Merry Christmas, OCNJ

It’s beginning to look more and more like Christmas here in OCNJ as wreaths hang from the lampposts downtown, neighbors put up their lights, and the North Street Christmas tree is back, thanks to the McElwee family and friends. It’s a tradition that so many locals and visitors look forward to each year, and it was a little spark of joy for many who were stuck at home for the holidays in 2020. We wrote our names on shells and wishes for the new year and now our nightly walk with Arlo on the beach means we turn right instead of left, so we can see this little tree in all her glory.

On a beautiful November day, the 2021 tree went up with some helpful hands. The only complaint that could be heard was the lack of waves on an otherwise perfect winter beach day. To follow along this season, check @mothergypsea on Instagram where Sue McElwee posts her tree updates!