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Il Divo in Atlantic City
Who Are They: Simon Cowell first rounded up the four classically trained singers who would become Il Divo in 2004. At first, they struggled to find a musical niche, with their pop songs performed in an operatic style, but the group has since sold more than 22 million records after touring with Barbra Streisand in 2006.
What To Expect: Il Divo's members come from almost every corner of the globe. David Miller is a tenor from America, Urs Buhler is a tenor from Switzerland, Carlos Marin is a Spanish baritone and Sebastien Izambard is a French pop singer. All four members had professional careers in opera or popular music before they were chosen by Cowell. The songs on their most recent album, "The Promise," are distinctly pop, with songs by ABBA and Frankie Goes to Hollywood. But they are sung in Il Divo's own operatic style.
Event Info: The show begins at
9 p.m. in the Event Center at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa in Atlantic City. Tickets are $75, $125, $150 and $195, and are available at the Borgata box office or from ComcastTix at 800-298-4200 or www.theborgata.com
Michael Jackson tribute at Boogie Nights
What Is It: Since his death last week, people and venues the world over have been paying tribute to Michael Jackson. This weekend it's time for Boogie Nights - the popular 1970s and '80s themed dance club at Resorts Atlantic City - to stage its own event to mark the passing of "The King of Pop." Jackson's music has always figured prominently in the club's soundtrack, so expect to hear lots of it tonight and Saturday night.
What To Expect: Having fun is the point at Boogie Nights, so don't expect too somber an evening.
"At Boogie Nights, we live in the 1970s and 1980s. Even though he passed in 2009, it never goes past 1989 at Boogie Nights. We're not the real world. He lives on forever," is how club producer Dave Pena explained plans for the weekend. Count on having the chance to dance to songs from throughout Jackson's career as well as disco-era tunes from other artists. The mix also will include some record quotes from Jackson as well as his music videos. A surprise guest will be on hand, and - be warned - expect at least a fan or two to attempt to moonwalk.
Event Info: Boogie Nights is located inside Resorts Atlantic City. The party begins at 9 p.m. tonight and Saturday. Cover charge is $10 tonight, $15 Saturday. Call 800-336-6378.
The Wallflowers at Borgata
Who Are They: The Wallflowers entered the music world in the post-grunge roots-rock revival. Jakob Dylan, singer, songwriter, guitarist and son of legendary rocker Bob Dylan, led the band through five album releases and a Top 10 spot on the pop charts during its 13 year career.
What To Expect: The band is a descendant of the likes of Tom Petty and Bruce Springsteen but its sound is unmistakably its own. Fans can expect to hear hits such as "One Headlight," "The Difference" and "6th Avenue Heartache." The band also is releasing a greatest hits album with two unreleased tracks that will drop later this year.
Event Info: The show begins at 9 p.m. at the Borgata Hotel Casino & Spa Music Box. Tickets are $35 and are available at the Borgata box office or from ComcastTix at 800-298-4200 or www.theborgata.com
Freedom Festival and Craft Show in Wildwood
What Is It: Independence Day is a chance to remember and celebrate the winning of America's freedom during the American Revolution. Commemorate the occasion by joining this day-long festival in Wildwood.
What To Expect: During the day enjoy live entertainment, arts and crafts vendors, children's activities and food. Then, celebrate America's freedom with a free night of Bruce Springsteen music with the B Street Band, the original tribute band to the Boss, followed by a fireworks show.
Event Info: The festival begins at 9 a.m. and lasts until 5 p.m. at Rambler Road and Ocean Avenue in Wildwood Crest. At 7 p.m., the Bruce Springsteen tribute begins at the Fern Road Fitness Park and lasts until 9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at 10 p.m. The festival, concert and fireworks are all free.
Casinos
Yesterday - A Tribute to the Beatles, Tropicana, Liverpool Club in North Tower, 8:30 p.m. $25. 609-340-4020.
Kozak the Magician, Tropicana, Comedy Stop, 6 p.m. $23. 609-348-0920.
Carnival of Wonders starring Kalin, Jinger & Hobson, Trump Plaza, Theatre, 9 p.m. $25. 609-441-6000.
Cirque Dreams Pandemonia, Trump Taj Mahal, Xanadu, 9 p.m. $25, $35. 609-449-5150.
A Bronx Tale Starring Chazz Palminteri, Harrah's, The Concert Venue, 9 p.m. $40, $55, $65. 800-2-HARRAH.
"Hypno-Sterical" with Joe Boccuti, Trump Marina, Shell, 9 p.m. $22.50. 877-4-R-SHOWS.
The Doobie Brothers, 9 p.m. Tropicana, Showroom, $35, $45, $55, $75. 609-340-4020.
Clutch, Showboat, House of Blues, 7 p.m. $25, $28.50. 800-736-1420.
Monsters of Classic Rock, Atlantic City Hilton, The Theater, 8 p.m. $15. 609-340-7160.
Comedy
Mike Moorse, Marty Rackham, John Pizzi, Borgata Comedy Club, the Music Box, 9 p.m., $20.
Kevin Downey Jr., Jay Black, Tropicana, Comedy Stop, The Quarter, 9 and 11:15 p.m., $23.
Events
Cape May Designer Show House, Carpenter Cottage at 511 Franklin St., self-guided tours 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and 7 to 9 p.m., $20 adults, $15 children, combination tours with breakfast, lunch and dinner packages available. 609-884-5404.
Sports Card, Comic Book, Beanie and Toy Expo, 3 to 9 p.m., Convention Center, 4501 Boardwalk, Wildwood, free admission.
Music
The Shakes, 7 p.m., Rhythm in the Park concert series, Tony Canale Park Amphitheater, off Dogwood Avenue, Egg Harbor Township, free. 609-272-8120.
Hawkins Road with Danny Eyer, 7 to 9 p.m., William Morrow municipal beach, New Jersey and Bay avenues, Somers Point, beach concert series, free, bring beach chair or blanket. 609-927-2053.
Theater
"Ragtime," musical, 8 p.m., Surflight Theater, Engleside and Beach avenues, Beach Haven, $30 adults, $20 children. 609-492-9477.
"Alice on the Edge," 8:30 p.m., East Lynne Theater Company at The First Presbyterian Church, 500 Hughes St., Cape May, $28 general, $23 seniors and those with disabilities and their support companions, $13 students, free for children age 12 and younger. 609-884-5898.
"Say Goodnight Gracie," 8 p.m., comedy, Cape May Stage, Robert Shackleton Playhouse, Bank and Lafayette streets, Cape May, $35 adults, $25 seniors, $12.50 children. 609-884-1341.
Nightlife
32 Degrees Luxe Lounge, The Quarter, Tropicana, Atlantic City, 609-348-6700 - DJ Rico, 10 p.m.
A Dam Good Sports Bar, Tropicana, Atlantic City, 609-347-7770 - House DJ, 10 p.m.
Bikini Beach Bar, Bally's and the Boardwalk, Atlantic City, 609-340-6983 - The Exceptions, 7 p.m.; DJ Danski, 11 p.m.
Bobby Dee's Rock'n Chair Restaurant, 2409 Dune Drive, Avalon, 609-967-3300 - Mike LeCompt, 9 p.m.
The Boiler Room, Congress Hall, Washington Street Mall, Cape May, 609-884-8421 - Exit Zero '80s Night, 9 p.m.
The Brown Room, Congress Hall, Washington Street Mall, Cape May, 609-884-8421 - Don Shaw, 6 p.m.; Ann Oswald, 8 p.m.
Buckalew's Restaurant and Tavern, 101 N. Bay Ave., Beach Haven, 609-492-1065 - Diablo Sandwich, 9:30 p.m.
C5, The Chelsea, Atlantic City, 800-548-3030 - David Rush of Shooting Star and Jamie Drastik, music by DJ Los, 10 p.m.
The Deck, Trump Marina, Atlantic City, 609-441-2000 - Don't Call Me Francis, 7:30 p.m.
Dog Tooth Bar and Grill, 100 E. Taylor Ave., Wildwood, 609-522-8383 - Name That Tune with Bill Caterini, 8 p.m.
Eden Lounge, Harrah's, Atlantic City, 609-441-5165 - Keith Lewis and The Shift, 8 p.m.; Love Puppies, midnight.
Gypsy Bar, Borgata, Atlantic City, 609-317-1000 - Fuzzy Bunny Slippers, 9 p.m.; Head Tripp, 11 p.m.
Joe Pop's Shore Bar, 2002 Long Beach Blvd., Ship Bottom, 609-494-0558 - The Nerds, 9 p.m.
JP Prime, 206 Olde New Jersey Ave., Wildwood, 609-729-4141 - Live jazz with Lois Smith and Bill McGrady, 7 p.m.
Kelly's Cafe, 4400 Atlantic Ave., Wildwood, 609-522-6817 - Mike Curly and Vince Schneider, 9 p.m.
La Costa Lounge, 40th Street and Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, 609-263-3756 - Split Decision, 9 p.m.
Merion Inn, 106 Decatur St., Cape May, 609-884-8363 - George Mesterhazy, 5:30 p.m.
Nardi's, 11801 Long Beach Blvd., Beach Haven, 609-492-9538 - Monkey Bus, 10 p.m.
Ocean Drive, Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, 609-263-1000 - Matty Q, 4 p.m.; Burnt Sienna and Liquid A, 9 p.m.
The Princeton Inn, 2008 Dune Drive, Avalon, 215-725-8681 - Sub G, 9 p.m.
Providence, The Quarter, Tropicana, Atlantic City, 609-345-7800 - DJ Jason Smith, 10 p.m.
The Rusty Nail, Congress Hall, Washington Street Mall, Cape May, 609-884-8421 - Grand re-opening of the Rusty Nail with Tru Buddahs and Cwik Brothers, 9:30 p.m.
Springfield Inn, 43rd Street and Pleasure Avenue, Sea Isle City, 609-263-4951 - Matt Santry Band and Drop Dead Sexy, 9 p.m.
Steve and Cookie's, 9700 Amherst Ave., Margate, 609-823-1163 - Lew London and Chris Sooy, 7 p.m.
Surf City Hotel, Eighth Street and Long Beach Boulevard, Surf City, 609-494-7281 - Shorty Long, 10 p.m.
Tango's Lounge, The Quarter, Tropicana, Atlantic City, 609-340-4000 - Angela Seeger, 7 p.m.; Beth Tinnon, 11 p.m.
The Wave, Trump Marina, Atlantic City, 609-441-8511 - Back In The Day Party with DJ Jim Stritch, 9 p.m.
The Windrift, 80th Street and the beach, Avalon, 609-368-5175 - Back 2 Life, 5 p.m.; Darin McDonald in the Piano Bar, 6 p.m.; Secret Service and DJ Radar, 9 p.m.
Xhibition Bar, Harrah's, Atlantic City, 800-242-7724 - DJ 9 p.m.
Ballyhoos, Cape May Grand Hotel, Beach and Philadelphia Avenues, 609-884-5611 - DJ, 9 p.m.
Bullshots Pizza Pub, 2309 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City, 609-344-0055 - Ladies Night with Cosmo and other martini specials.
Cabanas Beach Bar and Grill, Beach and Decatur avenues, Cape May, 609-884-4800 - Hippie Hours, 5 p.m.; Star 69, 8 p.m.
The Ebbitt Room and The Virginia Hotel, Congress Hall, Washington Street Mall, Cape May, 609-884-8421 - Paul Sottile, 6:30 p.m.
Fuze Restaurant, Third Avenue and 79th Street, Avalon, 609-368-1919 - Piano, 6 p.m.
Girasole Ristorante, 3108 Pacific Ave., Atlantic City, 609-345-5554 - Skyy Nights featuring special Skyy Vodka rinks, signature appetizers and Italian house music, 9 p.m.
Irish Pub, 164 St. James Place, Atlantic City, 609-345-9613 - DJ Fran, 9 p.m.
Keenan's Irish Pub, 113 Olde New Jersey Ave., North Wildwood, 609-729-3344 - Double Trouble, 6 p.m.; Juliano Brothers, 6 p.m.; DJ Teek, 9 p.m.
Kix McNutley's Bar, 63rd Street and Landis Avenue, Sea Isle City, 609-263-7286 - Eclipse, 5 p.m.; Rob Dunleavy at the Pentagon Outside Bar, 5 p.m.; Karaoke, 9 p.m.
LUNA, 3800 Pacific Ave., Wildwood - Freaky Fridays and DJ Jimmy J, 9 p.m.
Ma France Creperie, 506 9th St., Ocean City, 609-399-9955 - Music night, 6 p.m.
Shenanigans, 3815 Landis Ave., Sea Isle City, 609-263-3900 - DJ Mike Alba, 9 p.m.
Sofia, 9314 Amherst Ave., Margate, 609-822-9111 - Live music, 8 p.m.
Tre Figlio Restaurant, 500 W. White Horse Pike, Pomona, 609-965-3303 - Live piano player, 7 p.m.
Tuckahoe Inn, Route 9, Tuckahoe, 609-390-3322 - Mighty Parrots on the Back Bay Cafe, 7 p.m.
Barista's Coffee House, 68 Jimmie Leeds Road, Suite 14, Galloway Township, 609-568-5519 - The Michael Pedicin Quartet, 7 p.m.
Bernardi's Restaurant and Lounge, 140 E. Wheat Road, Vineland 856-696-1461 - DJ Dancin' Doug, 9 p.m.
Bogart's Books, 210 N. High St., Millville, 856-327-3714 - Tom Moran, 5 p.m.; Randy and Ryan, 7 p.m.
Bojo's Ale House, 222 High St., Millville, 856-327-8011 - TBA, 8 p.m.
Brain Church, 129 N. High St., Millville, 856-825-4738 - Live music by Ryan Quinn and Robert Price, 7 p.m.
Bridgewater Pub, 22 S. Laurel St., Bridgeton, 856-455-9551 - Rein, 9 p.m.
Bulldog's Bar and Grill, 743 White Horse Pike, Cologne, 609-965-4433 - DJ Dance Party hosted by J2 Productions, 10 p.m.
Caffrey's Tavern Steakhouse, 440 Route 9 South, Forked River, 609-693-6613 - Mas Mojo, 9 p.m.
Chickie's and Pete's, 6055 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, 609-272-1930 - Independence Day with 610 WIP FM broadcast, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; the "Geater with the Heater" Jerry Blavat, 5 p.m.
The Dockside Grille, The Inn at Sugar Hill, 5704 Mays Landing Road, Mays Landing, 609-625-2226 - Pauline Bennick Jazz Duo at the Inn, 7 p.m.; Hampton Wick, 8 p.m.
Formica Brother's Bakery, 200 N. Tilton Road, Kensington Square Shopping Center, Northfield, 609-646-6565 - Live music, 7 p.m.
Fred and Ethel's Lantern Light Tavern, Route 9 and Moss Mill Road, Smithville, 609-652-0544 - Jesse, 7 p.m.
Library III Restaurant and Cocktail Lounge, 6605 Black Horse Pike, Egg Harbor Township, 609-645-7655 - Acoustic Fish, 7 p.m.
Mangia by the Greens, 3016 Ocean Heights Ave., Egg Harbor Township, 609-926-3900 - DJ, 8 p.m.
Merighi's Savoy Inn, 4940 Landis Ave., Vineland, 856-691-8051 - Friday Night Flashback in the Savoy Bistro with DJ Nicky G, no cover, reservations suggested, 9 p.m. to midnight.
The Rail, Route 40 and Cedar Avenue, Richland, 856-697-RAIL - Bill Henderson, 9 p.m.
Ram's Head Inn, White Horse Pike, Absecon, 609-652-1700 - Johnny Arnett, 5 p.m.
Sea Oaks Golf Club, 99 Golf View Drive, Little Egg Harbor Township, 609-296-2656 - House DJ, 9 p.m.
Testa's Good Guys Pub, 5698 Somers Point-Mays Landing Road, Mays Landing, 609-625-1926 - DJ Dance Party with DJ Sonny, 10 p.m.
Toad Fish Bar & Grill, 222 Bridgeton-Fairton Road, Bridgeton, 856-455-1300 - DJ Greg Fink, 9:30 p.m.
W.L. Goodfellows and Co., 310 E. White Horse Pike, Absecon, 609-652-1942 - Karaoke, 8 p.m.
Nature
Cape May Bird Observatory, N.J. Audubon's Research & Education Center, Route 47, Middle Township, and Northwood Center, Lily Lake, Cape May Point, Cape May Migratory Bird Refuge, 6:30 p.m. to dusk, at lot on Sunset Boulevard, $10. 609-861-0700 or njaudubon.org
Cape May Point State Park, bird walk 9 a.m.; bay seining 1 p.m., free, starting at the park office or museum. 609-884-2159.
Nature Center of Cape May, beachcombing, 8:30 a.m., 2nd Street pavilion, $10 adults, $5 children. 898-8848.
Posted in Life on Friday, July 3, 2009 5:45 am Updated: 6:32 am.
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