The Pier Shops at Caesars

Enjoy HapPIER HOUR at The Pier Every Friday from 9pm-12am!

The Pier Shops at Caesars introduces HapPIER Hour every Friday evening from 9 pm-12 am. Guests can experience hot deals on cool cocktails from 9pm to 12am. HapPIER Hour at The Pier Shops is the perfect place to spend a Friday evening!

Revelers can enjoy $5 cocktail specials, $4 wines, $3 beers, live entertainment throughout the night, as well as, grab a delicious bite to eat! All of The Pier’s seven restaurants will feature this late night HapPIER Hour including: Buddakan, The Continental, Game On!, Phillips Seafood, Sonsie, Souzai Sushi and Sake, and The Trinity Irish Pub and Carvery.

About The Pier Shops

The Pier Shops at Caesars located on Atlantic City’s historic boardwalk is a world-class shopping, dining and entertainment destination. Built on a 900-foot pier over the Atlantic Ocean, The Pier Shops is a driving force in the historic coastal town’s ongoing transformation. With approximately 80 high-end retail stores and restaurants, The Pier Shops boasts such luxury names as Burberry, Gucci , and HUGO BOSS, as well as some of the East Coast’s most renowned restaurants, including Stephen Starr’s modern Asian Buddakan and casual Continental, Patrick Lyons’ bistro Sonsie, Trinity Irish Pub, and spectacular sports bar Game On!, and Baltimore’s famed Phillips Seafood, and Atlantic City’s best Sushi Bar Souzai. The Pier Shops also features The Water Show, an interactive water, light and sound spectacular. For more information, visit www.thepiershopsatcaesars.com.

The Pier Shops at Caesars -- Where Fashion & Fun Meet

Counting down until Friday at 5 p.m. Why wait until the weekend when you can shake off the midweek blues at The Pier Shops at Caesars? Every Tuesday and Wednesday from 4 to 7 p.m., the seven new bars and restaurants on the third floor, Promenade Level of The Pier Shops will offer samplings of food and drink specials, while the retailers showcase various designers, host trunk shows or sample sales and participate in informal modeling.

Seven restaurants are now open at The Pier Shops: Buddakan and Continental from Philadelphia’s famed Stephen Starr, Sonsie, Game On and Trinity Pub from Boston nightlife guru Patrick Lyons, Phillips Seafood from Maryland’s beloved Steve Phillips and Souzai Sushi & Sake. They each offer a diverse menu and breathtaking sunset views over the Atlantic Ocean. Guests are invited to stop by the 60+ retail stores at The Pier Shops, before or after heading to the Promenade to taste signature drinks and dishes from the newest additions to AC’s dynamic dining scene.

For details on Sample Sale Tuesdays or Sunset Happy Hour Wednesdays, check web site www.thepiershops.com.

Shopping

Dress up for the season and, in fact, any time. Turn your shopping chores into a full-fledged weekend getaway. Spend the night at Caesars and you’ll receive a $100 gift card. You can shop for everyone on your list, then enjoy the time away to check out one of The Pier’s newest hot spots. Relax at the spa. Hit the tables. Or take in a show. Whatever you do, forgo the stressful trip to the mall and discover the treasures awaiting you at The Pier. Shop. Dine. Now you can shop, dine, and play like an A-lister!

With a variety of mid-to high-end stores, The Pier Shops’ first floor Boardwalk Level has something cool for everyone on your list. Make your own candy bars at IT’SUGAR. Check out the latest gadgets at Apple. Head upstairs to the couture floor on the Bridge Level to peruse the latest fashions from brands like Burberry and Louis Vuitton. Pick up some chocolate pearls at IRIDESSE. Laura Mercier’s Beauty Book is available at Cos Bar and The Art of Shaving has lots of fun gifts for the guys on your list.

At Your Service

The Service Station on the first floor at The Pier Shops has you covered! Attendants are always available to make your excursion special. Need dinner reservations? Want a personal shopper? It's all here. Gift wrapping or help with a gift card for your hard-to-please friends can all be arranged. Just stop by or phone 609.345.3100 and you'll receive movie star treatment. Car service to pick you up and package delivery to simplify your trip home can also be arranged. And, if you find wrapping gifts to be a chore, let The Pier Shops at Caesars pamper while you shop, dine, and play like an A-lister. At The Service Station on the first floor, a customer service representative will arrange your door-to-door car service and package delivery, plus make restaurant reservations or even personal shoppers can guide you to find the perfect gift -- leaving yu time to enjoy all the great dining and entertainment that The Pier Shops has to offer.

Head up to Level Three of The Pier Shops to experience seven new restaurants, like Stephen Starr's celebrated hotspots. Sip a sake cocktail and enjoy the view at Souzai or go to Game On for a frosty pint and a few minutes of football. If you love seafood, plan on dining at Phillips; I did and it's fantastic with great service.

After purchasing all your gifts, let volunteers from Gilda's Club, an organization that supports people touched by cancer, wrap your packages as you relax your weary feet in the luxe Gift Shopping Lounge. With over 60 shops and boutiques, seven restaurants and bars, and jam-packed schedule of holiday entertainment you can shop like a star at The Pier Shops at Caesars.

Check web site www.thepiershops.com for more information or call 609-345-3100.

For more information, check web site www.thepiershops.com.

ATLANTIC CITY CONVENTION CENTER, BOARDWALK HALL “ALWAYS TURNED ON” TO FREEFI NETWORKS' FREE WI-FI SERVICE

FreeFi Networks (www.freefinet.com), a Los Angeles-based company offering content and advertiser-supported Public Internet Wi-Fi access, in partnershipwith the Atlantic City Convention Center and Historic Boardwalk Hall, has announced what could be the East Coast’s largest free WiFi ‘hotspot.’ With the installation of the advertising supported network, consumers and visitors at both locations will be able to enjoy a high speed, modern and fully functioning WiFi connection.

The Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority (ACCVA) awarded FreeFi a multi-year contract with the facilities. The free public access WiFi network covers nearly the entire footprint of the Convention Center, including all five exhibit halls and pre-function areas, as well as the adjacent rail station, and Historic Boardwalk Hall, the city’s special events venue located on the world’s famous Boardwalk.

For clients who require other options, such as private Wi-Fi with more bandwidth or wired connections for private LAN, the Convention Center and Boardwalk Hall can provide several levels of service.

FreeFi Networks plans continued expansion into additional airports and large public venues around the country. FreeFi sponsors have included Microsoft, Toyota, Verizon, American Express, Charles Schwab, Holiday Inn, Zappos.com, Ford and Toshiba. FreeFi clients include Denver International Airport, the world’s largest free Wi-Fi airport, and it’s most recent launch at the Oakland International Airport.

About FreeFi Networks

FreeFi provides free Wi-Fi access services while driving revenue to host venues, which will include airports, hotels, convention facilities, college campuses and more. The private, closely held company is led by media and business professionals with backgrounds in online and traditional advertising, wireless infrastructure, real estate and technology and has offices in Los Angeles and Fort Lee, New Jersey. FreeFi Networks plans continued expansion into additional airports and large public venues around the country. For more information about FreeFi Networks, please contact Lawrence Laffer at 818-206-2502 or log on to www.freefinet.com.

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Taste the Atlantic City Difference

Mention Atlantic City and confection in the same sentence and there is no other than James’ Salt Water Taffy. Dating back to the 1800s, James Candy Company offers everything from salt water taffy to chocolate to macaroons. Easy to find locations in Atlantic City - including The Pier Shops at Caesars - Wildwood and Stone Harbor, not to mention a mail order catalog, make taffy an ideal present. You can also visit their online store at www.jamescandy.com for easy shopping. Online store specials include a one pound box of taffy free with the purchase of $40 or more. A special addition this year is complimentary nostalgic wrapping paper, which is a recreation of the company’s original wrapping paper from the early 1900’s.

For those who get a little nutty during the holidays, there is the Boardwalk Peanut Shoppe. Home to the world-famous Mr. Peanut, the Boardwalk Peanut Shoppe specializes in premium nuts and hand dipped chocolates. There are plenty of gift baskets to choose from including the Seashore Treasure Bucket for $17.99, which includes peanuts, salt water taffy, and caramel corn. There is also an Executive Basket, which includes assorted Von Jaeger chocolates, pistachios and assorted nuts, dark cocoa dusted truffles, chocolate covered pretzels and select European cookies, all for $119.00. Order online at www.boardwalkpeanuts.com or call 1-888-55PNUTS.

Macaroons are a Jersey Shore tradition and the place to get them is G. Carl Tripician Macaroons, located in Absecon, NJ. Open since 1910, Tripician Macaroons offers homemade macaroons, fudge and chocolate covered pretzels. Current online specials include gift wrapping free of charge with the purchase of one, two or three dozen Macaroons gift boxes. Order online at www.boardwalkmacaroons.com or call 609-645-1546 or toll free at 1-800-645-4815.

Steels Fudge can be found on both the Atlantic City and Ocean City Boardwalks. Specializing in delicious fudge, taffy, cookies and candy, Steels Fudge is a “don’t miss” when coming to the shore. There is a combo box containing one-pound of fudge and one-pound of taffy for as low as $16.50 and a one-pound tin of Steel’s Brittle Cashew for $12.00, just to name a few selections. You can order online at www.steelsfudge.com or call 1-888-783-3571.

Give the Gift of Atlantic City

While there are plenty of tastes that say Atlantic City, there are also many attractions that have become synonymous with the city that is Always Turned On.

Absecon Lighthouse ---

Visit the gift shop in the Absecon Lighthouse and choose from a variety of lighthouse merchandise including lighthouse replicas. There are plenty of gifts to choose from no matter your budget, including clothing, jewelry, toys, books, artwork, photography, spoons, pillows and more. The Lighthouse can also ship a special request for a $5 shipping and handling fee. The Absecon Lighthouse is open from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. every day except Tuesday and Wednesday. For more information, visit www.abseconlighthouse.org or call 609-449-1360.

Events at the Lighthouse:

Absecon Lighthouse, New Jersey’s tallest and the country’s third tallest, is introducing fun, educational birthday parties for kids. The parties are being offered on Sunday afternoons and include a presentation of lighthouse history, a 12 minute movie, tour of the facility, climb to the top, access to exhibits, Keeper’s Cottage, a two-acre manicured lawn, tables and chairs, and free on-site parking. Families will bring their own food, cake and beverages. To set up a birthday party, call the Director of Education Programs, Stephanie Carr, at 609-449-1360. For more information about Absecon Lighthouse, visit our website at www.abseconlighthouse.org.

Absecon Lighthouse is a state-owned historic property administered by the non-profit Inlet Public/Private Association. Located at 31 So. Rhode Island Avenue in Atlantic City, it is open to visitors Thursdays through Mondays, 11 am to 4 pm, and every day in July and August. Absecon Lighthouse received a general operating support grant from the New Jersey Historical Commission, a division of Cultural Affairs in the Department of State, and a cooperative marketing grant from the Office of Travel & Tourism.

The Atlantic City Art Center --

located on Garden Pier at New Jersey Avenue and the Boardwalk, offers an array of gift ideas including jewelry, artist prints and note cards, hand-blown glass, and includes a selection of Atlantic City historical books. Prices range from $10 to around $50. For more information, visit www.acartcenter.org or call 609-347-5837.

The Atlantic City Historical Museum’s gift shop --

also on the Garden Pier, offers Atlantic City memorabilia including historical calendars, the book Atlantic City: 125 Years of Ocean Madness by Vicki Gold Levi and Lee Eisenberg and the historical film Boardwalk Ballyhoo. For more information, call 609-347-5839 or visit them online at www.acmuseum.org.

The Atlantic City Aquarium --

at Historic Gardner’s Basin on North New Hampshire Avenue offers fun and educational sea-themed gifts, sweatshirts, t-shirts, plush toys, puzzles and games. With gifts priced under $25, you can find plenty of stocking stuffers as well. Call 609-348-2880, ext. 14, or visit www.oceanlifecenter.com. The Aquarium is open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The Marine Mammal Stranding Center --

located just around the corner from Atlantic City in Brigantine, has a gift shop featuring “Cupid the Seal” t-shirts, pins, jackets, stuffed animals, window decals and gold and silver jewelry. For those who don’t have time to visit, there is the Adopt-a-seal program. Your adoption donation will help provide food, medicine and care of a sick or injured seal with a gift of just $25. Each Adopt-a-seal package includes a certificate with your name and a photo of your adopted seal, along with its individual history. Fall and winter visiting hours are 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturdays. For more information, call 609-266-0538 or visit www.marinemammalstrandingcenter.org.

Visitor Welcome Centers --

located on the Atlantic City Expressway at mile marker 3.5 and on the Boardwalk at the Mississippi Avenue side of Boardwalk Hall. You’ll find an abundance of Atlantic City logo merchandise including golf caps, teddy bears, sweat shirts, t-shirts, AC decals, flip flops, striped carry-alls, and candles. You can even get E-ZPass on the go for $29.

Both centers are open seven days a week. The Expressway Visitor Center is open from 9 a.m. until 5 p.m. and the Boardwalk Visitor Center is open from 9:30 a.m. until 5:30 p.m.

SPECIAL EVENTS

TOURS

Hop aboard Cruisin 1 of Atlantic City Cruises and enjoy a tour through Atlantic City’s back bays and Atlantic Ocean for an exciting view of the ever-changing skyline. This summer, try a Marine Mammal Adventure cruise for dolphin watching and enjoy commentary from an onboard marine naturalist. There are many cruises to choose from, all originating from Atlantic City’s Historic Gardner’s Basin. For more information, call 609-347-7600 or visit www.atlanticcitycruises.com.

At The Pier Shops at Caesars, mention First Wednesday at Sonsie and enjoy half price appetizers along with half price select white and red wines by the glass, half price mixologist cocktails and half price beer at the bar all night. Be sure to mention First Wednesday to your bartender. While at Sonsie, don’t forget to try their new menu with a focus on the freshest and finest steak and seafood. For more information, call 609-345-6300.

Historic Boardwalk Hall,

which first opened in 1929, received a $90 million renovation to transform the building into a modern special events arena capable of variable seating for up to 13,800 people. The facility is the home to an array of events including concerts, boxing and other sports, family shows and community events. Visit at www.boardwalkhall.com for more information. Boardwalk Hall is an SMG-managed facility.

Boardwalk Hall is the official home of the Atlantic 10 Conference Men’s Basketball Championship, March 12-15, 2008. The A-10 Conference consists of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte, University of Dayton, Duquesne University, Fordham University, The George Washington University, La Salle University, University of Massachusetts, University of Rhode Island, University of Richmond, St. Bonaventure University, Saint Joseph’s University, Saint Louis University, Temple University, and Xavier University.·

Ride N’ Glide Segway Demos and Tours --

Perfect for the adventure seeker, this activity takes place out of Historic Gardner’s Basin and nearby Ventnor. Ten minutes for $10 gets you instruction on how to use and ride the Segway at Atlantic City’s Gardner’s Basin on weekend evenings. For a full-on tour, the seaside Ventnor location will take you from the bay to the Boardwalk, mornings and evenings, for up to eight people. Start or end your day by visiting local landmarks in this very unique way!

For more information, visit www.ridenglide.com.

Hop aboard Cruisin 1 of Atlantic City Cruises and enjoy the a tour through Atlantic City’s back bays and Atlantic Ocean for an exciting view of the ever-changing skyline. This summer, try a Marine Mammal Adventure cruise for dolphin watching and enjoy commentary from an onboard marine naturalist. There are many cruises to choose from, all originating from Atlantic City’s Historic Gardner’s Basin. And if you are looking for a bird’s eye view of Atlantic City, look no further. Atlantic City Cruises is also offering parasailing. Enjoy a single or tandem flight out of Gardner’s Basin.

For more information, call 609-347-7600.

If you want to see the sites and sounds of Atlantic City on your own, then visit the Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority Web site, www.atlanticcitynj.com, and click on the Boardwalk Walking Tours banner. You can print out an exciting and informative walking tour to take along with you as you stroll the Atlantic City Boardwalk. Beginning with New Jersey Avenue and Garden Pier with the Atlantic City Art Center and Historic Museum, along with Showboat – The Mardi Gras Casino, you can read along as you walk all the way to Boston Avenue and the Atlantic City Hilton Casino Resort. Spread the tour out over a few days or do it all at once, the choice is yours.
For more information about The Pier Shops at Caesars,check web site www.thepiershops.com .

Atlantic City Attractions

Atlantic City Outlets – The Walk,

--that’s why it’s important to get a Preferred Customer Discount Card available on First Wednesday at Ultra Diamonds and Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. The Atlantic City Convention & Visitors Authority serves as the destination's principal marketing arm, stimulating economic growth through convention, business and leisure tourism development. The Authority oversees the management of the Atlantic City Convention Center and Boardwalk Hall on behalf of its parent agency, the New Jersey Sports and Exposition Authority. For complete Atlantic City informationOne can always find a deal in any of the retail outlets and restaurants in

Absecon Lighthouse

on Rhode Island Avenue in Atlantic City is also offering a Buy One Get One Free admission in honor of First Wednesday. Admission is $7 for adults, $5 for seniors, and $4 for children ages 4 to 12. The Absecon Lighthouse is open from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on First Wednesday.

Atlantic City Boardwalk Hall Gift Certificates Available

Look no further for the perfect gift because Boardwalk Hall Gift Certificates are now available and are great for all ages and all occasions. And, you don't have to waste time wrapping it! The gift certificates are redeemable at the Boardwalk Hall Box Office toward the purchase of tickets for any of the Hall’s great events. From the action-packed thrill of professional boxing to magical family shows and premier concerts, Boardwalk Hall has an event for everyone to enjoy. Valid for one year from the date of purchase, Boardwalk Hall gift certificates allow your family, friends, co-workers and clients to select the event they’d like to attend. Boardwalk Hall gift certificates can be purchased at the Box Office, which is located on the Boardwalk in front of the facility.

They are available in increments of $10, $20, $30, $50 or $100. The Box Office accepts cash, Visa, MasterCard and American Express. Complimentary short-term parking is available in the Mississippi Avenue garage for guests purchasing gift certificates or tickets. Box Office hours are Monday through Friday, 11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and four hours prior to all events (two hours before afternoon matinee shows).

For more information about Boardwalk Hall, check web site www.boardwalkhall.com.

ATLANTIC CITY AQUARIUM IS A HIDDEN GEM

Located at Historic Gardner's Basin Waterfront Park, the Atlantic City Aquarium is well worth spending a full morning or afternoon admiring the exhibits as well as learning about the ocean's inhabitants.

Seventeen aquarium tanks and nearly 50,000 gallons of water showcase the marine environment in and around Gardner's Basin. See fish of the New Jersey coast, as well as sharks and "Groman," a 100-pound Loggerhead Turtle, in a 25,000 gallon tank. This threatened marine reptile can grow as large as 400 pounds! If that's not enough reason to be here, check out the new "Dive and Dine" show where divers dive and the fish dine daily at 11 am (Saturday only September through June). Kids - and adults - can even ask questions while the diver is underwater feeding the aquarium's resident rays, sharks and sea turtle.

Try to find the Moray Eels; they prefer hiding among rock crevices to ambush their prey, grabbing them with their three rows of teeth. These monster looking specimens can grow to be 10 feet long and they certainly are scary looking. Or, head over to the new Shark & Ray Touch Tank featuring two species of rays. Feeding times are at noon and 3 pm and, if you wish, you can purchase special food and feed them.

The live Piranha Exhibit boasts a 350 gallon tropical environment that replicates a cross section of the Amazon River including numerous live piranha fish. There are also tanks filled with Clownfish and Anemone. Sea anemones form a symbiotic relationship with clownfish - with the anemones housing clownfish within their stinging tentacles and clownfish defending their anemone against potential predators.

Other exhibits include Bearded Dragons, Seahorses, nature photography, ocean rubbins, an Indo Pacific Tank, a coral reef, ocean oddities, and a touch tank. History buffs will love the display of antique diving helmets from around the world, plus much more.

You may lose at the tables in Atlantic City, but you'll come out a winner after touring this marvelkous aquarium.

Directions: The aquarium is located at 800 N. New Hampshire Avenue, Atlantic City, NJ; 609-348-2880. From anywhere in Atlantic City, travel north on Atlantic or Pacific Avenues; turn left on New Hampshire Avenue and follow to the end. Stop before you hit the water! Free parking and dockage is available when visiting this attraction. For more information check web site www.atlanticcityaquarium.com.

Open year-round, 7 days a week from 10 am-5 pm. (Closed Thanksgiving, Christmas & new Year's Day). Admission charged with discount for seniors and children under 3, free

EVENTS

There's always something new here. Add to that the mpressive 4D Theater*, a suspended 40-ft Shark Tunnel, scores of FREE live shows and animal feedings, a redesigned Touch-A-Shark*, and over 200,000 square feet of air conditioned space and Adventure Aquarium may just be the coolest trip your family takes this Summer.

Don't forget to PRINT YOUR TICKETS FROM HOME and skip to the front of the line!

Don't forget to check out the brand new Tiger Shark - the only one on exhibit on the East Coast!

THESE FLYERS AREN'T AFRAID OF SHARKS! Two Philadelphia Flyers Celebrate Shark Week in Unique Way!

Philadelphia Flyers Forward Riley Cote and Defensemen Braydon Coburn celebrated SHARK WEEK in a very unique way! The players "took the plunge" into Adventure Aquarium's 550,000-gallon Shark Realm Exhibit to participate in its Swim with the Sharks Adventure.

The players went head to head with over 30 sharks, including Sand Tigers, Sand Bars, Nurse Sharks and more, before entering the Stingray Lagoon to hand feed & snorkel with scores of beautiful stingrays.

WATCH the Flyers as they come face-to-face with Adventure Aquarium's sharks!

JOIN ADVENTURE AQUARIUM & CLEAN OCEAN ACTION FOR FALL BEACH SWEEPS

Did you know that it can take up to five years for cigarette butts to biodegrade, and up to 600 years for fishing line? Every year, millions of pieces of discarded trash end up along our beautiful New Jersey shore line. This trash does more than ruin the aesthetics of our beaches, it poses a real threat to native wildlife that become entangled in trash or accidentally ingest it. The good news? Each and every one of us CAN make a difference when it comes to protecting our oceans.

Join Aquarium officials for the 2009 Ventnor, NJ Beach Sweep on Saturday, October 24th from 9:00 a.m. until 12:30 p.m. in Ventnor, NJ.

Interested volunteers will meet at Ventnor Beach & Newport Avenue (park near the Library and meet at the gazebo for supplies & instructions). Please wear closed-toed, hard-soled shoes and dress for the weather, as the Beach Sweep will occur rain or shine. Also, don't forget your sunscreen and remember, it can be chilly on the beach in October!

So, gather up interested family and friends and join Adventure Aquarium and Clean Ocean Action for our Fall 2009 Beach Sweep. For more information, directions, or to book a group of volunteers, email beachsweep@adventureaquarium.com.

Adventure Aquarium | 1 Aquarium Drive | Camden | NJ | 08103

BASKING RIDGE

Relax, Replenish & Rekindle in the New Jersey Countryside --- Introducing the “Basking in Romance” Couples Escape Packages

North Maple Inn, the Four Diamond hotel located in the beautiful countryside of Basking Ridge, has announced a luminous weekend escape package designed to rekindle the romance in every couple’s relationship.

Entitled “Basking in Romance,” the couples weekend escape includes luxurious guestroom accommodations at the award-winning North Maple Inn, an exquisite five course Epicurean Experience food & wine tasting menu Saturday evening, chilled champagne delivered to the couple’s guestroom, chocolate covered strawberries upon arrival and the full use of plush his & her bathrobes throughout the weekend. Also provided is a delicious breakfast in bed and late check out the next day! The Basking in Romance package is from $229 per couple per night.

If a couple is feeling particularly romantic, they many wish to consider the Inn’s over-the-top weekend escape, called “Basking in Bubbles.” The Basking in Bubbles romance package provides the couple with a deluxe whirlpool suite and accompanying bubble baths and bath oils. Included in the package is the Chef’s five-course Epicurean Experience food & wine tasting menu Saturday evening and the renowned Jazz & Champagne Sunday Brunch served in the elegant lobby living room. Luxurious his & her bathrobes are theirs to enjoy throughout their stay and then to take home. The Basking in Bubbles package is from $349 per couple per night.

North Maple Inn is renowned for its gracious hospitality and superb cuisine prepared by its highly skilled hospitality and culinary team. The popular five course Epicurean Experience food & wine tasting menu pairs wines from around the world with five sumptuous courses designed to tantalize even the most sophisticated palate

Those couples who choose the Basking in Bubbles package will also savor North Maple Inn’s Jazz & Champagne Sunday Brunch. The elegant brunch features live jazz and a vast array of superb culinary delicacies as well as the Inn’s signature Bellini Aperitif. Champagne Brunch is a perfect conclusion to a weekend of romance.

North Maple Inn is located in Basking Ridge, New Jersey, near exit 30 of I-287, equidistant between I-78 and I-80 and comfortably accessible from all points in the state. The Inn is 50 minutes from Manhattan. A Four Diamond property, North Maple Inn offers 171 well-appointed guestrooms with 16 spacious suites and 20,000 square feet of event space. The hotel also offers Coasters, a casual lounge; Cuisine, a restaurant serving eclectic American fare in an open-hearth kitchen; and an elegant ballroom. North Maple Inn provides complete fitness and recreation facilities for hotel guests. The property is one of the finest hotels in New Jersey.

For more information on North Maple Inn’s Basking in Romance and Basking in Bubbles romance packages or to make reservations, call 908-953-3000 or check web site www.northmapleinn.com.

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ADVENTURE AQUARIUM

If you're looking for a fun day for all ages, head to the Adventure Aquarium. Here, regularly scheduled daily shows will keep you amused and educated. At Scuba Snacks in Ocean Realm, see scuba divers hand-feed Cownose Stingrays. Or, if you love watching penguins, plan on attending the Penguin Feeding and Talk, or take a picture with the playful seals in the Underwater Viewing Area of Seal Shores. If you Venture to Africa, you'll learn about the hippos, porcupine and exotic birds, while Divers of the Deep will fill you in on exploring an incredible underwater world. Ever wonder what makes sharks so scary? Learn about them during the Secrets of the Shark Realm talk.

The Feeding Frenzy Cafe serves Philly cheesesteaks to soup and salad combos, plus favorites for the kids. The food is quite pricey, but when you're tired and want to get feeding time overwith and not venture out hunting for a restaurant, it's fine. The 4D Theater, featuring Spongefish 4D Ride, is designed to put you in the middle of the action with a series of spectacular effects. Timed tickets are required for entry to this theater, and patrons must be at least 36" tall and occupy their own seat.

Adventure Aquarium is fully accessible for guests in wheelchairs and to those for whom steps are a challenge. Stop by the Information Desk in the Lobby before beginning your tour for a map to make the visit much easier.

For more information contact Adventure Aquarium at 1 Aquarium Drive, Camden, NJ 08103; 856-365-3300, or go to web site www.adventureaquarium.com.

Adventure Aquarium Events

Conveniently located on the Camden Waterfront, Adventure Aquarium offers a unique setting for your next event. Take in scenic views of the Philadelphia skyline while wandering through our exotic and fascinating exhibits. We are now booking for weddings, bar and bat mitzvahs, birthday and anniversary parties, client and employee appreciation outings, awards presentations, off-site planning meetings, product or conference kick-off receptions, holiday celebrations and more! Whatever the occasion, your guests will have a one-of-a-kind experience at Adventure Aquarium.

Currentballroom.com Gets a Makeover

Been aimlessly "fishing" around the Internet for a venue to hold your next event? Check out the all new CurrentsBallroom.com, an improved website featuring Adventure Aquarium's exquisite Currents Ballroom, the perfect venue for your next event. With three movie screen-sized windows into our 550,000-gallon Shark Realm exhibit, a panoramic view of the Philadelphia Skyline and a world class catering partner, CURRENTS is a dramatic and beautiful site to host your next event, from weddings, mitzvahs, corporate events, anniversary and birthday celebrations and more. And now, the redesigned CurrentsBallroom.com website allows you to access a 360 degree virtual tour of the facility, as well as access a photo gallery, menus, reviews, and more! Visit www.CurrentsBallroom.com today and start your event planning from the comfort of your home computer!

Purchasing an Adventure Aquarium Passport is easy!

Email passports@adventureaquarium.com. Call 856-365-3300 x 7380 from 9:30 am to 5:00 pm, 7 days a week Stop by the Will Call Ticketing Window to renew your Passport in person. Be sure to mention the promotional code, "explorer" to receive the discount.

This promotion is valid for a limited time only, so act now to begin a year of unforgettable family fun! Be sure to supply the promotional code "explorer" to receive your discount!

More events:

Underwater Journey
Mingle in front of our 760,000-gallon Ocean Realm exhibit full of colorful fish, shark rays, and stingrays while taking in a spectacular view of the Philadelphia skyline.

Underwater Safari
Venture into our Shark Realm with incredible views of almost 30 sharks, as well as a 40-foot walk-through Shark Tunnel for an immersive escapade. You'll explore the unknown as you travel into the beautiful, bizarre and wondrous world of the deep sea.

Open Ocean Voyage
Broaden your adventure with this total aquarium option! Enjoy a wonderful cocktail reception while viewing all the exhibits, and then sit down for dinner in front of the 760,000 gallon Ocean Realm viewing window with views of magnificent fish from around the world.

The CURRENTS Experience
Submerse yourself in our 9,000-square foot ballroom with a contemporary design of flowing ceiling panels and etched wave walls. With three movie screen-size windows showing the 560,000-gallon Shark Realm exhibit, as well as a stunning waterfront view of the Philadelphia skyline, CURRENTS is the perfect place to hold your next event.

For more information on facility rentals, as well as additional options during evening events including dive shows, contact our Facility Sales office at 856-365-3300 ext. 7375 or email eveningadventures@AdventureAquarium.com.
*Special pricing incentives available for groups of 75 and above!

Eco-Adventures - the Trip of a Lifetime

Experience animals in their natural habitats, learn from experienced animal specialists, visit some of the most beautiful places on earth, and have all travel arrangements made for you! For more information on Adventure Aquarium's Eco-Adventures, link to www.holbrooktravel.com/AdventureAquarium/), contact Ms. Pelin Karaca at Holbrook Travel at 800-451-7111, ext 338, or email Pelin@holbrooktravel.com.

Adventure Aquarium's Ignaugural Deep Sea Splash

Dress to impress at the inaugural Deep Sea Splash at Adventure Aquarium. With the best view of the Philadelphia skyline and underwater creatures, this party is one you can't miss.

Enjoy:

An open bar and champagne toast at Midnight
Delectable food
Music by Center Stage Entertainment
Premium view of the fireworks from either inside or outside on our deck
Complimentary Parking

For a more intimate evening, upgrade to the VIP party. Space is limited, so book your reservations today.

$130 for Deep Sea Splash
$170 for the VIP party in Currents Ballroom
(prices do not include NJ Sales Tax)

To book your tickets online and for more information go to www.AdventureAquarium.com or email EveningAdventures@AdventureAquarium.com.

For more information about ADVENTURE AQUARIUM, exhibits, tickets, groups, directions and more visit website www.AdventureAquarium.com.

CAMDEN CITY GARDEN CLUB

The Camden City Garden Club is a non-profit (501) (c) (3) environmental organization that was established in 1985, and was formed to assist Camden City residents with community gardening. The Club has grown steadily with the addition of new programs.In 1989 Grow Lab was started and, in 1994, the Summer Youth Job Training program was initiated. The Garden Club began exhibiting in the Philadelphia Flower Show in 1997 and in 1999, after 5 years of planning and fundraising, the Camden Children's Garden was opened.

The mission of the Camden City Garden Club is to provide horticulture based recreational and educational opportunities for residents of all ages of the City of Camden and the Delaware Valley. The program is an important part of urban re-greening Camden and members assist with clean-up, fencing, composting, mulching, seeds, seedlings, and advice. The program helps residents garden on city-owned trash-strewn vacant lots which then are transformed into beautiful and productive vegetable and flower gardens. For a modest membership fee, Garden Club members are provided with all material needed to create a productive garden in their home, at their community organization's site, or on an adopted vacant city lot.

Grow Lab

The Grow Lab is one of the Club's community outreach programs, serving over 500 Camden students and daycare children each year. It teaches Camden elementary school children science, math, nutrition and environmental concepts thorugh horticulture. Grow Lab is a mini-indoor greenhouse developed by the National Gardening Association with a curriculum that reflects the New Jersey Care Curriculum Standards for science in grades K-5th grade, and teaches children science and math skills through horticulture. The staff visit each class once every two weeks to teach lessons and monitor progress. The program serves approximately 500 children each year within Camden.

The Camden City Garden Club also creates full-time and part-time employment for students from the City of Camden ages 14-21 throughout the year in their youth Employment and Job Training Program. This program, developed in 1994, incorporates classroom-style training, job experience, field trips and educational co-op opportunities for students. The youth learn basic landscaping, sales, office and maintenance duties, and hosting interactive activities during special events for Garden visitors. Several of the youth have been co-op students earning credit and salaries while completing high school. In 2007 youth developed an Environmental Advocates Program in the Camden Children's Garden (see below under Camden Children's Garden), and had the garden certified as a National Wildlife Habitat and installed a rainwater harvesting cistern.

CAMDEN CHILDREN'S GARDEN

During June, I took my grandchildren, ages 6 and 12, to the Camden Children's Garden. I wasn't disappointed - and neither were they. We discovered that this garden is for all ages and is both entertaining and educational. Plan on an entire morning or afternoon here; you'll need it to explore and read the interesting information posted at each garden area. Kids won't be able to resist the Spring Butterfly Ride. It goes above the tree tops of the Garden and provides a unique opportunity for families to ride above the Garden for a butterfly's eye view of the garden's features. The ride is 30 feet high and consists of a brightly colored column with two sets of five seats attached. The ride lifts riders to the top of that column and 'spring' down again - kind of like the Parachute ride that used to be in operation at Coney Island - but a whole lot lower.

Even I couldn't resist taking the Arrow River Train Ride -- and it was so good, that I treated myself and the children to three rides on it. This is a 3-scale train ride that surrounds miniature landscapes and the Camden Caboose, which was built in 1942 for the New Haven Railroad. After that we all went on the Commerce Carousel, themed especially for the Camden Children's Garden complete with a rose horse, rooster, pig, cat, and hummingbird.

The mission of the Camden Children's Garden is to provide stimulating garden environments to engage families in creative and imaginative play. Within the thematic and demonstration gardens, visitors discover how plants are important to our everyday lives, while hands-on activities allow children and adults to realize that gardening is fun, easy, and can be enjoyed by everyone.

The outdoor exhibits include:

Violet Fountain Plaza -- Themed around the New Jersey State floweer, the Common Violet, this is a great place to cool off - for the fountains keep squirting on and off through bubbling mushrooms.

Dinosaur Garden - Young paleontologists can follow a walkway into a prehistoric environment where walls surround lush plantings. A large dinosaur -- created from recycled automobile parts and designed by New Jersey sculptor Jim Garry -- appears to be munching on the leaves of a Ginkgo tree. A sand area provides plenty of opportunity to dig and explore for fossil casts, while a baby Hadrosaurus, the famous Haddonfield New Jersey dinosaur, sits in its nest with several eggs that offer fun for climbing.

Storybook Gardens - Children's stories are brought to life in this magical garden. Visitors enter a land where pigs live in houses and tend their gardens in The 3 Little Pigs Garden. Follow Jack as he climbs the beanstalk and enters the Giant's Garden. The Frog Prince sculpture sits at the edge of the pond in the Frog Prince Grotto. Or search as Mary Lennox did for the Secret Garden. Climb into the teacups in the topsy-turvy tea party scene in the Alice in Wonderland Garden and sit in the Queen's chair.

Cityscape Garden -- This exhibit features urban gardening and illustrates creative ways to pursue the love of that hobby on a small scale. Demonstrations for the Community Gardening program are conducted in the Cityscope Garden to teach amateur gardeners how to grow fresh fruits and vegetables in their own backyards and city lots. It is also a certified wildlife habitat and demonstrates how to garden to support the needs of wildlife. It also features a rain water harvesting cistern, donated by Organic Gardening and several compost bins.

Butterfly Garden --This garden was fantasic, for when we visited, the butterflys were very active. Learn all about the relationship between plants and nature's winged jewels in this section, and about the types of plants that can be placed in a garden to attract butterflies and other pollinators to your home garden.

There's also a Picnic Garden with colorful sculptures of giant ants made of recycled automobile parts. Feel free to bring your lunch or snacks and have it in this location where a large picnic basket serves as a walk-through arbor. The Red Oak Run and Treehouse is the perfect place for gazing down upon the maze garden. The Red Oak Run maze represents underground life, with plants overhead and life size burrows. Kids are welcome to explore the winding paths and crawl through tunnels as if they were burrowing animals or insects. If you're fortunate enough to be at the Garden during an entertaining and educational presentation, head over to the Piney Woods Amphitheatre. Don't worry about getting a seat; it serves 160 visitors.

Don't leave before entering the Philadelphia Eagles Four Seasons Butterfly House and Education Centre. It is amazing! Installed in 2001, this indoor 1,200 square foot facility is home to many species of beautiful butterflies gracefully fluttering through a lush tropical environment. There's usually someone inside who can answer your questions, and you can borrow one of the photo/information boards to identify and learn more about one or more butterflies that you admire.

There is much, much more to see and do here. Parking is next door and very safe.

For more information, contact The Children's Garden, 3 Riverside Drive, Camden, New Jersey 08103; 1-856-365-8733 or go to web site www.camdenchildrensgarden.org.

CAPE MAY

Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC).

MAC is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Cape May’s heritage. MAC also fosters the performing arts. MAC membership is open to all. For information about MAC’s year-round schedule of tours, festivals, and special events, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278, or visit MAC’s web site at www.capemaymac.org. For information about restaurants, accommodations and shopping, call the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cape May at 609-884-5508.

CAPE MAY DINING

Delight in an elegant four-course Tea Luncheon at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., from 11:30 a.m. daily. Combine a tea luncheon and a tour of the Designer Show house on a date of your choice. You can take your show house tour at your leisure, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., before or after your luncheon. Tickets are $35 per person and are inclusive of tax and gratuity.

Please reserve your luncheon/tour date at the tearoom by calling 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278, extension 138.

Every Sunday you can enjoy an oceanfront breakfast at Aleathea’s Restaurant, 7 Ocean St., and afterward tour the Designer Show house at your own pace. Breakfast/tour packages are $30 per person and are inclusive of tax and gratuity. Confirm your Sunday breakfast/tour date by calling 609-884-5404. This year’s 1847 manor house with its restored carriage house and beautiful gardens is located on one of Cape May’s most prestigious streets. The home has 11 bedrooms, six large bathrooms, formal parlors, covered porches, dining room, kitchen, and a library or study, with a total of 21 design areas in the house.

Without dining combinations, individual Show House admission is $20 per person. Every tour is self-guided and each visitor will receive a full-color program book with information about the designers, products and vendors.

The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Cape May’s heritage. MAC also fosters the performing arts. MAC membership is open to all.

For information about MAC’s year-round schedule of tours, festivals, and special events, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278, or visit MAC’s Web site at www.capemaymac.org. For information about restaurants, accommodations and shopping, call the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cape May at 609-884-5508.

CAPE MAY EVENTS & TOURS.

Celebrate the Cape May Lighthouse's 150th Anniversary on Oct. 31

The Cape May Lighthouse, one of the oldest continually operating lighthouses in the country, was first lit Oct. 31, 1859. In honor of the beacon's 150th anniversary, the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) is holding a celebration from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. on Saturday, Oct. 31 on the grounds of the Cape May Lighthouse, located at Cape May Point State Park on Lighthouse Avenue off Sunset Boulevard.

The official ceremony kicks off at 1 p.m. with brief remarks on the Cape May Lighthouse's history and costumed reenactors including General George G. Meade who will be accompanied by his honor guard and Dr. Emlen Physick. Afterwards, the candles on the Lighthouse's birthday cake will be blown out and the cake along, with light refreshments, will be served to the public. There will also be storytelling on the grounds, music and book signings from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. In addition to the events, admission to climb the lighthouse will be reduced to $1.50 for adults and children all day on Saturday, Oct. 31. The Cape May Lighthouse is open from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

The current tower is the third structure to be built on the site. The first, erected in 1823, stood 68 feet tall. It sat on land that is now covered by water, about 100 yards off the current shoreline. Undermined by erosion, the tower fell into the sea. The second lighthouse was constructed in 1847. Due to its poor design, this 78-foot tower was eventually demolished. In 1857, the Army Corps of Engineers began construction of the present lighthouse. The cost of the 157-foot tower, plus two keepers' dwellings, was about $40,000. The tower is made of brick, with both an exterior and interior wall. The outside wall is conical, with a diameter of 27 feet at the base and 10 feet, 6 inches at the top. The cylindrical interior wall supports the 199 step, cast-iron spiral staircase. Both walls rise 145 feet to the watch room and outside gallery (current viewing platform), which sit beneath the lantern at the top, an active aid to navigation that is still operated by the U.S. Coast Guard.

In 1983, the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC), Cape May's leader in historic preservation, expressed interest in restoring the Cape May Lighthouse to its original condition. In December 1986, MAC leased the Lighthouse from the State of New Jersey, with the mission of restoring, maintaining, and opening the structure to the public. MAC opened the ground floor to the public on July 18, 1987, and the full tower on May 28, 1988. Visitors can now climb this historic beacon's 199 steps to the watch gallery for an unparalleled view of the Jersey Cape and Atlantic Ocean.


The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Cape May's heritage. MAC also fosters the performing arts and membership is open to all. For information about MAC's year-round schedule of tours, festivals and special events, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278, or visit MAC's website at www.capemaymac.org. For information about restaurants, accommodations and shopping, call the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cape May at 609-884-5508.

1048 Washington St., Cape May, NJ 08204 (609) 884-5404 or (800) 275-4278

Through January 3, 2010

Cape May’s fifth annual Designer Show House: The region’s top designers and suppliers transform The Carpenter Cottage, 511 Franklin Street. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Sam Adams Beer Dinner: Celebrate Oktoberfest at the Mad Batter, 19 Jackson St., with a four-course dinner featuring the brews from Sam Adams. Limited to 60. Admission $65. Friday, Oct. 16 at 7:30pm. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Through October 31

Halloween Happenings in Victorian Cape May: Two weeks of specially-themed tours and events including Ghostwriter Trolley Rides, Miss Parmentier’s Psychic Teas, Historic Haunts Combination Tours, Phantoms of the Physick Estate and much more to help you get into the “spirit” of the season! Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information or to make reservations, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Sherlock Holmes Weekend: Join Sherlock Holmes for a weekend of mystery and intrigue, Friday through Sunday, Nov. 6-8. Includes performances, tour, luncheon and prizes. Cost varies per activity. Weekend overnight packages are available. The Search for Clues tour on Saturday, Nov. 8, can be purchased separately. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Nov. 7

Fall Arts & Crafts Festival: More than 40 vendors come to Cape May to sell hand-made novelties including seasonal decorations, gift items and more. Saturday, Nov. 7 at Star of the Sea Parish Hall. $1 adults, free for children under 12. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Nov. 20, 2009-Jan. 3, 2010

Cape May’s Holiday Season: Seven weeks of special holidays tours and events including Holiday Preview Weekend (Nov. 20-22), 36th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tours (Dec. 5, 12, 19), Dickens Christmas Extravaganza (Dec. 6-8), Plus Lamplighter Christmas Tours, Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides, Emlen Physick Estate Christmas Tours, Holiday Inns Tours, Evening Holiday Lights Trolley Rides, Evening Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides, Santa’s Trolley Rides, and more. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information or to make reservations, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

An Old-Fashioned Christmas Exhibit: An exhibit of holiday traditions through the years complete with vintage Santas, model trains, trees, toys and much more! At the Carriage House Gallery at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May, Friday, Nov. 20 through Sunday, Jan. 3. The Gallery is open daily (except Thanksgiving and Christmas); hours vary. $2 for adults and $1 for children (ages 3-12) or free with any tour of the Emlen Physick Estate. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information or gallery hours, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Nov. 20-22

Holiday Preview Weekend: Get a head start on the holiday season and enjoy a variety of special Christmas tours and events before the crowds arrive. Don’t miss the official Christmas tree lighting ceremony on Saturday, Nov. 21. Santa arrives at 7 p.m. to flip the switch and light the hundreds of bulbs on the tree. Includes Holiday Lights Trolley Rides, Emlen Physick Estate Christmas Tours, Ghosts of Christmas Past Trolley Rides, Santa’s Trolley Rides and more. Friday through Sunday, Nov. 20-22. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information or to make reservations, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Nov. 20

Holiday Preview Weekend Wine Tasting Dinner: Get into the holiday spirit with a five-course international dinner paired with great wines made from unusual grapes. Limited to 60. Admission $75. Friday, November 20 at 7:30pm at the Mad Batter Restaurant, 19 Jackson St. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Nov. 21

Christmas Tree Lighting Ceremony: Come to the grounds of the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., for the Christmas tree lighting with special guests Santa Claus and Dr. Physick. Refreshments will be served, and guests may enjoy a free self-guided tour of the Physick Estate. 7 p.m., Saturday, Nov. 21. Co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) and the City of Cape May. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Chocolate Fantasy Buffet: If you love chocolate (and who doesn’t?), you won’t want to miss the Chocolate Fantasy Buffet. Milk or dark, whatever your preference, you can fulfill your chocolate fantasy in the decadence of a completely chocolate buffet. Washington Inn Chef Kathleen Cressman-Pastiu will be on hand to share the secrets of her trade. 2 p.m. at the Washington Inn, 801 Washington St. Saturday, Nov. 21. Admission is $35 per person. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information or to make reservations, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Nov. 27 and 28

Holiday Crafts Fair: Your holiday shopping starts in here! Shop for unique hand-made gifts and seasonal decorations. Friday, Nov. 27 from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Star of the Sea Parish Hall. Adults $1, Children (ages 3-12) free. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Dec. 5

36th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tour: This self-guided tour, the main attraction of Cape May's festive holiday season, features homes, inns, hotels and churches decorated for the holidays, plus caroling, strolling musicians and good old-fashioned cheer. Hospitality centers offer warm beverages and home-baked treats. Includes admission to the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and the Carriage House Gallery. Continuous shuttle service on heated trolleys. 5:30-8:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 5. Adults $25, children $20 (ages 3-12). Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Dec. 6-8

Dickens Christmas Extravaganza: Enjoy the sights and sounds, tastes and scents of Dickens’ era. A variety of lectures and performances about Dickens and the Victorian world are offered daily. The festivities conclude with a proper Victorian Feast. $150 per person. Sunday, Dec. 6 through Tuesday, Dec. 8. Complete packages with accommodations are also available. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information or to make reservations, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Dec. 11

Holiday Wine Tasting Dinner: Celebrate the holidays early with a festive five-course dinner paired with great wines under $20, perfect for holiday gifts. Limited to 60. Admission $75. Friday, December 11 at 7:30pm at the Mad Batter Restaurant, 19 Jackson St. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Dec. 12

Holiday Cooking Class and Lunch: Join the chef from the Mad Batter for a quick class on cooking for the holidays. Includes a light three-course lunch at the famous restaurant on 19 Jackson St. Limited to 30. Admission $45. Saturday, December 12 at 1pm. Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

36th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tour: This self-guided tour, the main attraction of Cape May's festive holiday season, features homes, inns, hotels and churches decorated for the holidays, plus caroling, strolling musicians and good old-fashioned cheer. Hospitality centers offer warm beverages and home-baked treats. Includes admission to the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and the Carriage House Gallery. Continuous shuttle service on heated trolleys. 5:30-8:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 12. Adults $25, children $20 (ages 3-12). Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Dec. 19

36th Annual Christmas Candlelight House Tour: This self-guided tour, the main attraction of Cape May's festive holiday season, features homes, inns, hotels and churches decorated for the holidays, plus caroling, strolling musicians and good old-fashioned cheer. Hospitality centers offer warm beverages and home-baked treats. Includes admission to the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and the Carriage House Gallery. Continuous shuttle service on heated trolleys. 5:30-8:30 p.m., Saturday, Dec. 19. Adults $25, children $20 (ages 3-12). Sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC). For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

ONGOING TOURS AND EVENTS

The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) offers trolley, walking, and boat tours throughout the years. Dates and times vary seasonally; call for availability. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

Around Cape Island Boat Tour: Board the Cape May Whale Watcher for a sightseeing cruise around the isle of Cape May. $22 for adults, $12 for children (ages 3-12).

Best of the West Trolley Tour: A narrated trolley tour through West Cape May highlighting its history, farms, shops, vintage cottages and African-American heritage. $10 for adults, $7 for children (ages 3-12).

Cape May by Land and Sea: A 30-minute maritime themed trolley tour along the beachfront and eastern end of Cape May with drop-off at the Miss Chris Marina where participants will board the Cape May Whale Watcher for the evening Around Cape Island Cruise. Complimentary hot dogs and pizza are available on the boat. $30 for adults, $18 for children (ages 6-12).

Cape May by Moonlight: Take this romantic trolley ride through the moonlit streets of Cape May as a guide tells tales of Victorian romance. Available daily, times vary. $10 for adults, $7 for children (ages 3-12). Tours begin and tickets are available at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth.

Cape May Family Treasure Hunt: Discover the fun of exploring Cape May and uncovering its architectural elements from a kid’s perspective. Packet includes clue sheet and map that will take you on a self-guided discovery tour, set to your own pace (answer sheet also included). Available daily, year-round. $5 per packet (Only one packet is needed per family). Co-sponsored with Preservation New Jersey.

Cape May Innteriors Tour and Tea: Sample the very best of Cape May on this interior tour of four Victorian bed & breakfast inns and guesthouses, and enjoy a light afternoon tea at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café at the Emlen Physick Estate. Adults $20, Children $15.

Cape May Lighthouse, Oil House and Museum Shop: 1859 structure with 199 steps to watch gallery for a panoramic view of the Jersey Cape and Atlantic Ocean. Museum Shop carries souvenirs, books, videos and other maritime items. Dates and times vary. Cape May Point State Park, Lower Township. Admission to the Visitors’ Orientation Center and the ground floor of the Lighthouse is free. Tower admission is $7 for adults; $3 for children (ages 3-12).

Carriage House Tearoom and Café: An English tradition brought to Victorian Cape May, featuring a Tea Luncheon of sandwiches, salads, soups, breads, pastries and beverages, and Elegant Afternoon Tea of finger sandwiches, pastries, scones and beverages. The café menu also offers heartier fare with a selection of entrée salads, soups, sandwiches and wraps. Carriage House Tearoom and Café is on the grounds of the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St.

Children’s Physick Estate Tour: Find out what life was life more than 125 years ago on guided tours of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, geared to 5 to 10-year-olds. Tours last about 30 minutes. $10 for adults, $5 for kids.

Children’s Trolley Ride: Board MAC’s jolly red trolley for a guided tour of Cape May’s Historic District especially for 3-7 year-olds. See wonderful Victorian architecture, with gingerbread you can’t eat and witches’ caps. $6 per seat.

Combination Trolley/Physick Estate Tours: Guided trolley tour of Cape May’ Historic District, followed by a guided tour of Cape May’s only Victorian House Museum, the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. $18 adults; $9 children (ages 3-12).

Fire Control Tower No. 23: Opening April 2009! Visit the newly restored World War II coastal artillery lookout tower, Fire Control Tower No. 23, on Sunset Boulevard near Sunset Beach. Learn how to aim the big guns at the entrance to Delaware Bay as you climb to the top. $6 adults; $2.50 children (ages 3-12).

Fisherman’s Wharf Tour: Guided tour of the Fisherman’s Wharf at the Lobster House. Learn how your seafood gets from the sea to your table and discover how Cape May has become the second largest commercial fishing port on the East Coast. $10 adults, $7 children (ages 3-12).

Ghosts of Cape May Trolley Tour: A 45-minute evening ride through the streets of Cape May with a guide who will relate the paranormal findings of Ghost Writer Craig McManus. $10 for adults, $7 for children (ages 3-12).

Ghosts of the Lighthouse Trolley Tour: Travel the ghostly path that leads to the Cape May Lighthouse. Listen to the ghost tales along the way that have been unearthed by psychic medium Craig McManus. Feel the presence of the spirits at the Light. Climb to the top or stay below. Enjoy your ghostly experience. $20 for adults; $15 for children (ages 3-12).

Harbor Safari: A marine biologist leads tour-goers through Cape May’s beach and marsh habitats to view and learn about the plants and animals in South Jersey. $10 adults, $5 children (ages 3-12).

Historic District Trolley Tours: Get acquainted with Cape May on a trolley tour as knowledgeable guides present entertaining and educational stories about the nation’s oldest seashore resort. $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 3-12).

Historic Haunts Combo Tour: Get into the spirit of things on a trolley tour of some of Cape May’s regal Victorian residences, reputed to host more than the living. Then it’s a guided tour of the historic (some say haunted) Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., with a discussion of Victorian spiritualism. $20 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12).

Keeper’s on Duty: The perfect prelude to a climb of the Cape May Lighthouse. Learn the historic beacon’s story, as told by one of the current keepers at the Education Center in Cape May Point State Park (adjacent to the Cape May Lighthouse). All Keeper’s on Duty are free and open to the public.

Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour: This tour features a century of beachfront development, from Victorian cottages of the 1870s through the most up-to-date of today’s housing. It includes some of the most magnificent structures ever erected in Cape May. Tour takes about 45 minutes and costs $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 3-12).

Physick Estate Tour: Entertaining and educational guided tour of the 1879 Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., Cape May’s only Victorian House Museum. New theme in 2009: “HERstory.” $10 for adults; $5 for children (ages 3-12).

Pirates and Shipwrecks Children’s Trolley Tour: A narrated trolley tour for children ages 6-12 that describes the early history and inhabitants of Cape Island. $10 for adults, $7 for children (ages 3-12).

Queen Victoria Gardens Tour: Stroll through the wonderfully preserved, beautiful gardens around the four buildings of the Queen Victoria, 102 Ocean Street, a renowned bed and breakfast in the heart of historic district. Purchase tickets at the Washington Street Mall Information Booth. Admission is $7 and includes a booklet that describes the plants found in numbered areas throughout the property.

Rest in Peace, Victorian Style: Join members of the Physick family in this living history tour at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., as they mourn the passing of a member of the household, and learn about funeral customs of the Victorian era. $10 adults, $5 children (ages 3-12).

Rest in Peace, Victorian Style Combination Tour: Combines the “Rest in Peace, Victorian Style” tour at the Physick Estate with a Historic District Trolley Tour. $18 for adults, $9 for children (ages 3-12).

Self-Guided Audio Tour of Cape May: Discover the Historic District of Victorian Cape May at your own pace with Acoustiguide Inform hand-held units. Tour comes complete with a map and index for 96 historic buildings on 69 sites. Available daily from 9 a.m.-2:30 p.m., at the Hill House office at the Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. Rental fee: $10 per unit.

Storytelling at the Lighthouse: Bring your young children to the Education Center in Cape May Point State Park (adjacent to the Cape May Lighthouse) to listen to nautical tales and lighthouse adventure stories. Free admission.

Teddy Bear Tea Party: Children can share a special treat, kid-friendly menu and teddy bear music with their favorite bear or doll at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café, Emlen Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St. $17.50 for adults; $10 for children (ages 3-12).

Walking Tour of the Historic District: Designed for those who like history up-close and in detail. Knowledgeable guides lead a stroll down the streets of Cape May’s Historic District. $10 for adults and $5 for children (ages 3 -12).

Welcome to Cape May Trolley Tour: Discover points of interest, activities and special events sponsored by both MAC and other non-profit organizations throughout Cape May. It’s a perfect introduction to town. $10 adults, $7 children (ages 3-12).

Winery Cellar Tour and Tasting: Spend an afternoon at the award-winning Cape May Winery. Tour includes a barrel tasting accompanied by cheese and fruit and a complimentary tasting glass. $20 per person.

World War II Trolley Tour: Guided two-hour tour of coastal fortifications at Cape May Point such as Battery 223 and Fire Control Tower 23, the Cape May Canal and Naval Air Station and Aviation Museum in Wildwood. Tickets $20 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12).

Halloween Tours

The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) offers a full schedule of Halloween tours and events fthrough Oct. 31. Dates and times vary. For more information, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278 or visit www.capemaymac.org.

A Ride with the Ghostwriter: This 45 minute evening trolley ride takes you through the streets of Cape May’s Historic District with psychic medium Craig McManus (the Ghostwriter of Exit Zero fame) providing the narration. Craig will talk about ghosts and spirits, the history of the houses where he has sensed activity and legends of ghost activity in Cape May. Admission $20 for adults, $15 for children (ages 3-12).

Madame Parmentier’s Psychic Tea: Enjoy a Halloween-themed tea at the Carriage House Tearoom and Café located on the grounds of the Physick Estate, 1048 Washington St., and learn what the future holds for you (all in good fun, of course). During the tea, you may encounter wandering fortune-tellers or the odd phrenologist. Includes Tea Luncheon. Admission $25; reservations necessary.

Midnight at the Physick Estate Tour: 25 lucky people will get to spend midnight in the haunted Physick Estate with author and ghost investigator Craig McManus. Craig will share his experiences and perhaps channel a spirit or two. Admission $25.

Phantoms of Cape May Tour: Enjoy a self-guided tour of Cape May’s Victorian treasures with a twist. See them decked out in ghoulish fashion for the Halloween season. Includes admission to the Phantoms of the Physick Estate Tour. Includes trolley shuttle. Admission $20; children $15 (ages 3-12).

Phantoms of the Physick Estate Tour: Visit Cape May’s original haunted house and stroll Scarecrow Alley. Come to Dr. Physick’s estate for this special self-guided tour featuring a variety of Victorian Halloween happenings including spooky sounds, special effects and scary stuff. Admission $10, children (ages 3-12) $5.

Tales of Terror Trolley Ride: A costumed guide spins tales of terror from the Victorian era as the trolley winds its way past flickering gas lamps through the ghostly streets of Cape May on this 30-minute evening ride. Admission $10 for adults, $7 for children (ages 3-12).

The Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts (MAC) is a non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation and interpretation of Cape May’s heritage. MAC also fosters the performing arts. MAC membership is open to all. For information about MAC’s year-round schedule of tours, festivals, and special events, call 609-884-5404 or 800-275-4278, or visit MAC’s Web site at www.capemaymac.org. For information about restaurants, accommodations and shopping, call the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cape May at 609-884-5508.

Cherry Hill

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant Opens in Cherry Hill

What do you get when you combine the charm and value of a traditional, old-fashioned fish house with the top-notch food and service of an upscale restaurant? McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurant, of course. A new McCormick & Schmick’s opened on March 15, 2008, at 941 Haddonfield Road, in Cherry Hill’s Town Place at Garden State Park.

In keeping with McCormick & Schmick’s tradition of offering only the freshest seafood, the restaurant’s menu will change twice daily. A generous variety of aged steaks, poultry, entrée salads and pasta, all created with the finest ingredients, will also be available to please the palates of even the most discriminating diners. Executive Chef Karen Mitchell will work with area farmers to ensure the menu reflects local flavor and seasonality.

McCormick & Schmick’s commitment to freshness continues in its full-service bar where all juices are fresh squeezed and cocktails are hand shaken in the tradition of classic mixology. The restaurant’s bar will also feature the famous McCormick & Schmick's widely recognized and award winning $1.95 bar food menu, available during afternoon and late-night happy hour.

Tom Brewer, formerly of Starr Restaurant’s Barclay Prime, will serve as general manager of the Cherry Hill McCormick & Schmick’s. In addition to the restaurant’s approximately 300 seats, a private function space is available. And there’s an outdoor patio for al fresco dining. The restaurant is open daily for lunch, happy hour, dinner and late night. For reservations, call 856-317-1711.

About McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood Restaurants focus on serving a broad selection of fresh seafood with a menu printed twice daily, featuring the signature “Fresh List” of more than 30 varieties of fresh seafood, in addition to aged steaks, poultry, entrée salads and pasta. Each restaurant’s chef contributes to the menu’s unique and imaginative appeal by creating dishes tailored to regional tastes and their own talents. McCormick & Schmick's offers an inviting atmosphere and a high quality, diverse menu for everyone from casual dinners, families and tourists to business travelers and special occasion diners. Learn more at www.McCormickandSchmicks.com.

CLINTON

Clinton Book Store Happenings

Clinton Book Shop is the place to be for books, cards, music, gifts and more. Stop in and check out the World of Good with fair trade gift items, eco-friendly calendars, wide assortment of cards, magazines and of course, lots of books. Don't forget that the gift cards never expire here and come in the denomination of your choice. Ask about the FIRST EDITIONS book club, another great gift item for the BOOKIE in your life

You may have also noticed a new face at the book shop. Lisa joined the staff last month and brings with her a wealth of knowledge and reading experience. Although her favorite reading is a good mystery, she dabbles in a bit of everything. She is interested in starting a Mystery Lovers Book Club.

Remember that you can register for any of the events posted in advance by calling the shop. Remember that all books presented for signing at Clinton Book Shop events must be purchased through the Clinton Book Shop. Proof of purchase may be required.

Location of the Clinton Book Shop is: 33 Main Street | Clinton | NJ | 08809

A NOTE from Clinton Book Shop Owner Harvey Finkel:

First Edition Book Club

The Clinton Book Shop is forward with the First Edition Book Club. This is an opportunity for the serious reader/collector. Each month customers will be offered a first edition, first printing and in most cases, signed by the author. Also each month, forthcoming books to be added will be announced. To obtain your copy advanced payment is necessary and the book is non-returnable.

For more information on how to get in on the ground floor of this exemplary offer, email to: readbooks@clintonbookshop.com Please put FIRST EDITION in the header and you will be added to those customers already signed in.

A Reminder: It is the policy that all books presented for signing, be purchased at the Clinton Book Shop. Proof of purchase must be presented at the time of author signings.

ENGLEWOOD CLIFFS

More soon

ESSEX COUNTY

Essex County Environmental Center

A variety of programs are being offered at the Essex County Environmental Center that will teach children and adults about nature and help them gain a greater appreciation and understanding of our environment. Essex County Executive Joseph N. DiVincenzo, Jr. invites children and adults to visit the Environmental Center where they can enjoy an enriching recreation experience through nature and conservation education.

“Our Environmental Center has become the premiere location for environmental education and nature appreciation. With the help of our partner groups, we have created a dynamic schedule of events and activities that will captivate the attention of all ages,” DiVincenzo said. “Walk in our woods, discover habitats, get pointers on gardening, learn about nature photography and much more. It’s all about nature and it’s all at our Environmental Center,” he added.

The Essex County Park System was created in 1895 and is the first county park system established in the United States. The Park System consists of more than 6,000 acres and has 17 parks, five reservations, an environmental center, a zoo, ice skating rink, roller skating rink, three public golf courses, golf driving range, two off-leash dog facilities and a castle.

Registration is required for all programs at the Essex County Environmental Center, unless otherwise noted. For more information or to register, please call 973-228-8776.

The Essex County Park System was created in 1895 and is the first county park system established in the United States. The Park System consists of more than 6,000 acres and has 18 parks, five reservations, an environmental center, a zoo, ice skating rink, roller skating rink, three public golf courses, golf driving range, three off-leash dog facilities and a castle.

GREAT EGG HARBOR

Visit the Renault Winery on Friday, Saturday or Sunday evening for a "shore thing".
609.965.2111 for reservations.

Six Course Dinner with Wine Tasting
Appetizer
Soup
Pasta
Intermezzo
Entrée
Salad

Presented by: Chef Rob Takacs

Drink in this New Jersey Wine Fact

The oldest member of the state's wine industry, dating back to 1864, is Renault Winery, which is also one of the nation's oldest continuously operating wineries. During Prohibition, Renault produced sacramental wines and medicinal "tonics." Renault Wine Tonic was sold in almost every pharmacy in the country and was fortified by a whopping 22% alcohol content (today the standard is from 9% to 14%).

Renault Winery Resort & Golf -- Special Deals

Three Great Dining Options

Joseph's Restaurant at Tuscany House Hotel

Take a culinary trip to the Mediterranean as our award winning chefs prepare an extraordinary menu unique to southern New Jersey. Choose from a specially created menu featuring the most popular items. Joseph's also features a full service bar that is constructed from actual wine casks previously used to ferment our wine. The eye-catching bar offers a wide selection of liquors and imported wines from Italy and France, as well as a variety of flavored martinis. Reservations required 609.965.2111

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Gourmet Restaurant at Renault Winery

Dinner at the Gourmet Restaurant at Renault is an event to remember. The innovative menu invites guests to choose an exquisitely prepared entree, while the executive chef complements their meals with the evening's special appetizer, homemade soup, pasta, ice-cold sorbet intermezzo, gourmet salad and two wine samplings to add an element of adventure and surprise. A selection of wine-based exotic drinks and Renault wines are also available at the bar. Reservations required 609.965.2111

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Tuscan Trio Exclusively at Joseph's Restaurant Sunday - Thursday 5 PM- 8 PM

Three course dinners $14.95

Soup du jour

Salad

Entree (choose one)

Chicken francese over lemon, caper butter with potato and vegetable du jour

Pork medallions provencal sauteed with Chablis, garlic olives, tomato and capers

Linguini with white clams

Scallops with penne pasta over pomodoro sauce

Beef tips with mushroom & port wine sauce over egg noodles

Portabella mushroom stack with polenta

Grilled skirt steak with balsamic glaze, potato and vegetable du jour

Rigatoni Alfredo

Cannot be combined with any other offer

CALL FOR RESERVATIONS 609-965-2111 -- Ask your server for Tuscan Trio!

For more information contact the Renault Winery Resort & Golf | 72 North Bremen Ave. | Egg Harbor City | NJ | 08215

HACKENSACK

Hackensack Riverkeeper Events

More coming soon!

HOWELL TOWNSHIP

Manasquan Reservoir

A visit to the Manasquan Reservoir is a must, for being there - whether you wish to hike, fish, boat, bicycle, or just relax - is an absolute joy. As a source of water for surrounding municipalities and utilities, the reservoir offers visitors numerous recreational opportunities, and is part of 1,200 acres that include woods and wetlands, a 5-mile perimeter trail, fishing and boating areas, a Visitor Center, and a nearby Environmental Center featuring interactive exhibits, multi-media presentations, wildlife observation areas, and learning and discovery related to wetlands ecology and wildlife. Just the view alone from the Visitor Center's second level observation deck is worth the visit. The building offers a lounge area with fireplace and rest rooms, and is accessible to persons with disabilities. There are also numerous patio areas, lots of parking, and a boat rental and bait shop. Boating is allowed from the boat launch area for a nominal daily fee from March 1-November 30. Boats with electric motors, sailboats, kayaks and canoes at least 8' long are permitted, while sailboats cannot exceed 20' in length. One of the joys is taking the seasonal guided boat tour, especially when osprey and eagles can be spotted over the 40-foot deep reservoir.

Manasquan Reservoir is located in Howell Township east of Route 9. The entrance for the Visitor Center and boat ramp is on Windeler Road. The entrance for the Environmental Center is on Georgia Tavern Road. For more information, contact the Monmouth County Park System at 732-842-4000, Ext. 4256 or 4237, or check web site www.monmouthcountyparks.com.

JERSEY CITY

-The Westin Jersey City Newport is Open

Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT) announced the opening of The Westin Jersey City Newport in February 2009 and the hotel is accepting groups and reservations. The newly constructed hotel, which was developed by the LeFrak Organization and is owned by a joint venture of LeFrak Organization and Melvin Simon & Associates, will facilitate relaxation and renewal in the heart of the waterfront financial district of Jersey City, just minutes from New York City. The Westin Jersey City Newport will provide 429 beautifully appointed guest rooms, expansive meeting facilities, upscale dining and all of the Westin brand’s refreshing signature amenities and services.

Offering panoramic views of the Manhattan skyline, the Hudson River and the Newport Marina, The Westin Jersey City Newport is convenient to Newark Liberty International Airport and just one block from the Pavonia - Newport PATH station, Newark Light Rail and NJTransit Buses. The hotel is adjacent to the Newport Centre Mall, home to a variety of upscale shops as well as cinemas, and close to the nearby riverside park and marina, local restaurants and bars. “The Westin Jersey City Newport offers an incomparable location just 15 minutes from Manhattan, with easy access to attractions such as Ellis Island, Liberty State Park, the Liberty Science Museum and the facilities and amenities of Newport itself, with its promenade, marina, shops, ice skating rink and restaurants,” said Michael McLaughlin, General Manager of the hotel. “Perfect for business trips, conferences, sight-seeing or New Jersey tax-free shopping at the Newport Centre Mall, the Westin Jersey City Newport will inspire renewal in one of New Jersey’s most exciting new destinations.”

All rooms feature the signature Westin Heavenly Bed®, a luxurious ensemble with pillow-top mattress, crisp triple sheets, down blanket, luxurious duvet and five pillows. Guests will also luxuriate in the Westin Heavenly Bath®, equipped with a custom-designed dual showerhead, signature bath amenities and a curved shower rod for additional comfort and space.

An ideal choice for meetings, galas, wedding and special events, The Westin Jersey City Newport will feature 20,500 square feet of meeting space, including 30 meeting rooms. To celebrate the water culture of Jersey City Newport, event rooms are named to commemorate America’s Cup competing vessels. The Newport Grand Ballroom offers more than 10,000 square feet of space and 20-foot ceilings and can easily accommodate 1,450 guests for a reception or 790 for a seated dinner. The hotel will also provide an experienced team of culinary specialists, meeting planners and a seasoned wedding planner.

Guests are invited to rejuvenate at The Westin WORKOUT® fitness center or pamper themselves with a selection of indulgent spa amenities as part of the industry-leading Westin in-room spa program. Dining facilities at the Westin Jersey City Newport include Wildfire Restaurant and Half Moon Lounge. High Speed Internet access is available throughout the hotel.

For further information, call 201-626-2900 or visit the Starwood web site at www.starwood.com

About Westin Hotels & Resorts

Westin Hotels & Resorts, with more than 150 hotels and resorts in more than 31 countries and territories, is owned by Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE:HOT). Starwood Hotels & Resorts Worldwide, Inc. is one of the leading hotel and leisure companies in the world with approximately 900 properties in more than 100 countries and 155,000 employees at its owned and managed properties. Starwood Hotels is a fully integrated owner, operator and franchisor of hotels, resorts and residences with the following internationally renowned brands: St. Regis®, The Luxury Collection®, W®, Westin®, Le Méridien®, Sheraton®, Four Points® by Sheraton, and the recently launched AloftSM, and ElementSM. Starwood Hotels also owns Starwood Vacation Ownership, Inc., one of the premier developers and operators of high quality vacation interval ownership resorts. For more information, please visit www.starwoodhotels.com

About Newport

Newport is a “live, work, shop and dine” waterfront community – just minutes from Manhattan. The mixed-use development consists of residential, office, retail, leisure, shopping, and entertainment facilities. More than 10,000 residents live in the ten high-rise luxury towers on the property. Located on Jersey City’s Hudson River waterfront, Newport is situated opposite lower Manhattan and offers breathtaking views of New York’s skyline and panoramic harbor. Connected to the rest of New Jersey and New York by PATH train, light rail, and NJ Transit, Newport has world-class restaurants, businesses and luxury apartments. To learn more about Newport, visit www.newportnj.com

LAKE HOPATCONG

Alice's American Restaurant Opens on Lake Hopatcong

Alice’s American restaurant and lounge opened in Spring 2009 on Lake Hopatcong. Also the owner of Main Lake Market, Alice Szigethy is the founder and namesake. Alice’s menu reflects traditional American comfort fare, featuring starters such as fresh Sweet Corn Chowder, Country-Style Beef Chili and Ripe Jersey Tomato Salad. Satisfying main courses include Skillet Roasted Trout, homemade Chicken Pot Pie, and perfectly grilled Prime Steak. These and other delicious dishes, including vegetarian offerings and an extensive kids menu are lovingly created from scratch using local ingredients.

Alice’s atmosphere speaks to the history of Lake Hopatcong’s golden ages. Upstairs, the antique wood paneling, exposed rafters, crackle tile and zinc mahogany bar open onto an awning-covered deck. Diners are left to rediscover the long-lost treasure of Alice’s timeless setting. Alice’s lower level houses a bar and lounge that serve drinks and hors d'oeuvres late into the evening. The bar room brings one back to the last vestige of the workingman’s domain, with striking walnut paneled walls, deep blue penny-tile floors, and large club chairs. With its tufted leather seating and antiqued mirrors, the lounge sets the perfect mood for gatherings of two or twenty.

Alice’s is an ideal setting for a bridal shower, company party or any private function. Whether dropping by the deck for a quick bite and a cold beer, entertaining a group of friends in the lounge, or having an excellent dinner that the whole family can enjoy, Alice’s makes every guest feel instantly relaxed and welcome. This casual restaurant prides itself on warm and welcoming service.

DESCRIPTION: A beautiful casual American restaurant overlooking Lake Hopatcong. Alice’s feels like a recovered treasure of a halcyon yesteryear.

CUISINE: Classic American comfort foods with an emphasis on fresh local ingredients.

WINE & BEERS: Fine selection of American Tap Beers & over thirty Wines available, fifteen by the glass

DÉCOR: This stylish restaurant features dramatic design with exposed-rafter cathedral ceiling, reclaimed wood walls, zinc & emperador marble bars, antique Hickory Floor,
hand-crafted lighting, and large steel and glass doors that open onto a stunning awning covered deck.

DINING HOURS:
Monday - Thursday: 5:00 pm – 10:00 pm
Friday and Saturday: 5:00 pm – 11:00 pm
Sunday: 4:00 pm – 10:00 pm
The bar stays open later each night.

DRESS CODE: None.

WEBSITE: www.alicesrestaurantnj.com. Menus, photos, reviews and directions are available online.

SEATING: Dining Room - 80 seats. Bar Area - 16. Outdoor – 12.

LOCATION: 24 Nolan’s Point Park Road
Lake Hopatcong, New Jersey, 07849
(Located across the street from The Windlass Restaurant)

CREDIT CARDS: MasterCard, Visa and Diners Club

CATERING: Alice’s is available for private parties and corporate functions, including cocktail receptions, lunches & dinners.

PARKING: Ample parking is available.

RESERVATIONS: (973) 663-9600

Matawan

Grounds Keeper, Inc.

First time recepients to the Grounds Keeper, Inc. email list are welcome to send an email to GroundsKeeperInc1973@msn.com if you would enjoy having a $25 Gift Certificate redeemable at the Pond Shop with compliments. of Grounds Keeper, Inc.... be sure to send for one. "Limited to one per family."

NEW Fall Store Hours

Tuesday thru Saturday 10 to 5
CLOSED on Sunday and Monday till Spring

Latest Events

Fall Winterization Tips for the Pond and Garden

POND CLUB of Central Jersey Next Monthly Meeting
Wednesday, October 28th at 7 PM
At the Pond Shop. Please RSVP
798 Highway 34, Matawan, New Jersey 07747

Attracting Birds, Butterflies and Other Wildlife Into the Garden
Sunday, November 1st at 12 Noon

Container Gardening for the Holidays
Saturday, November 14th at 11 AM

Bruce Crawford, Landscape Architect and Director of the Rutgers Gardens in New Brunswick, has taught a variety of practical landscape solution, design and architecture courses over the years at Rutgers University. His breadth and depth of knowledge as well as his passion for the subject make him an excellent instructor. Most people think of decorating and planting their containers only in May, so they look attractive for the summer. However, what about the Fall and winter? Bruce will discuss tricks and techniques, from selecting your container to items to add that will prove helpful in making your containers attractive through the Fall and Holiday season - and beyond!

Visit the Pond Shop to Enjoy the Outside Display Garden, or inside to view the Running Fountains

This retail business is open for business within a 4,000 square feet building located just south of the Middlesex Road stop light at 798 Highway 34 in Matawan 07747 and is an AQUASCAPE Master Retailer and member of the New Jersey Landscape Contractors Association (NJLCA), National Water Garden Excellence Program, Certified Aquascape Contractor (CAC) and most recently an Aquascape Certified RainXchange Professional. We offer Water Gardening education, plants, fish, kits, fountains, pond supplies and custom installation. The company's pedigree includes among other top honors winning Best In Show and People's Choice Award at the New Jersey Flower and Garden Show in 2006, 2007, 2008 and in 2009 as well.

New In-House Resource Center

...feel free to also spend some time while you are there visiting and take advantage of the new resource center. Right there on-site you will find useful research tools for any outdoor living project including how to books, magazines, videos and even many separate helpful handouts that you can take home with you for your very own personal reference.

And for those of you who've been waiting,sometimes it is better late then never. MSRP at only $249.99 ----RainXchangeT Rain Barrel.

Features of the RainXchangeT Rain Barrel

- LARGE 75-gallon capacity!
- 5-year warranty
- Requires no electricity
- Large safety overflow keeps water in the barrel or away from the house
- Lid can also be used as a planter
- Thick plastic walls are durable and will withstand extreme conditions
- Childproof lockable lid
- Brass spigot for garden hose connection
- Made in the U.S.A.

By the way...

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"...ready for a automatic lawn sprinkler system"?
For a Free Consultation and Estimate...
"Just say Jay at GROUNDS KEEPER personally suggested you call them."
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6 Inverness Drive, Old Bridge, NJ 08857
Call 732.679.74747 for your Free Consultation.

For more information go to www.groundskeeperinc.com or call 732-56-1600.

Wide Variety of Fish In Stock

Beautiful display tanks within the shop feature fish including Fancy Goldfish, Wakins, Comets, Sarassa Comets, Yellow Comets, Shubunkin and Red Fantails that show a wonderful range of color. Also carried is anice range of both Decorative and Select Standard Fin and Butterfly Koi.

MORRISTOWN

Abstract Paintings from the Morris Museum Collection curated by Executive Director, Steven Miller

Through September 27, 2009
Where: Bickford& Bush-Compton Galleries
Morris Museum | 6 Normandy Heights Road | Morristown, NJ 07960
Phone: 973.971.3700 | Fax: 973.538.0154

Schedule/Tickets: www.nyfilmvideo.com

MT. LAUREL

First Indoor Water Resort in New Jersey Opened at the Mt. Laurel Marriott

Coco Key Water Resort is the first indoor water resort in the area. Opened in late 2008, the resort features 55,000 sq. ft. of indoor water adventures, comfortable year-round at a temperature 85 degrees. Activities include the Parrot's Perch Play Structure: An interactive adventure with water cannons, and a huge bucket that dumps 300 gallons of water every few minutes, Coconut Grove Adventure River: A tube ride. Gator Gush, Barracuda Blast & Pelican Plunge: Three 40-foot looping body- and raft-waterslides that'll drive you wild! A Dip-In Theater: Enjoy a movie while floating in your own tube in our zero depth-entry pool! And much, much more.

The resort is located at 915 Route 73. Overnight packages and day passes will be available. The resort is situated one-quarter of a mile from the New Jersey Turnpike, 11 miles from Philadelphia, and 2 miles from Cherry Hill, NJ.

NEW BRUNSWICK

The Heldrich Announces “Living Large on Livingston” Cultural Getaway Package

The Heldrich (www.theheldrich.com), New Brunswick’s sophisticated new luxury hotel located in the city’s cultural center, across Livingston Avenue from the renowned State Theatre, announces the “Living Large on Livingston” getaway package. The new package includes a pair of tickets to one of the State Theatre’s world-class shows and concerts, luxury hotel accommodations, and a $100 dinner certificate in the highly rated Christopher’s Restaurant.

The Heldrich boasts an extensive fine art collection, including artworks specifically commissioned for the luxurious new hotel and works arranged through a special partnership with the Brodsky Center of Rutgers University and New Jersey’s highly acclaimed Zimmerli Art Museum. It is located just four blocks from the New Brunswick Train Station, offering 45-minute rail excursions to Penn Station in Manhattan..

The Heldrich’s design is a fascinating juxtaposition, and in itself a work of art. The interiors are visually stimulating, yet offer a feeling of serenity in their vast spaciousness; they project a soothing color palette, however, pockets of space, once discovered, explode with color and vitality. The design is 21st Century, yet the public spaces overlook and pay homage to the city’s 150-year-old Victorian Monument to its fallen Civil War heroes. Several elements have been utilized to appeal to the senses: granite, slate, glass, steal, marble in the form of terrazzo, richly polished woods and stunning original glass and bronze artworks that adorn The Heldrich lobby. Attending is a young, vital team of hospitality professionals standing ready to anticipate the need of every guest.

The “Living Large on Livingston” cultural getaway package is from $300 per couple, per night. To learn more and to make reservations, call 732.729.4670 or 866.609.4700-toll free or visit www.theheldrich.com.

About The State Theatre

The State Theatre -www.statetheatrenj.org - is a magnificently renovated 1921, 1800-seat vaudeville theater presenting a diversity of world-class events including international orchestras, Broadway musicals, jazz productions, dance ensembles, touring operas, country music, educational programs, children's events, world music, a film series, and more. The concert hall attracts over 300,000 patrons each year from all 21 counties in New Jersey as well as from Pennsylvania and New York. The State Theatre is a nonprofit 501(c)(3) organization.

About The Heldrich

The Heldrich is located in the cultural heart of New Jersey in New Brunswick. The property is situated at 10 Livingston Avenue, just west of the important US Route 1 and four blocks from the News Brunswick Train Station (serving the Northeast Corridor: Boston-New York-Philadelphia-Washington, DC) and close to Exit 9 of the NJ Turnpike. It is 30 minutes outside New York City and has rail service to Newark Liberty International Airport (EWR). The Heldrich features a 248-guestroom luxury hotel, Christopher’s Restaurant, serving freshly prepared specialties created in an exhibition kitchen to delight even the discriminating palate, Christopher’s Bar, and an elegant ballroom, ideal for social and corporate gatherings. For more information on The Heldrich, call 732-729-4670 or visit www.theheldrich.com.

PARK RIDGE

THE PARK RIDGE MARRIOTT'S "SPA FUSION" PACKAGE PROVIDES GUESTS WITH PAMPERING AND RELAXATION

For those who seek a pampering spa getaway but don't feel like dealing with the hassles of getting on a plane or driving far, the newly renovated Park Ridge Marriott, a premier northern New Jersey hotel situated in scenic Bergen County, is now offering guests a relaxing "Spa Fusion" package. This is the perfect opportunity to check out the hotel which recently underwent a $6 million renovation.

"SPA FUSION" PACKAGE DETAILS
The "Spa Fusion" Weekend package includes:

· Two fluffy bathrobes to enjoy during your stay
· A bottle of bubbly champagne in room upon arrival
· A fresh fruit and cheese platter
· Two 30-minute in-room massages provided by a local spa

As part of a weekend of luxurious pampering, guests can relax in the hotel's new Revive bed, complete with 300 thread-count linens, fluffier pillows designed for more comfortable resting, down comforters snuggled inside custom-sheeted duvet covers, and thicker mattresses with plush toppers.

Additionally, the Park Ridge Marriott invites guests to visit the fitness center, indoor/outdoor pool, and restaurants and lounges during their stay. High-speed Internet and individual climate control are available in all of the newly renovated guest rooms.

ABOUT THE PARK RIDGE MARRIOTT
The newly renovated 289-room Park Ridge Marriott Hotel is centrally located in Bergen County NJ, in a beautiful wooded setting and is dedicated to exceeding the expectations of guests by providing well appointed hotel rooms and impeccable Marriott service. The hotel's complete facilities include a fitness center, indoor/outdoor pool, and Allie's American Grille and Sean O'Casey's Irish Pub for dining and relaxation.

The Park Ridge Marriott is located at 300 Brae Boulevard in Park Ridge, NJ. For reservations or additional information, call 1-800-882-

SKYLANDS

Lots of events in the Skylands area.

Lakota Wolf Preserve

Midnight was the favorite of thousands of visitors and friends at Lakota Wolf Preserve. Kids especially loved him; it was easy to remember the "big, black one" who greeted them at the corner next to the entrance at the Preserve. And Midnight earned his keep. From the beginning, he was the most popular choice for wolf sponsorship, a principal way of funding the Preserve. For photographers, Midnight was a brilliant subject.

Sky Farm

On Labor Day of 1929, Kurt Barthel led a small group of individuals to a picnic in the buff in the Hudson Mountains near Peekskill, New York. Two years later the first "naturist" organization had over 200 members. In July of 1932, Mr. Barthel founded America's first official nudist club, at Sky Farm right here in Basking Ridge. This summer Sky Farm, the “First and Finest Nudist Club in America” will celebrate its 80th Anniversary. Along with many social events planned for the summer, activities will include historical displays featuring rare archive photos of early nudist events, a picnic, as well as a retelling of the “Early Years of Nudism in the US”.

Sky Farm operates as a private cooperative on about 35 acres nestled in the Somerset Hills. The close-knit community of mostly couples and families enjoy unlimited access to miniten and volleyball courts, recreational hall, spa, year-round sauna, a nature trail and petanque courts, and a large, heated pool, which is open from mid May until October. For more information about Sky Farm or to find out how to become a member, call 908-419-5443.

Farmers Markets

Day and weekend trips in the summer Skylands can also be delicious, with the rich harvests of our local farms available to the savvy shopper at farmer's markets throughout our region.

Seasonal Camping

Campgrounds in the Skylands account for a huge amount of fun. And while over 500,000 campers relax and enjoy the rural character of Northwest New Jersey each year, most of these visits come in summer; short overnight or weekend camping trips. But many families make a Skylands campground their own vacation home, renting seasonal sites or bringing their own RV to rest at a lovely- and well-serviced- spot somewhere up in the New Jersey countryside. These facilities are a long way from generic trailer hookups and tent sites. Take a drive and check one out this weekend!

Mine Train Journey

Take a Mine Train Journey to the Ol' Susquehanna Mine and try your hand at Gemstone panning! Each ticket holder gets a bag of mine tillings, guaranteed to have 4-5oz of real gemstones.

Corn Maze Ride

behind New Jersey's only operating Steam Locomotive to a 13 acre corn maze with over 15 miles of trails. Come get lost! See if you can find all the check points to complete the game.

Hour-long excursions aboard a historic steam train. Rides board Saturday & Sunday at 11am, 12:30pm, 2pm, 3:30pm; Lehigh Junction, 1 Elizabeth St., Phillipsburg. More details call 877-TRAINRIDE or check web site www.njskylands.com

Leaf Peeping

The peak fall foliage bloom is steadily moving south of the Delaware Water Gap. With breezy and wet weather forecast for late this weekend, it would be a good idea to take a ride on Saturday.

Some more ideas:

High Point and the Monument

It’s the natural destination for an autumn trip - High Point State Park and the famous monument. Read about the history of this proud symbol at New Jersey’s highest point before you take the drive up that way. You’ll be tempted to climb the 291 steps to the top, but even if you don’t, the best panoramas remain from the base of the structure.

Air Ballon Rides

Catch the fall foliage bloom from a hot air balloon. The crisp air lets you fly higher and longer, the color is at peak, and in some places the thinner foliage will allow you to view herds of deer and wildlife normally hidden in the forest.

Hunterdon Bridges Down the Delaware

Most of the original bridge sites on our Delaware River still exist and still hold bridges. The original structures-- wooden, covered bridges-- have been replaced by steel, open-decked spans. But most of these "modern" steel river crossers have been in existence a hundred years or more, and are no longer really modern. Most are still supported by the original stone piers and abutments.

Follow the South Branch!

The fledgling river flows south from Budd Lake, picking up some steam as it heads towards Long Valley and beyond towards Clinton, Flemington and Bridgewater. Take the river as your route and you'll see things you never noticed before.

Field Trips

While you’re out you can start looking for pumpkins, Indian corn, squash and all that good stuff. And if you're looking for excitement beyond the pumpkin there are plenty of haunts and hayrides:

Greenway Flowers Fields of Fun

Convenient, affordable Fields of Fun this fall at Greenway's corn maze, pumpkin patch, and hayrides. Special rates for groups over 10. The farm is an easy drive from anywhere in the NY/NJ area, minutes from Interstate Route 80. 441 Schooley‚s Mountain Rd, Hackettstown 07840, 908/850-0700.

October Pumpkin Train

The historic steam train travels to a beautiful pumpkin patch located in front of the historic Carpentersville Lime Kilns on the Delaware River. Every child can pick their own pumpkin for FREE. Rides board at Lehigh Junction, 1 Elizabeth St., Phillipsburg. More details call 877-TRAINRIDE

On top of old Bald Pate

Just a few miles south of Lambertville lies an area ripe for weekend adventure and exploration. Components of local, national, and natural history are well represented, as well as brilliant prospects for craft seekers, hikers, mountain bikers, horseback riders, and picnickers.

Stokes State Forest --- On The Trail

Take a hike through New Jersey's big woods, Stokes State Forest. No wonder Stokes comes first to most people's minds when somebody says "New Jersey State Park." It's really an amazing place, and a visit in the next few weeks will afford you coolness beneath the tall trees.

The famous notch that characterizes Warren County's western skyline is where the Kittatinny Mountains have given way to eons of gentle persuasion by the Delaware River, creating one of the most majestic of New Jersey's natural features between Mount Tammany and Mount Minsi in Pennsylvania. The Delaware Water Gap hiking trails are among the most beautiful in the state.

Or begin to explore the Highlands Trail network along a broad band of foothill and watershed systems linking the Hudson River from north of Bear Mountain, southwest across Sussex and Morris Counties to the Delaware River in Warren and Hunterdon Counties.

For those of us who have neither the time nor the inclination for a six-month ridge run from Georgia to Maine, the 42-mile New Jersey stretch on the Applachian Trail offers some very exciting possibilities. The entire stretch in Jersey is intersected by country lanes or Park roads every 5 to 10 miles. This means that, with a little planning and a map or two, the Jersey section can be conquered one day at a time in seven modest day-hikes.

Delaware River Cool Floats

The main stem of the Delaware, 331 miles from Hancock, NY, to its mouth at Cape May Point, NJ, is the longest free-flowing river in Eastern United States. Floating on this river is lots of fun!!! Knowing the river- its beauty, history, and its hazards- can provide you and your family with many days of enjoyment this summer. If possible, plan your trip for a weekday, and you'll feel like your have the river all to yourself.

For details, check www.adventuresport.com--Adventure Sports
Specialty in canoe, kayak & raft trips through the Delaware Water Gap National Recreation Area. 2 mi. off I-80, exit 309. 1-800-487-2628

www.rivercountry.net-Bucks County River Country
Tubing, calm water rafting, canoeing & kayaking trips on the Delaware River in historic Bucks County (near New Hope, PA). 40 years of family fun for all ages. 215/297-5000

www.chamberlaincanoes.com-Chamberlain Canoes, Rafts, Tubes
One or multi-day trips for groups of all sizes, overnight river camping. Located one mile off Rt. 80 in PA Poconos. 1-800-422-6631

www.delawarerivertubing.com-Delaware River Tubing
Affordable relaxation for you and your family or group on a leisurely drift down the river. Your trip includes a free floating barbecue lunch! Easy access 1 mi. south of Frenchtown. 908/996-5386

www.indianheadcanoes.com-Indian Head Canoes
Canoe, raft, kayak, camping on the upper Delaware River. New log cabins, easy 2 hour drive from NYC, family specials, group rates. 1-800-874-2628

www.kittatinny.com-Kittatinny Canoes and Rafts
Canoe, whitewater raft, kayak, tube and camp on the Delaware River. Bimonthly learn to canoe and kayak days. Scouts/church youth groups camp free.
Dingmans Ferry , 1-800-FLOATKC

www.kayakeast.com-Kayak East
ACA certified instructors. Kayak classes and guided tours for adults and children. Various locations n northern and central New Jersey. 1-866-529-2532

www.silvercanoe.com-Silver Canoe and Raft Rentals
Canoe, rafts and kayak rentals on the Delaware River. Low rates, group rates, prompt and friendly service. 1 1/2 hr from NYC. 1-800-724-8342
Canoe, rafts and kayak rentals on the Delaware River. Low rates, group rates, prompt and friendly service. 1 1/2 hr from NYC. 1-800-724-8342
Campgrounds in the Skylands account for a huge amount of fun. And while over 500,000 campers relax and enjoy the rural character of Northwest New Jersey each year. Most of these visits come in summer; short overnight or weekend camping trips. But many families make a Skylands campground their own vacation home, renting seasonal sites or bringing their own RV to rest at a lovely- and well-serviced- spot somewhere up in the New Jersey countryside. These facilities are a long way from generic trailer hookups and tent sites. Take a drive and check one out this weekend!

SOUTH ORANGE

SOUTH ORANGE FIRE DEPARTMENT

Take the kids to the South Orange Fire Department where, on February 2, 1891, some 45 villagers got together to form the Department. At that time, it consisted of two hand-drawn hose carts and one hand-drawn ladder truck, both of which were housed in Phillip Dietrich’s Living Stable on Vose Avenue. After construction of the Village Hall in 1895, the Fire Department relocated its fire equipment to the South Orange Avenue side of Village Hall. In 1898, Patrick McCahrey was appointed the first paid firefighter in South Orange, as a driver of the horse drawn hose carriage. By 1913, the village trustees saw the need for round the clock fire protection and a paid fire department was organized along with the purchase of the first motorized fire department ladder truck. With a growing village, fire department, and motorized equipment, the village hired architects, Arthur Dillon and Henry L. Beadel to design a new fire station. In 1926, the fire department took possession of the fire station located on Sloan Street, where it remains in operation today. It consists of a 32-man department, with two engine companies, one ladder company and a rescue utility truck. The South Orange Fire Department has provided 245 hour fire protection 365 days a year to the residents of the Village of South Orange for the last 108 years. (South Orange F.M.B.A. Local 40.

For more information, contact the South Orange Fire Department at 378-7715 Ext. 7751, or check web site www.southorange.org.

SPRING LAKE

New Jersey’s oceanfront community of Spring Lake is rich in history, charm and beauty. The Historic Inns of Spring Lake are a distinguished collection of Victorian bed and breakfasts and boutique hotels in this radiantly refined Atlantic seashore town. Whether enjoying gourmet breakfast in a grand dining room, relaxing on a breezy open air porch or painting in a wildflower garden, this is a seaside paradise where graceful architecture and manicured lawns whisper peacefulness. Stroll the 2-mile boardwalk, bicycle to the center of town, read a book by the fireplace or photograph a swan under the Spring Lake Bridge.

For Reservations and Inn Rates: (732)859-1465 or check web site www.HistoricInnsofSpringLake.com

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