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ATLANTIC CITY SPECIAL EVENTS (CONT'D)

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Alliance Mid-Atlantic Government Procurement Fair

March 5 & 6, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  Website

The 12th Annual Alliance Mid-Atlantic Small Business Procurement Fair continues in the Atlantic City Convention Center! The 2011 event brought more than 800 people together. It has grown in size and depth each year and we are excited about the prospects for this year. The networking at this event cannot be compared to any other single marketing medium. TAKE ADVANTAGE OF THE OPPORTUNITIES!

WHY ARE ALLIANCE PROCUREMENT EVENTS UNIQUE?

    * YOU pre-schedule your own meetings...no one does it for you.
    * E-GUIDE: MatchMaking Hosts have access to your company information - NAICS, certifications, website and company description.
    * E-GUIDE: You have access to ALL attendees - not just exhibitors!
    * E-GUIDE is available immediatly upon registration and for 6 months after the event.

Globalcon Conference & Expo 2012

March 7 & 8, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  aeecenter.org

The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) is pleased to announce the 23rd annual GLOBALCON Conference & Expo covering Energy, Power, Facility Management Strategies and Technologies is coming to Atlantic City on March 7 & 8, 2012.

GLOBALCON features a Northeast Green showcase of technologies to help commercial, industrial, and institutional customers save on their energy costs, upgrade their facilities with innovative solutions, implement new or retrofit construction projects which will drive the new green job economy.  The expo will be green by the donation of Renewable Energy Credits (RECs) courtesy of GDF Suez, a Northeast Green sponsor.

GLOBALCON is the region’s largest energy efficiency conference and exposition and addresses new advances in energy efficiency, energy management, high performance buildings, renewables and power management technologies. Subjects include: energy policy, high performance buildings & rating systems, climate legislation, renewable energy technologies, natural gas development, demand response and alternative fuel vehicles.

2012 Imprinted Sportswear Show

March 9 - 11, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  issshows.com

For over 30 years, the Imprinted Sportswear Shows (ISS) have been the leaders of the decorated apparel industry. Experienced buyers know that ISS is the place to see the latest equipment, supplies, industry trends, and techniques available.

ISS Atlantic City is the largest show on the East coast dedicated to the decorated apparel industry.  With over 200 exhibitors, ISS Atlantic City serves as the one-stop shop for the latest equipment and new techniques.

If you're an exhibitor, nothing can match the value of meeting with your customers and prospects in person, and the ISS Atlantic City 2012 show will deliver thousands of decision-makers to you.  Showcase your company’s products and services while improving your exposure to prospects and current customers.

The ISS shows have focused exclusively on the imprinted decorated apparel industry for over 30 years. Our partnership with Impressions Magazine make us unique to this dynamic industry. The trade show brings together buyers, suppliers, manufacturers and industry leaders in regional setting to explore screen printing, embroidery, sublimation, graphic design and digital printing. Workshops and sessions are provided to showcase new technology and techniques with top industry leaders.

Tri-State Camp Conference

March 14 - 16, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  aca-ny.org

The American Camp Association (ACA) is a private, not-for-profit educational organization dedicated to enhancing the quality of summer camp experiences for children. The American Camp Association - New York represents one of the largest networks of camp professionals in the country with over 500 members representing over 300 affiliated camps. The programs and services of the American Camp Association - New York Section are aimed at responding to the particular needs of the region while at the same time, adhering to the ACA's national agenda.

The Tri-State CAMP Conference is the largest gathering of camp professionals in the world! Join us for the most important “off-season” event for camp professionals, camp staff, youth development professionals, and “out of school” experiential educators. Our community of over 3000 will come together to learn at over 180 educational sessions, find new products and services at our 300 booth exhibit hall, and best of all, spend time with like minded people who are dedicated to making a positive difference in the lives of children.

Atlantic Bakery Expo 2012

March 18 & 19, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  abe2012.com

Proudly presented by the New Jersey Bakers Board of Trade and the New York State Association of Manufacturing Retail Bakers, the 2012 Atlantic Bakery Expo is sure to be a crowd pleaser. We're excited about all the opportunities the 2012 show has to offer, we can almost smell the fresh donuts, cookies and breads baking now!!

In addition we are expanding the to include deli/prepared foods, cheese and salty snacks to give attendees an even greater selection of products for their establishments.

The 2012 show is packed full of action. We've put together a complete educational program with demonstrations, seminars and hands-on classes to go along with a trade show floor packed with all the exhibitors you need. The schedule continues to grow and is sure to keep you busy.

The 2012 Atlantic Bakery Expo is more than one show now that we are adding so many new product lines for you to see. We believe our expansion will help meet your need for new products to help increase profits in your bakeries and these exhibitors will show you how easy it can be.

Once again the premier show in this industry brings you the best event for your business. Make sure you are there to take advantage of all we have to offer.

Mary Kay Career Conferences

March 23 - 25, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  marykay.com

For nearly 50 years, we’ve made it our mission to enrich the lives of women around the world. Mary Kay Ash dreamed of creating opportunities for women to become whatever they wanted to be. In 1963, against the odds, she made the impossible become possible. And at Mary Kay®, it still happens every day.

It is possible to love your job. You can balance your family and your career. It’s not unheard of to work with people who genuinely follow the Golden Rule. There is a place where the spirit of helping others thrives. And you can find it all right here. Where products crafted with honesty and integrity are the heartbeat of our Company, and the independent sales force, comprised of an unparalleled, dynamic group of women, is the soul.

Join us as we work to enrich the lives of women and children around the world. As a matter of fact, it could change your life too. Is it your mission to love your job? We're here to tell you it is possible.

AACN Spring Trends Conference

March 28 & 29, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  aacn.org

The Southeastern Pennsylvania Chapter of the American Association of Critical-Care Nurses (SePA Chapter AACN) is the largest among 240 national chapters.  AACN is the world's largest specialty nursing organization, with more than 65,000 members.  The SePA Chapter has over 500 members.

Established first as the American Association of Cardiovascular Nursing, AACN's growth has directly paralleled the increasing importance of critical care nursing, as a specialty.  The SePA Chapter was first chartered in 1972.

SePA Chapter is a nonprofit organization dedicated to AACN's vision of creating a healthcare system driven by the needs of patients in which critical care nurses make their optimal contribution.

Through its activities, the organization seeks to:
    * Provide leadership and leadership development within critical care nursing
    * Demonstrate responsiveness to issues and concerns, raised by members, consumers, and other interested parties
    * Promote means to enhance affiliation and support networks for members and professional colleagues.
    * Operate effectively and efficiently, with respect to human and financial resources
    * Provide value and quality in all educational programs, activities and products

The chapter supports and encourages excellence in critical care nursing by providing awards for Excellence in Critical Care Practice, Education and Management.

SePA Chapter continues to offer numerous educational opportunities.  With the national American Association of Critical-Care Nurses, the chapter co-sponsors two annual conferences, Trends in Critical Care Nursing, held every October, and Trends in Trauma & Cardiovascular Nursing, held every April.  Each of these conferences attracts approximately 1,000 nurses.

SePA Chapter AACN publishes a bi-annual newsletter, SePASCOPE, monthly educational brochures, and yearly wall calendars.

In an effort to promote continuing education, the chapter offers scholarships for continuing education, for attendance at professional conferences, and pursuit of academic study.  In addition, research grants are awarded, twice yearly, for critical care nurses who are conducting or utilizing research evidence.

There are 14 elected officers and various active committees devoted to meeting the needs of our members and providing quality continuing nursing educational programs.

63rd Annual Atlantic Builders Convention

March 28 - 30, 2012  |  Call or Register Online  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  abconvention.com

The Atlantic Builders Convention (ABC) is the largest regional builder trade show in the northeast, designed for builders, contractors, remodelers, and any other home builder-related enterprise. There are over 450 exhibits of innovative products and services that range from helping to expedite your project deadlines to enhancing the finished product.  The combination of state-of-the art products, innovative services, helpful demonstrations and our new construction play pen area where you can experience some special building techniques first-hand; the ABC inspires attendees with countless ideas to aid in the success of their business.

Who should attend – and why?

Whether you are the decision-maker or the hands-on staff for developers, home builders, remodelers, contractors, engineers, architects or any other building-related business, the ABC offers accredited and educational seminars, demonstrations, exhibits and networking events throughout the 3-day convention:

    * Meet hundreds of exhibitors under one roof
    * Discover new, interesting products and services
    * Visit the demo booths for updates on building installation and products
    * Find the best resources in building, remodeling, landscaping, and design services
    * Speak with industry experts
    * Attend accredited courses, which are scheduled throughout the week
    * Network with clients and prospective customers at numerous after hours events

What types of companies will I find at the show?

Almost any building-related product or service company you can imagine will be represented at the ABC.
Here are just a few of the categories:

    * Air Conditioning & Heating
    * Architects
    * Appliances
    * Building Materials & Building Systems
    * Carpeting & Floor Coverings
    * Commercial
    * Concrete Products
    * Decks & Fencing
    * Environmental Consultants
    * Fireplaces
    * Green Building

You will have a chance to see samples of products such as the newest in tools & hardware, flooring & walkways, view displays of kitchens, baths, windows, doors, appliances, furnishings, spas, pools, fireplaces, solar panels, and so much more. Come with an open mind - you'll leave with inspiration.

7th Annual Atlantic City Beer Festival

March 30 & 31, 2012  |  Times Below  |  $10.00 - $55.00  |  Atlantic City Convention Center  |  acbeerfest.com

The Celebration of the Suds better known as “Beerfest” returns to The Atlantic City Convention Center for the 7th year on March 30th and 31st breathing new life as the festival grows to include amazing music to compliment savory brews.  In 2012 Atlantic City New Jersey is the destination to discover beer and music.

Over 80 different breweries from around the corner and a crossed the country will showcase their unique libations. The focus of Atlantic City Beer Festival is the promotion of craft beers and the brewers that create them. The event is the perfect opportunity for beer aficionados, beer lovers, and the casual beer drinker to speak to company representatives and brewers responsible for some of their favorite brews, in addition to offering a venue for discovering new beers.  Some of the brands attending (but not limited to) will be Abita, Allagash, Troegs, Lancaster Brewing Company, Magic Hat, Victory Brewing Company, Brooklyn Brewery, Smutty Nose, Flying Dog, Dog Fish Head, Ommegang, Stone Brewing Company, as well as highlighting some of the amazing beer styling’s from the garden state such as Cape May Brewery, River Horse Brewer, Flying Fish, Cricket Hill Brewing, New Jersey Brewing Co. Tuckahoe Brewing, Turtle Stone and many others.

Every year festival organizers review the event to come with program to make each year better than the last.  Now in its 7th year the festival has taken a truly organic turn with the addition of original music from artists a crossed the Tri-State area.  This year’s festival will showcase multiple stages of original live music.  This new addition to the festival should lay a phenomenal soundtrack to what is already one of Atlantic City’s most anticipated events. Great brews, great tunes, and thousands of great people.  Bands and performers will be featured on the event web site under sounds.

The 2012 Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival will not only highlight great beer and music but will also feature culinary demonstrations from local area chefs, beer seminars hosted by author and television personality Gary Monterosso as well as others, and we can’t forget the amazing festival vendors lots and lots of beer related and food vendors.  This year’s festival will appeal to everyone.

With a large concern on the safety of attendees, the festival offers a “Designated Driver” price of $10 per ticket (available at the door) to encourage attendees to be responsible.  There are many transportation options in Atlantic City and surrounding areas – jitneys, cabs,  as well as New Jersey Transit train arriving directly in the Atlantic City Convention Center (see www.njtransit.com for a Train Schedule) This is one of the reasons why the Atlantic City Convention Center makes for a perfect home for the “The Celebration of The Suds.”

Festival Sessions and times
Atlantic City Beer Festival Session #1 Friday March 30th 7pm to 11pm (last call 10:45pm)
Atlantic City Beer Festival Session #2 Saturday March 31st 12pm to 4pm (last call 3:45pm)
Atlantic City Beer Festival Session #3 Saturday march 31st 6pm to 10pm (last call 9:45pm)
 
Tickets are available online at www.acbeerfest.com  or Ticketmaster.com for $50 in advance (fees apply) $55 at the door or Joe Canals on Fire Road in Northfield or Black Horse Pike in Egg Harbor Township for $50 (no group discounts available). For group sales call 609.348.7023.

Bally’s Atlantic City will play as the official Host Hotel of the 2012 Atlantic City Beer and Festival  Offering specially rates to festival attendees.  Go to www.acbeerfest.com and click the Bally’s link at the bottom of the page.

We ask all attendees to taste responsibly.  Please know your limits. No one under the age of 21 will be admitted to the show. Valid photo identification must be presented.

Get ready to discover beer and music at the 2012 Atlantic City Beer and Music Festival presented by 100.7 WZXL.

2nd Annual Atlantic City Boardwalk Rodeo

March 30 - April 1 , 2012  |  $16.00 - $102.00  |  Boardwalk Hall  |  609.348.7000  |  acboardwalkrodeo.com

In more than 2 ½ hours of non-stop rodeo action, fans will witness all the events of the rodeo scene. From the thrilling bareback, tie down and team roping events, to the electrifying saddle bronc, steer wrestling, barrel racing and bull riding events, the action takes place from one end of the arena to the other!

Tickets are $16, $31, $51 and $102. Family four-packs are $79 and include 4 tickets; 4 hot dogs and 4 soft drinks (must be purchased in advance). There is a $5 discount on $31 and $51 seats for groups of 10 or more. Two complimentary tickets are available for each block of 40 tickets sold. Call 348-7021 for groups.

Barnes PRCA Rodeo Company has been going down the rodeo trail for more than 60 years and will bring the biggest rodeo on the East Coast back to Atlantic City.

For information about Barnes PRCA Rodeo, visit barnesprcarodeo.com. For information on the PRCA, visit prorodeo.com.

Ocean City Doo Dah Parade

April 14, 2012  |  12:00 PM to 1:00 PM  |  Free Event  |  Ocean City Boardwalk  |  609.525.9300

Say goodbye to tax season with this comedy parade complete with over 500 basset hounds. 12 noon on Asbury Avenue from 6th Street to 12th Street and then up to the Boardwalk ending at the Music Pier. Pieasco follows parade – mass pie in the face extravaganza!

Ocean City's parade is billed as a salute to humor and comedy, featuring impersonators of Groucho Marx, Charlie Chaplin, Marilyn Monroe, Elvis Presley, Abbott & Costello and many other classic movie stars. Celebrity comedians and TV stars have served as Grand Marshall in this parade, including Joan Rivers, Joe Franklin, Larry Storch, Mickey Rooney, Soupy Sales, Bill Dana, Captain Noah and many others. After his grand marshall appearance, legendary kids' TV host Soupy Sales became a regular guest at DooDah and following the parade, was honored by presiding over the "Pieasco" in which participants are invited to toss shaving cream pies at each other, just like the ones Soupy got hit with on his classic show. All parade participants receive a free commemorative t-shirt and hot dog courtesy of sponsor Dietz & Watson.

Other parade regulars include "Trash Buster" (played by chief DooDah organizer Mark Soifer from Ocean City's Community Affairs department), "Underdog Lady" Suzanne Muldowny, the "Wizard of Odd", the Pitman NJ Hobo Band, kids radio host Kathy O'Connell, and hundreds of dogs taking part in the annual Bassett Hound Waddle as part of the weekend's festivities. Also appearing are the costume character host and friends of the New York City cable & Internet TV show "Rapid T. Rabbit and Friends".

The parade recognizes those who support humor and entertainment that appear in the DooDah Parade by giving out award plaques in a ceremony at the Music Pier immediately at the conclusion of the march. The "Golden Hot Dog" award is given to those entertainers from the NJ/PA/NY area. The "Double Doggy DooDah Glutton-For-Punishment Award" is given to anyone who appears in the Ocean City Parade after being in any other DooDah Parade elsewhere in the country. Rapid T. Rabbit was the first such award recipient in 1995 after having marched in the Pasadena parade in the early 90s, and has also since appeared in the parades at Columbus, Ohio and Illion NY.

11th Annual Patti McWalk

April 15, 2012  |  12:00 PM  |  $10.00 - $20.00  |  Lucy the Elephant  |  southjerseycancerfund.org

The 11th Annual Patti McWalk will be held Sunday, April 15th at Lucy The Elephant in Margate! 12:00 PM sign ups, walk begins at 1:00 PM, followed by a huge party at Maynard’s Cafe with music, food, door prizes, a 50 /50, kids games, face painting and FUN $20 donation for Adults, $10 for children, kids under 12 free! 100% of the proceeds benefit The South Jersey Cancer Fund. For more info contact Lisa 609.822.8423 or Andrea 609.822.4220.

The South Jersey Cancer Fund provides direct assistance to cancer patients for prescriptions, medical supplies, food supplements, prosthesis, transportation costs, respite care, special equipment, COBRA payments, utilities, etc. When insurance coverage is insufficient, cost of this type can be financially devestating to the patients as well as their families.

Over 95% of all funds raised go directly to patient needs. Monies come from direct contributions, individual memorials, and fund raisers throughout the year. Thanks to our supporters, we have been able to provide aid for thousands of cancer patients over the years.

Cape May Spring Festival

April 27 - May 6, 2012  |  Call for Ticket Prices  |  Various Cape May Locations  |  capemaymac.org

Had enough of Old Man Winter? Ready for some spring blossoms and warm sunshine? Leave the cold behind and come to Victorian Cape May, the nation's first seaside resort, alive with activity and blooming with beauty during Spring Festival. If you're like us, you're happy to pack away the heavy sweaters and turn your face to the sun.... do a little shopping at our crafts and antiques shows, explore the town's Historic District and gorgeous gardens, visit a vineyard and sip a glass of wine, dine with murder and mystery.... welcome Spring in Cape May!

Click for the the Spring Festival's Calendar of Tours & Events for 2012.

The Cape May Spring Festival is co-sponsored by the Mid-Atlantic Center for the Arts & Humanities (MAC) & the Chamber of Commerce of Greater Cape May.

Somers Point Bayfest 2012

April 28, 2012  |  10:00 AM to 5:00 PM  |  Free Event  |  Historic Bay Avenue in Somers Point  |  Website

Get ready for the 2012 Somers Point Bayfest! April 28th, 2012. This will be the 23rd annual City of Somers Point Bayfest Celebration. Mark your calendars now! You'll be sure to enjoy yourself as you stroll down beautiful Historic Bay Avenue. Throughout the day, local residents and visitors alike will enjoy all that Bayfest offers. With over 14 blocks to stroll, over 120 crafters, 38 food vendors, 15 children activities, 4 live musical bands, and bicycle and kayak giveaways, there will certainly something for everybody.

The Somers Point Bayfest is now the largest, single day festival in South Jersey. For many, Bayfest is now a family tradition. For others, who have just discovered the Somers Point Bayfest, it will be a must do for 2012.

The Shore Thing Band will be performing at the Beach. Bound by Nothing will be performing at the North End, while North Star will be at the South End. And Captain Black will be playing across from Doc's.

If you missed last year’s Bayfest, plan on attending in 2012. Mark your calendars now!

The event takes place on Historic Bay Avenue in Somers Point, conveniently located near the Atlantic City Expressway and Garden State Parkway, and just minutes from Ocean City.

32nd Annual Stockton College Scholarship Benefit Gala

April 28, 2012  |  6:30 PM  |  $225.00 Per Person  |  Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa  |  stockton.edu

Although the exact date, time and venue haven't been finalized yet, Stockton College’s 32nd Annual Scholarship Benefit Gala will most likely take place at Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa on Saturday, April 28, 2012.

Program:
6:30 PM - Cocktails and Silent Auction in the Event Center
8:00 PM - Dinner (Silent Auction continues)
9:00 PM  - Performance by TBA

To register for this fundraising event online,  click here.

The Richard Stockton College of New Jersey Foundation was established in 1972 by friends of the College to provide for the financial needs of Stockton College. The College Foundation has been designated by the Board of Trustees of Stockton College to solicit, receive, hold and manage funds and property on behalf of the College.

The Annual Fund is the annual giving campaign of the Stockton College Foundation. This fund is designated to provide donors with the opportunity to make unrestricted gifts that provide reliable funds that enable the College to place resources where they are most immediately needed or where opportunities are the greatest.

2012 ACUA Earth Day Festival

April 29, 2012  |  10:00 AM to 4:00 PM  |  Atlantic County Utilities Authority  |  acua.com

For the past 21 years, the Atlantic County Utilities Authority has set aside a special day to bring our community together and celebrate our Earth. The festival historically draws a crowd of nearly 4,000 people of all ages who have one common goal: to have fun and help make a positive change for the future of our environment.

The theme of the 2012 Earth Day Festival continues to be a Sustainable Future.  Sustainability is a simple idea. In a sustainable world, society's demand on nature is in balance with nature's capacity to meet that demand. ACUA hopes to bring attention to this concept and our collective need to wisely utilize and conserve resources today, in order to provide for the needs of future generations.

Event highlights for the day include magic shows, guided nature and birding hikes on the park’s 1.5 mile nature trail and live animal shows.  Live entertainment will be ongoing throughout the day at various locations and don’t miss the educational workshops at the amphitheater.

Visitors will be able to tour the Jersey-Atlantic Wind Farm, waste water treatment facility and the solar project in Atlantic City.  In addition to new events and programs, everyone’s favorites are still here to enjoy.  Eco-hayride tours are always a perennial favorite and don’t forget to take your picture with Supercan!

Arrive early and participate in a 5K Race or a 1 mile Fun Run for runners of all ages and levels.  The Fun Run begins at 8:30 AM, followed by the 5K at 9:00 AM.  The first 100 registrants will also receive a free t-shirt.  Proceeds from last year’s races were made to the American Heart Association.  The registration form can be found here.

Seaport Founder's Day

April 29, 2012  |  10:00 AM to 4:00 PM  |  Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum  |  tuckertonseaport.org

Experience the Tuckerton Seaport again! Join us during our open house and see what is new at the Seaport. Refreshments, food, giveaways, door prizes, raffles, tours, boat rides and lots of fun. Free event..

Once known as the Barnegat Bay Decoy and Baymen’s Museum, the Tuckerton Seaport has evolved into a maritime village located along historic Tuckerton Creek in Tuckerton, New Jersey.  Tuckerton Seaport’s 40-acre site includes 17 historic and recreated buildings connected by a boardwalk, a maritime forest and wetlands nature trail, two houseboats, a decoy gallery, a working boatworks building in which restoration of sneakbox designs of the Barnegat Bay occurs, a historic marine railway (currently under reconstruction), decoy carving workshops and the recreated Tucker’s Island Lighthouse.  Daily demonstrators and traditional artists bring the Jersey Shore’s rich maritime heritage to life.

It is 30 miles from Atlantic City to Tuckerton (approximately a 45 minute drive).  The Tuckerton Seaport & Baymen's Museum is located at 120 W Main Street in Tuckerton.

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