Ann Delaney's Beach Blog

Beach Situation

ann — Thu, 28 Aug 2008 20:30:07 +0000

I don’t have any insider information regarding the recent beach closings in Avalon- because the Borough of Avalon has been completely upfront with the community and local media.

The cautious beach cleaning approach, and the willingness to share the details immediately with the residents/visitors were brave moves on the part of Borough officials. It certainly created negative publicity for the town, but it was absolutely the right thing to do.

Sunday Sights

ann — Sun, 24 Aug 2008 14:19:27 +0000

The Stone Harbor Lion’s Club Annual 10K, 5K, and 2 Mile Fun Walk was held this morning. I was hot just standing there cheering for the runners…can’t imagine actually participating A crowd favorite- the young men and women of the United States Coast Guard.

Tim Kerr 7 Mile/ 5K Run

ann — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 15:19:49 +0000

The annual Tim Kerr Race is scheduled for Sunday, August 31st at 8:30am. Pre-registration for the race will be held at the Avalon Community Hall on 30th Street Saturday afternoon from 12 noon to 4:30pm. Or sign up the morning of the race starting at 7:00am. To sign up on-line: http://www.lin-mark.com/

Volunteers are still needed for “road police” at each street intersection between 17th and 28th Streets along Avalon Avenue; and 17th through 39th along First Avenue. 1 hour of service = a free race t-shirt!

Call or e-mail me if you can help, and include a shirt size, too. You are welcome to request a location- and we will get back to you with a specific street assignment. Call 609-967-7950 or ann@anndelaney.com

Thanks! Your participation is appreciated by the local charities that benefit from this event (Lion’s Club of Avalon , Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia, and Brendan Borek High Tides Memorial Fund).

Stone Harbor Sidewalk Sale- Today!

ann — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 14:00:51 +0000

Browse the sales along 96th Street and the surrounding business district all day today (until at least 7pm).

Check Out Day

ann — Sat, 23 Aug 2008 13:56:49 +0000

While walking by the Villa Maria by the Sea retreat house yesterday, I watched the nuns loading up their cars - leaving to go back to school! A few walked down to the beach for a final look at the ocean. The retreat house stays active through the fall, including hosting their major fundraiser: The Nun’s Beach Surfing Contest/Dinner on September 6th.

For more information, contact Sister James Dolores, IHM at (609) 368-3621

Change of Weather

ann — Wed, 20 Aug 2008 14:08:11 +0000

Although I vowed not to rush the end of the summer, it definitely feels like September today- a cool north breeze and a brilliant blue sky. The wind direction will help carry the noise from the Atlantic City Air Show- watch for the military planes traveling to and from the show.

Heads Up- Wednesday

ann — Mon, 18 Aug 2008 16:12:17 +0000

The Atlantic City Air Show is Wednesday, August 20th- an all day event -Web site: http://www.atlanticcitychamber.com/

If you are on the beach Wednesday, you will hear the roar in the distance, and see many of the planes as they arrive and depart the show. One year I saw a stealth bomber pass over head. Very cool!

Glad the Olympics are on late

ann — Sun, 17 Aug 2008 14:24:42 +0000

Saturday Night: There was still plenty of time for a long walk on the beach to see the full moon rise over the ocean. The sunset was equally spectacular- with a bright red sky.

Then an exciting night watching the Olympics.

August Weather

ann — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 16:51:08 +0000

Another reason to appreciate summer at the Jersey Shore: the mountain towns of Colorado (where my son lives) had 6″ of snow yesterday. And we complain that the ocean is a bit chilly??

Enjoy this beautiful weekend… the weather here is perfect!

The jetty at the end of Stone Harbor looking south toward the point.

Wait…it’s only August 15th

ann — Sat, 16 Aug 2008 00:26:25 +0000

Labor Day is early this year, but HEY we still have 2 full weeks of summer! Ignore those “End of Season Sale” signs in stores (okay- take advantage of the sales, but don’t let it effect your mood). Don’t rush the inevidible- enjoy the remaining weeks…