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THIS WEEK in CAPE MAY

Vol. LI Number 11 Nov. 16-Jan. 1, 2024

HOLIDAY PREVIEW WEEKEND PG.SEE12 CHRISTMAS TOURS & EVENTS “ALL THAT GLITTERS” TROLLEY TOUR..................................................................25 “AN OLD FASHIONED CHRISTMAS” EXHIBIT.....................................................14 ATLANTIC BRASS BAND HOLIDAY CONCERT.....................................................13 BREAKFAST WITH SANTA AT THE INN OF CAPE MAY.......................................35 BRUNCH & BINGO AT THE INN OF CAPE MAY..................................................35 CHOCOLATE BY THE BAY........................................................................................ 54 CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY...........................................................13 COMBINATION TROLLEY & PHYSICK FAMILY CHRISTMAS TOUR................ 10 EVENING YULETIDE HOUSE TOUR........................................................................11 GHOSTS OF CHRISTMAS PAST TROLLEY RIDE...................................................19 HOLIDAY CRAFTS & COLLECTIBLES SHOW........................................................47 HOLIDAY INNS TOUR................................................................................................47 HOLIDAY LIGHTS TROLLEY RIDE...........................................................................19 LAMPLIGHTER CHRISTMAS TOUR.........................................................................39 MISSING THE MISTLETOE & DINNER AT VINTAGE............................................38 PHYSICK FAMILY CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOUR..................................................... 10 SANTA’S TROLLEY RIDE.............................................................................................19 ‘TIS THE SEASON: MISSING THE MISTLETOE......................................................11

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT SEE PG. 9 HOUSE TOURS THIS WEEK IN CAPE MAY Published by Cape May MAC

C e l e b r at i n g H i s to ry ... E n r i ch i n g L i v e s P.O. Box 340 • 1048 Washington St., Cape May, NJ 08204 • (609) 884-5404 Editors Jody Alessandrine • Mary Stewart Designer ... Jean Barraclough

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For advertising information, contact JOE McLAUGHLIN, Advertising Representative (609) 224-6120 or (609) 884-5404, ext. 1-135 • jmclaughlin@capemaymac.org Copyright © 2023 Cape May MAC. All rights reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part without written permission is prohibited.

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on CALENDAR starts INFO/TICKETS Pg. 42 CAPE MAY MAC APP Pg. 74 page 20

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE...... 8 CHILDREN’S ACTIVITIES

Climb 199 steps to the top!

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt...42 Cape May Lighthouse...................... 8 Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt......42 Whale & Dolphin Watching...........93

Memorial Brick Pavers..................... 72 Monomoy Life-Saving Boat.......... 84

EMLEN PHYSICK ESTATE... 6-7

Tour Cape May’s only Victorian house museum

Combination Trolley/ Physick Estate Tour...................... 30 Physick Estate Matching Funds Campaign....................... 102 Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt......42

PERFORMING ARTS

Cape May Stage........................... 87 East Lynne Theater Company.... 85

Facebook.........................................106 Tax Deductible Cape May MAC Membership............... 100-101 Cape May MAC’s Museum Shops & Online Shop........................... 77, 98 Wedding & Party Services.................86

CAPE MAY ACTIVITIES

Holiday Crafts & Collectibles Show....................... 47 Lunch & Learn..................................70 “An Old Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit.......................14

CAPE MAY TOURS

Boat Tours Whale & Dolphin Watching...........93 City Guide Golf Cart Tours.................. 73 Group Tours of Cape May.................. 73

TROLLEY TOURS

Combination Trolley/ Physick Estate Tour...................... 30 Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour. 54 Historic District Trolley Tour........... 30

FOOD & WINE

Breakfast with Santa at Inn of Cape May.................... 35 Brunch & Bingo at Inn of Cape May......................... 35 Chocolate by the Bay....................54 Vintage.......................................88-89 Missing the Mistletoe & Dinner at Vintage................... 38

INDEX TO ADVERTISERS Tours & Attractions.................. 79 Services/Accommodations.... 83 Dining/Entertainment............ 85 Shopping.................................. 90

CAPE MAY MAP pages 56-57 Cape May Area Organizations...........................................................................71 Cape May Historic Accommodations............................................................... 81 Church/Synagogue Directory........................................................................106 5

A Victorian Christmas! ORDER TICKETS ONLINE AT CAPEMAYMAC.ORG

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

1048 WASHINGTON ST.

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 “An Old-Fashioned Christmas,” the exhibit in the Carroll Gallery through Jan. 1. (see page 14). 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.

MORE WAYS TO ENJOY THE PHYSICK ESTATE AT CHRISTMAS TIME! Historic site administered by Cape May MAC

For more information call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org 6

MORE WAYS TO SEE THE

Emlen Physick Estate 1048 WASHINGTON ST. A tour of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate lets you step back into a Victorian Christmas, but there’s more than one way to enjoy the 18-room Victorian house museum!

‘TIS THE SEASON: MISSING THE MISTLETOE Can love find a lonely heiress at the Physick Estate before Christmas? Find out in this interactive holiday mystery ...SEE PAGE 11

PHYSICK FAMILY CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOUR Experience a Victorian Christmas in Cape May through the eyes of a Physick Family member in the early 1900s...SEE PAGE 10

EVENING YULETIDE HOUSE TOUR

A guided evening tour of the first floor rooms of the authentically decorated Physick House, plus a visit to the Carriage House to see the OldFashioned Christmas Exhibit ...SEE PAGE 11

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 PAGES 30

For more information, call 609-884-5404 Sponsored by Cape May MAC 7

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 (Last climb 15 minutes before closing)

Lighthouse Brick Paver Program See page 72 Monomoy Life-Saving Boat See page 84

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)

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

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 site administered by Cape May MAC 8

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT

HOUSE TOURS

Saturdays, Dec. 2, 9 & 16 5:30-8:30pm

The jewel in the crown of our holiday season, this walking tour takes you into a selection of beautifully decorated homes, B&B inns and churches. Included is the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, decked out in authentic Victorian style and the Estate’s 1876 Carriage House where you’ll enter a holiday wonderland and feel like a kid again when you see our extensive Dept. 56 Dickens Village collection beneath the boughs of our giant Christmas tree in our “Old Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit. A not-to-be-missed holiday experience for the whole family!

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Physick Estate PHYSICK FAMILY CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOUR

Step back in time to Christmas of more than 100 years ago...

Friday-Sunday, Nov. 24-Dec. 23: 12:30pm, 1:45pm & 3pm Take a guided, living history tour of the magnificent 1879 Physick House Museum, decorated in authentic Victorian style for Christmas, presented through the eyes of a Physick family member in the early 1900s. Included is admission to the holiday exhibit in the Carroll Gallery, “An Old-Fashioned Christmas.” (see page 14).

1048 WASHINGTON ST., CAPE MAY Adults: $20; Children (3-12): $15

COMBINATION TROLLEY/ PHYSICK FAMILY CHRISTMAS HOUSE TOUR

Friday-Sunday, Nov. 24-Dec. 23: See Calendar for times

Enjoy a guided trolley tour of Cape May’s Historic District, followed by a living history tour of Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, the Physick House Museum, (see page 6), decorated in true Victorian style for Christmas, presented through the eyes of a member of the Physick family in the early 1900s. Includes admission to “An Old-Fashioned Christmas” exhibit in the Carroll Gallery. (see page 14)

Adults $38; children (3-12) $28 Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or the Carriage House Visitors Center or the Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tour presented by Cape May MAC • Call 609-884-5404 10

at Christmas ‘TIS THE SEASON: Missing the Mistletoe at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Wednesday, Nov. 29: 6:30pm & 7:30pm; Wednesdays & Fridays, Dec. 1-22: 6:30pm & 7:30pm BY JACKIE FAZIO

The townsfolk of Cape May are buzzing with excitement, especially after a fresh blanket of snow brings them closer to the big day. All except for Adeline Baker, the sole heiress of the Baker family fortune, who is quite fed up with being alone. Each potential suitor has been less promising than the last. Can you help Adeline find love in time for Christmas? Or will she spend another holiday season alone? Immerse yourself COMBINE WITH in this delightful and inspiring Victorian Christmas story that takes place on the first floor of the Physick House. Tickets DINNER AT are limited; advance purchase recommended. VINTAGE SEE PG. 38 Adults: $25; Children (3-12): $20

Evening Yuletide House Tour Tuesdays & Thursdays, Nov. 28-Dec. 28: 6pm & 7pm

Take this guided tour of the first-floor rooms of the 1879 Physick House Museum, authentically decorated for a Victorian Christmas. See and hear how the Physick family might have entertained friends and family and celebrated in traditional Victorian fashion during the holidays. Afterwards, visit the Carriage House and see “An Old-fashioned Christmas” exhibit in the Carroll Gallery (see page 14). This popular annual display features a huge Christmas tree, model trains, and an elaborate Dept 56 Dickens Village collection.

Adults $20; children (3-12) $15 Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org or at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or the Carriage House Visitors Center or the Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tour presented by Cape May MAC • Call 609-884-5404 11

Holiday Preview Weekend Friday-Sunday, Nov. 17-19 Get a head start on the Holiday season! Santa and his elves have decked out the Physick Estate with thousands of lights and holiday trimmings. Enjoy a wide variety of holiday tours and events including:

• Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony, sponsored by Sturdy Savings Bank (see page 13) • “An Old-Fashioned Christmas” exhibit in the Carroll Gallery (see page 14) • Free self-guided tours of the Physick House Museum (Saturday, Nov. 18, 5pm-8:30pm ONLY) (see page 6) • Atlantic Brass Band Concert (see page 13) • Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides (see page 19) • Holiday Lights Trolley Rides (see page 19) • Brunch & Bingo at the Inn of Cape May (see page 35) Plus caroling and plenty of good, old-fashioned holiday cheer! For more information, call 609-884-5404 Sponsored by Cape May MAC 12

Christmas Tree

Lighting Ceremony Saturday, Nov. 18: 7pm Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Sponsored by

Visit the festively-decorated Physick Estate and watch as Santa arrives and flips the switch on the big tree! Before the Tree Lighting, enjoy a free

ATLANTIC BRASS BAND

HOLIDAY CONCERT

STARTS AT 5:30PM The Atlantic Brass Band, under the baton of Salvatore Scarpa, presents a program of wonderful holiday favorites, the perfect opening of our Holiday Preview Weekend and annual Tree Lighting Ceremony.

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

An Old-Fashioned Christmas Daily through Dec. 31*; check Calendar for times *Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day Enter a holiday wonderland that transports you back to merry old England with our extensive Dept. 56 Dickens Village collection beneath the boughs of our giant Christmas tree. There’s even a place to drop off your letters to Santa! FREE ADMISSION The Carriage House is fully accessible

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Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Ride

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Listen to dramatic tales of Christmas woe featuring Victorian ghosts, told by a member of the East Lynne Theater Company, on this ride along the historic streets of Cape May. You’ll be happy you live now, not then. Rides begin and end at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth (GPS address 526 Washington St.

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

Advance reservation strongly recommended.

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride Offered Nov. 18 and 24-30; Dec. 1-31: No tours Dec. 2, 9, 16, 18, 24 & 25; See Calendar for Times

Listen to Christmas music and enjoy hearing about the history of many of the Christmas traditions of today. Victorian Cape May is outstanding at Christmas and this is a ride to share with friends and family! Rides begin and end at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth (GPS address 526 Washington St.

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

Santa’s Trolley Ride Nov. 25 & 26; Saturdays & Sunday, Dec. 2-23 See Calendar for Times

Bring the kids to the Physick Estate at 1048 Washington St. for a ride around town with stories and songs led by Mrs. Claus. Santa will greet the children with a sweet treat at the gazebo on the grounds. Rides begin and end at the Physick Estate except Saturday, Nov. 18, when rides with begin and end at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth.

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

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org or purchase at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or the Carriage House Visitors Center or the Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Rides presented by Cape May MAC • Call 609-885-5404 For information about accessible Trolley Tours, call 609-884-5404

Friday, Saturday & Sunday November 17, 18 & 19 Information/Tickets

11/17

11/18

11/19

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10pm-5pm

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

11am-2pm, 5pm-8pm

10am-9:15pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/17

11/18

11/19

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/17

11/18

11/19

Brunch & Bingo at the Inn of Cape May -- page 35

9am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/17

11/18

11/19

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-4pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm

1pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 93

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

3pm

Victorian Christmas Traditions

Holly was more popular than mistletoe for various reasons, the most important being price. Holly cost less than half the price of mistletoe, and there was more of it. Holly can be grown in any hedge, while mistletoe grows only in the branches of specific trees, such as apple and hawthorn. Thus, mistletoe was frequently seen as the purchase of the wealthy classes or those who hosted parties. As such, it became something of a status symbol to have some in your house. A few weeks before Christmas, street vendors often scrounged the neighborhoods of London for holly. It was a precarious trade, however, since vendors often had to trespass onto private grounds and land to obtain these festive branches. If caught by the master of the house or its servants, the vendor was lucky to have only the holly taken away from him. To obtain mistletoe, vendors had to trespass in orchards and often faced danger from dogs, traps and spring guns. Thus, they scrounged for mistletoe much more rarely. 20

EVENING

11/17

11/18

CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY -- page 13

5pm-7:30pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

5pm-8:30pm

Atlantic Brass Band Concert -- page 13

5:30pm-7pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

6:15pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour -- page 54

7pm, 8pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

11/19

7pm 7:45pm, 8:30pm, 9:15pm

Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Ride -- page 19

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, November 17 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159. Historic Cold Spring Village- Guided Village Walking Tour, 11am, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 80) 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 65) 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Saturday, November 18 nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 65) 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159. Cape May’s The Last Waltz- 7pm-9pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-5508. Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/

Sunday, November 19 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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.- 10am-4pm.

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Victorian Christmas Traditions

Wassail punch was a popular winter drink made from a mixture of fruit, cider and spices. Victorians served it to carolers who went from house to house singing Christmas carols and hymns. After all the carols were sung, the carolers were invited into the houses of Victorian families to share a sip of wassail from the communal wassail bowl. This tradition of inviting carolers for a sip of wassail began in the Elizabethan era. 21

CALENDAR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 21

Monday & Tuesday November 20 & 21 Information/Tickets

11/20

11/21

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/20

11/21

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/20

11/21

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/20

11/21

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm

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

Monday & Tuesday, November 20 & 21 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

Victorian Christmas Traditions

During the Victorian era, oysters were plentiful and cheap. Small oysters were often sold as fast food on the streets, as well as pickled to keep for later. Bigger oysters were either put in stews and pies or eaten on their own. Oysters were also frequently consumed in public houses and went nicely with a pint of stout beer. Knowing this, it comes as no surprise that, in this era, the demand for oysters, which were also known as “the poor man’s protein,” was high. For those who could not afford any other meat, it was oysters and not turkey that was most often the centerpiece of the Christmas dinner. 22

Wednesday & Thursday November 22 & 23 Information/Tickets

11/22

11/23

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

11/22

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

MORNING

11/22

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/22

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm

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Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm

9am-5pm

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

Wednesday, November 22 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Aviation Museum- Cape May County Airport- 10amCape 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 65)

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Victorian Christmas Traditions

The Victorians were extremely fond of entertainment and parlor games, and there was no better time for that than Christmas. Parlor games were entertaining, helped pass the time, and cheered everyone up during times when there was little else to do. At times, however, these games were downright dangerous and reckless. Take snapdragon, for example. During this game, a bunch of raisins were piled into a bowl with rum and then the rum was set on fire. The task was to snatch the raisins out of the bowl and eat them while they were still ablaze. 23

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday November 24, 25 & 26 Information/Tickets

11/24

11/25

11/26

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10pm-5pm

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

11am-9:15pm

10am-9:15pm

11am-2:15pm, 5pm-9:15pm

ALL DAY

11/24

11/25

11/26

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

Holiday Crafts & Collectibles Show -- page 47

10am-4pm

MORNING

11/24

11/25

Breakfast with Santa at the Inn of Cape May -- page 35

11/26

8:30am-12:30pm

Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

10am, 11am

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/24

11/25

11/26

12Noon

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-4pm

Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 93 Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

3pm

Friday, November 24 nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 65) 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Black Friday on the Mall- Washington Street Mall, 2pm4pm. Call 609-884-5508. 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/

EVENING

11/24

11/25

11/26

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

6:15pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Ride -- page 19

8:30pm, 9:15pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

8:30pm, 9:15pm

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

Saturday, November 25 nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 65) 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES Black Friday on the Mall- Washington Street Mall, 2pm4pm. Call 609-884-5508. 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/

Sunday, November 26 nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 65) 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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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ALL THAT GLITTERS TROLLEY TOUR

Victorians Ring in a New Century! Friday & Saturday, Dec. 1-23 See Calendar for Times

TROLLEY TOUR It’s the Christmas season in the late Victorian age and Mrs. Frances ARE OP S EN Brooks leads this first-person trolley tour as she does her important AIR. DRES S W ARMLY! holiday shopping around town, regaling all with then and now stories of the many shops, hotels, landmarks and personalities that make up the lively Cape Island social landscape of her time. This tour immerses you in Cape May social history and takes two steps back in time, as Mrs. Brooks reflects on her present and her past, including memories of her dearest friends, the Physicks.

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

Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org or buy at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or the Carriage House Visitors Center or the Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tour presented by Cape May MAC • Call 609-884-5404 For information about accessible Trolley Tours, call 609-884-5404

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Monday & Tuesday November 27 & 28 Information/Tickets

11/27

11/28

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-5pm

10am-9pm

11am-2pm, 5pm-8:15pm

ALL DAY

11/27

11/28

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

10am-9pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

10am-9pm

MORNING

11/27

11/28

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/27

11/28

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm

11/27

11/28

6:15pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm

EVENING Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19 Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

7pm, 8pm

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

Monday & Tuesday, November 27 & 28 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Victorian Christmas Traditions

Christmasing was a Christmas tradition whereby vendors gathered various festive branches, such as mistletoe and holly, and sold them for profit in the days before Christmas. Houses, pubs, inns and churches were heavily decorated with these festive branches and often, puddings and sometimes even mince pies were decorated in this way, also. 26

Wednesday & Thursday November 29 & 30 Information/Tickets

11/29

11/30

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

11am-2pm, 5pm-8:15pm

ALL DAY

11/29

11/30

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

MORNING

11/29

11/30

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

11/29

11/30

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm

11/29

11/30

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

EVENING ‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11 Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

6:30pm, 7:30pm 6:15pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm

6:15pm, 7:15pm, 8:15pm

Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

7pm, 8pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

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

Wednesday & Thursday, November 29 & 30 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday December 1, 2 & 3 Information/Tickets

12/1

12/2

12/3

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

9am-8pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10pm-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

12Noon-9:15pm

10am-8pm

11am-9:15pm

ALL DAY

12/1

12/2

12/3

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

12/1

12/2

12/3

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

Breakfast with Santa at the Inn of Cape May -- page 35

8:30am-12:30pm 8:30am-12:30pm

Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

10am, 11am

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

12/1

12/2

12/3

12Noon

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-4pm

Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

2:30pm, 3:30pm

2:15pm

2pm

3pm

AFTERNOON Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 93 All That Glitters Trolley Tour -- page 25

3:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

Friday, December 1 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Cape May Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony- 7pm, Rotary Park, 400-490 Lafayette St. Call 609-8849565. 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 65) 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

EVENING

12/1

‘Tis the Season & Dinner at Vintage -- page 38

12/2

12/3

5pm

Lamplighter Christmas Tour -- page 39

5:30pm-7:30pm

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOUR -- page 9

5:30pm-8:30pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11

6:30pm, 7:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Ride -- page 19

8:30pm, 9:15pm

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

8:30pm, 9:15pm

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

Saturday, December 2 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159. Christmas Parade- 4pm-6pm, Washington Street Mall. Call 609-884-5508. Annual Crafts at Christmas Show- 9am-4pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-8849565. Historic Cold Spring Village- Wassail Day, 11am-3pm, 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Reservations required: 609-898-2300. (see page 65)

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 65) 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.- 10am-4pm. West Cape May Christmas Parade- 5pm-8pm, begins at West Cape May Fire Hall, Broadway. Call 609-884-1005.

Sunday, December 3 609-898-8848 or visit www.njaudubon.org/centers/ nature-center-of-cape-may/ (see page 65) 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159. Annual Crafts at Christmas Show- 9am-3pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-8849565. Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

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Victorian Christmas Traditions

In 1843 Henry Cole asked an artist to make a card for him to send out at Christmas. It featured a family sitting around a dinner table and a Christmas message. The idea seemed to catch on and soon many wealthy Victorian families were sending out their own cards. Victorian children were encouraged to make their own cards and there is even evidence that Queen Victoria had her own children do this. The first printed Christmas cards were very expensive to manufacture, but the price went down dramatically during the Victorian period. This was due to improvements in color printing technology and the new halfpenny postage rate. In 1880 over 11 million Christmas cards were printed!

TROLLEY AROUND TOWN! 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

Trolley tour portion is open-air.

See Calendar for dates & 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)

COMBINATION TROLLEY/ PHYSICK ESTATE TOURS The ultimate Cape May experience! See Calendar for dates & 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 6) Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, 1048 Washington St. (90-minute tour).

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

FOR OTHER TROLLEY TOURS, SEE PAGES 10, 19, 25, 54 Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC Accessible trolley tours are available but must For more information, call 609-884-5404 be pre-arranged at least 48 hours in advance or visit www.capemaymac.org by calling 609-884-5404 (press 0) 30

Lori Schwartz Sales Associate Luxury Living in Cape May

739 Washington St.,Cape May, NJ 08204 Office - 609-884-5800 Cell - 609-305-2541 E-mail: LoriSellsNJCape@gmail.com www.JerseyCapeRealty.com

Dolores Lanzalotti, Broker of Record

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Rhythm of the Sea A Bed and Breakfast on the Ocean’s Edge

““It was peaceful,, well-maintained, right on the ocean and convenient to all of Cape May”””

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Breakfast with Santa At the Inn of Cape May, 7 Ocean St. Order tickets on Nov. 25; Dec. 2, 3, 9 & 16 www.capemaymline at ac.org Seatings at 8:30am, 9am, 9:30am, 10am, 10:30am, 11am, 11:30am, 12Noon & 12:30pm

Share a delicious breakfast with family and friends and welcome special guest Santa Claus, himself, as he visits Cape May. He will meet and greet his fans with time for photos and sharing wish lists. Event is limited. Advance purchase required

28 adults, $18 children (ages 3-12), $ 5 (children under 3, excluding infants) $

For reservations, please call 609-884-5404 Event sponsored by Cape May MAC

Brunch & Bingo

AT THE INN OF CAPE MAY Saturday, Nov. 18: 9am 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.

Order ticket www.capemas online at ymac.org

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 35

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Monday & Tuesday December 4 & 5 Information/Tickets

12/4

12/5

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

12Noon-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/4

12/5

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

AFTERNOON

12/4

12/5

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Holiday Inns Tour -- page 47

1pm-3:30pm

EVENING

12/4

12/5

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19 Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

6pm, 7pm

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

Monday & Tuesday, December 4 & 5 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Victorian Christmas Traditions

Many people think that Prince Albert (Queen Victoria’s husband) was responsible for shaping how Christmas was celebrated by British Victorian families. He was born in Germany, where evergreen trees were traditionally brought into the home at Christmas time and decorated (with candles, sweets and fruit). In 1848, the royal family was pictured celebrating Christmas around a decorated tree, and the fashion for Christmas trees spread very quickly from this point on. 36

Wednesday & Thursday December 6 & 7 Information/Tickets

12/6

12/7

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

12Noon-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/6

12/7

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

AFTERNOON

12/6

12/7

Lunch & Learn: The 175-Year History of Star of the Sea -- page 70

12Noon

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Holiday Inns Tour -- page 47

1pm-3:30pm

EVENING

12/6

12/7

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19 Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

6pm, 7pm

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11

6:30pm, 7:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

East Lynne Theater Company: Lennie’s Christmas Extravaganza -- page 85

7pm 7pm

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

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Victorian Christmas Traditions

The first Victorian mince pies were made of meat (a recipe that dates from Tudor times), but the mince pies made later in the 19th century didn’t contain meat and were pretty much like the ones we enjoy today. 37

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Wednesday & Thursday, December 6 & 7 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159. (WEDNESDAY ONLY) Free Concert: Angelus Community Singers- 7pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. 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 65) 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 64) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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‘TIS THE SEASON: Missing the Mistletoe & DINNER at VINTAGE at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Fridays, Dec. 1-22: 5pm BY JACKIE FAZIO

The townsfolk of Cape May are buzzing with excitement, especially after a fresh blanket of snow brings them closer to the big day. All except for Adeline Baker, the sole heiress of the Baker family fortune, who is quite fed up with being alone. Each potential suitor has been less promising than the last. Can you help Adeline find love in time for Christmas? Or will she spend another holiday season alone? Immerse yourself in this delightful and inspiring Victorian Christmas story that takes place on the first floor of the Physick House. Tickets are limited; advance purchase recommended.

Dinner will be at 5pm followed by the 6:30pm performance of ‘Tis the Season. Guests will have their choice from a select menu.

Tickets: $45 per person/gratuity not included Order tickets online at www.capemaymac.org or buy at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth at Ocean Street or the Carriage House Visitors Center or the Hill House Office at the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Tour presented by Cape May MAC • Call 609-884-5404

Victorian Christmas Traditions

In 1848 a British sweet maker, Tom Smith, came up with a the idea for the Christmas cracker. When he visited Paris Tom noticed that sugared almonds were sold in twists of paper (bon bons). He used this as inspiration for his Christmas crackers – sweets wrapped in a paper package that snapped apart when you pulled the ends. During the Victorian period, Tom Smith’s idea was adapted and improved. The sweets were often replaced with Christmas paper hats and small gifts were added. The Christmas crackers of the later Victorian era were quite similar to the crackers placed on today’s Christmas dinner tables. 38

Lamplighter CHRISTMAS TOURS

Fridays, Dec. 1-15; plus Tuesday & Thursday, Dec. 26 & 28: 5:30pm - 7:30pm Relive the memories of Christmas past by joining in this self-guided evening tour of a selection of Cape May’s finest Bed & Breakfast inns and private homes, specially decorated for the holidays. The tour also includes a visit to the Carroll Gallery at the Emlen Physick Estate to see “An Old-fashioned Christmas” exhibit (see page 14).

$35 adults, $25 children (ages 3-12)

Order tickets on e at www.capemaymlin ac.org

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday December 8, 9 & 10 Information/Tickets

12/8

12/9

12/10

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

9am-8pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10pm-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

12Noon-9:15pm

10am-8pm

11am-9:15pm

ALL DAY

12/8

12/9

12/10

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

12/8

12/9

12/10

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

Breakfast with Santa at the Inn of Cape May -- page 35

8:30am-12:30pm

Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

10am, 11am

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

12/8

12/9

12/10

12Noon

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-4pm

Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

2:30pm, 3:30pm

2:15pm

AFTERNOON Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

Whale & Dolphin Watching Cruise -- page 93 All That Glitters Trolley Tour -- page 25

3:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

3pm

Friday, December 8 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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 65) Hospitality Night- Washington Street Mall, 7pm-9pm. Call 609-884-5508. Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

EVENING

12/8

‘Tis the Season & Dinner at Vintage -- page 38 Lamplighter Christmas Tour -- page 39

12/9

5pm 5:30pm-7:30pm

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOUR -- page 9

5:30pm-8:30pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11

6:30pm, 7:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

East Lynne Theater Company: Lennie’s Christmas Extravaganza -- page 85

7pm

Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Ride -- page 19

12/10

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

8:30pm, 9:15pm

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

Saturday, December 9 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Cape May Point State Park- Office & Museum- 8am4pm. Call 609-884-2159. Holiday Concert & Reception- 7pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565. Nature Center of Cape May- 1600 Delaware Ave. Call

Sunday, December 10 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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 65) Nick Federoff Community Christmas Celebration-

12Noon-3pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565. 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Victorian Christmas Traditions

Like many of us, Victoria and Albert enjoyed turkey at Christmas time. They would sit together as a family for their main meal and enjoy turkey with all the trimmings. As you would expect, the royal family were fortunate to share in several courses. These would include mince pies plus various starters, soups, the turkey and chipolatas. Later, they might indulge in a plum pudding to satisfy the royal sweet tooth. The food overall was very rich and could also include beef or even boar’s head, as well as a selection of cold meats. Naturally, finances influenced what families put on their Christmas tables, and the majority of people in Victorian England were not wealthy. Where possible, a festive bird remained central to a family dinner and for many this would have meant a goose, like Charles Dickens illustrates in A Christmas Carol. Some even joined a goose club so they could pay in installments throughout the year. Today, most Christmas meals are centered around a turkey, and the modern feast is perhaps not too dissimilar to the Victorian Christmas. 41

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. 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.

WHENEVER POSSIBLE, PURCHASE TICKETS ONLINE IN ADVANCE. MANY OF OUR LIMITED TOURS AND EVENTS SELL OUT QUICKLY...DON’T GET LEFT OUT!!!

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

www.capemaymac.org

FREE FAMILY FUN!

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. Also available in Spanish.

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 42

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Open Year-Round 10:30-4:30; Sundays 11-4 600 Park Blvd., West Cape May • 609-884-6282 44

OPEN DAILY 6:30 am-2 pm Take-out Available

Uncle Bill’s & Family Restaurant Est. 1962

Beach Avenue & Perry St., Cape May (609) 884-7199

www.unclebillspancakehouse.com

RESIDENTIAL & COMMERCIAL Design Manufacture Install

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HOLIDAY

Crafts & Collectibles Show Friday & Saturday, Nov. 24 & 25: 10am-4pm at Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. at Stockton

Kick off your holiday shopping as vendors from throughout the region display unique hand-made gifts and seasonal decorations.

$2 Adults • Children under 12 free For more information, call 609-884-5404 Sponsored by Cape May MAC

HOLIDAY INNS

TOUR

Mondays-Thursdays Dec. 4-14: 1pm-3:30pm

Order tickets on www.capemaymline at ac.org

Get into the Christmas spirit as you tour three of Cape May’s festively decorated Bed & Breakfast Inns and private homes. Tour handout and map is available at the Washington St. Mall Information Booth or the Physick Estate.

25 adults 15 children (ages 3-12) $

For information or tickets, call 609-884-5404

Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC 47

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Monday & Tuesday December 11 & 12 Information/Tickets

12/11

12/12

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

12Noon-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/11

12/12

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

AFTERNOON

12/11

12/12

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Holiday Inns Tour -- page 47

1pm-3:30pm

EVENING

12/11

12/12

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19 Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

6pm, 7pm

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

Monday & Tuesday, December 11 & 12 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Victorian Christmas Traditions

Wednesday & Thursday December 13 & 14 Information/Tickets

12/13

12/14

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

12Noon-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/13

12/14

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

AFTERNOON

12/13

12/14

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Holiday Inns Tour -- page 47

1pm-3:30pm

EVENING

12/13

12/14

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19 Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

6pm, 7pm

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11

6:30pm, 7:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

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

Wednesday & Thursday, December 13 & 14 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 50 49

CALENDAR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 49

Friday, Saturday & Sunday December 15, 16 & 17 Information/Tickets

12/15

12/16

12/17

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

9am-8pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10pm-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

12Noon-9:15pm

10am-8pm

11am-9:15pm

ALL DAY

12/15

12/16

12/17

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-8pm

10am-9pm

10am-5pm

MORNING

12/15

12/16

12/17

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

Breakfast with Santa at the Inn of Cape May -- page 35

8:30am-12:30pm

Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

10am, 11am

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

12/15

12/16

12/17

12Noon

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-4pm

Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

All That Glitters Trolley Tour -- page 25

3:30pm

2:30pm, 3:30pm

2:15pm

AFTERNOON Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

3pm

Friday, December 15 visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 65) Roller Skating- 4pm-6pm and 6:30pm-8:30pm. Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-8849565. Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

EVENING

12/15

‘Tis the Season & Dinner at Vintage -- page 38 Lamplighter Christmas Tour -- page 39

12/16

12/17

5pm 5:30pm-7:30pm

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOUR -- page 9

5:30pm-8:30pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11

6:30pm, 7:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Ride -- page 19

8:30pm, 9:15pm

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

7pm 8:30pm, 9:15pm

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

Saturday, December 16 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 65) Roller Skating- 1pm-3pm and 4pm-6pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565. Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Sunday, December 17 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 65) Roller Skating- 1pm-3pm and 4pm-6pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565. Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

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Victorian Christmas Traditions

Christmas drastically changed during the Victorian period. As well as the traditions, it also became a holiday about spending time with family and loved ones. As we have seen, this was partly due to the influence of Queen Victoria and Albert, perceived as icons of wholesome family life. However, another reason that families celebrating together became so integral to Christmas was the advancement of the railway. This made it easier for people who had moved to the cities away from their families for better work to return for Christmas. A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens, published in 1843, was wildly popular and encapsulated the idea that charitable giving and spending time with family was at the heart of Christmas. It also featured Scrooge sending Bob Cratchitt a large turkey for Christmas - in fact, goose was the more common choice for families at the time.The Victorian period was also a huge period of social care. Many Victorians felt that everyone was entitled to enjoy themselves at Christmas. In 1851 a marquee was set up in Leicester Square in London, to feed people who were homeless or struggling. 22,000 people were fed roast beef pie, porter, plum pudding, tea, coffee and more, surrounded by festive lights and flowers. Similar events took place in cities all across the country. 51

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Monday & Tuesday December 18 & 19 Information/Tickets

12/18

12/19

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-4pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

12Noon-4pm

12Noon-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/18

12/19

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-4pm

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-4pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

AFTERNOON

12/18

12/19

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

EVENING

12/18

12/19

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

6pm, 7pm

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

Monday & Tuesday, December 18 & 19 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Victorian Christmas Traditions

For Christians, the day after Christmas Day is St Stephen’s Day - and it was only in Victorian times that it became known as Boxing Day (just after Victoria became Queen). We don’t really know where the name comes from. Some historians think it replaced Twelfth Night as the day when rich people wrapped presents in boxes for their servants. 52

Wednesday & Thursday December 20 & 21 Information/Tickets

12/20

12/21

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

12Noon-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/20

12/21

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

AFTERNOON

12/20

12/21

Lunch & Learn: Newcomers to the Christmas Carol Repertory -- page 70

12Noon

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

EVENING

12/20

12/21

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19 Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

6pm, 7pm

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11

6:30pm, 7:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

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

Wednesday & Thursday, December 20 & 21 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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CHOCOLATE BY T H E BAY CANCELLED Deauville Inn,Strathmere

Order tickets online at www.capem aymac.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

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour Friday, Nov. 17: 7pm & 8pm All Trolley tours are open-air Order ticke www.capemtsa online at ymac.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.

Tours sponsored by Cape May MAC For more information, call 609-884-5404 54

Willow Creek Winery Your Your Destination Destination for for all all seasons seasons

Willow Creek Winery is open daily, year-round offering wine, charcuterie and full grill menu. As the only vineyard on the island of Cape May our stunning estate, vines and gardens are the perfect backdrop to your Cape May day. Scan for events, specials, live music schedule and updated hours.

168 Stevens Street West Cape May 609.770.8782 willowcreekwinery.com

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720 Washington Street | Cape May | 609.884.7171 southernmansion.com

Explore Cape May! Explore Cape May at your own pace! This information-packed, hardcover book is a comprehensive guide to America’s oldest seaside resort. The perfect stocking stuffer!

Available online at shop.capemaymac.org or at one of our Museum Shops today! Cape May MAC Museum Shops are located in the Carriage House on the grounds of the Historic Emlen Physick Estate at 1048 Washington Street, and at the Cape May Lighthouse. Visit us online at CapeMayMAC.org for hours of operation.

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Friday, Saturday & Sunday December 22, 23 & 24 Information/Tickets

12/22

12/23

12/24

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

9am-3pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10pm-8pm

10am-5pm

10am-3pm

12Noon-9:15pm

11am-8:15pm

11am-2pm

ALL DAY

12/22

12/23

12/24

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

9am-3pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

9am-3pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

10am-3pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

10am-3pm

MORNING

12/22

12/23

12/24

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

10am, 11am

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

12/22

12/23

12/24

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-4pm

AFTERNOON Santa’s Trolley Ride -- page 19

12Noon

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12Noon-3pm 12Noon-3pm 12:30pm, 1:45pm

Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Family Christmas House Tour -- page 10

1pm, 2:15pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

All That Glitters Trolley Tour -- page 25

3:30pm

2:30pm, 3:30pm

1pm

Friday, December 22 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 65) Roller Skating- 4pm-6pm and 6:30pm-8:30pm. Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-8849565. Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

EVENING

12/22

‘Tis the Season & Dinner at Vintage -- page 38

12/23

12/24

5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

‘Tis the Season: Missing the Mistletoe -- page 11

6:30pm, 7:30pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Ride -- page 19

8:30pm, 9:15pm

5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm 7pm

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

Saturday, December 23 Dr., Cape May Point. Call 609-884-2736 for hours or visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 65) Roller Skating- 1pm-3pm and 4pm-6pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565. Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Sunday, December 24 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

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Victorian Christmas Traditions

Originally seasonal gift giving was reserved for the New Year’s celebrations. With the increasing popularity of Christmas as a time for family and charity however, giving gifts gradually became a Christmas tradition. Mass production, as a result of the Industrial Revolution, meant that items such as children’s toys became more affordable for the middle classes. Increased wealth generated by Victorian industry meanwhile also meant that the middle classes could take days off work for Christmas and New Year. Traditional gifts for children included skipping ropes, toy soldiers and beer, while adults would exchange fruit and books. Before the 1870s, gifts were not wrapped in paper - they were simply placed under the tree and everyone could see what they would be getting. 61

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Monday & Tuesday December 25 & 26 Information/Tickets

12/25

12/26

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-4pm

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42 Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

ALL DAY Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42 Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42 Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98 “An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

MORNING

M E 12/18 R R Y 10am-5pm

10am-8pm

12Noon-4pm

11am-8:15pm

9am-5pm

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

10am-8pm

C H 12/18 R I S T M 12/18 A S

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30 Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

AFTERNOON Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8 Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98 Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30 Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

EVENING Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19 Lamplighter Christmas Tour -- page 39

12/26 11:45am 11:45am

12/26 12Noon-3pm 12Noon-3pm 12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

1pm, 2:15pm

NO TOURS

Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

12/26

12/26 5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm 5:30pm-7:30pm 6pm, 7pm

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

Tuesday, December 26 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

Wednesday & Thursday December 27 & 28 Information/Tickets

12/27

12/28

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

11am-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/27

12/28

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-7:30pm

10am-8pm

MORNING

12/27

12/28

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

12/27

12/28

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98 Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12Noon-4pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

EVENING

12/27

12/28

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm 5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

Lamplighter Christmas Tour -- page 39

5:30pm-7:30pm

Evening Yuletide House Tour -- page 11

6pm, 7pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

7pm

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

Wednesday & Thursday, December 27 & 28 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 65) Welcome Center at the Transportation CenterMaps, Information- 609 Lafayette St.- 10am-4pm.

OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 64 63

CALENDAR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 63

Friday, Saturday & Sunday December 29, 30 & 31 Information/Tickets

12/29

12/30

12/31

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

10pm-8pm

10am-5pm

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

11am-8:15pm

ALL DAY

12/29

12/30

12/31

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

10am-8pm

10am-5pm

Vintage Restaurant at the Physick Estate -- pages 88-89

5pm-8:30pm

10am-2pm, 5pm-8:30pm

MORNING

12/29

12/30

12/31

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

11:45am

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

11:45am

AFTERNOON

12/29

12/30

12/31

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-4pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-4pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

12:30pm, 1:45pm, 3pm

12:30pm, 1:45pm 12:30pm, 1:45pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm, 2:15pm

1pm

EVENING

12/29

12/30

12/31

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride -- page 19

5pm, 5:30pm, 6pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

5:30pm, 6:15pm, 6:30pm, 7:15pm, 7:30pm, 8:15pm

7pm

Cape May Stage: A Tuna Christmas -- page 87

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

CALENDAR CONTINUED ON PAGE 69 64

Open Wednesday through Sunday 9:30 am to 4:30 pm until December 23 and reopening January 3, 2024

Check in often for special offers!

609.400.3860

We ship- Phone orders welcome!

www.birdcapemay.org

or shop online at www.featheredgeoptics.org

HOLIDAY WREATH, GARLAND & TABLE DECOR THURSDAY, NOV. 30-SUNDAY, DEC. 3 Call 609-427-3045 WORKSHOPS Session times vary

CREATIVE HANDS WEEKEND RETREAT

HOLIDAY ARTIST MARKETPLACE

Friday-Sunday, Dec. 8-10 PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIR

Pop-Up Sale Nature Center of at the Cape May Sa

day Wine Tasting, Block Printed Holi king, Cards, Wave Ring Jewelry-ma Yoga & Tea Blending, Wreathmaking Workshops

turday, Dec. 2: 10 am-3pm

$32

$40

SEASALT RESTAURANT OFFERING THE FINEST BEACHFRONT EXPERIENCE IN CAPE MAY RELAX AND DINE WITH UNPARALLELED VIEWS AND EXCEPTIONAL SERVICE.

609.884.7000 SEASALTCAPEMAY.COM 1035 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY, NJ

CALENDAR CONTINUED FROM PAGE 64

Monday-Thursday January 1-4 Information/Tickets

1/1

1/2 - 1/4

Hill House Office at the Physick Estate -- page 42

9am-5pm

Carriage House Visitors Center -- page 42

12Noon-3pm

CLOSED

Washington Street Mall Information Booth -- page 42

11am-2pm

CLOSED

ALL DAY

1/1

1/2 - 1/4

Physick Estate Scavenger Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt -- page 42

9am-5pm

AFTERNOON

1/1

1/2 - 1/4

Carriage House Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-3pm

“An Old-Fashioned Christmas” Exhibit -- page 14

12Noon-3pm

(JAN. 3) Lunch & Learn: I Am Still Here -- page 70

12Noon

Cape May Lighthouse -- page 8

12Noon-3pm

Cape May Lighthouse Museum Shop -- pages 77, 98

12Noon-3pm

Emlen Physick Estate Tour -- page 6

1:45pm

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tour -- page 30

1pm

Historic District Trolley Tour -- page 30

1pm

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

Friday-Thursday, December 29-January 4 OTHER TOURS & ACTIVITIES

visit www.birdcapemay.org for event locations. (see page 65) (FRIDAY ONLY) Roller Skating- 4pm-6pm and 6:30pm8:30pm. Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565. (SATURDAY ONLY) Roller Skating- 1pm-3pm and 4pm-6pm, Cape May Convention Hall, 714 Beach Ave. Call 609-884-9565.

Victorian Christmas Traditions

At the beginning of the Victorian period families often gave and received presents to celebrate the New Year. But, as the importance of Christmas as a family celebration grew, the gift-giving was moved to Christmas. The first Victorian Christmas presents were fairly small – gifts such as fruits, nuts, sweets and handmade items were hung from the branches of the Christmas tree. The size and expense of the gifts steadily increased. Victorians started to buy gifts from shops and they were often too big to hang from the tree. By the end of the Victorian era, many families had taken to leaving Christmas gifts under the tree. 69

What is the oldest Christmas carol?

The French version of “The Friendly Beasts” (written about the animals surrounding Christ at the nativity) traces back to the 12th century, making it a strong contender for the oldest Christmas carol that people still sing regularly today. Another French oldie, “Entre le bœuf et l’âne gris” (English: “Between the Ox and the Grey Ass”), is placed by scholars as far back as the 13th century. The German/Latin carol “In Dulci Jubilo” (later used by Johann Sebastian Bach) also dates back to the Middle Ages. Source: billboard.com

LUNCH & LEARN VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS Lectures presented in person at Cape May Lutheran Church, 509 Pittsburgh Ave. and virtually via Zoom Programs begin at 12Noon

Wednesday, Dec. 6: 12Noon

The 175-Year History of Star of the Sea in Cape May

Our Lady Star of the Sea Parish, whose iconic church anchors the Washington Street Mall, celebrated its 175 anniversary in 2023. Mary Stewart takes us through the history of the parish and the beautiful church built in 1911 to serve the congregation.

Wednesday, Dec. 20: 12Noon

Newcomers to the Christmas Carol Repertory

Christmas Carols are a tradition, but new ones are being written all the time. In this presentation, Brenda Leonard takes a look at some new classics.

Wednesday, Jan. 3: 12Noon

I Am Still Here

Not all Native Americans were relocated to reservations out West. Some of us were hidden in plain sight for generations, quietly retaining pieces of our culture, language and traditions in secret. ClanMother of the LenapeNation of Pennsylvania Xeli Otaesak Pilsit Xkw (Many Flowers Pure Spirit Woman, also called Teri Hislop) shares her own story.

For more information, call 609-884-5404 Advance registration required for Zoom participation at www.capemaymac.org Program sponsored by Cape May MAC 70

s n o i t c a r t c t OAthtetrrAa and TOURS 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 65.

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 CAPE MAY HISTORIC ACCOMMODATIONS Call the hotline to check on current availability, 7 This museum at Cape May County Airport pays days a week, from 11am to 7pm. Call 609-884-0080 tribute to the sacrifices of our Korean and Vietnam War veterans. Call 609-374-2987. or visit capemaylodging.com. See page 81. HARRIET TUBMAN MUSEUM OF NEW JERSEY CAPE MAY FIREMEN’S MUSEUM Display of fire-fighting artifacts. Free. Washington A tribute to the famous abolitionist who helped fund her efforts during her time spent in Cape & Franklin Sts. May. Lafayette & Franklin Streets. Check website CAPE MAY-LEWES FERRY for hours. harriettubmanmuseum.org. Take a break and forget about fighting traffic! Relax HEREFORD INLET LIGHTHOUSE on board the ferry. Call for details 800-643-3779 or Visit this charming 1874 Victorian Gothic 4th Order visit www.capemaylewesferry.com. Lighthouse. Enjoy a peaceful walk in the gardens. CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE Tour the lighthouse & gift shop. Nestled in quiet Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State Park. Visit surroundings of old Anglesea Village. 609-600the Oil House Visitors Orientation Center & Mu- 1561 or visit herefordinletlighthouse.com. seum Shop. Lighthouse Ave., Cape May Point State HISTORIC COLD SPRING VILLAGE Park. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac.org. Early American open-air living history museum. See page 8. 735 Seashore Road, Cape May. Call 609-898CAPE MAY POINT STATE PARK 2300 or visit hcsv.org. See page 80. Nature walks, slide shows, lectures, programs for MEMUCAN HUGHES kids. All programs are free and fun for the whole COLONIAL HOUSE MUSEUM family. 609-884-2159 or visit njparksandforests. 653½ Washington St. (next to City Hall) Operated org/parks/capemaypointstatepark.html. by the Greater Cape May Historical Society. CAPE MAY STAGE 1730colonialhouse@gmail.com or 609-884-9100 Professional equity theatre in Cape May. Robert (email preferred) Capemayhistory.org. See page Shackleton Playhouse at Bank & Lafayette Streets. 82. 609-884-1341 or visit capemaystage.org. See page 87. NATURE CENTER OF CAPE MAY 1600 Delaware Ave. An environmental facility CAPE MAY WHALE WATCHER See dolphins, whales, and pelagic birds. Miss Chris for all ages. Workshops, field trips & seminars for Marina, 2nd & Wilson Drive. 609-884-5445 or visit adults and children. Learn about the diversity of animals and plants that are found along the harcapemaywhalewatcher.com. See page 93. bor. Call 609-898-8848 or visit njaudubon.org/ CENTER FOR COMMUNITY ARTS centers/nature-center-of-cape-may.See page 65. Black history tours; art classes and supplies; and WCFA-FM, 101.5 community radio. 717 Franklin St., NAVAL AIR STATION WILDWOOD call 609-884-7525 or visit centerforcommunityarts. AVIATION MUSEUM org. Cape May County Airport. See dozens of airplanes, jets, helicopters - even an atomic bomb CHAMBER OF COMMERCE in a spectacular World War II hangar. Pet-friendly. OF GREATER CAPE MAY For information about accommodations, restau- 609-886-8787 or visit usnasw.org. See page 80. rants and shops or for a copy of the Cape May Guidebook, call 609-884-5508 or visit capemaychamber.com.

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 EAST LYNNE THEATER COMPANY Equity professional theater at the historic First Pres- during World War II. Sunset Blvd. near Sunset byterian Church, Decatur and Hughes streets. Call Beach. Call 609-884-5404 or visit capemaymac. 609-884-5898 or visit eastlynnetheater.org. See org. Currently closed. page 85.

A perfect Christmas Gift for Lighthouse Lovers! If the Cape May Lighthouse is important to someone in your life, here is a Christmas gift they will always cherish! Give them a certificate for an engraved brick, a permanent part of the repaved pathway leading up to the Lighthouse, so they will always be here in spirit, even when they can’t be here in person! It’s also a perfect memorial for a family member or friend who loved the Lighthouse.

A limited number of these special, engraved bricks are still available. Your purchase supports Cape May MAC’s ongoing preservation of the Cape May Lighthouse.

Starting at $200/brick Bricks may be purchased in person at the Cape May Lighthouse or at the Hill House Business Office at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CALL 609-884-5404 OR VISIT WWW.CAPEMAYMAC.ORG 72

City Guide Golf Cart Tour

An intimate new way to tour... perfect for small groups

Knowledgeable guides and a skilled driver will take your family or friends’ group of 2-4 people on a breezy, fascinating tour of Historic Cape May via golf cart. Travel safely with friends or family and still enjoy a unique Cape May experience! A minimum of two (2) business days’ notice required.

For details, email Susan Gibson, Group Tour Manager at sgibson@capemaymac.org or call her at 609-224-6030 73

Your guide to Cape May’s best activities, attractions, and events, plus a digital version of the area’s go-to guide book

THIS WEEK IN CAPE MAY! Scan to download the free mobile app: Presented by Cape May MAC

127 W. RIO GRANDE AVE. WILDWOOD, NJ

Christmas Magic with Dr. Physick The Physick family and their canine companions are preparing for a festive holiday when they get a late night visit from Santa in this original children’s book. Available online at shop.capemaymac.org or at one of our Museum Shops today! Cape May MAC Museum Shops are located in the Carriage House on the grounds of the Historic Emlen Physick Estate at 1048 Washington Street, and at the Oil House at the Cape May Lighthouse.

And there’s more!

More adventures await in our first book “Dr. Physick’s Dog Days of Summer” and coming soon, “Dr. Physick Goes to the Lighthouse”.

Will the

Magic of Cape May

be enough to heal a fractured family in time for Christmas? A Celebration of Family & Love In America’s First Seaside Resort.

From the USA Today bestselling author of The Sound of Wings

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Photo: Johnny Gee Photography

Available October 10, 2023

Tours & Attractions Cape May Bird Mudhen Brewery.................. 75 Observatory......................65 Nature Center Cape May Whale Watcher....93 of Cape May......................65 City Guide Golf Cart Tours.....73 Nauti Spirits........................... 79 Cold Spring Brewery............ 33 Naval Air Station Colonial House Museum...... 82 Wildwood.........................80 “Explore Cape May” Southern Mansion.................58 Guide Book.......................59 Sunset Beach.................94, 108 Group Tours of Cape May.....73 Willow Creek Winery.........3, 55 Historic Cold Spring Village...............................80

COME SEE THE ORIGINAL

TOP GUN F-14!

CLOSED FOR REPAIRS UNTIL JAN. 1, 2024

VISIT: usnasw.org

(609) 886-8787

500 Forrestal Rd., Cape May Airport

Holidays are here!!! Stay and enjoy the Holiday cheer! Call and stay today!

CAPE MAY

Historic Accommodations Modern luxury with Historical Charm v

Call

609-884-0080 or visit our website

capemaylodging.com 81

GREATER CAPE MAY HISTORICAL SOCIETY

COLONIAL

HOUSE

Museum A hidden treasure in the heart of Cape May City

Located next to Cape May City Hall, the Colonial House (c 1730) was originally a tavern and the family home of Revolutionary War Patriot Memucan Hughes. The front room features a tavern room. Other rooms open to the public in this unsung survivor from Cape Island’s very beginning depict a colonial era cooking/eating room. A fine example of vernacular architecture and one of only a few remaining colonial homes open to the public in Cape May County.

Closed except for Christmas tours (see below) send email to: 1730colonialhouse@gmail.com Free admission; Donations are most welcome for the preservation of the Colonial House

HOLIDAY INNS TOURS

1pm-3:30pm: Monday-Thursday, Dec. 4-Dec. 14

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT TOURS 5:30pm-8:30pm: Saturdays, Dec. 9 & 16

LAMPLIGHTER CHRISTMAS TOURS

5:30pm-7:30pm: Tuesday, Dec. 26 & Thursday, Dec. 28

For more information & tickets, visit www.capemaymac.org

Visit our website at www. capemayhistory.org and Like Us on Facebook

653½ WASHINGTON ST.

(Next to Cape May City Hall) Contact us at 1730colonialhouse@gmail.com The Greater Cape May Historical Society 501c(3) A non-profit and stewards of the Colonial House 82

Services/Accommodations Cape May Contracting......... 92 Cape May County MUA....... 91 Cape May Group Tours.........73 Cape May Historic Accommodations..............81 Cape May MAC App.............74 Cape May MAC Membership.......... 100-101 Cape May Presbyterian Church...............................83 Cape May Star & Wave........ 84 Carriage House Weddings & Parties......... 86 Coastline Realty.....................31

Coldwell Banker/ Sol Needles Real Estate... 46 Grand Hotel............................2 Island Awnings..................... 46 Jersey Cape Realty......... 31, 44 LaMer Beachfront Resort......76 Marquis de Lafayette........... 43 Ocean 7................................. 16 Rhythm of the Sea.................32 South Jersey Electric Vehicles...............107 Southern Mansion................ 58 Steger Beach Services.......... 92

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

• 9 am Traditional Worship with organ, choir, and monthly bell choir. • 11 am Celebration Worship with our amazing jazz ensemble. Don’t miss this month’s Jazz Vespers, with the The Hot Club of Philadelphia, in our acoustically and visually beautiful sanctuary—Nov. 19 at 3 pm, for only a $10 donation. Area churches will be joining in a worship service to celebrate Thanksgiving on Wed., Nov. 22 at 7 pm here at our church. Everyone is welcome and you are invited to bring a donation of food or funds for the Cape May Community Food Closet. On Thanksgiving Day, we will be hosting Coast Guard recruits and anyone else who doesn’t want to cook! Stop by any time between 10 am and 7 pm and enjoy the holiday with us! As we move toward the Christmas season, we are accepting donations to add a light to our Path of Peace in memory or in honor of a loved one. We are hoping for 500 luminaries this year, to light up our corner of Cape May with love from Dec 22-28. For more info, see our Facebook page or contact us! You can find more info about our events and who we are 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 a healthy season full of gratitude and joy!

500 Hughes St. • office@firstpresbycapemay.com • 609-884-3949 83

LIFE-SAVING BOAT ON DISPLAY AT THE

CAPE MAY LIGHTHOUSE

215 Lighthouse Ave. off Sunset Boulevard Cape May Point State Park SEE PG. 8 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 84

Dining/Entertainment 5 West Pub........................... 18 Cape May Stage...................87 Cold Spring Grange.............33 East Lynne Theater Company......................... 85 Harbor Square Theater....... 34 Harpoon’s............................ 16 Harry’s Ocean Bar & Grille. 43 LaMer Beachfront Resort.....76 Mudhen Brewery.................75 Ocean 7................................ 16

Oyster Bay............................75 Penns Woods Puppet Theater..........66-67 Sea Salt.................................68 Sunset Beach Grille.............94 Tisha’s.................................. 18 Uncle Bill’s Restaurant......... 45 Vintage...........................88-89 Washington Commons....... 97 Washington Street Mall......96 Willow Creek Winery.......3, 55

The Perfect Setting Make your special day truly memorable on the grounds of this historic Cape May landmark, the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate. Intimate gatherings for

Weddings • Birthdays • Graduations Reunions • Anniversaries • Showers Children’s Parties Celebrate your special day in the festive Carriage House patio tent at the

Emlen Physick Estate

1048 Washington St., Cape May, NJ 08204

Contact us now for your 2023 or 2024 event! The Carriage House and Patio are fully accessible (609) 224-6040 • www.capemaymac.org • parties@capemaymac.org 86

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THREE GOOD REASONS FOR HOLIDAY 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 89

For more information on Cape May MAC, call 609-884-5404 or visit www.capemaymac.org 88

VINTAGEBYOB.COM Visit our website for current hours, menus, and reservations.

89 83

Specialty Shops Antique Doorknob....................44 Beach Bling..................................15 Cape May Cigars & Wine............17 Cape May MAC Membership................ 100-101 Cape May MAC Museum Shops.................77, 98 Cape May Olive Oil Co...............99 Cape May Peanut Butter Co......99 Caroline Boutique.........................3 The Cheese Shop.......................99 Cold Spring Brewery..................33 Evangelista Photography..........90 “Explore Cape May” Guide Book............................ 59

Great White Shark.......................15 “Magic of Cape May” Book........78 Nauti Spirits.................................79 Northeast Man........................... 95 Red Door Gallery....................... 95 Sock Monkey Kids Shop............ 95 Spice Cellar.................................99 Sunset Beach .....................94, 108 Sunset Liquors............................ 45 Tree House Antiques..................17 Washington Commons...............97 Washington Street Mall.............96 Willow Creek Winery..............3, 55 Wingnutz....................................99

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The Premiere Shops

OF WOODLAND VILLAGE 1943 North Route 9, Clermont, NJ 08210

Northeast Man

The brands men can feel comfortable wearing- clothing, accessories, grooming products- every man should look and smell this good. http://www.northeast-man.com/

Red Door Gallery

The go-to gallery for the best in local art and fine crafts on the Jersey Cape. Carrying unique, made-onthe-Cape Christmas ornaments, a perfect souvenir of your visit.

Sock Monkey Kids Shop

Kid-friendly and planet-friendly clothing toys and accessories for newborn to 7Y. www.sockmonkeykidsshop.com

VILLAGE CHRISTMAS TREE LIGHTING CEREMONY: Friday, Nov. 17, 6pm SMALL BUSINESS SATURDAY: Saturday, Nov. 25 SANTA VISITS: Saturdays, Nov. 25, Dec. 9 & 23, 11am-4pm

The Shops of Woodland Village

Open Daily 10am-5pm Nov. 24-Dec. 31 (closed Christmas Day) Off the Garden State Parkway between Sea Isle and Avalon Blvds., just a short drive from any Cape May County shore town! 95

Experience the Shops of the

Washington Street Mall of Cape May

Over 90 Unique Shops and Restaurants All Within Three Blocks WashingtonStreetMall.com 96 xx

Boutiques

Beach Bling etc. Bella Cape May Surf Seaweeds by the Sea Islander

Ocean Lane

Food & Drink

Out There Coffee Mario’s Pizzeria Cione Gelato George’s Place Cape May Grilled Cheese Co. ICCARA Bistro

Baby Gifts & Clothing Arden’s Kids

Home Decor

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

Seaglass Home

Photo Printshop Cape May Snaps

YOUR TRIP IS NOT

complete

Pet Gifts & T reats

UNTIL YOU CROSS THE

street!

Dog Days of Cape May

The Shoppes at Washington Commons has something for everyone

Crafts

Stitch by Stitch

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

Spa Li Li 97

Gifts for Cape May lovers

Discover the perfect holiday gift for the Cape May enthusiast in your life at Cape May MAC Museum Shops. Visit us online at shop.capemaymac.org, in person at the Oil House at the Cape May Lighthouse or the Carriage House on the grounds of the Historic Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington Street, Cape May.

Say Cheese (Shop) Custom-size Charcuterie boards and sandwich trays for your Holiday events & parties

.C MAY CHEESE

304 Washington St. Cape May 609-305-4080 capemaycheese.com

Also visit our other stores for Holiday gifts & treats!

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

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

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

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

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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. 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!

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Cape May MAC is embarking on a capital improvement project to install an HVAC system and fire suppression in the 1879 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.

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‘Twas the night before Christmas

on Washington Street The office was closed up, all tidy and neat. All of MAC’s staffers were snug in their homes When they noticed a text coming in on their phones. It was from the Director, who said in his text, “Sorry to be a bother, but this oversight has left me a little vexed. “We did all our tours, but then I discovered There is still something important that we haven’t covered. “We work hard to print our great “This Week in Cape May” But we haven’t thanked the people who help make it that way.

“To our advertisers,” we say, “we couldn’t do it without you; And to our loyal readers, we appreciate you, too!” And so he exclaimed as he pulled on his Santa hat Merry Christmas to all, and Roger that!

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A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens “A Christmas Carol” is a novella by English author Charles Dickens, first published on Dec. 19, 1843. The story tells of bitter and miserly Ebenezer Scrooge’s transformation after supernatural visits from Jacob Marley and the Ghosts of Christmas Past, Present, and Yet to Come. The novella met with instant success and critical acclaim. The book was written and published in early Victorian Era Britain, a period when there was both strong nostalgia for old Christmas traditions and an initiation of new practices, such as Christmas trees and greeting cards. The tale has been credited with restoring the holiday to one of merri-

ment and festivity in Britain and America after a period of sobriety and somberness. A Christmas Carol remains popular, has never been out of print, and has been adapted to film, stage, opera, and other media multiple times. “A Christmas Carol” was one of the greatest influences in rejuvenating the old Christmas traditions of England but, while it brings images of light, joy, warmth and life, it also brings strong and unforgettable images of darkness, despair, coldness, sadness and death. Scrooge himself is the embodiment of winter, and, just as winter is followed by spring and the renewal of life, so too is Scrooge’s cold, pinched heart restored to the innocent goodwill he had known in his youth.

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Love Christmas?

Thank Queen Victoria and Prince Albert One of the main reasons the Victorians fell in love with Christmas was because of the way the Royal family celebrated it. Sam Bilton investigates the festive feasts and other Christmas traditions. Queen Victoria had grown up with the tradition of decorating a tree at Christmas time. The custom had been introduced to the English court by her Hanoverian ancestors and was continued by her German mother. However, it was the queen’s husband, Prince Albert, who truly relished this ritual. After their marriage, Albert took on personal responsibility for decorating the trees at Windsor Castle with wax candles and sweets such as barley sugar and sugar plums. These were actually caraway or aniseed comfits, covered with boiled sugar and crafted into the shape of a plum. A little wire ‘stalk’ at the top made them convenient for hanging on trees. The queen appears to have been as enamored with Christmas as her husband: “Christmas, I always look upon as a most dear happy time, also for Albert, who enjoyed it naturally still more in his happy home, which mine, certainly, as a child, was not. It is a pleasure to have this blessed festival associated with one’s happiest days. The very smell of the Christmas trees of pleasant memories. To think, we have already two children now, and one who already enjoys the sight, — it seems like a dream.” Entry from Queen Victoria’s journal on 24 December 1841

By the 1860s, hundreds of Christmas trees were being sold in Covent Garden. Originally, trees would be decorated with oranges stuck with cloves, cinnamon sticks and pine cones. Sometimes the nut would be removed from a walnut shell and replaced by a small gift or candy before being hung on a tree. Just like today, Victorian children looked forward to opening their Christ-

mas stockings. During the 19th century, handmade presents were the order of the day. Sweets were a particular favorite. These would mostly take the form of sugar candies like barley sugar, which could be twisted into different shapes – including canes. If you were really lucky you might be given some Toffee although many less well off children had to content themselves with an orange and a few nuts. crisp. Gingerbread was no stranger to our shores, being sold at fairs (like the Nottingham Goose Fair) or eaten on feast days. However, it is thought that Prince Albert helped spread the popularity of gingerbread as a Christmas treat. “Albert arranged a surprise for the children. In Germany the old saying that St. Nicholas appears with a rod for naughty children, & gingerbread for good ones, is constantly represented, & Arthur hearing of this begged for one. Accordingly Albert got up a St. Nicholas, most formidable he looking, in black, covered with snow, a long white beard, & red nose, — of a gigantic stature! He came in asking the Children, who were somewhat awed & alarmed, — “are you a good child, & giving them gingerbread & apples.” Entry from Queen Victoria’s journal on 24 December 1856

It was a regular Christmas dinner, with turkeys, Baron of Beef, Plum Pudding & Mince Pies. Entry from Queen Victoria’s journal 25th December 1843.

Perhaps this was a regular Christmas dinner for Queen Victoria, but for her subjects the Christmas feast was a less elaborate affair. No matter what your economic circumstances a festive bird was central to Christmas dinner. During the early part of Victoria’s reign this would have meant a goose (like the one consumed by the Cratchits in Dickens’ A Christmas Carol).

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Church/Synagogue Directory PLEASE CALL TO CONFIRM SERVICES BEADLE MEMORIAL PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH 506 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: 9:15am; Worship: 10:30am; Bible Study, Tuesdays at 6:30pm • 609-884-3917 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 • Starting Thursday, Aug. 3, Services will be every Thursday at 7pm. UU CONGREGATION OF THE SOUTH JERSEY SHORE- Sundays, 10am. Call 609-965-9400 for directions or visit www.uucsjs.org

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Church/Synagogue Directory

Love Christmas? Thank Queen Victoria and Prince Albert

A Christmas Carol

‘Twas the night before Christmas

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Christmas Magic with Dr. Physick

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LUNCH & LEARN VIRTUAL & IN-PERSON PROGRAMS

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour

CHOCOLATE

HOLIDAY INNS TOUR

FREE FAMILY FUN!

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‘TIS THE SEASON: Missing the Mistletoe & DINNER at VINTAGE

Brunch & Bingo AT THE INN OF CAPE MAY

COMBINATION TROLLEY/ PHYSICK ESTATE TOURS

ALL THAT GLITTERS TROLLEY TOUR

Holiday Lights Trolley Ride

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony

Holiday Preview Weekend

Evening Yuletide House Tour

at Christmas

Physick Estate

CHRISTMAS CANDLELIGHT HOUSE TOURS

Cape May Lighthouse

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1879 Emlen Physick Estate