It's a Pre-Valentines, Pre-Mardi Gras, Superbowl in Atlantic City Weekend
There's a lot to do from NJ to the DMV. Check out the Atlantic City Focus Weekend Guide to find out what's happening!
THURSDAY Feb. 8, 2024
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NEW JERSEY
The Twin Poets Are Coming Back to Atlantic Cape Community College
Celebrate Black History Month with a Tour in Galloway
Support the Jersey Girls Exhibit at the African-American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey in Newtonville
A group exhibit titled "Jersey Girls" will be on display from February 1 - April 30, 2024 at the African-American Heritage Museum of Southern New Jersey in the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Center at 661 Jackson Road in Newtonville. This is the fourth time the museum has hosted a "Jersey Girls" exhibit highlighting the work of local artists.
The museum routinely supports talented artists by providing them with gallery opportunities. The "Jersey Girls" exhibit, organized by founder and president Ralph E. Hunter, Sr., will include artwork by established and emerging artists in the local art community. The artwork of the women included in this exhibit represents the rich diversity of artistic talent available in our area.
The artists are: Nastassia Davis, Kandice Fields, Jasmine Haines, Heather Deegan Hires, Randi Meekins, Glynnis Reed, Chanelle René, Sydnéi Smith Jordan, Simone and Hazel Levy Washington.
Call (609) 704-5495 for museum hours.
The New Jersey Agricultural Convention Is Wrapping Up in AC
Sharpen Your Sketch Skills! Draw with a Live Model
History Buff? Tour the Oldest Continually Operating Winery in the Country
Good Music, Food and Drink Specials at the Good Dog Bar
AtlantiCare Holds Its Red Dress/Red Tie Reception Fundraiser
AtlantiCare is hosting its 15th Annual Red Dress/Red Tie Reception and Super Raffle. The company is asking you to join them for this important fundraiser by purchasing a ticket to the reception and/r purchase a raffle ticket to support its Heart Institute's programs and services. Proceeds also help place AEDs in schools, libraries, fire departments and other public locations throughout our community. Reception Ticket price: $75 | Raffle Ticket price: $20*
Are You a Walking Wealth of Unnecessary Information? You Might Find Your Tribe at Trivia Night in Egg Harbor Township!
Try Speed Dating Wilson's Style! Show You're the One in Two Minutes
Check Out the Disappointed Tourist Art Exhibit at Rowan University!
PENNSYLVANIA
Learn to Balance Work Life and Real Life at Clock In, Clock Out!
Open Up Some Pre-Valentine's Day Fun at the Lock & Key Singles Party
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Tour the Wagner Museum in Philly! No Charge!
Sing Loud, Sing Off Key, Just Sing at Late Night Karaoke in Philly!
DELAWARE
Sonia Sanchez and Talib Kweli Speak at the Wilmington Public Library
Get into the Rhythm of Working Out with Cardio Drumming
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
How Do You Feel about the AI Revolution? Let's Talk about It at Busboys and Poets in DC
Check Out Some Free R&B in DC!
Calling All Artists! The Galactic Panther's Mic Is Open
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Let Your Inner Caribbean Loose at Reggae Thursdays in DC!
FRIDAY Feb. 9 2024
NEW JERSEY
AC's Own DJ Fah D Plays Hip-Hop Night at the Anchor Rock Club
Check Out Holy Spirit's Spartan Night Fundraiser
The 2024 Holy Spirit Spartans - Night at the Races offers a fun and exciting evening of cocktails, dining, horse races, Ticket - silent & live auctions, dancing, door prizes, 50/50 raffle and more! 5 p.m. ACIT H.S. vs Egg Harbor Township H.S.
Paint & Sip with a Nature Artist in Northfield!
Paint & sip with Nature Artist Alexis Flack Experience the fun of print, paint & sip with Alexis of Wild Grown Art!" Spend a Galentine's girls' night out with your friends & family and create a piece of art to remember your time together. Participants will go home with a beautiful handmade journal, created from sturdy paper & twine and decorated with prints & paints.
Nephew Tommy from the Steve Harvey Morning Show Is Holding a Step Show with Alpha Kappa Alpha Inc. in AC
Are You in the Mood to Mask? Check Out a Mardi Gras Affair on the Friday Before Fat Tuesday at the Claridge Hotel
Do Some Crafting with the Kids at the "Build Your Own Marshmallow Bouquet" at Renault Winery
Get Ready to Roll & Bounce at Young's Open Skate Night!
Enjoy Seafood Friday Night & Chill Day Party at Wilson's!
Come to Wilson's for the Day Party! Stay for Under the Influence of R&B Party
Enjoy a Lovers & Friends Semi-Formal in Clementon!
PENNSYLVANIA
Smile Awhile at Reggae Vibes in Philly!
Experience a Taste of Philly with a Reading Terminal Market Tour!
DELAWARE
Enjoy a Cupcake Themed Paint & Sip in Smyrna!
Celebrate National Pizza Day in Bridgeville!
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
It's All about R&B in DC! Check Out the Valentine's Edition
Find Your Next Deal at Speed Networking in DC
It's Never Too Late for Brunch at Young and Hungry Bottomless Fridays in DC!
Laughter Is the Best Medicine! Check Out the Mic Divas Comedy Night in Silver Spring
SATURDAY Feb. 10, 2024
Whatever you do today, make a memory!
NEW JERSEY
Check Out Karaoke with AC's Own Big Al at the Showboat
Check Out the Lovers & Friends Valentine Concert at Showboat
Ready for Some Classic Fisticuffs? There's a Boxing Showcase at Showboat
Get Romantic at a Couples Cooking Class at the Claridge
Explore Harriet Tubman's Ties to South Jersey!
Watch the Birdie! Enjoy Bird Watching in Cape May
The Pool at Harrah's Has a Day Party. Then the Flow Changes at 10 p.m.!!! It's Easy to Find a Discount Promo Code.
Remember Where Luther Vandross Got His Start? See "Change" at Wilson's!
Step Back in Time and Enjoy the Music of the 90s until Now!
WILDWOOD
Dance the Night Away with Local Celebrities!
PENNSYLVANIA
Celebrate Black Joy with an Open Mic Night in Philly
Embrace Black Excellence with Young Vibrant Professionals in Philly!
DELAWARE
Party with a Purpose! Support the Omega Psi Phi Sweetheart Ball!
Check Out a Soulful Valentine in Dover!
WASHINGTON DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Join the Nupes of the Sandy Spring/College Park (MD) Alumni Chapter for a Night of NBA Fun while celebrating HBCUs and the Divine 9
Celebrate the Spirit of the Caribbean at Reggae Fest in DC
Listen to R&B All Night at Love Jones in DC!
Hear the Drum Tell Its Story in DC!
Celebrate Black History Month with a Tour of the Lee-Fendall House in Alexandria Where Enslaved and Free Workers Lived Under the Same Roof
Looking for a Few Laughs? You'll Find Them at the Comedy Playhouse in Brandywine
SUNDAY Feb. 11, 2024
NEW JERSEY
It's Superbowl Atlantic City Sunday!! Here Are a Few Places to Check Out the Big Game
For even more places to watch the game, click the link below.
https://www.atlanticcitynj.com/events/superbowl-sunday/
Tony Day & Across the Globe Appearing at Kelsey's.
Kelsey's, 1545 Pacific Avenue; Atlantic City, NJ 08401,
It's All about R&B and the Superbowl Atlantic City at Wilson's on Sunday!
Come for the "I Love R&B" Brunch Stay for the Superbowl Atlantic City Party
Celebrate Valentine's Day Early in Sicklerville!
PENNSYLVANIA
Check Out a Walking Tour of Black History in Philly
It's Superbowl Atlantic City Sunday! Here are a Few Places to Watch the Big Game in Philly!
DELAWARE
Check Out the Big Game in Wilmington!
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Here Are a Few Places to Watch the Super Bowl in the DMV
Not Interested in the Big Game? Stop by Soulflex & Stretch
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