Ann Delaney Beach Blog

Category: Avalon, New Jersey- News

  • Islandman Triathlon

    Tim and Midge Kerr are once again hosting the Avalon Islandman Triathlon on Sunday, June 29th.  This is a sanctioned, closed course event and volunteers are needed to prevent vehicles and/or pedestrians from passing through First Avenue and Avalon Avenue during the bike race. 

    The riders make 3 passes on First Avenue and Avalon Avenue- and coverage is needed on all blocks from 28th Street north to 10th Street.  The kid’s race starts at 9:30am- with the bike portion on Avalon Avenue only.
    This will be a commitment of 2.5 hours- starting at 7:30am that morning.    T-shirts for the volunteers will be available in advance of the race.  Additional instructions will also be provided .
    The triathlon is an exciting event for the community- with proceeds donated to local charities/organizations.  For more information about the race:  www.lin-mark.com  or
    If you are able to help, please let me know your street preference and T-shirt size.
    Thanks…looking forward to seeing you at the race! 

  • Out Like a Lion??

    Oh wait…that’s March, not May.

    dunedrive.jpg   storm.jpg  This afternoon’s storm caused some excitement on the island- including a tornado watch.  Thankfully, just heavy rain and a quick moving thunderstorm to interupt the day.  Not to worry- tomorrow is June 1st- and the sun will be back out!

  • Weekend

    memdaymorning.jpg Great weekend…a bit windy on the beach, but we managed!  A successful start of the 2008 summer season.

  • Memorial Day Traditions

    Enjoyed my 1st creme-filled donut of the season…still warm after my walk back from Kohler’s to the office.  I know it has zero nutritional value…but it’s a long standing summer tradition.

    Looking forward to the Symphony by the Sea this evening at Avalon Elementary School.  This event is sponsored by the Avalon Performing Arts Council and the Avalon Free Library.

    On Monday, there will be a parade and Memorial Day Ceremony at Veteran’s Plaza on 21st Street in Avalon.  In Stone Harbor watch the parade on 96th Street at noon, followed by an open house at the American Legion building on 117th Street.

  • New Dining Options

    The Borough of Avalon officially granted permission for the local restaurants to offer outside dining.  Check out the comfortable outdoor seating areas at both the Circle Tavern (21st Street) and the Princeton Grill (facing Dune Drive).  Look for more businesses to follow suit.

    A new restaurant at the 21st Circle – Black Fish- will have to give it a try. 

    Sundae Best Ice Cream Parlor- 29th and Dune Drive- the new location looks like its almost ready to open. I missed Kohler’s Bakery on Mother’s Day weekend- but thankfully, they will be back for Memorial Day weekend! 

    New in Stone Harbor- Jay’s on Third – on 99th Street (the former Fish Tales space).  Over the winter, I saw a Newtown Grill sign on the Sole door (98th and Third), but the open sign is back up with the exisiting awnings and a Sole menu posted outside.  ??

    The dining/food choices along the Seven Mile Beach improve each season.  Better add a few more minutes to my morning walk 🙂

     

  • Countdown to Memorial Day ’08

    emptystreet.jpg This was taken yesterday morning- not a car in sight.  By the afternoon, a few of my neighbors arrived- with more expected by tonight.  The Philadelphia news stations are providing postive “shore” reports- and predicting great weather.  It should be a fun weekend!

    See you around town…

  • Bike Lane- Stone Harbor

    The bike lane is now complete in Stone Harbor.  Second Avenue is not as wide as Dune Drive (same road- just a different name in each town).  And, although both are designated for just one lane of traffic, the bike lane in Stone Harbor forces the issue (frustrating when I’m behind a 20 mph driver and late for work!)  But I will try to be patient…or use First Avenue.

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  • Back in Business

    Last fall, I wrote about 2 local businesses closing/selling. But, back for an encore, Henny’s Restaurant at 97th Street is open for 1 last summer season; and the Sunoco Gas Station posted help wanted/ coming soon signs on their building at 29th Street.

    Is anyone else double checking their calendar after realizing that next weekend is Memorial Day Weekend??  How did that happen?  The town is active today as owners prepare for the grand opening of the 2008 summer season.  It’s exciting to see everyone back.

  • Beach Erosion

    I was upset to see the damage to “my” beach – but trying to look at the bright side:

    dunes.jpg       101st.jpg

    The dunes did their job during Monday’s storm.  So each year when we see another row of snow fencing installed and grumble that our walk down the path is a bit longer…we will remember that preservation of the dunes is essential.

    shadow.jpg There is still enough beach for my morning walk.  And at high tide this summer, our beach neighbors will be our new BFF’s!  I hope they have good snacks to share 🙂

  • Storm at the Shore

    naplespool1.jpg  This is where I was during Monday’s storm.  Sitting by a pool in Florida, reading a book, and enjoying the sun.  I had no idea the weather back home was so nasty!

    baystorm.jpg Meanwhile…my husband was here and took this picture of the bay in Stone Harbor. 

    18thstreet.jpg And, this is the beach at 18th Street in Avalon today.  There was beach erosion in both Avalon and Stone Harbor, and some damage to docks along the bay.  A northeast storm is common in March- but unexpected in May.Â