This Week in The Pines: October 14, 2019

October 14, 2019

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Recent News

UPDATED: OP Residents Urged to Attend Hearing on Short-Term Rentals

The Ocean Pines Board is encouraging residents to attend a public hearing on proposed new legislation affecting short-term rentals on Tuesday, Oct. 15 at 11 a.m. in Snow Hill. Read more.

BJ's Membership Offer Returns

BJ’s Wholesale Club is once again partnering with the Ocean Pines Association to bring a special membership offer, effective Oct. 11-25, to benefit the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines Foundation. Read more.

Haunted Trail Canceled

Please note that this year's Haunted Trail, sponsored by the Recreation and Parks Department, has been canceled. The Haunted Trail was originally scheduled to take place Oct. 18, 19, 25 and 26 at the White Horse Park boat ramp.

Free Car Seat Check-Ups Offered in the Pines

Appointments are now being scheduled for a free children's car seat check-up event on Saturday, Oct. 19 from 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department on 911 Ocean Parkway. Read more.

New Times Announced for Oct. 24 Ceremony to Honor Anna Foultz

There has been a slight change in schedule for the Oct. 24 dedication ceremony and remembrance for Anna Foultz, which will be held at 3:30 pm at the Community Center. Read more.

Board to Hold Town Hall Meeting on Oct. 26

Ocean Pines residents will have the chance to interact with the Board of Directors and ask questions during a town hall meeting on Saturday, Oct. 26 from 10 a.m. to noon at the Community Center. Read more.

Upcoming Board Meetings

Town Hall Meeting

Saturday, October 26 at 10 a.m., Community Center

Regular Board Meeting

Saturday, November 2 at 9 a.m., Community Center

Upcoming Events

live music! Bryan Clark at the Yacht Club

Bryan Clark’s sizzling one-man show returns to the Ocean Pines Yacht Club on Friday, Oct. 18. Enjoy Clark's tribute to legendary performers as well as a four-course meal for $50 (tax & gratuity included). A cover charge for the show only is $10. Call 410-641-7501 for reservations. Read more.

free! Community Health Fair

Free health screenings, flu shots and health-related information will be available at this annual event to be held this Saturday, Oct. 19 from 8 a.m. to noon at the Community Center. Open to the public! Read more.

fall fun! Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market

There are fall goodies and activities for all ages at this week’s Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market! Featuring live music, cooking demonstrations, kids' activities and more. The market is open Saturdays from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. in White Horse Park. Read more.

aqua fitness! Water Aerobics & Hydrorider Class

Ocean Pines Aquatics will hold two special one-day classes to support Susan G. Komen this Sunday, Oct. 20 at the Sports Core Pool. Join instructor Colby Phillips at 3 p.m. for water aerobics and at 4 p.m. for a Hydrorider bike class. $10 per class. Read more.

new! Bat Roost Building Workshop

Maryland Coastal Bays Program will offer a bat roost building workshop on Tuesday, Oct. 29 from 5-7 p.m. at the White Horse Park Pavilion in Ocean Pines. Read more.

Spaces are still available in a Hydrorider class beginning Oct. 28 at 8 a.m. and a combined Hydrorider/Aqua Cross Training class beginning Oct. 31 at 9 a.m., both at the indoor Sports Core Pool. Read more.

seeking community groups! Senior Living Expo

The Ocean Pines Association and the Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce are seeking community organizations & local businesses to participate in the Senior Living Expo on Saturday, Nov. 9 from 9 a.m. to noon at the Community Center. Read more.

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Ocean Pines Ladies'/Men's Golf Associations Raise Money for AGH Mammograms at Annual Pink Lady Day

October 2019 Calendar

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Dine in Ocean Pines

Ocean Pines Yacht Club

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Closed Monday-Wednesday

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Thursday

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Friday

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Saturday

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Sunday

Football Food

Happy Hour Prices on Beer, Wine, Crushes & Rail Drinks

Card & Game Party Luncheon

Wednesday, October 23, 2019 10:30 a.m.-3 p.m. | Yacht Club

To Benefit the American Cancer Society. $40 per person includes breakfast treats, snacks, lunch, beverages, dessert, door prizes & raffles. Checks should be made payable to the American Cancer Society and mailed to Tobie Jacobs, 12528 Nature Park Dr., Ocean City, MD 21842. Call 443-474-3626 for information.

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Community & Organization News

Republican Women of Worcester County won the national Diamond Award for Achievement during the National Federation of Republican Women 40th Biennial Convention Sept. 27-29 in Indianapolis. RWWC President Beth Rodier (left) and Literacy Chair Liz Mumford (right) accepted the award from NFRW President Jody Rushton (center).

The Community Church at Ocean Pines hosted a Blessing of the Animals last week. Church pastor Dale Brown bestowed a blessing on over 30 pets at the event. Rev. Brown is shown with a pet receiving the blessing.

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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 Wednesday - Bridge Game Time

10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Basic knowledge of American Standard/Goren bridge is required. For more information, call Mary Evans at 410-596-5498.

Every Wednesday - Quilters by the Sea

Quilters by the Sea meets weekly at the Community Center. On Oct. 16, the group will hold its business meeting and show and tell from 12:15-3 p.m. On Oct. 23, members will work on unfinished projects from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. On Oct. 30, it will hold a Make A Bag Workshop from 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Nov. 6 is its volunteer day, where members and guests can sew or tie a quilt for local charities.

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.

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.

October 16 - Ocean Pines Boat Club General Meeting / 7 p.m.

The speaker at the meeting, held at the Ocean Pines Community Center, will be from the Worcester County Sheriff's Office. The topic will be civil response to active shooter events, also known as CRASE. All are welcome. For more information, contact Pat at 410-208-6933.

October 17 - Pine'eer Craft Club Meeting / 9:45 a.m. Refreshments, 10 a.m. Meeting

The craft at this month's meeting will be a fall stamp project. Join the Pine'eer Craft Club at the Ocean Pines Community Center and create a custom item using real leaves stamped on your own sweatshirt, t-shirt, tote bag, placements, etc. Please bring the item you'd like to stamp and plenty of fresh leaves. Paints, brushes, cardboard inserts and instructions will be provided. The cost for the craft is $3. Please contact Carol Quinto at 410-208-4317 to reserve your spot. All are welcome!

October 17 - Ocean Pines Boat Club Harrington Casino Bus Trip / 10 a.m.

$20 per person includes $15 slot play and $7 food voucher. The bus will depart from the Ocean Pines Yacht Club at 10 a.m. Contact Tom at 410-641-5456 for more information.

October 17 - Active Shooter Response Training / 6:30 p.m.

In conjunction with the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office, Worcester County Commissioner Chip Bertino will host a Civilian Response to Active Shooter Events (CRASE) training at the Ocean Pines library. The class is free and open to the public.

October 21 - 11th Annual Patriot Day Fashion Show Luncheon / 10:30 a.m.

Hosted by the Republican Women of Worcester County, this year's luncheon will honor "Women Who Changed the World" at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel in Ocean City. Fashions provided by "The Dressing Room" in Salisbury. Local vendors, mystery envelopes, lucky surprise boxes and more. $35 per person. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; program begins at 11:30 a.m. The deadline for reservations is October 15. Contact Jean Delcher at 410-641-8927 for more information or to make reservations.

November 2 - Winter Wonderland Holiday Artisan and Craft Fair / 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

This festival, hosted by the Pine'eer Craft Club, features local and regional artisans selling handcrafted items. Homemade goodies, including cookies, cakes, candy and breads, will also be for sale at reasonable prices, and the Kiwanis will serve breakfast and lunch items.

November 2 - Community Church at Ocean Pines Christmas Bazaar / 9 a.m.-2 p.m.

The bazaar, held at the church's Family Life Center at 11227 Racetrack Road in Berlin, will feature Christmas decorations and trees, linens and things, new and gently used clothing, gifts and potpourri, children's books and toys, a bake sale and a food concession stand. Enjoy a photo op with Santa and Mrs. Claus. Proceeds from the event will support the Shepherd's Nook outreach ministry.

November 7 - Women's Club of Ocean Pines Game Party Fundraiser / 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

Play Scrabble, bridge, dominoes, poker canasta and other games at this annual fundraiser at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club. Choice of three entrees. $30 per person. For more information, contact Kay Hickman at 410-600-0552 or soonerkay@gmail.com.

November 10 - Polish Club 20th Anniversary Celebration & Veterans Day Memorial / 1-5 p.m.

This event, hosted by The Polish Club of Delmarva, will be held at the Ocean City Elks Lodge, 12708 Sinepuxent Avenue in Ocean City. It will feature polka-American variety music by "Joy" Trio of Maryland and a hot platter and dessert by Surf's Edge. Tickets are $25 per person.

November 13 - Ocean Pines Golf Club Member Fall Banquet and Dance / 6-10 p.m.

This event, held at the Ocean Pines Golf Club, will feature dancing, food and music by First Class Duo. $55 per person includes appetizers, choice of entree, desserts and beverages. Cash bar with Happy Hour drink prices. Reservation forms are available at the Golf Shop and must be returned by Nov. 1. Attendees are asked to bring a toy ($15 maximum value) for Toys for Tots. Email Scotty Wheatley at scottyw717@gmail.com for more information.

November 14 - Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet / 5:30-9 p.m.

The Ocean Pines Chamber presents a Las Vegas extravaganza at Ocean Downs Casino. New directors will be installed and awards will be presented, including the Lifetime Achievement Award to Anna Foultz (posthumously), Business of the Year to Matt Ortt Companies, Citizen of the Year to Jennifer Cropper-Rines and Non-Profit of the Year to Worcester Youth & Family Counseling Services. Tickets are $60 per person and include a $10 free play credit and one complimentary drink. Visit business.oceanpineschamber.org for tickets.

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.