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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. (The March 15 meeting will be a pizza luncheon at the Ocean Pines library at noon. The cost is $8. RSVP to Dick Clagett at 301-788-1517 a week before the event.) 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.
March 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 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 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.
March 9: Ocean Pines Garden Club Meeting / 10 a.m.
The guest speaker at this monthly meeting, held at the Ocean Pines Community Center, will be Maureen Kennedy from My Backyard. She will speak about hummingbirds and other invited backyard birds including how to draw the hummers and others to our yards, what foods for them are special treats and how to keep them around until their next migration. The club meets the second Thursday of each month and guests/new members are welcome. Contact co-presidents Ann Shockley at 410-688-1975 or Patti Lookner at 410-973-1243 for more information.
March 9: Maryland Coastal Bays Trivia Night / 5:30-8 p.m.
Held at Seacrets' Morley Hall and featuring trivia questions about Maryland and the coastal bays. Singles, couples and teams welcome to participate. Basket raffle tickets available at the event. Doors open at 5:30 p.m.; trivia begins at 6 p.m. Ages 21 and over only. Pre-registration not required. For more information, visit the Maryland Coastal Bays website or email lwist@mdcoastalbays.org.
March 10, 11, 17, 18: Ocean Pines Players Production of 'Four Old Broads' / 7:30 p.m.
The Ocean Pines Players will perform the hysterical mystery “Four Old Broads” March 10, 11, 17 and 18 at 7:30 p.m. at St. Peter’s Lutheran Church, located at 10301 Coastal Highway in Ocean City. Tickets (reserved seating only) are available at https://oceanpinesplayers.org.
March 11: Ocean Pines Anglers Club / 9:30 a.m.
The speaker at this month's meeting, held at the Ocean Pines library, will be Don Pino from Hook Optics by An Optical Galleria, a shop that specializes in premium specialized sunglasses. He will discuss how to protect your eyes on the water. Members of the Anglers Club will also be conducting a seminar on trout fishing. All are welcome.
March 15-16: Ocean Pines Players Auditions for 'Love Letters' / 6-8 p.m.
The Ocean Pines Players is seeking one female and one male (ages 40+) for its May 19-20 performance of "Love Letters," a unique and imaginative theater piece comprised of letters exchanged over a lifetime between two people who grew up together, went their separate ways, but continued to share confidences. Auditions will be held at the Ocean Pines Community Center and consist of cold reading a script. No appointment is required.
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.
March 29: Kiwanis Social Night / 5 p.m.
The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines - Ocean City will host a social night at Don's Seafood & Chop House instead of its normal 8 a.m. meeting as March 29 is the fifth Wednesday of the month. Socialize with Kiwanis members. Drinks and food are not provided, but are available for purchase.
April 22: Ocean Pines Anglers Club Fishing Flea Market / 7 a.m.- 1 p.m.
Buy and sell fishing and boating items at this sale, held at the Ocean Pines South Gate pond area. The event will also feature a 50/50 raffle and Chinese auction. Tables are $10 for a 10' x 10' space. Tables, if needed, are an additional $2. For more information and to reserve a table, contact Jerry Leuters at 240-427-8929 or dorado1045@yahoo.com. Space registrations must be made by March 15.
April 29: Wor. Co. Republican Central Committee "Character Matters" / 3-6 p.m.
The Worcester County Republican Central Committee will present “Character Matters” with guest speaker former USMC Lt. Col. Stuart Sheller, who served in Afghanistan and is the author of “Crisis of Command: How We Lost Trust and Confidence in America’s Generals and Politicians.” The event will be held at the Ocean City Golf Club located at 11401 Country Club Drive in Berlin. Tickets are $50 and include a Happy Hour buffet/cash bar. Tickets will be sold for a two-day Concealed Carry training raffle, a $1,500 value. Seating is limited. Send checks to WCRCC, P.O. Box 1432, Berlin, MD 21811. Or contact WorCoRcc@gmail.com or 443-668-8864.
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