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The New Jersey Civil Union law went into effect February 19, 2007. Travel to Atlantic City to hold your ceremony and while you are here enjoy the wonderful attractions the city has to offer ranging from cultural to nightlife and everything in between.

Civil Unions

Jean Muchanic, Officiant

Jean Muchanic, Executive Director of Absecon Lighthouse in Atlantic City, has recently become an ordained minister. Jean is certified to perform weddings and civil unions at Absecon Lighthouse, or at a site chosen by the intended partners. Ceremonies are customized to fit the particular religious or non-denominational needs of clients. For information call 609-449-1360.

Jeff George, Officiant

Jeff George is an ordained, non-denominational, interfaith minister specializing in weddings, and civil unions, at sea and on the beach. Couples may customize a ceremony to fit their exact needs, or choose from several intimate ceremonies created by Jeff. For more information, call 609-576-0044.

New Jersey Civil Union application and requirement

www.state.nj.us/health/vital…
The New Jersey Civil Unions law went into effect February 19, 2007. Travel to Atlantic City to hold your ceremony and while you are here enjoy the wonderful attractions the city has to offer ranging from cultural to nightlife and everything in between.

Concerts & Events

Boardwalk Hall

www.boardwalkhall.com
Atlantic City's premier entertainment center. Boardwalk Hall, a National Historic Landmark, recently went through a $90 million restoration to help recapture the great hall's magnificence and update it with today’s technology. Recent concerts include such stars as Madonna, Barbara Streisand, and Britney Spears.

House of Blues

www.hob.com/venues/clubvenues/atlanticcity
For those who like to live life out loud, look no further than the Atlantic City House of Blues, Billboard Magazine's Top Venue of the Year, 2006. Atlantic City's newest entertainment destination has demonstrated the company's mission, Unity in Diversity - especially in its Music Hall.

Nightlife

Westside Bar & Lounge

www.westsideac.com
Atlantic City's only alternative lifestyle bar and lounge. DJs mix the music Monday to Thursday 6PM to 4AM Friday to Sunday 4PM to 5AM

Products & Services

Cinematic Moments Video

www.cinematicmomentsvideo.com
Whatever your story, let us capture it in high quality video, produce a first rate DVD, add music, voiceovers, whatever you need, and provide you with a finished DVD, complete with packaging and custom printing. From weddings to sporting events, live events or webcasting, we have your audio and video recording needs covered. Certified engineers will assure a first rate production. Free quote.

Daniel Mulhern Entertainment, Inc.

www.mulhernentertainment.com
Atlantic City's premiere, full-service entertainment company since 1988. Let our extensive experience providing bands, DJ's, variety acts, productions shows, comedians, dancers and models go to work for you.  We are committed to providing the perfect match for your convention, trade show or meeting with the finest entertainment to fit your budget. It's really that simple.

Enhanced Entertainment by Mackie

www.entertainmentenhancement.com
Atlantic City's best-known eight-foot four-inch stilt walker adds excitement to any event with customized costumes and make-up. Enhance your event with this superior brand of entertainment.

Melanie Rice Entertainment

www.melanierice.com
Melanie Rice is a full-service music, entertainment and event production company offering a plethora of diversified and impressive talent. Enjoy 10% off any entertainment package booked in 2009 at Melanie Rice.

Venues & Restaurants

Absecon Lighthouse

www.abseconlighthouse.org
Atlantic City's historic Absecon Lighthouse, the tallest of New Jersey's lighthouses and the third tallest in the country, still boasts its original First-Order Fresnal lens. Visitors can climb its 228-steps to the top to enjoy a dazzling view of the Atlantic City skyline, back bay area and the Atlantic Ocean.

Art of Flowers

www.artofflowers.us
Full service florist and art gallery. Floral arrangements, fruit baskets, balloons, plants, silk arrangements, terrariums, wire outs to anywhere.

Lucy the Elephant

www.lucytheelephant.org
This elephant shaped building constructed in 1881 sits aside the beach facing the sea in nearby Margate. Complete with painted toenails, tusks and a museum hidden inside, this national historic landmark is just miles from Atlantic City and is the perfect location for a ceremony.

Morton's - The Steakhouse

www.mortons.com…
Morton's, The Steakhouse located in Caesars Atlantic City offers the best in steak and seafood. Enjoy a signature Mortini's at BAR 12-21 or a delicious steak in the luxurious Dining Room. Morton's private Boardrooms, allow you to Savor the Good Life behind closed doors.

Sofia Restaurant

www.sofiaofmargate.com
Celebrate life... embrace the hospitality and diverse flavors, served skillfully in a cuisine that is good for your heart, body and soul. Savor authentic Greek/Mediterranean fare in exquisite décor with quality service. Sofia's spacious, cozy interior provides the ideal setting for your civil union or special event.

Bally's Atlantic City

Caesars Atlantic City

www.harrahs.com/casinos/caesars-atlantic-city…
Delight in Opulence at Caesars Atlantic City. Pick your pleasure! Shop at your favorite designer store or dine at one of The Pier's unique dining destinations. Shops include, A/X Armani Exchange, Gucci, Burberry, Cole Haan, Apple and many others! Restaurants include the ever chic Buddakan and The Continental from Stephen Starr. You'll also find a good time every time at Phillips Seafood, Souzai Sushi & Sake and Sonsie.

Harrah's Atlantic City

Showboat - The Mardi Gras Casino

Accommodations

Carisbrooke Inn Bed & Breakfast

www.carisbrookeinn.com
Conveniently located just one mile from Atlantic City, yet a world away in the historic seaside town of Ventnor. This comfortable and elegant bed and breakfast offers European hospitality only steps from the beach and boardwalk.

Comfort Inn Jersey Shore

www.comfortinn.com/hotel-absecon-new_jersey-NJ167
The Comfort Inn® hotel is conveniently located off the Garden State Parkway, just minutes from the world-famous Atlantic City Boardwalk and many Atlantic City casinos.

Ocean Front Motel

www.oceanfrontmotelnj.com
The Ocean Front Motel offers a unique, quiet location at 14th Street on the scenic boardwalk of Ocean City with a sweeping view of the ocean, beach and boardwalk. From any of our oceanfront rooms, you get a view that will bring you back again and again to Ocean City.

Arts & Culture

Gables of Cape May

www.gablescapemay.com
GABLES is a non-profit organization whose purpose is to promote, secure, enhance and protect the human dignity, integrity and legal and political rights of lesbians, gays and bisexual persons.

South Jersey Cultural Alliance

www.sjca.net
Find out about theaters, museums, galleries, symphonies, presenting organizations, educational and multicultural organizations, dance companies, cultural and heritage agencies, and artists from Atlantic, Cape May and Ocean counties

The Noyes Museum of Art

www.noyesmuseum.org
Just 15 minutes from Atlantic City, The Noyes Museum of Art boasts a beautiful lakefront setting. Displays American fine and folk art, outstanding special exhibitions that feature leading regional and national artists, and art programs. The Noyes makes a wonderful stopover before or after visiting nearby Atlantic City.


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