Discounted seasonal beach tags are now on sale in both communities. If purchased by May 31st- $19 each; starting June 1st- $24 each. Beach tags are honored in both towns.
The revenue generated is used to offset the costs to maintain and guard our Seven Mile Beach- a very worthy cause!
 Moderate temperatures, but a foggy day at the shore. Hopefully, the moisture will help with my allergies/cough.
There is a boat show in Stone Harbor all weekend- 96th Street- with food vendors and music to enjoy as you dream of summer days on the water 🙂
According to an article in this week’s Herald:Â www.capemaycountyherald.com
The Borough of Avalon has secured $1.5 million for an emergency beach fill project this fall. Replenishment in mid-May will open the beach paths on 10th, 11th, and 15th Streets- however the paths at 12th, 13th, and 14th Streets will remain closed.Â
In the past, the Borough has created walkways along the top of the dunes for a more convenient access for residents in the effected areas.
Today is race day- the weather for this event is typically cold and rainy, so this morning’s sun is an added bonus for the participants. But they are running in to a steady wind (ENE 16 to 25mph per the the Weather Channel).  That’s why I’m not an athlete- too much of a wimp!Â
Mayor Martin Pagliughi recently sent a letter to the residents of Avalon regarding the beach in the north end. Due to permit issues with the State of New Jersey, the Borough may not be able to restore the paths to the beach between 10th and 15th Streets.
He assured the property owners that “if nature helps to correct the situation between 10th and 15th Streets, we will reopen the paths immediately”.
The bulb flowers in our little yard are doing their best to be out for Easter. The local shops and restaurants have the same plan.
There will be OPEN signs at the Windrift Restaurant, Claude’s in North Wildwood (originally Stone Harbor based- and locals are happy to travel across the bridge for a wonderful meal), Via Mare, and many of 96th Street retail shops.
Enjoy an early spring visit to the shore!
You know you are ready for spring when it’s exciting to see lights on in houses as you drive through town!
Tortilla Flats and Avalon Coffee are now open on weekends. The Concord Cafe will open next week (we live for the restaurants to return).
Washed off my deck furniture yesterday and actually sat in the sun for a bit (out of the wind of course).
Although we are experiencing a strong rental season, there are plenty of homes/condos still available for rent this summer.  I am happy to e-mail you (or a friend) a detailed list of suitable properties: ann@anndelaney.com  Â
Thanks for the opportunity to help!
Last week, as I drove over the 96th Street bridge, I noticed the back bay was a deep shade of blue.Â
This morning, the ocean was a beautiful blue color, too.Â
Winters at the shore are typically monochromatic: gray skies, gray waterways, and gray sand along the beach. The arrival of color is a true sign of spring!
Interesting facts:  There are 2,125 full time residents in Avalon.  Sea Isle City has 2,949. Stone Harbor (the smallest geographically) has 1,039.