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Mark Soifer's Column
JUL
22
Capt. Noah Grand Marshal of Night in Venice, Seafood Fest Fri. - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Captain Noah, award winning TV children's program personality, will be grand marshal of the Night in Venice ...read more
JUL
15
Craft Show, Ferko, Movie Premier This Week, Night in Venice Next - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Some of the most talented artisans on the East Coast will exhibit and sell their unique handiwork at Ocean City's ...read more
JUL
08
Some Enchanted Evening is Night in Venice Optional Theme - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The optional theme for NIGHT IN VENICE, Sat., July 24 is "Some Enchanted Evening." For the past five years ...read more
JUL
01
Really Big Fireworks July 4th! Balalaikas Here July 3 - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Highlight of our 4th of July celebration will be a REALLY BIG fireworks display on Sunday, July 4th at 9pm. The Fireworks ...read more
JUN
24
Philippine Celebration, Car Show, Pops, Boys Choir This Weekend - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Ocean City's TRIBUTE TO THE PHILIPPINES will be held this weekend at the Music Pier, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace. ...read more
JUN
17
Miss NJ is Here, Restaurant Week Starts Sunday - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The MISS NEW JERSEY Scholarship Pageant begins today, Thursday June 17, with two preliminaries and the finals on Saturday. ...read more
JUN
10
Artisans, Humane Society Golf this Weekend, Miss NJ Next - by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The ARTISANS Order of Mutual Protection return June 11-13 for its 65th annual weekend in Ocean City. The Artisans are ...read more
JUN
03
Flower Show, Lulu Concert & Parade, Fun Fest, This Weekend - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
FLOWER SHOW: The City will hold its 38th annual Flower Show June 4-6 at the Music Pier at Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace. ...read more
MAY
27
Barks on Boards, Plunge, Service, Concerts This Weekend - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Life Guards will turn an impressive wooden key to open the Ocean, Business Persons will plunge into the Atlantic to the ...read more
MAY
20
Heart Walk, Annual Wellness Expo Set for This Weekend - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The emphasis will be on health this weekend in Ocean City. The Annual Weekend of Wellness expo is set for May 21 and ...read more
MAY
13
Philippine Tribute Planned For June, More Events Set For May - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
A contingent from Ocean City traveled to New York recently to solidify the City's June 26-27 Sister-City Tribute ...read more
MAY
06
Mothers Day Features a Concert and Flowers in Ocean City- By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The West Chester District Senior Strings, a large group of talented musicians, will be featured in a free concert at ...read more
APR
29
News About Block Party, MZM Day, City's Latest Honor - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
LATEST HONOR: Ocean City has been named one of the Best 31 Beach Vacations by Coastal Living Magazine, a prestigious ...read more
APR
22
City Wide Yard Sale Saturday; Block Party May 1st - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The City's Annual CITY WIDE YARD SALE is set for Sat., April 24 from 8 a.m. until noon. There will be table ...read more
APR
15
Doo Dah Comedy Show will be a Highlight of Parade Weekend - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The DOO DAH PARADE is this Saturday. It starts at noon, 6th and Asbury Ave., goes to 12th and Asbury Ave. and concludes ...read more
APR
08
About Boomer, Battle of Bands & DooDah Weekend - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
In a recent letter to the editor, it was suggested that we honor Boomer, the Basset Hound, in next week's Doo Dah ...read more
APR
01
EASTER BUNNY VOWS TO MAKE THE WEEKEND BIGGEST EVER
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist I was busy and had forgotten that it was time for the Easter Bunny to stop ...read more
MAR
25
Quality Regional Craft Shows Now An Ocean City Tradition - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Super promoter Norman Schaut sold Atlantique City, the world's largest Arts, Antiques and Collectibles Show, ...read more
MAR
18
Pet Fashion Show to Help Raise Funds for Humane Society - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Our popular Woofin' Paws Pet Fashion show normally attracts over 100 entrants. An array of dogs, cats and miscellaneous ...read more
MAR
10
What's Happening in Ocean City, NJ - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Ocean City's Seventh Annual TALENT SHOW is set for Sat., March 13 starting 6 p.m. at the Music Pier, Boardwalk ...read more
MAR
04
Get in the Mood for Spring with the Air Force Band - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
It's March! Enough of this winter weather! Let's come out of hibernation and enjoy the UNITED STATES AIR ...read more
FEB
25
It's Spring Training Time Again...Ah The Memories! By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
My favorite sport is baseball because the ball takes all of the punishment. You just stand up there at home plate and ...read more
FEB
18
About Air Force Band, Talent Show and Doo Dah-Earth Day by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
We've been very fortunate to schedule numerous United States service bands for free concerts in Ocean City. ...read more
FEB
11
City Talent Show, Airforce Big Band Here in March - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
We've just received word that U.S. AIR FORCE BAND OF LIBERTY Jazz Band will perform at the Music Pier on Sat., ...read more
FEB
04
Shelley Berman to be Guest of Honor at Doo Dah Parade by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Comedian-Movie and TV Actor, Shelley Berman will be the honored guest at the City's 25th annual Doo Dah Parade set ...read more
JAN
28
How to Not Make Money...Try Writing Poetry By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
To paraphrase Waylon and Willie: "Momma don't let your babies grow up to be poets." Not if you want them to take ...read more
JAN
21
If We Continue to Work Together 2010 Should be a Good Year for Tourism By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Tourism is a very competitive business. Tourism during a recession is even more competitive. Ocean City held its own ...read more
JAN
14
Carolyn Murphy Contributed, Much; MLK Program Set By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Carolyn Boyd Murphy spoke softly, worked hard, and never discussed her many achievements. Born in the midst of the Great ...read more
JAN
07
City to Cement Sister City Relationship with Philippines Jan. 14 by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Ocean City will officially establish a Sister City relationship with the municipality of San Jose in the Philippines ...read more
DEC
30
First Night, First Day, Bottle Celebrities Here This Weekend By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
If you have been waiting until the last minute to buy your FIRST NIGHT Admission buttons, here is what to do. Go to Downtown ...read more
DEC
23
Get Your First Night Buttons Now! They're Going Fast! By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Our First Night celebration is definitely one of the best New Year’s Eve entertainment buys ever offered! Probably THE ...read more
DEC
17
Holiday Entertainment Plentiful this Weekend by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The Ocean City Pops and the City’s Theater Company and Repertory Theater Company will all present Christmas entertainment ...read more
DEC
09
Message in Bottle Winner Will Return Here for First Night by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Want to become a not so instant celebrity? Put a message in a bottle. Have it dropped off at sea. And wait. That ...read more
DEC
03
Parade, City Open House, Train Show, Sindia Day - This Weekend! By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The City will follow-up its very successful holiday program of last week with another weekend of fun filled events. ... read more
NOV
18
Earlier Than The Bird, Regional Craft Show This Weekend by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Ocean City is the place to shop the weekend before Thanksgiving, or any weekend for that matter. But for now, let’s stick ...read more
NOV
12
Quiet Festival, Craft Show This Weekend, Holiday Specials Next By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Ah, yes, it’s Quiet Festival Weekend, that time of year when those of us who enjoy silence and placid activities celebrate ...read more
NOV
05
About Trail of Two Cities, Quiet Festival & Veterans Day By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
TRAIL OF TWO CITIES: Here’s your chance to get close up and personal with the new bridge construction. Join the genial ...read more
OCT
29
Parade, Family Night, Haunted House, Free Concert This Week By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Many entertainment events are scheduled this week plus the rescheduled WALK FOR THE WOUNDED which will be held on Sat., ...read more
OCT
22
Pink Field, Humane Society Festival, Dog of Year This Weekend By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Before we cover this weekend, here are events that have been rescheduled because of last weekend’s storm: WALK ...read more
OCT
15
Events Keep Rolling On Through Fall in Ocean City by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Last weekend’s Indian Summer Weekend was a great event. And there’s much more to come in the weeks ahead. HALLOWEEN ...read more
OCT
06
Block Party, Fireworks, Entertainment and More This Weekend By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Never has our INDIAN SUMMER WEEKEND been packed with so much to do! In addition to the Mile Long Block Party on Saturday, ...read more
OCT
02
MS Bikers, Yard Sale, Underdog This Weekend, Block Party, Fireworks Next By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Over 7,000 bikers will roll into Ocean City for the annual MS Bike-a-thon on Sat., Oct. 3. The event raises over $4 million ...read more
SEP
30
What's Happening in Ocean City By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OCEAN CITY THIS WEEKEND OVER 7,000 BIKERS will roll into Ocean City for the annual MS Bike-a-thon ...read more
SEP
24
What's Happening By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
NATIONAL BOOK AWARD winning poet, Mark Doty and novelist Paul Lisicky will read from and discuss their work 7 p.m., Fri., ...read more
SEP
17
Air Festivals, South Side Johnny This Weekend, Corvettes, Country Band Next - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
AVIATION WEEKEND: Our colorful and exciting Aviation Weekend is set for Sat. and Sun. Sept. 19-20. It includes a huge ...read more
SEP
10
September 11th Ceremony, Street Rods This Weekend, Aviation Festival Next by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
SEPTEMBER 11: Ocean City remembers victims of the September 11th tragedy and celebrates its heroes. The remembrance ceremony ...read more
SEP
04
Ocean City September Highlights by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Sept. 11: OCEAN CITY REMEMBERS the victims of the September 11th tragedy and celebrates it heroes. Remembrance ceremony ...read more
AUG
27
US Navy Country Band to Play Free Concert Sept 27 By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Country Current, the United States Navy’s Country Band, will be featured in a free concert at the Music Pier on Sun., ...read more
AUG
20
About Little Miss Ocean City, Weird Contest Week and More...By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Last Saturday a new Miss Ocean City was selected at the Music Pier. Dana Piccollo will be taking over for Molly Lavin ...read more
AUG
12
Miss Ocean City Sat., Weird Contest Week Starts Monday! By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Five weird contests presented with impeccable taste will be featured in Ocean City Aug. 17-21. Weird Contest ...read more
AUG
06
Boardwalk Art Show This Weekend, Baby Parade Aug. 13th by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The 46th ANNUAL BOARDWALK ART SHOW is set for this weekend, Aug. 7-9 extending from 8th to 12th Streets on the boards. ...read more
JUL
30
Miss Crustacean Pageant Next, News About 100th Baby Parade by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The hermit crab world is abuzz with excitement. The date is fast approaching for the 36th Annual Miss Crustacean HERMIT ...read more
JUL
24
Night in Venice Weekend
Ocean City’s 55th Anniversary of Night In Venice 2009 Event Information: Friday, July 24th, 5-9pm, Merchants ...read more
JUL
21
Night in Venice Boat Parade Starting Time Changed to 8 p.m.
For safety reasons caused by the tides, the Night in ...read more
JUL
17
Night in Venice Began in 1954 as Part of the City's 75th Anniversary Party
Fifty-five years ago, City officials decided ...read more
JUL
09
Ocean City is a Happening Place! Here's a Way to Keep Current! By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
There is so much going on in Ocean City, I often worry that you might be missing some of the good entertainment and events ...read more
JUL
02
Information About 4th of July, Night in Venice and More by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
4th OF JULY FIREWORKS will be set off from a barge off the 9th Street Beach at 9 p.m. on Sat., July 4th. They will be ...read more
JUN
25
Antique Autos, Pops Opens, Balalaikas This Weekend By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Over 300 VINTAGE AUTOS roll into Ocean City on Sat., June 27 for the 53rd Annual Antique Auto Show set for the Tabernacle ...read more
JUN
18
Miss NJ This Week, July Jubilee, Magician, Balalaikas Are Next By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
It’s Pageant Week in Ocean City. Twenty-five area title holders from throughout the State are in town to vie for the ...read more
JUN
11
Artisans Sponsor Hobo Band Concert on Saturday by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The ARTISANS return to Ocean City Friday through Sunday for their 64th Annual Weekend (June 12-14). The organization ...read more
JUN
04
37th Annual Flower Show This Weekend at Music Pier, By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Ah yes, I remember it well. The first Flower Show was called the Flower Art Show. It featured both flowers and artwork. ...read more
MAY
28
LULU TEMPLE, RESTAURANT WEEK ARRIVE, FLOWER SHOW NEXT BY MARK SOIFER, OCEAN CITY PUBLICIST
LULU TEMPLE, a philanthropic organization that supports free children’s hospitals in Philadelphia and throughout the ...read more
MAY
21
Ocean Dip, Barks on Boards, Memorial Service this Weekend By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
The traditional turning of the key to open the ocean followed by a joyful BUSINESS PERSONS PLUNGE into the sea, kick ...read more
MAY
19
Ocean City Named Best Beach in NJ!
Ocean City, NJ was named #1 Beach in New Jersey, #1 Beach for Eco-Tourism, and #1 Beach for Day Trips through a survey ...read more
MAY
14
Wellness Fest, Memorial Day, Flower Show, On the Way! By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
This will be a very healthy weekend in Ocean City. The WEEKEND OF WELLNESS or WOW EXPO is set for the Music Pier, May ...read more
APR
23
Arts in Downtown, Choral Fest, Yard Sale This Weekend - By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
DOWNTOWN ARTS CELEBRATION: Artwork by Ocean City and Upper Township students will be exhibited along Asbury Ave. on Sat. ...read more
APR
16
New Features of our Doo Dah-Earth Day Celebration by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Every recurring event should have new features, right? Keeps it interesting. Gives you something to put on My Space or ...read more
APR
08
Woofin' Paws Pet Fashion Show Also Showcases Talented Pets by Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist
Today’s cartoon graphically depicts the drama and variety of the Woofin’ Paws Pet Fashion competition set for 11 a.m. ...read more
APR
02
Major Charity Craft Show This Weekend. Easter Is Next.
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist During times when local charities need it the most, Norman and JoAnne Schaut ...read more
MAR
26
Wind Chimes Musicans Wanted! No Experience Necessary!
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist I know you. You’ve always wanted to play a musical instrument, haven’t you? ...read more
MAR
19
A Pie In The Face Is Always Good For A Laugh...
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist A pie in the face is always good for a laugh. Just ask Soupy Sales, one ...read more
MAR
12
How to Prepare Yourself for Upcoming Special Events
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist As a public service, we are offering some helpful hints on how to prepare ...read more
MAR
04
The Doo Dah Dope Sheet, All the Doo That's Fit to Dah! & More!
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist The 2009 issue of the Doo Dah Dope Sheet has just hit the streets with a ...read more
FEB
26
Bill Dana To Be Grand Marshal Of 24th Doo Dah Parade
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist Legendary Comedian, BILL DANA, will be grand marshal of Ocean City’s 24th ...read more
FEB
19
Keyser Soze Reunion, Battle of the Bands Here This Weekend
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist KEYSER SOZE, a popular Ocean City Rock Band, will reunite for one concert ...read more
FEB
12
Always the Same, Always Different, That's Ocean City
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist Always the same, always different. That’s how Ocean City is viewed by many ...read more
FEB
05
Shows, Rock Concert, Battle of Bands set for February
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist Want to take your special someone to a lovely entertainment program on Valentine’s ...read more
JAN
09
World's Ugliest Dog to Visit OC Humane Society
The Ocean City Humane Society is hosting a birthday party for its many residents--dogs and cats patiently waiting to ...read more
DEC
30
First Night, First Day at Beach Ring in New Year
Ocean City’s popular FIRST NIGHT on Dec. 31 followed by FIRST DAY AT THE BEACH on Jan. 1 are two economical ways to ring ...read more
DEC
18
Carolfest, Tis the Season Set, Get First Night Buttons Now!
This Community’s CAROLFEST, featuring a cast of professional performers, is set for 7:30 p.m., Sat., Dec. 20 at the Music ...read more
DEC
11
Parade, City Hall Open House, Sindia Day Set for Saturday
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist Over 40 organizations will participate in Ocean City’s Christmas Parade ...read more
DEC
03
Train Show, Santa Paws This Weekend, Holiday Concerts Set
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist This is the busiest holiday season in my memory for special events and music ...read more
NOV
12
Quiet Festival, Nap Rally, Big Craft Show Set for this Weekend
By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist A highlight of this weekend’s Quiet festival will be the kick-off of NAP, ...read more
OCT
30
What's Happening in Ocean City for Halloween
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OCEAN CITY FOR HALLOWEEN ANNUAL HALLOWEEN PARADE, Thursday, Oct. 30 starts 7:15 p.m. at 6th ...read more
OCT
22
What's Happening, Doggies
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OCEAN CITY Howl about this! The DOG OF THE YEAR will be named on Sun., Oct. 26 at the Port ...read more
OCT
15
What's Happening in Ocean City
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OCEAN CITY Sat., Oct. 18--- The Junior Miss Ocean City Pageant is set for 7:30 p.m. at the ...read more
OCT
08
Indian Summer Weekend featuring Mile-Long Block Party
WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OCEAN CITY Oct. 10-13: Indian Summer Weekend featuring Mile-Long Fall Block Party: Ocean City’s Annual ...read more
OCT
01
CITY WIDE YARD SALE, CAR SHOW THIS WEEKEND, BLOCK PARTY IS NEXT
CITY WIDE YARD SALE, CAR SHOW THIS WEEKEND, BLOCK PARTY IS NEXT By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist NEWS ...read more
SEP
25
Over 7000 Cyclists Roll into Town for MS Bike Tour
OVER 7000 BIKERS ROLL INTO TOWN FOR MS BIKE TOUR SATURDAY By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist Over 7000 bikers ...read more
SEP
18
Second Air Show, 400 Corvettes Set for this Weekend
SECOND AIR SHOW, 400 CORVETTES SET FOR THIS WEEKEND By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist What a great ...read more
SEP
10
Stunt Planes To Soar Over Ocean City Boardwalk
STUNT PLANES TO SOAR OVER BOARDWALK ON SUNDAY By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist Ocean City is fortunate ...read more
SEP
03
Street Rods Roll Into Town, Two Air Shows Set
STREET RODS ROLL INTO TOWN, TWO AIR SHOWS SET By Mark Soifer, Ocean City Publicist The STREET RODDERS ...read more
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