This Week in Cape May: March 24-May 18, 2023

CALENDAR INFO/TICKETS

Historic District Trolley Tour.................10

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour........78

Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour.......59

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour.............11

Underground Railroad Trolley Tour....14

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour...11

FOOD & WINE

Brunch & Bingo at Bella Vida.............35

Brunch & Bingo at the Inn of Cape May...............................42

Cape May Wine Trail.............................73

Chocolates by the Bay.........................53

Murder Mystery Dinner......................75

Vintage.............................................92-93

CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt..........78

Cape May Lighthouse.............................9

Children’s Trolley Ride..........................63

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt............78

Whale & Dolphin Watching.................97

PERFORMING ARTS

Cape May Stage................................ 94 East Lynne Theater Company.......... 91

Facebook..............................................109

Cape May MAC App.......................68, 88

Cape May MAC Membership...........108

Cape May MAC’s Museum Shop & Online Shop..........................102-103

Wedding & Party Services...................99

INDEX TO ADVERTISERS

Tours & Attractions .................84

Services/Accommodations...89

Dining/Entertainment...........91

Shopping...............................101

CAPE MAY MAC APP

BUMP IN THE NIGHT

Check out the ghostly doings in town on our favorite Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour based on the findings of psychic medium Craig McManus.

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PEPPER’S GHOST?

Learn about this and other illusions and magic that captivated the Victorian world in the new Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour of select rooms in the Physick House Museum.

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PATH TO FREEDOM

Follow the path to freedom and learn about Cape May’s African American history with the Underground Railroad Trolley Tour.

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BATTER UP!

Catch the last weekend of the “Women in Baseball” exhibit at the Carroll Gallery or learn about local sports of yesteryear on Cape May’s Forgotten Sports HistoryTrolley Tour

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THE OTHER HALF

See how the merely wealthy to fabulously rich lived in “New Cape May” at the turn of the 20th century on the Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour.

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CAPE MAY MAP pages 56-57

Cape May Area Organizations.........................................................................83

Cape May Historic Accommodations..............................................................87

Time travelers welcome!

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1879 Emlen Physick Estate

Tickets

$20 adults, $15 children ages 3 to 12

SEE CALENDAR FOR TOUR DATES & TIMES

Tickets are available at the Carriage House Visitors Center

Step back into the Cape May of more than 100 years ago and see how the wealthy lived and played at the town’s only Victorian house museum. Also visit the Estate’s Carriage House to see “Throw Like a Girl: Women in Baseball” (through March 26) and “Quackery: The Age of Questionable Medical Marvels” (starting April 14) the exhibits in the Carroll Gallery. (see page 19). The first floor of the Physick House is fully accessible.

THE DOCTOR IS IN:

Each year, our tour of the Physick House Museum highlights a particular aspect of Victorian life and culture in Cape May. Despite never practicing medicine, Dr. Emlen Physick meaningfully affected the local medical community. This year on our tour, learn about the doctor and his influence around town, as well as common health practices around the turn of the 20th century. For more information call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

1048 WASHINGTON ST.

Historic site administered by Cape May MAC

MORE WAYS TO SEE THE Emlen Physick Estate

1048 WASHINGTON ST.

A tour of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate lets you step back into the Cape May of Victorian times, but there’s more than one way to enjoy the fully-restored 18-room Victorian house museum, the only one of its kind in Cape May!

COMBINATION TROLLEY/PHYSICK ESTATE TOUR

Immerse yourself in the ultimate Cape May experience as our knowledgeable guides first take you through the town’s Historic District and then visit the Physick Estate...SEE PAGE 10

HISTORIC HAUNTS TOUR

Visit the Physick Estate and learn about the Victorians’ fascination with spiritualism and today’s methods of “ghost hunting” ...SEE PAGE 12

HISTORIC HAUNTS COMBO TOUR

Combine a Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour with a visit to the Physick Estate, where guides will compare the methods used by Victorians to contacts the spirits with today’s techniques of “ghost hunting” ...SEE PAGE 12

STRANGE VICTORIAN OBSESSIONS HOUSE TOUR

Take a step back in time to the Victorian Era in a tour of select rooms of the Physick House Museum and learn about the Victorians and their love of magic, illusion and the mysterious and odd ...SEE PAGE 13

SPIRITS, ODDITIES & OBSESSIONS COMBO TOUR

Hear Cape May ghost stories along with other strange Victorian stories as you travel the streets by trolley, then learn about the Victorians’ obsession with magic, illusion and the mysterious and odd in a tour of select rooms of the Physick House Museum ...SEE PAGE 13

For more information, call 609-884-5404

WORLD WAR II LOOKOUT TOWER

Fire Control Tower No. 23

Museum & Memorial

Sunset Boulevard near Cape May Point

GPS: 536 Sunset Blvd., Cape May Point

See Calendar for Dates & Times

Climb this fully restored tower and learn about the “war at the shore” and the defense of the Delaware River and Bay from enemy invasion

MOMS CLIMB FREE on Mother’s Day!

Sunday, May 14

all fully accessible.

$8 for adults, $5 children

Veterans & Active Military Free

Cape May MAC tours and historic sites will comply with current COVID guidelines. Please visit our website for up-to-date information.

Historic site administered by Cape May MAC

Restoration has been undertaken by Cape May MAC in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, Division of Parks and Forestry. Funding for its restoration was provided by the New Jersey Historic Trust, the New Jersey Historical Commission, the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority, a Save America’s Treasures Grant, and a Small Cities Community Development Block Grant administered by the New Jersey Department of Community Affairs.

The boardwalk, lined with interpretive panels, the All Veterans Memorial on the deck at the base of the Tower and the entry level are

Cape May Lighthouse

Located in Cape May Point State Park

Lighthouse Avenue, off Sunset Boulevard

GPS: 215 Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point

See Calendar for Dates & Times

Climb 199 steps in this 1859 structure to the watch gallery (just below the lantern itself) for a panoramic view of the Jersey Cape & Delaware Bay!

Tower admission: $12 adults $8 children (ages 3-12)

MOMS CLIMB FREE on Mothers’s Day!

Sunday, May 14

A fully accessible Visitors’ Orientation Center and Museum Shop carrying souvenirs, books and maritime items are located in the Oil House

MONOMOY LIFE-SAVING BOAT

MONOMOY LIFE-SAVING BOAT

site

See page 65

See page 90

BrickLighthouse

FullLighthouse

Moon Climb

Paver Program

See page 78

See page 21

Stairway to the Stars

Lighthouse Climb

See page 31

The state park offers a Hawk Watch platform and nature trails, as well as a museum with live reptiles and nature displays, and there are covered pavilions and access to the beach (swimming is not allowed). You can also see the World War II bunker on the beach. Rest rooms are available in the park and there is ample free parking.

THE PARK IS CARRY IN, CARRY OUT

Restoration has been undertaken by Cape May MAC in conjunction with the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection/Division of Parks and Forestry, and was funded in part by the New Jersey Historic Trust, the ISTEA program administered by the NJ Department of Transportation, the Cape May County Open Space program and the 1772 Foundation.

Historic

administered by Cape May MAC

Tours leave from the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street (GPS address 526 Washington St.), where tickets may be purchased.

HISTORIC DISTRICT TROLLEY TOURS

See Calendar for times

Cape May is beautiful and charming and feels every bit like it’s more than 100 years old. Step onto our trolley and into the past as knowledgeable guides present entertaining and enlightening stories about the nation’s oldest seashore resort and how it survived. (45-minute tour)

$20 for adults and $15 for children (ages 3-12)

FOR OTHER TROLLEY TOURS, SEE PAGES

The ultimate Cape May experience!

COMBINATION TROLLEY/ PHYSICK ESTATE TOURS

See Calendar for times

Look and listen as your guide takes you back in time while your trolley travels through Cape May’s Historic District. Your time travel continues with a visit to the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate,(see page 5) Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, 1048 Washington St. (90-minute tour).

$38 for adults, $28 for children (ages 3-12)

TROLLEY TOURS

All trolley tours begin and end at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth, where tickets are sold

SPIRITS & ODDITIES TROLLEY TOUR

STARTING MAY 4:

Thursdays: 7:45pm

Saturdays: 9:15pm

All Trolley tours are open-air

$20 adults; $15 children (ages 3-12)

Headless photography? Electric corsets? Coffin torpedoes? You won’t believe some of the strange beliefs, oddities, fads and superstitions of the Victorians. Hear stories on this trolley tour from Cape May’s history that bring to life the bizarre, the unexplained or the just plain weird. 30-minute tour.

Welcome to Cape May

TROLLEY TOUR

See Calendar for Dates & Times

This is the best introduction to Cape May for first-timers. You’ll get the lay of the land and see some of Cape May’s most famous streets and landmarks in the Historic District. Learn why Cape May is the only National Historic Landmark City and why architectural and historic preservation is so important here. See hidden gems and littleknown treasures of this glorious seaside town and hear about Cape May’s natural beauty and cultural points of interest for additional exploring later. 45-minute tour.

$20 adults; $15 children (ages 3-12)

Cape May MAC tours and historic sites will comply with current COVID guidelines. Please visit our website for up-to-date information.

For more information, call 609-884-5404

Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org Accessible

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GHOSTS OF CAPE MAY TROLLEY TOUR

See Calendar for Dates & Times

All Trolley tours are open-air

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Do you believe in Cape May’s spirits? You might scoff, you might shudder, but rest assured — on board a trolley with an experienced guide, you will begin to wonder what’s beyond as you hear tales of many hauntings unearthed in Cape May by famous psychic medium and Cape May ghostwriter – Craig McManus. (30-minute tour)

$20 adults; $15 children (ages 3-12)

Tours begin at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street, where tickets may be purchased. Advance ticket purchase is recommended.

Historic Haunts Combo Tour

April: Saturdays at 7pm May 6 & 13: 7:15pm

Combine the Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour with a visit to the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate to learn about the Victorians’ fascination with spiritualism and today’s methods of “ghost hunting.” Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth where trolley tour begins. $30 adults; $20 children (ages 3-12)

Historic Haunts House Tour

April: Saturdays at 7:30pm May 6 & 13: 7:45pm

Visit the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate to learn about the Victorians’ fascination with spiritualism and today’s methods of “ghost hunting.” Purchase tickets at the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC

For more information, call 609-884-5404

Limited Event $20 adults

$15 children (ages 3-12)

Cape May MAC tours and historic sites will comply with current COVID guidelines. Please visit our website for up-to-date information.

STRANGE VICTORIAN OBSESSIONS HOUSE TOUR

Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

STARTING APRIL 7:

APRIL: Fridays: 7:30pm; Saturdays: 1:45pm

MAY: Saturdays: 8:30pm

Ordertickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Victorians were fascinated with mystery and illusion and this tour through select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum shares that fascination. Learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes, the Goddess of Mystery, Ionia, a Belgian beauty who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic, The Great Lafayette, who became known as the world’s greatest magician, and Pepper’s Ghost, an illusion still used today, with Sherlock Holmes, Jack the Ripper and more.

Adults $20; Children (ages 3-12) $15

SPIRITS, ODDITIES & OBSESSIONS Combo Tour

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STARTING APRIL 7: APRIL: Fridays: 7pm; Saturdays: 1:15pm: MAY: Saturdays: 8pm

Victorians of the late 19th century had wild notions about the passage from life to death, and were fascinated by mystery and illusion. Hear several Cape May ghost stories as you travel Cape May by trolley, along with strange stories from Victorian Cape May history that are macabre, mysterious or just plain weird. Then visit select rooms in the 1879 Physick House Museum and learn about the famous Harry Houdini who captivated Victorian audiences with his intricate escapes; Ionia, a Belgian beauty called the Goddess of Mystery, who Victorians worshipped for her spectacles of magic; and many more famous Victorian masters and mistresses of illusion. Begins & ends at the Washington Street Mall Trolley Stop.

Tickets $30

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

UNDERGROUND RAILROAD TROLLEY TOUR

Saturdays in May: 10:30am

Climb aboard our trolley to learn about Cape May’s connection to the Underground Railroad. Hear how enslaved people in Maryland, Delaware and Virginia braved strong currents and stormy seas to free themselves, guided by the beacon of the Cape May Lighthouse. Hear why the legendary Harriet Tubman walked these streets before her freedom runs to the Eastern Shore. See the summer refuge of the formerly enslaved Stephen Smith, one of America’s wealthiest businessmen whose railroad cars ferried hundreds to freedom. Board the trolley at the Washington Street Mall information booth at Ocean Street for this 1.5-hour tour. No rest rooms are available during this tour.

Adults $25; children (ages 3-12) $15

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

Network to Freedom is a program of the National Park Service to coordinate preservation and education efforts nationwide, and integrate local historical places, museums, and interpretive programs associated with the Underground Railroad into a mosaic of community, regional, and national stories.

Accessible trolley tours are available but must be pre-arranged at least 48 hours in advance. Please note that some portions of this tour are not accessible. Call 609-884-5404 (press 0) for reservations and further information.

Tour co-sponsored by the Center for Community Arts and Cape May MAC

This trolley tour has been accepted into the National Park Service’s Network to Freedom

GALLERY EXHIBITS

THROW LIKE A GIRL: WOMEN IN BASEBALL

The Age of Questionable Medical Marvels

Step right up! See this exhibit of some of the so-called medical marvels of the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Many of these “curatives” were not just ineffective, they were downright dangerous. Learn about the societal and economic forces that unleashed these questionable treatments on the public, driven by hucksterism, false advertising and get-rich-quick schemes.

Carroll Gallery at the Physick Estate Carriage House, 1048 Washington St.

March 24, 25 & 26

May’s Forgotten Sports History Trolley Tour -- page 65

AFTERNOON

EVENING

of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday-Sunday, March 24-26

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake

Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Roller Skating- Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. FRIDAY: Family Skate: 4pm-6pm, 6:30pm8:30pm; SATURDAY & SUNDAY: Family Skate: 1pm-3pm, 4pm-6pm. Call 609-884-9565.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Monday - Thursday March 27-30

House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 51

House Visitors Center -- page 51

Street Mall Information Booth -- page 51

Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 78

May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 78

May Lighthouse -- page 9

May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

House Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

District Trolley Tour -- page 10

Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday - Thursday, March 27-30

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

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THE MAGIC OF MOONLIGHT AT THE CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb

THURSDAY, APRIL 6 & FRIDAY, MAY 5: 8PM-10PM

Cape May Point State Park, Lighthouse Avenue off Sunset Boulevard

Follow the light of the full moon on these rare nighttime climbs up the 199 cast iron spiral staircase steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse. Enjoy a nighttime view nearly 156 feet above the Delaware Bay and Atlantic Ocean. $20 adults, $10 children (ages 3-12).

Purchase tickets at the Lighthouse the night of climb. For more information, call Cape May MAC at (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

March 31, April 1 & 2

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the

Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours

sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, March 31

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Saturday, April 1

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Blessing of the Waters- 11am, Fisherman’s Memorial, 1021 Baltimore Ave.

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Sunday, April 2

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.-

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ARCHITECTURAL WALKING TOUR

Orderticketsonlineat

www.capemaymac.org

APRIL: Sundays (starting April 16) 9:30am

MAY: Thursdays 10:30am

Starts at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street

See America’s only National Historic Landmark City up close on this one-hour walking tour that explores Cape May’s renowned Historic District on foot. Put on your comfortable shoes and stroll along the sidewalks of streets such as Hughes Street, Howard Street and Columbia Avenue, with a knowledgeable guide to show and tell what makes Victorian Cape May so interesting. See where Victorian gamblers won or lost their shirts, where the Great Fire of 1878 burned, and learn why front porches were so important to Victorian social life.

$15 adults; $12 children (ages 3-12)

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

9am-5pm.

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Trolley Ride -- page 63

by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 78

to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, April 3 & 4

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

It was the Victorians who first invented afternoon tea. This was because the evening meal was eaten later than in previous periods and people found they needed a light meal in the late afternoon. The evening meal was eaten around 8 or even 9 p.m.

Wednesday & Thursday April 5 & 6

Libraries in the U.S. -- page 77

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H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, April 5 & 6

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

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April 7, 8 & 9

AFTERNOON

-- page 10

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 78

Friday, April 7

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page xx)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page xx)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page xx)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

EVENING 4/74/84/9

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 12 7pm

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13 7pm

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13 7:30pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 12 7:30pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12 8:30pm 8:30pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Saturday, April 8

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Easter Kegg Hunt at Historic Cold Spring- 12Noon4pm, Cold Spring Brewery, 733 Seashore Rd. Call 609-898-2300.

Kiwanis Easter Egg Hunt- 10am-11am, Cape May

Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-8888. Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Sunday, April 9

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Easter Stroll- 12Noon-2pm, begins at Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette St. Call 609-884-9565.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

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FISHERMAN’S WHARF

Walking Tour

May 6 & 13: 10:30am

Order tickets online

www.capemaymac.org

Discover how your seafood gets from ocean to table on this 45-minute tour of the Lobster House dock and fish packing plant. Tour begins at the Lobster House takeout dock where tickets can be purchased from the guide. Tickets are also available online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street.

$15 Adults, $12 children (ages 3-12)

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org Tour sponsored by Cape May MAC

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Monday & Tuesday April 10 & 11

Children’s Trolley Ride -- page 63

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 78

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, April 10 & 11

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

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the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday,

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

April 12 & 13

609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

CALENDAR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 30

In the Victorian era, arsenic wasn’t regarded as a poison in the same way it is today. Women would apply it topically as an agefighting cosmetic, and men would take arsenic pills to get their engines revving. It took many cases of illness and quite a few fatalities before they figured out that arsenic was toxic.

ALL

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 78

Friday, April 14

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

EVENING 4/144/154/16

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 92-93 5pm-8:30pm

Ghost Walk with Craig McManus -- page 35 6pm

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 12 7pm

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13 7pm

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13 7:30pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 12 7:30pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12 8:30pm 8:30pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Saturday, April 15

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village-Village Walking Tours, 11am; Ghost Walks, 7pm, 733 Seashore Rd. Call 609-898-2300. (see page 85)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Sunday, April 16

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

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BENEATH A BLANKET OF STARS

Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb

THURSDAY, APRIL 20: 8PM-10PM

Cape May Point State Park, Lighthouse Avenue off Sunset Boulevard

Without the light of the moon, you see the stars shine! Climb the 199 steps to the top of the Cape May Lighthouse on evenings of the New Moon and the start of a new 29.5-day lunar cycle, when the moon is so dark it blends in with the night sky and is invisible to the naked eye. Stars and constellations are more visible on clear nights during the New Moon! Binoculars are permitted if securely worn around the neck at all times

Purchase tickets at the Lighthouse the night of Climb.

$20 adults, $10 children (ages 3-12)

For more information, call Cape May MAC at (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

FRIDAY-SUNDAY, APRIL 14-16

Performances will take place at La Mer Beachfront Resort

Send in the Clowns

When Holmes and Watson find themselves under the big top, a simple favor for a friend turns into a spectacle that our heroes were not prepared to witness. Will they be able to figure out who is terrorizing the circus and its dedicated performers before it’s too late?

SHERLOCK HOLMES

WEEKEND EXPERIENCE

Full weekend package includes all performances and Saturday Search for Clues Tour.

$150/person

Includes antipasto display Friday evening for Act I; light refreshments Saturday during Act II and Sunday luncheon before Act III.

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Please check our website for details!

www.capemaymac.org

GHOST WALK WITH CRAIG McMANUS

Orderticketsonlineat

Saturday, April 15: 6pm

Starts at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street

Dare to walk the haunted streets of Victorian Cape May on a Ghost Walk with Craig McManus! Skeptics turn into believers as you follow this psychic medium and author on a one-hour walking tour, and listen as he points out houses along the way and talks about the paranormal activity he has experienced at these properties. Space is limited; advance tickets suggested.

$35 adults; $30 children (ages 3-12)

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

BRUNCH & BINGO AT BELLA VIDA CAFÉ

Saturday, Mar. 25: 9am

Bella Vida Cafe, 406 N. Broadway, West Cape May

Laugh along with your friends as you play a little bingo, compete for prizes and enjoy a fashion show by Lace Silhouettes/Cotton Company. It’s all over a scrumptious breakfast from a chefselected menu. BYOB. Event is limited to 25 guests and reservations are required.

Admission $25

Order tickets online at

www.capemaymac.org

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

For more information or tickets, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

House Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

Exhibit -- page 19

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 78

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, April 17 & 18

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

Boys and girls

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

MONDAY ONLY: Red Cross Blood Drive- 9am-3pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

In the Victorian era, all genders of children would be clothed in frilly white dresses until they reached school age. And the richer a family was, the more bells and whistles (a.k.a. ribbons, bows, lace and buttons) the dresses would have. Both genders would also wear bonnets.

Wednesday & Thursday April 19 & 20

Victorian Era -- page 77

Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

Stairway to the Stars Lighthouse Climb -- page 31

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, April 19 & 20

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 38

ALL

Tour -- page 13

Tour -- page 13

Wider doors

The Victorian era took fashion to new heights, and widths. Women wore crinoline dresses that stretched as wide as 18 feet across in the 1850s. And by the 1870s, the puffy bustle was all the rage.

EVENING 4/214/224/23

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 12 7pm

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13 7pm

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13 7:30pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 12 7:30pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12 8:30pm 8:30pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H

Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, April 21

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Saturday, April 22

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village-Village Walking Tours, 11am; Ghost Walks, 7pm, 733 Seashore Rd. Call 609-898-2300. (see page 85)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Peak of the Lyrid Meteor Shower- 7:45pm-12am, Cape May Point Science Center, 101 Lehigh Ave. info: capemaypointsciencecenter.org.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Sunday, April 23

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Peak of the Lyrid Meteor Shower- 7:45pm-12am, Cape May Point Science Center, 101 Lehigh Ave. info: capemaypointsciencecenter.org.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

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Curious collections

In the Victorian era, collecting was a major part of people’s lives. Collections often included “curiosities” such as zoological, botanical or geological finds. Shrunken heads, seashells, antique weapons and clockworks were commonly collected items. These collections would be displayed in a large “cabinet of curiosities.” If you wanted to expand your collection? Just go to the curiosity shop.

Monday & Tuesday April 24 & 25

ALL

Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 78

May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 78

House Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 19

AFTERNOON

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, April 24 & 25

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

Creepy Victorian food

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Peak of the Lyrid Meteor Shower- 7:45pm-12am, Cape May Point Science Center, 101 Lehigh Ave. info: capemaypointsciencecenter.org.

Victorians ate virtually every part of an animal, supping on delicacies likes brains and hearts. Another famous dish from the Victorian era was turtle soup. The turtle was prized above all for its green jelly-like fat which was used to flavor the soup made from the long-boiled stringy flesh of the animal.

Wednesday & Thursday April 26 & 27

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, April 26 & 27

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Peak of the Lyrid Meteor Shower- 7:45pm-12am, Cape May Point Science Center, 101 Lehigh Ave. info: capemaypointsciencecenter.org.

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In a time when one in four patients died after surgery, you were very lucky in Victorian times to have a good doctor with a clean operating theatre. There was no anesthesia, no painkillers for after, and no electric equipment to reduce the duration of an operation. Victorian surgery wasn’t just creepy, it was outright horrific.

Brunch & Bingo AT THE INN OF CAPE MAY

Saturdays, April 8 & May 13: 9am

Ocean 7 at the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St. Laugh along with your girlfriends as you play a little bingo, enjoy a fashion show by Lace Silhouettes/Cotton Company and compete for prizes, all during a delicious brunch. Event is limited and reservations are required.

Tickets $30

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. For more information or tickets, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

Backstreets & Byways C

t our

FRIDAYS: 11:30AM

Starting April 7

SATURDAYS IN MAY: 9:45AM

Tour begins at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Looking for a unique Cape May tour experience? Book a seat on board Cape May MAC’s “Backstreets & Byways City Tour!”

by our knowledgeable guides and professional drivers, this 90-minute golf cart tour departs from the Emlen Physick Estate to areas of Cape May not traveled on our trolley tours. Discover the vast history of Cape Island, ranging from maritime to agriculture and much more. The driver will make two brief stops along the way for photos.

$50 per person

Purchase tickets online or at the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. For more information, call 609-884-5404

Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC

IN-PERSON & VIRTUAL

SATURDAY

MAY 6

New Jersey native plants benefit wildlife and have a strong ornamental appeal for your landscape.

Details at njaudubon.org

APRIL

Saturday,

WHILE YOU’RE ON THE GROUNDS OF THE PHYSICK ESTATE, BE SURE TO VISIT THE

Friday, Saturday & Sunday April 28, 29 & 30

Don’t drink the water

By 1860, England’s Thames River was full of the raw fecal matter and sewage that was being dumped into the water on a daily basis. Since the river was also the main source of drinking water for the city, people died by the thousands from dysentery, cholera, and typhoid. Once again, a great excuse to opt for beer.

EVENING 4/284/294/30

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 12 7pm

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13 7pm

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13 7:30pm

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 12

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12

8:30pm

7:30pm

8:30pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, April 28

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Peak of the Lyrid Meteor Shower- 7:45pm-12am, Cape May Point Science Center, 101 Lehigh Ave. info: capemaypointsciencecenter.org.

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Saturday, April 29

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Historic Cold Spring Village-Village Walking Tours, 11am; Ghost Walks, 7pm, 733 Seashore Rd. Call 609-898-2300. (see page 85)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Sunday, April 30

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

Busy hands

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

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So many women’s activities of the mid and late 19th century served to show that they were middle class. Making artificial flowers was one of these. Both time-consuming and useless, making artificial flowers proved that your husband’s income made it possible for you to do no housework. Along with disabling clothing and countless crafts, flower-making was a visible sign of middle-class-ness. The conventions of the time made women almost literally prisoners in their parlors.

House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 51

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 51

Street Mall Information Booth -- page 51

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 78

May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 78

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 19

May Lighthouse -- page 9

May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

War II Lookout Tower -- page 8

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 97

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 78

Painted Ladies, Porches & More! Walking Tour -- page 54

to Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 11

District Trolley Tour -- page 10

Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

Whales & Dolphins Weekend Cruise

Saturdays & Sundays in May: 10am

For the Weekender trying to maximize your Summer fun, now you can get our “Big Trip” with a not so big price! You get the “Around Cape Island” history and narrative, a dolphin watch and then we head offshore in search of Humpback, Finback, and Minke Whales. All this along with our complimentary continental breakfast of Danish, Coffee, Tea, and Juice. This trip delivers a lot at a more convenient time of day for families, kids, and couples on a tight weekend schedule. 2.5 hour trip; free parking at Miss Chris Marina.

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

$45 adults, $25 children (ages 7-12)

For tickets or information, call 609-884-5404

Co-sponsored by Cape May MAC & the Cape May Whale Watcher

TOURS SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CAPE MAY WHALE WATCHER

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6 12:30pm, 1:45pm12:30pm, 1:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10 1pm 1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10 1pm 1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 97 1pm 1pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, May 1 & 2

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

MAY 2 ONLY: Feasting on History- 6pm-9pm, Naval Air Station Wildwood Aviation Museum, 500 Forrestal Rd. Call 609-898-2300.

CALENDAR

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46) NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

CONTINUED

ON PAGE 52

Tickets & Information

WASHINGTON STREET MALL INFORMATION BOOTH

Located at the Ocean Street end of the Washington Street Mall, the Information Booth sells tickets for any of our tours and events and provides answers to any questions you might have about what to do in Cape May. There are also dozens of brochures you can pick up for up-coming events. The trolley stop for our tours is located across the street from the Information Booth.

CARRIAGE HOUSE VISITORS CENTER

Located in the 1876 Carriage House on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. You may purchase tickets here for any tours or events. Free parking is available on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate. The Carriage House is also home to the Carriage House Museum Shop, the Carroll Gallery and Vintage restaurant. The Carriage House is fully accessible.

HILL HOUSE OFFICE

Located on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Hill House is home to Cape May MAC’s business office. If you ordered advance tickets, you can pick them up here, as well as purchase tickets here for any tours or events. Hill House is open daily (Winter hours, closed on Sundays); check calendar for hours. Free parking is available on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate.

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit

www.capemaymac.org

About Music: Composers of the 2023 Cape May Music Festival -- page 77

Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

Trolley Tour -- page 10

Estate Tour -- page 10

Watching Cruise -- page 97

& Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 11

of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, May 3 & 4

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 60

CHOCOLATE

BY THE BAY

Saturday, May 13: 1pm

Deauville Inn, Strathmere

Order

www.capemaymac.org

It’s a genuine bounty for chocolate lovers! Enjoy a buffet of delicious chocolate desserts, each one more decadent than the last, during Chocolate By the Bay at the historic Deauville Inn, Strathmere. Buffet will include chef-created delectable treats, such as mini chocolate tortes, white chocolate marscapone mousse, ruby chocolate panna cotta shooters, a S’mores station, and many more. Special wine pairings will be available at an additional cost. This is a limited event so reserve early.

TICKETS $75 per person

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

Working in the coal mines

Working children were common in the Victorian era in England, largely because poor families didn’t earn enough for food without it. One job that had high demand for children was work in the coal mines. Children made excellent coal miners because they could maneuver in tight spaces, and they required far less pay than adult workers. The children would work for 12 to 18 hours in air saturated with coal dust, and there was constant danger. Other jobs included chimney sweeping (where children could start working as young as 3) and working in factories or textile mills. In 1891, the National Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Children was formed, offering some protection to child laborers.

PAINTED LADIES, PORCHES & MORE!

Tuesdays in May: 10:30am

Take a walk from the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate to the Washington Street Mall with a knowledgeable guide and experience charming Cape May, a National Historic Landmark city, up close. Delight in beautiful gardens as you learn about Victorian architecture and Cape May’s colorful history along the way. Discover the interesting features of various Victorian styles and learn why front porches were so important to Victorian social customs. Tour lasts 45 minutes. Comfortable shoes recommended.

$15 adults, $12 children (ages 3-12)

Orderticketsonlineat www.capemaymac.org

Advance ticket purchase is recommended Purchase tickets online or at the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

For more information, call 609-884-5404

Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC

Map Not to Scale

+Public Rest Rooms

Cape May’s Most Opulent Mansion is OPEN for the 2023 Season!

THE ROOTS of CAPE ISLAND

WEDNESDAYS: 10:30AM STARTING APRIL 19

TROLLEY TOUR

All Trolley tours are open-air

The roots of Cape Island and the surrounding area’s economy are in whaling and farming and while new industries have evolved since then, that heritage is still celebrated today. This 45-minute tour tells you how whalers centuries ago eked out a dangerous but lucrative living near Town Bank and how the area’s rich farming heritage continues to be a source of tremendous community pride. Learn about the Union Bethel community in 1831 in which Black residents thrived and the diverse community that continues to contribute to the vibrancy of island life today.

Adults $20; Children (ages 3-12) $15

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street where tour begins

For more information, call 609-884-5404 • Sponsored by Cape May MAC

SPRING INTO THE CHERRY HOUSE TOUR

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

April 1, 7, 8, 10 & 15: 11am-1pm

637 Hughes St.

Step inside and explore at your own pace more than a dozen rooms decorated for Easter. See stuffed rabbits large and small and recall Easter mornings of yesteryear, with baskets, eggs and spring flowers decorating the private historic 1849 home of hosts Beth and Frank Acker. The Cherry House is located on one of Cape May’s loveliest historic streets. Marvel at a miniature Easter town lit for the holiday displayed on the mantel and a dining table set with special dinnerware for an Easter feast.

TICKETS $15

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

EVENING

Sunset Dolphin Cruise -- page 97

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 12

“Black Footprints on White Sand” -- page 71 7pm

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 12

Lighthouse Full Moon Climb -- page 21

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 11

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, May 5

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Exit Zero Jazz Festival- All day, various venues in Cape May. Info 609-849-9202 or www.exitzerojazzfestival. com.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Saturday, May 6

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Exit Zero Jazz Festival- All day, various venues in Cape May. Info 609-849-9202 or www.exitzerojazzfestival. com.

Historic Cold Spring Village-Village Walking Tours, 11am; Ghost Walks, 7pm, 733 Seashore Rd. Call

609-898-2300. (see page 85)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Sunday, May 7

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Exit Zero Jazz Festival- All day, various venues in Cape May. Info 609-849-9202 or www.exitzerojazzfestival. com.

Hot games

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Parlor games were extremely popular with Victorians, especially at Christmastime. One game was called “Snapdragon,” during which a bunch of raisins were put into a bowl with rum and set on fire. The object of the game was to get the raisins out of the bowl and eat them while they were still on fire. Some games from that era which were simpler and safer are still played today, like charades, and an early version of musical chairs.

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, May 8 & 9

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 64

ALL ABOARD, LIGHTHOUSE LOVERS!

Grand Lighthouse Cruise

CANCELLED

Enjoy a cruise up the Delaware Bay aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher for a day of lighthouse viewing. See seven lighthouses, most visible only from the water. Hear Bay lore on fishing, spawning grounds and more. The cruise includes complimentary continental breakfast in the morning and a lavish buffet lunch. A cash bar is available. Cruise departs at 10am from the Miss Chris Marina, 2nd Avenue and Wilson Drive. Cruise is limited to 175 people. Free parking is available at the marina.

Adults $159.95; children (ages 12 & under) $125

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org or call (609) 884-5404

Co-sponsored by Cape May MAC and the Cape May Whale Watcher TOUR SUBJECT TO CHANGE BY THE CAPE

Children’s Trolley Ride

AllridesTrolley are open-air

Monday-Thursday, April 3-13: 1pm

Adults $15, Children (ages 3-12) $10

Begins at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street where tickets may be purchased

Board MAC’s Jolly Red Trolley for a fun ride geared especially for 3 to 7 year olds. From gingerbread you can’t eat to witches caps on houses and stories of pirates and princesses, kids will be fascinated by “show and tell” along the way. And kids will love the sing-along with the trolley guide! (30-minute ride) All children must be accompanied by an adult. Sorry, we cannot accommodate strollers.

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

Order tickets online at

www.capemaymac.org

Wednesday & Thursday, May 10 & 11

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

EVENING

Sunset Dolphin Cruise -- page 97

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 11 7:45pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12 8:45pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

CAPE MAY’S Forgotten Sports History TROLLEY

All

ridesTrolley are open-air

Saturdays: March 25: 11:45am; April 1: 11:30am

Sunday, May 14: 11am

Starts at the Washington Street Mall

Cape May’s history includes some fascinating stories about sports, such as baseball, tennis and golf, during the 19th and early 20th century. Take this 45-minute trolley tour around Cape May and see where audiences once cheered on their favorite players of yesteryear. Learn about the teams, ball elds, courts and greens that were a vibrant part of America’s First Seaside Resort.

Order

Tickets $20

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

Keep your horse at home

What was life like in the 1890s? For one thing, there were strict rules governing bathing attire.

An 1897 ordinance threatened fines or jail time to those who dared to venture on the beach between the hours of 4 a.m. and 11 p.m. without proper attire. The same ordinance forbade taking a horse or mule into the water during certain times. The ordinance did say, however, that “buff bathing” was allowed on a certain section of beach up until 6 a.m.

EVENING 5/125/135/14

Sunset Dolphin Cruise -- page 97

Historic Haunts Combo Tour -- page 12

Spirits, Oddities & Obsessions Combo Tour -- page 13

Strange Victorian Obsessions House Tour -- page 13

Historic Haunts House Tour -- page 12

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 11

9:15pm

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Friday, May 12

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Saturday, May 13

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale- 9am-2pm, Rotary Park, 400 Lafayette St. Rain date, May 14. Call 609-8849565.

Historic Cold Spring Village-Village Walking Tours, 11am; Ghost Walks, 7pm, 733 Seashore Rd. Call

609-898-2300. (see page 85)

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

Sunday, May 14

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 9am-5pm.

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 72

Street vendors of the Victorian age sold some unusual foods. One popular delicacy was sheep’s feet, which were sold hot or cold. They were called trotters, and could be purchased at a low price from slaughterhouses, so vendors would buy them and prepare them at home by skinning and parboiling them, before selling them to workers in the street. Customers would then suck the meat and fat off the bones.

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BLACK FOOTPRINTS ON WHITE SAND

Historic African American Beaches & Resorts

FRIDAY, MAY 5: 7PM

Cape May Stage, 405 Lafayette St.

The very idea of African Americans enjoying leisure spaces alongside whites was a challenge during the Jim Crow era because it implied Equality. Out of necessity, African American activists and businesspeople created their own beach communities. “Black Footprints on White Sands: Historical African American Beaches and Resorts” explores the past and provides an update on where the imprints touch down now and why.

TICKETS $20

Presented by Cape May MAC in association with Chase Jackson, and hosted by Cape May Stage

For more information on our speaker, visit our website at www.capemaymac.org Order

tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

Monday & Tuesday, May 15 & 16

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 74

CAPE MAY WINE TRAIL

Orderticketsonlineat www.capemaymac.org

Saturdays, April 29 & May 6: 10:45am-5pm

Cape May County vineyards are producing delicious wines and here is your chance to enjoy them with round-trip transportation via Cape May MAC trolley. Board the trolley at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and travel to Pier House in Cape May for a delicious lunch. Then it’s back on board the trolley for an afternoon of touring and sampling wine selections by vintners at Jessie Creek Winery and Natali Vineyards. Guests will receive a tasting and souvenir glass at Jessie Creek Winery and an educational tasting with cheese and crackers at Natali Vineyards. This event is for guests 21 and over.

Tickets $125

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

•Queen Victoria was a prolific writer, writing about 2,500 words every day during her adult life. Although some of her diaries were accidentally destroyed, many of these 122 volumes survive to this day.

•Victoria did not like smoking and had ‘no smoking’ signs placed in almost all the rooms in the palace. She also did not like using the newlyinvented telephone.

Who knew?

•She enjoyed looking at art and was quite a talented artist herself. On several birthdays and anniversaries, she gave her husband a painting depicting nude, or near-nude women.

• Queen Victoria was devastated when her husband died in December, 1861. From that day on, she wore only black and was in a permanent state of mourning.

During her reign, there were at least seven attempts to kill her. Several of the would-be assassins were sent to a mental asylum and were declared insane.

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 51

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 51

Street Mall Information Booth -- page 51

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 78

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 78

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

“Quackery” Exhibit -- page 19

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 9

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 102-103

World War II Lookout Tower -- page 8

MORNING

Dolphin Watch Around Cape May -- page 97

Architectural Walking Tour -- page 23

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour -- page 11

Roots of Cape Island Trolley Tour -- page 59

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10

Wednesday & Thursday, May 17 & 18

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10am4pm. 609-886-8787. (see page 85)

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159.

Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 46)

Down the aisle

NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory- 701 E. Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 46)

THURSDAY ONLY:Spring Sidewalk Sale on the Washington Street Mall- 10am-5pm. Info: www. heartofcapemay.com.

The accepted career for women in the Victorian era was marriage. To get ready for courtship and marriage a girl was groomed like a racehorse. In addition to being able to sing, play an instrument and speak a little French or Italian, the qualities a young Victorian gentlewoman needed were to be innocent, virtuous, biddable, dutiful and be ignorant of intellectual opinion. Yeah, right.

AFTERNOON

Lunch & Learn: The History of Theater in Cape May -- page 77 12Noon

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6 12:30pm, 1:45pm12:30pm, 1:45pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 10 1pm 1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 10 1pm 1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 97

Sunset Dolphin Cruise -- page 97

Murder Mystery Dinner -- page 75

Spirits & Oddities Trolley Tour -- page 11

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 12

Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404

H TROLLEY TOURS BEGIN ON OCEAN STREET ACROSS FROM THE INFORMATION BOOTH H Tours & Activities sponsored by Cape May MAC • www.capemaymac.org

MURDER MYSTERY DINNER

THE PLOT THICKENS

Wednesday, May 17: 7pm Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard St.

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

Enjoy a three-course dinner and watch as the mystery and drama unfold around you during “The Plot Thickens,” an original mystery by Jacky Fazio. Tensions rise when a celebration for an esteemed murder mystery author turns into a crime scene right out of one of her own books. Once the guest of honor is pronounced dead, how will her dedicated staff and adoring fans cope?

Adults $75; Children (ages 3-12) $50

Purchase tickets online or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth or the Carriage House Visitors Center or Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Sponsored by Cape May MAC

For more information, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

Talking to dead people

On top of believing in aliens, Victorians were also strong believers in hypnotism, divination, and spiritualism. Events where attendees could be hypnotized, speak to the dead, or have their futures predicted were extremely popular, and hucksters would make huge money off of gullible Victorians.

City Guide Golf Cart Tour

& IN-PERSON PROGRAMS

LUNCH & LEARN VIRTUAL

Wednesday, April 5

A History of Libraries in the United States

Public libraries have been a community staple for nearly two centuries in the U.S, where patrons of all ages come not only to find their next read, but also to do research, attend a class, try out the latest technology, and so much more. During National Library week, join Cape May County Libraries’ Outreach Librarian, Audrey Dingler, to learn about the beginnings of libraries, the role they play in society today, and our own Cape May County Library system.

Wednesday, April 19

Marvels and Missteps: Medicine During the Victorian Era

The Victorian Era saw considerable advancements in the medical community. However, potent drugs and questionable procedures also rose to predominance. Cape May MAC Curator Ben Ridings talks about the triumphs, tragedies, and tricksters of the medical profession in the era.

Wednesday, May 3

More About Music: Composers of the 2023 Cape May Music Festival

Sure, you’ve probably heard of Bach, Schubert, and Mozart. But most of us aren’t as familiar with Pierné, Golijov, Barber, or Bologne! As our Cape May Music Festival kicks off, Dr. Brenda Leonard familiarizes us with some of the less-well-known composers whose works are being performed in the next few weeks. Perhaps you’ll find a new favorite!

Wednesday, May 17

The History of Theater in Cape May

Roy Steinberg of Cape May Stage takes us on an exploration of theatre history starting with the Orestia of Aeschylus. In particular, he will concentrate on theater in Cape May, from the 19th century opera and vaudeville through the 20th century star packages and summer stock to the creation of theater companies that exist today. The 21st century theater that exists today grew out of that history and we will discuss contemporary Cape May demographics and national trends and union protocols to guess at the future.

Mansions by the Sea

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org

$20 adults; $15 children (ages 3-12)

All Trolley tours are open-air

TROLLEY TOUR

See Calendar for Dates & Times

Don’t be green with envy on this trolley tour when you see how well the rich lived in the early 1900s in the most elegant part of town. You’ll see the broad streets and summer “mansions” on Cape May’s east side on this trolley tour – an area marketed as “New Cape May” at the turn of the 20th Century, for the merely wealthy to the fabulously rich. Tours begin and end at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth, where tickets are sold. 45-minute tour.

For more information, call 609-884-5404 Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC

FREE FAMILY FUN!

Accessible trolley tours are available but must be pre-arranged at least 48 hours in advance by calling 609-884-5404 (press 0)

Cape May MAC has a couple of ways to get the family together for some fresh air and FREE family fun while getting a taste of some of the town’s unique historical treasures!

Physick EstatE scavEngEr hunt

Have an adventure at the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate! Use our map to explore the grounds and find the answers to questions about the Physick family and life in Victorian times on this educational scavenger hunt. Includes map and clues.

Cape May FaMily Treasure HunT

Confiscate the electronic devices and get the whole family together for a fun time! Architecture is lots of fun, especially when you look at it from a kid’s perspective and set out in search of witches’ hats and fish scales. This packet includes a clues sheet and map that will take you on a self-guided discovery tour, set to your own pace (answer sheet also included). (Only one packet is needed per family). Co-sponsored by Cape May MAC and Preservation New Jersey. Both activities are available daily FREE (donations accepted), at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth, the Hill House office or the Carriage House Visitors Center at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. (see Calendar for times)

For more information, call (609) 884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

AttracOther Attractions

CAPE MAY BIRD OBSERVATORY

For activities sponsored by NJ Audubon Cape May Bird Observatory, stop by 701 East Lake Drive, Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 or visit njaudubon.org/ centers/cape-may-bird-observatory. See page 46.

CAPE MAY HISTORIC ACCOMMODATIONS

Call the hotline to check on current availability, 7 days a week, from 11am to 7pm. Call 609-884-0080 or visit capemaylodging.com. See page 87.

CAPE MAY FIREMEN’S MUSEUM

Display of fire-fighting artifacts. Free. Washington & Franklin Sts.

CAPE MAY-LEWES FERRY

Take a break and forget about fighting traffic! Relax on board the ferry. Call for details 800-643-3779 or visit www.capemaylewesferry.com.

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. Visit the Oil House Visitors Orientation Center & Museum Shop. Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org. See page 9.

CAPE MAY POINT STATE PARK

Nature walks, slide shows, lectures, programs for kids. All programs are free and fun for the whole family. 609-884-2159 or visit njparksandforests. org/parks/capemaypointstatepark.html.

CAPE MAY STAGE

Professional equity theatre in Cape May. Robert Shackleton Playhouse at Bank & Lafayette Streets. 609-884-1341 or visit capemaystage.org. See page 94.

CAPE MAY WHALE WATCHER

See dolphins, whales, and pelagic birds. Miss Chris Marina, 2nd & Wilson Drive. 609-884-5445 or visit capemaywhalewatcher.com. See page 97.

CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS

Black history tours; art classes and supplies; and WCFA-FM, 101.5 community radio. 717 Franklin St., call 609-884-7525 or visit centerforcommunityarts. org.

CHAMBER OF COMMERCE OF GREATER CAPE MAY

For information about accommodations, restaurants and shops or for a copy of the Cape May Guidebook, call 609-884-5508 or visit capemaychamber.com.

EAST LYNNE THEATER COMPANY

Equity professional theater at the historic First Presbyterian Church, Decatur and Hughes streets. Call 609-884-5898 or visit eastlynnetheater.org.See page 91.

and TOURS

EMLEN PHYSICK ESTATE

Cape May’s only Victorian house museum. See Calendar for schedule. 1048 Washington St. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org. See page 6.

FORGOTTEN WARRIORS VIETNAM MUSEUM

This museum at Cape May County Airport pays tribute to the sacrifices of our Korean and Vietnam War veterans. Call 609-374-2987.

HARRIET TUBMAN MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY

A tribute to the famous abolitionist who helped fund her efforts during her time spent in Cape May. Lafayette & Franklin Streets. Check website for hours. harriettubmanmuseum.org.

HEREFORD INLET LIGHTHOUSE

Visit this charming 1874 Victorian Gothic 4th Order Lighthouse. Enjoy a peaceful walk in the gardens. Tour the lighthouse & gift shop. Nestled in quiet surroundings of old Anglesea Village. 609-6001561 or visit herefordinletlighthouse.com. See page 86.

HISTORIC COLD SPRING VILLAGE

Early American open-air living history museum. 720 Route 9 (between Cape May & Rio Grande). Call 609-898-2300 or visit hcsv.org. See page 85.

MEMUCAN HUGHES COLONIAL HOUSE MUSEUM

653½ Washington St. (next to City Hall) Operated by the Greater Cape May Historical Society. Open Wed-Sat 1pm-4pm. 1730colonialhouse@ gmail.com or 609-884-9100 (email preferred) Capemayhistory.org.

NATURE

CENTER OF CAPE MAY

1600 Delaware Ave. An environmental facility for all ages. Workshops, field trips & seminars for adults and children. Learn about the diversity of animals and plants that are found along the harbor. Call 609-898-8848 or visit njaudubon.org/ centers/nature-center-of-cape-may.See page 46.

NAVAL AIR STATION WILDWOOD AVIATION MUSEUM

Cape May County Airport. See dozens of airplanes, jets, helicopters - even an atomic bomb in a spectacular World War II hangar. Pet-friendly. 609-886-8787 or visit usnasw.org. See page 85.

WORLD WAR II LOOKOUT TOWER MUSEUM & MEMORIAL

Climb the fully restored Fire Control Tower No. 23 and learn how the guns at Fort Miles were aimed during World War II. Sunset Blvd. near Sunset Beach. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac. org. See page 8.

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Scan to download the free mobile app: Presented by Cape May MAC

Cape May Presbyterian Church

You are welcome to worship with us any Sunday, in person, on Facebook Live, or on Youtube at your leisure.

9am Traditional Worship with organ • 11am Celebration Worship with jazz On Holy Week, you will be welcome to any of the following services:

• Palm Sunday services at 9 am and 11 am

• Maundy Thursday 7:30 pm including communion

• Good Friday 9 am Stations of the Cross begins at Congress Hall (with other Cape May churches)

• Easter Sunrise Service at 6:30 am at Decatur Street Beach. Please note this year’s location, due to construction at the Cove. Dress warmly and bring a chair if you’ll need one!

• Easter morning 9 am and 11 am services

Other events include:

· Introducing the Friendly Mug Club—for those who’ve lost a spouse and could use a friend! March 30— email the church for details.

· Spring Bake Sale from 11 am to 1 pm on Saturday, April 15

· Jazz Vespers: On April 16 vocalist Sharon Sable and her band; on May 21, guitarist Mike Ian! At 3 pm for only a $10 donation.

· Follow us on Facebook for other activities and updates! You can find us on any time on our website, Facebook, Instagram, and Youtube, or by sending us an email or giving us a call.

As always, we are praying for you, and wishing you the many blessings of Lent and Easter!

LIFE-SAVING BOAT ON DISPLAY

AT THE CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

215 Lighthouse Ave. off Sunset Boulevard Cape May Point State Park

SEE PG. 9

SEE CALENDAR FOR LIGHTHOUSE HOURS

This circa 1800s-1930s boat helps illuminate life saving history at the Jersey Shore and is an integral part of U.S. Life Saving Service & U.S. Coast Guard history. Come learn more on your next Lighthouse visit.

The boat is a restoration project of the Cape May Maritime and Educational Center and will be on long-term display here, in association with Cape May MAC

THREE GOOD REASONS FOR EARLY SPRING DINING AT

(in addition to the fantastic food!)

1. Delightful Setting & Free Parking

Vintage is located at 1048 Washington St. on the grounds of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May’s only Victorian house museum. It has plenty of free parking on premises, and the tent overlooking the beautiful gardens and grounds makes for an amazing dining experience.

2. 15% Off for Cape May MAC Members*

Just show your Cape May MAC Membership card, and get 15% off. That’s a great reason to become a Cape May MAC Member, too! Memberships are available at the Carriage House Visitors Center or online at capemaymac.org/support/membership/ * Discount applies to membership cardholder only

3. Cape May Winery Wines

Purchase a bottle of the perfect wine to complement your meal, with a wide variety available at the Carriage House Visitors Center.

For more information on Vintage, see page 93

For more information on Cape May MAC, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org

Reknowned Playwrights

Tony Award Winning Actors

World Premiere Plays

Talented Broadway Singers

New Play ReadingsClassic Movies

Holiday Entertainment

Curated Collections

Mrs. Ralston’s Garden Party Candle

Floral Lincrusta ScarfWilliam Morris Leicester Earrings

Fill your life with good things.

CAPE MAY’S HOT NEW CHEESE & CHARCUTERIE BOUTIQUE

Cheese Boards • Charcuterie Boards

CHOCuterie Boards & All Things Cheese

CAPEMAYCHEESE.COM

304 Washington St. Cape May 609-305-4060 • www.capemaycheese.com

OH, NUTS....

Hot & Spicy... Sugar & Spice... and everything in between!

1298 Hornet Rd., Cape May Airport 609-435-5429 • www.wingnutz.net

EXOTIC SPICES FROM AROUND THE GLOBE

Handcrafted, small-batch spices & seasonings

324 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May 609-898-4441 • www.spicecellar.net

FLAVOR-INFUSED OLIVE OIL & BALSAMIC VINEGAR

Finest quality products for food lovers! Oils • Balsamics • Spices • Dips • Mustards

Bruschettas • Sauces • Gifts

324 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May 609-898-4441 • www.capemayoliveoilcompany.com

SPREAD THE LOVE!

Sweet & savory treats inspired by the American classic NUT BUTTERS • JAMS • HONEY

CANDY • COFFEE, TEA & COCOA

Peanut Butter Dog Treats & Pet-Friendly Courtyard

516 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May 609-898-4444 • www.capemaypeanutbutterco.com

Find us behind the horses & carriages at 315 Ocean St., Cape May

YOUR TRIP IS NOT complete

UNTIL YOU CROSS THE street!

The Shoppes at Washington Commons has something for everyone

Discover your new favorite shop! (and enjoy convenient parking, free for the first 30 minutes!)

Boutiques

Beach Bling etc.

Bella

Cape May Surf

Seaweeds by the Sea

Islander

Food & Drink

Out There Coffee

Mario’s Pizzeria

Cione Gelato

George’s Place

Cape May Grilled Cheese Co.

Baby Gifts & Clothing

Arden’s Kids

Home Decor

Seaglass Home

Photo Printshop

Cape May Snaps

Pet Gifts & Treats

Dog Days of Cape May

Crafts

Stitch by Stitch Spa Li Li

Got a match?

Help us light the fire under our matching funds campaign

Cape May MAC is embarking on a project to install an HVAC system and fire suppression in the Physick House Museum. We’ve secured the planning and capital grants but now we need the matching funds. Your contribution to help us meet that match is greatly appreciated. Together, we will bring these plans through to fruition.

You can donate by CLICKING HERE

There’s no better way to enjoy Cape May than as a Cape May MAC Member!

And remember, your support helps Cape May MAC with the preservation of all the things you love about Cape May!

As a member of Cape May MAC, your membership dues directly supports our mission of promoting preservation, culture and the arts in Cape May. You also play a role in continuing our non-profit’s 50+ year history of interpreting Cape May’s heritage – from our inception by rescuing the Emlen Physick Estate from demolition, to developing Victorian era tourism, restoring the historic Cape May Lighthouse and World War II Lookout Tower, providing museum education, celebrating the arts by creating the Cape May Music Festival, and leading the way in expanding the region’s tourism season.

And remember, your Membership is tax-deductible and brings with it free and discounted tours, discounts in our Museum Shops and Vintage BYOB, advance notice of upcoming events and more!

Your Membership Matters!

For more information or to join, visit

www.capemaymac.org/support/membership/

Becoming a Cape May MAC member, or renewing your existing membership, is a true investment in keeping this mission alive for generations to come. There is no better way to show your love and appreciation for Cape May’s past than to invest in its future.

Church/Synagogue Directory

PLEASE CALL TO CONFIRM SERVICES

BEADLE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH506 Cape Ave., Cape May Point, NJ; Summer worship: 10am • 609-898-0536

BETH JUDAH TEMPLE - Pacific & Spencer Aves., Wildwood - In-person, live stream & Zoom services. Check calendar @ www.bethjudahtemple.org for inperson dates and times. • 609-522-7541

BOTTOMLINE CHURCH - at Utsch’s Marina, 1121 Rt. 109, Cape May. Services Sundays 8am, MarchDecember • 609-703-0448.

CALVARY CHAPEL CAPE MAY- 596 Seashore Rd., Erma. Services 8:30am & 10:30am Sunday, 7pm Wednesday

CAPE COMMUNITY CHURCH- 1159 Rte. 9, Cape May Court House. Services 10:30am Sundays • 609465-2338.

CAPE MAY BEACH SUNDAY SCHOOL - Clubhouse

Dr. & Elwood Rd., Town Bank- Non-demoninational worship Memorial Weekend through Labor Day. Sundays: 9:30am • 609-889-1498.

CAPE MAY PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - Decatur & Hughes Sts., Cape May- 8:30am beach service; 11am jazz service. • 609-884-3949

CAPE ISLAND BAPTIST CHURCH - Columbia Ave. & Gurney St., Cape May- Sunday School: 9:45am; Worship: 11am; Bible Study, Tuesdays at 6:30pm • 609884-3917

CAPE MAY LUTHERAN CHURCH - 509 Pittsburgh Avenue, Cape May- Sundays: 10am • 609-884-2181

CAPE MAY UNITED METHODIST CHURCH - 635 Washington St. (next to City Hall)- Sundays: 10:30am; (also June-Labor Day, 8am at Cove Pavilion) • 609884-3792

COLD SPRING PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH (OLD BRICK) - 780 Seashore Rd., Cold Spring- Sundays 10:30am ~ 609-884-4065

COVENANT PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH - 123 Fishing Creek Rd., N. Cape May- Sunday School 9:15am • Worship 10:15am • 609-886-2448

EPISCOPAL CHURCH of the ADVENT - Franklin & Washington Sts., Cape May- Sundays: 8am & 10:30am. (10:30am service also online on YouTube, Cape May Advent channel) • 609-884-3065

FIRST ASSEMBLY OF GOD - 1068 Seashore Rd., Cold Spring- Sundays: 10am • 609-884-2424

MACEDONIA BAPTIST CHURCH - Lafayette & Franklin Sts., Cape May- Sundays: 11am • 609-884-3270

OUR LADY STAR of the SEA R.C. CHURCH - 525 Washington St., Cape May- Saturdays: 4pm, 5:30pm; Sundays: 7am, 8am, 9:30am (live-streamed), 11am, 6pm • 609-884-5312

SEASHORE CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE - 446 Seashore Rd., Erma. Sundays: 8:45am & 11am. 609886-6196.

7th DAY ADVENTIST CHURCH - 1 West 4th Avenue, Mayville • 609-861-2020- Sabbath School: 9:30am Saturdays • Worship Service: 11am Saturdays; Prayer Meeting: 7:30pm Tuesdays

SOCIETY OF FRIENDS - Seaville Monthly Meeting, 3088 South Shore Rd., Seaville. 10am. All welcome. ST. PETER’S BY-THE-SEA EPISCOPAL CHURCH102 Lake Dr., Cape May Point. Sundays: 9am. • Call 609-898-4318.

TABERNACLE UNITED METHODIST CHURCH702 Seashore Rd.-Erma, Cape May. Sunday worship 9:15am, Sunday School 10:30am. www.ermatabernacle.org.

UNION CHAPEL - Non-Denominational - 317 Cape Ave., Cape May Point- 856-785-2652 • Services Sunday: 11am.

UU CONGREGATION OF THE SOUTH JERSEY SHORE- Sundays, 10am. Call 609-965-9400 for directions or visit www.uucsjs.org CALL

To all churches: If your denomination is not listed and you serve the visitors and residents of Cape May or would like to change your service times, please call 609-884-5404

THE ANTIQUE DOORKNOB

Specializing in Architectural Antiques: Lighting, Mantels, Stained Glass & Original Restored Pieces

Open Year-Round 10:30-4:30; Sundays 11-4 600 Park Blvd., West Cape May • 609-884-6282