November 23, 2020
Thank you to Anne Hopewell for sharing this picture of the pond at Bainbridge Park.

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COVID-19 Updates
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Recent News
Highlights from Nov. 20 OPA Board meeting
Video for the Nov. 20 special Ocean Pines Association Board meeting is now available online. The meeting was held in the Assateague Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center. Read more.
Highlights from Nov. 18 OPA Board meeting
Video for the Nov. 18 regular Ocean Pines Association Board meeting is now available online. The meeting was held in the Assateague Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center. Read more.
Work group to review OPA Bylaws
A small work group will lead an effort to review and clean up Ocean Pines Association Bylaws, based on a Board of Directors discussion during a public meeting on Wednesday night. Read more.
GM report highlights positive financials
General Manager John Viola on Wednesday delivered further good financial news for the current fiscal year, as well as an update on efforts to draft a budget for the next fiscal period. Read more.
Tree lighting ceremony to become ‘virtual’ event
Ocean Pines announced this week that the 10th annual Hometown Christmas Tree Lighting, sponsored by Xfinity and scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 28, would become a virtual event.  Read more.
Yacht Club statement: New Year's Eve plans on pause
The Ocean Pines Yacht Club announced last week that it will pause its plans for a New Year’s Eve celebration, based on the latest executive order from Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan. Read more.
Scholarship opportunities for local high school golfers
Applications for 2021 college scholarships awarded by members of the Ocean Pines Golf Club are now available through guidance offices at Stephen Decatur High School and Worcester Preparatory School. Read more.
Women's Club update
The Women's Club of Ocean Pines has released information about the organization's upcoming meetings and events. Read more.
Sports Core, Community Center holiday hours
The Sports Core Pool will close at 2 p.m. on Wednesday, Nov. 25 and will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26. It will resume normal hours on Friday, Nov. 27. The Community Center will be closed Nov. 26-27. It will reopen on Saturday, Nov. 28 from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Fall leaf collection begins this week
Ocean Pines Public Works will collect leaves and yard debris Nov. 23 through Dec. 18. Additionally, the Public Works yard will be open Nov. 28 through Dec. 31, Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. until 3 p.m., and Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Read more.
Comcast Update: Nov. 23
Comcast this week continues to work on infrastructure in several areas of Ocean Pines. Additionally, residents in Sectors 1-4 are now eligible to sign up for service. Read more.
Updated: Comcast continues in-person solicitations
Comcast representatives will continue knocking on doors in Ocean Pines, working through several sectors as their service area grows with new infrastructure installation. Read more.
'No-Scam November' initiative launched by Vulnerable Adult Task Force
The Worcester County Vulnerable Adult Task Force is pleased to announce the continued efforts of this multi-disciplinary team to educate and raise awareness about common fraud schemes with the “No-Scam November” Initiative. Read more.
Gov. Hogan announces MD COVID Alert surpasses 1 million subscribers
Gov. Larry Hogan last week announced that since the Maryland Department of Health launched MD COVID Alert, more than 1 million Marylanders have subscribed to the COVID-19 exposure notifications express system. Read more.
Gov. Hogan announces hospital surge measures, statewide capacity restrictions
With widespread community transmission across the state and surging COVID-19 metrics across the country, Gov. Larry Hogan last week announced actions to prevent overburdening the state’s healthcare system and to keep more Marylanders from dying. Read more.
Board and Administration

Ocean Pines Administration Offices Closed
Nov. 26-27 in Observance of Thanksgiving


Regular Board Meeting
Saturday, Dec. 19 at 9 a.m.
Ocean Pines Community Center Assateague Room


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.
Upcoming Events
get fit! Hydrorider Aqua Bikes
Limited drop-in spaces are available in the Tuesday/Thursday Hydrorider aqua bike 10 a.m. and 6 p.m. sessions at the Sports Core Pool. $8 per class for Ocean Pines swim members, $10 for Ocean Pines residents and $12 for non-residents. Call 410-641-5255 to confirm availability. Read more.
new session! Zumba
This low-impact, high-energy aerobic exercise program incorporates Latin rhythms, oldies and pop songs. New sessions will be held at the Community Center on Tuesdays, Nov. 24-Dec. 29 from 8:30-9:15 a.m. and Wednesdays, Nov. 25-Dec. 30 from 4:30-5:15 p.m. Call 410-641-7052 to register. Read more.
shop! Thanksgiving Market
On Tuesday, Nov. 24 from 9 a.m. to noon, the Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market will hold special pop-up market day. Shoppers can pick up special orders and last-minute Thanksgiving items, including groceries and artisan and craft items. Read more.
fitness! Swimmin Wimmin
Drop in for Ocean Pines' longest-running water aerobics class - it's not just for women! Drop in on Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays from 8-8:50 a.m. at the Sports Core Pool. Shallow water and deep water sessions are available. $5 for Ocean Pines swim members, $6 for Ocean Pines residents and $7 for non-residents. Read more.
new! Youth Jazz Dancing
Boys and girls ages 9-14 can learn jazz moves from a member of Salisbury University's Dance Company. A new session will be held on Wednesdays beginning Dec. 2 from 5:30-6:30 p.m. at the Community Center. Call 410-641-7052 to register. Read more.
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new! Adult Jazz Dancing
Learn jazz moves and advance your skills every week in a fun environment! A new session will be held on Wednesdays beginning Dec. 2 from 6:30-7:30 p.m. at the Community Center. Spaces are limited - call 410-641-7052 to register. Read more.
play! Fall/Winter Golf Rates
Reduced fall and winter rates are now in effect at Ocean Pines Golf Club. The current 18-hole rate for Ocean Pines residents (with an Ocean Pines resident ID card) is $30; the public rate is $35. Prices are good all day and include the use of a cart. Call 410-641-6057 for tee times. Read more.
give! Ocean Pines Aquatics Angel Tree
Make the holidays brighter for local families. Stop by the Sports Core Pool, select an ornament from the tree, and return your wrapped gift by Dec. 18. Read more.
give! Be a Santa to a Senior
Help fulfill the holiday wishes of area seniors by selecting an ornament from the tree at the Community Center. An online gift-giving option is also available! Sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care and the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department. Read more.
See what else is happening in Ocean Pines!

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Dine in Ocean Pines
Ocean Pines Yacht Club

Open Thur-Sun at 11am*
Trivia Every Thursday 6-8pm*
Call 410-641-7501 for Reservations

$50 Family Meals Every Sunday
Carryout Only
The Clubhouse Bar and Grille

Open Thur-Sun 8am-6pm
Watch All Football Games on
10 Big TVs Every Sunday!

*Please note that the Yacht Club will be closed on Thursday, Nov. 26 for regular dining and trivia. Those who have pre-ordered Thanksgiving family meals may remain in their cars when they arrive at the Yacht Club to pick up their orders - meals will be delivered curbside.
Yacht Club Lunch & Dinner Specials
Lunch: 11am-4pm | Dinner: 4-10pm
Community & Organization News
Upcoming Events/Meetings
The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop Now Open
The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop is 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.

Ocean Pines Garden Club Meetings
The Ocean Pines Garden Club has been holding ZOOM meetings and planning activities while keeping COVID-19 safety measures in mind. The club also has a multi-page newsletter that goes out to members each month. The "Bloomin' News" is full of garden hints, local information and links to outside environmental and gardening sources. New members are always welcome. For more information, contact President Patti Lookner at plookner@gmail.com.

Wednesdays through Dec. 23: Kiwanis Food Collection / 9 a.m.-noon
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City will collect donations of non-perishable food items for Diakonia.

Saturdays in November and December: Kiwanis Fundraiser Lanterns / 9 a.m.-noon
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City will be selling lanterns at the Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market in White Horse Park. Large lanterns sell for $40 and are battery operated with a remote to change the lighting patterns. Two versions are available: "Peace on Earth" with a red bow and tree on the front and "Fall" with a brown bow and leaves on the front. Inserts can be purchased to change the messages to suit the season. A smaller solar lantern is available for $30. Proceeds benefit Worcester G.O.L.D., which distributes prenatal to age 4 pantry items in line with the Kiwanis "Priority One" program. Lanterns will be available next to the Kiwanis Lottery Raffle sales table at the market. Lanterns may also be ordered by calling Jim Spicknall at 301-580-0377.

Sundays: Breakfast with the Knights of Columbus / 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Located at 9901 Coastal Highway behind St. Luke's Church. All you can eat. Masks required when walking around. Call 410-524-7994 for more information.

Nov. 25: Kiwanis Club Coat Drive & Toy Drive / 9 a.m.-Noon
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City will collect coat donations from the public in the parking lot of the Ocean Pines Community Center. Coats will be delivered to The Joseph House for distribution to those in need. Donations of unwrapped toys will also be accepted and taken to Worcester County G.O.L.D.

Nov. 27: Bingo with the Knights of Columbus
Doors open at 5 p.m.; Bingo begins at 6:30 p.m. Cash payouts for each game as well as the Big Jackpot coverall. Call 410-524-7994 for more information.

Dec. 3: Mid-Atlantic Symphony Holiday Joy Performance / 7 p.m.
The performance will be held at the Church of God in Easton, Maryland, and will feature a selection of holiday music performed by the the orchestra's strings and guest soloists. Tickets to attend the performance as a member of the live, socially-distanced audience of up to 150 individuals are $45, while supplies last. Individual tickets to view the concert livestream are $15. Visit www.midatlanticsympony.org or call 888-846-8600 for more information.

Through Dec. 31: Coastal Hospice Angel Appeal Campaign
Proceeds benefit Coastal Hospice programs. Angel ornaments, personalized with the name of someone a donor wants to honor or memorialize, are hung on eight Coastal Hospice Christmas trees displayed across the region. Contributions can be made at www.coastalhospice.org/angel or by texting "ANGEL" to 345-345. Please include the name of the "angel" so that Costal Hospice can write it on the ornament. Please note who Coastal Hospice should notify of the donation, including name and address. The amount of the donation will not be disclosed. Call 410-742-8732 for more information.

Through Dec. 31: Kiwanis Lottery Raffle Ticket Sales
Purchase tickets now through Dec. 31 for drawings to be held every evening in 2021. Tickets are $20 each and are valid for 365 drawings. Payouts are $20 per evening, except for special dates when winnings are $50-$250. All proceeds benefit local scholarships and youth programs. Tickets may be purchased from any Kiwanis member, or at the Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market, held Saturdays from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. in White Horse Park. Visit www.kiwanisofopoc.org or Facebook at Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines/Ocean City for more details.