UPDATE: This Week in The Pines: July 22, 2019

July 22, 2019

#PinesPride

Thank you Debbie Cunzeman for capturing and sharing this image of a baby heron. Debbie said that there is a heron rookery behind her house on Windjammer Road. This heron fell out of the nest and has been in her yard for weeks.

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

Upcoming Events

fun fitness! SUP Yoga

Stand Up Paddle Board Yoga is the perfect workout to combine fun & fitness on the water and is suitable for all levels of paddlers and yoga practitioners. A one-day class will be held on Tuesday, July 23 from 8:15-9:30 a.m. at the Swim & Racquet Club Beach. Read more.

splash! Beach Body Boarding Camp

Professional body boarder Brian Stoehr and his team will lead this camp, held July 23-25 from 10:30 a.m.-noon at the K-Coast Beach on 36th Street, for kids ages 7-15. No experience necessary!

shop! Library Book Sale

Sponsored by Friends of the Ocean Pines Library, this annual sale will be held July 26, 27 & 29. Thousands of books, DVDs and CDs in above-average condition will be sold, most for $2 or less. Read more.

Join us for a high-energy, no-impact strength-training workout designed to improve balance and increase flexibility and range of motion. A new session begins July 30 at the Mumford's Landing Pool. Read more.

vendors! Senior Living Expo

The Ocean Pines Association and the Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce are seeking vendors for the Senior Living Expo on Saturday, November 9 from 9 a.m.-noon. Read more.

Ocean Pines Summer Series Continue

Mondays

Movies in the Park

July 22 - "The Grinch"

Enjoy a family-friendly movie in White Horse Park every Monday beginning at 8 p.m. Bring chairs & snacks. Snacks will also be available for purchase. BYOB allowed. Free event!

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 25 - Dan Wolff &

The Muddy Crows

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.

Non-Profit Organizations Invited to Apply for a Space at the Market's Community Corner

July 2019 Calendar

View Monthly Calendar

Board and Administration

Upcoming Board Meetings

Ocean Pines Annual Meeting of the Membership

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

Matt Ortt Companies Agreement Reached

The Ocean Pines Association and Matt Ortt Companies on Friday agreed to preliminary terms of a multiyear contract extension to continue to manage the Association’s Yacht Club and Beach Club. Read more.

June Financials Running Late

Factors including the end-of-year audit, NorthStar software implementation and staff shortages have delayed the release of the June 2019 financial report. Read more.

Advisory Committees Seeking Members

The Ocean Pines Association is looking for homeowner volunteers to help staff several of its Board advisory committees. Committee members are appointed by the Ocean Pines Association president with the consent of the Board of Directors. Members may serve on more than one committee. Read more.

Summer Newsletter Article Correction

The article, found on page three and titled “Restrictive Covenants and Architectural Guidelines,” included a passage incorrectly stating, “Property owners are required to obtain a Property Sale Package to list any home for sale within Ocean Pines.” Read more.

Board Ballots Due August 7

Ballots for this year's Board of Directors election have been mailed and may be returned to the ballot box located at the Ocean Pines Police Department or via mail. Ballots must be received no later than 5 p.m. on Wednesday, August 7. Read more.

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.

LIVE Music at the Yacht Club

Click here to view the complete schedule.

Thursday, July 25

6-10pm

Sons of Pirates

Friday, July 26

6-10pm

Full Circle

Saturday, July 27

6-10pm

Tranzfusion

Sunday, July 28

6-10pm

Radio Bravo

Community & Organization News

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 27 & 29 - Ocean Pines Library Book Sale

Sponsored by Friends of the Ocean Pines Library, this annual sale will be held from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. on Saturday, July 27 and 10 a.m.-4 p.m. on Monday, July 29. Thousands of books, DVDs and CDs in above-average condition will be sold, most for $2 or less.

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 3 - Bethany United Methodist Church Outdoor Flea Market / 8 a.m.-Noon

Located at 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway in Berlin. Over 35 vendors, plus breakfast and baked items. For information or space rental, contact 410-207-7039 or bethany21811@gmail.com.

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 15-September 30 / The Parke Community Garage Sale Registration

The Parke community's fall garage sale will be held on Saturday, October 5 from 7:30 a.m.-noon with a rain date planned for Sunday, October 6. To participate, registration is required at the Clubhouse. A $1 fee is required to cover the costs of maps and signs posted throughout the community. The Parke HOA rules state that anyone moving in or out may conduct an individual garage sale. For all other residents, you may participate in the community's semi-annual garage sales. For questions, contact Diane McGraw at 410-208-2569 or mcgrawdb@mchsi.com.

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.

January 1 - Atlantic General Hospital's 25th Annual Penguin Swim

Register and begin fundraising today! Go to AGHpenguinswim.org. Incentive prizes will be awarded based upon the teams' fundraising efforts. All money raised benefits Atlantic General Hospital.