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Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop
The Pine’eer Artisan Craft and Gift Shop is always seeking new crafters. If you are an artisan who would like to join, contact Sharon or email opcraftclub@aol.com for more information. All new crafters must go through the juried process, and when items sell, profits return to the community. Since its inception, the craft club has donated $175,000 back to Ocean Pines and has been handcrafting in the community for more than 40 years. The gift shop is open Saturdays 8 a.m.-3 p.m. and Sundays 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Community Church at Ocean Pines Shepherd's Nook, Angels' Attic, and Sarah's Pantry
The Shepherd's Nook and the newly named Angels' Attic (formerly the Flea Market), thrift stores at the Community Church at Ocean Pines, offer gently used (and some new) clothing and household goods at greatly reduced prices. Funds raised are used for the missions of the church. The schedule for the Shepherd's Nook and the Angels' Attic is Tuesday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. The church also supplies food to the community through Sarah's Pantry. The pantry's hours of operation are 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.
Widows and Widowers Social Club
For information and activities, please call John at 410-208-1398.
First Wednesday of Every Month: AGH Diabetes Support Group / 3:30-4:30 p.m.
Atlantic General Hospital will hold a diabetes support group the first Wednesday of every month at the Ocean Pines library, September through June. There is no cost to participate. For more information, call 410-208-9761.
Sundays: Breakfast with the Knights of Columbus / 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Located at 9901 Coastal Highway behind St. Luke's Church. $12, all you can eat. Call 410-524-7994 for more information.
Mondays, Wednesdays and Fridays: Ocean Pines Line Dancing
Line dancing has returned to the Ocean Pines Community Center gym. Beginner classes are offered on Mondays and Wednesdays from 9:30-10:30 a.m.; beginner/intermediate classes are held Fridays from 9:30-11 a.m. All are invited, and no experience is needed - just bring comfortable shoes and a smile. For more information, contact Carol at 410-641-7189.
Mondays: Delmarva Chorus / 6-8 p.m.
The Delmarva Chorus, a chapter under the Sweet Adelines International and under the direction of Carol Ludwig, practices every Monday at the Ocean Pines Community Center from 6 to 8 p.m. The Chorus accepts all women who love to sing, laugh and make new friends. Members entertain at civic events, charitable functions and participate in many other activities such as ways-and-means projects and social events. Other activities include Memorial/Veterans Day performances at the Worcester County Veterans Memorial at Ocean Pines, an annual American Legion convention performance in July, and the Delmarva Chorus annual fundraiser event. Call Mary at 410-208-4009 for more information.
Tuesdays: Beach Heroes Trash and Litter Clean Up / 9-10 a.m.
This volunteer group is dedicated to cleaning up Ocean City. Events are kid-friendly. Trash bags, gloves and loaner grippers are provided. Join the group on Facebook at Beach Heroes-OC for future times, dates and locations. All are welcome. Donations of 13-gallon biodegradable trash bags and grippers are gladly accepted.
Tuesdays: Sanctioned Bridge / 10 a.m.
Sanctioned bridge is held every Tuesday at 10 a.m. at the Ocean Pines Community Center. For more information, email corski@aol.com or call 410-600-0006.
Tuesdays: Delmarva Dancing / 5:30-9 p.m.
Join this group every Tuesday and dance to the sounds of the 50s, 60s and more at the Selbyville Elks Lodge 2173, 13324 Worcester Highway (Route 113), Bishopville. The club is a non-profit corporation established to preserve and promote dancing while raising funds for donations for veterans and other charitable causes in the Delmarva region. For more information, please call Charlie at 410-465-0445. Everyone is invited.
Wednesdays: Rubber Bridge / 10 a.m.
Pines Rubber Bridge is held weekly in the Anna Foultz Room at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Call Lois West at 410-208-6974 for more information.
Wednesdays: Alanon / 7 p.m.
Weekly meetings are held at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Call the Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052 for more information.
Thursdays: Pinochle / 11:30 a.m.
Play a friendly game of pinochle every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to approximately 3:30 p.m. Games are held at a different area restaurant each week. For more information, contact Diane at 610-306-3630 or Vicky at 410-208-2969.
Thursdays: Mah Jongg / 12 p.m.
Experienced Mah Jongg players are invited to stop by the Ocean Pines Community Center every Thursday at noon. For more information, call Jeanie at 410-208-6425.
Saturdays: Kiwanis Lottery Tickets on Sale / 8 a.m.- 1 p.m.
The Kiwanis of Greater Ocean Pines/Ocean City is selling lottery tickets weekly at the Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market in White Horse Park. Tickets are $20, and ticket holders can win up to $250 on one ticket. Winning numbers are based on 2023 Maryland "Pick 3" evening drawings. One ticket is good for all 365 drawings, and one ticket can win more than once. For more information, visit www.kiwanisofopoc.org.
Saturdays: Free Platform Tennis Lessons / 9:30 a.m.
Try a free platform tennis lesson at the platform tennis courts at the Ocean Pines Racquet Center. Platform (paddle) tennis is played year-round and has elements of tennis and racquetball. The fenced court is 1/3 the size of a tennis court. The Ocean Pines Platform Tennis Club hosts many social events and welcomes new members. All abilities are welcome, and equipment is provided. Email oppaddle2020@gmail.com for more information. Please note that lessons will not be offered on Oct. 15 and Oct. 29.
Oct. 11-13: Safe Boating Class / 6-9 p.m.
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will teach the state-mandated Recreational Safe Boating Course virtually. Discussions include local water knowledge, piloting, knots, boating terms, trailering, maintenance and more. A virtual course also will be held Nov. 8-10. To register, contact Barry Cohen at 410-935-4807 or cgauxoc@gmail.com.
Oct. 14-15: Quilters by the Sea Guild Quilt Show & Boutique / 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Quilt show, boutique, raffle baskets and more at the Ocean Pines Community Center. Free admission. Email qbsopemail@gmail.com for more information.
Oct. 15: Gospel Music Festival / 1:30-4 p.m.
The Germantown School Community Heritage Center at 10223 Trappe Road in Berlin will celebrate the music of Charles Albert Tindley at this festival. Known as the "Godfather of Gospel Music," Tindley, a Berlin native, wrote more than 50 hymns during his lifetime and founded the Tindley Temple in Philadelphia. Music celebration, storytelling, food vendors and more. Free and open to the public.
Oct. 15: Dress Ministry Soup Cook-Off / 2-5 p.m.
Dress Ministry, a Delmarva-based mission, will host a soup cook-off to raise funds to assist international missionaries with essential needs. The event will be held at 2 Artisans Way in Berlin. Fun activities for all. For more information, call Barbara at 410-641-0415.
Oct. 16: Blessing of the Pets / 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
Held in the parking lot of the Church of the Holy Spirit, located at Coastal Highway and 100th St. in Ocean City. Halloween finery is welcome. Pets should be on leashes or otherwise under owners' control. Photos of departed pets or special stuffed animals also welcome. Call 410-723-1973 for more information.
Oct. 17: Democratic Women's Club of Worcester County Meeting / 10 a.m.
The guest speaker at this month's meeting at the Ocean Pines library will be Nanci Osborne, Moms Demand Action for Gun Sense. Osborne is the local group lead for four Lower Shore counties (Worcester, Wicomico, Somerset and Dorchester). She will give an overview of the organization. Coffee and conversation at 9:30 a.m.; meeting at 10 a.m. New and prospective members are welcome to attend.
Oct. 19: Bethany United Methodist Church Carrabba's Fundraising Dinner / 4-7 p.m.
Dine in or take out at the restaurant at 12728 Ocean Gateway in West Ocean City. Tell your server that you are there to support Bethany United Methodist Church and a percentage of all checks will support the programs and missions of the church. Call 410-641-2186 or email bethany21811@gmail.com for more information.
Oct. 20: Friends of the Ocean Pines Library Semi-Annual Meeting / 10 a.m.
The Friends of the Ocean Pines Library will present a Farm-to-Library event as part of their semi-annual meeting. Local farmers Matthew Harhai of Goat Plum Tree Farm, Nancie Corbett of Bluebird Farms, and Carol Cross of Cross Farms will share how they got started farming, what products they sell and the challenges and benefits of operating their own farms. The event is free and open to the public and refreshments will be served. The membership meeting begins at 10 a.m.; the Farm-to-Library event will begin at 11 a.m.
Oct. 29: The Parke Community Garage Sale / 7:30 a.m.-Noon
The Parke community in Ocean Pines will hold a fall garage sale on Saturday, Oct. 29; the rain date is Sunday, Oct. 30. Maps will be handed out at the Parke main entrance at Central Parke West. Parke residents interested in participating in the sale should sign up in the Clubhouse Activity Notebook no later than Oct. 19. There is a registration fee of $1 to cover expenses. Volunteers are needed to assist with the placement of signs and preparation of maps. To help, contact Diane McGraw at 410-707-6251 or mcgrawdb@mchsi.com.
Nov. 18: Ocean Pines Players "A Grand Night for Singing"
This performance at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club will be loaded with all-time favorite songs by the award-winning duo Rodgers & Hammerstein. Tickets are available at https://oceanpinesplayers.org.
Dec. 4: Church of the Holy Spirit Gift Card Raffle Drawing
The Church of the Holy Spirit will raffle off three small artificial trees covered with gift cards with total values of $500, $300 and $200. Tickets are $5 each or three for $10 and may be purchased by calling Monica at 443-235-8942. The drawing will be held on Dec. 4; those whose tickets are drawn do not need to be present to win.
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