Ocean Pines Marketing & Public Relations Director Gives Farewell to The Pines

Please accept this announcement as formal notification that Denise Sawyer is resigning from her position as Director of Marketing and Public Relations with the Ocean Pines Association.

“I have truly enjoyed my time with the Association, where I’ve grown personally and professionally. From greeting local vendors and customers at the ever-growing Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market; spearheading the inaugural National Night Out for the Ocean Pines Police Department; playing a fun game of platform tennis with zero racquet ball talent or understanding; making a splash as a participant of the popular hydrocycle spin class at the Sports Core Pool; to ‘rocking out’ at the Yacht Club as I videotaped the infectious live entertainment experience for our social media audience, I have not only captured #PinesPride but I have lived it. (Even on my way out, I am singing of Ocean Pines’ praises and marketing its many awe-inspiring features. I can’t help it.). Sure, I am moving on to the next chapter in life. But know that the chapter titled ‘The Pines’ is filled with fond memories. Thank you for welcoming me into your community and for allowing me to showcase Ocean Pines on the local, state and national level.” – Denise Sawyer

“Denise has done a great job. Under her leadership, the Association was featured in Forbes Magazine twice and has been a recipient of several marketing awards. I am sure that I am not alone when I say Ocean Pines appreciates her passion, ingenuity and creativity.” – Interim General Manager John Viola

The Association has announced that Josh Davis has been hired as its new director of marketing and public relations. Davis will fill the role currently held by Sawyer, whose last day with the Association will be Friday, May 17. Click here to read more about Josh Davis.

Upcoming Board Meetings:

Ocean Pines Regular Board Meeting

Saturday, June 1 at 9am, Community Center

The Countdown to Wednesday Market Begins Now - The Wednesday Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market returns June 5 to the White Horse Marketplace. With a foodie-focused green market and the unique artisan market, shoppers will have plenty of local weekday shopping options for supporting regional farms, unique small businesses and talented artisans and crafters. The market’s hours will reflect the Saturday Market, with merchants open from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. at White Horse Park, 235 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines.

Green market merchants will offer seasonal fresh ingredients and gourmet food items, as currently found at the Saturday Market. The lineup of marketplace merchants includes D.J. David & Company, Stag Run Farm, Brightman Farms, DelVecchio Bakery, Eastern Shore Kettle Korn and R-DAD Seafood.

Lovers of the other white meat will be excited to learn that Elysium Farm has signed on to join the Wednesday market. Bob Mattie, owner of the Worcester County farm, grows Berkshire crosses and Iowa Swabian hogs. Bacon, ham steaks, pigs' feet, lard and pork roast are just some of the pork cuts that the farm will be offering to shoppers at the Ocean Pines Marketplace. The mid-week market runs through Wednesday, August 28.

Women’s Club of Ocean Pines Announces Its Community Donations

The Women’s Club of Ocean Pines is pleased to announce the award of $1,450 in community donations for 2019: Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department (OPVFD); Coastal Hospice; Ocean Pines Parks & Recreation Department; Worcester County Veterans Memorial; and Mid-Atlantic Symphony Student Outreach Program. Monies are raised by the membership during the year through fundraisers. Photo taken by Diane McGraw. Pictured here (center) are officers Irene Daly (Treasurer) and Donna McCracken (President) with representatives from the five organizations receiving donations.

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. Meets second Monday of each month.

Second Thursday: Ocean Pines Garden Club

10 a.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Visitors and new members welcome.

May 20: The next meeting of the Democratic Women's Club of Worcester County will be on Monday, May 20, 2019 at the Ocean Pines Community Center in Ocean Pines. Our speaker will be Wendy Myers, Executive Director of the Cricket Center of Worcester County, the county's only Child Advocacy Center. Join us at 9:30 a.m. for coffee and conversation. The meeting begins at 10:00 a.m. Food donations for local food banks are always welcome.

June 6: Enjoy a day of fun and friendships at the Women’s Club Game Party on Thursday, June 6 from 10am to 2pm at Dunes Manor Hotel located in Ocean City. For reservations, contact Kay Hickman on 410-600-0552, 443-397-6121 or [email protected].

June 13: Ocean Pines Garden Club Garden Tour / 9 a.m. - noon: If you are interested in showcasing your beautiful garden, the Ocean Pines Garden Club wants to hear from you! Contact show director Patti at 410-973-1423 or [email protected].