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WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OCEAN CITY
Student Art Showcase and Car Show Highlight the Weekend
The Ocean City School District will show off the exceptional talents of the community’s young artists at an Arts Showcase planned for Saturday, May 9 at the Ocean City Music Pier (Boardwalk at Moorlyn Terrace).
Presented by Ocean City Primary, Intermediate and High School students, this event will feature an eclectic mix of creative works and live performances. Admission is free, allowing everyone the opportunity to support and appreciate the artistic endeavors of our youth.
The exhibit will be open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., with a special reception and recognition ceremony scheduled from 4 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Visitors can also enjoy the interactive Makers Corner, where guests of all ages are invited to participate in hands-on art-making activities. Live performances will take place throughout the day, featuring student musicians including Jack McAllister (rhythm guitar and vocals), Aiden Hackett (lead guitar), Jack Chickadel (lead guitar), and a second group with Cooper Lloyd (guitar/vocals), Ryan Shelton (drums), and Miles Reischke (bass). The High School Dance Team will also showcase their talent with a special performance.
Prints and student works will be available for a donation to scholarships and student art programs.
The event is sponsored by the City of Ocean City and the Ocean City Free Public Library with the help of local businesses. Parking will be free at municipal lots at Eighth Street, Moorlyn Terrace and Ninth Street.
The Spring Cruisin’ the Boards Car Show will feature a variety of cars from 1990 and newer on display from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 10, on the Boardwalk from 6th Street to 14th Street. The cars will parade onto the Boardwalk starting at 11:45 p.m. A trophy presentation will take place at the Music Pier at 4 p.m. For more information, visit cruisintheboards.com or email blinkerfluidproductions@gmail.com.
NEW ‘SHOOTOUT FOR SOLDIERS’ LACROSSE EVENT COMING TO OCEAN CITY
“Shootout for Soldiers,” which uses the game of lacrosse to bring the community together and raise funds and awareness for veterans, is coming to Ocean City’s Carey Stadium on June 13.
The event is a community-wide festival dedicated to supporting those who have served our country. The event is looking for teams to of all ages and skill levels to hit the field for informal games of all types. It’s also open to individuals who don’t have a full team but would be matched with one. The event also will feature activities for the entire family, including games and inflatables.
For registration and more information, email recreation@ocnj.us.
ALSO COMING IN MAY
MAY 17 — Chica De Mayo: Join the fun for an all-girls Chica De Mayo skate park party at the Ocean City Skate Park. Fun starts at 10 a.m. at the Skate Park, free to attend. For more details call 609-525-9304.
MAY 22 — Unlocking of the Ocean and Business Persons Plunge: Participants dress in business suits, carry brief cases and march into the ocean to the strains of Pomp and Circumstance to welcome the new season. Noon, 9th St. Beach.
MAY 23 — Memorial Beach Challenge for 31 Heroes: The main obstacle course challenge is a soft sand adventure race followed by our kid’s fun run. Staging at 9th St. beach. For registration information, visit memorialbeachchallenge.com or call 856-905-0583.
MAY 25 — Memorial Day Service: 11 a.m. at Veteran’s Memorial Park, between 5th Street and 6th Street on Wesley Avenue.
MAY 25 — National Moment of Remembrance: established by Congress asks Americans, wherever they are at 3 p.m. on Memorial Day, to pause in an act of national unity for a duration of one minute. The moment of remembrance will take place on the Boardwalk.