based ghost-hunting team.

Down 1. This legendary ship, doomed to sail the seas for all eternity, was immortalized in a Wagner opera.

2 . This is the religious rite used to expell demons from human hosts.

3. This Irish author, better know for his satirical plays and bon mots, did write one ghost story: The Canterville Ghost.

4 . This 1980s slasher flick filmed in Cape May follows a group of teenagers as they’re mercilessly picked off by a veteran with a pitchfork.

5 . He’s known as the Ghost Writer, and is profiled in this issue of Exit Zero.

6 . This talking Great Dane, along with his friends Fred, Daphne, Velma and Shaggy, is always out to expose ersatz spirits.

7. This is the goopy, gelatinous substance often produced by mediums around the turn of the century as proof of spiritual possession.

“I’m not gonna hurt ya Wendy...” 13 Down

8. Famous for novels like The Age of Innocence, she’s also known for her ghost stories.

9 . This 1984 fantasy comedy follows the exploits of three parapsychologists who are in over their heads when Gozer the Gozerian threatens to destroy New York City.

10. This 2007 supernatural horror film was made on a shoestring budget, presented as “found footage,” and made about $13,000 for every dollar spent on production.

11. This M. Night Shyamalan movie set in Philadelphia centers around a young boy who sees ghosts everywhere he turns.

13. In one of Kubrick’s greatest films, Jack Nicholson plays a recovering alcoholic who slowly unravels in a haunted hotel.

15. In this 2001 horror film, a British wife waits for her soldier husband to return home.

Meanwhile, she looks after her two children – who happen to be allergic to sunlight.

18. This Irish spirit, best known for moaning wildly, is thought to presage death when she appears.

20. In this Shakespeare play, the eponymous protagonist is visited by the ghost of his father, who demands his murder be avenged.

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The Old Fogey

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

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here are a great many ghosts stalking the D’Catur Mansion, but only one do I truly fear. I refer not to the headless horseman who clatters up and down the hall at the stroke of midnight. Nor to the wailing procession of chained and manacled Irishmen who were walled up in the basement when the mansion was built to avoid paying them the wages owed.

And I am talking not about the moaning howling menagerie of ghostly animals I have hunted and mounted on the wall over many decades (before seeing the error of my ways) and which prowl this house once a year looking for their missing body parts.

No, dear hearts, I refer to the most fearsome specter of all, the one that every Hallow’s Eve comes looking for me, and that I cannot hide from. The ghost, I tell you, of myself!

Oh yes, such a thing is possible. Awful, but possible. And here’s how it happened: I was exploring in Darkest Africky, when one of my native bearers stumbled upon an ancient jungle tomb. He took one look

at the worn inscription above the door, dropped his load (I refer to my luggage…) and fled into the trees. When I tried to force the others in, they refused, and trembling, translated the wording as “He who enters is cursed with himself.” Shouldering them aside, I entered and, as was customary, removed all jewels and trinkets and gold, kicking over and grinding underfoot such things as caskets, cadavers, pottery and artwork. I must say I felt fine, and the proceeds paid for this house’s South Wing, which as

Window Fashions

you know is composed entirely of panes of purest crystal, inlaid with jade.

However, the very first Hallowe’en afterwards, staff reported seeing me wandering the highest floors of the mansion in the wee small hours, moaning and slack jawed. They assumed delirium or opium, and said naught, but year by year, the sightings grew more alarming, the phantom more solid, and approaching ever closer to my bedroom. Last year, it got so far as to scratch on the door, and this year, I fear, it will finally be upon me. Thus I dispatched my faithful serving man Kitchener to Africky to that very tomb, to try and find a cure. To my delight, he is this very day returned, and has a translation of the very thing to end the curse. Not cure it, exactly, but to transfer it to someone else. All that was needed was to write about it, and end with the word “Aahmandium!” and the very first person to read it in this rag of a newspaper would become the new target. I do apologise, old friends: one of you will this Hallowe’en receive their first visit. It could be you …

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“You Know It’s True When Old Love Feels New.” Congratulations to the future Mr. and Mrs. Carter

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Activity Of The Week

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A weekly column by Catherine Dugan. This week: Sherlock Holmes Weekend

ANT to join the unofficial force of Baker Street Irregulars at Cape May’s Sherlock Holmes Weekend.?

“Not a word! Into your clothes and come!”

Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC), Sherlock Holmes Weekend, November 4-6, brings fans flocking to Cape May, with all the elements of a whodunit.

Suspense: will Cape May’s Victorian charm stand up to the scrutiny of Mr Holmes?

Mystery: will Holmes and Watson solve the case before Sunday lunch? Fashion: which participant will stroll the streets dressed in the finest Victorian costume?

The character of Sherlock Holmes epitomizes the Victorian era, using science to out-sleuth traditional policemen. He values exercise, including boxing and fencing, and believes a gentleman should know how to defend himself. Holmes is imperfect – an arrogant drug addict and a bit of a bully. But who doesn’t love Sir Arthur Conan Doyle’s stories of flawed genius? Perhaps that’s why Sherlock Holmes outlasted the Victorian era.

On film, Basil Rathbone’s Holmes fought Nazis. The BBC’s 2010 version places Holmes in contemporary London, with Dr Watson fresh from war in Afghanistan. Holmes is the inspiration for television’s House, a doctor who solves medical mysteries.

At Sherlock Holmes Weekend, Holmes and Dr Watson investigate the Case of The

Surreptitious Ghoul, and meet the Gothic Habitants of Underground London Society, or G.H.O.U.L.S. A crime is committed, and the duo needs your help to solve the case.

Search for clues and compete for prizes over the weekend, with all revealed on Sunday.

The excitement begins – or, “The Game is Afoot” – at a reception on Friday evening, at The Rose Room, Inn of Cape May. Participants “Search for Clues” Saturday afternoon on a self-guided tour of Cape May inns, “The Game Continues” at the Rose Room Saturday at 3:30pm. “Holmes Unlocks The Mystery!” on Sunday at 12:30pm, with winners announced and prizes awarded.

Amateur detectives can purchase an overnight package, including the activities and a stay at one of Cape May’s historic inns.

Information is available from MAC, at 8845404 or capemaymac.org. If that’s not enough Sherlock for you, the East Lynne Theater Company presents Sherlock Holmes and the Adventure of the Norwood Builder on Saturday, November 5, at 8pm. Tickets are $25, $15 for students.

Next week: Cape May County Zoo

Would you like to feel more energetic?

Or, lose weight for the holidays?

Would you like your kids to enjoy healthier eating habits?

Or, be more focused and positive?

Please join us Saturday November 5, 7pm-10pm

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Tickets available to purchase at the door or any J.Byrne Agency Location. For Information or to make a donation, Email us at : friendsofbillcusella@yahoo.com; or call Sue Cusella at 609-729-4853

I can offer you support and guidance in defining and reaching your and/or your family’s personal health goals.

Contact me this month for a free one-hour health coaching session and learn how you can feel more happy and healthy!

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10/9: Crafts And Antiques Show At The Physick Estate

Pat, Andy

Susan Cook, Herb Stahl

Ruth, Wayne

Mary Ann and Tom Rende

Betsy and Ernie Heegard

Jim and Dot Brisbin

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Announcing Cape May’s Employee Of The Week photograph by Danielle O’Neal

Girlfriends Special Treat yourself and your girlfriend to our Side by Side Signature Pedicures and save $10.00!

Available Monday, Tuesday and Wednesday.

Now open on Monday and Late on Wednesday & Thursday!

600 Park Boulevard, West Cape May 609-884-4499

WEDNESDAYS, 7:30-8:30pm St. Barnabas by the Bay 13 W. Bates Avenue, Villas

Name: Phil Jacobus Occupation: Visitor Relations, Chamber Welcome Center Age: I’m not telling you that!

Hometown: I was born in Moorestown, but I’ve been living in Cape May since 1980.

How long have you worked here? Oh, it’s been a long time , since back when the Chamber was still over at the Fudge Kitchen, upstairs.

Best thing about the job? Meeting all the people, of course!

What do you recommend to visitors? They usually have an idea, especially the ones from the buses. They almost always ask about is how to get to the mall or to the lighthouse.

What’s your OTHER dream job? I’m retired – that is a dream job.

Favorite thing about Cape May? What’s not to love? I have a sign over my fireplace that says: “Cape May – it doesn’t get any better than this.” Interview by Kate Chadwick Want to nominate an employee of the week?

Email kate@exitzero.us.

Donation Based INTRODUCTION TO YOGA and ALL levels welcome.

ALL proceeds to be donated to local charities.

“Yoga for the People” is a grass roots, non-profit national community service to foster wellness for all communities by providing quality, accessible, community-centered yoga programs of EQUAL access – affordable & available. “Yoga for the People believes that when people practice Yoga, they choose balanced, joyous, nourishing and loving lives.”

PRACTICE LOVE. Wear comfortable clothes to move in, bring a mat or a towel, and an open mind and you will definitely leave with an opened heart.

Chairs are also available. Any questions, please feel free to call Karen Manette Bosna at 609.827.8886, FB or yogacapemay.com.

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The Cape May Health And Beauty Guide The Place

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Hours of Operation

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ACCENT ON BEAUTY 128 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May (609) 884-7040 www.accentonbeautycapemay.com

Winner of Best Day Spa! Let their experienced, soothing massage therapists work on you. All stylists are certified Keratin specialists, OR get the BEST facial you will ever experience. Magnetic Polish, and GELISH manis/pedis. Call soon, appointments fill quickly at this popular local salon/spa!

Open 6 days Monday-Saturday @ 10am Closed on Sunday.

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Artizan Salon and Spa 600 Park Boulevard, West Cape May (609) 884-4499

Artizan specializes in Wedding Parties and Special Occasions. They will handle all of your makeup and up-dos. Trust them to make you look your best when it counts.

And Artizan is now even open on Mondays for your beauty needs!

Monday-Saturday @ 9am Extended hours on Wednesday and Thursday.

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Cape Fitness 600 Park Boulevard West Cape May (609) 898-1515 www.capefitness.com

They offer classes in a comfortable, unintimidating environment and skilled Personal Trainers who will work with any member looking to be pushed to their personal best.

Monday-Friday 5:30-9, Saturday 7-6, Sunday 8-2.

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This award-winning spa offers the Couple’s Victorian Experience, beginning in an Monday-Friday 10-6 oversized whirlpool, followed by a Swedish massage, and ending with light refreshments. Saturday 9-6 Plus, they sell some great products your body will just love!

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Circle of Light holistic & massage Cape May (609) 457-6311

Terri Carrigan-Litzi is here to get your energy in line! She’s a registered nurse, holistic practictioner, massage therapist and Reki practitioner. Terri is also a certified Sound Healer who has practiced for ten years in New Jersey and New Mexico. If you suffer from chronic pain or stress, call her today.

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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal

Three beautiful dogs from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 465-8923

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BURLY is a handsome five-year-old lab mix who weighs in at a whopping 115 pounds. He is a strong boy and he has a tendency to pull on his leash when he goes for walks, but with training, this can be easily corrected. Otherwise, Burly is sweet and social; he gets along with everyone he meets.

All that is missing from his life is a home.

If you are looking for a faithful companion, Burly is waiting. Adoption fee is $35.

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COOKIE is a sweet one-year-old gal.

She is a little timid at first but after warming up, she is a playful and obedient doggie. She’s going to need a bit more training, and will need someone with patience and a firm hand to guide her, but she’ll pay you back with lots of love and affection. If you are the kind soul who can offer her a new home, stop by and meet Cookie today.

Adoption fee is $95.

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SONIC is a personable one-year-old American Eskimo/Sheltie mix who was surrendered to our shelter after being a little too rambunctious with his owner’s young child. He needs a home where he’ll get lots of training and exercise. Most importantly, he will need lots of understanding; in his mind, he was just being the playful, funloving puppy he is; the one who would love to be your companion. Adoption fee is $95.

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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal

Three beautiful cats from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 465-8923

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CASSY is a domestic short-hair Barn Buddy. Like all Barn Buddies at the shelter, Cassy will arrive spayed, after receiving rabies and distemper vaccines, Feline Leukemia and FIV testing. Barn Buddies, who will keep rodents from running amock in your barn are also ear-tipped. For more information, call 465-8923.

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HUMPHREY is a sweet, mature boy who loves attention. Despite having had a rough life so far (his owners left him to fend for himself), you’ll be hard-pressed to find a cat as loving. Humphrey is also FIV-positive. This can only spread to other felines, so humans have nothing to worry about. The adoption fee is $8.

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OREO is a quiet old gal, who is looking for a quiet space, and just a little bit of love and affection in her golden years. She is very affectionate, and she enjoys being pet. If you’re in the market for a low-maintenance friend, stop by the shelter and meet her today. Oreo will repay your good deed with lots of love.

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HE long-awaited opening night for John Logan’s play, RED, is finally here. The show tells the story of Mark Rothko, the artist who returned what was the largest amount of money given for a commission to date, all so he could retain possession of his paintings. Tonight, October 27, is the official opening night at the Robert Shackleton Playhouse. The cast party, being hosted at Hemingway’s in the Grand Hotel on Beach Drive, will be held following the show. This is your chance to engage the director and cast in conversation.

Chris Dolman, the director of RED, is known to Cape May Stage audiences from Above: Matisse’s “The Red Studio,” plays a central role in the play RED. Referring to this piece, the character, Mark Rothko, says, “You could trace everything I do today, you could trace the bloodline back to that painting...”

Below Left: Actors Roy Steinberg (left) and Chris Dolman stand in front of the painting at MOMA in New York. the beginning days of this theatre; he directed Doubt and performed in Art. With Red, Dolman continues the tradition of working in monosyllabically titled plays. His friendships in the community are many, dating back to Michael Laird, the founder of the Cape May Stage theatre.

In Red, Artistic Director Roy Steinberg will make his Cape May Stage acting debut playing Mark Rothko. Steinberg brings an impressive pedigree of acting experience. with him.

The director appeared on Broadway in the Tony-nominated play Wings with Constance Cummings. He played opposite Christopher Walken in Measure For Measure and opposite William Hurt in Lanford Wilson’s The Rhimers of Eldritch. He won the Best Actor Award at Yale Drama School where he received his MFA in Acting. In subsequent years, he has

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appeared in film and television, as well as on stage in the nation’s leading regional theatres (Kennedy Center, Santa Fe Festival Theatre, Yale Repertory Theatre, New York Public Theatre).

RJ Barnett makes his Cape May Stage debut as well, playing Ken. Barnett has played in Dracula, The Goat or Who Is Sylvia, and Les Laisons Dangereuses in New York. He has performed at the Northwest Shakespeare Festival and is a graduate of the American Academy of Dramatic Arts.

Call 884-1341 or go online to reserve tickets. RED performs Thursday through Saturday evenings (with matinees on Saturdays and Sundays) through November 19.

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Bird Droppings

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The weekly report from the world’s birdwatching capital... by Seymore Thanu

KAY. This is it. Your big chance. You can become a birder this week. or forget it. Yes, this is New Jersey Audubon’s big weekend in Cape May. It’s been part of the social landscape since 1946. It’s part happening; part treasure hunt and a great way to find out why bird watching has become North America’s second-largest outdoor activity.

It’s also the nation’s longest running “birding festival.” Today there are thousands of such gatherings across North America. Back in 1946, the idea was novel.

But there was no more likely place to host a gathering of the bird watching clan than Cape May. Heck, bird watchers have been coming to Cape May since the early 1800s. Of course they didn’t come for a festival. They didn’t even call themselves bird watchers. But Cape May’s fame as a migratory hotspot is as enduring as it is justified.

You are invited to put it to the test.

“But,” you are thinking, “I don’t know

anything about watching birds.”

All I have to say is: “How lucky can you get? The only thing better than being an experienced birder is being an inexperienced one." Every bird you see is new; exciting and new. You’ll be able to see scores of new birds in a single weekend.

Birds of every stripe and hue.

Sea ducks, hawks, eagles, warblers,

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Owls?

Yep. Owls. And “see” may overstate the fact. There are lots of owls in Cape May. Some breed here; some winter here.

Late October is prime time for migrating owls.

But most owls are heard, not seen.

And you do have to know a few tricks; know where to go and what to listen for.

“But,” you’re thinking again, “I don’t know anything about bird watching and don’t want to look foolish.”

Relax. Bird watching is a low-stakes game. Nations don’t fall. Currencies don’t collapse. The worst thing that can happen is that you misidentify a bird. No big deal.

The difference between a beginning birder and an experienced one is that thus far inexperienced birders have misidentified very few birds. Expert birders have misidentified thousands.

And all those experts are going to be in the field, leading field trips, so you don’t

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Help her and others like her... & help your business too!

This relaxed yet lively event is highlighted by an auction featuring some of our region’s most unique items. You have a chance to be part of this event by making a special tax-deductible contribution - an item or gift certificate - that will help us raise funds to benefit the Foundation’s search for a cure to this life shortening disease.

Won’t you help?

To donate or for more information, call Barbara Fischer at (609) 884-7552 or Felice Kelem, Director of Special Events at (610) 324-6001 Email: fkelem@cff.org Website: http://delawarevalley.cff.org/grapesandgrainde

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Bird Droppings ? From Page 81 even have to misidentify birds. All you need to do is show up.

It helps to have binoculars. They are the tools that bring supernatural intimacy with birds. In point of fact they are the tool that defines birding.

It’s a good idea to have a book to help you identify birds, too. No. Not when you are in the field being led by experts. So you can study the birds you saw in the field and sanctify them with a CHECK next to their name.

See the bird. Check it off. You have another species on your Life List.

Collect all 10,000 species on the planet and you win...

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Birds are nature’s most obvious envoys. Understand birds and you have a window into the workings of the entire natural world.

Step one. Come on the Cape May Autumn Weekend.

Step two. Buy binoculars and a field guide at the CMBO member discount.

Cape May has a high concentration of GreatHorned Owls – spot one this fall.

But you say you are not a member?

You will be.

If you want to find out what the Cape May Autumn Weekend is all about, or if you want to forgo the weekend and just find out what’s happening in nature, stop over to the Cape May Bird Observatory THE place for all your nature needs. The CMBO is located at 701 East Lake Drive overlooking Lake Lily in Cape May Point (609-884-2736), and is open every day

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from 9:30am to 4:30pm (9am-4pm during Autumn Weekend, Oct 28-30).

While you're there check out the view of the lake from the wide selection of scopes and binoculars, pick up a free map and schedule of daily walks and programs for the season, take a look at the sighting sheets to check what's being seen, scan the bookshelves or pick up a bargain from the used and vintage books section, look at some of the wonderful Charley Harper merchandise (including a terrific lithograph done just for the Cape May Bird Observatory), or just browse around. Sit outside on our garden benches and enjoy the birds at the feeders and the view of Lake Lily.

If you can’t make it in person, visit us online at BirdCapeMay.org – where birding Cape May is only a click away!

Seymore Thanu is none other than New Jersey's own Pete Dunne, Director of the Cape May Bird Observatory and Chief Communications Officer for New Jersey Audubon. Pete uses his talents and energy to make the natural world real for others. Author of several books on and about nature (available at the CMBO) he weaves information, insight and even fantasy into a net that captures minds and hearts. He has written for virtually every birding publication and for The New York Times.

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Morey’s Piers will host an epic Halloween event for the first time ever. Morey’s Fears: Terror on the

Boardwalk will transform Mariner’s Landing into a nightmare for six nights in October. Aside from dark incarnations of the Sea Serpent, Super Scooters, Tea Cups, Pirates of the Wildwoods, Rollie’s Coaster and Moby Dick, look for an especially traumatizing Ghost Ship experience as well as two frightening all-new Halloween attractions that will only be available during Morey’s Fears.

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Time to

HEAL MALCOLM SMITH, Healer is coming to Cape May Christina Carbone, Meghan Baylock, Tricia Iames

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Time: Call to schedule an appointment Cost: $80 per session-prearranged and prepaid Reservations: Call Michael Craig at 609-425-9057 711 Townbank Road, Cape May, NJ (Residence adjoining Cape May Winery) Malcolm is sponsored in the USA by the Association for Research & Enlightenment, Inc. (A.R.E.). The A.R.E. Inc. is a non-profit international educational and research-oriented membership organization. The A.R.E. is headquartered in Virginia Beach, Virginia, with local centers and study groups found throughout North America, Europe, Israel and Japan.

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The Dating Column

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Stella Dixon's take on romance on Old Cape Island

am a firm believer that people should be able to date whomever they choose.

Of course, there are a few big exceptions. No one in their right mind should be trying to court minors, anything that can be purchased at PetSmart, or Glenn Beck, but other than that, who cares who you are loving as long as you are loving someone? If you want to date a person of the same sex or of a different generation, and that person enjoys your company, too, then by all means, nourish the hell out of that relationship. I would never dream of begrudging anyone the right to romance.

Well, almost. In the spirit of full disclosure, there is one coupling that annoys the hell out of me. It's a silly pet peeve, I know, and it's totally discriminatory. But I can’t help it. I am really bothered by short women who date tall men.

Intellectually, I know that petite women have just as much a right to the six footers of Cape May as the tall ones do, but I can't help but feel a twinge of irritation whenever I see such a pairing. When you're a lady who’s only five feet tall, you can spend time with whom-

ever you like without height being an issue; even a tiny Tim is likely to tower over you. So why must you snatch up one of the few available men who is going to tower over me? At 5'8", I’m not super tall, but I am tall-ish. In my favorite pair of heels, I look ridiculous next to anyone who’s not an ogre.

On the treadmill at Cape Fitness the other day, I watched a daytime talk show where a panel of guys discussed height differences in relationships. The short ones all agreed:

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the taller the lady the better. Apparently, for vertically challenged men, a tall woman is an exciting challenge, like a mountain waiting to be scaled. The panel’s taller men, on the other hand, felt none of this macho incentive. They cared more about a pretty face and shapely legs. Unfortunately, this particular mountain would prefer it if her future rock climber didn’t have to look up the first time he gazes into her eyes.

Ironically, it’s only the shorties who seem interested in me recently. I know, I’m probably being superficial. But I think everyone has got some kind of hang-ups about height. Last week, a friend told me about his crush on the singer Shakira. “Really?” I said. “I heard she’s only four-foot-eleven.” He thought about it for a moment before responding: “Imagine how manly I'd look to a woman that small.”

So there you have it, dear reader. Once and for all, size does matter. Maybe such dating discrimination makes me shallow; that’s probably fair. But I figure if I’m going to spend my entire dating life feeling like a mountain of a woman, I can at least make the effort to be an honest one.

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HIDDEN LAKE ESTATES “THE SANDERLING MODEL” 16 Hidden Lake, CM Court House 4BR, 2.5BA, gas f/p, study/office, 2-car attached garage. $484,900

VINTAGE ELEGANCE and MODERN COMFORT 606 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 6BR, 6(new) BA, central air, gas f/p, o/s shower. $1,200,000

“THE CAMBRIDGE SUITE” UNIT #4 735 Washington Street Cape May 3 BR, 2.5 BA, basement storage, central air. $399,000

CLASSIC VICTORIAN 818 Washington Street, Cape May 6BR, 3 full BA, and 2 half BA, screened porch. $899,000

Rosemary Woolslagee, Pam Carunchio, Mary Ellen Spruelle, Theresa Logan

Ed Wooldager and friend, Fran and Rob Kraus

VICTORIAN FARMHOUSE STYLE HOME

VERY LOVELY UPDATED TOWNHOUSE

4082 Bayshore Road Cold Spring 3BR, 2BA, 2 zone heat & a/c storage attic. $419,900

506 Broad Street, Cape May 3BR, 2BA, central air, selling furnished. $497,900

Dedication... Excellence... Professionalism

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

www.jerseycaperealty.com Open Daily

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

Sally, Lee, Becky, Theresa, Mary Ellen

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501 Beach Avenue, Cape May

1102 Illinois Avenue, Cape May

Penthouse Units at the Marquis de Lafayette. Amenities such as a pool, on-site restaurant and management, and ocean views. The Marquis de Lafayette in Cape May has instituted a limited Summer Concession on its new 6th floor penthouse suites: The Marquis is offering a $10,000 credit toward 2012 Condo fees for the first two buyers of the new 6th floor penthouse suites. $265,000 - $290,000

This 2 bedroom, 1 bath twin has a large screened in porch off the kitchen to enjoy those summer evenings with the family. Also property boast parking for 4 cars as well as a detached 11/2 car garage. $365,000

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

www.CoastlineRealty.com

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12 Cliffside Road

Vacant residential double lot, steps to magnificent sunsets and all activities... MLS# 142625

14 Cliffside Road

2 story summer vacation home, waiting to be yours.

Large living room, enclosed porch, sleeping loft and detached garage... MLS# 142624

Jersey Cape Realty, Inc Laurie, Rosalie, Dani, Anna Marie, Peg

739 Washington Street Cape May, New Jersey 08204 Office: 609-884-5800 Fax: 609-898-0843 Direct: 609-602-8641

Heijung Park-Colameco Broker Sales Associate

Heijung@jerseycaperealty.com

Sol Needles Real Estate

Sue, Lynda, Dani

900-902 Ocean Dr., Lower Township “Canyon Club Condos & Marina” Tennis courts, pool, lush gardens, boat slips available. Unit 505 – 2 bedroom, 2 bath corner unit with roomy, open floor plan. JUST REDUCED TO $295,000.

Al and Nancy Von Halle, Carole and Bill McCray

908 Stockton Ave. Cape May Licensed duplex just 1 block to beach; front house offers 4 brms., 2 baths and rear garage apartment offers 2 brms., 1 bath – all on a large lot with plenty of parking and excellent rental income.

REDUCED $899,000.

512 Washington Mall, Cape May (609) 884-8428 • 800-441-8428 www.cbcapemay.com

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Have you heard?

Natural Gas is on its way to Cape May Point!

If you are tired of paying high prices for oil or propane, switch to Natural Gas and save up to 60% on your energy bills!

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Call 1-609-234-5508 to learn more!

Call on Us for All Your Real Estate Needs!

Jake's family

501 Lafayette Street, Cape May NJ 08204 Toll Free: 877-884-8907 • Local 609-884-1007 Fax 609-884-4407 • www.WilseyRealty.com

Apex

Realty, Inc.

2505 Bayshore Rd. Villas, NJ 08251 • Broker Daniel J. Senico

117 West St John Avenue, Villas $169,900

Fred and Wilma Flinstone

Spacious and pretty inside...

Close to the beach too!

Theresa Senico

ABR, CRS, GRI, SRES 609-408-4655 theresasenico.com

Jay, Jim

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Joe and Cheryl Sida, Kelly McFadden

Laura Shriver, Reid Shriver, Sam Bender

JB, Tom

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

118 EMERALD AVE., WEST CAPE MAY You don’t want to miss this lovely Victorian in West Cape May. This property features 4 rental units, 3 of which are occupied with year round, long term tenants. All units were renovated in 2007 and feature new kitchens, living rooms, bedrooms, and bathrooms. There is plenty of off street parking for all units and each includes its own washer and dryer. Look no further as this income producing property has it all! $700,000

719 BROADWAY, WEST CAPE MAY You don’t want to miss this quaint building which is centrally located and comes with plenty of off street parking. The building has recently been renovated and is in great shape. It has a new foundation, new roof structure, new roof, and new siding. There are many possibilities here as this property is zoned commercial and/or residential. The lot size is 50x200. $219,000

116 FIFTH AVE., WEST CAPE MAY This 4 bedroom, 2.5 bath home was built in 2010 and has a well established rental history. This house features a lovely kitchen with 42 inch cabinets, stainless steel appliances, ceramic tile floors, and Corian countertops. The large master bedroom suite is on the first floor. Three additional bedrooms are upstairs with a den/tv room which could be used as a fifth bedroom. Outside relax on the spacious front porch or host a bbq on the back deck. $524,900

687 SOCS LANE, COLD SPRING You don’t want to miss this artisan cottage nestled south of the canal being sold under assessed value. This home offers a large living room and a big eat-in kitchen with breakfast nook. There are two bedrooms plus a loft over the living room which can be used as a third bedroom for your out of town guests or extra storage. Hardwood floors and a gas fireplace make this funky little place a great get-away cottage. $299,000

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Homes Of The Week

Check out these beautiful homes in the Cape May area

311 knox avenue Cape May point

902 OCEAN DRIVE LOWER TOWNSHIP

404 Pacific Avenue North Cape May

112 Wildwood Ave. Villas

521 Lafayette Street Cape May

4 bedrooms, 2 baths, kitchen, living room, dining area, family room, utility area, rear deck, front screened porch, vinyl siding, electric heat, outside shower. Unfinished above-ground basement area which adjoins the huge master bedroom & bath. Being sold fully furnished. Owner says "sell!" $650,000

You don’t want to miss the views of Cape May Harbor from this condo at the Canyon Club. This end unit offers an open floor plan on the first floor which includes a breakfast bar, and gas fireplace. Upstairs you’ll find a master suite with Jacuzzi tub and an additional bedroom and full bath. Amenities include a clubhouse, tennis courts, and 3 pools. Make your appointment today! $350,000

Just a block away from this home is the most spectacular sunsets, swimming, fishing, sailing and kayaking! This 3 bedroom, 1 bath home sits on a 60x125 lot, has a heated 24x24 garage which will hold 2 cars and still have room for a man cave or storage for all those summer activities.

This home would make the perfect summer retreat or retirement home. Call toady for more information or to set up a showing. $248,500.

If you want to be in the heart of town, don't miss this 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath home with fabulous enclosed front porch. Spacious living room, separate dining room and eat in kitchen on the first floor.

Three bedrooms and a sitting room on the second floor and 2 rooms currently used as storage on the third floor. $350,000

Tolz Realtors 1001 Lafayette Street Cape May (609) 884-7001 www.tolz.com

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

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

Fourth house from the Bay! Well cared ranch home with cedar impression vinyl siding, new roof, new natural gas heating, new hot water heater, new brick paver patio and outdoor shower. The living room and kitchen areas have pergo floors. There are two bedrooms, a full bath, laundry closet and an attached one car garage. From this location, a roof top deck or second floor would provide water views!

There is easy access to the beach just steps form your front door! $189,900 Theresa Senico Apex Realty 2505 Bayshore Rd., Villas (609) 408-4655 www.theresasenico.com

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

514 Washington Street Mall, Cape May

5 Falcon Ridge Cape May

241 Fourth Avenue West Cape May

235 Lennox Avenue Fishing Creek

23 Harbor Cove, Cape May

Dramatic price reduction on one unit only. One of the 36 Townhouse units with a deepwater boat slip included, options to 70’. This 5 bedroom, 4.5 bath home has every imaginable amenity including its own private elevator, 2-car garage, and 3 decks. The common area offers two pools, a clubhouse, and beautifully landscaped grounds. Osprey Landing is a boater’s paradise and a sport fisherman’s dream with its deepwater slips and easy access to the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean. $999,900

Very nice two story contemporary cedar clad single family home on quiet west Cape May street. Walk or bike to town or beach. Summer rental potential. Living area on first floor, bedrooms on second.

Inside stairs leading to third floor attic space that could easily be converted to additional living space. Detached two car garage in the rear that has electric and stair leading to a storage loft. Home lends itself to year round living or as a perfect second home. 3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths. $525,000.

A wonderful home at a great price centrally located and close to shopping, park land, the Wildlife Management area, Cape May Beaches and the Delaware Bay. This 3 bedroom, two bathroom home has a great floor plan that is versatile for any new owner. Central air and gas forced air heat and there is natural gas in the street but this home is still operated with propane. Recent upgrades include roof, siding, windows, water heater, heat & air, kitchen & bathroom remodels. $178,000

Aggressively priced luxury home! Motivated Seller willing to make this the best deal in town! Exceptional harbor views flourish from this ornamental Neo-Victorian 5 BR/4 BA estate home with approx. 45' boat slip in prestigious Cape May Harbor Village and Yacht Club. Private community with association marina and tennis court. $2,395,000.

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

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

This is the best commercial location in town for your business on the beautiful Washington Mall! Call for complete details and an appointment to see this amazing business opportunity. $1,390,000.

Coldwell Banker Sol Needles 512 Washington St. Mall Cape May (609) 884-8428 www.cbcapemay.com

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

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

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Rentals Of The Week 609.884.1300

www.deSatnickRealEstate.com !

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New L

15 Captains Court, Tranquility, Lower Township Immaculately maintained 3 BR/2 BA Brentwood ranch home within minutes to the Marina District, Delaware Bay & downtown Cape May. $389,900

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

Please call Tolz for their list of rentals.

Or check their website!

Or tell Tim to email me some rentals!

Tolz Realtors 1001 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-7001, www.tolz.com

1018 Ohio Avenue Cape May Sleeps 10, 3br, 2ba, cac, internet, pets ok. Low $1500/High $2350

324 Carpenters Lane Suite 2C Cape May NJ 08204 Todd H. de Satnick, Broker of Record

Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington Street, Cape May (609) 884-5800 wwwjerseycaperealty.com 902 Lafayette Street, Cape May Beautifully Updated 3 Bedroom 2.5 Bath Condo. Will meet all of your vacation needs, Walking distance to Beach, Shopping, & Restaurant.Amenities includes outdoor shower, BBQ, decks & parking.

Call Heijung for availability at 609-602-8641 Heijung Park-Colameco, Broker Associate Jersey Cape Realty, 739 Washington St., Cape May • 609-884-5800

301 Benton Avenue, #5, Cape May $299,000

2 bedrooms, 1 bath, second floor ranch-style, end unit. Large private front deck. Low maintenance. $190/month condo fee (also includes sewer/water & gas hot water). Furnished, ready-to-go, turnkey unit. Many recent upgrades.

Exceptionally well-maintained.

205 fifth avenue west Cape May $350,000

3 Bedrooom, 2 Bath rancher. Great summer getaway or starter home. Just a short bike ride to the beach! Central A/C. Natural gas heat.

Large Deck.

WWW.TOLZ.COM

1001 Lafayette Street, Cape May Phone: 609-884-7001 Email: info@tolz.com

712 Corgie Street, Unit A, Cape May 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Sleeps 4 $900 - $1350/weekly

Thank you

1105 Maryland Avenue Cape May Sleeps 14, 6BR, 3.5BA, cac, internet.

Low $2750/High $5250

203 Cape Avenue, Cape May Point Beachfront 3 BR/3 BA south side townhouse with outstanding ocean and bay views. $799,000

1513 Beach Avenue, Unit 1, Cape May 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath, Sleeps 8 $1800 - $2900/weekly

15 Broadway Unit #14, Cape May 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, condo sleeps 7. $1500-$2500 per week.

Wilsey Realty 501 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-1007 www.wilseyrealty.com 3015 Bayshore Road, North Cape May Year round, 3 bedroom, 1 bath.

Pets negotiable. $1150/month plus utilities 1365 Washington Street, Cape May Year round, 1 bedroom, 1 bath with washer/dryer. $850/month plus utilities.

Homestead Real Estate 846 Broadway, West Cape May (609) 884-1888 • homesteadcapemay.com 205 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point 2 Bedroom, 1 Bath Beach House. 2 Blocks to Beach $1,275 per week.

824 Stockton Avenue, Cape May 5 Bedrooms, 6 Bathrooms, Sleeps 18 1 Block to Beach. $3,500 - $5,500 Coastline Realty 1400 Texas Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-5005 www.coastlinerealty.com 9 Broadway, Cape May - 16 bedroom, 5 1/2 bath 3 story home just 1/2 block to beach, w/d, internet, sleeps 28 $3,800 - $5,600/week.

214 Stites Avenue, Cape May Point 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, Single Family home sleeps 6. $1800-$2800 per week.

1152 Delaware Avenue, Cape May 2 bedroom, 2 bath Village Greene twin, w/d, c/a, sleeps 6 - $1,100 - $1,300/week

Chris Clemans Sotheby’s International Realty 1159 Washington Street, Cape May 609-884-3332, www.chrisclemanssir.com

Coldwell Banker Sol Needles 512 Washington Street Mall, Cape May (609) 884-8428 • www.cbcapemay.com

42 Jackson St., Unit 1, Cape May 2 BR/1 BA condo located at the Merry Widow. Steps from downtown & beaches. Sleeps 6. $1,500-$2,100/week.

1 East New York Avenue, Villas - Year round. 2 BR, 1 BA, living room, dining area, kitchen and laundry room. $800 + Utilities.

1295 Lafayette St, Unit F, Cape May 3 BR/3 BA seasonal or year round luxury townhouse. Sleeps 6. $1750/month.

Seasonal: 305 Nantucket, Tranquility. $1,600 a month + utilties. 3 bedrooms, 2 baths, living room, family room, kitchen and dining room. Natural gas heat. Great location!

Desatnick Real Estate, LLC 324 Carpenter’s Lane, Suite 2C, Cape May 884.1300, www.deSatnickRealEstate.com

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

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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 Project Manager: Dan Mathers, dan@exitzero.us Assistant Editor Jon Roth, jon@exitzero.us Staff Writer Kate Chadwick, kate@exitzero.us Arts Editor Tom Sims Photographers: Aleksey Moryakov, Sandy Maloney, Danielle O’Neal, Graphic Artist: Doree Bardes Distribution People: Stephanie Grubb, Amy Wingate, Evangeline Wentletrap Columnists: Kate Chadwick (advice), Catherine Dugan (activities), David Gray (Old Fogey), Molly Stone (food), Diane Stopyra (dating), Everett Chance (dating) Labeler: Mary Smith Every Thursday, 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, plus five in glorious color. Call (609) 770-8479 to subscribe.

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Washington Street Mall The Fudge Kitchen, Mary Ann’s, Dellas 5&10, Lace Silhouettes, Center City Mall, 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, Ella's, Italian Garden, Andrew’s Ltd,

Jackson Mountain Café, Love The Cook, Bath Time, Ugly Mug, Pilot House, Caroline Boutique, Atlantic Books, 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, Billmae Cottage, Thomas Webster Inn, Inn at the Park, City Hall, Sturdy Savings, Washington Inn, Dr Feldman Dentistry, Jersey Cape Realty, Victorian Towers.

BEACHFRONT King’s Cottage, Blue Moon Pizza, Coachman’s Motor Inn, Carney’s, Martini Beach, Virginia Hotel, Mad Batter, Poor Richard's 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, 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, Bamboo Shack, Cheeks, Cape May Library, Freda’s Café, Victorian Lace, Camelot Hotel, Bedford Inn, Chalfonte Hotel.

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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, Kasey’s Kanines, Cape Fitness, Dr Goldstein Dentist, Cheeks, Artizan Salon & Spa, Westside Market, Cape Island Home and Garden, Bella Vida Café, Flanegan’s Framing, 7-11, Copper Fish, Homestead Real Estate.

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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.

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