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🌱 Patch AM: Planning a night out? Start with Ocean City’s iconic Music Pier

And on the Ocean City Patch calendar - Fall Craft Fair

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Good morning Ocean City! We're back in your inbox this morning to keep you in the loop with what's happening in and around town. Grab a cup of coffee and read on. ☕️️

In today's newsletter:

  • Planning a night out? Start with Ocean City's iconic Music Pier
  • Why Ocean City's Flanders Hotel stands out for a perfect night's sleep
  • How Ocean City's boardwalk earned a spot among the world's best

Also on today's calendar: Fall Craft Fair and 8 more events.

Today's riddle: What do an island and the letter "t" have in common? 🤔 (Answer below!)

Weather forecast:

  • Sunday: Some rain and a thunderstorm, with a high of 77 and low of 68 degrees.
  • Monday: Cloudy, a shower; breezy, temps: high: 70, low: 63.
  • Tuesday: Strong winds, with a high of 68 and low of 61 degrees.

📰 News we're reading

1. Where to Find Live Music at the Jersey Shore (mainlinetoday.com) — Ocean City's historic Music Pier is highlighted as the city's premier spot for concerts and community celebrations, drawing residents and visitors since the 1920s. The guide also maps out other live music venues from Strathmere to Cape May, helping Ocean City locals plan nights out up and down the Shore.
   

2. 4 NJ hotels named among best in America for sleep in new study (nj1015.com) — Ocean City's Flanders Hotel just ranked as New Jersey's top spot for a great night's sleep in a new national study, landing 117th in the country. The piece also celebrates the hotel's 100th anniversary and shares fun facts and boardwalk food trivia tied to Ocean City.
   

3. 3 NJ boardwalks among the longest, best in the world. Here's where (app.com) — Ocean City's 2.5-mile boardwalk is spotlighted among the world's longest and best, praised for its family-friendly, alcohol-free vibe and classic amusements. The article notes Gillian's Wonderland Pier, Castaway Cove, and cash-only nostalgia as key parts of the Ocean City experience.
   

4. Boys cross country Fab 50, Sept. 18: New faces, familiar stars make noise (nj.com subscription) — Ocean City High School runners Nathan Aschmann and Keenan Neuman both earn spots in New Jersey's latest boys cross country Fab 50 rankings, highlighting the program's statewide strength. The list tracks standout performances from major early-season meets across the state.
   

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🪧 Patch Classifieds

  • With a clean house anything is possible!
    We are looking for clients who do not want to spend their time cleaning🧹 Call or text me to get started! Liz @ 609-757-7327 (More info)
  • Two twin sleeper sofas
    Light gray with thin white stripes measuring 52 inches wide and 34-1/2 inches deep. One of the sofas has a tiny rip on back of sofa. Good condition... (More info)

💬 Chatter

What your neighbors are talking about on social media

  • Are you looking for something to do on Sat, Sept 26?
    This is a fun OCNJ event and is a great way to give back to a local rescue organization! Spread the word.. (Nextdoor Wesley/Bay)
  • Has anyone gone to the Atlantic City airport to purchase tickets for Breeze airline?
    I've heard that you save money doing that but I'm wondering how much is the savings ,if anyone has done it would you mind sharing ? (Nextdoor Wesley/Bay)
  • ShopRite posted a job opening for ShopRite - Dairy Clerk (Village NJ) Salary Range $15.92 - $16.99/hr in Somers Point. Apply here.
  • Flynn Group posted a job opening for Server in Somers Point. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Ocean City here.

Ok Ocean City! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!

-- The Patch AM Team

P.S. The answer to today's riddle: They are both in the middle of water. (Thank you Curt K. for sending it in!)
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