Make This President's Day Weekend Amazing!
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. 15, 2024
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NEW JERSEY
See What's Hot, Exciting and New! Atlantic City Fashion Week Is Here!
Runway style fashion event. See five shows over three days at the Showboat Hotel. Additional information can be found at www.AtlanticCityFashionWeek.com
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 the 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.
Build Your Self Confidence with an Online Workshop!
History Buff? Tour the Oldest Continually Operating Winery in the Country
Good Music, Food and Drink Specials at the Good Dog Bar
Are You a Walking Wealth of Unnecessary Information? You Might Find Your Tribe at Trivia Night in Egg Harbor Township!
It's jazz Appreciation Night at Wilson's featuring the Greg Farnese Quartet! No Cover!
PENNSYLVANIA
Art Sherrod Is Holding a CD Release Party in Philly
It's Game Night! Have Some Grown Folks Fun in Philly
Tour the Wagner Museum in Philly! No Charge!
Sing Loud, Sing Off Key, Just Sing at Late Night Karaoke in Philly!
DELAWARE
Enjoy Smooth Jazz at the Delaware Art Gallery in Wilmington
Experience the vibrant energy of DelArt every Third Thursday. Embrace the cozy ambiance of the galleries, revel in live music and performances, and indulge in a delightful happy hour with a cash bar on chilly winter evenings.
Improve Your Acting Chops with a Community Theater Audition in Wilmington!
Director/music director Liz Hazlett is seeking adult actors (18+) for all roles in the June production of Bonnie & Clyde. Also seeking one female presenting child actor and one male presenting child actor, both age 10-12.Open auditions Feb. 12 and 15 starting at 6:30 p.m. (check in starting at 6). Must check in by 8:30 pm. Callbacks (if needed) Sunday Feb. 18th. Please prepare a 16-32 bar cut of a song in the style of the show. Come with sheet music or a track you wish to sing with.
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Celebrate Black History Month in DC! Sit at the Feet of Greatness with Ben's Chili Bowl Co-Founder Virginia Ali
Check Out Some Live R&B in Brandywine!
Let Your Inner Caribbean Loose at Reggae Thursdays in DC!
FRIDAY Feb. 16, 2024
NEW JERSEY
See What's Hot, Exciting and New! Atlantic City Fashion Week Is Here!
Awaken Your Inner Artist at a Halal Paint & Sip in Atlantic City!
Do Some Crafting with the Kids at the "Make Your Own Mac & Cheese Bowl" at Renault Winery
Get Ready to Roll & Bounce at Young's Open Skate Night!
Enjoy the Galentine & Valentine Happy Hour & Day Party at Wilson's!
Come to Wilson's for the Day Party! Stay for Under the Influence of R&B Party
AC's Own DJ Marc E. Asbury is Spinning in Browns Mills!
DJ Marc E. Asbury is spinning at the Country Lake Pub in Browns Mills. He's on the wheels from 8 p.m. until!
PENNSYLVANIA
Enjoy Hot Indie Artist Seraiah Nicole at the Philadelphia Museum of Art
Friday Night Lounge is Pay What You Wish admission! Unwind from the week with locally sourced spirits and wines, tasty small plates, and live music. Enjoy a late stroll in our galleries, discover a new favorite artist, and rediscover the museum for yourself. This week check out Seraiah Nicole (@ssseraiah)
Check Out Adult Game Night and Networking in Philly!
Experience a Taste of Philly with a Reading Terminal Market Tour!
Smile Awhile at Reggae Vibes in Philly!
DELAWARE
Come Out for a Battle of the Sexes in Wilmington!
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Check Out the R&B Party in DC!
Observe Shabbat with a Mardi Gras Flavor!
It's Never Too Late for Brunch at Young and Hungry Bottomless Fridays in DC!
Enjoy the Sip & Serenade Red Affair!
SATURDAY Feb. 17, 2024
Whatever you do today, make a memory!
NEW JERSEY
See What's Hot, Exciting and New! Atlantic City Fashion Week Is Here!
Check Out Karaoke with AC's Own Big Al at the Showboat
Marsha! Marsha! Marsha! Help Solve a Very Brady Murder at Resorts
Break Out the Singer Skills at the Sew Fun: Sewing Class
Kool & the Gang Is Playing the Ocean Casino
The show is at 8 p.m. To purchase tickets click here.
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.
Enjoy an R&B Valentine's Edition of "After Dark" at Wilson's!
PENNSYLVANIA
Sneaker Heads of the World Unite at Sneakercon in Philly
Keep It Low at the Silent Party in Philly!
It's the Age of Aquarius Party in Philly!
Check Out the Poetic Justice Valentines Party in Philly!
DELAWARE
Hey Ladies! Reconnect with Yourself at Sensual Healing: Beginning Heels and Stretch Class in Newark
It's All Love! Check Out the Valentines' Day Comedy Show in Smyrna
WASHINGTON DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Check Out the Reggae on the Roof Day Party in DC
Check Out Black Alley Live in Brandywine
Experience the Power of the Drum in College Park!
Learn More about Zora Neale Hurston at a Play Sponsored by Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Incorporated!
SUNDAY Feb. 18, 2024
NEW JERSEY
Tony Day & Across the Globe Appearing at Kelsey's.
Kelsey's, 1545 Pacific Avenue; Atlantic City, NJ 08401,
Take a Walk at Turkey Point in Cape May! You'll be Amazed at the Natural Beauty
Enjoy the Ultimate Day Party Experience at Wilson's!
This One Is for the Vegetarians! Enjoy a Vegan Potluck and Comedy Show in Medford
PENNSYLVANIA
Make Time for an R&B Brunch in Philly
Pearls of the Future Is Having a Bowling Party!
Discover Your Voice at the Afro-Poetry Workshop
DELAWARE
Check Out Courtney B. Vance in Wilmington
WASHINGTON, DC, MARYLAND & VIRGINIA (DMV)
Ain't No Party Like a RE Party! Rare Essence Is Having a President's Day Weekend Bash
Before You Go See RE, Backyard Band Is Playing a Day Party in DC
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