Wildwood, NJ Events

Restaurant Week in the Wildwoods runs June 16-21

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Last Updated on Thursday, June 13, 2013 02:26 pm Written by Staff Reports Thursday, June 13, 2013 02:10 pm

More than 20 restaurants in the Wildwoods will be offering a special deal Sunday through Friday, June 16-21 during Wildwoods Restaurant Week presented by the Wildwood Restaurant Association.

Each restaurant will be offering a complete four-course meal including appetizer, salad, entrée and dessert for $30 plus tax and gratuity.

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Crest announces lineup for Summer Music Series

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Last Updated on Thursday, May 30, 2013 11:29 am Written by Staff Reports Friday, May 31, 2013 09:27 pm

WILDWOOD CREST - The weekly Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series will begin June 26 and feature live music every Wednesday and Saturday through Labor Day weekend at Centennial Park at Fern Road and Ocean Avenue in Wildwood Crest.

The concerts are suitable for all ages, and admission is free. Attendees are advised to bring a blanket or a chair.

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Wildwood Crest Summer Music Series Schedule

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Written by Staff Reports Friday, May 31, 2013 09:27 pm

All concerts begin 7:30 p.m. at Centennial Park

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PHOTOS: Up and ready

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Last Updated on Wednesday, May 29, 2013 12:30 pm Written by Christie Rotondo Tuesday, May 28, 2013 12:00 am

Photo by Christie Rotondo/Local officials and celebrities turned the key to unlock the beach, marking the start of summer 2013. Photo by Christie Rotondo/Local officials and celebrities turned the key to unlock the beach, marking the start of summer 2013.

High-flying kites mark unlocking ceremony

WILDWOOD--Local, county, and state officials braved strong winds and chilly temperatures to “unlock” Wildwood’s beach May 23. In conjunction with the 28th annual international kite festival, officials and local celebrities marked the unofficial start of the 2013 season.

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PHOTOS: Prom memories

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Last Updated on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 04:58 pm Written by Staff Reports Thursday, May 16, 2013 12:00 am

Jake Martin and Kelly Gillen Schwartz were crowned prom king and queen of Wildwood Catholic April 27. Jake Martin and Kelly Gillen Schwartz were crowned prom king and queen of Wildwood Catholic April 27. We asked readers to submit their photos online from Wildwood High and Wildwood Catholic’s proms.
Here’s the snapshots you submitted to wildwood.shorenewstoday.com. 

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PHOTOS: Hugs for Mother's Day

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Last Updated on Wednesday, May 15, 2013 04:40 pm Written by Jen Marra Wednesday, May 15, 2013 12:00 am

Photo by Jen Marra/ Leanne Petela of Wildwood sits with her daughters Sophia and Brianna Petela, 2 and 4 respectively. Photo by Jen Marra/ Leanne Petela of Wildwood sits with her daughters Sophia and Brianna Petela, 2 and 4 respectively.

Preschoolers at Glenwood held their annual Mother's Day tea Friday, May 10.
Students shared snacks with their moms and made crafts.
Photos by Jen Marra.

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Spring Boardwalk Classic Car Show returns to Wildwoods Boardwalk

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Last Updated on Thursday, May 09, 2013 02:42 pm Written by Staff Reports Thursday, May 09, 2013 02:24 pm

Vintage and classic cars will be displayed on the Wildwoods Boardwalk 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and Saturday. Vintage and classic cars will be displayed on the Wildwoods Boardwalk 8:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Friday and Saturday.

The Greater Wildwood Hotel-Motel Association will present the Spring Boardwalk Classic Car Show through Sunday, May 12 in the Wildwoods. The show is set to include a variety of fun activities from start to finish for car buffs and families.

The car show kicked off Thursday for registered participants with a car cruise from the Wildwoods Convention Center to Menz’s Restaurant in Rio Grande, where participants dined, listened to music and joined in some family fun.

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SLIDESHOW Kindergartners take the stage at Margaret Mace

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Last Updated on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 02:33 pm Written by Staff Reports Wednesday, April 24, 2013 01:26 pm

Photo by Christie Rotondo/ Holly Fesler as Sleeping Beauty, holds up her ingredient, “love” to add to a pot of “joy” made by Mother Goose. Photo by Christie Rotondo/ Holly Fesler as Sleeping Beauty, holds up her ingredient, “love” to add to a pot of “joy” made by Mother Goose. NORTH WILDWOOD- Kindergarten students in Corrine Clarke and Jean Golden’s classes at Margaret Mace School performed the play “Lemonade” on Friday April 19.

The play is based on nursery rhyme characters and their problems, which Mother Goose helps solve by teaching to look on the bright side.

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Big hits at Sensational weekend

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Last Updated on Wednesday, April 24, 2013 03:06 pm Written by Bill Barlow Tuesday, April 23, 2013 11:58 am

Tommy James is set to headline the Sensational Spring Concert this weekend. Tommy James is set to headline the Sensational Spring Concert this weekend. Tommy James and The Shondells, Three Dog Night founder to perform on Saturday

WILDWOOD -- Singer and songwriter Tommy James is psyched to bring the 1960s back to Wildwood this week.

“It’s going to be fun. It’s sort of a magical place. When you say Wildwood to anybody, they smile,” said James in an interview about Saturday’s show, part of the Sensational Spring Weekend. “It’s always party time down in Wildwood.”

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