THE “SECOND SUMMER” has begun! Labor Day Weekend marks the unofficial end to summer, and the start of our “Second Summer” season. C’mon down and enjoy cooler weather, smaller crowds, and a great lineup of fall activities & events! The shore is a bit less hectic at this time of year, but there’s still plenty to enjoy while you’re here!
LAST WEEKEND’S WEATHER turned out to be far nicer than initially predicted, as tropical storm Hermine passed farther off the coast than it was first expected to. This greatly lessened Hermine’s impact on the South Jersey Shore, which saw minimal wind, almost no rain, and very minimal coastal flooding. Some have expressed frustration with the forecast…here’s your chance to hear from a panel of meteorologists and emergency management officials on that very subject. Press of Atlantic City meteorologist Dan Skeldon will be joined by Fox29’s Kathy Orr from Philadelphia, Jonathan Carr of WeatherNJ, Avalon Mayor and Cape May County Emergency Management Director Marty Pagliughi, along with several others, for a two-hour Cape-Atlantic Severe Weather Forum at the Ocean City Music Pier September 15th, from 7pm to 9pm. It’s a chance for the public to ask questions and express concerns about severe weather forecasting and the decisions that are made based on those forecasts.
LOCAL ARTIST DORIS ZOGAS passed away last week in Reading, PA. Her well known watercolor paintings featured many Seven Mile Beach icons such as Hoys 5 & 10, the Avalon Hotel, Smuggler’s Cove, The Windrift, Uncle Bill’s Pancake House, and The Princeton, as well as many other island scenes. Mrs. Zogas took up painting after attending a watercolor workshop in Stone Harbor in 1978.
LAST WEEKEND’S WEATHER turned out to be far nicer than initially predicted, as tropical storm Hermine passed farther off the coast than it was first expected to. This greatly lessened Hermine’s impact on the South Jersey Shore, which saw minimal wind, almost no rain, and very minimal coastal flooding. Some have expressed frustration with the forecast…here’s your chance to hear from a panel of meteorologists and emergency management officials on that very subject. Press of Atlantic City meteorologist Dan Skeldon will be joined by Fox29’s Kathy Orr from Philadelphia, Jonathan Carr of WeatherNJ, Avalon Mayor and Cape May County Emergency Management Director Marty Pagliughi, along with several others, for a two-hour Cape-Atlantic Severe Weather Forum at the Ocean City Music Pier September 15th, from 7pm to 9pm. It’s a chance for the public to ask questions and express concerns about severe weather forecasting and the decisions that are made based on those forecasts.
LOCAL ARTIST DORIS ZOGAS passed away last week in Reading, PA. Her well known watercolor paintings featured many Seven Mile Beach icons such as Hoys 5 & 10, the Avalon Hotel, Smuggler’s Cove, The Windrift, Uncle Bill’s Pancake House, and The Princeton, as well as many other island scenes. Mrs. Zogas took up painting after attending a watercolor workshop in Stone Harbor in 1978.
Taking the plunge! Why not take your own plunge and purchase your own place at the shore? Whether you need a Bayfront home to park your boat, a low maintenance condo, or a palatial beachfront, I’ll help you find the perfect place! Call me today!
CLEANING OUT? It’s time for bulk pickup in both Avalon & Stone Harbor! In Avalon, bulk items may be placed curbside through September 11th, for collection on September 12th. (No construction or remodeling materials will be collected.) In Stone Harbor collection will occur on September 12th; items may be placed curbside up to 72 hours in advance. (No construction or remodeling debris will be collected; no hazardous waste, propane, or paint will be collected.)
FALL MIGRATION FESTIVAL: The Wetlands Institute’s annual Fall Migration Festival will take place September 17th & 18th. The yearly favorite highlights Cape May County’s nature & marine life through a variety of presentations and tours. Butterflies, birds, fish, turtles—come and learn about the beautiful creatures right in our own backyard. Visit www.WetlandsInstitute.org/FMF for more info!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
FALL MIGRATION FESTIVAL: The Wetlands Institute’s annual Fall Migration Festival will take place September 17th & 18th. The yearly favorite highlights Cape May County’s nature & marine life through a variety of presentations and tours. Butterflies, birds, fish, turtles—come and learn about the beautiful creatures right in our own backyard. Visit www.WetlandsInstitute.org/FMF for more info!
UPCOMING EVENTS:
- Sea Isle City’s Fall Food Truck Festival, noon, Friday, Saturday & Sunday, September 9,10 & 11
- South Jersey Surfcasters’ Fishing Tournament, 30th Street Beach, 5-7AM registration, Saturday, September 10
- Stone Harbor Property Owners’ Association Fall Members’ Meeting, Harbor Square Theater, 9AM, Saturday, September 10
- Avalon Home & Land Owners’ Association Meeting, Christa Fitzsimmons will speak on Services for Seniors, Avalon Community Hall, 10AM, Saturday, September 10
- Avalon’s Chamber of Commerce End-of-Summer Shop Hop, Avalon Shopping District, Saturday & Sunday, September 10 & 11
- Stone Harbor’s Go Green Fair featuring information on solar energy, re-purposed materials, electric cars, clean energy, natural products, more, 94th Street Parking Lot, 11AM-2PM, Saturday, September 10
- Night Walk at the Cape May County Zoo, after hours tour of the zoo, 6:30-8:30PM, Saturday, September 10
- Avalon History Center Author Lecture featuring Robert Rawlins, author of ‘Tunes of the Twenties,’ 7PM, Saturday, September 10
- Big Band Dance featuring Tony DeLuca & the Paisans, Avalon Community Hall, 7PM, Saturday, September 10
- Stone Harbor’s 9/11 Remembrance Ceremony, Freedom Park at 96th Street & Seng Place, 11AM-1PM, Sunday, September 11
- Cape May Lighthouse Full Moon Climb, call 609-884-5404 for info, Friday, September 16
- 21st Annual Nun’s Beach Surf Contest, 111th Street Beach, 7AM, Saturday, September 17
- Wetlands Institute Fall Migration Festival, guided viewing of migratory birds, demonstrations, live animal presentations, more, 9:30AM-4:30PM, Saturday &Sunday, September 17 & 18
- Creative Writing Seminar at the Avalon Public Library, register by calling 609-967-7155, 10AM-Noon, Saturday, September 17
- International Red Panda Day at the Cape May County Zoo, red panda related programs, activities & zookeeper talks, 10AM-3PM, Saturday, September 17
- Stone Harbor’s Savor September 5th Annual Food, Wine & Beer Festival, crafts, kids’ activities, music, more, 96th Street Shopping District, Noon-8PM,Saturday, September 24
- Avalon Performing Arts Council Cabaret Night featuring Billy Joel Tribute & Marino Dance Band, Avalon Community Hall, doors open at 6:30PM, show begins at 7:30PM, Saturday, September 24
- Avalon’s Chamber of Commerce Seafood Festival, music, crafts, kids’ activities, food tent, more, 30th Street Parking Lot & Community Hall in Avalon, 10AM-5PM, Saturday & Sunday, October 8 & 9
- Big Band Dance featuring John Clark’s Little Big Band, Avalon’s Community Hall, 7PM, Saturday, October 8
Featured Property:
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7929 Dune Drive Unit 102, Avalon, $279,990, ACTIVE MLS#: 170802
New Listings:
345 86th Street, Stone Harbor, $949,500, ACTIVE MLS#: 172042
234 110th Street, Stone Harbor, $1,100,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 172130
8307 Second Avenue, Stone Harbor, $1,695,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 172084
213 76th Street, Avalon, $2,195,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 172008
8523 Sunset Drive, Stone Harbor, $2,395,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 172146
551 Berkley Road, Stone Harbor, $3,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 172086
19 S Pelican Drive, Avalon, $3,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 172083
4838 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $5,395,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 172016
Properties Sold:
9410 Second Avenue #200, Stone Harbor, $375,000, SOLD MLS#: 170610
351 96th Street #413, Stone Harbor, $555,000, SOLD MLS#: 168116
14 Hallman Drive, Stone Harbor Manor, $605,000, SOLD MLS#: 171377
20 Seabreeze Lane, Avalon Manor, $835,000, SOLD MLS#: 170393
139 94th Street, Stone Harbor, $1,230,000, SOLD MLS#: 167772
261 83rd Street, Stone Harbor, $1,425,000, SOLD MLS#: 170711
11 S Pelican Drive, Avalon, $2,375,000, SOLD MLS#: 169696
170 104th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,575,000, SOLD MLS#: 165284
218 120th Street, Stone Harbor, $3,100,000, SOLD MLS#: 171048
Nancy M. Alexander Stone Harbor and Avalon NJ Real Estate
