With sardonic wit and incisive social critiques, David Sedaris has become one of America’s pre-eminent humor writers. He is the master of satire and one of today’s most observant writers addressing the human condition, especially apparent in his latest book, a collection of his diaries entitled Theft By Finding: Diaries (1977-2002) (May 2017).
Beloved for his personal essays and short stories, David Sedaris is the author of Barrel Fever, Holidays on Ice, Naked, Me Talk Pretty One Day, Dress Your Family in Corduroy and Denim, When You Are Engulfed in Flames, Let’s Explore Diabetes with Owls, and Theft By Finding: Diaries (1977-2002). He is the author of Squirrel Seeks Chipmunk: A Modest Bestiary, a collection of fables with illustrations by Ian Falconer. Each of these books was an immediate bestseller. He was also the editor of Children Playing Before a Statue of Hercules: An Anthology of Outstanding Stories. His pieces regularly appear in The New Yorker and have twice been included in “The Best American Essays.” There are over ten million copies of his books in print and they have been translated into 25 languages.
As a companion piece to Theft By Finding, Jeffrey Jenkins published and edited an art book of Sedaris’s diary covers, entitled David Sedaris Diaries: A Visual Compendium (October 2017). A forthcoming book of essays entitled Calypso is set to be published June 2018, and a second volume of his diaries is expected for summer 2019.
The Struggle: From Victim to Survivor, Attorney, Activist and Advocate Keynote Speaker: Teresa Fidelis Lancaster, Esquire Teresa is a world known Attorney and Advocate for victims of sexual abuse who was recently featured in The Keepers, a seven-part documentary currently on Netflix.
Hundreds of products and services for Cape May County businesses will be held inside the Wildwoods Convention Center. The Expo is open to the business public, featuring over 100 exhibitors – come shop for all your business needs and make important contacts. The largest business networking event in Cape May County allows you to meet with potential suppliers and network with potential customers. The Expo has received high praise for its relaxed atmosphere which is conducive to making that important business deal. Exhibitor opportunities available. Expo seminars will be held from 11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. and again from 3 p.m.-4:30 p.m. The main exhibit will take place from 4 p.m.-7 p.m.
Free admission, free parking, complimentary refreshments, and a chance to win many great door prizes!
CALLING ALL CAT LOVERS – Catsbury Park Cat Convention is back for the second year! This event includes a star lineup from the Cat World: Celebrity Cats, adoptable felines, DJs, games, activities, art, vendors, presentations, seminars, comedians, contests, tattoos, tasty vegetarian food, and most important of all – CAT LOVERS .
Tired of visiting the same ole “haunts”?
Are your photographs boring and ordinary?
Cemeteries will stimulate your creativity as they are filled with fascinating history, sculptures, peacefulness, beauty and character. Time stands still in cemeteries, and you will be creative making photographs that carry on beyond the grave…
This thrilling experience incorporates the camaraderie of the group, sharing ideas and new perspectives as we visit some of Monmouth County’s oldest cemeteries dating back to the 1700’s. Since Visions is doing the driving if you would like to bring your favorite beverage along to enjoy with your picnic, you are welcome to do so.
CALLING ALL CAT LOVERS – Catsbury Park Cat Convention is back for the second year! This event includes a star lineup from the Cat World: Celebrity Cats, adoptable felines, DJs, games, activities, art, vendors, presentations, seminars, comedians, contests, tattoos, tasty vegetarian food, and most important of all – CAT LOVERS .
The Wild Kratts LIVE! stage show that has kids across North America buzzing is coming to the Basie Center with an ALL NEW show: “Wild Kratts LIVE 2.0 – Activate Creature Power!” Get ready to dive into another classic Wild Kratts adventure with the Kratt brothers as they combine live action and animation, with Martin and Chris LIVE on stage and the rest of the Wild Kratts team on screen, at the Tortuga HQ. Which creature powers will they activate and what new and amazing ‘WOW!’ facts will you learn? Experience, live-on-stage, the electrifying excitement and the inspiring quest of the Kratt Brothers that make the hit television series Wild Kratts a family favorite time and time again!
The DeMoro Leadership Group presents John Maxwell in New Jersey!
Don’t miss this amazing opportunity to see this internationally respected leadership expert and author!
Register now for an Early Registration price! Once registered, you will receive an email with details about the event and your electronic ticket. Please have your ticket available on your mobile device. The doors open at 9:00 am, plan to arrive early for preferred parking and seating.
Known as the king of the rant, LEWIS BLACK uses his trademark style of comedic yelling and animated finger-pointing to skewer anything and anyone that gets under his skin. His comedic brilliance lies in his ability to make people laugh at the absurdities of life, with topics that include current events, social media, politics and anything else that exposes the hypocrisy and madness he sees in the world.
Come join the Atlantic County 4-H model Railroad club as they host the 6th N Scale gathering model train show featuring N scale modular layouts and T-Trak Tabletop Displays!
Come join the Atlantic County 4-H model Railroad club as they host the 6th N Scale gathering model train show featuring N scale modular layouts and T-Trak Tabletop Displays!
Steve Solomon, author & star of the 3-time award-winning, acclaimed show “My Mother’s Italian, My Father’s Jewish and I’m in Therapy” now brings you “Cannoli, Latkes & Guilt – the Therapy Continues.” Almost a million people throughout the US & overseas have laughed till they cried at Steve’s hit shows – including his last Strand appearance. Native of Brooklyn, Steve grew up in the multi-ethnic neighborhood of Sheepshead Bay, the perfect training ground for a dialectician. As the class clown & as a very authentic sounding Chinese restaurant delivery boy, Steve learned at an early age how to use his gift for imitating accents to his advantage. He’s won the CT Drama Desk Award plus other noms & wins for Best Actor & Best New Play. Prepare to laugh, cry & spend a wonderful side-splitting evening with Steve & his wacky family. Each of the 20 or so characters is brought to life by Steve using the voices and dialects that they possess in real life. Presented by Praia Entertainment of Pop, Rock & Doo Wopp Live!
From the creators of the record-breaking Broadway sensation, The Producers, comes this monster new musical comedy. The comedy genius, Mel Brooks, adapts his legendarily funny film into a brilliant stage creation – Young Frankenstein!
Grandson of the infamous Victor Frankenstein, Frederick Frankenstein (pronounced “Fronk-en-steen”) inherits his family’s estate in Transylvania. With the help of a hunchbacked sidekick, Igor (pronounced “Eye-gore”), and a leggy lab assistant, Inga (pronounced normally), Frederick finds himself in the mad scientist shoes of his ancestors. “It’s alive!” he exclaims as he brings to life a creature to rival his grandfather’s. Eventually, of course, the monster escapes and hilarity continuously abounds.
Every bit as relevant to audience members who will remember the original as it will be to newcomers, Young Frankenstein has all the of panache of the screen sensation with a little extra theatrical flair added. It will surely be the perfect opportunity for a production company to showcase an array of talents. With such memorable tunes as “The Transylvania Mania,” “He Vas My Boyfriend” and “Puttin’ on the Ritz,” Young Frankenstein is scientifically proven, monstrously good entertainment.
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Asbury Park Spring Bazaar on Saturday & Sunday, May 11th & 12th, 2019, from Noon – 5 pm, at Asbury Park Convention Hall! The weekend will feature a shopping extravaganza with Handcraft & Vintage Vendors, Flower & Photo Booth, Beauty Styling, Live Music, DJs, DIY Workshops, Mother’s Day Brunch & More:
CRAFT & VINTAGE VENDORS featuring the best in local and regional makers, artists and designers selling gifts for mom, handcrafted goods, jewelry, art, home goods, and more. To apply as a vendor, click here.
FLOWER BOUQUETS by Faye + Renee, a Philadelphia-based floral and event design company. Pick up a gorgeous flower arrangement or BYO (build your own) at their flower bar.
MOM’S DAY PHOTOS with Little Detour Photobooth, featuring a vintage trailer, fun props, and take-home photo strips.
MOTHER’S DAY SUNDAY BRUNCH at The Anchor’s Bend.
WORKSHOPS, LIVE MUSIC, YOGA, & MORE BEING ANNOUNCED SOON!
Celebrate Mother’s Day weekend at the Asbury Park Spring Bazaar on Saturday & Sunday, May 11th & 12th, 2019, from Noon – 5 pm, at Asbury Park Convention Hall! The weekend will feature a shopping extravaganza with Handcraft & Vintage Vendors, Flower & Photo Booth, Beauty Styling, Live Music, DJs, DIY Workshops, Mother’s Day Brunch & More:
CRAFT & VINTAGE VENDORS featuring the best in local and regional makers, artists and designers selling gifts for mom, handcrafted goods, jewelry, art, home goods, and more. To apply as a vendor, click here.
FLOWER BOUQUETS by Faye + Renee, a Philadelphia-based floral and event design company. Pick up a gorgeous flower arrangement or BYO (build your own) at their flower bar.
MOM’S DAY PHOTOS with Little Detour Photobooth, featuring a vintage trailer, fun props, and take-home photo strips.
MOTHER’S DAY SUNDAY BRUNCH at The Anchor’s Bend.
WORKSHOPS, LIVE MUSIC, YOGA, & MORE BEING ANNOUNCED SOON!
For the last twenty-five years, Bill Maher has set the boundaries of where funny, political talk can go on American television. First on “Politically Incorrect” (Comedy Central, ABC, 1993-2002), and for the last fifteen years on HBO’s “Real Time,” Maher’s combination of unflinching honesty and big laughs have garnered him 33 Emmy nominations. In October of 2008, this same combination was on display in Maher’s uproarious and unprecedented swipe at organized religion, “Religulous,” directed by Larry Charles (“Borat”). It remains among the highest grossing documentaries of all time.
He started his career as a stand-up comedian in 1979 and still performs over fifty dates a year in Las Vegas, and in sold-out theaters across the country. Three of his nine stand-up specials for HBO have been nominated for Emmy awards.
Maher was born in New York City, raised in River Vale, New Jersey, and attended Cornell University. He now resides in Los Angeles.
Mike Marino – affectionately known to millions of his fans worldwide as New Jersey’s Bad Boy – is one of the most loved comedians of our time. He has performed in every major comedy club, theatre, casino and event center from New York to Los Angeles and around the world. Mike has also shared the stage with some of the biggest names in the business.
Mike Marino was born in Jersey City, New Jersey. He entered the entertainment industry at an early age and has studied at some of the most prestigious acting schools in New York, the Herbert Berghof Studio and the American Academy of Dramatic Arts. Mike has appeared in over 200 national television commercials, including many endorsements and has received a Best Actor Clio Award Nomination. He has acted in many Prime Time soaps and television shows including: As the World Turns, One Life to Live, Becker, Nikki, Frasier and Party of Five. His film credits include Crooks, Pizza with Bullets, Hangin’ in Hedo and Steven King’s Lucky Quarter and Criticsized.
Adding to his great success in film, theatre, commercials and soaps, Mike Marino began touring the world performing and selling out at countless clubs, theatres and casinos. His stand-up material ranges from cutting edge observations of everyday life to his Italian family roots; which recently spun into a T.V. pilot called “Re-Constructing Jersey”. His comedic style has landed him guest appearances on The Tonight Show as a regular sketch player, The Martin Short Show, Canada’s Comedy TV, The Boomer Show, Wild Pitch, and Hand Held Comedy Radio. A clip of Mike’s appearance on Byran Allen’s Comics Unleashed earned him over 7 million views (and counting), which has led to his current web series “Marino 2016” – an original comedy based on Mike’s road to the White House and wise guy attempt to become the first Italian American President of the United States.
Held at the Wildwoods Convention Center’s Oceanfront Arena featuring Master of Ceremonies, “New Jersey’s Bad Boy of Comedy” Mike Marino along with co-hosts Emil Stucchio and Vinnie Medugo. Performances by: The Brooklyn Bridge, The Duprees, Jay Siegel Tokens, Lou Christie, Charlie Grace, Larry Chance, The Skyliners, Vito Picone & the Elegants, Jœy Dee, Emil Stucchio, Vinnie Medugno, Sal Valentinetti and the Mark Baron Orchestra. Lifetime Awards Inductees include: Bobby Rydell, Charlie Gracie, Chubby Checker, Connie Francis, Frankie Avalon, Eugene Pitt, Jay Siegel, Jœy Dee, Jimmy Beaumont, Johnny Maestro, Larry Chance, Lou Christie, Richard Nader, Ronnie I Italiano, Vito Picone, and Willie Minfield. Appearances by: Chubby Checker, Frankie Avalon, Bobby Rydell, Connie Francis, Special message & video performance by Kenny Vance, Willie Winfield, Don K Reed, and Bobby Jay. (The East Coast Music Hall of Fame reserves the right to make changes to the performers and/or performances without notice.) Doors open at 4:30 p.m.; meet and greet from 4:45-5:45 p.m.; show starts at 6 p.m. Tickets are available through Ticketmaster at 800.745.3000 or Ticketmaster.com. For more information, visit http://www.ecmhof.org
Annual convention of the New Jersey Elks at the Wildwoods Convention Center. Parade will step off on Saturday at noon in North Wildwood. 609.585.3215 or http://www.njelks.org
James D’Amico Productions Presents
Performing to sold out audiences nation wide, Let’s Hang On! has established itself as the premiere tribute to Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons. Capturing that iconic sound with crisp harmonies and sleek choreography you are sure to take a trip down memory lane with some of the best music from the 1960’s. Proudly dubbed America’s #1 Frankie Valli tribute show, if you liked “Jersey Boys” you will love Let’s Hang On!
The Final Party with Game Grumps is here! Join us on this very special summer tour with Arin and Danny as we retire the present live format. The guys will be playing games, making jokes and having a blast in front of a live audience! You will not want to miss this!
Tickets: $39.50 & up in advance (plus applicable surcharges), $49.50 at the gate
On the first Saturday of October, Asbury Park welcomes the largest gathering of the un-dead in the state!
Highlands Halloween Fest, live music, craft vendors, children’s activities and a Halloween Parade. Pre-parade, make-up artists will be available in Huddy Park at 10 am. Post-parade, there will be a best costume contest in Veterans Park. There is something for ALL AGES! Hope to see you there, you would be a “ghoul” to miss it!
You can often find him referring to himself as “The Donkey of Comedy,” or “The Working Class Zero;” Vic DiBitetto is an American stand-up comedian, social media, YouTube personality and actor. Best known for his viral video “Bread & Milk” nearing 17 million views on Youtube. This video has brought about a new wave of fans and followers for Vic both on social media and on the stand up comedy circuit. More recently he portrayed Gino Chizetti in the 2015 comedy film, Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2. Try not to laugh, smile or grin while watching comedian Vic DiBitetto.
You can often find him referring to himself as “The Donkey of Comedy,” or “The Working Class Zero;” Vic DiBitetto is an American stand-up comedian, social media, YouTube personality and actor. Best known for his viral video “Bread & Milk” nearing 17 million views on Youtube. This video has brought about a new wave of fans and followers for Vic both on social media and on the stand up comedy circuit. More recently he portrayed Gino Chizetti in the 2015 comedy film, Paul Blart: Mall Cop 2. Try not to laugh, smile or grin while watching comedian Vic DiBitetto.