Cape May’s “Harborside Chats” to Resume

CAPE MAY – The Nature Center’s very popular Harborside Chats resumed this past Thursday evening, Sept. 19 at the all new Saltwater Cafe. Local historian, former mayor and lifelong Cape May resident Robert Elwell led off the series with a factual presentation about Cape May’s maritime history. Since the Nature Center’s Charlotte Todd Education Hall is currently ongoing a major upgrade, the owners of South Jersey Marina have graciously made the Saltwater Cafe available for the first two presentations.
Kathy Fallon will visit the Cafe on Thursday, September 26th as the featured speaker. Her presentation will commence at 6:00 (as do all “chats”) and will be followed by an artist’s reception and refreshments. Reservations are not required, but space is limited. Donations to assist with the final and, as yet, unfunded stage of the Todd Education Hall renovation are greatly appreciated.
The Harborside Chats return to the Nature Center on Oct. 3 when the Jersey Cape Beekeepers Association will make their return. Of particular note, this summer the Beekeepers installed an actual hive inside the Nature Center and thanks to the miracle of Plexiglas, attendees will be able to witness the bees hard at work. Again, the presentation will commence at 6:00 and as usual light snacks will be provided.
We are very excited to welcome Lt. Commander Scott Rae, Regimental Commander from TRACEN, Cape May on Oct. 10. You won’t want to miss the Commander’s presentation about the history and mission of this important facility, the only training facility for Coast Guard recruits in the nation.
Rock and Roll comes to the Center on Oct. 17 when the legendary “Philly Bill” Culp of “WIBBAGE” radio 94.3 will be our special guest. You may remember that during this years’ Harbor Fest, “Philly Bill” did a live broadcast from the deck of the Nature Center. For those who grew up in the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s WIBBAGE radio 94.3 has established itself as our highway back to the “good-old-days.”
Looking ahead:
Oct. 24: kicks off New Jersey Audubon’s Birding Weekend and Vice President Dale Rosselet will be the featured speaker.
Oct. 31: what better than our very own Jersey Devil. Come prepared to share your own tale of horror about Jersey’s very own winged terror.
Nov. 7: Jeff Stewart from Cape May’s Whale Watcher and new owner of the famous Brandywine Lighthouse will share his vision for the light and the challenges that lay ahead.
Nov. 14: It was a tough summer to be a dolphin. Join us on the 14th as Sara from the Marine Mammal Stranding Center will update us on what has been happening offshore with our dolphins, harbor seals and sharks.
Nov. 21: The holidays are upon us. Is your wine rack ready? Come out as the Cape May Winery guides us on what to pair with our holiday menus.
Remember, all presentations begin at 6:00 and light refreshments will be served. There is no admission cost, but your generous donations to help with the renovation of the Charlotte Todd Education Hall will be greatly appreciated.