“Watch the Globetrotters, Please” as the World-Famous Basketball Team Greets Fans on the Wildwoods Boardwalk Aboard the Wildwoods’ Sightseer Tram Cars Tuesday, August 7

“Watch the Tram Car, Please” becomes “Watch the Globetrotters, Please”

The entire Harlem Globetrotters team will parade down the Wildwoods boardwalk in the famous Sightseer Tram Cars on Tuesday, August 7 at 10:30 a.m., to show off their ball handling magic, interact with fans and pose for photos as they ride up the boardwalk with the chant “Watch the Globetrotters, Please” and the sound of "Sweet Georgia Brown" filling the air.

The Globetrotter-packed Tram Car will begin its ride down the boardwalk at the “WILDWOODS” sign at Rio Grande Avenue and proceed to 15^th Street. The Tram Car ride precludes the Globetrotters exclusive east coast summer appearance at the Wildwoods Convention Center for a four-game series from Wednesday, August 8  through Saturday, August 12.

Floss Stingel, the voice behind “Watch the Tram Car, Please”, stepped behind the microphone last year for the first time since 1971 to re-record her famous announcement to say “Watch the Globetrotters, Please” especially for the Harlem Globetrotters’ 2011 premiere ground-breaking summer visit to the Wildwoods; and Wildwoods officials are excited to reload and play the unique recording for this 2012 encore Tram Car ride by the Globetrotters.

Stingel’s original recording in 1971, ironically, occurred the same year as the Globetrotters last lost to the Washington Generals (January 5, 1971 in Martin, Tennessee). Another interesting fact is that Greyhound, the company that supplies the Globetrotters’ transportation around the country, manufactured the original Wildwoods’ Tram Cars for the 1939 World’s Fair.

The Globetrotters will play a four-game series at the Wildwoods Convention Center from Wednesday, August 8 through Saturday, August 11; with games nightly at 7 p.m.

Tickets for the games are available at www.harlemglobetrotters.com. Tickets are also available at www.ticketmaster.com or the Wildwoods Convention Center Box Office.

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.

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About the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority

The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) was formed in 1993 to consolidate the tourism economy of its three founding municipalities: Wildwood, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood. The Wildwoods have won numerous travel and tourism awards, heralding the resort for its beaches, boardwalk and attractions. In 2010, the Wildwoods Doo Wop Architecture was named “One of the Top Ten Architectural Wonders in America” by AOL.com. The Wildwoods were also named among Smarter Travel’s Ten Best Beach Towns in America in 2010, as well as one of Sherman’s Travel’s “Top Ten American Boardwalks” for the second year in a row. In 2009, the Wildwoods were selected as one of Time.com’s “50 Authentic American Experiences.” In addition, the Wildwoods were also voted “Best Town” and “Best Beaches” in the 2009 WTXF-TV My Fox Philly Hot List, Jersey Shore Edition contest. The Wildwoods were also named “Best Beaches” in the 2008 and 2010 Top Ten New Jersey Beaches public survey, sponsored by the New Jersey Marine Sciences Consortium. Wildwoods beaches were named “Best Beach for Family Vacations,” “Best Beach for Tourism,” “Best Beach for Eco-Tourism” and “Best Beach for Events” in the same survey. The Tourism Authority operates the Wildwoods Convention Center and acts as the island’s destination marketing organization overseeing the development, research, planning, marketing, advertising, promotion, public and media relations encompassing the tourism, meeting and convention industry in the Wildwoods. Additionally, the Authority funds, assists with and hosts more than 180 annual special events to enhance the visitor experience and extend the tourism season, including the Thunder On The Sand Race Series, Family Nights On The Boardwalk, Friday Night Fireworks, The New Jersey State Barbeque Championships and Anglesea Blues Festival, Classic Car Shows, the International Kite Festival, Irish and Italian Festivals and the National Marbles Tournament, among others. For more information on the Wildwoods, contact the GWTIDA at 1-800-WW-By-Sea (800-992-9732) or visit its web site, www.WildwoodsNJ.com.
 

Morey’s Piers Ranks Among Best New Waterpark Rides

Budget Travel Recognizes Raging Waters and Ocean Oasis for Best New Attractions

According to Budget Travel, Morey’s Piers and Beachfront Waterparks features two of the best new waterpark rides of 2012. Budget Travel calls WipeOut!, the new 6-lane racer slide at Ocean Oasis “a thrill of a waterslide.”

River Adventure at Raging Waters is also named among the best in the article.

“Our creative design team continually works to create one-of-a-kind attractions that are uniquely Wildwood in spirit. We are honored that Budget Travel has recognized our new water park attractions and makeover," said second-generation partners and brothers Will and Jack Morey.

“We invite everyone to come out and experience two of the top waterpark rides in the US as well as our nearly 100 other attractions!”

Raging Waters and Ocean Oasis waterparks are open daily through Labor Day. Check www.moreyspiers.com for operating hours and admission.

For more information www.moreyspiers.com or call 609-522-3900.

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About Morey’s Piers

Morey’s Piers, located on the boardwalk in the Wildwoods, New Jersey is a classic seaside amusement park, family owned and operated since 1969. Voted the third best seaside amusement park in the world by Amusement Today, Morey’s Piers has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six beach blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks. Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart, Morey’s Piers along with Morey Resorts combines the pure joy of an amusement park, the sights and sounds of a classic boardwalk, outstanding accommodations, together with the rhythm of beach life. Visit them at Surfside Pier, featuring the Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier, featuring Raging Waters Waterpark at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609) 522-3900.

Splash Zone presents "Christmas in July" on Saturday

Get well soon, Bobby!

According to the Associated Press, legendary singer Bobby Rydell recently underwent a liver and kidney transplant at Thomas Jefferson Hospital in Philadelphia.

He is doing very well, and is expected to be released from the hospital today.

Rydell, 70, was a teen idol in during the 1960s, with such hits to his credit as "Wild One" and "Volare"; of course, he is also known locally for his performance of the popular and enduring anthem, "Wildwood Days."

All of us here at Wildwood 365 would like to wish Mr. Rydell a speedy and effective recovery!

If you would like to leave a "get well" message, we will be sure to pass them along.

Leave a comment here on the blog, on our Facebook page, or drop us a line at wildwood365@gmail.com.

Harlem Globetrotters offer skills clinic in Wildwood on August 8th

Clinic package includes ticket to see Globetrotters game at Wildwoods Convention Center (Aug. 8-11)

For the first time in Wildwood, the Harlem Globetrotters are offering a 2-hour Skills Clinic at the Wildwoods Convention Center on Wednesday, Aug. 8 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. 

The clinic will be led by Globetrotter players before they take the court in Wildwood from Wednesday, Aug. 8 through Saturday, Aug. 11. 

Designed to take fans ages six to 14 behind the magic of the Globetrotters’ skills, participants will also learn about the importance of staying active and eating healthy.

Participants in the clinic do not need prior basketball experience.

A spot in the Skills Clinic costs $49 and includes the following:

*  2-hour skills clinic led by the actual stars from the Harlem Globetrotters

*  Voucher for one complementary ticket to see the Globetrotters at the Wildwoods Convention Center (valued up to $42)

*  Autograph and photo opportunity

The ticket voucher will be good for any of the four games at the Wildwoods Convention Center taking place from Wednesday, Aug. 8 through Saturday, Aug 11 – nightly at 7 p.m.

A limited number of roster spots for the Skills Clinic, as well as tickets to the games, are on sale now via ticketmaster.com, calling 800-745-3000, or at the Wildwoods Convention Center Box Office.

Space in the clinic is strictly limited to ensure each participant has the best experience.

Restaurant Row to host inaugural S.I.N. Olympics on July 17th

PRESS RELEASE

Restaurant Row in Downtown Wildwood will be hosting the Inaugural S.I.N. Olympics on Tuesday, July 17th, starting at 10:30 p.m. on Pacific Avenue between Lincoln and Spicer Avenues.

This unique event will spotlight the heart and soul of the Wildwoods: The hospitality industry, with a special focus on community.

A maximum of 15 teams comprised of hand picked wait staff from local restaurants and bars will compete in a series of events to showcase their skills (and, in the spirit of good clean fun, their heckling abilities).

The top four teams will qualify to go for the Gold in the final obstacle course; Silver and Bronze medals will also be awarded to the second and third place finishers.

Best of all, the winning team will receive the S.I.N. Olympics Trophy, to display in their establishment, and bragging rights for the next year.

A percentage of entrance fee proceeds will benefit Special Olympics. The event will be sponsored by the FOP, which will help judge the competition.

"Perfect opportunity to bring the island together for a good time and a great cause," said Cattle 'n Clover owner John Sheppard.

Come on out and show your support for your favorites!

Participating teams are encouraged to bring their family, friends, and full cheering sections - and all are invited to a special Happy Hour celebration at Cattle 'n Clover after the competition.

The S.I.N. Olympics is a first-time ever event in the Wildwoods, and is open to all who enter.
Leave your barstool behind and a community-oriented day on Pacific Avenue, surrounded by fun, food, friends, and a time you won't want to miss!

Attached you will find an image of the official poster and for additional information feel free to call or email me or download the registration form and rules at www.pacificaveblockparty.org under the events tab.

Hope to see you there!

Local Graffiti Artist Commissioned for Morey’s Adventure Pier Art Makeover

David Macomber Paints at Morey’s Piers

PRESS RELEASE

Morey’s Piers is giving Adventure Pier a new look utilizing shipping containers, creating a distinctive and vivid edge to the pier and opening up new signage and art opportunities.

 Local artist David Macomber of Shark Sugar NJ was commissioned to give Adventure Pier’s shipping containers a new, extreme look. His work has been featured in Surfer, Eastern Surf and Surfing magazines. Macomber’s passion for surfing and the Jersey Shore permeates his artistic style, making him an ideal candidate for Morey's Piers Adventure Pier Container Art Project.

“We’re continuously striving to showcase the Wildwoods’ in unique, inventive and eco-friendly ways, and while others may want to shy away from graffiti as being taboo, we want to wrap our arms around the culture,” said Jack Morey, Executive Vice President of Morey’s Piers and Beachfront Waterparks.

 The whole concept of re-using prefabricated shipping containers has been championed for several years now by the eco and contemporary arts design communities. The original invention of shipping containers had birth in New Jersey out of a necessity to improve efficiency and cut down on theft.

With today’s overabundance of imports, containers have become a low cost method for the eco and arts communities to create shelter. At Morey's Piers the containers will serve a variety of practical and aesthetic purposes from storage, office space, signage and now extreme branding for Morey’s Piers largest collection of extreme rides.

For more information www.moreyspiers.com or call 609-522-3900.

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About Morey’s Piers

Morey’s Piers, located on the boardwalk in the Wildwoods, New Jersey is a classic seaside amusement park, family owned and operated since 1969. Voted the third best seaside amusement park in the world by Amusement Today, Morey’s Piers has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six beach blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks. Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart, Morey’s Piers along with Morey Resorts combines the pure joy of an amusement park, the sights and sounds of a classic boardwalk, outstanding accommodations, together with the rhythm of beach life. Visit them at Surfside Pier, featuring the Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier, featuring Raging Waters Waterpark at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609) 522-3900.

103rd Wildwoods Baby Parade to Salute America’s Heroes on August 1st

PRESS RELEASE

The Wildwood Civic Club presents the 103rd Wildwoods Baby Parade on Wednesday, August 1 at 6 p.m. on the Wildwoods Boardwalk, with a rain date on Thursday, August 2.

The theme of this year’s baby parade is Saluting America’s Heroes, and participants are encouraged to dress in patriotic or military-themed attire.

Registration will take place from 4:30 p.m. - 5:15 p.m. on Wednesday, August 1 at the Wildwoods Convention Center, located at Burk Avenue and the Boardwalk in Wildwood.

The line-up will commence on the boardwalk just outside the Convention Center at 5:30 p.m. The parade will step off promptly at 6 p.m. and proceed north on the world-famous Wildwoods Boardwalk to 16th Street in North Wildwood – where awards and prizes will be given.

This year the Highland Youth Performance Ensemble (HYPE) cadets, ages 6 – 11 will be joining the parade as steppers and will march the length of the boardwalk and perform on the stage in North Wildwood as the parade ends.

Parents can register children in one of seven different categories including Cutest Baby Boy, Cutest Baby Girl, Fancy Children, Most Original Children, Best Dressed, Costumed and Floats. Participation in the Wildwoods Baby Parade is FREE!

The Grand Marshal for the 2012 Wildwoods Baby Parade is Brigadier General (Retired) Jeffrey L. Pierson, Sr. from the New Jersey Army National Guard, a Wildwood High School graduate with 40 years of military service. Throughout his military and civilian careers, he has served in numerous commands, administrative, training, and staff assignments, from company level to major command level. General Pierson has received several military and civilian awards, decorations, and honors.

Among these are the Legion of Merit, the Meritorious Service Medal (4 awards), the Army Commendation Medal (3 awards), the Air Force Commendation Medal, the Army Achievement Medal (3 awards), the Army Reserve Components Achievement Medal (3 awards), the Military Outstanding Volunteer Service Medal, the National Defense Medal, the New Jersey Good Conduct Award, the New Jersey Medal of Merit (37 awards) and the New Jersey Medal of Honor (6 awards), along with many others.

Queen Oceania and her Court will be in attendance along with local dignitaries, Miss North Wildwood, Elmo from Sesame Street, Lighthouse Pete, McGruff the Crime Dog, Sparkey the United Way Duck, Ronald McDonald, Eddie the Eagle, and Curley Fry and Sunny C. Gull from Morey’s Piers.

A complimentary trolley service will be available during the parade to transport participants between the parking area surrounding the Wildwoods Convention Center and 16th Street in North Wildwood.
 For additional information please contact Tracey DuFault of the Greater Wildwood Chamber of Commerce at 609-729-4000 or by email at tdufault@gwcoc.org.

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732

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About the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority

The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) was formed in 1993 to consolidate the tourism economy of its three founding municipalities: Wildwood, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood. The Wildwoods have won numerous travel and tourism awards, heralding the resort for its beaches, boardwalk and attractions. In 2010, the Wildwoods Doo Wop Architecture was named “One of the Top Ten Architectural Wonders in America” by AOL.com. The Wildwoods were also named among Smarter Travel’s Ten Best Beach Towns in America in 2010, as well as one of Sherman’s Travel’s “Top Ten American Boardwalks” for the second year in a row. In 2009, the Wildwoods were selected as one of Time.com’s “50 Authentic American Experiences.” The Wildwoods made the list of “15 Destinations on the Rise” for TripAdvisor in 2012. In addition, the Wildwoods were also voted “Best Town” in the 2009 and 2011 PHL-17 Philly Hot List, Jersey Shore Edition contest. The Wildwoods were also named “Best Beaches in New Jersey” in the 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Top Ten New Jersey Beaches public survey, sponsored by the New Jersey Marine Sciences Consortium. Wildwoods’ beaches were also named “Best Beach for Family Vacations,” “Best Beach for Tourism,” “Best Beach for Events,” “Best Beach for Eco-Tourism” and “Best Beach for Day Trips” in the same surveys. The Tourism Authority operates the Wildwoods Convention Center and acts as the island’s destination marketing organization overseeing the development, research, planning, marketing, advertising, promotion, public and media relations encompassing the tourism, meeting and convention industry in the Wildwoods. Additionally, the Authority funds, assists with and hosts more than 180 annual special events to enhance the visitor experience and extend the tourism season, including the Thunder On The Sand Race Series, Family Nights On The Boardwalk, Friday Night Fireworks, the New Jersey State Barbeque Championships and Anglesea Blues Festival, Classic Car Shows, the International Kite Festival, Irish and Italian Festivals and the National Marbles Tournament, among others. For more information about the Wildwoods, contact the GWTIDA at 1-800-WW-By-Sea (800-992-9732) or visit its web site, www.WildwoodsNJ.com.

RV parking coming to the beach, but not without opposition

A plan to establish a parking area for recreational vehicles on a stretch of the beach south of the Wildwoods Convention Center is underway, and is quickly becoming the subject of local controversy.

Stakes have been driven into the sand, creating space for approximately 80 RVs just off the Boardwalk, between Hand and Leaming Avenues.

The concept is the City of Wildwood's latest attempt to generate revenue, but many local residents and property owners (including the Homeowners Association of the nearby Ocean Towers) are voicing their opposition.

Concerns include trash/pollution, noise, and safety, while many additionally feel that this usage of city-owned property will create an unwanted eyesore.

City officials insist that the park will be well-maintained and supplied with 24-hour security.

While no firm date has been set, the park is expected to open by late-July/early-August. Spaces will be rented on a nightly basis at an as-yet-unknown rate.

It is important to note that the park is not yet being planned as a permanent fixture. It will be initiated as an "experiment," and is expected to remain open into October.

So, what do you think of this idea?

Is this a smart, viable way for Wildwood to generate revenue? Is this or other concepts that include the further development of areas of the beach good for the present and future of the island?

World’s Largest Ultimate Beach Frisbee Tournament Returns to the Wildwoods July 28-29

PRESS RELEASE

The 20^th Annual Co-Ed Ultimate Beach Frisbee Tournament returns to the Wildwoods on Saturday, July 28 and Sunday, July 29. The tournament takes place on the award-winning beaches of the Wildwoods, between Poplar and Roberts Avenues.

The Frisbee Tournament consists of a 4-on-4 team competition for players of all levels, 18 years of age and older. Competitions will be held from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday and Sunday with 100 playing fields of non-stop action. Admission is FREE to spectators.

Last year (2011) was the most successful year for the Wildwoods Beach Ultimate Tournament, which in turn led to a record-breaking year for charitable disbursements. W2BU, Inc., the parent company of the tournament, gave nearly $30,000 to worthy causes.

For additional information, call 856-696-9705 or visit www.WildwoodUltimate.com.

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.

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About the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority


The Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement and Development Authority (GWTIDA) was formed in 1993 to consolidate the tourism economy of its three founding municipalities: Wildwood, Wildwood Crest and North Wildwood. The Wildwoods have won numerous travel and tourism awards, heralding the resort for its beaches, boardwalk and attractions. In 2010, the Wildwoods Doo Wop Architecture was named “One of the Top Ten Architectural Wonders in America” by AOL.com. The Wildwoods were also named among Smarter Travel’s Ten Best Beach Towns in America in 2010, as well as one of Sherman’s Travel’s “Top Ten American Boardwalks” for the second year in a row. In 2009, the Wildwoods were selected as one of Time.com’s “50 Authentic American Experiences.” The Wildwoods made the list of “15 Destinations on the Rise” for TripAdvisor in 2012. In addition, the Wildwoods were also voted “Best Town” in the 2009 and 2011 PHL-17 Philly Hot List, Jersey Shore Edition contest. The Wildwoods were also named “Best Beaches in New Jersey” in the 2008, 2010, 2011 and 2012 Top Ten New Jersey Beaches public survey, sponsored by the New Jersey Marine Sciences Consortium. Wildwoods’ beaches were also named “Best Beach for Family Vacations,” “Best Beach for Tourism,” “Best Beach for Events,” “Best Beach for Eco-Tourism” and “Best Beach for Day Trips” in the same surveys. The Tourism Authority operates the Wildwoods Convention Center and acts as the island’s destination marketing organization overseeing the development, research, planning, marketing, advertising, promotion, public and media relations encompassing the tourism, meeting and convention industry in the Wildwoods. Additionally, the Authority funds, assists with and hosts more than 180 annual special events to enhance the visitor experience and extend the tourism season, including the Thunder On The Sand Race Series, Family Nights On The Boardwalk, Friday Night Fireworks, the New Jersey State Barbeque Championships and Anglesea Blues Festival, Classic Car Shows, the International Kite Festival, Irish and Italian Festivals and the National Marbles Tournament, among others. For more information about the Wildwoods, contact the GWTIDA at 1-800-WW-By-Sea (800-992-9732) or visit its web site, www.WildwoodsNJ.com.

Maritime Festival at Hereford Light this weekend

The third annual Hereford Inlet Lighthouse Maritime Festival will be held this weekend, on Saturday from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. and Sunday from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. on the lighthouse grounds at 111 N. Central Ave. in Anglesea.

Meet maritime authors and historians, pirates, shipwrecks and men of the sea. The festival will feature historical displays from maritime/lighthouse museums around the country, crafters and vendors selling nautical themed merchandise, activities for children, Lighthouse & Garden tours, food vendors, and musical guests. 

The festival is FREE, and events will be held rain or shine. (Note: An entrance fee is charged to tour the lighthouse)

For more information, call 609-522-4520 or visit http://www.herefordlighthousefestival.org.

NJ State Crab Festival Returns to the Wildwoods July 21

PRESS RELEASE

The 2^nd Annual New Jersey State Crab Festival, presented by the Ice House Restaurant, will be held on Saturday, July 21 in the Wildwoods for a day of family fun and all things crabby!

The Ice House Restaurant is located at 4415 Park Boulevard in Wildwood and will feature a block party atmosphere with live entertainment, vendors, crabs cooked to order and much more.

The festival will take place from 11 a.m. until 10 p.m., offering blue claw crabs, a beer garden and crabby Bloody Mary’s, as well as face painting, a balloon sculptor and crab races for the kids. Live entertainment will be featured throughout the day. Admission is FREE!

For additional information about the New Jersey State Crab Festival, visit www.njcrabfestivalicehouse.com or call 609-522-0033.

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.

Happy 4th of July - Today's event lineup

Happy Independence Day, everyone!

Here's the updated lineup for today's holiday activities in the Wildwoods...

The 4th of July kicks off with the Wildwoods Independence Day Parade and the 8^th Annual Patriotic Pooch Parade. The Independence Day Parade begins at 9 a.m. at 15^th and Atlantic Avenues and proceeds north to 2^nd Avenue.

The Patriotic Pooch Parade will join the march through the Wildwoods at 8^th and Atlantic Avenues. Dogs of all shapes and sizes will parade along the streets of the Wildwoods dressed in patriotic garb alongside decorated bicycles.

Prizes will be awarded for the best bikes decorated with a red, white and blue theme, along with prizes for the best dressed pooches. Check-in for parade participants will be from 8-8:45 a.m. at 15^th and Atlantic Avenues. To register, call 609-522-2955.

Wednesday morning is the Beach ‘n Boardwalk 5K Run and 1-Mile Family Walk from 9-11 a.m. The 5K Fun Run will begin at the Wildwoods Sign and travel north to the Wildwoods Convention Center then down the boardwalk extension to the beach.

The route will run south and continue on the hard packed sand to Primrose Avenue in Wildwood Crest, looping back to the Wildwoods Convention Center for the completion of the race. The 1-Mile Walk will head down the Wildwoods Boardwalk to Cresse Avenue and back to the Wildwoods Convention Center.

Awards will be presented at the Wildwoods Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall to “Top Finishers” and “Most Patriotic Dressed.” All funds raised from the Beach ‘n Boardwalk 5K Run and 1-Mile Family Walk will be used to help maintain the Wildwoods Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall. Registration will take place from 7-8:45 a.m. at the Wildwoods Convention Center.

The registration fee is $25 for adults and $10 for students 18 and younger. Commemorative t-shirts will be given to all participants who pre-register at www.WildwoodsWall.com/5k. For additional information, call John Lynch at 609-849-8887.

From noon until 2 p.m., Morey’s Piers will host their annual Curley Fry Festival, where amateur eaters compete to eat the most Curley Fries. The Festival will be held on Surfside Pier and children can enjoy face painters and stilt walkers. For additional information call 609-522-3900 or visit www.MoreysPiers.com.

Later on in the evening on Independence Day, families can enjoy a FREE Summer Concert at Fox Park starting at 6 p.m. featuring “Changes in Latitude,” a Jimmy Buffett tribute band. Bring your beach chair or blanket and groove to the smooth sounds of Jimmy Buffett classics such as “Margaritaville,” “Cheeseburger in Paradise,” “Volcano” and many more.

“Changes in Latitude” is sure to have the crowd on its feet dancing and singing along. For additional information, call 609-729-9000.

The Duffy String Band will perform from 7-9 p.m. on the Wildwoods Boardwalk from 16^th Street in North Wildwood to the Wildwoods Convention Center. For additional information on this FREE event call 609-523-1602 or visit www.DoWildwood.com.

Also at 7 p.m., the Wildwood Talent Showcase will feature dancers from ages 6-18 who will perform at the Wildwood Bandshell, located at Schellenger Avenue and the Boardwalk. For additional information on this FREE event, call 413-454-4523.

A FREE, family-friendly concert will take place at 7:30 p.m. at Centennial Park, located at Fern and Ocean Avenues in Wildwood Crest. Bring a blanket or beach chair and listen to Trishia Rapier and the Barry Levitt Trio performing popular Broadway show tunes and more.

Rapier recently starred in Broadway’s version of Sister Act. For additional information call 609-522-0202 or visit www.VisitWildwoodCrest.com.

At 10 p.m. people all over the Wildwoods will enjoy a spectacular FREE fireworks show extravaganza. Originating from the beach at Pine Avenue in Wildwood, this incredible Fourth of July pyrotechnics display will be sure to awe and amaze, and is visible from almost anywhere on the island. For additional information, call 609-729-9000 or visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com.

The Wildwoods are the place to be this Fourth of July for FREE fun, FREE entertainment and FREE events for the whole family!

For additional information about the Wildwoods, visit www.WildwoodsNJ.com or call 800-992-9732.     

Animal House set to rock Pacific Avenue on Independence Day

One of our favorite party bands, Animal House, will perform on the Fourth of July at one of our favorite new venues - Cattle 'n Clover's open-air stage on Pacific Avenue.

It's sure to be a heck of a party, and a great time for the whole family. Here's the official release...

PRESS RELEASE

Since Cattle ‘n Clover's grand opening in March, its unique and growing variety of entertainment has put an Irish jig in the right step toward Downtown Wildwoods’ revitalization.

Cattle ‘n Clover is certainly living up to its rich history in music and live entertainment, serving as the venue (then known as the Rainbow Club) for Chubby Checker’s debut of “The Twist” in the 1950’s.

A large wooden garage door slides up to reveal a stage even Checker himself would be itching to twist on.

The elevated stage opens directly onto the sidewalk inviting everyone to enjoy a variety of entertainment from Singer/Songwriter Kris Scherer to Hydeaway, to Animal House, a six piece party dance band that will rock Pacific Avenue’s upcoming 4th of July celebration, this Wednesday.

Animal House consists of all veteran musicians with a crazy fun following after performances everywhere from Vermont, Key West, and Pacific Avenue in Wildwood. Their first Pacific Avenue performance at the Cinco de Mayo Block Party left the Wilwoods wanting more, and that’s what they will get.

Animal House never fails to stir up an irresistibly good time and this 4th of July will be no different!

“We can’t wait to be the soundtrack to an unforgettable 4th of July at Cattle ‘n Clover on Pacific Avenue”, says Bass Guitarist George Garcia.

It sounds like Cattle ‘n Clover will be the perfect sanctuary, just two blocks away from the crowded boardwalk where everyone can sit back, relax and enjoy live entertainment at the only Irish Steakhouse on the island.

More than 340 Kids Participate in Morey's Wild Half Kids Marathon

PRESS RELASE

More than 340 kids of all ages “ran wild” on the Boardwalk June 28 in Morey’s Piers’ 2^nd Annual Wild Half Mile Kids’ Marathon – a racing event that attracted 348 kids to the Wildwoods Boardwalk for a morning of exercise, fitness and fun.

Morey’s Piers invited kids to get fit by participating in their own "marathon," The Wild Half Mile, on Thursday, June 28 – a run for kids 12 and under. As part of the event, racers in The Wild Half Marathon showed their “wild side” by dressing in animal print and wearing animal ears, tails and noses. Free face painting was also provided so kids could look like their favorite animals.

“Our second annual Wild Half Mile was a huge success,” said Kristel Fillmore, Events and Entertainment Manager. “Kids of all ages filled the Wildwoods Boardwalk and Morey’s Piers to race, showing that fitness is still a huge part of many kids’ lives; something Morey’s is proud to promote.”

The Wild Half Mile is a lead-up event to Morey’s Piers’ first-ever Wild Half Marathon, scheduled to take place on Sunday, August 26. Registration for The Wild Half is open at www.moreyspiers.com.

For more information visit www.moreyspiers.com or call (609) 522-3900.

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About Morey’s Piers

Morey’s Piers, located on the boardwalk in the Wildwoods, New Jersey is a classic seaside amusement park, family owned and operated since 1969. Voted the third best seaside amusement park in the world by Amusement Today, Morey’s Piers has over 100 rides and attractions spanning over eighteen acres along six beach blocks and includes three amusement piers and two beachfront waterparks. Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart, Morey’s Piers along with Morey Resorts combines the pure joy of an amusement park, the sights and sounds of a classic boardwalk, outstanding accommodations, together with the rhythm of beach life. Visit them at Surfside Pier, featuring the Ocean Oasis Waterpark and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier, featuring Raging Waters Waterpark at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609) 522-3900.