Events at a Glance
Bob and Robin Stiles unload their collection from the 2022 Beach Sweep.
APRIL 1
Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep
9am-12:30pm
Volunteers are needed to help clean up trash and debris from the beaches in Avalon and Stone Harbor during the Clean Ocean Action Beach Sweep. This rain-or-shine event helps get our beaches ready for the season. Those wishing to participate in Avalon will meet at the 80th Street beach; those participating in Stone Harbor will meet at the 95th Street beach.
More information: cleanoceanaction.org
Stone Harbor Easter Egg Hunt
Noon, Stone Harbor Fire Station
96th and Second Avenue
Get ready to round up some Easter eggs during the Stone Harbor Fire Department’s annual Easter egg hunt. Bring the whole family for the egg hunt, special prizes, and of course, photos with the Easter Bunny.
More information: stoneharborfire.com
Afternoon Tea
2pm, Avalon Free Public Library
Spend the afternoon sipping a variety of teas and other refreshments while viewing “Prince Philip: The Man Behind the Throne.” Space is limited. Registration is required by calling 609-967-7155, sending an email to programs@avalonfreelibrary.org, or stopping by the circulation desk.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
APRIL 7
“Life in a Salt Marsh”
10am, Avalon Free Public Library
Kick off Easter weekend with family-friendly programming at the library! Members of The Wetlands Institute will bring some animals who call the salt marsh their home.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
APRIL 8
AHLOA Community Connections
8:30am-11am, Avalon Community Hall
Join community organizations and gear up for the season during Avalon Home and Land Owners Association’s Community Connections event. Information tables will open at 8:30am and guest speaker presentations will start at 9. This year’s meeting features presentations from Ronnie Town of Atlantic City Electric, Ken Koches of Middlesex Water, and Peter Druckenmiller of South Jersey Gas. Giveaways and light refreshments will be offered.
More information: ahloa.com
Harbor Hop 5K Run & 1 Mile Walk or Run
8-11am, 120 97th St.
Make like a bunny and join in on the first annual Harbor Hop, presented by the Borough of Stone Harbor. This family-friendly 5K Run and 1 Mile Walk or Run celebrates the arrival of spring at the Jersey Shore. Awards will be presented in the 5K & 1M to the top three males and females overall and in age groups.
More information: shnj.org
Avalon Easter Egg Scramble
10am Sharp, 8th-12th Street Fields
Find as many colorful eggs as you can during the Avalon Easter Egg Scramble! The event starts at 10am sharp and is broken into age categories of ages 1-4, 5-6, and 7-10. Stick around and take photos with the Easter Bunny afterward. Note that this event is canceled in the event of rain.
More information: avalonrecreation.org
APRIL 15
Stone Harbor Job Fair
10am-4pm, 96th Street
Polish your resumé and make plans to apply for your summer job during the Stone Harbor Job Fair. Businesses on 96th Street will display signs inviting you to stop in and apply for full- or part-time positions. Check the website for a list of participating businesses and get ready to land your perfect summer job.
More information: stoneharborchamber.com
“Hidden History of Maritime New Jersey”
3pm, 39th Street Tennis Building
Did you know an estimated 3,000 shipwrecks lie off the coast of New Jersey? In this lecture sponsored by the Avalon History Center, learn about our state’s hidden maritime history from Stephen D. Nagiewicz, ship’s master, captain, adjunct professor, diver, and author. In his lecture, Nagiewicz will discuss curious tales of storms, heroism, and oddities from New Jersey’s maritime past, as shared in his 2016 book, “Hidden History of Maritime New Jersey.”
More Information: avalonhistorycenter.org
APRIL 22
Dune Grass Planting
8:30am, Avalon Community Hall
Join the Borough of Avalon for its annual spring Dune Grass Planting. Volunteers of all ages are encouraged to participate. Training and supply distribution will begin at Community Hall at 8:30am before volunteers head out to their assigned locations. Volunteers will be provided with a bag lunch. Please register by calling Sue Keen at 609-967-5924 or Chuck McDonnell at 609-967-3066.
More information: avalonboro.net
APRIL 28
Arbor Day Celebration
10:30am, 71st Street & Dune Drive
Celebrate Arbor Day with the Avalon Garden Club at its annual tree-planting ceremony. This year’s tree will be a white oak planted on the island at 71st Street & Dune Drive. A representative from the Avalon Environmental Commission will be the guest speaker. In the case of inclement weather, the event will move inside to the 39th Street Tennis Building.
More information: avalongardenclub.org
Candy Making Demo & Tasting
2pm, Avalon Senior Center
Learn how to make pretzel bark and chocolate truffles with Lisa Botto of Bumblebee Sweets. Attendees will also have the chance to taste raspberry milk chocolate truffle, bittersweet dark chocolate truffle, and pretzel bark. Registration is required. To register, please call 609-967-7155 or stop by the circulation desk. Space is limited.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
APRIL 29
Play With Jack Fashion Show
Noon, Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, 9001 Sunset Drive
Spend the afternoon at the Play With Jack Fashion Show featuring trendy fashions from Coco Blu and Gingy’s, lunch, refreshments, and an auction. Proceeds from this event go to the Play With Jack Foundation, created in memory of Jack Cremin and offering financial assistance to those battling life-threatening illnesses.
More information: playwithjackfoundation.com
Spring Into Summer Market & Sidewalk Sale
95th Street Water Tower Plaza, 10am-4pm
Stone Harbor invites you to Spring into Summer. Enjoy music, food and drinks under the water tower while you browse the outdoor market and shop local businesses during this family-friendly event. Be sure to pick up a Spring Savings Certificate for special deals at many businesses through May 7. You can pick one up under the tower or at the Stone Harbor Welcome Center.
More information: stoneharborchamber.com
MAY 6
Avalon Garden Club Plant & Bake Sale
8am-3pm, Avalon Greenhouse, 39th Street between Dune & Ocean Drives
It’s time to plant those spring flowers! Attendees can stop by and purchase different premium and bedding pots for sale to make your home the envy of the neighborhood. Also, satisfy your sweet tooth at the bake sale as you pick out some beautiful plants to decorate your home.
More information: avalongardenclub.org
MAY 12
HurriKanen’s Kids Charity Golf Tournament
Noon, Avalon Golf and Country Club
Join HurriKanen’s Kids for its third annual golf tournament! Bring some friends and play a round of golf for a good cause. Registration is at noon with a boxed lunch, followed by a 1pm shotgun start. HurriKanen’s Kids works with pediatric cancer patients and their families to offer community and support.
More information: hurrikanenskids.com
MAY 13
Avalon’s Spring Fling Celebration
Town-wide Yard Sale sponsored by the Avalon Garden Club, 8am-3pm, Avalon, avalongardenclub.org
Volunteer Fire Department Plant Sale 8am-3pm, Avalon Fire Station, avalonfiredept.com
Paper Shredding Day 9am-2pm, Avalon Public Works, avalonboro.net
Chamber of Commerce Job Fair 11am-2pm, participating locations, visitavalonnj.com
Police Department Bike Auction noon, Avalon Public Works, avalonboro.net (weather permitting)
MAY 13-21
Shorebird and Horseshoe Crab Celebration Days
The Wetlands Institute
Join The Wetlands Institute for the 10th annual celebration of the shorebird migration and horseshoe crab spawning season. Proceeds help support the institute’s critical research, conservation, and education programs focused on shorebirds and horseshoe crabs. Visitors will enjoy activities that are focused on conservation, including horseshoe crab rescue walks, shorebird viewings, horseshoe crab workshops and presentations, birding and wildlife cruises, shorebird workshops, and more.
More information: wetlandsinstitute.org
MAY 20
Stone Harbor Yard Sale
8am-2pm, 94th Street & Second Avenue parking lot
Calling all treasure hunters! Join the Stone Harbor Garden Club for its annual yard sale. If you would like to bring items to sell, sign up in advance by emailing Marilyn Halle at mstoneharbor@aol.com.
More information: gardenclubofsh.org
“Boardwalks: A Uniquely American Invention”
3pm, Avalon History Center
Ever wonder how boardwalks came to be? Learn all about this essential feature of America’s seaside resorts in the Avalon History Center lecture.
More information: avalonhistorycenter.org
MAY 27
Book Bingo
10am, Avalon Free Public Library
It’s back! Kick off the unofficial first weekend of summer with the return of Book Bingo! Kids, join the Avalon Free Public Library for a few rounds of bingo and the chance to win some great books or other prizes.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
Community Open House
11am-2pm, Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children, 127 26th St., Avalon
The Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children invites you to the Community Open House. As a thank you to the community for the continued support the home has received, the celebration will include a hot dog cookout, tours of the home, and entertainment for the kids.
More information: dillerblindhome.org
