V23 N45

Q&A

Chat With Kristian

Schena Aka Santa P 10

Ho-Ho-Ho... It’s The

Santa Claus Issue!

Food & Drink

Guide! P 18-24

EXIT ZERO

CAPE MAY’S PEPPY PERIODICAL • DECEMBER 18, 2025 • VOLUME 23, NUMBER 45

Breakfast With Santa At

Inn Of Cape May PAGES 3-6

Tree-Lighting At Winter

Wonderland PAGES 8-28

The City of Cape May held its annual tree-lighting at Rotary Park on Saturday, December 5. Pictured

are Jaime, Vinny, Sammy, Kenny and Matt — more photographs on pages 48-60. Aleksey Moryakov

The WCM Tree-Lighting In

Wilbraham Park PAGES 29-38

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Q&A

Kristian Schena, Aka Santa

Claus (And A Pirate, Too)

It’s the Santa Claus Issue, so Jack Wright chatted with Kristian

Schena, who talks about life in the red-and-white costume.

Kristian, when did you first dress up as Santa?

When I worked at the Coast Guard base daycare

center. They needed a Santa for the kids, and I did

it with a big fake beard. I was in college, so that

would’ve been around 1998 or 1999.

Were you already Santa-shaped back then?

Beard, belly? Not at all. No beard, no big belly. I

wore one of those pillow setups that goes around

your body to give you the right silhouette.

What were you studying in college? Psychology.

I went to Stockton College.

When did you grow your own beard?

After college, around 2000. I realized I liked the

shape of my head better with a beard. And now it

works for both Santa and my pirate character.

Where did you grow up? My dad was Coast

Guard, so we moved around the country a few

times. But we’ve been in Cape May County since I

was in second grade. I went to Cape May Elementary.

My dad did a bunch of jobs to keep us from

moving again, and he retired here.

Before Santa became your seasonal life, what

kinds of jobs did you do? My big summer job

through high school and college was Morrow’s

Nut House on Cape May boardwalk. After college,

I started working for the Arc of Cape May County.

I’m still there — I manage the thrift shop in Rio

Grande.

Where have you appeared as Santa over the

years? Lots of places. People hire me for home

parties, I’ve worked with restaurants like MudHen,

and I’ve been Santa for the Cape May County Zoo’s

tree-lighting as long as they’ve had it. I’ve never

done the mall Santa thing — by the time I was really

into it, malls were kind of dying anyway.

How many Santa outfits do you have? Right

now, three. I started with a classic Coca-Cola style,

but I don’t wear it much anymore. Then I found a

Victorian-looking suit — gold trim, detailed coat

— and people love that one. I still wear it, even for

Halloween sometimes. During COVID, when those

stimulus checks came through, I invested in a custom-made

suit. That’s the one I wear most now. It’s

comfortable, and it has options — I can take the coat

off and still look like Santa.

Your wife Sandy sometimes plays Mrs Claus

with you, right? She does, when she can. When

we first got together she was Mrs Claus for the zoo

and a few other gigs. MudHen specifically wanted

a Santa and Mrs Claus, so we do their hospitality

night together. These days that’s usually the only

event she joins me for, because she has her own job

at Bath Time and it’s hard to take off.

Do you ever worry about losing a lot of weight

and not looking like Santa? Not really. Santa

doesn’t have to be huge. If I lost weight I’d still be

Santa; the suit does a lot. Modern Santa portrayals

are sometimes slimmer anyway. I know a Santa

who works Sesame Place — he’s a skinny guy, and

he’s brilliant. I also keep my beard trimmed because

I don’t think Santa needs to look like a Yeti. Mrs

Claus wouldn’t let me in the cabin if I did.

You mentioned you and Sandy “stick to

your own lore.” What do you mean by that?

There are so many versions of Santa, and we choose

one and live inside it. In our story, Santa and Mrs

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Claus are ancient beings who’ve been doing

this for a very long time. North Pole, elves,

workshop — all the classic parts are there, but

we have our own consistent backstory about

how it all works. The more consistent you are,

the more believable it feels to kids. Coca-Cola

didn’t invent Santa — they didn’t invent me.

They just pushed one image that stuck.

How do you make your beard and hair

white each season? I used to use white spray

paint from Party City, and it was awful —

messy, smelly, and rough on your skin. I had

to use Vaseline to get it off my face afterward.

Sandy figured out a better solution: a cream

called Afrocare. You brush it into your beard,

and it coats everything white without the

smell. It comes off with a shower, and it’s way

kinder on your lungs.

Do you wear makeup for rosy cheeks or

anything like that? No. The suit is hot enough

that your cheeks get rosy on their own.

When does your Santa season start?

Mid-November. My unofficial kickoff is

a convention in Philadelphia called PAX

Unplugged — a board-game convention. I go

for a friend who makes a game and actually

put my pirate character into it. I show up as

Captain Santa, a pirate-captain mashup.

So Santa and pirate work together in

your world? Completely. Captain Santa is

part of the fun. In my lore, sometimes Santa

and the elves take a break from the workshop

routine and decide to do something wild —

like become pirates for a while. I lean into

that. I also perform as Captain Kristian in

the summer — sword-fighting shows, pirateand-princess

events at the zoo, that kind of

thing. It’s all one big character ecosystem.

What kinds of Santa gigs do you do

besides public events? A lot of home visits,

phone calls and FaceTimes. People hire me

for parties where I come in, talk to the kids,

and hand out gifts. I’ve done Christmas Eve

visits, too, especially for friends — if everyone

is in the same area, you can hit a few houses

in one night.

Do kids still try to catch you out with

trick questions? All the time. They’ll ask my

name, or their own name to test whether I’m

real. Parents often help by whispering names

to me, but sometimes I just tell the kid, “I

don’t know everyone’s name. Do you remember

every person you’ve ever met?” And they

get it. That’s why Santa has lists and elves.

What do you say when a kid asks if you’re

the real Santa? I usually tell them it’s up to

them to believe. Santa is all about belief. I

might wink, and then I do a little magic trick

where my hand glows and I “take” their wish

from their head and send it to the North Pole.

It’s an old light-transfer trick, but kids love it. I

even have Mrs Claus rigged so she can “hold”

wishes, too, and tuck them away safely.

Top Christmas books and movies? I’ve

read The Night Before Christmas so many times I

know most of it by heart; Sandy knows all of it.

I’m also partial to How the Grinch Stole Christmas.

As for movies, I love the one from the ’80s

with John Lithgow as the evil toy maker. And

I love Violent Night with David Harbour — it’s

Santa in an action-hero role and it has a surprisingly

good Santa myth behind it.

What would be your last meal on earth?

I’m going classic comfort food. Give me a

big plate of old-school chicken parm with a

mountain of pasta — and a side of garlic bread

that’s basically illegal. And if we’re doing dessert,

too, I’m finishing with a really good slice

of cheesecake. If that’s the last meal, I want it

to feel like home.

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Angelica Lopez, Johnny-Federik, Jennifer Hernandez, Devon Curran

Come say hi and find your new favorite snack!

316 Beach Avenue 2 BLOCKS FROM CONGRESS HALL

Open through New Year’s

Serving Lunch Tue-Sat from 11am-2pm

& Dinner Mon-Sat from 4:30pm

closed christmas eve and christmas day

The Cernero family

322 Washington Street Mall, Cape May

609-884-9119 TISHASFINEDINING.COM


Michael, Tarra and Layla Lopez



12/5: Christmas Tree-Lighting At Congress Hall Winter Wonderland

Dan, Agnes Bill, Tracey Christina, Koko

Lee, Anastasia Cameron, Mary Igor, Diana


THE ULTIMATE CAPE MAY FOOD & DRINK GUIDE

What You Need

To Know About

The Food And

The Ambience

Meals

Served

Price Of

Entrées

Bar Or

BYOB?

Should I

Book?

Food For

Kids?

Other

Details

BEACH PLUM BAKERY AND CAFE

484 W. Perry Street, Cape May

(609) 770-8261

caperesorts.com

Enjoy fresh, farm-to-table bakery items along with La

Colombe coffee drinks. Start the morning with delicious

sweet breads, muffins, scones and cookies.

Coffee &

Snacks

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BEACH PLUM FARM

140 Stevens Street, Cape May

(609) 602-0128

beachplumfarmcapemay.com

BLUE PIG TAVERN

200 Congress Place, Cape May

(609) 884-8422

caperesorts.com/bluepigtavern

BOILER ROOM


(609) 884-8421

caperesorts.com/boilerroom

CAPE MAY FISH MARKET

408 Washington Street, Cape May

(609) 770-3790

capemayfishmarket.com

THE CRICKET CLUB

106 Decatur Street, Cape May

(609) 888-6095

capemaycricketclub.com

DELANEY’S IRISH PUB & GRILL


(609) 770-8559

delaneyscapemay.com

DOGTOOTH

100 East Taylor Avenue, Wildwood

(609) 522-8383

dogtoothbar.com

THE EBBITT ROOM


(609) 884-5700

caperesorts.com/ebbittroom

EL PUEBLO TAQUERIA


(609) 600-3793

elpueblotaqueria.com

E. M. HEMINGWAY’S

1045 Beach Avenue, Cape May

(609) 884-5611

hemingwayscapemay.com

Enjoy the quiet beauty of this 62-acre farm in West Cape

May and then indulge in the farm-to-table treats for

breakfast or lunch. The soups, salads, sandwiches and

juices are excellent.

Check out why Congress Hall’s restaurant is a favorite of

locals as well as hotel guests. They serve classic tavern

food for breakfast, lunch or dinner, with a choice of indoor

and outdoor dining.

The Boiler Room has a chic industrial vibe with exposed

brickwork, stainless steel table tops and a dance floor

that’s often bopping. Feast upon brick-oven pizza with

draft beers.

Comfy joint in the middle of the mall, featuring a raw bar,

surf-n-turf entrées, sandwiches and burgers, plus outside

tables for some great people-watching!

The Kulkowitz family’s latest culinary adventure. They’re

bringing a new vibe to the Cape May dining scene with

menu featuring local food with global flavors.

As you’d expect of an Irish pub, this is the place to get

Guinness and good pub grub. The burgers and meat pies

have been receiving rave reviews.

Good food, good beer and great times! Stop in for happy

hour to enjoy food and drink specials along with live

music. And don’t forget to ask about their draft list for

a cold one!

Enjoy your meal on The Ebbitt Room porch, overlooking

tree-lined Jackson Street, or take in the buzzy vibe of the

dining room and bar.

Located in North Cape May, serving up affordable and

authentic Mexican dishes made from only the freshest

ingredients.

Casual and family-friendly, E. M. Hemingway’s offers

fine seafood, prime beef and excellent specials. All right

across from the beachfront. Great place to watch sports,

too.

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TUESDAY

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THURSDAY

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$10 AMERICANA PIZZA, $11 CHEESESTEAK, $15 DOMESTIC

BUCKETS (5), $25 SELTZER BUCKETS (5)

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$7 MIMOSA, $8 BLOODY MARY, $9 APEROL SPRITZ, $9

TRUFFLE POTATO WEDGES,

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1075 Bayshore Road, Villas



What You Need

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Meals

Served

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BYOB?

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Food For

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Other

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EXIT ZERO FILLING STATION

110 Sunset Boulevard, Cape May

(609) 241-2632

exitzero.com

After 10 years of serving curries (initially as Exit Zero

Cookhouse, the restaurant is now closed for good).

The magazine (and online retail store) will continue,

in an office on the Washington Street Mall. Adieu!

FINS BAR & GRILLE

142 Decatur Street, Cape May

(609) 884-3449

finscapemay.com

Inside, enjoy the exciting maritime-themed decor

inside. Outside, you can enjoy eating out in the

middle of Decatur Street, under the canopy.

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5 WEST PUB


(609) 889-7000

5westpub.com

This hotspot is a gastropub from the owners of

Tisha’s. Here you’ll enjoy the same high-quality food

and high-quality service, in a relaxed atmosphere.

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$6-$20

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GEORGE’S PLACE


(609) 884-6088

kararestaurantgroup.com

This local legend of an eatery serves up their

signature breakfast items, mouth-watering lunches

and generous dinners all in a welcoming and relaxed

environment.

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GRANA BYOB

413 S. Broadway, Cape May

(609) 849-9255

granabyob.com

Chef Carl Messick has taken over what was once

Godmother’s and transformed it into a relaxed, finedining

restaurant. Exquisite dishes featuring seasonal

and sustainable ingredients.

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HARPOONS ON THE BAY

91 Beach Drive, North Cape May

(609) 886-5529

www.harpoonsonthebay.com

A little slice of paradise on the bay, enjoy dishes

with Caribbean flair, listen to a few jam bands and

watch spectacular sunsets while sipping a cocktail or

domestic draft.

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HARRY’S OCEAN BAR AND GRILLE


(609) 884-2779

harryscapemay.com

This beachfront restaurant and bar features rooftop

dining, live music, fresh local seafood and signature

orange crushes — the fun awaits!

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ICCARA ITALIAN BISTRO

315 Ocean Street, #4, Cape May

(609) 884-0200

iccaracapemay.com

Just steps from the Washington Street Mall, Iccara

Italian Bistro & Seafood brings you the fresh flavors of

Italy in a charming, welcoming atmosphere.

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$25-$39

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KING EDWARD BAR

301 Howard Street, Cape May

(609) 884-8409

chalfonte.com

This legendary hangout is an intimate place where

locals and guests mingle inside the historic Chalfonte

Hotel. Enjoy light bites and classic cocktails, plus live

music.

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THE LOBSTER HOUSE

Fisherman’s Wharf, Cape May

(609) 884-8296

thelobsterhouse.com

Take-out, fish market, restaurant, raw bar, breakfast,

dinner... The Lobster House has it all. Drinks on the

Schooner American before dinner is a must-do Cape

May experience.

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$5-$48.50

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THE LOCAL TAVERN

1075 Bayshore Road, Villas

(609) 741-8945

thelocaltavernnj.com

Brought to you by the owners of Tisha’s and 5 West,

this newly reimagined hangout features a full bar,

comfort food, billiards, live entertainment, and a

laid-back vibe that makes you feel right at home

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Nola, Natalie, Juniper

The legendary, intimate hangout where locals

& guests mingle over domestic & imported

beers, fine wines & classic cocktails. Join us!

LIVE MUSIC & LITE BITES

from 5pm

Carolyn Ferko, Kristina Finkelston, Jenna Babb, Bob Babb, Dianne Babb

THURSDAY NIGHT 12/19

“The Hoot” 7-10pm

Featuring members of

the Howard Street Ramble Band

FRIDAY NIGHT 12/20

Live Music 7-10pm

SATURDAY NIGHT 12/21

Toni Teschner & Billy Walton 7-10pm

CLOSED Wednesday 12/24

& Thursday 12/25

Lilly, Mary, Maisie, Lisa, Dorrie

301 Howard Street, Cape May

609-884-8409 • chalfonte.com



What You Need

To Know About

The Food And

The Ambience

Meals

Served

Price Of

Entrées

Bar Or

BYOB?

Should I

Book?

Food For

Kids?

Other

Details

LUCKY BONES

1200 Route 109, Cape May

(609) 884-BONE

luckybonesgrill.com

A huge hit and locals’ favorite for a reason. Excellent

food (the thin-crust pizzas are excellent), great bar

vibe and service. Lucky Bones gets it right every time.

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$6-$25

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MAD BATTER


(609) 884-5970

madbatter.com

It’s the original fine dining restaurant in Cape May.

The food is always creative and the breakfasts and

brunches, hard to beat — hence the lines.

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$26-$37

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MARIO’S PIZZA

Washington Commons

(609) 884-0085

mariosofcapemay.com

MUDHEN BREWING COMPANY

127 W. Rio Grande Avenue, Wildwood

(609) 846-7918

mudhenbrew.com

OCEAN 7

7 Ocean Street, Cape May

(609) 884-5555

innofcapemay.com/ocean-7

OCEAN VIEW

Beach and Grant Avenues, Cape May

(609) 884-3772

oceanviewrestaurant.com

OUT THERE COFFEE

315 Ocean Street, Cape May

www.outtherecoffee.com

Homemade specialties and secret sauces, from classic

pizza (using homemade dough daily) to paninis,

garlic knots and pasta dishes.

Sip on craft beers inside this rustic brewpub while

enjoying delicious and casual fare including their

BBQ smokehouse menu, juicy burgers and specialty

mac-and-cheese dishes. Great outdoor space!

Located at the Inn of Cape May, stop in to enjoy breakfast,

lunch and dinner paired with specialty cocktails.

A large and very reliable menu. Classic diner food,

oversized portions, and very reasonably priced. A

locals’ favorite for a reason.

Start every morning with their home-roasted coffee,

super-food lattes, gluten free baked goods and

varieties of toasts and frozen drinks.

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OYSTER BAY

615 Lafayette Street, Cape May

(609) 884-2111

oysterbayrestaurant.com

PETER SHIELDS INN


(609) 884-9090

petershieldsinn.com

PIER HOUSE


(609) 898-2244

capemaylamer.com

POPPI’S

4709 New Jersey Avenue, Wildwood

(609) 600-3964

poppisbrickoven.com

Eat in the lovely, airy dining room or in the adjoining

bar area with a fun vibe. There’s also a daily bar menu,

happy hour, great martinis and classic, generous

dishes.

The Georgian Revival mansion is magnificent and the

modern American menu matches it all the way. And

now the restaurant is able to serve wine, cocktails

and beers!

This cozy, elegant restaurant in La Mer Beachfront

Resort offers a welcoming ambiance serving

American fare with innovative twists and inspired

recipes, just steps from the beach.

Enjoy their old-world recipes in a relaxed atmosphere

with rustic charm. They select the finest local ingredients

for each dish and welcome your family to be a

part of their family.

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COASTAL CULINARY BLISS

Discover a curated selection of appetizers, entrées, and desserts inspired by

American, Italian, and French cuisine—crafted by our new Executive Chef,

Miguel Ferrer. With over a decade of experience at the Washington Inn & Wine Bar,

Chef Ferrer brings his culinary expertise and passion to every dish on the menu.

breakfast Saturday & Sunday 8-11:30am

lunch Friday & Saturday 12-4pm

dinner Friday & Saturday from 5-8:30pm

seasalt indoor bar Friday & Saturday 12pm-Close

LOCATED IN THE OCEAN CLUB HOTEL

SEASALTCAPEMAY.COM

1035 BEACH AVENUE, CAPE MAY

609-884-7000



What You Need

To Know About

The Food And

The Ambience

Meals

Served

Price Of

Entrées

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BYOB?

Should I

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Food For

Kids?

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QUINCY’S LOBSTER ROLLS


(609) 600-3571

quincysoriginal.com

Bringing a little taste of New England to Cape May.

Indulge in classic lobster rolls, lobster salads, crab

rolls and other quick-bite favorites at either of their

locations including Beach Avenue.

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SAPORE ITALIANO

416 South Broadway, West Cape May

(609) 600-1422

saporeitalianorestaurant.com

Located in a magnificent Victorian mansion, with

plenty of outdoor dining, and the food does it justice.

Excellent Italian food and a lovely family-style

ambience.

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TACO CABALLITO TEQUILERIA


(609) 884-4800

tacocaballitotequileria.com

Enjoy this two-story, vibrant beachfront restaurant

that offers authentic Mexican dishes and handcrafted

margaritas made with artisanal tequilas.

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TISHA’S


(609) 884-9119

tishasfinedining.com

This local favorite serves delicious food for lunch

and dinner. And they have a pet-firendly patio too.

Check out their sister restaurants, 5 West Pub and

The Local Tavern, too.

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TOMMY’S FOLLY CAFE


(609) 884-6566

caperesorts.com

Filled with everything you need to keep you going

all day long. Enjoy fresh-brewed La Colombe coffee,

specialty drinks and an assortment of baked goods

and breakfast paninis.

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THE UGLY MUG


(609) 884-3459

uglymug.bar

A Cape May legend. Inside, you’ll enjoy a classic

pub atmosphere. Outside, it’s a great spot for

people watching. Check their ad for upcoming live

entertainment.

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UNCLE BILL’S PANCAKE HOUSE

Beach Avenue and Perry, Cape May

(609) 884-7199

Reliably good food — there is a reason why people

wait in line. You can sit outside with ocean and

beach views — and dine with your dog if the

weather is nice.

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VIGGIANO’S ON SUNSET

109 Sunset Blvd, West Cape May

(609) 435-5026

viggianosbyob.com

A family-friendly Italian restaurant, from the same

owners as the popular Conshocken restaurant.

Expect classic Italian food done right and a welcome

as hearty as the pasta dishes.

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VINCENZO’S LITTLE ITALY


(609) 889-6610

vincenzoslittleitaly.com

If you want to bring the family for a fine and fun

Italian meal, look no further. The kids will love it.

Excellent pasta dishes, and they’ve recently expanded

their pizzeria.

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WASHINGTON INN


(609) 884-5697

washingtoninn.com

Superb gourmet food, and a cool-but-cozy bar. Check

out an amazing wine list of over 10,000 bottles;

they’ve got the largest wine cellar in South Jersey.

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WESTSIDE MARKET

517 Broadway, Cape May

(609) 884-3061

westsidemarketwestcapemay.com

Breakfast, lunch, deli counter, butcher, groceries,

baked goods... Westside has it all! Pick up a few

sandwiches to bring to the beach or grab some steaks

to grill up for dinner.

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Joe

Canal’s

OF CAPE MAY & RIO GRANDE

DISCOUNT Liquor Outlet

Visit joe-canals.com - click on Cape May location

to place orders for curbside pickup.

918 RTE 9, CAPE MAY @ END OF PARKWAY • 609-884-7676

& RIO GRANDE @ 1613 RTE 47 SOUTH • 609-886-9786



Frank, Susan Sandy, Petar Lora, Molly

Kate, Delaney Lori, Bob Sue, Bill




Lexi, Megan Nicole, Brian Jennifer, John

Zoe, Margaret

Theresa, Gianna

Michael Kline


12/5: West Cape May Tree-Lighting

Ceremony At Wilbraham Park

Chris, Nicole, Nora, Johanna, Mike

JP, Claire, John, Mike

Ian, John, Bryan, Jane


12/5: West Cape May Tree-Lighting Ceremony At Wilbraham Park

Pat, Joe Bill, Wayne Chris, Mike

Lisa, Joe Hilda, Bob Peggy, Walt


The Answer Lady invites inquiries

from gentle readers on all manner of

relationship quandaries, matters of

the heart and ethics. If you’d like to

send a query, write to info@exitzero.

us. Or, simply sit back, enjoy a cup of coffee

and contemplate the wisdom herein.

Dear Answer Lady

I am 16 and worked for the first time last

summer. I worked with a landscaping company.

I really liked it and got a lot of tips,

which really surprised me. I still have the

money I earned and would like to spend some

of it on Christmas presents for my family.

I have an older sister and brother, plus my

parents. I would also like to get something

for my grandparents, but they seem to have

everything. I know they love the beach. It

sounds funny, but I’ve never bought anything

for anyone before and could use your

help. One more thing, I would like to buy

local, if possible. — New Consumer

Dear New

Welcome to the world of retail. How

The Answer Lady

Wise answers to life’s perplexing questions

thoughtful you are. You need look no further

than the Cape Island, Washington Street

Mall and Washington Commons. There’s a

good array of stores on the Mall and at the

Commons. Over in West Cape May, you

might find something very cool at Flying

Fish Studios for your siblings. For stocking

stuffers, pop into Just For Laughs on the

Mall. You’re bound to find something elegant

at Splash or Madame’s Port. Your parents

might like a gift certificate from Tisha’s

or Fin’s. As to your grandparents – why not

get them beach tags?

Dear Answer Lady

I’m a senior in high school and started

dating in September. She spent Thanksgiving

at her grandparents’ house in Pennsylvania.

I’d like to have her come to Christmas

dinner but sometimes the holidays at my

house are more like The War of the Roses.

My Mimi sometimes drinks too many

glasses of wine and starts in on my mom.

One year, my mother threw the bowl of

stuffing across the table and nearly smacked

her in the head. That was while my dad was

saying grace. Other times, everything is

fine. If I don’t invite her, it will look bad but

if I do and it’s war she may never talk to me

again. What should I do? — Stressed

Dear Stressed

Ahh there’s nothing like family at the

holidays. Take her on a MAC holiday trolley

tour and tell her the truth. Let her decide.

Remember, she’s dating you, not your Mimi.

FLYING FISH STUDIO

Hats Tees Tanks Sweatshirts Accessories Art

Merry Fishmas is here!

Shop this year’s Merry Fishmas design

in-store and online. Our shop is now

open daily now until Christmas from

10am - 4pm! Stop by for all of your

holiday shopping needs, or visit us

online at www.theflyingfishstudio.com

Our booth in West End Garage is

open Sunday - Thursday from 10am

- 5pm and Friday & Saturday from

10am - 6pm.

130 Park Boulevard | 609-884-2760 | www.theflyingfishstudio.com




Open Thu-Tue 10:30-5:00 closed wed

Cape May’s Full-Service Jeweler

Offering Custom Designs,

Watch Batteries & Repairs

Robin, Carol, Car

510 CARPENTERS LANE l 609-854-4489

Shop online at trinketscapemay.com

Want to be seen by

thousands of locals &

visitors each week?

Jana, Chris

Advertise in Exit Zero!

609-241-2326

info@exitzero.com

Peg Fraatz, Dave Tripoli, Toffee



Kurt, Jan Jerry, Mary Frank, Ellen

Stephanie, Craig Jennifer, John Linda, Wendy



Terri, Steve Bob, Terry John, Kate

Sara, Eva Jill, Dale Jim, Jackie


Classic American Tales

May Your Holidays Be Merry! See you in 2026!

MARGARET’S DIARY DURING A REVOLUTION

Written and performed by Gayle Stahlhuth

March 18: Cape May MAC’s Lunch and Learn

July 2: Cape May Public Library

PAUL ROBESON THROUGH HIS WORDS AND MUSIC

Performed by Derrick McQueen, Written by Gayle Stahlhuth

May 28: Cape May Public Library

TALES AT THE DORMER HOUSE

American stories read by a variety of performers

Thursdays from June 4 – October 15

FUNDRAISER WITH ANIMAL OUTREACH

Featuring two-time Grammy nominated Guy Davis

June 24: Cape May Point Arts and Science Center

For more information: 917-623-4965 - ClassicAmericanTales@aol.com - ClassicAmericanTales.org

Funding is possible in part by NJSCA/Dept. of State, the NEA, & Cape

May County Board of County Commussioners through the Cape May

County Division of Cuture & Heritage. Season Sponsor OceanFirst Bank.

H oliday

Trolley Rides

Cape May MAC launched its first

Christmas tour in 1974 and ever

since this tour has been a beloved

annual tradition and a highlight

of the holiday season in America’s

only National Historic Landmark

City. This self-guided walking tour

celebrates the best of Cape May at

Christmas, as you travel Cape May’s

gaslit streets, hear musicians and

carolers, and visit homes, inns, B&Bs,

churches and hotels where you’ll

step inside to see both Victorian and

more modern interiors beautifully

decorated for the holidays. Don’t

miss Cape May’s longest running

and most popular Christmas tour.

Saturdays, Dec. 13 & 20

5:30-8:30 PM

Tickets are limited!

Order yours online now at

ChristmasCapeMay.com

or scan the code below

Celebrate the magic of the season with

Cape May MAC’s Holiday Trolley Rides!

Join us for an unforgettable holiday

experience as we journey through

Cape May’s scenic streets and immerse

ourselves in the charm of this

historic town.

Choose from our festive tours:

• Holiday Lights Trolley Rides

• Santa’s Trolley Rides

• Spirited Cape May Christmas

Trolley Ride

• All That Glitters: Victorians Ring in

the New Year Trolley Tour

Bring family and friends, and make lasting

holiday memories in Cape May! Reserve

your seats now for a season to remember.

Tickets are limited!

Order yours online now at

ChristmasCapeMay.com

or scan the code below

CapeMayMAC.org

An Old-Fashioned Christmas

FREE Holiday Display. Located in the Carroll Gallery at The Emlen Physick Estate

Open Daily Nov 21-Jan 4*; check online for times

*Closed Thanksgiving Day and Christmas Day




Ally McLaughlin, Katie Crane, Alyx McLaughlin

Robert Panaccio, VMD

Robert Moffatt, VMD

Nancy Reilly, VMD

Patricia J. Link, DVM

Lisa Hammett, DVM

Nour Hussaein, DVM

Ean, Laura, Danielle

694 Petticoat Creek Lane, Cape May

609-884-1729 • capemayvet.com

hours by appointment


Shein, Mike, Kim




DENNIS J. SPILKER

Manager/Funeral Director NJ Lic. No. 4038

KEVIN J. BEARE

Funeral Director NJ Lic. No. 3806

Debbie and family

Cherishing Life’s Moments

609-884-3793

spilkerfuneralhome.com

Continuing a 90-Year Tradition of Serving

the Cape May and Lower Township Area

Papas and Bertulis families

The Manny family

General, Cosmetic & Restorative

Dentistry for the Whole Family

• Crowns, Fillings etc

• Oral Surgery, Root Canals, Implants

• Invisalign

• Teeth Whitening — Kor, Opalescence

• Same-Day Emergencies

• Botox and Dermal Fillers

Call or message us online to schedule

your appointment with Dr Evan!

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411 Park Boulevard, Cape May

609-884-5335 • capemaydental.com provider



Brigid and Joshua King

West Cape May kids


It’s hard to believe that another glorious

autumn migration is drawing to a close.

The songbird migration that began back

in August with those first Yellow Warblers

filtering south has run its course. Only the

hordes of Yellow-rumped Warblers remain

and many of these hardy birds will remain

with us all winter. In winter, the hardy Yellow-rumped

is able to augment its diet with

seeds, including poison ivy and bayberry.

These boreal forest breeders are found

from Newfoundland to Alaska and winter

across the southern US, north even to coastal

New England. Much of the bird’s hardiness

can be traced to versatility. Yellow-rumps

can do it all — glean insect larvae from tree

trunks, forage amid the leaf litter on the forest

floor, even snap insects out of thin air.

Pioneering ornithologist Alexander Wilson,

unaware that what he had stumbled upon in

the New World was a whole new bird family,

initially called them “flycatchers”.

Yellow-rumps are also adept at scooping

up insects floating on the surface of ponds.

Bird Droppings

Dispatches from the nation’s birdwatching capital… by Seymore Thanu

If you feed birds and offer suet, don’t be surprised

to see a Yellow-rump clinging to the

wire cage. The warbler family is, as the name

suggests, celebrated for their songs which, of

course, are not being uttered right now.

In winter, most adult warblers are not as

brightly attired as breeding birds. But in winter,

Yellow-rumps still flash their tell-tale yellow

rumps. Overall brownish, flushed birds

show three points of light as they fly directly

away — one bright rump and white corners

on the tail. Flushed birds will also usually

utter their distinctive flat chep note. Even in

winter, the birds gather in small flocks and in

woodlands also join mixed species flocks, led

by chickadees.

The vegetated dunes of the South Cape

May Meadows are a particularly good location

to find Yellow-rumps. Come April, adults

will be graying up and showing touches of

yellow on the flanks and crown. For those

whose field guides assigns the bird to the

genus “Dendroica”, a decade ago this was correct.

But the genus Dendroica was tabled by

the A.O.S in favor of “Septophaga,” Greek for

“moth-eater.” Why? I don’t know. I don’t sit

on the Ornithological Society’s Classification

Committee. But Dendroica, which is Greek

for “tree dwelling,” seems to me just as apt.

If a rose is a rose is a rose, a warbler by any

other name sings just as beautifully. But until

April, when the birds are moved to sing, a chep

is all you’ll get.


12/5: Christmas Tree-Lighting Ceremony At The Wooden Rabbit House

Don, Theresa Cheryl, Kathleen Father Miles, Gary Padussis

Cheryl, Jody Gary and Donna Padussis Dan and Captain Amanda Lee




If you love Cape May, you already have

a complex relationship with the winter

beach. It’s beautiful, except when it’s

brutal. It’s temperate, unless the wind

picks up. The skies are gray, except when

they are a brilliant blue. Small wonder that

some of my favorite beach photographs are

winter shots.

Taking photos on the winter beach

requires a bit of preparation. Of course, if

you’re an experienced photographer, you

don’t need advice from someone with a sixyear

old iPhone. When I asked a pro for tips

on winter beach portraits, she basically told

me to find an indoor site, because winter

can be uncomfortable for the models, the

photographer and the lenses. But, winter

does offer some advantages.

The sun rises later and sets earlier, so

you may be better able to corral the crew

for the “golden hour.” Even if you can’t,

the softer light of the winter sun should

be pretty all day, and a cloudy day creates

interesting shadows.

The Activity Column

Catherine Dugan’s guide to getting out there and enjoying this island

With fewer people around, you’ll have

large sections of the beach to yourself, so

you can take your time. Sit still to capture

a shore bird, or take your time posing your

models to get the fence, the lighthouse and

eye contact.

If you’re photographing kids, expect

chaos. Don’t put pressure on the models.

Instead, tell the well-fed and rested little

darlings that you’re taking a few pictures

before the fun begins, and wrap them in lots

of cozy gear. Unfamiliar gear works best

— you should get some adorable seasonal

shots as they are unwinding the scarves

and pulling off the mittens and earmuffs. If

you’re lucky, a small one will turn her little

chin up to a big one for help. Keep shooting

as you let them run around, flying a kite or

tossing a frisbee. Then, put the camera/

phone away because someone is about to get

wet. Oh, they’re just going to put their toes

in and their shoes are safely up on the promenade?

Ha! I don’t know how it happens, but

it does, and there will likely be tears, just as

the sun dips and the wind picks up. Bring a

full change of clothes and a blanket. Later,

marvel at how many cute shots you got.

Of course, professional photographers

can provide the best results, and Cape May

has several. M.P. Myers (mpmyersphotography.com)

specializes in portraits of children,

including your fur babies. Exit Zero’s

own Aleksey Moryakov (alekseyphotography.com)

does weddings, food and real

estate, in addition to portraits.


Just Listed!

The Black Duck Residences

101 Sunset Boulevard, West Cape May

12/5: Christmas Tree-Lighting

Ceremony At The Wooden Rabbit

David, Lisa

Bill and Karen

Black Duck Landing

Unit 2 (2nd Flr)

3 Bedrooms

3.1 Bathrooms

Approx 2,134 Ft²

Asking: $1,799,000

Black Duck Nest

Unit 3 (Penthouse)

3 Bedrooms

3.1 Bathrooms

Approx 2,134 Ft²

Asking: $1,999,000

These newly reimagined condominiums combine

thoughtful craftsmanship with an unbeatable

address above one of the town’s most charming and

walkable corridors only 4 blocks from the beach.

SCAN QR CODES TO SEE MORE!

Unit 2 Full Listing Info Unit 3 Full Listing Info

Justine and Zack Mullock

John and Mary Lou Gartland

Listing Agent

Carol Menz

Broker of Record

Cell: (609) 374-0325

Office: (609)884-5005

www.CoastlineRealty.com

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May


Steve, Ed

Candy, Steve

12/5: Christmas Tree-Lighting

Ceremony At The Wooden Rabbit

Cape Harbor Shell

GASOLINE

DIESEL

PROPANE

TOWING

TIRE CHANGES

Ethel, Ted, Nancy, Fred

OIL CHANGES

MOST CARS REPAIRED SAME DAY!

Located At Exit 0 on the Garden State Parkway

609-898-0855 capeharborshell.com

Listed at $1,625,000.

222 Broadway,

West Cape May

3 Beds, 1.5 Baths

Justine, Cher, Lia

This charming corner-lot

home features a welcoming

front porch, beautiful wood

floors, and flexible living

space. The kitchen offers

Corian counters, with three

bedrooms and a full bath

upstairs, plus extra storage

on the third floor. Outdoor

gardens and a charming

shower complete this blend

of character and modern

comfort.

Steve, Lexie, Molly

Gail Wilsey-Morrison, Broker Associate

gailwilsey@gmail.com

609-602-0405 | 609-884-1007

501 Lafayette Street, Cape May


12/5: Christmas Tree-Lighting Ceremony At The Wooden Rabbit House

Britt, Sue, Jake Chris Clemans, Emily Krycia Bea, Maureen, Mary Lou

Jake Cuomo, Mayor Zack Mullock Susan, Gary Donna, Theresa

BOB HARTMAN JR

Realtor Sales Associate

Cell 609-780-4626

BobHartmanJr@CoastlineRealty.com

Contact me for all your sales

and rental needs!

23 BEECHWOOD AVENUE, VILLAS

941 Columbia Avenue,

Cape May, NJ

D 609-846-5376

O 609-884-5005

Holli Cappelli ABR, SRS


hollicappelli@coastlinerealty.com

hollicappelli.com

Coastline Realty still has plenty of beautiful vacation

homes available for next season. Reach out today!

Looking to buy or sell? I’m here for you, too!

Beautifully maintained 3-bedroom, 2-bath home in the

picturesque Bayside Village community with fenced back

yard and 30 x 24 detached garage. $559,000.

941 Columbia Avenue, Cape May 609-884-5005

Happy Holidays and Happy New Year!

Looking forward to a wonderful 2026.


Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal

Three cat-tastic felines from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 609-465-8923

JOEY is an 11-year-old, 18-pound gentle

giant who found himself at the shelter after

his owner moved away and left him behind.

He’s scared and confused after losing the

only home he has ever known. He has always

lived indoors and has never been around

other cats, dogs, or children, so a quiet, adultonly

home would be best for him.

JASPER is an 8-month-old boy who was rescued

with his siblings after being born to a

feral mother on the beach. After months in

a loving foster home, he’s now vaccinated,

neutered, house-trained, and ready for his

forever family. Jasper will happily curl up

beside you for hours. He’s an affectionate boy

and gets along well with other cats.

FOGHORN came to the shelter with a fractured

elbow — an injury his previous owners

believed came from a run-in with a rooster.

He uses his leg to play, and though walking

and running make him “skate” a bit on

that front leg, it doesn’t slow him down one

bit. He is 8 months old and needs to remain

inside. Foghorn is good with other cats.


12/5: City Of Cape May Tree-Lighting

Ceremony At Rotary Park

Barbara, Bernie, Victoria

The Peoples Squad


Ash, Alicia, Judy, Casey, baby Sophie

Enrich Your Life... Adopt An Animal

Three dog-tastic pooches from the Cape May County Animal Shelter and Adoption Center... call 609-465-8923

DUKE was surrendered when his owners

realized they did not have the proper experience

to train a German Shepherd. This breed

requires patient introductions with several

meets before they feel truly comfortable.

Once he trusts you, he becomes sweet, affectionate,

and happily leans in for pets and

play. Duke’s first birthday is December 17!

FINN is a large, lovable boy who came to the

shelter when his owner could no longer keep

him. He is shy at first but quickly becomes

an affectionate companion. He loves fetch,

enjoys back scratches and is a big fan of car

rides. Finn did well with older children in his

previous home and would be happiest with

a family that lets him settle at his own pace.

THOR is a goofy, happy year-and-a-half-old

boy who came to the shelter when his owner

could no longer care for him. He loves attention

and will “talk” to anyone walking past

his kennel. His leash skills are great and he

brings the same joyful enthusiasm to his

walks as he does to playtime. He previously

lived with children but does not like cats.


Jersey Cape

Realty

SALES & RENTALS



BUYING & SELLING

WITH INTEGRITY

& TRUST

Heijung Park-Colameco

Broker Salesperson

609-602-8641 (c)

Market Expert

Experienced Negotiator

Results Driven

Contact “Heijung”

for your next

Real Estate Move!

Jersey Cape Realty, Inc.

Dolores Lanzalotti, Broker / Owner


609-884-5800 www.JerseyCapeRealty.com

Mack, Starling, Sonja

The Rue family


Locals

PROPERTY PAGES

Executive Home on Cape May Avenue! This shore

retreat offers five bedrooms, two-and-a-half

baths, outdoor entertaining areas, and close proximity

to the beach, historic district and nearby

attractions.

A first-floor bedroom and powder room offer

a convenient option for family or friends. The

primary bath has a large Jacuzzi tub, a tile shower,

and his-and-her sinks. A center staircase leads

upstairs to four bedrooms and two full baths. The

fenced-in yard gives you privacy for your summer

barbecues, entertaining around the heated

pool or relaxing in the screened-in cabana with a

book. This unique street offers a tree-lined island

separating both sides of the road with plenty of

parking. Asking price: $2,500,000.

1257 CAPE MAY AVE, CAPE MAY

Contact William “Yogi” Kurtz of Coldwell Banker Sol Needles at 609-780-6557.




12/5: City Of Cape May Tree-Lighting Ceremony At Rotary Park

Mike, Sharon, Kim

Joe, Oli, Ana, Toni

The Silvestri family

Christmas Crawlers


This week, two takes on Wicked: For Good,

the box office sensation and likely Oscar

nominee. According to Rotten Tomatoes,

audiences are loving it, while critic

response is good, but less enthusiastic.

First from Will: The wait is finally over!

It has been a year since Elphaba, The Wicked

Witch of the West (Cynthia Erivo) flew away on

her broomstick from “the authorities.” Now it is

time for the rest of the story in Wicked: For Good.

Your big questions about the Wizard of Oz,

which you’ve probably had since childhood, are

answered. How does Glinda the Good (Ariana

Grande) get her bubble? How does the Wicked

Witch of the East get crushed by a farmhouse?

What are the back stories of the Cowardly Lion,

Tin Man and Scarecrow?

How far are you willing to go when all you

stand for is challenged or mocked? Elphaba

faced this in the first installment when she

stood up for the animals who were treated

brutally. No amount of pressure or rejection

stopped her from giving up. Glinda the Good

was the friend who always supported her.

The Movie Column

By guest columnists Will Rodebaugh, III and Julia Rose

It seems like we can find that person in our

lives who always sticks by us. There is support

in this world which makes it a little easier to

follow our dreams and stand up for what we

believe. An important message from an enjoyable

film!

Now from Julia: Wicked: For Good was

decent, but it could’ve been better. The director

made some questionable choices when it came

to pacing and storytelling. Certain transitions

and plot points felt almost soap-opera-esque,

while others felt too small for how monumental

they were supposed to be.

Some moments hit home — for example,

the Tin Man leading the March of the Witch

Hunters, and Glinda and Elphaba saying goodbye.

But there were many moments that felt

brushed over.

I was left wondering if we needed Wicked to

be two movies. It seems like they threw in songs

that were unnecessary, and the long anticipation

for the sequel almost makes it impossible

to meet viewer expectations.

Still, the cast was outstanding. You cannot

go wrong with Erivo and Grande — they were

magnetic on screen. You really resonate with

both of their characters, and what they both had

to lose was heartbreaking. It all ties together

nicely. Overall, I’m disappointed by some of

the choices but happy the story was told today,

especially with these actors.

What’s your reaction to this blockbuster

movie? We want to hear from you. Email

flixyoumissed@gmail.com.


MARGARET KITTNER BETHEL


CAPE MAY COUNTY

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