This Week in The Pines: July 8, 2019

July 8, 2019

#PinesPride

Thank you Sharyn O'Hare for capturing and sharing this view of your backyard visitor.

Do you have a photo that you'd like to share with your neighbors? Email it to us at info@oceanpines.org.

Upcoming Events

info! MDOT Town Hall July 11

Maryland State Highway Administration officials will host an informational meeting on the proposed Ocean Parkway roundabout on July 11 from 6-8 p.m. in the Assateague Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center. Read more.

volunteer! National Night Out

The Ocean Pines Police Department is looking for donors, volunteers and organizations for the Ocean Pines community's 2nd annual National Night Out on Tuesday, August 6 from 5-7 p.m. in White Horse Park. If you would like to contribute to this FREE family friendly event, please contact Josh Davis at 443-366-1844 or jdavis@oceanpines.org. Read more.

Adult Cash Bingo returns to the Community Center on Friday, July 19 from 5-9 p.m. Cash and other fun prizes. Ages 18+ only. Buy tickets now and save! $20 in advance, $25 at the door - includes 20-game card and door prize ticket. Read more.

yum! Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast

The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City will hold a pancake breakfast at the Community Center on Saturday, July 13 from 8-11 a.m. Pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and more. $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 5-12, free for children under 5. Carryout available.

listen! Delmarva Chorus Concert

The Delmarva Chorus will host its "Coffee, Tea and Aloha Harmony" fundraising concert on Saturday, July 13 at 7 p.m. at the Community Center. $10 per person includes coffee, tea, homemade baked goods, 50/50 raffle and door prizes. Call Candy at 410-641-5888 for info.

Ocean Pines Summer Series Continue

Mondays

Movies in the Park

July 8 - Canceled

Due to inclement weather, this evening's showing of "The Greatest Showman" has been canceled. Join us in White Horse Park on Monday, July 15 at 8 p.m. for "Grease."

Wednesdays

Family Fun Night

Join us at the Oasis Pool every Wednesday from 6-8 p.m. for this fun event. DJ, games & prizes. Food available for purchase. $3 OP swim members, $5 OP residents, $7 non-residents. Free for non-swimmers.

Thursdays

Concerts in the Park

July 11 - On The Edge

Our summer concert series returns to White Horse Park every Thursday from 7-9 p.m. Bring chairs, blankets and a picnic. Food will be available for sale. BYOB allowed. Free event!

See what else is happening this summer in Ocean Pines!

Click the links to learn more.

July 2019 Calendar

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Board and Administration

Board Ballots to be Mailed

Ballots for this year's Board of Directors election will be mailed this week. Please look for the ballot package and be sure to return your ballot by the deadline. Ballots must be received by 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 7. Read more.

July 6 Board Meeting Recap

Read the highlights from the June 6 Board of Directors meeting, including general manager and operations director reports, approval of a new Mediacom contract and negotiations for a compensation study. Read more.

Security to Assist at Ocean Pines Marina

Heavy boating traffic at the Ocean Pines Marina recently led to the hiring of a security detail to work on weekends and holidays. The added security is designed to ensure boaters do not dock in front of the gas pumps or at boat slips belonging to others. Read more.

Successful July 4th Events Held in Ocean Pines

Close to 2,000 people attended Ocean Pines’ Fourth of July events, including a morning 5K race, afternoon carnival and evening fireworks show, all for the first time held at a single location in Veterans Memorial Park. Read more.

Upcoming Board Meetings

Ocean Pines Annual Meeting of the Membership

Saturday, August 10 at 10 a.m., Community Center

Dine in Ocean Pines

Ocean Pines Yacht Club

Restaurant Open Daily

11 a.m.-11 p.m.

Tiki Bar Open Daily

11 a.m.

Ocean Pines Beach Club

Open Daily

11 a.m.-6 p.m. Monday-Thursday

10 a.m.-6 p.m. Friday-Sunday

$4 Bloody Marys and Mimosas

11 a.m.-1 p.m. Monday-Thursday

10 a.m.-1 p.m. Friday-Sunday

3 for $30 Menu

Visit the Yacht Club on Tuesdays beginning at 4 p.m. and enjoy our special 3 for $30 menu! Choose a salad, appetizer and entree from our select list.

Book Your Holiday Party

Don't wait until December to plan a holiday party at The Venues at Ocean Pines. With a limited number of holiday dates available, now is the ideal time to book. Contact Lia Isel at Lia@mattorttcompanites.com or

410-641-7717 ext. 7016.

LIVE Music at the Yacht Club

Click here to view the complete schedule.

Thursday, July 11

6-10pm

Kings Ransom

Friday, July 12

6-10pm

Honey Extractor

Saturday, July 13

6-10pm

Over Time

Sunday, July 14

6-10pm

Great Train Robbery

Community & Organization News

Republican Women of Worcester County

The Republican Women of Worcester County held their annual Red, White and Blue meeting on June 27 at the Germantown School Community Heritage Center in Berlin. Barbara Purnell (left) and Dr. Clara Small (right), were the featured speakers.

Upcoming Events/Meetings:

Every Monday: Delmarva Chorus Meeting

7 p.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Women of all ages invited to sing with the group. 410-641-6876.

Second Monday Of Month: Ocean Pines Camera Club

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.

Every Tuesday of the Summer: Seafood with the Knights of Columbus

Visit the Knights of Columbus at 9901 Coastal Highway in Ocean City for an evening of steamed crabs and seafood entrees. To enjoy steamed crabs or shrimp, pre-order by calling 410-524-7994 on Monday or Tuesday morning between 9 a.m. and 12 p.m. Dinner is served from 5 p.m. until 6 p.m. Cash bar available.

Every Wednesday of the Month October-May, Free Dance Lessons in September: Pine Steppers

Fun, exercise and fellowship with the Pine Steppers Square Dance Club. Free lessons are offered in September from 7-9 p.m. The group dances every Wednesday October through May. For more information, call 908-229-8799 or email barbcroos@gmail.com.

Second Thursday: Ocean Pines Garden Club

10 a.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Visitors and new members welcome.

Every Friday: BINGO with the Knights of Columbus

Doors open at 5 p.m.; BINGO starts promptly at 6:30 p.m. Pay out of over $1,000 a night plus a chance to win the weekly $1,000 big-jackpot game. Call 410-524-7994 for questions.

July 11 - Ocean Pines Garden Club Meeting / 10 a.m.

The speaker at this month's meeting, held at the Ocean Pines Community Center, will be Kate Patton from the Lower Shore Land Trust. She will speak about pollinators and the current honey bee decline, including what plants can be used to attract bees to our gardens. New members and visitors are welcome.

July 13 - Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast / 8-11 a.m.

Find good food and pleasant company with the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City's pancake breakfast at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Pancakes, sausage, scrambled eggs and more. Carry out also available. $6 for adults, $3 for children ages 5-12, free for children under 5. Proceeds benefit the youth of the community. Contact Ralph Chinn at 410-208-6719 for more information.

July 13 - Ocean Pines Anglers Club Meeting / 9:30 a.m.

The speaker at this month's meeting, held at the Ocean Pines library, will be champion fisherman Jim Short, winner of numerous bass fishing tournaments and charter member of the Bass Fishing Hall of Fame. Jim will speak on the effect of tides and currents on both fresh and saltwater fish. Updates will also be given on local fishing issues. All are welcome.

July 13 - Delmarva Chorus "Coffee, Tea and Aloha Harmony" / 7 p.m.

The Delmarva Chorus will host its annual fundraising event at the Ocean Pines Community Center. The chorus, under the direction of Carol Ludwig, has been volunteering their performances of a capella harmony for many years. Admission is a donation of $10, which includes coffee, tea, homemade baked goods, a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, fun and more. For tickets, information or program advertising opportunities, call Candy at 410-641-5888 or Ginny at 410-208-6557.

July 18 - Pine-eer Craft Club Meeting / 9:30 a.m. Refreshments, 10 a.m. Business Meeting

The project for this month's meeting, held at the Ocean Pines Community Center, will be a beaded pendant. The cost for a small pendant is $6; a large pendant is $10. Chains are an additional $2. Call Sharon Cooper at 410-208-2729 to reserve your project. All are invited.

July 18 - Believe in Tomorrow 5K / 6:30 p.m.

This fun event benefits the critically ill children and their families served by Believe in Tomorrow. This scenic race course offers beautiful views of the beach and ocean as you run or walk over the Indian River Inlet Bridge. Sunset post-race party with food from the Big Chill Beach Club. Register at BelieveInTomorrow.org/5K.

August 3 - Pine'eer Craft Club Summer Artisan & Craft Fair / 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

This annual event is held outdoors and indoors in White Horse Park and the Ocean Pines Community Center. Local vendors and vendors from the surrounding states provide many crafted items for sale. Food and music makes for a fun day out. Vendors who want more information can call Ginger McGovern at 410-208-1774. Food vendors, call Barbara Stilwell at 410-208-6751.

August 3 - Ocean Pines Chamber Flounder Tournament / 12-4 p.m. Weigh In

Fish from the shore, bridge, pier or boat (private or charter) anywhere in Maryland or Delaware waters within 3 nautical miles from shore, bay or inland. Fish must be weighed in by 4 p.m. with awards immediately following at the Pines Point Marina, located at 869 Yacht Club Dr. $35 per person (2 or more, $30 each). First 100 entries receive a free t-shirt. Cash prizes plus Calcuttas. Visit OceanPinesChamber.org or call 410-641-5306 for more information.

August 5-8 - Strength and Conditioning Camp / 5-7 p.m.

Hosted by the Worcester County Department of Recreation and Parks, this summer program will help kids grades 6-12 become all-around better team athletes. Speed, agility, acceleration, running technique and more will be covered. $40 per person. Register online at www.WorcesterRecandParks.org. Call 410-632-2144 ext. 2509 for more information.

August 11-17 / Chamber Music by the Sea Festival

Chamber Music by the Sea presents its festival of concerts and community events, including three public concerts, two intimate salon concerts, a free family mini-concert for children of all ages, a masterclass for young string students and various poo-up appearances around the area. Additional details, including ticket and artist information, can be found at www.chambermusicbythesea.com or www.wced.foundation.

August 16 - Woodstock 50th Anniversary Party / 6-8:30 p.m.

This free community event in White Horse Park will feature music and dancing - be sure to wear your best 1969 garb. Bring snacks, a picnic, desserts to share and lawn chairs. BYOB. Sponsored by the Democratic Women's Club of Worcester County.

October 12 - Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department Truck Raffle Drawing

Win a 2019 Chevy Silverado! Tickets may be purchased in person and by mail at the South Side Fire Department at 911 Ocean Parkway for $20 each or 3 for $50. Or purchase online at www.OPVFD.com or by phone at 410-641-8272.