August 2024
Seven Mile Style: A Night Out on the Town (Men’s)
Summer may be winding down, but the allure of this season’s fashion is still alive and well. This sleek, coastal, and timeless men’s look from Global Pursuit is guaranteed to elevate your summer wardrobe and is perfect for a competitive round of golf or treating your partner to a romantic dinner.
Seven Mile Style: Casual Chic
August brings a warm embrace, inviting us to savor the final moments of summer. As the sun-soaked days linger, August promises experiences that blend relaxation with vibrant energy, creating a month of endless possibilities.
Toes in the Sand: The Effects of Running on the Beach vs. Hard Surfaces
My kids compete in the Beach Blast soccer tournament in Wildwood every summer. It’s a tournament on the beach. Small 5v5 fields. Three 12-minute periods. Athletes play in their bare feet. Inevitably, someone will cut their foot on a piece of broken glass (especially when the Barefoot Country Music Fest was on the same beach the weekend before). There are a billion teams signed up.
Financially Speaking: Getting Your Portfolio in Shape: A Summer Guide
As I sit down to write, it’s just before Father’s Day. I was blessed to have had a wonderful dad who taught me about life.
I’m also thankful for the great markets that seem to be hitting record highs on a regular basis.
Summer Survival Guide: Beating Burnout in the Heat of the Season
At this point in our boundary series, you might just be a boundary expert. This is good news because we’re well into summer, and you may be experiencing summer burnout. Yes – believe it or not, we can burn out even in the “lazy days” of summer, and the tips you’ve learned will come in handy.
Water Safety Tips From the Pros
Beach safety tips have varied sources. One is the formal listing of regulations throughout shore communities and on beach-patrol websites.
Another is insight from leaders like Avalon Beach Patrol Chief Matt Wolf and Stone Harbor Beach Patrol Captain Sandy Bosacco.
Outdoor Entertaining: Let’s Have a Clambake for the Lazy Hazy Days of August
Please summer, slow down. We want to take our time and savor it all – the lazy days, warm ocean breezes, Jersey tomatoes, and seafood galore. Life is good now – so good, in fact, that it's the perfect time to throw one more party. I think we need to host a clambake. Picture this: clams, shrimp, mussels, corn on the cob, and baby potatoes tossed with butter and Old Bay, all grilled together.
Grillin’ & Chillin’: Wines to Invite to Your Next Barbecue
With summer in full swing at Seven Mile Beach, it’s the perfect time to fire up the grill and enjoy some outdoor cooking. At Fred’s Avalon Liquor Store, we’ve curated a selection of wines that pair perfectly with all your favorite grilled foods. From juicy steaks and burgers to fresh seafood, our wine recommendations will elevate your summer barbecues and make every meal a memorable one.
Beach Reads
I don’t know about you, but to me it seems that summer is flying by this year! Must be the fact that we have had beautiful weather and so many gorgeous beach days. As August heats up, we start experiencing the “dog days of summer,” where it’s too hot to do anything but lay around.
Kids Picks
It’s hard to believe it’s already August. The first day of school is approaching faster than we think! Let’s not rush the end of these lazy summer days, though. The best beach moments are when you stay long after everyone else has left, savoring the last hours of sun before heading home to rest and repeat the fun the next day.
Latest Health Trends: Pause or Proceed?
Patients come to us for health optimization, and part of this involves looking to see what can be done in the day-to-day to improve wellness. We hear about new trends often made popular by people who can’t claim to be experts in health, but some of these trends can support a well-rounded lifestyle.