July 2007
July 1
Penny Chiusano Watercolor Exhibit Opening and Reception at The Chalfonte Hotel - 2-4pm
New York Watercolorist Chiusnao who recently exhibited her whimsical work at the Amsterdam Whitney Gallery in Chelsea, NYC, shows her work in The Magnolia Room at The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard Street, Cape May, NJ. Free and Open to the Public. The self-guided exhibit will be on display for the entire month of July from 11am-4pm. For information, contact The Chalfonte Hotel at 609-884-8409.
July 2-August 13
Cape May Kids Playhouse: Cape May Convention Hall welcomes kids and their families as jugglers, magicians, puppeteers, clowns and many others perform throughout the summer. 10 a.m. and 7 p.m., Mondays and Thursdays, July 2 through August 13. Cape May Convention Hall, Beach Drive at Stockton Place. $4 for adults; $2 for children (ages 3-12). Co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) and the City of Cape May. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org
July 3
Concerts by Candlelight at The Chalfonte Hotel
Violinist Timothy Schwarz 8:30 pm
Native Philadelphian Schwarz picked up his first violin at the age of four, and since then has connected with audiences all over the world. Schwarz appears in The Henry Sawyer Room at The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard Street, Cape May, NJ. Tickets $10 per adult/$7 per child, or free with dinner in The Chalfonte's Magnolia Room. For reservations, call 609-884-8409.
July 3
Lower Townships Firework’s Display at the Cape May Ferry Terminal Grounds . Live music, food and drink for purchase beginning at 7:00pm. Fireworks scheduled for 9:30pm – weather permitting.
July 4
Congress Hall's All-American Picnic with FIREWORKS for ALL TO SEE. The event of the year is at Congress Hall! Enjoy a day in the sun and take in the festivities on the lawn at Congress Hall. We'll spin summer favorites poolside all day. Then feast on a traditional barbecue and get ready for the evening's festivities - live musical entertainment and, of course, FIREWORKS! Please visit www.congresshall.com for more information.
July 6
Rock The Boat Night on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. Free Entertainment - from reggae to Jimmy Buffet to good ol’ rock ’n’ roll, the ferry is the place to be on summer Friday nights in July and August. Cruise departs Cape May at 6:00 p.m. and from Lewes at 6:15 p.m. Adults: $17; Children 6-13: $8.50; Children under 6: Free. Please visit The Cape May-Lewes Ferry website for more information.
July 7
Independence Day Parade
1pm Beach Avenue
July 9-13
Marge Chavooshian Watercolor Workshop at The Chalfonte Hotel
The Hotel is a perfect setting for watercolor classes with noted NJ artist Marge Chavooshian, who has received over 145 regional/national awards. Featured in American Artist, Art Matters, and the Who’s Who of American Art, she is represented in over 800 collections here and abroad and is a signature member of the American Watercolor Society and National Watercolor Society. Marge Chavooshian brings expertise to her class and a great enthusiasm and talent for teaching. Her workshop dates are as follows: Classes run from Monday to Thursday, with a gathering on Friday to finish the week. For information about enrollment and cost, call The Chalfonte Hotel directly at 888-411-1998.
July 10
Concerts by Candlelight at The Chalfonte Hotel: Philomel, 8:30 pm
The Delaware Valley¹s foremost baroque music ensemble specializing in the performance of 17th- and 18th-century music on period instruments. Featuring Bruce Bekker (harpsichord), Elissa Berardi (recorder), Virginia Brewer (oboe). Philomel appears in The Henry Sawyer Room at The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard Street, Cape May, NJ. Tickets $10 per adult/$7 per child, or free with dinner in The Chalfonte's Magnolia Room. For reservations, call 609-884-8409.
July 11
Kids Day at the Emlen Physick Estate: The Emlen Physick Estate, Cape May’s only Victorian house museum, hosts a day of discovery for kids of all ages. Learn what life was like more than 100 years ago from the parlor to the playroom on a tour of the Estate. Tromp around the grounds of the Estate, covered in tents filled with fun activities like dress-up, hat-making, singing, storytelling, face painting, Victorian games and more. 10 a.m.-3 p.m., Wednesday, July 11. $5 children (ages 3-12); adults free. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.
July 11
Lighthouse Pete’s Family Fun Cruise
Adults: $17; Children 6 - 13: $8.50; Children under 6: Free. Bring the family on a fun-filled adventure with the ferry’s adorable mascot, Lighthouse Pete the Pirate. Pete will be joined by other family entertainment including music. The cruise departs the Cape May terminal at 6:00 pm every Wednesday and the Lewes terminal at 6:15 pm every Thursday. Reservations are suggested, 800.643.3779.
July 11-15
18th Annual Ocean/Viking Showdown The War at the Shore" Sportfishing Competition. Best described as a rendezvous with some serious fishing thrown in, the annual Showdown is a friendly and fun competition between these two manufacturers to determine annual bragging rights. Team members will be the guests of their respective manufacturers and are treated to nightly dinners, cocktail parties and other activities, all adding up to four great days of fishing and fun for owners, crew and family. Numerous vendors of both Ocean and Viking contribute to the event and many are on hand along with factory representatives to answer questions about their products. The Showdown is open to all Ocean and Viking owners but space is limited. If you are interested in being a member of your respective manufacturer's team, contact Bob Glover at (609) 884-2400 to reserve your spot. (A modest entry fee will be determined by the manufacturer's.) Please contact South Jersey Marina 609-884-2400 or visit www.sjmarina.com for more information.
July 13
3rd Annual Ballroom Dance Gala at Congress Hall 7 p.m.-11
July 13
Rock The Boat Night on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. Free Entertainment - from reggae to Jimmy Buffet to good ol’ rock ’n’ roll, the ferry is the place to be on summer Friday nights in July and August. Cruise departs Cape May at 6:00 p.m. and from Lewes at 6:15 p.m. Adults: $17; Children 6-13: $8.50; Children under 6: Free. Please visit The Cape May-Lewes Ferry website for more information.
July 13-15
43rd Annual Promenade Art Show 10 a.m.
July 14
Jersey Cape Antique Car Show on the Washington Street Mall 10-2 p.m.
July 14 - 29
Claudio Niedworok in “Seafarers: Maritime Lore from Sea to Shore”
Making his Cape May debut, Niedworok embodies the voice of Richard Burton and the gravitas of Orson Welles. “Seafarers” is a breathtaking performance of maritime and landward verse and lore, masterfully delivered by the poet, adventurer, author, sailor, actor and storyteller. “Claudio transforms the art of the spoken word into individual performance vignettes with moods and atmospheres unique to each original piece and it is all absolutely mesmerizing!" Performances take place on Wednesdays, Thursdays, Saturdays and Sundays at 8:30pm in the Chalfonte’s Henry Sawyer Room. Tickets are $22 for adults, $20 for seniors and students, $10 for children 12 and under. Tickets can be reserved at www.chalfonte.com or by calling the hotel 609-884-8409.
July 15
Temple University Shore Tour, Convention Hall 609-884-9565
July 17
Concerts By Candlelight: Violinist Sarah Geller
8:30PM Violinist Sarah E. Geller is one of today’s most exciting emerging artist. She has performed widely in the United States and is in increasing demand as recitalist, concerto soloist and chamber musician. Geller performs regularly with the Ocean City Pops Orchestra and appears in The Henry Sawyer Room at The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard Street, Cape May, NJ. Tickets $10 per adult/$7per child, or free with dinner in The Chalfonte’s Magnolia Room. For reservations, call 609-884-8409.
July 18
Lighthouse Pete’s Family Fun Cruise
Adults: $17; Children 6 - 13: $8.50; Children under 6: Free. Bring the family on a fun-filled adventure with the ferry’s adorable mascot, Lighthouse Pete the Pirate. Pete will be joined by other family entertainment including music. The cruise departs the Cape May terminal at 6:00 pm every Wednesday and the Lewes terminal at 6:15 pm every Thursday. Reservations are suggested, 800.643.3779.
July 18-21
6th Annual Mid-Atlantic Tuna Tournament
Taking place during prime tuna time, this event is open to those who enjoy trolling and/or chunking for the genus Thunnus. Participants will fish two of three available days (captains' choice) and will have the option of either trolling, chunking or both. Prizes will be awarded by species: yellowfin (including bigeye) and bluefin. This event is structured to include boats of all sizes and can be entered at various financial levels. Entry into added skill levels will substantially increase winnings. A limited number of slips will be available at South Jersey Marina and the Canyon Club. Transient rates are $2.95 per foot, (including electric) per day X 4 days minimum. (July 18-21.) To reserve a slip for the Tournament, call now: 609-884-2400 or visit www.sjmarina.com website for more information.
July 20
Rock The Boat Night on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. Free Entertainment - from reggae to Jimmy Buffet to good ol’ rock ’n’ roll, the ferry is the place to be on summer Friday nights in July and August. Cruise departs Cape May at 6:00 p.m. and from Lewes at 6:15 p.m. Adults: $17; Children 6-13: $8.50; Children under 6: Free. Please visit The Cape May-Lewes Ferry website for more information.
July 21
Delaware Bay Lighthouse Adventures: Cruise the Delaware Bay aboard the Cape May Whale Watcher. View nine lighthouses on this seven-hour trip, including pedestal lighthouses standing offshore in the Bay’s mid-channel. Hear Bay lore on fishing, spawning grounds and more. The cruise includes complimentary coffee and danish in the morning and a lavish complimentary cold luncheon buffet including shrimp, finger sandwiches, cheese and fruit trays and dessert. A cash bar is available. Limited to 175. Tickets $99. Co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) and the Cape May Whale Watcher. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org
July 23-24
Concerts By Candlelight: Borderland Family Ceili Band
8:30pm Back by audience demand, Borderland packed the house in 2005 & 2006 and returns with music and step-dancers in 2007. Borderland incorporates two generations of friends and three families. Their instrumentation includes fiddle, tenor banjo, flute, tin whistle, vocals, mandolin, piano accordion and Irish step dancing. They perform original & traditional songs of Ireland and Scotland. Appearing in The Henry Sawyer Room at The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard St, Cape May, NJ. Tickets $10 adult/$7 child, or free with dinner in The Magnolia Room. For reservations, call 609-884-8409.
July 25
Lighthouse Pete’s Family Fun Cruise
Adults: $17; Children 6 - 13: $8.50; Children under 6: Free. Bring the family on a fun-filled adventure with the ferry’s adorable mascot, Lighthouse Pete the Pirate. Pete will be joined by other family entertainment including music. The cruise departs the Cape May terminal at 6:00 pm every Wednesday and the Lewes terminal at 6:15 pm every Thursday. Reservations are suggested, 800.643.3779.
July 25-28
Albermarle/Cabo Scramble
What do you get when you blend Carolina flare with California cool? The Albemarle-Cabo scramble of course. The 2006 summer for the first time ever, east met west as these two fine lines of sportfishing vessels came together for head-to-head competition in Cape May, New Jersey. Hosted by South Jersey Yacht Sales, this latest production by South Jersey Tournaments was designed around a format that included both offshore and inshore divisions. It was only appropriate since the owners of both Albemarle’s and CABO’s tend to be avid and accomplished sport fishermen and women. Please call South Jersey Marina 609-884-2400 or visit www.sjmarina.com for more information.
July 27
Rock The Boat Night on the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. Free Entertainment - from reggae to Jimmy Buffet to good ol’ rock ’n’ roll, the ferry is the place to be on summer Friday nights in July and August. Cruise departs Cape May at 6:00 p.m. and from Lewes at 6:15 p.m. Adults: $17; Children 6-13: $8.50; Children under 6: Free. Please visit The Cape May-Lewes Ferry website for more information.
July 28
"Art in the Park" Fine Arts and Fine Crafts in the Wilbraham Park in West Cape May 12-8 p.m.
July 30-31
Concerts By Candlelight: Celtic Women & Friends 8:30pm
Celtic Women & Friends return to the concert series to perform a variety of pieces which will feature strings, drums and flutes. Celtic Women & Friends appear in The Henry Sawyer Room at The Chalfonte Hotel, 301 Howard Street, Cape May, NJ. Tickets are per $10 per adult/$7 per child, or free with dinner in The Chalfonte’s Magnolia Room. For reservations, call 609-884-8409.
