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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


Page 2 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024


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 />

Page 4 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024<br />

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 />

Page 6 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024


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 />

Page 8 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024<br />

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 />

Page 10 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024<br />

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 />

Page 12 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024<br />

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 />

Page 14 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024


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 />

21<br />

Jn page<br />

February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 19<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 />

Page 20 EXIT ZERO February 8, 2024


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 />

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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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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 />

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 />

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FULL BAR NO YES<br />

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FULL BAR NO YES b H<br />

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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 />

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KEY u Onsite parking b Wheelchair accessible H Takeout available U Dog-friendly patio in season<br />

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What You Need To<br />

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 />

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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1/21: Sunday Social For Cape May MAC At Fins<br />

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 />

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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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PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

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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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 />

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 />

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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 />

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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 />

609-884-8643 l ardenskids.com l Open Daily<br />

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CAPE MAY’S LANDMARK JEWELER<br />

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DOWN<br />

1. Paramore<br />

2. Snooze<br />

3. Dua Lipa<br />

7. Samara Joy<br />

8. Celine Dion<br />

9. Miley<br />

11. Billie Eilish<br />

13. Jay Z<br />

14. Victoria<br />

ACROSS<br />

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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Book Company<br />

OPEN @ 10am<br />

City Centre Mall 2nd floor<br />

Washington Street Mall, Cape May<br />

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Cuz Ray and friends<br />

Open Friday-Sunday 10:30am-5:00pm<br />

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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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Just for Laughs<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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Eric, Stephanie Donna, Gary Terri, Carol<br />

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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 />

aocmc.org/getinvolved<br />

Jack, John<br />

Bill, Gabriel<br />

Jodi, Cheryl<br />

Lois, Kelly<br />

Your generous donation will help provide<br />

love, shelter, food, and medical services to<br />

helpless animals. All contributions are taxdeductible,<br />

as allowed by law.<br />

600 Park Boulevard, Unit 3<br />

West Cape May, NJ<br />

609-898-1738 | info@aocmc.org<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 />

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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 />

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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


Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal<br />

Three beautiful dogs from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 609-465-8923<br />

ZELDA is a young girl who came to the shelter<br />

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her. She has a lot of energy and loves to run in<br />

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with training. Her leash skills need some<br />

work, but she is progressing. Zelda would<br />

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CALI is a five-year-old, 44-pound girl who<br />

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cues to calm her energy. She would make a<br />

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STITCH is a young Blue Heeler whose owners<br />

could no longer care for him. He is an active<br />

boy who loves to take walks and run around<br />

the yard. His leash skills are good and he is<br />

gradually warming up to the people around<br />

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HOLLY STEGER<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

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me for a free Comparative Market Analysis.<br />

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12/15: Jimmy Buffet Christmas<br />

Party At Corinthian Yacht Club<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

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June through September 2024! Contact for pricing.<br />

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BARBARA McPHERSON<br />

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 />

of sugar and spice! These Torbie and Tortoiseshell<br />

kittens are both female and up to date on<br />

all vaccinations and spayed. Eva and Emily are<br />

great with other dogs and cats and love to play.<br />

The two enjoy chasing each other around and<br />

then curling up on your lap to snuggle. Contact<br />

the shelter if interested.<br />

CADEAU was rescued when she was very<br />

young and has been raised in a foster home<br />

with other cats. She is about 12 weeks old<br />

and ready to be adopted into a loving home.<br />

Cadeau is great with other cats and children<br />

and would make a great family pet. If interested<br />

in bringing Cadeau into your home,<br />

contact the shelter.<br />

BUSTER BROWN AND SASSY are fourmonth-old<br />

kittens who are brother and sister.<br />

They duo is happy, healthy and housebroken.<br />

Buster Brown and Sassy are both up to date<br />

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12/15: Jimmy Buffet Christmas<br />

Party At Corinthian Yacht Club<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

Kim, Jim<br />

Fran, Gail<br />

Irene, Michael<br />

Gerald, Anita<br />

Margie, Raymond<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 />

Party At Corinthian Yacht Club<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

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941 COLUMBIA AVENUE • CAPE MAY • 609-884-5005<br />

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Search online @ CoastlineRealty.com<br />

CAROL A. MENZ Broker/Owner gri, sres, crs, abr, sfr, rsps<br />

NJ Realtors® Circle of Excellence Award® Platinum 2015-2023<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 />

Family Promise Board members<br />

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BUYING & SELLING<br />

WITH INTEGRITY<br />

& TRUST<br />

Jersey Cape<br />

Realty<br />

SALES & RENTALS<br />

Heijung Park-Colameco<br />

Broker Salesperson<br />

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12/12: Family Promise Christmas<br />

Party At The Washington Inn<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

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 />

Niels, Diane, Dot<br />

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 />

Charles, Judy Annette, Chuck Pat Higgins, Alicia Matthews<br />

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February 8, 2024 EXIT ZERO Page 75


Visit JerseyCapeRealty.com<br />

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We are incredibly humbled that you have made JCR<br />

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That’s a lot of sharing, a lot of trust, a lot of loyalty, a lot of happiness,<br />

and most especially, a lot of making dreams come true.<br />

We cannot THANK YOU enough!<br />

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Thanks to our Clients, JCR had the highest number<br />

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in sales of Cape Island properties again in 2023.<br />

(Based on data from the Cape May County Multiple Listing Service.)<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 />

4 Bedrooms, 2 Baths - $625,000<br />

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near bay and restaurants.<br />

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825 Stockton Ave, .<br />

Unit 3, Cape May<br />

2 Bedrooms, 2 Baths - $1,099,000<br />

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stained-glass window<br />

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What has Sold<br />

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1253 Washington St, Cape May<br />

5 Bedrooms, 3 Baths - $1,475,000<br />

Spectacular renovation! Approx.<br />

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attached 4-car garage, Cape May<br />

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See The Beach<br />

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3 Bedrooms, 1 Bath - $299,900<br />

Move Right In to this freshly painted,<br />

second floor Golf View Village<br />

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attractions and services<br />

Open 7 days a week<br />

With our full-time professional Realtors &<br />

a fully dedicated rental team<br />

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JUST SOLD!<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

Cell 609-846-5376<br />

Office 609-884-5005<br />

hollicappelli@coastlinerealty.com<br />

Ready to embark on your real estate journey or plan your Cape May<br />

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vacation rentals, I’m here to make the process enjoyable & successful<br />

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12/12: Family Promise Christmas<br />

Party At The Washington Inn<br />

PHOTOGRAPHS BY ALEKSEY MORYAKOV<br />

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 />

BOB HARTMAN JR<br />

Realtor Sales Associate<br />

Cell 609-780-4626<br />

BobHartmanJr@CoastlineRealty.com<br />

Contact me for all your sales<br />

and rental needs!<br />

Bonnie, Sandra, Jean<br />

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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