CHEFS VIE FOR TASTIEST CRAB CONCOCTION
Crab Soup Cook-off highlights annual White Marlin Festival in downtown OC
(May 1, 2009) Where can you sample an assortment of local restaurants' crab soup recipes all in a single location? At the Somerset Street Plaza in downtown Ocean City. This Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. Full Story
COMMUNITY BRIEFS
Mann joins Phi Beta Kappa Hunter R. "Brett" Mann IV was recently initiated into Phi Beta Kappa at the University of South Carolina in Columbia, S.C. Founded at the College of William and Mary in 1776, Phi Beta Kappa is the oldest academic honor society in the United States. Full Story
Assateague walk to benefit premature babies
MARCH FOR BABIES
(May 1, 2009) On Saturday, May 2, the local March of Dimes will hold its 20th annual March for Babies, formerly called Walk- America, at Assateague State Park. Registration begins at 9 a.m. and the 5-mile walk through the state park will kick off at 10 a.m. There will be four checkpoints with refreshments throughout the course. Food will be available after the event. Full Story
When weather breaks, it's time for spring cleaning
Except for Kemp, whose 'house is not her hassle'
(May 1, 2009) Thank the Lord spring has finally sprung. My house is not my hassle. Spring cleaning? I haven't cleaned a spring since they boxed and covered them. "Pick up cover and take out what you brought in a room" worked for me. My slaves on Saturday mornings — my three oldest, Steve, Jeanne and Donna. The Lord works in strange ways. Full Story
Kayak, canoe and bicycle stand open
(May 1, 2009) The Maryland Coastal Bays Program kayak, canoe and bicycle stand on Assateague Island has opened for the season. The stand, located on Bayside Drive on the national seashore, provides rental opportunities that allow visitors to better experience the nature of the area. Full Story
Blues on the Bay to aid Coastal Hospice
(May 1, 2009) On May 13, Macky's Bayside Bar & Grill will host Blues on the Bay II, an evening of great food in a relaxing setting — on the bay at 54th Street in Ocean City. The event will feature an auction, open bar, hors d'oeuvres and live music. Proceeds will benefit Coastal Hospice at the Ocean. Full Story
Snow Hill shops and galleries extend hours for 'First Friday'
(May 1, 2009) Arts on the River First Friday will continue its 2009 season on Friday, May 1, when Snow Hill merchants and gallery owners in the downtown area stay open until 8 p.m. to welcome visitors with special discounts, art openings and light refreshments. Full Story
HOROSCOPE
ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might be tempted to be more assertive when dealing with a jobrelated matter. But a carefully measured approach works best at getting the cooperation you're looking for. TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) While others urge you to act now, you instinctively recognize that a move at this time is not in your best interests. Full Story
Resort police chief hits dance floor for TheWellness Comm.
(May 1, 2009) By day, Chief Bernadette DiPino leads Ocean City's police department in maintaining order throughout the resort. And by night, the veteran officer is led across a dance floor as she prepares for what she's admitted is one of the most challenging experiences of her life. Full Story
Girl Scouts, Harley-Davidson send armed forces 'Taste of Home'
(May 1, 2009) Girl Scout Troop 688 recently helped members of the Harley Owners Group of Ocean City load 1,200 boxes of Girl Scout cookies into a Harley-Davidson truck, where they will be stored until mid-May. Full Story
Patriotism, America highlighted during ALOC May exhibit
(May 1, 2009) The Art League of Ocean City is planning a special exhibit for next month, "Patriotism-America the Beautiful." Sponsored by the American Legion, the show, on display until May 29, is meant to express the pride Americans have in their country. Featured artwork will focus on the beauty of the country's landscape. Full Story
Complete ALOC survey for chance to win getaway
(May 1, 2009) A part of its continuing efforts to make the arts a more viable part of the community, the Art League of Ocean City is sponsoring an online survey designed to help members better understand how visual arts can best serve the area. Full Story
Annual spring festival kicks off Thursday
(May, 1 2009) The resort's annual four-day Springfest celebration will get under way Thursday, May 7, with an opening ceremony at 10 a.m. on the outdoor stage at the inlet parking lot. Full Story
MAKOWSKI IS TOP APRIL CRAFTER
Isabella Makowski has been named the Pine'eer Craft Club's "Crafter of the Month" for April. The artist is best known for arrangements she creates using fish scales and natural shells. The Pine'eer Craft and Gift Shop, located in White Horse Park in Ocean Pines, is open every Saturday and Sunday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Full Story
HANDWRITING CONTEST WINNERS
Claire Porter, a fourth-grader at Ocean City Elementary School, front left, and Abby Yesko, a firstgrader, are statewide winners in the Zaner Bloser Handwriting Contest. With them is fourth-grade teacher Sarah Tilghman, back left, and first-grade teacher Barbara Porter. The students won the competition at their grade level before moving on to the state level. Other OCES grade-level winners were second-grader Grace Beres of Bess Cropper's class and third-grader Samantha Workman of Robyn Rincavage's class. Full Story
BOARD WALKIN' FOR PETS
Danielle Sterner and Tim Houseal stop along the Boardwalk to let Harry Potter, a shelter dog at the Worcester County Humane Society, take a break from the annual Board Walkin' For Pets last Saturday. The 310 registered walkers helped raise more than $32,000 for the no-kill shelter, located off Route 611 in West Ocean City. (At left) Roy Erwin walks 11-year-old Roxy, a shelter dog that was surrendered to the shelter after her owners had her for 10 years. Both Harry Potter and Roxy are available for adoption. As of earlier this week, four shelter dogs that were walked during the event have been adopted. Full Story
Rep.Women to hold prayer service at OP memorial on May 16
(May 1, 2009) The Republican Women of Worcester County and the Delmarva Republican Women, in conjunction with the Maryland and National - Exceptional Served p.m. Full Story
Tickets available for 'Vegas Escape'
(May 1, 2009) Even opponents of gaming will admit May 17 is a good wager. For its 12th annual Alzheimer's Gala, Star Charities is transforming the Clarion Fontainebleau's Crystal Ballroom into Las Vegas. Full Story
Fager's Island benefit to aid needy in Kenya, East Africa
(May 1, 2009) On May 3, Fager's Island on 60th Street and the bay in Ocean City will hold a fundraiser to support a Baltimore-based nonprofit organization that focuses on building stronger families as a source of prevention for HIV-AIDS in Kenya. Full Story
ART SHOW AT SEACRETS
Several hundred guests are on hand to view artwork by local artists last Wednesday during the Art League of Ocean City's third annual Arts Night at Seacrets on 49th street. Full Story
Two-day event, tour provides inside look at Warren Mansion
(May 1, 2009) Have you always wondered about "that mysterious old house" along Old Furnace Road in the Pocomoke Forest between Snow Hill and Princess Anne? Now is the time to make reservations for a guided tour of the Warren Mansion, sponsored by Furnace Town Living Heritage Museum and the Warren family. Full Story
Purnell Museum begins season with new exhibit
'An American Childhood' features toys, clothing from 19th and 20th centuries
(May 1, 2009) Now open for the season, the Julia A. Purnell Museum in Snow Hill is showcasing a temporary exhibit, "An American Childhood," which features children's toys and clothing from the 19th and 20th centuries. Nineteenth century photographs of babies and children are also included in the exhibit. Full Story
Duo brings Sinatra, Martin to life in May showcase
(May 1, 2009) Though they've been gone a few years, Frank Sinatra and Dean Martin will again entertain fans this month when Tony Sands and Dave Michaels bring "Reflections of Frank & Dean" to Jordan's Rooftop this month. Full Story
Doo-wop ensemble to launch summer tour with OC show
(May 1, 2009) Georgetown, Ohiobased '50s rock 'n' roll act, The Legends, will launch its 2009 summer tour on Friday, May 8, with a 7 p.m. concert at The OC Jamboree on Route 611 in West Ocean City. The group, which bills itself "America's Greatest Rock 'n' Roll Comedy Show," was formerly known to area residents as Shhh'boom. Full Story
Decatur team joins international students for United Nations conf.
(May 1, 2009) Members of Stephen Decatur High School's Model United Nations Club joined more than 850 students from China, the Netherlands, Venezuela and the Dominican Republic last month in Washington, D.C., for the Washington Area Model United Nations Conference. Full Story
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