Farmers Market Opens in Wildwood

Photo by Sunshine Lopez, Jersey Life Photography

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WILDWOOD - Saturday mornings in Wildwood are now even more delicious. On June 28, officials cut the ribbon marking the grand opening of the Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market.

Located at the corner of Schellenger and Pacific avenues, the market offers shoppers more than 20 booths offering everything from locally grown produce and honey to wine, olive oils and artisinal teas.  The market is open rain or shine every Saturday through Aug. 30 from 8:30 a.m.  to 1 p.m.

If the first day was any indication of the next 10 weeks, the market is a huge hit.  Hundreds of people walked through the one-block square market. In addition to vendors offering samples of their wares, a stilt walker made his way through the crowd as a balloon artist fashioned hats and other latex “works of art” for children and adults.

“This is fantastic,” said Commissioner Pete Byron, who oversees the city’s departments of Revenue and Finance.  “This is the first step to build confidence in the commercial district. We’re hoping that this is going to give incentive to other people to come to town and start opening up businesses on Pacific Avenue.”

Mayor Ernie Troiano congratulated the Wildwood Business Improvement District (BID) for putting together the market.

“This is a tremendous idea that we hope turns into something even more as it expands,” said Troiano as he presented a proclamation from the city declaring June 28 as Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market Day throughout Wildwood.

The mayor noted during his youth, “Wildwood was the mecca of shopping. Hopefully this is the beginning of people coming back to Pacific Avenue and it will show that we have more to offer than just the beach and the boardwalk.

"This farmers market is a tremendous idea. We’re excited about it and we hope everyone enjoys it.”

Huge weekend kicks off today with two grand openings and the season debut of Fireworks on the Beach

June is going out with a BANG!

The last weekend of the month kicks off today with the grand openings of two new businesses in Wildwood, and the season debut of Fireworks on the Beach tonight.

Fireworks will be launched from the beach at Pine Avenue at 10 p.m.

The show is FREE, as always, and visible from just about anywhere on the island. Rain date is Sunday night at 9 p.m.

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Ribbon-cutting ceremonies will be held this afternoon as follows:

The Waves Restaurant, New Jersey & Oak Avenue @ 1 p.m.

After a successful "soft opening" during the 2013 summer season, the Waves Restaurant is primed and ready to go. The eatery serves traditional and specialty breakfasts and sandwiches. Its unique hours of operation allows diners to enjoy a made-to-order meal from 7 a.m. - Noon from Monday through Friday, and Midnight to Noon on Saturdays and Sundays.

The Waves Restaurant is family-friendly and can accommodate large group reservations.

To celebrate its official grand opening, owner Chris Falcone will be providing samples of his most popular dishes.

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Turn Around, 4805 Pacific Avenue @ 2 p.m.

Turn Around is a unique new "upcycling" boutique in the heart of Downtown Wildwood. The consignment shop features a quality collection of men's, women's, and children's fashions, as well as furniture, artwork, home ware items and collectibles.

The boutique is forging a relationship with the Cape May County Technical School and students from their school-based volunteer program. Students have the opportunity to showcase their talents by adding individual artistic flare to clothing, jewelry, and furnishings donated to the shop.

Profits from these upcycled pieces will be divided between student scholarships and moms in need throughout the community.

The Wildwoods Host the 5th Annual Cornhole Tournament - Saturday, July 12th & Sunday, July 13th

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Lawn games are so much better in the sand!

The Wildwoods, NJ – June 26, 2014 - The popular parking lot and lawn game returns to the Wildwoods beach with the 5th Annual Wildwood Cornhole Tournament on Saturday, July 12 and Sunday, July 13.

Teams can compete in any or all of the three tournaments over the two days, all vying for cash and prizes. Teams will test their accuracy with bean bags and try to slide, bounce, roll and swish their way to 21 points before their opponents can.

Two tournaments will ­take place on Saturday, July 13 at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. The winning team from each tournament will receive a professional cornhole set!

Registration is only $20 per team per tournament. $5 from every team entry in both of Saturday’s tournaments will go directly to the Lunch with Lynch charity organization.

The Sunday, July 13 tournament will begin with a mandatory meeting at 10 a.m. and bags will start flying at 10:30 a.m. The top six teams will receive cash prizes, and the grand prize winner from Sunday’s tournament will be awarded $1,000 cash.

Free event t-shirts will be given to all Sunday players. Registration for Sunday is $45 per team ($50 day of).

All tournaments will take place on the beach at Wildwood Avenue. Registration can be done online or by mail-in form prior to the event. Registration will also be available day of the event. Food and beer will be available for purchase on both days.

For rules and registration information, visit www.WildwoodCornhole.com or call 609-729-8870.

Follow us on Facebook and Twitter for event news and to check out photos of previous tournaments.

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

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The Wildwoods Host the Ultimate in Wrestling Entertainment with the WWE Live Summer Slam Heatwave Tour at the Wildwoods Convention Center Sunday, July 13th

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For one night only – Sunday, July 13 at 8 p.m. – World Wrestling Entertainment (WWE) presents a special Live Summer Slam Heatwave Tour event in the Oceanfront Arena at the Wildwoods Convention Center.

Don’t miss the chance to witness your favorite WWE superstars in action featuring John Cena, Sheamus, Randy Orton, Bray Wyatt, Daniel Bryan, The USO’s, Big E, Bad News Barrett, The WWE Divas and many more!

Doors open at 7 p.m. Please note that the WWE line-up is subject to change.

Tickets start at $15 and are available at the Wildwoods Convention Center Box Office, online at www.Ticketmaster.com, or charge-by-phone at 800-745-3000.

For additional information about World Wrestling Entertainment, visit www.WWE.com.

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

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Woody's Place - longtime North Wildwood institution - will close its doors June 30th

We were very saddened to hear confirmation earlier today that Woody's Place (102 E. 18th Ave.) - one of the legendary bars/corner haunts of the Jersey Shore - will be closing its doors next week.

The following was posted on Woody's Official Facebook Page around 3 p.m.:

After ten years in business, we are sadly closing the doors on June 30th but will remain up for sale.

We would like to thank all of our amazing customers for their prayers, loyalty and continued support.

We would also like to thank our employees whom throughout the years have worked so hard and stuck by us till the end. We love and will miss you all. Sunday will be our last day so please join us.

Sunday, June 29th - All beers and drinks will be $2.00, shots $3.00. 

Meet Me at Woody's one last time!

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Woody's has operated under current ownership for the past decade, but its history dates back many decades. Also previously known simply as Woody's Bar and Woody's Corner.

No further information is available at this time, but stay tuned.

We can only hope that Woody's will re-open at some point in the near future...

Downtown Wildwood Farmer’s Market Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting Ceremony Saturday, June 28th

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The Grand Opening of the Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market will take place on Saturday, June 28 with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony at 10 a.m., that will also include the unveiling of the new iconic 2014 DO WW Magnet designs.

In celebration of Opening Day, the Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market Committee will be giving away DO WW Magnets and Tote Bags to carry all your Farmers Market purchases.

The Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market will take place every Saturday, through Labor Day, from 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the corner of Pacific and Schellenger Avenues.

Each week, there will be family entertainment and 98.7 The Coast will be broadcasting live from the field of 20 vendor booths that will be offering the freshest farm goods, baked goods, seafood, meats, cheeses, wine, prepared foods and drinks, specialty foods and more.

Vendors include Busy Bees Honey, Crab Cake Hotline, Nummytown Farms, City2Shore Gourmet (vinegar, oils, salts, focaccia, mozeralla), SereniTEA, Gaiss’ Market, Fruitwood Farms, Whirly Pig (pork sandwiches), Balic Winery, Harry & Bean Coffee, S&S Kitchens (baked goods & gluten free items), JM Ferrucci Farm, Rick’s Seafood (Fresh Seafood), Gourmet Creations (dry herbs), Duffinetti’s Restaurant, On a Roll Street Food Truck (breakfast & lunch sandwiches) and Windy Acres (plants, herbs, flats, hanging baskets & combo pots) and more.

Walk, ride your bike or drive your car. There will be something for everyone and plenty of parking available in the municipal parking lot between Schellenger and Oak Avenues, directly behind the Downtown Wildwoods Farmers Market.

The Wildwood Business Improvement District (WBID) and the City of Wildwood are sponsoring the Downtown Wildwood Farmers Market with the support from the Greater Wildwood Tourism Improvement & Development Authority (GWTIDA).

For additional information about Downtown Wildwoods Farmers Market visit www.DoWildwood.com.

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

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The Wildwoods’ 16th Annual New Jersey State BBQ Championship & Anglesea Blues Festival to Feature Succulent Food & Soulful Music, July 11th - 13th

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Indulge in mouthwatering ribs, chicken, brisket and pork while enjoying some of the best Blues music at the Jersey shore during the 16th Annual New Jersey State Barbeque Championship and Anglesea Blues Festival in North Wildwood at 2nd and Olde New Jersey Avenues, Friday, July 11 through Sunday, July 13.

The three-day festival will feature barbeque teams from around the country showing off their grill skills in a quest for the best barbeque. Teams will compete for glory by attempting to create masterfully marinated and seasoned meals, grilled to perfection, in order to earn the title of Grand Champion.

The New Jersey State Barbeque Championship is an elite 2014 official automatic qualifying event for the World Food Championships. The Grand Champion will advance to the WFC in Las Vegas, NV to compete against the best of the best.

The WFC is invitation only, and the New Jersey State Barbeque Championship is among only 100 international contests entitled to send its Grand Champion to the WFC! The festival will also feature FREE live Blues music performed by some of the region’s most soulful artists.

The festival kicks off Friday, July 11 with an Opening Ceremony at 4 p.m. and the Fun and Games Crew from Cat Country 107.3 from 5 - 7 p.m., along with some of the best barbeque in the state and FREE Blues performances from 4 - 7 p.m. by Client Nine, and Mike Guldin & Rollin and Tumblin from 7:30 -10:30 p.m. Friday’s festivities will conclude at 11 p.m.

Saturday, July 12, festival hours are 10 a.m. - 11 p.m. and will include a live broadcast from New Jersey 101.5 featuring Big Joe Henry from 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. and a surprise ingredient, dessert and sauce contest at 3 p.m. Guests can enjoy FREE live musical sets featuring Dockta D & the Infirmary from 11 a.m. - 2 p.m.; James Supra Blues Band from 4 - 7 p.m.; and Mark May Band from 7:30 - 10:30 p.m.

The festival will also feature a cooking class on preparing succulent ribs on Saturday at 11 a.m. hosted by Alyson Lupinetti, the reigning “Best Ribs in Jersey” winner. Alyson will be teaching the secrets to her award-winning pulled pork and ribs.

Daughter of famed Pit Master Butch Lupinetti, Alyson is co-owner of Butch’s Smack Your Lips, a competition barbecue team and “ribber” of national renown. Every year Alyson and her crew travel to the largest barbecue events in the country, serving their multi-award winning ribs, brisket, pork and chicken to tens of thousands of people. A $25 tuition and advanced registration is required.

The festival concludes on Sunday, July 13 with a live broadcast by SoJo 104.9 from noon - 3 p.m. Judging for the 2014 Barbeque Grand Championship – conducted by the Kansas City Barbeque Society and a panel of volunteer judges – begins at noon, with the awards ceremony commencing at 4:30 p.m. FREE live Blues performances continue with Bev Conklin from 11:30 a.m. - 4 p.m.

The 16th Annual New Jersey State Barbeque Championship and Anglesea Blues Festival is a celebration of great food, great music and family fun you won’t want to miss so pack up your appetite and groove to the blues in the Wildwoods Friday, July 11 – Sunday, July 13; admission is FREE!

For additional information, call 609-523-6565 or visit www.njbbq.com or www.angleseablues.com.

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

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The 2nd Annual Amateur Sand Sculpting Festival takes place in Wildwood Crest on Saturday, July 12th

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Families, friends and kids of all ages who love playing in the sand should start making plans to attend the second annual Wildwood Crest Amateur Sand Sculpting Contest on Saturday, July 12 from 10 a.m. until 2 p.m. on the beach next to the Wildwood Crest Beach Pier at Heather Road. 

Grab your buckets and shovels and get ready to create works of art. Making sand castles at the beach has been a fun summertime family activity since the first shell washed ashore, and now this great American pastime is coming back to the Wildwoods in a big way.

New activities will be featured at this year’s festival including horseshoes, corn hole and other games, as well as live music throughout the day, starting with local band Twelve:01 performing progressive and classic rock; followed by The Mango Men with their energized and ‘sand castle-inspiring’ summer themed party music.

The contest is being organized in conjunction with Can You Dig It Sand Tools and directed by internationally known sand sculptor Matt Long. Long is a regular competitor at master competitions, including the World Championships of Sand Sculpting, and is an original cast member of the Travel Channel Show Sand Masters. Long’s career in sand sculpting began right here in South Jersey at amateur events like this one.

Sculptures will be judged on creativity, execution, composition and overall presentation. Prizes and awards will be presented to the top three winners in each division. There will also be a People’s Choice award for Best on the Beach, where the winner is voted by spectator ballot. To ensure a level playing field, the contest will have seven separate divisions ranging from solo youth and youth groups to solo adult and adult teams.

Registration for the contest is free and will begin at 9 a.m. on Saturday, July 12. Rain date for the event is scheduled for Sunday, July 13.

During the days leading up to the event, Long will be carving one of his masterful castles at the site, providing an opportunity for those interested to stop by, ask questions and pick up some professional tricks and tips. 

For further information, email Matt Long at matt@canyoudigit.com, visit www.visitwildwoodcrest.com  or call 609-523-0202.

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

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Women of Wildwood Hosted 2nd Annual Prom Project Event at Local High Schools

It’s all smiles as Wildwood Catholic students take a minute to pose

for a photo with some of their brand new makeup. 

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The Women of Wildwood (WOW) participated in their second annual Prom Project giveaway to donate and distribute new makeup, gift certificates and dresses to the local high school girls.  

“Prom is an exciting time in a young woman’s life but for some the expense associated with it can be quite daunting,” said Maggie Warner, member of WOW.   

“It is our goal to give back to our community by easing this financial burden so that every girl that wants to attend her prom has the opportunity.”

Members of WOW volunteered their time to collect donations and distribute items at two different events, held at local area high schools. 

Girls at Wildwood High School and at Wildwood Catholic High School enjoyed the opportunity of picking out brand new makeup and gift certificates, donated by local businesses including; Salon Nine, Ambiance Hair Designs, Perfect Cutz and Acme of Cape May.

“We were so touched by the amount of appreciation we received last year from both the schools and the students,” said Lauren Zuccarello, WOW’s prom project organizer. “So we knew it was important for our organization to continue with this event."

                                                  

WOW would like to give a special thanks to the local businesses and community members that made donations towards WOW’s Prom Project event.  With their help the organization was able to provide over 50 young women with the items they needed to attend their high school prom.

 

Wildwood High School girls pick out items during the Prom Project Giveaway

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Beach Blanket Bingo will ELECTRIFY the beach on Saturday, June 28th

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The sunny beaches of one of New Jersey's best shore towns will feel the bass on Saturday June 28th as Beach Blanket Bingo rides in on the biggest music wave to hit the USA in years - Electronic Dance Music, or EDM as it affectionately known.

Usually the standard source of music for long beach days with friends is an iPod and portable speaker. But this is a far cry from an ordinary day at the beach.

We’re packing in the talent and breaking out the sunblock!

With a top-tier line up stacked with EDM festival mainstays, Beach Blanket Bingo will see thousands of teens and twenty-somethings flock to Wildwood, famed for its 5 miles of beach, massive boardwalk and classic carnival amusements.

Featuring 12th Planet, Candyland, Cash Cash, gLAdiator, Loudpvck and Pegboard Nerds; Beach Blanket Bingo is the most studded concert production to hit Wildwood since the legendary Kenny Chesney beach concert two years ago.

Saturday June 28th is sure to be the best beach day you’ll have all summer!

$40 tickets (inclusive of fees) at www.beachblanketbingo2014.eventbrite.com

FAQ and Information at www.beachblanketfestival.com

Direct travel options and hotel availabilities at www.soundgardenhall.com/wildwood-transportation-hotels-beach-blanket-bingo/

20th Annual North Wildwood Original Italian-American Festival set for June 27-29

A Weekend of Food, Fun and Italian-American Heritage!

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The North Wildwood Original Italian-American Festival celebrates its 20th anniversary in the Wildwoods this year from Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29, with a weekend of food, fun and Italian-American heritage.

Festivities for the three-day event take place along Olde New Jersey Avenue in North Wildwood including street vendors displaying Italian memorabilia, food vendors offering a variety of Italian and non-Italian treats, meatball relay races and Little Miss Italy Pageant.

FREE live entertainment will take place all weekend long featuring Lights Out, Felicia Punso, Philly Cuzz, and more. This year's grand marshal is Angelo Cataldi, anchor of the 94 WIP Sports Radio Morning Show.

Activities take place from 4 -10 p.m. on Friday, June 27; 10 a.m. - 10 p.m. on Saturday, June 28; and noon - 6 p.m. on Sunday, June 29.

The North Wildwood Original Italian-American Festival is FREE to attend and is sponsored by Knights of Columbus #2572. The Knights of Columbus is a non-profit organization and proceeds from the festival benefit Catholic education and various other local charities.

For additional information, please call 609-536-0176 or visit www.kofc2572.org.

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

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Wildwood Cuts Ribbon Opening Dog Beach

From left at Dog Park opening on Saturday is Mayor Ernie Troiano,
Commissioner Pete Byron and Commissioner Anthony Leonetti

Below is the official press release from the City of Wildwood on the opening of the new Dog Beach at Poplar Avenue.

To view our Facebook album of photos from the ribbon-cutting ceremony, click HERE.

PRESS RELEASE

Dogs and their owners flocked onto Wildwood’s Poplar Avenue beach Sat., June 14 as city officials cut the ribbon to officially mark the opening of the city’s newly designated dog beach

It was a picture perfect dog afternoon as pets and people strolled across the sand, down to the water’s edge to experience a late spring day at the beach.

“This has been a long time coming,” stated Commissioner Peter Byron in a release. Byron was instrumental in establishing the local dog beach.

Looking over crowd of beachgoers and their four-legged friends, Byron noted that pets play a vital role in families.

“Now there is another reason to come to town because you can bring your whole family to enjoy the beach and the ocean and have a great time,” Byron continued.

With the snip of ceremonial scissors Fido and Fluffy headed down to the beach for a day of frolic and fun.

Leashed pets romped in the water with their owners and soaked up the sun.

Year-old Calli made her way from Philadelphia here to celebrate the dog beach’s grand opening.

Calli’s owner, Adessa Marigliano, stated it was her dog’s first experience on sand or in the water.

“I love it,” stated Marigliano as Calli tugged on her leash wanting to go farther into the waves. Marigliano learned of the ribbon cutting from her father. The father-daughter pair, along with Calli, made going to Wildwood’s dog beach a weekend excursion.

“This is great,” she added, noting the dog-friendly beach gives pets an opportunity to enjoy family time with their owners as well as giving dogs a chance to socialize. “We’ll definitely be back.”

The Wildwoods to Officially Open Dog-Friendly Beach for the Summer on Saturday, June 14

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Dogs and their owners will now be able to enjoy fun-filled days together at a dedicated area of the Wildwoods’ beach starting Saturday, June 14.

City officials will cut the ribbon to officially open the newly designated dog-friendly beach located at Poplar Avenue at noon on Saturday, June 14. Previously, dogs were permitted on the beaches only during the off-season, a hindrance for summer vacationing families who travel with their four-legged friends. Now the Wildwoods are a summer shore vacation destination for man’s best friend as well.

“The dog-friendly beach that is now open for the summer makes the Wildwoods that much more of a family-friendly destination,” said executive director of the Greater Wildwoods Tourism Improvement & Development Authority (GWTIDA) John Siciliano.

“Many families consider their four-legged friends family members and insist on traveling with their pets. The Wildwoods now make it possible for the entire 'family' to vacation together,” he added.

The new ordinance – passed on May 14 – designates an area of the Wildwoods’ beach at Poplar Avenue as dog-friendly. The ordinance requires dogs to be licensed and on a leash at all times. Owners are also responsible for cleaning up after their pets and disposing the waste in a designated dog waste trash bin.

Dogs will be able to visit the beach from 6 a.m. until dusk and will be permitted on the boardwalk at the access ramps of Poplar Avenue and Magnolia Avenue to access the beach.

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

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The Wildwoods to Host All-New Beach Glow Festival on Wildwoods Beach - Saturday, July 5th

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The BeachGlow Music Festival makes its debut splash in the Wildwoods on Saturday, July 5 from 3 - 11 p.m. on the Wildwoods beach at Schellenger Avenue.

BeachGlow Concerts for Charity, Inc., the only non-profit EDM (electronic dance music) concert producer in the nation, is bringing this event to the Wildwoods beach; proceeds from the event will benefit the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund.

The entertainment lineup for BeachGlow Music Festival 2014 is Dvbbs, Kap Slap, Get KunKed, Gazzo, Kasum, DJ Prime, Jai Wolf, PRFFTT & Svyable, Almond, Grant & Duval and HardPartBros. The winner of an upcoming local New Jersey DJ contest will fill one additional opening set.

BeachGlow will feature a variety of vendors where guests can shop, eat and explore, along with a general store selling essentials, BeachGlow T-shirts and EDM merchandise. There will also be three professional body painters working the festival, fireworks, a dunk tank, beach games and activities, and a beer tent for ages 21 and over.

BeachGlow Concerts for Charity, Inc. is an all-volunteer organization that is dedicated to producing concerts and festivals to benefit worthy charities and raise awareness about giving back among the young adult generation.

Dane Kunkel founded BeachGlow in 2011 at age 16 and is CEO of his organization, which now has a staff, board of directors and many other volunteers – who make it possible to raise money and awareness for a cause. BeachGlow has raised money for Harmony Ministries in Haiti, the Breast Cancer Research Foundation, and now the American Red Cross.

Tickets for the event are $45 and are available at www.ticketfly.com, where donations also can be made.  For more information about BeachGlow and this year’s festival, visit www.beachglow.org.

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

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Morey’s Piers’ Annual Curley’s Fry Eating Competition Returns This Father’s Day

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This Father’s Day, Morey’s Piers & Beachfront Water Parks invites dads to compete for the title of Curley’s Fry Eating Champion at the classic seaside attraction’s Fourth Annual Curley’s Fry Eating Contest.  And, all dads can feel like kids again with free rides on all three piers and both water parks on Sunday, June 15, 2014.

Kicking off at noon, Curley’s Fry eating challengers will devour the famed fries to see how many 1lb buckets can be eaten in five minutes. There will be two competitions, the first for amateur contestants, and the second for professional eaters.

The grand prize winner for the amateur division will receive $500 and first place in the professional division will receive $1,000. All participants will receive a complimentary ride and water park wristband and one additional wristband for a guest.

This year’s competition will take place at Joe's Fish Co. at 25th St and the Boardwalk with Cat Country 107.3’s beloved Joe Kelly as the master of ceremonies. Families can cheer on dad or dodge bits of potato in the audience, as contestants typically consume as much as 150 pounds of Curley's Fries.

Cat Country will also provide entertainment and games from 11am to 12pm and between competitions.  A legend on the boardwalk since 1974, Curley’s Fries has locations in front of both Mariner's Landing and Surfside Piers.

The Annual Curley Fry Eating Contest is open to all participants ages 18 and older; to pre-register contact Tyler Jacobs at tyler.jacobs@moreyspiers.com.  On-site registration and check-in begins at 11 a.m.

Fathers will receive a Ride and Water Park Combination wristband good for all day admission to all Mariner’s Landing, Surfside, and Adventure Pier, as well as both water parks.

Dads can pick up their wristband at any Pier ticket booth, Guest Services, or the ticket offices at Raging Waters and Ocean Oasis.

With more than 100 rides and attractions to choose from, the entire family can ride on one of the largest ferris wheels on the east coast, loop upside down on the Great Nor’easter coaster, splash down one of the steepest log flumes, and much more.

For more information on Morey’s Piers, visit www.moreyspiers.com.

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 water parks. Convenient to the major population centers of the Northeast, yet a world apart, Morey’s Piers along with Morey Hotels & 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 Water Park and Beach Club at 25th Avenue, Mariner’s Landing Pier, featuring Raging Waters Water Park at Schellenger Avenue, and Adventure Pier at Spencer Avenue. For more information, visit www.moreyspiers.com or phone (609) 522-3900 or like us on Facebook. You can also follow us on Twitter and YouTube.