OUT & ABOUT

OUT & ABOUT

HEILMAN RECEIVES SCIENCES SCHOLARSHIP Amanda Heilman, a 21-year-old junior from Ocean City, received the first Charles and Judy Iager Scholarship this spring. Established in 2007 by the Iagers, the scholarship is awarded annually to a student who is enrolled in the animal sciences program in the College of Agriculture and Natural Resources at the University of Maryland. Heilman is a double major in animal sciences pre-veterinary medicine and in agricultural science and technology. She also completed an additional College Park Scholars Environmental Studies program.

FRIDAY, JUNE 26

ON-WATER SCAVENGER HUNT — Sponsored by Ocean Pines Boat Club, contest will start at YC Day Marker 2 at 3 p.m. Member boat captains must call Rich Marchesiello at 410-208-6933 and arrange to send their entrance fee of $5 per boat. Picnic and awards ceremony will follow at Pintail Park. Info: Dave Lloyd, 410-641-6278.

FREE PERFORMANCE — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, on Town Lake at intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Featuring Delmarva Big Band at 7 p.m. Open to the public. Guests are welcome to take blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics (no glass or alcoholic beverages). Concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performance. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302-436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.

TOP DESIGNERS Students in Mrs. Lovell's fourth-grade class at Berlin Intermediate recently competed in a "Design a Dream Room" contest in which they researched items online that would be placed in their room in order to determine their cost. Students were given a budget and had to stay within that budget to furnish their "dream" room. Next, they designed detailed floor plans and wrote speeches to tell why their room should win. The winners were chosen by their classmates. They are, from left, Tucker Cordial, Logan Gordy, Alyssa Schiffer and Dustin Elman.

MERRY WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB WALK — White Horse Park in Ocean Pines, 9:30 a.m. Meet there. Open to anyone who is a widow or widower.

OCEAN PINES SKATE PARK OFFICIALLY OPEN OCEAN CITY TODAY/NANCY POWELL The new Ocean Pines skate park, nestled in the trees at White Horse Park, had its grand opening Saturday. The event, complete with refreshments, giveaways and demonstrations, attracted several supporters, including 18-year-old Ryan White of Ocean Pines, top, who was one of the first to skate the new bowl. More than 200 people have registered to use the park, designed by Artisan Skateparks of the Outer Banks, N.C. The park features ramps, ledges and rails and a 6- foot-deep snake run. A fence surrounds the park and it's under video surveillance 24 hours a day by the police department. It closes at dusk each day.

BINGO — Sponsored by the Knights of Columbus and Holy Savior, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke's Church) in Ocean City. Doors open at 6 p.m. and games begin at 7 p.m. Info: 410-524-7994.

SATURDAY, JUNE 27

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WAREHOUSE SALE 310 E. Market St., in Snow Hill, 8 a.m. to noon. Fixtures, gently used appliances, overstock, furniture, household items, surplus building material and kitchen cabinets. Info: Bill O'Donnell, 410-208-4440, ocres@verizon.net; Steve Drummond, Sdrummond01@verizon.net, 443- 864-6744; or www.habitatworcester.org.

Additional seafood menu and cash bar available. Phone orders Monday and Tuesday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at 410-524-7994. WEDNESDAY, JULY 1 HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF OCEAN CITY WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER RIDE — The ride will leave the dealership, located at 10716 Ocean Gateway in Berlin, at 6 p.m., and is open to all riders and all brands of motorcycles. Arrive 15 minutes early with a full tank of gas. Includes at least a 40-minute ride before stopping for dinner at Oasis Bar & Grille, located on Old Ocean City Road just west of Route 610 in Whaleyville. Info: 410-629-1599 or www.hdoceancity.com. BINGO — Ocean City Elks Lodge No. 2645, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., in Ocean City, every Wednesday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., early bird at 6:30 p.m. and regular bingo at 7 p.m. Refreshments available. Info: 410-250-2645. DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 7-8 p.m. Support and education for those who have diabetes and their support people. Speaker to be announced. All are welcome. Info: Ellen Lurz, 410-641-5994 or elurz@verizon.net. HYPERTENSION CLINICS — Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and held the first Wednesday of every month at Rite Aid, 10119 Old Ocean City Blvd., in Berlin, 10 a.m. to noon and at Rite Aid, 11011 Manklin Creek Road in Ocean Pines, 1-3 p.m. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Info: Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268. LAP-BAND SEMINAR — Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive in Berlin, 6-7 p.m. Surgeon Alae Zarif, M.D., will discuss benefits of the LAP-BAND® procedure as an alternative for weight loss. Pre-register: 410-641-3960. 'EVERYTHING $5' SALE — Atlantic General Hospital, main lobby, 9733 Healthway Drive in Berlin, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be handbags, totes, shawls, watches, rings, earrings, bracelets, necklaces, scarves, belts, wallets, children's items and men's ties. All proceeds benefit AGH. THURSDAY, JULY 2 'AIN'T MISBEHAVIN'' PERFORMANCE — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, on Town Lake at intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Olney Theatre presents

FREE PERFORMANCE — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, on Town Lake at intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Featuring Steven's Puppets presenting "Rumplestiltskin" at 10 a.m. Open to the public. Guests are welcome to take blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics (no glass or alcoholic beverages). Concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performance. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302-436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.

COMMUNITY YARD SALE — Berlin Nursing & Rehab Center, 9715 Healthway Drive, 6:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., rain or shine. Space costs $10. Take table. Hot dogs and soda will be sold. Info: Amy, 410-641-4400, Ext. 40.

FREE OUTDOOR CONCERT — Atlantic United Methodist Church, on the lawn, 105 Fourth St., in Ocean City, 6 p.m. Featuring the southern gospel sounds of "Walking Miracle." Take a chair or blanket. Info: 410-289-7430.

DELMARVA AMPUTEE SUPPORT GROUP MEETING — Berlin Nursing & Rehab, 9715 Healthway Drive, 11 a.m. to noon. Meeting will be conducted by Garry and Nicole Moore. Garry is a trans-tibial amputee, Nicole is an RN, and both are certified by the Amputee Coalition of America as Peer Visitors. Info: Garry, garry@ampedriders.net or 443-513-4286.

MERRY WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB MOVIE NIGHT — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 7:30 p.m. Meet there. Open to anyone who is a widow or widower.

"MEN: HOW TO GET YOUR PANTS BACK! WOMEN: HOW THEY LOST IT IN THE FIRST PLACE!" SEMINAR — Mt. Calvary Christian Community Church, 1720 N. Salisbury Blvd., in Salisbury, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. A biblical teaching on relationships and finances, featuring several speakers on topics including "While I'm Single," "In My Marriage" and "What's Up With My Finances." Registration costs $10. Info: 410-202-8344. Sponsored by Abundant Life Harvest Fellowship.

ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FRIED CHICKEN BUFFET Sound United Methodist Church, Route 54, Williamsville, Del., 1-6 p.m. Cost is $12 for adults and $6 for children. Carry-out available and bake sale.

FLEA MARKET — Church of the Holy Spirit, 100th Street and Coastal Highway in Ocean City, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Various vendors with household items, antiques, golf stuff and coins. Cost is $20 per table. Contact church office at 410-723- 1973 for information, forms and contracts.

SUNDAY, JUNE 28

KEITH BROOKS FAMILY BENEFIT — Chef Fred's, 1801 North Salisbury Boulevard in Salisbury, 2-8 p.m. Featuring live music on two stages, buffet, reduced drink prices, raffles and a silent auction. Performing musicians include Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys, Blue Junction, Cherry Bud, Ed Hough and Smooth Kentucky, Vivid Season, Alex Werson, Rory Sullivan and others. Cost is $25 for adults and $15 for youths 16 years of age and younger accompanied by an adult. Proceeds benefit the family of Keith Brooks, whose wife suffered a brain aneurysm. Brooks is a local musician and currently the drummer for No Byscuyts.

GOSPEL CONCERT — St. Matthew's By-The- Sea UMC, Coastal Highway and Dagsboro Street in Fenwick Island, Del., 7 p.m. Featuring "Ernie (the Island Boy)." Concert is free; however, a love offering will be taken for the artist. Info: John Williams, 302-436-1562.

'STRIKES FOR ST. JUDE KIDS' BOWLING TOURNAMENT — Millsboro Lanes on Mitchell Street in Millsboro, Del., noon to 2 p.m. Fourperson teams can register by calling Brian at 410-219-3500 or by e-mailing bhall@catcountryradio. com. A $50 donation includes shoe rental, pizza and sodas, door prizes and raffles. Also, 50/50 drawings and auction items. Additional incentive prizes for those who raise additional funds. Proceeds benefit St. Jude Children's Research Hospital in Memphis, Tenn.

MERRY WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB GAME DAY — White Horse Park in Ocean Pines, 2 p.m. Meet there. Open to anyone who is a widow or widower.

ART SHOW EXHIBIT — Sponsored by the Monart Drawing & Art Studio and held at The Lighthouse Sound Restaurant, 12723 St. Martin's Neck Road in Bishopville, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. The exhibit will showcase students' artwork. Info: Diann and Neil Hammer, 410-641-8833.

OC CRUZERS CAR SHOW — Somerset Plaza, located along Somerset Street between the Boardwalk and Baltimore Avenue, 2:30-6:30 p.m. Free and open to the public. Info: OCDC, 410-289-7739.

MONDAY, JUNE 29

FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT ON THE BEACH Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Mondays and Fridays, June 29 through Aug. 14. Featuring the movie, "Bolt," on a new 16-foot projector. Take a chair or blanket. Activities, such as arts and crafts and games, are offered the first hour, with the movie starting at approximately 8:45 p.m., weather permitting. Info: www.ococean.com or 1-800-626-2326.

TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING — Berlin group No. 169, Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive in Berlin, 5:30-6:30 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: Edna Berkey, 410-629-1006.

MERRY WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB LUNCH — Sunset Grille, 12933 Sunset Ave., West Ocean City, noon. Carpool at 11:30 a.m. To attend, call 410-641-5639. Open to anyone who is a widow or widower.

NAR-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Atlantic Club, 11827 Ocean Gateway Highway (Route 50), West Ocean City, Mondays, 6:30- 7:30 p.m. The only requirement to be a member and attend Nar-Anon meetings is that there is a problem of drugs or addiction in a relative or friend. Info: www.nar-anon.org/maryland.htm.

TUESDAY, JUNE 30

FREE FAMILY BEACH OLYMPICS — On the beach at 27th Street, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Each Tuesday evening (June 30 through Aug. 11) features a variety of contests for all ages. Events include sand castle contests, tug-of-war and relays. Children must be accompanied by parents or guardians. Info: www.ococean.com or 1-800-626-2326.

REIKI — Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive in Berlin, 6- 8:30 p.m. This monthly group is a relaxed, informal way to be introduced to Reiki, or to deepen one's connection to Reiki energy. All are welcome, no experience is needed. Cost is $20. Register: Diane Armstrong, 410-251- 7701. Info: www.ReikiVibe.com.

YOGA — Barrett Medical Office Building rotunda, 5:45-7 p.m. All levels welcome. Cost is $72 for eight sessions or $10 drop-in fee for first session. Info: Georgette Rhoads, 410-641- 9734 or grhoads@atlanticgeneral.org.

STEAMED CRABS/SHRIMP — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke's Church) every Tuesday, 5-7 p.m. "Ain't Misbehavin'" at 7 p.m. Tickets cost $10 for adults and can be purchased at the Freeman Stage. Children 12 years and under are admitted free. Open to the public. Guests are welcome to take blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics (no glass or alcoholic beverages). Concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performance. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302-436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.

BINGO — American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City, every Thursday. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. and the public is invited. Refreshments are available. Info: 410-289-3166.

BEACH SINGLES MEETING — Castaway's, 105 64th St., in Ocean City, every Thursday, 4- 6 p.m. Join the 45+ singles for socializing and an opportunity to get information on the Beach Singles groups monthly activities. Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577.

ONGOING EVENTS

AGH THRIFT SHOP PLANS CHRISTMAS IN JULY — Atlantic General Hospital Thrift Shop, in the Berlin Shopping Center (near the Save- A-Lot grocery store), July 11-18. The shop's hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday. The sale will feature holiday decorations, clothing, ornaments and seasonal items. All proceeds benefit AGH. Info: 410-629- 1447.

ART EXHIBIT — Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St., July 1-31. Featuring annual Beverly Bassford juried show with cash awards. Theme is artist's choice. Drop off for artists is June 28, from 1-4 p.m. The opening reception will be Friday, July 3, from 5-7 p.m. Free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. Info: www.artleagueofoceancity.org or 410-524-9433.

O.C. BOARDWALK LABYRINTH — St. Paul's by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, inside Dewees Hall, 302 N. Baltimore Ave., in Ocean City, every Wednesday, June through September, 7- 9 p.m. Replica of the 12th century original at Chartres Cathedral, France, is available for walking in candlelight with sacred music. Wheelchair accessible. Info: 410-289-3453 or 410-213-2811.

'ASK A MASTER GARDENER' FREE PLANT CLINIC — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, every Tuesday, now through Sept. 28, 1- 4 p.m. Master Gardeners will be available to answer such questions as selections for planting, weed control, plant and pest identification, and the environmentally correct usage of pesticides, herbicides and fertilizers for this area. If bringing a sample, put it in a plastic bag with a name and phone number.

U.S. COAST GUARD AUXILIARY SEEKS VOLUNTEERS — Have a few free hours each month? Join the US Coast Guard Auxiliary. Help educate the public on boating safety. Many opportunities available. Contact Steve Siltman at 410-524-1480 for information or attend a meeting the first Monday of every month at the Ocean City station, 610 S. Philadelphia Ave.

SAND CASTLE HOME TOUR TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE ONLINE — Use credit card to order directly from Art League of Ocean City Web site, www.artleagueofoceancity.org, or download an order form and send it in. The tour features 10 distinctive homes in the Ocean City area and takes place Sept. 24 and 25, from 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Cost is $25. Proceeds are dedicated to a new art facility. Info: www.artleagueofoceancity.org or 410-524- 9433.

36TH ANNUAL WHITE MARLIN OPEN — Harbour Island Marina in Ocean City, Aug. 3-7. Anglers from all over the world fish for white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, dolphin, wahoo and shark. The basic entry fee is $1,050 and a variety of optional skill levels are available. To go "all-in" will cost a boat $15,500. Info: www.whitemarlinopen.com or 410-289-9229.

MUSEUM EXHIBIT — Julia A. Purnell Museum, 208 W. Market St., in Snow Hill, now through Oct. 31. Featuring children's toys and clothing from the 19th and 20th centuries. Admission costs $2 for adults and $.50 for children 12 years and younger. Hours are Tuesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Info: Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515 or www.purnellmuseum.com.

AA MEETINGS — "If you want to drink, that's your business. If you want to stop drinking, that's our business. We're here if you need us," Alcoholics Anonymous. Find a meeting near you. Info: www.ocaa.org or answering service, 410-219-2117.

OPVFD CASH LOTTO — Sponsored by Ocean Pines Volunteer Fire Department. Tickets cost $100 each, and winner is guaranteed $10,000. Only 1,600 tickets will be sold. Tickets available at South Station, 911 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines. Drawing is Labor Day, Sept. 7. Info: Steve Rosen, 410-641-6915.

FREE PROGRAMS AT THE OCEAN CITY LIFE-SAVING STATION MUSEUM — The museum, located at the south end of the Boardwalk at the Inlet, is offering free programs each Monday through Saturday at 10:30 a.m., through Aug. 31. Topics vary daily and include beach safety, aquarium feeding, knot tying and all about sharks. Info: 410-289-4991, Sandy@ocmuseum.org, www.ocmuseum.org, www.ococean.com or 1-800-626-2326.

FRIENDS OF OC LIBRARY MEMBERSHIP DRIVE — The group meets at the library, 10003 Coastal Highway, on the first Friday of each month at 1 p.m. Friends support the library by volunteering, raising money and spending funds for the benefit of the library facilities and services, and speaking as advocates for the library. The group also helps the library to present programs and activities for children and teens. Membership dues cost $5 for individuals, $10 for families, $25 for patrons, $50 for businesses, clubs and associations and $200 for benefactors. To join: www.worcesterlibrary.org/about-friends.shtml.