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Celebrating 21 Years<br />

As The Happy Face Of Cool Cape May<br />

EXIT ZERO<br />

cape may’s peppy periodical • may 23, 2024 • volume 22, number 16<br />

Attendees of the annual Coast Guard Community Festival enjoyed an inside look at an Active-Duty Coast Guard Base on Saturday, May 18. Brandon,<br />

Larry, Dean visited the Cape May Training Center for a day of demonstrations, tours, live music and local vendors. More inside. Aleksey Moryakov


Page 2 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024


5/16: End-Of-The-Year Party At Cape May United Methodist Church<br />

Tom, Judy<br />

Bobbi, Cheryl<br />

Pastor Hey Young, Margie, Morgan, Austin, Blair, Owen<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />

HIGH TIDE<br />

HAPPY HOUR<br />

— EVERY —<br />

MONDAY THRU FRIDAY<br />

3:00Pm to 5:00pm<br />

*BAR SEATING<br />

ONLY<br />

205 beach ave<br />

Cape May, 08204<br />

RustyNailCapeMay.com<br />

@rustynailcapemay<br />

$8<br />

FISHERS ISLAND<br />

LEMONADE<br />

$8<br />

SHACK<br />

MARGARITA<br />

$4 PACIFICO DRAFT<br />

$8 DIP TRIO<br />

$10 BUFFALO CHICKEN DIP<br />

May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 3


5/16: End-Of-The-Year Party At Cape May United Methodist Church<br />

Cape May United Methodist Church kids<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />

Join us for Cape May<br />

Restaurant Week June 2-9<br />

along with our a la carte menu<br />

Open 7 Days @ 5pm | Fine Dining | Reservations Required<br />

413 South Broadway, Cape May | 609-849-9255 | granabyob.com<br />

Page 4 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024<br />

Grana BYOB was a dream of executive<br />

chef/owner Carl Messick. The 68-seat<br />

restaurant utilizes local & seasonal<br />

ingredients to produce dishes including<br />

Alaskan Halibut, Pan-Seared Scallops,<br />

and Roasted Duck Breast.


A Cape May<br />

Classic<br />

live music @ 10<br />

10pm<br />

THU, MAY 23 - STAY ACOUSTIC<br />

FRI, MAY 24 - KARATE GARAGE<br />

SAT, MAY 25 - LATE LAST NITE<br />

SUN, MAY 26 - FLIP N MICKEYS<br />

MON, MAY 27 - WHAT HE SAY BAND<br />

TUE, MAY 28 - TOM POWDERMAKER<br />

WED, MAY 29 - DJ DENNY OH<br />

OPEN DAILY FOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE DINING<br />

All Your Favorite Mug Dishes!<br />

426 WASHINGTON STREET • 609-884-3459 Follow us on Facebook<br />

OPEN DAILY + YEAR-ROUND<br />

INDOOR & OUTDOOR SEATING<br />

400 WASHINGTON STREET • 609-770-8559<br />

May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 5


NEW JERSEY’S PREMIER<br />

FARM-TO-BOTTLE DISTILLERY<br />

Tours · Cocktails · Live Music · Spirits · Gifts<br />

OPEN DAILY<br />

Mon-Wed 2-8pm<br />

Thu-Sat 12-10pm<br />

SUN 12-8pm<br />

Food Truck Thu, Fri 4-8pm<br />

Sat 1-8pm & Sun 1-6pm<br />

Mondays: Trivia with<br />

Josh 6-8pm<br />

NEW: Red Tail Whiskey is now available!<br />

May specialty drinks: The Cucumber Mama & Signal Smash<br />

June 1 & 2: 7 th Anniversary Celebration<br />

June 15: Summer Sip & Shop 12-6pm<br />

916 Shunpike Road, North Cape May · 609-770-3381 · Nautispirits.com · @nautispirits<br />

Page 6 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024


5/16: End-Of-The-Year Party At Cape<br />

May United Methodist Church<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Brian, Cindy, Nathan<br />

Flo, Carol, Terri<br />

Lillian, Hey Young Horton, Helen Vile, Gladys<br />

May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 7


It’s Our 21st Anniversary Year!<br />

There are lots of different ways to celebrate with us... read this page for all the groovy details<br />

ABOUT EXIT ZERO<br />

Editor & Publisher Jack Wright<br />

jack@exitzero.com<br />

General Manager Katie Palombaro<br />

katie@exitzero.com<br />

Digital Manager Kayla Jordan<br />

kayla@exitzero.com<br />

Content Manager Nicole James<br />

nicole@exitzero.com<br />

Photographer Aleksey Moryakov<br />

photo@exitzero.com<br />

For more information<br />

609-770-8479 / info@exitzero.com<br />

Website exitzero.com<br />

Every Thursday, Exit Zero magazine<br />

is delivered to around 300<br />

establishments in the area. But<br />

you can get a jump on it by reading<br />

online every Tuesday morning!<br />

We also operate a restaurant and<br />

retail store, located at 110 Sunset<br />

Boulevard on the beautiful Cape<br />

Island. You can have Exit Zero<br />

delivered first-class every week for<br />

$120 annually. Or if you want to<br />

order a particular issue(s), please visit<br />

exitzero.store/publications.<br />

Play Our Famous Clipart<br />

Contest — Find The Cake!<br />

«In every issue, we are concealing a birthday cake in an<br />

ad. Can you find it? Enter by filling out the form at exitzero.<br />

com/clipart. Entries must be sent by May 30. Winner gets<br />

a $21 gift card! The winner’s name will be posted on our<br />

Facebook page each Thursday. Happy hunting, and here’s<br />

the exact size of the image!<br />

If You Turn 21 This Year,<br />

Come Celebrate With Us!<br />

«If you’re reading this page, you know that Exit Zero is<br />

21 this year. Now we want to hear from anyone else who<br />

is 21 this year. Why? Because if you are turning 21 this<br />

year, just bring in your driver’s license or any other proof<br />

of age, and get a $21 gift card to spend at our restaurant<br />

or retail store!<br />

FLASHBACK TO AUGUST, 2006 FOR THE WEDDING OF GRETCHEN AND CHRIS LAFLEUR<br />

TO ADVERTISE<br />

«This magazine is funded entirely<br />

through advertising, so please<br />

support the advertisers featured in<br />

these pages... they’re the best of the<br />

best! If you’re interested in becoming<br />

an advertiser, we offer very<br />

affordable packages. To learn more,<br />

give us a holler on 609-770-8479 or<br />

write to us at info@exitzero.com. The ceremony was held at Congress Hall and this picture was shot on the beach, just in case that wasn’t obvious<br />

Page 8 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024


Romantic Seaside Getaway<br />

9 Luxr Guest Rooms<br />

Sering Dinner<br />

Thursday - Monday<br />

Beginning at 5pm<br />

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED<br />

Live Piano on Satrday<br />

1301 Beach Avenue ǀ Cape May ǀ 609.884.9090<br />

WWW.PETERSHIELDSINN.COM<br />

May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 9


Page 10 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024


5/18: Sidewalk Sale On The Washington Street Mall<br />

Alison’s bridal shower<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />

Lunch Tuesday-Saturday 11am-2:30pm<br />

Dinner Nightly from 4:30pm<br />

322 Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />

609-884-9119 TISHASFINEDINING.COM<br />

Martini Hour 8pm-11pm Every Night!<br />

Specialty Martinis $12<br />

EL HEFE<br />

Tres agave Amaretto lime juice<br />

agave and Amarena cherries<br />

BUFFALO BLUE<br />

Tito’s buffalo sauce olive juice<br />

and blue cheese stuffed olives<br />

KENTUCKY DROP<br />

Bullet bourbon Limoncello<br />

lemonade mint<br />

FRENCH BLONDE<br />

Tanqueray Lillet Blanc St.<br />

Germaine grapefruit juice & bitters<br />

PORN STAR<br />

Vanilla vodka passion fruit simple<br />

syrup lime & Prosecco<br />

COOL AS A CUCUMBER n/a<br />

Muddled cucumber mint simple<br />

syrup and ginger beer $8<br />

Snacks<br />

Sm Cheese Board $13<br />

Meatball Martini $9<br />

Spicy Nuts &<br />

Flavored Popcorn $7<br />

Open Daily 11:30am-10pm<br />

3729 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />

609-889-7000 • 5WestPub.com<br />

May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 11


Where We’re Eating<br />

Here’s what the EZ team were chowing on this week<br />

Uncle Bill’s<br />

Open Daily 6:30-2<br />

BEACH & PERRY, CAPE MAY<br />

Page 12 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024<br />

Every week, the Exit Zero crew goes for lunch (or dinner or,<br />

maybe even on occasion, breakfast) at one of Cape May’s excellent<br />

dining establishments. Then we give you the skinny on<br />

what we ate, what we talked about (or some of what we talked<br />

about), who spat their drink from laughing too hard, who served<br />

us, who we bumped into and, you know, the general lay of the land.<br />

The place: Lucky Bones Back Water Grille on Route 109 South. This<br />

Cape May restaurant is just after the bridge coming into town, across<br />

the street from the Lobster House.<br />

The vibe: We went for a slightly early dinner on Friday night to beat<br />

the rush, though when we arrived it was a packed parking lot. Lucky for<br />

us, Lucky Bones offers tons of dining space plus bar seating, so we still<br />

made it in time to get sat right away. We were seated in the main dining<br />

room just along the banquet, not far from the bar or kitchen and in perfect<br />

view of their specials board. Our server Kadie was kind enough to<br />

run through everything with us and made wonderful recommendations<br />

— always good when you’re up for trying something new!<br />

The drinks: We didn’t stray too far from our usual drinks — Nicole<br />

enjoyed their signature Primo Cosmo and it was so delicious she had<br />

two. Dan was craving a beer and had a few Miller High Lifes... very<br />

unusual, but an ice-cold beer hit the spot... so he says.<br />

The food: Now, more about those wonderful recommendations!<br />

Dan couldn’t pass up trying their lobster bisque which typically flies out<br />

the kitchen, they run out by the end of the night. Dan confidently agreed<br />

it must after the first few bites. Nicole started with a small Caesar salad<br />

while they both dug into their famous fresh bread with oil — a favorites<br />

of nearly all guests. What we’ve never done at Lucky Bones was have a<br />

brick-oven pizza, so we decided to give it a try! We split the Skip Jack Pie<br />

— thin crust pizza topped with tomato sauce, mozzarella, arugula and<br />

prosciutto. There were a few rogue shreds of arugula left and maybe a<br />

small piece of crust by the end of the meal. It was just the right amount<br />

of food for two people and definitely something we plan to try more<br />

often — after all they have so many different kinds of pies!<br />

The takeaway: Lucky Bones is open for lunch and dinner daily and<br />

serves breakfast Friday-Sun from 8-11am. You can also grab takeout if<br />

you want to spend the evening at home. Order online or call the restaurant<br />

to place an order — and be sure to try that lobster bisque.


May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 13


Dine-in • full bar • takeout<br />

delivery through grubhub<br />

Fri-mon 12-9 & Tue-thu 3-9<br />

THURSDAYS $5 burgers + $3 Michelob Ultra drafts<br />

FRIDAYS & SATURDAYS Live music 4-8<br />

SUNDAYS half price apps + $5 drafts 3-9<br />

110 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May · 609-770-8479 · exitzero.com<br />

Page 14 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024


5/18: Sidewalk Sale On<br />

The Washington Street Mall<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Dominic, Sally, Chris<br />

Adored by<br />

Visitors...<br />

Loved by<br />

Locals!<br />

Joanne, Scott<br />

Stefan, George<br />

Open Daily 7am-2<br />

-2pm<br />

Kira, Valerie<br />

Chris, Emily<br />

Beach & Grant 609-884-3772<br />

May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 15


THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE<br />

What You Need To<br />

Know About The<br />

Food And The Vibe<br />

Meals<br />

Served<br />

Price Of<br />

Entrées<br />

Bar Or<br />

BYOB?<br />

Should I<br />

Book?<br />

Food For<br />

Kids?<br />

Other<br />

Details<br />

BEACH PLUM BAKERY AND CAFE<br />

484 W. Perry Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 770-8261<br />

www.caperesorts.com<br />

Enjoy fresh, farm-to-table bakery items along with<br />

La Colombe coffee drinks. Start the morning with<br />

delicious sweet breads, muffins, scones and cookies.<br />

Coffee &<br />

Snacks<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

N/A NO YES<br />

H<br />

b<br />

U<br />

BEACH PLUM FARM<br />

140 Stevens Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 602-0128<br />

www.beachplumfarmcapemay.com<br />

Enjoy the quiet beauty of this 62-acre farm in West<br />

Cape May and then indulge in the farm-to-table<br />

treats for breakfast or lunch. The soups, salads,<br />

sandwiches and juices are excellent.<br />

B, L, D<br />

VARIES<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

BYOB NO YES<br />

u b<br />

U<br />

THE BLACK DUCK<br />

1 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May<br />

(609) 898-0100<br />

www.blackduckonsunset.com<br />

A chic interior, with excellent modern American<br />

cuisine. Now under new owners, but Larry and Ashley<br />

are retaining the menu favorites established under<br />

previous owner Chris.<br />

D<br />

$16-$54<br />

Cards: V,<br />

MC<br />

BYOB YES NO<br />

u b<br />

H<br />

THE BLUE PIG TAVERN<br />

200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8422<br />

www.caperesorts.com/bluepigtavern<br />

Check out why Congress Hall’s restaurant is a favorite<br />

of locals as well as hotel guests. They serve classic<br />

tavern food for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a<br />

choice of indoor and outdoor dining.<br />

B, L, D<br />

$17-$36<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR YES YES<br />

u b<br />

U<br />

THE BOILER ROOM<br />

200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8421<br />

www.caperesorts.com/boilerroom<br />

The Boiler Room has a chic industrial vibe with<br />

exposed brickwork, stainless steel table tops and a<br />

dance floor that’s often bopping. Feast upon brickoven<br />

pizza with draft beers.<br />

L, D<br />

$10-$16<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR YES YES u<br />

THE BROWN ROOM<br />

200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8422<br />

www.caperesorts.com/brownroom<br />

CAPE MAY FISH MARKET<br />

408 Washington Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 770-3790<br />

capemayfishmarket.com<br />

CAPE MAY GRILLED CHEESE<br />

315 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 305-4276<br />

capemaygc.com<br />

Congress Hall’s lounge got a very groovy, very sexy<br />

renovation. The bar was enlarged (and moved) and<br />

there are all sorts of seating nooks from which to<br />

enjoy great drinks and a great vibe.<br />

Comfy joint in the middle of the mall, featuring a raw<br />

bar, surf-n-turf entrées, sandwiches and burgers, plus<br />

outside tables for some great people-watching!<br />

Enjoy a fun and creative twist on an age-old favorite.<br />

From wild combinations, to classic ingredients, there’s<br />

plenty you’ll want to try when you visit.<br />

Bar Menu<br />

and<br />

Cocktails<br />

L, D<br />

Reopening<br />

late spring<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

$12-$36<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO NO u<br />

BYOB NO YES<br />

BYOB NO YES<br />

b<br />

H<br />

u b<br />

H U<br />

COLD SPRING GRANGE<br />

735 Seashore Road, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-0114<br />

Serving great classic comfort food in a beautiful<br />

location with a historic vibe. Chef Sherry Sheldon<br />

created a menu that offers pub-style fare while<br />

embracing the farm-to-table concept.<br />

Reopening<br />

June<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

BYOB YES YES u b<br />

THE CRICKET CLUB<br />

106 Decatur Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 888-6095<br />

capemaycricketclub.com<br />

The Kulkowitz family’s latest culinary adventure.<br />

They’re bringing a new vibe to the Cape May dining<br />

scene with menu featuring local food with global<br />

flavors.<br />

D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR YES NO u b<br />

DELANEY’S IRISH PUB & GRILL<br />

400 Washington Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 770-8559<br />

www.delaneyscapemay.com<br />

As you’d expect of an Irish pub, this is the place to get<br />

Guinness and good pub grub. The burgers and meat<br />

pies have been receiving rave reviews.<br />

L, D<br />

$12-$25<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES<br />

b<br />

H<br />

KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />

Page 16 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024


5/18: Sidewalk Sale On The Washington Street Mall<br />

Jim, Peggy<br />

Emil, Queen Maysea Vanessa<br />

Clare, Nathan<br />

John, Carla<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />

May 23, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 17


THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE<br />

What You Need To<br />

Know About The<br />

Food And The Vibe<br />

Meals<br />

Served<br />

Price Of<br />

Entrées<br />

Bar Or<br />

BYOB?<br />

Should I<br />

Book?<br />

Food For<br />

Kids?<br />

DOCKSIDE DAVE’S<br />

458 W Perry Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 770-8923<br />

www.docksidedavesnj.com<br />

Family owned and operated offering fresh seafood,<br />

sandwiches, snacks, dinner platters and party trays for<br />

your next event. Keep an eye out for their food truck<br />

— schedule can be found on their website.<br />

L, D<br />

$6-$20<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

BYOB NO YES<br />

u<br />

H U<br />

DOGTOOTH<br />

100 East Taylor Avenue, Wildwood<br />

(609) 522-8383<br />

www.dogtoothbar.com<br />

Good food, good beer and great times! Stop in for<br />

happy hour to enjoy food and drink specials along<br />

with live music. And don’t forget to ask about their<br />

draft list for a cold one!<br />

L, D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES<br />

u b<br />

H U<br />

THE EBBITT ROOM<br />

25 Jackson Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-5700<br />

www.caperesorts.com/ebbittroom<br />

Enjoy your meal on The Ebbitt Room porch,<br />

overlooking tree-lined Jackson Street, or take in the<br />

buzzy vibe of the dining room and bar.<br />

D<br />

$28-$38<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR YES NO u<br />

EL PUEBLO TAQUERIA<br />

3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />

(609) 600-3793<br />

www.elpueblotaqueria.com<br />

Located in North Cape May and their newest<br />

location on the Cape May beachfront, serving up<br />

affordable and authentic Mexican dishes made from<br />

only the freshest ingredients.<br />

L, D<br />

$9-$16<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

BYOB NO YES<br />

u b<br />

H<br />

E. M. HEMINGWAY’S<br />

1045 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-5611<br />

www.hemingwayscapemay.com<br />

Casual and family-friendly, E. M. Hemingway’s offers<br />

fine seafood, prime beef and excellent specials. All<br />

right across from the beachfront. Great place to<br />

watch sports, too.<br />

B, L, D<br />

$15-$38<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES<br />

u b<br />

H<br />

EXIT ZERO FILLING STATION<br />

110 Sunset Boulevard, Cape May<br />

(609) 770-8479<br />

www.exitzero.com<br />

Thai and Indian food, plus there are some fun<br />

American dishes, too and great burgers. Enjoy drafts<br />

and cans from Cape May Brewing Co plus some<br />

seriously crafty cocktails.<br />

L, D<br />

$15-$29<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES<br />

u b<br />

H U<br />

FINS BAR & GRILLE<br />

142 Decatur Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-3449<br />

www.finscapemay.com<br />

Inside, enjoy the exciting maritime-themed decor<br />

inside. Outside, you can enjoy eating out in the<br />

middle of Decatur Street, under the canopy.<br />

L, D<br />

$17-$37<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES<br />

b<br />

H U<br />

5 WEST PUB<br />

3729 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />

(609) 889-7000<br />

www.5westpub.com<br />

This hotspot is a gastropub from the owners of Tisha’s.<br />

Here you’ll enjoy the same high-quality food and<br />

high-quality service, in a relaxed atmosphere.<br />

L, D<br />

$6-$20<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES<br />

u b<br />

H U<br />

FOUNDER’S GRUB & PUB<br />

3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />

(609) 729-3700<br />

www.moreyspiers.com<br />

Enjoy reimagined boardwalk classics in a family<br />

friendly outdoor atmosphere overlooking the<br />

Wildwood beaches and Mariner’s Pier.<br />

L, D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES b H<br />

410 BANK STREET<br />

410 Bank Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-2127<br />

www.c410bankstreet.com<br />

Enjoy French New Orleans cuisine with a Caribbean<br />

flair inside this historic 1840 Carriage house. Choose<br />

from seafood, steaks and other culinary creations from<br />

their carefully curated menu.<br />

D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

BYOB YES YES u<br />

GEORGE’S PLACE<br />

3001 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-6088<br />

www.kararestaurantgroup.com<br />

This local legend of an eatery serves up their signature<br />

breakfast items, mouth-watering lunches and<br />

generous dinners all in a welcoming and relaxed<br />

environment.<br />

B, L, D<br />

$8-$27<br />

CASH ONLY<br />

BYOB NO YES b H<br />

KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />

Page 18 EXIT ZERO May 23, 2024


REMEMBER<br />

2003?<br />

• Britney, Madonna<br />

and Christina’s VMA<br />

performance<br />

• Cost of a gallon of gas<br />

is $1.83<br />

• Finding Nemo<br />

• Oldest exoplanet<br />

found<br />

• Exit Zero Magazine<br />

launched!<br />

Now that we have your attention...<br />

TURN TO PAGE 21 FOR SOME<br />

VERY EXCITING NEWS!<br />

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THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE<br />

What You Need To<br />

Know About The<br />

Food And The Vibe<br />

Meals<br />

Served<br />

Price Of<br />

Entrées<br />

Bar Or<br />

BYOB?<br />

Should I<br />

Book?<br />

Food For<br />

Kids?<br />

GOLDEN STOP<br />

120 Park Boulevard, Cape May<br />

(609) 602-8830<br />

thegoldenstop.com<br />

GRANA BYOB<br />

413 S. Broadway, Cape May<br />

granabyob.com<br />

HARPOONS ON THE BAY<br />

91 Beach Drive, North Cape May<br />

(609) 886-5529<br />

www.harpoonsonthebay.com<br />

HARRY’S OCEAN BAR AND GRILLE<br />

1025 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-2779<br />

www.harryscapemay.com<br />

ICCARA ITALIAN BISTRO<br />

315 Ocean Street, #4, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-0200<br />

www.iccaracapemay.com<br />

JERSEY GIRL<br />

3601 Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood<br />

(609) 523-1800<br />

www.jerseygirlkitchen.com<br />

JESTER’S DIVE BAR<br />

3505 Route 9 South, Rio Grande<br />

(609) 889-2000<br />

www.jestersdivebar.com<br />

JOE’S FISH CO.<br />

2501 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />

(609) 729-3700<br />

www.moreyspiers.com<br />

THE LOBSTER HOUSE<br />

Fisherman’s Wharf, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8296<br />

www.thelobsterhouse.com<br />

LOUISA’S CAFE<br />

104 Jackson Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-5882<br />

www.louisascapemay.com<br />

LUCKY BONES<br />

1200 Route 109, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-BONE<br />

www.luckybonesgrill.com<br />

Local coffee house and organic juicery serving<br />

breakfast all day and baked goods. Check out their<br />

lunch specials offered daily and seasonal drinks<br />

through the year.<br />

Chef Carl Messick has taken over what was once<br />

Godmother’s and transformed it into a relaxed, finedining<br />

restaurant. Exquisite dishes featuring seasonal<br />

and sustainable ingredients.<br />

A little slice of paradise on the bay, enjoy dishes<br />

with Caribbean flair, listen to a few jam bands and<br />

watch spectacular sunsets while sipping a cocktail or<br />

domestic draft.<br />

This year brings new ownership to the beachfront<br />

restaurant and bar. Rooftop dining, live music, fresh<br />

local seafood and signature orange crushes — the<br />

fun awaits!<br />

Just steps from the Washington Street Mall, Iccara<br />

Italian Bistro & Seafood brings you the fresh flavors of<br />

Italy in a charming, welcoming atmosphere.<br />

A Jersey Shore classic serving brunch and dinner.<br />

Visit their full bar mixing up specialty Jersey-themed<br />

cocktails, craft beer, and much more. Enjoy indoor<br />

and outdoor dining with an expanded patio.<br />

Owners Bill & Megan Bumbernick bring their<br />

restaurant chops from the Surfing Pig in North<br />

Wildwood. They’ve introduced a new menu complete<br />

with cold beer, specialty drinks and good times.<br />

Offering fresh seafood and a variety of burgers,<br />

sandwiches, salads and apps. Make sure to grab a<br />

stool upstairs overlooking Surfside Pier and enjoy<br />

local craft beer and signature cocktails.<br />

Take-out, fish market, restaurant, raw bar, breakfast,<br />

dinner... The Lobster House has it all. Drinks on the<br />

Schooner American before dinner is a must-do Cape<br />

May experience.<br />

The menu features all regional fare including fish,<br />

vegetables, fruits and herbs from Beach Plum Farm<br />

and other New Jersey farms. They also offer some fun<br />

sweets next door at the Chocolate Shop.<br />

A huge hit and locals’ favorite for a reason. Excellent<br />

food (the thin-crust pizzas are excellent), great bar<br />

vibe and service. Lucky Bones gets it right every time.<br />

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THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE<br />

What You Need To<br />

Know About The<br />

Food And The Vibe<br />

Meals<br />

Served<br />

Price Of<br />

Entrées<br />

Bar Or<br />

BYOB?<br />

Should I<br />

Book?<br />

Food For<br />

Kids?<br />

MAD BATTER<br />

19 Jackson Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-5970<br />

www.madbatter.com<br />

It’s the original fine dining restaurant in Cape May.<br />

The food is always creative and the breakfasts and<br />

brunches, hard to beat — hence the lines.<br />

B, L, D<br />

$26-$37<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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MAGNOLIA ROOM<br />

301 Howard Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8409<br />

www.chalfonte.com/the-magnolia-room<br />

Old-fashioned southern cuisine providing ultimate<br />

comfort inside the historic Chalfonte Hotel. Eat inside<br />

or on the veranda — there’s nothing more Southern<br />

than spending the evening in a rocking chair.<br />

B, D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

FULL BAR YES YES<br />

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MARIO’S PIZZA<br />

Washington Commons<br />

(609) 884-0085<br />

www.mariosofcapemay.com<br />

Homemade specialties and secret sauces, from classic<br />

pizza (using homemade dough daily) to paninis, garlic<br />

knots and pasta dishes.<br />

L, D<br />

$6-$20<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

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MAYER’S TAVERN<br />

894 3rd Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 435-5078<br />

www.mayerstavern.com<br />

The legendary harborfront dive bar reopened with<br />

a smart renovation undertaken by the Laudeman<br />

family. But the character remains, along with those<br />

fried scallops.<br />

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$15-$19<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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MUDHEN<br />

127 W. Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood<br />

(609) 846-7918<br />

www.mudhenbrew.com<br />

Sip on craft beers inside this rustic brewpub while<br />

enjoying delicious and casual fare including their<br />

BBQ smokehouse menu, juicy burgers and specialty<br />

mac-and-cheese dishes. Great outdoor space!<br />

L, D<br />

$14-$35<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

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OCEAN SEVEN<br />

7 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-5555<br />

www.innofcapemay.com/ocean-7<br />

Located at the Inn of Cape May, stop in to enjoy<br />

breakfast, lunch and dinner paired with specialty<br />

cocktails.<br />

B, L, D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

AE, D<br />

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OCEAN VIEW<br />

Beach and Grant Avenues, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-3772<br />

www.oceanviewrestaurant.com<br />

A large and very reliable menu. Classic diner food,<br />

oversized portions, and very reasonably priced. A<br />

locals’ favorite for a reason.<br />

B, L<br />

$9-$30<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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OSTARAS COFFEE HOUSE<br />

600 Park Boulevard, West Cape May<br />

www.ostarascoffeehousewcm.com<br />

This family owned coffee house offers delicious<br />

coffee, breakfast sandwiches and baked goods<br />

including gluten free and vegan options.<br />

B<br />

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Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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OUT THERE COFFEE<br />

315 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />

www.outtherecoffee.com<br />

Start every morning with their home-roasted coffee,<br />

super-food lattes, gluten free baked goods and<br />

varieties of toasts and frozen drinks.<br />

Pastries,<br />

toast and<br />

snacks<br />

$5-$10<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

N/A NO YES<br />

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OYSTER BAY<br />

615 Lafayette Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-2111<br />

www.oysterbayrestaurant.com<br />

Eat in the lovely, airy dining room or in the adjoining<br />

bar area with a fun vibe. There’s also a daily bar<br />

menu, happy hour, great martinis and classic,<br />

generous dishes.<br />

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PEACE PIE<br />

326 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May<br />

(609) 435-5321<br />

www.peacepieworld.com<br />

Enjoy gourmet ice-cream sandwiches and signature<br />

Peace Pie squares made with your favorite flavors of<br />

ice cream.<br />

Dessert<br />

$6<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

N/A NO YES<br />

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What You Need To<br />

Know About The<br />

Food And The Vibe<br />

Meals<br />

Served<br />

Price Of<br />

Entrées<br />

Bar Or<br />

BYOB?<br />

Should I<br />

Book?<br />

Food For<br />

Kids?<br />

PETER SHIELDS INN<br />

1301 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-9090<br />

www.petershieldsinn.com<br />

PIER HOUSE<br />

1317 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 898-2244<br />

www.capemaylamer.com<br />

PIGDOG BEACH BAR<br />

3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />

(609) 729-3700<br />

www.moreyspiers.com<br />

POPPI’S<br />

4709 New Jersey Avenue, Wildwood<br />

(609) 600-3964<br />

www.poppisbrickoven.com<br />

QUINCY’S LOBSTER ROLLS<br />

320 Washington Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 600-3571<br />

www.quincysoriginal.com<br />

RUSTY NAIL<br />

205 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-0017<br />

www.caperesorts.com<br />

SAPORE ITALIANO<br />

416 South Broadway, West Cape May<br />

(609) 600-1422<br />

www.saporeitalianorestaurant.com<br />

SEASALT<br />

1035 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-7000<br />

www.capemayoceanclubhotel.com<br />

SHAMONE<br />

200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8421<br />

www.kararestaurantgroup.com<br />

STUBBORN BROTHERS<br />

2701 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />

(609) 729-3700<br />

www.moreyspiers.com<br />

TACO CABALLITO TEQUILERIA<br />

429 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-4800<br />

www. tacocaballitotequileria.com<br />

The Georgian Revival mansion is magnificent and<br />

the modern American menu matches it all the way.<br />

Bring your own favorite wine for a singular dining<br />

experience on the beachfront.<br />

This cozy, elegant restaurant in La Mer Beachfront<br />

Resort offers a welcoming ambiance serving<br />

American fare with innovative twists. See the new<br />

transformed terrace area with atrium doors!<br />

It’s family friendly, dog friendly and the best BBQ spot<br />

on the beach. The beach bar offers games for everyone<br />

to enjoy and serves up cool summer cocktails and a<br />

range of domestic and imports.<br />

Enjoy their old-world recipes in a relaxed atmosphere<br />

with rustic charm. They select the finest local ingredients<br />

for each dish and welcome your family to be a<br />

part of their family.<br />

Bringing a little taste of New England to Cape May.<br />

Indulge in classic lobster rolls, lobster salads, crab<br />

rolls and other quick-bite favorites at either of their<br />

locations including Beach Avenue.<br />

Beachfront dining at its coolest. Grab a spot in the<br />

sand, gather around the firepit, or sit at their indoor<br />

or outdoor bar while you feast on seriously good eats<br />

and drinks.<br />

Located in a magnificent Victorian mansion, with<br />

plenty of outdoor dining, and the food does it justice.<br />

Excellent Italian food and a lovely family-style<br />

ambience.<br />

Inspired by the ocean, and just steps away, this<br />

beachfront restaurant’s menu focuses on locally<br />

sourced seafood and signature craft cocktails.<br />

Take pleasure in an unlimited brunch or a 15-course<br />

tasting menu for dinner at Cape May’s only tapasstyle<br />

restaurant!<br />

This spot is great for the whole family to come eat,<br />

drink, laugh, and settle their family disputes. Enjoy<br />

ocean views, great food and ice-cold brews on the<br />

boardwalk.<br />

Enjoy this two-story, vibrant beachfront restaurant<br />

that offers authentic Mexican dishes and handcrafted<br />

margaritas made with artisanal tequilas.<br />

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PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Justin, Cindy<br />

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Jones and Constantine families<br />

Emilia, Lucas<br />

Gina, Patty<br />

Ray, James<br />

Dan, Patti<br />

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THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE<br />

What You Need To<br />

Know About The<br />

Food And The Vibe<br />

Meals<br />

Served<br />

Price Of<br />

Entrées<br />

Bar Or<br />

BYOB?<br />

Should I<br />

Book?<br />

Food For<br />

Kids?<br />

TISHA’S<br />

318 Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-9119<br />

www.tishasfinedining.com<br />

This local favorite serves delicious food for lunch and<br />

dinner. And they have a pet-firendly patio too. Check<br />

out their sister restaurant, 5 West Pub, too.<br />

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TOMMY’S FOLLY CAFE<br />

200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-6566<br />

www.caperesorts.com<br />

Filled with everything you need to keep you going<br />

all day long. Enjoy fresh-brewed La Colombe coffee,<br />

specialty drinks and an assortment of baked goods<br />

and breakfast paninis.<br />

B, D<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

BYOB NO YES<br />

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THE UGLY MUG<br />

426 Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-3459<br />

A Cape May legend. Inside, you’ll enjoy a classic<br />

pub atmosphere. Outside, it’s a great spot for<br />

people watching. Check their ad for upcoming live<br />

entertainment.<br />

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$12-$25<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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UNCLE BILL’S PANCAKE HOUSE<br />

Beach Avenue and Perry, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-7199<br />

Reliably good food — there is a reason why people<br />

wait in line. You can sit outside with ocean and beach<br />

views — and dine with your dog if the weather is<br />

nice.<br />

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$4-$9<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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UNION PARK<br />

Beach Avenue and Howard Street<br />

(609) 884-8811<br />

www.unionparkdiningroom.com<br />

Fine dining in a classic old hotel, where both the<br />

decor and the food are inspired. Voted one of the<br />

best restaurants in the state by New Jersey Monthly<br />

magazine.<br />

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Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE<br />

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VIGGIANO’S ON SUNSET<br />

109 Sunset Blvd, West Cape May<br />

(609) 435-5026<br />

www.viggianosbyob.com<br />

A new family-friendly Italian restaurant, from the<br />

same owners as the popular Conshocken restaurant.<br />

Expect classic Italian food done right and a welcome<br />

as hearty as the pasta dishes.<br />

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V, MC, AE, D<br />

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VINCENZO’S LITTLE ITALY<br />

3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />

(609) 889-6610<br />

www.vincenzoslittleitaly.com<br />

VINTAGE<br />

1048 Washington Street<br />

609-224-6064<br />

www.capemaymac.org<br />

WASHINGTON INN<br />

801 Washington Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-5697<br />

www.washingtoninn.com<br />

If you want to bring the family for a fine and fun<br />

Italian meal, look no further. The kids will love it.<br />

Excellent pasta dishes, and they’ve recently expanded<br />

their pizzeria.<br />

The newest addition to the grounds of the Emlen<br />

Physick Estate. Cape May MAC partnered with the<br />

folks behind George’s Place to create a modern,<br />

eclectic and delicious dining experience.<br />

Superb gourmet food, and a cool-but-cozy bar. Check<br />

out an amazing wine list of over 10,000 bottles;<br />

they’ve got the largest wine cellar in South Jersey.<br />

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$10-$31<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

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$9-$43<br />

Cards:<br />

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$18-$34<br />

Cards:<br />

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WESTSIDE MARKET<br />

517 Broadway, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-3061<br />

www.westsidemarketwestcapemay.com<br />

Breakfast, lunch, deli counter, butcher, groceries,<br />

baked goods... Westside has it all! Pick up a few<br />

sandwiches to bring to the beach or grab some steaks<br />

to grill up for dinner.<br />

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$7-$22<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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YOUNGER BROTHER<br />

314 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />

(609) 898-2009<br />

www.kararestaurantgroup.com<br />

Another fine eating experience from the Kara Group.<br />

Enjoy dinner in this cozy beachfront eatery. Their<br />

lobster brunch is one of the more innovative menu<br />

creations in town.<br />

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$14-$42<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

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KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />

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5/16: Madison Resort Wildwood Crest Grand Opening Party<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Morey family<br />

Kelsey, Courtney, Karen<br />

Emilia, Lucas, Philomena<br />

Kate, Nick, Rayan<br />

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Bird Droppings<br />

Dispatches from the nation’s birdwatching capital… by Seymore Thanu<br />

As has become our habit, friend Don<br />

Freiday and I spent the World Series<br />

of Birding on the hawkwatch platform<br />

at Cape May Point State Park.<br />

Our dawn-to-mid-afternoon effort<br />

garnered about 78 species. A far cry from<br />

the 120 or so species we used to tally doing<br />

a midnight to midnight full-state run, but<br />

fun and challenging enough for two old and<br />

infirm students of birds. Our effort was aided<br />

by Don’s remarkable ears which added at least<br />

40 species to our list.<br />

Mother’s Day Weekend is the chosen day<br />

of the event because it is the weekend offering<br />

peak bird diversity in New Jersey — a time<br />

when lingering winter species and breeding<br />

birds overlap and Spring migration is<br />

at its peak. Our notable sightings include a<br />

Swallow-tailed Kite which was soaring with<br />

Broad-winged Hawks. This marks the first<br />

time a Swallow-tailed Kite has been tallied<br />

in the 41-year-old event. Breeding no farther<br />

north than North Carolina, the Osprey-sized,<br />

splay-tailed raptor is accidental in Cape May.<br />

Happily, a number of teams managed to tally<br />

the bird first reported by Tom Reed from the<br />

dune cross over at Coral Ave. Our biggest<br />

miss was Song Sparrow, which nests in the<br />

dunes near the Hawk Watch. Shorebirds were<br />

scant due to the high water levels in Bunker<br />

Pond. Last year we tallied both Greater and<br />

Lesser Yellowlegs but not this year. This<br />

year’s effort was aided by northerly winds that<br />

pushed raptors our way and dropped tired<br />

migrants into the dunes all morning. After the<br />

winds turned easterly, we called it a day. East<br />

winds are the kiss of death for land migrants.<br />

The great thing about doing a Big Stay on<br />

the platform is all the other teams that show<br />

up. We shared the Swallow-tailed Kite with<br />

a Cornell University team competing in the<br />

zero-carbon category. No cars, just bikes.<br />

Other teams limit their World Series runs<br />

to Cape May County only. Those teams competing<br />

in the full state category have dwindled<br />

over time and now LGA (limited geographic<br />

area) efforts are the norm. Competing against<br />

a par value established for every NJ county. A<br />

team limiting their effort to an urban county<br />

like Bergen County, can compete with teams<br />

birding in bird-rich Cape May. A national<br />

birding competition is in New Jersey as it’s<br />

a bird rich state, one of only four where over<br />

200 species have been tallied in a single day.<br />

Texas and California host more species, but<br />

their size makes it impossible to knit the different<br />

habitats together in 24 hours. Different<br />

habitats equal different species.<br />

Spring<br />

FARM-TO-TABLE<br />

DINNERS<br />

Celebrate Beach Plum Farm’s bloom at our Spring Harvest<br />

dinners, where the fresh flavors from our fields are on full<br />

display. Bright and spontaneous, these beautiful dinners<br />

welcome the warmth and color of our Farm’s spring season.<br />

Learn More & Reserve at<br />

BeachPlumFarmCapeMay.com<br />

140 Stevens Street<br />

West Cape May, NJ 08204<br />

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5/16: Madison Resort Wildwood Crest Grand Opening Party<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Kevin, Carli, Todd, Sam, Jimmy<br />

Peg, Doug, Tiffany<br />

George, Francesca, Larry<br />

Tabitha, Lindsay, Betina<br />

Tommy, Jeremy, Lina, Erin<br />

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Connie, Mike, Ron


COASTAL CULINARY BLISS<br />

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Have A Safe &<br />

Happy Memorial Day!<br />

Joe<br />

Canal’s<br />

OF CAPE MAY & RIO GRANDE<br />

DISCOUNT Liquor Outlet<br />

Visit joe-canals.com - click on Cape May location<br />

to place orders for curbside pickup.<br />

918 RTE 9, CAPE MAY @ END OF PARKWAY • 609-884-7676<br />

& RIO GRANDE @ 1613 RTE 47 SOUTH • 609-886-9786<br />

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5/18: Coast Guard Community Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

Jessie, James<br />

Caren, Stan<br />

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Open Thursday-Monday 10:30am-5:00pm<br />

Cape May’s Full-Service Jeweler<br />

Offering Custom Designs,<br />

Watch Batteries & Repairs<br />

510 CARPENTERS LANE l 609-854-4489<br />

Shop online at trinketscapemay.com<br />

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Books... they’re magical<br />

Cape Atlantic<br />

Book Company<br />

OPEN @ 10am<br />

City Centre Mall 2nd floor<br />

Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />

609-846-7688 • capeatlanticbookco.com


It has arrived! This is the weekend where<br />

everybody “out there” starts thinking<br />

about going “downa” shore. We feel it on<br />

the streets! It kind of feels like a Mad Max<br />

movie when the crowds come, right?<br />

Speaking of which, there are plenty of cool<br />

films to see this summer — that is, when you<br />

can catch your breath for a moment!<br />

Furiosa: A Mad Max Saga is one of the most<br />

anticipated summer blockbusters — and it<br />

comes out this weekend. Indications are that<br />

it may not be as strong as the first reimagined<br />

offering nearly a decade ago. Mad Max: Fury<br />

Road (2015) won multiple Oscars and won me<br />

over. It was a feast for the eyes!<br />

Before you start thinking all I talk about<br />

is post-apocalyptic dystopian flicks (see my<br />

column last week), let’s look at other movies.<br />

Planet of the Apes started in 1968 with a<br />

relaunch in 2011. The original won one honorary<br />

Oscar for makeup in 1969 and the more<br />

current movies have always been nominated<br />

for Best Visual Effects (haven’t won yet). The<br />

latest film, Kingdom of the Planet of the Apes,<br />

The Movie Column<br />

By arts columnist Tom Sims<br />

is being well received so far! Oh wait. This<br />

whole franchise is post-apocalyptic, right?<br />

Only with apes… let me try another.<br />

Joker was a major hit in 2019 with 11<br />

Oscars nominations and two wins (one for<br />

lead Joaquin Phoenix). This summer, Phoenix<br />

is back — and now he has found his true<br />

love, the legendary villainous character Harley<br />

Quinn. Joker: Folie à Deux is — believe it or<br />

not — a musical. So who will play Quinn?<br />

How about Lady Gaga! Ugh. Gotham is a sort<br />

of dystopian city I guess, right? All right, all<br />

right. Give me another chance.<br />

Let’s talk about sequels and reprisals.<br />

Inside Out 2 brings back the emotions (Joy,<br />

Sadness, Anger, Fear, Disgust) to explore the<br />

next chapter in Reilly’s young life — namely,<br />

adolescence. Eddie Murphy reprises one of<br />

his first roles in Beverly Hills Cop: Axel F. Will<br />

Smith and Martin Lawrence are back as edgy<br />

cops in another Bad Boys movie. Deadpool &<br />

Wolverine is a blockbuster getting a lot of push<br />

considering it doesn’t come out until late July.<br />

Back to Black is a biopic about the eclectic<br />

soul and R&B singer/songwriter Amy<br />

Winehouse. And while we’re talking about<br />

“based on a true story,” let’s not forget the<br />

movie Sing Sing starring Oscar nominated<br />

Colman Domingo (star of Rustin). In this<br />

film, Domingo portrays an inmate who creates<br />

theatrical productions inside a prison.<br />

So plenty of cool movies to choose from<br />

— dystopian or not. What’s on your watchlist?<br />

Email flixyoumissed@gmail.com.<br />

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5/18: Coast Guard Community Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

Jay, Jimmy Bob, Michael Maria, Nikolas<br />

Alex Gary, Donna George, Grant<br />

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5/18: Coast Guard Community<br />

Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

CAPE MAY’S LANDMARK JEWELER<br />

INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE!<br />

Rick, Annalise, Valerie<br />

HUGE SAVINGS THROUGHOUT<br />

All Jewelry 50% Off!<br />

407 Washington Street Mall • 609-884-0334 • HenrysCM.com<br />

Save over $400 at 50 local restaurants, shops<br />

& activities with the Exit Zero Discount Deck!<br />

Matthew, Marta, Ella<br />

Available online at exitzero.store.<br />

CROSSWORD SOLUTION<br />

16. Curries<br />

18. Blue<br />

20. Fins<br />

21. Hemingways DOWN<br />

1. Harrys<br />

3. Rusty Nail<br />

5. Younger Brother<br />

7. George’s<br />

8. Oceanview<br />

10. Ugly Mug<br />

11. Hot Dog Tommy’s<br />

13. Bill<br />

15. Harpoons<br />

ACROSS<br />

2. Iccara<br />

4. Oyster Bay<br />

6. Lobster House<br />

9. Quincy’s<br />

11. Harbor View<br />

12. Mad Batter<br />

14. Tisha’s<br />

17. Filling<br />

19. Peter<br />

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5/18: Coast Guard Community Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

Mike, Frank Andrew, Lisa Kaitlyn, Brooke<br />

Sierra Gogue, Angel Dallas (CGEA) Brandy, John Debbie, Nancy<br />

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5/18: Coast Guard Community<br />

Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

World’s<br />

Best<br />

Chocolates!<br />

Vanderhoff family<br />

LOUISA’S CHOCOLATE BAR<br />

NEW LOCATION - RIGHT NEXT DOOR<br />

DOUBLE THE SIZE! 65 NEW LINES OF CHOCOLATE!<br />

Open Every Day at 11am<br />

609-884-5519 • 108 Jackson Street<br />

OPEN WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY<br />

USCG<br />

raw honey, beeswax candles<br />

all natural bath & Body PRoducts<br />

Smith family<br />

135 Sunset Blvd, West Cape May<br />

capemayhoneyfarm.com • 609.425.6434<br />

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Just for Laughs<br />

Who can’t use a clever coffee mug<br />

to start the day with?<br />

5/18: Coast Guard Community<br />

Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Bevis’s and Brayerton’s<br />

Mr. Rogers and Bob Ross are waiting just for you!<br />

504 WASHINGTON STREET MALL<br />

609-884-5466 * SCOPECAPEMAY.COM<br />

Tina, Lisa, Lynn<br />

Summer frocks, summer tops & summer hats<br />

will get you back in that saddle in no time!<br />

Kaleidoscope<br />

506 WASHINGTON STREET MALL<br />

609-884-1702 * SCOPECAPEMAY.COM<br />

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Detectives


The Activity Column<br />

Catherine Dugan’s guide to getting out there... this week, enjoy the affordable fun Cape May has to offer!<br />

A<br />

visit to Cape May is expensive —<br />

worth it, but pricey. There are some<br />

ways to make your trip more affordable<br />

without cutting down on the<br />

enjoyment. I’m not talking about<br />

being a cheapskate. After all, in the wise words<br />

of Dolly Levi, “Money, pardon the expression,<br />

is like manure. It’s not worth a thing unless it’s<br />

spread around, encouraging young things to<br />

grow.” If you like a store or restaurant, support<br />

it by spending your money there. If, however,<br />

money is tight, there are ways to be frugal.<br />

You’ve taken the first step — browse<br />

through Exit Zero and This Week In Cape<br />

May to find discounts. Visit Cape May MAC’s<br />

website (capemaymac.org) for info about free<br />

experiences, like their scavenger hunt, story<br />

stops and Carroll Gallery Exhibits. Become<br />

a member of MAC to get discounts on tours.<br />

Plan ahead to book your accommodations,<br />

and, if you can, consider a midweek trip,<br />

when many of your favorite places offer deals.<br />

For example, if a Harry’s Orange Crush is a<br />

vacation tradition, go on Wednesday. The Exit<br />

Zero Filling Station has Thursday specials — a<br />

$5 burger and $3 beer. Consider early bird<br />

specials like Iccara and enjoy three courses<br />

for $35 per person, plus tax from 4-5pm.<br />

Remember to tip on the non-discount price.<br />

If you like your beach vacation with a side<br />

of theater, the East Lynne Theater Company<br />

has affordable single show tickets, and season<br />

tickets are available for a limited time. Try the<br />

dinner and a show option at Cape May Stage<br />

or consider a season subscription. Look for<br />

the free events in town, like band concerts at<br />

the Rotary Park gazebo and Thursday Movies<br />

on the Beach starting in July. You can also visit<br />

the Cape May County Zoo!<br />

Take a “real estate bike tour” and pedal<br />

the streets of Cape May, dreaming of the<br />

house you’d buy and the way you’d decorate it.<br />

Attend community events like the Strawberry<br />

Festival in Wilbraham Park in West Cape May<br />

on Saturday, June 1 (rain date June 2) 9am-5<br />

pm. Admission is free, there’s music all day,<br />

and you can buy food from a variety of vendors.<br />

Visit the Garden Club’s Flower Show on<br />

June 1 at Convention Hall from 10am-4pm.<br />

Admission is $3.<br />

Use those famous CVS coupons for sunscreen.<br />

Buy the Exit Zero Discount Deck for<br />

$20 and take advantage of 50 discounts. Find<br />

paper or digital coupons for things like the Salt<br />

Marsh Safari and whale watching and check<br />

local miniature golf location to find their most<br />

affordable hours. Ask about student, military,<br />

senior, AAA and other discounts.<br />

Hats Tees Tanks Sweatshirts Hoodies Zip-Ups Art<br />

OPEN DAILY<br />

10-5<br />

You can also find us<br />

EVERY FRIDAY 5-8PM<br />

At Rea’s Farm<br />

And June 1 st at the<br />

Strawberry Festival<br />

in Wilbraham Park<br />

130 Park Boulevard • 609-884-2760 • theflyingfishstudio.com<br />

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PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

McElroy family<br />

DeSatnick team<br />

Judy, Charles, Ginny, Jessie<br />

Haywood family<br />

Xo and Mc clan<br />

Tara, Peggy, Pat, Amanda<br />

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5/18: Coast Guard Community<br />

Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Andrew, Alyssa, Laura, Pops<br />

\Megan Schanes, David Schanes, Kelly Schanes, , Stephanie Schanes<br />

Lauren, Bob, Paulette<br />

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Kiwanis Club<br />

of Cape May<br />

ANNUAL YARD SALE<br />

SATURDAY, MAY 25<br />

5/18: Coast Guard Community<br />

Festival At Cape May Training Center<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

1041 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY<br />

Doors open at 7am<br />

Come early to find a treasure or two. Bring your bags!<br />

Proceeds support Cape May Kiwanis historic clubhouse<br />

Donations may be dropped off<br />

from 10am-3pm<br />

Mon, May 20 - Fri, May 24 @ 12pm<br />

Clothing, shoes, electronics & large furniture will not be accepted!<br />

For pick up, call 609-884-8888 & leave a message<br />

Okeefe family<br />

Larry, Megan, Caleb, Rese<br />

Andrew, John, Vera<br />

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5/10: Around The Town At The Pier House<br />

Tony, Mike<br />

Andy Clan<br />

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4-7pm at the INN OF CAPE MAY<br />

Basket Raffle & Silent Auction! Live DJ, food, drinks,<br />

dancing! Order our signature drink: the Pride Pleaser!<br />

”FREE TO BE ME: TRANS RIGHTS NOW!”<br />

March begins at 6pm at the Cove and proceeds<br />

down promenade. Speakers at Convention Center.<br />

7-10pm at the INN OF CAPE MAY<br />

Family friendly Pride March After Party with live DJ,<br />

drinks, dancing, free face painting and more.<br />

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5/10: Around The Town<br />

At The Pier House<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Cape Harbor Shell<br />

GASOLINE<br />

DIESEL<br />

PROPANE<br />

TOWING<br />

TIRE CHANGES<br />

Stanley, Stacey<br />

OIL CHANGES<br />

MOST CARS REPAIRED SAME DAY!<br />

Located At Exit 0 on the Garden State Parkway<br />

609-898-0855 capeharborshell.com<br />

Lucifer, Ginger, Joanne<br />

Jess, Lauren, Ian, Ross<br />

BOTTOMLINE CHURCH<br />

New Jersey’s ONLY church that meets<br />

dockside at a Marina<br />

LOCATED AT UTSCH’S MARINA — D DOCK<br />

Sunday Worship Services @ 8am<br />

Come by Boat, Car, Bike or Walk<br />

All are welcome for a casual service and fellowship<br />

join us as we enjoy the creation while learning of the creator<br />

Pastor Joe Springer 609-703-0448<br />

bottomlinechurch.com • bottomlinechurch@aol.com<br />

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5/10: Around The Town At The Pier House<br />

Joanne, Carlos<br />

Sara, Chef Les, Lana<br />

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THE LOCALS<br />

CAPE MAY’S PREMIERE PODCAST<br />

Hosts Charity Clark, Mayor Zack Mullock, Michael Clark, Brady Schoenrock, Bil Huf,<br />

Rich McHale and Ed McDonough cover all you need to know about Cape May and the area.<br />

Podcast available on Facebook and streaming on the Cape May Music Cafe App with special airings.<br />

underwritten by Cape Assist l Uncle Bill’s Pancake House, Cape May & N. Cape May l Exit Zero Filling Station l Harpoons on the Bay<br />

interested in hosting a locals show? write to capemaymusiccafe@gmail.com<br />

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5/7: Annual Seashore Food<br />

Distributors Food Show<br />

Celebrating 35 Years!<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

LCMR students<br />

Celebrating 35 years<br />

of bringing beautiful music to<br />

Cape May, NJ.<br />

Joe, John<br />

Bill, Tim<br />

Sunday, May 26–<br />

Sunday, June 23, 2024<br />

Join us for four weeks and 15 musical<br />

performances of classical, chamber, jazz,<br />

funk, Indie-pop and Americana music,<br />

featuring the Bay Atlantic Symphony, Erich<br />

Cawalla & the Uptown Band, BAILEN, the New<br />

York Chamber Ensemble, New Jersey<br />

Symphony Chamber Players, the Atlantic Brass<br />

Band, OKCello, and more, including an<br />

intimate tribute to George Mesterhazy.<br />

For concert dates and tickets, scan the<br />

code below, or visit<br />

CapeMayMusicFestival.com<br />

Scan<br />

here<br />

Jann, Michael<br />

Jonn Lynch, Henry Satt<br />

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5/7: Annual Seashore Food Distributors Food Show<br />

The Seashore Food Distributors gang<br />

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Cape May’s First & Only All Streaming Radio Station


The Answer Lady invites inquiries from<br />

gentle readers on all manner of relationship<br />

quandaries, matters of the<br />

heart and ethics. If you’d like to send<br />

a query, write to info@exitzero.us. Or,<br />

simply sit back, enjoy a cup of coffee and contemplate<br />

the wisdom herein.<br />

Dear Answer Lady<br />

I am a senior in high school and on Mother’s<br />

Day I came out to my parents. I was very<br />

nervous and wanted to tell them at a happy<br />

moment — brunch at Pier House — my sisters<br />

already knew and are very supportive. I was<br />

surprised when my parents looked up from<br />

their omelets and said, “Yes, we know.” What I<br />

wonder now is whether I should tell my Nana.<br />

She’s constantly telling me how I will give her<br />

beautiful grandchildren one day. My parents<br />

think it would be better to not tell her, but I<br />

want to be honest. She is coming to visit soon<br />

— should tell her? — Honest Bob<br />

Dear Honest<br />

The Answer Lady understands your<br />

wanting to declare your orientation to your<br />

The Answer Lady<br />

Wise answers to perplexing questions<br />

family, but it isn’t necessary to wear it on your<br />

sleeve. Most people will figure it out and feel<br />

free to set anyone straight who doesn’t get it<br />

(puns intended). As to Nana, the same rule<br />

applies. If she is so intrusive as to comment<br />

on your future children — and being gay does<br />

not preclude you from having children — then<br />

she’ll probably open the door to tell her.<br />

Dear Answer Lady<br />

I’m the architectural consultant on a<br />

building addition and work closely with the<br />

construction project manager. We have been<br />

very flirty and when a gang of us went out to<br />

the Ugly Mug one night, he took flirty to the<br />

next level. It was just a kiss, but I’m afraid to<br />

get involved with someone I work with. On<br />

the other hand, he does not live in the area, and<br />

I’m afraid that if I brush him off, I will miss an<br />

opportunity. I’ve been able to deflect so far, but<br />

I’m going to have to say yes or no very soon.<br />

What should I do? — Looking for Mr. Right<br />

Dear Looking<br />

Honesty is the best answer. Invite him<br />

back to the Ugly Mug and tell him that you<br />

would love to explore these feelings, but not<br />

while working together. Flirting is one thing,<br />

but involvement opens you both up to a world<br />

of awkwardness, especially for your co-workers.<br />

You also don’t know anything about him<br />

— he could have a wife and six kids. The project<br />

will give you the time you need to get to know<br />

each other without sex getting in the way.<br />

Make a date to have dinner at Oyster Bay once<br />

the project is completed.<br />

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5/7: Annual Seashore Food Distributors Food Show<br />

Kevin, Gayle Todd Benckini Mark, Jim<br />

Tim, Devin Kathy, Henry Katie, Michael<br />

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HAVE A BANNER SUMMER!<br />

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5/7: Annual Seashore Food<br />

Distributors Food Show<br />

You are cordially invited to join us for another<br />

Spectacular Cape May Sunset Cruise<br />

aboard the AMERICAN STAR<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Monday, June 3 • 6-9 PM<br />

departing from The Cape May Whale Watch<br />

& Research Center at South Jersey Marina<br />

1231 Route 109, Cape May<br />

Hors d’oeuvres by Washington Inn Catering<br />

Raffle & 50/50 tickets • Live Music<br />

Exciting Silent Auction Items • Rutgers Football<br />

“Funny Girl” in Philadelphia & more<br />

$50 per person<br />

For Reservations, call LEE @ 908-794-6427<br />

Reservations are required, as seating is limited<br />

Plan to board by 5:45pm • Trip departs at 6pm<br />

Bruce Carlino aka Hot Dog Tommy<br />

Brady Schoenrock<br />

Yoga On The Beach<br />

CAPE MAY CITY (Behind Convention Center) $5<br />

• YOGA Sun, Mon, Fri, Sat @ 8am<br />

• TAI CHI Tue & Thu @ 8am<br />

CAPE MAY POINT STATE PARK (By Lighthouse) $10<br />

• YOGA Sun, Tue & Thu @ 9:30am<br />

Rain or Shine<br />

Twilight Yoga<br />

CAPE MAY CITY (Behind Convention Center) $5<br />

• YOGA Sun @ 8pm May 5-Oct 27<br />

no class Aug 18 or Sep 1<br />

Full Moon Yoga<br />

CAPE MAY CITY (Behind Convention Center) $5<br />

• Apr 23, May 23, Jun 21, Jul 22,<br />

Aug 19, Sep 17, Oct 18 @ 8pm<br />

Mark Hunter — 98.7 The Coast<br />

Henry and Mike Satt<br />

Karen Manette Bosna<br />

609-827-8886<br />

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@beachyogacapemay<br />

www.yogacapemay.com<br />

Donna, Heather<br />

Bentley, Joe


5/7: Annual Seashore Food<br />

Distributors Food Show<br />

MAKING TECHNOLOGY<br />

JUST WORK!<br />

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Dale, Kathy<br />

Kevin, Henry<br />

Robert Panaccio, VMD<br />

Robert Moffatt, VMD<br />

Nancy Reilly, VMD<br />

Patricia J. Link, DVM<br />

Dan, Craig<br />

Jerry, Susie<br />

Mike, Kathy<br />

Robert<br />

694 Petticoat Creek Lane, Cape May<br />

609-884-1729<br />

capemayvet.com<br />

hours by appointment<br />

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5/7: Annual Seashore Food<br />

Distributors Food Show<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

EXPLORE OVER 25 AIRCRAFT<br />

AND A WORLD WAR II-ERA<br />

WOODEN HANGAR!<br />

Julie, Bob, Monica, Patrice<br />

Ryan, Ashley, Bob<br />

Mike, Joe<br />

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5/7: Annual Seashore Food Distributors Food Show<br />

Sheila Jerry Julia, Mike<br />

Joyce, Luba Ed Tim, Bob<br />

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5/7: Annual Seashore Food<br />

Distributors Food Show<br />

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Jerry, Bentley, Jon<br />

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONCIERGE SERVICE<br />

Wendy, Debbie<br />

Sweet Summertime!<br />

Call us for all your summer home needs<br />

• Water on<br />

• Power washing<br />

• Window washing<br />

• Outdoor furniture setup<br />

• Spring cleaning<br />

• Maintenance/repairs<br />

• Landscaping<br />

• HVAC serviced<br />

• Service to smoke/co detectors<br />

One call does it all!<br />

Pasquale D’Ambrosio<br />

1400 Texas Avenue, Unit #2, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8444 | wkrservices.com<br />

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Save up to 14.6% on Sales Taxes By Renting Through Coastline<br />

3909 Bayshore Road<br />

North Cape May<br />

4 Beds / 2 Baths<br />

Sleeps 10 / Pet Friendly<br />

Rent:$1,075-$2,470/week<br />

Summer Availability<br />

Vacation Rental<br />

5/7: Annual Seashore Food<br />

Distributors Food Show<br />

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Cody Menz<br />

RealtoR©, Sales Associate<br />

Content Marketing Specialist<br />

Cell: (609) 675-1928<br />

Office: (609) 884-5005 x307<br />

CodyMenz@CoastlineRealty.com<br />

Sales & Vacation Rentals<br />

www.CoastlineRealty.Com<br />

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May<br />

Jessica, Stan, Anthony<br />

Cathy, Heather, Chef Andy, Fran<br />

John, Emma, Ben<br />

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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal<br />

Three beautiful dogs from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 609-465-8923<br />

OSCAR is a lively 10-month-old mixed Boston<br />

terrier who was found wandering. He<br />

came to the shelter and no one came for him,<br />

so he’s ready to be adopted. Oscar is a bundle<br />

of energy and has some work to do on his<br />

leash manners. He is dog and cat social and<br />

would make the perfect family companion for<br />

someone who will work on his manners.<br />

JACKS is a four-year-old mixed breed who<br />

came to the shelter when his owner could no<br />

longer care for him. Jacks enjoys a lively game<br />

of fetch and playing in the yard. He knows several<br />

behavior cues and sits when asked. He has<br />

good leash skills but is learning to trust people<br />

near his food. Older children and no other animals<br />

would be best.<br />

CALI came to the shelter a very shy stray<br />

but is warming up and very lovable. She is a<br />

one-and-a-half-year-old girl who has good<br />

leash skills and is always checking in with<br />

her human. Cali is a sensitive girl who understands<br />

quiet interactions and would thrive in a<br />

home with other dogs and that would appreciate<br />

this gentle soul.<br />

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MARGARET KITTNER BETHEL<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

CAPE MAY COUNTY<br />

ASSOCIATION OF REALTORS<br />

2023 REALTOR OF THE YEAR<br />

7-Time Winner of the<br />

5/7: Annual Seashore Food<br />

Distributors Food Show<br />

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609-408-1012 MBethel@CoastlineRealty.com<br />

VACATION RENTAL - 729 FRANKLIN STREET, UNIT 2<br />

Ideally situated, walk a<br />

block to the Washington<br />

Mall shops or under the<br />

shaded trees of Hughes<br />

Street to the beach. Park<br />

three cars and enjoy<br />

the town of Cape May -<br />

shopping, restaurants,<br />

beach and nightlife are<br />

within walking distance.<br />

4 Bedrooms | 2 Full, 1 Half Bath | Sleeps 12<br />

Luba, Joyce, Robert, Ashley<br />

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005<br />

KIMBERLY GIPPLE<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

Seller<br />

Representative<br />

Specialist<br />

Resorts & Second<br />

Home Specialist<br />

Accredited Buyers<br />

Representative<br />

609-972-9302<br />

Kim@CoastlineRealty.com<br />

2015-18, 23 NJ Realtors® Circle of Excellence Sales Award® Bronze<br />

2019 & 21-22 NJ Realtors® Circle of Excellence Sales Award®Silver<br />

VACATION RENTAL - THE BREAKERS<br />

24 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />

is one of Cape May’s most<br />

distinctive properties in the<br />

historic district. Featuring 8<br />

bedrooms, 9 bathrooms &<br />

space for up to 23 guests.<br />

PRIME WEEKS AVAILABLE!<br />

June 29-July 6, August 17-<br />

24, August 24-31, at a just<br />

reduced rate of $13,000.<br />

Sturdy Savings Bank<br />

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005<br />

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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal<br />

Three beautiful cats from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 609-465-8923<br />

DOVE is a beautiful girl who came to the<br />

shelter when she and her brother Dallas were<br />

dumped in a rural area. She is about one-anda-half<br />

years old and in good health. Dove has<br />

a great, positive nature about her. She’d be<br />

wonderful in a home with other cats and children,<br />

and is up to date on all vaccinations and<br />

spayed.<br />

DALLAS is a handsome boy who came to<br />

the shelter when he and his sister Dove were<br />

dumped in a rural area. He is a wonderful and<br />

playful cat that’s up to date on all vaccinations<br />

and neutered. Dallas would be good in a home<br />

with other cats and children. If interested in<br />

adopting Dallas, contact the shelter about<br />

bringing him home.<br />

YOKO was brought to the shelter in October<br />

2022 with a litter of kittens. They were<br />

all adopted, but it took mama some time to<br />

domesticate. Yoko is a shy girl but warms up<br />

quickly with people she knows — she can be<br />

a little sweetheart and is great with other cats.<br />

Yoko would do best in a quiet home where she<br />

can adjust slowly.<br />

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Insurance<br />

Millennium Administrators is an<br />

insurance agency focused exclusively on<br />

health insurance for the independent<br />

contractor, individual & employer —<br />

large or small<br />

For a free quote, call 866-MHG-2489<br />

or email spicard@millennium-tpa.com<br />

www.millennium-tpa.com<br />

815 Washington Street, Cape May<br />

DENNIS J. SPILKER<br />

Manager/Funeral Director NJ Lic. No. 4038<br />

KEVIN J. BEARE<br />

Funeral Director NJ Lic. No. 3806<br />

Cherishing Life’s Moments<br />

609-884-3793<br />

spilkerfuneralhome.com<br />

Continuing a 90-Year Tradition of Serving<br />

the Cape May and Lower Township Area<br />

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5/12: Mother’s Day<br />

At Congress Hall<br />

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Dave, Shawn<br />

Aiden, Dilon<br />

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PROPERTY PAGES<br />

Your own personal oasis... This rancher offers three bedrooms,<br />

two-and-a-half baths, living and dining room, extra-large family<br />

room and working kitchen. Pull up to the massive drive with<br />

two-car garage and extra parking. Set back from the road this<br />

property offers mature trees and landscaping in the front yard<br />

that welcomes you home.<br />

The kitchen is where the magic happens whether you’re<br />

cooking Thanksgiving dinner or getting ready for one of your<br />

parties. Step out on the oversized deck with automatic awnings,<br />

portable cocktail station and eating area ALL overlooking the 18’<br />

x 36’ saltwater in-ground pool with a slide. Broadway Beach in<br />

Cape May is less than three miles away but that’s for tomorrow.<br />

There’s a half court behind the pool area for shooting hoops,<br />

plus a couple of storage buildings for your pool toys, golf cart,<br />

bikes and garden tools. The entire property is fenced-in. Put this<br />

property on your MUST-SEE list. Asking Price $649,000.<br />

730 SEASHORE ROAD, COLD SPRING<br />

Contact William Kurtz of Coldwell Banker Sol Needles at 609-780-6557.<br />

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941 COLUMBIA AVENUE • CAPE MAY • 609-884-5005


Search online @ CoastlineRealty.com<br />

CAROL A. MENZ Broker/Owner gri, sres, crs, abr, sfr, rsps<br />

NJ Realtors® Circle of Excellence Award® Platinum 2015-2023<br />

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5/12: Mother’s Day At Congress Hall<br />

Congress Hall crew Henry Moore Emily, Nick, Weston<br />

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5/12: Mother’s Day At Congress Hall<br />

Lora, Matt, Madeline, Mason<br />

Faria, Regina, Falana<br />

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5/12: Mother’s Day Brunch At The Pier House<br />

Eric, Jill, Elllie, Anna<br />

Drew, Brittany, Harley, Dakota<br />

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BUYING & SELLING<br />

WITH INTEGRITY<br />

& TRUST<br />

Jersey Cape<br />

Realty<br />

SALES & RENTALS<br />

Heijung Park-Colameco<br />

Broker Salesperson<br />

609-602-8641 (c)<br />

5/12: Mother’s Day Brunch<br />

At The Pier House<br />

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OPEN HOUSE 5/25 • 12-2<br />

1045-1047 Lafayette St<br />

5 Beds, 4 Baths Total<br />

Asking $2,195,000<br />

Greg, Heather, Hadlee, Robert, Denise<br />

Jersey Cape Realty, Inc.<br />

Dolores Lanzalotti, Broker / Owner<br />

739 Washington Street, Cape May<br />

609-884-5800 www.JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

TAI MENZ<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

Direct 609-602-8061<br />

TaiMenz@CoastlineRealty.com<br />

Circle of Excellence 2017-2023<br />

2022 Platinum Circle of Excellence<br />

13+ ACRES IN WEST WILDWOOD FOR SALE<br />

Vicki, Joe, Patty, Cooper<br />

Zoned Marine Commercial - Multiple Blocks Offered<br />

Call for more information<br />

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005<br />

Nicole, John, Stella, Cristian, Charlie<br />

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5/12: Mother’s Day Brunch At The Pier House<br />

Francesca, Rayanna, Joseph, Presley<br />

Christian, Robert, Giana<br />

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Visit JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

Your source for Shore Real Estate<br />

We are incredibly humbled that you have made JCR<br />

#1 for 10 YEARS in CAPE ISLAND SALES<br />

That’s a lot of sharing, a lot of trust, a lot of loyalty, a lot of happiness,<br />

and most especially, a lot of making dreams come true.<br />

We cannot THANK YOU enough!<br />

Jersey Cape Realty & You…<br />

Thanks to our Clients, JCR had the highest number<br />

of transaction sides and highest dollar volume<br />

in sales of Cape Island properties again in 2023.<br />

(Based on data from the Cape May County Multiple Listing Service.)<br />

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Dolores Lanzalotti, Broker/Owner<br />

739 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204 Info@JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

www.JerseyCapeRealty.com 609-884-5800


Your SHORE Experts<br />

24 Jackson Street, Cape May<br />

8 Bedrooms, 8.5 Baths - $4,995,000<br />

Spectacular Seaside Mansion<br />

Main home, garden apartment and<br />

2-car garage on historic Jackson<br />

Street in heart of town. Must see!<br />

See<br />

What’s for Sale<br />

Any Time on<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

507 A Lighthouse Ave, CM Point<br />

4 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths - $2,129,900<br />

New Construction<br />

Open concept first floor, 2 primary<br />

suites, top-of-the-line appliances.<br />

Screened back porch, paver driveway.<br />

Book Your<br />

Vacation Rental<br />

Any Time on<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

1253 Washington St, Cape May<br />

5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths - $1,475,000<br />

Gorgeous Renovation<br />

Approx. 3400 sq ft plus private back<br />

yard, attached 4-car garage, Cape<br />

May front porch in Marina District.<br />

See<br />

What has Sold<br />

Any Time on<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

933 Washington St, Cape May<br />

5 Apartments - $2,980,000<br />

Historic Thomas Webster House<br />

Currently four seasonal apartments<br />

plus owner’s quarters. Many options<br />

for flexibility and income!<br />

See The Beach<br />

Any Time on<br />

JCR’S webcams<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

1045-1047 Lafayette St, Cape May<br />

3 Units - $2,195,000<br />

Rare opportunity!<br />

Renovated triplex. New plumbing,<br />

electrical & structural work. Ask<br />

about availability as separate condos.<br />

Open 7 days a week<br />

With our full-time professional Realtors &<br />

a fully dedicated rental team<br />

609-884-5800<br />

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5/12: Mother’s Day Brunch<br />

At The Pier House<br />

Realtor Sales Associate ABR, SRS<br />

Cell 609-846-5376<br />

Office 609-884-5005<br />

hollicappelli@coastlinerealty.com<br />

Buying: Searching for your dream home? From cozy condos to spacious<br />

family homes, let me guide you through the exciting journey!<br />

Selling: Ready to move on to your next chapter? I will develop a<br />

unique marketing strategy to attract qualified buyers.<br />

Vacation Rentals: Own a property in this sought-after vacation<br />

destination? Turn it into a profitable rental with my assistance!<br />

SOLD!<br />

VACATION RENTAL<br />

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404 Denver Ave, #210,<br />

WW Crest $250,000<br />

2 Fernwood Rd, Town Bank<br />

3 Beds, 2.5 Baths, Sleeps 6<br />

Patti Apice and family<br />

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005<br />

BOB HARTMAN JR<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

Cell 609-780-4626<br />

BobHartmanJr@CoastlineRealty.com<br />

Contact me for all your sales<br />

and rental needs!<br />

The Bostard and Rechner crew<br />

20 ACRES IN EDGEWOOD<br />

Excellent development opportunity! Approximately 20 acres<br />

of vacant land in a rapidly expanding area. $1,950,000.<br />

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005<br />

Melissa and family<br />

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The Exit Zero Crossword<br />

The theme is Cape May restaurants... compiled by Nicole James<br />

1 2 3<br />

4 5<br />

6<br />

7<br />

8<br />

9 10 11<br />

12 13<br />

14 15 16<br />

17<br />

18 19<br />

20<br />

21<br />

ACROSS<br />

2. This Italian Bistro is in the<br />

Washington Commons. (6)<br />

4. Grab a table in their bar<br />

area or dining room offering<br />

a different menu on Lafayette<br />

Street. (6,3)<br />

6. You can spot this restaurant’s<br />

servers just by their traditional<br />

uniforms. (7,5)<br />

9. Enjoy delicious lobster<br />

rolls from the Beach Avenue,<br />

Washington Street Mall or<br />

Wildwood Boardwalk location.<br />

(7)<br />

11. Travel here for dinner by car<br />

or boat and enjoy the beautiful<br />

views from their deck. (6,4)<br />

12. This common brunch spot is<br />

located inside the Carroll Villa<br />

Hotel. (3,6)<br />

14. The Negro family owns<br />

5 West Pub has this sister<br />

restaurant on the Mall. (6)<br />

17. This Station also used to<br />

pump gas. (7)<br />

19. The P in PSI on Beach<br />

Avenue. (5)<br />

21. Enjoy prime rib night at this<br />

local spot on Beach Avenue. (10)<br />

DOWN<br />

1. Known for rooftop orange<br />

crushes. (6)<br />

3. Sit in the sand at Cape<br />

Resorts’ summer spot. (5,4)<br />

5. What does YB stand for? (7,7)<br />

7. This cash-only place is owned<br />

by the same group as 5 down.<br />

(7)<br />

8. This family restaurant is on<br />

the corner of Beach Avenue and<br />

Grant Street. (9)<br />

10. This Washington Street Mall<br />

trio includes Delaney’s, Cape<br />

May Fish Market and the ____<br />

___. (4,3)<br />

11. Serving up leaner wieners<br />

and bad dogs all summer. (3,3,6)<br />

13. What Uncle serves up the<br />

best pancakes? (4)<br />

15. This summer staple is on the<br />

bay in North Cape May. (8)<br />

16. 17 across is known for its<br />

many _______. (7)<br />

18. The color of the pig inside<br />

Congress Hall. (4)<br />

20. Next to 10 down and just<br />

opened an upstairs bar. (4)<br />

SOLUTIONS ON PAGE 37<br />

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