Despite the Forecast, Fun Brews
over Ocean Pines, Maryland
Hurricane Florence! Action Plan Issued by OP Marina
As the likelihood of damaging storm surge, flooding and wind from Hurricane Florence increases for the Delmarva Peninsula, the Ocean Pines Marina is making preparations. Read more.
storm prep! Public Works Department Preps for Storm
Ocean Pines Public Works Director Eddie Wells said, “We have started on our storm preparations for this week and weekend storm that may have some effects in our area."  Click here to read more.
save the date! Ocean Pines Health Fair with AGH, PRMC 
The 8th annual Ocean Pines Community Health Fair, which is open to the public, will be held from 8 a.m. – noon on Saturday, Oct. 6, at the Ocean Pines Community Center, located at 235 Ocean Parkway.  Click here to read more.
September 2018 Calendar
Board and Administration
Presentation Given at Sept. 8 Board Meeting
Highlights: Association's revenue was reported over budget at about $94,000. The Budget & Finance Advisory Committee has addressed Legal & Consulting fees. Bulkhead Replacement Program, Whitetail Sanctuary Crabbing Pier and more were discussed. View.
watch! Board Meeting, Finance & Budget Presentation Video
Ocean Pines Board of Directors held a Sept. 8 in the Marlin Room of the Community Center. The Budget & Finance Advisory Committee also presented its Budget Guidance. Video.
new! Forensic Audit Update
A brief summary of the forensic accounting work performed during August 2018 was newly released by Ocean Pines Director of Finance Steve Phillips. A WCBI detective and Jim Kern met with the Bank of Ocean City’s President/CEO and Vice President/Bank Security Officer. Read more.
Upcoming Board Meetings:
Regular Board Meeting, Oct. 20 at 9am, Comm. Ctr
Regular Board Meeting, Nov. 10 at 9am, Comm. Ctr
alert! Bulkhead Replacement Program Suspended Due to Storm
PINES PRIDE: We're spreading the word about the Recreation & Parks Department and the Aquatics Department with the help of Froggy 99.9 FM! Activity Guides are NOW available for pickup at the Ocean Pines Community Center.
John Bailey, general manager of OPA, was the guest speaker at the Sept. 5 meeting of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City. Club members gathered around to view drawings of the proposed changes to the Country Club.
Ocean Pines Yacht Club
Football ~ Food ~ Fueling Drinks
1 Mumford's Landing Road
Mon. - Sat. : 11am- Close
Sunday 10am- Close
Daily Happy Hour 3-6pm
Get Ready for Trivia in October!
If Rain Holds Off, Live Music
Sept. 14 - Identity Crisis, 6-10pm 
Sept. 15 - Over Time, 6-10pm
BRUNCH BUFFET ON SUNDAY!

Dinner Theatre Sat., OCT 20 at 6pm
Ovation Dinner Theatre presents a dinner & show at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club. Get your tickets today! Read more.

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book today! Let Us Host Your Holiday Party or Company Party at the O.P. Yacht Club
From black-tie banquets to holiday bashes, we have everything you need to make your special occasion come together. Call 410-641-7501 or email events@oceanpines.org for info.
register today! Salisbury University Sailing Team to Host Sailing Lessons at OP Yacht Club
Folks are invited to learn to sail or improve their sailing skills on Saturday, Sept. 29. Read more.
Ocean Pines Aquatics
Special Pool Hours of Operation, click here .
make a splash! Register for Aquatics Exercise Classes
The indoor Sports Core Pool, located at 11144 Cathell Road in Ocean Pines, is a hub of aquatic fitness activity year-round and especially in the off-season. Open to the public, the classes have drop-in rates. Click here to read more.
Swim Lessons in Ocean Pines
Open to the public! Call TODAY.
There are lots of high-fives and hand-claps from swim lesson instructors Flynn & Maria after an awesome swim lesson. For info on or to sign up for upcoming sessions, call 410-641-5255!
Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks
free special event! Big Truck Day at Veterans Memorial Park, Sept. 15, 10am-2pm
Area children and families will get an opportunity to explore a fleet of big rigs, including fire trucks, police cruisers, tractors and bucket trucks at Ocean Pines’ annual “Big Truck Day.” Read more.
register NOW! Soccer Programs to Begin in Ocean Pines
It's a fun and exciting soccer program that allows preschoolers to burn off some energy and learn soccer basics in a non-competitive environment. Socialization, simple soccer fundamentals and lots of fun are the main focus.  Click to learn more.
Upcoming Special Events, Seminars:
Pup of Pines Contest, Read More .
Fall Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market, Read More .
Live Well Academy Lecture Series, Read More .
Peenstra Antiques Appraisal Show, Read More .
Balance & Fall Prevention Seminar, Read More.
Saving for Retirement Seminar, Read More .
Ocean Pines Racquet Sports
PLAY 3 & SAVE! Ask about our combo rate
for all 3 sports!
Platform Tennis Benefit Tourn.
Benefiting "Catch a Lift Foundation," the Ocean Pines Platform Tennis Association will host a tournament on Saturday, Sept. 29. Men's Doubles and Women's Double. $45 per paddle.
Join us for a great cause.
September Introductory Beginner Clinics For Brand New Players!
• Beginner Clinics for Newbies are now scheduled for September, under the lights on the evenings below. 
• Registration for each clinic is required, by contacting John Hanberry at jhanberry@comcast.net or cell 703-598-6119. 
• The Clinics are free, but non-members must pay the $5 fee for use of the OP facility.
• Wed, Sept 12, 7-8:30pm
• Wed, Sept 19th, 7-8:30
• Fri, Sept 28th, 6-7:30pm

Announcing: September Drop-ins for Beginners & Advanced Beginners, with Instructor
• For players who have taken a Beginner Clinic, and now want to practice and start understanding strategy
• Also for Players who are just getting back into the game
• Come play Pickleball with others at your same Level
• All levels welcome
• This week: Wed, Sept 12, 5:30-6:30pm with instructor Julie. 
Ocean Pines Golf
Ocean Pines Golf Club is proud to offer the area's only championship course designed by the legendary Robert Trent Jones, Sr.
Thinking About Golf? Think Ocean Pines Golf Club!
Fall means lower prices for accommodations. Local restaurants also offer off-season specials you won't find in the summer. Couple these savings with Ocean Pines Golf Club's low rates and you'll get to experience an Eastern Shore getaway for less.   Tee Times.
50th Anniversary
Community & Organization News
Upcoming Events/Meetings:
Sept. 12: Booze Cruise
For the past 10 years, OC Ravens Roost #44 has raised money for the Atlantic General Penguin Swim by hosting various fundraisers by our "RR44 Penguin Swim Team". One of our biggest events is our annual "Bar Hop" (Booze) Cruise. Is it possible to have the attached flyer included in the next couple e-blasts that you send out? This is open to the public and all money raised goes to the AGH Penguin Swim. Cost is $35/pp and includes the Boat Ride, HH prices at the 3 bars we stop at, cash bar on board the boat and 5 raffle tickets for prizes that are pulled at each stop. Contact: 443-618-9972

Oct. 13: PANCAKE BREAKFAST, 8 -11a.m. Please Mark your calendar and plan to attend the Kiwanis Annual fall Pancake Breakfast on Saturday October 13th from 8 AM until 11 AM in the Ocean Pines Community Center Assateague Room. Featuring Great Food for Great People: Hot Pancakes, Delicious Sausages, Fresh Scrambled Eggs, OJ, Coffee or Tea for only $6 Adults, $3 under 12, and under 5 free. For tickets in advance call 410-208-6719 or from any Kiwanian OR purchase at the door. Carryout is also available. Proceeds Benefit the Youth of the Community. You can Help Kiwanis Help Kids!  

Sept. 22--Oct. 27 at 10:00 a.m.,Caregiver's Group Meetings at Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy., (corner of Rte. 611 and Snug Harbor Rd.) Berlin, MD. A support group for caregivers. Join us for coffee and conversation. More information: call Sandy 410-641-0647.