Some Many Amazing Ways to Celebrate the Holidays in Ocean Pines, Maryland
free! Santa in the Park
Excitement builds as the holiday season approaches. Santa and his little helpers have relocated their North Pole workshop to White Horse Park in Ocean Pines. Children are invited to sit on Santa’s lap and pose for a photo. Read more.
register now! "Light Up The Pines" Decorating Contest
Shine a spotlight on the season by entering into our dazzling, illuminating "Light Up the Pines" home decorating contest in Ocean Pines. Entries will be judged on social media, starting Dec. 10. Read more.
save the date! Swim with Santa in Ocean Pines, Md.
Santa’s back for his annual visit to the Sports Core Pool on Saturday, Dec. 8. Waterproof your Christmas list and jump in. Have your picture taken with Santa at the indoor, heated pool. Read more.
this weekend! Hometown Christmas Tree Lighting
Add some fun to your holidays with a visit to the Community Center where you and your family can enjoy breakfast with Santa Claus and Mrs. Claus. The event is open to the public. Read more.
November 2018 Calendar
Board and Administration
READ! According to a report that was prepared by the Director of Finance, the Association had a POSITIVE operating fund variance for October of $22,851. Click here to view the report.
OPA is soliciting proposals to provide Insurance Broker Services for the community, which we anticipate will be a 5-year contract. Click here to find the Request for Proposals.
Upcoming Board Meetings:
Regular Board Meeting, Dec. 1 at 9am, Comm. Ctr
Ocean Pines Yacht Club
Holiday Live Entertainment:
Nov. 30, Blind Wind from 7-10 pm
Dec. 1, Full Circle (Duo) from 7-10 pm
www.OPYachtClub.com

Happenings at the Yacht Club:
New Year's Eve Celebration is BOOKED-UP!
Trivia Night is back on Nov. 29
Daily Happy Hours: 3 - 6 p.m.

Dine on Sundays & Save:
We're offering 20% off customers' entire food check from 4 pm- Close. Food only.
Ocean Pines Aquatics
Sports Core Pool
Year-Round Indoor Heated Public Pool
Mon-Thur 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-9pm and Sunday 10am-5pm
give a try! Trampoline Classes
Aqua fitness classes, which include 💧💦 underwater treadmills and trampolines target every muscle in the body with zero impact on joints, making it ideal for those recovering from injuries. Call 410-641-5255 for more.
Host Your Parties at the Sports Core Pool in Ocean Pines
We'll provide a long party table, reserved tables & lifeguard staff - you bring the music, food and beverages. We also offer mermaid and character packages for an additional charge. Private parties available. Learn more.
We have AMAZING Staff!
Sports Core Swim Lessons
We love to showcase our many hardworking staff in the Aquatics Department. Ocean Pines Aquatics offers lots of great group swim lessons, but did you know that we also teach private lessons? 😀🌞🏊‍♂️🏊‍♀️
Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks
NYC Holiday Bus Trip | Dec. 1| Click for more.
Bus Trip to Wallops Island | Dec. 4| Click for more.
Full Body Sculpt | Nov. 28 - Jan. 23| Click for more.
Radiation Oncology Lecture
The Ocean Pines Live Well Academy, sponsored by Peninsula Regional Medical Center, will be available for Ocean Pines residents and guests. Mark your calendar -- Dec. 5 from 3-4 pm; Radiation Oncology will be discussed at the Community Center.
Ocean Pines Racquet Sports
Ask about our combo rate for all 3 sports!
Pickleball * Platform Tennis * Tennis
Message from Colby Phillips, Director
I hope this finds everyone having a wonderful fall so far. Now if we can get rid of some of this rain that would be ideal! The last few months I have been working on the various budgets of the depts I oversee. For our Pickleball budget going into next fiscal year there is not much change in expenses... Read more.
Ocean Pines Golf
golf tourney! Santa's Open Returns to Ocean Pines in Dec.
Area golfers can enjoy golf, fun and holiday cheer at the 26th annual Santa’s Open golf tournament to benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore on Saturday, Dec. 1 at Ocean Pines Golf Club. The fee per golfer is $75. Click here to read more.
Take a Swing, Off-Season Rates Starting at $30
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.
Community & Organization News
Ocean Pines & Ocean City Chambers Celebrates Plak That
Plak That has grown and unveiled its new showroom, new technology/products on Small Business Saturday. A Ribbon Cutting was held and promotional offers were available.
With holiday festivities filling up the calendar in December, Ocean City is adding to the holiday cheer with the 36th Annual Ocean City Christmas Parade marching along Coastal Highway on Saturday, Dec. 1. The holiday parade starts at 11 a.m. on Old Landing Road and marches northbound in the southbound lanes of Coastal Highway 
Stephen Decatur High School students and staff as well as the organizations of Connections, Leo Club and NJROTC joined forces with the American Legion Post #166 for the sixth annual presentation of “Packages for our Troops.” SDHS filled two trucks with various toiletries and other amenities for the U.S. military.
Upcoming Events/Meetings:
Nov. 28-29, Dec. 5-6, Dec. 12-13: Christmas; Ornament Fundraiser
6-8 p.m. Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary fundraiser. Blow your own glass ball ornament. Jeffrey Auxer Design Studio, 19 Jefferson St. (behind the Atlantic Hotel), Berlin. Cost: $30. Must pre-register: 443-880-4944. Choose your own color or your favorite NFL team colors. Space is limited.

Nov. 29: Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic; School Holiday Fashion Show, 5:30-8:30 p.m. Tickets include a seated dinner by Le Donne Cucina and a glass of wine. Fashion, shopping, raffles, holiday fun. Tickets: $40 in advance or $45 at the door. 410-208-1600 or www.mostblessedsacramentschool.com.

Nov. 30-Dec. 1: Holiday Shopping Specials; AGH Thrift Shop
10452 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin. Lots of new and gently used holiday gift items, Jewelry, toys, dishware, games and more. Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus will visit the shop on Saturday, Dec. 1, from 11 a.m.-2 p.m. 410-641-1238.

Dec. 3: Community Holiday Sing-Along
7 p.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Featuring the Delmarva Chorus.