Eva E. Glassworks

Eva E. Glassworks hand crafted glass jewelry for loved ones

Once you find something that truly moves you, it can enhance your personal life, encourage you to grow, and leave you wanting more. That’s what glass does for me. It’s my first love. It’s given me life and joy. And I know that comes through in my work.

My name is Eva Shelley and I’ve been working with glass since 2000. I started by taking private lessons at the Crefeld School, a private high school in Philadelphia. I then took individual glass classes at Salem Community College in New Jersey. From there, I attended Temple University’s Tyler School of Art, majoring in glass, and graduating in 2005 with a bachelor of fine arts (BFA). My focus at Tyler was furnace work, and also learned both hot and cold casting, as well as fused and slumped glass.
Since graduating, I have been a freelance glass artist, creating glass art and glass jewelry. I’ve worked on a variety of different projects including pieces of jewelry for loved ones, glass sculptures for events, and company gifts for employees. Learn more about what I offer.
Eva Shelley

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Cape May Independence Day Parade 2017

 

CAPE MAY Independence Day Celebrations

Cape May will hold an Independence Day parade 1 p.m. Saturday, July 1 on Beach Avenue from Philadelphia Avenue to Patterson Avenue with the reviewing stand near Convention Hall. The parade will feature string bands, performing groups, family entries, veterans groups, decorated bicycles, antique automobiles and more. To participate call 609-884-9565 or email tbrown@capemaycity.com. At 7 p.m. there will be a free concert at the bandstand at Rotary Park on Lyle Lane featuring America’s Sweethearts.

There will be a Fourth of July Picnic and Patriot Celebration 3-9:30 p.m. Tuesday, July 4 at Congress Hall featuring children’s games on the lawn, face painting, carnival games, balloon twisting, entertainment by Franny Smith and the Atlantic City Jazz Band, a choir sing-along and fireworks. Call 609-884-6542 to reserve a seat at the all-American picnic or the lobster bake (fee applies).

At 7 p.m. there will be a free concert at the bandstand at Rotary Park on Lyle Lane featuring the Congress Street Brass Ban

Things to Do in Cape May for the Independence Day Weekend

SUN, JULY 02

Free Music in the Park – Rotary Park Bandstand

Jack Melton Band – 7pm

400 Lafayette Street
Bring a beach chair to enjoy the music!

Nature & Wildlife Show – Free Family Fun at Convention Hall

Nature & Wildlife Show – Free Family Fun at Convention Hall
Free nature show for children with Steve Serwatka.
Steve Serwatka is a self supporting animal rehabilitator for the state of New Jersey.
7:30pm at Cape May Convention Hall located at 714 Beach Avenue.
Free fun for the whole family, no need to call ahead!

Communion at the Cove

Communion at the Cove

8AM at the Cove Pavilion located at Beach & 2nd Avenues

“Come worship in God’s creation at the Cove. Morning worship with communion”

Sponsored by the Cape May United Methodist Church

MON, JULY 03

Free Music in the Park – Rotary Park Bandstand

Mainliners Chorus – 7pm

400 Lafayette Street
Bring a beach chair to enjoy the music!

TUE, JULY 04

Free Music in the Park – Rotary Park Bandstand

Congress Street Brass Band – 7pm

400 Lafayette Street
Bring a beach chair to enjoy the music!

Magic Show – Free Family Fun at Convention Hall

Free Magic Show for children & families with magician Rich Lessig.
7pm at Cape May Convention Hall located at 714 Beach Avenue.
Free fun for the whole family, no need to call ahead!

Fireworks Extravaganza

Congress Street Beach – 9pm

Congress Hall Picnic & Lobster Bake July 4th

July 4th Picnic & Lobster Bake

July 4th

3:00pm – 9:30pmCONGRESS HALL

JULY 4TH PICNIC & LOBSTER BAKE

PATRIOTIC CELEBRATION 3pm – 9:30pm

Enjoy all of Congress Hall’s Fourth of July celebrations; The Pinnacle of Independence Weekend!

Join us today starting at 3pm for our Patriotic Celebration with BBQ , Lobster Bake and All Festivities!  Rain or Shine!

Complimentary children’s games on the lawn
3:00pm-5:00pm

All-American Picnic 
4:00pm-8:00pm
Call 609-884-6542 to reserve.

Carnival Games, Face Painting, and Balloon Twisting
5:00pm–9:00pm

Lobster Bake
6:45pm
Call 609-884-6542 to reserve.

Entertainment on the Veranda:

Franny Smith and the Atlantic City Jazz Band
Sing-a-Long with the Congress Hall Festival Choir

Fireworks to follow the performance by the Festival Cho

Father’s Day …A Time to Remember at the Jersey Shore

Father’s Day …A Time to Remember at the Jersey Shore

Blogging from My Boat in Cape May – Father’s Day

Father’s day comes but once a year to celebrate your love and support of your Father and recognize your relationship and support.  Many families will celebrate at the Jersey Shore with cookouts, fishing trips with their Dads and enjoy a well prepared family breakfast with Dad.

Many family members have lost their father early on in life, never having the complete cycle of life with their father from childhood in  their own adult years. Although I lost my Dad suddenly at an earlier age, I am fortunate to have a relationship with my oldest brother, who supported me guided me throughout my life as both a brother and father.  I am also fortunate to have spent the time with my Dad during my earlier years under his love and guidance.

This year for Father Day while walking our pup, we were fortunate to meet our neighbor Jim with his newborn two year son, clad in a diaper only happily kicking and pulling with a tug of war of his feet with his Dad. This new cycle of fatherhood has started for Jim and he will be the lighthouse  for his son as he grows into the world.

 

When I think of a father, it reminds me of an image of a Lighthouse at the Shore. As a sailor you always can see the lighthouse from the distance providing navigation and warning in the same way your father does to keep you out of the potential perils of life.  Lighthouse’s are unmovable permanent fixtures, and stand strong against Northeaster’s, fog and Hurricanes yet remain stable and secure providing a beacon of hope for any lost souls at sea.

 

Much like Dad’s that are always there for you in the most difficult times in your life,  they provide guidance and security and you always know the spot to come to gain a trun bearing in life. During summer months the Lighthouse stays in the background at all times, a steady sentinel always ready for support, but always  in the background overlooking fair weather and the good times of life while on the lookout for inclement weather.

 

If you have ever lost course offshore on the ocean, or in life and your panicked to find direction of the horizon and home, you scan the sea looking for landmarks to gain your bearings. From a far distance over the rolling gray waves you can spot the tip of the light, and suddenly you panic calms to reassurance you are pointed towards land and headed on a true course home.  

 

Fathers offer this same steadfast direction as a beacon in your life. They set examples and lessons as a child and these life long beacons stay with you to help navigate the course of a lifetime.

Cape May Father’s Day Things To Do

Looking for Things to do for Father’s Day in Cape May NJ

The best part of the start of summer in Cape May is celebrating Father’s Day weekend at the Jersey shore with Dad. Here’s our brief list of things to do for Father’s Day in Cape May. Spend a day fishing with Dad at the Jersey Shore, or go Dolphin of Whale Watching for the Father’s Day weekend.

Cape May Whale and Dolphin Watching

Deals on Cape May Whale and Dolphin Watching

  • Spend a day at the beach, take Dad to the beach in Cape May and enjoy a carefree day relaxing in the summer sun.
  • Go on a fishing trip with Dad in Cape May. You can head over to South Jersey Marina and charter a full day of fishing or go on a harbor cruise with the Cape May Tiny Cruise. The Cape May Lady has (2) 4 hour half day fishing trips to take Dad on a fishing trip. The Cape May Lady is offering a 10% discount for all tickers placed on line with discount code CAPEMAY RESORT
  • Take Dad on a Dolphin and Whale Watching trip for the day. This special Father’s Day event includes a day on the water, while enjoying a off shore sea side trip. The Cape May Whale Watcher located at the Miss Chris Marina offers three trips per day, including an early morning trip, 1PM trip and a sunset diner cruise. You can save 10% for all Dolphin and Whale watching trips here by using the discount code CAPEMAYRESORT and ordering your tickets on line for Fathers Day
  • Enjoy a day in Cape May Point and climb the Cape May Lighthouse for a panoramic view of Cape May Point.

Go Fishing in Cape May with Dad on the Cape May Lady

Whether you have sons or daughters, this activity is perfect because it is what dad has always wanted to do. You don’t have to worry about fishing poles or a tackle box because of course your husband has that stored away in the garage somewhere just waiting to be used. He will be delighted at the idea that you and the kids want to go fishing with him. You might have to dig some worms up in the back yard, but just grin and bear it because it’s all about dad today. You can get a special discount here and save 10% for Fathers Day

Go to a NJ BEACH

Everyone loves a great day at the beach and there are so many in NJ you’re bound to find one that’s perfect for you and your family. Bring along the fixings for a picnic and let dad choose some games to bring along as well. Sometimes big, grand plans can be overwhelming; a relaxing Father’s Day on the beach is just what dad needs.

Go on a hike

Get your sneakers on and get moving with the family. A hike is one of the perfect things to do with dad this year. Bonding with one another as well as the nature around you will definitely be a good Father’s Day activity. Let dad choose the trail you hike on and have some fun while you’re doing it. You’re in no rush so take your time and enjoy the nice weather.

Cape May Restaurant Week 2017

Cape May Restaurant Week June 4-11 2017

Our eight-day event that takes place every June. Enjoy lunch and dinner menus at a fixed price and discover new favorites.

This year, 2017, marks the tenth Cape May Restaurant Week! The event has run annually since its inception in 2007. The first year, there was both a spring and fall eight-day event, but since many of the area restaurants close mid-week during the off-season, we made the decision to host Cape May Restaurant Week once a year. It takes place the first week of June.

The event features three-course dinner menus that range from $25 to $35 per person and include an appetizer, entree, and dessert. Two-course lunch menus are available at select restaurants. Prices do not include tax, beverage, or gratuity.

We launched Cape May Restaurant Weekend in 2015. This four-day weekend event takes place in November and offers fixed-price dinner menus for $35.

Cape May Restaurant Week is run by the creative team at Cape Publishing and is sponsored by its sister brands CapeMay.com and Cape May Magazine.

Participating Restaurants Cape May Restaurant Week

Please see individual restaurant pages for hours, menus, and reservations.

ALEATHEA’S

Located across from the ocean in the Inn of Cape May. Enjoy a cocktail on our porch rocker before dinner and watch the world go by.

BLUE PIG TAVERN

Beloved by locals and visitors alike, there is no better place to enjoy classic American comfort food.

CARNEY’S

Fun, food, and drink! Serving Cape May since 1979.

EBBITT ROOM

The Ebbitt Room is strongly rooted in a farm-to-table, farm-to-glass dining philosophy.

FINS BAR AND GRILL

Farm to Table fresh Land and Sea Cuisine with a Cool New Vibe sure to please all ages. Be sure to check out our beautiful fish tanks and live entertainment line-up.

GOOD EARTH ORGANIC EATERY

An all-organic, farm-to-table eatery that proudly prepares seasonal, from-scratch, nourishing cuisine. Vegan and fresh fish.

IRON PIER CRAFT HOUSE

Cape May’s only gastropub featuring an innovative and unique sharing, tapas, and sushi menu.

LOBSTER HOUSE

The Lobster House has proudly provided guests a variety of dining experiences for over four generations.

LOUISA’S CAFE

Cape May’s original farm-to-table, serving fresh fish and locally grown produce. We are cash only.

MAD BATTER

Casual American family restaurant, serving breakfast, lunch, dinner, and cocktails daily.

MARIE NICOLE’S

A seashore favorite for years, offering fresh seafood, pasta, steaks & martinis

MERION INN

1885 restaurant and bar in the heart of the Historic District famous for regional seafood specialties, sizzling steaks, classic cocktails and live piano music.

PANICOS BISTRO

Mediterranean cuisine, Italian and Greek flare, brick oven pizza, homemade pasta, seafood, and vegetarian options.

RUSTY NAIL

Casual American Bar and Grille with a classic seaside menu.

SAPORE ITALIANO

Fine dining offering the best-quality traditional Italian dishes.

SEASALT RESTAURANT

Eclectic seafood, relaxed yet refined, inspired by the ocean just steps away.

THAT’S AMORE

Rustic Italian favorites in an elegant and upscale environment.

THE YB

Entice your tastebuds with intriguing, fresh takes on Modern American cuisine with a Mediterranean and Asian influence.

TISHA’S

Contemporary New American Cuisine. Outside dining with pet-friendly patio.

UNION PARK RESTAURANT

Across from the ocean, this elegant dining room serves classic American food with a special touch.

WASHINGTON INN

Delicious food served in a picturesque Cape May plantation house.

Beach Plum Farm in Cape May New Jersey

Visit a working Farm in Cape May, the Beach Plum Farm, Kitchen and Open Market

Looking for Something to Do in Cape May? Visit a Local Farm Stand or Market
Cape May Summer Farm Stands – Farm Fresh to Your Table
Shopping at a local farm stand in Cape May is the easiest way to eat Cape May local produce and support our farmers. Within a short drive in Cape May there are many local farm stands located in Cape May ,West Cape May, Cape May Courthouse and Lower Township. You can also plan a shopping market visit by visiting the local farmers market at the Cape May Ferry, West Cape May or Lower Township’s markets.  We recently toured the Beach Plum Farm which is now open to the public to pick up some fresh product for our week end.
Beach Plum Farm in Cape May NJ
The Beach Plum Farm is a complete  62-acre farm with beautiful grounds and picnic tables neatly placed among the herb and flower gardens. This unique spot will spoil you with farm fresh product and eggs. This unique venue is a great day visit spot for children and families as you can feed the chickens, or take a longer walk into the working part of the farm to view the pigs and chickens in a natural state. You can also bring your well-behaved dog for the visit, which must remain leashed at all times due to the local chicken population enjoying free range.

Local Farm Fresh Quality from the Beach Plum Farm

The Ebbitt Room, Blue Pig Tavern and Rusty Nail are all served by the farm, which is less than 2 miles away from the restaurants. The farm is complimented with a Farm Fresh Market and Kitchen which is open for lunch, including special events and dinners. You can check for special events, get directions to the Beach Plum Farm at the following link here.
Kitchen, Farm & Market Open Thurs & Fri-8am-3pm. Sat 8am-5pm. Sun: 8am-3pm. Memorial

Day Mon: 8am-5pm

Directions to the Beach Plum Farm can be found here at the following link

IT’S EASY TO FIND US. Cape May is easily accessible from the Garden State Parkway and the Cape May-Lewes Ferry. The farm is located just 2 miles from the Cape May historic district.
140 Stevens St, West Cape May, NJ 08204

Movie Theaters Near Cape May NJ

Where to go to the Movies Theater in Cape May County

Are you looking for local movie times and movie theaters in Cape May, NJ? Find the movies showing at theaters near you and buy movie tickets on advance. You can visit the Frank Theatre in Rio Grande NJ which is a short drive from Cape May. As a second option take a quick ride up the Garden State Parkway and visit the newly renovated Harbor Square Movie Theater in Stone Harbor New Jersey.

Visit the Frank Theater Rio Grand NJ for current films. Or take a ride from Cape May NJ to Stone Harbor to enjoy the newly renovated Harbor Square Theater. You can enjoy a glass of wine or visit the burger bar at the Harbor Square Theater.

Frank Theaters – Rio Stadium 12 Longtime movie theater chain screening current films & offering standard concessions. View the current movie listing here

Located in: Rio Mall
Address: 3801 U.S. 9 #1, Rio Grande, NJ 08242
Phone: (609) 889-4799

Frank Theater Rio Grand NJ

Frank Theater Rio Grand NJ

Harbor Square Theater  is South Jersey’s premier movie theatre experience

Check coming attractions now at the Harbor Square Movie theater

STONE HARBOR — After months of renovation, Harbor Square Theatre opened its doors Friday, July 22 for the first time since Clinton Bunting and his partners acquired the property in January.

Harbor Square Theater

Harbor Square Theater

Ever dream of enjoying a full meal plus drinks at the movie theater? Introducing Harbor Burger Bar and its accompanying concession stand. Located within the same building as Harbor Square Theatre, it’s the best place to consume some food while simultaneously consuming a film.

What to expect

Enjoy a glass of wine with your movie at Harbor Burger Bar, or a filling meal. In addition to the full-scale restaurant that occupies the front of the building — complete with signage reminiscent of a vintage marquee — there’s a concession area at the theater with restaurant offerings right next to the candy and popcorn.

The new guy in town, Harbor Burger Bar is poised to become a mainstay, offering the complete “dinner and a movie” package. Customers can bring their food and drinks into the movie itself, but it’s worth hanging out at the bar or restaurant for a while, either before or after a show, or even if you’re not going to a show at all.

Food and drink

There’s an impressive tap list at Harbor Burger Bar — think Cape May IPA, Jack-O Traveler Pumpkin Ale, Goose Island IPA and seasonal Sam Adams — ranging from $5.50 to $7, with additional options available at the concession area for a 16- or 24-ounce draft (for $7 and $10).

The specialty cocktails, however, are worth indulging in, if only for their Hollywood-inspired names. From the Shirley Temple Black (Goslings Black Seal rum and Goslings ginger beer, topped with Maraschino liqueur for $10) and the Silver Screen Margarita (Patron Silver, Cointreau and fresh orange and lime juice with a touch of sour for $13), to the Saturday at the Movies Martini (Skyy cherry vodka, Triple Sec, fresh lemon and cranberry juice for $10), the cocktails offer a fun way to pay homage to classic Hollywood.

And while we love our movie theater popcorn, there’s no reason to limit yourself to the ordinary when you’re hitting the movies at Harbor Square Theatre. Check out the buffalo chicken eggrolls, fried pickles or mozzarella wedges for some small bites, or go for a burger. It’s not called a burger bar for nothing, offering at least eight options from the Bleu-Rugula to the Cali burger.

 

Cape May School of Birding

New Jersey Audubon Is Committed to Providing the Best Natural History and
Environment-Based Education and Recreation for All Ages and Levels of Expertise. 

Cape May School of Birding

Want to really take your birding skills to the next level? Check out our Cape May School of Birding offerings and join the best field birders in the world for an experience you’ll never forget!

For program registration information,
click the Center Calendar links listed on the left menu.

For more information about using the Online Calendar features, click here.

WORKSHOPS IN THE BIRDING CAPITAL OF NORTH AMERICA!

These workshops are a fun and attentive way to visit one of the best birding and natural history places on the planet. From our cadre of in-depth birding excursions to a celebration of butterflies, dragonflies, and all things wild, you’re sure to find an offering that catches your eye. All of our workshops are led by experts in their field: world-class birders and naturalists that have often written the guides we all rely on. Our intimate approach to enjoyment and teaching will provide the opportunity and information you need to grow in understanding and appreciation – the leader-to-participant ratio is 12:1 or better. While the majority of time is spent in the field watching birds and nature, some of the workshops will incorporate an indoor session – a chance to demonstrate and discuss identification, techniques, conservation, and ecology. Along the way, you’ll meet like-minded people and are sure to form lasting memories and friendships. From beginner to advanced, all are welcome! All the while, your registration fees are helping support the mission of New Jersey Audubon’s Cape May Bird Observatory.

CLICK HERE FOR UPCOMING WORKSHOPS AND REGISTRATION

Details and descriptions of all our preregistration programs are available on the registration site (workshops in blue and field trips in brown).  All workshops require advance registration, and the number of participants is limited to ensure the best experience. Upon completion of registration, you will receive a confirmation email that also contains attached details and directions – please look all the materials over and retain for your records. Sign up early to secure your spot!

NEW JERSEY AUDUBON AND CAPE MAY BIRD OBSERVATORY MEMBERS RECEIVE A 25% DISCOUNT ON ALL WORKSHOPS AND SPECIAL FIELD TRIPS – please make sure to indicate you are a current member at registration checkout. Not a member – join now at FeatherEdge Optics, by contacting the Program Registrar at 609.400.3864, or in person at the nearest NJA center.

City of Cape May to Hold Memorial Day Ceremony, May 29

CAPE MAY – The City of Cape May in conjunction with the American Legion Harry Snyder Post 193 and VFW Post 386 will conduct a Memorial Day Ceremony May 29, 2017 beginning at 11 a.m. in Cape May Convention Hall.

The ceremony at Convention Hall will be preceded by wreath laying observances county-wide including those in Cape May at the U.S. Coast Guard Training Center and the All Wars Monument on Columbia Avenue.  Immediately following the ceremony at approximately 11:45 a.m. the United States Coast Guard Training Center Cape May detachments will participate with Flotilla 8-2 of the U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary in presenting the Rifle Salute and launching of the flower boat from Gurney Street Beach.

The public is encouraged to attend these ceremonies to honor our military veterans.

For additional information, visit discovercapemaynj.com, email recdept@capemaycity.com or call at 609-884-9565. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/capemaycity and follow us on Twitter@capemaycity.