Beaches at Avalon’s north end remain closed, but replenishment work will begin soon.

BEACH REPLENISHMENT WORK has not yet begun in Avalon & Stone Harbor, but is expected to start in the next several weeks.  The much-anticipated project will add several hundred thousand cubic yards of sand to Avalon & Stone Harbor beaches, leveling and widening them.  Look for a significant update on the project in the coming weeks!

BYE-BYE, WINTER!  The official arrival of spring brings with it the excitement and anticipation of a new season at the shore!  Warm weather, lazy days on the beach, an afternoon of fishing, drinks on the deck with friends, gorgeous sunsets—they’re all on their way!

DOLPHINS ARE BACK!  A pod of dolphins was spotted in Townsend’s Inlet last week, and ospreys have been seen returning to local nests.  As both daily temperatures and local waters gradually warm up look for more signs of spring to come.

PIPING PLOVERS ON THE BEACH:  The first piping plovers have returned to local beaches for annual nesting.  Piping plovers are endangered and should not be approached or touched; dogs should be kept leashed and well away from them.  Stone Harbor has closed its beaches to vehicular traffic, effective immediately, in order to protect the birds during their nesting season.

WIND-FARM DISCUSSIONS were held last week in Ocean City and Wildwood.  Large crowds at both forums were mostly against the continuation of offshore work, and listened intently as a variety of officials and experts spoke.  Opposition to offshore wind farm work has intensified as numerous whales have died along the east coast, including nine in New Jersey, since December.  Early Tuesday morning eight dolphins beached in Sea Isle City, and at least two of them died, while the Marine Mammal Stranding Center was working to save the rest.  At the time of this writing there is no information on what caused the dolphins to beach or if it is related in any way to offshore work.

REMINDER: NEW TRASH COLLECTION CARTS will be used in both Avalon and Stone Harbor this year, beginning in May.  Avalon will supply one large (95-gallon) trash cart and one large (95-gallon) recycling cart per property.  (Homeowners may add additional carts.)   Stone Harbor is requiring each homeowner to purchase their new trash and recycling carts, and various sizes are allowed.   Be sure you have enough carts at your property to accommodate the trash and recycling material generated during peak occupancy of your property—especially if you are a rental property owner!  See the FAQ for each town for more information:

Avalon Trash Cart FAQ: https://avalonboro.net/avalon-2023-trash-and-recycling-program-frequently-asked-questions-are-here/

Stone Harbor Trash Cart FAQ: http://stoneharbornj.org/details-of-new-trash-and-recycling-receptacles-required-by-may-1st-2023/

UPCOMING EVENTS: 

• Avalon History Museum Lecture: Uncovering the Hidden History of the Diving Horses.  39^th Street Tennis Building, Saturday, March 25^th, 1pm.
• Beach Sweeps, Avalon and Stone Harbor, Saturday, April 1^st, 9am-12:30pm.  Dress for the weather, bring your own bucket, and wear hard soled shoes.  Register at www.CleanOceanAction.org
• Annual Stone Harbor Easter Egg Hunt, Stone Harbor Firehouse, Saturday, April 1^st, 12pm-12:30pm.
• Easter Bunny Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, April 1^st, 2^nd, & 8^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Avalon Home and Land Owners Association Community Connections meeting, Avalon Community Hall, Saturday, April 8^th, 2023, 8:30am-11am.
• Avalon Recreation Department Easter Egg Scramble: Ages 1-4, 8^th Street Playground; Ages 5-6, 10^th Street Field; Ages 7-10, 12^th Street Field.  Saturday, April 8^th, 10am sharp.
• Harbor Hop 5K Run, 1M Run, 1M Walk, Stone Harbor, Saturday, April 8^th, 9am.  Info & registration: https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/StoneHarbor/HarborHop
• Stone Harbor Job Fair, at participating businesses, Saturday, April 15^th, 10am to 4pm.  Stone Harbor job listings: https://stoneharborchamber.com/help-wanted
• Spring Ice Cream Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, Saturday, April 15^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Avalon Dune Grass Planting, Saturday, April 22^nd, 8:30am. Volunteers will meet at Avalon Community Hall, 30th Street and Avalon Avenue, at 8:30am for a brief planting demonstration.  After the Dune Grass planting there will be a bagged light lunch outside Community Hall.  Organizations and groups are encouraged to volunteer!  Please call Sue Keen at 609-967-5924 or Chuck McDonnell at 609-967-3066, no later than April 11th, to sign-up.
• Free Tree Seedlings for Cape May County homeowners, Avalon Community Hall, Saturday, April 22^nd, 8:30am-12pm.  500 native tree seedlings are available (arrive early).
• Southern NJ Coast Guard Ball, 75^th Anniversary of Recruit Training in Cape May, US Coast Guard Training Center Cape May, April 29, 2023.  Info and tickets here: https://coastguardcommunity.org/events/southern-new-jersey-coast-guard-ball/
• Avalon Bulk Trash Pick Up, place items curbside May 5^th through May 14^th.
• Garden Club of Stone Harbor Plant Sale, by Pre-Order only, pickup orders at Stone Harbor Public Works Garage, Saturday, May 13^th, 9am to 4pm.  Order info here: https://gardenclubofstoneharbor.org/plant-sale/
• Garden Club of Stone Harbor Community Yard Sale, 9401 Second Avenue, Saturday, May 20^th, 8am-2pm.
• Avalon Garden Club 39^th Annual Flower Show, Avalon Community Hall, Saturday, June 10^th, 10am to 3pm.  Design & horticultural exhibits, raffle baskets, free admission.  www.avalongardenclub.org

Weekly Events: 

• Thursdays at Surfside, weekly concerts at Surfside Park, Avalon, Thursdays, 7pm, beginning June 29^th.

 

New Listings:

2907 Dune Drive, First Floor, North Side, Avalon, $10,150, ACTIVE MLS#: 230669

2117 4th Avenue, Unit A, Avalon, $975,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230668

379 93rd Street, Stone Harbor, $4,500,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230628

256 105th Street, Stone Harbor, $4,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230651

271 47th Street, Avalon, $4,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230654

33 Seabreeze Lane, Avalon Manor, $5,795,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230639

 

Properties Under Contract:

570 21st Street, 1st Floor, Avalon, $1,140,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230375

388 21st Street, Avalon, $1,425,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230598

9705 Second Avenue, 9705, Stone Harbor, $1,800,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230408

3565 Dune Drive, Avalon, $2,489,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230643

5765 Ocean Drive, Avalon, $3,679,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230033

36 E 14th Street, Avalon, $3,795,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222677

 

Properties Sold:

7800 Dune Drive, 209, Avalon, $350,000, SOLD MLS#: 223595

39 Stone Court, Stone Harbor, $812,500, SOLD MLS#: 222545

1607 Ocean Drive, E, Avalon, $960,000, SOLD MLS#: 230171

419 104th Street, Stone Harbor, $4,150,000, SOLD MLS#: 222786

Spring flowers will soon be blooming on the island!  Need to order some?  See the events list below for details on the Garden Club of Stone Harbor Plant Sale!

AVALON MAYOR MARTIN PAGLIUGHI has announced that he will not seek re-election as Avalon’s mayor, after having served in the postion for 32 years, according to a Cape May County Herald article.  Having been elected to the position in 1991, many Avalon residents, homeowners, and visitors don’t remember a time when Pagliughi wasn’t the mayor.  Avalon’s next election is slated for May 9th, 2023.

“ON THE WAY TO CAPE MAY…”  The song conjurs up images of a leisurely drive down the coast, with beautiful shore scenes greeting you at every turn.  An article from OnlyInYourState.com highlights a few of those scenes, with a focus on Grassy Sound, behind North Wildwood.  Check out the article here: https://www.onlyinyourstate.com/new-jersey/scenic-drive-beautiful-destination-nj/

ARE YOU STILL HUMMING “On The Way To Cape May” after reading the headline above?  If you are, perhaps you need to listen to the original tune!  Take three minutes to brighten your day!  https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rS3eaKg6DsI

GET YOUR BEACH TAGS ONLINE!  Both Avalon and Stone Harbor season beach tags are now available for purchase online.  Order a set for your family and have them shipped to your door!  Find them here: https://jersey-cape-tags.myshopify.com/collections/currentbeachtagsbadges

IT’S “SHIVER WEEKEND!”  The Stone Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge and related events occur this weekend.  Even if you’re not up for a chilly dip in the surf—which is around 40 degrees at this time of year!–perhaps you’ll be up for watching the action on the beach.  See below for details!

UPCOMING EVENTS: 

• Hearing on Offshore Wind, hosted by Congressman Jeff Van Drew.  Wildwoods Convention Center, Thursday, March 16^th, 2pm.
• Pre-Shiver Party at Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, Friday, March 17^th, 6pm.
• Kegs & Eggs, Fred’s Tavern, 96^th Street, Saturday, March 18^th, 9am.
• Stone Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge, 95^th Street beach, Saturday, March 18^th, 11:30am.   Registration for Pre-Shiver Party, Polar Plunge and Kegs & Eggs: https://www.active.com/stone-harbor-nj/water-sports/swimming/stone-harbor-shiver-polar-plunge-2023?int=72-3-A1
• Wind Farm Discussion, Zoom presentation, hosted by Cape May County Democrats.  Monday, March 20^th, 7pm.  Register at www.cmcdems.com/events
• Beach Sweeps, Avalon and Stone Harbor, Saturday, April 1^st, 9am-12:30pm.  Dress for the weather, bring your own bucket, and wear hard soled shoes.  Register at www.CleanOceanAction.org
• Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Stone Harbor Firehouse, Saturday, April 1^st, 12pm-12:30pm.
• Easter Bunny Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, April 1^st, 2^nd, & 8^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Avalon Home and Land Owners Association Community Connections meeting, Avalon Community Hall, Saturday, April 8^th, 2023, 8:30am-11am.
• Stone Harbor Job Fair, at participating businesses, Saturday, April 15^th, 10am to 4pm.  Stone Harbor job listings: https://stoneharborchamber.com/help-wanted
• Spring Ice Cream Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, Saturday, April 15^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Southern NJ Coast Guard Ball, 75^th Anniversary of Recruit Training in Cape May, US Coast Guard Training Center Cape May, April 29, 2023.  Info and tickets here: https://coastguardcommunity.org/events/southern-new-jersey-coast-guard-ball/
• Avalon Bulk Trash Pick Up, place items curbside May 5^th through May 14^th.
• Garden Club of Stone Harbor Plant Sale, by Pre-Order only, pickup orders at Stone Harbor Public Works Garage, Saturday, May 13^th, 9am to 4pm.  Order info here: https://gardenclubofstoneharbor.org/plant-sale/

Weekly Events: 

• Thursdays at Surfside, weekly concerts at Surfside Park, Avalon, Thursdays, 7pm, beginning June 29^th.

 

New Listings:

388 21st Street, Avalon, $1,425,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230598

263 103rd Street, East, Stone Harbor, $2,195,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230565

10311 Sunrise Drive, Stone Harbor, $6,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230600

10315 Sunrise Drive, Stone Harbor, $6,895,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230601

122 92nd Street, Stone Harbor, $9,950,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230596
Properties Under Contract:

422 99th Street, 2nd floor, Stone Harbor, $1,125,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230546

507 24th Street, Avalon, $4,595,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230268
Properties Sold:

260 110th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,250,000, SOLD MLS#: 230003

262 52nd Street, Avalon, $2,462,500, SOLD MLS#: 222769

Villa Maria is taking shape at 111^th Street in Stone Harbor.  The new retreat is smaller than the old structure, but has modern features the old building lacked.

IT’S SHOP-A-HOLICS WEEKEND in Avalon & Stone Harbor!  Shop designers and deals at over 35 participating businesses in Avalon and Stone Harbor.  For an interactive map of participating stores click here: www.visitavalonnj.com/shopaholics

THE REEDS AT SHELTER HAVEN was listed among the 14 Best New Jersey Staycations by thedigestonline.com.  Ristorante Luciano also earned a mention in the article.  Other nearby “bests” include the Virginia Hotel, Congress Hall, and the Southern Mansion, all of Cape May.

SUNDAY MORNING WATER RESCUE: Stone Harbor and Avalon Fire Departments responded to a water rescue this past Sunday, along with North Wildwood and Wildwood Fire Departments.  Two kayakers were reported in distress and were located by two firefighters aboard Stone Harbor’s fireboat about a half-mile off Stone Harbor Point.   One kayak had capsized, and one was filling with water.  Stone Harbor’s fireboat transported the victims to the beach, then to two ambulances waiting at the 123^rd Street parking lot.

STONE HARBOR BEACH TAGS are available for purchase at Borough Hall.  Season tags are $32 per tag, through May 31st.  Avalon tags are available online at https://jersey-cape-tags.myshopify.com/collections/currentbeachtagsbadges

THREE WIND FARM sessions will be hosted locally in the next two weeks for anyone concerned or wanting to learn more about the ongoing projects.  All sessions are free and open to the public.  See my Upcoming Events list below for details on each session.

UPCOMING EVENTS: 

• Shop-A-Holics Weekend, Seven Mile Beach Shopping Districts, Thursday-Sunday, March 9-12.  For an interactive map visit www.visitavalonnj.com/shopaholics
• Stone Harbor Bulk Trash Pick Up, Monday, March 13^th.  Place items curbside up to 72 hours prior to pick up.  (No construction debris, hazardous waste, carpeting, brush/yard debris, concrete, bricks, or cinderblocks.)
• Flood Insurance Seminar, Stone Harbor Borough Hall, March 14^th, 6pm, and via Zoom.  Register for Zoom at https://stoneharbornj.org/flood-insurance-seminar-scheduled-for-march-14th-open-to-the-public/
• Wind Farm Public Information Session, hosted by Len Desiderio and Jay Gillian. Ocean City Tabernacle, Wednesday, March 15^th, 6pm.  Register at www.capemaycountynj.gov/1601/Cape-Wind-Inf
• Hearing on Offshore Wind, hosted by Congressman Jeff Van Drew.  Wildwoods Convention Center, Thursday, March 16^th, 2pm.
• Pre-Shiver Party at Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, Friday, March 17^th, 6pm.
• Kegs & Eggs, Fred’s Tavern, 96^th Street, Saturday, March 18^th, 9am.
• Stone Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge, 95^th Street beach, Saturday, March 18^th, 11:30am.   Registration for Pre-Shiver Party, Polar Plunge and Kegs & Eggs: https://www.active.com/stone-harbor-nj/water-sports/swimming/stone-harbor-shiver-polar-plunge-2023?int=72-3-A1
• Wind Farm Discussion, Zoom presentation, hosted by Cape May County Democrats.  Monday, March 20^th, 7pm.  Register at www.cmcdems.com/events
• Beach Sweeps, Avalon and Stone Harbor, Saturday, April 1^st, 9am-12:30pm.  Dress for the weather, bring your own bucket, and wear hard soled shoes.  Register at www.CleanOceanAction.org
• Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Stone Harbor Firehouse, Saturday, April 1^st, 12pm-12:30pm.
• Easter Bunny Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, April 1^st, 2^nd, & 8^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Stone Harbor Job Fair, at participating businesses, Saturday, April 15^th, 10am to 4pm.  Stone Harbor job listings: https://stoneharborchamber.com/help-wanted
• Spring Ice Cream Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, Saturday, April 15^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Avalon Bulk Trash Pick Up, place items curbside May 5^th through May 14^th.

Weekly Events: 

• Thursdays at Surfside, weekly concerts at Surfside Park, Avalon, Thursdays, 7pm, beginning June 29^th.

 

New Listings:

422 99th Street, 2nd floor, Stone Harbor, $1,125,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230546

284 13th Street, #6, Avalon, $1,250,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230538

389 21st Street, Avalon, $2,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230514

4208 Bayberry Road, Avalon, $12,400,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230537

 

Properties Under Contract:

7800 Dune Drive, 330, Avalon, $375,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223234

351 96th Street, 415, Stone Harbor, $525,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230208

3319 Ocean Drive, 3319, Avalon, $799,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223528

298 33rd Street, 298 33rd, Avalon, $925,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222390

 

Properties Sold:

7800 Dune Drive, 125, Avalon, $375,000, SOLD MLS#: 223235

404 21st Street, East, Avalon, $1,400,000, SOLD MLS#: 223540

260 110th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,250,000, SOLD MLS#: 230003

Less than three months to Memorial Day Weekend!

LESS THAN THREE MONTHS to Memorial Day Weekend!  Despite the grey skies and chilly temperatures most of us have been experiencing lately, we’re just a few months from kicking off our summer season—something that brings a smile to all our faces.

BEACH SWEEPS ARE BACK, returning to both Avalon and Stone Harbor on Saturday, April 1st.  Volunteers are needed to help clean beaches in each town, removing trash and debris, helping to keep them beautiful.  Dress for the weather, bring your own bucket, and wear hard-soled shoes. To volunteer, please register for the beach sweep at www.CleanOceanAction.org.

NEW IRRIGATION RULES in Stone Harbor prohibit the watering of grass, trees, and landscape beds between the curb and sidewalk using installed sprinklers.  These areas may only be watered using drip or trickle irrigation systems.  The ordinance was approved last April and went into effect January 1st.

AVALON BEACH TAGS can be purchased online!  As in years past, Avalon has partnered with Jersey Cape Tags to make beach tags available for online purchase and shipping right to your door!  Visit https://jersey-cape-tags.myshopify.com/collections/currentbeachtagsbadges/products/avalon-2023-seasonal-beach-tag

SPRING PROPERTY MAINTENANCE should be on your mind!  Don’t wait–schedule your spring maintenance now, and beat the rush.  Call your landscaper for flowers or shrubs; schedule your plumber to turn on your outside water lines; set up a powerwashing (or softwashing) of your siding; have your painter refinish your front door, trim, or other surfaces.

NEED A CONTRACTOR?  From pools to patios, doors to decks, and flowers to fences, I’m happy to recommend contractors or service providers.  Need one?  Call or email me!

UPCOMING EVENTS: 

• Atlantic City Boat Show, March 1-5.  www.acboatshow.com
• Shop-A-Holics Weekend, Seven Mile Beach Shopping Districts, Thursday-Sunday, March 9-12.
• Pre-Shiver Party at Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, Friday, March 17^th, 6pm.
• Kegs & Eggs, Fred’s Tavern, 96^th Street, Saturday, March 18^th, 9am.
• Stone Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge, 95^th Street beach, Saturday, March 18^th, 11:30am.   Registration for Pre-Shiver Party, Polar Plunge and Kegs & Eggs: https://www.active.com/stone-harbor-nj/water-sports/swimming/stone-harbor-shiver-polar-plunge-2023?int=72-3-A1
• Beach Sweeps, Avalon and Stone Harbor, Saturday, April 1^st, 9am-12:30pm.  Dress for the weather, bring your own bucket, and wear hard soled shoes.  Register at www.CleanOceanAction.org
• Annual Easter Egg Hunt, Stone Harbor Firehouse, Saturday, April 1^st, 12pm-12:30pm.
• Easter Bunny Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, April 1^st, 2^nd, & 8^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Stone Harbor Job Fair, at participating businesses, Saturday, April 15^th, 10am to 4pm.  Stone Harbor job listings: https://stoneharborchamber.com/help-wanted
• Spring Ice Cream Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, Saturday, April 15^th. www.SeashoreLines.org

Weekly Events: 

• Thursdays at Surfside, weekly concerts at Surfside Park, Avalon, Thursdays, 7pm, beginning June 29^th.

 

New Listings:

280 28th Street, North Unit, Avalon, $1,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230462

7899 Sunset Drive, W, Avalon, $1,995,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230466
Properties Under Contract:

488 21st Street, Avalon, $2,995,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223032

179 113th Street, Stone Harbor, $4,295,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223674

144 105th Street, Stone Harbor, $7,495,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222785

 

Properties Sold:

9114 Third Avenue, 2nd Floor, Stone Harbor, $1,625,000, SOLD MLS#: 223669

188 34th Street, Avalon, $2,500,000, SOLD MLS#: 223258

MARKET STATS: 13 properties sold in January 2023, down from last year, while the median sale price was up 14% over last year.  Despite an increase in the number of active listings to 105, which is up from last year, there are still fewer listings on the market now than there were in the late summer and early fall of 2022.  For a detailed look at the market, see the latest Long & Foster Market Minute report: https://marketminute.longandfoster.com/Market-Minute/NJ/Avalon-Stone-Harbor.pdf

OFFSHORE WIND POWER remains in the news as the NJ Board of Public Utilities ruled in favor of a petition from Ocean Wind, LLC for the right to route transmission cables beneath Ocean City beaches and streets, in order to connect with the power grid at Beesley’s Point in Upper Township. That ruling came two days after NJ Governor Phil Murphy announced a plan to require that 100% of vehicles sold in NJ to be zero-emission by 2035.  Local concerns include the loss of local input and control on public decisions, as well as the lack of sufficient electrical infrastructure for charging of electric vehicles.  The Cape May County Herald recently reported that 455 EVs were registered in Cape May County as of last May, up from only 200 in 2018.  But Cape May County’s population swells in the summertime, raising questions about the ability to charge large numbers of EVs during those months.

MEANWHILE, 30 MAYORS signed a letter calling for a moratorium on offshore wind work while the recent spate of whale deaths are sufficiently investigated.  While necropsies have reported no direct link between offshore work and the whale deaths, many remain unconvinced.  Congressman Jeff Van Drew, who has proposed legislation pausing offshore work until whale deaths are fully investigated, announced that he will hold a hearing in South Jersey March 16^th to determine the best course of action moving forward.

STONE HARBOR’S NEW REQUIREMENTS for trash and recycling containers will go into effect May 1st.  New containers, from 32-gallons to 96-gallons, must be of the type to fit “lifters” on automated trash trucks, and can be purchased at local stores such as Ace, Home Depot, and Lowes.  For details and FAQs see this link:  https://stoneharbornj.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/required-trash-containers.pdf
UPCOMING EVENTS: 

• Birding on the Barrier Islands, Stone Harbor Point Parking lot, Saturday, February 25^th, 1pm.  Register in advance at https://njaudubon.org/event/birding-on-the-barrier-islands/
• Atlantic City Boat Show, March 1-5.  www.acboatshow.com
• Shop-A-Holics Weekend, Seven Mile Beach Shopping Districts, Thursday-Sunday, March 9-12.
• Pre-Shiver Party at Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, Friday, March 17^th, 6pm.
• Kegs & Eggs, Fred’s Tavern, 96^th Street, Saturday, March 18^th, 9am.
• Stone Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge, 95^th Street beach, Saturday, March 18^th, 11:30am.   Registration for Pre-Shiver Party, Polar Plunge and Kegs & Eggs: https://www.active.com/stone-harbor-nj/water-sports/swimming/stone-harbor-shiver-polar-plunge-2023?int=72-3-A1
• Easter Bunny Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, April 1^st, 2^nd, & 8^th. www.SeashoreLines.org
• Stone Harbor Job Fair, at participating businesses, Saturday, April 15^th, 10am to 4pm.  Stone Harbor job listings: https://stoneharborchamber.com/help-wanted
• Spring Ice Cream Express, Cape May Seashore Lines, Saturday, April 15^th. www.SeashoreLines.org

Weekly Events: 

• Thursdays at Surfside, weekly concerts at Surfside Park, Avalon, Thursdays, 7pm, beginning June 29^th.

 

New Listings:

8001 Second Avenue, 416, Stone Harbor, $850,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230420

570 21st Street, 1st Floor, Avalon, $1,140,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230375

243 80th Street, 243, Avalon, $1,529,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230418

9705 Second Avenue, 9705, Stone Harbor, $1,800,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230408

403 7th Street, Avalon, $2,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230421

249 35th Street, East Side, Avalon, $3,095,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230390

565 7th Street, Avalon, $4,500,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230414

501 42nd Street, Avalon, $9,500,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230366

 

Properties Under Contract:

7800 Dune Drive, 209, Avalon, $364,900, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223595

39 Stone Court, Stone Harbor, $825,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222545

40 N Inlet Drive, Avalon, $2,249,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230040

301 84th Street, Stone Harbor, $2,485,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230004

264 41st Street, Avalon, $2,700,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 221868

251 35th Street, West Side, Avalon, $3,195,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222055

89 E 27th Street, Avalon, $6,995,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222900

 

Properties Sold:

237 26th Street, East Side, Avalon, $2,600,000, SOLD MLS#: 221700

1539 Dune Drive, Avalon, $3,950,000, SOLD MLS#: 220996

127 108th Street, Stone Harbor, $4,150,000, SOLD MLS#: 223435

This seal pup—estimated to be four to five weeks old—was rescued from Avalon’s 48^th Street beach by the Marine Mammal Stranding Center.  Photo from MMSC.

A BABY SEAL was rescued from Avalon’s 48^th Street beach on February 1st, according to the Marine Mammal Stranding Center.  MMSC volunteers transported the 36lb. seal pup to their intensive care unit, where he is being fed and cared for.  After receiving supportive care and fluids plus treatment for a respiratory infection, the pup is now recovering and eating on his own.  Once strong enough he will be released into the wild.  MMSC reminds beachgoers to remain at least 150 feet from any seal; to report a stranding call the MMSC 24 hours a day at 609-266-0538.  If you’d like to donate to MMSC visit https://mmsc.org/ways-to-donate

HOME PRICES increased by 6.9% in 2022 according to a recent CoreLogic report.  After 121 months of consecutive appreciation, home prices declined by .4% in December and are expected to decline just .2% in January.  CoreLogic is projecting a 3.0% increase in home prices in 2023.  But I’ll go a step further and say that among all the reasons listed by those who purchased shore homes years ago, appreciation ranks high but not at the top.  Instead, nearly everyone you ask will say “family memories,” or “because we enjoy it!”  Appreciation is a nice bonus when it occurs—but you’ll enjoy your shore house all the time!

DINERS, DRIVE INS, AND DIVES, the well-known Food Network show, ventured back to New Jersey to feature the Oyster Creek Restaurant in Galloway.  It’s not the first time South Jersey shore restaurants were featured on TV, though—and some of them were much closer.  Quahogs Seafood Shack of Stone Harbor was previously featured on DDD, as were Piccini Wood Fired Pizza of Ocean City, Maui’s Dog House of Wildwood, and George’s Place of Cape May.  See this article spotlighting other South Jersey Shore area restaurants that have been featured on TV:  https://wfpg.com/new-ddd-spotlights-south-jersey-restaurants-seafood/

SUMMER EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITIES ABOUND!  Those looking for summer work will have many options to choose from.  Some examples of potential employers include Avalon Beach Patrol, the Wetlands Institute, Fred’s Tavern, the Marine Mammal Stranding Center, plus most restaurants and shops.  Stone Harbor’s annual job fair takes place on April 15th; candidates may visit numerous participating employers in person that day.

“THURSDAYS AT SURFSIDE” JUST ANNOUNCED:  A summer’s worth of entertainment has just been announced in Avalon, beginning June 29th.  Thursdays at Surfside features a new band each week with fantastic music line up.  Put Thursdays at Surfside on your calendar each week and get ready to rock your way through summer!

THANK YOU, EAGLES, for a great season!  You and the Phillies have brought a lot of joy to our region this past season, and it’s safe to say we’re already looking forward to your 2023 seasons!

UPCOMING EVENTS: 

• First Annual Mardi Gras in Cape May, Exit Zero, Ferry Park, Friday, February 17^th, 6pm.
• Polar Bear Run/Walk for Autism, 5k Run and 1-mile Walk, Sea Isle City, Saturday, February, 18th, 9:30am to 11am.  Register in advance at https://runsignup.com/Race/NJ/SeaIsleCity/PolarBear5kRunWalkforAutism
• Birding on the Barrier Islands, Stone Harbor Point Parking lot, Saturday, February 25^th, 1pm.  Register in advance at https://njaudubon.org/event/birding-on-the-barrier-islands/
• Shop-A-Holics Weekend, Seven Mile Beach Shopping Districts, Thursday-Sunday, March 9-12.
• Pre-Shiver Party at Yacht Club of Stone Harbor, Friday, March 17^th, 6pm.
• Kegs & Eggs, Fred’s Tavern, 96^th Street, Saturday, March 18^th, 9am.
• Stone Harbor Shiver Polar Plunge, 95^th Street beach, Saturday, March 18^th, 11:30am.   Registration for Pre-Shiver Party, Polar Plunge and Kegs & Eggs: https://www.active.com/stone-harbor-nj/water-sports/swimming/stone-harbor-shiver-polar-plunge-2023?int=72-3-A1
• Stone Harbor Job Fair, at participating businesses, Saturday, April 15^th, 10am to 4pm.  Stone Harbor job listings: https://stoneharborchamber.com/help-wanted

Weekly Events: 

• Thursdays at Surfside, weekly concerts at Surfside Park, Avalon, Thursdays, 7pm, beginning June 29^th.

 

New Listings:

176 24th Street, Avalon, $4,700,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230327

416 Avalon Boulevard, Avalon Manor, $974,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230276

2023 Dune Drive, 2023, Avalon, $1,689,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230269

281 7th Street, Avalon, $2,295,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230253

4277 5th Avenue, Avalon, $3,600,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230302

507 24th Street, Avalon, $4,595,000, ACTIVE MLS#: 230268

Properties Under Contract:

7800 Dune Drive, 125, Avalon, $375,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223235

177 80th Street, 201, Avalon, $675,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 213997

420 99th Street, 3, Stone Harbor, $899,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 222176

404 21st Street, East, Avalon, $1,695,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 223540

805 Stone Harbor Boulevard, Stone Harbor Manor, $549,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230213

1607 Ocean Drive, E, Avalon, $999,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230171

74 W 30th Street, Avalon, $4,695,000, UNDER CONTRACT MLS#: 230017

Properties Sold:

2522 Dune Drive, 2520 Dune Drive, Avalon, $1,800,000, SOLD MLS#: 221847

73 W 17th Street, Avalon, $3,525,000, SOLD MLS#: 222479