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Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop
The Pine’eer Artisan Craft and Gift Shop is always seeking new crafters. If you are an artisan who would like to join, contact Sharon or email opcraftclub@aol.com for more information. All new crafters must go through the juried process, and when items sell, profits return to the community. Since its inception, the craft club has donated $175,000 back to Ocean Pines and has been handcrafting in the community for more than 40 years. The gift shop is open Saturdays 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Community Church at Ocean Pines Shepherd's Nook, Angels' Attic, and Sarah's Pantry
The Shepherd's Nook and the newly named Angels' Attic (formerly the Flea Market), thrift stores at the Community Church at Ocean Pines, offer gently used (and some new) clothing and household goods at greatly reduced prices. Funds raised are used for the missions of the church. The schedule for the Shepherd's Nook and the Angels' Attic is Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The church also supplies food to the community through Sarah's Pantry. The pantry's hours of operation are Wednesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call 410-641-5433 or visit www.ccaop.org
Ocean Pines Anglers Club Asking for Catch Data
Members of the Ocean Pines Anglers Club are asking local anglers to log and submit their catch data, to help improve statistics that govern recreational fishing. To view the form, visit https://fishinoc.com/fish-data.
Widows and Widowers Social Club
For information and activities, please call John at 410-208-1398.
First Wednesday of Every Month: AGH Diabetes Support Group / 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Atlantic General Hospital will hold a diabetes support group the first Wednesday of every month at the Ocean Pines library, September through June. There is no cost to participate. For more information, call 410-208-9761.
Sundays: Breakfast with the Knights of Columbus / 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Located at 9901 Coastal Highway behind St. Luke's Church. $12, all you can eat. Call 410-524-7994 for more information.
Mondays: Delmarva Chorus / 6-8 p.m.
The Delmarva Chorus, a chapter under the Sweet Adelines International and under the direction of Carol Ludwig, practices every Monday at the Ocean Pines Community Center from 6 to 8 p.m. The Chorus accepts all women who love to sing, laugh and make new friends. Members entertain at civic events, charitable functions and participate in many other activities such as ways-and-means projects and social events. Other activities include Memorial/Veterans Day performances at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines, an annual American Legion convention performance in July, and the Delmarva Chorus annual fundraiser event. Call Mary at 410-208-4009 for more information.
Tuesdays: Beach Heroes Trash and Litter Clean Up / 9-10 a.m.
This volunteer group is dedicated to cleaning up Ocean City. Events are kid-friendly. Trash bags, gloves and loaner grippers are provided. Join the group on Facebook at Beach Heroes-OC for future times, dates and locations. All are welcome. Donations of 13-gallon biodegradable trash bags and grippers are gladly accepted.
Tuesdays: Sanctioned Bridge / 10 a.m.
Sanctioned bridge is held every Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center. For more information, email corski@aol.com or call 410-600-0006.
Tuesdays: Delmarva Dancing / 5:30-9 p.m.
Join this group every Tuesday and dance to the sounds of the 50s, 60s and more at the Selbyville Elks Lodge 2173, 13324 Worcester Highway (Route 113), Bishopville. The club is a non-profit corporation established to preserve and promote dancing while raising funds for donations for veterans and other charitable causes in the Delmarva region. For more information, please call Charlie at 410-465-0445. Everyone is invited.
Wednesdays: Rubber Bridge / 10 a.m.
Pines Rubber Bridge is held weekly in the Anna Foultz Room at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Call Lois West at 410-208-6974 for more information.
Wednesdays: Alanon / 7 p.m.
Weekly meetings are held at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052 for more information.
Thursdays: Pinochle / 11:30 a.m.
Play a friendly game of pinochle every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. Games are held at a different area restaurant each week. For more information, contact Diane at 610-306-3630 or Vicky at 410-208-2969.
Thursdays: Mah Jongg / 12 p.m.
Experienced Mah Jongg players are invited to stop by the Ocean Pines Community Center every Thursday at noon. For more information, call Jeanie at 410-208-6425.
Saturdays: Free Platform Tennis Lessons / 9:30 a.m.
Try a free platform tennis lesson at the platform tennis courts at the Ocean Pines Racquet Center. Platform (paddle) tennis is played year-round and has elements of tennis and racquetball. The fenced court is 1/3 the size of a tennis court. The Ocean Pines Platform Tennis Club hosts many social events and welcomes new members. All abilities are welcome, and equipment is provided. Email oppaddle2020@gmail.com for more information.
Thursdays in September Starting Sept. 8: Pine Tones Chorus / 1 p.m.
The Pine Tones Chorus is seeking new voices for its ensemble. Men and women are welcome - sopranos, altos, tenors or basses. New members are welcome to join the group any Thursday in September starting Sept. 8 at 1 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center. For more information, contact Dave Holloway at 610-213-7472 or June Todd at 443-880-3922.
Sept. 7: Ocean Pines Line Dancing 2022-23 Season Begins
Line dancing returns to the Ocean Pines Community Center gym. Beginner classes are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m.; beginner/intermediate classes are held Fridays from 9:30-11 a.m. All are invited, and no experience is needed - just bring comfortable shoes and a smile. For more information, contact Carol at 410-641-7189.
Sept. 8: Ocean Pines Garden Club Meeting / 10 a.m.
Following a summer of outdoor events and "field trips," the Ocean Pines Garden Club will once again be meeting in the Ocean Pines Community Center Assateague Room. In addition to the business meeting, there will be a plant swap (bring a plant, get a plant) and a lucky ticket auction for garden "treasures" (buy a sheet of tickets to use for bidding on donated garden-related items). Visitors are welcome. Contact co-presidents Patti Lookner (plookner@gmail.com) or Ann Shockley (rexerann@gmail.com) for more information.
Sept. 8 & 9: “A Grand Night for Singing” Auditions / 6-9 p.m.
The Ocean Pines Players is seeking three female primary singing parts and two male primary singing parts for its Nov. 18 performance of Rodgers & Hammerstein’s “A Grand Night for Singing.” Auditions will be held Sept. 8 and 9 at the Ocean Pines Community Center. For more information, email info@oceanpinesplayers.org or visit oceanpinesplayers.org.
Sept. 10: Republican Women of Worcester County Mobile Headquarters / 1-3 p.m.
Information on Republican candidates and campaign signs and materials will be available at the mobile headquarters at Bishopville Park.
Sept. 13-15: Safe Boating Class / 6-9 p.m.
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will teach the state-mandated Recreational Safe Boating Course at the Ocean Pines library. Discussions include local water knowledge, piloting, knots, boating terms, trailering, maintenance and more. Virtual courses will be held Oct. 11-13 and Nov. 8-10. To register, contact Barry Cohen at 410-935-4807 or cgauxoc@gmail.com.
Wednesdays Sept. 14-Oct 5: Free Square Dance Lessons / 7-8:45 p.m.
The Pine Steppers Square Dance Club is welcoming new students with free square dance lessons on Wednesdays, Sept. 14-Oct. 5, from 7-8:45 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center. The four introductory lessons are part of a 12-week program, which will be held on Wednesdays through Dec. 7. Visitors may stop by on Wednesdays before Sept. 15. Singles and couples are welcome. For more information, call 302-436-4033 or 908-229-8799.
Sept. 22: Republican Women of Worcester County Patriot Day Fashion Show Luncheon
Save the date for this annual event, held this year at The Grand Hotel in Ocean City. The theme will be "Honoring Local Women Who Have Served in the Armed Forces." Fashions will be presented by Bruder Hill of Berlin. All are welcome. For more information, visit the fashion show link at www.gopwomenofworcester.org or contact Merilee Horvat at 443-614-9386.
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