Dear Readers,

It is hard to believe we have reached our Endless Summer issue and the final Sea Isle Times of the 2026 season. It has been a wonderful summer in Sea Isle City, filled with beautiful beach days, busy streets, familiar faces, and so many of the traditions that make summers here special.

Sitting there on a coffee table inside a cozy home in Ocean City is an elegant little book, “Enjoy Your Self Now!” The elegance is obvious by the simple attention to detail in everything from the cover to the tastefully colored edges of the 352 pages.

In 2012, Reenie and the late John Kropp of West Chester, Pa., began vacationing in Sea Isle City with their daughter Colleen and their son Jack. Jack is differently abled and uses a wheelchair.

Alot can change in a year. That couldn’t be truer for local country music singer Colin Lynch. Last summer, Lynch attended Barefoot Country Music Fest in Wildwood as a fan, buying his tickets with the money he’d made playing local bar gigs.

As another school year begins, many students are lamenting the end of the summer season and the schoolwork that’s coming their way. Meanwhile, many adults are reminiscing about their own school experiences and the individuals they encountered throughout their educational journey – including the teachers and faculty members who made positive impacts on their lives.

And that’s a wrap! Another summer season is in the books. We’ve certainly enjoyed our share of sunny, steamy, spectacular days, but I’ll say what I say every year at this time: September is simply the best.

SEPTEMBER 7
Pose for Peace, 7:30-8:30am, JFK Boulevard Beach, njbeachyoga.com

Join NJ Beach Yoga for its 14th annual Labor Day Pose for Peace. During this event, yogis will form a human peace sign while sharing waves of peaceful yoga on the beach.

Back to School/Fall Fashion

The summer is winding down, and the fall season is approaching. With fall comes cooler weather, shorter days, and the start of a new school year. Check out our list of items from local stores to help you get prepared for the new season.

SICBP MEMBERS HONORED; FAMILY DONATES DEFIBRILLATORS

Members of the Sea Isle City Beach Patrol who helped save Tara Himmelreich’s life on Aug. 10, 2025, were honored during the City Council meeting July 28. Mayor Leonard Desiderio presented plaques to EMTs Eric Greensmith, Mike McCormick, Matt Pytel, Tim Quinn and Dan Stearne, senior guard Grace Gehman, and junior guard Avery Lasky.

Sea Isle City’s restaurant scene continues to grow and change each year. A new spot has been brought to Landis Avenue by the owners of Cafe 4109. As its first summer comes to a close, take the time to learn about the story behind Surf Shack Kitchen and what it has brought to the Sea Isle City community.