This Week in the Pines
                      The Weekly Email Newsletter of the Ocean Pines  Association

Students from the Little Lambs Learning Center in Berlin were sworn in as honorary Ocean Pines Police officers on Friday, February 3.




All activities and programs are open to the public!

OPA 50th Anniversary 

T he Ocean Pines Board of Directors has approved an allotment of $20,000 for the planning of a series of celebratory events planned for 2018. Click here to read more.

Board and Administration

The 2017 Search Committee, which is tasked with stimulating interest in this year's Board election and finding candidates to run, is looking for new members. If you are interested in serving, please contact Board President Tom Herrick at 410-600-0315   or [email protected]

Board Budget Session
Friday, February 10     10am
Board Room
The GM Budget Presentation originally scheduled for Friday, February 10 has been postponed. Instead, the Board of Directors will hold an additional budget session.

Board Work Session
Friday, February 17     9am
Community Center

R egular Board Meeting
Saturday, February 25     10am
Community Center 



Administration Office
Open Monday-Friday
8am - 5pm 



Ocean 
Pines 
Police


Bus Stop Warning



If you're parked and waiting at a school bus stop in Ocean Pines, the Police Department would like to remind you to keep a safe distance from intersections and stop signs. Click here to read more.

The Ocean Pines Police Department is located at the Ocean Pines Administration Building. 

For non-emergencies, call 
410-641-7747.

For emergencies, dial 911.

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Indoor
Sports Core
Pool


OPEN TO THE PUBLIC
Mon-Thurs:  10am - 8pm
Fri and Sat: 10am - 9pm 
Sun: 10am -5pm


Upcoming Events at the 
Sports Core Pool

** Registration for 'School Break' has been extended  to February 14th!**
 
REDUCED PRICES:
'LEARN TO SWIM LIKE A MERMAID'

WILL BE ON LOCAL TELEVISION:

47ABC will feature our popular Hydrorider class at the Sports Core Pool in a segment set to air Wednesday, February 8 during the "News Hour." Tune in to watch!

New Session!
Try our popular user-friendly, in-water bikes perfect for any skill level. Please arrive 10 minutes early to set up your bike. Call to sign up!
Drop-In Rates:
$8 Ocean Pines Swim Members
$10 Ocean Pines Residents
$12 Public 
 
Friday, February 10   6-8pm
Enjoy a fun night at the pool while making Valentine's Day crafts. Pizza and desserts will be available for purchase. Bring your own beverages (no glass containers).  
$2 Ocean Pines Swim Members
$4 Ocean Pines Residents

New Sessions Beginning Soon!

 
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Recreation & Parks Events
at the Community Center

Open Mon-Sat 8am-10pm
Sun 10am-6pm

Have you checked out the new gym floors at the Community Center? They're beautiful! To keep them that way, please remember that only water is allowed. Also, please throw away empty drink bottles to keep the area clean. Thank you!

This Week's Recreation Events

Thursdays: February 9 & 16  7-9pm 
  $30 Ocean Pines Residents
$40 Public
For 10 years, Jim Pirisino has been helping people with permanent healthy weight loss by eliminating the cause - toxic, processed food that can cause hunger, cravings and addiction. Learn how to transition to satisfying nutritious real food at this two-session seminar.

Friday, February 10   6-7pm
$8 Ocean Pines Residents
$10 Public
Make a beautiful, personalized piece of "Love Bug"-inspired artwork on a canvas. For ages 4-10
Saturday, February 11   12-3pm
$20 Ocean Pines Residents
$30 Public
For girls ages 4-10. Relax and enjoy as professional hair stylists, makeup artists and manicurists make you into a glamour girl! At the end of the day, have glamorous photos taken with props included! Drinks & snacks provided. Pre-register to schedule an appointment time.

Call 410-641-7052 to register or for more information!

Coming Up!
Free Seminars:  More info
Bus Trips:  More info

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 Ocean Pines 
Golf Club


Daily Winter Rates
 
$30 OP Residents  $35 Public
   410-641-6057 for tee times.  

Driving Range
This season's cold, wet weather has necessitated closing the driving range at times. Please call the Golf Shop at 410-641-6057 to confirm that the range is open before you head over to hit balls.

Spring Junior Golf Clinic & Summer Golf Camps

Registration for our spring junior golf clinic, to be held on four consecutive Wednesdays from 5:30-6:15pm beginning April 26, and for our summer golf camps is now open!
Click here to register, or call 410-641-6057 for more information.

    

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Ocean Pines
Farmers 
Market 
Open Every Saturday 
Year-Round 
 8am-1pm 
White Horse Park

OPFM Winter Warriors
The Ocean Pines Farmers Market is open all winter long. Find the market on Facebook for the latest news. You're invited to use the hash tag #OPFMWinterWarrior and share your market photos with us!
 

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Planned Power Outage

Choptank Electric Cooperative is preparing for an emergency planned outage in the Ocean Pines area, scheduled for Wednesday, February 8 beginning at 12:05am. It is expected to last until 5am. This outage is necessary in order to make emergency repairs in the breaker station that feeds the Ocean Pines substation.
 
Please be sure that your contact information with Choptank is up-to-date to ensure that you receive important messages from your co-op. If you have any questions, please call Choptank's Member Service Center at 1-877-892-0001 during normal business hours. 

This Week at
The Cove at Mumford's! 

After an update to the facility and its amenities, The Cove at Mumford's is now open to residents and guests! The place was packed on Sunday, February 5 for the big game - a great way to kick off our new menu, new entertainment and new dining experience. Stop by to see and taste why everyone's excited about the NEW Mumford's Landing in Ocean Pines!



NEW Winter Hours at The Cove at Mumford's
Monday - Closed
Tuesday - Closed
Wednesday - Open 5pm-Midnight
Thursday - Open 5pm-Midnight
Friday - Open 5pm-Midnight
Saturday - Open 10am-Midnight
Sunday - Open 9am-Midnight

 - Weekly Events - 
 
Karaoke
Wednesdays     7-11pm
Doors Open at 5pm
Warm up your vocal cords, grab some friends and enjoy an evening of music and fun! CTG Radio will be broadcasting LIVE from 'The Cove at Mumford's' on Wednesday, February 8th starting at 6pm!



Buzztime Trivia
Thursdays  
Doors Open at 5pm
Sign up at 5:30pm
Game begins at 6pm
Trivia is back! Gather your team, test your knowledge and compete! 


  
Date Night with "On the Edge"
Friday, February 10     6-9pm
Doors Open at 5pm
Our popular date returns for this special evening! Enjoy a shared dessert, two entrees, a shared dessert and a bottle wine for only $60, plus tax and gratuity. 
On The Edge will perform from 8pm-midnight!

     LIVE Entertainment     
Saturday     8pm-Midnight
Doors Open at 5pm
Join us every weekend for a rotating lineup of some of the most popular musical acts on the Eastern Shore! 

*new Brunch
Saturdays    10am-1pm
Sundays     9am-1pm
Enjoy a plated brunch from our menu of traditional favorites. 

*new Kids Eat Free
Sundays     4pm-Kitchen Closes
Receive one free meal from our kids' menu with an adult dinner order. 
Featuring toys and a magician on Sunday, February 12!

 


Travel to Mexico This Spring!

Head to sunny Mexico this spring with 92.5 &96.5 FM CTGVariety Radio! 

Stay tuned for how you can win a FREE trip by visiting The Cove at Mumford's!
Reservations at [email protected] / 410-641-7501
 
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Manklin Meadows 
Racquet Complex 
& Community Center 

Racquet Complex Pro Shop Closed 
The Racquet Complex Pro Shop will be closed until April. The courts will still be available for play. Please contact [email protected] or call 410-641-7052 for more information. 

Indoor Pickleball Drop-In
Sundays     12:30-6:30pm
Tuesdays & Thursdays     1:30-4:30pm
Fridays     3:30-5pm

Pickleball Beginners Clinic
Fridays 2:30-3:30pm
For ages 12 and older. The first session is free; subsequent sessions are $5 each. Pre-registration is required - call 410-641-7052.

Platform Tennis Beginners Clinic
Saturdays 12pm - 1pm
For ages 12 and older. Learn the basics of platform tennis! The first session is free; subsequent sessions are 
$5 each. 

Men's Tennis Winter Drop-In
Monday-Saturday     10:00am
(weather permitting) 

TRY A RACQUET SPORT 
Free Clinic and Week Trial (all Racquet Sports)
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Manklin Meadows Racquet Sports Complex
410-641-7228 /  410-641-7052

 View Webpage for Info on all 3 sports. 

Social & Service Clubs

Pine'eer Craft Club Meeting
Thursday, February 16
9:45am Refreshments / 10am Meeting Begins
Ocean Pines Community Center

Following the meeting, the group will be making favors for distribution to clients of Meals on Wheels in Ocean Pines and Ocean City. Guests are welcome. The Craft Club also sponsors the Artisan and Gift Shop located opposite the Ocean Pines Community Center. The shop is open Saturdays 9am - 3pm and Sundays 10am - 3pm. Stop by and see the creative items made by members of the Pine'eer Craft Club. The selection includes wreaths, jewelry, glassware, stitchery items, doll clothes and more. Credit cards accepted.

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Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast
Saturday, February 18     8am - 11am
Ocean Pines Community Center
$6 Adults / $3 Kids / Free Kids Under 5

The menu will include pancakes, sausages, scrambled eggs, orange juice, coffee and tea. Tickets may be purchased in advance by calling 410-208-6719 or at the door. Carryout is also available. Proceeds benefit the youth of our community.

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Skipjack Nathan New Volunteer Orientation
Monday, February 20     6-8pm
Cambridge, Maryland Library

Volunteer to help preserve an important part of Maryland's heritage with the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester. Help is needed with the crew, docents, maintenance and administration. No experience necessary. For more information, visit Skipjack-Nathan.org, call 410-228-7141 or email [email protected].