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came all this way
"You mean to say you came all this way just to stop this short?"
"I suppose. But--"
"But? But what? 'The conditions weren't right', 'you don't have inspiration', 'the pills make you soft, happy, and pliable.'"
"No, it's not that."
"Then what is it? What's(more) holding you back so much?"
"I'm afraid."
what was the quest...
It pulses and twists and rolls and squirms. Flummoxing, he finds it. Vexing. The brain's chords plucked and pulled out of order, out of tune. Unfocused and wild it wanders through, twisting its way between his ears and down his spine.
"I'm sorry," he asks. "What was the question again?"
"What do you want on your pizza, man?"
As always he limped ever after what had come before. Stunted, hungry, grasping onto what little he could if only for a moment before it slipped away back into an ether that he can't hope to pierce.
He fell to his knees and waited.
that's nice of you
"That's nice of you," she said, almost dismissively as she tapped her fingers on her keyboard waiting impatiently for the reports to load.
"I didn't do it to be _nice_, I did it because it was needed."
"But it was still a favor to them, wasn't it?"(more)
"In a circuitous way, maybe? But I still don't see why it wasn't needed."
She looked up from her laptop. "Look," she said, "they've got their heads so far up their asses on what _we_ do they don't need you making their jobs any easier."
"But--"
"But nothing. We're busting our asses for them and then you go around, behind our backs, and help _them_ out? No man, that's nice of you, sure, but you're just trying to kiss ass to keep climbing that ladder."
He shook his head, "Whatever, dude. It'll help us out in the long run with your support or no. It'll get done regardless.
She rolled her eyes and went back to her reports. He turned on his heel and walked away.
Her only regret was the open office. This would never get let go.
hidden in the movie
Hidden in the movie were the smallest details that you could only glean time after time after time of watching the same scenes over and over again. It's not until you can mimic the scenes, breathe the performance that it all becomes apparent.
It's in the way the water separates in the glass, where the lips leave the curved edges and leave behind indelible prints. It makes you realize that you leave behind so many things. Memories, finger prints, the touch of lips on glass.
And yet where does it all lead? Do the details come together and coalesce into something tangible or does it all come to this mismatched patchwork of experience where we try to glean some meaning?
It's hard to say. Even harder when the details aren't as readily apparent. All that's left to do is re-watch and re-live and pick it all apart until the patchwork becomes clear.
The sum of experience is the sum of who we are. It stretches beyond the individual, even beyond the collective.
Within that grand, cosmic equation lies hidden beauty. At least that's what I keep telling myself.
Saying that anyone has grit is a blasphemy to all that's come before it.
Moments and spaces in time are disjointed, random, nonlinear. To have grit is to say you can handle it, that you can put forth with the sordid memories, the deep regrets, the quiet moments(more), all to disregard their flow. A reminder here, a tangible moment-- a touch of the skin, the lips on your neck, tangled up in strings beyond your knowing. A tapestry of red wire cut in the middle where the gaps are found.
She throws her head back in ecstasy, my face buried in her neck. I'm outside her door, hesitating to knock for the sorrow the lies within. Where do they connect? What parts am I missing? Where does the plot follow? Where's the common thread?
Can you bear it when you walk away? The hallways echo. Can you hear her voice?
No. Yes. Conflicting answers. Terse responses. Hidden tears in bathroom stalls.
I don't knows prefaced with quiet smiles. The tilt of her head. The wideness of her eyes.
Not here again. No hot toddies and plates of fries. A diner booth tucked in the corner. Her elbows on the tale.
Flash in the dark. Unstuck again. She cries into my shoulder silently, thinking I don't notice.
Daniel Day-Lewis on the screen. Poisoned mushrooms her and I.
There's a highway ahead. It forks toward the Tetons and toward Idaho. You know where each lead, but which is the preference? Equitable in their own rights.
I try to think in McCarthy tones. Long descriptors that flourish in their completion. Yet they elude me. There's no beauty in this world in its turning as to that of the human memories. Furnished for comfort, but never to please.
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need more, please
It wasn't enough, it never was, never could be.
I pulled over about 30 miles outside Seeley Lake, having been on the road for almost 20 hours. Mountains on all sides. Dense undergrowth and trees in a corridor all along the lakes. Dirt roads leading to trailheads and(more) homes so far removed it was hard to believe anyone could live out here let alone make a living.
As freeing as it was, as far away as I had run, it wasn't enough. It was all still there lingering just in the background. There's no where left to run, but the distance still wasn't enough.
"Hey there, you doin' alright?"
He chugged up in his Bobcat, the preferred method of transit around the sparsely populated towns. Summer tourists darted by, carving their way through the forest. The locals lingered, taking their time. Where did they have to be? They had all the time in the world.
"Yeah, yeah man." I replied, holding out a hand in greeting. "I'm all good."
"You sure? That your car making that awful grinding noise?"
"Well, why dontcha follow me up to Glen's? He'll get ya sorted out."
"It's fine. I can manage."
"I don't know about that."
"Pardon?"
"I said I don't know about that."
"How'd you figure?"
"That look on your face. Y'ain't from here and you have no idea how you're getting home."
I sighed, leaning back against the car. "Dunno if I have an argument against that."
"Ain't here to have an argument, just wanna help you out."
"Alright."
"Alright?"
"Yeah, alright. I'll follow you."
He nodded and took off ahead. I climbed back in my car and followed. If ever there were a place worth staying, this would have been it.
Would have been, being the operative phrase.
Wooden interactions. Small talk punctuated with work jargon. Where once fire and passion burned, little embers slowly died, snuffed out where once they wanted to spread and grow and burn the world to its foundations.
Now she smiles at you and it's empty. A memory of the way she looked at you as you laid in her bed, waiting expectantly for her to lean over you. Hair of dying maple leaves. Eyes of pools, clear blue. The smell of her plants, verdant and fragrant.
Doomed from the start. Stars crossed to hell and back. We both knew it, and yet we persisted. A weekend spent snowed in. Late night movies gave way to intimate hours spent talking face to face about all of our deepest secrets, our silent regrets. Each moment spent together a small death. Each lingering gaze a small sadness.
Yet we self destructed in the same way. We tore out our own hearts, but she put them both into a box. No holes for air, just suffocating stillness.
Each wooden interaction carves a notch, a weakening of the structure. I'm already broken, termites have taken root. Will I find you again, before the end?
the new guy
I thought when I came out of the mountains I'd be a whole new guy, but instead I was just the same with a few photographs in tow. Memory baggage.
The idea that you can run away and become someone new has become bullshit to me. The traumas,(more) the heartbreaks, the daily stresses are going to stick with you no matter where you go to run. Mountain peaks, sand dunes, wide prairies leading to a barn your future self built. Generous hideaways, but even they can't shield you from the memories you've sown.
Instead I found myself staring at 30 square miles of sand thinking about how small we all are. Might as well be atoms in the gram scheme of things. No, smaller. Once you divide down to that point the sadness seems less immediate, more distant. There you are in the moment waiting for, what, exactly? Salvation? No. I don't think there is salvation in this life or any presupposed next.
All you can do is make the best out of what you've got. If what you've got is 6 grams of weed and a sure thing laying on your bed, then I guess that's an easy call to make. But it isn't. It finishes and you sit up in the bed stoned off your ass and wondering how you got there in the first place.
So you sit on that hillside, at the miles of sand, and you let your thoughts blow away with the wind. Maybe, like the dunes, all you need is time. The memory baggage will pile up, but pieces will blow away.
It's sad, but it's something. Sometimes it helps to let time make your decisions for you, because you know where your conscious mind always leads.
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never opened
I had some good shit written, and when I pressed backspace to edit it deleted the whole goddamn thing. So then I smoked a cigar and chewed a guitar pic instead.
Sometimes, you just wanna say 'Fuck it,' ya know? Leave your thoughts never opened. Instead they'd sit(more) mint in your mind and no one would have known they ever existed. That's the real shit. That's the Swiss Army Man shit. What you hide beside your farts. The real thoughts. The what if's. The times when you look at that co-worker with the long legs and think "If only I'd just ask her to dinner" all while stressing over the fact you're underperforming at work.
At least that's what you think. That's all before you take the drink that can safely be described as five-fingers of Crown Royal. That's when you realize the standard straight whisky is probably only two fingers, yet here you are with a fist. But perhaps the fist is appropriate. Perhaps a fist is what you need when you face the next stressful, time-constrained day. Not in the sense of gripping a drink, but rather in the sense of grabbing the day with the strongest fist you can muster and whispering in its ear "Fuck. You. Dude." and flinging it across the office.
Bake the chicken, boil the green beans, stare at the wall and empty chair that's only pushed out from the table because the last time you sat in it you were stoned and discussing the finer points of The Meat Puppets with your buddy. Play the guitar, croon the love songs off-key.
Maybe for now you're better off never opened. Maybe for now that's okay.
Maybe she's out there waiting for you. Maybe tomorrow needs to be taken with the fist.
For a long time I've framed myself the distancing type. I always leave, I keep my feelings to myself left to rot deep down somewhere inside where they turn to bitterness and a longing for fantasies that may never be.
Turns out I planted all that evidence myself, and upon searching you'd find me guilty of all charges. The truth is just trapped. Trapped somewhere where it all gets distorted and fuzzy into twisted images that come out as a vague representation of the life I'd prefer to leave.
Truth is you never know how much you enjoyed something until you can't have it anymore. Truth is I can't count the consequences of my planted evidence on one hand anymore. Truth is that some distances become insurmountable, no matter how many miles you hike up into the mountains to try and hide from them.
I once wrote that promises to myself come a dime a dozen, and each one has turned into cigar-leaden ash in my mouth. As I sat smoking and listening to the bittersweet playlist that Spotify has availed me, the world suddenly felt empty. The pink-bellied clouds crossing the Colorado sunset hung lazy over some vast emptiness that I worry has taken too much root.
I've framed myself for crimes I can never repent.
for your life
"Whisky for your life, bruv?"
"Fair a deal as any."
stop already
Sinead O'Connor was found and is fine. Stop already.
The buffalo is dead, euthanized, because you were too careless to leave only footprints in your environment. Stop already.
Donald Trump would have been a joke if you would have taken a moment and stopped already.
Bathrooms never would have been an issue since, ya know, they were already using the rooms that suited them best. Stop already.
Take a moment, a deep breath. Look at the news. Tell them to fucking stop. Tell it to the politicians, the legislators, the writers, the soap-boxers, the people who claim to be experts on your child's vaccinations. Tell them to fucking quit, and the rest of us can live our lives and build a better worlds. We all stopped already years ago. The homosexuals, the trans, the straight, the ones who just live for a change. We all stopped. We all decided that, in the end, it didn't matter anyway. We shook hands, ordered a pizza, drank a beer, laughed at a shitty film, went to work, went home, and called it a day.
It's unpopular, the way I think, but fuck it, ya know? I've got friends from all camps, and all any of them, and I, want to do is live in peace. Stop already. Find the peace that we found. Breathe. Cross your legs. Feel the Earth. Get the Yoda or the Maz advice and live it. Piss in a toilet. Eat that pizza that has pineapple on it. Celebrate yourself.
say it's cool
Say it's cool mate.
It's cool mate.
Dingoes in the hall, ravenous blenders of teeth and fur. It's cool mate.
Gun to his head, his mouth. Teeth chattering porcelain chimes against steady steel and polycarbon mold.
Squeeze the trigger, paint the walls. A click(more), a bang, a splash, a drop. A heartbeat echoing down the twisting curving lurching hallways. A mere instant of chaos and silence. It's cool mate. It's business.
He picked up the meth, the money, and a pipe and turned hell towards the stairs feet sticky with viscera. He scraped his foot on the stair like a business man tracking in dog shit. He adjusted his crotch as he left the building. Laughed as he walked away.


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When will the Adventures of Tintin 2 the upcoming animated film premiere date. New release date on DateReliz.com: trailers, spoilers, cast.
The Adventures of Tintin 2 is an upcoming movie, a sequel to the first chapter of The Adventures of Tintin. Those who liked the first part are waiting for the second one to come out on the big screens. When will the second part of the story of a boy detective Tintin and his dog be released? Has the official date been already announced? Read on and stay updated on the film-related news.
The official title of the second Tintin movie is going to be The Adventures of Tintin: Prisoners of the Sun. Peter Jackson (The Lord of the Rings trilogy) will be the film's director, and Steven Spielberg will act as its producer.
The new upcoming film, Prisoners of the Sun, is expected to be released in 2016. It will be centered on the story of Peruvian Indians who kidnapped one important professor. Tintin, who cannot leave the mysteries uncovered and does not stay away from danger. He will be also kept prisoner by the Inca descendants, and, just at the right time, the help will come to both Tintin and professor. Who knows, maybe they will bring home the great Inca treasures?
The story of a teenage boy Tintin and his dog Milou has always been extremely popular because of the comic book series created by a Belgian artist Herge. The Adventures of Tintin was not the first screen version of the comics: there was a Belgian animation before.
Have you watched the first chapter of The Adventures of Tintin? Will you be going to see the second one in the movies?


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The Influence of Black Cinema
How 90's Black Cinema and Its Subsequent Resurgence Influenced the World
"black cinema is not only influential to other filmmakers but to the world around us.  "
The Poetry of the Lyrical Form
It's no secret that black representation within film has been known to be dubious. Racist or archaic caricatures, particularly within mainstream cinema, spurred a cinematic revolution during the '90s that gave black cinema a long-overdue voice and a pedestal to direct the world's gaze towards black culture in a more personal, positive and truthful light. Often reactive – because it has to be – black cinema is now carving its own legacy within film.
The '90s could be considered one of, if not the most, significant of turning points in black cinema. It was the decade that witnessed an historic number of films made by African-American directors who altered the world's perception of black representation, creating landmark films that continue to inspire contemporary filmmakers to this day. Spanning multiple genres that ranged from low budget gems right through to popular hits, these films helped to shape black cinema as we know it and create hallmarks often emulated in subsequent works. Prior to this movement, black representation was often used as a gimmick – caricatures dreamt up by white Hollywood that have since been ousted out as racist depictions. Of course, there were always exceptions to the rule – George A Romero casting a black lead in Night of the Living Dead (1968) and Dawn of the Dead (1978) respectively springs to mind – it wasn't until the blaxploitation genre emerged in the 70's that black representation had some semblance of a voice within cinema and, despite not receiving the warmest of welcomes critically, it made some head-way for the cultural shift we saw in the '90s.
Dawn of Dead  © Universal Pictures
As soon as the 90's started, an explosion of black-centric films began to emerge from up-and-coming African-American directors displaying an array of unique perspectives mainstream production companies had failed to recognise. These films touched upon different genres, featured black leads, and told stories of personal reflection within their respective genre confines. Notable films such as  Do the Right Thing (1989), House Party (1990), Boyz N the Hood (1991)  and  Malcolm X (1992) and a couple of years later, Forest Whitaker's directorial debut, the rom-com, Waiting to Exhale (1995), kick-started a cinematic revolution showing the world that black culture has its place without having to parody or taint it through the 'white gaze'.
Boyz N the Hood  © Columbia Pictures
Malcom X  © Warner Bros
Director Spike Lee is often cited as the progenitor of this new movement with his films seamlessly crossing genres, all the while underpinning important messages about black social-political issues faced in contemporary America; his directing style and themes are often emulated by his peers. With the help of these films black culture began to influence the mainstream consciousness from music right through to clothing, it also paved the way for black actors to be offered leading roles in mainstream productions – Will Smith's career went into the stratosphere starring in big-budget/iconic 90's films such as Bad Boys (1995), Independence Day (1996) and Men in Black (1997) not to mention his insanely prosperous music career. The '90s was an important decade in diversification not only was this a decade that realised black culture had a voice it also acted as a pedestal for black women to make their mark on film – Julie Dash was the first-ever black female filmmaker to have a feature-length film on general release and distribution with Daughters of the Dust (1991) – an unfathomable notion when you consider how old the film industry is. However, as quickly as the revolution started it didn't take long for it to come crashing to a halt as we moved into the new millennium.  (Independence Day  © 20th Century Fox)
Bad Boys  © Sony Pictures Releasing
Men in Black © Sony Pictures Releasing
Many of the up-and-coming black indie filmmakers during the early '90s (who essentially forged the new way of thinking for black representation during this time) started to see a decline in work as the new millennium approached. In part due to lack of funding, but also the unavoidable truth that larger, major production companies were capitalising on the 'New Black Wave' but essentially watering down the genre to what would become known as the 'hood movies'. Despite sharing similar settings, a lot of the messages and truth were lost by association nothing more than gang-related violent offerings. Hollywood, it would seem, was hellbent on burying the milestones made during the '90s by black filmmakers and the decline in representation (in front and behind the camera) was apparent as we moved into the noughties, with Hollywood repositioning itself with films predominantly featuring white casts and white directors – It wouldn't be until the 2010's that black cinema was to have another resurgence.
Much like Spike Lee's Do the Right Thing, 2009's Precious (starring newcomer Gabourey Sidibe and earning Mo'Nique best-supporting actress at the Oscars in 2010), an indie feature causing waves on the festival circuit, kickstarted the resurgence of black cinema within the mainstream. The turning point truly came with Steve McQueen's 12 Years a Slave (2013), directed, written, and starring black men, it also went on to win numerous accolades including three Oscars for Picture, Adapted Screenplay and Best Supporting Actress for Lupita Nyong'o – 12 Years a Slave changed the way black cinema was regarded during this decade and highlighted the need for Hollywood on the whole to diversify. Just like the '90s people of colour have regained control over their identity and culture through film and are able to upend the negative representations into positive influences. The 2010s have acted as a second (and hopefully continued) wave of films made by black people that not only tackle personal, reactive stories but continue to move into other genres. Jordan Peele is proving to be a powerhouse with Hitchcockian style thriller/horrors with Get Out (2017) and Us (2019) as well as championing other black filmmakers with his Monkey Paw productions team. Marvel bought the Black Panther (2018) to the MCU (grossing over $1billion) and Spider-Man Into the Spider-Verse (2018) introduced the first black on-screen Spiderman. We are now also seeing a record number of people of colour working behind the camera (this has also had a knock-on effect with ensuring that women gain more exposure and opportunities) and awards ceremonies are starting to accept that representation is severely lacking thanks to internet exposés and word of mouth on social media platforms. (Do the Right Thing © Universal Pictures)
Black Panther  © Walt Disney Studios
Spiderman: Into the Spider-Verse © Sony Pictures Releasing
There is still a long way to go and black cinema will always be reactive utilising events from the real world, but it can't be denied that progress is being made as archaic prejudices are just simply not tolerated anymore – black cinema is not only influential to other filmmakers but to the world around us.
12 Years a Slave  © Entertainment One Films
Tokyo Rose: Rewriting Her Story
'Tokyo Rose', originally a generic nickname given to female broadcasters accused of spreading Japanese propaganda to the Allied Forces during WWII, became synonymous with American-born Iva Ikuko Toguri D'Aquino.
Looking Forward: The Most Anticipated Films of 2022
Despite the pandemic lingering, 2021 proved a highly successful year in film as cinema's re-opened their doors and studios began to release their delayed productions from 2020. After a trial in streaming deferred releases simultaneously with theatrical runs, cinemas are set to take centre stage once again as the go-to release platform.
My Top 10 Films of the Past 20 years
Asking a film fan (or a fan of any medium for that matter) to compile a list of their favourite films is a nigh-on impossible task. Ever evolving on a yearly-basis, a 'Top 10 list' is the film feature-writers' nemesis, as more and more great films are released – nonetheless (and after a lot of procrastinating) to celebrate 20 years of Fyne Associates if I have to choose these are my top 10 films of the past two decades…

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Kotor – The reconstruction of the tunnel Vrmac which began in June 2005 will be terminated latest until the end of the month when the new modern tunnel will be released for traffic – said yesterday for "Vijesti" manager of the municipality of Kotor, Srdja Kovacevic.
He said that the terminating works on the secondary lagging are in process, they are making the edge tracks and sidewalks and in a few days they will start the works on preparation of the road for asphalting. After the termination of the construction works, then follow the electrical works of strong power and the illumination of the tunnel, and the preparation works for placement of the ventilators and accompanying systems for ventilation are in progress. The works on the construction of the reservoir for water are in the phase of cementing, and the pipe works are being placed – said Kovacevic. He points out that the repair of the tunnel Vrmac was one of the most complex works which are done on the road infrastructure in Montenegro in the last 15 to 20 years.
– The works in the tunnel Vrmac by its nature were more complex than the works on the construction of new facilities. Firstly, because of the need for certain parts of the existing construction to be preserved, that is, the central collector, the road, water tanks and other – said Koacevic.
Except that, on the 26th of December 2005 in the tuned an unpredicted situation occurred, the breaking of a rock in the length from the 20th to the 30th meter, which has slowed down the termination of the entire reconstruction for about 8 months.
– Because of the extremely unfavorable position and the slope of the layers of the rock in this part of the tunnel the landslip in the next few days had spread on the length of about 150 meters. With the construction of the protective rings on both sides of the landslip the further collapsing of the layers of the rock has been stopped. The permanent repair solution demanded the making of the technical documentation which lasted for first two months in the year 2006, and the works on this repair lasted about 8 months. Otherwise, for the first time in Montenegro a specific technique of the pipe shield for a new digging of the tunnel in this section was applied – said Kovacevic.
One of the main problems in the tunnel Vrmac, especially in the rainy periods when the extra water of about 10 second liters was made, which significantly jeopardized the traffic, is solved, says Kovacevic, with the construction of a gallery from the stationary of the tunnel towards Kotor, which will serve to take away the water – explained Kovacevic.
– The gallery which has the dimensions 2,5 with 2,5 so that it can take significantly bigger amounts of water than those which are expected to appear as an extra. This solution has multiple intentions, and those are taking away of the extra water from the tunnel, water supply of Kotor from the tanks, making of tanks, as well as the possibility of evacuating of people during the possible excess situation in the tunnel – explained Kovacevic.
He points out that the new tunnel will completely fulfill the European technical normative.
The tunnel will have the installations of electrical illumination, electro motor ventilation, control of the level of damaging gases and temperature, automatic information about the fire, video surveillance, dispatch center, protection from the atmosphere emptying, installation of the control of the size of the vehicle, control of the speed of the vehicle in t he approaching zone of the tunnel, computer installation and other. The contractor is the Austrian company "Schtracbah" and the producer is Niksic "Boksiti".


I've had a lot of feedback on the woven French chair I did recently. I think you all like it as much as I do!
It's been featured on a couple of big US blogs - Thanks Wendy and Judy! and welcome to everyone coming from the links of their features. I hope you stick around to enjoy my blog and projects.
So I know I promised a tutorial on how to weave plain old drop sheet into a lovely upholstery for a chair but as I didn't take photos while I was doing this chair I actually need to do another chair to do the tutorial. And it's school holidays here in Australia at the moment and I'm VERY BUSY taking my kids to the beach and making the most of this divine Sydney weather!!
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Nuremberg, Germany – November 28, 2017 – ICONICS is a global automation software provider and five-time winner of the Microsoft Partner of the Year award. The company provides advanced web-enabled OPC UA and BACnet certified visualization, analytics, and mobile software solutions for any energy, manufacturing, industrial or building automation application. ICONICS will demonstrate its cutting edge automation software solutions, including its IoT gateway software suite and holographic machine interface, during the SPS IPC Drives 2017 exhibition in Nuremberg, Germany from November 28th through 30th.
Attendees will be able to see multiple new ICONICS advances first-hand, including its new IoTWorX™ software suite designed for Industry 4.0 and IIoT applications. The IoTWorX suite combines software technology with affordable IoT hardware devices to create cloud-ready solutions for energy, building automation, manufacturing, and industrial applications. The recent v10.95 release of ICONICS GENESIS64™ HMI/SCADA and building automation suite includes the world's first 3D holographic machine interface (HMI), which can be used with Microsoft's HoloLens self-contained holographic computing device. This combination of ICONICS software with Microsoft hardware allows users to visualize real-time data and analytics KPIs in both 2D and 3D holograms. When combined with ICONICS AnalytiX® software, users can take advantage of additional fault detection and diagnostics (FDD) and Hyper Historian™ data historian benefits, providing needed "on the spot" information in a hands-free manner.
"Over the years, ICONICS has maintained a presence at SPS IPC Drives in order to provide current and future customers and partners with a hands-on view of our cutting edge developments in automation software," said Russ Agrusa, President and CEO of ICONICS. "This year, attendees will be able to see how ICONICS can make the invisible for our users through innovations in IIoT and augmented reality technology."
About ICONICS
ICONICS is headquartered in Foxboro, Massachusetts and is a global software developer of visualization, HMI, SCADA and energy solutions. With over 350,000 installations in over 80 countries worldwide and running in over 70 percent of Global 500 companies, ICONICS software is recommended for automating, monitoring and optimizing a customer's most critical assets. ICONICS has recently been named the 2017 Microsoft Application Development Partner of the Year and is a five-time winner of the Microsoft Partner of the Year award.
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ICONICS Background Information
ICONICS, a longtime Microsoft Gold Partner and five-time Microsoft Partner of the Year award winner, including the Application Development, CityNext and Sustainability Partner of the Year, provides solutions to improve productivity, reduce integration time and operating costs, and optimize asset utilization with visualization and automation software. Founded in 1986, ICONICS has 350,000 installations in over 80 countries worldwide. ICONICS meets the demanding application challenges of the automotive, building automation, food and beverage, government infrastructure, manufacturing, petrochemical, pharmaceutical, renewable energy, utilities and water/wastewater industries. As a managed Microsoft ISV Partner, ICONICS designs its solutions to leverage Microsoft technologies, including Windows 10, Windows Server, Microsoft .NET, Microsoft Azure, SQL Server and Microsoft SharePoint.
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New law in Texas secures minimum wage for those with disabilities
On behalf of Warren & Siurek, L.L.P. on Friday, July 5, 2019.
Texas Governor Greg Abbott signed Senate Bill 753 into law in June, guaranteeing minimum wages for workers with disabilities across the state. Prior to this change, employers could pay a person with disabilities as little as $2 an hour due to a provision in the Federal Labor Standards Act of 1938.
Although this new law is a substantial step forward for Texas, federal law still allows people to be paid less for their work if they have a disability. However, this latest move toward wage equality might represent a broader change.
How can employers pay less than minimum wage?
Section 14(c) of the FLSA allows employers to obtain a certificate from the Department of Labor's Wage & Hour Division to pay workers with disabilities less than the federal minimum wage. Employers submit information on the type of work performed and productivity information for employees with disabilities.
The subminimum wage program is used by thousands of organizations, which range from work centers to school-work exploration programs. One of the most notable examples of such an arrangement is Goodwill, which has historically argued that without the subminimum wage program, many people with disabilities would be unable to find work.
Texas takes a step forward
Even though the federal law allowing for subminimum wages still exists, the new law in Texas brings employers to a higher – and as many argue, fairer – wage standard. The law takes effect September 1st of this year, but employers in the state have until 2022 to bring their wages up to at least the federal minimum wage.
Other states, including New Hampshire, Alaska, and Maryland, have also eradicated the pay gap for workers with disabilities. Plus, provisions in the Raise the Wage Act introduced in Congress earlier this year also aim to stop employers from paying subminimum wages.
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The Oscars 2013 – Deciding the Favorites for the Academy Awards
First presented in 1929, the Academy Awards were officially re-branded The Oscars just this month. The annual awards are given in several categories for cinematic achievements of the previous year, and are a major highlight in the entertainment industry. The Academy of Motion Picture Arts and Sciences (AMPAS) is a professional honorary organization of over 5,000 members whose votes decide the winners of different film production disciplines and different branches of movie and film achievement. Primarily composed of working actors, AMPAS annually has a very difficult task ahead of them in choosing the best actor, best actress, best director and other important film achievements from the previous year.
And while The Oscars are one of the most viewed TV shows of the entire year, held this year on Sunday, February 24, you may not have known that many online and brick-and-mortar betting venues see a substantial amount of wagers placed on potential Oscar winners every year, making the Vegas odds on the Oscars a truly hot commodity. The title for Best Actor in a Leading Role pits Bradley Cooper, Daniel Day-Lewis, Hugh Jackman, Joaquin Phoenix and Denzel Washington against each other this year.
Daniel Day-Lewis earned the nomination for an incredible performance in director Steven Spielberg's Lincoln, a movie which has received 12 separate nominations in this year's 85th annual Academy Awards ceremony. Spielberg is a nominee for Best Director, and this is the eighth film in which he has received a Best Picture nomination, winning with Schindler's List in 1994. Other movies nominated for Best Picture are Amour, Argo, Beasts of the Southern Wild, Django Unchained, Les Misérables, Life of Pi, Silver Linings Playbook and Zero Dark Thirty.
We mentioned earlier that every year a surprising number of wagers are placed on who will win the different Oscars categories, and as far as Best Picture goes, Argo and Lincoln are the two films which seem to be the fan favorites. The Best Actress in a Leading Role Oscar this year is equally tough for the voters to decide, as Jessica Chastain, Jennifer Lawrence, Emmanuelle Riva, Quvenzhané Wallis and Naomi Watts all turned in incredible performances to earn nomination in this category. For those of you keeping score at home, Emmanuelle Riva's performance in Amour has her as the current favorite to take home the coveted Best Actress Oscar, along with Jennifer Lawrence of Silver Linings Playbook.
The Best Director Oscar many times accompanies a Best Picture nomination or Oscar, and this year we have Michael Haneke of Amour challenged by Beasts of the Southern Wild director Benh Zeitlin, Silver Linings Playbook's David O. Russell and the Life of Pi's Ang Lee challenging Spielberg. Are you going to be watching the Oscars Sunday night? And if so, who are your favorites to take home the storied Academy Awards in the major categories? Whether you watch the Oscars for fun, or plan on making a small wager on the outcome, for glitz, glamour and industry recognition the 2013 Academy Awards should not be missed.
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Deana Carter to Celebrate 20 Years of Leg Shaving with Vinyl!
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Deana Carter is set to release a special vinyl edition of her multi-platinum selling 1996 debut album Did I Shave My Legs For This? on March 31st. Available for the first time on vinyl, fans will also have the opportunity to purchase a limited-edition bundle which will include an autographed copy of the record in addition to a vintage t-shirt and autographed guitar. All fan packages and purchase information available http://umgn.us/DCUMGNPR .
Following its release in 1996, Did I Shave My Legs For This? climbed to the top of the country charts and sold over five million copies worldwide. The iconic album was nominated for three GRAMMYs® and features the No. 1 hit "Strawberry Wine," which won CMA Single of the Year. Carter co-wrote six of the 11 songs on the album including hits "Count Me In" and "How Do I Get There."
Did I Shave My Legs For This? Track Listing
1- I've Loved Enough to Know
2- We Danced Anyway
3- Count Me In
4- If This Is Love
5- Love Ain't Worth Making
6- Before We Ever Heard Goodbye
1- How Do I Get There
2- Strawberry Wine
3- That's How You Know It's Love
4- Did I Shave My Legs for This?
5- To the Other Side
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I am wowed with beauty and accomplishments in music and life.
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I so want a copy of this so badly. I love you Deana.
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Thanks for the comment. The vinyl is available here http://umgn.us/DCDidIShaveD2C
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Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. Exhibitions
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This accession consists of drawings documenting the design of exhibitions at the Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. Exhibitions documented in this accession include "Huguenot Legacy: English Silver, 1680-1760;" "Avant-Garde Letterhead;" "Lace;" "What Could Have Been: Unbuilt Architecture of the 80s;" "Solos: Smartwrap;" "Faberge: Jeweler to Royalty;" "Art Nouveau Bing: The Paris Style 1900;" "Mechanical Brides: Women and Machines from Home to Office;" "Puppets: Art and Entertainment;" "Russel Wright: Creating American Lifestyle;" "Fashion in Colors;" "New Hotels for Global Nomads;" "Masterpieces from the Vitra Design Museum: Furnishing the Modern Era;" "Photography and Architecture: 1839-1939;" "Mixing Messages: Graphic Design in Contemporary Culture;" "Arches for Galveston;" "Milestones: 50 Years of Goods and Services;" "Under the Sun: An Outdoor Exhibition of Light;" "Opening Our Doors: Selections from the Design Resource Center;" " Walter Crane: Design for Children;" "Josef and Anni Albers: Designs for Living;" "Intimate World of Alexander Calder;" "Turned Wood Bowls;" "Henry Dreyfuss Directing Design: The Industrial Designer and His Work, 1929-1972;" "Feeding Desire: Design and the Tools of the Table, 1500-2005;" "Shock of the Old: Christopher Dresser;" "National Design Triennial: Inside Design Now;" "National Design Triennial: Design Culture Now;" "Rooms with a View: Landscape and Wallpaper;" "Aluminum by Design: From Jewelry to Jets;" "Field for Dreams: An Eighteenth Century Bedcover;" "Louis Sullivan: The Function of Ornament;" "Good Offices and Beyond;" "Czech Cubism: Architecture and Design;" "Work of Charles and Ray Eames: A Legacy of Invention;" "Triumph of Simplicity: 350 Years of Swedish Silver;" "Scandinavian Modern 1880-1980;" "Vienna/New York: The Work of Joseph Urban, 1872-1933;" "American Enterprise: Nineteenth Century Patent Models;" "Jewelry: A Selection from the Cooper-Hewitt Collection;" "Recollections: A Decade of Collecting;" "Opulent Eye of Alexander Girard;" "Packaging the New: Design and the American Consumer;" "American Picture Palaces;" "Skin: Surface, Substance, and Design;" "Power of Maps;" "Color Light Surface: Recent Textiles;" "Cooper-Hewitt Collections: A Design Resource;" "Design = Art: Functional Objects from Donald Judd to Rachel Whiteread;" "Erich Mendelsohn: 1887-1953;" "Views of Rome: Drawings and Watercolors from the Collection of the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana;" "Bon Voyage! Designs for Travel;" "Hawaii: The Royal Isles;" "Modern Spirit: Glass from Finland;" "Flora Danica and the Heritage of Danish Porcelain;" "Doghouse;" "Robert Adam and Kedleston Hall;" "The Jacquard Loom: Recent Experiments;" "Unlimited By Design;" "Gardens of Delight;" "Resorts of the Catskills;" "Hair;" "City Dwellings and Country Houses: Robert Adam and His Style;" "Canes and Walking Sticks;" "Fancy Fronts: Gentlemen's Waistcoats in the Eighteenth Century;" "Chicago Furniture: Art, Craft and Industry;" "Courts and Colonies: The William and Mary Style in Holland, England, and America;" "Wine: Celebration and Ceremony;" "Golden Eye: An International Tribute to the Artisans of India;" "Memphis/Milano;" "Immovable Objects: Urban Open Spaces;" "Paris Opera on Stage: Designs, Costumes, Jewels;" "Glass of the Avant-Garde: From Vienna Secession to Bauhaus;" "L'Art de Vivre: Decorative Arts and Design in France 1789-1989;" "Writing and Reading;" "Berlin 1900-1933: Architecture and Design;" "Hollywood: Legend and Reality;" "Toys from the Nuremburg Spielzug Museum;" "Art that is Life: The Arts and Crafts Movement in America;" "Frank Lloyd Wright and the Johnson Wax Building: Creating a Corporate Cathedral;" and "Arquitectonica: The Times Square Project." Some materials document non-exhibition renovation projects. Materials include floor plans, concept drawings, elevations, details, and related materials.
Smithsonian Institution Archives, Accession 10-061, Cooper-Hewitt, National Design Museum. Exhibitions, Exhibition Records
Design ≠ Art: Functional Objects from Donald Judd to Rachel Whiteread (Exhibition) (2004-2005: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Fashion in Colors (Exhibition) (2005-2006: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Rusel Wright: Creating American Lifestyle (Exhibition) (2001-2002: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Power of Maps (Exhibition) (1992-1993: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Under the Sun: An Outdoor Exhibition of Light (1998: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Henry Dreyfuss Directing Design: The Industrial Designer and his Work, 1929-1972 (Exhibition) (1997: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Work of Charles and Ray Eames: A Legacy of Invention (Exhibition) (1999-2000: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Arquitectonica: The Times Square Project (Exhibition) (1998: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Mixing Messages: Graphic Design in Contemporary Culture (Exhibition) (1996-1997: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Avant-Garde Letterhead (Exhibition) (1996: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Czech Cubism: Architecture and Design (Exhibition) (1993: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Mechanical Brides: Women and Machines from Home to Office (Exhibition) (1993-1994: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Opening Our Doors: Selections from the Design Resource Center (Exhibition) (1998: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Arches for Galveston (Exhibition) (1987-1988: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Art Nouveau Bing: The Paris Style 1900 (Exhibition) (1987: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Art that is Life: The Arts and Crafts Movement in America (Exhibition) (1988: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Color Light Surface: Recent Textiles (Exhibition) (1990: Courts and Colonies: The William and Mary Style in Holland, England, and America (Exhibition) (1988-1989: New York, N.Y.)New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Courts and Colonies: The William and Mary Style in Holland, England, and America (Exhibition) (1988-1989: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Doghouse (Exhibition) (1990: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Erich Mendelsohn: 1887-1953 (Exhibition) (1988-1989: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Flora Danica and the Heritage of Danish Porcelain (Exhibition) (1990: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Frank Lloyd Wright and the Johnson Wax Building: Creating a Corporate Cathedral (Exhibition) (1987: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Intimate World of Alexander Calder (Exhibition) (1989-1990: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Paris Opera on Stage: Designs, Costumes, Jewels (Exhibition) (1988: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Robert Adam and Kedleston Hall (Exhibition) (1987: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Triumph of Simplicity: 350 Years of Swedish Silver (Exhibition) (1988: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Turned Wood Bowls (Exhibition) (1989: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Vienna/New York: The Work of Joseph Urban, 1872-1933 (Exhibition) (1987-1988: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Views of Rome: Drawings and Watercolors from the Collection of the Biblioteca Apostolica Vaticana (Exhibition) (1989: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Walter Crane: Design for Children (Exhibition) (1993-1994: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
What Could Have Been: Unbuilt Architecture of the 80s (Exhibition) (1988: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Josef and Anni Albers: Designs for Living (Exhibition) (2004-2005: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Solos: SmartWrap (Exhibition) (2003: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Faberge: Jeweler to Royalty (Exhibition) (1983: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Lace (Exhibition) (1982: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Puppets: Art and Entertainment (Exhibition) (1981-1982: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Photography and Architecture: 1839-1939 (Exhibition) (1983: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Milestones: 50 Years of Goods and Services (Exhibition) (1986-1987: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Louis Sullivan: The Function of Ornament (Exhibition) (1987: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Scandinavian Modern 1880-1980 (Exhibition) (1982-1983: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
American Enterprise: Nineteenth Century Patent Models (Exhibition) (1984: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Jewelry: A Selection from the Cooper-Hewitt Collection (Exhibition) (1989-1990: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Recollections: A Decade of Collecting (Exhibition) (1986-1987: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Bon Voyage! Designs for Travel (Exhibition) (1986: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Hawaii: The Royal Isles (Exhibition) (1982: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Modern Spirit: Glass from Finland (Exhibition) (1985-1986: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
The Jacquard Loom: Recent Experiments (Exhibition) (1982: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Unlimited by Design (Exhibition) (1998-1999: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Gardens of Delight (Exhibition) (1981: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Resorts of the Catskills (Exhibition) (1980: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Hair (Exhibition) (1980: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
City Dwellings and Country Houses: Robert Adam and His Style (Exhibition) (1982: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Canes and Walking Sticks (Exhibition) (1983: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Chicago Furniture: Art, Craft, and Industry (Exhibition) (1985: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Wine: Celebration and Ceremony (Exhibition) (1985: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Golden Eye: An International Tribute to the Artisans of India (Exhibition) (1985: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Memphis/Milano (Exhibition) (1986: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Writing and Reading (Exhibition) (1981-1982: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Berlin 1900-1933: Architecture and Design (Exhibition) (1986-1987: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Toys from the Nuremburg Spielzug Museum (Exhibition) (1986: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Field For Dreams: An Eighteenth Century Bedcover (Exhibition) (1995: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Fancy Fronts: Gentlemen's Waistcoats in the Eighteenth Century (Exhibition) (1993-1994: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Immovable Objects: Urban Open Spaces (Exhibition) (1979: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Hollywood: Legend and Reality (Exhibition) (1986: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
American Picture Palaces (Exhibition) (1982-1983: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
Feeding Desire: Design and the Tools of the Table (Exhibition) (2006: New York, N.Y.) Corporate Name Search Smithsonian Collections Search ArchiveGrid
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There's nothing quite like summer at the Shore.
Whether you're spending the day enjoying the surf and sand or heading out for a cocktail before dining at one of the many spectacular restaurants up and down the coast, it's time to head back to the beach. But, we don't want you to show up unprepared, which is why for our annual Best of the Shore roundup we've gathered the top places from Long Beach Island to Cape May. Find out where you should be grabbing breakfast, lunch and dinner, as well as the best happy hours, cocktail bars, retail shops, activities for the kids and more.
We've also included a breakdown of what new things to expect when you arrive plus our readers' picks for their favorites. Grab your shades and some sunscreen, things are looking brighter than ever this year.
This Dune Drive eatery serves up the usual pancakes, waffles and French toast, but it's their omelets that have us waking up hungry. Whether you prefer yours filled with crab meat or spinach there are plenty of unique offerings, but you can also build your own with ingredients ranging from peppers to pork roll.
This polished casual food favorite satisfies our midday hunger pangs like no other. From the finger foods to the pizzas, salads and sandwiches, the menu satisfies without being overly simple. We love sinking our teeth into the London broil sandwich with roasted peppers and broccoli rabe but we're also partial to their chicken bruschetta served with mozzarella and drizzled balsamic.
What Café Loren lacks in overall size, it makes up for with big-time dishes that showcase fresh ingredients and deft cooking techniques. There are plenty of seasonal options here—most of them dynamite—but seafood is the real star of the show and it shines with plates like the prosciutto-wrapped perch and the salmon seasoned with a cumin and chili spice rub. You'll be thinking about your meal here long after you've settled the check.
South Jersey isn't exactly a hotbed for well-done barbecue food, which is why any time we have the craving we head straight here. The meats—ribs, pulled pork, chicken, beef—are smoky and juicy, exactly what you want out of your barbecue and a strong lineup of side dishes make the journey complete. Looking for something new? Try the pulled pork parfait—layers of beans, pork, cheese and barbecue sauce piled into a cup. We told you this place was awesome.
Everyone enjoys a family vacation to the Shore, but trying to keep the little ones entertained for the entire time can be as rough as the undertow some days. Thankfully Avalon does a wonderful job with a series of movies, concerts and other regular live entertainment. Grab a couple towels, some snacks and settle in for a stress-free night (you hope) on the sand.
Happy Hour is a daily affair here from 4 to 7 p.m., and it just might be the hottest day party at the Shore with plenty of discounted drinks and lots of dancing inside the Mermaid Café. If you're on the hunt for food, head over to the Octopus Garden to sample the wide array of impressive sushi offerings. Whether you're just coming off the beach or getting an early start to your evening, this place is a party.
The Windrift offers several areas to grab a specialty cocktail, from a small outdoor tiki bar to a slick indoor lounge. You'll usually find us perched at Level 2, an indoor/outdoor bar area where views of the ocean surround you as music fills the air and you sip on a pitcher of sangria or one of the many handcrafted signature drinks that have become the hotel's calling card.
There's so many flavors of homemade ice cream here it makes our head spin, or brain freeze, or… you get the point. They make waffle cones daily, but if sundaes are more your thing it's no coincidence that they named the place after them. Their collaboration with nearby Kohler's Bakery is a thing of beauty—cream donuts and ice cream, need we say more?
Princeton University may be synonymous with quality academics, but, in Avalon, the Princeton is synonymous with nightlife. With multiple venues under one roof, this is the place to be when the sun goes down for live music and DJ dance parties that keep a crowd consisting of a mix of millenials and middle-aged socialites moving well into the wee hours.
From Tory Burch shoes to Kate Spade bags, we find everything we need to look stylish at this modern boutique where the shelves and racks are filled with items that would look good in any discerning fashionista's closet.
We could go on about the stunning bay views from all angles, but Saltwater's menu is the true show stealer. Banana almond pancakes, eggs Florentine and the Bada Bing sandwich—featuring eggs, broccoli rabe, roasted peppers and sharp provolone—are more than enough to entice.
This local legend on the Washington Street Mall is a true escape to the '50s. Serving up only the most quintessential soda fountain classics—like patty melts, burgers, and of course egg creams and milk shakes—the vintage vibe is fun for all ages.
Located inside the Chalfonte Hotel, a national historic landmark and the oldest continuously operating hotel on the East Coast, the Magnolia Room has not lost its Victorian charm. The Southern-inspired prix fix menu (which also features some à la carte items) matches its graceful dining room, and still has some of the same items that appeared on the original menu more than 130 years ago.
Popcorn gets a total makeover, thanks to dozens of flavors, ranging from spicy jalapeno to candy coated blue raspberry. It's hard to pass this snack spot without being pulled in by the smell, and once inside you might not want to leave.
The Stockton Inn's mini golf course has been a hotspot for family fun since 1938, and still manages to challenge us today. Best of all? It's conveniently located near an arcade and many of the beach-front bars, so the fun can last all night long.
We know that The Mad Batter may be famous for their out-of-this-world breakfasts, but their happy hour selection, which runs from 3-6 p.m. every day, is one of Cape May's best-kept secrets. Drink specials on cocktails, beer and more collide with their phenomenal menu, all at a bar with plenty of room for a crowd.
This isn't your typical beachfront bar; the upscale lounge setting makes it much more of an elegant escape for your next night out. And the cocktails are proof, blending only the best liquors to create drinks like the Campari cucumber cocktail, and cherry bourbon sour.
There's no shortage of natural, tasty varieties at Bliss, which also offers vegan offerings alongside their all-organic ice creams. Take your pick from fully loaded flavors like PBJ and toast and orange creamsicle for kids, or strawberry balsamic, chicory root and lemon basil mint sorbet for grown-ups.
Live music goes all summer at the Boiler Room, with plenty of cocktails and drinks to help get you out on the dance floor. You can also grab a late night bite, too, as they now have a brick oven pizza oven churning out gourmet pies until 1 a.m.
From beach gear and clothing to Shore home accessories, gifts and artisan products, Washington Street Mall is the all-in-one stop for a day of shopping in Cape May. There's something for everyone, all placed conveniently within one 10-minute walk.
Ordering one doughnut here just won't do. Start your day off right by heading here for a "diver's dozen" or an "epic eighteen." With signature doughnuts such as the "inside-out Boston cream" and specialty flavors such as the "Pina Colada" or the "Creamsicle," Shore Good will forever change the way you look at fried dough.
While LBI has more than its share of awesome spots for burgers and dogs, Living on the Veg has become a bastion for fresh and delicious fare of the meatless sort: veggie-laden sandwiches, salads and wraps; tacos and guacamole; burritos stuffed with barbecued seitan or cheesy tempeh; and fresh-fruit smoothies. The avocado club, with avocado, hummus and sprouts on multigrain toast, is highly recommended.
Although it's a newcomer to the dining scene in Ship Bottom, the Arlington offers a dining experience unlike any other in LBI: rustic décor, inventive New American dishes crafted from high-quality, locally sourced ingredients, and a drink menu (signature cocktails, craft beers, barrel-aged spirits on tap, etc.) that other establishments might find tough to duplicate. Menu items such as the seafood paella, braised short ribs and grilled flatiron steak are sure to entice, but guests who can't stay for dinner will rejoice knowing that the Arlington's housemade bacon is available to go.
The burger selection is ridiculous—half-pound peanut butter burger, anyone?—as is the selection of foot-long hot dogs, but this Beach Haven Gardens hot spot is anything but a typical burger shack. Families flock to Woodies Too not only for the old-fashioned Shore staples—burgers, dogs, fried chicken, shakes, cheesesteaks, etc.—but also for the casual, friendly atmosphere, perfect for grabbing a satisfying bite on the run.
Beach Haven's Fantasy Island is as much a part of the fabric of LBI as the Barnegat Lighthouse. Here, kids of all ages laugh the night away playing the arcade games, seeing LBI in its entirety from the top of the Ferris wheel and partaking in games of chance. Also, entertainment options abound throughout the summer, including the return of Reptile World—a live show featuring pythons and gators and cobras, oh my!—in August.
The Dutchman's has been a fixture since the 1950s, and it remains a vital happy hour hot spot for those who appreciate great food of Bavarian heritage and fine seafood, as well as a good adult beverage (a cold mug of Paulaner, for example) or two. The Dutchman's alfresco bar, the Quelle, provides an idyllic roost for undoing the coils of a long week.
This boutique hotel in Brant Beach has one of the best views of LBI, its rooftop "O" bar. The O is the perfect place for sipping one of Daddy O's signature cocktails—perhaps the 18-Mile Run, a blending of three Brinley rums (mango, coconut and spiced), with pineapple, orange juice, ginger ale and cranberry. Even when the weather doesn't cooperate, Daddy O has a restaurant bar equipped with all the accoutrements necessary for enjoying a well-made martini or something from the extensive wine list.
With two dozen flavors of hand-dipped ice cream, Barry's Do Me a Flavor in Beach Haven has something to suit every palate, especially considering the copious list of premium toppings. (Extra jimmies, please!) There's also soft serve, frozen yogurt and every other kind of ice-cream-related creation under the sun. This includes the ballyhooed "Pamwich," Barry's take on the ice cream sandwich.
There's always a reason to party at Joe Pop's in Ship Bottom. Daily happy hour specials, from 3 to 7 p.m., include $3 domestics inside and $5 frozen drinks at the alfresco Tiki Joe's. Libations aside, Joe Pop's has live bands, DJs and other entertainment six nights a week to keep guests smiling all summer long.
Located in Beach Haven's Bay Village, Song of the Sea is a destination for locals and "shoobies" alike. Its specialties include jewelry, gifts and other items created by local artisans, though it's probably best known for its collection of kitschy signs. Song of the Sea also specializes in custom signs, so if there's something you want on a sign, they can do it here. Just keep it clean, people.
Since taking over Shelly's Café in 2012, new owner Agnes Ritzel has kept the homemade muffins and hearty breakfast entrées this quaint Ventnor spot is known for while adding friendly service that is appreciated by locals and summer renters alike.
Just a short walk off the beach, this is a terrific place to step off the sand for a bite, whether you're bringing the kids or headed to their impressive bar for a burger and a craft beer. The menu has plenty of options, but be sure to try a coal-fired specialty pizza like the saltim bocca or sweet caramelized onion and prosciutto pie.
Days at the Shore are meant for bathing suits and flip-flops. But when the sun goes down, get dressed up for a savory meal at this classy restaurant by the bay. Seafood, sushi, pasta and steak are all worthy options on a diverse menu that will please any palate.
Chocolate lovers will have a hard time keeping their figures in beach shape when they pass by Jagielky's. Famous for traditional items like their vanilla crèmes, they also have interesting choices like chocolate-covered Swedish fish, and of course, their top-secret fudge recipe is a must-have in the summer.
For amusement rides or mini golf, head to the nearby Ocean City Boardwalk. But no stay in Margate is complete without taking the kids to see the lovable Lucy, who sits six stories high and overlooks the beach. Guided tours are available, or you can stop for lunch in the picnic area. Lucy may be aging, but she never gets old.
You can't walk the 9400 block of Ventnor Avenue without noticing the influence of Johnny and Joanna Liccio. The owners of Shuckers Bar and Grille and John's Steaks also provide an elegant dining experience at Johnny's Café, along with a rollicking daily happy hour. Specials include bacon wrapped jumbo shrimp and cocktails like the peach sunrise martini.
With its rooftop deck overlooking the beach, the Greenhouse is a Margate mainstay. Enjoy the ocean breeze while you sip on a daiquiri or piña colada from the blender, or drinks on the rocks like the Beach Blanket Bingo or Jet Ski Thriller, a blend of vodka, peach schnapps, and Midori along with cranberry and orange juices.
Custard's Last Stand Located in the heart of Ventnor on Dorset Avenue, Custard's Last Stand has all your traditional ice cream favorites, as well as specialty flavors like salted caramel pretzel and pumpkin pie. Also a spot for water ice lovers, their generous portions are certain to make a scorching summer day at least a little cooler.
Whether you're 21 or 61, Memories is the place if you're looking to hit the dance floor. The owner is legendary DJ and Rock and Roll Hall of Famer Jerry Blavat, who also spins the tunes every Friday and Saturday night of the summer till 4 a.m.
Hannah Newcomer, owner of this trendy boutique, prides herself on providing a pleasant shopping experience for both the young and young at heart. Her store features comfortable, fashionable items from hot brands like Free People and Alternative Apparel as well as accessories and gifts for the home from noted designer and Bridgeton native Jonathan Adler.
Step into this cozy European style café for a twist on the typical heavy Shore breakfast. Ma France Creperie offers a lighter alternative, filling a buckwheat crepe with ingredients such as egg, ham, Swiss cheese, mushrooms or bacon. Pair your meal with their French press coffee and you may suddenly imagine yourself in Paris.
When your stomach growls midday, head over to Cinco de Mayo for a taste of authentic Mexican cuisine served in a friendly atmosphere. Homemade salsa, guacamole and tortillas are just the beginning on this menu featuring classics like tostadas, chiles rellenos and tacos. If you're a more adventurous foodie, try the beef tongue taco.
Authentic, fresh and friendly are just three words to describe this casual Italian restaurant on Asbury. Vittorio's serves up a cuisine of classic dishes with homemade pasta and seasonal ingredients in a warm ambiance. We can't resist the much-buzzed-about Chicken Esquire, stuffed with Boursin cheese and topped with scallops, shrimp and a creamy tomato sauce.
For a snack that's saltier than the ocean and hotter than the sand, you can't beat Curly's Fries on the boardwalk. Cooked fresh before your eyes and served in a bucket built for sharing, you might have to fight off a few seagulls while you enjoy them, but it's worth the risk.
With any Shore vacation, there's always the chance of rain ruining your plans. Instead of the kids bouncing off the walls at home, let them jump the energy away at Boardwalk Bounce, an indoor retreat featuring giant bounce houses, inflatable slides and a rock climbing wall. Rain or shine, this activity will have even parents jumping for joy.
The Shore is probably the last place where you'd need an attitude adjustment, but that's the theme of the daily happy hour at Sandi Pointe Coastal Bistro in Somers Point. A selection of half-price appetizers, $5 martinis, 30 wines by the glass and 12 rotating craft beer taps are the perfect way to cap off a day on the beach—and soothe sunburn sufferers.
Book a babysitter and grab a seat at The Doc's Place in Somers Point—the ideal spot for a quality cocktail or two. From the classic cosmopolitan to adventurous combinations such as Cabo Wabo tequila, Grand Marnier, orange, lime and lemon juices, the drink list will make this date night one worth waiting for.
When the mood calls for ice cream, head to Hobby Horse Ice Cream Parlor. You can't miss the iconic carousel horse out front or the 47 hand-dipped flavors inside, served on waffles, cones or cups, and topped with anything you can imagine. If you find yourself here more than once during your Ocean City stay, your secret's safe with us.
Live music and summer go hand-in-hand, and Yesterday's has a calendar full of bands all season long. Every Friday and Saturday night features two bands playing simultaneously indoors and outdoors; and there's something for everyone, from rock 'n' roll to indie acoustic, leaving every member of your party entertained.
What's a vacation without a little retail therapy? Asbury Avenue is the hub for shopping, and Ta-Dah is not just one but five boutiques catering to different women's tastes. From high-end clothing and jewelry to trendy accessories and summer sandals, there is plenty available to make heads turn while you walk the boards.
Everything tastes better down the Shore, especially when great food is paired with a great view. At the appropriately named Sunset Pier, breakfast is not only a meal but also an experience. Here, the joys of blueberry pancakes, Texas-style French toast and the "kitchen sink" omelet can be savored in the sunshine on the outdoor deck, which overlooks the bay on 86th Street.
At lunchtime, seafood lovers flock to Mike's Seafood for lunch on the dock. You can't go wrong with the fish and chips, but you might find it tough to resist ordering something called the "Back Bay Bomb." Do not resist, because this fried jumbo lump crab cake, topped with more crabmeat, and served on a Kaiser roll with fries and coleslaw, is a masterpiece.
It's a relative newcomer, having opened in 2013, but Mako's has already made a name for itself, thanks to a menu packed with fresh, creatively crafted seafood dishes that are head and shoulders above the deep-fried sort. Examples: tilapia stuffed with jumbo lump crabmeat and finished with a creamy lobster sauce; and the mammoth crab cakes touched off with a Creole mustard aioli. Fish not your thing? Try the grilled filet with chimichurri sauce and garlic-roasted potatoes.
Two words: "fries" and "sliders." Drifters specializes in both, and the mix-and-match menu—a pair of crab cake sliders with truffle fries, say, or a barbecue bacon cheeseburger slider with Buffalo bleu fries, or the Cajun chicken slider with Canadian poutine fries—has made this place a "go-to" anytime the hunger demons in one's gut starts to grumble.
Sure, the Shore has its share of good surf breaks, but it's also prime territory for another board sport: standup paddleboarding, which, if you or the kids haven't tried it yet, is exactly what it sounds like. Harbor Outfitters' SUP camps for kids enable fledgling SUP-ers to explore Sea Isle's flat-as-glass waters from a much different perspective—by essentially walking on water.
The Dead Dog is a proper saloon—comfortable yet upscale, ideal for catching up with friends over a Phils game, tapping one's feet to the beat of a bass drum when the live entertainment is in full swing, or simply enjoying a cold beer and some exceptional pub grub of the chicken wing, bang-bang shrimp and mac-and-cheese bite sort.
There is an altogether fine bar area inside this traditional Italian restaurant, but the real magic happens outside. Before or after dinner here, be sure to take a seat at Henri's, an alfresco bar located out back. Here, you'll enjoy signature cocktails—check out the frozen concoction known, rather understatedly, as the "302," in the flavor of your choosing—in a laid-back atmosphere that encourages lingering.
Marita's has been at it for almost 30 years, and it's easy to see why it has endured: dozens of flavors of homemade hand-dipped cones and soft serve (with toppings galore), among other summertime treats, all at a stand that harkens back to a simpler, much different time. It's cash only, so bring plenty of greenbacks … and, of course, a sweet tooth.
The happy hours at "the OD" are just short of legendary. With live entertainment just about every night of the week, generous food-and-drink specials ($1 tacos every Wednesday) and a raft of daiquiris and other signature cocktails, the OD has earned its rep as the mecca of Sea Isle nightlife.
If you're looking for a stylish new swimsuit, a pair of too-cute shoes or an adorable accessory to turn any outfit into a stunner, head to this unique boutique for woman's apparel on Pleasure Avenue. From summer tanks and tees to designer dresses and jewelry, Kiwi has you covered.
Marabella's offers all the traditional breakfast staples, but also has specials like the eggs Florentine, and the frittata of the day, which often includes our favorite, the sausage and mozzarella frittata—made with the freshest eggs and enough melty mozzarella to make our cheese-loving taste buds swoon.
Chill was new in 2014 and we love that they're bringing their farm- and ocean-to-table concept back for another season. You won't find fresher seafood or more in-season vegetables at this laid-back, family-friendly establishment, so we recommend you order whatever tempts your palate, then sit back and enjoy.
Just because you're down the Shore doesn't mean your dinner options are limited to boardwalk fare and fast food. You'll find fine dining at its best at Sax, where the atmosphere is just as elegant as the menu which boasts standout dishes like pan-seared scallops with toasted hazelnut and one unforgettable lobster Caesar salad.
Whether you're a sweet aficionado or you prefer treats on the savory side, you'll find the perfect afternoon snack here, with options ranging from chocolate cheesecake muffins to truffle cheese.
Inevitably, the beach is going to get boring this summer. So when your kids are looking for something else to do, head over to Harbor Bike & Beach Shop, where you can rent bikes and cruise the island for the afternoon.
There's nothing better than a cool drink after a hot day in the sun, and the Stone Harbor Bar and Grill offers plenty of options after having expanded their selection of draft and craft brews. Happy hour brings plenty of specials and munchies like the ahi tuna bites.
There's a lot to like about the Water Star Grille—from its appealing food offerings to its seating on the water—but its cocktail menu truly stands out. We love how summer-like their drinks are—the Melon-Basil Cooler and the Cool as a Cucumber are especially refreshing on a hot evening—and we never get the same one twice.
Springers is practically an institution in Stone Harbor, so you'd be doing yourself a disservice if you were to forgo any of their over 50 flavors, which include the chocolate and vanilla mainstays but also feature unique specialties like potpourri and butterscotch brickle.
If you're looking to extend your happy hour into the evening, head to Fred's, where there's never a shortage of live music on the weekends. The beer selection is notable as is the coconut vanilla martini.
Whether they know what they're looking for or they need a little inspiration, ladies looking to update their wardrobes will find the trendiest summer clothing and accessories here, ensuring they step out on their latest Shore adventure in style.
This cozy spot serves up lots of homemade goodness for early risers looking to fill their belly. Fluffy pancakes and well-cooked omelets are fine choices, but we can't stop raving about their Banella French toast—slices of bread baked in-house stuffed with sliced bananas and topped with Nutella.
Shoobie's menu has so many delectable options you could come all summer and not eat the same thing twice. They offer inventive sandwiches and paninis, tacos, mouthwatering burgers, even something called jelly fries—hand-cut fries with cream cheese and a spicy pepper jelly. Oh yeah, the salads are pretty dynamite too, if you're into that whole looking-good-in-a-swimsuit thing.
The menu here is small, but focused, and the plates coming out of the kitchen are as appealing to the eye as they are appetizing to your stomach. Start with Prince Edward Island mussels in a tangy Tabasco tequila sauce then opt for the spicy roasted jerk chicken or blackened salmon, before finishing the evening with a warm chocolate chip muffin stuffed with cookie dough and a side of ice cream.
Boardwalk food is all about being able to grab and go. A slice of pizza here, a bucket of French fries there. Sam's and Curley's are Jersey Shore institutions and the fact that they are located mere steps from one another makes it easy for us to chow down efficiently. It's no coincidence that both places have steady lines; good things come to those who wait.
Over in Wildwood Crest your kids will have a blast riding through the marsh and getting up close and personal with the wildlife while learning about the ecosystem thanks to a friendly and knowledgeable staff that knows the local waterways like the back of their hand. Oh, who are we kidding? Even the adults in your crew will enjoy this one.
Happy hour is truly a celebration at this North Wildwood joint. Grab a seat on the outdoor patio where live acoustic music fills the atmosphere as you sip on a Cape May IPA or a specialty cocktail while munching on plates like fried mac-and-cheese wedges or littleneck clams steamed in garlic herb butter.
High-end cocktails reign supreme at this modern space sandwiched in between some of Wildwood's more rowdier bars. Gin Makes You Sin—Hendrick's gin, aperol, basil with honey syrup, grapefruit and a little carbonation—is a surefire way to kick off any evening. Or wind things down with the Message in a Bottle—hibiscus, coconut rum, orange, marmalade, pineapple, coconut milk and nutmeg. The bartenders here are true mixologists and the crafted cocktails are their hallmark.
With more than 30 homemade ice cream flavors Duffers is a one-stop shop for anyone who screams for ice cream. We absolutely melt for their undeniably delicious sticky bun offering, but maple walnut and piña colada are also crowd pleasers. They even have sundaes portioned for the little ones and they make a darn good orange cream float as well.
Irish bars are all about the party and this pub packs plenty of Celtic charm. It also hosts some of the Shore's hottest live musical acts giving patrons the chance to cut loose and dance the night away. The sounds range from Irish folk songs to the hits of today, all under one roof with one mission in mind: to create a night to remember.
This boutique carries the likes of Tommy Bahama and Brighton so your Shore couture will never suffer. It's the perfect place to pick up some accent jewelry for a special evening on the town or to grab a seasonal handbag that you'll likely be clutching well past Labor Day.
13: The Hooters with G. Love & Special Sauce and Southside Johnny & the Asbury Jukes. Two legendary Philadelphia bands from different decades will share the stage for the first show at the Borgata's new outdoor concert venue, Festival Park.
Historic Gardner's Basin is the place to be for this night of food that includes live cooking demonstrations and plenty of tastings all in the name of raising money for the Atlantic City Aquarium's education programming.
Celebrate the holiday as A.C. lights up the sky with two evenings of firework spectaculars. The Boardwalk will be the best place to watch Friday's beachfront show. On the Fourth the show will take place across town at the Marina.
A weekend made for food includes the always-popular Grand Market where restaurants, wineries and scores of exhibitors appeal to your gourmet senses.
Visit AC.GourmetShows.com for more information.
Famed funnyman Jerry Seinfeld comes to the Borgata for two nights of stand-up comedy where fans can expect plenty of his observational humor and ironic laughs.
This eighth-annual event allows guests to sample food from the Tropicana's casual and fine dining restaurants with proceeds from the evening benefitting The United Way.
Avalon will host Thursdays on Dune weekly starting July 2, featuring family-friendly activities like a pet parade, a balloon artist, character appearances and giveaways, throughout the town's shopping district, followed by a concert at Veterans Plaza. Popular BYOB restaurant The Diving Horse will open for its sixth season with a new executive chef, Paul Carrier.
New businesses in town include Pop's Italian American Deli on Ocean Drive, Big Chanco's Tacos on 21st Street, Tuckahoe Bike Shop on Dune Drive, Surf Snack Shack at 21st and Dune Drive, Vozzella's Brick Oven Pizza at 21st Street and Dune Drive, and Jellyfish Juice Bar at 20th and Dune Drive. Avalon Barbecue Co. has also moved to a new location on 21st Street.
Congress Hall's nightclub The Boiler Room has added six signature wood-fired pizzas and draft beer—including some local brews—to its menu. Pizzas are available nightly during the summer months. Sam Ackrill has also been named general manager of the resort.
The Little Store will combine fresh baked goods with fresh local produce at 1208 Route 109. Lucky Bones Beach will serve up a variety of burgers, fries and milkshakes.
Louisa's Café has increased its seating to accommodate 32 diners, up from 20. Folks from Peter Shields Inn will transform the Pilot House into Fins Bar & Grill at 142 Decatur Street with chef Carl Messick manning the kitchen.
Beach Haven welcomes Delaware Avenue Oyster House & Bar. Think fresh seafood and inventive small plates.
Women's boutique Wink has doubled the size of its Surf City location.
Roads in Tuckerton Beach that were heavily damaged in Superstorm Sandy are getting new water and sewer lines as well as repaving. The projects will be funded by the New Jersey Department of Transportation and the New Jersey Environmental Infrastructure Trust Fund.
As part of Beachstock 2015, Margate is keeping an eye on your health with the Wellness Oasis, where you can have a free skin screening by a health professional. Also new to Beachstock this summer is an eco-friendly treasure hunt for kids; and South Pacific Island Dancers, featuring traditional dances from Hawaii, Tahiti and New Zealand—even a Samoan fire and knife dance.
Margate is also upping the ante on an existing event, Thursdays Free Movies on the Beach with an art program for children before the movie.
There are several new businesses in town, including Teal Cruising and Charters, which offers sunset cruises, fishing trips and special events, as well as Anchor Arts on South Essex Avenue, which offers children and adult art classes.
The Margate Dairy Bar and Burger on Ventnor Avenue has a newly designed building and an expanded menu this year. Barrels Italian Restaurant is now located on Ventnor Avenue. The owners of Junior's Doughnuts and Dogs are opening Junior's Seafood Shack on Amherst Avenue; and a new eatery, Margate Burgers, will also open this summer. Jo Jo's Pizzeria is now called Sapore and has changed ownership.
Steve and Cookie's owner Cookie Till is behind Ventnor No. 7311, a new bakery and café found at 7311 Ventnor Avenue.
New restaurants include Vittorio's Italian Restaurant on Asbury Avenue, Frankie's on the Bay on Bay Avenue and Troy Mediterranean Cuisine on the beach block of Ninth Street in the former spot of Periwinkles, and Tony P's House of Pie on the Boardwalk.
Yoasis, a popular frozen yogurt shop in downtown Ocean City, recently opened a second location on the boardwalk called Yoasis Beach Bowls.
A new skatepark is expected to be completed this summer in Ocean City, adjacent to the fire headquarters at Sixth Street and Asbury Avenue.
Ocean City is also hosting a new set of events this summer called World Record Wednesdays, attempting feats such as the longest line of high fives/connected beach towels, fitness challenges, taffy unwrapping and pizza eating, among others.
Ocean City also redecked a portion of the boardwalk between 6th and 7th streets during the offseason.
Several new eateries have opened in Sea Isle, including A Modo Mio Ristorante on Landis Avenue, Bella Luna Ristorante on JFK Boulevard, City Burger and La Piazza Brick Oven Pizza & Ravioli House, both on Landis Avenue and Sea Shell's Pizza & Subs on 43rd Street.
For the fashion-forward, two new boutiques join the town's repertoire, Coastal Palms Boutique on Landis Avenue and Obsession Boutique on 43rd Street.
The Army Corp of Engineers has issued a formal notice to move forward with a $57.6 million beach replenishment project of Ludlam Island, which includes the entire shorefront of Strathmere and Sea Isle City. Once the project is completed, the beaches in Sea Isle will be 200 to 300 feet wider during high tide. The project is 100 percent federally funded, except for the outfall portion of the project which costs $85,000.
A new $11.8 million city hall building will also be completed this summer in Sea Isle, since the previous structure was damaged during Hurricane Sandy. The new consolidated municipal building will be located on JFK Boulevard.
Stone Harbor Bar and Grill recently renovated its space and will introduce a new menu this season. In the mood for fine dining? Try out SAX Prix, which for nine weeks this summer will offer a multi-course prix fixe menu, two thoughtfully selected wine flights and a full gourmet, exclusive dining experience.
Stone Harbor will also be hosting a new event, the Harbor Hustle 5K and 2-Mile Fun Walk, set for July 5. And every Tuesday from July 7 through Aug. 25, bring your beach chairs and head to Water Tower Plaza for a weekly concert.
The Watering Hull is a new Caribbean-inspired seafood restaurant opening on the second floor or Harbor Square at 261 96th Street.
After a renovation and new ownership, Tucker's Pub will reopen this summer as the Old City Pub. After being closed for more than two years following Hurricane Sandy, Nino's Family Restaurant will re-open at the site of the former Groff's Restaurant on Magnolia Avenue. Splash Zone Waterpark's Flow House Bar & Grill also added a new upscale menu this year.
This summer at Morey's Piers & Beachfront Water Parks will be a new gorilla-themed amusement ride, centered around the iconic Kong boardwalk landmark. Morey's Piers' interactive artists' colony, artBOX, will introduce a new rotation of guest artists, and a new interactive workshop where kids can create their own works of art to take home.
Bill Henfey Park is undergoing a renovation, including upgrades to the softball field, a new basketball court, two playgrounds, restrooms, a first aid station, new fencing and newly planted trees.
Wildwood Crest Library has a new location on Atlantic Avenue.
Also check out the town's new Icon Wall Murals, sprinkled throughout the Wildwoods and showcasing its colorful history and culture.
Sip a collection of your favorite local brews at the first-ever Wildwood Beer Fest, June 13-14. And close out the season with the Wildwood Block Party and Music Festival, slated for Sept. 6, with a special performance by Chubby Checker. If country is more your style, Boots at the Beach is set for Sept. 18-19 and will have crafts, vendors, great food, and of course, live country music.
Published (and copyrighted) in South Jersey Magazine, Volume 12, Issue 3 (June, 2015).