Families Flock to Cape May for a Classic Fourth of July Experience

Issue #385

July 06, 2025

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather 

⛱ Families Flock to Cape May for a Classic Fourth of July Experience

🌞 Wildwood Lifeguards Get Sun Smart with New Safety Initiative

 💍 Beach Miracle: Cape May Firefighter Reunites Woman with Lost Rings

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Families Flock to Cape May for a Classic Fourth of July Experience

 

 Cape May offered a picture-perfect Fourth of July, with sunshine, patriotic decorations, and festive activities drawing families to the Shore. From mini golf and carousel rides to beach fun, the town delivered classic summer charm and a strong sense of tradition. The weather added to the magic, with the sunshine drawing crowds to the beach. Kids played in the surf, parents relaxed in beach chairs, and everyone seemed to embrace the timeless appeal of a summer holiday by the sea. Cape May’s Fourth of July celebration doesn’t end with the sunset. Fireworks lit up the sky Friday night on the beach in front of Congress Hall and on Saturday the city’s annual Independence Day Parade wowed the crowds along Beach Avenue.

 

Wildwood Lifeguards Get Sun Smart with New Safety Initiative

 Captain Ed Schneider of the Wildwood Beach Patrol is promoting sun safety among lifeguards after attending a presentation by the RDK Melanoma Foundation. The “Sun Smart” program, introduced in Philadelphia and now shared with Wildwood lifeguards. The program uses the acronym SMART to promote five key sun safety practices: Seek shade, Moisturize with SPF, Apply sunscreen, Remember protective clothing, and Time your exposure to avoid peak UV hours.The Beach Patrol has also upgraded to sun-protective uniforms from Raypella to further support the initiative.

Beach Miracle: Cape May Firefighter Reunites Woman with Lost Rings

 After losing two rings at Wildwood Crest Beach, a South Jersey woman was reunited with both items thanks to a Cape May fire lieutenant and helpful beachgoers. Lieutenant Jeffrey Laag, who runs a local jewelry recovery service, Ring Finders Cape May, found the wedding band days after a family discovered the first ring. He returned both rings to the owner in person. Though he doesn’t charge for his services, Laag continues to offer jewelry recovery assistance across Cape May County, accepting tips from those he helps.

Cape May, New Jersey, is known for its rich history and architecture. Which significant event in 1878 led to the rebuilding of many buildings in the Victorian style?

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Answer to the July 5th Trivia Question

What unique feature makes Cape May, New Jersey, notable among birdwatching communities in North America?

A) It hosts the only year-round birding festival in the U.S.
B) It is home to the largest bird sanctuary on the East Coast.
C) It hosts the annual World Series of Birding event.
D) It has the oldest birdwatching club in the country.

Answer: C) It hosts the annual World Series of Birding event.

Cape May is famous for being one of the top birdwatching sites in North America, largely due to its location at the southern tip of New Jersey and its numerous nature preserves and wildlife refuges. The Cape May Bird Observatory coordinates birding activities in the area, including the annual World Series of Birding

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