Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop
Visit the Pine’eer Artisan Gift Shop for unique summer nautical and barbecue crafts. The shop has also announced its new “Meet the Artisan” series. Shop artists will be demonstrating and selling their art on the third Saturday of each month throughout the summer. They will share their skills from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. on the shop's side porch, weather permitting. The Pine’eer Artisan Gift shop is 100% open, and masks are no longer required. It is located in White Horse Park near the Ocean Pines Administration Building and has regular shopping hours on Saturdays from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and on Sundays from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Cash and credit cards are accepted.
Kiwanis Mask Fundraiser
The Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines is selling handcrafted COVID-19 masks for $10 each or $25 for three as a fundraiser to support vital community projects. There are 4 mask sizes - adult (large), medium (for women and teenagers), child (7-12 years old) and small child (3-6 years old). The masks are made in Maryland with fabric and supplies from other small businesses in our community and come with an adjustable elastic band. There are a variety of themes to choose from including sports teams (Ravens, Steelers, Capitals, Orioles), music groups, and nautical and animal motifs. Contact Steve Cohen at 301-667-3099 or stevecohenjd@gmail.com for purchase information.
Shepherd's Nook & Flea Market Open an Additional Day
The Shepherd's Nook Thrift Store and Flea Market at the Community Church at Ocean Pines has expanded its operations to include an additional day. The new schedule is Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The thrift store and flea market offer gently used (and some new) clothing and household goods at greatly reduced prices. Funds raised are used for the missions of the church. Face masks are required and hand sanitizer is recommended. The church also supplies food to the community through Sarah's Pantry. The pantry's hours of operation will remain Wednesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. For more information, call 410-641-5433 or visit www.ccaop.org.
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.
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.
Every Third Monday: Democratic Women's Club of Worcester County Meeting / 10 a.m.
The Democratic Women's Club of Worcester County currently meets via Zoom on the third Monday of the month (except July and August). All are welcome. For information on the Democratic Women's Club and its activities, visit www.dwcmd.org, Facebook, or email demwomensclubwc@gmail.com.
June 8: Women's Club of Ocean Pines "Restaurant of the Month" / 4-9 p.m.
Southgate Grill in Ocean Pines will donate a portion of its sales to the Women's Club of Ocean Pines. Dine in or carry out. A flyer for the event must be presented. Contact President Karin Benton at karinhessbenton@gmail.com or 610-730-6706 for more information.
June 12: Ocean Pines Anglers Club / 9:30 a.m.
The Ocean Pines Anglers Club will hold its monthly meeting at the Ocean Pines library. The speaker will be local legend and fisherman Big Bird Cropper, who will give a rundown on what is happening in early-season fishing and share some useful tips. Updates on fishing regulations and other fishing issues will also be shared. All are welcome.
June 26: The Parke Garage Sale / 7 a.m. - Noon
The Parke at Ocean Pines will hold its community sale on Saturday, June 26 (rain date: Sunday, June 27) in the driveways of its residents. The Parke is an active 55+ adult community of 503 homes. Residents will be selling clothes, lamps, artwork, household items, electronics, furniture and more. On the day of the sale, maps will be available at the main entrance of The Parke community, located at Central Parke West off of Ocean Parkway at the south entrance of Ocean Pines. For additional information, contact The Parke clubhouse staff at 410-208-4994.
July 12-14 (In Person): Safe Boating Class / 6-9 p.m.
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will teach the state-mandated Recreational Safe Boating Course at the Ocean Pines Library. The class and certificate are required for boat operators born after July 1, 1972. The class will also be offered Sept. 7-9. A one-day class will be offered on Aug. 7 from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. In-person class instruction will be conducted in accordance with prevailing COVID-19 social distancing guidelines. If classes cannot be held in person, they will be offered online. Additional online classes will be offered Oct. 5-7 and Nov. 2-4. The cost for the course is $20, which includes all course materials. To register or for questions, contact Barry Cohen at 410-935-4807 or cgauxoc@gmail.com.
