Welcome to the latest edition of Avalon Stone Harbor News and Activities, your go-to source for all the exciting happenings in our beautiful coastal communities! As we transition into spring, there’s plenty to share—from important utility updates and community projects to festive events that bring us all together. Whether you’re a resident or just visiting, this blog post will keep you informed about what’s going on in Avalon and Stone Harbor, ensuring you don’t miss out on any of the fun or important news.

The sunrise during daylight saving time casts a golden hue, heralding the beginning of a brighter, longer day.

Avalon Semi-Annual Water flushing Program to begin April 8th.

Utility Services Affiliates will begin the semi-annual water flushing program on Monday, April 8, 2024. The program will occur weekdays during the day between 8:00am-3:00pm. While we are flushing in your area, you may experience decreased water pressure or temporary discoloration. Simply allow the water to run until it is clear. This should only take a few minutes. If your water is discolored, you may wish to avoid doing laundry until the flushing is completed in your area. The program will take approximately two weeks to complete. If you have any questions, please call 1-800-729-4030 and a representative will be happy to assist you!

Stone Harbor Third Avenue Sewer Relining Project Plan Finalized

Minimizing Disruption to Businesses: The Borough of Stone Harbor is pleased to announce the finalized plan for the upcoming sewer relining project along Third Avenue. This project is a component of the major Third Avenue reconstruction and will significantly improve the functionality and lifespan of these vital sewers with minimal disruption to the surrounding businesses. READ MORE

NJ Weather

These 15 towns already have a month’s worth of rain in less than a week. We’re only one week into March, and some towns and cities in New Jersey already have been saturated with an entire month’s worth of rain, according to data following the latest in a string of storms to hit our region. 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

Art Workshop: Mandala Drawing

Start a weekly drawing practice or build on your skills in this three-week course. READ MORE

Stone Harbor SHiver Pre-Party: Friday, March 15th, 6:00pm – 9:00pm

It’s always a fun-filled evening celebrating the start of the SHiver Polar Plunge! The Yacht Club of Stone Harbor is THE place to be to grab your Shiver gear, grab a bite and a drink and buy yourself some auction tickets for chances to win amazing gifts from our community businesses! Also, Branches Outreach will be on hand. They are this year’s benefactor of a portion of our SHiver proceeds. Event will be held at Yacht Club of Stone Harbor. READ MORE

Stone Harbor SHiver Polar Plunge: Saturday, March 16th, 12:00pm – 3:00pm

Our Annual SHiver Polar Plunge is bigger and better than ever! Join us behind Fred’s Tavern before noon to get ready to parade to the beach, showing off your costumes and bring on the floats! You can register for this year’s SHiver HERE. You’ll choose between our Shiver long-sleeve tees or hoodies. You and your “team” can compete for many awards when you hit the stage at our Shiver Showdown in the Women’s Civic Club Parking Lot, 96th Street & First Ave. By 1:30pm, when the cannon sounds, we’ll hit the water! This year, we’re proud to support Branches Outreach. Plunge will take place at 96th Street Beach. READ MORE

Avalon Recreation Easter Egg Scramble: Saturday, March 30th, 10am, 8th Street Playgrounds and 12th Street Fields

Easter Bunny Express: Cape May Seashore Line, Saturday, March 23, Sunday, March 24, and Saturday March 30

Harbor Hop Family Run & Walk, Stone Harbor

5K run, 1 Mile run, 1 Mile walk. April 8, 2023 @ 8:00 am – 11:00 am $25 – $35 Register READ MORE

Clean Ocean Action Spring Beach Sweep, Saturday, April 13th

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Avalon Spring Dune Grass Planting, Saturday, April 20th

Avalon holds Dune Grass Plantings twice each year for volunteers to participate in protecting our beautiful shoreline. Plantings are held in late April and late October and are open to volunteers young and old. Some teachers even give their students extra credit for participating in this important Community event. Volunteers meet at the Avalon Community Hall, 30th Street and Avalon Avenue at 8:30 a.m. and are given a brief tutorial on the technique to be used when planting the dune grasses. After the Dune Grass planting, there is a bagged light lunch provided outside Community Hall. READ MORE