FALL-WINTER 2009: Calendar

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Ventnor In Your Town – Edition of Oct. 15, 2009
Oct, 14-2009 3:39 pm

Vendors wanted for Holy Family Holiday Bazaar

Holy Family Regional School is seeking vendors for a Holiday Bazaar scheduled for 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 in St. James Memorial Hall. Table space is $50 per eight-foot table space; $60 with electric. Application deadline is Oct. 22, or until the bazaar is full. Call Nicole Calabrese (609) 892-8132 or email bella0713@comcast.net.

Halloween parade

The Ventnor Heights Mothers Club will hold a Halloween parade with a lineup at 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 at Ski Beach on Burke and Dorset avenues. Participants will march to Titus Field at 1 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to best in the following categories: toddler, scary, comic, fancy, band, patriotic, original, floats. Rain date is Saturday, Oct. 31. If it rains Saturday the parade will be held in the Ventnor Educational Community Complex gymnasium.

Beach cleanup

The Ventnor Pickup Posse, in conjunction with Clean Ocean Action and Max’s Mission, will have a fall beach sweep 10 a.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 beginning at the Newport Avenue Pavilion at Newport Avenue and the beach. Maps, gloves and trash bags will be provided. Call (609) 214-9379.

Fall Harvest Sale

There will be a Fall Harvest Sale 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 at Ventnor Community Church on Ventnor and Victoria avenues. The sale will include gently used items, crafts, baked goods, soup and gift baskets. A $5 lunch will be available beginning at 11 a.m.; dinner is $8 and will be served 4 to 7 p.m. or until it runs out. Call (609) 822-5937.

Ronald Shapiro to speak at Beth Judah

Sports agent, author, attorney and mediator Ronald Shapiro will be the speaker for the opening breakfast of the Beth Judah Men’s Club 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. The breakfast is open to the entire community. Cost is $10; reply to (609) 822 7116 ext. 101.

Holiday parade

The Ventnor holiday parade is set for noon Saturday, Dec. 12. Lineup begins 11:30 at the corner of Cornwall and Ventnor avenues. The parade will end at the firehouse on New Haven Avenue where Santa Claus will greet children. Local businesses, civic groups and anyone who would like to join may sign up by calling (609) 823-7900.

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ATLANTIC CITY – This is a dream weekend for film enthusiasts as the second annual Downbeach Film Festival presents the Atlantic City Cinefest, opening Friday evening, Oct. 16 and running through Sunday with a mix of shorts, documentaries and feature length films. William Sokolic of Ventnor is once again heading the effort to bring fresh films that represent a cross section of the independent film world to the shore.

This year all of the films will be shown at Resorts Atlantic City. The film festival is featuring several critically acclaimed independent films that have garnered awards, like “Ice Grill, USA.” The film by Brigantine natives Mark Bernadi and Greg Santarsiero is set in Atlantic City and examines class struggle and the acquisition of status in a morally indifferent community. The film makes its South Jersey debut 7:30 p.m. Friday in the Screening Room at Resorts.

A much-anticipated South Jersey premier will take place Sunday when Bob Bowdin’s movie “Cartel” hits the big screen. The 90-minute film takes a Michael Moore-style look at New Jersey schools and the powerful education lobby.

Local personality Pinky Kravitz will lend his voice to the film festival as the weekend caps off with an award ceremony to validate the work of independent filmmakers and actors.

For tickets or information visit http://www.downbeachfilmfestival.org.

Click link to view lengthy list of movies being featured at the fest.

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The City of Ventnor is throwing a BBQ for the volunteers immediately after the pickup on Newport Avenue and the Gazebo.




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Ventnor Community Church nears fundraising goal
Oct, 21-2009 3:28 pm
By SHAUN SMITH
Staff Writer


VENTNOR – In January, the Ventnor Community Church asked residents of Downbeach to lend a hand and help restore the building that has stood on the corner of Ventnor and Victoria avenues for more than 85 years.

At the time, the church needed to raise upwards of $62,000 to repair cracks in the mortar of the tower that allowed moisture to seep into the sanctuary and the Fellowship Hall below. There was also the resulting water damage to repair.

In all, the repairs were estimated at $82,110, and the church had only $20,000 in its building fund from two years of soup sales and rummage sales.

According to church Treasurer Beverley Gill, their prayers were answered.

She said Mike Marino of DaVinci Homes in Ventnor contacted the church and said he could do the job for $51,550.

Gill said he has repaired the flat roof, recalked the stained glass windows, and the inside of the sanctuary has been replastered and repainted. The next project is renovating the church doors.

“He has also helped us to reinstall the flags that are now flying from our building. Mr. Marino has admitted that he has fallen in love with our building, and it is now a labor of love for him,” Gill said via email.

She said the church’s fundraisers included a clothing drive, a Shrove Tuesday roast pork dinner, a ham and cabbage dinner for St. Patrick’s Day, an Italian Night dinner, and a plant and rummage sale.

“We have also received generous amounts of donations from our members, the citizens of Ventnor, Margate and Longport and also from the business community including Mento’s Ice Cream from across the street from the church,” she said Gill. “We have raised over $48,098, but we now need to raise about $5,000 to complete the renovations since a few unexpected expenses have arisen.”

She said they are fixing up the Fellowship Hall in the church basement, for which they received draperies donated by Borgata Hotel & Casino.

Church congregants have also done their part to pay it forward. They recently awarded the Roy Todd Memorial Scholarship to John Gigliotti, 19, who saved a man’s life this summer by running into a burning building in Ventnor Heights. Gill said the church awarded him $500 toward books in honor of Todd, a Ventnor schoolteacher who lived on the street where the rescue took place. Todd was a member of the church, coached Little League coach and was active in the Ventnor-Margate Lions Club, she said.

“He was a great community leader and a very nice man and mentor. We felt the scholarship rewarded John's exceptional courage and good character.”

Gill is hopeful the church can raise the money for the repairs.

“We have had a run of bad luck with all the rain, and the great firemen of Ventnor came twice and pumped out our basement that had flooded with water,” she said.

Gill said plumber Bernie Fox has been working overtime on various projects at the church, going “above and beyond the call of duty.”

“So things are going well for us, and our beautiful church will once again stand boldly on the corners of Ventnor and Victoria avenues,” she said.

The church will be holding a Fall Harvest Sale 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 24 of gently used items, crafts, baked goods, soup and gift baskets. A $5 lunch will be available beginning at 11 a.m.; dinner is $8 and will be served 4 to 7 p.m. or until supplies run out. Call (609) 822-5937.

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Hydrant testing

The Ventnor Water and Sewer Utility will conduct flow testing on the city’s fire hydrants between Monday, Oct. 26 and Friday, Oct. 30. Testing will begin at Jackson Avenue and proceed south to Fredericksburg Avenue followed by Ventnor West and finishing in Ventnor Heights. Residents are advised not to be alarmed if discoloration of tap water is noticed, as it is not harmful and will dissipate in several hours. However, residents may want to avoid washing clothes, especially white loads, during the testing period or while the water is discolored.



Halloween parade rescheduled

The Ventnor Heights Mothers Club Halloween parade has been rescheduled to Saturday, Oct. 31, beginning with lineup at 12:30 p.m. at Ski Beach on Burke and Dorset avenues. Participants will march to Titus Field at 1 p.m. Prizes will be awarded to best in the following categories: toddler, scary, comic, fancy, band, patriotic, original, floats. If it rains the parade will be held in the Ventnor Educational Community Complex gymnasium.



Hebrew reading course for beginners

Chabad at the Shore is offering a four-week Hebrew reading crash course. The series begins 11 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 and will be held on Sundays at Chabad Ventnor Shul, 6412 Ventnor Ave. Reservations required; call Ron Mangel at (609) 992-4975.



Holy Family holiday bazaar

Holy Family will hold its second annual holiday bazaar 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 1 in St. James Memorial Hall, 9 S. Newport Ave. Call (609) 822-2234.



Viking Rowing Club 50th anniversary party

Viking Rowing Club will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Doc Holland’s Boat House Dream 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Chelsea Hotel in Atlantic City. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction will be followed by buffet dinner, dancing and a short program confirming Doc Holland’s mission “to get an oar into the hands of anyone who wants try.” The public is invited to join alumni, past and present members and student rowers. Tickets are $60; cash bar. Reservations are required. Checks can be made payable to Viking Rowing Club, PO Box 3345, Margate, NJ 08406. Call (609) 484-0600 or email normal1231@comcast.net.



Ronald Shapiro to speak at Beth Judah

Sports agent, author, attorney and mediator Ronald Shapiro will be the speaker for the opening breakfast of the Beth Judah Men’s Club 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. The breakfast is open to the entire community. Cost is $10; reply to (609) 822 7116 ext. 101.



Free showing of ‘A Christmas Carol’

The Atlantic County Healthy Living Coalition is celebrating its fifth birthday with a free private screening of Disney’s “A Christmas Carol” starring Jim Carrey 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the IMAX Theatre at the Quarter at Tropicana Casino. Check-in is at 8:45 a.m. Popcorn and drink will be provided. Must attend the entire event to receive the free movie; activities include a showcase of the coalition’s highlights, coalition awards and colorectal cancer education. Parking at the Havana Tower Parking Garage at the Tropicana is approximately $5. Call (609) 653-3527.



Holiday parade

The Ventnor holiday parade is set for noon Saturday, Dec. 12. Lineup begins 11:30 at the corner of Cornwall and Ventnor avenues. The parade will end at the firehouse on New Haven Avenue where Santa Claus will greet children. Local businesses, civic groups and anyone who would like to join may sign up by calling (609) 823-7900.



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Ventnor In Your Town – Edition of Nov. 5, 2009
Nov, 04-2009 11:48 am

Rowing Club 50th anniversary party

Viking Rowing Club will celebrate the 50th anniversary of Doc Holland’s Boat House Dream 6 p.m. Wednesday, Nov. 11 at the Chelsea Hotel in Atlantic City. Cocktails, hors d’oeuvres and a silent auction will be followed by buffet dinner, dancing and a short program. The public is invited to join alumni, past and present members and student rower for this delicious testimonial to Doc Holland. Tickets are $60; cash bar. Reservations required. Checks can be made payable to Viking Rowing Club, PO Box 3345, Margate, NJ 08406. Call (609) 484-0600 or email normal1231@comcast.net.

Ronald Shapiro to speak at Beth Judah

Sports agent, author, attorney and mediator Ronald Shapiro will be the speaker for the opening breakfast of the Beth Judah Men’s Club 9:45 a.m. Sunday, Nov. 15. The breakfast is open to the entire community. Cost is $10; reply to (609) 822 7116 ext. 101.

Free movie

The Atlantic County Healthy Living Coalition is celebrating its fifth birthday with a free private screening of Disney’s “A Christmas Carol” starring Jim Carrey 9 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 18 at the IMAX Theater at the Quarter at Tropicana Casino. Check-in is at 8:45 a.m. Guests must attend the entire event to see the free movie. Popcorn and drink will be provided. Other activities include a showcase of the ACHLC’s highlights, coalition awards and colorectal cancer education. Parking at the Havana Tower parking garage at the Tropicana is about $5. Call (609) 653-3527.

Beth Judah Hanukkah bazaar

Congregation Beth Judah will hold its annual Hanukkah bazaar 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 at 700 Swarthmore Ave. Sponsored by the Beth Judah Sisterhood, the event raises funds for youth programs and activities in the synagogue and community. Vendors including Simply Fabulous Belt Buckles, The Schnecken Connection homemade baked goods, and Lilli’s Scarves selling clothing, accessories, jewelry, gift sets and home décor. The Beth Judah Gift Shop will be open, offering Judaica and holiday items. Kosher lunch will be available, and there will be crafts, video games and face painting for kids. Parking is available. Call Marla Topp (609) 822-7116, ext. 106

Holiday parade

The Ventnor holiday parade is set for noon Saturday, Dec. 12. Lineup begins 11:30 at the corner of Cornwall and Ventnor avenues. The parade will end at the firehouse on New Haven Avenue where Santa Claus will greet children. Local businesses, civic groups and anyone who would like to join may sign up by calling (609) 823-7900.

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Ventnor In Your Town – Edition of Dec. 3, 2009
Dec, 02-2009 6:04 pm

Free parking

There will be free metered parking at meters throughout the city until and including New Year’s Day.

Madrigal Concert and Dinner

The Doug Murdock Meistersingers and Church of the Epiphany will hold their third annual Madrigal Concert and Dinner 6:30-9 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 5 at Church of the Epiphany, 6605 Atlantic Ave. Beginning with a concert in the church nave, the event will be followed by a three-course meal where the entertainment continues. Meistersingers bring listeners back to the Renaissance period through song, dance, revelry and poetry. Tickets are $35; reservations required by calling (609) 377-5460.

Evening of Arts

A free night of live music, painting and poetry featuring Yana Hristova, Cecilia Drakopoulos and Steve Winkle will be begin 8 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 at Malelani Café, 5206 Atlantic Ave. Call (609) 822-5007.

Living Nativity at Holy Family Regional School

Holy Family Regional School will present a living nativity featuring live animals, Christmas caroling and a tree lighting ceremony 6:30 p.m. Friday, Dec. 11 on the church grounds at Newport and Atlantic avenues. Angels in gold, red and silver are being sold as a way to remember loved and special intentions. The angels will be placed on the trees Dec. 11 and blessed by Rev. Joseph Ganiel. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served in the Memorial Hall immediately afterward. Angels can be purchased at the school office, after Mass on most Sundays or Dec. 11 prior to the blessing of the tree and tree lighting. Call (609) 822-2234.

Christmas Bazaar

Ventnor Community Church on the corner of Ventnor and Victoria avenues will hold its annual Christmas bazaar 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Saturday, Dec. 12. There will be gifts, baked goods, new and used items, unique gifts, gift baskets, wreaths, ornaments and plants. Lunch and dinner will be available for eat-in or take out. Lunch is $5 and dinner is $8. Proceeds benefit the church building restoration project. For takeout call (609) 822-5937.

Municipal menorah lighting

A menorah lighting ceremony will be conducted 5:30 p.m. Monday, Dec. 14 in front of the Ventnor Library and Cultural Arts Center, 6500 Atlantic Ave. on the New Haven Avenue side. Rabbi Rapoport of Chabad Synagogue and Hazzan Smolen of Beth Judah Synagogue will join together for the blessings and songs for the menorah lighting.

Toys for Tots collection

Donations of new, unwrapped toys may be placed in the collection box inside the reception area of City Hall from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. weekdays until Monday, Dec. 14. The toys will be given to the U.S. Marine Corps Reserves for distribution through the Toys for Tots program. Call (609) 823-7900.


Beth Judah Hanukkah bazaar

Congregation Beth Judah will hold its annual Hanukkah bazaar 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday, Dec. 6 at 700 Swarthmore Ave. Sponsored by the Beth Judah Sisterhood, the event raises funds for youth programs and activities in the synagogue and community. Vendors include Simply Fabulous Belt Buckles, The Schnecken Connection homemade baked goods, and Lilli’s Scarves selling clothing, accessories, jewelry, gift sets and home décor. The Beth Judah Gift Shop will be open, offering Judaica and holiday items. Kosher lunch will be available, and there will be crafts, video games and face painting for kids. Parking is available. Call Marla Topp at (609) 822-7116, ext. 106.

Holiday parade

The Ventnor holiday parade is set for noon Saturday, Dec. 12. Lineup begins 11:30 a.m. at the corner of Cornwall and Ventnor avenues. The parade will end at the firehouse on New Haven Avenue, where Santa Claus will greet children. Local businesses, civic groups and anyone who would like to join may sign up by calling (609) 823-7900.

New parking permits available

New 2010-2011 parking permits for those living in the 4800-5200 blocks of Ventnor are available for purchase 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Friday in the Code Enforcement Office at City Hall. The charge is $2 for each permit, and residents must present their vehicle registration to make the purchase. The old permits expire Dec. 31.

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