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The City of Atlantic City hosted the Harvest Town at Gardner’s Basin, a free public event filled with rides, treats, and games that brought families together for an afternoon of fun and community celebration.

The NAACP Atlantic City Branch and the Fellowship of Churches hosted Souls to the Polls, a community event that combined fellowship and civic engagement to encourage early voting at Quaremba Hall. The day brought residents together in unity and celebration of their right to vote.

The City of Atlantic City Multicultural Services wrapped up Hispanic Heritage Month with the first Intro to Spanish class, where participants learned greetings, introductions, and self-expression while celebrating the richness of Hispanic cultures.

The Atlantic City Police Foundation hosted its Annual Hero Luncheon at Council Oak Steak & Seafood in the Hard Rock Hotel & Casino, honoring Sergeant Jonathan Walsh for his extraordinary bravery in rescuing a young visitor from a dangerous rip current.

The Atlantic City Senior Services Department hosted its October Fall Craft Program, where participants created two unique Pumpkin Creations and enjoyed an afternoon filled with creativity, laughter, and community connection.

The City of Atlantic City hosted CDBG Day 2025 at City Hall to connect residents with programs and resources offered through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Office, promoting awareness, accessibility, and community engagement across the city.

The City of Atlantic City marked the end of Daylight Saving Time with a timely reminder for residents to set their clocks back one hour and review essential safety measures, including testing smoke detectors and updating emergency plans.

Atlantic City is now accepting applications for its Small Business Micro Grant Program, offering up to $15,000 in funding to help local entrepreneurs recover and grow. Applications are open until October 31, 2025, and can be submitted online, by email, or in person through the Department of Planning & Development.

The Girl Scouts explored the world of engineering, building towering structures with toothpicks and marshmallows in a fun and educational STEM challenge that showcased teamwork and creativity.

Rita and Anthony Mack Avenue pays tribute to the couple who owned and operated multiple McDonald’s franchises in Atlantic City for four decades.

The Atlantic City Public Schools Early Childhood Department hosted Waffles with the Nurse at Pennsylvania Avenue School, combining a delicious breakfast with vital health education to promote wellness, family engagement, and community connection.

Atlantic City Council honored Officers Glen Robinson and Alex Torres for their swift response and professionalism during an attempted vehicle theft incident. Their teamwork and vigilance led to the arrest of the suspect and reinforced the city’s commitment to public safety.

The Atlantic City Youth Services joined the Pennsylvania Avenue School and Atlantic City Early Childhood Advisory for a fun-filled Glow Party, celebrating community, creativity, and togetherness through a day of glowing excitement.

The Atlantic City Public Schools Early Childhood Department celebrated Fire Prevention Week with interactive lessons and firefighter visits, teaching young students essential fire safety practices and building community awareness.

Atlantic City will launch its new food truck operations on November 1, 2025, at Gardner’s Basin and O’Donnell Memorial Park, creating fresh opportunities for small businesses and offering residents and visitors more local dining options in two of the city’s most vibrant public spaces.