Volume 10 Issue 10 Thursday April 12 2012

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A sprightly sheet full of the sprays of the old ocean ¯ Thursday, April 12, 2012 ¯ Vol. 10, No. 10 ¯ Cape May, America’s Original Seaside Resort

Great Egg Hunt On The Lawn At Congress Hall

On the lawn of Congress Hall Easter Sunday, kids scrambled to fill their baskets with as many sweet treats as possible. More photographs inside. Aleksey Moryakov

THIS WEEK...

That’s Rich...

It’s The Money Issue!

The Ocean Drive Marathon

Pages 87-100

Jazz Singing At Conifer Village

Pages 62-65

The Opening Of The General Store

Pages 47-55


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The Almanac THURSDAY April 12 Mainly sunny

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High Temperature: 57 Low Temperature: 42 Chance of Rain: 10% Sunrise: 6:27am Sunset: 7:35pm High Tides: 1:03am, 1:41pm Low Tides: 7:23am, 7:31pm

FRIDAY April 13 Sunny

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High Temperature: 58 Low Temperature: 46 Chance of Rain: 0% Sunrise: 6:25am Sunset: 7:36pm High Tides: 2:09am, 2:52pm Low Tides: 8:27am, 8:40pm

SATURDAY April 14 Few showers

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High Temperature: 62 Low Temperature: 53 Chance of Rain: 30% Sunrise: 6:24am Sunset: 7:37pm High Tides: 3:17am, 4:01pm Low Tides: 9:31am, 9:49pm

SUNDAY April 15 Partly cloudy

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High Temperature: 68 Low Temperature: 55 Chance of Rain: 20% Sunrise: 6:22am Sunset: 7:38pm High Tides: 4:22am, 5:03pm Low Tides: 10:30am, 10:52pm

MONDAY April 16 Partly cloudy

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High Temperature: 66 Low Temperature: 56 Chance of Rain: 20% Sunrise: 6:21am Sunset: 7:39pm High Tides: 5:20am, 5:56pm Low Tides: 11:22am, 11:48pm

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Inside This Issue «The Coffee Break Page................. Page 7

«The Answer Lady........................ Page 59

«The Activity Guide...................... Page 11

«The Old Fogey ...............................Page 67

«Talk of the Town.......................... Page 13

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

«Spouty Offy!................................ Page 19

«Employee of the Week....................Page 70

«A Moment in History.................. Page 21

«Student of the Week.................... Page 73

«The Movie Column...................... Page 42

«Adopt an Animal.........................Page 75

«What’s Your Story?...................... Page 43

«Bird Droppings............................Page 81

«Sleeping Around............................Page 49

«The Dating Column..................... Page 89

«Bouquet Ambush.........................Page 50

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

«Cape May Crossword................... Page 56

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


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How’s It Going Over At Convention Hall?

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

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Subscriber Of The Week

Each week, we will feature a lucky subscriber (and Exit Zero T-shirt winner!) in this spot. This week’s subscriber: Pam Tower of Union, New Jersey. How long have you been visiting Cape May? Since before my oldest daughter Lauren was born, and she is now 23. Who are you normally with? We come as a family — my husband Dan and our three daughters: Lauren, Kathleen and Kimberly. Favorite thing about Cape May? Everything, from the beach and lighthouse to the people, and the events at Congress Hall. Least favorite thing? I don’t really have a least favorite thing about Cape May. Favorite restaurants? George’s Place, Back Corner Café, Cape Orient, C-View Inn for wings. Favorite place to stay? We stay seasonally at Holly Shores Campground, and at Christmas we rent a house on Sunset Boulevard. If you could change one thing about Cape May, what would it be? No smoking on the beach. Favorite thing about Exit Zero? I love seeing familiar faces and places in the magazine. Least favorite thing about Exit Zero? I don’t have one! What’s your T-shirt size? I take a size medium in a T-shirt — thanks.

Facebook Mystery Contest KNOW your way around Cape May? Check out the photograph above, prepared by our resident cryptographer Kate Chadwick. If you think you know what establishment this is, you could 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 at facebook.com/exitzeropublishing. Good luck!

Random Factoid

Quotes Of The Week

“A man with money is no match against a man on a mission.” — Doyle Brunson “When I was young I thought that money was the most important thing in life; now that I am old I know that it is.” — Oscar Wilde “Ever notice when you put “the” and “IRS” together, it spells “theirs”?” — Unknown

CATTLE are probably the oldest of all forms of money, dating back to 9000 BC. Some cattle were used as money in parts of Africa until the mid-20th century. Before paper, Americans traded animal skins, including deer and elk bucks, for goods and services. Hence the word “buck” to describe money.

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Lauren, Noelle

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Goings-On Around Town

Upcoming can’t-miss events around town...mark your calendars

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HE folks at Cape May Jazz Vespers have another great evening of music on tap for us. The Lower Cape May Regional High School Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Choir will perform for the first time on the Vespers stage on Sunday, April 22 at 3pm. Get your jazz fix with a shot of youthful exuberance. The show, like all Vespers presentations, will be held at the acoustically exquisite First Presbyterian Church. Limited free parking is available, and a $5 minimum donation is suggested. Call 609884-0680 for more information, or visit www.capemayjazzvespers.com for more information. The Cape May Artists Cooperative is featuring the works of local artists Anita Roth and Cindy Mahoney at the West End Garage now through May 4, 2012. A reception to meet the artists will be held on Sunday, April 15, from 1-5pm, and refreshments will be served. Anita Roth is a self-taught photographer and likes to work with macro focus or very close up, showing details in everyday objects such as

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flowers and shells. Cindy Mahoney makes jewelry that is wearable art. The Artists’ Cooperative Gallery is a group of local artists who have joined together to showcase and sell their work and educate the public about their various art forms. Please call 609-770-8261 for more information. Cape-Atlantic Transplant Support (C.A.T.S.) will participate in the 17th Annual Dash for Organ & Tissue Donor Awareness being held on Sunday, April 15 at the Philadelphia Museum of Art. There will be a 3K walk and 5K and 10K runs. Thousands of runners, walkers, and supporters will gather at the Dash to honor those who have given the gift of life and raise awareness about the critical need for more registered organ and tissue donors. Locally, 6,468 people are waiting for a life-saving organ transplant. For more information or to register for the Dash, call 800-438-5093, extension 6142, or visit www.donors1.org. Two aromatherapy workshops will be held at the Cape May Organic Market on Sunday, April 22. The first will be held from 12-12:30, the second from 1-1:30pm.

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Learn how you can get your spring cleaning done in the most advanced organic way, and leave your home smelling great with aromatherapy. For more information, call 609884-32100, or email capemayorganicmarket@gmail.com. The fee is $5 at the door. Is it that time of year already? Historic Cold Spring Village presents the 12th Annual Restaurant Gala Feasting on History, to be held on Tuesday, May 1 at 6pm at the Naval Air Statoin Wildwood Aviation Museum at the Cape May Airport. This is one of HCSV’s main fundraisers, as well as a highly-anticipated social event. You can sample signature appetizers, entrees, and desserts from over 40 of your favorite local restaurants, wineries and breweries — all of your favorite places are represented here, under one gigantic roof. It’s an evening of one-stop dining and drinking. Tickets are well worth it at $70 per person, or get a group of friends or colleagues together and reserve a table for ten for just $650. For more information, please call 609-898-2300, extension 18, email sperkins@hcsv.org, or visit www.hcsv.org.

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Ella, Will

Alex, Anastasia, Mia

Kelly and Brooke Perillo

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Talk Of The Town

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

Temple Of Mammon BREAD and butter. Horse and carriage. Salt and pepper... to the list of things that seem to go together, add Cape May and Temple. It’s remarkable how many links the city has with the Philadelphia university. And when we say “links”, we mean the fairly constant stream of money that has been f lowing from 08204 to 19122 over the last few years. Maybe it’s a coincidence that Ed Mahaney, a Temple graduate, has been the mayor of Cape May while these deals have been agreed. Or maybe he wants a statue erected on the Temple grounds. Mind you, Cape May’s recent history with the school predates Mayor Mahaney. In 2007, the year before the mayor took office, Temple graduate Martin Kimmel of Philadelphia architects Kimmel-Bogrette was hired to design Convention Hall with a no-bid contract, much to the chagrin of some locals, who wanted architects to compete for the job. (The same firm was responsible for the design of Temple’s practice football field and student center, renovations of the law school, and a university fieldhouse and greenhouse.) In 2009, with Mayor Mahaney in office, the university’s Department of Landscaping Architecture and Horticulture was paid $48,500 to come up with new designs for Rotary Park, Harborview Park and the Sewell Point Sanctuary, as well as a walking trail linking historical sites, and a conceptual plan for Lafayette Park. “Rather than seek out a professional firm, the project has been developed as a learning experience for 27 students at Temple University Ambler. And while the students may not yet have their licenses, they are

approaching the project no less professionally,” says Temple’s website. We’re thrilled that the students got to enjoy such a real-life “learning experience”, but we are wondering why the city wouldn’t have employed the services of a licensed landscape architect firm to come up with the designs, which would protect the city from liability just in case, you know, a gazebo fell apart and landed on someone’s head. In 2005, the city engaged such a firm, Virginia-based Rhodeside and Harwell, who were paid $130,000 to come up with a “vision plan” that was aimed at beautifying the city’s open spaces. Their remit included Harborview and Rotary Park and their designs were viewed and discussed at public meetings. Makes you wonder why the city didn’t continue that relationship since the consensus was that Rhodeside and Harwell had produced excellent work. Last month, Wells Appel, run by Stewart Appel, an adjunct professor at Temple, was hired, at a cost of $14,875, to do Convention Hall’s landscaping design work. Local contractors weren’t given the opportunity to bid. When we asked the mayor at a city council meeting why this was so, he touted the fact that the city had an already-established relationship with the firm, which was important since it was a rush job. We have a couple problems with this viewpoint. First of all, the city had an already-established relationship with Rhodeside and Harwell, and that didn’t seem to count for much. Secondly, when we spoke to Stewart Appel, he was at pains to point out that it was his company and NOT his students (who are the ones with the already-established relationship) which is

doing the design work at Convention Hall. Maybe, like us, you are having a hard time distinguishing between the firm of Wells Appel and the students at Temple, and it seems like maybe the mayor is, too. What also has our interest piqued is a $53,000 agreement between the city and Temple that was forged in 2009. The result was supposed to be two-fold: the development of a long-range plan “to ensure the improved viability of Cape May as a desired, premier tourist destination,” and the development of business and management plans for the new Convention Hall. The public has never seen this business management plan, which should have been completed in March of 2011… the month the partnership ended, according to Temple’s website. A year later, and we’re still trying to figure out what the city got for its $53,000. “There was one PowerPoint presentation given by a Temple consultant a while back,” Harry Bellangy of the Taxpayers’ Association told us, “that looked like it was done in the back seat of someone’s car on the way to Cape May.” We called and emailed the mayor and City Manager Bruce MacLeod for their responses to the points we bring up here. But neither of them has responded to any of our questions since the publication of last week’s column (and cartoon). Sorry, guys, but when you’re in public office, sulking is not an option. So we reached out to Deputy Mayor Jack Wichterman who, as usual, did call us back promptly. “To my knowledge,” he said, “that management plan has not been accomplished. It’s a great question

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Talk Of The Town ? From Page 13 why not.” So, will we ever see the results? “I should hope we get what we pay for,” said Mr Wichterman. He mentioned that Mike Whipple, Director of Marketing, Communications, and Event Sales for Convention Hall (that’s a lot to squeeze on a business card), and his deputy Michael Chait are “two very accomplished guys,” that he’s requested of them a one-year and five-year management plan for Convention Hall, and that these are being presented to City Manager MacLeod “within a week or so.” That’s great, although we can’t understand why this work would have fallen on the shoulders of these men if Temple had already been paid for the work. “Temple predates me,” Mr Wichterman said. “I’m dealing with people I know. I know Whipple. I know Chait. I don’t have a clue what Temple is going to come up with.” Hopefully, someone comes up with an operating cost projection sooner rather than later, considering the hall opens next month and, according to Mr Wichterman, this hasn’t been accomplished yet, either, “not to my knowledge.” We called Mike Whipple to check, and he said, “I wouldn’t say we have those figures yet, though we are doing things to reduce operating costs,

such as solar paneling.” As we reported after the last council meeting, City Auditor Leon Costello has promised that citizens will not see a rise in taxes because of the building of Convention Hall (enough “old debts” are being retired that taxpayers will not feel the burden of a building debt), but it’s the operating costs that remain a mystery. “That’s something else Temple was supposed to come up with,” Harry Bellangy told us. Perhaps part of the reason we don’t yet have an operating cost projection is that we don’t yet know all of the specifics of the hall. While council insists there are no major changes being made, we were told about a “discussion” last Wednesday between Mayor Mahaney and the city’s Construction Manager Bill Callahan. It involved “the need for space around the stage area for fire exits, which will dictate how big the stage needs to be,” Jack Wichterman told us, though he wouldn’t go into details. You might think this is the kind of discussion that shouldn’t be happening so close to the building’s opening, on Memorial Day weekend. But we were also disturbed that the “discussion” ended with the mayor appearing to threaten the construction manager’s job if the permit for the changes wasn’t produced quickly enough.

(“You could be working in Wildwood Crest on Monday!” was his parting shot, according to our sources.) It was nice of the mayor to provide such an immediate corroboration of our column last week, which stated that, in defiance of municipal law, he, not the city manager, is running Cape May. And so on to the final (that we know of) partnership with Temple. The university has been organizing the Forum for the Future of Tourism — a series of public workshops, open forums and written questionnaires, according to council meeting minutes from August, 2009. These components should have been completed a year ago, as per the original agreement, but the city was still collecting responses to tourism-related surveys a few weeks ago. We asked M&M (Messrs Mahaney and MacLeod) if there had been a resolution in the last three years extending the partnership — to which we heard... crickets. (We also filed government records request forms so we could see the details of the agreements with Temple. We’ll let you know as soon as we get the results.) We did speak to Wes Roehl, Director of Graduate Programs in Tourism and Hospitality Management at Temple, who told us that one of the “quite useful” pieces

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Phillip and Christian Williams

Ava Villang

Avery, Lauren

Handsome gentlemen

Natalie Sudell, John Daily

Alexandra

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Talk Of The Town ? From Page 14 of the city’s webpage is “a series of reports on what we’ve done.” We checked the city’s site, and one of those reports included this gem: “The main reasons for summer 2011 visitors to visit the City of Cape May were vacation and getaway.” Shut up! No way! And this: “The top three activities for non-local respondents were dining and the beach… and antiquing/shopping.” We demand another opinion — why is coyotehunting not in the top three?! Finally, we would like to share the story of an Exit Zero reader who called us Monday to tell us what happened when he went to City Hall to ask about tickets for the Peter Nero and the Philly Pops concert, which is allegedly opening the new Convention Hall. The last time we spoke to City Manager MacLeod, he refused to confirm that the concert was happening, or how much money the city was paying the group, even though every newspaper in the region had published a story saying the price was $85,000. “We’ll be holding a press conference,” was Mr MacLeod’s answer to our questions. Which is strange, since this is what the mayor said at a coun-

cil meeting last October, “Back in June, council gave the approval and I met with Peter Nero and the Philly Pops and we worked out an agreement for them to come down Memorial Day weekend and play a gala fundraiser benefit for the city.” When our reader asked the lady behind the counter at City Hall for the cost of the tickets, she said she didn’t know yet. When he asked which night the concert was happening, she said she didn’t know that, either. We are six weeks away from a concert that (allegedly) is costing the city $85,000. So, to help the effort, we are offering the city a free double-page spread ad in every issue of Exit Zero from now until the week before the event. That’s $1500 worth of advertising, in a paper that’s read by around 12,500 people every week, not to mention those who read it online, all over the tri-state area, and beyond. Mike Whipple — give us a call and we will do the rest. We’d hate to see taxpayers get shortchanged.

Very Important People WE CAN’T tell you how badly we didn’t feel like going to VIP night at Carney’s last Thursday. Your reporter took a “quick”

power nap around 7pm, but woke up three hours later… groggy and in no mood to go out. But as the kids say, we rallied, and we were glad we did. VIP night is a harbinger of summer (you pay $10 this night, and you pay no cover for the rest of the season), which means a bar full of folks with summer on the brain. We headed straight for bartender Garret Welsh (“Garret with one T,” he told us. “My mom had nine months to get it right, and she still spelled it wrong.”) so that he could serve us our water. We are spending the month of April detoxing, which is silly according to Garret with one T, because “April is the best month to drink.” Then he did his “bartending dance” with partner Becky Worcester. “We’re a team,” he said. “We’re going to come up with a handshake and everything.” While we sipped our water, owner Joe Carney told us the turn-out on this particular VIP night was actually “slightly less” than for years past, which was surprising. In the Main Room, because the dance f loor was so crowded, we saw people standing on tables in order to get a better glimpse of The Nerds, a band of middle-aged men

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Talk Of The Town ? From Page 16 “from Nerdville” (aka north Jersey) who played everything from Adele to Guns N’ Roses, to Lady Gaga. Lucky for us, being the press, we didn’t have to stand on tables, we simply followed the band upstairs to their dressing room during their break like groupies. Also like a groupie, you get to see them half-naked. No, kidding, we walked in on the Nerds as they peeled off their sweat-soaked shirts. “We’re sure it’s nothing you haven’t seen before at Chippendales,” they told us, to which we quickly changed the subject. “Why do you guys wear so much f lannel?” we asked of each member — Biff, Mongo, Stretch, and Spaz. “This is NOT f lannel,” frontman Spaz corrected us. “It’s plaid.” Actually, it’s “a cotton-poly plaid blend,” according to keyboard player Mongo. Either way, it complemented the Nerds’ duct-taped glasses nicely. Lest you think these guys are just a bunch of goof balls, we should mention that they were really good and, also, that they’re serious musicians who’ve been playing for 27 years, “in the same clothes.” Music is

“the full-time job” for the Nerds, who will be playing at Westy’s Irish Pub in Wildwood on July 22 this summer, in case you missed them. “And probably at Convention Hall,” Spaz said, “although that hasn’t been officially booked yet.” And whose fault is that? “I won’t name names,” said Spaz. Then he told us about the guy he called on stage during the last set so that the band could spray-paint his head brown (“more Nestle-colored than Hershey’s-colored,” Spaz said) with some kind of “high-quality infomercial product.” This must have hap-

pened while we were busy talking with Chalfonte bartender Angela Monaghan in Carney’s Other Room (she recently traveled to Costa Rica, she told us, where she worked on an organic farm in the morning and surfed at Playa Hermosa in the afternoon), so we went back downstairs to see this spray-painted kid for ourselves. Across the room, we spotted a set of painted-on sideburns on the head of Westside Market employee, Shaine Meier. We told him how cool we think it is that he stands up at council meetings (we’ve seen him there) to voice concerns about things like deteriorating seawalls; it’s not often you see young people at these things. “You know that phrase ‘It takes a village to raise a child?’” he asked. “I feel as though I was raised by the entire Cape May community. I love this town.” In fact, it was mostly locals we ran into at this VIP night. Dancing in the frontrow was Exit Zero shop manager Jeanine Recupero. We also spotted former Congress Hall employee Cori Harris, who recently moved to Philadelphia. (“I came back to do my taxes,” she told us, “and it’s just a nice bonus that VIP night is this week-

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I FOUND a penny outside of The Fudge Kitchen on The Washington Street Mall... If you can tell me the year, it’s all yours! Please DO NOT CALL 770-8479 for your penny. – West Cape May

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WE can put a man on the moon but we can’t breed a tree that grows money... so much for technology! – West Cape May

I REALLY wish that the $2 bill would make a comeback! – Cape May

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WHY CAN’T Ben Franklin be on money? Why does it HAVE to be a president? – Villas

I CAN’T believe that these awesome black and white issues of Exit Zero cost me NO MONEY! You guys must be crazy! – Erma [Spouty-Offy Editor’s Note: Sometimes even we cannot believe that our cool B&W paper is free... but if you’d like to give us some money we’d accept it!]

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YEAH I agree with the previous Spouty Offyer... Why couldn’t it be a whale? - The Ocean, I mean Ocean Dive in Cape May [Spouty-Offy Editor’s Note: Nice try Mr. Spouty Offy Whale... maybe you can get yourself on a sand dollar or something!]

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4/8: Easter Egg Hunt On The Congress Hall Lawn PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV

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A Moment In History

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Historical Editor Ben Miller tells another shark tale

COUPLE of weeks ago, I wrote about a shark that was killed in Jarvis Sound, between Cape May and Wildwood. This time, we’ll hear about one that was caught by a fisherman, a holy man of all people, which is somewhat appropriate for the week following Easter. The article is from an October 1920 issue of the Philadelphia Inquirer and, unlike the story in the last article, this nearly 400-pound monster was pulled ashore, specifically on the Cape May beach next to Convention Hall Reverend Dr. Paul Sturtevant Howe initially hooked the shark while fishing off the Convention Hall pier. The original Convention Hall was built in 1917 and in 1920, the same year the shark was caught, a 300-foot fishing pier was added. The pier was destroyed in the 1944 hurricane, along with the back end of the hall. While Convention Hall was quickly rebuilt by the city, the pier was not. It was replaced by a much shorter version that was lost in 1962, when Cape May’s last real Convention Hall was destroyed.

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Page 22 Talk Of The Town ? From Page 18 end, too.”) We ran into lifeguard/Ebbitt Room cook/future fireman Brandon Nash who is “excited” to get back on the beach. And we chatted with Deitz and Watson employee Doug Tracy who moved to Cape May after earning a degree from Ohio State University. (He could have made it to the Olympics for fencing, but he “didn’t care for” his college coach.) And we saw 22-year-old Sean Carney, who now runs the bar’s Stone Harbor location. “It’s hard for me to relax when I’m just here to have fun,” he said. “Like, if I see someone who needs a cocktail napkin, that’s a problem for me.” Whatever your story, we were glad to see you out and about, Cape May. We think you’re all pretty VIP. (Except for you, the guy who kept fist-pumping into our personal space. You were annoying.)

Show Us The Money PAYING two dollars for five pennies seems, well, kind of fiscally irresponsible, doesn’t it? But not when they’re rare wheat pennies, like the ones we recently found at

Thursday, April 12, 2012 Cape May Antique Center, located at the harbor, across from the Lobster House. We stopped by with money on our minds, and were gratified to see a display case full of shiny quarters, nickels, dimes, and half-dollars as soon as we walked in the door. Cape May Antique Center general manager Debbie Brown was on duty when we arrived, and was quite helpful. “I’ve learned a lot about coins since I’ve been working here,” she told us. “There are different grades to coins – good, very good, and fine, and I also know that we have the best selection locally. Collectors come in with a list of what they’re looking for, and we let them know when we get it.” Our eyes immediately went to the most expensive coin in the case (that seems to happen to us a lot when we shop), a Liberty Cap quarter from 1832, which is currently the highest-priced coin they have at $500. Vendor Linda Oates says their customers are knowledgeable and stay informed of f luctuations in the

market. “The other reason people come to us as opposed to buying on eBay or other internet vendors is because they are able to physically hold it in their hands. They are taking less of a chance on their investment that way,” Linda says. Something both women told us is that coin collecting is really making a comeback. “I think it’s the economy,” Linda said. “People want to invest in something that’s tangible, that holds its value like silver and gold does.” (Probably doesn’t hurt that you can stash it under your bed, too.) “The interesting thing to me about coin collecting is how many kids are into Debbie says. “They come in at six, eight, 10 years old with their dad, who’s a collector, and maybe his dad before him was a collector. It’s really nice to see the kids take an interest in something like this, especially considering all the technology they have access to today. It’s cool watching a hobby being passed down through the generations that way.”

PARTING SHOT Congratulations to Lightning Jack Lindeman (as the British press named him), a

Cape May Beach Patrol veteran and a member of the Cambridge University team that beat bitter rival Oxford in the world’s oldest, most famous boat race, across the pond. Jack also happens to be the cover model on our first full-color issue of the year (out mid-May). Next stop, the Olympics?

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4/8: Easter Fashion Stroll Along The Washington Street Mall

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Jack and Reilly Sheehan

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

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

Aleathea’s serves good food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. Get $2 off cocktails during happy hours at the bar from 3-6pm Monday thru Friday.

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AVALON COFFEE 7 Gurney Street, Cape May, 898-8088, 3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May www.avaloncoffeecompany.com

The Cape May location is now open daily. They have great sandwiches as well as great coffee and smoothies! Plus two locations to choose from!

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

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

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BACK BAY CAFE 1891 Bayshore Road Villas (609) 889-8500

Casual fine dining at its best, and just a stone’s throw from Cape May. Open for lunch and dinner daily, breakfast on the weekends.

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

The EZ crew gets take-out lunch often from Bella Vida. Lots of homemade selections, with lots of vegan and vegetarian items.

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

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

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

Check out why Congress Hall’s restaurant is a favorite of locals as well as hotel guests. They serve classic tavern food for breakfast, lunch or dinner.

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

The party is here - always warm and friendly in this lively beachfront bar, featuring great food and some of the best live bands around.

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

This beautiful winery is open daily from 12-5pm. Make a reservation to tour the winery on Saturdays at 3pm.

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

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

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CARRIAGE HOUSE 1048 Washington Street, Pysick Estate, Cape May, (609) 884-5404

The Carriage House offers everything from hearty wraps, salads, quiche and paninis to classic teas.

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Prime Steaks • Sensational Seafood

Open Daily for: Breakfast, Lunch, Sunset Dining, Dinner Happy Hour and Late Night Entertainment

Lunch Menu

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The Ultimate Cape May Food & Drink Chart What you need to know about the food and the vibe COPPER FISH 416 Broadway, West Cape May (609) 898-1555

Chef Geoff Johnson’s Copper Fish offers fresh fish and prime meats at a great site – Broadway and Sunset.

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.

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.

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.

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

The opening of Gecko’s always signals a change of season in Cape May. They serve superb southwestern food on their patio.

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

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

HARBOR VIEW 954 Ocean Drive, (609) 884-5444 www.harborviewcapemay.com

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

HARPOON HENRY’S Beach Drive & Browning, N. Cape May 886-5529, www.harpoonhenrys.net

Famous for its sunsets, this spot just reopened. There’s no better place to sip on a cocktail while watching that sunset.

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

Open year round - daily 12 to 5pm for wine tasting, wine by the glass and gourmet cheese plates.

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

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

HIGHER GROUNDS 479 West Perry Street, Cape May www.highergroundscapemay.com

Charming, unique and independently owned, Higher Grounds offers some of the most delicious and nutritious options.

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

Take-out, fish market, restaurant, raw bar, breakfast, dinner... The Lobster House has it all. See why it’s a Cape May must-visit!

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

A huge hit and local’s favorite for a reason. Excellent food, great bar vibe, superb service. Lucky Bones gets it right every single time.

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

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

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

Marie Nicole’s serves modern American cuisine with a European ambiance. Late menu, delectable desserts and cool cocktails.

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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.

BAR

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

The dim, amber lighting, dark wooden bar, period fittings and classy staff give a special ambience. Plus we love just sitting at the lovely bar!

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

A large and very reliable menu. Classic diner food, oversized portions, and very reasonably priced. A locals’ favorite.

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

A lovely dining room, a beautiful coppertop bar and classic, generous dishes. Give one of their delicious martinis a try!

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

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

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, friendly ambience.

PRIMO HOAGIES 605 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-1177 www.primohoagies.com

It’s not just a hoagie - it’s a Primo. One bite will convince you that Primo is aptly named - the freshest ingredients, piled onto the best rolls.

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When was the last time you treated yourself to a night at The Merion?

Savannah, Heather, Louie, and Alexandra Bruno

Dinner & cocktails from 5:00, George Mesterhazy on piano from 5:30 Thursday through Sunday (7 nights after Memorial Day)

Jazz Trio on Thursdays from 8:30 pm-no cover!

Susan, Joe, Dawn

Early bird/night owl specials $17.95-2 courses; $19.95-3 courses $16.95 Express Dinners served all night! Full bar On-site Parking

Kids’ Menu

106 Decatur St. at Columbia Ave., Cape May Reservations 609-884-8363 or online at www.merioninn.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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$13-$29 Cards: V, MC, AE, D

BAR

YES

YES

D

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

BAR

YES

YES

L, D

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

N/A

N/A

YES

L, D

$2-$37 Cards: V, MC, AE

BYOB

YES

YES

Other details

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

While everything 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

You’ll find imaginative cuisine and great drinks at SeaSalt! Plus, the ever-popular Latin Night is on Fridays — get your free salsa lesson here!

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 savory gourmet cheeses and 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. Try the Fire Wok!

TISHA’S 318 Washington Street Mall (609) 884-9119, t www.tishasfinedining.com

This local favorite moved from Convention Hall to the mall, at the former site of Stumpo’s. Delicious for for breakfast, lunch and dinner!

B, L, D

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

BYOB

YES

YES

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

A Cape May legend, and even better now that they’ve put those wonderful booths in there — such a treat. You’ll find some of the best live entertainment in town here!

L, D

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

BAR

NO

YES

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

Reliably excellent food – there is a reason why people wait... excellent breakfasts. They are now open daily for breakfast and lunch.

B, L

$4-$9

BYOB

NO

YES

UNION PARK Beach Avenue & Howard, (609) 884-8811 www.unionparkdiningroom.com

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

D

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

BYOB

YES

YES

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

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

L, D

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

BYOB

YES

YES

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, and great specials at the Wine Bar.

D

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

BAR

YES

YES

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

Zoe’s has large portions at affordable prices, for breakfast and lunch. And they have a great dog-friendly patio!

B, L

$4-$12

BYOB

NO

YES

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4/8: Easter Fashion Stroll Along The Washington Street Mall

Savannah and Alexandra Bruno

Bernie Haas

Sheila and Emily Scheidecker

Karen McDonough

John Cooke, Mary Stewart

Ed, Diane

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

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Lunch | Dinner | Take-out | Reservations Available

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Monday thru friday from 3 to 6pm $2 off cocktails 1/2 price bar menu from 4-5pm

www.sushiukai.com OPEN 7 DAYS: Mon-Thur 11am-10:30pm Fri & Sat 11am-11pm | Sun 12noon-10pm

PH 609-770-7773 1500 Route 47 South, #E1E2, Rio Grande NJ in the ShopRite Shopping Center, next to Dollar Tree

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7 Ocean Street at the Inn of Cape May 609.884.5555 | www.innofcapemay.com


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Ocean View FAMILY RESTAURANT

Open Everyday 7am-9pm Try our Mini Meals!

Paul, Heather, Donna

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

Oyster Bay Steak & Seafood Restaurant

Erin, Mike, Anthony

Serving Dinner From 5pm on Friday, Saturday and Sunday

GREAT Menu NEW Martinis DELICIOUS Desserts Fresh seafood • Tasty steaks • Copper-top bar Bottle & draft beer • Free parking

Robyn Lundholm, Lynn Bowlby

609-884-2111 615 Lafayette St., Cape May


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e r u C r s u s o Y a l G y t p e! Em for

m o r d n y S

Open Friday, Saturday and Sunday

Fine Spirits and Liquors

Wines from Cape May and Around the World Cape May’s Largest Selection of International and Domestic Beers

BEACH & MADISON AVENUE • CAPE MAY

609-884-6114


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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

Debbie, Terry, Charmaine

organic produce • groceries • dairy • bulk • vegan wheat and gluten-free foods • organic meats organic juices • teas • supplements • homeopathics baking goods • chocolate and sweets • literature • pet food baby products • health and beauty items and more

TWO AROMATHERAPY WORKSHOPS!

Sunday, April 22 • 12-12:30pm & 1-1:30pm • $5 at the door

120 PARK BOULEVARD, WEST CAPE MAY (609) 884-3200 • capemayorganicmarket@gmail.com

“Splendid! Wonderfully presented, served, and the food from app to dessert... excellent!” ~ JH

Sharon, Bart, Derrick, Megan, Donna

Open Daily

Lunch Daily from 11:30 • Dinner from 5pm

Holly, Linda, Dave

322 Washington Street Mall, Cape May (609) 884-9119 • www.tishasfinedining.com


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Uncle Bill’s

3/31: Little League Fundraiser At The Cape May VFW PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV

& FAMILY RESTAURANT

Tom Miller II, Joanna Miller, Danielle O’Neal

Serving breakfast & Lunch daily

BEACH AVENUE & PERRY STREET, CAPE MAY (609) 884-7199

Authentic Italian Cuisine

Seafood & Fine Dining

Bob Scully, Peggy Vogel, Mary Snyder, Cindy Scully

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

Monday Prime Rib Night Wednesday

Fish & Chips Night All-You-Can-Eat $9.95 + tax

Tuesday Pizza Night

1 Large Pizza with 2 Toppings $10.99 + tax

Thursday Pasta Night

Your choice of sauce All-You-Can-Eat $9.95 + tax

Early Bird Special... Complimentary Glass of Wine with each Early Bird Dinner. Available Sunday thru Friday from 3:30-5:30

3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May Cape Plaza Shopping Center • 889-6610

Dave and Patti Zeigler, Mary Helverson


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Sharon, Kate

Joe and Cathy McGarrigle

Dolly Reynolds, Nadeen Miller

Michael, Walt

Bob, Scott

Linda, Dave

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The Exit Zero Clip Art And Fake Ad Contests Start looking through the paper... you could win a gift certificate to an advertiser!

FAKE AD CONTEST

Somewhere in this paper is a fake ad!

CLIP ART CONTEST Hidden somewhere in the paper are this BUFFALO NICKEL... Find it & enter to win!

But be aware as it may be a real business in our area, but the product or service will not be real...

Actual Size Shown Here:

Check closely! This Week’s Prizes: NASW PASSES (4) • SHEAR SUNSATIONS ANTIQUES EMPORIA CONTEST ANSWERS March 22 issue CLIP ART ANSWER: Page 6 - SeaSalt Ad FAKE AD ANSWER: Page 68 - Rainbow Paint Ad

This Week’s Prizes: HCSV FAMILY PASS • HENRY’S JEWELRY ALEATHEA’S

WHEN YOU FIND THE ANSWER(S)... ENTER BY ONE OF THESE WAYS: 1. E-mail your name and address along with the answer to: jason@exitzero.us 2. Mail us your name, address, and answer on an 8.5 x 11 piece of paper to: Exit Zero Publishing, 109 Sunset Boulevard, Suite D, Cape May, NJ 08204 Entries Deadline Date: Tuesday, April 24. Draw Date: Wednesday, April 25. One entry per address or email address. Prizes will be mailed to the winners. If mailing your entry do NOT put both answers on one sheet of paper... you’ll only be entered into one contest! You CAN put both answers in one email!

CONTEST WINNERS March 22 issue CLIP ART WINNERS Arlene Peahota • Florence Kempista

FAKE AD WINNERS Richard Jacobson • Carolyn MacMullen


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91 Beach Drive, North Cape May (609) 886-5529 www.harpoonhenrys.net

Claire, Henrie, Irene, Lil

WE’RE BACK!!! Open Weekends

Holly, Todd, Dave

Starting Friday, April 13 at 4pm Sat & Sun From 12:00

Live Music • Sat. 5–9pm Ann Oswald

Stop In & Say Hi!!!!! The Towers group


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OPEN FRIDAY, SATUDAY & SUNDAY DINNER FROM 5PM

“Best of the Shore”

3 course $30 Pre-Fixe Available Anytime

Wine Spectator

Late Menu, Desserts and Cocktails Jim, Karen, Charmaine

Lady from Memphis, Mary, Pam, Dave, Tess

Jennie McCavey, Mary Snyder, Frank and Peggy Vogel

Philadelphia Magazine

“Best of the Shore” South Jersey Magazine

“Award of Excellence” Since 2005


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Exit Zero Is On The Move

Duck, Carol, Ami and Cody Menz of Coastline Realty took Exit Zero with them on vacation to St John in the US Virgin Islands PHOTOGRAPHS BY ROVING EXIT ZERO CORRESTPONDENTS


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Shake it ladies

Pam Palazola, Tess Bell

Ron, Ron’s girl Sharon

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

A Cape May Tradition...

Celebrating 40 years of the finest fudge, chocolates and other sweet treats!

WHIPPED CREAMY FUDGE PREMIUM CHOCOLATES • SALTWATER TAFFY HAND DIPPED ICE CREAM Open Every Day in Cape May on The Washington Street Mall & the Promenade... Stop In for a FREE SAMPLE of Our Creamy Fudge!

We mail anywhere in the world! • Call 1-800-23-FUDGE • Shop online at: FudgeKitchens.com


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The Movie Column

I

By Tom Sims, Executive Director of the Cape May Film Festival

F YOU read this column last week, you know my thoughts on The Hunger Games. Let’s transition from that story about children killing each other for televised sport (I still say, “Yikes!”) to Monsieur Lazhar, a Canadian film nominated for the Best Foreign Film Oscar this year. It tells a moving story that respects kids and beautifully showcases their talents. It arrives in theaters this month, but you may have to travel to see it! An elementary school teacher dies tragically in a terrifying classroom scene. The school’s answer is to paint the room, call in a psychologist, and get students back to class. The only problem (well, one of several) is that no teacher wants the job. Seemingly out of nowhere comes Bachir Lazhar, played by Mohamed Fellag, a man who heard about the horror and wants to assume responsibility for the class. With no other takers, he is hired. The story unfolds with grace and charm as students struggle to understand the tragedy. Lazhar soon learns that the classroom had its share of conf licts. The

Monsieur Lazhar, starring Sophie Nélisse, is the anti-Hunger Games, according to Tom Sims drama is heavy, but the film’s mood is never down mainly because the acting, especially that of the children, is brilliant. The two lead child actors, Émilien Néron and Sophie Nélisse, are particularly noteworthy, endearing themselves to us from their first moments on screen.

A Philadelphia classic, right here at the shore.

PARTY TRAYS • VEGGIE GOODIES LOW-CARB EATS • THE SIDES • WE SHIP TOO!

605 Lafayette Street, Cape May (609) 884-1177 www.primohoagies.com

With a subtle and dramatic script (written and directed by Philippe Falardeau), we’re carefully brought into the emotions you’d expect to find under these circumstances. Teachers will appreciate an accurate portrayal of today’s schools delivered without over-sentimentality. The film didn’t win an Oscar, but it won big at the Genies (the Canadian Oscars). The Oscar went to A Separation, an Iranian film which was Oscar-worthy, although Monsieur Lazhar has more heart and is more finely crafted. If you’ve seen The Hunger Games, you may be in need of an antidote, a superior film that honors children and respects their challenges without pandering to fears or preying on insecurities. For reviews of The Hunger Games and A Separation, visit www.capemayfilm.org, with more than 100 movie reviews by volunteers of the Cape May Film Society. If you’re a movie fan, we want to hear from you! Email capemayfilm@hotmail.com or call/text 609-326-FEST to learn more.


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What’s Your Story?

Every week, we ask: Who the heck are you and what are you doing here? Who are you? My name is Pat Raspa. Where are you from? Technically, I’m from across the street, where I work at Artisans Alcove. And what were you doing when we interrupted you? I’m having a soup break here at the Depot Market, because it’s freezing at work and I need some soup to warm up. Today I’m trying the borscht. It’s a little late in the day for lunch — it’s 3pm! (Reporter’s note: we were there for donut muffins.) I know — it’s more to warm up than being hungry. I don’t usually take a lunch. The theme of this week’s issue is “money.” Do you have any thoughts on money that you’d like to share with us? Yes, I would. My thought is that I don’t have enough of it. And if you did have lots of money, what would you spend it on? Oh, definitely jewelry. And books. And then maybe shoes, as a distant third. Interview by Kate Chadwick PHOTOGRAPH BY GABI URDA... TO ORDER COPIES, PLEASE CALL (609) 770-8479

Southern Italian, Seafood & Steaks, Pasta, Veal & Chicken

ODMOTHERS

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ALL NIGHT FRIDAY AND 5-5:30 SATURDAY

Broadway & Sunset ~ 884-4543

479 West Perry Street West Cape May 884-1131


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Hey! Did you hear the news? There’s something going on up on Washington Street!

Carole Goss, Danielle Dove, Terri MacFeat

Sure you do! Remember where we had lunch last summer? But you really liked it, didn’t you?

Jon (why no madeup food name?), Muffin, Waffles

You’re really gonna want to go now...somebody said it’s different... Better different, is what I heard. Guess we’ll have to wait and see...

What news?

Where? I don’t know anybody on Washington Street.

What, that tea place that I didn’t want to go to? Yeah, I admit it. The food was good, the people were great...

Different how? It was pretty different before, wasn’t it?

Better is always good...

Carriage House Cafe & Tearoom

at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Bobby and Linda Poserina, Linda Matthews

(RE-OPENING APRIL 27)


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Jane, Colleen

Mike and Debbie Downes

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

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Henry’s Is Also Your Exclusive Cape May Headquarters for:

407 Washington St. Mall • Cape May, NJ 08204 • 609.884.0334


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4/1: Soft Opening Of The General Store In Cape May Point

Lilly Smith, Kamryn McBride

Owner Deanna Ebner, Emma Manteca-Ebner

Carol King Hood, Jamie Goren

Leo Moryakov, Aleksey Moryakov

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... (EXCEPT FOR THAT ONE ON THE RIGHT)

Dine In Take Out Delivery Catering

715 Beach Avenue, Cape May (609) 884-1233 www.zoescapemay.com HOMEMADE IS OUR MIDDLE NAME

BEACHFRONT EATERY Open Weekends For Breakfast & Lunch

Voted “Best Sandwich or Cheesesteak” and Chili in Cape May * Full Breakfast Menu

Homemade Muffins, Pancakes & Omelettes * Lunch - Our Own Roasted Turkey & Roast Beef Cape May’s Largest Cheese Steaks & Hoagies Vegetarians, Enjoy Our Homemade Veggie Burgers * Entire Menu Available for Take-Out * Patio Dining/Pet Friendly... BYOD

Lunch from 11:30am • Dinner from 4pm (Closed Mondays) Breakfast Weekends - Sat. 8-11:30am & Sunday 8-12:30pm Early Birds starting at $9.99 ~ Sunday-Friday 4pm-5:30pm

1891 BAYSHORE ROAD, VILLAS 609-889-8500

Perfect for Cape May Lovers! CAPE MAY & EXIT 0 CHARMS in Sterling Silver & 14k Gold! Available Exclusively at...

PATRICIA JACKSON JEWELERS

414 Bank Street, Cape May • (609) 884-0323 www.patjacksonjewelers.com Open Friday, Saturday, Monday 11-6; Sunday 12-5


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What’s 2,500 square feet, two stories tall, and packed with an amazing collection of Cape May souvenirs?

The all-new...

Exit Zero Store & Gallery Chattel Village, Sunset Boulevard (across from Shell Gas station) OPEN SEVEN DAYS (609) 770-8479


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Sleeping Around

Exit Zero tests the beds of Cape May’s hotels and inns. This week... La Mer Beachfront Inn WHERE IS IT? La Mer Beachfront Inn is located at 1317 Beach Avenue, on the corner of Beach and Pittsburgh, in the quieter east end of town. WHAT IS IT? A multi-hued four-story beachfront hotel with a colorful façade, fabulous restaurant, and pool. Oh, and directly across the street from the beach. WHO RUNS IT? La Mer is run by George Antoniades and his staff. HOW MANY ROOMS? As of press time, there were 133, but by Memorial Day there will be an additional eight rooms, for a total of 141. WHAT’S THE VIBE? Classy, yet colorful and casual, relaxed and vibrant all at once. Cool ceramic tile in kitchen and bath areas provide relief for sun-scorched feet, and the Berber carpet and casual furniture are complemented by beach-scene artwork. AMENITIES? We had a corner suite (room 438), so one of our favorite amenities was not one but TWO balconies, one facing Beach, one over Pittsburgh, both with a great ocean view. Throw in a 40-inch

TV in the main room (with a smaller TV in the sitting area), granite counters in kitchenette and bathroom, coffee maker, microwave, and a full-size refrigerator, inroom internet access, and a safe in the large closet, and you’re talking luxury, minus the stuffiness factor. The pool will be open for business, weather permitting, by Memorial Day, complete with poolside food and beverage service. Or if you’re headed to the beach, they provide towels, chairs and umbrellas. There’s also a fitness room and a large conference/meeting space, both located on the third f loor.

Want to Advertise in Exit Zero? You could own your own ad (just like Green Street’s ad next door )

for only $70 per week. Quite a bargain to reach 10,000+ readers we think! Price includes ad design too! Contact Jason... He’ll make it easy to advertise in EZ! (609) 770-8479 • jason@exitzero.us

WHAT’S THE BED LIKE? We had two double beds AND a pull-out couch — not too hard, not too soft, just right. (And the little kids with us even enjoyed some jumping on them prior to our cease-and-desist order, so apparently sturdy, too.) Extra pillow and blankets in the closet, if you want to crack the sliding door to hear the ocean. INSIDER TIP: Hotel guest or not, put the Pier House (already a hotspot for dinners for the past few years) on your killer breakfasts list. Honorable mention goes to the outstanding Belgian waff le (pilfered from a table-mate’s plate, but now we know what we’re ordering next time). Waitress Amanda was friendly and efficient, and the cappuccino was excellent. RANDOM FACT: La Mer offers a courtesy restroom with enclosed outdoor shower for late check-out guests who wanted to squeeze in a little beach time prior to leaving town. CONTACT INFO: Call 800-644-5004, for more information or to make a reservation, , or visit capemaylamer.com.

Green Street Market

Natural Health & Gourmet 0rganic produce Grass fed organic meats Organic poultry Gluten Free Vegan Vitamins and Herbal Supplements OPEN 7 DAYS 3167 RT. 9 SOUTH RIO GRANDE NJ 08242 (NEXT TO AVALON COFFEE) 609-463-0606 www.greenstreetmarket.com email: info@greenstreetmarket.com


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You’ll have the inside track on where to Eat, Shop, Stay & Play in America’s Original Seaside Resort! Awesome map feature guides you right to your destination! Hey Business Owners... If you’d like your business on the app, contact Jason at (609) 770-8479 or jason@exitzero.us Only $200 for a year!

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EACH week, Exit Zero will be ambushing unsuspecting and deserving citizens with a beautiful bouquet of flowers from a local florist. All you have to do is answer a question or two by our roving photographer, Gabi Urda. This week’s lucky recipient is Judy Miller, who was ambushed on the Washington Street Mall. Where are you from? I’m from Cape May and I still live here. Occupation: I’m retired. What were you doing when we interrupted? Just taking my afternoon walk. When is the last time you got some flowers? I haven’t gotten flowers since January, which was was when my 18-year-old cat passed away. PHOTO BY GABI URDA... FLOWERS BY KATE’S


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Save LOTS of $!

Cape May Wicker is excited to offer

The Cottage Retreat Bedroom Collection by Ashley FurnitureÂŽ. Purchase a 7-piece bedroom set for only

$999!

(set includes dresser, chest, nightstand, mirror, headboard, footboard, bed rails)

203 Sunset, West Cape May • 884-1849


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Cape May Sports Memorabilia LOCATED IN CAPE MAY AT ANTIQUES EMPORIA 405 W. PERRY STREET

Ned Hood, Karen and John Schneider

Debbie & Mike Downes

Cape Winds

Florist & Gift Shop

Large selection of high quality vintage sports cards & memorabilia at reasonable prices.

• Current Stars, Hall of Famers and Rookies • • Certified Autographed Items • • Vintage Yearbooks, Programs and Publications •

Phone: 609-898-3332 email: SprtsCardsRus@aol.com www.capemaysportsmemorabilia.com

860 Broadway (Broadway & Stimpson Lane) West Cape May NJ 08204 609-884-1865 • 609-884-2602 Fax email: capewindsflorist@verizon.net www.capemayflowers.com

Looking for a Special Gift? Shop in our farm store and check out our great selection of alpaca apparel and accessories: sweaters, capes, hats & scarves, socks, throws, & yarn from the farm.

Bay Springs Farm Alpacas Jack Wright, Maciek Nabrdalik, Lucas Manteca

Store Hours: Saturday & Sunday 10-4PM Bay Springs Farm 542 New England Rd. Cape May, NJ 08204 (near Higbee Beach) Ph. 609-884-0563

Life feels better when you wear alpaca, the touch of elegance for every day. Now also at West End Garage! Sasha and Leo Moryakov, Jekaterina, Kira, Leo Jr

www.BaySpringsAlpacas.com


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Contemporary

4/1: Soft Opening Of The General Store In Cape May Point

& Estate Jewelry

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV

Engagement Rings Estate Jewelry Fine Jewelry Lladro Coins Hummels Antiques Antique Dolls Jewelry Repair

Large selection of Vintage Cameos! We Buy Diamonds, Gold and Silver!

Michael, Kamryn and Michele McBride

511 Washington Street Mall, Cape May (next to Fudge Kitchen) • (609) 898-8786

Other Location: 15 N. Black Horse Pike, Runnemede • (856) 939-0230

Fun for the Kids... and grownups too! Can you change a chair into a tower? Or a wall into a skyscraper?

Louis Ebner, Theresa Senico, Scott Nash

Make these magical transformations, and more, with this tantalizing puzzle!

The

Toy Shop of Cape May

OPEN EVERY DAY!

Wildly Imaginative Toys

510 Washington St. Mall, Cape May • (609) 884-0442

Petar, Vince, Venera


PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV

The Italian Garden ALL ITALIA, ALL IMPORTS Just Arrived... New Fragrances & New Skin Care... All So Italian!! (609) 884-2300 • 510 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May

Gregg Greenberg, Mike Keosky

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(609) 884-6181 600 Park Boulevard West Cape May www.katesflowershop.com

YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD FLORIST FOR 28 YEARS!

Check Out Our Collectible Coin Selection! (609) 898-3332 • 405 W. Perry St., Cape May

Anita, Stephenie, Brenda

Mary and Gary Murphy


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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 Kate Chadwick 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 our themed issue, which is Money. The solution can be found on the front page of our website, exitzero.us. ACROSS 1. The 1973 song “Money” is the only one from this British band’s album Dark Side Of The Moon to enter the top 20 on Billboard’s Hot 100. 3. A s of May 2010, it costs approximately 1.6 cents to produce one of these. 7. An old American adage, advocating the exercise of caution in one’s dealings, advises against taking any of these. 9. T he line “Greed is good” was uttered by the memorable Gordon Gekko in this 1987 film. 10. When the US first issued paper currency in 1861, each note was signed by hand by Treasury representatives. Hand-written signatures lasted only a year, after signers complained of this. 11. P robably as old as money itself is the creation of this, otherwise known as “funny money.” 15. T he United States Bullion Depository, located in Kentucky, is more commonly known as this. 16. This Latin phrase, which appears on US coins, loosely translates as “one from many.” 18. The likeness of this woman, wife of a president, was the only female image to have ever appeared on a US currency note. 20. “Mo Money, Mo Problems” was the second posthumous number one song for this artist. 22. “If I Had A Million Dollars” is one of this Canadian band’s best-known songs and has

Tough to get in — or out — of. See 15 across.

become a live show staple, despite never being released as a single and having no accompanying video. 23. T he name of this financial services company has become synonymous with the backlash against Wall Street since the collapse of the mortgage insdustry. 24. “Show me the money” is an oft-quoted line from this 1996 hit film. DOWN 2 . This supermodel famously — or infamously — said, “I don’t get out of bed for less than $10,000 a day.” 3. T he recent long lines nationwide to purchase lottery tickets for this game are a strong example of hope springing eternal in a poor economy. 4. H ow many times does the term “The United States of America” appear on the $100 bill? 5. “ The Money Song,” by this classic British comedy troupe, starts with the attentiongetting lyric “I’ve got ninety-thousand pounds in my pyjamas.”

6. T his American comedian, TV and film star said “Cocaine is God’s way of saying you’re making too much money.” 8. T his historic Philadelphia landmark and tourist attraction is pictured on the back of the $100 bill. 12. T his magazine makes us all jealous by publishing an annual list of the world’s richest people. 13. In general, living people don’t appear on US coins, but in 1926, this man became the first president pictured on a coin while still alive. 14 . “Money For Nothing,” featuring back-up vocals by Sting, was one of this band’s most successful singles. 17. An American computer magnate and philanthropist, he is second on Forbes’ list of richest people in the world for the third year in a row. 19. “ Let me tell you how it will be; there’s one for you, nineteen for me” is the opening lyric to this Beatles song. 21. E arning a decent living is also known as “bringing home the.....”


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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 The husband of my best childhood friend called me last summer to say he was bringing her to Cape May for her birthday. We had lost touch over the years, and he suggested that I surprise her by meeting them for dinner and drinks at the Mug. It was nice to see her; we now catch up occasionally on Facebook, and will probably have lunch this summer. However, her husband keeps texting and emailing me. I’m starting to wonder if he’s hitting on me, but I’m not sure and don’t want to be paranoid by calling him on it (or reporting his behavior to his wife) if I’m wrong. What to do? - The Best Friend Dear Best This is difficult. There’s no rule that the Answer Lady is aware of preventing married people to have friends of the opposite sex. On the one hand, maybe he’s just be

a friendly fellow looking out for his wife’s best interests - perhaps she’s going through a rough time, unbeknownst to you, and he wants her friends close by for support. On the other hand, he just may be a big weasel who has ulterior motives involving you, him and a hot tub. Unless he is emailing and texting you for specific reasons, the Answer Lady thinks the latter may be the case. If he were just some random acquaintance, the Answer Lady might suggest you simply ask him what he’s up to, but since he is the hus-

band of a friend, you should probably tread more carefully. Unless he texts or emails something overtly over the line, it may be best to simply ignore his texts and emails, in the hopes they eventually stop. Or respond with a simple “I hope everything’s okay with you and Jane, Dick,” and see what his response is. Picking up the phone and alerting his wife to this is probably not your best course of action at this stage of the game, since you are not sure just what’s going on here. Besides, if he IS one of those men who hits on every woman he encounters until someone bites (one way or the other), you probably won’t be telling her anything she doesn’t already know. Dear Answer Lady I waitress in a local restaurant, and have a regular elderly gentleman customer who is always pinching my cheeks. He’s sweet, but I don’t like it. – Wendy Waitress Dear Wendy The Answer Lady presumes we are talking about the cheeks on your face. If so, keep out of arm’s reach. If not, tell your boss.

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Exit Zero Reaches New Heights

Anna Marie Zabielski (holding EZ) visited her son and his family in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates in the Middle East. This picture was taken at the top of the Burj Khalifa, the world’s tallest building.

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The Old Fogey

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

AM NOT much for money, which I believe to be a terribly gauche notion, and much prefer to carry in my wallet enough raw gold to settle any matters of commerce (gold and a stout set of brass knuckledusters: I have yet to encounter a scenario where the combination will not win the day). And I find those folks who are all about the pursuit of money to be rather poor company, most often with utterly no sense of humor and possessed of darting eyes. Also, in my long and varied experiences, in times of unrest it does not take a genius to see that a self-declared financial elite who rub the noses of the common man in the dirt is not just encouraging the spirit of revolution, but inviting it in the mansion, handing it a bottle filled with gasoline and then stuffing a lit rag in the top and stepping back politely. It is exactly that egalitarian spirit and the notion of a moneyless society that inspired me to purchase Cape May from the Indians back in the day for a handful of beads, a mirror and a squeaky rubber

duck: I was determined not to pollute those simple, kind folks with western notions of wealth, and I knew that if I handed over some $30,000, they would come to a sticky end. And that is why today I am a man of inestimable wealth: I do not wish to appear vulgar by having a dollar value assigned to my holdings and possessions. And anyway, rich as I am, I am richer still in friends and love and in living in this stunning city. Of course, I do allow myself some little

indulgences, as befits an elder gentleman: my bed is made from solid gold, with diamond posts and sheets woven from the individual silk threads of 50,000 spiders (non-sticky: a previous order was misinterpreted and while I had a perfect sleep, it took me a damnable week to escape the sheets in the morning). And my cellars are full of works of art collected from various parts of the world where I felt they were not safe from predation or damage: one day of course I will return my Faberge Eggs to Russia, the other two paintings in the Mona Lisa triptych to Paris, the Ark of the Covenant to Rome and so on, but for now, I see myself as a steward of the world’s treasures. But, I do wish to enrich your wretched lives, and so I announce a contest to make ONE of you rich beyond your wildest dreams: send in a 50-word account of “what I would spend my millions on” to the Scotch scoundrel who edits this rag, and the author of the best answer will: (a) Receive $10m, and (b) Be dipped in molten gold. No need to thank me!

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Activity Of The Week

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A weekly column by Catherine Dugan. This week: A spirited weekend in Cape May

APE May is a spirited town, so why not use Friday the 13th as an excuse to get to know the spirits a little better? Fear of Friday the 13th is a Victorian invention — the first documented reference to the ill-fated date is in 1869. And not every culture chooses Friday, or the 13th, as the unlucky day — Italians get nervous on Friday the 17th, and Spaniards worry on Tuesday the 13th. But this is America, where the 1980 movie, “Friday the 13th” spawned ten sequels, and it is 2012, a year with three of the scary dates, so what better time to go ghost hunting? We usually associate ghosts with autumn, and Halloween, when the veil between this world and the next is said to be the thinnest. But, according to the website, Haunted America, Friday the Thirteenth is a great day to try to contact ghosts. And, believers say, spirits are drawn year-round to Cape May’s quartz-filled beaches. Hit the beach on a predawn spring morning, when the fog softens the sound of the rolling waves, and the brightening sky reveals more shades of grey than can fit in your pencil box, and see if

you don’t agree. The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) encourages you to get close to the spirits this weekend, with the help of the Ghost Writer, Craig McManus. McManus is a psychic medium who has studied paranormal activity in Cape May’s Victorian buildings, and on Friday, April 13, he’ll join a few

guests for dinner. Tickets are $50, available from MAC, and the event will be held at the Inn of Cape May, whose charming parlor is the perfect setting for a Victorian ghost with a story to tell. Or, take “A Ride With the Ghost Writer,” and join McManus on a trolley as he tells tales of the spirits he has met. The tour begins and ends at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street, and all seats are $25. You can also join McManus on Saturday, April 14 at 11pm for “Midnight at the Physick Estate,” where he will share his experiences. The tour is limited to 25 people, and tickets are $35. For more information, call 609-8845404. Maybe spirits are not your cup of tea. If you’d rather join the Temperance Debate, come to a Tea Luncheon at the Merion Inn on Thursday, April 26. Dr Physick will moderate a debate between saloonkeeper Patrick Collins and temperance advocate Jennie Wales. Admission is $25, and more information is available from MAC. Make some spirited new friends this weekend! Next week: Earth Day


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“Most smiles are started by another smile.” ~ Frank Howard Clark

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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal

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CIROC is a medium-sized pit bull, approximately 18-months-old. She’s extremely active but submissive, and needs a patient owner for consistent training, gentle discipline and daily exercise. You’ll get a loyal, obedient friend. Ciroc knows some commands, like sit, lay down, and speak. She is recommended for a single person or family with children over 10 years of age, and no other pets. The adoption fee is $95.

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PETEY is a 1-year-old white pit bull with dark brindle markings. He came to the shelter as a stray who may have been abandoned. Petey is very playful, and enjoys games, toys and chasing balls. He’s affectionate, mindful of his manners and knows some commands. Because of his size and strength, Petey is not recommended for a family with children under 6, and he does not like cats. The adoption fee is $95.

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ARISA was surrendered to our shelter when her owners had to move and couldn’t take her with them. While she is a sweet, obedient girl who is very social, she is a little shy and skittish so she’ll need a quiet home, preferably without small or rowdy kids to make her anxious. Hopefully a kind person with time and patience will give her the chance to go to a forever home, and hopefully that someone is you. The 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 (609) 465-8923

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TIGER is waiting for someone to take him to his forever home. He’s an outgoing younger guy whose owner had a child come into the home who was allergic. He is a sweet guy who needs time to get to know you. If you think you can spare some love for a guy who is down on his luck, stop in and give Tiger a chance. The adoption fee is $35.

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KING was brought to the shelter with his brother, Jacks. They’re both very sweet little guys, just bursting with energy. If you’re looking for a playful pair of kittens, they’re for you! They would be sad to be separated, so ideally they’d be adopted together. If they sound like the perfect fit for you, stop by the shelter. Their adoption fee is $70.

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JACKS was brought to the shelter with his brother, King. They both are very sweet little guys, and would prefer to be adopted together, because they love each other so much. This loving, playful pair might be the perfect fit for you, so stop by the shelter to check them out. The adoption fee is $70.

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Theatre Experiences For Every Age ADVERTISING FEATURE

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APE May Stage’s Robert Shackleton Playhouse is one of the most beautiful buildings in town, but, it’s far more than a gorgeous restoration of an 1853 church. There is something for everyone in that building. In addition to the theatre company presenting world-class artists in critically acclaimed productions, it’s also used to touch the lives of children, seniors, and all members of the community. Children will discover aspects of their personalities in a new Discovery Theatre Camp this summer, overseen by Artistic Director Roy Steinberg and led by master teacher Elizabeth Troxell, who has led the theatre department at the Milton Hershey School for 17 years. Using theatre games, improvisations, and excerpts from world dramatic literature, campers will explore pop culture and fairy tales, as well as the writings of famous playwrights like Moliere, Strindberg, and Shakespeare. The camp runs July 10 through 20, and campers can sign up for one week or two. There are separate sessions for campers ages 9-12, and for campers ages 13-16. Register online today at capemaystage.org. The Shore Grand Slam finale is April 22 at 6:30pm at the Playhouse. Each year, Cape May Stage joins with the Center for Community Arts to host the finale of Story Slams, that bring so many new members of the community into the lovely auditorium. In less than a month, we team again with Chase Arts to present The Colored Museum. Last season Chase Arts triumphed

Discovery Theatre Camp, overseen by Artistic Director Roy Steinberg, will hone the acting skills of your favorite young thespian. with For Colored Girls Who Have Considered Suicide When The Rainbow Was Enuf. Passionate performances in a sold-out house are the hallmark of Chase Arts, the same winning combination that’s brought Cape May Stage such prominence. It’s no wonder that they have teamed up again. Cape May Stage is offering subscriptions for both Main Stage and Second Stage series. Buy a flex pass or a full seven-play subscription for substantial savings and first choice of seats. Same is true for our

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Bird Droppings

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

T’S one of the most oft-asked questions of those unfamiliar with Cape May migration: “When do hawks come through in the spring?” And it leads to one of the most disappointing answers: “They don’t.” As answers go, this one isn’t, strictly speaking, true — I’ll get to that. But it’s true enough and anyone coming to Cape May in spring hoping to see the same massive movements of (gasp, sigh) raptors that characterize fall are setting themselves up for a small, lean disappointment. The spring hawk migration in April and May is a pale shadow of what we get to enjoy in the fall. Why? First, most of the hawks that passed through Cape May from August into December last year are dead. Dead? You heard me. Stiff. Because about 90% of the hawks that pass through Cape May then are first year birds (born that year - just kids) and about 90% of these will fail to reach adulthood. A bird’s first trip south constitutes the first major cut in any birds life, and the rigors of a bird’s first winter whittle down the rest.

The birds migrating north in spring are mostly adults, and most know that Cape May lies on...the wrong side of the bay — good for us, bad for birds. In fall, birds concentrate here because they don’t want to cross the bay. All that changes in spring is the direction. Bay’s still there and in the same spot. Birds are still reluctant to cross. Many hawks (particularly

larger soaring ones) elect to go up the Delaware side. And many even take a more inland route than this. There are some species of hawks that do make light of a water crossing — among them Osprey, Northern Harrier, falcons and accipiters. “That sounds like plenty of birds,” you’re thinking, and you’re right. Problem is, we lack a focus point. Birds jumping off Cape Henlopen can make landfall near Higbee Beach, Cape May Point, Cape May — some may decide that Town Bank or East Point Light is as good a place as any. skipping the southern points entirely. The birds aren’t concentrated when they make landfall. And then they leave. Fast. You must understand, these are adult birds. Their hormones are raging, biological time clocks ticking. They have one thing in mind: get where they want to be, find a partner, and mate, mate, mate. It’s like spring break of the avian variety. Perhaps you can relate.

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Bird Droppings ? From Page 81 In the fall, Cape May is packed with the raptor equivalent of recent college graduates with graduation money in their pockets and no particular interest in settling down, finding a job, or getting domestic. In Spring, Cape May is brushed by birds really anxious to be elsewhere. This is not to say we never have hawks in spring in Cape May. We do. Not surprisingly, the condition that sets up a spring f light is not that much different than that which sets up f lights in the fall - good northwest winds. In spring (as in fall), northwest winds ferry birds east and south. They kind of wander down to Cape May Point, sauntering along like summer tourists on surreys. And guess what? The ones that wander down to the Point just to see the sights - they’re second year birds (sub-adults). For the most part, they’ve just got their learner’s permit and aren’t breeding now because many birds of prey don’t breed until they’re two years old. These second year birds migrate later than adults, so spring concentrations are usually later, like May and early June. They’re also less impressive than in the fall because the ranks of second year birds

Swallow-tailed Kites can be spotted in spring in Cape May. Photo by Karl Lukens have been severely thinned by attrition. So there you have it — the reason you don’t want to go to Cape May to watch hawks in the spring. Unless…did I mention we get some really rare hawks in spring? Mississippi Kites and Swallowtailed Kites. If you went on my Monday morning walk on March 26, you know what I’m talking about. Head to the Cape May Bird Observatory - THE place for all your nature needs. You can pick up a free birding map, checklist and daily walk schedule, and talk to our

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The Dating Column

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EANDRA is one of those people who always — and I try not to say always, but in this case, it’s warranted — has some passionate affair going on. Most recently, she told me yesterday, it was with Zeke, the architect from San Diego she loved only while he lived in California. By the time he moved to Colorado to be with her, she had moved on to Tony, the country boy who throws rocks at her window to serenade her with his guitar AND Sandy, the artist who “paints his feelings” about her on floor-to-ceiling canvases. When Leandra breaks up, it’s just as passionate. A guy once dumped her so that he could move to Australia, and it took him until he was in the middle of the Outback before he called to say he’d made the biggest mistake of his life. But it was too late, Leandra had already fallen for the Siberian sky diving instructor who professed his love to her while parachuting over the New Zealand Alps. Leandra makes me feel badly about my own love life. My most passionate date con-

sists of watching movies on the couch with a bag of popcorn or, if we’re feeling really adventurous, s’mores. The men I’ve gone out with have never chased after me in the middle of a rainstorm to declare their undying devotion, like it goes in the movies. They’ve never picked me up on their motorcycles and ridden me off into the sunset. They’ve never made love to me somewhere exotic, under a full moon. My last boyfriend had more passion for a meal

from HotDog Tommy’s than he did for our relationship. Don’t get me wrong, I’ve had that weakin-the-knees feeling for men before, and I think there’s been men who’ve felt it for me… it’s just never been mutual. And dammit, if I’m going to have one of these earthshatteringly good romances, it’s going to have to be mutual. Sometimes, I wonder if I’m being realistic. Perhaps we only feel entitled to passion because so many people exaggerate the passion of their own love lives, and this make us feel as though it’s a common and attainable thing. Perhaps people like Leandra are freaks of nature. Perhaps lasting companionship is the best any of us can hope for without being greedy. Perhaps movies on the couch with that guy you’re fond of should be good enough. But no one’s ever accused me of being realistic before. And, I figure, I’ve waited this long, I may as well hold out for the guy who’s going to rock my world. Passion, if it is real, seems like a thing worth waiting for. And besides, a girl can only eat so many s’mores.

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Historic farmhouse with modern amenities. This home features an open kitchen/ family room with bamboo flooring and stainless steel appliances. The addition has a loft with large octagonal window for natural light. Laundry room and full bath on the first floor, along with generously sized living and dining rooms and front facing sunporch. The second floor offers two bedrooms and access to the loft, as well as a half bath. The lot is 1.56 acres. 2 bedrooms, 1.5 baths. $289,000.

The Blake House circa 1865 Imposing Victorian home presently being run year round as guest apartments with the main house being used as the owners’ quarters. There is a combined total of 10 bedrooms, 6 full baths, and 2 half baths, in the house and the apartments. The apartments, which have their own entrance, are all one and two bedrooms with fully equipped kitchens, parlors, private bathrooms, central air, and cable TV. $1,450,000

There is much more to this residential townhouse than meets the eye – nestled in a quiet setting in the heart of town, this spacious home offers 2 brms., 2 ½ baths, spacious liv. room, din. room, kitchen, plus optional den or 3rd brm. suite. There is an attached 1 car garage & workshop plus additional parking on-site. Lots of storage, inside &out, front & rear decks, maintenance free cedar siding – truly one of a kind. $529,000.

32 acres of beautiful land in Green Creek with 10 +acres cleared & fenced. Pair this with a lovely 2-story farm house, separate 2-story in-law quarters, studio, barn with 3 horse stalls with birthing bath, & detached garage. Only minutes from the Rio Grande shopping district, 10 miles north of Historic Beach Resort Cape May. The land has been left as nature has intended -- it is as organic as it can be. This could be a of dream project for organic farmers, equestrian centers, vineyard owners. $775,000

This home features 3 spacious bedrooms with a private master suite. The Master suite has vaulted ceilings, great views and lots of natural sunlight. There are two full baths, one on the first floor and one on the second floor. This home dates back to the 1870’s but had a total renovation in 1996. All systems were updated and the floor plan changed to make it the spacious and open home that it is. Newly Priced at $399,000

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80 MILLMAN LANE VILLAS

1405 DELAWARE AVE. CAPE MAY

130 W. JACKSONVILLE AVENUE, VILLAS

1520 NEW JERSEY AVE, “CAPE ROC” UNIT #112

Stunning! With Fantastic Ocean Views! This Custom Built, 4 bedroom 3 full and 2 half bath home is very close to being new having been built in 2010. This level of custom, quality construction starts with whirlpool tubs, to a Viking Range, stainless steel appliances, beautiful wood floors, amazing tile work and granite, gas fireplace with surround, outside privacy shower, covered paver patio and driveway, ocean front deck and the beach right across the street from your doorstep. $1,595,000

New price! Magnificent Delaware Bay views abound from this waterfront estate with tidelands lease water rights! One-of-a-kind opportunity to acquire a custom built single family home, detached guest cottage and detached and oversized garage on the Bay! The main residence was completed in 2005 and offers 3 bedrooms and 2.5 baths along with an attached 2 car garage. $999,500.

This brand new, custom built 4 bedroom, 3.5 bath home in the heart of the marine district is beautiful. The home offers an open floor plan with spacious rooms and a state of the art kitchen. The first floor features a powder room, wood flooring throughout, and a lovely gas fireplace in the spacious living room. The second floor includes 3 bedrooms, two full baths, and a master suite with luxury bath and private deck. Look no further as this home at the shore is just perfect! $925,000

To be constructed! This 3 story home will be located right off of the corner of West Jacksonville and Millman Lane with excellent water views. This charming three bedroom home will offer Craftsman styling outisde and wide open spaces on the main level. A covered porch shelters the entry, which opens to a small foyer with a coat closet. A door in the foyer leads to the garage, shop, and storage area on the foundation level. Move on this opportunity now to enjoy while the weather is at its best! $299,900

Situated on the back side of the Beach Block “Cape Roc” is ideally suited for shore living. A first floor unit overlooking the pool, this condo has been updated for your comfort. Easy to clean Pergo floors, modern kitchen and spacious bedroom. Being sold furnished and has a long standing rental history with a peak season rate of $1400/week. Condo fee covers onsite management, insurance, pool, gas grills, elevators, laundry, water/sewer, hot water, and trash Condo Fees $183 per month. Asking $265,000

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

DeSatnick Real Estate 1001 Lafayette Street Cape May (609) 884-1300 www.desatnickrealestate.com

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

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

Darcy Dickenson Cape May Realty 311 Pittsburgh Ave., Cape May 609-602-4122 www.capemayproperty.net


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For Sale: 370 Rte 47 S (@ 7.2 mile mark)

Organic Farm? Equestrian center? Vineyard? Sub-division? Call for details!

Heijung Park-Colameco Broker/Sales

Jersey Cape Realty, Inc

739 Washington St., Cape May NJ 08204 Office: 609-884-5800 Cell: 609-602-8641 GotCapeMayHomes.com

Rentals Of The Week Adorable homes in America’s Original Seaside Resort ready for your enjoyment

504 Sixth Avenue, West Cape May Single Family 3 bedrooms, 2.5 baths Sleeps 7. $1200-$1400 per week.

902 Lafayette Street, Cape May In the heart of town and close to everything. Tastefully decorated. 3 BR 2 BA

104 Yale Avenue, Cape May Point Single Family 3 bedrooms, 2 baths Sleeps 6. $1000-$1900 per week.

1125 Washington Street, Cape May 5 bed 3 bath, sleeps 14. Perfect for all occasions.

Chris Clemans Sotheby’s International Realty 1159 Washington St., Cape May 609-884-3332, chrisclemanssir.com 1130 Delaware Avenue, Cape May 3 BR/1 BA twin, sleeps 8 people. $1100-$1395/week.

Call on Us for All Your Real Estate Needs! 501 LAFAYETTE STREET, CAPE MAY NJ 08204 TOLL FREE: 877-884-8907 • LOCAL 609-884-1007 FAX 609-884-4407 • WWW.WILSEYREALTY.COM

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902 OCEAN DRIVE, UNIT 711, LOWER TOWNSHIP CANYON CLUB RESORT MARINA Coastal living at its finest! 2 BR/2 BA end unit with superb designer details. $374,900

796 COX LANE, COLD SPRING Spacious 4 BR/2.5 BA home with attached private 1 BR/1 BA guest suite with kitchenette situated on 1.26 acres. $279,000 1001 LAFAYETTE STREET CAPE MAY NJ 08204 TODD H. DE SATNICK, BROKER OF RECORD

819 Kearney Avenue, Cape May 8 BR/6.5 BA, sleeps 16 people. $3000-$6500/week. Desatnick Real Estate, LLC 1001 Lafayette Street, Cape May 609.884.1300 www.deSatnickRealEstate.com 722 Maple Ave., West Cape May - 2 BR, 1 BA, central air, internet access. Washer and dryer and outside shower. Bike to the beach. Sleeps 6 comfortably. $1,200 weekly.

Inquiries to rentals department at Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington Street, Cape May 609-884-5800 926 Corgie Street, Cape May 4 br, 2 ba, w/d, d/w, cac, internet, sleeps 10 Low $1200/High $2500 808 Washington St., Unit #3, Cape May 2 br, 2 ba, w/d, d/w, cac, internet, sleeps 7 Low $1500/High $2400 Jersey Cape Realty 739 Washington Street, Cape May (609) 884-5800 • jerseycaperealty.com 919 McCullum St., Cape May - New Construction, Sleeps 10, Front Porch, Back Deck, BBQ, WiFi, Close to Beach $2650 per week

400 Adriatic Ave., North Cape May- 3 BR, 2 Full BA, A/C, washer/dryer, outdoor furniture. Close to beaches. $1,100 a week.

1351 C Illinois Avenue, Cape May 8 Blocks to Beach, C/A, Screened Porch Sleeps 5, $850per Week All Processing Fees Waived for Active Military

Theresa Senico, Apex Realty, 2505 Bayshore Road, Villas, NJ 08251 (609) 408-4655 • www.theresasenico.com

Darcy Dickenson, Cape May Realty 311 Pittsburgh Avenue, Cape May 609-602-4122 • www.capemayproperty.net

403 Madison Ave., Cape May - 3 BR, 2 BA rancher, sleeps 6, w/d, a/c, 4 blocks to beach. $750 - $1450/week. ID#80079

432 W Perry, Cape May 2 Bdrm, 1 Bath, Sleeps 6 $900 - $1500

1608 Maryland Ave., Cape May - 4 BR, 3.5 BA, contemporary home with oceanview deck 2 blocks to beach, w/d, a/c, sleeps 16 $2,600 - $5,900/week. ID#6059

1007 New Jersey, Cape May 4 Bdrm, 2 Bath, Sleeps 8 $1800 - $3300

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

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

402 Gorham Avenue, North Cape May Year Round. $1,100 Month + Utilities 2 Bedrooms, 1 Bathroom. No Pets.

105 Yale Avenue, Cape May Point 2 bedroom, 1.5 bath, sleeps 5. Close to beach. $1200-$1500/week

842 West Rio Grande Ave, Shaw Crest Summer Season Rental Sleeps 4, $7,000

109 W. Grant, West Cape May 4 bedrooms, 2.5 baths, sleeps 12. Only 2 blocks to beach! $2800-$4300/week

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

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


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

Established July 4, 2003, proudly inspired by the late, great Pennywise magazine. Exit Zero Publishing is owned by Jack Wright and Jason Black. We also publish high-quality books as well as this fine periodical. Telephone: (609) 770-8479 Fax: (609) 770-8481 E-mail: info@exitzero.us Website: www.exitzero.us Mailing address: 109 Sunset Boulevard Suite D, Cape May, NJ 08204 Editor/Publisher: Jack Wright, jack@exitzero.us Advertising Manager: Jason Black, jason@exitzero.us Staff Writers: Kate Chadwick, kate@exitzero.us Diane Stopyra, diane@exitzero.us Arts Editor: Tom Sims Photographers: Aleksey Moryakov, Sandy Maloney, Gabi Urda Graphic Artist: Doree Bardes Distribution People: Stephanie Grubb, Amy Wingate, Evangeline Wentletrap Columnists: Catherine Dugan (activities), David Gray (Old Fogey) Labeler: Mary Smith Every Thursday, Exit Zero is delivered to around 300 places. Get it delivered to your home in a plastic mailer. It’s $50 for 47 B&W issues, plus five in color. Call (609) 770-8479 to subscribe. DOWNTOWN CAPE MAY Swain’s, Mariah’s, Guardian, Cape Savings Bank, Collier’s, All Irish Imports, Cape May Stage, Wilsey Realty, Pat Jackson Jewelers, Celebrate Cape May, Go Fish, Sea Weeds, Cape Orient, Fiber Arts Yarn Shop, By The Sea Realty, Oyster Bay, Cape May Welcome Center, Depot Market, Congress Hall, Victorious, Pink, Star Inn, Bayberry Inn, Bank of America, Victorian Hotel, SOMA Art Gallery, Magicbrain Cybercafé, Island Grill, Primrose, Center For Community Arts. WASHINGTON STREET MALL The Original Fudge Kitchen, Mary Ann’s, Dellas 5&10, Lace Silhouettes, Center City Mall, Casale’s Shoes, Free Shop, Happy Baby, Jackson Street Boutique, 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, 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, White Dove Cottage, The 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. EAST CAPE MAY Nature Center, Model Cleaners, Cape May Laundromat, Wawa, Coastline Realty, Cape Bookkeeping, Shear Sunsations, Rizzo Chiropractic, C-View Inn, Century 21 Gilmartin. WEST CAPE MAY VFW, Godmother’s, Cape May Bakers, Higher

Grounds, Tea By The Sea, Cape May Linen Outlet, Flying Fish Studio, CVS, Albert Stevens Inn, Weddings by the Sea, Kate’s Flower Shop, Seaside Cheese Company, 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. SUNSET BOULEVARD The Bird House of Cape May, Butterfly Tea Room, Cape May Wicker, The Exit Zero Store and Gallery, Accent on Beauty, Cape Winds Florist, Cape May Bird Observatory, Cape May Point Post Office, Sunset Beach Gift Shop. ROUTE 109 South Jersey Marina, Lobster House, Tony’s Marine Supply, Sea Gear Marine, Captain’s Cove, Cape May Whale Watcher, Lucky Bones, Tony’s Pizza, Cape May Antique Center. NORTH CAPE MAY Laundromat, North Beach Gym, Heart to Heart Flowers, Le Gates, Harpoon Henry’s, Mr. J’s Music Shop, Cape May–Lewes Ferry, Gorman’s, Hair Cuttery, Italian Affair, Cape May Veterinary. OFF THE ISLAND The Canyon Club, Harbor View Restaurant, Axelsson’s Blue Claw, Cape Liquors, Moose Lodge, Old Grange, Historic Cold Spring Village, Hawk Haven Vineyards. VILLAS Lower Township Construction, Lower Township Municipal, Apex Realty, Curl Up and Dye, Fish and Fancy, Villas Liquor, Snippers Salon, Jake’s Bar and Grill, Kiddie Closet, Cape Savings Bank, Cohwen’s Ink Emporium, Wawa, Wing It.


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