OUT&ABOUT
KIWANIS SUMMER FUNDRAISER A SUCCESS On July 11, the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines/Ocean City held its annual summer pancake breakfast to raise funds for the group's scholarship program, which benefits local high school seniors. Because a new community center is under construction, the fundraiser was held at the nearby Community Church on Route 589. Pictured are a few of the club members who started working in the kitchen at 6 a.m.: from left, Bill Long, Jim Spicknall, Roy Foreman, Steve Rosen, Phil Lassiter, Skip Dennig and Bud Breidenstein. FRIDAY, JULY 24
FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT ON THE BEACH Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Mondays and Fridays, through Aug. 14. Featuring the movie, "Ratatouille," on a new 16- foot projector. Take a chair or blanket. Activities, such as arts and crafts and games, are held the first hour, with the movie starting at approximately 8:45 p.m., weather permitting. Info: www.ococean.com or 1-800-626-2326.
GREEK FESTIVAL — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, noon to 11 p.m. Featuring authentic Greek entrees, "yiayia made" pastries, live music by Apollonia, folk dancing performances by The Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey, $5,000 raffle, imports, gifts and arts and crafts. Admission costs $2 from noon to 5 p.m. and $3 after 5 p.m. Children 13 years and younger admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Ocean City, AGH and PRMC employees, military personnel, AARP members and college students admitted free, noon to 5 p.m. with valid ID. Info: St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 410-524- 0990 or http://stgeorgebythesea.org/.
SPARKY OFFERS FIRE SAFETY TIPS Brigid Bishop, Caitlyn Hoen, and Baylor Hoen hug Sparky the fire safety dog during his recent visit to the Children's Book Garden in West Ocean City. Sparky and members of the Ocean City Fire Department discussed fire safety during storytime at the center. 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. ARTS AND JAZZ FESTIVAL — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, located on Town Lake at the intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Featuring Streetlife & Boilermaker Jazz Band at 4 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics welcome (no glass or alcoholic beverages). The concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performances. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302-436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.
SATURDAY, JULY 25 GREEK FESTIVAL — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, noon to 11 p.m. Featuring authentic Greek entrees, "yiayia made" pastries, live music by Apollonia, folk dancing performances by The Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey, $5,000 raffle, imports, gifts and arts and crafts. Admission costs $2 from noon to 5 p.m. and $3 after 5 p.m. Children 13 years and younger admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Ocean City, AGH and PRMC employees, military personnel, AARP members and college students admitted free, noon to 5 p.m. with valid ID. Info: St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 410-524- 0990 or http://stgeorgebythesea.org/.
MITCH MAIORANA RUN, SWIM, RUN — On the beach at Seventh Street in Ocean City, 6 p.m. Registration fee to compete, spectators welcome. Info: www.ococean.com./ocbp.
ARTS AND JAZZ FESTIVAL — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, located on Town Lake at the intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Featuring Joe Baione Sextet & Delmarva All Stars at 4 p.m. Admission is free and open to the public. Blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics welcome (no glass or alcoholic beverages). The concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performances. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302-436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.
ANNUAL FAMILY FUN DAY — Jolly Roger Amusement Park in Ocean City, 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Tickets cost $25 and must be purchased in advance by calling 410-742-0505. Proceeds benefit MAC Incorporated.
FREE PERFORMANCE — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, located on Town Lake at the intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Featuring Creating Whimsical Masterpieces with John Donato at 10 a.m. Open to the public. Blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics welcome (no glass or alcoholic beverages). The concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performances. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302- 436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.
PINE'EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN — Pine'eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The shop features handcrafted items created by members of the Pine'eer Craft Club.
PARISH 'BAZAAR' FOR ALL SEASONS — Most Blessed Sacrament School, 11242 Racetrack Road in Ocean Pines, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Featuring crafts, jewelry, books, 50/50, silent auction, food, kids games, moon bounce, baked goods, white elephant and "Money Wheel." Info: Cheri Pearson, 410-208-2956.
PET, FAMILY PICTURES WITH SUMMER SANTA — Cat and Canine Comforts, 9748 Stephen Decatur Highway in West Ocean City, 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Photos taken with Santa in surfing gear. Info: 410-213-1922.
SUNDAY, JULY 26
GREEK FESTIVAL — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, noon to 9 p.m. Featuring authentic Greek entrees, "yiayia made" pastries, live music by Apollonia, folk dancing performances by The Hellenic Dancers of New Jersey, $5,000 raffle, imports, gifts and arts and crafts. Admission costs $2 from noon to 5 p.m. and $3 after 5 p.m. Children 13 years and younger admitted free when accompanied by an adult. Ocean City, AGH and PRMC employees, military personnel, AARP members and college students admitted free, noon to 5 p.m. with valid ID. Info: St. George Greek Orthodox Church, 410-524- 0990 or http://stgeorgebythesea.org/.
SUNDAES AND FREE CONCERT IN THE PARK Northside Park, 127th Street and the bay, Sundays, through Aug. 27, 6-8 p.m. This week features J.R. Booker. Children's entertainment provided by Cascading Carlos. Make your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Info: www.ococean.com or 1-800-626-2326.
GOSPEL CONCERT — St. Matthew's By-The- Sea UMC, Coastal Highway and Dagsboro Street in Fenwick Island, Del., 7 p.m. Featuring "The Kings Ambassadors." Concert is free; however, a love offering will be taken for the group. Info: John Williams, 302-436-1562.
PINE'EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN — Pine'eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. The shop features handcrafted items created by members of the Pine'eer Craft Club.
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: Ocean City Development Corporation, 410-289-7739.
MERRY WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB BRUNCH — Sunset Grille, 12933 Sunset Avenue in West Ocean City, 11 a.m. Carpool at 10:30 a.m. from the Ocean Pines library parking lot, 11107 Cathell Road. To attend, call 410-641-5639. Open to anyone who has lost a loved one.
MONDAY, JULY 27
FREE FAMILY MOVIE NIGHT ON THE BEACH Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 7:30-10:30 p.m., Mondays and Fridays, through Aug. 14. Featuring the movie, "Kung Fu Panda," on a new 16-foot projector. Take a chair or blanket. Activities, such as arts and crafts and games, are held the first hour, with the movie starting at approximately 8:45 p.m., weather permitting. Info: www.ococean.com or 1-800-626- 2326.
JESUS AT THE BEACH MUSIC, MINISTRY FESTIVAL — Held July 27-29 at the Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on the beach, 7-10 p.m. Christian praise, drama, dance, music and worship. Baptism in the ocean on Wednesday. Info: Dick or Gary, 410-289-1296 or www.jesusatthebeach.org.
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.
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.naranon. org/maryland.htm.
TUESDAY, JULY 28
FREE FAMILY BEACH OLYMPICS — Ocean City beach at 27th Street, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Each Tuesday evening (through Aug. 11) features activities for all ages. Events may 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.
JESUS AT THE BEACH MUSIC, MINISTRY FESTIVAL — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on the beach, 7-10 p.m. Christian praise, drama, dance, music and worship. Baptism in the ocean on Wednesday. Info: Dick or Gary, 410-289-1296 or www.jesusatthebeach.org.
POLISH FESTIVAL NIGHT — Sunset Park, South Division Street, bayside in Ocean City, 5- 9 p.m. Featuring live entertainment, food and a wine garden. 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. 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.
FREE PERFORMANCE — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, located on Town Lake at the intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Featuring American Conservation Film Festival at 8:30 p.m. Open to the public. Blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics welcome (no glass or alcoholic beverages). The concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performances. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302-436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.
YOGA — James 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.
MERRY WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB TO PLAY CROQUET — Worcester County Veterans Park in Ocean Pines, 2 p.m. Meet there. Open to anyone who has lost a loved one.
STEAMED CRABS/SHRIMP — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke's Church) every Tuesday, 5-7 p.m. 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 29
JESUS AT THE BEACH MUSIC, MINISTRY FESTIVAL — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. and on the beach, 7-10 p.m. Christian praise, drama, dance, music and worship. Baptism in the ocean on Wednesday. Info: Dick or Gary, 410-289-1296 or www.jesusatthebeach.org.
FREE PERFORMANCE — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, located on Town Lake at the inter- section of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes 54 and 20). Featuring American Conservation Film Festival at 8:30 p.m. Open to the public. Blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics welcome (no glass or alcoholic beverages). The concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performances. Open during light rain. For schedule changes due to severe weather: 302-436-3015 or www.FreemanStage.org.
HARLEY-DAVIDSON OF OCEAN CITY WEDNESDAY NIGHT DINNER RIDE — 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 Delmar Pizza, Delmar. Info: 410-629- 1599 or www.hdoceancity.com.
SUMMER STORYTIME SESSION — Worcester Preparatory School's Guerrieri Library, 508 S. Main St., in Berlin, 10 a.m. Worcester's middle school students and library staff will host the session for children of preschool and primarygrade age. Info: Dr. Merle Marsh, 410-641- 3575.
BINGO — Ocean City Elks Lodge 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.
CRABBY WEDNESDAY — American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City, every Wednesday until September. Order steamed crabs by 2 p.m. on Tuesday and eat them at the Post from 5-7 p.m. on Wednesday. The public is invited. Order: 410-289-3166.
THURSDAY, JULY 30
FREE BONFIRES ON THE BEACH — Ocean City beach at North Division Street, 9 p.m., Thursdays, through Aug. 27. This week features the Ocean City Beach Patrol. Take beach chairs and/or blankets. Info: www.ococean.com or 1-800-626-2326.
FREE PERFORMANCE — The Freeman Stage at Bayside, located on Town Lake at the intersection of Americana Parkway and Lakeview Drive in the Bayside community (routes. 54 and 20). Featuring Rennie Harris Puremovement Hip-Hop Dance at 7 p.m. Open to the public. Blankets, lawn chairs, cameras, camcorders and picnics welcome (no glass or alcoholic beverages). The concession stand opens 30 minutes prior to performances. 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
STAND UP AGAINST TAXATION, SPENDING WITHOUT REPRESENTATION — Join thousands for a peaceful protest in Washington, D.C., on Saturday, Sept. 12. Bus departure from West Ocean City park and ride at 6:30 a.m. Cost is $30 per person. Refreshments included. Contact Brian at 410-251-3585 or John at 443- 664-6887, members of the "Patriot Party," a grassroots movement to reduce government deficit spending. Limited to the first 50 people.
REGISTER FOR VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth St., in Ocean City, Aug. 3-7, 9 a.m. to noon. Theme is "Rome: Paul and the Underground Church." Open to children ages 4-12. Youth 13 and older may serve as volunteer assistants. Pre-registration requested, but not required, by calling 410-629-0891. Info: Church office, 410- 289-7430 or Judy Seymour, 443-614-5416.
CAREGIVER'S SUPPORT GROUP MEETING The Arbor at Ocean Pines, 11202 Racetrack Road, Suite 201, the first Tuesday of each month, 10-11 a.m. The meeting is free and open to the public. Info: Marie Okronley or Dee Myers, 410-208-3999.
HIGH SCHOOL SEEKS DONATIONS OF OLD CAMERAS — Wicomico High School is seeking donations of any make or model of used digital or single lens Relex film cameras to the schools photography classes. Cameras should have working features such as light meters, and working film advance levers. No point and shoots. Donations can be picked up or dropped off at the school. Info: Kenneth Jones, 443-365-1821.
SPORTS CAMPS — Sponsored by the Worcester County Recreation and Parks Department, the camps are open to school-age children entering first grade and up this summer. n Tennis Camp: Aug. 17-21, 9 a.m. to noon n Soccer Camp: Aug. 10-14, 9 a.m. to noon n Middle School Basketball Camp: Aug. 17-21, 9 a.m. to noon n Sports Combo Camps take place throughout the summer n Recreation Sports Camp: features recreation sports, ie. capture the flag, ultimate Frisbee, Dodgeball, kickball and more. Financial aid for sports and recreational camps is available. Info and list of dates: 410-632- 2144.
AMERICAN LEGION POST 166 ACTIVITIES Located at 2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City. Summer activities: Monday through Friday, lunch served 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Tuesday, early bird dinner, 2-6 p.m., and line dancing, 7:30 p.m.; Wednesday, Crab Night with other fried items, 5-7 p.m.; Thursday, bingo, 7 p.m., doors open at 5:30 p.m. Refreshments available; Friday, Shrimp Night, 3-6 p.m.; Saturday, music with DJ Andy, 7:30- 11:30 p.m.; and Sunday, closed. Info: 410- 289-3166 or www.alpost166.org.
ART EXHIBIT — Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St., through July 31. Featuring annual Beverly Bassford juried show with cash awards. Theme is artist's choice. Info: www.artleagueofoceancity. org or 410-524-9433.
O.C. BOARDWALK LABYRINTH — St. Paul's bythe 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 and 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.
