Ocean Pines Continues to Shine as
Premier Community
Packing an incredible line-up of events and programs, as well as public amenities, Ocean Pines reigns as a top-rated community on Delmarva.
let us host your banquet, party or wedding!
Venues at Ocean Pines
Under new management, Venues at Ocean Pines looks to draw in area organizations, clubs and businesses.
Email events@OceanPines.org for more information.
Bus Trip: Virginia International
Tattoo, Sunday, April 29
The 2018 Tattoo will remember and celebrate those who have been awarded the Nation’s highest honor – The Congressional Medal of Honor.
new community-wide event! Ocean Pines Bay Day
Sunday, May 20 at 11:30am-3pm
Walk through a life-size replica of a whale, enjoy free boat rides and kayaking, meet wild critters and listen to educational discussions on how we can save the bay! It's a free public event at White Horse Park.
April 2018 Calendar
Board and Administration
Ocean Pines Featured on WGMD Talk Radio Station
PINES PRIDE: Marketing and PR Director Denise Sawyer was able to promote our award-winning community and its public amenities live on 92.7 WGMD The Talk of Delmarva today. We would like to thank WGMD for its continued support of The Pines.
Mr. Bailey Speaks to Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines/Ocean City
Ocean Pines General Manager John Bailey visited the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines – Ocean City as the guest speaker at the weekly meeting April 18, 2018 in the Ocean Pines Community Center. 
WATCH: Town Hall Meeting
Held on Thursday, April 19
Please look to this web page for live streams of the Board of Directors, town hall meetings and work sessions in Ocean Pines. The town hall video is being updated with amplified audio.
The Association had a positive operating fund variance for March 2018. Revenues, total expenses and new capital were under budget. 
The Association invites qualified bidders to submit proposals for street line painting for designated roadways in Ocean Pines.
The Candidate Information Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, April 26 at 7 p.m. in the East Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center, located at 235 Ocean Parkway. The meeting aims to outline the function of the Search Committee and responsibilities of Board members, describe the qualifications of the candidates, and receive input from attendees about finding interested candidates. Click here to read more.
Regular Board Meeting , April 28 at 10 am, Community Center
Regular Board Meeting , May 24 at 7 pm, Community Center
Regular Board Meeting , June 23 at 10 am, Community Center
Regular Board Meeting , July 27 at 10 am, Community Center
Ocean Pines Police
SCAM ALERT: O.P. is Target
Residents be aware of a person of interest who is calling and asking for donations on behalf of the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department. If you are called or have any details, please contact the Ocean Pines Police Department at 410.641.7747.
50th Anniversary
PRMC to Present O.P. 50th Anniversary Committee
with $12,000 Check 

WHEN : Thursday, April 26 at 10 a.m.
WHERE: Delmarva Health Pavilion, located at 11101 Cathage Road in Ocean Pines, MD
WHAT: PRMC will present 50th Anniversary Committee with $12,000 check
register! Anniversary Parade
Saturday, June 2 at 10 am
free! Community Day
Saturday, June 2 at 1 pm
The Anniversary Committee is now accepting registration for parade participants. The committee invites marching bands, local businesses, organizations, clubs, groups and families to register.
Ocean Pines Yacht Club
The Marketing & PR Department is working to create a new website for the Ocean Pines Yacht Club -- separate from the Ocean Pines Association website. We want the new Ocean Pines Yacht Club experience to be inviting, easy and of quality. More info is forthcoming.
Get ready for the May 17 reopening!
Co-founders and managing partners of Matt Ortt Companies assured residents at a standing-room-only town hall meeting that the newly hired management company is doing what it can to improve the food and beverage operations at the Beach Club and Yacht Club.
Ocean Pines Beach Club
Beach Club to Open on May 25
The Beach Club, which covers the ocean-side block of land between 49th and 50th streets in Ocean City, Md., will host a private soft opening on Thursday, May 17. The three-level cedar shake building will then open to the Membership on Friday, May 25.
Ocean Pines Aquatics
Sports Core Pool, 11144 Cathell Rd, Ocean Pines, MD
410.641.5255
now hiring! Swim Instructors 
Join our team this summer. 
Red Cross Certified Swim Instructors are needed for individual and group lessons part-time mornings, evenings, and/or Saturdays. For more info, call the Sports Core Pool at 410.641.5255.
new event! Mother-Son Swim
Friday, MAY 4 • 6-8:00pm
Sports Core Pool
Come enjoy a night with your little sons swimming & making crafts! Cost includes moms & all of her sons. Pizza, cookies & keepsake photo are included in the price! Call 410.641.5255 for info.
new! DIVE-IN MOVIE:
“THE INCREDIBLES”
Saturday, May 12 at 6-8:00pm
Sports Core Pool
Come watch “The Incredibles” before “The Incredibles 2” hits theaters in June! Come swim with us while a movie plays on our inflatable screen! Fun for the whole family! Call 410.641.5255.
register now! DEEP WATER SWIMMIN WIMMIN
This impact-free workout combines aerobic exercise, stretching &
some strength-training with styrofoam dumbells. Note: Max. of 12
students. Participants must provide their own flotation belts & noodles.
Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks
Bus Trip: Philadelphia
Friday, May 18
Spend the day in The City of Brotherly Love!! Philly has so much to offer: a historic area, a zoo, the Italian Market and one of the many museums.
Ocean Pines Racquet Sports
PLAY 3 & SAVE! Ask about our combo rate
for all 3 sports!
Tennis Tournaments in Ocean Pines this Summer
Mark your calendars for Ocean Pines Tennis Club-sponsored tournaments! Open to the public; $20 for non-members.

Saturday, May 26 8:30 am - Davis Cup
Saturday, July 7 9 am - Breakfast at Wimbledon, Round Robin
Saturday, July 28 8:30 am - Doubles Scramble Tournament
Ocean Pines Public Works/CPI took advantage of the great weather to roll the Har-Tru tennis courts.
We're getting ready to get our Har-Tru tennis courts ready for the season!
Don't Delay!
Now is the time to get your
O.P. Annual Pickleball Membership!
Membership runs May 1, 2018 - April 30, 2019
(Note: New Daily Play Fee for Non-Members)

Effective 5/1/18, Annual OP Pickleball Membership includes:
• unlimited Outdoor Play on 8 courts at the OP Racquet Center
• unlimited Indoor Play on 2 courts, during times when Rec & Parks allocates weekly gym time to Pickleball Players 

Resident Pickleball Membership Rates
• Individual $150
• Family $250
Non-Resident OP Pickleball Membership Rates
• Individual $195
• Family $325

Non-Members - Daily Play Fee for Outdoor or Indoor Play in Ocean Pines
• OP Residents $5
• Non-Residents $7

Pickleball Memberships can be purchased at the Ocean Pines Administration Building, 235 Ocean Parkway. Ph #410-641-7717 (M-F, 8am-5pm; & in summer, also Sat 8-noon) 
OCEAN PINES PLATFORM TENNIS: Platform tennis members held a goodbye luncheon for long-time member Coralee Powell.
Ocean Pines Golf
register now! PGA JR. LEAGUE GOLF this summer
We will be competing against other teams in the area & enjoying golf in a fun, social & inclusive atmosphere. The season will consist of competitions, practices & the opportunity for advancement to post-season play. ALL participants will play in every competition & advanced skills are not required. If your child can drive, chip or putt, we have a role for them on our JLG team!

AGES: 13 & Under (Boys & Girls)
WHEN: JUNE–JULY (regular season)
TIME: TBD
WHERE: Golf courses in the Berlin/Ocean City area
PROGRAM SUPERVISOR: Golf Pro & staff
FEE: $125 per player (includes 2 team jerseys, hat, t-shirt, bag tag & drawstring bag)
TO REGISTER: Call the Golf Pro Shop at 410.641.6057 or register at oceanPinesGolf.org.
Farmers & Artisans Market
new! Ocean Pines Adds New Mid-Week Market
Shop at largest Farmers & Artisans Market
A popular year-round farmers market that is deeply rooted in Worcester County sprouts a new seasonal mid-week market in Ocean Pines. Click to read more.
help needed! Looking for Market Volunteers
A popular year-round farmers market that is deeply rooted in Worcester County sprouts a new seasonal mid-week market in Ocean Pines. Click to read more.
Community & Organization News
Kiwanis Walks for Abused Children: Sunday April 22nd, 2018 was the day for the 5th Annual Cricket center Walk on the Ocean City boardwalk. The Cricket Center is Worcester county’s child advocacy center serving abused children.. Kiwanis had a team walking for abused children. (L-R) Seated: Dan Peletier, Pat Winkelmayer, Barb Peletier, Carolyn Dryzga standing Tom Southwell, Sue Wineke and Katie and Jeremy Goetzinger. KIWANIS: “ Serving the Children of the World”.
Ocean City Center For The Arts Hosts First Friday Art Opening
The Ocean City Center for the Arts hosted a First Friday art opening on April 6. The event included the presentation of awards for the annual juried Corporate Partner Show and for the annual Anime/Manga student art show with cosplay costuming. 
Past Fire Chief Honored With Memorial Scholarship In His Name
Past Fire Chief Steve White of the Parsonsburg Volunteer Fire Company will be honored with a memorial scholarship in his name for his many contributions to the community. 
Upcoming Events/Meetings:
April Mondays And Saturdays: Free Worcester County Tutoring
5-7 p.m. Mondays; 9-11 a.m. Saturdays. Any student from fifth to 10th grades. Mathematics and Englsih. Worcester County Library, Ocean Pines branch, 11107 Cathell Rd. Information/-sign-up: 410-880-3272 or OceanPinesTutors-@gmail.com.

April 23: TOPS Meeting
5:30-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a heal-thy lifestyle.410-641-0157.

April 28: Church Rummage Sale
7 a.m.-1 p.m. Ocean City Presbyterian Church, 1301 Philadelphia Ave.

April 28: Family Fun Day, Spring Fair
11 a.m.-2 p.m. SonRise Church’s new property at Main Street and Route 50, Berlin. Free, open to all. Fun, games, moon bounces, food and music.

April 28: Luncheon
10 a.m.-2 p.m. Powellville Volunteer Fire Company. Soups and sandwiches, oyster sandwich-es, bake table. Benefits Friendship UMC. All are welcome.

April 28: FORGE Bowling Challenge
2 p.m. Eastern Shore Lanes, Pocomoke. Cost: $20 includes pizza and soda. Prizes awarded to top adult and youth bowlers. Proceeds benefit FORGE Youth and Family Academy. info@forgeyouth.org.

April 28: Community Sale
7:30 a.m.-noon. Driveways of residents of The Parke at Ocean Pines, a community of 503 homes. Residents will be selling their treasures including clothes, lamps, artwork, household items, electronics, furniture and more. Maps available on that day at the main entrance of The Parke, Central Parke West, located off of Ocean Parkway, south entrance of Ocean Pines. Rain date: May 5. 410-208-4994.

May 7: AARP Chapte 4509 Meeting
The meeting starts at 10am. Social time is 09:30am. To be held at the Community Center in the Assateague room. This month's guest speaker will be Melissa Bragg firefighter with the Ocean Pines Fire Department.. Her topic will be safely in your home. Also a follow up on the drug grouping of prescription drug law. Special guests Senator Jim Mathis and Tammy Bresnahan, to bring us up tp date/. So bring a friend or neighbor to the meeting. For this month,don't forget to bring food for Diakonia.

Kiwanis Opens Duck “Race” Season: Time for the ducks! Kiwanis begins their “Duck Race” season by selling $5 entries for the August 24th race to benefit Kiwanis Children’s programs like scholarships and student leadership clubs in local schools. Buy tickets NOW and until the race. Win up to $3000 if all 1200 ducks are sold by splitting the pot in half. The race will again be held at Frontier Town Lazy River on Rt. 611. Winner does not have to be present! CALL: 410-973-1233 for tickets or purchase at many Ocean Pines events from now until the race, like “Summer Concerts in the Park”, Ocean Pines 50th Anniversary events, 4th of July and others. Try your luck, buy a duck!