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Contents

July 2018

Jersey Girl

Contestants in the Miss New Jersey parade rode down the Boardwalk to cheers of "show us your shoes!" Photo by Bill Godfrey

Features 54 Eco-Friendly

56 #OCNJROCKS 58 The OC Bucket List 62 Look & Sea

In Every Issue

5 Letter from the Editor 52 Activity of the Month

Shore Eats 6 8 10 16 18

In the Kitchen Battle Milkshake Famished Foodie Sunday Girl Eats Dining Guide

Local Ocean

20 Adorable Creature

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20 21 22 24 28 32 34

Ocean City Workers Ocean City Girl The Interview Snapshots July Events It’s History Dana Sheppard

72 Word Search 73 Activities Guide

Services

76 Pets for Adoption 77 Services Guide 80 Real Tour

Shopping OC 36 38 44 42 44 50

The Look Must Haves Shop Guide Wards Pastry Cape Regional UC Ocean City Style

On The Beach

68 Book of the Month 70 Ocean’s Eleven Quiz

On the Cover July in OC means fireworks and Night in Venice parties. Artist Sue Rau perfectly combines the two for our brilliant colorful cover. Find Sue's work at the Fine Arts League, 711 Asbury.

From the Editor

Something New Yesterday I had a moment. It was fleeting, but ferocious in feeling – pure adrenaline mixed with excitement. And it all happened because the steps to City Hall were under construction. Thanks capital improvements. If it weren’t for the inability to access those steps, I wouldn’t Me and my three at the Miss New have had to think on my feet Jersey parade in June and push the boundaries of my imagination. But, when Mayor Gillian walked in to his office, gave me a warm greeting, and asked where we wanted to do the photo shoot we had planned… I pointed to the ceiling. “I want to go up there,” I said, with trepidation. “Let’s do it,” he said without hesitation and began to lead the way up. After two vertical climbs, we found ourselves standing above the town on the roof of City Hall grinning ear to ear. “Isn’t this cool,” he said. “I love the history of this building.” It was beyond cool, and once we made our way back down and I got into my car, I was buzzing from what I had just done. Find the photo on page 22. In this issue, in addition to The Interview with Mayor Gillian, you’ll find plenty of beach reads and things to do, including our book of the month pick, an Ocean City word search and trivia with some serious stump potential. We went arcading all day, battled it out with Avocado Toast between Jon and Patty’s and the new Soma Café, and went on a Boardwalk Blitz. See if your photo was taken in our Snapshots, and see if you know any of the Ocean City Employees featured. Shop our Must Haves, and read about trends in the donut world with Wards Pastry. There is so much packed into this issue, but I may be most excited for our first annual Ocean City Bucket List on page 58. We know there are hundreds and hundreds and things that could be included, so we decide to make it an annual feature starting now. Send your ideas to me at editor@ocnjmagazine.com. In the spirit of that list (and my City Hall experience), I challenge you to do something this summer you’ve never done. Maybe it’s riding the Giant Wheel at Gillian’s Wonderland Pier, maybe it’s riding Playland’s Gale Force Coaster, or maybe it’s taking a surfing lesson, going fishing with your kids, taking a painting class at the Arts Center, or running your first 5k. There are so many moments waiting to be made here in Ocean City. Give your imagination a little push and see where it takes you. After all, isn’t that what summer is all about? Letting yourself get caught in the wave of freedom, salt air, and imagination that long days and nights allow. Catch those fireflies, blow those bubbles, and sink your feet into the sand. Summer is here.

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Shore Eats

In the Kitchen

Cone Appetit Creative hand held bites on the Boards By Sam Florio

"You can walk down the Boardwalk, eat, stop on the beach... it just works" - Susan Viscomi

ID you know that Ocean City is ranked in the Top 200 cities in the country as the Best Small Places for Business and Careers? The small business support is one of many reasons I absolutely love Ocean City. Almost every time you shop or eat Downtown or on the Boardwalk, you are supporting families directly. And most of the time, the hard-working, creative owners are the ones handing you your food, or ringing you up at the register. This is why I was thrilled to be in the kitchen with Susan and Gregg Viscomi of Cone Appetit at

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1136 Boardwalk. Cone Appetit is, to quote their slogan, “American Comfort Food in a cone.” Susan and Gregg kindly opened up Cone Appetit just for me on a sunny afternoon, and were smiling happily when I arrived at their spot. Maybe due to the fact that they make a Philly favorite, the cheesesteak, warm comfort foods like macaroni and cheese, and dessert cones literally covered in nutella, I felt an instant bond with Susan and Gregg. As someone who graduated college and has since only worked for small businesses, I felt really excited to watch them create their innovative food and live out their dream. Tired of the corporate world, Gregg

and Susan knew that their love for food (and each other), could take them farther than an office. “It just made sense,” Susan said. “You can walk down the Boardwalk and eat, stop on the beach and say hi to a friend. Gregg is so creative. It just works!” While they prepped for the cones they were going to make, Susan made me feel right at home (a theme I am recognizing with each of these OC restaurant owners). I dropped my backpack by the soda machine and leaned against the counter with my notebook, chatting with her while she grabbed the components for

the first bread cone – Philly cheesesteak. I know all of you readers out there have specific opinions on the perfect cheesesteak and I am here to tell you not to worry. Susan has done this Philly favorite justice. I'm from Philadelphia, and while Susan was laying that thin-cut steak on the hot grill, I learned I currently live down the street from where she grew up. It was then I realized I could trust this Jersey-Boardwalk girl with my beloved cheesesteak. She chopped the thin slices on the grill, and as they cooked through, she layered the steak with American cheese. “No whiz, here!” Susan pointed out while tossing everything together. “I wanted no whiz, and to add American cheese for our cheesesteak. It goes great with our secret sauce which I will be putting on here in a minute,” she said. Naturally, I pressed for any secret sauce information I could get, but Susan stayed tightlipped. “It wouldn’t be a secret if I told you! But it makes the cheesesteak, I promise.” She grabbed a fresh, hot cone and started to fill it with the cheesy steak mixture. “Okay, let’s talk about the nub,” she said. I looked questioningly at Susan. She explained that the “nub” is the very bottom of the cone where the bread wraps tightly and forms a little, pointed, well, nub. “The nub is the BEST part,” Susan smiled. “I always make sure I get every element into the nub. It is the final bite of the cone, so it has to be awesome.” With a chock-full bread cone, and Philly cheesesteak filling overflowing, Susan did a last little

squeeze of secret sauce. “Are you ready? This will be our first cone of the summer! You’re trying the very first one.” Humor and excitement to eat aside, I felt honored. To be in the kitchen with two hard working people with smiles on their faces, who are basically my neighbors, excited for the impending crowd of summer, smelling a Philly cheesesteak (in a cone of bread)... felt right. And so did my first bite. The secret sauce, American cheese and hot Philly steak, mixed with their fresh bread cone, is a delicious bite. The bread of the cone itself is perfect. It isn’t too doughy or soft or too crispy. The dough is thin enough but it doesn’t get soggy as you take your time walking the Boardwalk, eating from the top of the cone all the way to the nub. It is a fresh dough, tossed in the fryer and spun quickly for about 30 seconds each to order. The cone comes out a deep golden brown, ready to house whatever concoction Gregg will think up next. As Susan tossed up the ingredients for the buffalo chicken cone, I asked Gregg where he gets his ideas. “I love cooking. I think of it like Elvis. He didn’t write any of his songs, but he made the music his own. When you think of Blue Suede Shoes, you think of Elvis’ version. That is how I feel about classic comfort foods. I wanted them to feel familiar, but with our twist,” he said. “I do have a test-kitchen scenario,” he continued while Susan stuffed a bread cone with buffalo chicken and garnished with blue cheese. She laughed and added, “He will be taking the trash out and end up bringing in five people! And we start making cones! We try to test our new ideas to see what people like.”

Gregg even has an Elvis tribute cone on the dessert menu filled with peanut butter, banana, bacon and drizzled with chocolate. Although stuffed with Philly cheesesteak and buffalo chicken, I was ready to make room for dessert. “Oh! I have to make you the Nutella Cone. And again, the nub!,” Susan exclaimed after learning about my wicked sweet tooth. She grabbed a fresh-made cone and painted the inside with gobs of nutella. It lightly melted against the cone’s edges, ready to glue the fresh berries to its soft-yet-crispy insides. Susan stuffed the cone with fresh strawberries, blueberries and bananas. As it towered with warm berries, she dusted the cone in a snowfall of powdered sugar. The bread cone balances the sweetness of the powdered sugar and nutella, and the berries make it tart, light and fresh. Susan and Gregg at Cone Appetit are so creative, and their food is delicious. Their bread cones even comes with a free side – the sound of the ocean in the background. The experience is fun, and the cone is easy to eat while you enjoy the rest of your time on the Boardwalk. You even have a free hand to snap a selfie! This weekend, head up to the Boardwalk, grab a bread cone at Cone Appetit, and continue to support all of the small-business dreamers in Ocean City! Just remember, you are basically standing at the entrance of 100 family kitchens, and all you have to do is take your pick.

Shore Eats

Battle Avocado Toast

Fresh, simple and satisfying!

Tasty, smooth and comforting!

The craziest thing happened to me the other day. I was hungry so I strolled into Jon and Patty’s Bistro and ordered the avocado toast. Next thing I knew, I was sitting at my dining room table with a stylish beard, eating the toast and sipping on charcoal lemonade… Crazy weird, right? Okay, so that’s not exactly what happened. I’ve never had avocado toast before. It just seemed too plain and too, well, trendy. But the food fanatics behind the scenes at Jon and Patty’s flipped that right on its head. Their avocado toast was a piece of thick crusty roll, topped with a ton of fresh avocado that filled in the bread like a boat, slices of red onion, plump

While avocado toast and coffee has quickly become my favorite breakfast, I promise not to post any Instagram pics. I know some think avo toast is “over” (air quotes) but I don’t care. I eat my avocado toast like a badge of empowerment and I want the whole world to know that SOMA Café serves up a fine avo toast. I can’t help it if I’m hooked on this simple yet tasty, smooth and comforting dish. The toast at Soma is ridiculous. I may go there every day and eat it. Owner Sam Freda suggested I try the loaded avocado toast consisting of avocado, feta and cherry tomatoes

She Said tomatoes, and thick creamy slices of fresh mozzarella. It was generously drizzled with a tangy balsamic reduction. The bite was so flavorful - the rich avocado paired well with the creamy cheese, fresh tomato and onion and sweet glaze. You’re thinking of Irish Goodbyeing me here and getting some aren’t you? I don’t blame. It’s worthy. But before you go I’ll say that the bite reminded me of a caprese salad only better because there was bread in place of lettuce. Hey, I’m Italian, bread is a food group. The toast comes with two fried eggs and a side of fruit salad. You won’t be hungry after this meal.

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He Said on whole wheat toast with almond butter served open faced. Yes, I said almond butter. And it was this simple ingredient that made my heart sing. Not only is almond butter a better food choice – more fiber, less saturated fat – but it also tastes better than peanuts. The delicate spread of almond butter on the crunchy toast perfectly complimented the tangy tomato and rich feta and made this one tasty, savory sweet meal. They also serve another version with Himalayan pink salt and bee pollen.

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Shore Eats

Famished Foodie

BOARDWALK BLITZ

The Famished Foodie chooses the road less taken on his latest adventure

F YOU’RE like me you’re a creature of habit, I like things comfortable and I like routine. I drive the same roads and I eat the same foods. Until now. I give credit for my expanded gastro comfort zone to Pepper Potts, my fabulous partner in super-heroing. We were headed to the OC Boardwalk on a fine spring evening and I was expecting to go somewhere we always go. But no she said! “Tonight we close our eyes, throw a dart and see what happens!” Said the unflappable Ms. Potts. “In fact, we will eat at several different new places just so we can experience a fuller appreciation of this wonderful Boardwalk.” And who was I to argue? So we parked near 12th Street, walked onto the Boards and headed south where we promptly discovered Blue Cactus, an enchanting eatery we’d never sampled. So in we strode. If first impressions count, then I’m impressed. Even though I’m a wealthy American business magnate and ingenious scientist by day and

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armor-wearing superhero by night, Pepper and I walked in rather meekly, not knowing what to expect. But we got a warm welcome from Marley Stokes (best name of the decade and the owner’s daughter) and knew we’d found a winner. The menu is Mexican-themed so we ordered a chicken guma pie (which is sorta like an empanada) and a carnitas taco. The guma pie came with this amazing dipping sauce. “A guma pie has a meat, some vegetables and a little spice and we make the sauce fresh everyday – it’s sour cream and salsa. The salsa we make fresh every day too. And that taco shell – we make that fresh every day too. We put a tortilla in a fryer and it comes out delicious.” What a full flavor on that guma pie! Rich and deep, and dare I say it – a bit smoky (damn you Rachel Ray!). It was properly prepared (crunchy

yet also soft) with just the perfect amount of spicy bite. And that mild burn on the back of the tongue – delightful. I thought the freshness was outstanding and everything was properly seasoned “For people who are shy about too much spice, this is the perfect bite. It’s just spicy enough,” said Pepper. There are plenty of seats in the back, the music was good, the atmosphere was enjoyable and we’ll definitely go back. We actually considered abandoning the rest of our adventure and settling in for a feast of Mexican, but that would have been too easy! So off we went, this time, north. Pepper and I like the “Ocean City Employees” feature in this mag, and we’d seen Gus Kazakos from Opa Gyros and Crepes featured in the June issue, so we decided to check him out. We found Gus and his magnetic personality waiting for us as we walked in. We knew we had to try a gyro but Pepper isn’t a big fan of the traditional lamb so we decided on the chicken pita. Covered in refreshing tzatziki and filled with a fresh combo of lettuce tomatoes and onions,

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this pita just exploded with deliciousness. This is not a spicy dish but it was definitely full flavored. I thought the chicken might be overwhelmed by the yogurt tzatziki sauce, but each ingredient got to show its style and Pepper and I destroyed it in record time. The guma pie and the pita had left Pepper and me craving a bit of sweetness so Gus, who, besides the delicious food, is a good reason to visit Opa, suggested a crepe. “Our crepes are one of the best things you can eat because it’s made right in front of you so you know what you’re eating. Everything is fresh and warm and hot and fresh with the fruit and the chocolate…” Gus wasn’t kidding. The light and fluffy creation – we ordered nutella with strawberries and bananas – was just as Gus advertised; fresh and delicious with a combination of flavors that hit every taste bud on the way to my belly. Satisfied that our journey had opened new taste frontiers for us, we decided we needed one more element to make the night complete… candy. And since we were on a mission to experience new things, we headed to the newest candy shop on the Boardwalk; Jilly’s Candy Factory. This place is new, really new – they opened at the end of May – and is the brainchild of Jilly’s two children, Jody and Randy Levchuck (yes there really is

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Feast Coast

Clockwise top left: The Guma Pies at Blue Cactus; The Chicken Pita at Opa; Candy apples from Jilly's; Gus from Opa; Jody and Randy Levchuck from Jilly's Candy Factory.

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Famished Foodie

a Jilly). We could barely contain ourselves as we sauntered in; candy of every variety everywhere. To try and capture everything that was there would be difficult. Fudge, salt water taffy, candy apples, so many items. But the whole vibe was special – the music, the décor, the custom-made train set – it’s a feast for the eyes, ears and taste buds. “I’m really a 41-year-old 10-year-old,” said Jody in one of my favorite quotes of the decade. “I think about the parents. I wanted this to be kid-tested, mother-approved. That was the dynamic I used for this store. If this is for kids, the parents have to be welcomed too. So I put a lot of thought about what would be cool with me if my daughters dragged me into a candy store.” I dove in with a slice of salted caramel fudge which made me ten years old again. It was creamy and sweet and rich with the perfect thick texture. “To open this store on a Boardwalk with five really great candy stores – at least five – and to capture the attention of candy aficionados, that feels really good. We’re gonna keep at it." We walked out with chocolate covered Swedish fish (not my usual go-to candy but very fresh and tasty). As well as star-and-moon gummy bears and crunchy gummy bears too (with candy sprinkles stuck to them). My only regret is walking out without a candy apple, but it’s a reason to return. If there’s a moral to be gleaned from our food adventure it’s that the most exciting adventures are the ones that take you to new places. So next time you’re on the Boards, seize opportunity and take a walk on the wild side. “You never know who you’re going to meet or what you’ll experience” said Pepper.

Two of the fudge flavors at Jilly's Candy Factory.

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Shore Eats The Dining Guide BURGERS l FRIES l CHEESESTEAKS Del’s Oceanside Grill Menu is time-tested and sure to please adults and kiddies alike. 934 Boardwalk, 399-3931. Flippers Grill Outside at Port-O-Call Hotel. Burgers, etc. 1510 Boardwalk, 399-8812. Jilly’s Ice cream and fries... best day ever! Ice cream, 1172 Boardwalk. Fries, 1034 Boardwalk. BREAKFAST l LUNCH I SWEETS A La Mode Fresh, homemade ice cream. 55th & West, 398-2207. Aunt Betty’s Ice Cream Shack Seriously fresh ice cream. Even treats for your doggies. 2100 Asbury; 40th & West. 398-4001; 3984005. Barefoot Market Scones, bread, coffee, artisan lunches. 241 West, 399-0221. Brown's Restaurant Hot donuts daily, awesome breakfasts. 110 Boardwalk, 976-3825. Christine's Italian Pastry Shoppe Custom cakes, delish pastry, gluten free options. 314 Tilton, 646-5666. CJs Corner Grill Creative and tasty plates for breakfast and lunch. 701 Shore, Somers Point. 927-4701. Johnny B Goode Waffles, ice cream, family entertainment. 14th & Asbury, 525-0646 & 34th & West, next to Hoy’s, 525-0648. Johnson’s Popcorn One whiff of this corn a cookin, and you'll be hooked. 1368 Boardwalk, (800) 842-2676. Open year round. Mallon’s Sticky Buns Fresh, gooey buns. 1340 Bay Avenue, 399-5531, 410 55th Street, 399-7220. Ocean City Coffee Company The perfect cup of coffee. 9th & Boardwalk, & 1066 Boardwalk, 917 Asbury, 399-5533. Open year round.

Positively Fourth Street Breakfast and lunch. Dinner in season. Innovative dishes. 400 Atlantic, 814-1886.

Emily’s Ocean Room Cafe High tea all summer, breakfast and lunch year round. 11th & Boardwalk, 398-5700. Open year round.

Wards Pastry Butter cookies, sticky buns, scrapple pie. 730 Asbury, 399-1260. Open year round.

Hula Restaurant and Sauce Company Tasty Hawaiian cuisine. We love the Firecracker Shrimp. 940 Boardwalk, 399-2400.

Yoasis Try the Cookie Monster. 838 Asbury, 525-2100.

Ivy Pho Vietnamese cuisine by Chef Bryan. 403 E. 14th Street, 609-938-4292.

Yoasis Beach Bowls Fro yo, acai bowls, pitaya bowls, smoothies. 1242 Boardwalk, 938-0898.

Jay’s Crabshack 737 Asbury, 399-4022. Open year round.

Starbucks 1061 Asbury, 938-6905.

Jon & Patty’s Healthy, creative bistro fare. New second floor seating. 637 Asbury Avenue, 399-3377. Open year round.

Starfish Cafe Unprocessed, organic ingredients locally sourced when possible. 822 E. 9th Street, 609-432-2686. Uncle Bill’s Pancake House Legendary breakfasts, lunches. 2112 Asbury, 40th & West, 398-7393. Open year round. PIZZA l BREAD l ROLLS

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6th Street Pizza Salads, apps, pizza, sandwiches. Credit cards accepted. 600 Boardwalk, next to Gillian's, 609-525-0022.

Oves Restaurant Fresh seafood dinners, homemade apple cider donuts. 4th & Boardwalk, 398-3172.

Bennie’s Bread and Italian Market Fresh bread, pastries, brick oven pizzas, sandwiches, and tomato pie. 1159 Asbury, 398-9450. New location at 4th & Ocean.

Red’s Jersey-Mex Superior Mexi/Southwest food. Gluten-free menu. 11th & Haven, 399-2272.

Kirk’s Pizza Amazing steak sandwiches. 44 Route 9, Marmora. 390-1845.

Spadafora's Restaurant & Clam Bar Famous dockside fresh local flavor. 843 Atlantic, 398-6154.

Manco & Manco Pizza Three locations on the Boards. 7th, 9th, and 12th Streets. 3992548.

Spadafora's Seafood Market Large, fresh selection of takeout fish and shellfish. 932 Haven, 398-6703.

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16th Street Seafood Take out platters, fresh seafood market. 1555 Haven, 399-0016.

Adelene Serving breakfast and lunch daily. Gorgeous beachfront space. 1510 Boardwalk, 800-334-4546. Cousin’s Varied and sophisticated menu. Outside dining, catering too. 104 Asbury, 399-9462. Crab Trap Seafood, prime rib, steak and pasta dishes. 2 Broadway, Somers Point, 927-7377.

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Mildred's Strathmere Restaurant Italian specialties, seafood. 901 Ocean Drive, Strathmere 263-8203.

Tuckahoe Inn Back Bay Cafe with live music, Boat Bar. 1 Harbor Road & Route 9, Beesley’s Point, 390-3322. Open year round. Voltaco’s Everything Italian. Sandwiches, dinners, sauces. 957 West, 399-0753. Yianni's Cafe Hot Bagels and More Greekinspired dishes. Two locations. 841 Asbury & 1735 Simpson, 391-1113.

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On their breeding grounds in eastern and east-central North America, you’ll most often find Baltimore Orioles high in leafy deciduous trees, but not in deep forests; they prefer open woodland, forest edge, river banks, and small groves of trees. They also forage for insects and fruits in brush and shrubbery. Baltimore Orioles have adapted well to human settlement and often feed and nest in parks, orchards, and backyards. On their winter range in Central America, Baltimore Orioles occupy open woodlands, gardens, and shade-grown coffee and cacao plantations. They frequently visit flowering trees and vines in search of fruit and nectar. Baltimore Orioles eat insects, fruit, and nectar. The proportion of each food varies by season: in summer, while breeding and feeding their young, much of the diet consists of insects, which are rich in the proteins needed for growth. In spring and fall, nectar and ripe fruits compose more of the diet; these sugary foods are readily converted into fat, which supplies energy for migration. - allaboutbirds.org

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>>>>•<<<< OCEAN CITY EMPLOYEES Sam Florio interviews a few hard workers around town Robert McNeill,

7th & 11th Street Bikes

Do you always spend your summer in Ocean City? I've been vacationing here in the summers with my family basically since I was born. This is my 10th summer with 7th & 11th Street Bikes. Favorite food on the Boardwalk? I love everything at Oves. But I love their breakfast. My favorite is a pork roll egg and cheese with home fries. What do you do after work? I go right from work to the beach every day. I paddleboard mostly, and play a lot of pick up basketball. Cats or dogs? Dogs. But we have a cat. He is cute and his name is Tigger (but I still like dogs!). What TV show are you binging? The Office! It’s like my favorite show, and I am rewatching it again on Netflix. 20 OCEAN CITY MAGAZINE JULY 2018

Allie Petracci,

How long have you been working here? This is my second year working in Ocean City. I live in the Dominican Republic

How long have you been working here? Two summers, since The Wear House opened. When I showed up everything was in boxes.

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Are you in school? I just finished my first year at Villanova. What are you studying? I'm in the business school. I’m pretty sure I'll be doing accounting or finance.

Luis Bolanco,

when it is not summer here.

Are you in school? Yes. In my country, I am in school. I'm studying dentistry, because I would love to be a dentist. I will be the first one in my family! What do you like to do in Ocean City? I often miss the beaches in the Dominican Republic, so I love to sit somewhere here on the Boardwalk and hang out. I like to just rest and drink coffee. What food do you miss most from home? Rice. I miss my mom’s rice, beans and chicken. Do you have any siblings? I have two brothers and one sister who are all older and married. But they also have kids, so I am an uncle to two nieces and three nephews. It's great.

The Wear House

Are you in school? Yes, in Pittsburgh. I go to Duquesne. I’m going into my senior year. What are you studying? Speech Language Pathology. I want to work with kids that have language disorders. Did you grow up here? Yes, I am from Egg Harbor Township. I used to come here when I was younger. Meeting up on the Boardwalk [with classmates] was the cool thing to do! I still love it. Best food on Asbury? Jon & Patty’s. The chicken salad sandwich on cranberry bread. It’s so fresh and good. May even get it for lunch today! Do you get all of your clothes here? Yes. Everything! I shop all the time. I could shop here all day.

In the Know with Ocean City Girl Happy Summer my beach bound buddies! Things in the OCNJ are in full swing and I hope you all are getting to enjoy every minute. With the season finally here and the sweet sounds of summer surrounding us I am so delighted to share this time with you. The entire town is truly captivating no matter where you are or choose to go. The joyful nature of it all just reaches out, grabs you and has you walking on air from one dreamy zone to the next. OCNJ is like no other that is for sure. So, are you ready? Let's get our iced coffee, shades, sunscreen and beach chair so we can get to this month's lucky questions. Do you want to provide next month's LUCKY question? Email me at editor@ocnjmagazine.com with what you want to know. You could get picked to be featured in a upcoming issue!

Dear Ocean City Girl, My family and I vacationed in your town last year and saw many people riding surrey bikes on the Boardwalk. We are returning again this year and would love to be able to go for a nice ride on the Boards as well. How do I go about doing this? Sincerely, Surrey at the Shore

Dear Ocean City Girl, I am going to be in OC soon for vacation with my girlfriend and want to take her out to a nice dinner one night while we are away. I was looking for someplace upscale and classy, but I'm not too sure of what options I have and was hoping you could help me out? Thanks, Looking to Impress

Dear Surrey, It's a great way to not only spend time together as a family, but get some exercise as well. There are designated bike paths along the length of the Boards for surreys and regular bikes. Surreys are permitted to ride between 6th and 12th streets on the Boards with larger ramps to enter and exit at 6th, 8th and 12th Streets. Those three areas also have the most room for the surreys to turn around in as well. Regular bikes have access to the entire Boardwalk which runs from St. James Place to 23rd Street. Bikes in general are also only permitted to ride from 5am to Noon during the summertime and all day long during the rest of the year. Now, as far as renting them, there are many rental places through out the town and some rent both bikes and surreys while some are just bikes. For surreys you can rent from one of the locations closest to the ramps for the Boards. You could try Oves Bike Rentals at 4th and the Boardwalk; Ocean City Bike Center at 8th and Atlantic; Bob's Bike and Surrey Rental at 13th and the Boardwalk behind Bob's Grill or Surf Buggy at 12th and the Boardwalk behind Jilly's Arcade.

Dear Looking, I have a few ideas starting with Cousin's Restaurant at 104 Asbury. They serve Italian and seafood plus have also added organic and gluten free to their menu options. Next up is Emily's Ocean Room located inside The Flanders Hotel at 11th and Ocean Avenue. They offer a gorgeous dining room as well as secluded seating area perfect for that quiet romantic-table-inthe-corner kind of night. Finally I can suggest The Sindia Restaurant located at 801 Plymouth Place on the corner where Atlantic and Plymouth meet. For dinner you can choose from seafood, steak or retro meals like chicken and waffles or Philly cheesesteak stuffed peppers. Plus you can sit either inside the dining room, outside on the lower level or outside on the second floor terrace. Bon Appetit!

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The Interview Mayor Jay Gillian talks elections, parenting, inspiration and challenges What is your day to day like? I get up and check emails to see what is going on around the city. I text my guys any problems I see. I also repair the rides at Wonderland, so I’m all over town.

REVAILING in the elections once again, Jay Gillian returns to the Mayor’s office at City Hall for another term. The man is a whirlwind of activity – with running the city in addition to one of the Boardwalk’s two amusement parks, he rarely knows rest. But he does it because he loves this place he calls home, knowing that all of his work helps make Ocean City the family resort you know it to be. How long have you been mayor? What initially brought you into politics? I’ve been mayor for eight years. My father was the former mayor and city commissioner. I was on the school board in 2002 and just loved giving back to the community. It's how I was brought up and has been very enjoyable. What is your mission for the community as your time in office continues? Maintaining infrastructure that needs to be fixed. You have to keep up the infrastructure of a city and spend the taxpayer money wisely, especially after Superstorm Sandy. It’s not just about paving roads – playgrounds, fields, municipal buildings, the Boardwalk. There is a lot in this eight mile island to keep an eye on. It is a tedious issue, but we are going to keep going after it. How was your experience in your third mayoral election? It was a fun challenge. I take them all very serious. I run a clean campaign, based on solid issues and facts. I hope the taxpayers got the information that they needed and made the choice based on that information. I believe if you work hard and the taxpayers believe in what you’re doing they’ll vote you back in. What is your proudest accomplishment as mayor of Ocean City? Restoration of Peck’s Beach – a housing development on Fourth Street – and putting the city back together after Superstorm Sandy. People were displaced pretty far away, but still commuting here for school and work.

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What is your favorite part of the job? Meeting veterans. Having the opportunity to meet these people is really humbling. When I speak with veterans, hearing about what they sacrificed makes me feel not worthy sometimes. My dad was in the Korean War, my grandfather was in, and my Uncle Bobby flew fighter jets in Vietnam – I’ve been around it, but when you actually start meeting people, you realize what great people they are. Yet they don’t beat on their chest and it's a wonderful thing. The American Legion VFW here really takes care of them. Talking to them has made me a better person. What is a cool benefit of being the mayor? As a mayor, I can actually marry people in New Jersey. I’ve married at least 130 couples. I married my stepson last year and my son this year. It is nerve wracking, but it’s the happiest I’ve seen some people, and that is really neat to be a part of. What are the challenges of being a mayor? Government regulations. New Jersey as a state is way over regulated. Things you think should be easy to get done are painstakingly hard due to the regulations. It costs the taxpayers money and jobs. Who is your inspiration? My parents and grandfather. Their humbleness and love for the community and family just keeps me going. You always want your parents to be proud of you, but for the positions I have come to fill it has extra weight to it. What hopes do you have for your children? In this day and age, just to be happy. I just want them to live each day the best they can. I hope they are not mean to other people and stay off their phones. You always think there is going to be tomorrow, but I want them to appreciate each day. What is a more challenging job – parent or mayor? Parent. Some people want to be buddies with their children, but you have to be a parent. You can fail at it and should – because that is how you learn to do it – but parenting is the most important thing you can do. - Text by Nick Matousch. Photo by Stef Godfrey.

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Local Ocean Snapshot

Wonder Bear's Birthday

Clockwise from top: Landi Bear, Wonder Bear, John Willman, Jackson Massey, Juliana Massey, Max Black, Loretta Black, Arianna Massey, Evelyn Tamanini & Noah McLean; Michaelina Choy, Charlotte Choy, Rose Choy & Liz Perry; Landi Bear & Wonder Bear; Reed Jacobson, Scarlet Jacobson, Pierce Jacobson, Lily Jacobson & Walker Jacobson; Michael Schaible, Skylar Schaible, Felicia Paton, Liam Schaible & Claudia Schaible; Jackson Buchinsky, Ella Minton, Taylor Vanbuskirk, Maddie Minton, Sierra Sanders, Brayden McGowan, Bella Buchinsky & Addy McGowan. Photos by Terri Carrelli. 24 OCEAN CITY MAGAZINE JULY 2018

Barks on the Bay

Clockwise from top left: Jane Federowicz with her dog Dublin & Faith Byrne with her dog Cooper; Sophia Amoroso, Aurora Amoroso & Lilyanna Amoroso; Kathy Wheatcroft & Jim Wheatcroft; Colin Koehler & Richie Koehler; Allison Newkirk, Gwynne Newkirk-Sitron, Aaron Sitron & Keir Newkirk-Sitron; Aoife Freeman & Oona Freeman with Jasper the dog. Photos by Terry Carrelli.

Local Ocean Snapshot

Clockwise from top: Jordan Good & Lauren Marks; Iylah, Kristen, Bernie & Norah Carrozza; Zayn Makki & Daniel McCabe; Scott, Jared, Jillian & Adam Wallower; Tori Scull & Jocelyn Adler; Landyn, Kylee & Ryan Wenig. Photos by Kerri Janto.

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On the Beaches

Clockwise from top: Aaron Carter, Emily Willis, Lindsey Cole, Jackie Giordano, Delaney Rodgers & Jake Akers; Jim, James, Owen & Susan Janison; Alexa Fiorilla & Robert Faccenda; Carter, Savannah & Graham Toth; Dorothy Rose & Kate Rusk; Mary Holdsman, Hope Bizal & Kathy Holdsman. Photos by Kerri Janto. 27

Local Ocean July Events HISTORIC TOURS Thursdays from 2-4pm, pick-up at 7th & Central Avenue.

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The Farmers Market

THROUGHOUT JULY

OCEAN CITY POPS ORCHESTRA Performances at the Music Pier.

EVERY TUESDAY

FUNTASTIC TUESDAYS 10am-1pm on Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors. MUMMERS NIGHT Strutting 7-9pm on the Boardwalk, 6th-14th streets. Sponsored by Shirt Shack, Preps, Ocean Treasures, Henry’s Fine Jewelry. BEACH WALKS South End location: 59th Street & Central Avenue (Entrance to Corson’s Park) - Tuesdays 9am, Wednesdays 6:30pm. North End Location: OC/ Longport Bridge Parking Lot (Gardens Parkway) - Tuesdays 6:30pm, Wednesdays 9am. Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1, children $.50.

EVERY WEDNESDAY

BEACH WALKS South End Location: 59th Street & Central Avenue (Entrance to Corson’s Park) - Tuesdays at 9am, Wednesdays at 6:30pm. North End Location: OC/Longport Bridge Parking Lot (Gardens Parkway), Tuesdays at 6:30pm, Wednesdays at 9am. Tickets may be purchased on-site. Adults $1. Children $.50 FARMER’S MARKET At the Tabernacle Grounds every Wednesday 8am-1pm. Crafters in the street at 6th and Asbury Avenue. Ends September 5. WACKY WEDNESDAY Wacky But Not Tacky events and contests that are fun for the entire family. 10:30am every Wednesday through August 29 at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.

WITH BROADWAY AND TV STAR MEGAN HILTY Megan Hilty is most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama “Smash.” She earned nominations for a Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and Drama League Award and won a Broadway.com Audience Award for Favorite Featured Actress in a Play. Showtime 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. Tickets: $60/$50/$40/$30. Call 609-3996111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE SERIES: ROALD DAHL’S WILLY WONKA TYA presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company. Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka TYA follows enigmatic candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest by hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Showtime 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 the day of. Visit oceancityvacation.com/ boxoffice.

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DAHL’S WILLY WONKA TYA presented by Ocean City Theatre Company. Roald Dahl’s Willy Wonka TYA follows candy manufacturer Willy Wonka as he stages a contest hiding golden tickets in five of his scrumptious candy bars. Showtime 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 the day of. Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

4 JULY 4 BIKE PARADE

Sponsored by the Gardens Civic Association. Registration 9am at the Longport Bridge parking lot. Parade at 10am.

4 JULY 4 BIKE PARADE

Sponsored by the South OC Improvement Association. Registration 9am at 40th & Asbury Avenue. Parade at 10am.

4 FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION

Kite flying competition at 7pm followed by entertainment. A spectacular Boardwalk fireworks display tops off the evening at 9pm.

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PIE EATING CONTEST Celebrate America with a good old-fashion apple and cherry pie eating contest. No hands allowed! Contest is free. Open to all ages. Limited to 150 participants. Start time 10:30am at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.

5 SAND SCULPTING CONTEST

Free registration. Begins at 9am at the 6th Street beach – the first one of the season. Judging takes place by 11am.

EVERY THURSDAY

MARKET DAYS 10am-1pm on Asbury Avenue. Entertainment, face painters, balloon sculptors.

Fourth of July

DISNEY IN CONCERT MAGICAL MUSIC FROM THE MOVIES Come be enchanted by Disney in Concert Magical Music from the Movies with the Ocean City POPS Orchestra, projected video clips from iconic Disney films, and four leading vocalists. 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace and Boardwalk. Tickets: $45/$35. Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or call 609-3996111. Presentation authorized by Disney Concerts © All rights reserved.

9 INDIGO GIRLS PLUS SPECIAL GUESTS THE WAR AND TREATY Ocean City fan-favorites make their return to the Music Pier for one night only. Celebrating over three decades of GRAMMY Award-winning folk rock music, the duo of Amy Ray and Emily Saliers, will be joined by up and coming roots duo, The War and Treaty. The concert begins at 7pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Boardwalk & Moorlyn Terrace. Tickets start at $47. For tickets, please visit Ticketmaster or call 1-800-745-3000. Produced by BRE Presents & Bob Rose.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE SERIES: JUNIE B. JONES A delightful adaptation of four of Barbara Park’s best-selling books presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company. It’s Junie B.’s first day of first grade, and a lot of things have changed for her: Junie’s friend, Lucille, doesn’t want to be her best pal anymore and, on the bus, Junie B. makes friends with Herb, the new kid at school. Showtime 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 the day of. Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

10-13 BROADWAY MUSICAL:

FAMILY NIGHTS Entertainment on the Boardwalk 7:30-9:30pm between 6th-14th streets. Sponsored by Shriver’s, Playland Castaway Cove, and Johnson’s Popcorn.

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A CHORUS LINE Presented by the Ocean City POPS and Ocean City Theatre Company. Memorable musical numbers include “What I Did for Love, “One,” “I Can Do That,” “At the Ballet,” “The Music and the Mirror,” and “I Hope I Get It.” July 10, 11 and 13

Plan Ahead

August

August 1 Twins Contest August 2-4 The 18th Annual Art of Surfing August 3-5 56th Annual Boardwalk Art Show August 9 109th Annual Baby Parade August 11 Miss Ocean City Pageant August 15 Hermit Crab Races August 19 Guts & Glory 5k Run/ Walk

WHAT’S HAPPENING AT THE COMMUNITY CENTER Ocean City Free Public Library Kids K-3: Master Magician Chad Juros July 3, 6:30-7:30pm. Master Magician Chad Juros – Watch him perform his special magic. For grades K-3 in Room 110 at 6:30pm

Free Books and Library Give-Aways. Open to all ages. For more information email or call: jbrown@oceancitylibrary.org or sara@ oceancitylibrary.org, 609-399-2434.

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Journey to Hogwarts - Summer Reading Book Club July 10 - Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone July 17 - Harry Potter and the Chamber of Secrets July 24 - Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban July 31 - Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire The Library is reading the Harry Potter series for its Summer Book Club. Every Tuesday at 6pm starting July 10 in room N116.

Monthly Exhibitions Michael J. brings his highly symbolic exhibit “Identity” to the Ocean City Arts Center, July 2 through July 31. His work is a social statement and features familiar portraits of icons, but with their faces removed. This is Michael’s first solo exhibit. He has participated in the Boardwalk Art Show for several years.

Classic Film Night July 2 - THE APARTMENT July 9 - THE PARENT TRAP 6-8pm. Free admission. In the Chris Maloney Lecture Hall.

Antiques and Collectibles Fair July 14. During the fair meet the curator for the

Ocean City Historical Museum

Grace Kelly Exhibit.

Beach Book Bash July 16 & 30 10am-2pm on the 14th Street Beach. Beach Tags Required. Celebrate Summer Beach Reading! Bring a book, pack a lunch, spend the day!

SUMMER CAMPS AT THE OCEAN CITY ARTS CENTER Many new camps ages 3 to 14. Teen and Pre-Teen Dance & Art Camps

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at 7:30pm, July 12 at 2pm. Hughes Performing Arts Center. Adult content so discretion is advised. Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

WACKY WEDNESDAY FRENCH FRY SCULPTING Use your creativity to shape and sculpt french fries into your very own unique masterpiece. Contest is free. Open to all ages. Start time 10:30am at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.

FRECKLE CONTEST Registration is free and begins at 5:30pm in front of the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. Contest starts at 6pm at the Music Pier.

THE PHILADELPHIA FLYERS COMMUNITY CARAVAN Community Caravan – a multi-stop family-fun series, is an initiative developed to grow the sport of hockey and support active lifestyles for youths across the Greater Philadelphia Region. Each stop of the Caravan’s schedule includes an inflatable rink hosting alumni-run scrimmages and skills competitions, inflatable games and activities, Flyers giveaways for fans of all ages, tailgate games, a bungee run, interaction with Flyers Ice Girls and Fun Patrol members, and more. Noon – 1pm. Basketball courts located at 6th and the Boardwalk.

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MASTER’S SWIM Registration 8am. Race 10am at Beach Patrol station, 34th Street and beach.

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CHEESE MAN AND OTHER FAIRLY STUPID TALES Presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company. Though the characters may be familiar, each of your favorite storybook fables is uproariously derailed in this adaptation. Showtime 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 day of. Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

WACKY WEDNESDAY DOUGHNUT ON A STRING EATING CONTEST Participants will need to eat an entire doughnut, no hands allowed, without letting it fall off the string. First to finish wins. Contest is free and limited to 150 participants. Open to all ages. Start time: 10:30am at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.

OCEAN CITY FISHING PIER OPEN HOUSE 6-8pm. The Ocean City Fishing Club is inviting shutterbugs and other visitors to tour its pier and clubhouse at 14th Street & Boardwalk. Visitors will also be able to make an optional donation of canned goods to support the Ocean City Food Cupboard.

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FEST Family friendly surfing competition for all ages with awards in each category. Register early as there are limited openings. Cost $40 ($45 day of ) $10 each additional heat. $25 additional for the after party/$30 day of. (No wave date: 7/21 & 7/22) For more information, call 717-243-7855 or visit www. chipmiller.org.

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LEGALLY BLONDE, THE MUSICAL Presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company - A fabulously fun award-winning musical based on the adored movie, Legally Blonde The Musical follows the transformation of Elle Woods as she tackles stereotypes and scandal in pursuit of her dreams. Action-packed and exploding with memorable songs and dynamic dances – this musical is so much fun, it should be illegal! This show features a cast of high school performers. Showtime 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. Tickets are $12-$15. Call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

CELTIC TENORS The only tenor group with a truly global audience, The Celtic Tenors will give you a night to remember. Whether playing a neighborhood cathedral or major concert halls in international cities like New York, Amsterdam or Shanghai, you are assured of a professional, sparkling and most of all, good humored performance. They genuinely love what they do and you’ll see that shine through in each rendition of beautiful Celtic songs, exhilarating classics, and popular contemporary songs. The Celtic Tenors, you’ll get more than a performance by world-class artists. You’ll enjoy an evening to savor and a night with tenors who despite their incredible success don’t take themselves too seriously! 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. Tickets: $35/$30/$25. Call 609-3996111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

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One Night… Two Shows – If the phrase “male a cappella group” conjures up an image of students in blue blazers, ties, and khakis on ivied campuses… think again. Straight No Chaser has emerged as a vocal phenomenon, building a reputation as an unforgettable live act, and with a sense of humor. The concerts begin at 5pm and 8:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Boardwalk & Moorlyn Terrace. Tickets start at $47.50. For tickets, please visit Ticketmaster or call 1-800-745-3000. Produced by BRE Presents & Bob Rose.

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SLEEPING BEAUTY A musical adventure presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company. 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 day of. Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

WACKY WEDNESDAY CHRISTMAS IN JULY Celebrate the Christmas holiday season in July with a special craft and a visit from Santa while he is in town on vacation. Dress in red and green to participate in a wacky Christmas meets summer fashion show. Contest is free. Limited to 150 participants. Open to all ages. Start time: 10:30am at the Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.

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INVITATIONAL RACES 34th Street beach, 6pm. Women representing the 15 beach patrols on the South Jersey coast will be competing in this annual invitational race.

THE AMERICANS AND PARIS Celebrate the 90th Anniversary of the incredible Ocean City POPS Orchestra with Conductor

David Wroe with Guest soloists Marissa McGowan and John Easterlin. American musical heroes such as Gershwin, Porter, Bernstein’s West Side Story, LeGrande’s “What are you doing the rest of your life,” “Gigi,” as well as the classic sounds of France with the Can Can, Moulin Rouge, Carmen, Waltzes, and much more. 7:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk. Tickets: $20/$18. Call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

27 2ND ANNUAL CHIP MILLER SKATE FEST Family friendly event at the Ocean City Skate Park with contest and complimentary refreshments. Cost $10. For more information, call 717-243-7855 or www.chipmiller.org.

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DORENBOS First 75 people 4:30pm at the Ocean City Music Pier. Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk - $20 per person. Call 609-399-6111 or visit oceancityvacation.com/ boxoffice.

27 AN EVENING WITH JON DORENBOS -

MAGIC, COMEDY & FOOTBALL After a sold out show in 2017 and 2018, Dorenbos is back! Philadelphia football fans can continue to celebrate the big win with veteran Eagles long snapper Jon Dorenbos at the Ocean City Music Pier. In the fall of 2016, Dorenbos impressed the judges of "America's Got Talent" with his mindblowing magic and uplifting stories. He started practicing magic at the age of 12 after a family tragedy tore his family apart. His show incorporates stories from his difficult childhood to successful football career with comedy and magic. Now, he is considered a "master magician" and earning the respect of top magicians everywhere. With a variety of magic tricks up his sleeve, this is one show you won't want to miss. Tickets $47, $37 & $32, visit www.oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice. Time: 8pm at the Ocean City Music Pier, Moorlyn Terrace & Boardwalk.

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The City’s annual boat parade is one of the largest in the world. Starts at the Longport Bridge to Tennessee Avenue along the bay. Fireworks display to follow parade. Start time 7pm. To register, visit www.ocnj. us/niv.

CHILDREN’S THEATRE SERIES: MISS NELSON IS MISSING Presented by the Ocean City Theatre Company. Miss Nelson can’t control her crazy classroom because she’s just too nice. But when she disappears, her replacement is the hard-as-nails, detention-loving, recess-canceling, homework-overloading substitute teacher Viola Swamp! Showtime 10:30am at the Ocean City Music Pier. Tickets are $10 in advance and $12 day of. Visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice.

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Local Ocean It’s History

1968 1968 By Fred Miller

Above: Reading the 84-page 1968 Ocean City Vacation Guide is like opening a time capsule and seeing what life was like in America’s Greatest Family Resort a half century ago. Right: Ocean City could be reached by automobile, train or airplane.

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ITH the Vietnam War as a backdrop, 1968 is a landmark year in American history. As the year began, 485,000 Americans soldiers were fighting in the war, as the year ended 30,000 had been killed. Included in that number were six from Ocean City: Willie E. Granger, John C. Martin, Michael Miley, Jon R. Morvay, Byron Nichols, and Robert A. Woodrow. Every night, Americans watched much of the carnage on television. Besides the war, people watched the assassinations of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and Robert F. Kennedy, and the rapidly growing anti-war sentiment in the country. A vacation in America’s greatest family resort was badly needed. The 84page Ocean City Vacation Guide told folks how to have a perfect vacation. An uplifting message from Mayor Robert L. Sharp, Commissioner David L. Simpson and Commissioner R. Robinson Chance Jr. was on page two: “Think of the most important days of your year – vacation days. Days to renew, refresh and recreate. Days to make all other days of the year easier, more pleasant, and more productive. That happens when you and those dear and near to you enjoy vacation days in Ocean City.” The guide book, published by Bolling Publishers under the auspices of the Ocean City Hotel, Motel & Restaurant Association, was filled with information including hotels, motels, apartment houses, guest homes, restaurants, and the many other attractions found in Ocean City. Ocean 17, a newly built 36 unit apartment building at 17th Street and the Boardwalk, advertised, “Come see. You’ll be amazed how economically the family can enjoy a week, a month or the whole summer at Ocean 17.” The center of the guide was a two-page spread advertising The Flanders Hotel: “Complete resort facilities for the entire family; tennis, shuffleboard, miniature

Hogate’s Seafood Restaurant reported there was seating available for 600 people. golf, supervised Day Camp, and private beach area with cabanas. Come to The Flanders to RELAX and enjoy your vacation.” Hogate’s Seafood Restaurant & Lobster Dock had a full page ad on inside of the back cover. Other restaurants included in the book were: Chatterbox, Simms’, Watson’s, and the many hotel restaurants. This caption was over a picture of the lifeguard corps in the guide book: “The Ocean City Beach Patrol with over 100 well-trained members is believed to be the second largest in the world and its safety record is most enviable.” On the back cover of the guide was a map showing how easy it was to reach Ocean City. The need for a vacation and uninterrupted succession of sunny, hot, dry days through July and August made the summer of 1968 the busiest in the history of the resort. Stanley Hurst, president of the Ocean City Chamber of Commerce, reported, “Business this season was a least 10 percent over that of 1966, which until now was acknowledged the best season.” Summer ended and it was back to reality for Americans. The year was summed up in an end-of-the-year editorial in the Ocean City Sentinel-Ledger. It began, “Despite continued prosperity, there are few Americans who will lament the passing of 1968, a year which has brought more frustration, tragedy and disaster than any year in recent memory.” It ended, “The dawn of 1969 must, almost certainly, be the dawn of better times, of solutions to some of the worst of the problems and an attack, at least on the rest.”

Top to bottom: The lifeguards were featured in the guide; the newly opened Ocean 17 had a full page ad in the 1968 guide book; Watson’s Restaurant was a popular eating place during the summer 1968.

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GLASS ARTIST DANA SHEPPARD By Lauren Avellino Turton. Photos by Stef Godfrey.

There’s something simply magical about art crafted with glass - the way it captures ambient light, reflects bold colors, and its ability to be molded and married together with other textures.

Creating unique pieces of art using glass is a passion for Ocean City artist, Dana Sheppard. “I’ve always been drawn to the arts and design,” she said. “I got my Bachelor’s degree in marketing from Bowling Green State University in Ohio, then went on to work in fashion merchandising.” Originally from Valley Forge, PA, Dana, and her husband of 30 years, Joe, fell in love with Ocean City and bought their first shore home soon after their marriage. “We scraped together every nickel and dime we could to buy a little cottage,” she recalled. “We would escape down here as much as possible. I was pregnant with my second child, driving back and forth for work, so my husband and I decided to go for it, and move here full time. It was the best decision we’ve ever made.” After she had her two children, she hadn’t gone back to work yet, and an opportunity opened up. “It was at least 20 years ago I took my first stained glass class at the Ocean City Arts Center, and I immediately loved the medium of glass,” she said. “So I took more and more classes, started buying glass, and was commissioned to create stained glass windows in homes all over the island and surrounding area.” Using leftover glass she had saved, Dana wanted to try her hand at mosaics. “I’d make wedding gifts for people, serving plates, even kitchen backsplashes,” she said. “Then I realized I

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was making negative five bucks an hour, and thought, ‘I can’t be a starving artist.’ My husband suggested my art was more of a hobby at that time, and I knew I had to return to work.” Dana went on to work at Avalon Flooring in home interior design and merchandising. In the meantime, her passion for glass art thrived, and it didn't go unnoticed. Her husband's friend, Paul Stankard, a famous paperweight artist, highly recommended she take classes in fusing glass. “I took his advice, and spent three years taking classes, and attending workshops and open studio days at Glass Underground Studio outside New York City. That's where I learned,” she said. Dana went on to study along the east coast, including a week-long event in Florida, and classes in Annapolis, Maryland. “There is so much to learn. Fusing is basically melting down glass,” she explained. “Then you can combine different colors, form it into a shape, put it into a mold, and make everything from bowls and serving platters to wall art. There are so many avenues to explore.” The art of kiln-formed glass is quite complicated, scientific even. “I’d like to say I’m self taught. With this past long, hard winter, I watched tons of tutorial videos online, and listened to podcasts,” she said. “You wouldn’t believe how meticulous you have to be. I write a kiln firing schedule for each piece. You have to consider the thickness of the glass, what type of edging you’d like, and it really is all about the temperature.”

Dana, who’s home-based studio includes a kiln in her garage, has taken tutorials on how to work it. “I’m firing it up to 1600 degrees, so I better know what I’m doing,” she laughed. “In all seriousness, though, you have to have just the right temperature, or the piece will bubble or crack. There’s definitely a learning curve here for me.” As Dana becomes more comfortable with the kiln, she continues to create beautiful, colorful pieces of glass artwork. “Lately I’ve been focusing mostly on wall art, and have been marrying glass with cut steel, or mounting onto driftwood. I like the modern look of mixed medium,” she said. “You’ll see my work reflects the atmosphere around me. My latest inspiration and theme is the ocean. I have been working with blues – aquamarine, turquoise, and lavender – to create pieces depicting waves. This is my favorite color palette, so I’m loving the color combinations. I’ve also been playing with sea life ideas, incorporating coral, sea grass, and fish, embracing where we live.” This past September, the Ocean City Arts Center featured Dana's work during its “Glass Act” show. “That was a wonderful opportunity. While it did take me out of my comfort zone, it also made me get my act together,” she chuckled. Currently her work is available at the Arts Center, located on the second floor of the Ocean City Community Center at 1735 Simpson Avenue, as well as the Ocean City Fine Arts League. The League is a coop of artists and volunteers who maintain the “Art on Asbury” gallery. Find it at 711 Asbury Avenue. Visit 918 Asbury, and you’ll find Dana in person at Hearth & Sole Garden & Art, a brand new venture this summer. “The shop features works by local artists, and there will be one section dedicated to my work,” she said. “It’s exciting! I’m finding myself, and it’s still kind of new, but I’m loving it!” When she’s not firing up the kiln, Dana is outside. “You’ll find me on the tennis court! Or walking my chocolate lab, and gardening too.”

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Steve Kiss is wearing a floral shirt by Captain Finn and black shorts by Hurley. Sunglasses by Sun Cloud. All items can be purchased at 7th Street. Photo by Sam Florio.

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2018 SEASON

Concerts

JULY 2 • 7:30PM • OPENING NIGHT WITH MEGAN HILTY Megan Hilty is most recognizable for her portrayal of seasoned triple-threat Ivy Lynn in NBC’s musical drama Smash. She has earned nominations for a Tony Award, Drama Desk Award and Drama League Award. Tickets $60/50/40/30. JULY 8 • 7:30PM • DISNEY IN CONCERT MAGICAL MUSIC FROM THE MOVIES Come be enchanted by Disney in Concert Magical Music from the Movies with the Ocean City POPS Orchestra, projected video clips from iconic Disney films and four leading vocalists. The Little Mermaid, Beauty and the Beast, Aladdin, The Lion King or Frozen. From a Mary Poppins medley to the Yo ho of Pirates of the Caribbean. Presentation authorized by Disney Concerts. All rights reserved. Tickets $45/35. JULY 10-13 • BROADWAY MUSICAL A CHORUS LINE is a stunning concept musical capturing the spirit and tension of a Broadway chorus audition. Memorable musical numbers include The Music and the Mirror and I Hope I Get It. Hughes Performing Arts Center, 6th Street and Atlantic Avenue. 7:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday. Thursday, 2pm. Tickets $30/25. JULY 15 • 7:30PM • CLASSICAL NIGHT FEVER Motor Booty Affair, a popular 70s disco/funk tribute band from the Northeast has recently introduced its new symphony pops show, Classical Night Fever, to rave reviews. Sponsored by the Masonic Club of Ocean City. Tickets $30/25. JULY 18 • 7:30PM • FASCINATING GERSHWIN Marvel at the extraordinary showmanship of pianist Joseph Joubert and Broadway voices! You will be marveling at those brilliant lyrics and reminiscing as you hear the gorgeous melodies, Fascinating Rhythm, The Man I Love, I Got Plenty O’ Nuttin’, I Got Rhythm, S’Wonderful, Summertime and more. Tickets $30/25 JULY 22 • 7:30PM • CELTIC TENORS The only tenor group with a truly global audience will give you a night to remember. They genuinely

love what they do and you’ll see that shine through in each rendition of beautiful Celtic songs, exhilarating classics and popular contemporary songs. Tickets $35/30/25 JULY 25 • 7:30PM • CONDUCTOR SPOTLIGHT CONCERT Celebrate the 90th Season of our incredible Ocean City POPS Orchestra as we put the spotlight on our future! Music will feature selections that highlight the iconic sounds of the POPS while featuring one of the candidates being considered for our Artistic Director. Concert details will be available on our website. Tickets $20/$18 JULY 29 • 7:30PM • JACKIE EVANCHO A worldwide sensation when she was only 10 years old, Jackie Evancho is moving past the exuberant promise of a child prodigy vocalist toward maturity as a singer and as a creative artist. Tickets $45/39/30. AUGUST 1 • 7:30PM • BERNSTEIN/ROBBINS: A CENTENNIAL CELEBRATION Composer Leonard Bernstein and director/choreographer Jerome Robbins are two of Broadway’s most legendary figures. Together-and separately-they helped bring the world West Side Story, On the Town, The King and I, Peter Pan, Fiddler on the Roof, Gyspy! and more. The show features a starstudded Broadway cast presented by Spot-On Entertainment. Tickets $25/20 AUGUST 5 • 7:30PM • TONY DESARE: FLY ME TO THE MOON WITH THE OCEAN CITY POPS BIG BAND Fly away to the moon and back with crooner and pianist extraordinaire, Tony DeSare, in a unique celebration of pop songs by Billy Joel, Elton John, The Bee Gees, Bruce Springsteen and a few select originals, plus the timeless songs of Frank Sinatra. Tickets $25/20 AUGUST 7-10 • BROADWAY MUSICAL DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST Broadway comes to the beach with this collaboration

between the Ocean City POPS and the Ocean City Theatre Company. Step into the enchanted world of Broadway’s modern classic-an international sensation that has played to over 35 million people worldwide in 13 countries. Hughes Performing Arts Center, 6th Street and Atlantic Avenue. 7:30pm Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday; 2pm Thursday. Tickets $30/25

SEPTEMBER 2 • 7:30PM • CLINT HOLMES LEGENDARY LAS VEGAS HEADLINER Every performance is an unforgettable experience as he performs selections from the GreatAmerican songbook, standards from Sinatra’s legendary repertoire, contemporary classics and stirring original music. Tickets $30/25

AUGUST 12 • 7:30PM • THE WONDERFUL MUSIC OF OZ L. Frank Baum’s classic novel, The Wonderful Wizard of Oz, took the world by storm upon its publication on May 17, 1900. Defy gravity and travel over the rainbow as we take a musical journey down the yellow brick road with a cast of New York’s top vocalists. Tickets $25/20

SEPTEMBER 5 • 7:30PM • CONDUCTOR SPOTLIGHT CONCERT Celebrate the 90th Season of our incredible Ocean City POPS Orchestra as we put the spotlight on our future! Music will feature selections that highlight the iconic sounds of the POPS while featuring one of the candidates being considered for our Artistic Director. Concert details will be available on our website. Tickets $20/$18

AUGUST 15 • 7:30PM • JERRY HERMAN BROADWAY LEGACY CONCERT Jerry Herman is a legendary songsmith and a master of the show tune. From Hello Dolly and Mame to Mack and Mabel and La Cage aux Folles, Jerry Herman has lit up Broadway for decades with toe-tapping, soul-stirring musical moments. A cast of New York’s top Broadway and concert vocalists-Tony Award winners and nominees-celebrate the songs and the stories of one of the giants of musical theater. Tickets $25/20

SEPTEMBER 8 & 9 • 7:30PM • UNDER THE STREET LAMP performs an electrifying evening of classic hits from the American radio songbook. You’ll hear Doo-Wop, Motown, old time Rock ‘n’ Roll and all of your favorite songs from The Drifters, The Beach Boys, The Beatles and a “show-stopping” salute to Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons! Tickets $45/39/30

AUGUST 19 & 22 & 29 • 7:30PM • CONDUCTOR SPOTLIGHT CONCERT Celebrate the 90th Season of our incredible Ocean City POPS Orchestra as we put the spotlight on our future! Music will feature selections that highlight the iconic sounds of the POPS while featuring one of the candidates being considered for our Artistic Director. Concert details will be available on our website. Tickets $20/$18

SEPTEMBER 12 • 7:30PM • LET’S MISBEHAVE A COLE PORTER REVUE CONDUCTED BY MAESTRO KEITH HODGSON The concert will take us to Paris in the 20s (Let’s Misbehave, Let’s Do It, What is This Thing Called Love?), celebrate the flair of the 30s (Anything Goes Medley, Born to Dance and Rosalie film music), the 40s (Kiss Me Kate Medley, Ev’ry Time We Say Goodbye) and the film music of the 50s. Tickets $20/18

AUGUST 26 • 7:30PM • AN EVENING OF SONG AND DANCE A Collaboration with the Atlantic City Ballet Founded in 1982 by International Ballerina Phyllis Papa. The Ocean City POPS and the Atlantic City Ballet will combine forces to celebrate music and dance with a focus on Swan Lake! Tickets $22/18

SEPTEMBER 16 • 7:30PM • OCEAN CITY WITH THE POPS Enjoy local talent from Ocean City performing with the POPS. This performance will feature local musicians and singers including students from the High School and Intermediate School. Tickets $20/18

FOR TICKETS AND INFORMATION, VISIT WWW.OCEANCITYVACATION.COM/BOXOFFICE OR CALL CITY HALL AT 609-399-6111 OR THE MUSIC PIER BOX OFFICE AT 609-525-9248

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August Heart 715 Asbury, 399-1565. Butterfly Boutique 1125 Asbury, 3910812. Cricket Box Your favorite store at the shore. 810 Asbury, 391-0055. Glazed Over 704 Asbury, 398-8880. P. Francis 846 Asbury, 399-5570. Spotted Whale Gift, home, coastal living. 943 Asbury, 840-6667. PET SHOP Animal House Everything for your pet including Made-in-the-USA products. 705 Asbury, 398-3771.

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N MANY ways, it would be difficult to find a business less trendy than Wards Pastry at 730 Asbury, a required stop for generations of visitors to America’s Greatest Family Resort. It's a bona fide classic. But some things, like the scrapple pie, do put it on trend. Walt Hohman has owned the bakery for about 30 years, although he’s worked there longer still, getting his start washing pans and cleaning floors when he was about 12 and his father ran the business. “My grandfather bought it in 1941 from Mrs. Ward. It was already established so they kept the name,” Walt said. His father took over the family business in time. While Walt worked a few other jobs in his life, he didn’t doubt he’d eventually don the apron and take up the business himself. “I enjoy making stuff. I like making things from scratch. I enjoy being part of the Downtown community. I get a kick out of it if I’m walking down Asbury Avenue and I see people carrying our bags,” he said. As the owner, Walt doesn’t only work on the doughnuts, cookies and cakes. He said he enjoys the chance to work on the building and the equipment, including the multiple machines at the bakery, like the commercial mixers that have been in use for decades. Most are from the 1960s, and will run forever if properly maintained, he said. He’s getting ready to replace the oldest machine, one his grandfather bought as World War II surplus. It still runs fine. Walt just wants to get a newer one that uses the same attachments as the others. “One of the cool things is we have an elevator and I know how to work on it and to maintain it,” Walt said. Most of the storage for the bakery is on the second floor, so the elevator gets used a lot. In a given summer week, Ward’s Pastry goes through more than a ton of flour, and hundreds of pounds of eggs to make those sweet treats. How not trendy are things at Wards? When he spoke with Ocean City magazine, he was set to remake a cake his grandfather baked 50 years ago. 46 OCEAN CITY MAGAZINE JULY 2018

TRENDS WARDSPASTRY Owner Walt Hohman

“We’ve always had a very strong secondhomeowner business. A lot of our regular customers make it a point to get their birthday cakes or wedding cakes here, even if the event is going to be held back home,” he said. In this instance, the customer brought in a photography of a Wards’ cake baked in 1968. “They have a 50th anniversary party coming up and my grandfather did their original wedding cake,” he said. Walt is going to replicate the cake for a party planned in West Chester. The three main categories for the bakery are cookies, doughnuts and cakes. “We do an awful lot of cookies,” Walt said. “I think they seem smaller so people think they’re healthier.” But Walt isn’t afraid to mix it up. His creation, a scrapple pie, was a big hit in previous summers, drawing attention from customers and media outlets locally and throughout the region. This will be the fourth

year for the sweet and savory pie. A lot of work went into the creation, Walt said. “Bacon was all played out. People had made bacon everything. So we figured we’d try scrapple,” he said. “I’ll tell you the research and development of that was fun. We made scrapple everything.” He zeroed in on what would eventually become the most popular new offering for the bakery in years. “We sell more scrapple pies than we do apple pies now,” he said. “It’s delicious. It tastes better than it sounds.” He crumbles cooked scrapple into a pie crust, then covers it with streusel crumbs and bakes, ending up with a sweet, salty and savory dish. “I think it’s perfect for a mid-afternoon snack,” Walt said. “It could do for breakfast. You could put syrup on it, kind of like wrapping sausage in a pancake.” Walt’s trying to catch lightning again, working on another treat he is keeping secret for now. He’s testing it out on his friends and the crew he goes off-roading with, but clams up when pressed for

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any kind of detail. “We have a new doughnut we’ve been working on. It’s going to be off the wall, really weird, but something fun,” he said. Walt hopes to unveil it by mid-summer. On a recent morning before the start of the season, a stream of customers came and went, but none left without exchanging some news or taking some time to talk with Walt or the staff members. Walt keeps Wards open through the winter, he wants to keep his good crew on, and he’s afraid that customers might find a different morning stop. “If they go somewhere else in the winter they won’t be there in the summer,” he said. Walt and his wife, Deneen have two grown sons, Mike, 25, and Chris, 23. Both are volunteer firefighters and have full time jobs away from the bakery. Both worked in the bakery for a while but haven’t chosen it as a career. Getting in well before light each morning wasn’t much of a draw for them, Walt said. He doesn’t mind that they probably won’t follow in his footsteps. Other things have changed over the years. The bakery used to be next door, but when Kabat’s Men’s Shop expanded, the bakery moved over to make room. Kabat’s closed 10 years ago, and that site is now one of the locations of Seventh Street Surf Shop. The high-end men’s shop used to be one of several men’s clothing stores on Asbury Avenue, along with Stainton’s Department Store, Leon’s and others. “All of my clothes growing up were from Leon’s,” Walt said. There are other multi-generational businesses still in operation in downtown Ocean City, including Walt’s neighbor Wallace Hardware and Annarelli’s Bikes down the street. But Wards is among the oldest businesses in town. “We have a great location. When people are bopping around Downtown, they may stop in for a cookie,” he said. Or perhaps a scrapple pie.

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Dr. John Ruskey

HINGS are quiet in the bright, cheery waiting room of the Cape Regional Urgent Care Center at 8 Route 9 South, a few minutes from the 34th Street Bridge leading into Ocean City. In part, that’s because on the day of my visit, the 2018 tourist season had not quite heated up and just a few patients were coming and going in the new center, which opened in November. But it’s also by design. Dr. John Ruskey, the medical director of the urgent care group, said the front room was designed to seem more like the lobby of a nice hotel than a waiting room. To the side, lit by a wide bank of windows, is a kid-centered waiting area, with a tiny table and a flat screen TV showing Thomas the Tank Engine. There’s a refrigerator loaded with bottled water and a singlecup coffee maker offering a variety of flavors to help calm frayed nerves and pass the time. Dr. Ruskey, who does not drink coffee, thought the addition was unnecessary, but he said it’s proven to be very popular with patients. And patients are what the Urgent Care Center is all about, he said. Urgent care centers have become an increasingly popular treatment option around the country and in this region. According to Dr. Ruskey, there is a Cape Regional Urgent Care Center within a 10-minute drive from anywhere in Cape May County. He and several partners opened the first Cape Regional Urgent Care Center in Cape May Court House about nine years ago, and later added a Wildwood center. The Marmora location housed in a former bank, is the most recent addition. The group rents the space, Ruskey said, but renovations and equipping the Urgent Care Center ran in the hundreds of thousands of dollars.

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Many patients arriving at the emergency room at Cape Regional Medical Center did not need that level of care, according to Dr. Ruskey. They also faced extended wait times and a much higher cost, including a larger co-pay for those with insurance. As many as half of the patients using the emergency room could get the treatment they needed in a different setting, he said. “The whole concept was drawn up by my partners in the emergency department in cooperation with the hospital,” he said. When they started planning the first Cape Regional Urgent Care Center in Cape May Court House, he said, they sought to change the way people seek medical attention. “What we tried to do is develop a facility that really focused on the patient’s needs,” he said. Most patients did not need the extensive equipment available at the emergency room, or the wait time they were likely to encounter on a summer weekend. “So we tailored it to what the patient needs. That is one of our essential themes. We developed this based on what the patient’s needs were, not what we wanted to do.” A key element is respecting the patient’s time, he said. Patients want quality care “on their schedule, not ours.” “The vast majority of our patients are in and out within an hour,” he said. Dr. Ruskey has worked with Cape Regional since 1991. He grew up in Philadelphia, where he attended medical school, doing his residency at Jefferson University Hospital. “As a child, I would always visit my grandparents down here at the shore,” he said. “When I had an opportunity after my residency to come down here, I jumped at it, and I’ve been here since.” He decided to launch an urgent care center in partnership with seven other doctors, including Dr. Brian Nicholls, Dr. Steve Pecora, Dr. Raymond Cascarino, Dr. Dominic Coletta, Dr. Kevin Riordan, Dr. Robert Cimino and Dr. Richard Nussey. “I missed a meeting, so they decided to make me president,” Dr. Ruskey joked.

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To prepare for this new role, he went back to school, learning about business at the Wharton School at the University of Pennsylvania and going on to earn a Master’s Degree in Medical Management from USC. He continues to see patients, both in the ER and at the Urgent Care Centers. “I think it’s important to do that,” he said. “This practice evolves. It evolves based on the patients’ needs.” As a business, he said, they get a sense of those needs from staff members and input from the doctors, but also by being involved with the patients directly. Part of meeting those needs is offering as many services as possible in the single center. There is an X-ray machine on site. Digital images are transferred immediately to Cape Regional Medical Center, where a board-certified technician evaluates them. The doctor at the center can also see the images on a screen at the center. There is also a pharmacy stocked with samples of medicine that the staff can provide without additional charge. There are several examination rooms, including one for young patients decorated with big, bright tropical fish. Walking through the center, Ruskey expansively praised the staff, saying their training, dedication and attitude is a fundamental part of the patient’s experience. He singled out the work of the nurse managers at the centers. Rosemary Andriulli, the nurse manager at the Marmora Urgent Care Center, has held that position since it opened last fall. She said the trends in the number of patients has continued to climb just as they hoped to see. “It’s been good,” said Dr. Ruskey. “We don’t have a multimilliondollar marketing plan. Our advertising plan is one patient at a time. That’s how we’ve grown all of our centers. We built it organically.” While this will be the first summer for the Marmora center, Dr. Ruskey is confident that the staff knows what to expect from the summer crowds. Last year, the other centers saw more than 100 patients a day. The center can handle cuts, fractures, broken bones and a variety of difficulties. When interviewed, Dr. Ruskey said there had been a spike in respiratory issues likely due to extremely high pollen counts. Most doctors develop a knack for knowing which patients are down playing their symptoms and which are overstating them, finding the correct diagnosis. “That’s our job,” he said. But there are times when someone needs more intensive treatment. “One of the other services we have here is that we can detect when somebody needs to get to the emergency department. In fact, it’s one of the most vital things that we do,” he said. “Our staff is educated to know to bring those people back right away.” Typically, in those circumstances, the patient agrees to be transported to the emergency room. “Most of the time we will call an ambulance for them and we’ll get them seen right way,” he said. Patients have numerous options for health care, Dr. Ruskey said. The staff at the Cape Regional Urgent Care Centers have to constantly work to be one of the best options for their patients. “We’re constantly asking our patients, ‘How are we doing?’ We ask what should we be doing differently,” he said.

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RE you all as frustrated with rainy days as I am? One day is hot, sunny and beautiful, and the next day is humid and foggy, creating stir-crazy monsters on the living room couch. This past Sunday was one of those rainy, gray days and my family had watched enough TV and eaten enough snacks, that I knew we had to get out of the house. Dinner and the arcade it was. Playing games at the arcade is great for a rainy day without the beach OR a sunny day for a moment or two out of the sun. It is an activity you can spend an hour, all day, or just 30 minutes doing. All of the arcades on the Boardwalk are right next to some of the best Boardwalk snacks: Jilly’s Ice Cream Factory, Fudge Kitchen, you name it. It wasn’t easy to persuade my parents and boyfriend to walk the Boardwalk in the rain for arcade games, but the minute we walked inside Jilly’s Arcade, everything changed. Stepping inside the arcade is like walking into a magical, jolly bubble. Like our favorite holidays, it immediately evokes so many memories for every person of each age group. The sounds of PAC-MAN munching and Space Invaders laser jingle in the background. Children (and parents) laugh and cheer. There are even presents. I

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kid, kind of. The “presents” come from the crane games that speckle the arcade floor. My parents, both in their 50s, won a stuffed duck and squishy smiley face. They both carried their toys home happily, parading them around and smiling for photos. The moment we walked in and stepped on the wood arcade floor, my mom Lisa yelled, “I am playing skee ball! That’s ALL I want to do.” I could see in her eyes a child-like excitement, a memory evoked, as she grabbed her fist full of coins and ran over to play Jilly’s 10-cent skee ball. My dad, ready for anything and very competitive, zeroed in on NASCAR Racing, “I used to spend all day here when I was a kid,” he said. These moments for me were like when I watched the scene from The Santa Clause where Tim Allen as Santa gave his ex-wife and her new husband the Weenie-Whistle and Mystery Date gifts. It was a magical little bubble where even parents gained back a few moments of their childhood innocence. My boyfriend, on the other hand, didn’t even know where to start, there were so many games to choose from: zombie-shooting, car racing, pinball or PAC-MAN. He looked wide-eyed and ran off to play somewhere. What caught my eye, my memory evoker, was not a classic arcade game at all. It was

DDR, or for you non-20-somethings, Dance Dance Revolution. DDR is a game that lined the outsides of arcades all along the Boardwalk 13 years ago with people jumping up and down, dancing to the music, placing their feet on the arrows at perfect timing, “I have to play this. Come with me,” I laughed to my mom, who probably had the same rush of nostalgia that I did upon seeing it. “You know, I am texting all of your friends that you’re doing this,” she said. She immediately whipped out her phone to take videos and sent them to childhood friends that danced with me on our own home dance pads when we were 13 years old. Before boys and kisses, mixers and makeup, there was dancing on the dance pad with my girlfriends during summers in Ocean City while my mom brought us chips and salsa and

made sure we didn’t bang our feet too hard on the floor. Even though I was at Jilly’s Arcade playing an official DDR game, I still took my off my shoes and danced in bare feet with my mom watching and taking pictures. It is crazy how fast time changes. I’m not 13 anymore, and I don’t even have a dance pad. But if you just stop and slow down for a minute with family, all of the foundation is still there. In 13 years, everything on the outside has changed. I live with my boyfriend, I pay my own bills, I don’t see my parents every day. Hanging out with my best friends just to play DDR is in the past. But there are some days, when you walk into an arcade, and suddenly nothing has changed at all. Childhood-innocence floods back, all of your worries are left at the door, and you find yourself in a magic Boardwalk-holiday bubble. If you have a few spare dollars, a free 10 minutes or an entire day, grab some family and friends and go to the arcades on the Boardwalk. The memories that come from it will not disappoint.

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F YOU'RE LIKE ME, your day at the beach improves the moment you spot some dolphins making their way up or down the coastline. If you're especially lucky, you might also see some playful activity and get a good view of them breaching. Maybe you also like to spend time peering into tidal pools, or perhaps you or your child have whiled away some hours putting a live clam into a bucket of sand and water and watching it scuttle itself back under the sand, or slowly open its shell a bit under the water. And of course, one would have a hard time missing the antics of the seagulls swooping in for food or the horseshoe crabs washing ashore. Even if you can’t identify them by name, you have certainly seen piping plovers doing their tap dance for food right along the water line. When it comes to local ecosystems, we are beyond fortunate to live and play in the middle of the intricately connected and yet diverse habitats of our coastal ecosystem here in Ocean City and Cape May County. We tend to think of the bays, salt marshes, and the ocean collectively as one thing. To an extent, this is true as they are all part of a larger Coastal Ecosystem. At the same time, however, each of these elements have features

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that make them separate and unique habitats with specific roles to play in support of the larger coastal system. When a change takes place in one area, it won’t be too long before it impacts other parts of the system. I took a field trip out of Ocean City to visit the Wetlands Institute in Stone Harbor to learn more about our unique ecosystem. For those not familiar with the Wetlands Institute, it's a non-profit educational and research facility focusing on salt marsh and coastal ecosystem preservation. Upon my arrival, I was surprised to learn that my visit coincided with the World Series of Birding, a 24 hour statewide competition and fundraiser. Indeed, the director herself was unavailable as she had committed to spending the entire 24 hours in the observation tower at the institute, looking for as many species of birds as she could locate during the 24 hour period. While I was vaguely aware that Cape May County is a huge world wide destination for birders, Haley Faith, outreach coordinator of the Wetlands Institute helped me understand both why we are and why it's important we remain a birder’s paradise. The salt marsh, the bay, and the ocean beaches offer good stopping points for migratory birds. “Birds are a sign, actually birds are a huge indicator when

there is something bigger going on that you can’t see,” she said. When they are present in abundant numbers, we know a healthy food web exists. Haley specifically cited the example of the Red Knot, a bird that is critically endangered. The bird has one of the longest migration routes on earth, traveling from the southern tip of South America all the way to the Arctic, where it nests. The month of May tends to be when it is passing us on its trek north. This is also the month when horseshoe crabs spawn and lay their eggs on the beaches, leaving a perfect nutrient filled meal for the Red Knot to refuel with before continuing on its journey. Horseshoe crabs, however, were overharvested in the early 2000s, which then impacted the Red Knot population. Awareness and efforts to rebuild the horseshoe crab population seem to be working to help the Red Knot population come back, but it is an ongoing process and one that has been hampered by oyster fisheries use of hatcheries in the Delaware Bay. The constructed hatcheries block the horseshoe crabs from gaining access to the beach to lay their eggs. As Haley said, “As soon as one thing is introduced that doesn’t belong, we can see things start to crash.

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Changes start from the bottom of the food web system and work their way up.” On a positive note, Haley explained why our ocean waters look the way they do compared to other areas boasting “crystal clear” waters. “Our water here is very special,” Faith said, “People will look at the water and say ‘oh, it’s (not clear)!’ but that's because it's thriving with life. Those waters in the Caribbean are devoid of nutrients, but our water is teeming with phytoplankton and plankton which give it a murkier appearance.” Indeed, the nutrient rich waters mean that our local marshes serve as nurseries for all sorts of small fish and multiple species of crab. In turn, our ocean waters serve as a breeding and feeding ground for roughly 2,500 summer resident bottlenose dolphins whose antics amuse summer beachgoers. Humpback whales and even the occasional right whale are also observed off our coast, as well as (shh!) hammerhead sharks and yes, even great white sharks. Back in Ocean City, I reached out to Mike Pomatto, who teaches AP Environmental Science and Advanced Oceanography at Ocean City High School, to gather some information specific to our bays and beaches. Students in his oceanography class visit the

bay and the beach on a regular basis to take samples and learn about local species. As part of the class, he told me they have identified and are informally monitoring some populations of invasive organisms that compete directly with local species. A local crab species, for example, the Jonah Crab, competes for resources with two invasive crab species, Asian Shore Crabs and European Green Crabs. According to Pomatto, the invasive species are more aggressive and can quickly overrun an area. Last year, the class also participated in a project made possible as part of a Coastal Resiliency Grant through the U.S. Department of the Interior. Pomatto said the grant, “gave our students an opportunity to identify a local ecological problem and offer solutions to that problem…the project culminated into a massive dune planting of seaside goldenrod and panic grass not only to stabilize a dune behind the high school, but also to attract monarch butterflies that are in such desperate need of goldenrod blooms to fuel their long journey back to the mountains of Mexico!” He believes the project was valuable because it gave the students a voice, afforded them an opportunity to speak to and interact with a

variety of adults and professionals in assorted fields, and demonstrated that solving “big coastal resiliency problems” requires both a variety of skills sets and a unified group working as a team. Pomatto would like coastal residents to know that there are small things individuals can do to help solve the big problems facing coastal ecology. One thing he suggests is planting a butterfly garden. “Though it might not sound like much,” he states, “thousands of coastal residents along the eastern seaboard doing it could easily thwart the extinction of a species.” Perhaps we should take a cue from his students. Pomatto was pleased to share that he has noticed “teens today are very much in tune with the interconnectedness of all living things and firmly believe that maintaining ecological balance should be a top priority.” So as you are sitting on the beach and you see a cluster of birds circling above the playful dolphins in our murky water, remember your quick coastal ecology lesson and be thankful that our ocean is just teeming with life. And then, as you head off the beach and back home, consider planting a butterfly garden! - Text by Deborah Worchel. Photos provided by Mike Pomatto. 55

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No act of kindness, no matter how small, is ever wasted. This quote, found in one of Aesop’s Fables, The Lion and the Mouse, suggests a simple act of random kindness can make a significant impact in the lives’ of others. This idea is the inspiration behind the “friendship,” or “kindness” rocks project, a pay-itforward movement that’s become popular around the globe, and right here at home. Look closely around Ocean City, and you’re likely to discover hidden treasures – one-of-a-kind, hand-painted rocks. On the colorful gems, you might find fish, fruits, flowers, smiles or cheerful sayings. Rock-painting groups are brightening strangers’ days everywhere, one colorful rock at a time. Often, it’s a social media-driven effort, attracting locals wishing to join in on the fun of painting, hiding, hunting, posting, and re-hiding rocks in their area. Carol Madeja is a force behind the Facebook group “OCNJ rocks!” Carol, who splits her time between Ocean City and Beaufort, South Carolina, started rockin’ OCNJ rocks! last summer, and it’s grown quickly ever since. “I learned about friendship rocks while in Beaufort from two Marine wives there. They suggested I create a Facebook page to promote the Ocean City project,” she recalled. “I immediately thought this is the perfect environment.” The retired physical therapist quickly grabbed her paint and brushes, and got to work. Leading up to last Memorial Day weekend, Beaufort splashed color on two thousand rocks, and officially launched OCNJ rocks! “It’s a funny story, actually,” she laughed. “It was the holiday weekend, and I had read about this awesome playground on the North End. Mind you, I’m single and have no children, but wanted to go hide a bag full of rocks. There were about 50 kids playing there, and I thought, ‘Well, won’t this look really weird?’ So, I chickened out, but while I was walking away, I ran into a ten-year-old girl and her dad, and we began to talk about the rocks. I asked the child for her help in hiding the rocks, and excitedly, she did.” With a newfound confidence in her project, Carol then stopped at a lemonade stand at the ramp of the Boardwalk. “I gave the little girls a handful of rocks, and they happily said, ‘Those are friendship rocks! We paint them at home!’” The rest, as they say, is history. Thanks to one simple idea, dreamed up by a woman looking

to connect this shore community, OCNJ rocks! took off. Barbara Ford, an Ocean City resident for the past 15 years, quickly became interested. “I’ve always loved to paint, but had to give it up because of a shoulder replacement,” she said. “Once I could paint again, I got involved with Carol’s project, but wouldn’t you know, then I shattered my elbow.” Barbara didn’t let that stop her. Once recovered, she was back at it. “It’s been very helpful getting me back on track. It also helps me with my arthritic hands,” she said. “I just love it.” The Long Island, NY native is the youngest of 11 children. This Memorial Day, she painted a series of rocks for her late brother, Frank, who passed away at nearly age 94. “He fought through WWII. He was a hero, but he never talked about it, and nobody knew until they saw his medals and awards,” said Barbara. As it turned out, her brother had received a Purple Heart and the Bronze Star. Honoring families, and bringing them together, is a big part of the painted rocks program. Julie Colby and her three young children began painting last summer. She said they couldn’t wait to get going again this season. “It’s a great family experience. It gives my kids exposure to fun, art, and exercise. We biked all over to hide and find rocks,” she said. “The best part about OCNJ rocks! Is how it brings together our community. People are excited to participate. It’s a wholesome project that’s all-inclusive and makes people smile.” Carol knows all about that. “Seeing smiles on these kids’ faces is incredible,” she said. When Carol's at her South Carolina home, Melissa Kleva takes care of the rock-hiding duties. “I’m so impressed that creating and hiding rocks brings all ages of people together in Ocean City. I enjoy following on Facebook when someone discovers one,” Melissa said. “It’s a way for me to connect with my neighbors, and make memories. Businesses across the island are also doing their part to make lasting memories – for locals, and vacationers too. “During Halloween, I was invited to be a part of the Trick-or-Treat celebration at August Heart, a gift shop on Asbury Avenue,” said Carol. “I’m a

fan of shop local, and have found businesses here are really supportive.” Shani Kovacevic owns the pet boutique and supply shop, Animal House, located on Asbury. She’s very active with Carol's project. “Carol’s one of my customers, and one day we talked about hiding rocks here. I thought it was a brilliant idea. I’ve always been into scavenger hunts,” she laughed. “We started putting the rocks in peculiar places around the store. My son and his friends would hide them on the beach. It’s just a wonderful thing for families. Carol’s such a nice person with a great smile, and she’s working to bring her community together.” Communities far and wide are sharing in the painted rocks adventure. You can find hundreds of local groups on Facebook, just look around. And it’s easy to play. Gather your supplies – rocks, acrylic paint or permanent markers, brushes, and sealant. Be sure to mark your rocks with the group’s hashtag, in this case #OCNJrocks. Then, hide it! If you find a painted rock, you can post a photo of it with that group’s hashtag. You never know what you’ll uncover. “Some people say they’re not artistic enough to paint clever rocks, but they are,” said Carol. “The rock tells you what it is, whether a cloud, a flower, or whatever you imagine. It’s just a nice way to be social, relaxed, and have fun at the seashore. So, who’s ready to rock?

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Take a selfie at the top of the Giant Wheel Get a picture of yourself at the top of one Ocean City’s most iconic rides. The Giant Wheel at Wonderland looks over much of the city, and you can see the beach and the bay at the same time. Get a shot of yourself immersed in Ocean City’s beautiful landscape from the highest vantage point on the island.

Get a chocolate banana muffin from Positively 4th Street Cafe There is just something about Positively's muffins that's off the charts. Their chocolate banana muffins are one of the most unique flavors you’ll ever try. Go see why the local kids go to them for their after school fix, sit down and enjoy the great vibes this little cafe has.

Get a custom tee shirt on the Boardwalk Go get custom Ocean City swag! There are a plethora of stores on the Ocean City Boardwalk that allow you to make your own tee shirt. That sounds like a cool keepsake.

Take a walk at Corson’s Inlet State Park Ocean City’s southern inlet is home to a gorgeous state park that overlooks the back bays. Whether you walk the trails to the beach, or wander the western shores of the inlet, (be careful during high tide!), this is an extremely peaceful place to get lost in. Sunsets over Corson’s Inlet are beautiful, and are definitely worth the trip to go see.

Take a class at the Ocean City Community Center The center is home to more than just the library and the pool. There's the Historical Museum and the Arts Center too. There are classes every month, from iPhone tech help to cooking classes. Free lectures are open for attendance, ranging from practical subjects to matters close to the heart of Ocean City. Go and learn something in an afternoon.

See a show at the Music Pier The Ocean City Music Pier features local and international stars in some incredibly well put together shows. This summer features artists such as Straight No Chaser and the Beach Boys. With these great artists come tickets at great prices compared to other venues they would be playing at. With a family friendly 58 OCEAN CITY MAGAZINE JULY 2018

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ambiance, it's an easy going concert atmosphere that allows you to have a great time and get up close to some renowned stars.

you can at Sun Rose Words & Music), but at Bookateria, you can buy and trade used books. Let the old paperbacks take you back and get lost in nostalgia.

Browse the shops on Asbury Avenue Their stock of items is expansive, ranging from mermaid mugs to historic framed shots of various Ocean City locations. You will definitely find something Downtown that just speaks Ocean City to you. They are items you didn’t even know you wanted, so grab your bike and explore. Get a bucket of Johnson’s popcorn Can you really say you’ve been to Ocean City if you haven’t had Johnson’s? The classic kernels are waiting for you at 1360 Boardwalk. Go, get a bucket, and enjoy a salty or sweet snack on the beach or at your home. If you haven't had the cheddar cheese yet, now is the time. See the Ocean City Beach Patrol Women’s Races An annual event in July, all beach patrols come out to Ocean City to pit the greatest women competitors from South Jersey against each other. Featuring swimming, rowing and more, these races are a sight to see. Female competitors on Ocean City’s Beach Patrol are nationally-ranked athletes, and always put up a good fight against the other local lifeguard patrols. This year’s races are on July 25 at 34th Street at 6pm.

Take a charter boat with Ocean City Fishing Center Have a large group of friends and want to take a nice cruise? OC Fishing Center's Party Boat at 3rd and Bay has a great charter along the back bays of Ocean City. Whether it be for a fishing trip or for a friendly party, it always offers a great time out on the water.

Enter a free weekly 5k race If you are feeling speedy, head on down to the track right next to the Boardwalk on 5th Street on Tuesday and Thursday nights for running races galore. Shorter sprint distances are Tuesdays, while 5k races are on Thursday nights. All events are free and for all ages. So if you’re feeling quick footed for the night, go get out there and find out how fast you really are.

Buy a used book at the Bookateria Two New books are great to find (and find them

Take a junk food tour Go see what you think is the best food in Ocean City. Compare all the pizza places on the boardwalk, or try a donut from each shop. See what you think is the best of Ocean City’s renowned food. Buy a hermit crab Bring home a seashore crustacean as an addition to the family. Ocean’s Treasure up on 9th Street and the Boardwalk is one place to go to find a hermit crab as a pet. They ensure every crab goes to a caring home and try to educate potential owners on how to properly take care of hermit crabs. Get a hair cut at Bernie’s Barbershop If you want your hair to look sharp, you need go to Bernie’s on 9th and Asbury. Many locals come here. It’s a great, old time barbershop, with friendly barbers who make it their mission to make you look good.

Visit the Stainton Wildlife Refuge Another nature goodie, this reserve in the center of the island is home to migrating birds as well as creatures native to South Jersey. Up on the center platform you can view these creatures in their habitat as they hunt and make their home for the summer. The refuge is located on Bay Avenue, just across the street from the Airport Diner on 26th Street.

Grab multigrain pancakes at Jon and Patty’s Coffee Bar Bistro Ever had multigrain pancakes? Well you should. They’re really filling at Jon and Patty’s, and the food there is always fresh. Get a fresh fruit cup with your pancakes and you’ll be full until dinner. Plus the coffee at Jon and Patty’s is amazing.

Have a family beach portrait taken It’ll be the image of your family you’ll have forever. Everyone standing aside a dune, dressed in white is a great way to get a clean shot of your family for the mantelpiece. There are plenty of photographers in town ready to snap your pic for posterity.

There's so much to see and do in and around Ocean City all year round. The miles of attractions on the Boardwalk and Asbury Avenue alone could keep you busy with seemingly endless possibilities. To help you make the most of your time on the island, we've compiled our first annual OC Bucket List with 29 things you have to do during your time in Ocean City.

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Take a surf lesson at 7th Street Surf Shop Always wanted to surf, but never knew where to start? 7th Street Surf Shop offers lessons for all ages. They offer private lessons as well as classes, and provide safe and easy to use beginner boards. Learn with local expertise on how to get up and get into the tubes.

Watch a Sand Sculpting Competition Thursday July 5 from 9am to 11am on the 6th Street beach will feature the first sand sculpting contest of the season. Go see what sand sculptors can come up with on the beach canvas or if you are feeling creative yourself, go register for free and see how you fare against the competition.

Treat yourself to a night at the Crab Trap or Crabby Jack's A hop and a skip right over the Ninth Street bridge.

Watch or participate in Night in Venice How can you go to Ocean City and not experience this one? This boat parade from Longport Bridge to Tennessee Avenue in the back bays of Ocean City is one of the most anticipated nights of the year. This year’s theme is “TV’s Greatest Hits,” commemorating television shows and popular characters. If you want have a boat of your own in the parade, you can register it at City Hall for the July 28 extravaganza.

Go Parasailing View the island from another perspective! Go parasailing with FlyOCNJ or Ocean City Parasail, and take a parasailing adventure high above the beaches. You know you see them when you’re on the beach and think “Hey, that looks cool.” Why don’t you actually try it? It's definitely worth getting up in the sky and experiencing the bay and ocean from a whole new angle.

Compete in the 38th Annual T. John Carey Master’s Swim Go see how good of a swimmer you are in the one mile ocean swim challenge. It's a long distance, but being able to say you did it is a great accomplishment. Entry is inexpensive, and it's overseen by the Ocean City Beach Patrol – there to keep swimmers safe. The swim is at 10am on July 14.

Play tennis at one of the City courts Get your swing on and take advantage of the local tennis courts at 6th, 18th and 34th streets on the island. There is a modest rental fee and it's a fun, easy way to get a workout in. Edwin the tennis professional is always at the 6th Street courts and is a great coach and easy to book appointments with. Go enjoy the outdoors at each of the tennis courts and spend time in the parks that Ocean City has to offer.

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Bike the entire town from northern tip to southern This is arguably the best way to see the island. Grab your bestie and start your trek. OC is bike friendly, with a route mostly on Haven Avenue and West Avenue that spans the entire island from tip to tip.

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Stock up on Shriver’s Salt Water Taffy Go grab yourself some Shriver’s Salt Water Taffy up on the Boardwalk, because it is one of the snacks you’ll be hankering for come mid-winter. If you wander into Shriver’s, you’ll be visiting a candy shop that your grandparents could have went to in the good old days.

Watch the Miss Ocean City Pageant Go enjoy the show and charisma of the aspiring local young ladies at the Miss Ocean City Pageant at the Music Pier on August 11.

Have a mini golf tournament There are at least eight mini golf courses in Ocean City. Why don’t you see which of you and your friends are the champion of them all? Most of the courses are not that far from one another. So why not make a day of it.

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Ocean City Historical Museum Check out OC’s past through postcards, photos and exhibits. 1735 Asbury, 399-1801.

Gillian’s Wonderland Pier New rides! 6th and Boardwalk, 399-7082.

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