Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock Weighs Challenge to Rep. Jeff Van Drew

In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🗽Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock Weighs Challenge to Rep. Jeff Van Drew

🏖️Cape May’s Exit Zero Festival Blends Coastal Charm with Crescent City Sound

🏨Gateway Playhouse Opens Season with ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’

👇 Here’s what’s going on in the Cape May Local Area👇  

 February 14

• Cape May Wine Trail - 10:45 am - 5:00 pm

• Fins Sunday Social - Cape May Stage - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm

• Cape May Zoo - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

• Mansions by the Sea Trolley Tour: Then & Now - 11:30 am - 12:15 pm

• Roller Skating at Convention Hall - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

• Valentine’s in the Vines - 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm

• Herb Moore Duo at the Cricket Club - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• Dan Barry at Nauti Spirits Distillery - 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm

• The Honey Hawks at the Mad Batter - 7:00 am - 10:00 pm

  February 15

• Cape May Zoo - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

• Cape May Lighthouse - 12:00 pm - 3:00 pm

• Galentine’s Day at Willow Creek - 12:00 pm - 4:00 pm

• Roller Skating at Convention Hall - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

• Cape May Jazz Vespers presents: The Howard Isaacson Group - 3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

• Vinnie Smith at Nauti Spirits Distillery - 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm

  February 16

• Cape May Zoo - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

• Black Legacy in Historic Cape May Trolley Tour - 11:45 am - 12:30 pm

• Roller Skating at Convention Hall - 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm

• Exploring Literary Greats, Four Online Seminars with Cape May Poet Laureate Sylvia Baer - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

• Trivia at Nauti Spirits Distillery- 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

  February 17

• Total Body Chair Yoga - instructed by Jerry Loewe - 9:30 am - 10:30 am

• Indoor Pickle Ball at Cape May Convention Hall - 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

• Cape May Zoo - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

• Little Sprouts: Winter Wonderland Series - 10:00 am - 10:45 pm

• Line Dancing - Instructed by Cathy Cashmere - 5:00 pm - 6:30 pm

• Trivia Night at Jesters Dive Bar - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

  February 18

• Indoor Pickle Ball at Cape May Convention Hall - 9:30 am - 3:30 pm

• Cape May Zoo - 10:00 am - 3:30 pm

• Miss Anita's Storytime -10:30 am - 11:30 am

• Tai Chi & Qigong - With Cheryl Crews & Denise Jones - 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

• Lunch & Learn: Black Classical Composers - 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

• Zumba - Instructed by Janet Spada @ WC Library - 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

• Music Bingo at Jesters Dive Bar - 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm

  OUR NEW EVENT SUBMISSION FORM

Have an Upcoming Event?

Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock Weighs Challenge to Rep. Jeff Van Drew

 Cape May Mayor Zack Mullock is considering a Democratic run for New Jersey’s 2nd Congressional District, potentially challenging U.S. Rep. Jeff Van Drew. First elected mayor in 2020, Mullock says growing political division, economic inequality and recent national controversies have prompted him to explore a congressional bid. The district spans much of South Jersey, and he would need to expand his name recognition beyond Cape May. Mullock points to his record of bipartisan leadership, historic preservation work and advocacy on economic and constitutional issues as key components of a possible campaign. The primary filing deadline is March 23.

  Cape May’s Exit Zero Festival Blends Coastal Charm with Crescent City Sound

 Each fall, the Exit Zero Jazz Festival transforms Cape May into a lively hub of world-class jazz infused with unmistakable New Orleans flair. Named for its location at the southernmost point of the Garden State Parkway, the festival has built a reputation for blending coastal charm with rich musical tradition. A hallmark of the event is its festive second line procession, which brings brass bands and festivalgoers through the Washington Street Mall in a celebratory march to the Cape May Convention Center. Founded in 2012 by former WWOZ jazz DJ Michael Kline, the festival was created to continue Cape May’s jazz legacy after the original Cape May Jazz Festival ended. Since then, Exit Zero has grown into a respected biannual event known for its intimate atmosphere and carefully curated lineup. Headlining performances take place in the 800-seat convention center, while additional concerts are staged at venues throughout the city, offering audiences close-up access to both legendary performers and emerging talents. The 2025 edition featured a diverse roster of artists, including Cassandra Wilson celebrating the 30th anniversary of New Moon Daughter, Stanley Clarke, Omar Sosa Quarteto Americanos, Roy Hargrove’s Crisol, Endea Owens & The Cookout, and many others. By pairing jazz icons with rising stars, the festival continues to honor the genre’s storied past while nurturing its future, solidifying Cape May’s place on the jazz map

Gateway Playhouse Opens Season with ‘You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown’

 Gateway Playhouse in Somers Point will open its 2026 all-musical MainStage Season with “You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,” running Feb. 20 through March 1. The classic 1967 musical, updated in 1999, brings Charles M. Schulz’s “Peanuts” characters to life through a series of comic-strip-style vignettes centered on friendship and growing up. Directed by Chip Garrison, the production features a double cast for Charlie Brown and Snoopy and includes a live onstage orchestra led by Music Director Henry Moore. Tickets are $25 and available now at GatewayByTheBay.org.

 Answer to the February 13th Trivia Question

Which major event in 1962 significantly impacted Cape May's infrastructure, leading to the construction of a seawall and new promenade?

A) The Great Atlantic Hurricane
B) The March Nor’easter
C) The 1878 fire
D) World War II bombings

Answer: B) The March Nor’easter

The March Nor’easter, also known as the Ash Wednesday Storm of 1962, caused extensive damage to Cape May, including the destruction of its boardwalk and beachfront properties. This event led to significant reconstruction efforts, including the building of a seawall and a new promenade.