Can You Believe It's Already Mid-October?

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Can You Believe It's Already Mid-October?

THURSDAY (Oct. 12, 2023)

It's close enough to Friday, so here are a few things you can do to treat yourself.

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Does Medicare confuse you? Take a class and have some breakfast!

Free ‘Medicare & You’ Breakfast Workshop - Bring a Guest!
You and up to 2 guest are invited to attend a FREE Medicare Class and enjoy continental breakfast on us.

Looking for activities to expand your children's creativity and mindfulness? Check this out!

Need career guidance? Want some help making your dreams come true? Don't miss this youth and family career counseling workshop!

EmpoderArte
Youth and Family - Career and Counseling Support Workshop / Taller de Apoyo y Orientacion profesional para Jovenes y Familias

Road Trip Anyone?

Here are a few things that are happening within about an hour of Atlantic City!


Award winning saxophonist, Aaron Quarterman, is coming to Wilson's and it's FREE!!!

Wilson’s No Cover Jazz Appreciation Night featuring Aaron Qman | Wilson’s Live
<p>Doors open at 6 pm • Tickets are online and at the door • Relaxed Dress Code • No Cover • Doors close at 11 pm.</p>\n

Wilson's is a classy, upscale establishment that you might enjoy.


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FRIDAY (Oct. 13, 2023)

We know Friday can't come fast enough so here are a few things that might make you smile.


AC's own DJ. Fah D is joined by Brooklyn's DJ Uneek and DJ Self at the Anchor Rock.

Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop!!
It’s going down! Dj Self of Love & Hip Hop NY/ Dj Fah D & Dj Uneek Celebrating 50 Years of Hip Hop! You don’t want to miss this epic event!

Atlantic City native, Angela Burton, is honoring a host of local movers and shakers. Don't miss it!

Presented by Creative Multi Media (CMM), Hosted by Angela Burton
We are looking forward to seeing each of you at the 8th Annual Tri State Award Show on Oct 13, 2023 at the Claridge Hotel in AC 5:30PM!!

Showboat Resort hosting 2-day free health fair Oct. 13-14. Free eye screenings and glasses for children. Free giveaways and prizes. Free fresh produce giveaway. Free health screenings and education. And free lunch to the first 200 seniors from Noon-1 p.m.

2023 Sustainable Health and Wellness Village Festival - Atlantic City
FREE Sustainable Health & Wellness Village® Festival (SHWV) a multi-day community-based health and wellness event with music and food!

Atlantic City's own Eddie Morgan Trio is appearing at Kelsey's. NO COVER.

Kelsey's, 1545 Pacific Avenue Atlantic City, NJ 08401,

Come enjoy some smooth Jazz with The Eddie Morgan Trio every 2nd Friday 7:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. (complimentary, no cover)

The 14th Annual Elephant Talk Indie Music Festival Returns to AC with Two Stages of Family Friendly Entertainment Oct. 13-15

The 14th Annual Elephant talk indie music festival returns to Atlantic City October 13-15. Two stages of music at Tennessee Avenue Beer Hall.
$15 per day admission or $30 for a weekend Pass This is an all ages, family Friendly event. We will be raising money for Hearts therapeutic horse rising in EHT. Free parking in the lot across the street

Relive the Music and Magic of the ‘50s ‘60s and ‘70s in the Wildwoods Oct. 13-14

The Temptations Review will be paying tribute to the legacy of Dennis Edwards with hits like "My Girl," "Ain't Too Proud to Beg," and "Papa Was a Rollin' Stone." The Miracles featuring Sydney Justin will captivate the audience with their soulful melodies, including "The Tracks of My Tears," "Shop Around," and "Tears of a Clown." The event is being hosted by The Voice of Tribute, starring Tommy C. as the voice of Frankie Valli, Lou Christie, Bobby Darren, and Frank Sinatra. Tickets are available at https://www.ticketmaster.com/wildwoods-50s-60s-70s-weekend-wildwood-new-jersey-10-14-2023/event/02005E9ACF00454F


Road Trip Anyone?

Here are a few things that are happening within about an hour of Atlantic City!


Verdis Collins, an incredible musician who plays the trumpet, trombone, saxophone, tuba, and flute., is bringing his talents to Wilson's Friday, Oct. 13.

Verdis Collins | Wilson’s Live
<p>All guests in your reservation must be present to be seated. If you want to be seated with a group, please book your tickets in one order. For the best seatings, choose an early reservation. Please review our <a href=”/dress-code” style=“color:#ff4700”>dress code</a>, it is strictly enforced. No…


SATURDAY (Oct. 14, 2023)

Whatever you do today, make a memory!


Trying to discover what comes next in life? Come get some life insights from Kelsey Grammer, Frasier, David Burke, Celebrity Chef, Michael Clinton, ROAR, Gaby Natale, Author, Bob Sumner, Comedian. The Thriv Expo is hosting a 2-day event from Oct. 14-15.

Thriv Expo
If you are looking to truly flourish through the next phases of your life, Thriv is the place to be for fun and inspiration!

Do you feel stuck? Do you desire to go deeper spiritually? The P.U.S.H. Conference is designed to ignite your faith and help you get moving again!!!

MANTLES OF PRAYER - P.U.S.H. Conference 2023
Join us at the MANTLES OF PRAYER - P.U.S.H. Conference 2023, where we’ll come together in person to ignite our faith and unleash the power.

Bring your binoculars and camera for some of the best bird watching in the region at the Forsythe Wildlife Refuge.

Forsythe (Brigantine) NWR
Fall birding at one of the state’s best hotspots. Expect shorebirds, wading birds, marsh birds, and raptors.

Kids can take a free art class from a professional artist.

SatARTdays: Free Kids’ Art Classes
Our series of 6 free children’s art classes will take place every Saturday in the Fall of 2023 from 12:00 - 1:00 pm.

CALLING ALL CRAFTERS ages 15 to adult! The Ocean City Arts Center is holding a Macrame Workshop, led by Lena Grey Oct. 14 11 a.m.-1 p.m.

This workshop is for beginners who would like to learn the art of macramé. Students will master basic knots and get familiar with various cords and materials. Each student will be able to make a pretty hat hanger which doubles as wall décor.. https://www.oceancityartscenter.org/adult-workshops-2023

Who wants to party? The GREAT DAY FEST will have more than 30 vendors, concessions, live art, merchandise, artists, a speaker panel, and DJs.

Great Day Fest Atlantic City (Fall Festival Edition)
Get ready for our FALL 2023 Great Day Fest! Saturday, October 14th we’re back at the Atlantic City Showboat Hotel! Doors open at 1PM!

Experience the Music of Ella Fitzgerald-For One Night Only!

Freda Payne, celebrated R&B and jazz vocalist, who shot to fame with her #1 Hit, “Band of Gold,” and “Bring the Boys Home,” pays tribute to the legendary Ella Fitzgerald, as no one else can! Payne, the star of such Broadway shows as Jelly’s Last JamSophisticated Ladies and Blues in the Night, “recreates the spirit of Ella” with her renditions of “A Tisket, a-Tasket,” “Sweet Georgia Brown,” “It Don’t Mean A Thing.” and “Mack the Knife,” as well as many other Fitzgerald classics.

Stockton University | Ticketing - Freda Payne: A Tribute to Ella Fitzgerald

The Pool at Harrah's usually has something going on. There's a cover charge but it's easy to find a discount promo code.

Bok Nero @ Harrahs Pool AC October 14
Tickets: https://tinyurl.com/boknerohp Call 215.694.8584 for VIP Bottle Service Tables, Group Tickets & Discounted Rate Hotel Rooms

Road Trip Anyone?

Here are a few things that are happening within about an hour of Atlantic City!


Composite Truth Band is one of “Philadelphia’s Premiere Funk Bands.”
They perform R&B, pop, and smooth jazz.

Composite Truth | Wilson’s Live
<p>Please arrive promptly for your assigned seating time. All guests in your reservation must be present to be seated. If you want to be seated with a group, please book your tickets in one order. For best seatings, choose an early reservation. Please review our <a href=”/dress-code” style=“color:#f…

Grown & Sexy?: Dress in your finest black attire and own the night!

All Black Affair Grown & Sexy feat. DJ Caution | Wilson’s Live
<p>Tickets are online and at the door •<br />\nRelaxed Dress Code •<br />\nSpecial Late Night Menu •<br />\nHappy Hour All Night</p>\n

The National Miss Juneteenth USA Scholarship Pageant promises an unforgettable evening filled with entertainment and inspiration.

National Miss Juneteenth USA Scholarship Pageant
The National Miss Juneteenth USA Org. centers on Juneteenth Origins and Education. We amplify Black Excellence and the”Juneteenth Journey.”

It's Lincoln University's Homecoming! To celebrate Lincoln Alumni is hosting the official Homecoming Party. Put it on your calender!

2023 LU ALUMNI HOMECOMING PARTY
Vintage 1854 presents…“The Official Lincoln U Homecoming Alumni Weekend Experience” Friday, Oct 13-Sunday, Oct 15, 2023

SUNDAY (Oct. 15, 2023)

This weekend is winding down but there's still more to do.


If you're a Jeep enthusiast, this is the place to be. Jeeps, upon Jeeps, upon Jeeps.

2023 FALL NJ JP INVASION
2023

Have you ever had wine from grapes you picked? Try it!

Renaultberfest’s Pick & Stomp
At Renaultberfest’s Pick & Stomp, you’ll have the opportunity to handpick grapes straight from the vines and stomp the grapes you pick!

Home grown Tony Day and Across the Globe is playing at Kelsey's. NO COVER.

Kelsey's, 1545 Pacific Avenue; Atlantic City, NJ 08401,

If smooth jazz is your thing, don't miss it! Oct. 15, 6:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Road Trip Anyone?

Here are a few things that are happening within about an hour of Atlantic City!


Good food and great music go together. Get some!

I Love R&B Brunch Powered by: Chef Milly of Hell’s Kitchen | Wilson’s Live
<p>Brunch 12 to 4 pm • Food powered by: @chef_milly • Music provided by: @iamdjalamo | @djmacky215 • Hookahs & Cigars on the Patio powered by: @she_puffz • Bottle Specials • Tower Specials • FREE Birthday Party Breakdown</p>\n

Want to do a little line dancing and groove to some oldies? Then check this out!

Steppers Line Dancing Event | Oldies at Wilson’s Sunday Day Party with Chef Milly & DJTYC501 | Wilson’s Live
<p>Dance Class 5 to 6 pm • Dance Floor 6 to 10 pm • Food powered by: @chef_milly • Music provided by: AJ the DJ • Happy Hour 5 to 7 pm.</p>\n

Our goal is to email the Weekend Guide on Wednesday nights to give you enough time to plan, but not enough time to forget. So, if you know about anything you would like us to include, email marktyler@atlanticcityfocus.com.


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