OUT&ABOUT
ROLE MODEL Role models serve as an inspiration and encourage children to aim high. Showell Elementary School's new vice principal, Aaron Dale, inspired kindergarteners Gavin Taylor, left, and Kenny Berry to wear a tie on picture day at the school. FRIDAY, NOV. 20
15TH ANNUAL WINTERFEST GALA — Princess Royale Hotel, 9100 Coastal Highway in Ocean City. Will include valet parking, enjoy the Best of the Town from the Delmarva Chef's & Cook's Association, chocolate fountain, silent auction, vodka luge and martini bar. Live entertainment with UMES Jazz Orchestra, The Quake, and Deanna Bogart. Tickets: Ocean City convention center, 410-723-8610; Liz Steedman, 410-251- 6690; www.winterfestgala.com; or 1-800-OCOCEAN. Proceeds from the gala benefit the Ocean City Winterfest of Lights.
PARENTS NIGHT OUT — Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway in West Ocean City, 5-8 p.m. Free activites and food for kids ages pre-kindergarten through third grade. Pre-registration required. Call 410- 641-2186 to leave name and phone number.
SIXTH-GRADE PERFORMERS Some of the actors in the grade 6 play presented at Worcester Prep under the direction of teacher Linda Smith are, seated from left, Bridget Brown, Devin Hammond, Hannah Arrington, Rachel Berry, Lauren Dykes and Regan Shanahan; second row, Kathryn O'Malley, Julia D'Antonio, Victoria Middleton, Nate Abercrombie, Biola Eniola, Alex Choy, Jordan Kilgore and Taylor Zarif; and third row, Michael Brittingham, Zach Oltman, Jordan Osias, Director Linda Smith, Charley Pritchard and Wyatt Richins. 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. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410-524-7994.
SATURDAY, NOV. 21 TURKEY TROT — Eagles Landing, 12367 Eagles Nest Road in West Ocean City. Fourplayer scramble for adults, includes a turkey feast after play. Info: 410-213-7277 of www.eagleslandinggolf.com.
BINGO — Fraternal Order of Eagles, 107 Alexander Ave., just off Route 13, next to Pep- Boys in Salisbury. Games begin at 7 p.m., with a special Early Bird game at 6:30 p.m. Doors open at 5:30 p.m. Prizes include Vera Bradley bags, Longaberger baskets, Harley-Davidson items as well as other donations from the community. Also featuring door prizes, a silent auction, a 50/50 raffle and food available for purchase. Tickets cost $20 in advance and may be purchased at Harley-Davidson of Ocean City and Harley-Davidson of Seaford. Tickets at the door cost $25. Proceeds benefit the Spuck & Lib Bennett Scholarship Fund. Directions: Brian Jones, 410-749-1981. For information on the bingo, or to make a donation to the scholarship, contact Helen, 410- 463-1186; Harley-Davidson of OC, 410-629- 1599 or Ashley and Kathy, 302-629-6161.
'DRIVEN QUARTET' IN CONCERT — Stephen Decatur High School, 9913 Seahawk Road in Berlin, 7 p.m. The Southern Gospel concert will open featuring the Stephen Decatur High School Choir. A love offering will be taken. Info: Friendship United Methodist Church, 410-641-2578
PINE'EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN — 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.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT FRIED CHICKEN DINNER New Hope United Methodist Church, Willards, noon. Menu includes mashed potatoes, greens, string beans, macaroni and cheese, beets, applesauce, biscuits, dessert and coffee. Cost is $11 for adults. Carry-out available. Info: 410-543-8244 or 410-430-7104.
HOLIDAY MARKET — Holy Trinity Cathedral, 11021 Worcester Highway (MD 575 and 90) Berlin, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Featuring local crafters, beautiful handmade gifts, delicious baked goods, homemade jams and jellies, children's craft center. Also offering homemade soup and sandwiches for lunch (carryout available). Vendor's tables available for $25. Info: Vicki Ray, 410-208-6775.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY HOSTS NOVEMBER WAREHOUSE SALE — Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County, Inc., warehouse, 310 E. Market St., in Snow Hill, 8 a.m. to noon. Items to be sold include building materials, appliances, kitchen cabinets, furniture, fixtures and household items. All proceeds will be used by Habitat to fund the building of three future homes located on Flower Street in Berlin. Info: Steve Drummond, 443-864-6744 or sdrummond01@ chw-md.com. For donations and to arrange pick up of items, contact Bill O'Donnell, 410-208-4440 or ocres@verizon.net.
TURKEY SHOOT — Synepuxent Rod & Gun Club, 7909 Purnell Crossing Road in Berlin, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Registration begins at 7:30 a.m. Take own 12-gauge shotgun and ammo will be provided. Rounds will average $3 per person. Win gift certificates from area restaurants, weekend hotel accommodations and turkeys, chickens, etc. Breakfast and lunch will be available. Proceeds benefit Ocean City/Berlin Boy Scout Troop 225. Info: Glenn Miller, 443- 783-2254 or scoutmaster@octroop225.org.
SUNDAY, NOV. 22
PINE'EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN — 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.
THANKSGIVING SERVICE — Sponsored by the Ocean City Christian Ministers Association and held at Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth St., in Ocean City, 7 p.m. The service will include praise and worship songs, hymns, testimonies, and a brief message. Take packaged food goods and funds for the offering, which will be distributed to the needy in the community. There will be desserts and fellowship after the service. Info: 410-289-7430.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST BUFFET — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke's Church) in Ocean City, 9 a.m. to noon. With coffee and juice. Cost is $9 for adults, children ages 8 and younger eat for half price. Info: 410-524-7994.
MONDAY, NOV. 23
PEER TO PEER: NAMI LOWER EASTERN SHORE — Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive in Berlin, 6:45-9 p.m. NAMI's Peer to Peer is a nineweek course that provides a full approach to recovery for people with mental illness who are interested in achieving and maintaining wellness. Info: Ann, 410-208-3328 or Connie, 732-309-5514.
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.
YOGA — James G. Barrett Medical Office Building rotunda, 5-6:15 p.m. All levels welcome. Cost is $72 for eight sessions or $10 drop-in fee for first time. Info: Georgette Rhoads, 410-641-9734 or grhoads@atlanticgeneral. org.
TUESDAY, NOV. 24
YOGA — James G. Barrett Medical Office Building rotunda, 5:30-6:45 p.m. All levels welcome. Cost is $72 for eight sessions or $10 drop-in fee for first time. Info: Georgette Rhoads, 410-641-9734 or grhoads@atlanticgeneral. org.
WEDNESDAY, NOV. 25
BEREAVEMENT SUPPORT GROUP — Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive in Berlin, 7-8 p.m. The group gathers the fourth Wednesday of each month. Pre-registration is not necessary. Info: Pastoral Care Services, 410-641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org.
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.
THURSDAY, NOV. 26
COMMUNITY THANKSGIVING DINNER — Berlin First Baptist Church, 613 William Street, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. No charge to anyone. Eat in or carry out. Reservations: 410-641-4306.
FREE THANKSGIVING DINNER — Ocean City Baptist Church, 102 N. Division St., 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. No charge to anyone. Eat in or carry out. Reservations: 410-289-6573 or 410-289-4054.
ONGOING EVENTS
POINSETTIA SALE — Sponsored by the Downtown Association. The 6.5-inch pots of either red, white or jingle bells plants cost $10 each. Reservations are being taken until Tuesday, Nov. 24. Pick-up date is Saturday, Dec. 5, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Worcester Street parking lot. There will also be coffee, hot chocolate and cookies served in the Downtown Association office, 605 S. Baltimore Ave., in Ocean City. Order forms are available at the office or online at www.ocdowntownassociation@verizon.net. Info: 410-289-1413.
HOLIDAY TRIP TO EAST COAST GARDEN CENTER — Sponsored by the Ocean Pines Garden Club. Depart from the Ocean Pines Community Center at 8:45 a.m. on Thursday, Dec. 10, and car pool to the gardens. There will be a presentation at the center on decorating urns for the holidays. Attendees can bring a planter and participate or just watch the demonstration at no cost. Reservations: Bev, 410-208-4567.
HOLLY-DAY ART SHOPPE — Worcester County Arts Council Co-Op Gallery, 6 Jefferson St., in Berlin, till Dec. 31. The gallery will be filled with artwork created by local artists and handmade crafts. Hours are Tuesday through Friday, and occasionally on Saturdays, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Info: 410-641-0809.
KARAOKE AND SHRIMP NIGHT — VFW Post 8296, 104 66th St., in Ocean City, every Tuesday, 6 p.m. Featuring karaoke by Bud, half-pound steamed shrimp with pitcher of draft beer or soda for $9.75 or 1 pound of shrimp for $10. Also, homemade crab cakes $6.50 and other menu items available. Public invited. Info: 410-524-8196.
FREE DIABETES CLINIC — Atlantic General Hospital will be offering a free diabetes clinic to residents, 18 years of age and older, of Worcester and Somerset counties with limited resources who need help with medications, test strips and glucose meters. The clinics include limited education and HgbA1C finger stick blood test, glucose finger stick blood test, blood pressure screening, American Diabetes Association Risk Assessment and dietitian counseling. Clinics are held at Atlantic Health Center, every other Thursday from 8:30 a.m. to noon. Schedule an appointment, 410-641- 9703.
OCEAN CITY LIBRARY EVENTS — All programs are free. Info: 410-524-1818. n Yoga for Homeschoolers and their parents. Every Wednesday, 1 p.m. n Story Time for preschool children. Every Wednesday, 10:30 a.m.
2ND ANNUAL WOMEN'S CLUB OF OCEAN PINES SUPER SCHOLARSHIP RAFFLE — Get raffle tickets for $20 each by calling Joan Gentile, 410-641-6218. There will be monthly drawings for a $50 cash prize and a $25 gas card. The final drawing in August 2010 will be for $500 cash and a $50 gas card. All tickets will be eligible for monthly and final drawings.
BUS TRIPS ALONG EAST COAST — Sponsored by the Worcester County Recreation and Parks n Dec. 5: New York City. Spend the day on your own in New York City during the holiday season. Cost is $60. n Dec. 10: New York City. Catch the famous Radio City Rockettes. Cost is $110 and includes transportation and a ticket to the show. Afterward, there will be time to see the city. n Dec. 13-14: Spend a night and a day in New York City. Cost is $630 and includes motorcoach transportation, a ticket to "Chicago" and a ticket to George Balanchine's The Nutcracker at the New York City Ballet, breakfast and overnight accommodations at the Novotel Hotel. n Dec. 16: Day trip to New York City. Explore New York on your own at a cost of $60 for motorcoach transportation or see the Radio City Rockettes perform for $110 for transportation and a ticket to the show. Register: Chris Adkins, 410-632-2144, Ext. 107 or cadkins@co.worcester.md.us.
WPS SEEKS SILENT AUCTION ITEMS — Seeking donations such as sports equipment, sports memorabilia, art, jewelry, trips, gift certificates, large toys, electronics, home and garden items, boutique items and tickets to events for silent auction to benefit Worcester Preparatory School. Items will be auctioned at the Christimas Bazaar on Dec. 6. Drop off directly to the Burbage Center (before Nov. 30) or for pick up, contact Karen Tomasello at 410-430-3227, kktoc@comcast.net or Susan Beauchamp at 410-641-3575, sbeauchamp@worcesterprep.org. Donation forms can be faxed to 410-641-3586.
HOLIDAY ART SHOW — Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St., in Ocean City, through Dec. 20. All items on display are available for sale to the general public. Info: 410-524-9433.
D.C. HAND DANCE CLUB OFFERS LESSONS Every Wednesday at the Blue Ox Bar & Grill, 12601 Coastal Highway in Ocean City, 5:30- 6:30 p.m. Followed by hand dancing until 9:30 p.m. Info: 301-906-5962 or www.dchandanceclub. com.
