Stay On Course! Junior Golf Camps
Offered in Ocean Pines
Get into the swing of things! Learn golf, hang with friends and have fun at Ocean Pines Golf Club's popular junior golf camps! Boys and girls ages 5-14 will receive instruction in swing basics, rules & etiquette, irons, woods, chipping and putting from our team of PGA-led instructors.

Tee Up For An Array of Great Events in Ocean Pines:
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.
popular! Glamour Girl Spa Day
Saturday, February 10  at 1 - 4 pm
Why should grown ups have all the fun? Treat your daughter to a day of pampering. Your child will get their nails done, hair styled, and makeup done. Read more.
new dates! Hydrorider Class
Starting February 1- 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.
50th Anniversary Celebration
Sponsor Ocean Pines' 50th Anniversary
We are seeking sponsors/donors to help cover the cost of the free-to-the-public events. Sponsors will receive major and unique opportunities for recognition throughout 2018, including banners, golf and tennis tournament signs, and with recognition in press releases, media coverage, digital platforms including social media and
special event program listings.

Winter Newsletter Now Online
January 2018 Calendar
Board and Administration
WATCH: General Manager John Bailey formally present the Recommended Budget for Fiscal Year (FY) 2018/19 to the Board of Directors at the
Jan. 27 Regular Board Meeting.
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.
General Manager’s Report- John Bailey
Included Presentation on Bulkhead Program
at the Jan. 27 Regular Board Meeting
Board Budget Work Sessions , Feb. 5- 7 at 9am, Tern Grille
Board Budget Hearing , Feb. 10 at 10am, Tern Grille
Regular Board Meeting , Feb. 25 at Noon, Community Center
Police Department
For non-emergencies, call 410-641-7747. For emergencies, dial 911.
Chief David C. Massey, Ed.D.

Police Warn of Phone Scams
Helpful Tips for Residents
Every year, thousands of people lose money to telephone scams — from a few dollars to their life savings. Here are a few red flags to help you spot telemarketing scams. Read more.
Sign-Up For 'PinesAlerts'
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

Tern Grille: Delicious Destination
Area residents won’t have to venture far this winter to enjoy a meal out. The Tern Grille, located in the heart of the community at Ocean Pines Golf Club, is now open on weekends for drinks and casual dining. Text Link
Ocean Pines Aquatics
Sports Core Pool, 11144 Cathell Rd, Ocean Pines, MD
410.641.5255
register now! Aqua Yoga
Feb. 7- March 16, Weds & Fridays
This super low-impact class makes it possible for people with joint pain to improve their strength, flexibility & range of motion. The buoyancy of the water takes the pressure off the joints, alleviating pain or discomfort people may feel when exercising. Call 410.641.5255 to register.
register now! Aqua Jog
Feb. 13- March 22, Tues & Thurs
Aqua-jogging closely mimics natural running form & provides a neuro-muscular workout that, in addition to aerobic benefits, helps keep the running-specific muscles active. The same can’t be said for biking & swimming. This is a perfect workout for everyone especially runners who want to switch it up. Call 410.641.5255 to register.
Feb. 9 • VALENTINE'S FAMILY NIGHT OUT (flyer is below)
6- 8pm | Sports Core Pool | Learn More

Feb. 10 • LEARN TO A SWIM LIKE MERMAID OR MERMAN
10:15am | Sports Core Pool | Learn More
WET WORKS 1
Feb. 12- 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! AQUA CROSS TRAINING
WITH TRAMPOLINES & HYDROCYCLES
Feb. 13- 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
every friday! Salisbury University Non-credit Courses at the Ocean Pines Community Center
You don't have to live in Ocean Pines or be a registered college student to enjoy the Salisbury University courses at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Read more.
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
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
Maintaining the Golf Course
Even though it's winter, our maintenance crew still has plenty to do and is already working on getting the course ready for the spring! In this spot on 9, for example, maintenance has been working on draining by re-sculpting and replacing the turf to push water towards the drains.
Only Robert Trent Jones Championship Course on Maryland's Eastern Shore
Experience Ocean Pines. . . . Featuring the best greens on the Eastern Shore and the only championship golf course on the Delmarva Peninsula designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Farmers & Artisans Market
Join the marketplace as a vendor this year and watch your customer-based brand blossom!
You’re invited to participate in the Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market. The market has become a Saturday cultural centerpiece on the Maryland Eastern Shore community.  Click to view 2018 application.
Help Name this Baby Girl
Brightman Farm, an Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market vendor, is looking for your help with naming this baby girl. Got a name to share? Email us at info@oceanpines.org .
Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market Photo Contest Returns for 2018
Again, the market is searching for the best picture taken of the Marketplace. This year’s contest is titled, Ocean Pines Marketplace View. Everyone is encouraged to participate -- residents, non-residents, visitors, amateur and professional photographers. 
Our year-round market is full of vendors, shoppers and community cheer!
Ocean Pines Pine'eer Shop
Open to the Public - New Vendors and Volunteers Welcome!
Members of Pine'eer Craft Club Created Valentines for Vets Cards
The Valentines were created especially for Veterans with notes such as 'Thank you for your service' included inside. The Valentines will be sent to various Veteran organizations throughout the state by Linda Dearing, owner of Copy Central.  Read more.
Community & Organization News
The Pinesteppers Square Dance Club welcomed Mark Franks, a guest caller, at their January dance. Mark is a well known square dance caller in the northeast who lives in Ocean City, NJ. He travels to various clubs as caller for their special dances. The Pinesteppers workshop square dance choreography every Wednesday night at the Ocean Pines Community Center and hold monthly dances on the 4th Saturday each month. Pictured are: (left to right) Mark Fields, guest caller, and Louise & Phil Lassiter, Pinesteppers Presidents.
RWWC judged students' work with a rating system and chose winners in specified categories at the Annual Worcester County Public Schools Media Expo - Grades Pre-K to 12
Showell Elementary is so lucky to have Kiwanis members judge the science fair, again! This organization loves giving back to the community.
Ocean Pines Swim Team Hammerheads: Awesome job this weekend OPST! Thank you for the amazing memories!
Way to go Hammerheads! Great meet at Lake Forest on Saturday, Jan. 13.
Dr. Fiddler Now Responsible for Population Health Initiatives
Kathryn Fiddler, DNP, MS, RN, NE-BC, has been promoted to the position of Vice President of Population Health. Dr. Fiddler has been with PRMC for two years, most recently serving as its Executive Director for Population Health.
Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce
The Chamber represents local business professionals, merchants and services in and around Ocean Pines and the surrounding areas of the Delmarva Peninsula. Click to Learn More.
Upcoming Events/Meetings:
The Women’s Club of Ocean Pines   
Upcoming meetings to be held from 10am- noon in the Assateague Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center:
• February 1 – Tidewater Physical Therapy & Rehabilitation Associates, P.A. will discuss the overall benefits of physical therapy.
• March 1 – General Manager John Bailey will give an update as to the Ocean Pines Homeowners Association under new management. In addition, the Women’s Club Treasurer Irene Daly will propose to the membership the 2017-2018 draft budget.  

Social time begins at 9:30am. Light refreshments will be served and there is an opportunity to participate in a 50/50 Raffle. For information, contact Susann Palamara (410-208-2821 or smpal1@verizon.net).  

AARP Foundation Free Tax Preparation
Feb. 2 thru April 16
The AARP Foundation will be offering free tax preparation for low-to moderate-income tax payers, on Feb. 2 thru April 16 at several locations around Worcester County. The Locations and days are; Ocean Pines Library on Monday, Ocean City Senior Center on Saturday, Pocomoke City Library on Friday and Salisbury/Mac Center on Tuesday. Volunteers will assist in e-filing returns but cannot prepare rental/business income. Appointments for Ocean Pines and Ocean City locations may be made by calling 410-641-5036. Tax assistance will be available from 9 am to 3 pm by APPOINTMENT ONLY.

Ocean City Race for the Cure Event Information:
April 14, 2018
Join many for the 7th Annual Komen Maryland Ocean City Race for the Cure. Walk or run the recreational 5K or 1-mile route on the beautiful Ocean City boardwalk with the ocean by your side. The Race Village in the inlet parking lot will feature food, music, kids' activities, a survivor tent, and a post-Race beer garden. Race Village opens at 7:30 am and the Race begins at 9 am. Funds raised benefit local breast health programs and national research. Komen Maryland has invested $5 million in programs that serve Eastern Shore residents.
 
Admission fees: $30 for adults, $15 for children 11 and under. Additional fundraising is encouraged. Contact Name: Becky Bosstick; Contact Phone:  410-938-8990


Most Blessed Sacrament will be holding it's annual Casino Night
February 24th 2018
Come and enjoy the biggest, swankiest and last fundraising event of the year. Get ready to mix, mingle, dance, gamble and bid for the best deals in town. You won’t want to miss this night! 
MEGA 50/50: Win up to $10,000 at Casino Night; Tickets for the event are available online at www.mostblessedsacramentschool.com

Calling All High School Juniors: Choptank Electric Cooperative Offers Trip of Lifetime
Choptank Electric Cooperative is now accepting applications for the National Rural Electric Cooperative Association’s (NRECA) 2018 Youth Tour program which will take place June 10-14, 2018 in Washington, D.C. They are looking for five current high school juniors who are interested in continuing their education through higher education like college or through a trade school.