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Also on today's calendar: The Race of Gentlemen Oct. 3 & 4, 2026 and 9 more events.
Today's riddle: What do you get when you cross an angry cow with an angry sheep? 🤔 (Answer below!)
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1. AC Casinos Fund $30,000 Literacy Grant Helping 45 Adults (playusa.com) — Atlantic City adults can access free one‑on‑one literacy tutoring thanks to a $30,000 grant funded by casino revenues through the Casino Reinvestment Development Authority. Run by Literacy New Jersey with local partners like Atlantic Cape Community College and city schools, the program has already helped residents earn licenses, manage finances, and communicate better at work and with doctors.
2. Atlantic City native serving up a 'Great Day' in City Hall (breakingac.com) — A new locally owned Great Day Cafe is now open weekdays inside Atlantic City's City Hall, giving employees and visitors healthier grab-and-go options. Run by Atlantic City native Shane Cogossi's Beat the Daily Grind, the cafe grew from a city manager's capstone project and aims to reward standout staff with "Great Day Bucks" while expanding a homegrown small business.
3. Local Graduation Party Planning Guide for South Jersey Families (breakingac.com) — If you're planning a graduation party around Atlantic City, this guide breaks down when to book venues, how to choose between a backyard or hall, and what local caterers typically serve. It also explains bar-service rules, tent and rental needs in Shore weather, and realistic budget ranges so South Jersey families can avoid last-minute stress.
4. How Atlantic County Parents Can Help Kids Find Active Hobbies After School (breakingac.com) — Families in Atlantic City and nearby towns can tap a wide range of after‑school options, from year‑round swim lessons in city pools to rec leagues, archery, martial arts, and dance. This guide walks you through how to match activities to your child's interests, what questions to ask before signing up, and how to keep kids engaged without overloading your week or budget.
5. Atlantic City Boardwalk Named Top Atlantic Coast Attraction (973espn.com) — Atlantic City's historic Boardwalk has just been named one of World Atlas' top attractions along the entire Atlantic Coast, putting a familiar local landmark in elite company from Maine to Miami. The piece highlights its seven-mile stretch, Steel Pier rides, Island Waterpark, and oceanfront activities, and invites locals to reflect on their favorite Boardwalk spots.
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P.S. The answer to today's riddle: An animal that's in a baaaaad mooood! (Thank you Lisa A. for sending it in!)
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