June 29, 2020
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COVID-19 Updates
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Recent News
July 4 Fireworks Postponed Until September
The Ocean Pines community's annual fireworks display, originally scheduled for July 4, has been postponed until Saturday, Sept. 5 at Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines. More details to come!
All Ocean Pines Pools Now Open
All Ocean Pines outdoor pools and the indoor Sports Core Pool are now open.
Outdoor pools are open on a first-come, first-served basis with limited capacity. Read more.
Youth Soccer, T-Ball Summer Sessions Begin Soon
The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department is bringing back two youth programs for the summer. Soccer begins July 22; t-ball begins July 23. Read more.
Highlights from the June 23 Special Board Meeting
Video for the June 23 special Ocean Pines Association Board meeting is now available online. The meeting was held virtually using the Microsoft Teams platform.  Read more.
OPA Board to Consider Short-Term Rental Ban, Stronger Options for Enforcement
A discussion on Tuesday night about repeat violations at one Ocean Pines home turned into a broader debate about short-term rentals in the community. It also served as a preview for the July 1 Board meeting, when Directors will consider banning rentals of less than one week.  Read more.
Reminder: Assessment Payment Could Impact Voter Status
The Ocean Pines Elections Committee is reminding homeowners that paying assessments by the voting eligibility deadline, July 1, is a prerequisite to vote in this year’s election. Read more.
No Recreational Walking, Biking on Golf Course
Ocean Pines residents and guests are reminded that walking and biking are not allowed while the course is open for play. Nongolfers are not permitted on the course both for safety, and for business reasons. Read more.
Comcast Update: June 29
Comcast this week continues to work on infrastructure in several areas of Ocean Pines. Additionally, residents in Sectors 1 and 2 are now eligible to sign up for service. Read more.
Wor. Co. Health Dept. to Host Scavenger Hunt and Walk Event
The Worcester County Health Department will host a self-directed "Just Walk" scavenger hunt on July 25 at three area parks. Read more.
Update from Governor Hogan on COVID-19: “We Must All Continue To Remain Vigilant”
Governor Larry Hogan on Thursday issued an update to Marylanders regarding the state’s ongoing response to COVID-19. Read more.
Census Officials Focus on Secondary Homeowners in Worcester County
The U.S. Census Bureau wants to assure that all housing units are contacted and the occupants properly counted. Even secondary homeowners should respond, even though they have completed the Census at their primary residence. Read more.
Opportunity to Serve the Ocean Pines Community
Ocean Pines Association Vice President Steve Tuttle has provided a commentary about the importance of serving on the Board of Directors. The deadline for candidates to register in this year's Board election has been extended to July 3.  Read more.
Board and Administration


Regular Board Meeting
Wednesday, July 1, 7 p.m.

Board Candidate Registration Deadline Extended
The candidate registration deadline for the 2020 Board of Directors election has been extended to July 3. This year, two seats are available in the Board election, with the two highest vote-getters each earning a three-year term.  Read more.

 Advisory Committee Members Needed
The Strategic Planning Advisory Committee is seeking new members. If you are interested in participating in this committee, please email Michelle Bennett at mbennett@oceanpines.org.
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Dine in Ocean Pines
Ocean Pines Yacht Club
Open 11am Daily
Happy Hour 3-6pm Daily



Note: Reservations are not being taken at this time.
Guests will be served on a first-come, first-served basis only.

Live Music on the Yacht Club Patio | 6-10pm
July 1
Sons of Pirates
July 2
Over Time
July 3
Tranzfusion
July 4
Eclipse
Journey Tribute
July 5
Great Train
Robbery
Ocean Pines Beach Club
Open 11am-6pm Daily

The Clubhouse Bar and Grille
Open 8am-6pm Daily
Community & Organization News
Upcoming Events/Meetings
The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop Now Open
The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop is now open Saturdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m.- 3 p.m. Masks are required, and only credit card payments are currently accepted. The shop is located in White Horse Park next to the Ocean Pines Administration Building.

Shepherd's Nook & Flea Market Open
The Shepherd's Nook and Flea Market at the Community Church at Ocean Pines and Sarah's Pantry are open. All facilities require that masks be worn inside. The Nook will be restricted to 8 customers entering at a time and the flea market will be limited to 5 customers at a time. The direct phone number for the Nook and Sarah's Pantry is 410-641-8392. Hours of operation are Wednesday through Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

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.

July 23: Republican Women of Worcester County Red, White and Blue Luncheon/Meeting
The July Red, White and Blue Luncheon and General Meeting of the Republican Women of Worcester County will be held at the Carousel Hotel in Ocean City. The guest speakers will be Diana Waterman, president of Maryland Federation of Republican Women, and Maryland State Senator Mary Beth Carozza. The cost of the luncheon is $22 per person. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; the meeting begins at 11 a.m. To make a reservation, please visit www.gopwomenofworcester.org. Pay online, or send a check to RWWC, PO Box 122, Berlin, MD 21811. Reservations must be made by July 16.

August 1: Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce 13th Annual Flounder Tournament
Lines in at 7 a.m., lines out at 3 p.m. Weigh-in at the Ocean Pines Marina (behind the Yacht Club) from 12-4 p.m. 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place, plus calcuttas. $45 per angler, or $40 each groups of two or more. Register online by July 31 at oceanpineschamber.org.

Canceled: August 1 - Pine'eer Summer Arts & Crafts Festival