A quick over night in New York City this week to see a show (Kinky Boots- loved it!) and walk around the city.
Just a bit different than my normal surroundings!
Instead of laughing gulls…car horns and sirens.
Instead of the solitude of my morning beach walk…the “look alert” pace of crossing streets to a specific destination.
Fun to see the real world…and then return home 🙂
Easter weekend: the official “soft” opening for the summer season.
And what a weekend!
Great weather for walks…thank goodness because we took advantage of the many food establishments now open 😉
See you on the beach!
This  grassroots organization continues to make a difference in the lives of local families facing the trials of pediatric cancer.
There are several great events scheduled for 2017-
1) Friday May 5th- the 12th Annual Golf Tournament at Stone Harbor Golf Club
2) Saturday July 29th- the 7th Annual Low Tide Beach Ride (9th Street beach at 6:30pm)
3) Tuesday August 1st- the 17th Annual Artists and Friends Art Show at the Avalon Yacht Club
For more information and additional fund raising events, visit the web site: Brendan Borek High Tides Memorial Fund
Looking for a special home for your family vacation this summer?
In Stone Harbor:
Sweeping ocean views and a terrific location. Attractive upside down style home with 4 bedrooms, plus a den if a 5th sleeping area is needed.  A true “walk everywhere” spot, with the bonus of a very private pool area.  See link for more information:  Stone Harbor rental
In Avalon:
Elegant 3 level home in the south end of town.  Just one block to the beach, and convenient to the 74th Street park.  Elevator.  Private 3rd floor master suite.  Heated pool.  See link for more information: Avalon rental
I get excited when I find a nice piece of sea glass during my daily beach walk.  So you can imagine how I feel when I encounter a bald eagle, a snowy owl, or a seal! *
It was cold and windy yesterday morning.  I walked south up against the dune fencing to block the wind.  On the return, I walked closer to the water (yet still grumbling about the cold!).  I was thinking about finishing my walk back on the street to warm up…but I’m so glad I stayed on the sand.
As I approached the jetty, I noticed movement.  A seal!
The rocks camouflaged the little guy, and I probably walked right past him as I started my walk!
A great way to start the weekend  🙂
*No slight intended to the beach walk “regulars”: osprey, oystercatchers, dolphins, and the occasional whale!
If you will be in Avalon this weekend, stop by my open house to say hello…and tour this beautiful bay front home!
4510 Fifth Avenue, Avalon NJ
For more details:  MLS Fact Sheet
For property owners (and visitors staying for 2 weeks or more), this is your annual reminder to purchase seasonal beach tags at the pre-season discounted rate.
Tags purchased before June 1st are $23 each; after June 1st, the standard price of $28 applies.
As in past years, the tags allow you to “cross the border” between Avalon and Stone Harbor!
The municipalities also offer weekly ($12) and daily ($6) tags through the summer season.
For more information: Visit Avalon NJ  and  Stone Harbor Chamber of Commerce
Options to help you declutter and refresh your shore house:
Bulk Trash pick up- Avalon and Stone Harbor have scheduled pick up dates to dispose of household items.
Avalon– items placed on the curb fromMay 5th to May 14th will be picked up starting Monday May 15th.
Stone Harbor– pick up Monday, May 15th (items to the curb up to 72 hours before).
Or if furniture and/or appliances are in good condition, contact Habitat for Humanity/ReStore to donate- 609-463-0244
The weather WILL improve…and businesses and restaurants will continue to re-open for the season!
We are excited to see our summer neighbors return, too  🙂
April Views
Earlier sunrises…and summer preparations from beach to bay!