Welcome to this edition of Avalon Stone Harbor News and Updates, your go-to source for everything happening in our vibrant coastal communities! As spring approaches, we have an exciting lineup of news and events to share. From the development plans for our playgrounds to important updates from the recent borough council meeting, there’s something for everyone. Join us as we highlight community activities, Easter celebrations, and environmental initiatives that bring us all together. Whether you’re a long-time resident or visiting for the first time, this blog post will keep you informed about all the happenings in Avalon and Stone Harbor.

As the sun peeks over the horizon,  the fishing pier stands silhouetted against the morning sky, its weathered planks basking in the golden hue.

The Stone Harbor Borough and the 82nd Street + 97th Street Playgrounds

The Stone Harbor Borough is in the process of developing plans for the 82nd & 97th St playgrounds.  The 82nd St area will be used for recreation this summer while the planning process continues.  The changes to the 97th St playground area could be significant and the recreation department is looking at all options to finance.

Stone Harbor Borough 4/2/24 Council Meeting

At Stone Harbor’s April 2nd meeting, the borough council will vote on new fees for rental licenses and the fire inspection which is required for a rental permit.  If approved, the new fees will be $300 for license and $100 for fire inspection.  This will increase fees from the existing $200 to $400.

Aviation Museum Honored with 2024 Collaboration of the Year

Naval Air Station Wildwood (NASW) Aviation Museum is thrilled to announce that AvSTEM Day has been selected as the NJ STEM Month 2024 Collaboration of the Year. This esteemed accolade, awarded by the New Jersey STEM Pathways Network, recognizes organizations that collaborate to deliver exceptional STEM programming, both locally and beyond. AvSTEM is short for the study within the fields of Aviation, Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. READ MORE

Buy Online! Avalon and Stone Harbor Beach Tags Are Now Available

Avalon and Stone Harbor beach tags are available for purchase online, at pre-season prices!  Both towns have partnered with tag manufacturer Jersey Cape Tags, making it easy to acquire your tags in advance of the season. PURCHASE

Events in Avalon and Stone Harbor

Easter Week Events at the Cape May County Park & Zoo

Get ready for a wild Easter celebration at the Cape May County Park and Zoo. Families are invited to join us for an Easter Extravaganza beginning Friday, March 29th and running until Sunday, April 7th. This ten day event will feature an array of exciting activities that promise a day filled with laughter, adventure, and, of course, a touch of springtime magic.  The main highlights of the event include: Easter Bunny I Spy, Easter Scavenger Hunt, HOPstacle Course, Easter Bunny Appearance,  Princess Characters Meet and Greet! READ MORE

Avalon Recreation Easter Egg Scramble

Saturday – March 30, 2024 – 10am – 8th Street Playgrounds and 12th Street Field READ MORE

Easter Bunny Express

Saturday March 30 READ MORE

 

Harbor Hop Family Run & Walk

Stone Harbor – 5K Run, 1 Mile Run, 1 Mile Walk
April 8, 2024
8am – 11am
$25-$35 Register
READ MORE

Clean Ocean Action Spring Beach Sweep

Saturday – April 13 – REGISTER

Avalon Spring Dune Grass Planting

Saturday – April 20 – 8:30am – Avalon Community Hall – READ MORE

Stone Harbor Chamber Hosts Annual Job Fair

On Saturday, April 6th  stop by our Welcome Center at 212 96th Street to pick up a list of participating businesses and follow our facebook page for updates. FACEBOOK

Business at the Beach EXPO

The Expo is the place to shop for all your business needs and make important contacts. The premier business networking event in Cape May County allows you to network with potential customers and find out what’s new with products and services for your business at the Wildwoods Convention Center. The Expo is known for its quality attendance and friendly atmosphere. The event is free to attend. MORE INFO

Terrapin Nesting Season is Here!

Protecting our local environment is most effective when it is a community-wide effort. Thank you to everyone who is doing their part!   Please remember. Terrapins are wild animals; please leave them in their wild homes. If you find an injured terrapin, the best thing to do is contact a wildlife rehabilitator directly and take the animal there. READ MORE

New Spring 2024 Seven Mile Living Brochure

The RJ Soens Group of Compass RE presents the 2024 Spring edition of Seven Mile Living. This guide has up-to-date real estate market data, available properties for sale, and more! VIEW GUIDE