Get ready for the "Toy Story RV" to roll onto the Ocean City Boardwalk full of fun this Friday. (Photo courtesy City of Ocean City)
Parents and kids who grew up with Buzz Lightyear, Woody and the “Toy Story” gang will be excited to know that a “Toy Story 4”-themed RV will be on the Ocean City Boardwalk in front of the Music Pier from 4:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Friday, June 14.
The RV will feature photo opportunities for fans, film-themed prizes, carnival games and lots of family-friendly fun.
Local “Toy Story” fans are invited to take part in the activities. Two film ambassadors will be on hand to share details about favorite characters – Woody, Buzz and Bo Peep -- as well as new characters coming to the big screen, such as Ducky and Duke Caboom.
The “Toy Story 4” Summer Road Trip is traveling coast-to-coast this summer to generate excitement surrounding the June 21 opening of the Disney/Pixar movie.
The fully-wrapped RV will hit 20 cities, including Los Angeles, Dallas, Miami, Atlanta, Philadelphia, Boston, Chicago and Denver. The movie follows the adventures that ensue when Bonnie takes the toys on her family’s road trip.
Restaurant Week in Ocean City runs through June 14.
RESTAURANT WEEK CONTINUES THROUGH FRIDAY
Restaurant Week offers a great chance to sample new Ocean City dining options or to get great prices at favorite spots. Participating restaurants offer special fixed-price options, usually for two. This year’s specials run through Friday, June 14. Restaurants and specials are listed at eatinocnj.com.
NEW BAYFRONT EVENT PLANNED FOR JUNE 22
The inaugural Bayside Family Day is planned for 11:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 22 at the bayfront park at Second Street and Bay Avenue.
The new event will feature live music, food vendors, entertainment, educational demonstrations and more. Sponsors include local businesses such as Totally Tubular Watersports, Ocean City Parasail, Jet Drive Exchange Boat & Jet Ski Club and Pirate Voyages. For more information, call 1-800-BEACHNJ.
VINNY CURRY 4th ANNUAL YOUTH FOOTBALL CAMP
Philadelphia Eagles defensive end Vinny Curry will hold a free one-day football camp for youth in kindergarten through eighth grade. The camp will be run noon to 3 p.m. Saturday, June 22, on the field at Carey Stadium (Sixth Street and Boardwalk).
After a year in Tampa Bay, Curry is back with the Eagles for the 2019 season. This will be his fourth Youth Football Camp. The program focuses on football fundamentals and is an opportunity for the New Jersey native to give back to the community.
Anyone who is interested in participating can register at account.usafootball.com/events/242. For more information, call Emanuel Capers at 973-572-5223.
COMING UP IN JUNE
FATHER-CHILD GOLF TOURNAMENT (June 22): The Ocean City Recreation Department will sponsor a Father-Child Golf Tournament at 11 a.m. June 22 at the Ocean City Municipal Golf Course (2600 Bay Avenue). To register in advance, visit www.ocnj.us/Father-Child-Golf-Tournament.
The summer book sale will feature tables of books, CDs, DVDs and audio books just like this spring 2019 event.
JUNE BOOK SALE (June 22): The Friends and Volunteers of the Ocean City Free Public Library announce the June 21 and June 22 two-day Book Sale will be held in the atrium of the Ocean City Free Public Library.
Hours are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Friday, June 21, and 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday, June 22. It’s a great opportunity to stock up on beach reads, audio items and more. For more information, visit friendsvolunteersocfpl.com.
ANTIQUE AUTO SHOW (June 22):
Playland's Castaway Cove will offer discounts during a June 26 benefit.
BROADWAY ON THE O.C. BOARDWALK (June 26): The Ocean City Theatre Company will present a show featuring Broadway's Nicholas Edwards (“Frozen”) and Christian Thompson (“Ain't Too Proud To Beg”).
The show will bring a variety of Broadway favorites to life. Show time is 7:30 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. For tickets ($18 to $20), visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or call 609 399-6111.
BRUCE IN THE USA (June 29): The local American Legion Morvay-Miley Post 524 will present a tribute to Bruce Springsteen 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. Matt Ryan, from the "Legends in Concert" cast, began playing the Springsteen character in 2000 in Las Vegas.
The success of the Las Vegas show brought him to performances across the world, eventually evolving his character into the Bruce in The USA show.
For tickets ($35), visit oceancityvacation.com/boxoffice or call 609 399-6111.
HAPPY TOGETHER TOUR 2019 (June 30): The tour celebrates its 10th anniversary with an all-star lineup featuring The Turtles, Chuck Negron (formerly of Three Dog Night), Gary Puckett & The Union Gap, The Buckinghams, The Classics IV, and The Cowsills. The concert begins at 7 p.m. at the Ocean City Music Pier. For tickets, visit www.ticketmaster.com or stop by City Hall (861 Asbury Avenue).
