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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 • june 20, 2024 • volume 22, number 20<br />

HOLLYWOOD EXCLUSIVE! J WHERE'S WALTER?<br />

Whole Town Goes Nuts For<br />

Fab New Library! PAGES 3-30<br />

Cape May Point Civic Club<br />

Luncheon PAGES 32-36<br />

Bryan Cranston, multi-Emmy-winning star of the iconic Breaking Bad, was a guest at the after-party at<br />

Elaine’s for Cape May Stage’s Becoming Dr Ruth, starring his good friend Carolyn Mignini. He is pictured<br />

with wife Robin Dearden and Marlena Lustik. The show runs through June 30. More on pages 71-78.<br />

LEAD Party For 4th And 6th<br />

Graders PAGES 56-58


Page 2 EXIT ZERO June 20, 2024


6/13: Ribbon Cutting For New Cape May Library At Franklin Street School<br />

The new Cape May library at Franklin Street School opened last Thursday with a fabulous community-wide celebration of books. Yes, books are still cool!<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 />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 3


6/13: Ribbon Cutting For New Cape May Library At Franklin Street School...<br />

“Founders and Supporters”<br />

Page 4 EXIT ZERO June 20, 2024<br />

City Hall gang


Plus Books Are Passed To The New Branch From The Old Ocean Street Site<br />

The Cape May Book Brigade formed a human chain and passed 100 important volumes from the Ocean Street site to the new location on Franklin Street<br />

The Turner family<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 5


6/13: Book Brigade Passes Books From Ocean Street To New Library Site<br />

Cape May Cares<br />

Open nightly at 5pm<br />

Reservations strongly recommended<br />

via the Resy app or call 609-849-9255<br />

Open 7 Days | Fine Dining | Reservations Recommended<br />

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

Page 6 EXIT ZERO June 20, 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, JUN 20 - STAY ACOUSTIC<br />

FRI, JUN 21 - THE ROCKETS<br />

SAT, JUN 22 - KINGSLEY<br />

SUN, JUN 23 - HIGH FIVE SWAN DIVE<br />

MON, JUN 24 - STAY ACOUSTIC<br />

TUE, JUN 25 - MARC STORACE<br />

WED, JUN 26 - 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 />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 7


NEW JERSEY’S PREMIER<br />

FARM-TO-BOTTLE DISTILLERY<br />

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

TASTING ROOM<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 />

Mon 6-8pm: Trivia<br />

Tue & Wed: 15% off cocktails<br />

Bring Dad in for a Father’s Day Bourbon Smash - available all month long!<br />

Find us every Friday 5-8pm at Rea’s Farm Market for special prices on spirits.<br />

Sun, Jun 23: Yoga with Luna Souls & Bowls on the farm 10:30-11:30am.<br />

Sat, Jun 29: Join us for a Jimmy Buffet style island celebration! Whisk-A-Ritas flowing<br />

all day, Jimmy Buffet Music, Live band 6-9pm. Wear your buffet best for a chance to win.<br />

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

Page 8 EXIT ZERO June 20, 2024


6/13: Book Brigade Passes Books<br />

From Ocean Street To New Library<br />

Cape Resorts Realty Group<br />

Wynona, Rick, Roxane, Bill, Barb, Paige<br />

Heather Brunkel, Aivlys Aguilar, Samantha Bankes<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 9


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 />

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 June 27. 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, 2003 AT UNCLE BILL’S PANCAKE HOUSE<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.<br />

Page 10 EXIT ZERO June 20, 2024<br />

Uncle Bill’s Pancake House staff in August of 2003 with owners Tom and Nancy O’Hara (they’re the ones in the costumes).<br />

You can see fun photos like this, and thousands more, in the 620-page coffee table book celebrating the 21st anniversary<br />

of this peppy little periodical! It will be available in the fall. Watch this space for more details!


Romantic Seaside Getaway<br />

9 Luxury Guest Rooms<br />

Serving Dinner<br />

Thursday - Monday<br />

Beginning at 5pm<br />

RESERVATIONS REQUIRED<br />

Live Piano<br />

1301 Beach Avenue | cape may | 609.884.9090<br />

WWW.PETERSHIELDSINN.COM<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 11


MAKING<br />

#MADISONMOMENTS<br />

IN CAPE MAY!<br />

1025 BEACH AVE<br />

CAPE MAY, NJ<br />

609.884.7011<br />

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT<br />

THIS WEEK<br />

THURS 6/20<br />

KARAOKE NIGHT 5PM - 9PM<br />

FRI 6/21<br />

LOST SAILORS 4:30PM - 8:30PM<br />

DUELING PIANOS 8:30PM - 11:30PM<br />

SAT 6/22<br />

MARK FISHER 1PM - 4PM<br />

DUELING PIANOS 5PM - 8PM<br />

DUELING PIANO BAR 8:30PM - 11:30PM<br />

SUN 6/23<br />

LOOSE ENDS 4PM - 8PM<br />

MON 6/24<br />

MARNIE & NATE 5PM - 9PM<br />

TUES 6/25<br />

ALZONIA STEEL DRUMS 5PM - 9PM<br />

WED 6/26<br />

JOHN KING 5PM - 9PM<br />

*Times, artists and locations subject to change<br />

CRUSH<br />

WEDNESDAYS<br />

$8 CRUSHES | 12 FLAVORS<br />

ALL DAY EVERY WEDNESDAY<br />

HarrysCapeMay.com<br />

609.884.2779<br />

@harryscapemay<br />

Cape May's ONLY<br />

Beachfront Liquor Store<br />

OPEN 7 DAYS A WEEK<br />

10AM - 10PM<br />

Local Craft Beer, Wine<br />

& Artisanal Spirits<br />

WineCellarCapeMay.com<br />

BEACH CLUB<br />

Open Memorial Day<br />

thru Labor Day<br />

• Beach Rentals • Cabanas<br />

• Activities for the Kids<br />

• Delivery from Harry's<br />

Ocean Bar & Grille<br />

Book 2024 rentals online at<br />

MontrealBeachResort.com<br />

Page 12 EXIT ZERO June 20, 2024


6/13: Book Brigade Passes Books<br />

From Ocean Street To New Library<br />

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

Dinner Nightly from 4:30pm<br />

Danelle Reed, Amy Sunderski, Violeta Oheda<br />

322 Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />

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

JUNE MUSIC LINEUP<br />

EVERY WEDNESDAY<br />

Barry Tischler 6-8pm<br />

EVERY SATURDAY<br />

Gregg Carpenter 7-10pm<br />

Patrick, Chris, Donna<br />

JUNE 13 Christian Glomb 7-10pm<br />

JUNE 14 Ray McGeehan 7-10pm<br />

JUNE 20 Brooke DiCaro 7-10pm<br />

JUNE 21 Walt Sapsai 7-10pm<br />

JUNE 27 Chris Lax 7-10pm<br />

JUNE 28 Bobby Williams 7-10pm<br />

Deanna, Jane, Collen, April<br />

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

3729 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />

609-889-7000 • 5WestPub.com<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 13


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 14 EXIT ZERO June 20, 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<br />

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

on what we ate, who served us, who we bumped into and, you<br />

know, the general lay of the land.<br />

The place: Smash Shack, one of those cute-as-a-button joints in<br />

the Akroteria food court on the beachfront near Perry Street.<br />

The vibe: You roll up in your swimming cozzie, ready for a good<br />

feed in the middle of a perfect beach day (or at the beginning or end of<br />

that beach day), snag a wooden picnic bench and chow down on some<br />

freshly made goodies, while taking in that intoxicating salty air.<br />

The owner: Jason Kramer has some very early history with Exit<br />

Zero magazine. While working for PegLeg parasail, he was featured in<br />

one of our first issues. But it was in issue six where he really made his<br />

mark, being named as one of the eight contestants in an utterly random<br />

competition we held to find an EZ Guy and an EZ Girl. We were looking<br />

for attractive people with big personalities. Jason qualified on both (he<br />

talks a LOT, and has lovely piercing blue eyes), though he didn’t win.<br />

Our esteemed panel of judges instead chose Cape May lifeguard DJ<br />

Draus, while Ashley Davis was voted the EZ Girl. Anyway...<br />

Celebrity sibling: Also worth noting — Jason may or may not have a<br />

sister whose alter ego is Cape May’s most famous piggie mascot (that’s<br />

all the clues you’re getting).<br />

The food: On this day, two of the EZ crew were nursing hangovers,<br />

and smash burgers seemed like the perfect antidote. And they were!<br />

We won’t be naming names, but Katie’s (whoops!) burger somewhat<br />

quelled the after-effects that come from downing two bottles of wine<br />

after a particularly challenging Sunday night managing Exit Zero Filling<br />

Station. Smash burgers are the specialty here, which you could have<br />

guessed from the Smash Shack name. But our gang also enjoyed an<br />

excellent chicken caesar wrap, and the crinkle-cut fries were fiendishly<br />

good, too.<br />

Pro tip: Breakfast is an excellent idea here! Our next trip will be<br />

to visit at 8am, when Smash Shack opens daily, to start the day with<br />

a loaded breakfast wrap, hash brown on the side. They also offer latenight<br />

munchies as well. Stop in and tell Jason Exit Zero sent you. We’re<br />

not saying it will do you any good, but it won’t do you any harm, either.


June 20, 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 />

BEACH PLUM FARM<br />

140 Stevens Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 602-0128<br />

www.beachplumfarmcapemay.com<br />

THE BLACK DUCK<br />

1 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May<br />

(609) 898-0100<br />

www.blackduckonsunset.com<br />

THE BLUE PIG TAVERN<br />

200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8422<br />

www.caperesorts.com/bluepigtavern<br />

THE BOILER ROOM<br />

200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-8421<br />

www.caperesorts.com/boilerroom<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 />

COLD SPRING GRANGE<br />

735 Seashore Road, Cape May<br />

(609) 884-0114<br />

THE CRICKET CLUB<br />

106 Decatur Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 888-6095<br />

capemaycricketclub.com<br />

DELANEY’S IRISH PUB & GRILL<br />

400 Washington Street, Cape May<br />

(609) 770-8559<br />

www.delaneyscapemay.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 />

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 />

The Black Duck building is under new ownership. A<br />

new restaurant will soon occupy the new space, with<br />

likely a new name. Perhaps the Red Pelican or the<br />

Orange Osprey. Either way, we will keep you posted!<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 />

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 />

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 />

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 />

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 />

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 />

Coffee &<br />

Snacks<br />

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June 20, 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 />

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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 />

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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 />

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Cards:<br />

V, MC,<br />

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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 />

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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 />

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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 />

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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 />

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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 />

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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 />

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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 />

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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 />

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6/13: Book Brigade Passes Books From Ocean Street To New Library<br />

Jean, Wynona Ed Zebrowski, Alex Coulter Jane, Aishlin<br />

Koko, Cathy Stephanie, Michele Linda, Gayle<br />

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Served<br />

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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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6/13: Ribbon Cutting For New Cape May Library At Franklin Street School<br />

The interior of the gorgeous new library, at the Franklin Street School, designed by Cape May architect Michael Calafati<br />

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BYOB?<br />

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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 />

FULL BAR NO YES H<br />

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 />

FULL BAR NO YES<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 />

FULL BAR NO YES<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 />

FULL BAR YES NO<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 />

BYOB NO YES<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 />

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$3-$8<br />

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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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V, MC, AE, D<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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Entrées<br />

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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 and inspired<br />

recipes, just steps from the beach.<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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Dine-in • full bar • takeout<br />

delivery through grubhub<br />

live music every weekend<br />

MON-THU 3-9<br />

FRI-SUN 12-9<br />

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

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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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$18-$35<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<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 />

L, D<br />

$12-$25<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

FULL BAR NO YES b H<br />

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 />

B, L<br />

$4-$9<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<br />

BYOB NO YES<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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$18-$35<br />

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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$15-$45<br />

Cards:<br />

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 />

AE, D<br />

$9-$43<br />

Cards:<br />

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AE, D<br />

$18-$34<br />

Cards:<br />

V, MC, AE, D<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 />

BYOB YES NO b H<br />

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

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THURSDAY JUNE 20<br />

TY KINGSLEY 5PM<br />

FRIDAY, JUNE 21<br />

LJ HALL 12PM<br />

GLENN ROBERTS BAND 5PM<br />

SATURDAY, JUNE 22<br />

KENNY CURCIO BAND 12PM<br />

JOE DEVLIN 5PM<br />

SUNDAY, JUNE 23<br />

HOLDYN BARDER 12PM<br />

RADIO REVOLUTION 5PM<br />

MONDAY, JUNE 24<br />

Cheezy & THE<br />

CRACKERS TRIO 5PM<br />

times subject to change check our website for updates<br />

mUDhENbREw.cOM<br />

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6/13: Book Brigade Passes Books<br />

From Ocean Street To New Library<br />

Donna, Quinton, Elin, Tallulah<br />

Adored by<br />

Visitors...<br />

Loved by<br />

Locals!<br />

Shaine Meier and friends<br />

Open Daily 7am-2<br />

-2pm<br />

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

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Bird Droppings<br />

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

Bird feeding is a popular pastime, with<br />

over 50 million Americans allocating<br />

a portion of their budget to it. Winter,<br />

when birds are not defending individual<br />

territories but are gathered in<br />

flocks, is the most popular time for setting out<br />

feeders. It is also a time when insect activity is<br />

low and many bird species switch over to more<br />

durable foods like fruits and other seeds.<br />

To the perennial question — Is it okay to<br />

feed birds in summer? — the answer is an<br />

unconditional YES.<br />

Backyard bird feeding is conducted mostly<br />

for the benefit of humans, so while you may<br />

attract fewer birds in summer, there is no reason<br />

to deprive yourself from the pleasure of birds<br />

during warmer months. Here in Cape May, we<br />

are blessed by a variety of year-round species<br />

that are happy to take advantage. Among them<br />

are chickadees, titmice, White-breasted nuthatch,<br />

Downey and Red-bellied, Blue Jays goldfinch,<br />

House Finch and blackbirds. A perennial<br />

favorite is the Northern Cardinal, the rakishly<br />

crested bird that is featured on about half the<br />

holiday greeting cards that are sent.<br />

The key to attracting a variety of birds is<br />

offering a variety of seed types. Black-oil sunflower<br />

seed is universally loved by seed-eating<br />

birds. If you offer nothing else, black-oil sun<br />

works best. Mixed seed is attractive to finches,<br />

blackbirds and turkeys.<br />

We strive always to have one mixed seed<br />

feeder and another filled with sunflower seed.<br />

Other favorites include thistle seed (beloved<br />

by goldfinch) and shelled peanuts, a hit with<br />

blue jays and titmice. Suet is relished by many<br />

species, especially woodpeckers.<br />

As important as food type is, feeder placement<br />

is crucial. Birds like woody vegetation for<br />

protection against hawks, so feeders should be<br />

placed near shrubs or trees. A feeder stuck in<br />

an open yard is going to attract few birds. Make<br />

sure feeders are placed away from windows<br />

and patio doors — millions of birds are killed<br />

every year by striking glass — and at least six<br />

feet off the ground, the vertical leap range of<br />

house cats.<br />

Bring suet indoors at night unless you enjoy<br />

feeding raccoons, but get it out early the next<br />

morning when your hungry minions will be<br />

looking for a high-energy snack.<br />

Hawks? Small bird-eating hawks like<br />

Cooper’s are attracted to concentrations of<br />

songbirds. Just think of hawks as another bird<br />

coming to your feeder — one that gets its seed<br />

second hand.<br />

Lastly, water is important, too. A shallow<br />

bath in a shady spot will attract birds not partial<br />

to seed. Robins are compulsive bathers.<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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6/13: Book Brigade Passes Books<br />

From Ocean Street To New Library<br />

Vickie, Jackie, Carol<br />

Cape May Community Food Closet<br />

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Auxiliaries


BEACHFRONT DINING<br />

Join us and discover our new menus created by<br />

Executive Chef Adam Bowen<br />

Piano Bar every Fri, Sat & Sun with Michael Margarite 6-10pm<br />

Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner<br />

Live Entertainment Daily at TikiTen25<br />

LOCATED IN THE OCEAN CLUB HOTEL<br />

SEASALTCAPEMAY.COM<br />

1035 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY<br />

609-884-7000<br />

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6/13: Cape May Point Civic Club Lunch At Cape May Point Fire Hall<br />

Kathy, Mary<br />

Mary, Gladys<br />

Barb, Peg Jayne, Ann Marie Jerri Hobdy, Linda Kimler<br />

OPEN DAILY 11am-8pm<br />

(Closed Monday & Tuesday)<br />

Eat In • Take Out • Beach Delivery<br />

capemaygc.com • 609-305-4276<br />

315 Ocean Street, Cape May (Washington Commons)<br />

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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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6/13: Cape May Point Civic Club<br />

Lunch At Cape May Point Fire Hall<br />

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<br />

Judy, Eileen, Jayne, Cathryn, Courtney<br />

Open Every Day 10:30am-5:00pm<br />

Cape May’s Full-Service Jeweler<br />

Offering Custom Designs,<br />

Watch Batteries & Repairs<br />

Barb, Patti, Eileen<br />

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

Shop online at trinketscapemay.com<br />

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Mary Lynn, Gayle, Arlene


The summer movie preview a few<br />

weeks back didn’t touch on many family-friendly<br />

movies. It focused mostly<br />

on dystopian post-apocalyptic flicks.<br />

Not at all family friendly. So, let’s see<br />

what’s out there for the kids!<br />

Turns out there is plenty! In my first summer<br />

preview, I talked about Inside Out 2, which<br />

looks amazing and hit theaters last week. I<br />

had to see the original four times at the movies.<br />

Now I could just buy it for $20 and watch<br />

it over and over. I’ll be reviewing the sequel<br />

soon.<br />

But wait, there’s more. The movie IF is still<br />

in theaters, and, like a lot of movies this year,<br />

it’s scoring big with audiences, though less<br />

so with critics. It’s written/directed by John<br />

Krasinski and stars Ryan Renolds, Steve Carell<br />

and a host of other celebs! Wyatt is my favorite<br />

five-year-old critic, and he says, “IF was great.<br />

I really like Bea, the blue guy, and the dad. It<br />

was about imaginary friends. It made me feel<br />

good. Kids five and older should watch it.”<br />

High praise indeed from a compelling new<br />

The Movie Column<br />

By arts columnist Tom Sims<br />

film critic!<br />

It looks like a new generation — well, half<br />

a generation — is going to be turned on to that<br />

orange cat we know and love. Yes, Garfield<br />

is coming back to theaters. Talk about history,<br />

the comic strip has been around since<br />

the mid-1970s, and was one of my favorites<br />

growing up. The fat cat who loves lasagna has<br />

gone back and forth from TV to movies, both<br />

animated and live action. And now it’s back<br />

to theaters again, with Chris Pratt as the voice<br />

of Garfield.<br />

“With the crayon, anything is possible!”<br />

Does anybody know what I’m talking about?<br />

Harold and the Purple Crayon promises to take<br />

your imagination where it’s never been! This<br />

looks like a wonderful adventure, starring<br />

Zachary Levi of Shazam and Zooey Deschanel.<br />

It’s adapted from a picture book published in<br />

1955 by author/illustrator Crockett Johnson.<br />

Now let’s start the parade of sequels. In<br />

addition to Inside Out 2, there’s Despicable Me<br />

4 (for those who can’t get enough of those<br />

Minions, which includes me). For streamers,<br />

Ultraman releases a new installment. It’s<br />

hard to call this a franchise when it’s actually<br />

more of a dynasty. The new movie, Ultraman:<br />

Rising, hit Netflix last week. Rounding out the<br />

parade is Moana 2, Sonic the Hedgehog 3, Kung<br />

Fu Panda 4 — so many sequels to choose from.<br />

Thanks again to Wyatt, my new partner in<br />

film reviews.<br />

As always, email flixyoumissed@gmail.<br />

com with all of your movie musings.<br />

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6/13: Cape May Point Civic Club<br />

Lunch At Cape May Point Fire Hall<br />

CAPE MAY’S LANDMARK JEWELER<br />

INVENTORY REDUCTION SALE!<br />

Gladys, Mary, Mary, Stephanie<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 />

Joan, Irene, Mary Anne, Mary Anne, Marie<br />

Available online at exitzero.store.<br />

14. Fantasmic<br />

15. Epcot<br />

CROSSWORD SOLUTION<br />

20. Monorail DOWN<br />

1. Toy Story Land<br />

2. Orlando<br />

4. Galaxys Edge<br />

6. Ariel<br />

8. Kilimanjaro<br />

9. Cinderella<br />

10. Tinkerbell<br />

12. Imagineers<br />

13. Daisy<br />

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ACROSS<br />

1. Tower of Terror<br />

3. Disney Springs<br />

5. Small World<br />

7. Mickey<br />

11. Blizzard<br />

16. Everest<br />

17. Thunder<br />

18. Heart<br />

19. Purple<br />

Flashback! To our coverage of the 2007 Cape May Point Civic Club Bazaar.


Just for Laughs<br />

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

to start the day with?<br />

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

504 WASHINGTON STREET MALL<br />

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

Cape May Blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil<br />

Cape May Olive Oil Co.’s top-selling olive oil is a curated blend<br />

featuring two parts of the Greek Koroneiki olive oil, one part of the<br />

Spanish Arbequina olive oil, and one part of the Italian Nocellara<br />

de Belice olive oil.<br />

It has a lovely smooth and buttery finish that makes it a<br />

wonderful oil for applications including baking, cooking, and<br />

drizzling.<br />

Add some of our Italian Smargiassi seasoning to it for a delicious<br />

bread-dipping experience.<br />

324 Carpenters Lane<br />

Open daily all summer long!<br />

Shop online 24/7/365 at capemayoliveoilcompany.com<br />

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OPEN WEDNESDAY-SUNDAY<br />

raw honey, beeswax candles<br />

all natural bath & Body PRoducts<br />

135 Sunset Blvd, West Cape May<br />

capemayhoneyfarm.com • 609.425.6434<br />

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The Activity Column<br />

Catherine Dugan’s guide to getting out there... this week, Cape May Music Festival<br />

Cape May’s 19th-century heyday<br />

coincided with a boom in popular<br />

music as an increase in leisure time<br />

meant that working people could<br />

attend concerts. The compact and<br />

affordable upright piano, invented in 1826,<br />

brought music into modest homes. While<br />

serious students played Chopin, Liszt and<br />

Brahms, newcomers could entertain their<br />

friends with more accessible tunes.<br />

Thanks to affordable sheet music, music<br />

hall tunes quickly became parlor music, with<br />

subjects ranging from criminal biographies,<br />

wash day blues, the challenges of poverty and<br />

the history of the postage stamp, along with<br />

more enduring themes like love, religion and<br />

family. In 1895, the telharmonium, an early<br />

effort in music-on-demand, allowed people<br />

to hear songs through the telephone. The<br />

songs were played on a large electric organ<br />

which produced clear tones amplified by a<br />

cone on the telephone receiver. It was expensive,<br />

used a great deal of electricity, and users<br />

faced crosstalk on the telephone lines. These<br />

headaches, along with the increasing practicality<br />

of the phonograph, doomed this early<br />

synthesizer to failure, even as it inspired a<br />

new generation of composers.<br />

Today, though we can carry music everywhere,<br />

live music remains a special event,<br />

which the Cape May Music Festival has been<br />

celebrating for 35 years. On Thursday, June<br />

20, the Bay Atlantic Symphony and violinist<br />

Qing Li bring the music of Mendelssohn<br />

to Convention Hall. Tickets are $35, with<br />

discounts for MAC members and students.<br />

The festival concludes with the Cape May<br />

Cabaret, featuring Erich Cawalla & the<br />

Uptown Band Orchestra. This night of big<br />

band music, dancing and dinner will be held<br />

at Convention Hall, Sunday, June 23. Tickets<br />

are $100, from capemaymac.org.<br />

To enjoy your music outdoors, consider<br />

Catch of Cape May at Canal Fest on Sunday,<br />

June 23, held at a private home at 931<br />

Seashore Road, to benefit the Nature Center<br />

of Cape May. There’s music from Howard<br />

Street Ramble, Don Shough Trio, and<br />

SeaBillys with an auction, food truck and<br />

drinks. Tickets are $40 or $500 for a table of<br />

10. Visit njaudubon.org/cocm. Music lovers<br />

should also remember the free concerts<br />

in Rotary Park, Fridays through Mondays<br />

through September 8 at 7pm. Bring your<br />

own lawn chair or blanket, and enjoy your<br />

favorite treats from the nearby Washington<br />

Street Mall as you listen. Concerts are held<br />

rain or shine, within reason.<br />

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

OPEN DAILY<br />

10AM-5PM<br />

Plus Find Us<br />

EVERY Friday<br />

at Rea’s Farm 5-8PM<br />

EVERY Tuesday<br />

at Backyard Park<br />

Farmers Market 3-7:30PM<br />

Saturday, June 29<br />

Harborfest 10AM-4PM<br />

at the Nature Center<br />

Saturday, August 31<br />

Tomato Fest 9AM-5PM<br />

at Backyard Park<br />

Saturday, October 12<br />

Lima Bean Fest 9AM-5PM<br />

at Backyard Park<br />

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

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The Big Picture<br />

West Cape May Elementary held a graduation ceremony for sixth graders on June 13. (Sucks to live at the beach.)<br />

More photographs by Aleksey Moryakov in next week’s issue, and check out our social media for more photos, too.<br />

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Pride March<br />

Thursday, June 20<br />

6pm March<br />

begins at the Cove & proceeds down<br />

promenade, followed by speakers at<br />

Convention Center<br />

7-10pm Family-friendly After<br />

Party at INN OF CAPE MAY<br />

with live DJ, drinks, dancing,<br />

free face painting & more<br />

Sincere Thanks to the Following Businesses for Supporting Equality Cape May:<br />

A Place on Earth<br />

A-1 Easy Self Storage<br />

Alyassa Rapp<br />

Antojos<br />

Bayshore Bliss Massage<br />

Becky Walder<br />

Becoming Intentions<br />

Bedford Inn<br />

Behr Brewing<br />

Big Little Nine<br />

Blue Bottle Art<br />

Boarding House<br />

Brent’s Auto Car<br />

C. Moore Makeup<br />

Cape Island Garden Center<br />

Cape May Aerial<br />

Cape May Brewery<br />

Cape May Honey Farm<br />

Cape May National Golf Club<br />

Cape May Olive Oil Co.<br />

Cape May Stage<br />

Cape May Winery<br />

Cape May Yoga<br />

Cape Square Entertainment<br />

Cape Winds Florist<br />

Carneys<br />

Carol Smith Bott Tarot Card<br />

Caroline’s Boutique<br />

Chalfonte Hotel<br />

Chez Michel<br />

Collar and Bone<br />

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Cotton Company<br />

Cricket Club<br />

Delaney’s Irish Pub & Grill<br />

Duce Loves Dogs<br />

East Lynne Theater<br />

Exit Zero<br />

Fine Fellows Creamery<br />

Flight Deck Diner<br />

Fudge kitchen<br />

Golden Stop<br />

Good Deeds<br />

Good Scents<br />

Great White Shark<br />

Holistic Wellness<br />

Inn of Cape May<br />

Jeff Graham Astrology<br />

Jill Ville Tattoo<br />

Kara Group<br />

Kona Sports<br />

Lace Silhouette Lingerie<br />

Lokal Hotel<br />

Louisa’s Chocolate Bar<br />

Luna’s Souls and Bowls<br />

M Fit Gym<br />

Mad Batter<br />

Madames Port<br />

Magic Brain<br />

Mary Jo Janiec<br />

Mary Pat Myers Photography<br />

Massage by Bee<br />

Massage by Pearl<br />

Mayer’s Tavern<br />

Menz Restaurant<br />

Micki Whitcas<br />

Mudhen Brewing Company<br />

Murphy Fence<br />

Nauti Spirits<br />

North Beach Gym<br />

Ostara’s Coffee House<br />

Out There Coffee<br />

Oyster Bay Restaurant & Bar<br />

Peace Pie<br />

Perigee Moon Body Art<br />

Peter Shields<br />

Primal<br />

Quincy Lobster Rolls<br />

Revolutionary Railroad<br />

Rooms By The Sea Airbnb<br />

Secluded Acres<br />

Sound Bowl Healing<br />

Sunflowers Boutique<br />

Sunset Liquors<br />

Susan Fox Hirschmann Art Pottery<br />

Taco Caballito<br />

Taqueria Casa Mia<br />

Tisha’s<br />

Turtle Gut<br />

Victorious<br />

Villas Liquor<br />

Vintage<br />

West Side Market<br />

Whales Tale


World’s<br />

Best<br />

Chocolates!<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 />

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6/1: Dirty Dozen Bike Tour At The Schooner At The Lobster House<br />

Our mission is to provide shelter, care and love<br />

for the unwanted, abused, and abandoned<br />

animals of Cape May County. We are a<br />

no kill organization. Our adoption program<br />

has helped to greatly reduce the numbers of<br />

homeless animals in our county.<br />

Your generous donation will help provide love, shelter,<br />

food, and medical services to helpless animals. All<br />

contributions are tax-deductible, as allowed by law.<br />

aocmc.org/getinvolved<br />

600 Park Blvd, Unit 3, West Cape May<br />

609-898-1738 | info@aocmc.org<br />

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Animal Outreach<br />

of Cape May County<br />

31 Perry Street in the<br />

•<br />

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French<br />

Macarons<br />

in Cape May<br />

We Love Celebrating Birthdays!<br />

Towers • Favors • Mini Boxes •<br />

Macaron Cakes • Printed Macarons<br />

Learn more at capemaymacarons.com<br />

@capemaymacarons<br />

609-961-1159


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6/7: Don Merwin Photography Exhibit Opens At Harbor Gallery<br />

Harry Shubin, Tina Giamo, Don Merwin and Evelyn Lovitz at the Harbor Gallery at the Nature Center of Cape May<br />

Cape Harbor Shell<br />

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

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6/7: A Breezy Beachfront Friday Night At The Rusty Nail<br />

The Augustine family<br />

The Wallace family<br />

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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6/7: A Breezy Beachfront Friday Night At The Rusty Nail<br />

Katie, Chase<br />

Biking badassery... Jim Barnes, Allison Morgan<br />

Susan Corcoran, Casey DiFerdinando<br />

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6/7: A Breezy Beachfront Friday Night At The Rusty Nail<br />

Lauren, Marie, Tyler<br />

Johnny, Riley, Dave<br />

Jacqui, David, Hobie<br />

Noah, Korra, Megan, Lexi, Mahlon, Ethan<br />

Chris, Melissa, Cayce and Jenn<br />

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Rusty Nail dream team


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 />

Our daughter turned 11 last week and for<br />

her birthday, we gave her a cell phone, as we<br />

promised. We have placed parental controls<br />

on it. The problem is my wife thinks that is<br />

enough. I want to check her phone and make<br />

sure. My wife thinks we should build bonds of<br />

trust. I say trust is earned and our job as parents<br />

is to be vigilant. I hate this. Surely there<br />

is a path that builds trust and lets me sleep at<br />

night. Help us Answer Lady. — Concerned<br />

Dear Concerned,<br />

There is a path. Trust, but verify. And be<br />

upfront. Educate her about the fact that there<br />

are bad actors out there and it is your job as<br />

parents to monitor those situations. As she<br />

gets older, you can relax a bit, maybe. And the<br />

The Answer Lady<br />

Wise answers to perplexing questions<br />

Answer Lady suggests you make a fun moment<br />

out of laying down the rules which go along<br />

with phone usage. Take her to the Ugly Mug for<br />

a burger. Just walking into the place will make<br />

her feel grown up. One more suggestion. The<br />

Answer Lady strongly recommends that her<br />

cell phone be left with you at bedtime. Nothing<br />

good happens after midnight on a cell phone.<br />

Dear Answer Lady<br />

My 14-year-old granddaughter dog sat<br />

for me while I was away. I wanted to treat her<br />

above what I paid her. I narrowed the choices<br />

to fun restaurants like the Rusty Nail or Harry’s.<br />

I texted her five days ago and she still has<br />

not answered. Yesterday I called and she didn’t<br />

pick up or return my call. I am hurt and, above<br />

all, I’m angry with her mother for raising such<br />

an inconsiderate child. Her mother would have<br />

never gotten away with treating anyone so<br />

rudely, let alone a grandmother. When I talked<br />

to my daughter about it, she brushed it off<br />

with the wide sweep of, “She’s 14. What do you<br />

expect?” What do I expect? To be treated with<br />

civility and respect. What is the next step? —<br />

Insulted<br />

Dear Insulted<br />

The next step is to find someone else to pet<br />

sit. Or give her the job, since it seems she did<br />

the job well, but keep it as a business arrangement.<br />

Emotionally, put your granddaughter in<br />

the deep freeze for a while. Find someone else<br />

worthy of your generosity and go to lunch with<br />

them. See what happens in the coming days,<br />

but the best approach is to distance yourself.<br />

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6/7: A Breezy Beachfront Friday<br />

Night At The Rusty Nail<br />

Chrissie, Patti, Rosemary<br />

Paul Jacobs, Tim Conklin, James Creed, Wayne Carson<br />

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Nicole Gill, David and Angelica Szomor


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6/5: Law Enforcement Against Drugs Event At Cape May Convention Hall<br />

Chief Dekon Fashaw, Detective Kelley Shustack Abigail, Abby Erik, Braxton, Paul<br />

Lenny, Kelley Emma, Hannah Mrs Mroz, Cathryn<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 />

Booking all your travel needs<br />

Specializing in Disney Parks<br />

Travel agent services are FREE<br />

Save up to 30% on rooms at select Disney Resort Hotels<br />

when you stay 5 Nights or longer this summer or early fall.<br />

4-Day, 4 Park Magic Ticket from $99/day + tax<br />

(Total Price from $396 + tax)<br />

Payment plans offered • Only $200 deposit required!<br />

Chris Piergiovanni, Travel Agent<br />

christopherp@pixietravelco.com<br />

@chrisonmainstreet<br />

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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 />

• Jun 21, Jul 22, Aug 19,<br />

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

Karen Manette Bosna<br />

609-827-8886<br />

@beachyogacapemay<br />

www.yogacapemay.com


6/5: Law Enforcement Against Drugs<br />

Event At Cape May Convention Hall<br />

Repping Cape May City and West Cape May<br />

Take The Chill<br />

Challenge!<br />

Take an active role in demonstrating<br />

that you care about Cape May by making<br />

some energetic energy choices!<br />

Jaden, Tessa<br />

Leilani, Jackie<br />

• Buy locally and invest in and use your own reusable grocery bags<br />

• Invest in and use a reusable water bottle and coffee mug<br />

• Use cloth towels instead of paper<br />

• Turn water off when not in use like when cleaning your teeth<br />

• Cut your shower time and use cooler water<br />

• Rinse and Recycle all that you can<br />

• When you can, ride a bike or walk<br />

• Be respectful of our trees<br />

• Find local farmers markets and shop there – it’s fresh and fun<br />

• Carry litter from the beach and use containers provided<br />

• Dry towels and clothing on a clothes line when possible<br />

• STOP idling your car<br />

• Turn off lights when not in use/needed<br />

• Use LED light bulbs and unplug electronics when not in use<br />

• Grow your flower or vegetable garden with plants that attract bees<br />

and butterflies, and require less water<br />

• Tread lightly – explore local nature centers and trails<br />

• Build responsibly – Support Green Energy!<br />

ACT PERSONALLY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR THE<br />

CAPE MAY COMMUNITY WE ALL LOVE!<br />

Environmental Commission meets fourth Tuesday each month at<br />

11am in City Hall. All are welcome. Get involved! THANK YOU!<br />

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6/5: Law Enforcement Against Drugs<br />

Event At Cape May Convention Hall<br />

FEATURING<br />

Megan, Chief Dekon Fashaw, Sara El-Shoubary<br />

Chase, Ian, Beau<br />

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Alina, Ian, Lina


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Robert Panaccio, VMD<br />

Robert Moffatt, VMD<br />

Nancy Reilly, VMD<br />

Patricia J. Link, DVM<br />

6/5: Release Party For “Cool Cape<br />

May” At Exit Zero Filling Station<br />

694 Petticoat Creek Lane, Cape May<br />

609-884-1729<br />

capemayvet.com<br />

Kayla Jordan, Nicole James, Gabrielle Sceia, Jim Lennon<br />

hours by appointment<br />

MAKING TECHNOLOGY<br />

JUST WORK!<br />

Casey, Brigitta, Jack, Alicia<br />

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Susan, Amanda, Carl


6/5: Release Party For “Cool Cape<br />

May” At Exit Zero Filling Station<br />

Jordan, Courtney, Kait, Allie<br />

PROPERTY MANAGEMENT & CONCIERGE SERVICE<br />

Jenna, Jack Wright, Hilary Pritchard<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 />

Jordan, Courtney, Kait, Allie, Lindsay, Kim<br />

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

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

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6/5: Release Party For “Cool Cape May” Book At Exit Zero Filling Station<br />

Charity Clark, Patrick McGonigal Pat Raspa, Bob Bitting The three Behrs<br />

Patrick McGonigal, Jeff Raiczyk Susan Lotozo, Gabrielle Sceia Courtney and Chad Ludeman<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 />

AURORA is a beautiful Alaskan Malamute<br />

looking for a quiet home. Her favorite thing is<br />

to be brushed and when you are done one side,<br />

she turns so that you can do the other side! She<br />

has been nervous adjusting to shelter life, but<br />

is gaining the confidence she needs. Aurora<br />

has been working on her leash skills. If interested<br />

in adopting her, contact the shelter.<br />

XENA is a playful, affectionate girl. Her owner<br />

brought her to the shelter when they could no<br />

longer take care of her. She lived in a home<br />

with children, but would do best with older<br />

kids due to her size and enthusiasm. Xena<br />

loves to play fetch and looks forward to snuggles.<br />

She is looking for someone to give her a<br />

second chance to live in a home.<br />

MAGNUS came to the shelter as a stray. He is<br />

comfortable with humans and looks forward<br />

to seeing them. Magnus is easy to harness and<br />

walks well on a leash. He is learning to play<br />

with toys. Magnus is looking for a home that<br />

will continue his training. He is a gentle soul<br />

who would make a great addition to a family.<br />

He gets along well with other dogs.<br />

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6/7: Cape May Brew Co Employee<br />

Party At Their Cape May Airport HQ<br />

Noelle, Lisa, Tiff, Liz<br />

Danielle, Jim, Jon<br />

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Mike, Sue, Paul, Barb, Marie


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 />

TIPPY is a black cat with a white tip on the<br />

end of her tail. She came to the shelter with<br />

her mother Callie when their owner became<br />

ill. Tippy is eight years old and in great health!<br />

She is a house-trained indoor cat. She is<br />

extremely sweet and social. The shelter would<br />

consider breaking up the mother and daughter<br />

team if necessary.<br />

CALLIE is a bit of a couch potato. Weighing in<br />

at 23 pounds, she needs diet and exercise. She<br />

came to the shelter after living in a bedroom<br />

for years with her daughter, Tippy. Callie is 10<br />

years old and is an amazing cat with positive<br />

energy. Callie is up-to-date on all her vaccinations<br />

and is house-trained. If interested in<br />

meeting this affectionate girl, call the shelter.<br />

MITCHELL is a handsome grey-and-white<br />

cat who was abandoned. He is declawed and<br />

obviously an indoor cat. Mitchell is between<br />

12 and 14 years old and in good health. He is<br />

very sweet and calm. He would make a great<br />

addition to a quiet, adult home. Mitchell<br />

is up-to-date on vaccinations and housetrained.<br />

Contact the shelter to meet him!<br />

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insurance agency focused exclusively on<br />

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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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6/7: Cape May Brew Co Employee Party At Their Cape May Airport HQ<br />

Austin Myers Ralph Autuore, Frank Stempi Brett Tewksbury, Mike Lacouture<br />

Karen, Brenda Chris Baruffi, Jake Craley John, Spencer<br />

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PROPERTY PAGES<br />

SPECTACULAR BAYFRONT LOCATION, ALONG LOWER TOWNSHIP’S<br />

“GOLD COAST.” Sensational bay and sunset views! Just steps to<br />

Cape May-Lewes Ferry, Harpoons On The Bay restaurant, and<br />

just a few miles from Historic Cape May City. This three-bedroom,<br />

one-bathroom home is in need of some TLC, or you could<br />

tear it down and rebuild your dream home. They aren’t making<br />

any more waterfront property, so don’t let this one pass you by.<br />

Being sold strictly AS-IS. The seller will provide fire certificate<br />

prior to closing. Any and all other inspections will be at buyer’s<br />

expense and solely for informational purposes only.<br />

Asking Price: $1,595,000<br />

711 BEACH DRIVE, NORTH CAPE MAY<br />

Contact James Hanson of Coldwell Banker Sol Needles at 609-374-0255.<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 67


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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 />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 69


6/7: Cape May Brewery Employee Party At Their Cape May Airport HQ<br />

The Brew Crew<br />

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6/6: Cape May Stage After-Party<br />

At Elaine’s For “Becoming Dr Ruth”<br />

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 />

Cape May Stage Friends<br />

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

VACATION RENTAL<br />

930 Kearney Avenue<br />

Two blocks to the<br />

beach and a short<br />

walk to restaurants<br />

and shopping, with a<br />

wonderful backyard<br />

patio featuring a<br />

picnic table and large<br />

shower with separate<br />

changing room. Call<br />

for availability.<br />

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

Christine, Carolyn, Evelyn, David<br />

KIMBERLY GIPPLE<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

Seller<br />

Representative<br />

Specialist<br />

Resorts & Second<br />

Home Specialist<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 />

Accredited Buyers<br />

Representative<br />

24 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />

8 BR | 9 BA | Sleeps 23!<br />

One of Cape May’s most<br />

distinctive properties is<br />

offering an AMAZING last<br />

minute FIREWORK discount!<br />

Rental reduced from $13,000<br />

on a PRIME peak week over<br />

July 4. June 29-July 6 now<br />

only $9500!<br />

Fred May, Sandra Bloodworth<br />

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

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6/6: Cape May Stage After-Party<br />

At Elaine’s For “Becoming Dr Ruth”<br />

Theresa S, Irene Darocha, Denise Shutter<br />

Lynn, Janice, Lesley, Emmy, Janice<br />

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Marlena Lustik, Carolyn Mignini aka Dr Ruth Westheimer, Roy Steinberg


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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 />

6/6: Cape May Stage After-Party<br />

At Elaine’s For “Becoming Dr Ruth”<br />

Updated Turn-Key 2 Story<br />

3 BR, 2 BA Condo<br />

1045-1047 Lafayette St, Unit 3<br />

$995,000<br />

Excellent Opportunity!<br />

Sudha Kantor, Gwynn Anidjar, Alexa Parliyan<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 />

Chris Wallace, Elaine Wallace, Liana Wallace, Monica Gannon<br />

SINGLE-FAMILY HOME WITH TWO BOAT SLIPS!<br />

301 W 18 th Street, North Wildwood<br />

5 Beds | 5.1 Baths | 2 Boat Slips | Asking $1,999,899<br />

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

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Alan and Vivian Goldberg, Larry Hirsch


6/6: Cape May Stage After-Party At Elaine’s For “Becoming Dr Ruth”<br />

Chris, Rose Angela Segal, Theresa S. Jeannie and Jim Testa<br />

Susan Morris, Mary McKenney Laura, Wendy Larry and Miriam Hirsch<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 75


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 />

573 S Court House Dennisville Rd, CMCH<br />

3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths - $526,000<br />

Private Setting in the Woods<br />

Spacious home w/ lots of potential.<br />

Enclosed rear porch, family room,<br />

eat in kitchen. Garage w/ workshop.<br />

See<br />

What’s for Sale<br />

Any Time on<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

600 N. Route 47, CM Court House<br />

Building w/ Acreage - $995,000<br />

Consider the Possibilities<br />

Two-story building w/ parking & over<br />

20 acres (approx. 3 acres upland).<br />

Commercial & Residential zoning.<br />

Book Your<br />

Vacation Rental<br />

Any Time on<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

902 Ocean Ave, Unit 205, Lower Twp<br />

3 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths - $2,250,000<br />

Canyon Club Penthouse<br />

Furnished penthouse overlooking<br />

Cape May Harbor with spectacular<br />

views. Elevator service, 2-car garage.<br />

See<br />

What has Sold<br />

Any Time on<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

309 East 20 th Ave, North Wildwood<br />

Loft, 1.5 Baths - $449,900<br />

Prisitine Top Floor Condo<br />

1.5 blocks to the beach/boardwalk.<br />

Surprisingly spacious living area.<br />

Private rear deck, off-street parking.<br />

See The Beach<br />

Any Time on<br />

JCR’S webcams<br />

JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

805 Stockton Ave, Cape May<br />

12 Bedrooms, 12.5 Baths - $3,950,000<br />

Inn or Large Home<br />

This renovated beach block Inn is<br />

highly rated. Could be used as large<br />

home rental for income. Parking.<br />

Open 7 days a week<br />

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

a fully dedicated rental team<br />

609-884-5800<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 77


6/6: Cape May Stage After-Party<br />

At Elaine’s For “Becoming Dr Ruth”<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 />

VACATION RENTAL<br />

VACATION RENTAL<br />

409 Holly Ave, Cape May<br />

3 Beds, 2.1 Baths, Sleeps 6<br />

37 Jackson St, Cape May<br />

6 Beds, 4 Baths, Sleeps 17<br />

Carolyn Mignini plays Dr Ruth in the new Cape May Stage show, thru June 30<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 />

Craig, Gail, Hugh, Ginny, Ann, Tom<br />

VACATION RENTAL! JUST RENOVATED<br />

1015 New Jersey Ave,<br />

Cape May<br />

One block to the<br />

beach and walking<br />

distance to shops<br />

and restaurants!<br />

Sleeps 17.<br />

Availability in July<br />

& August.<br />

Call to book!<br />

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

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Craig, Rich, Jamie, Anne


The Exit Zero Crossword<br />

The theme is beer... are you thirsty for answers?!<br />

1 2<br />

3<br />

4 5 6 7<br />

8<br />

9<br />

10<br />

11<br />

12 13<br />

14 15<br />

16<br />

17<br />

18<br />

19<br />

20<br />

21<br />

22<br />

ACROSS<br />

1. Superior light beer. (8,5)<br />

3. Type of glass you’ll enjoy a<br />

beer in. (4)<br />

4. Sierra Nevada is this type of<br />

beer. (4,3)<br />

6. Key ingredient in adding<br />

bitterness, flavor and stability in<br />

beer. (4)<br />

8. It’s ______ time.” (6)<br />

9. You’ll use it to keep your can<br />

of beer cold outside. (6)<br />

10. New brewery set to open this<br />

year on Seashore Road. (4,7)<br />

12. Famous festival held every<br />

year in Munich. (11)<br />

16. You’ll top the bottle with<br />

a lime or include it with a<br />

margarita. (6)<br />

17. Clydesdales are worldfamous<br />

reps of this beer<br />

company. (9)<br />

18. Beer served in a 3 across, not<br />

bottle or can. (5)<br />

19. Irish dry stout out of Dublin,<br />

Ireland. (8)<br />

20. Color of this Belgian White<br />

moon. (4)<br />

21. Oldest operating brewing<br />

company from Pottsville, PA. (9)<br />

22. This local spot’s slogan is to<br />

“keep it small and keep it weird.”<br />

(5)<br />

DOWN<br />

2. Brewers of the Bog and<br />

Crushin’ It. (4,3,7)<br />

5. Creators of Summer Shandy.<br />

(11)<br />

7. Rio Grande brewery where<br />

you’ll find Beach Bubbles and 7<br />

Suns Double IPA. (5,4)<br />

9. You have to tap it. (3)<br />

11. Barn brewery where you’ll<br />

enjoy a Not Ye Grandpappy’s<br />

Sarsaparilla. (4,6)<br />

13. The other popular flavor of 5<br />

down. (10)<br />

14. Blue ribbon beer. (5)<br />

15. Wildwood brewpub. (6)<br />

16. Its mountains turn blue<br />

when it reaches optimal<br />

drinking temperature. (5)<br />

SOLUTIONS ON PAGE 36<br />

June 20, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 79

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