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Celebrating 21 Years<br />
As The Happy Face Of Cool Cape May<br />
EXIT ZERO<br />
cape may’s peppy periodical • february 8, 2024 • volume 22, number 1<br />
Exit Zero’s 18th Annual Burns Supper returned to Ferry Park on Saturday, January 27. Guests enjoyed an evening of music, whisky and tradition —<br />
plus the Scottish accent contest. Mike, Jared, Tim, Carly and Jenn cheered on Samantha, who took home second place. More inside. Aleksey Moryakov
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2/2 & 2/3: Behr Brewing Turns Two Years Old<br />
Michael Flanigan Owners Cat and Steve Wilson Judy, Marty<br />
Ashley, Ethan Carl, Kathy Keith, Jen<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 3
2/2 & 2/3: Behr Brewing Turns Two Years Old<br />
Scott, Donna Lisa, Andy Carl, Lex<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />
Fine Dining | Dinner from 5pm Thu-Sun | Reservations Required<br />
413 South Broadway, Cape May | 609-849-9255 | granabyob.com<br />
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Valentine’s Day<br />
4-Course Menu<br />
February 8-19<br />
A la carte also available<br />
Grana BYOB was a dream of executive<br />
chef/owner Carl Messick. The 68-seat<br />
restaurant utilizes local & seasonal<br />
ingredients to produce dishes including<br />
Blackened Swordfish-N-Grits,<br />
Pan-Seared Scallops, Roasted Duck Breast.
A Cape May<br />
Classic<br />
live music<br />
10pm-1am<br />
THU, FEB 8 - Stay<br />
FRI, FEB 9 - High Five Swan Dive<br />
SAT, FEB 10 - Kingsley<br />
OPEN DAILY FOR INSIDE AND OUTSIDE DINING<br />
All Your Favorite Mug Dishes!<br />
426 WASHINGTON STREET • 609-884-3459 Follow us on Facebook<br />
OPEN DAILY + YEAR-ROUND FOR OUTDOOR,<br />
INDOOR SEATING, AND CURBSIDE PICKUP<br />
FROM 11AM to 12AM!<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 5
New Jersey<br />
SAFE PASSING LAW<br />
Effective March 1, 2022<br />
Create safer conditions for bicyclists & pedestrians on NJ roads!<br />
FOLLOW THE RULES...<br />
1<br />
Move over one lane to<br />
allow for extra space<br />
when possible & safe to<br />
do so.<br />
2<br />
If moving is not possible,<br />
driver must allow<br />
4 feet of space while<br />
approaching/passing.<br />
3<br />
If neither is possible,<br />
reduce speed to 25 mph<br />
& be prepared to stop<br />
if necessary.<br />
4 ft.<br />
YOU have the power<br />
to keep them SAFE.<br />
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2/2 & 2/3: Behr<br />
Brewing Turns Two<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />
Kate, Michelle, Sharon<br />
Open Daily<br />
11:30-10<br />
HAPPY<br />
HOUR<br />
Daily Specials 3-6pm<br />
Monday<br />
Wing Night 3-10pm<br />
$3 Coors lite & Bud lite drafts<br />
Tuesday<br />
$8 Chicken Tinga Tacos<br />
$8 Margaritas $4 Coronas<br />
Wednesday<br />
Half price appetizer menu<br />
$8 Cosmos $6 Craft beers<br />
Thursday<br />
Half price pizza<br />
$8 Poco Diablo<br />
$3 Domestic beers<br />
Friday<br />
$10 Mussels & Frites<br />
Half price wine by the bottle<br />
3729 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />
609-889-7000 • 5WestPub.com<br />
Want to be seen by<br />
thousands of locals &<br />
visitors each week?<br />
Tom, Chris, Eileen, Lisa, Colleen<br />
Peg, Mary, Jim<br />
Advertise in Exit Zero!<br />
609-770-8479<br />
info@exitzero.com<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 7
It’s Our 21st Anniversary Year!<br />
There are lots of different ways to celebrate with us... read this page for all the groovy details<br />
ABOUT EXIT ZERO<br />
Editor & Publisher Jack Wright<br />
jack@exitzero.com<br />
General Manager Katie Palombaro<br />
katie@exitzero.com<br />
Digital Manager Kayla Jordan<br />
kayla@exitzero.com<br />
Content Manager Nicole James<br />
nicole@exitzero.com<br />
Photographer Aleksey Moryakov<br />
photo@exitzero.com<br />
For more information<br />
609-770-8479 / info@exitzero.com<br />
Website exitzero.com<br />
Every Thursday, Exit Zero magazine<br />
is delivered to around 300<br />
establishments in the area. But<br />
you can get a jump on it by reading<br />
online every Tuesday morning!<br />
We also operate a restaurant and<br />
retail store, located at 110 Sunset<br />
Boulevard on the beautiful Cape<br />
Island. You can have Exit Zero<br />
delivered first-class every week for<br />
$120 annually. Or if you want to<br />
order a particular issue(s), please visit<br />
exitzero.store/publications.<br />
Play Our Famous<br />
Clipart Contest!<br />
«In every issue, we are concealing a<br />
birthday cake in an ad. Can you find<br />
it? Enter by filling out the form at<br />
exitzero.com/clipart. Entries must be<br />
sent by February 15. Winner gets a<br />
$21 gift card! The winner’s name will<br />
be posted on our Facebook page each<br />
Thursday. Happy hunting, and here’s<br />
the exact size of the image!<br />
Save Money On The<br />
21st Of Every Month!<br />
«Call us crazy, but we are offering a<br />
21% DISCOUNT to everything in our<br />
restaurant and retail store (including<br />
online!) on the 21st of EVERY MONTH<br />
during 2024. This will also apply to<br />
our online store! Why? Well, because<br />
we’re 21 years old this year, and we<br />
want the whole world to know... and<br />
to celebrate along with us!<br />
If You Turn 21,<br />
Celebrate With Us!<br />
«If you’re reading this page,<br />
you know that Exit Zero is 21 this<br />
year. Now we want to hear from<br />
anyone else who is 21 this year.<br />
Why? Because if you are turning 21<br />
this year, just bring in your driver’s<br />
license or any other proof of age, and<br />
get a $21 gift card to spend at our<br />
restaurant or retail store!<br />
FLASHBACK TO THE FIRST YEAR OF EXIT ZERO... A RAINY MONDAY, JULY 14, 2003<br />
TO ADVERTISE<br />
Krysiek Dumbel from Stumpo’s<br />
Sisters Chelsea and Erin Kirk,<br />
both from The Water’s Edge<br />
Pat Donato from The Original<br />
Fudge Kitchen<br />
«This magazine is funded entirely<br />
through advertising, so please<br />
support the advertisers featured in<br />
these pages... they’re the best of the<br />
best! If you’re interested in becoming<br />
an advertiser, we offer very<br />
affordable packages. To learn more,<br />
give us a holler on 609-770-8479 or<br />
write to us at info@exitzero.com.<br />
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MagicBrain CyberCafe’s Drew Robinson, Andreana Karadas, Heather Wright<br />
Tom Sudzina from PA
Romantic Seaside Getaway<br />
9 Luxr Guest Rooms<br />
Sering Dinner<br />
beginning at 5pm<br />
Thursday - Sunday<br />
RESERVATIONS REQUIRED<br />
Live Piano Satrday Evenings<br />
1301 Beach Avenue ǀ Cape May ǀ 609.884.9090<br />
WWW.PETERSHIELDSINN.COM<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 9
CAPE MAY RADIO<br />
WCFA 101.5 FM<br />
is Cape May’s community<br />
radio station, owned and<br />
operated by the 501(c)(3)<br />
non-profit Center for<br />
Community Arts located in<br />
Cape May, New Jersey.<br />
2/2 & 2/3: Behr<br />
Brewing Turns Two<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />
Sandy and friends<br />
WCFA features music and<br />
conversation, community<br />
storytelling, and local affairs<br />
programs, all produced and<br />
hosted by volunteers.<br />
Bucket Brigade<br />
Broadcasting to southern<br />
Cape May County & streaming<br />
around the world at<br />
capemayradio.org<br />
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BG, Kathleen, Bonnie, Jeff
2/2 & 2/3: Behr<br />
Brewing Turns Two<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />
Bill, Tom<br />
Kate, Zack, Collen, Dan<br />
Cape May Diamond social club<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 11
Where We’re Eating<br />
Here’s what the EZ team were chowing on this week<br />
STOP BY FOR A<br />
POUR AT THE SHORE!<br />
CAPEMAYBREWERY.COM<br />
@CAPEMAYBREWCO | 609.849.9933<br />
Uncle Bill’s<br />
See you in the spring!<br />
BEACH & PERRY, CAPE MAY<br />
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Every week, the Exit Zero crew goes for lunch (or dinner or,<br />
maybe even on occasion, breakfast) at one of Cape May’s excellent<br />
dining establishments. Then we give you the skinny on<br />
what we ate, what we talked about (or some of what we talked<br />
about), who spat their drink from laughing too hard, who served<br />
us, who we bumped into and, you know, the general lay of the land.<br />
The place: Primal Cape May on Beach Avenue right across the<br />
street from Taco Caballito and next to the Beach Arcade.<br />
The vibe: When you step inside Primal, you’re greeted with a view<br />
into their open kitchen where all the magic happens, plus a case packed<br />
with their steak, including tomahawks, ribeyes and filets. The restaurant<br />
offers an intimate dining experience with its dim lighting and<br />
smaller space. The restaurant is BYOB so bottles of wine sat on nearly<br />
every table we passed while heading to our table — right by the windows,<br />
offering an outstanding ocean view. When booking, you have the<br />
choice of ocean or kitchen seating, so keep that in mind when planning<br />
your evening.<br />
The food: Dan and Nicole were celebrating their anniversary and<br />
we didn’t hold back when ordering. It was also our first time dining at<br />
Primal, so we wanted to try everything. They served us fresh bread to<br />
get the evening started with olive oil and pesto dipping oils. We then<br />
started with the Burrata, which came with prosciutto, crostini, and<br />
balsamic pearls. Then we also had to have the Pork Belly in a Korean<br />
BBQ sauce. Both were delicious and we were then served a complimentary<br />
house salad before we dug into our main course. Dan went for<br />
the Barrel-cut ribeye and Nicole enjoyed the filet — both with the garlic-peppercorn<br />
sauce. Primal’s sides are served A la carte and we shared<br />
creamed spinach and truffle Yukon mashed potatoes... some of the best<br />
mashed potatoes Nicole has ever had. Just when we thought we couldn’t<br />
squeeze in another bite, a complimentary dessert hit the table — a rich<br />
and decadent chocolate mousse and fruit plate. We can’t say no to that.<br />
It was just the right amount of sweetness to close out the night.<br />
The takeaway: Primal is a great spot to celebrate a special occasion<br />
and should be planned ahead of time. The price reflects the quality<br />
of your meal, and it was well worth it. They start taking reservations<br />
exactly nine days in advance at 12am on Resy. Primal sells out quickly<br />
so stay on top of the bookings for your next night out.
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 13
2/2 & 2/3: Behr Brewing Turns Two Years Old<br />
Joe, Jamie Doc, Marie Marianne, Diane<br />
Ken, Darlene Dang, Andrew Toni, Trish<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />
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NEW JERSEY’S PREMIER<br />
FARM-TO-BOTTLE DISTILLERY<br />
Tours · Cocktails · Live Music · Spirits · Gifts<br />
THU-SAT 12-10pm<br />
SUN 12-8pm<br />
Join us Sunday, February 11 for the Big Game<br />
Matt’s food truck until half time<br />
& gift card giveaway for one lucky winner!<br />
Valentine’s day spirits<br />
Available all of February<br />
· My Bloody Valentine<br />
· Love Potion<br />
· Hibiscus Heartthrob<br />
· Latte love<br />
916 Shunpike Road, North Cape May · 609-770-3381 · Nautispirits.com · @nautispirits<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 15
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2/2 & 2/3: Behr Brewing Turns Two Years Old<br />
David, Kurt Katie, Tony Cuz Ray, Cheryl<br />
Cindy, Evan Kelly, Denis Mary, Tom<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV... TO ORDER PRINTS, PLEASE EMAIL PHOTO@EXITZERO.COM<br />
Adored by<br />
Loved by<br />
Visitors...<br />
Locals!<br />
CLOSED FOR THE SEASON<br />
Thank you to our loyal customers!<br />
See you in February.<br />
Beach & Grant 609-884-3772<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 17
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SOME<br />
THING<br />
VERY EXCITING<br />
IS HAPPENING<br />
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THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE<br />
What You Need To<br />
Know About The<br />
Food And The Vibe<br />
Meals<br />
Served<br />
Price Of<br />
Entrées<br />
Bar Or<br />
BYOB?<br />
Should I<br />
Book?<br />
Food For<br />
Kids?<br />
Other<br />
Details<br />
BEACH PLUM BAKERY AND CAFE<br />
484 W. Perry Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 770-8261<br />
www.caperesorts.com<br />
Enjoy fresh, farm-to-table bakery items along with<br />
La Colombe coffee drinks. Start the morning with<br />
delicious sweet breads, muffins, scones and cookies.<br />
Coffee &<br />
Snacks<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
N/A NO YES<br />
H<br />
b<br />
U<br />
BEACH PLUM FARM<br />
140 Stevens Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 602-0128<br />
www.beachplumfarmcapemay.com<br />
Enjoy the quiet beauty of this 62-acre farm in West<br />
Cape May and then indulge in the farm-to-table<br />
treats for breakfast or lunch. The soups, salads,<br />
sandwiches and juices are excellent.<br />
B, L, D<br />
VARIES<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
u b<br />
U<br />
THE BLACK DUCK<br />
1 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May<br />
(609) 898-0100<br />
www.blackduckonsunset.com<br />
A chic interior, with excellent modern American<br />
cuisine. Now under new owners, but Larry and Ashley<br />
are retaining the menu favorites established under<br />
previous owner Chris.<br />
D<br />
$16-$54<br />
Cards: V,<br />
MC<br />
BYOB YES NO<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
THE BLUE PIG TAVERN<br />
200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-8422<br />
www.caperesorts.com/bluepigtavern<br />
Check out why Congress Hall’s restaurant is a favorite<br />
of locals as well as hotel guests. They serve classic<br />
tavern food for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a<br />
choice of indoor and outdoor dining.<br />
B, L, D<br />
$17-$36<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR YES YES<br />
u b<br />
U<br />
THE BOILER ROOM<br />
200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-8421<br />
www.caperesorts.com/boilerroom<br />
The Boiler Room has a chic industrial vibe with<br />
exposed brickwork, stainless steel table tops and a<br />
dance floor that’s often bopping. Feast upon brickoven<br />
pizza with draft beers.<br />
L, D<br />
$10-$16<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR YES YES u<br />
THE BROWN ROOM<br />
200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-8422<br />
www.caperesorts.com/brownroom<br />
CAPE MAY FISH MARKET<br />
408 Washington Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 770-3790<br />
capemayfishmarket.com<br />
CAPE MAY GRILLED CHEESE<br />
315 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 305-4276<br />
capemaygc.com<br />
Congress Hall’s lounge got a very groovy, very sexy<br />
renovation. The bar was enlarged (and moved) and<br />
there are all sorts of seating nooks from which to<br />
enjoy great drinks and a great vibe.<br />
Comfy joint in the middle of the mall, featuring a raw<br />
bar, surf-n-turf entrées, sandwiches and burgers, plus<br />
outside tables for some great people-watching!<br />
Enjoy a fun and creative twist on an age-old favorite.<br />
From wild combinations, to classic ingredients, there’s<br />
plenty you’ll want to try when you visit.<br />
Bar Menu<br />
and<br />
Cocktails<br />
L, D<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$12-$36<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO NO u<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
b<br />
H<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
THE CRICKET CLUB<br />
106 Decatur Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 888-6095<br />
capemaycricketclub.com<br />
The Kulkowitz family’s latest culinary adventure.<br />
They’re bringing a new vibe to the Cape May dining<br />
scene with menu featuring local food with global<br />
flavors.<br />
D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR YES NO u b<br />
DELANEY’S IRISH PUB & GRILL<br />
400 Washington Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 770-8559<br />
www.delaneyscapemay.com<br />
As you’d expect of an Irish pub, this is the place to get<br />
Guinness and good pub grub. The burgers and meat<br />
pies have been receiving rave reviews.<br />
L, D<br />
$12-$25<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
b<br />
H<br />
DOCKSIDE DAVE’S<br />
458 W Perry Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 770-8923<br />
www.docksidedavesnj.com<br />
Family owned and operated offering fresh seafood,<br />
sandwiches, snacks, dinner platters and party trays for<br />
your next event. Keep an eye out for their food truck<br />
— schedule can be found on their website.<br />
L, D<br />
$6-$20<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
u<br />
H U<br />
KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />
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Be a Part of<br />
Exit Zero<br />
GREATEST HITS BOOK<br />
COMING THIS SUMMER A pictorial history of Cape May life<br />
from the Exit Zero archives — 600 pages & thousands of images!<br />
• We’re sharing our favorite memories years in a fabulous,<br />
HUGE collector’s book!<br />
• Here’s your chance to share YOUR memories with a personalized<br />
message included in the book (actual size examples below)<br />
THE JACKSON FAMILY<br />
Our happy place!<br />
Looking forward to<br />
many more decades in<br />
beautiful Cape May with<br />
our growing family.<br />
— Emily & John<br />
NANA AND POP SMITH<br />
Thank you for sharing<br />
your second home and<br />
making a lifetime of<br />
memories with all 12<br />
grandchildren. We love<br />
Smith Summers!<br />
JOE WILLIAMS<br />
Enjoying ice cream at<br />
Cove Beach, the best<br />
sunsets, happy hours<br />
with old (and new)<br />
friends at Exit Zero<br />
since 1984.<br />
$150 gets you a preordered copy of the book and your personalized message.<br />
(The book itself will retail for $49.50)<br />
Order online at exitzero.store<br />
February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 21
THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE<br />
What You Need To<br />
Know About The<br />
Food And The Vibe<br />
Meals<br />
Served<br />
Price Of<br />
Entrées<br />
Bar Or<br />
BYOB?<br />
Should I<br />
Book?<br />
Food For<br />
Kids?<br />
DOGTOOTH<br />
100 East Taylor Avenue, Wildwood<br />
(609) 522-8383<br />
www.dogtoothbar.com<br />
THE EBBITT ROOM<br />
25 Jackson Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-5700<br />
www.caperesorts.com/ebbittroom<br />
EL PUEBLO TAQUERIA<br />
3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />
(609) 600-3793<br />
www.elpueblotaqueria.com<br />
E. M. HEMINGWAY’S<br />
1045 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-5611<br />
www.hemingwayscapemay.com<br />
EXIT ZERO FILLING STATION<br />
110 Sunset Boulevard, Cape May<br />
(609) 770-8479<br />
www.exitzero.com<br />
FINS BAR & GRILLE<br />
142 Decatur Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-3449<br />
www.finscapemay.com<br />
5 WEST PUB<br />
3729 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />
(609) 889-7000<br />
www.5westpub.com<br />
FOUNDER’S GRUB & PUB<br />
3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />
(609) 729-3700<br />
www.moreyspiers.com<br />
410 BANK STREET<br />
410 Bank Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-2127<br />
www.c410bankstreet.com<br />
GEORGE’S PLACE<br />
3001 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-6088<br />
www.kararestaurantgroup.com<br />
GOLDEN STOP<br />
120 Park Boulevard, Cape May<br />
(609) 602-8830<br />
thegoldenstop.com<br />
Good food, good beer and great times! Stop in for<br />
happy hour to enjoy food and drink specials along<br />
with live music. And don’t forget to ask about their<br />
draft list for a cold one!<br />
Enjoy your meal on The Ebbitt Room porch,<br />
overlooking tree-lined Jackson Street, or take in the<br />
buzzy vibe of the dining room and bar.<br />
Located in North Cape May and their newest<br />
location on the Cape May beachfront, serving up<br />
affordable and authentic Mexican dishes made from<br />
only the freshest ingredients.<br />
Casual and family-friendly, E. M. Hemingway’s offers<br />
fine seafood, prime beef and excellent specials. All<br />
right across from the beachfront. Great place to<br />
watch sports, too.<br />
Thai and Indian food, plus there are some fun<br />
American dishes, too and great burgers. Enjoy drafts<br />
and cans from Cape May Brewing Co plus some<br />
seriously crafty cocktails.<br />
Inside, enjoy the exciting maritime-themed decor<br />
inside. Outside, you can enjoy eating out in the<br />
middle of Decatur Street, under the canopy.<br />
This hotspot is a gastropub from the owners of Tisha’s.<br />
Here you’ll enjoy the same high-quality food and<br />
high-quality service, in a relaxed atmosphere.<br />
Enjoy reimagined boardwalk classics in a family<br />
friendly outdoor atmosphere overlooking the<br />
Wildwood beaches and Mariner’s Pier.<br />
Enjoy French New Orleans cuisine with a Caribbean<br />
flair inside this historic 1840 Carriage house. Choose<br />
from seafood, steaks and other culinary creations from<br />
their carefully curated menu.<br />
This local legend of an eatery serves up their signature<br />
breakfast items, mouth-watering lunches and<br />
generous dinners all in a welcoming and relaxed<br />
environment.<br />
Local coffee house and organic juicery serving<br />
breakfast all day and baked goods. Check out their<br />
lunch specials offered daily and seasonal drinks<br />
through the year.<br />
L, D<br />
D<br />
L, D<br />
B, L, D<br />
L, D<br />
L, D<br />
L, D<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
B, L, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$28-$38<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$9-$16<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$15-$38<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$15-$29<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,AE, D<br />
$17-$37<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$6-$20<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$8-$27<br />
CASH ONLY<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
FULL BAR YES NO u<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
b<br />
H U<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
FULL BAR NO YES b H<br />
BYOB YES YES u<br />
BYOB NO YES b H<br />
B, L $5-$16 BYOB NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />
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2/2 & 2/3: Behr Brewing Turns Two Years Old<br />
PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />
Subliminal Message<br />
Cat, Behr and Steve Wilson<br />
Behr Book club<br />
Barb, Sandy, Greg<br />
Sharon, Doug, Chris, Steve<br />
David and friends<br />
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Know About The<br />
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Meals<br />
Served<br />
Price Of<br />
Entrées<br />
Bar Or<br />
BYOB?<br />
Should I<br />
Book?<br />
Food For<br />
Kids?<br />
GRANA BYOB<br />
413 S. Broadway, Cape May<br />
granabyob.com<br />
HARBOR VIEW<br />
954 Ocean Drive<br />
(609) 884-5444<br />
www.harborviewcapemay.com<br />
HARPOONS ON THE BAY<br />
91 Beach Drive, North Cape May<br />
(609) 886-5529<br />
www.harpoonsonthebay.com<br />
HARRY’S OCEAN BAR AND GRILLE<br />
1025 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-2779<br />
www.harryscapemay.com<br />
ICCARA ITALIAN BISTRO<br />
315 Ocean Street, #4, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-0200<br />
www.iccaracapemay.com<br />
JERSEY GIRL<br />
3601 Atlantic Avenue, Wildwood<br />
(609) 523-1800<br />
www.jerseygirlkitchen.com<br />
JOE’S FISH CO.<br />
2501 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />
(609) 729-3700<br />
www.moreyspiers.com<br />
Chef Carl Messick has taken over what was once<br />
Godmother’s and transformed it into a relaxed, finedining<br />
restaurant. Exquisite dishes featuring seasonal<br />
and sustainable ingredients.<br />
A locals’ favorite for a reason. There’s a Key West vibe,<br />
good food, regular entertainment, and the views are<br />
spectacular.<br />
A little slice of paradise on the bay, enjoy dishes<br />
with Caribbean flair, listen to a few jam bands and<br />
watch spectacular sunsets while sipping a cocktail or<br />
domestic draft.<br />
This year brings new ownership to the beachfront<br />
restaurant and bar. Rooftop dining, live music, fresh<br />
local seafood and signature orange crushes — the<br />
fun awaits!<br />
Just steps from the Washington Street Mall, Iccara<br />
Italian Bistro & Seafood brings you the fresh flavors of<br />
Italy in a charming, welcoming atmosphere.<br />
A Jersey Shore classic serving brunch and dinner.<br />
Visit their full bar mixing up specialty Jersey-themed<br />
cocktails, craft beer, and much more. Enjoy indoor<br />
and outdoor dining with an expanded patio.<br />
Offering fresh seafood and a variety of burgers,<br />
sandwiches, salads and apps. Make sure to grab a<br />
stool upstairs overlooking Surfside Pier and enjoy<br />
local craft beer and signature cocktails.<br />
D<br />
L, D<br />
Reopening<br />
in April<br />
B, L, D<br />
Reopening<br />
in March<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$6-$30<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
D, AE<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
D, AE<br />
$25-$39<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
D, AE<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
BYOB YES NO b<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
BYOB YES YES<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
FULL BAR NO YES b H<br />
FULL BAR NO YES b H<br />
THE LOBSTER HOUSE<br />
Fisherman’s Wharf, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-8296<br />
www.thelobsterhouse.com<br />
LOUISA’S CAFE<br />
104 Jackson Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-5882<br />
www.louisascapemay.com<br />
LUCKY BONES<br />
1200 Route 109, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-BONE<br />
www.luckybonesgrill.com<br />
MAD BATTER<br />
19 Jackson Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-5970<br />
www.madbatter.com<br />
Take-out, fish market, restaurant, raw bar, breakfast,<br />
dinner... The Lobster House has it all. Drinks on the<br />
Schooner American before dinner is a must-do Cape<br />
May experience.<br />
The menu features all regional fare including fish,<br />
vegetables, fruits and herbs from Beach Plum Farm<br />
and other New Jersey farms. They also offer some fun<br />
sweets next door at the Chocolate Shop.<br />
A huge hit and locals’ favorite for a reason. Excellent<br />
food (the thin-crust pizzas are excellent), great bar<br />
vibe and service. Lucky Bones gets it right every time.<br />
It’s the original fine dining restaurant in Cape May.<br />
The food is always creative and the breakfasts and<br />
brunches, hard to beat — hence the lines.<br />
L, D<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
B, L, D<br />
B, L, D<br />
$5-$48.50<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
CASH ONLY BYOB YES NO b H<br />
$6-$25<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$26-$37<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR<br />
For tables<br />
of eight or<br />
less<br />
YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
b<br />
H<br />
KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />
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Meals<br />
Served<br />
Price Of<br />
Entrées<br />
Bar Or<br />
BYOB?<br />
Should I<br />
Book?<br />
Food For<br />
Kids?<br />
MAGNOLIA ROOM<br />
301 Howard Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-8409<br />
www.chalfonte.com/the-magnolia-room<br />
Old-fashioned southern cuisine providing ultimate<br />
comfort inside the historic Chalfonte Hotel. Eat inside<br />
or on the veranda — there’s nothing more Southern<br />
than spending the evening in a rocking chair.<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR YES YES<br />
b<br />
H<br />
MARIO’S PIZZA<br />
Washington Commons<br />
(609) 884-0085<br />
www.mariosofcapemay.com<br />
Homemade specialties and secret sauces, from classic<br />
pizza (using homemade dough daily) to paninis, garlic<br />
knots and pasta dishes.<br />
L, D<br />
$6-$20<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
MAYER’S TAVERN<br />
894 3rd Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 435-5078<br />
www.mayerstavern.com<br />
The legendary harborfront dive bar reopened with<br />
a smart renovation undertaken by the Laudeman<br />
family. But the character remains, along with those<br />
fried scallops.<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
$15-$19<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
MUDHEN<br />
127 W. Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood<br />
(609) 846-7918<br />
www.mudhenbrew.com<br />
Sip on craft beers inside this rustic brewpub while<br />
enjoying delicious and casual fare including their<br />
BBQ smokehouse menu, juicy burgers and specialty<br />
mac-and-cheese dishes. Great outdoor space!<br />
L, D<br />
$14-$35<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
OCEAN SEVEN<br />
7 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-5555<br />
www.innofcapemay.com/ocean-7<br />
Located at the Inn of Cape May, stop in to enjoy<br />
breakfast, lunch and dinner paired with specialty<br />
cocktails.<br />
B, L, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
FULL BAR YES NO<br />
b<br />
U<br />
OCEAN VIEW<br />
Beach and Grant Avenues, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-3772<br />
www.oceanviewrestaurant.com<br />
A large and very reliable menu. Classic diner food,<br />
oversized portions, and very reasonably priced. A<br />
locals’ favorite for a reason.<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
$9-$30<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
OUT THERE COFFEE<br />
315 Ocean Street, Cape May<br />
www.outtherecoffee.com<br />
Start every morning with their home-roasted coffee,<br />
super-food lattes, gluten free baked goods and<br />
varieties of toasts and frozen drinks.<br />
Pastries,<br />
toast and<br />
snacks<br />
$5-$10<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
N/A NO YES<br />
b<br />
H U<br />
OYSTER BAY<br />
615 Lafayette Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-2111<br />
www.oysterbayrestaurant.com<br />
Eat in the lovely, airy dining room or in the adjoining<br />
bar area with a fun vibe. There’s also a daily bar<br />
menu, happy hour, great martinis and classic,<br />
generous dishes.<br />
D<br />
$12-$29<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR YES YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
PEACE PIE<br />
326 Carpenter’s Lane, Cape May<br />
(609) 435-5321<br />
www.peacepieworld.com<br />
Enjoy gourmet ice-cream sandwiches and signature<br />
Peace Pie squares made with your favorite flavors of<br />
ice cream.<br />
Dessert<br />
$6<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
N/A NO YES<br />
b<br />
H<br />
PETER SHIELDS INN<br />
1301 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-9090<br />
www.petershieldsinn.com<br />
The Georgian Revival mansion is magnificent and<br />
the modern American menu matches it all the way.<br />
Bring your own favorite wine for a singular dining<br />
experience on the beachfront.<br />
D<br />
$22-$39<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, D<br />
BYOB YES NO H<br />
PIER HOUSE<br />
1317 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 898-2244<br />
www.capemaylamer.com<br />
This chic, airy restaurant, steps from the beach, is<br />
housed in La Mer Beachfront Resort, serving up<br />
Mediterranean-influenced dishes. The patio is the<br />
perfect place to enjoy the ocean breezes.<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
$12-$48<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR YES YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />
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PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />
Bob, Tom<br />
Steve, Amy<br />
Lorraine, Pete<br />
The Girls<br />
George, Debbie, Danielle<br />
Sally, Topher<br />
Cathy, Susan<br />
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What You Need To<br />
Know About The<br />
Food And The Vibe<br />
Meals<br />
Served<br />
Price Of<br />
Entrées<br />
Bar Or<br />
BYOB?<br />
Should I<br />
Book?<br />
Food For<br />
Kids?<br />
PIGDOG BEACH BAR<br />
3501 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />
(609) 729-3700<br />
www.moreyspiers.com<br />
POPPI’S<br />
4709 New Jersey Avenue, Wildwood<br />
(609) 600-3964<br />
www.poppisbrickoven.com<br />
PROVENCE<br />
2 North Main Street, CM Court House<br />
(609) 884-4948<br />
www.provencecapemay.com<br />
QUINCY’S LOBSTER ROLLS<br />
320 Washington Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 600-3571<br />
www.quincysoriginal.com<br />
JESTER’S DIVE BAR<br />
3505 Route 9 South, Rio Grande<br />
(609) 889-2000<br />
www.jestersdivebar.com<br />
RUSTY NAIL<br />
205 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-0017<br />
www.caperesorts.com<br />
SAPORE ITALIANO<br />
416 South Broadway, West Cape May<br />
(609) 600-1422<br />
www.saporeitalianorestaurant.com<br />
SEASALT<br />
1035 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-7000<br />
www.capemayoceanclubhotel.com<br />
SHAMONE<br />
200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-8421<br />
www.kararestaurantgroup.com<br />
STUBBORN BROTHERS<br />
2701 Boardwalk, Wildwood<br />
(609) 729-3700<br />
www.moreyspiers.com<br />
TACO CABALLITO TEQUILERIA<br />
429 Beach Avenue, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-4800<br />
www. tacocaballitotequileria.com<br />
It’s family friendly, dog friendly and the best BBQ spot<br />
on the beach. The beach bar offers games for everyone<br />
to enjoy and serves up cool summer cocktails and a<br />
range of domestic and imports.<br />
Enjoy their old-world recipes in a relaxed atmosphere<br />
with rustic charm. They select the finest local ingredients<br />
for each dish and welcome your family to be a<br />
part of their family.<br />
Experience exquisite French cuisine that can only be<br />
described as a beautifully choreographed synergy of<br />
food, flavors and techniques, plated with undeniable<br />
flair and whimsy.<br />
Bringing a little taste of New England to Cape May.<br />
Indulge in classic lobster rolls, lobster salads, crab<br />
rolls and other quick-bite favorites at either of their<br />
locations including Beach Avenue.<br />
Owners Bill and Megan Bumbernick bring their restaurant<br />
chops from the Surfing Pig in North Wildwood.<br />
They’ve introduced an all new menu complete with<br />
cold beer, specialty drinks and good times.<br />
Beachfront dining at its coolest. Grab a spot in the<br />
sand, gather around the firepit, or sit at their indoor<br />
or outdoor bar while you feast on seriously good eats<br />
and drinks.<br />
Located in a magnificent Victorian mansion, with<br />
plenty of outdoor dining, and the food does it justice.<br />
Excellent Italian food and a lovely family-style<br />
ambience.<br />
Inspired by the ocean, and just steps away, this<br />
beachfront restaurant’s menu focuses on locally<br />
sourced seafood and signature craft cocktails.<br />
Take pleasure in an unlimited brunch or a 15-course<br />
tasting menu for dinner at Cape May’s only tapasstyle<br />
restaurant!<br />
This spot is great for the whole family to come eat,<br />
drink, laugh, and settle their family disputes. Enjoy<br />
ocean views, great food and ice-cold brews on the<br />
boardwalk.<br />
Enjoy this two-story, vibrant beachfront restaurant<br />
that offers authentic Mexican dishes and handcrafted<br />
margaritas made with artisanal tequilas.<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
L, D<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
B, L, D<br />
B, L, D<br />
D<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
$13-$29<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
b<br />
H U<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
BYOB YES NO u b<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
FULL BAR YES YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
BYOB YES YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
b<br />
H U<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
D CASH ONLY BYOB YES NO b<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
Reopening<br />
in February<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
$10-$18<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
FULL BAR NO YES<br />
b<br />
H<br />
b<br />
H U<br />
KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />
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Dorothy, Mal<br />
Mullock family and Jodi<br />
Joe, Sue<br />
Tom and Sue Carroll Patrick, Sara Joan, Amy Chris, Rose<br />
John, Toni<br />
Anthony, Bob, Barbara<br />
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What You Need To<br />
Know About The<br />
Food And The Vibe<br />
Meals<br />
Served<br />
Price Of<br />
Entrées<br />
Bar Or<br />
BYOB?<br />
Should I<br />
Book?<br />
Food For<br />
Kids?<br />
TISHA’S<br />
318 Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-9119<br />
www.tishasfinedining.com<br />
This local favorite serves delicious food for lunch and<br />
dinner. And they have a pet-firendly patio too. Check<br />
out their sister restaurant, 5 West Pub, too.<br />
Reopening<br />
in March<br />
$18-$35<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
BYOB YES YES b U<br />
TOMMY’S FOLLY CAFE<br />
200 Congress Place, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-6566<br />
www.caperesorts.com<br />
Filled with everything you need to keep you going<br />
all day long. Enjoy fresh-brewed La Colombe coffee,<br />
specialty drinks and an assortment of baked goods<br />
and breakfast paninis.<br />
B, D<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
b<br />
H<br />
THE UGLY MUG<br />
426 Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-3459<br />
A Cape May legend. Inside, you’ll enjoy a classic<br />
pub atmosphere. Outside, it’s a great spot for<br />
people watching. Check their ad for upcoming live<br />
entertainment.<br />
L, D<br />
$12-$25<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
FULL BAR NO YES b H<br />
UNCLE BILL’S PANCAKE HOUSE<br />
Beach Avenue and Perry, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-7199<br />
Reliably good food — there is a reason why people<br />
wait in line. You can sit outside with ocean and beach<br />
views — and dine with your dog if the weather is<br />
nice.<br />
Closed for<br />
the season<br />
$4-$9<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
BYOB NO YES<br />
u b<br />
H U<br />
UNION PARK<br />
Beach Avenue and Howard Street<br />
(609) 884-8811<br />
www.unionparkdiningroom.com<br />
Fine dining in a classic old hotel, where both the<br />
decor and the food are inspired. Voted one of the<br />
best restaurants in the state by New Jersey Monthly<br />
magazine.<br />
D<br />
$18-$35<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE<br />
BYOB YES YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
VIGGIANO’S ON SUNSET<br />
109 Sunset Blvd, West Cape May<br />
(609) 435-5026<br />
www.viggianosbyob.com<br />
A new family-friendly Italian restaurant, from the<br />
same owners as the popular Conshocken restaurant.<br />
Expect classic Italian food done right and a welcome<br />
as hearty as the pasta dishes.<br />
D<br />
$15-$45<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
BYOB YES YES<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
VINCENZO’S LITTLE ITALY<br />
3704 Bayshore Road, North Cape May<br />
(609) 889-6610<br />
www.vincenzoslittleitaly.com<br />
VINTAGE<br />
1048 Washington Street<br />
609-224-6064<br />
www.capemaymac.org<br />
WASHINGTON INN<br />
801 Washington Street, Cape May<br />
(609) 884-5697<br />
www.washingtoninn.com<br />
If you want to bring the family for a fine and fun<br />
Italian meal, look no further. The kids will love it.<br />
Excellent pasta dishes, and they’ve recently expanded<br />
their pizzeria.<br />
The newest addition to the grounds of the Emlen<br />
Physick Estate. Cape May MAC partnered with the<br />
folks behind George’s Place to create a modern,<br />
eclectic and delicious dining experience.<br />
Superb gourmet food, and a cool-but-cozy bar. Check<br />
out an amazing wine list of over 10,000 bottles;<br />
they’ve got the largest wine cellar in South Jersey.<br />
L, D<br />
BRUNCH, D<br />
D<br />
$10-$31<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$9-$43<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC,<br />
AE, D<br />
$18-$34<br />
Cards:<br />
V, MC, AE, D<br />
BYOB YES YES<br />
BYOB YES NO<br />
u b<br />
H<br />
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Bird Droppings<br />
Dispatches from the nation’s birdwatching capital… by Seymore Thanu<br />
With winter on the wane, humanity<br />
looks to the natural world to<br />
mark the transitioning season<br />
— little milestones of Spring.<br />
German immigrants brought the<br />
groundhogs day tradition to these shores.<br />
There are no groundhogs in Europe, but the<br />
Druids were equal opportunity worshipers.<br />
Any ol’ burrowing animal could be MC of the<br />
“see your shadow” competition. Bears, badgers,<br />
moles — anything that casts a shadow.<br />
Here in the New World, we look to the<br />
skies for signs of spring — or more accurately<br />
the denizens of the skies, birds.<br />
As early as December birds are moving on<br />
from Winter to Spring. Great-horned Owls,<br />
which reside in every major woodlot, begin<br />
courting around the Solstice. Females are<br />
incubating eggs by January. This jump on<br />
the breeding season gives young owls more<br />
months of bountiful hunting before facing the<br />
privations of winter. Their first big challenge.<br />
One sure sign of Spring is the spirited<br />
courtship of Long-tailed Ducks. Arctic breeders,<br />
the rakish ducks winter in the channels<br />
and back bays of the Jersey coast. When<br />
their hormones start cranking in February,<br />
the birds engage in spirited tail chases and<br />
fill the air with their melodious incantation:<br />
“South southerly... south southerly....” Which<br />
was the name the market gunners ascribed<br />
to the plume-tailed birds. The Inuit people of<br />
Arctic regions call the bird the “Agaiachook.”<br />
Another phonetic rendering of the call, but<br />
the Inuit will have to wait until May for the<br />
birds whose arrival is timed to coincide with<br />
the thawing of tundra ponds. Until then Longtailed<br />
Ducks are courting ferociously so that<br />
no time is wasted pairing off in the Arctic.<br />
Birds arrive there already paired, their bonds<br />
sealed, right here on the Jersey Shore. Where<br />
many a pair bond begins. Males follow the<br />
females to their natal areas. Sound familiar?<br />
One of the most histrionic of courtship<br />
displays is demonstrated by the Red-breasted<br />
Merganser. Males crane their necks forward<br />
and raise their neck feathers while dipping<br />
low in the water. When famed watercolor artist<br />
Louis Agssiz Fuertes’s (1874-1927) works<br />
went on tour in the 1990s, his depiction of<br />
courting Red-breasted Merganser was the<br />
image featured on the show’s billboard.<br />
Cape May residents can see the live birds<br />
diving for fish around the Second Avenue<br />
Jetty and the Concrete Ship. At least until<br />
May when these birds, too, head for the<br />
Arctic. Cape May is just where they celebrate<br />
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DISCOUNT Liquor Outlet<br />
Visit joe-canals.com - click on Cape May location<br />
to place orders for curbside pickup.<br />
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12/14: North Beach Gym’s Holiday Party At Viggiano’s<br />
The North Beach team<br />
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12/16: Around 6pm At Nauti Spirits Distillery<br />
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1/19: Around The Avenues And Alleyways Of Cape May<br />
The Riddles family — Zion, Judah, Angel and Andrew — with the first snowman of the season in Cape May.<br />
PHOTOGRAPH BY ROVING CORRESPONDENT<br />
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Welcome back to a new year of<br />
movie columns, and how cliche<br />
is this: “I don’t know where to<br />
begin!” Oscar nominations?<br />
Golden Globes? Emmy?<br />
Who are we kidding? You know I’m going<br />
to start with Oscar. Some favorites have<br />
representation this year. How about yours?<br />
Godzilla Minus One (reviewed last year here)<br />
at least got a visual effects nomination. It’s up<br />
against Mission Impossible 7. Tough one to call.<br />
Damn, the MI7 train scene alone…<br />
And there were snubs. As predicted here<br />
last year, Viola Davis was snubbed despite<br />
outstanding work in Air (about Nike pursuing<br />
Michael Jordan to start his legendary<br />
sneaker line). The entire movie was snubbed.<br />
Not one nomination. Greta Gerwig should’ve<br />
been nominated for Barbie as director. Snub.<br />
The blockbuster got other nominations.<br />
Oppenheimer led the pack with the most. Email<br />
me about it? I’d like to hear your impressions<br />
at flixyoumissed@gmail.com.<br />
Let’s look at a quirky film from a favorite<br />
The Movie Column<br />
By arts columnist Tom Sims<br />
Alexander Payne that was beautifully done<br />
and nominated for best picture. The Holdovers<br />
is set in a boy’s boarding school in the year<br />
1970. The plot revolves around a grumpy<br />
teacher, played by Paul Giamatti, and a troubled<br />
student, played by newcomer Dominic<br />
Sessa. The student is forced to stay on campus<br />
during the Christmas break, and Giamatti<br />
must watch him. Da’Vine Joy Randolph plays<br />
the school’s cook, who also stays on campus.<br />
After a sluggish start, this movie really<br />
develops into a wonderful character study and<br />
in-depth analysis of the human condition. It<br />
takes on a lot of important topics but in a way<br />
that’s not stodgy or forced. The storytelling is<br />
compelling but tender.<br />
The movie earned five well-deserved<br />
Oscar nominations, including Best Picture.<br />
Giamatti is up for Best Actor and Randolph<br />
for Best Supporting Actress. It’s also up for<br />
original screenplay and film editing.<br />
This is a movie that you can really feel. It<br />
certainly puts enough emotion into the narrative.<br />
It’s a movie that does what a movie is<br />
supposed to do — present images and sound<br />
that tells the story without having to beat you<br />
over the head. Brilliant.<br />
So let’s cover some more bases. Golden<br />
Globes were OK... I didn’t watch them. I still<br />
don’t get them! And what about the Weird<br />
Al Yankovic movie getting some Primetime<br />
Emmys? That’s all I got for ‘round the horn.<br />
Kind of light. What can I say? Oscar dominates.<br />
Any favorites? Email to let me know.<br />
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ARDEN’S KIDS<br />
GIFTS & CLOTHING<br />
Book Signing<br />
at Arden’s Kids<br />
Sat, Feb 17<br />
11am-3pm<br />
Have your copy of Goodnight Cape May<br />
signed by Author & Cape May Native<br />
Maxwell Moran!<br />
Washington Common, Cape May<br />
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11. Billie Eilish<br />
13. Jay Z<br />
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4. Tina Turner<br />
5. Antonoff<br />
6. Joni<br />
10. Barbie<br />
12. Billy Joel<br />
17. Taylor<br />
18. Vampire<br />
19. Trevor Noah<br />
20. SZA<br />
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The Bastard Bearded Irishmen from Pittsburgh<br />
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Cure for the cold... hot coffee<br />
and a cool book<br />
Tom, Donna, Maria<br />
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OPEN @ 10am<br />
City Centre Mall 2nd floor<br />
Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />
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Open Friday-Sunday 10:30am-5:00pm<br />
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Cape May’s LOCAL Station<br />
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Our 24/7 Playlist - Singer-Songwriter & Hits Thru the Decades
The Activity Column<br />
Catherine Dugan’s guide to getting out there... this week, celebrate the Lunar New Year!<br />
Many cultures — probably 20<br />
percent of the world’s population<br />
— mark the lunar new year<br />
with a multi-day celebration.<br />
Traditionally, it’s a time to return<br />
to your childhood home for a long visit. You’ll<br />
catch up with cousins, aunts, uncles and<br />
in-laws. You might help prepare for the holiday<br />
by cleaning the house to ward off illness<br />
and preparing lots of food so that the Kitchen<br />
God can have time off to report to the Jade<br />
Emperor. Include dumplings — they resemble<br />
an ancient currency and invite good fortune.<br />
When the holiday begins, young people kneel<br />
before their elders to show respect, and the<br />
elders give red envelopes of cash to the young.<br />
Once an adult — a married adult, in some<br />
cultures — you pass out those red envelopes.<br />
At the end of the celebration, a lantern festival<br />
caps off the festivities.<br />
If you can’t get home, Cape May is a<br />
great place to mark the holiday. When you’re<br />
feeling homesick, a walk along the beach is a<br />
cheery distraction. Think about the legends<br />
associated with the new year, like the story of<br />
the monster Nian, a fierce beast with the head<br />
of a lion and razor-sharp horns. Nian left the<br />
sea every new year and attacked villagers,<br />
destroying homes and stealing livestock. The<br />
terror caused the villagers to pack up and<br />
flee to the mountains. One year, a hungry<br />
stranger arrived as the villagers prepared to<br />
seek safety. In spite of the chaos of the escape,<br />
a woman took pity on the stranger. She fed<br />
him and gave him shelter. In return, the man<br />
— a celestial messenger in disguise — taught<br />
the kind woman that Nian feared bright lights,<br />
firecrackers and the color red. Ever since, people<br />
decorate with red, set off firecrackers, and<br />
stay up late with lights blazing.<br />
If you’re missing your traditional Lunar<br />
New Year celebration, video chatting can take<br />
away some of the sting, especially if your family<br />
likes to set a place at the table for absent<br />
family members. Experts suggest recreating<br />
your traditions — decorate with red, put some<br />
riddles in your lantern, and send electronic<br />
red envelopes to relatives far away. Cut your<br />
hair before the holiday begins — Cape May’s<br />
salons and barber shops are open but call<br />
ahead just to be sure. Pick up two mandarin<br />
oranges and present them to a friend, holding<br />
one in each hand to show respect. Visit the<br />
Lobster House fish market for a whole fish<br />
to steam as a symbol of abundance. Make<br />
some longevity noodles and sticky rice balls to<br />
invite togetherness. Wish someone prosperity<br />
in the new year — “Gong hey fat choy!”<br />
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Take The Chill<br />
Challenge!<br />
Cheryl, Evangeline, Nick, Ed, John, Tina<br />
Take an active role in demonstrating<br />
that you care about Cape May by making<br />
some energetic energy choices!<br />
• Buy locally and invest in and use your own reusable grocery bags<br />
• Invest in and use a reusable water bottle and coffee mug<br />
• Use cloth towels instead of paper<br />
• Turn water off when not in use like when cleaning your teeth<br />
• Cut your shower time and use cooler water<br />
• Rinse and Recycle all that you can<br />
• When you can, ride a bike or walk<br />
• Be respectful of our trees<br />
• Find local farmers markets and shop there – it’s fresh and fun<br />
• Carry litter from the beach and use containers provided<br />
• Dry towels and clothing on a clothes line when possible<br />
• STOP idling your car<br />
• Turn off lights when not in use/needed<br />
• Use LED light bulbs and unplug electronics when not in use<br />
• Grow your flower or vegetable garden with plants that attract bees<br />
and butterflies, and require less water<br />
• Tread lightly – explore local nature centers and trails<br />
• Build responsibly – Support Green Energy!<br />
ACT PERSONALLY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE FOR THE<br />
CAPE MAY COMMUNITY WE ALL LOVE!<br />
Environmental Commission meets fourth Tuesday each month at<br />
11am in City Hall. All are welcome. Get involved! THANK YOU!<br />
John Sr., Terry, John Jr., Karen<br />
The Crabbit table<br />
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Alison, Jim<br />
Athena, Pat<br />
Kevin, Jane<br />
Heather, Alina<br />
Cheree, Steve<br />
Julie, Kate<br />
Exit Zero’s Jack Wright and the Jersey Devil Pipe Band<br />
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Self Defense Workshop with<br />
Instructor Al Rabasca – 3 rd degree<br />
Black Belt in Shukokai Karate<br />
Thursday, February 15 - 5:30-7:00pm<br />
Free to all North Beach members<br />
& interested non-members. Suitable for teens &<br />
adults of all ages and fitness levels.<br />
This workshop is not about fighting but rather<br />
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Animal Outreach<br />
of Cape May County<br />
Our mission is to provide shelter, care<br />
and love for the unwanted, abused,<br />
and abandoned animals of Cape May<br />
County. We are a no kill organization.<br />
Our adoption program has helped to<br />
greatly reduce the numbers of homeless<br />
animals in our county.<br />
Please consider donating this<br />
holiday season to help<br />
animals in need!<br />
To learn more, visit<br />
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Jack, John<br />
Bill, Gabriel<br />
Jodi, Cheryl<br />
Lois, Kelly<br />
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love, shelter, food, and medical services to<br />
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as allowed by law.<br />
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West Cape May, NJ<br />
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Bob, Diana
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Dave, Bob, Ken, Anthony<br />
Brandon, Kerri, Chris<br />
Jen, Judi<br />
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Scottich Accent Contest Winners — Linda, Samantha, Maggie<br />
Address to the Haggis by Jack Wright<br />
Kristen, Tiffany, Bob<br />
Patrick, Rayan<br />
John, Diane<br />
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Paul, Lorraine, Pete, Dave, Jennifer, Heather<br />
Jaila, Kelsey, Nicole<br />
Karen, Patti, Zach, Abby<br />
Vincent, Grace, Kim, Robert<br />
Terri, Rose, Chris, Alice, Chris<br />
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The Answer Lady invites inquiries from<br />
gentle readers on all manner of relationship<br />
quandaries, matters of the<br />
heart and ethics. If you’d like to send<br />
a query, write to info@exitzero.us. Or,<br />
simply sit back, enjoy a cup of coffee and contemplate<br />
the wisdom herein.<br />
Dear Answer Lady<br />
My daughter and her husband have separated<br />
recently. We are coming to Cape May to<br />
see our daughter and grandchildren for Easter<br />
and planning to make reservations at the Blue<br />
Pig. We also plan to take the kids on an Easter<br />
egg hunt and participate in Cape May’s Easter<br />
Parade. We adore our son-in-law and would<br />
like to invite him to join us. I want to extend<br />
the invitation, but my husband is insisting we<br />
clear it with my daughter first. They are very<br />
amicable, and I don’t see the harm. What do<br />
you think, Answer Lady? — Mimi and Grumpy<br />
Dear Mimi<br />
What’s wrong with you? Of course, you<br />
must clear it with your daughter. The Answer<br />
Lady suspects marital interference on your<br />
The Answer Lady<br />
Wise answers to perplexing questions<br />
part, not to mention a not so subtle lack of sensitivity<br />
for your daughter’s feelings. They must<br />
sort this out on their own. You and your husband<br />
must be Switzerland. You also need to<br />
let them adjust to not being a couple. We don’t<br />
know which of them initiated the split, but<br />
they must learn how to navigate those waters<br />
without interference. So, yes, ask your daughter<br />
about inviting your son-in-law, but in a<br />
manner that conveys you respect her opinion.<br />
Dear Answer Lady<br />
I am an English teacher and grammatical<br />
errors drive me crazy and I am forever correcting<br />
people. My wife says it is inappropriate and<br />
it’s embarrassing for her as well as the person I<br />
have targeted. Why should poor grammar be<br />
tolerated? I see it as a teaching moment. When<br />
I call and ask, “Is Sherry there?” The answer is,<br />
“This is she.” NOT “That’s me.” When I hear<br />
errors, it’s like nails on a chalkboard. — Grammer<br />
Police Chief<br />
Dear Chief<br />
So appearing mean spirited and sanctimonious<br />
is of no concern to you. It is, however,<br />
a concern for your wife and victims. If nothing<br />
else, it’s awkward. We all have strengths and<br />
weaknesses. You, for example, may be a topnotch<br />
grammarian, but have zero social skills.<br />
Correct if you must but do so with kindness<br />
and humor. The Answer Lady suggests you<br />
take your wife to the Filling Station. While<br />
waiting for dinner, practice correcting with<br />
kindness. We are sure your wife will relish this<br />
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1/27: The 18th Exit Zero Annual Burns Supper At Ferry Park<br />
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1/12: Grand Opening Of O’Connor Home Design<br />
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12/14: Lobster House Christmas Party At Viggiano’s<br />
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12/15: Jimmy Buffet Christmas Party At Corinthian Yacht Club<br />
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The Parrot Heads
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STITCH is a young Blue Heeler whose owners<br />
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the yard. His leash skills are good and he is<br />
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Realtor Sales Associate<br />
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Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal<br />
Five beautiful cats from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 609-465-8923<br />
EVA AND EMILY are the perfect combination<br />
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The two enjoy chasing each other around and<br />
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CADEAU was rescued when she was very<br />
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12/15: Jimmy Buffet Christmas<br />
Party At Corinthian Yacht Club<br />
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PROPERTY PAGES<br />
Welcome to 203 E. Vineyard located in Cape May’s Tranquility<br />
Park, the coastal neighborhood nestled along the intercoastal<br />
waterway of Cape May, between the Cape May and West Cape<br />
May bridges surrounded by protected wetlands, woodlands and<br />
saltwater breezes. Approximately one mile to the beaches, this<br />
updated property offers three bedrooms, two full bathrooms, an<br />
open kitchen, living room, and a sunroom.<br />
Entering the front door, you are greeted by the cozy living<br />
room with a gas fireplace that opens to the updated kitchen. To<br />
the rear of the property there is a sunroom offering additional<br />
living space. The en-suite bedroom is on the first floor to the<br />
left of the main entryway with an attached full bathroom and<br />
walk-in shower. The second floor offers two large bedrooms<br />
with a shared full bathroom in the hallway and a separate laundry<br />
closet for the washer and dryer. The rear yard is fully fenced<br />
with a garage and quaint garden cottage. Asking $630,000.<br />
203 E. VINEYARD COURT, LOWER TOWNSHIP<br />
Contact Colleen White at 609-231-6943 or Ashley Peoples at 609-408-9258 of deSatnick Real Estate.<br />
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12/15: Jimmy Buffet Christmas<br />
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941 COLUMBIA AVENUE • CAPE MAY • 609-884-5005<br />
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Search online @ CoastlineRealty.com<br />
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12/14: Christmas Party At The Lobster House<br />
Women’s Community Club of Cape May<br />
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12/12: Family Promise Christmas Party At The Washington Inn<br />
Executive Director Yvonne Sullivan and family<br />
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12/12: Family Promise Christmas Party At The Washington Inn<br />
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BUYING & SELLING<br />
WITH INTEGRITY<br />
& TRUST<br />
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Realty<br />
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Party At The Washington Inn<br />
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JUST LISTED! Fantastic Value<br />
Completely Renovated<br />
Asking $625,000<br />
32 Old Mill Drive, North Cape May<br />
4 Beds | 2 Baths | Large Corner Lot<br />
Rich, Chrystal, Carol, Marilyn, Loretta<br />
Jersey Cape Realty, Inc.<br />
Dolores Lanzalotti, Broker / Owner<br />
739 Washington Street, Cape May<br />
609-884-5800 www.JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />
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Glen, Kate, Susie, Carol, Steve, Paula, Harry<br />
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12/12: Family Promise Christmas Party At The Washington Inn<br />
Terri, Mary Alan, Jeanne Caroline, Lou<br />
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Visit JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />
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Dolores Lanzalotti, Broker/Owner<br />
739 Washington Street, Cape May, NJ 08204 Info@JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />
www.JerseyCapeRealty.com 609-884-5800
32 Old Mill Dr, North Cape May<br />
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3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath - $299,900<br />
Move Right In to this freshly painted,<br />
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JUST SOLD!<br />
Realtor Sales Associate<br />
Cell 609-846-5376<br />
Office 609-884-5005<br />
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Ready to embark on your real estate journey or plan your Cape May<br />
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12/12: Family Promise Christmas<br />
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17 Park Blvd, W Cape May<br />
Seller’s Agent $689,900<br />
37 Jackson St, Cape May<br />
6 Beds, 4 Baths, Sleeps 17<br />
Avery Bryson, Diane Eichler<br />
941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005<br />
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Realtor Sales Associate<br />
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104 OAK AVENUE, DEL HAVEN<br />
This recently renovated beach-themed home in Del Haven<br />
offers a perfect retreat for vacation or year-round living.<br />
3 Beds | 1 Bath | $480,000<br />
941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005<br />
Suzanne Simonetti, Mary Ann and Eddie Castagnetta<br />
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The Exit Zero Crossword<br />
The theme is the 2024 Grammys... compiled by Nicole James<br />
1 2<br />
3<br />
4<br />
5<br />
6<br />
7 8<br />
9 10 11<br />
12 13<br />
14<br />
15 16<br />
17<br />
18<br />
19 20<br />
ACROSS<br />
4. Fantasia Barrino honored this<br />
late icon with her performance<br />
of “Proud Mary.” (4,6)<br />
5. Jack who won Producer of the<br />
Year for the third consecutive<br />
year. (8)<br />
6. Mitchell who won Best Folk<br />
Album and performed for the<br />
first time ever. (4)<br />
10. Film that this year’s Song of<br />
the Year was from. (6)<br />
12. Performed his first new song<br />
in nearly 30 years. (5,4)<br />
17. Swift who won Album of the<br />
Year for Midnights. (6)<br />
18. Olivia Rodrigo performed<br />
this hit that was also nominated<br />
for Record of the Year. (7)<br />
19. Host of this year’s Grammys.<br />
(6,4)<br />
20. Earned the most Grammy<br />
nominations this year. (3)<br />
DOWN<br />
1. This award was not aired,<br />
but this female-fronted group<br />
earned Best Rock Album. (8)<br />
2. 20 across earned Best R&B<br />
Song for this hit. (6)<br />
3. This artist opened up<br />
the Grammys with her hit<br />
“Houdini.” (3,4)<br />
7. Previous Exit Zero Jazz<br />
Festival performer who won<br />
Best Jazz Performance for her<br />
single “Tight.” (6,3)<br />
8. Returned to the Grammys this<br />
year to present Album of the<br />
Year. (6,4)<br />
9. This former Disney star,<br />
Cyrus, is the artist behind 16<br />
down. (5)<br />
11. Artist who sang this year’s<br />
Song of the Year, “What Was I<br />
Made For?” (6,6)<br />
13. Dr. Dre Global Impact Award<br />
recipient. (3,1)<br />
14. Monet who took home Best<br />
New Artist. (8)<br />
15. Tracey Chapman and Luke<br />
Combs performed this hit. (4,3)<br />
16. This single won Best Pop<br />
Solo Performance and Record of<br />
the Year. (7)<br />
SOLUTIONS ON PAGE 39<br />
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