Events at a Glance
The Stone Harbor Shiver & Shake will be virtual this year.
March 20-May 2
Stone Harbor Virtual Shiver & Shake
Shake off this past year and sign up to participate in your own creative way! Shiver & Shake any time between March 20 and May 2, and share your photos and videos to qualify for prizes, plus pick up your Shiver apparel at the Stone Harbor Welcome Center. Register at active.com. Proceeds benefit the Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce and Family Promise of Cape May.
More information: stoneharborchamber.com
April 10
Stone Harbor Job Fair, 10am-2pm
Applications received within participating stores
Plan for summer and apply for employment at one of the many participating retail and dining establishments throughout Stone Harbor. Bring your resume and meet business owners to learn more about great summer employment opportunities in Stone Harbor!
More information: stoneharborchamber.com
Barbara & Owen Juzaitis plant dune grass in Avalon.
April 17
Dune Grass Planting, 8:30am
Avalon Community Hall, 30th Street & the beach
Volunteers of all ages are encouraged to join the Borough of Avalon for its annual spring dune grass planting. The morning will begin at Avalon Community Hall for training and supply distribution, followed by a morning giving back to our beautiful beaches. Please register by April 10 by calling Sue Keen at 609-967-5924 or Chuck McDonnell at 609-967-3066. Rain date April 18.
More information: avalonboro.net
Garden Lecture: Pots with Pizzazz, 1pm
Virtually at avalonfreelibrary.org
Participants will join author Jana Milbocker of Enchanted Gardens to learn how jazzy containers are the “jewelry” of a garden. Learn how to brighten shady spots with pops of color, create focal points and stunning container groupings. Registration is required.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
April 28
History of Motown, 2pm
Virtually at avalonfreelibrary.org
Author Kit O’Toole will discuss how Motown began as the first black-owned label in 1959, reached widespread national success, and would substantially transform music and culture. This lecture explores the evolution of the label, from its beginnings through its 1960s heyday, 1970s political statements, and the 1980s funk and R&B. Registration is required.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
April 30
Avalon Garden Club Arbor Day Celebration, 10:30am
48th Street & Dune Drive island
The Avalon Garden Club observes National Arbor Day every year by planting a tree in Avalon. This year, the club will plant a white oak tree. The public is invited to attend.
More information: avalongardenclub.org
April 30-May 2
Stone Harbor Spring Sidewalk Sale, 10am-5pm
Downtown Shopping District
The local stores will open their doors for great shopping and promotions throughout town. Plan a weekend of shopping for clothing, shoes, toys, beach gear, home décor and more!
More information: stoneharborchamber.com
Jane Paschal and Liz Garzotto work the baked goods table at the Avalon Garden Club Plant and Bake Sale.
May 1-2
Avalon Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale
Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday 10am-2pm
Avalon Greenhouse, 39th Street between Dune and Ocean Drive
Spring is the time for planting and the Avalon Garden Club kicks off floral fun with two days to browse and purchase. Enjoy a sweet snack and grab some beautiful plants!
More information: avalongardenclub.org
May 8-9
Stone Harbor Garden Club Annual Plant Sale
Saturday 8am-2pm, Sunday 8am-noon
Women’s Civic Club of Stone Harbor
Pick up some beautiful plants and make your home the envy of the island! This event is hosted by the Stone Harbor Garden Club. Proceeds go to a number of town-wide beautification projects including flower boxes and arrangements along 96th Street, planting and maintenance to the Stone Harbor Elementary School Garden of Remembrance, and more.
More information: gardenclubofstoneharbor.org
May 8
Avalon’s Spring Fling Celebration
Avalon Volunteer Fire Department Plant Sale, 8am-3pm, Avalon Firehouse, avalonfiredept.com
Avalon Yard Sale, sponsored by the Avalon Garden Club, 9am-3pm, map pickup at Avalon Community Hall, avalongardenclub.org
Avalon Paper Shredding Day, 9am-2pm, Avalon Public Works, avalonboro.net
Avalon Chamber of Commerce Job Fair, 10am-2pm, participating locations, visitavalonnj.com
Avalon Police Department Bicycle Auction, noon, Avalon Public Works, avalonboro.net
May 14-15
The Wetlands Institute’s Native Plant Sale, 9:30am-4:30pm
The Wetlands Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd.
Set up your garden to be beneficial to butterflies, pollinators and songbirds, and support a healthy environment. These plants sell out quickly, so use the online order form and place all orders by May 7, and pick them up May 14-15.
More information: wetlandsinstitute.org
