Mrs. Roper Romp Returns to North Wildwood for Charity

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August 10, 2026

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In This Cape May Local Scoop Issue…

 📆 Cape May Events

☀️ Cape May Local Weather 

💲Mrs. Roper Romp Returns to North Wildwood for Charity 

♖Explore Cape May Point: Where a Historic Lighthouse Meets World War II Defenses

💰Cape May County Again Receives State's Lowest Infrastructure Allocation

Cape May Local Scoop’s Events Are Sponsored By: Cape May Antique Center

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

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Mrs. Roper Romp Returns to North Wildwood for Charity 

Fans of the classic sitcom Three's Company will have a chance to channel one of television's most memorable characters when the Second Annual Mrs. Roper Romp returns to North Wildwood on Friday, Aug. 22.

The event will be held from 3 to 6 p.m. at Flip Flopz Beach Bar & Grill and is free and open to the public.

Inspired by Helen Roper, the colorful, wisecracking landlady portrayed by Audra Lindley on the hit ABC sitcom, the event invites participants to dress in the character's signature style while enjoying an afternoon of music, food and community fun.

Organizers say this year's romp will feature a DJ, costume prizes, raffles and food and drink specials. Proceeds from the raffle will benefit Cape May County Survivors of Cancer.

The Mrs. Roper Romp phenomenon has grown in popularity across the country over the past decade, with participants gathering in brightly colored caftans, oversized sunglasses and curly red wigs to celebrate the beloved television character while often raising money for local charities.

Although inspired by Three's Company, the event welcomes everyone, including those who choose to dress as other characters from the series.

Organizers encourage attendees to gather their friends, don their best Mrs. Roper attire and enjoy an afternoon of laughs, nostalgia and fundraising for a worthy cause.

The Second Annual Mrs. Roper Romp takes place Aug. 22 from 3 to 6 p.m. at Flip Flopz Beach Bar & Grill in North Wildwood.

Explore Cape May Point: Where a Historic Lighthouse Meets World War II Defenses

At the southernmost tip of New Jersey, Cape May Point State Park offers visitors a peaceful escape where the Atlantic Ocean meets Delaware Bay. Covering 244 acres of beaches, dunes, freshwater ponds, marshes, and woodlands, the park provides a quieter alternative to the region's bustling boardwalks while preserving some of the state's most fascinating history.

The park's best-known landmark is the Cape May Lighthouse, which has guided ships since 1859. It is the third lighthouse built at this location after two earlier structures were lost to poor construction and relentless coastal erosion. Rising approximately 157 feet, the historic tower rewards visitors who climb its winding staircase with sweeping views of the Atlantic Ocean, Delaware Bay, and the surrounding landscape. A museum inside the lighthouse introduces guests to its history and importance along the New Jersey coast.

Just a short distance away stands Fire Control Tower No. 23, one of the area's most significant World War II landmarks. Built in 1942, the concrete observation tower helped military personnel monitor ships entering Delaware Bay and coordinate the aiming of coastal artillery batteries. Today, it is the last surviving New Jersey fire control tower that has been restored for public access. A boardwalk leads visitors to the tower through interpretive displays explaining the region's wartime role before ending at the All Veterans Memorial. The accessible entrance and observation deck allow many visitors to experience the site.

Nearby, Battery 223, slated for much needed renovation, remains one of the park's most striking reminders of World War II. Completed in 1943, the reinforced bunker contained 20 rooms protected by six-foot-thick concrete walls and a roof designed to withstand battleship shell impacts. Although its massive guns were never fired in combat, they were regularly used during military training exercises.

Time and nature have dramatically reshaped the bunker's surroundings. When construction was completed, the shoreline lay roughly 900 feet away. Decades of erosion have gradually brought the ocean to its doorstep, leaving the massive structure standing directly on the beach where waves now wash against its base.

Cape May Point State Park also offers several easy walking trails ranging from one-half mile to two miles in length. The fully accessible Red Trail follows a boardwalk through wetlands and dunes, while other paths wind past forests, ponds, and marshes. Benches along the routes provide comfortable places to stop and enjoy the scenery.

Wildlife viewing is another major attraction. Observation blinds overlooking Lighthouse Pond East and Lighthouse Pond West allow visitors to watch ducks, swans, herons, ospreys, and many other bird species without disturbing them. The ponds attract wildlife throughout the year, making every season rewarding for nature enthusiasts.

The park is internationally recognized as one of North America's premier bird migration destinations. During the fall, thousands of hawks and other migrating birds funnel through Cape May Point. The Hawkwatch platform offers exceptional opportunities to observe raptors soaring overhead, while monarch butterflies also pass through during their annual migration.

Visitors looking for a peaceful shoreline will find a quieter beach than those elsewhere in Cape May. Gentle dunes, wide stretches of sand, and frequent dolphin sightings offshore create a relaxing setting for walking, birdwatching, or simply enjoying the coastal scenery.

The park itself occupies land that once served as an active military installation during World War II. After the conflict ended, military equipment and many buildings were removed before the property was transformed into a public park. Today, the preserved towers, bunkers, and natural habitats offer visitors a rare opportunity to experience both New Jersey's coastal environment and its military history in a single destination.

Cape May Point State Park is open to the public free of charge. The Cape May MAC operates both the Cape May Lighthouse and Fire Control Tower No. 23, with climb times and operating hours varying by season. Visitors are encouraged to check official schedules before arriving.

 Cape May County Again Receives State's Lowest Infrastructure Allocation

Cape May County will once again receive the smallest share of New Jersey's annual County Aid program, with the state allocating $3,435,310 for local infrastructure projects during Fiscal Year 2027.

The figures, released July 31, place Cape May County well behind neighboring counties. Atlantic County is slated to receive $6,970,928, while Cumberland County will receive $7,950,506. Bergen County received the largest allocation at $14,040,563, followed by Ocean County at $13,135,227. Salem County was awarded $4,953,889. Cape May County also ranked last in the previous fiscal year, receiving $3,123,000.

Local officials and residents have long criticized the state's funding formula because it considers population and road mileage but does not account for the heavy seasonal traffic generated by tourism. The announcement comes as the state increases overall County Aid funding to $165 million and moves forward with major projects, including the replacement of the Route 50 bridge in Upper Township.

 Answer to the August 9th Trivia Question

What was the original name of Congress Hall when it was first constructed in 1816?

A) The Grand Hotel
B) Hughes House
C) The Big House
D) Cape May Inn

Answer: C) The Big House

Congress Hall was first built in 1816 as a wooden boarding house by Thomas H. Hughes. It was initially called "The Big House," and locals referred to it as "Tommy's Folly" because they thought it was too large to be successful. When Hughes was elected to the House of Representatives in 1828, he renamed the hotel to Congress Hall​.

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