Things To Do Around Town

Things To Do Around Town
Thngs to do

Every 1st Friday:

Star Charities Volunteers Meet

10 a.m., Ocean Pines Library. 410-641-7667.

Every Friday: FORGE Youth Ministries

6:30-8 p.m., The Odyssey Church, 2 Discovery Lane, Selbyville. Fellowship, fun and a rewarding learning experience for children. Visit www.theodysseychurch.com or call 302-519-3867.

Every Saturday: Weekly Farmers Market

8 a.m.-1 p.m., White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Year-round featuring locally grown vegetables, fruits, eggs, honey, kettle corn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. 410-641-7717.

Every Saturday: Morning Worship

Year round, 10 a.m., Bible study; 11 a.m., worship, Ocean City 7th Day Adventist Church, 10301 Coastal Hwy. (St. Peter’s Lutheran Church), O.C. 443-397-4005.

Every Sunday: Morning Worship

8:30 a.m., contemporary; 10 a.m., traditional, Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 4th St., O.C. 410-289-7430.

Every Sunday: Morning Worship

8 a.m. and 11 a.m., Traditional Worship; 9:30 a.m., Contemporary Worship; St. Peter’s Luth-eran Church, E.L.C.A, 10301 Coastal Hwy., O.C. 410-524-7474.

Every Sunday: Divine Liturgy

9:30 a.m., St. Andrew’s Orthodox Church, 33384 MacKenzie Way, Lewes. Visitors always welcome. All services in English. 302-645-5791 or visit www.orthodoxdelmar.org.

Every Monday: 50+ Christian Social Club

6:30 p.m., Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy., (Rte. 611), Berlin. Get together with 50+ year olds for prayer, encouragement, share joys and concerns, play board games, go for walks, bike rides and more. 410-641-2186, bethanyinberlin.com or e-mail: [email protected].

Every Monday: Delmarva Chorus,

Sweet Adelines Meet

7-9 p.m., Ocean Pines Community Center. Women are invited to learn the craft of a capella singing under the direction of Carol Ludwig. 410-641-6876.

Open Monday-Saturday: Atlantic General

Hospital Auxiliary Thrift Shop

10 a.m.-4 p.m., 10452 Old Ocean City Blvd., Berlin Shopping Center. All profits go to the  hospital to support patient care services, new technology and education and to benefit the community. 410-629-1447.

Open Monday-Saturday: Atlantic United

Methodist Church Thrift Shop

10 a.m.-2 p.m., AUMC, 105 4th Street, O.C.  410-289-7430.

Open Monday-Saturday:

Hospice Thrift Shop

Monday-Friday, 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m.; Saturday, 10 a.m.-4 p.m.; Berlin Shopping Center, just off Route 50, 10445 Old Ocean City Blvd., #7, Berlin. Proceeds benefit Coastal Hospice at the Ocean Residence. 410-641-1132.

Open Monday-Saturday: Shirley Grace

Pregnancy Center Thrift Shop

10 a.m.-5 p.m., Bank Plaza, 34407 Dupont Blvd., Unit 3, Frankford, Del. All proceeds benefit the Shirley Grace Pregnancy Center. 443-513-0114.

Every Monday: Berlin TOPS Meeting

5-6:30 p.m., Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 733 Healthway Dr. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and a healthy lifestyle. 410-251-2083.

Every Tuesday: Prayer Hour

8:30-9:30 a.m., The Odyssey Church, 2 Discovery Lane, Selbyville, Del. If you or someone you know is in need of prayer. 302-519-3867.

Every 2nd Tuesday: Worcester County

Parkinson’s Support Group

2:30-4 p.m., Ocean Pines Library. Speakers, exercises, discussions of current medications and new sources of help. 410-208-3132.

Every Tuesday: TOPS Meeting

5:30-7 p.m., Worcester Co. Health Center, 9730 Healthway Dr., Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle; [email protected].

Every Wednesday: Ocean City/Berlin

Rotary Club Meeting

6 p.m., Captain’s Table Restaurant, in the Courtyard by Marriott, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, O.C.

Every 2nd And 4th Wednesday:

MOPS, Mothers Of Preschoolers Meeting

9:15 a.m., Community Church, Ocean Pines. Free child care so enjoy a mommy’s play date. Visit www. facebook.-com/groups/MOPSccop.

Open Wednesday-Saturday:

Used To Be Mine Thrift Shop

10 a.m.-4 p.m. Supporting Diakonia. Located at the intersection of Route 611 and Sunset Avenue. 410-213-0243.

Open Wednesday-Saturday:

Shepherd’s Nook Thrift Shop

9 a.m.-1 p.m., Community Church at Ocean Pines, Route 589 and Racetrack Road, Berlin. Accepting donations of gently worn clothes and household items.

Every Thursday: Bingo

American Legion Post 166. Doors open at 4:30 p.m., games start at 6:30 p.m. Food and non-alcoholic beverages available. Open to the public. 410-289-3166.

Every Thursday: Chair Aerobics

1-2 p.m., St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Community Life Center, 10301 Coastal Hwy., O.C. Sponsored by St. Peter’s Senior Adult Ministry. Free will offering. 410-524-7474.

Every Thursday:

Beach Singles 45+ Happy Hour

4-7 p.m., Clarion Hotel, 10100 Coastal Hwy., O.C. 302-436-9577 or 410-524-0649.

Every 3rd Thursday:

Pine’eer Craft Club Meeting

9:45 a.m., refreshments followed by business meeting and a craft of the month; Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines.

Every Friday: Forge Youth Meeting

6:30-8 p.m., The Odyssey Church, 2 Discovery Lane, Selbyville, Del. Something fun and positive for children to do on Friday nights. A small meal is provided and parental attendance is not required. 443-366-2813 ot visit www.theodysseychurch.com.

Now Through April 1: 4H Youth Art Exhibition

Exhibition organized by the 4H Club to showcase the artwork of Eastern Shore youth. Art Institute & Gallery, 212 West Main St., Suite 101, Salisbury. 410-546-4748.

Now Through June 23: Art Classes And Exhibits

Art Institute & Gallery, 212 West Main St., Suite 101, Salisbury. Classes include figure drawing, handmade books, carved wooden birds, Zen and Zines, landscapes in oil, folded and accordion books, Ale and Art, home school art days, watercolor/sketch journals for teens, drawing comics for teens and programs for children. 410-546-4748, www.aiandg.org.

March 18: Knights Of Columbus Bingo

Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., behind St. Luke’s Church, Ocean City/ Doors open at 5 p.m., games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. 410-524-7994.

March 18: Bishopville Volunteer Fire

Department Bull And Oyster Roast

6-10 p.m., Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department. Proceeds help fund the purchase of a new fire truck. All your favorites, oysters (various ways), beef sandwiches and fried chicken. Cost: $35, in advance; $40 at the door. For tickets, 410-352-5757.

March 19: Spring Festival And Children’s

Easter Activities

Powellville United Methodist Church, 35606 Mt. Hermon Rd., Powellville. Oyster fritters, chicken salad, hot dogs, homemade soups and beverages on sale. Eat-in or carry-out. Beginning at noon, there will be free children’s crafts followed by an Easter egg hunt on the church lawn. Everyone is welcome. 443-880-8804.

March 19: Fried Chicken Dinner

All you can eat, 11:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. New Hope United Methodist Church, Willards. Menu includes mashed potatoes, greens, string beans, macaroni and cheese, beets, biscuits, dessert and coffee. Cost: Adults, $12. Carry-outs available. 410-543-8244, 443-235-0251.

March 19: Ravens Roost Bull and Oyster Roast

Hooters, West Ocean City, 1-5 p.m. Tickets: $45. All profits go to Ravens Roost 96 charities. 410-598-5880.

March 19: Camp Possibilities

Spaghetti Dinner Fundraiser

4:30-8 p.m., St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Community Life Center, 10301 Coastal Hwy., O.C. To benefit Camp Possibilities, a camp for children with diabetes between the ages of 8 and 15 who, due to the complexity of diabetes management, often do not get to attend summer camp. Cost: $10, adults; $5, children 12 and under. In addition to the dinner, this will be a ticket drop auction, raffle and live auction. 410-251-4793 or 410-251-0626. For a list of auction items, www.SpaghettiForPossibilities.org.

March 20: Parrothead Club Social

Ocean City Parrothead Club Social, 1-4 p.m. All current members and anyone interested in becoming a member are invited to join the group at Twining’s Shanty, Route 54, Fenwick Island, Del., for food and drink specials, raffles, games, prizes and phun. Email [email protected].

March 21: Christian Social Club 1 1/2

Welcomes 50+-year-olds for games, socialization, friendship, activities and prayer. 6:30 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church, corner of Snug Harbor Road and Route 611, Berlin. 410-629-9986.

March 22: Atlantic Coast Chapter, Maryland

Saltwater Sportfishing Association

Meeting, Lions Club off Airport Road in West Ocean City. Meeting starts at 7:30 p.m., doors open at 7 p.m. Guests are welcome. Status of Clam Bill HB916, two guest speakers. [email protected].

March 23: Elks Lodge Bingo

5:30 p.m., doors open; 6:30 p.m., games begin; Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645, 138th St., a-cross from the Fenwick Inn. $1,000 jackpot available, food, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. No one under 18 allowed in bingo hall during bingo.

March 23: Delmarva Hand Dancing

5:30-9 p.m., Peaky’s (formerly Jordan’s Roof-top), at the Fenwick Inn, 138th St., O.C. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s and ’60s. Beginner and intermediate dance lessons 5:30-6:30 p.m. 302-200-3262.

March 23: Republican Women

Of Worcester County Luncheon Meeting

March meeting at Fager’s Island restaurant, 60th Street and the bay, Ocean City. The four Republicans who are running for the Maryland 1st District Congressional seat will speak about their campaigns. Cost: $20. Doors open at 10:30 a.m., meeting begins at 11 a.m. Reservations: 410-208-0171 or gorpataddy@aol.

March 24: Play It Safe Family Fun Night

5-7 p.m., Pizza Tugo’s, Route 50 at Route 611, West Ocean City. Chinese auction of family fun baskets and 50/50. Forty percent of proceeds to be donated to Play It Safe Ocean City, whose mission is to encourage high school graduates to make informed, healthy choices while having fun without the use of alcohol and other drugs. 410-289-7060.

March 26: The Chicken And The Egg

Dyeing Breakfast

Art Institute & Gallery, 212 West Main St., Suite 101, Salisbury. 9-11 a.m. Continental breakfast, children will dye and take home a half-dozen eggs and create other chicken and art projects. Reservations required. members, $10/child, $7.50 adult; non-members, $15 children, $10 adults. 410-546-4748, www.aiandg.-org.

March 30, April 27: Simple Supper

Knights of Columbus Simple Supper, last Wed-nesday of the month, 5-7 p.m., Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., behind St. Luke’s Church, Ocean City. $7 per person, cash bar. 410-524-7994.

March 30: Spring Card Party Luncheon

St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, 3rd Street and Baltimore Avenue, Ocean City. St. Clare’s Annual Spring Card Party Luncheon, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., $20 per person. Doors open at 10 a.m., luncheon served at noon. Reservations: Amanda, 410-641-5049 or Church Office, 410-289-3453.

March 30: Knights Of Columbus Simple Supper

5-7 p.m., Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., behind St. Luke’s Church. $7 per person and cash bar. 410-524-7994.

March 30: Bingo

5:30 p.m., doors open; 6:30 p.m., games begin; Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645, 138th Street, across from the Fenwick Inn. $1,000 jackpot available, food, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. No one under 18 allowed in bingo hall during bingo.

March 30: Delmarva Hand Dancing

5:30-9 p.m., Peaky’s (formerly Jordan’s Roof-top), at the Fenwick Inn, 138th St., O.C. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s and ’60s. Beginner and intermediate dance lessons 5:30-6:30 p.m. 302-200-3262.

April 1: Praise And Worship Night

Fun-filled evening of live contemporary Christian music, 7 p.m., Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 North Main St., Berlin. Complimentary refreshments available at “HeBrews” Cafe. Love offering will be accepted from those wishing to contribute to second phas of much-needed musical equipment. 410-641-1137.

April 1: American Legion Fundraiser

4-7 p.m., 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd. (next to Rite Aid), Berlin. Chicken salad platter, $6; sandwich, $4; pints, $8; clam fritter platter, $7; sandwich, $5. Platters include french fries and cole slaw, great local recipes. Public welcome. 443-513-4263.

April 1: Kiwanis “Touch Of Class”

Wine Tasting And Auction

4-7 p.m., Ocean Pines Community Center, Assateague Room. To benefit the local Kiwanis Club’s Scholarship Foundation awarding local students. Donation $15. To RSVP for tickets, call 443-547-4865. Walk-ins will be accepted until space is filled.

April 1-3: Treasures Of The Earth

Gem, Mineral And Jewelry Show

Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, 500 Glen Ave., Salisbury. Friday, April 1, noon-6 p.m.; Saturday, April 2, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, April 3, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Vendors from across the United States bring sterling silver, classic, contemporary and handmade jewelry; wide selection of gem stones, carved stones and gift items; mineral specimens, fossils, crystals, lapidary supplies, beads, findings; gemologist available for on-site appraisals. Admission: $5, adults; 16 and under, free; military free with ID. treasuresoftheearth.com; [email protected].

April 2: The Island Boys In Concert

6 p.m. Buckingham Presbyterian Church, 20 South Main St., Berlin. Refreshments following. 443-235-6910.

April 6: Elks Lodge Bingo

5:30 p.m., doors open; 6:30 p.m., games begin; Ocean City Elks Lodge #2645, 138th Street, across from the Fenwick Inn. $1,000 jackpot available, food, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. No one under 18 allowed in bingo hall during bingo.

April 6: Polska, Authentic Polish Dinner

4:30-7:30 p.m. Homemade perogies, smoked and fresh kielbasa, golabki and sauce, kapusta, cucumber and onion salad, pickled beets, rye bread, horseradish, sour cream, homemade desserts of chrusciki, bobka and kolache, bring-your-own adult beverages. Entertainment by Richard Hajewski. Tickets: $15 in advance; $18 at the door; $16 carry-out. Holy Savior Parish Hall, 1705 Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City. 410-289-0652.

April 6: Delmarva Hand Dancing

5:30-9 p.m., Peaky’s (formerly Jordan’s Roof-top), at the Fenwick Inn, 138th St., O.C. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s and ’60s. Beginner and intermediate dance lessons 5:30-6:30 p.m. 302-200-3262.

April 7, 14, 21: Introduction To Handmade Books

10 a.m.-noon. $125/personn, $100/member. Instructor: Althea Hall. Learn to make origami folded, accordion with cover and closure and blizzard spine books. Art Institute and Gallery, 212 West Main St., Suite 101, Salisbury. Registration required. wwwaiandg.org.

April 10: Knights Of Columbus AYCE Breakfast

8-11:30 a.m., Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., behind St. Luke’s Church, Ocean City. All-you-can-eat. Cost: $10, adults; $6, per child, 8 and under. 410-524-7994.

April 13, May 11: Open Studio Figure Drawing

Artist/instructor will facilitate and  help answer questions. 6:30-9 p.m. $15/person, $10/members. Art Institute and Gallery, 212 West Main St., Suite 101, Salisbury. Registration not required. wwwaiandg.org.

April 14: Annual Trip To Harrington’s

Ocean Pines Boat Club is sponsoring a bus trip to the newly renovated and expanded Midway Casino at Harrington’s. Cost: $18, includes bus ride and driver gratuity. At casino, attendees will receive $15 credit toward playing plus $7 toward buffet lunch. Bus leaves Ocean Pines Yacht Club parking lot at 10:15 a.m., returns to the lot at 5 p.m. Limit: 50 attendees. All are welcome – open to boat club members and non members. Sign-up: 410-641-5456.

April 16: Spring Spruce-Up Workshop

Women’s Commission of Worcester County. Suddenly Single Spring Spruce-Up workshop, 10 a.m.-noon, Home Depot, 11408 Ocean Gateway, Berlin. Neil O’Callaghan will discuss household to-dos using tools and gardening tips. Light refreshments. Registration: 410-208-2569; email [email protected]. Space is limited. No charge for workshop. Suddenly Single is open to anyone coping with the loss of a partner’s support through illness, death, separation or divorce. www.fwccw.org; [email protected].

April 21, May 19, June 1: Tot Story And Art

Art Institute and Gallery, 212 West Main St., Suite 101, Salisbury. 10-11 a.m. $5 family, free for members. Read a boook and engage in art related to the story. registration not required. www.aiandg.org.

April 24: Knights Of Columbus AYCE Breakfast

8-11:30 a.m., Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., behind St. Luke’s Church, O.C. All-you-can-eat. Cost: $10, adults; $6, per child, 8 and under. 410-524-7994.

April 27: Knights Of Columbus Simple Supper

5-7 p.m., Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., behind St. Luke’s Church. $7 per person and cash bar. 410-524-7994.

May 8: Knights Of Columbus AYCE Breakfast

8-11:30 a.m., Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Hwy., behind St. Luke’s Church, O.C. All-you-can-eat. Cost: $10, adults; $6, per child, 8 and under. 410-524-7994.