CAPE MAY – The Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation is seeking entries for its inaugural fine art show. To honor the men and women of the United States Coast Guard, the foundation is seeking entries that have a maritime theme or feature the Coast Guard.
The show will be held at the award winning Mad Batter Restaurant in Cape May from April 5 through May 10. The public is invited to an opening reception on April 8 from 3 to 5 p.m. where light refreshments will be served. The exhibit is part of the Mad Batter family’s ongoing support of the artist community and may be viewed seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Proceeds from the sale of art will benefit the Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation.
The show is open to all visual artists aged 18 years or older. Artwork must be original two-dimensional pieces in all mediums. There is no entry fee. Entry forms are available online at coastguardcommunity.org. For more information, contact Amy Mahon at (609) 972-6659 or amy@reichassetmanagement.com.
The art show kicks off the 2018 Cape May County Coast Guard Community Festival. The festival will be held May 5–6 and celebrates the men and women of the United States Coast Guard serving in the South Jersey region.
On May 5, festival goers will explore the extensive TRACEN base on foot and by trolley and get an inside look at Coast Guard vessels and helicopters. The Coast Guard Air Station Atlantic City will conduct thrilling search and rescue demonstrations and the Recruit Band and drill team will perform. There will be tours of Cape May Harbor, children’s activities, vendors, food, live music and historical exhibits.
On May 6, the festival continues at the Cape May – Lewes Ferry Terminal where Sunday brunch is served. Other activities include a joint concert by the Recruit Band and Lower Cape May Regional School Bands, an awards ceremony honoring Coast Guard Spouse and Coast Guardian of the Year and a classic car show.
The Coast Guard Community Festival is presented by the Cape May County Coast Guard Community Foundation in partnership with the County of Cape May, its 16 municipalities, the Cape May County Chamber of Commerce, the City of Cape May and community sponsors.
For a complete schedule of events, visit coastguardcommunity.org.
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