Avalon

July 12, 2008 – The Bay-Atlantic Symphony conducted by Maestro Jed Gaylin Italian Opera Extravaganza will be featuring Jennifer Casey Cabot (soprano) and Richard Crawley (tenor). For more information about the artists and audio/video samples of their work, click on their names.
- Verdi – La Forza del Destino Overture
- Verdi – La Traviata Prelude to Act III
- Verdi – La Traviata duets and Arias from Act I
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- Jennifer Casey Cabot (soprano)
- Richard Crawley (tenor)
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- Bellini – Norma Overture
- Leoncavallo – “Vesti la giubba” from Pagliacci
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- Richard Crawley (tenor)
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- Puccini – “Chi bel sogno” from La Rondine
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- Jennifer Casey Cabot (soprano)
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- Puccini – “E Lucevan le stelle” from Tosca
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- Richard Crawley (tenor).
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- Puccini – “Si, mi chiamano Mimi ” from La Bohème
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- Jennifer Casey Cabot (soprano).
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- Puccini -”O soave fanciulla” from La Bohème
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- Jennifer Casey Cabot (soprano)
- Richard Crawley (tenor)
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** Tickets for the Avalon Performing Arts Council (APAC) sponsored concerts are $10.00 and can be purchased at the Sturdy Bank, Chamber of Commerce, and Recreation Department (Community Hall) in April. For a listing of other APAC sponsored events, click here.
Avalon Free Public Library sponsored concerts (July 12 and August 23) are free but do require tickets which will be available starting June 1 (for the Italian Extravaganza) and July 1 (for the Tchaikovsky Jubilee).
Programs subject to change. Please call Avalon Free Public Library (609-967-7155) or Send an Email for concert updates.
July 12, 2008 – Post Concert Meet and Greet The Maestro and Musicians – Rocking Chair (upper Level)
Post-concert meet and greet Maestro Jed Gaylin and the musicians and performers of the Bay Atlantic Symphony at the Rocking Chair (2409 Dune Drive). Tickets available at the concert for $20.00 per person or at the Rocking Chair after the concert for $25.00. For more information call 967-3300. Proceeds benefit the Bay-Atlantic Symphony.
July 12, 2008 – Holston Trust 5 Mile Run
Starts at 6:00 a.m. at Community Hall
July 13, 2008 – Avalon Celebrates Tuscany By Sea Weekend July 10th-13th

Avalon celebrates Tuscany By The Sea Weekend July 10th-13th! The big event includes a fundraiser for that benefits the Helen L. Diller Vacation Home for Blind Children, and the Avalon Chamber of Commerce. You’re invited to a dinner at Sorella Rose; it’s a five-course meal with wines selected to compliment the food. Seating is limited to 30 couples, and tickets are $125/person. Other merchants will help compliment the big weekend, here is a list of what merchants will be doing:
*Sundae Best–Pitzells and ice cream July 12th and 13th, on Saturday and Sunday morning
*Armadillo, Ltd–Catherine Canino trunk show, July 11th-13th
*Avalon Anchorage Marina–Italian-themed breakfast Saturday/Sunday, July 12th-13th
*Preppy Palm–First anniversary with Italian wine and cheese Thursday night, July 10th
*Sol Luna Massage–Nourish Mind, Body and Spirit with a Hot Stone Massage special
*Mind Body Pilates–July 10th, at 6pm, 5th Anniversary with an introductory class for $10, with wine and refreshments. Seating is limited, call for information
Asbury Park
Wednesday, July 9
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Phoenix, Hollywood Hangover, Where Tragedy Sleeps, Filter Effect, Head Turn Heroes, Dead Man Anchor at The Stone Pony, 6 pm, all ages
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Rick Barry, Doors Captian James Peacock, Christian Beach, Jon Caspi, Greg Wilkens, Dave Pittenger at The Saint, 8 pm
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The Scandals, Mission Statement, Mispent Youth, The Creetons at Asbury Lanes, 8 pm, all ages
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Thursday, July 10
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Tea Leaf Green, The Breakfast at The Stone Pony, 7:30 pm, all ages
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Jucifer, Zoroaster, Hunchback at Asbury Lanes, 8 pm
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Outside the Box, Roamer, Marble Creek, Miles Brothers featuring Liz at The Saint, 8 pm
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Friday, July 11
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Metro Man Triathlon
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Sasquatch & the Sickabillys, The Chop Tops at Asbury Lanes, 8 pm
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Saturday, July 12
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All Star Jazz Ensemble Musicians Workshop and Evening Concert presented by N.J. State Conference AFM Musicians Union at Salvation Army building, 805 Asbury Ave., 8:30 am (concert at 7 pm), info: 732-409-6166
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Inspector 7, Dark Buster, Wretched Ones, Hammerlock, Hudson Falcons, Turnpike Wrecks, Final Summation, The Project (LV), Niblick Henbane, Last Call Brawl, Step2Far, Band of Felons, The Sirs, Tried and True, Graveyard School, Post No Bills, The STDs, Silver Dollar at The Stone Pony, noon
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Metro Man Triathlon Expo in the Grand Arcade, 4-8 pm
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Carmen with mezzo-soprano Mabel Ledo and Crystal Amendola as Micaela, conductor Anton Coppola, Metro Lyric Opera 50th Anniversary Season, Paramount Theatre, 8 pm
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Sunday, July 13
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Metro Man Triathlon sponsored by New York Life, racing begins at 6:30 am, awards ceremony 10:30 am at the Beach Bar, south side of Convention Hall
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All-ages matinee featuring Silent Reconcilation, Lights On 9, Cop Drama, A Mans All, Dream Thief, Red Sea Affair, West Side Drive at The Saint, 1 pm
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Help Wipe Out Melanoma benefit The Dirtbombs, The Brimstones, Big Fun, The Lost Crusaders at Asbury Lanes, 2 pm, all ages
Long Beach Island (LBI)
Launch of Puppy Pacer
Dates: Saturdays, Sundays, Weekends, Everyday, Mondays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays May 16, 2008 through August 6, 2008
Description:
See Spot, See Spot Run, Run Spot Run!! Puppy Pacer is a group established by Ross McGraw, an accomplished distance runner who is putting his endurance to use. Ross initially started Puppy Pacers at Long Beach Island (NJ), where he has spent every summer of his life and has competed in the Dog Day Race multiple times. If you are interested in having your pet take a test run and be evaluated by Puppy Pacers, please email puppypacer@gmail.com.
Organization: Puppy Pacer
Contact Info:
Ross McGraw
Phone: 717.557.4801
puppypacer@gmail.com
Web Site: http://puppypacer.blogspot.com/
Chicago
Dates: Saturdays, Sundays, Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays July 1, 2008 through July 20, 2008
Time: 2:00 PM
Location: Surflight Theatre
Community: Beach Haven
Contact Info:
Box Office
Phone: 609-492-9477
tickets@surflight.org
Web Site: http://www.surflight.org
Erma / Cape May
July 12, 2008 Civil War Union Encampment
Historic Cold Spring Village
720 Route 9
Cape May, 08204
Phone: (609) 898-2300, x.17
Contact name: Jim Stephens
jstephens@hcsv.org www.hcsv.org
Army of the Potomac Company D, 12th NJ Volunteers demonstrate camp life, infantry tactics and a Civil War field hospital.
Stone Harbor
July 12, 2008 – Revitalized 58th Annual Antiques Show
Sponsored by the Women’s Civic Club
Stone Harbor Elem School – 93rd Street & Third Ave
For more information – 368-5004
Sea Isle City
July 10, 2008
Family Night Dance Party, 7:30PM
July 12, 2008
Blackthorn Rugby Football Club Tournament, Dealy Field,
59th St. & Central Ave., 9:30AM-5PM, 263-0050
July 12, 2008
Beach Patrol Mascot Races, 44th St. Beach,
10:30AM-12:15PM, 263-3655
July 13, 2008
Phillies Home Run Derby, ages 7-15, boys and girls, Dealy Field, 59th St. & Central Ave., 12PM, 263-0050
Wildwoods
July 11 – 13 2008
New Jersey State BBQ Championship
2nd and New Jersey Avenues, North Wildwood. Mouth watering barbeque and free family fun! Fri: 5 p.m. – 11 p.m., Sat: 11 a.m. – 11 p.m., Sun: 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. 609.523.6565 or http://www.njbbq.com
July 7 – 12, 2008
Dance Xplosion National Finals Dance Competition
The Wildwoods Convention Center. National dance competition finals from studios all over the country competing for cash and prizes. 7 a.m. – 11 p.m. Daily. Free admission. http://www.dancexplosiontalent.com
Attending this event? Click for Convention Housing.
July 11 – 13, 2008
Anglesea Blues Festival
Olde New Jersey Avenue, North Wildwood.Smokin’ hot blues on outdoor stage, in neighboring clubs. Great national and regional acts. Runs in conjunction with the New Jersey State BBQ Championship.

Main Stage Schedule
FRIDAY JULY 11, 2008
BlueBone 5-7
Patrick Droney 7:30-10:30

SATURDAY JULY 12, 2008
Chili Stu 11:30-2:00
Bud Light Wing Challenge 2-3:30
BD Mylo & Go Daddy, 3:30 – 6:30
Mighty Lester 7:30-10:30
SUNDAY JULY 13, 2008
Grant Austin Taylor Band 11:30 – 1:30

New Jersey State Barbecue Championship Awards 3:00
Zydeco-A-Go-Go 1:30-3:00 & 4-5:30

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Ocean City
July 12, 2008
Ocean City Barons Soccer
Home game vs. Long Island Rough Riders, 7:30pm at Carey Stadium, 6th St.. Tickets available at the gate – adults $6/youth $4. For more information call: 609-525-9999.
