Our office was closed yesterday, so I felt the pressure to REALLY enjoy my bonus day off.
Long walk on the beach in the morning- check; kayaking at high tide followed by a quick swim in the bay- check; a few hours of reading under an umbrella at the beach- check; dinner in town, and then a walk to the fireworks- check. Rough day 😉
Large crowds all weekend at the many family events…a successful 4th of July holiday at the shore!
One of our tenants compared driving around town today to playing a video game…at the master’s level!
People, bikes, and beach carts everywhere.Â
The Islandman/ Islandkids Triathlon took place this morning- over 600 participants in this popular, annual event. The Power Play Realty agents worked along with the large team of volunteers (including Borough workers, summer residents, and visitors).Â
Fireworks tomorrow night in Avalon (30th Street); and Monday night in Stone Harbor (80th Street). Enjoy the weekend!
We expect a steady flow of visitors and owners onto the island starting tonight, and throughout the holiday weekend.
Best advice? Park your car and opt for another mode of transportation.Â
Unfortunately for me, kayaking to work is not realistic 😉
Nice feature piece in the July/August edition of Coastal Living Magazine about the Jersey shore- specifically Cape May, Avalon, and Ocean City.
One critique of the Avalon section- not sure why the author would plug a hot dog stand on the beach at 59th Street in Sea Isle City when writing about the beaches in Avalon? Just don’t see the Avalon visitors crossing the bridge for a lunch time snack 😉
Otherwise, fun to see our area receive positive press. We all know that the New Jersey reality shows are anything but real…glad Coastal Living took the time to share that with the outside world, too.
P.S. A promotional video by the Avalon business community recently posted: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pg4PYzBBdkg    You will be singing the catchy tune all day 😉
If you will be in Avalon, NJ on Saturday morning, be sure to cheer for the participants of the Islandman Triathlon.
The ocean swim starts behind the Avalon Community Hall at 7:30am; followed by the closed course bike race; and then the foot race.
For safety reasons, no car traffic is permitted on or across Avalon Avenue or First Avenue during the bike race. The adults complete 3 laps on the bike course: north on Avalon Avenue to 8th Street turn around- south on First Avenue to 38th Street and then along Dune Drive to Bayberry Drive, and back north on First Avenue.Â
The kid’s bike race is only along Avalon Avenue.
Volunteers will be at the street ends to stop cars and pedestrians from crossing during the bike races. Plan you Avalon Coffee and Kohler’s run accordingly 😉
Are you available this Saturday, July 2nd between 7- 9am? “Street Police” volunteers are needed at street ends (between 8th and 38th Streets) to prevent traffic from entering and/or crossing Avalon Avenue and First Avenue during the annual Islandman Triathlon http://www.timkerrcharities.org/
There will be over 500 participants in this sold out event: a 1/4 mile ocean swim; the 12 mile closed course bike race (when you see the speeds, you will understand the need for closed roadways!); and the 5K boardwalk/beach run.
All volunteers receive a 2011 Islandman Triathlon t-shirt as a thank you 🙂
Please let me know if you can help…and your preferred location. Thanks!
P.S. Do you know a student who needs service hours? Volunteers can earn 5 hours- Midge Kerr will provide documentation for the students after the race. Contact Midge@TimKerrCharities.org for more information.
My view this morning as I walked the beach…beautiful!
Downtown shopping areas are busy. We will see even more visitors arrive on the island by mid-afternoon to begin their vacation at the shore.  Happy to see the return of long time tenants week after week- it’s a privilege to be part of their treasured family vacation.
Have a nice weekend!
Our 2 week family visit is coming to an end 🙁
Somehow, we have managed to squeeze a summer’s worth of activities into our limited time together.
Plenty of beach days, boogie boarding, ocean AND bay kayaking, the playground, bike rides, the zoo, the bird sanctuary, and a few hours on Wildwood boardwalk for the rides at Morey’s Pier (and the required boardwalk food!)
P.S. Added a last day activity- the 2 Morey’s water parks. Now, I am officially exhausted!Â
Received this Tweet regarding our family activities: @AnnDelaneyBeach interesting to see where people who live where I GO on vacation, go on vacation :)       Â
The final equipment removal from the Stone Harbor beach fill continues to fascinate.
Yesterday, the survey tripod was driven to the water’s edge, lifted by a crane, and then placed on a barge. Off to the next beach fill project!
P.S. My nephews filmed and edited a video of the action. Thanks, guys :) http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8VQr3qRkr-E
Summer Rentals
For example, starting this Saturday, we have a newer 5 bedroom, 4 bath townhouse on 34th Street in Avalon for $2950;Â as well as a 3 bedroom, 1.5 bath rancher on 16th Street available for $1800.
For more details, search rentals on our web site: http://www.powerplayrealty.com/rentals  or e-mail me with a specific request ann@anndelaney.comÂ
Thanks!