Put Your Game Face on, Take on Platform Tennis

Be a "good sport" and give Platform Tennis a try! Platform tennis is an outdoor racquet sport for any age that combines elements of tennis and racquetball. It is simple to get started—all you need to do is show up at the courts in Ocean Pines any Saturday at noon with a pair of sneakers to participate in our FREE Clinics. Our instructors will provide you with equipment and instructions you would need to get started. Ocean Pines serves up a plethora of great events & sports:

join the fun! Platform Tennis Open to Public, 11443 Manklin Creek Road in Ocean Pines It is a racquet sport that players can enjoy outdoors year-round. This unique appeal attracts people who desire fresh air, competition, and social engagement - all on a chilly winter's day or night. FREE CLINICS: Paddle & balls provided and sneakers are required. Contact Jim Freeman for more info, 215-704-4592.

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50th Anniversary Celebration

50th Anniversary Events March 24- Anniversary License Plate Raffle/Auction Event RAFFLE TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE June 2- Anniversary Parade/ Community Day - Register June 30- Anniversary Golf Tournament- SOLD OUT July 4- Anniversary 5k Run/Celebration July 22- Anniversary Beach Bash Aug. 11- Annual Meeting/ Time Capsule/ Cocktail Party Aug. 18- Anniversary Racquet Tournament Aug. 25- Anniversary Boat Parade

Sign Up to Volunteer We invite you to join the anniversary celebration as a volunteer! Are you interested? EMAIL INFO@OCEANPINES.ORG

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February 2018 Calendar

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Board and Administration

TOURISM DAY: Ocean Pines Marketing and Public Relations Director Denise Sawyer and Marketing Coordinator Julie Malinowski represent Ocean Pines at Tourism Day in Annapolis. Raffle tickets for the Ocean Pines license plates are $50 each and can be purchased at the Administration Building, 235 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines. Proceeds from the sale of these plates will support the police department. Read more.

2018 Pool Rules & Regulations Announced The Ocean Pines Aquatics Department is announcing new rules and regulations for its public pools, including the Oasis Pool that has undergone a recent change to its adults-only status.   Click to view the 2018 pool rules

Monthly Financial Report for January 2018 View the Association's Financial Statement for the month ended 1/31/2018. Click to view Monthly Financials

Regular Board/ Final Budget Meeting , Feb. 25 at Noon, Community Center Regular Board Meeting , March 29 at 7 pm, Community Center Regular Board Meeting , April 28 at 10 am, Community Center Regular Board Meeting , May 24 at 7 pm, Community Center Regular Board Meeting , June 23 at 10 am, Community Center Regular Board Meeting , July 27 at 10 am, Community Center

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Police Department

For non-emergencies, call 410-641-7747. For emergencies, dial 911. Chief David C. Massey, Ed.D. Ocean Pines Tops List of Safest Cities in Maryland A newly released ranking of the safest cities in Maryland for 2018 positions Ocean Pines at the top of the list.  Click here to read more.

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The Tern Grille

Tern Grille Opens for Winter 100 Clubhouse Dr., Ocean Pines Friday - 4pm-9pm; Prime Rib Night! Saturday - 4pm-9pm Sunday - 9am-9pm; Breakfast Buffet - 9am-12pm Click to view the menu.

Ocean Pines Aquatics

Sports Core Pool, 11144 Cathell Rd, Ocean Pines, MD 410.641.5255

Congrats to our girl Trista Harner for winning the Valentine M&M count. She guessed 648 and there were 656. Great job Trista!!

starting tonight! Water Aerobics Feb. 20- April 5, Tues/Thurs, 5:15pm This fun, energetic exercise program will give you results but isn’t too hard on your body. Aquatic exercise not only enhances your cardiovascular fitness, it can improve muscular endurance & overall strength without the impact of floor work. Class is set to music! Call 410.641.5255 to register.

WET WORKS 1 now through March 23 This is a really fun & very active water exercise. Whole-body workout using kickboards, noodles, barbells & stretch cords. Men welcome & wanted. For more info, call the Sports Core Pool at 410.641.5255.

new dates! Hydrorider Class now through March 20, Tues/Thurs at 6:05-6:45pm Join us for our popular Hydrorider water cycling class. The in-water bikes are perfect for any skill level, and the buoyancy of the water offers joint support. Call 410-641-5255 to register.

new! AQUA CROSS TRAINING WITH TRAMPOLINES & HYDROCYCLES now through March 22, Tues/Thurs This class will host a variety of different exercises using all of the equipment available, including our new trampolines! Note: Limited to 9 participants. For more info, call the Sports Core Pool at 410.641.5255.

new! PERSONAL TRAINING IN THE WATER Kids, Teens & Adults Schedule your one-on-one training session with certified trainer Jenn Kukel. She has won Coastal Style Magazine’s Best Personal Trainer 3 years in a row! Customized for every person’s needs & using weights, bikes, treadmills & trampolines – all in the water! For more info, call the Sports Core Pool at 410.641.5255.

Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks

SU at the Beach "Creativity & the Craft of Writing - Feb. 20 at 9am Kids Indoor Soccer - Feb. 21 SU at the Beach "Writing Your Memoir" - Feb. 22 at 9am

Click for More Info vacation package! TRAVEL TO IRELAND Book Now & Save $150 Per Person 8 Days ● 9 Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners Information Presentation : Feb. 28 at 6pm Travel with Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks and experience the taste of Ireland. North Atlantic island drips with mystery, drawing you in for a closer look and then surprising you. Sip a pint in a pub that's whirling with playful conversation and exhilarating traditional Irish music. Included in Price: Round Trip Air from Baltimore Washington Intl Airport, Air Taxes and Fees/Surcharges, Hotel Transfers For more information contact Debbie Donahue, Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks (410)641-7052, ddonahue@oceanpines.org

Call 410.641.7052 to register. register now! HAPPY CLEATS INDOOR SOCCER This is a fun & exciting soccer program that allows your little one to burn off some energy & learn soccer basics in a non-competitive environment. Socialization, simple soccer fundamentals & lots of FUN are the main focus of this fall clinic! Note: Parents are asked to help assist during practices. AGES: 2 & 3 (Boys & Girls) WHEN: WEDNESDAYS, starting FEB 21 NO. OF CLASSES: 5 (5 weeks)

Call 410.641.7052 to register. register now! PEE WEE INDOOR SOCCER This program is designed to teach boys & girls the basics of soccer while showing them social benefits such as interacting with others, having to work as a team, working individually toward a collective goal, experiencing emotions involved in the game, striving to do their best & supporting & helping others. AGES: 4 & 5 WHEN: WEDNESDAYS, starting FEB 21 at 6:00pm–6:45pm (5 weeks) FEE: OP Resident $40; Non-Resident $50

Ocean Pines Racquet Sports

Pickleball

Platform Tennis

Tennis

Looking for a Winter Activity? Try Platform Tennis in Ocean Pines Open to the public. Manklin Meadows Racquet Sports Complex, 11443 Manklin Creek Road in Ocean Pines Meet your instructor on the courts every Saturday at noon and sign for your free lessons and trial. Questions – email jimisfreeman@verzon.net

Indoor Ocean Pines Pickleball February 16th OR March 2nd, 5-6pm Extra Paddles Available at OP Indoor Pickleball! For Beginners or Visitors, who may need to "borrow" a paddle for the day! Sign out a Paddle at the Front Desk! Ocean Pines: (2 courts) • Sundays, Jan 7 & 21, Feb 4 & 18, March 4 & 18, 1:30-5:30pm  • Tuesdays, 1:30-4:30pm • Thursday, 1:30-4:30pm • Fridays, 1:30-8:30pm new extended time, for evening players! On some of these evenings, there will be beginner clinics from 5-6pm (see above) • New Lower Fees: $2 Member; $3 Non-Member Resident; $5 Non-Resident • "Random" Drop-in times @ $3/player to be announced.

Calling all Pickleball, Tennis and Platform Tennis Players!  Come celebrate and support our racquet sports, by joining the “racquet sports unit” in the 50th Anniversary Parade. Save the Date! June 2nd at 10am Ocean Pines 50th Anniversary Celebration Parade Carol Ludwig, Parade Coordinator The "racquet sports unit" will be energized and led by the respected choreographer Terri Westbrook, whom many of us know! To participate, there is one required rehearsal. The parade itself is 2 miles long. Reserve your spot: Contact Teri Westbrook no later than April 1st if you wish to be added to the list for the rehearsal and the parade, or have additional questions! Cell/text 703-898-3151 OR email: Teri_westbrook@comcast.net

Ocean Pines Golf

register now! Junior Camps June 25-28, 2018, $130 per golfer, per session Pay and reserve your spot online. Then complete the 2018 Junior Golf Camp Registration Form and submit it to the Golf Shop prior to the first day of camp. Read more.

Farmers & Artisans Market

popular! Market Seeks Vendors Join the largest Farmers & Artisans Market It is a community-based, family-friendly and pet-friendly year-round market that offers the freshest produce & locally sourced foods along with unique jewelry, beading, metalwork, photography, carved wood pieces, textiles and much more! View the application.

Community & Organization News

Ocean Pines Swim Team: These swimmers had a good time this afternoon knocking down pins at Ocean Lanes.

Ocean City Power Squadron, a unit of the United States Power Squadron, presented Racetrack Marine/Auto with a plaque, in recognition of their support. Pictured (L-R): Cdr. John Hess, Billie John Warrington, Manager Racetrack Marine/Auto and Lt Joseph Salafia. PINES PRIDE: Justin Clemens, of #OceanPinesMD, shows us an aerial look at the North Gate, high above Route 589. Viewing The Pines from new heights, it's the magic of drone photography.

PRMC Named a Top 5% Hospital in the United States Peninsula Regional Medical Center has received the Healthgrades 2018 Distinguished Hospital Award for Clinical Excellence™. The distinction recognizes PRMC as one of the top five percent of nearly 4,500 hospitals nationwide.

Lions’ Wounded Troops Fund Joe Kendall, owner of Kendall Furniture in Ocean City, Fenwick Island and Selbyville, presented a check to the Ocean City Lions Club for $1,000. Kendall, right, is pictured with Lion Ben Dawson.

Upcoming Events/Meetings:

Feb. 22: Republican Women Of Worcester County Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Luncheon meeting at 11 a.m. Ropewalk Restaurant, 8203 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City. Speakers: Patrick O’Keefe, political director, Maryland Republican Party, and Grant Helvey, chairman, Worcester County Central Committee. Cost: $20. Reservations: 410-208-9767 or annlutz60@gmail.com. Feb. 23: Atlantic Endoscopy Bingo Doors open at 6 p.m.; games start at 7 p.m. Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department. 20 games, raffles, 50/50, door prizes and refreshments. 15th annual bingo event. Features Vera Bradley, Alex And Ani and Thirty-One Games. Proceeds will benefit American Cancer Society. Sponsored by Relay For Life Team Atlantic Endoscopy Center Polypeers. Tickets: $20 in advance, $25 at door. 410-726-6043. Feb. 23, March 9: Free Pickleball Clinics 5-6 p.m. Ocean Pines Pickleball Club in conjunction with the Ocean Pines Community Center. Beginners clinics. Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Ocean Pines also offering free week of drop-in time following the clinic (Friday through Thursday). Registration: 703-598-6119 or jhanberry@comcast.net. Feb. 24: Spaghetti Dinner And Gospel Sing 4-5:30 p.m. Powellville United Methodist Church, 35606 Mt. Hermon Rd., Powellville. Spaghetti with homemade sauces, salad, breadsticks, desserts and drinks available, eat-in or carry-out. Adults: $10; children under 10: $5. Beginning at 6 p.m., the Ernie Evans Family will share gospel music ministry. Love offering will be received. 443-880-8804. Feb. 25: Youth Group Miniature Golf Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 North Main St., Berlin. 443-235-6761. March 3: First Saturday Writers Group 10 a.m.-noon. Berlin branch, Worcester County Library. Anyone interested in writing is invited to join the group and share a story, poem or essay or just come and enjoy listening to others. This is a free activity. New members are always welcome. The group is comprised of amateur as well as professional, published writers willing to share their knowledge and offer tips on being creative with words. March 10: OCVFC Ladies Auxiliary Quarter Auction Doors open at 5 p.m., auction from 6-9 p.m. OCFD Headquarters, 1409 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, second floor. Family-friendly event. More than 100 auction items, raffles, food and door prizes. Advance admission: $5; at the door: $7. Includes one paddle and door prize ticket. Proceeds go toward the fire company, cadets and scholarships. 609-412-0778 or 443-365-0637. March 12: Ocean Pines Camera Club 7 p.m. Ocean Pines branch library. Monthly get-together to share photos, tips, programs. Group goes on a photo shoot on the Saturday following each meeting and hosts a hands-on workshop the last Thursday of each month. Professional and amateur photographers and new members always welcome. Meets second Monday of each month.