It’s SUMMERTIME 2013 and the livin’ is easy in Ocean City Maryland!
Sunny, warm weather brings out the very best of the beach – resort activities here in Ocean City Maryland! No matter, participant or viewer – there is something for everyone all summer long!
JUNE 2013
OC CAR & TRUCK SHOW – June 8th & 9th, 2013 Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay. One of the East Coast’s largest automotive and culture events comes to Ocean City with the most amazing vehicles that grace the pages of your favorite automotive magazines. From tuners to exotics, from trick trucks to slammed SUV’s, from crazy classics to super bikes, the OC Car Show has something for everyone. Combine that with top name companies with interactive displays, vendors with everything for your ride and Ocean City’s biggest name performances live on the OC Car Show Stage, the event is great entertainment. For updates on artists and special guest appearances, visit www.occarshow.com. Tickets sold at the door. Admission.
Hours:
Sat., 10 am – 10 pm
Sun., 10 am – 6 pm
For more information, contact Brian Stoehr at 302-436-0183 or occarshow02@aol.com, or visit www.occarshow.com.
OCEAN CITY AIR SHOW– June 8th & 9th, 2013 – 12 noon – 4pm. Oceanside & Boardwalk.
The Ocean City Air Show has been named a Top 100 Event in the country by American Bus Association for 2011!
Visit www.ocairshow.com to purchase tickets online.
Celebrating its 6th year, the Ocean City Air Show is back! Performers will be announced when available. The show will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk, creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort’s beaches and attractions. Spectators can see the show free of charge, however, VIP seating is available for those who want to be front and center. Saturday and Sunday 12-4 p.m. Show Center: 16th Street & Boardwalk. www.ocairshow.com.
The 2013 OC Air Show will feature many of the nations top civilian performers including jet demos, civilian aerobatic performers, and formation flight teams.
For a line-up of performers and schedule of events and where to stay, please visit www.ocairshow.com.
OCEAN CITY SHARK TOURNAMENT – June 12th – 16th, 2013. Ocean City’s largest shark fishing tournament. Bring the kids and watch the fish weigh-ins at the Ocean City Fishing Center located at the west side of Route 50 bridge. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge. For more information visit www.ocsharktournament.com.3
ARTS ON THE DOCK - June 13th – August 29th, 2013. Local artists showcasing their work on the docks of the Ocean City Fishing Center Marina every Thursday evening June 14 – August 23 from 4 – 7 p.m. Jennifer Blunt 410-213-1121, www.ocfishing.com
ARTS ALIVE 2013– June 15th – 16th, 2013. Northside Park, 125th St. Art’s Alive celebrates 13 years as Ocean City’s biggest and best fine art show. What could be better than fine art at the beach? How about fine art for sale around a beautiful lagoon in a picturesque park with expansive bay views. Visit 100 artists as they sell their works, lunch at the Artists’ Café and enjoy live music while your children enjoy free art activities. Art’s Alive is the art show that has something for everyone.
Don’t forget to take a little bit of Art’s Alive and Ocean City home with you. Stop by the Art’s Alive Official Event Merchandise Tent located in the Information Booth. Merchandise includes T-shirts, jackets, baseball hats, pins and more.
Art’s Alive will take place outdoors rain or shine. Bring the whole family and create an “artsy” Ocean City memory at Art’s Alive 2012. For more information on Art’s Alive, please call the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
Saturday, June 15 – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Sunday, June 16 – 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
FIREMEN’S PARADE – June 19th, 2013. Baltimore Avenue from 15th to 32nd Streets. Annual parade at 1:00 pm. Baltimore Ave. from 15th St. to 32nd St. Equipment, bands, and floats (approx. 3 hours). For more information, visit www.msfa.org.
DEW TOUR – June 20th – 23rd, 2013. Beach at the Inlet. OCEAN CITY IS EXCITED TO WELCOME THE DEW TOUR AGAIN IN 2013!
For all the latest information, including a schedule of events, athlete bios, and photos of your favorite Dew Tour stars, go to dewtouroc.com.
WINE IN THE PARK – June 28th – 29th, 2013. Northside Park, 125th Street (Bayside). WINE TASTING IN THE PARK – Featuring wineries from the Mid-Atlantic, micro-brewed Beers, fine cuisine, quality arts & crafts, and live music. Spread your blanket out in front of the “Stage on the Bay.” Friday & Saturday from 11 a.m. – 7 p.m. General Admission $22.00 (with proper identification), includes a wine glass and wine samples. Under 21 must be accompanied by parent. Under 7 yrs free with adult. Groups of 10 or more discounted at gate. Ask about our “Designated Driver” program. For more information, please visit www.winefest.com or call 410-280-3306.
JULY 2012
CELEBRATE JULY 4TH DOWNTOWN – Thursday, July 4th, 2013. Enjoy a free concert at 8 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. downtown on the beach at North Division Street and simultaneously, uptown at 127th Street at Northside Park. For more information, please call 1-800-626-2326 or the Ocean City Department of Recreation & Parks at 410-250-0125.
SUNSET PARTY NIGHTS - July 11th – August 29th, 2013. Sunset Park at South Division Street Bayside. Thursday nights in July & August. Thursday nights in July and August. Watch the sun set over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in Ocean City! Sunset Park is located along South Division Street & the Bay. Event begins at 7 p.m. and runs to approx. 9:00 p.m. Admission to the park is free, while beverages, including beer, are available for purchase. Event held July 11th, 18th and 25th – August 1st, 8th, 15th 22nd and 29th. – It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating. Website: http://oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/special events.html
SUNDAES IN THE PARK - July 14th – August 25th, 2013. Northside Park at 127th St. & the Bay for ice cream sundaes and live entertainment. Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park, located at 127th Street and the Bay, for ice cream sundaes and live entertainment. Sundaes in the Park is a family concert series offered Sunday evenings in July and August from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. For a small fee, enjoy your own ice cream sundae creation as you listen to your musical favorites and watch the sunset over the beautiful Assawoman Bay. The grand finale to each Sundaes in the Park event will be Fireworks at 9 p.m.!
SUNDAES IN THE PARK ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE – RAIN OR SHINE
July 14
Key West Band (Jimmy Buffett Tribute)
Mike Rose (Magic Show)
July 21
The Groove Train (Disco)
Lollipop the Clown (Fun & Games)
July 28
The Reagan Years (80′s Music)
Cascading Carlos (A Juggling Workshop)
August 4
The Janitors (Classic Rock/Funk/Pop)
Mike Rose (Magic Show)
August 11
Front Page News (Classic Rock)
Maryland DNR (Scales & Tales)
August 18
Jesse Garron (Tribute to Elvis)
Cascading Carlos (A Juggling Workshop)
August 25
Captain Quint (Tropical Rock & Roll)
Maryland DNR (Scales & Tales)
All entertainment is subject to change without notice.
For more information, call 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326)
26th ANNUAL OC TUNA TOURNAMENT– July 12th- 14th, 2013 - OC Fishing Center, off Rt. 50 in West OC. East Coast largest Tuna Tournament.
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash. Weigh-ins Fri., Sat. & Sun. 4 p.m. -7:30 p.m. Jennifer Blunt, ocfc@ocfishing.com
GREEK FESTIVAL – July 12th – 14th, 2013. Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay. Enjoy the sights, sounds, and flavors of a trip to Greece right here at the beautiful Ocean City Convention Center, where everyone is welcome to be Greek for the week! Traditional Greek Fare available. Enjoy shopping at any of the vendors, featuring original & reproduction art, jewelry, clothing and more. Live entertainment. For more information call St. George’s Greek Orthodox Church at 410-524-0990 or visit www.stgeorgeoc.md.goarch.org.
Festival Hours: Friday and Saturday 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.; Sunday 12 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Admission:
Friday – Free from 12:00-5:00 p.m., $3.00 after 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday – $2.00 from 12:00-5:00 p.m., $3.00 after 5 p.m.
Children under age 14 are free with an adult.
There’s much more to come for the summer of 2012…stop back soon!
Welcoming the NEW YEAR – Eastern Shore Style!
Here on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, New Year’s Eve is celebrated in ways unique to our geographical region.
Ocean City our holiday begins in late November with the creation of the annual, month long winter wonderland called
Next on our celebrating New Year’s Eve trek, though only three years old, is the 
Ball Drop in Berlin, MD – a short distance inland from Ocean City. Berlin is a small, but thriving historic town filled with little shops and trendy eateries. Crowds gather and swarm the Main Street in the downtown area in front of the well known, Atlantic Hotel awaiting that stroke of the clock – turning the calendar for another year. It’s a replica mini-Times Square evening that includes live musical performances. Throughout the town, area restaurants ‘fancy-up’, offering elegant, multi-course meals. This family fun event offers a taste of the big city life without the distant travel!
Finally, and most locally unique in celebrating the magic hour is the Muskrat Drop in Princess Anne – located in nearby Somerset County. Since it’s becoming more and more ‘proper’ to drop something local, this small town has chosen the muskrat! Located on the western edge of the Delmarva Peninsula, Princess Anne is surrounded by tidal marshland inhabited by this mammal. This event, which began in 2011, has entered its second year – when a stuffed muskrat named Marshall P. Muskrat is lowered from the top of a fire truck ladder as part of the town’s celebration.
Since time travel has not yet been perfected, you get to choose only one location in which to celebrate the New Year…though to be certain, you won’t be disappointed anywhere on the Eastern Shore!
COOL WEATHER FUN in Ocean City MD…2012!
In spite of the calendar calling for an end to summertime, the fun continues in Ocean City Maryland. Fall brings the best – fishing and fewer crowds meaning the sand and surf are all yours! Exploring Assateague Island offers added excitement. Below are listed a few of our seasonal events and activities scheduled for YOUR enjoyment here at our resort. Please join us…
OCTOBER 2012
Oct. 14-28: Ocean City Fall Restaurant Week. Many spectacular restaurants will create special menus designed to tempt your taste buds. Special, fixed-priced menus will be offered throughout the two-week event. No passes, tickets or coupons are required. Just simply choose a participating restaurant and dine out during the dates of the promotion. For information call the Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association at 1-800-626-2326 x 2, www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com, inquire@ocvisitor.com
Oct. 19-April 14, 2013: ENJOY A HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDE AROUND DOWNTOWN OCEAN CITY!
10/19/12 – 4/14/13 – Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 11:00 am – 5:00 p.m. (depending on weather and/or ridership) – General Route: Starting Inlet Lot…Baltimore Avenue….Dorchester Street to Boardwalk…..going south around pier and back to the Inlet Lot. $10 per person – 3 years and under FREE
LIGHT UP DOWNTOWN CELEBRATION! November 24th – December 15th Come celebrate the holidays in downtown Ocean City at Sunset Park – Lighting Ceremony November 24th, Holiday music and dance performances each Friday & Saturday night starting at 5:30 p.m.
11/24/12 to 12/16/12 – additional Special Christmas Route – SANTA WILL DRIVE THE CARRIAGE – on Thursday, Friday, Saturday & Sunday from 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m. starting at Sunset Park located on South Philadelphia Avenue … south to S. 1st Street……north on Baltimore Avenue to Somerset Street……..south on Philadelphia Avenue back to Sunset Park. $5 per person – 3 years and under FREE
For more information visit www.downtownassociation.net or call 410-289-1413/443-783-1409
Oct 20-21: O.C. Toberfest on the Beach 2012 – Beach at North Division St., Dorchester St. & Somerset St. Bayside/Boardwalk/Inlet. FREE HALLOWEEN EVENTS FOR THE ENTIRE FAMILY!
A Beach maze with Halloween displays, music and activities including a family costume parade and a Howl-o-ween costume pet parade and a Great Pumpkin Race. 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. daily. For more information contact infoevent@aol.com or visit www.specialeventpro.com
BEACH MAZE October 20-21 & 27-28 Maze hours 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Daily (weather permitting) North Division Street & the Beach. Wicked witches, pirates of the sand, scary scarecrows, ghouls in the graveyard, zombies and more await your arrival. It’s free! Be there if you dare.
HOWL-O-WEEN PET PARADE – Saturday, Oct. 20th – 2 p.m. on the Boardwalk at North Division Street (rain date October 21st) – Lots op prizes and surprises for best dressed pets, family and friends. Gather your goblins, dress in your best costume and parade the boards. Free with donation of pet food, and other pet friendly items to Humane Society. For more information click on www.specialeventpro.com/octoberfest.php
*An additional O.C. Toberfest will be held Octoer 27-28, 2012!
October 20, 2012: OC Vintage Car Rally & Ride on the Boardwalk – 2012. Come see the parade of cars sporting an Ocean City vintage license plate! Back for its second year, the OC Rally will take place on the Boardwalk on Oct. 20th. The cars will line up on 15th St. and ‘roll-off’ at noon.
Stick around for a group photo. Individual photos available after the event. Must have a valid OC vintage license plate to participate. To register, go to http://www.downtownassociation.net.
October 24-31, 2012: Third Annual LOCAL’S WEEK! – 2012. Everyone’s a “Local” during the Ocean City Museum Society’s Local’s Week.
FREE Admission for all who think of Ocean City as their home: residence, vacation, time-share, day trippers! Join us as we celebrate all that makes Ocean City a place we all want to call home! 10:00 a.m. – to 5:00 p.m. For more information on Museum events, visit: www.ocmuseum.org
Oct. 27-28, 2012: Ocean City Coin & Currency Show 2012. Professional coin & currency dealers will be buying & selling U.S. and World Coins and Currency, plus free appraisals & free admission. Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m. Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Carl Ostiguy, 443-623-7025. www.coinshows.com. or ceocoins@comcast.net
October 27, 2012: SEASIDE 10 – 2012. This well-known event will take place rain or shine! Join in the 10 mile or 5k race with both starting at the Ocean City Inlet. The race begins at 9:00 a.m. The race course includes the world famous Ocean City Boardwalk and then heads out to Coastal Hwy. Registration fees for participants. www.octrirunning.com For information call 443-497-4324
NOVEMBER 2012
November 1 – March 30, 2013: Horseback Riding at Ocean City’s Beach. Ocean City now offers horseback riding on the beach during winter, early spring.
Permit applications are now available to persons wishing to ride horses on Ocean City’s beach. Applications can be obtained from the City Clerk’s Office in City Hall at 301 Baltimore Avenue or online at www.oceancitymd.gov.
The cost is $20 for a single-day permit and $50 for a seasonal permit. Horseback riding will be allowed on the beach beginning at 27th Street and extending south to the Inlet jetty between the hours of 6 a.m. and 5 p.m. November 1 to March 30.
Nov. 3-4, 2012: Fallfest of Fine Art/Christmas Craft Expo, Convention Center, 40th Street: Juried show features fine art painters, sculptors and mixed media high crafts. Admission. Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. and Sunday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.duckmandon@comcast.net.
Nov. 15 -Jan. 1: Winterfest of Lights, town wide, Inlet lot and Northside Park, 127th Street: Dazzling lights on cold winter nights put everyone in a holiday mood. Northside Park display open Sunday-Thursday, 5:30-9:30 p.m.; Friday-Saturday, 5:30-10:30 p.m. www.oceancitymd.gov/Recreation_and_Parks/special events.html. Winterfest of Lights has been named a prestigious Top 100 Event for 2010 and 2011 by American Bus Association.
Northside Park, 125th Street & The Bay
Sunday – Thursday 5:30 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
Friday & Saturday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.
Enjoy this winter paradise created for the whole family! Take a ride through an animated wonderland on the Winterfest Express. Board the train and sing Christmas Carols as you glide past spectacular lighted displays including the Twelve Days of Christmas and your favorite fairy tales. Visit the Winterfest Village which is located inside a festive, heated pavilion decorated for the season. Buy a cup of hot chocolate at The OC Recreation Boosters cafe, browse the Yukon Cornelius Gift Shop for that special stocking stuffer or OC souvenir. The gift shop offers children’s sizes through Adult 4XL. Live entertainment is scheduled on some nights inside the pavilion. Santa available for photos every night until December 23.
While in Ocean City, drive along the Avenue of Trees on Baltimore Avenue from 15th – 32nd Street. Be sure to visit all of Ocean City, Maryland to create a lasting holiday memory. More than one million holiday lights sparkle throughout the town on animated displays.
Advance tickets to ride the Winterfest Express may be purchased (in person only) at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center during regular Box Office hours (Mon – Fri 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.)
Nov. 23-25: Holiday Shopper’s Fair 2012, Convention Center, 40th Street: Shopping extravaganza. Unique handmade merchandise, nautical, candles, photography, florals, jewelry, ceramics. Great gift & household items. Children’s activities, photo w/Santa & Non-Shopper’s lounge. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission. For information call 1-800-626-2326
November 25, 2012: Main Street, Berlin MD. Berlin Holiday Arts Night & Christmas Tree Lighting. Get in the spirit of the holiday season with the Christmas Tree Lighting, caroling and featured artists. Food and beverages available. Free Admission. Sunday, November 25, 2012 from 5:30 p.m. to 9 p.m. For more information call Olive Mawyer at 410-641-4775 or visit www.BerlinChamber.org
DECEMBER 2012
Dec. 1- January 2, 2010: Winterfest of Lights continues. Dazzling lights and displays throughout Ocean City Maryland. www.ococean.com
Dec. 2 – 25: Victorian Christmas, Berlin, MD: Month-long celebrations include animated window displays, horse and carriage rides, breakfast with Santa, concerts, parade, house tours, Victorian fashion show and teas. Santa visits weekends at the Atlantic Hotel. www.berlinchamber.org
Dec. 1: Christmas Parade, Coastal Highway 100th St to 115th St
Wonderful holiday parade with high school bands, floats & marching units. Parade Route from 100th Street Coastal Highway to 115th Street. Parade 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. For more information contact Elaine V. Jarvis, 410-524-9000. Honijarvis@cs.com.
December 1: Victorian Christmas Celebration – 2012. Snow Hill MD. 208 W Market St., Snow Hill, MD Website: http://www.purnellmuseum.com
Enjoy an old-fashioned holiday party with refreshments, music and kid’s activities. Saturday 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. Admission. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515, mail@purnellmuseum.com, www.purnellmuseum.com
December 2, 2012: Holiday Open House – OC Life Saving Station Museum – 2012. This is an excellent opportunity to visit the Ocean City Life Saving Station Museum and also check out the Gift Shop. Many unique items for your holiday shopping. Sunday 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Free admission the entire day. Sandy Hurley, 410-289-4991, www.ocmuseum.org
Dec. 31: New Year’s Eve, Town of Ocean City. Town wide celebrations at your favorite hotel or restaurant. Enjoy ringing in the New Year at your favorite place. Many Ocean City hotels, clubs and restaurants offer special packages or menus for this special night. Call your favorite spot or 800-OC-OCEAN for general information. Firework display at Northside Park at midnight!
Stay tuned to view a listing of ALL the delightful events in the Ocean City Maryland events for the new year…Wishing everyone a HAPPY, HEALTHY AND PROSPEROUS NEW YEAR 2013
Ripley’s BELIEVE IT or NOT…Annual Gimme Five Food Drive to Fight Hunger in the Lower Shore
Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Holds 2nd Annual Gimme Five Food Drive to Fight Hunger in
the Lower Shore
Donate 5 cans of food and get a ticket to Ripley’s Ocean City Odditorium for only $5 from November 4-8
Ocean City, Md. (Oct. 15, 2012) - Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is bringing back its Gimme Five Food Drive campaign to combat hunger in all the cities where it has Believe It or Not! Odditoriums.
This year’s event will take place from Sunday, November 4 through Thursday, November 8.
Here’s how it works: guests who bring a donation of five non-perishable food items can get a ticket to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Ocean City Odditorium for just $5 (regular adult ticket price is $13.99). All the food collected will go to Diakonia.
“This is a win-win situation,” said Jim Pattison Jr., President of Ripley Entertainment Inc. “We’re able to help needy families put food on the table and also offer a great discount when families visit our Odditoriums.”
Last year’s Gimme Five Food Drive netted more than 15,000 donations and helped feed tens of thousands of people across the country.
Facts on hunger in the Lower Shore:
Demand at the Diakonia food pantry has increased substantially over the last several months.
Diakonia is now distributing roughly 500 bags of groceries to needy families each month.
Many food bank clients say their children have to skip meals because there is not enough money for food.
Suggested donations include juice, soup, beans, tuna, cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, pasta, tomato sauce and baby food.
Ripley’s Ocean City Odditorium is located in the Pier Building on the Boardwalk. Hours are from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm with extended hours on weekends.
Ripley’s “Gimme Five” promotion may not be combined with any other offers. One discount ticket available for every 5 non-perishable food items donated.
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Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Holds 2nd Annual Gimme Five Food Drive to Fight Hunger in the Lower Shore
Donate 5 cans of food and get a ticket to Ripley’s Ocean City Odditorium for only $5 from November 4-8
Ocean City, Md. (Oct. 15, 2012) - Ripley’s Believe It or Not! is bringing back its Gimme Five Food Drive campaign to combat hunger in all the cities where it has Believe It or Not! Odditoriums.
This year’s event will take place from Sunday, November 4 through Thursday, November 8.
Here’s how it works: guests who bring a donation of five non-perishable food items can get a ticket to Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Ocean City Odditorium for just $5 (regular adult ticket price is $13.99). All the food collected will go to Diakonia.
“This is a win-win situation,” said Jim Pattison Jr., President of Ripley Entertainment Inc. “We’re able to help needy families put food on the table and also offer a great discount when families visit our Odditoriums.”
Last year’s Gimme Five Food Drive netted more than 15,000 donations and helped feed tens of thousands of people across the country.
Facts on hunger in the Lower Shore:
Demand at the Diakonia food pantry has increased substantially over the last several months.
Diakonia is now distributing roughly 500 bags of groceries to needy families each month.
Many food bank clients say their children have to skip meals because there is not enough money for food.
Suggested donations include juice, soup, beans, tuna, cereal, canned fruits and vegetables, peanut butter, pasta, tomato sauce and baby food.
Ripley’s Ocean City Odditorium is located in the Pier Building on the Boardwalk. Hours are from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm with extended hours on weekends.
Ripley’s “Gimme Five” promotion may not be combined with any other offers. One discount ticket available for every 5 non-perishable food items donated.
SEPTEMBER 2012 in Ocean City Maryland…the best is finally here!
As we turn calendar page of the calendar we are delighted to find the dog days of summer have finally passed. This new month of September signals the beginning of the incomparable ‘shoulder’ season here in Ocean City MD consisting of best beach weather; warm, sunny days and cozy cool evenings along with the best of our Annual Events. Won’t you come and join in the fun?
September 9th. FREE Shakespeare at the Beach – FREE SHAKESPEARE AT THE BEACH – ROMEO AND JULIET
Brown Box Theatre is returning to its home on the Eastern Shore with an exciting production of Romeo and Juliet. This year Brown Box expand the Free Shakespeare at the Beach tour to Downtown Berlin and Snow Hill as well as it previous locations in Ocean Pines, Rehoboth, and of course, Ocean City. Bring a beach chair or blanket and enjoy a FREE outdoor Shakespeare play.
Schedule of additional Plays:
September 7, 2012 7:30 pm – Sturgis Park, 300 River Street, Snow Hill
September 8, 2012 1 pm & 6:30 pm – Historic St. Martin’s Church, 11413 Worcester Hwy., Showell
September 9, 2012 1 pm & 6:30 pm – Sunset Park, South Division Street, Ocean City
September 12, 2012 6:30 pm – White Horse Park, Ocean Parkway, North Gate, Ocean Pines
September 13, 2012 6:30 pm – Indian River Lifesaving Station, 25039 Coastal Hwy, Rehoboth Beach,
September 14, 2012 6:30 pm – Friday Night Art Stroll on Main Street Downtown Berlin
September 13 – 16th - OC BIKEFEST. OC BikeFest will bring national entertainment and bands, stunt shows, bike builders, vendors, food and beverage to the Boardwalk, Ocean City Convention Center, Inlet & Jolly Roger Park . Admission: $15 Adults, $5 Children. Thursday 11 a.m. -8 p.m., Friday 11 a.m. -8 p.m., Saturday 11 a.m. -8 p.m., Sunday 11 a.m. -5 p.m. For more information, please visit www.ocbikefest.com
September 20th – 23rd. SUNFEST, Ocean City’s most popular festival. Inlet Parking lot. Four days of fall fun; craft-filled tents, food vendors with plenty of popular entertainment. Admission to the Festival is FREE!
And, along with all of the activities at the Inlet lot, remember to drop by the beach between 1st and 6th Sts to view or participate in the Sunfest Kite Festival. Thursday – Sunday – 9am – 9pm! http://kiteloft.com
September 21st – 23rd – Berlin MD. Berlin Fiddler’s Convention. Three days of free, live, Bluegrass music on Main Street in Downtown Berlin. Music lovers of all ages travel from across the region to hear competitors vie for thousands in cash prizes. The event kicks off with a concert on Friday night, followed by an Acoustic Music Competition all day Saturday and closing with a free Bluegrass Gospel Jam on Sunday morning. For more information visit http://berlinchamber.org
September 23rd. Annual SAND CASTLE HOME TOUR. Throughout the Ocean City MD area. Art League of Ocean City’s popular event features a self-guided driving tour of 10 unique Ocean City area homes. For more information visit http://artleagueofoceancity.org
September 28th – 30th, GEM, MINERAL & JEWELRY SHOW. Convention Center (40th St. – Bayside). 14k, sterling silver jewelry, pearls, beads, loose stones, crystals & more. Classic and contemporary designs for show and sale. Admission. Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Barbara Haney, 804-746-7663.
A Restorative Weekend in Ocean City Maryland
Viewing a sunrise over the endless Atlantic Ocean skyline reveals the promise of another day in Ocean City MD! Quietly watching the black turn to shades of gray through the first visual definition of a seemingly endless horizon of sky over water is exhilarating. If you’re fortunate enough to be here during winter – with the progressive lengthening of the daylight hours, it’s easy to imagine the promise of the seasons to follow.
We tear off the calendar page – it’s February 2012! With the hmmm of January passed and the ‘threat’ of March looming (March can be a fearsome month weather-wise) we realize, though still cold, that summertime is just a few months away. A quick glance at the list of noteworthy annual events – especially the 29th Annual Seaside Boat Show coming in two short weeks!
Along Coastal Highway one sees a multitude of contractors’ panel vans and 
pick-up trucks filled with tools and supplies scurrying to locations throughout our island resort. Every hotelier and motel owner, every shopkeeper and restaurateur throughout OC is busy taking stock; planning upgrades to properties, inventories and menus. A mild winter (so far) has kept properties safe from any real weather damage; repairs are minimal and maintenance is ongoing.
Current OC island condo owners are beginning to visit to survey their properties, to plan for summertime occupancy. Many prospective owners are visiting on weekends too – hoping to find that ‘just right’, 2nd (vacation) home.
Whether for the romance of a mid-winter, getaway weekend or to survey a property, while here, many will wander over to the Boardwalk…bundling up for a nostalgic walk by the seaside beneath a steadily warming sun. Evenings will find most seeking a long anticipated reunion with their favorite restaurant for a warming dish…most all of the ‘best’ beach eateries are open all year round – though some are only open weekends until the season begins.
A mid-winter visit to Ocean City MD can be restorative in many ways… you’re invited!
Christmas and BEYOND!
If you find yourself visiting Ocean City MD during the month of December you’re already aware we take our celebration of Christmas and Hanukah in a very big way – beginning with the wondrous ‘Winterfest of Lights’…and, the ‘can’t miss ‘ lovely streets and buildings arrayed in traditional holiday décor. But, did you know that our Town extends the celebration – adding several more exciting activities to celebrate the New Year?
New Year’s Day will find the crowds gathering on the beach in front of 
the Princess Royale Hotel (91st Street) to view or participate in the 18th Annual Penguin Swim! Everyone looks forward to this annual dip into the chilly Atlantic to benefit our local Atlantic Hospital. If you’re game – registration beings at 11:30 with the ‘swim’ at 1pm. Great fun for all…
After viewing the swim it’s only a quick drive down Coastal Highway to the Ocean City Town Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue to participate in another New Year’s Day tradition. The Mayor and City Council invite everyone to visit the beautifully decorated City Hall. There are themed exhibits and displays. This year’s focus is on the Art League of Ocean City. While there you may also view the Ocean City history panels displayed throughout the second floor – our Town during days gone by. There is live entertainment and light refreshments are available! Times – 1-3pm.
Finally, with luck, you can scoot down to the well-known, barrier island below 
Ocean City – Assateague, to work off the City Hall ‘refreshment’ visit. For the past 31 years folk have been gathering each January 1st to walk the beach. If you miss the guided walk beginning at the Assateague State Park Visitor Center – you can still take part and enjoy a cup of cocoa at the end of the day. This year the theme for the 2012 (yes, it’s here) will be ‘An Island and Time of Change.‘
That’s it – three exciting activities from which choose: any or all – your choice for a fun-filled day in which to begin your new year in Ocean City Maryland.
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OCTOBER 2011 – Always a ‘treat’ in Ocean City MD
October always brings fine Fall weather; warm, sunny days with cool, cozy evenings and the best ocean water temps! Surfers may be seen everywhere along the beach here in Ocean City MD attempting to ‘catch’ the perfect wave! For landlubbers there are many activities including the ever welcomed – RESTAURANT WEEK, where one may sample the very best offerings from our area’s finest restaurants at reduced prices for TWO full weeks! Below is a highlight of what’s in store for October 2011!
October 1st & 2nd – WINEFEST ON THE BEACH, Inlet Parking Lot. Wineries from across the Mid-Atlantic region as well as micro-brew beer. Arts & Crafts, live music, food available & more. Admission. For more information contact Christina Nokes at 410-280-3306.
October 1st – HARBOR DAY AT THE DOCKS – A WATERFRONT HERITAGE FESTIVAL, Ocean City Commercial Harbor in West Ocean City. Join us for a maritime heritage festival on the docs in the commercial fishing harbor. Seafood cooking demonstrations, fish cleaning techniques, local food available, live entertainment and much more. FREE ADMISSION; great event for the entire family. Visit http://ocharborday.com for more information.
October 1st & 2nd – OCEAN CITY COIN 7 CURRENCY SHOW, Convention Center. Thirty or more coin & currency dealers buying & selling, plus free appraisals and FREE ADMISSION. Phone Carl Ostiguy at 443-623-7025 for more information.
October 1st & 2nd – CHESAPEAKE CELTIC FESTIVAL, Furnace Town Living Heritage Museum in Snow Hill MD. Celebrating the history & culture of all Celtic nations – Ireland, Scotland, Whales, Isle of Man, Cornwall, Brittany (France), Galicia and Astanas (Spain). Music, dancing, art, storytelling, athletics, martial arts, crafts, lifestyle recreation, dogs, sheep herding & more. ADMISSION. For more information, contact Jeanne du Nord – 410-651-0757.
October 2nd thru 16th – OCEAN CITY RESTAURANT WEEK, City-Wide. TWO WEEKS! Sample the culinary delights that Ocean City has to offer. Participating restaurants offer fixed-price menus with two and three-course meals. No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. For more information visit http://oceancityrestaurantweek.com
October 6th, 7th & 8th – ENDLESS SUMMER CRUISIN’, Inlet Parking Lot. Hot rod car show features more than 1,500 hot rods, customs, muscle cars, street machines, classics & more. Live entertainment, manufacturers’ midway, boardwalk parades & special attractions. ADMISSION. For more information visit http://enlesssummercruisin.com
October 7th – FAMILY CAMPFIRE ON THE BEACH, 130th St. on the Beach. Bring your family for a night of fun with a good, old-fashioned campfire. entertainment, storytelling, music & refreshments. S’mores & hot chocolate offered. Bring your beach blankets, warm clothes and the whole family for a night out on the beach. Phone Linda Brittingham at 410-250-0125 for more information.
October 7th & 8th – 32ND ANNUAL MID-ATLANTIC SURF FISHING TOURNAMENT, Beach from 20th – 120th Sts. Sponsored by the Ocean City Surf Angles. Approximately 100 six=person teams participate each year. Prizes and trophies are awarded. For more information and an invitation packet, contact Scott Wallace at 410-213-0646.
October 8th – FALL CAR CRUISE, Main Street in Berlin MD. Classic cars cruise the streets of Historic Berlin Maryland. With music in the streets and local shops in theme, thousands of visitors come to see the classic cars from the 50′s, 60′s and 70′s roar up and down the streets of this lovely Eastern Shore town. For more information visit http://berlinchamber.org or phone Olive Mayer at 410-641-4775.
October 14th & 15th – CORVETTE WEEKEND, Inlet, Boardwalk & Town-wide. Hosted by the Free State Corvette Club, 
this is a great event for corvette enthusiasts & owners. Car shows, road rallies, a boardwalk parade and other related activities raise money for Spina Bifida Association of MD and other charities. For more information call 410-590-5630.
October 14th & 15th – OKTOBERFEST & OKTOBERFEST ART & CRAFT FAIR, Convention Center; 40th St. & Bay. Two full days of continuous entertainment – with over 50 exhibitors displaying holiday items, gifts and wearable art, hand blown beer growlers, sports memorabilia, fine art, photography, bath & beauty products, candles, home decor and MORE! A Bavarian Bandstand, dance contests, a Knockwurst Eating Contest…and more. ADMISSION includes Craft Show. Contact Mike Wicklein or Starr George at 410-213-8090 for more information.
October 22nd – BREWS ON THE BEACH, CRAFT BEER FESTIVAL, Hooper’s Crab House, West Ocean City. Sample over 90 beers. Live entertainment! Noon til 5pm at Hooper’s Crab House in West Ocean City. For more information, visit http://hooperscrabhouse.com
October 27th – JULIA A. PURNELL’S BIRTHDAY PARTY, Julia A. Purnell Museum, Snow Hill, MD. Our gift to you…free admission and birthday cake! More information contact Claire Otterbein at 410-632-0515.
October 29th & 30th – HALLOWEEN FAMILY FUN, Ocean City Boardwalk. A ‘Spook-tacular’ even for the whole family. Boardwalk costume parade, family events and more. Details coming soon. Visit http://oceancity.org.
October 29th – SEASIDE 10 MILER/5K RACE, Ocean City Inlet Parking Lot. Start at the Inlet and run the length of the Boardwalk and then hop on Coastal Hgwy up to 72nd Street and back the same route to the finish line – 3 hr. time limit. Walkers welcome but anyone who cannot finish the race within the alloted timeframe will not receive an official time. For more information and registration, contact Chris Keibe at 443-497-4324 or Charlie McClure at 443-370-9202.
October 29th – SWING FOR YOUTH GOLF OPEN, Eagles landing Golf Course. Four-player Florida scramble at Eagles Landing Golf Course with best two balls out of four. Each participant will receive cart and greens fees, gift certificate to golf shop, sleeve of Titleist Pro VI balls, raffle tickets and mulligans. For registration and information contact Bob Croll at 410-213-7277.
October 30th – HALLOWEEN SPOOK-OUT PARTY, Northside Park, 125th & Bay. Participants of all ages can have a howling good time with events that include carnival games, arts & crafts, hayrides, snacks and muc more. Costume contests scheduled throughout the event. For more information call Chris Clarke at 410-250-0125.
For more information on any and all October 2011 events and activities visit http://ocean-city.com/calendar/#2011_10
White Marlin Open 2011- August 8th thru the 12th!
Click this link to see the final results of the 38th Annual White Marlin Tournament in Ocean City Maryland… http://www.whitemarlinopen.com/leaders/
The 38th Annual White Marlin Tournament begins today through Friday, August 12th here in Ocean City Maryland. This annual event is billed as ‘The World’s Largest Billfish Tournament’. Each evening, beginning around 4pm the weigh station, located at Harbor Island, becomes the focal point for many hundreds of fishermen and onlookers as the days’ catch is weighed and measured. With the 2011 prize money expected to reach $2,200,000, this fishing contest is considered a Premier Event on the East Coast. Nearly 250 boats are scheduled to participate and is open to everyone just by registering. From the predawn race to the canyons (located many miles off the Ocean City coast) to the parade of ships (many bearing colorful flags of fish caught), returning triumphant through the inlet and up the bay, in the evening, each successive tournament day proves more exciting! The Awards Ceremony will be held, as tradition, at the Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel (101st St. and Oceanfront) on Saturday, August 13th beginning at 4. Come, join in the festivities, see the many reasons why Ocean City MD has been proclaimed the White Marlin Capital of the World!
For more information visit the official ‘Open’ website at http://www.whitemarlinopen.com You may also check for updated results…under ‘Scoring’ on the website!
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