The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop Now Open
The Pine'eer Artisan Gift Shop is 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.
Sundays: Breakfast with the Knights of Columbus / 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Located at 9901 Coastal Highway behind St. Luke's Church. All you can eat. Masks required when walking around. Call 410-524-7994 for more information.
Oct. 10: Kiwanis of Pocomoke Car Show / 10 a.m-2 p.m.
This event will be held at the Pocomoke Fall Festival in the Cypress Park Pavilion in Pocomoke. $10 per car to register; free for spectators. Call 732-580-4074 for more information.
Oct. 17: Community Church at Ocean Pines Christmas Yard Sale / 9 a.m.-1 p.m.
Featuring table top decorations, linens and things, new and gently used clothing, gift/boutique table, "potpourri," ornaments, wreaths, trees, and children's table with books and toys. Located in the Shepherd's Nook parking lot at 11227 Race Track Road in Ocean Pines. Masks required as well as use of hand sanitizer and social distancing. Rain date: Oct. 24.
Oct. 17: Outdoor Christmas Mart / 10 a.m.-3 p.m.
Sponsored by Atlantic UM Church, 4th St., Ocean City. Featuring Christmas home place decor, bakery items and gifts, vintage and new jewelry and take & make holiday items. The thrift shop will be open, and carry-out lunch items (vegetable beef soup, chicken salad sandwiches, cupcakes, brownies and drinks) will be available. Masks required; credit cards accepted. Rain date: Oct. 24.
Oct. 31: Ocean Pines Chamber Halloween Car Parade / 12 p.m.
The Ocean Pines Chamber of Commerce will hold a Halloween-themed parade through Ocean Pines on Oct. 31 beginning at noon from the grass lot at the Veterans Memorial on Cathell Road. Classic cars, Jeep clubs, fire engines, and other local spooky vehicles will head north, ending up at White Horse Park. Vehicles are encouraged to decorate for the holiday. There is a $15 entrance fee per vehicle. For more information and to register, call the Ocean Pines Chamber at 410-641-5306 or email info@oceanpinescahmber.org.
Through Dec. 31: Kiwanis Lottery Raffle Ticket Sales
Purchase tickets now through Dec. 31 for drawings to be held every evening in 2021. Tickets are $20 each and are valid for 365 drawings. Payouts are $20 per evening, except for special dates when winnings are $50-$250. All proceeds benefit local scholarships and youth programs. Tickets may be purchased from any Kiwanis member, or at the Ocean Pines Farmers and Artisans Market, held Saturdays from 8 a.m.-1 p.m. in White Horse Park. Visit www.kiwanisofopoc.org or Facebook at Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines/Ocean City for more details.