Avalon and Ocean City
When the waves beckon, you’ll be ready after a few private lessons with Elation Surf Camp in Avalon or Ocean City NJ Surf School. Kids and adults are welcome. Avalon: $60 for 30 minutes. 12th Street Beach, (609) 961-6156. Ocean City: $75 for an hour. 51st Street Beach, (609) 736-0131.
Cape May
There’s a lot of mystery when it comes to the history of Cape May. Embark on a Voices From Beyond House Tour at the 1879 Emlen Physick House, where you’ll hear actual EVPs (electronic voice phenomena) recorded by tour guides and staff at the estate. You’ll also see photos of apparitions captured inside the house. $25–$30. (609) 884-5404.
Kids ages 6–17 should begin warming up their throwing arms for the Junior Clamshell Pitching Tournament on Aug. 30. Free. Windsor Avenue Beach across from Congress Hall, (609) 884-9525.
At the annual Tomato Festival on Aug. 31, food vendors and crafters offer edibles and handmade items inspired by this fabulous fruit. Live music, too. Backyard Park, 732 Broadway, (609) 884-1005, ext. 100 or 101.
Ocean City
July–Aug. 7, Wednesdays Are Wacky in Ocean City, with a pie-eating contest, a Christmas celebration, sculpting with saltwater taffy and more. Free. Ocean City Music Pier, (609) 399-1412.
Transform your little one into a mermaid, unicorn, fairy, shark or dragon with a package at Bowfish Studios that includes hairstyling, face painting, a glitter tattoo and a themed accessory. Ages 3 and up. $35–$75. 956 Asbury Ave., (609) 938-1901.
Every Tuesday evening in July and August is Mummers Night, when these flamboyant Philly performers bring their extravagant costumes and elaborate dance moves to Ocean City’s boardwalk. 6th-14th streets, (609) 399-1412.
Taught by women for girls ages 6 and up, two-hour skateboard clinics will be held on July 14 and Aug. 11 at the Ocean City Skatepark. Bring your own skateboard and safety equipment. $50. 5th Street and Asbury Avenue, (609) 525-9304.
Sea Isle City
Practice your downward dog and other poses on a stand-up paddleboard on the bay during a weekend yoga session with Fish Alley Paddle Company. $40. 329 43rd Place, (609) 263-1401.
Stone Harbor
Every week on Totally Turtle Tuesday and Horseshoe Crab Mania Thursday, you can make the acquaintance of these denizens of the deep, catch up with the latest research and create themed crafts. Free with $12 admission. The Wetlands Institute, 1075 Stone Harbor Blvd., (609) 368-1211.
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