Don't miss the 10th annual Shirley Mae Run/Walk with 5k runs and 1.5 mile walk this year on Saturday, May 12 at the Atlantic City Boardwalk at the TROPICANA!  A new home for Shirley Mae Run/Walk. Established in 2000, the Shirley Mae Breast Cancer Assistance Fund benefits breast cancer patients in southeastern New Jersey. To apply for free assistance or to make a donation, call 609-822-7172 or logon to www.shirleymaefund.org. 100 percent of the proceeds will assist people of all ages who have been diagnosed with breast cancer.

If you can hold a tight line, the LIBT wants you -- whether you are an angler, boat owner, volunteer or sponsor. The Ladies Invitational Bluefish Tournament raises money for the AtlantiCare Mobile Mammography Unit. This years tournament is on June 17th, 2012.  Call Kim Kirk at (609) 412-0641 or Cathy Stanley at (610) 212-1687or e-mail fishlibt@hotmail.com.

Court Appointed Special Advocates of Atlantic and Cape May Counties and its trained volunteers speak on behalf of abused and neglected children in the foster care system and are dedicated to ensuring these children are placed in safe permanent homes as quickly as possible. For more information on volunteering or donating, log onto www.atlanticcapecasa.org.

The Toys for Kids Program collects toys throughout the year and distributes to children in Atlantic County, especially around the holidays. If you'd like to help support the cause, log onto ToysforKidsProgram.org for more information or purchase a page(s) in the 2012 Toys for Kids Holiday Coloring/Activity book. Contact Greg DePiano at 609-226-1560 for more info!

Don't miss The Press of Atlantic City's MEN R COOKIN', presented by 100.7 WZXL on 2/ 23 at the Pool at Harrahs. See local celebrities, business owners and dignitaries cook up their favorite dishes as you taste test them. Purchase tickets prior to or at the door. The Mission of the Boys and Girls Club is to enable all young people, especially those who need us most, to reach their full potential as productive, caring, responsible citizens. Anyone between the ages of 6 and 18 who is in the first through 12th grade can join the club for only $10 per year. Stop by the Club and meet the staff. For more information, call us at (609) 347-2697. 

The Dean Randazzo Cancer Foundation is named for cancer survivor and professional surfer Dean Randazzo. It was created 10 years ago when Randazzo was diagnosed with Hodgkins Lymphoma, a cancer of the lymph nodes.  Since successfully battling the disease three times, Dean continues his competitive professional surfing career, proudly representing the Garden State all over the world. This foundation raises money for cancer research and awareness and assists individuals SOUTH JERSEY battling cancer both financially and emotionally.  To date, they have donated over $100,000.00 to worthy beneficiaries who fit these criteria.  "Surf for a Cause" is held every September. It includes a amateur and professional surf contest, a four person team co-ed volleyball tournament, 5K Beach Run, 1 Mile Beach Walk and lots of other fun at the beach.

United Way of Atlantic County serves the needs of the local community, by targeting core areas of need and mobilizing resources. United Way serves as a catalyst for community advancement by connecting a diverse set of individuals, institutions and organizations to research, identify and implement problem-solving initiatives within the local community. United Way facilitates these activities and objectives by providing financial support through various fund raising efforts and grant opportunities. All proceeds from Tropicana's Taste of the Quarter event Sept. 8 benefit the United Way of Atlantic County.

Along with orgainizing Somers Point Bayfest every April, each year, the Bayfest Committee uses proceeds from the event to fund special projects for the residents of Somers Point. Recent contributions include the installation of new playground equipment at the public beach, and the installation of beautiful banners adorning Historic Bay Avenue. Improvements to Bud Kern Field, donations the Mainland Region High School Commutation Arts Department, just to name a few. To become a volunteer at this year's event, send an email with contact information to somerspointbayfest@comcast.net

The Hansen House mission is to treat, in a residential setting, those who suffer from alcoholism and/or drug addiction by providing counseling, discussion groups, job placement, living skills, 12-step meetings and other assistance designed to guide residents to recovery. Serenity House for Women and The Randy Scarborough House for Men are transitional sober-living homes in South Jersey. Residents live in a supportive, drug-and-alcohol-free environment while learning how to become responsible members of the community in order to live full and happy lives in recovery.

Upgrade your career while serving your country in the Air Force Reserve.  For information, call (800) 257-1212 or visit www.afreserve.com.

After headlining Bike Bash 2011 & sharing the stage with Bruce Springsteen, John Eddie has a new album out, "Same Old Brand New Me." His CD release show is 2/11 at the Stone Pony in Asbury Park! Doors at 7:30pm. Tickets are $17 in advance, $20 at the door. This is an all ages show. Check out the promo vid for the new album here!

Featuring some of the top teams on the East Coast, the Battle by the Bay Basketball Classic is held at the Atlantic City High School sports complex 2/3-2/5. Tickets prices are $7.00 per session, and can be purchased @ Sonny’s Barbershop, Omar & Abdullah’s Hair Bazaar, Casel’s Market, Sack’o Sub locations, and Atlantic City & Pleasantville High Schools. Visit http://www.acbattlebythebay.com/ for more info!

The Cupid's Chase 5k takes place in 25 cities in 10 states! Registration begins at 8am, 5k starts at 10am. Race location: 1st Ave & 96th St, Stone Harbor, NJ 08247. Pre-registration is available online at active.com

Celebrate Valentine's Day with your sweetheart at the Delta Sweetheart Ball fundraiser for scholarship to students. Hosted by the Atlantic City Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. Saturday February 11 at Trump Taj Mahal, 9pm - 2 am. Featuring live DJ music entertainment, buffet dinner and cash bar! Tickets are $60 per person. For tickets, please call 609-641-5905or 609-348-9293.

Lauren needs YOU! Lauren is a 17-year old student at Pinelands Regional High School and has been diagnosed with leukemia. Her friends and family are holding a marrow donor drive to help find matches for Lauren and others, and they’re asking the community to respond. The drive is scheduled for Saturday 2/11 at the American Legion at 420 Radio Road in Little Egg Harbor from 10am – 4pm. Contact Christian Montgomery, DKMS donor recruiter (212)209-6720 or christian@dkmsamericas.org

Don't miss the 11th annual “Men R’ Cookin,” 2/23 at the Pool at Harrahs.  See Joe and Scott alongside students from the Academy of Culinary Arts at ACCC. Buy tickets, sponsor or sign up as a chef! Benefits the Boys & Girls Club of Atlantic City.

Come out to the Susan Tharp Benefit on 2/18 6-9pm at the Scullville Fire House! There will be a buffet dinner and dessert plus wine and beer, music by the Gene Kirby band. Tickets will be sold at the door at $20 for adults and $10 for kids. For more info, please contact George or NaDean Wristbridge at 609-927-1984 or Ng5368@live.com. The benefit will help defray the expences from Susan’s recent heart transplant.

It's no joke, we are proud to support the event which includes a 7k, 11k or half marathon on the Atlantic City Boardwalk on April Fools Day as part of the Atlantic City Marathon Series. Register for the run, sponsor or volunteer by clicking here.

The New Jersey Army National Guard OCS Class is holding their annual 5k memorial run/walk for Sergeant Sam Nutter on Sunday May 13, 2012 at the New Jersey National Guard Training Center at 35 Camp Drive, Sea Girt 08750. The event will start at 8:00 A.M. and end approximately at 1:00 P.M. All proceeds will go to a National Guard Family in need! Visit nutterrun.org for more info!