Events at a Glance
“Chesapeake Sunset” by Stephen Harlan
July 1-12
Ocean Galleries Presents Digital Artist Stephen Harlan, 9618 Third Ave.
Ocean Galleries welcomes the return of groundbreaking artist Stephen Harlan with new pieces featuring captivating digital artwork. Harlan joined Ocean Galleries in 2019 and returns for an extended exhibit, highlighting his signature bright and bold artwork, most often featuring coastal waters.
More information: oceangalleries.com
July 8
Avalon Historical Society 4th Annual Mini Golf Competition, 6-8:30pm, GoFish Mini Golf, 2438 Dune Drive
Grab your team of mini golf players, and head over to GoFish Mini Golf for a great night of fun, raising funds to support the Avalon Historical Society and competing for great prizes! Child participants will receive a GoFish hat or a museum T-shirt. No preregistration is required.
More information: avalonhistorycenter.org
July 10
Stone Harbor Beach Fit Festival, 6am-2pm, 81st Street Recreation Field
Join the Borough of Stone Harbor as it focuses on health, fitness and wellness at this inaugural event. The day will feature classes, lectures, and shopping among local fitness and wellness vendors, and a health-conscious community.
More information: stoneharborrecreation.com
July 11
Stone Harbor Triathlon, 7am, Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, 9001 Sunset Drive
While registration for this popular event is closed, it’s still a great time to cheer on these athletes as they run, bike, and swim the island. The course includes a quarter-mile swim in the basin at the Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, an 11-mile bike ride, and a 5K run. Proceeds raised from the event will go to the Stone Harbor Volunteer Fire and Rescue squads.
More information: trisignup.com
July 13
Pollinator Garden Lecture, 9:30am, Armacost Park, 71st Street and Ocean Drive
Meet educator and wildlife gardener Pat Sutton for a lecture on how a more natural garden is a healthier garden to pollinators. The event is co-sponsored by the Avalon Environmental Commission. (Rain date: July 14).
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
July 15
Filmmaking for Teens, 3pm, Virtual
Teens entering grades 7-12 are invited to join Jo Anna Van Thuyne for a lesson on the basics of filmmaking. This is a three-session series held at 3pm Thursdays on July 15, 22 and 29.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
Authors in Conversation: Beatriz Williams, Karen White & Lauren Willig, 6pm, Virtual
The second installment of the Avalon Library’s Authors in Conversation series features the writing team of Williams, White, and Willig and their latest novel, “All the Ways We Said Goodbye: A Novel of the Ritz Paris.” Registration is required.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
July 17
Avalon Historical Society 10th Annual W. Norman Mackey Memorial Clamshell Pitching Competition, 8am, 30th Street beach
Try your hand at this fun, horseshoes-like sport, historically played on Avalon’s beaches! No experience necessary. Tournaments will be held for singles and doubles. Shells will be provided by the Historical Society. Trophies will be awarded to top winners.
More information: avalonhistorycenter.org, 609-967-0090
Sunset Symphony: Bay Atlantic Symphony Presents a Summer Celebration of Friendship and Unity, 6pm, Virtual
Summer in Avalon is about celebrating with family and friends. The Bay Atlantic Symphony will share some of the great musical works of friendship and unity that capture the spirit of togetherness and celebration during these extraordinary times.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
July 18
16th Annual Avalon Yacht Club Run from the Sun 5K Run/Walk & Kids Sprint, 8:30am, Avalon Community Hall
Head over to Avalon Community Hall for an early-morning run. The Kids Sprint (1/10 of a mile) starts at 8:15am, and all kids’ finishers will receive a medal, a T-shirt and refreshments. The 5K will begin at 8:30am.
More information: raceroster.com
July 19
Beer Cocktails Event, 6pm, Virtual
Calling all beer lovers! Have you ever tasted a beer cocktail? Follow along virtually with an expert from City Brew Tours as she prepares tasty and refreshing beverages. Registration is required, must be 21 or older to participate.
More information: avalonfreelibrary.org
July 20
History Center Lecture: Robert J. Walker, History and Archaeology of a Coastal Survey Steamship, 6pm, Virtual
Join the Avalon History Center for a virtual lecture detailing the history of the Robert J. Walker, an iron-hulled, paddlewheel steamship that was in service for the United States Coast Survey before it was lost with 20 men after a collision at sea off Atlantic City in 1860. Registration is required.
More information: avalonhistorycenter.org
July 22-25
Santa Visits His Summer Home, Various Stone Harbor locations and times
Santa and Mrs. Claus are trading in their winter clothes for shorts on their annual summer vacation in Stone Harbor. Catch the duo throughout the week at a number of businesses and events.
More information: stoneharborchamber.com
July 24
Festival of Lights Boat Parade, Dusk, Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, 9001 Sunset Drive
Deck your docks and boats to the nines for the “Music Through the Ages” theme at the annual Festival of Lights Boat Parade. Boats will line up at the Yacht Club of Stone Harbor and begin parading to basins throughout Stone Harbor starting at dusk. All dock and boat participants are invited to join the YCSH after-party featuring 3AM Tokyo.
More information: ycsh.org, 609-368-1201
Stone Harbor Food Truck Festival, 6:30-9:30pm, Municipal Marina, 81st Street and the bay
Attend this fun viewing party for the Festival of Lights Boat Parade. The Borough of Stone Harbor is providing a safe and festive atmosphere for those who do not have access to a bayfront home to watch this fun spectacle of lights. A variety of food trucks will be on location, along with a wine and beer garden and live music.
More information: shnj.org
July 31
Wetlands Institute Summer Celebration, 6-9pm, ICONA Avalon
Join The Wetlands Institute for its annual celebration and fundraiser hosted by ICONA Avalon. Enjoy music, cocktails, high-end auction items and an evening raising funds for The Wetlands Institute.
More information: wetlandsinstitute.org
