The island will remain at full capacity all week for the holiday. Â My “commute” to work this morning took a few extra minutes due to bicycle traffic and pedestrian cross walks 😉
Enjoy the week!
Category: Life at the Shore
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Islandman Triathlon
Another great turnout for the annual Islandman Triathlon this morning. Â The weather cooperated, too.
For race results, visit the Tim Kerr Charities web site- CLICK HERE
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What Did You Say?
Translating the local dialect:
If you hear someone say “I am going to the Court House”, no need to worry about any legal drama. Â What they mean is “Cape May Court House”. Â This statement is interchangeable with “I’m going off shore”.“Go play in the gully”. Â We don’t call them tide pools.
“Jimmies”, never sprinkles (well, maybe if referring to the rainbow version…but who really orders those??)
Ocean Drive = Avalon; Third Avenue = Stone Harbor. Â Likewise, Dune Drive = Avalon; Second Avenue = Stone Harbor.
The other day, I heard a tenant directing her children to the “Five and Dime” across the street. I told her she is dating herself  😉
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Next Saturday- Triathlon in Avalon
It’s that time of year already- The Islandman Triathlon (a Tim Kerr Charities event).Race Director Midge Kerr, needs volunteers for the bike course portion of the race. Â This is a closed course event for the safety of the participants (when you see how fast the riders pass, you will understand!)
Saturday, June 29th between 7:15am and 9:45am. Coverage requested for each block on Avalon and First Avenues along the course. Volunteers will receive FREE logo wind jackets.
Please let me know if you are available to help: Â ann@anndelaney.com
For more information regarding the event: Tim Kerr Charities Web Site
Thanks!
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Back on the Water
High tide, a calm morning, and up early enough to finally take my kayak out on the bay. Â A perfect start to my work day.
For some odd reason, the large plastic kayak felt heavier after spending the winter in storage! Â And, I had to rely on muscle memory to paddle faster than the gnats…
Interesting to see the bay properties from this vantage point. Â Several owners have yet to replace their docks after Sandy.
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Stone Harbor- Beach Fill Update
Although active sand pumping has not yet resumed, the contractors are working on repairing the dunes and leveling the beach paths in the south end. Â The beach area immediately adjacent to the moving equipment is restricted for safety reasons.
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Stronger Than The Storm
A new web site promoting the Jersey Shore: Stronger Than The Storm
Although it focuses on the harder hit areas in the northern beach communities, it’s a worthwhile web site.
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Inspiration
See the many interpretations of our unique seashore environment during the annual Avalon Art Show and Sale.  Friday, June 21st (7pm to 9pm); and Saturday June 22nd (10am to 4pm) inside the Avalon Community Hall – 30th Street and the beach.  A wonderful opportunity to purchase note cards, prints, and original pieces directly from the artist.
Say hello to my uncle (and artist) James Ryan. Â Two of his water colors are hanging in my office.
