DoOC: Hot Rod Weekend

One of my favorite things about Ocean City NJ is that there is always something to do!! This weekend from Friday 9/6 thru Sunday 9/8 Ocean City will be having their Annual Street Rod Weekend right on the boardwalk.

This is the time to really get a feel for Ocean City. Great weather, not to hot and not too cold!! Come for the vintage cars and stay for the atmosphere! Enjoy great food, fun entertainment and fantastic atmosphere!!

From Ocean City Patch

Street rod enthusiasts from throughout the East Coast will bring their colorful cars to Ocean City this weekend.
They will display their vehicles on the Boardwalk and at the Fifth Street Parking Lot during the 34th annual Shore Rod Run.
Cars will be parked at the Fifth Street lot (between the Boardwalk and the Ocean City Sports and Civic Center) from Friday afternoon (Sept. 9) to 1 p.m. Sunday (Sept. 11). There will be a Boardwalk display on Saturday (Sept. 10) from noon to 4 p.m.

A street rod is any car manufactured in 1972 or earlier that has been modified with more modern parts. Owners are creative about how they enhance their vehicles and often decorate them with colorful, painted designs. 

Ocean City sponsors the event, which is administered by the Public Relations Office of the Department of Community Services.
 
There will be a dance and pizza party at 6 p.m. Friday for "Rodders" who arrive early. A craft show is set for the 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday. A Fashion Show is scheduled for 1:30 p.m. Saturday in the Music Pier auditorium and will feature clothing from of Ocean City. Admission is free and the event is open to the public.

The fabulous Grease Band will entertain at the Music Pier 8 p.m. Saturday. The popular Grease Band plays hits of the 1950s through the '90s. Admission is $20, and the public is invited. Tickets are available at the Music Pier Box Office. Call 609-525-9300 or access ocnj.us.

 Have you visited Ocean City New Jersey yet? You have to come visit!

The Great Food Escape: The Fractured Prune

The Fractured Prune Donut Shoppe has over 30 different specialty donuts, Create your own donuts, breakfast sandwiches and gourmet coffee, espresso, juices and other cold drinks. If you are in town then make sure you stop by! With 2 locations ( 1225 Asbury Ave and 3339 West Ave) on the island, you cannot afford to miss them! 

They have hot hand-dipped donuts sold individually, 1/2 dozens or by the dozen. All donuts are hand-dipped in custom made glazes and assorted toppings.

 

Specialty Donuts:

Banana Nut Bread

Black Forest

Blueberry Hill

Caramel Delight

Caramel Kiss

Carnival

Chocolate Covered Cherry

Cinnabun

Coffee Crumb Cake

Cookie and Cream

Creamsicle

Death By Chocolate

Dirty Banana

French Toast

Lemonade

Morning Buzz

Myrna Medley

Ms. Prunella

O.C. Sand

Peanut Butter Cup

Pebble Beach

Peppermint Patty

Plain Jane

"Skylar"

S'mores

Snickerdoodle

Strawberry Princess

Strawberry Shortcake

Sundae

Teddy Graham

Thin Mint

Trail Mix

Do they sound yummy or what? Then you should hear what's in them. Follow the link to see what their made of http://www.fracturedprunenj.com 

In a creative mood? Try making your own....

Glaze Choices:

honey, banana, chocolate, maple, cherry, strawberry, lemon, raspberry,

orange, peanut butter, blueberry, mocha,mint, mixed berry, caramel,

vanilla and marshmallow 

Topping Choices:

rainbow sprinkles, chocolate sprinkles, coconut, peanuts, crushed Oreo,

chocolate mini chips, graham cracker crumbles, crumbled bacon and mini M&Ms

Sugar Choices:

Powdered, granulated and cinnamon

 

                                                              

Have you tried The Fractured Prune?

Did you make you own or chose a specialty?

What did you think?

DO OC! Family Fun Time On The Beach

Boardwalk Aerobatic Airshow 

Sunday, Sept. 15th

1 p.m. to 3 p.m. 

Bring the family! This is a great event for children of all ages!!

Stunt pilots will perform a two-hour air show over the beach and Ocean City Boardwalk from 6^th– 14^th Streets. Thrill to some of the best stunt pilots and aerobatic champions in the world. 


The show will feature individual aerobatic performances and groups flying in formation. Featured performances include:

• Twin Tiger Skywriters and Aerobatic Team
• Gary Ward MX2 Aerobatics
• F16 Four-Ship Flyby
• Kevin Russo SNJ-6 Aerobatics
• U.S. Coast Guard MH-65 Dauphin Rescue Demonstration
• North East Raiders Flight Demonstration Team
• Andrew McKenna T-6 Aerobatics
• SNJ T-6 Formation Flights
• Jason Flood Pitts Demo (A year after a near-fatal crash, Flood is back in the cockpit.)

The fun doesn't end here in Ocean City NJ!!! On Saturday September 14 there is the Ocean City Airport festival. Annual festival at the Municipal Airport, 26th street and Bay avenue. 10am-3pm. Features include a ground display of unusual airplanes ranging from World War II planes to Classics and War birds. Meet the performers for the next day's Aerobatic Air Show. 

For more information call 609-525-9223.

Did you come last year to the air show?

Send in some of your pictures and I will add them to my Ocean City Family blog!

The Great Food Escape: George's Candies

One of my favorite places to eat breakfast on the boardwalk is George's. Their food is fabulous! Generous portions, great service and very friendly staff. We make it a point to go every morning while we are on vacation in Ocean City. When we are not on vacation, we try to go at least 2 times a month over the summer. 

Not only do they have fabulous breakfast, but the also have homemade ice cream and tons of toppings to choose from. It doesn't stop there either, George's also has the best snacks in the world! Home made everything....Milk Chocolate Macaroons, Dark Chocolate, Macaroons, Almond Macaroons, Sandwich Mints, Coconut Strips, Chocolate Coconut Patties, Vanilla Coconut Patties, Almond Butter Crunch, Milk Pretzels, Dark Pretzels, Milk Molasses Pops, Dark Molasses Pops, Vanilla Fudge, Vanilla Nut Fudge, Chocolate Fudge, Chocolate Nut Fudge,
Chocolate Marshmallow Fudge, Peanut Butter Fudge, Caramels, Caramellows, Pecan Balls, Pralines
and Assortment-Flavored Pretzels.

In the mood for chocolate? You have a great selection to choose from: Dark Cashews, Milk Cashews, Cashew Bark, Almond Bark, Milk Cashew Patties, Dark Cashew Patties, Dark Marshmallows,
Milk Marshmallows, Pecan Patties, Milk Covered PNB Sticks, Peanut Covered PNB Sticks, Raisins,
Milk PNB Pops, Dark Molasses Pops, Dark Nonpareils, Milk Nonpareils, Toasted Coconut, Marshmallow, Caramel Pretzel Rods, Milk Graham, Dark Graham, Milk Break-Up, Marble Mixed, Break-Up, Taffy Packages, Taffy Individuals, S'mores, Milk Peanut Clusters, Dark Peanut Clusters, Dark Caramel, Haystacks and Coconut Clusters. 

They do have sugar free chocolates too! Pretzels, Almond Butter Crunch, Cashew Patties, Almond Bark, Cashew Clusters and Almond Clusters.

If you have a sweet craving then George's is the place to stop by! 



Lastly Georgie's has a great store that features many cute things. Toys for the kids, souvenirs,  personalized items and so much more! If you are on the boardwalk, make sure you stop by and look around. 






Little bit of history...
Georgie's Candies has been an institution on the Ocean City Boardwalk since 1954 when George Koukoulis founded the candy store. A tradition for many tourists has been the World Famous Macaroons. Naked fresh everyday the macaroons sweet smell resonates throughout the store. George's creamy fudge melts in your mouth as you stroll down the boardwalk. In 2003 George's was renovated and expanded. Our homemade ice cream, made from recipes dating back to 1915, has been moved to the from of the store, where long lines await the cool treat on hot summer nights. Also new in 2003 was the addition of Geroge's Breakfast Grille. All food is made to order with fresh meats and vegetables, fluffy pancakes and mouth watering omelets. 

Check out their website www.georgescandies.com

Have you been there? What is your favorite thin at George's???

 

Take Your Breath Away Thursday: Jersey Shore Views

Living on the Jersey shore I have become so dependent on the beautiful views. It has come to the point where I HAVE to watch the sunset everyday. 

 The sunsets are the most beautiful things I have ever seen. They are so peaceful and serene.

 Taking a stroll on the beach at sunset is so romantic!

 Just imagine what it looks like at the top of the Ferris Wheel at sunset! Breathtaking!

It /sunset/ was the cooling hour, just when the rounded Red sun sinks down behind the azure hill, which then seems as if the whole earth is bounded, circling all nature, hush'd, and dim, and still, with the far mountain-crescent half surrounded on one side, and the deep sea calm and chill upon the other, and the rosy sky with one star sparkling through it like an eye. - Lord Byron 

Have you ever seen a sky so beautiful? 

Do OC

Many many years ago as a child my family would take me to the shore for vacation. I LOVED it! It was a place for me to run free and relax. I would bounce around from arcade to arcade to mini golf to the beach to the water park and amusement parks and all over again. Ocean City NJ has been voted the Best Family Resort many times, and there is a reason for it. There is just so much to do that you will be busy the whole time you are here. The boardwalk is about 2.5 miles and is filled with shops, food and many attractions.

Not in the mood for shopping? If you just need just sit back and relax then you have miles of beach to sit and take in. The views are breathtaking and the sound of the waves crashing are beyond relaxing.

You also have Main Street shopping just 3 blocks away! There are many quaint shops you can shop at on Asbury Ave.

If you are planning a romantic getaway this is the place to be! You have choice of Bed & Breakfasts, Hotels or renting a house or apartment for your stay.

I do have a place to recommend to you if you do chose to visit:

This beautiful 2 Bedroom 1.5 Bath condo is located in the center of town. Includes off Street parking and outside shower. Walking distance to all the shops, boardwalk and beach! For more information on this great condo click HERE! This rental is available all year long, perfect for holiday weekends and great getaways!

If you want to know what's going on when you are
looking to vacation just click HERE.

I have been coming to Ocean City since I was a small child. I continued this tradition with my husband. The shore is where we got engaged almost 10 years ago. So many memories here! We decided that this would be a great place to bring our daughter, and we have since she was born. Six years later we decided to up and move here because we loved it here so much. Once you decide to make the trip down here, you will fall in love too!