Looking for an effortlessly gorgeous dress to wear on your next night out? Look no further than Lilly Pulitzer in downtown Avalon. This bright fuchsia maxi shift dress complete with gold soutache embroidery is simple yet stunning. We recommend dry cleaning this beautifully made dress. Pair it with gold metallic oversized orchid earrings to elevate the style.

You never know who you might run into on a weekend Sundae Best run in the summer in Avalon. It’s the cherry on the sundae when you run into Super Bowl XLVII MVP Joe Flacco, the quarterback who led the Baltimore Ravens to the title in February 2013. Posing with Joe are (from left) Charlie Matthews, Ben Matthews, Greyson Bareswell, Gavin McDonnell, and Molly McDonnell.

July Events

The perfect recipe for a night out is looking good and feeling good. With help from Global Pursuit, we’ve put together a sharp look for the guys that combines style and comfort, making you ready to take on whatever comes your way. Start off with this short-sleeved button-up shirt from Peter Millar.

When I was a youngster growing up in Stone Harbor, every once in a while the bay would freeze over. Not very often, but it did happen. I remember one especially frigid day, walking over to my friend Ryan’s house. I found him with a rope tied around his waist, the other end tied around a piling, standing out on the frozen bay with an ax, hacking away at the ice under his feet.

Beach safety tips produce their own bible.

Timeless, accurate, and open for updates, they have the same effect as the Good Book to the congregation of tourists up and down the New Jersey Shore.

Coastal marshes, tidal creeks, and bays are the cradles of life. They host a phenomenal diversity of wildlife, and their intrinsic beauty is a balm for the soul. They are the foundations of a complex web that is the building block for commercial and recreational fisheries, supports local economies, and sustains the coastal way of life.

William Selgrath, son of William and Bernadette Selgrath, graduated from Penn State in May with the honor of having made the dean’s list seven consecutive semesters. William was a Rules and Regulations captain for THON, the Penn State dance marathon fundraiser to assist children and families living with childhood cancers.

Seven Mile Word Search Puzzle

As the summer blazes on, the wine world is continuing to see some rather drastic price increases. Fires, frost, and inflation are some of the culprits for these spikes. Since they may persist, featuring wines that are still a good value has been a major priority for me.

Summer is flying by, and I find myself already wondering where the time went. We have now hit the part of the summer where it’s just too hot to do anything unless you are in the water. Some of you will be surfing the waves and others might want to spend their days doing water sports in the bay. If you prefer to sit your chair in the water and read a good book, here are some thrillers that will give you chills!

Imagine the refreshing, sweet taste of fresh fruit as it touches your tongue; the soothing sound of ocean waves resonating within a seashell pressed against your ear; and the sight of the smiles on children’s faces as they gleefully plunge into a pool. Enjoy the sensation of a cold glass of water hitting your palm on a hot day, and the invigorating scent of freshly cut grass.

Seven Mile Crossword

As the summer sun graces us with its warmth, there arises a unique opportunity to align our fitness journey with the principles of functional medicine. Embracing this season in harmony with our bodies can pave the way for optimal health and well-being.

Kids Activities

Have you started your summer reading yet? You can’t wait too long or it’s going to be hard to catch up! We have now reached what they call the “dog days of summer” where it’s just too hot to do much, unless you are in the water or at least by the water. For the days when you would rather sit in the air conditioning or still want to lie in the sun, here are some great new books to read while you cool off.

Kids Coloring Page

August Tide Charts

Thanks to Mary Ellen Wagner, who spent summers at her grandfather’s and uncle’s homes in Avalon Manor for this great photo. This is the old “swing” bridge on Avalon Boulevard when the main entrance to Avalon came through 21st Street.