Countdown to Christmas in
Ocean Pines, Maryland
this weekend! Santa Parade along the Parkway, Dec. 22
Area children will see Santa trade in his red sleigh for a red firetruck Saturday, Dec. 22 at 6 p.m. This is the 2nd annual Santa Parade along Ocean Parkway. Fire officials said this event has become highly anticipated.  Read more.
this week! Santa in the Park for FREE Photos, Holiday Wishes
Children can deliver handwritten letters and whisper holiday wishes to Santa Claus at his toy-lover’s dream home at 235 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines. Santa’s House will be open for visits on Dec. 20, 21 and 22 from 6 – 8 p.m. Read more.
this weekend! Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market
The marketplace will feature all the holiday foods for a festive season and a wonderful selection of locally made gifts from our artisans and crafters. Select from a wonderful array of unique, handcrafted, original creations. That perfect gift is just waiting to be found! Read more.
Look Back at 50th Anniversary Sock Hop Dance Party in Ocean Pines, Maryland
December 2018 Calendar
Board and Administration
The Ocean Pines Association invites qualified bidders to submit proposals for the replacement of existing drain pipe located under Boston Drive adjacent to 82 Boston Drive in Ocean
Pines. Read more.
The Ocean Pines Association invites qualified bidders to submit proposals for the repair of existing bulkhead at Westfield Circle Tax Map 16 Parcel 47 various lots and Wood Duck
Drive Tax Map 21 Parcel 260 Lots 84-86 in Ocean Pines. Read more.
voting underway! Visit the Homes, Vote on Facebook
Voting continues in this year's "Light Up the Pines" home decorating contest in Ocean Pines. Visit the homes listed as contestants. List of Contestants
Upcoming Board Meetings:
Regular Board Meeting, January TBA
Admin Building Closed Dec. 24 & 25
Ocean Pines Yacht Club
Important Announcement:
OPEN Dec. 26-Jan. 1
CLOSED Jan. 2-18
www.OPYachtClub.com

MAJOR SAVINGS AT THE YACHT CLUB:
On Jan. 1, we'll be offering 50% off ALL food items! 
Sundays at the Yacht Club:
Get to the Yacht Club every Sunday in December from 4pm - close for our Sunday Supper. Get endless garlic bread & family-style salad plus our build your own pasta bowl for ONLY 12.95++!
Ocean Pines Aquatics
Sports Core Pool
Year-Round Indoor Heated Public Pool
Mon-Thur 10am-8pm, Fri-Sat 10am-9pm and Sunday 10am-5pm
register now! One-Day Jr. Lifeguard Event in Ocean Pines
Spend the day at the Sports Core Pool learning how to be a junior lifeguard on Thursday, December 27. This one-day event will help kids build a foundation of knowledge, attitude and skills that are needed to be a responsible volunteer and future lifeguard.  Read more.
sign up! Aqua Circuit Class
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.
holiday exercises! Drop Into Water Workout Classes
With the holidays and new year around the corner, feel energized and look fit this holiday season with our Aquatics Holiday Drop-Ins that are offered at the Sports Core Pool in Ocean Pines. The pool is heated and open to the public. Read more.
Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks
Full Body Sculpt | now - Jan. 23| Click for more.
Hoopsters Basketball League
Our Hoopsters Basketball League is for boys and girls ages 7-13. They will practice one night during the week and games are on Saturdays beginning January 12. There is a skills session for each age group. Click here for more.
Hockey Game, Feb. 24
See the 2018 Stanley Cup Champions, the Washington Capitals, play the New York Rangers! Tickets are in Section 428 between Rows H-M. Tickets are $95/pp and include a Caps T-Shirt. Open to public. Read more.
Ocean Pines Racquet Sports
Ask about our combo rate for all 3 sports!
Pickleball * Platform Tennis * Tennis
2018 OP Pickleball Toy Drive
As the Pickleball Club continues to grow, so does its generosity to the local Toys for Tots campaign in Ocean Pines. For the third year in a row, the Club has donated toys to this worthy charity. The Club collected toys during its annual Holiday Party and had well over 100 toys.
Ocean Pines Golf
Wet Weather May Lead to Temporary Driving Range Closure
When we've experienced a lot of wet weather, we may have to temporarily close the driving range - even if it's a sunny day. Although we're mats-only through the winter, the range itself can hold a lot of water, causing balls to get plugged once they're hit.

If we've had rain recently, we recommend you call the Golf Shop at 410-641-6057 before you head over to make sure the range is open. Happy hitting.
consider joining! Ocean Pines Men's Golf Association
The Ocean Pines Men's Golf Association seems to brighten up the course. ☀️☀️ Consider joining this group of men if you're looking to meet new folks while having some fun on the greens in Ocean Pines.
Find a wide selection of golf hats to perfectly complement your game at Ocean Pines Golf Club. Shop our collection at Pro Shop just in time for the holiday season.
Warm up to the idea of stocking your closet with the best quality of golf clothing. Shop for men's apparel at Ocean Pines Golf Club, 100 Clubhouse Drive.
Community & Organization News
Anglers of the Year awards !
The Ocean Pines Anglers Club presented their Anglers of the Year awards at the December meeting.   The 2018 winners with qualifying fish are:
Striped Bass – 37” – John Dilworth
Bluefish – 18” – Kevin Welkner
Tautog – 17-1/2” – John McFalls
Flounder – 24-3/4” -- Kevin Welkner
Tuna – 44-1/4” – Rich Patschorke     
Black Sea Bass – 19-1/2” – Frank Watkins
Croaker – 12-1/4” -- Kevin Welkner
Black Drum – 31” -- Tom Nelson
Largemouth Bass – 25” – Chuck Tornetta 
Fresh Water Trout – 17-1/2” – Walt Klein
NEIGHBORS HAVING A GREAT TIME | The "Jingle Party" in Ocean Pines at Shelly and Stephen's shows just how neighbors love to meet, greet and dance the night away. Thank you George Ball for sharing this photo.
SO MUCH FUN | The Ocean Pines Pickleball Holiday Party was held on Dec. 12 and was a blast. A HUGE thank you to Teri Westbrook and Kathi Gotesman for their amazing Party Planning talents.
Pine'eer Crafter of the Month
The Pine'eer Craft Club of Ocean Pines is pleased to announce the Crafter of the Month for December is Nancy Burkett. The Crafts Shop in Ocean Pines is open Saturday 9am-3pm, Sunday 10am-3pm and Fridays 4:30pm - 7:30pm.  Click here to read more.
"A Kiwanis Thank You!"
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines- Ocean City thanks Ocean Pines employees, Norbert Violante and Caroline Markel, for their dedicated work.
Upcoming Events/Meetings:
Second Monday Of Month: Ocean Pines Camera Club at 7 p.m. Ocean Pines branch library. Monthly get-together to share photos, tips, programs. Group goes on a photo shoot the Saturday following meeting and hosts a hands-on workshop the last Thursday of each month. Professional and amateur photographers and new members welcome. Meets second Monday of each month.

Dec. 17: Ocean Pines Pickleball Club Clinic 2-3:30 p.m.
Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Free for beginners, but participants are asked to pay a $5 drop-in fee for use of the gym facility. Introductory class for first-time pickleball players and covers rules, terminology, primary skills, coordination and more. Equipment is provided. Jhanberry@comcast.net or phone/-text at 703-598-6119. 
 
Dec. 20: Worcester NAACP Meeting, 6 p.m.: Executive Board; 7 p.m.: general meeting. Snow Hill Library, 307 N. Washington St., Snow Hill. Nominations for 2019-2021 officers presented, elections Jan. 17. Charles Weaver of the Worcester County Historical Society will update on the Judy Johnson Memorial to be installed at the library. 410-213-1956.