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East Lynne Builds Artistic Bridge with Philadelphia Through New Summer Residency

Issue #751

July 19, 2026

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather

🎭 East Lynne Builds Artistic Bridge with Philadelphia Through New Summer Residency

🛟 Former Lifeguard Rescues Three From Ocean Off Stone Harbor Beach

🌊Sea Isle City Finishes 2026 Beach Replenishment, Adds 479,000 Cubic Yards of Sand

Cape May Local Scoop’s Events Are Sponsored By: Survivors of Cancer

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

 July 19

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East Lynne Builds Artistic Bridge with Philadelphia Through New Summer Residency

 East Lynne Theater Company will launch its new Philadelphia Summer Residency Series this summer with Funny Girls, a one-woman comedy starring acclaimed Philadelphia actress and playwright Jennifer Childs. Performances will run from July 24 through Aug. 4 at the Clemans Theater for the Arts, located inside Allen AME Church at 717 Franklin St. in Cape May.

The new residency series is designed to strengthen the artistic connection between Philadelphia and Cape May by bringing established performers from the city to the shore during the summer theater season.

Created and performed by Childs, Funny Girls pays tribute to the pioneering women who reshaped American comedy. Through a fast-paced solo performance, she brings to life the distinctive styles of legendary entertainers including Fanny Brice, Mae West, Phyllis Diller, Joan Rivers, Gilda Radner, and other groundbreaking performers whose work expanded opportunities for women in comedy.

Childs is the co-founder and producing artistic director of Philadelphia's acclaimed 1812 Productions, where she has written and performed more than two dozen original productions. Her latest solo show follows a career dedicated to blending comedy, storytelling, and theatrical performance.

Presented in Club Clemans' intimate cabaret setting, the production features musical direction by Owen Robbins. The performance continues East Lynne's tradition of offering audiences distinctive theatrical experiences in a close-up venue.

Funny Girls will be performed at 7 p.m. on Fridays, Saturdays, Mondays, and Tuesdays, with 2 p.m. matinees on Sundays from July 24 through Aug. 4. Tickets are $40 for general admission, $35 for seniors, and $25 for students and military members.

The production contains adult language and mature themes. Additional ticket information is available through East Lynne Theater Company.

Former Lifeguard Rescues Three From Ocean Off Stone Harbor Beach

 A Good Samaritan who rescued three members of a family from dangerous ocean conditions in Stone Harbor during the Fourth of July weekend will be recognized by borough officials for his heroic actions. The rescue occurred on the evening of July 5, after lifeguards had gone off duty for the day. Rob Gretzmacher was leaving the beach with his fiancée when he heard cries for help coming from the surf near the dunes.

Realizing three people were struggling in what officials said was a rip current, Gretzmacher immediately ran back into the water. A former high school pool lifeguard, he first reached a teenage girl, keeping both of them afloat as he guided her safely back to shore using a sidestroke.

After bringing the teen to safety, Gretzmacher repeatedly returned to the ocean to rescue her brother and their father, who remained caught in the current. Stone Harbor Police Sgt. Matthew Sokorai responded to the emergency, removing his protective vest and gun belt before entering the water in full uniform to assist with bringing the father safely to shore.

Local officials credited Gretzmacher's quick actions with preventing what could have been a tragic outcome. Beach patrol leaders said the family's survival depended on the immediate response before emergency personnel could fully intervene. The Stone Harbor Borough Council is expected to formally recognize Gretzmacher for his bravery during an upcoming public meeting.

Sea Isle City Finishes 2026 Beach Replenishment, Adds 479,000 Cubic Yards of Sand

 Sea Isle City has officially completed its 2026 beach replenishment project, restoring more than a mile of shoreline with approximately 479,000 cubic yards of new sand between 29th Street and 55th Street.

The beach nourishment was funded through a partnership between the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers and the New Jersey Department of Environmental Protection, with Sea Isle City contributing 12.5 percent of the overall project cost. The effort is part of a larger regional shoreline protection program benefiting several Cape May County communities.

Construction began in June and required temporary closures of sections of the beach while sand was pumped ashore from an offshore borrow area located roughly three miles from the coast. The replenishment has created wider beaches with improved walking conditions while strengthening the shoreline against future erosion and coastal storms.

City officials say the completed project will help protect homes, businesses, and public infrastructure while enhancing the beach experience for residents and visitors throughout the summer season.

 Answer to the July 18th Trivia Question

Which historic Cape May hotel, built in 1876, is known for being the oldest continuously operating hotel in the city?

A) Congress Hall
B) The Chalfonte Hotel
C) The Virginia Hotel
D) The Southern Mansion

Answer: B) The Chalfonte Hotel

The Chalfonte Hotel, built in 1876, is the oldest continuously operating hotel in Cape May. It has a long history of hosting visitors and is a landmark in the city's Victorian heritage​.​

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