Thankfully, summer is in sight. And with the spring that we’ve all been through, it can’t get here soon enough.

When Harbaugh Developers’ custom home building business in Stone Harbor and Avalon slows a bit during the winter, owner Steve Harbaugh’s home is a hub of activity.

Holy Moly 2020 – you are really throwing us a curve ball. COVID-19 has taken down the nation essentially and in turn some of our most favorite island events. Fear not, summer is coming, we promise!

If you’re among those who haven’t visited the Jersey Shore since the end of last season, you’re probably wondering, “How has COVID-19 affected Avalon and Stone Harbor?”

When the sun is shining, it’s so easy to find things to do with your kids. Take a walk, ride bikes, go to the playground, the zoo, I could go on and on. It is a lot tougher to find things to keep everyone busy when you are stuck inside.

The life of a stay-at-home mom is a challenging one. In Cape May County, seasonality and a more limited supply of children’s activities means that keeping the kids occupied is a little more challenging.

He was the owner of one of the most prominent breweries in the country and had considerable political clout during the Prohibition era. He was also one of the most impactful mayors in Avalon’s history, credited with bringing important change to Seven Mile Beach during his 12 years in office.

The New Jersey Department of Transportation released a $177,000 grant for the reconstruction of a portion of 69th Street between Dune Drive and Ocean Drive. Plans for the project include underground utility work including water service.

The Pacific Northwest is a quiet corner of the United State, often sleeping under a serene blanket of fog. The PNW coastline stretches for roughly 1,000 glorious miles north of San Francisco.

Unfortunately, we have been spending more time inside lately than we have out. Hopefully by the time you are reading this, life has returned to normal and you are able to hit the stores in town and shop, shop, shop! If not, there is some good news! A lot of your favorite Avalon and Stone Harbor stores have their own websites and you can shop online from the comfort of your couch.

When you are allowed to finally go out on the town again, we are sure you will be beyond ready. We know we’ll be! Spring shopping is fun – there is always an abundance of new styles and trends to choose from, all with bright colors and fun patterns making any night-out outfit a hit. We stopped by Global Pursuit, where you can find everything from bathing suits to dress-up clothes, shoes and even reusable straws! We love one-stop shopping!

April & May 2020 Tide Charts

Welcome back, friends! Time to open the windows and let the spring shine in. One would think the mild winter we’ve had this year would make spring’s arrival a little less sweet, but I celebrated spring just as lively this year as any.

Even if you haven’t seen the billion Marvel superhero movies that have been made in the past few years, chances are you still know the Incredible Hulk. Some of you might even remember Lou Ferrigno (the real Hulk, in my opinion) painted green and smashing bad guys in the late 1970s.

There’s just something about spring. Everything feels new again. The sun feels stronger, the flowers are blooming, and the town is crowded while people get their houses ready and storeowners get ready to open for the season. Things are a quite a bit different this year as we came to a halt when the coronavirus hit the United States.

At some point in your day, stop for a moment. If you can, open a window or step outside. Do you feel it? There’s a change in the air. It carries the breath of spring and the promise of warm, sunny days, evening light, and renewal. There’s something else, though, and for many it fills the air with a sense of electric anticipation: Spring migration is almost upon us.

Jack Erkert was born in Philadelphia in January 1938. Thanks to his parents, he quickly adapted to being a “summer kid,” spending his first seven summers in Avalon.

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Emily Hand and Steve Dickel became engaged on Feb. 14. Emily is the daughter of Tom and Terri Hand, of Stone Harbor, and Steve is the son of Skip and Kathy Armstrong, of Cape May Court House.

Seven Mile Crossword: The Roaring Twenties