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Family Promise Marks 16 Years of Service With Major Cape May Fundraising Event

Issue #704

June 02, 2026

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦Family Promise Marks 16 Years of Service With Major Cape May Fundraising Event

📜Cape May County Attorneys Partner to Provide Free Wills for Veterans

 🚨 14-Year-Old Missing After Ocean Rescue Operation in Wildwood

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Family Promise Marks 16 Years of Service With Major Cape May Fundraising Event

 Family Promise of Cape May County is preparing to celebrate 16 years of supporting local families facing housing insecurity and homelessness with a sold-out anniversary gala in Cape May. The event will take place Friday, June 5, 2026, from 5 to 10 p.m. at The Grand Hotel Penthouse Ballroom on Beach Avenue. Community members and supporters will gather for an evening focused on raising funds to help families with children achieve long-term stability and independence. The gala will feature live entertainment by The Fabulous Greaseband, along with a cocktail hour, three-course dinner, basket raffles, silent auction, and 50/50 drawings. Funds raised during the evening will remain in Cape May County and directly support programs that provide temporary housing, homelessness prevention services, financial literacy education, family stabilization support, and housing navigation assistance. Family Promise of Cape May County works closely with families experiencing crisis by offering compassionate support, individualized case management, and community-based partnerships designed to create lasting pathways toward stability and self-sufficiency. Although admission tickets are officially sold out, sponsorship opportunities and additional ways to support the organization’s mission remain available through Family Promise of Cape May County’s website. Guests planning to stay overnight for the event can reserve discounted accommodations at The Grand Hotel Cape May using the event group code before the booking deadline. As the organization marks its 16th anniversary, the gala serves as both a celebration of community impact and an opportunity to continue providing hope and support for local families in need.

Cape May’s Emlen Physick Estate Hosts Annual Summer Craft Market

  The grounds of Cape May’s historic Emlen Physick Estate will transform into an outdoor marketplace during the annual Summer Crafts & Collectibles Show on Saturday, June 13, 2026. Hosted by Cape May MAC (Museums+Arts+Culture), the event runs from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and features artisans, crafters, and specialty vendors from across the Northeast showcasing handmade goods, vintage items, artwork, collectibles, and unique gifts. Visitors can stroll through the estate’s scenic grounds while exploring a wide variety of locally crafted products and one-of-a-kind finds. The event has become a seasonal tradition in Cape May, attracting shoppers looking for coastal-inspired art, handcrafted décor, jewelry, antiques, and specialty merchandise. The show takes place at the Emlen Physick Estate, located at 1048 Washington Street. The historic Victorian property serves as one of Cape May’s most recognizable landmarks and frequently hosts seasonal festivals, tours, and cultural events throughout the year. Organizers say the event offers an opportunity to support independent artists and small businesses while enjoying a relaxed summer atmosphere in one of the region’s most historic settings.

14-Year-Old Missing After Ocean Rescue Operation in Wildwood

Emergency crews continued searching Monday evening for a 14-year-old boy who disappeared while swimming off the coast of Wildwood, New Jersey. The incident unfolded shortly before 1:30 p.m. near Schellenger Avenue after witnesses alerted a Wildwood police officer to several swimmers struggling in rough surf conditions. Authorities said no lifeguards were on duty at the time. First responders from the Wildwood Police Department, Wildwood Fire Department, North Wildwood Fire Department, and beach patrol rescue teams quickly arrived at the scene. A Wildwood police officer entered the ocean and helped rescue three swimmers from the water. One of the rescued swimmers was transported to Cooper University Cape Regional Hospital in stable condition, while two others were treated at the scene by emergency personnel. Officials later determined that a fourth swimmer, identified as a 14-year-old boy, remained missing in the water. A large-scale search operation was launched involving local, state, and federal agencies. Rescue crews searched the surf using rescue boards and marine equipment, while the U.S. Coast Guard Sector Delaware Bay deployed boats and aviation resources to assist. The New Jersey State Police Marine Services Bureau also joined the effort with boats, helicopters, and sonar technology. Authorities have not released the identity of the missing teen as the search remains ongoing.

What event in 1878 significantly shaped the architectural style of Cape May, leading to its large collection of Victorian homes?

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 Answer to the June 1st Trivia Question

CWhich of the following historic buildings in Cape May was designed by the architect who also contributed to the design of the United States Capitol?

A) The Windsor Hotel
B) Congress Hall
C) The Emlen Physick Estate
D) The Mount Vernon Hotel

Answer: D) The Mount Vernon Hotel

The Mount Vernon Hotel in Cape May was designed to be the largest hotel in the world but unfortunately burned down before its completion. The architect, Thomas U. Walter, also contributed to the design of the United States Capitol​. ​

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