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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.
Second and Fourth Thursday of Every Month: MAC Alzheimer's/Related Dementia Caregivers Support Group / 3-4:30 p.m.
This group meets at the Ocean Pines library and offers caregivers professional support, access to resources and encouragement from others in similar situations. For more information, contact Margaret White at 410-742-0505 ext. 128 or mwhite@macinc.org.
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.
Wednesdays: Kiwanis Club / 8 a.m.
Weekly meetings are held in the Assateague Room of the Ocean Pines Community Center. Doors open at 7:30 a.m.; the meeting begins at 8 a.m. Meetings on the third Wednesday of every month are held offsite and will be updated monthly. Guests are encouraged to visit and learn about what the club is and does. Go to kiwanisofopoc.org and Facebook for more information. Kiwanis is a volunteer organization dedicated to helping children and families in Worcester County.
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.
By Appointment: Free Platform Tennis Lessons
Try a free Platform, Spec or Timeless 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 or call 862-219-3352 for more information.
Feb. 2: Women's Club of Ocean Pines Meeting / 9:30-11 a.m.
Member Mike Birckner will teach members how to best decorate a Valentine cupcake. The 2022-2023 budget will also be reviewed. The club is open to all women who reside in Ocean Pines. Membership dues are $10. To join, contact Theresa Solyak at 717-471-0703 or tsolyak@gmail.com.
Feb. 5: Service and Pancake Breakfast / 9 a.m.
The Church of the Holy Spirit, at 100th St. and Coastal Highway in Ocean City, will have a single service at 9 a.m. The service will be followed by a pancake breakfast. Call the church at 410-723-1973 for more information.
Feb. 7, 8, 9: U.S. Coast Guard Auxiliary Safe Boating Class / 6-9 p.m.
The United States Coast Guard Auxiliary will teach the state-mandated Recreational Safe Boating Course virtually from 6-9 p.m. Time has been reserved on the third night in case it is needed for additional class material. Otherwise, it will be used to take the test online at your residence. Discussions include local water knowledge, piloting, knots, boating terms, trailering, maintenance and more. The class will also be offered at the Ocean Pines library March 7-9, April 11-13, June 6-8, July 11-13 and Sept. 12-14. One-day classes will be held at the Ocean Pines library May 6 and Aug. 5, 8:30 a.m.-4 p.m. Additional virtual sessions will be held Oct. 10-12 and Nov. 14-16. The cost is $20. To register, contact Barry Cohen at 410-935-4807 or cgauxoc@gmail.com.
Feb. 9: Ocean Pines Garden Club Meeting / 10 a.m.
The speaker at this month's meeting, held at the Ocean Pines Community Center, will be Ginny Rosenkranz from the UMD Extension Program. She will discuss plant propagation by seeds and cuttings. All are welcome.
Feb. 11: Ocean Pines Anglers Club Meeting / 9:30 a.m.
The speaker at this month's meeting, held at the Ocean Pines library, will be commercial fisherman and member of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council Captain Sonny Gwin, who fishes out of the Ocean City Harbor on his vessel Skilligalee. He will share the good and the bad about the life of a waterman was well as fishing industry issues. All are welcome.
Feb. 21: 'Providing Care and Comfort at the End of Life' Presentation / 6 p.m.
The Community Church at Ocean Pines, located at 11227 Racetrack Road, will host this presentation by Arnold Bienstock, chaplain at Coastal Hospice. For more information, call 410-641-5433.
Feb, 25: Republican Women of Worcester County General Meeting and Luncheon / 11 a.m.
This monthly meeting and luncheon will be held at Worcester Technical High School, located at 6290 Worcester Highway (Route 113) in Newark, Maryland. The guest speakers will be Julie Giordano, Wicomico County executive, and Patrick Kerr, president, Salisbury University College Republicans. Doors open at 10:30 a.m.; the meeting will begin at 11 a.m. The cost of the luncheon is $23.50 per person, tax and gratuity included. The deadline for reservations is Feb. 16. Seating is limited. For more information, contact email@gopwomenofwc@gmail.com. To submit reservations, visit gopwomenofworcester.org.
March 1, 8, 15, 22: Free Square Dance Lessons / 7-8:45 p.m.
Free square dance lessons will be held at the Ocean Pines Community Center. For more information, contact Barbara C. Roos at barbcroos@gmail.com or 908-229-8799.
March 2: Women's Club of Ocean Pines Spring Game Day
This annual event will be held at the Bayside Skillet in Ocean City. Details will be available closer to the date.
March 4: Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast / 8-11 a.m.
The traditional Kiwanis Pancake Breakfast returns to the Ocean Pines Community Center Assateague Room. $9 per ticket, children under 4 eat free. Tickets are available from Kiwanian neighbors and friends, or pay at the door. For more information, visit kiwanisofopoc.org. Proceeds benefit local youth.
March 23: Republican Women of Worcester County Card and Game Party Luncheon / 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m.
The Republican Women of Worcester County will host this event at The Grand Hotel Terrace Room at 2100 Baltimore Ave. in Ocean City. $30 per person. Please call Merilee Horvat at 410-641-6110 to make your luncheon selection and for more information.
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