August 10, 2020
Thank you to Lynn Kessler-Hiltajczuk for sharing this image of an Eastern Bluebird on Manklin Creek.

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COVID-19 Updates
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Recent News
Elections Committee releases preliminary ballot report
The Ocean Pines Elections Committee on Saturday released preliminary results of the 2020 Board of Directors Election. Vote totals for the three candidates running for two available positions on the Board were Doug Parks 2,206; Colette Horn 1,801; and Stuart Lakernick 1,149. Read more.
Lack of quorum cancels OPA Annual Meeting
Association President Doug Parks, during brief opening remarks on Saturday at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines, said a quorum was not reached and asked for a motion to adjourn the meeting. The motion was made and seconded, and the meeting was adjourned. Read more.
High winds, ‘sting jet’ cause havoc during Tropical Storm Isaias
It was a wild, windy day in Ocean Pines because of Tropical Storm Isaias, with dozens of trees falling all over the community and Police and Public Works crews working throughout the morning and afternoon to keep up. Read more.
OPA Annual Meeting presentation slides available online
View the PowerPoint slides for the financial report, auditor's report, Board President's report and General Manager's report that were scheduled to be delivered during the Annual Meeting on Saturday, Aug. 8. Read more.
Republic Services, Ocean Pines to collect yard debris from storm
Republic Services and Ocean Pines Public Works continue this week to collect yard debris left by Tropical Storm Isaias. Read more.
Mary Mac Foundation pickleball tournament raises thousands
The inaugural “Mary Mac Foundation Pickleball Beach Fest," held Saturday in Ocean Pines, raised $6,000 for programs benefiting local children and other charitable causes. Read more.
Comcast Update: Aug. 10
Comcast this week continues to work on infrastructure in several areas of Ocean Pines. Additionally, residents in Sectors 1 and 2 are now eligible to sign up for service. Read more.
Statement from Census Bureau director: Delivering a complete and accurate 2020 Census count
The U.S. Census Bureau has announced updates to its plan that will include enumerator awards and the hiring of more employees to accelerate the completion of data collection and apportionment counts by the statutory deadline. Read more.
Update: Worcester County cancels ban on outdoor burning
The outdoor burning ban in effect for Worcester County since the first week in July was lifted beginning at 8 a.m. on August 5. Read more.
‘Hooked on OC’ tours new Golf Clubhouse in video clip
A “Hooked on OC” video spot that premiered this week features a tour of the Ocean Pines Golf Club and the new Clubhouse. Read more.
Former OPA Board member Tom Sandusky has passed away
Tom Sandusky passed away Sunday afternoon, Aug. 2, in New Jersey at the age of 81. Tom served the OPA as a member of the Board of Directors and as a member of several association committees. Read more.
Chamber Music by the Sea ZOOMs into the future
This year’s virtual festival will run from Aug. 18-22 and include three ticketed evening concerts plus a free Saturday morning family mini-concert suitable for children of all ages, all streamed online. Read more.
Board and Administration

Board Organizational Meeting / Acceptance of Election Results
Wednesday, Aug. 12, 2 p.m.
Ocean Pines Golf Clubhouse

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
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create! Kids' Craft Time
Kids ages 4-10 are invited to create a painted wooden treasure box on Sunday, Aug. 16 from 10 a.m.-noon at the Community Center. $8 for Ocean Pines residents, $10 for non-residents. All materials provided. Call 410-641-7052 to register. Read more.
register! DIY Fairy Gardens
Create a whimsical garden to entice fairies! Materials and instruction will be provided on Sunday, Aug. 16 from 1-3 p.m. at the Community Center. $20 for Ocean Pines residents, $15 for non-residents. Pre-registration required. All ages welcomed! Read more.
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new! Fluid Golf
This water-based training program empowers golfers to recover from injury/surgery faster, play without pain and enjoy the game more. 30-minute private sessions are available - be sure to ask about a free 15-minute introductory session! Call 410-641-5255 to schedule. Read more.
fun! Private Pool Parties
Ocean Pines Aquatics is booking dates for private pool parties at its indoor and outdoor pools! Weekday and weekend times are available. Call 410-641-5255 to schedule. Read more.
See what else is happening in Ocean Pines!

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Dine in Ocean Pines
Ocean Pines
Yacht Club

Open at 11am Daily
Happy Hour 3-6pm
Ocean Pines Beach Club

Open 11am-6pm Daily
The Clubhouse
Bar and Grille

Open 8am-6pm Daily
Community & Organization News
Community members and St. Paul United Methodist Church held an outside voters’ registration drive, which was coordinated by Worcester County NAACP President Ivory Smith. Pictured (from left) are Joanne and Greg Grason, Nancy and Steve Tuttle and St. Paul’s Rev. Peggy Briggs. Not pictured are Jan Adamcheck and Ivory Smith.
Upcoming Events/Meetings
The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop Now Open
The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop is now open Saturdays 8 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.

Tuesdays: Seafood Nights with the Knights of Columbus
Located at 9901 Coastal Highway behind St. Luke's Church. Call 410-524-7994 between 9 a.m. and 1 p.m. Mondays and Tuesdays to place a take-out order for steamed crabs, steamed shrimp and more.

Aug 15: Terns Landing Community Yard Sale / 8 a.m.-Noon
The entrance to the community is at Ocean Parkway and Alton Point. The rain date for the event is Sunday, Aug. 16 from 8 a.m.-noon. For additional information, call 240-463-2873.