Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday:
AARP Tax-Aide Free Tax Preparation
Mondays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Ocean Pines branch library, 11107 Cathell Rd., Ocean Pines. Appointment: 443-373-2667. Tuesdays 9 a.m.-3 p.m.: Mac Center, 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury. Appointment: 410-957-0878. Fridays: 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Pocomoke branch library, 301 Market St., Pocomoke City. Appointment: 410-957-0878. Saturdays 9:30 a.m.-3 p.m. Ocean City Senior Center, 104 41st St., Ocean City. Appointment: 443-373-2667.
Every Monday: TOPS Meeting
5:30-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy life-style.410-641-0157.
Every Monday: Delmarva Chorus Meeting
7 p.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Women of all ages invited to sing with the group. 410-641-6876.
Second Monday Of Month: Ocean Pines Camera Club
7 p.m. Ocean Pines branch library. Monthly get-together to share photos, tips, programs. Group goes on a photo shoot the Saturday following meeting and hosts a hands-on workshop the last Thursday of each month. Professional and amateur photographers and new members welcome. Meets second Monday of each month.
Every Tuesday: TOPS Meeting
5:30-7 p.m. Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Dr., Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. [email protected].
Third Tuesday: Alzheimer’s Support Group
11 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Berlin Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, 9715 Healthway Dr., Berlin. Free caregivers group. 410-629-6123.
Every Wednesday Through April 17
Lenten Bible Study
6 p.m. Eastern Orthodox Community of Saint Andrew Church, 33384 MacKenzie Way (off Plantation Road), Lewes, Del. “The Gospel of Mark: The Way of the Cross and the Challenge of the Empty Tomb.” Everyone welcome. 302-645-5791 or www.orthodoxdelmar.org.
Every Wednesday: Delmarva Hand Dance Club
Dance To Sounds of ’50s And ’60s Music
5:30-9 p.m. Ocean City Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave. $5 donation per person to benefit veterans and local charities in the Delmarva region. Dance lessons with Certified Hand Dance instructor Diane Engstrom on first and third Wednesdays of every month, 5-5:45 p.m. Dancing afterward until 9 p.m,. All are welcome. [email protected] or http://delmarvahanddancing.com. 410-208-1151.
Second Wednesday: Polish American Club
Of Delmarva Meeting
2-4 p.m. Columbus Hall. Anyone of Polish or Slavic descent is welcome. No meetings June, July, August. 410-723-2639 or 410-250-2548.
Second Thursday: Ocean Pines Garden Club
10 a.m. Ocean Pines Community Center. Visitors and new members welcome.
Every Friday: Knights Of Columbus #9053 Bingo
Doors open at 5 p.m., bingo at 6:30 p.m. 9901 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City. Possible to win the $1,000 big jackpot each week. 410-524-7994.
Every Friday: FORGE Contemporary Youth
And Family Ministry
6:30-8:30 p.m. FORGE Center, 7804 Gumboro Rd., Pittsville. Designed for kids ages 5-65, the program provides a meal, music, games, activities and a life lesson that can be of use to anyone. Christian-based program but does not require the practice of faith to attend. 443-366-2813.
First Saturday Of Month: Writers Group
10 a.m.-noon. Berlin branch, Worcester County Library. Anyone interested in writing is invited to join the group and share a story, poem or essay or just come and enjoy listening to others. This is a free activity. New members are always welcome. The group is comprised of amateur as well as professional, published writers willing to share their knowledge and offer tips on being creative with words.
April 6: All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken Buffet
11 a.m.-until. Mt. Pleasant United Methodist Church, Willards. Chicken, vegetables, beverages, desserts. Adults: $14; children: $7; under 6 years eat free. Bake table and carry-outs. 443-614-9898.
April 6: Ocean City Senior Center Fundraiser
11 a.m.-3 p.m. Carrabba’s Italian Grill. $16 per person. Menu: Chicken marsala with broccoli or mash-ed potatoes; chicken Bryan with broccoli or mashed potatoes; spaghetti with meatballs and meat sauce; linguine positano; or chicken Caesar salad. All come with a side Caesar salad or minestrone soup and a mini cannoli. Tickets available at the center or at the door. 410-289-0824 or fax 1-855-230-5496.
April 11: Annual Arbor Day Memorial Tree Planting
Ceremony, Luncheon
10:30 a.m. Pintail Park, Ocean Pines. Hosted by Ocean Pines Garden Club. A tree will be planted in memory of garden club members, relatives and friends who passed away during 2018. Open to all. Ceremony includes bagpipe musician, chorus, poems, proclamations and tolling of a bell as each name is recited and soil is placed around the tree being planted. Luncheon at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club follows ceremony. 410-641-5295 or [email protected].
April 11: Free Breast Health Event
5-8 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, in partnership with Susan G. Komen Maryland, offering a free breast health discussion and dinner for area women. Residence by Marriott, 61st Street and the bay, Ocean City. Three-hour “Hope In Bloom” event will address early detection, treatment and survivorship. Presentations will be given by Roopa Gupta, M.D., medical oncologist and hematologist, and Manoj Jain, M.D., radiation oncologist. Keynote address by cancer survivor Darlene Jackson-Bowen, Ph.D., PA. A panel of survivors will also be held for discussion and Q&A. Advance registration required: www.agh.care/hope or 410-629-6820.
April 11: Friends Of The Berlin Library Meeting
4-6 p.m. Berlin branch’s Dr. Mary E. Humphreys Community Room. Includes business and library information. Guest speaker: Branch Manager Alice Paterra discussing history of libraries in America and the new library. Snacks will be served. Everyone welcome.
April 11: AARP Meeting
10 a.m. Ocean City Senior Center, 41st Street and Coastal Highway (behind the Dough Roller). Please arrive early at 9:30 a.m. for a social half-hour and refreshments. Guest speaker will discuss good kidney health. Optional luncheon will follow the meeting at a local restaurant. New members welcome. 410-250-0980.
April 12: Maryland Crab Cake Dinner
4-6:30 p.m. Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., Berlin. $12: Maryland crab cake sandwich, green beans, baked potato, cole slaw; or $8: Maryland crab cake sandwich. Bake sale table. Carry-outs available.
April 12: Oyster Fritter Sandwich
3 p.m.-until. American Legion Sal 123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd. (next to Rite Aid), Berlin. Cost: $9. Public welcome.
April 12: Food Pantry Give-Away
9 a.m. Potters House Charge, New Bethel U.M. Church, 10203 Germantown Rd., Berlin. 443-235-0889. Early registration: 410-641-2058, leave message.
April 13: Chicken And Dumplings Dinner
5-7 p.m. Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, Main Street, Bishopville. Adults: $12; children 11 and under: $6. Chicken and dumplings, cole slaw, green beans, sweet potatoes, water, tea, coffee. Bottle water, soda and baked goods sold separately. 443-880-6966.
April 13: Breakfast Sandwich Sale
7-10 a.m. or until sold out. Berlin Fire Company, 214 N. Main St., Berlin. Breakfast sandwiches only: Choose from bacon, egg and cheese or sausage, egg and cheese. Milk, orange juice, coffee. Cost: $5 for one breakfast sandwich and one drink item. The public is invited to support the Berlin Fire Company. Berlin Little League Opening Day Parade starts at 9 a.m. Any Berlin Little League member in uniform will receive a free breakfast sandwich and a free drink. 410-641-1977.
April 13: All-You-Can-Eat Chicken And Dumplings
5-7 p.m. Bishopville Fire Department Auxiliary Main Station. Adult: $12; children under 11: $6. Chicken, hand-rolled dumplings, cole slaw, green beans and sweet potatoes, water, tea, coffee. Soda, bottled water and desserts sold separately. Eat-in or carry-out. 443-880-6966.
April 13: Bridge Bash And Games Galore
9:15 a.m. Doors open for registration and breakfast (homemade cinnamon rolls, pastries, juice, coffee; playing begins at 9:45 a.m.; lunch, short program and door prizes at noon. Asbury United Methodist Church, Salisbury. P.E.O. Chapter V, a philanthropic organization where women celebrate advancement of women, educate women through scholarships, grants, awards, loans and stewardship of Cottey College and motivate women to achieve their highest aspirations. $30 per person, space is limited. Four two-hour classes will be offered in March for 4100, location to be determined. 410-873-2126 or [email protected].
April 14, April 18, April 19, April 21: Easter Activities
April 14, Noon-2 p.m.: Easter egg hunt, crafts, games, snacks and egg hunt for children up to fifth grade. April 18, 7 p.m.: Maundy Thursday Service, includes Holy Communion. April 19: Noon-3 p.m., Good Friday Service and Prayer Vigil; April 21: Easter Sunday Services at 8 a.m. (informal/traditional), 9:15 a.m. (contemporary worship, child care provided), 10:30 a.m. (formal, child care provided). Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Rd., Berlin. 410-641-5433 or CCAOP.org.
April 15: Democratic Women’s Club
Of Worcester County Meeting
9:30 a.m., coffee and conversation; 10 a.m., meeting. Ocean Pines Community Center in Ocean Pines. Food donations for local food banks encouraged.
April 15: Burley Oak Charity Night
For Assateague Island Alliance
6-9 p.m. Burley Oak Brewing Company, Berlin. Win prizes, enjoy Jive music courtesy of Michelle and Kathy from Full Circle, and enjoy a fresh brew or root beer. All funds raised benefit Assateague Island National Seashore.
April 18: Holy Thursday Worship
Noon and 7 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy. (corner of Route 611 and Snug Harbor Road), Berlin. Includes hand-washing symbolizing cleansing, Holy Communion, stripping the sanctuary. All welcome. 410-641-2186.
April 19: Good Friday Centers Of The Cross
8 a.m.-8 p.m. Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy. (corner of Route 611 and Snug Harbor Road), Berlin. Centers include intercessory prayers, personal reflections. Come when you wish and stay as long as you wish. All welcome. 410-641-2186.
April 20: All-You-Can-Eat Fried Chicken Dinner
11:30 a.m.-3 p.m. New Hope United Methodist Church, 7338 New Hope Rd., Willards. Menu includes mashed potatoes, greens, string beans, macaroni and cheese, beets, biscuits, dessert, coffee. Cost: Adults/$13. Carry-outs available. 410-543-8244 or 443-235-0251.
April 20: ShoreMixx Band And Spaghetti Dinner
3-7 p.m. American Legion Post 123, 10111 Old Ocean City Blvd. (next To Rite Aid), Berlin. $8. Dinner includes spaghetti with meat sauce or marinara sauce, salad, dinner roll. Public welcome.
April 21: Easter Outdoor Sunrise Service
6:30 a.m. Assateague State Park, 6915 Stephen Decatur Hwy., Berlin. Bring lawn chairs, dress warmly. Easter breakfast immediately after at Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Hwy. (corner of Route 611 and Snug Harbor Road), Donations requested. Easter worship at 10:30 a.m. All welcome. 410-641-2186.
April 23-24-25: Maryland Basic Boating
Safety Course
Ocean Pines Branch library. Maryland Safe Boating Certificate required for all boat operators born after July 1, 1972, awarded after successful completion of the course, which includes piloting in local waters, tying nautical knots, foul weather tactics, legal issues, common marine maintenance. $15 for all three evenings. Register: 410-935-4807 or email [email protected].
April 26-28: Assateague Nature Photography
Workshop
Friday: 7 p.m.; Sunday: 2 p.m. Join world-class instructor Irene Sacilotto to focus on strategies and techniques required to produce high-quality wildlife images while capturing moments in nature. Limited spaces available. This workshop will utilize Assateague for field work. Fee. Registration: AssateagueIslandAlliance.org.
April 28: Italian Dinner
4-6 p.m. Church of the Holy Spirit, 100th Street and Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Catered by Carrabba’s. Includes chicken Bryan, penne pomodoro, Caesar salad, garlic breadsticks, iced tea, lemonade. Desserts will be available for $1. Tickets: $15, available at the church and at the door on the day. 410-723-1973 or 443-235-8942.
April 30: Registration For Sussex C.A.R.E.S.
Conference
“Creating Awareness Of Resources For Every Senior In Sussex County” conference set for May 9, 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Crossroad Community Church, Georgetown, Del. Keynote speaker: Patricia W. Griffin, Master, Delaware Court of Chancery. Includes lunch and door prizes, vendors. All are invited to learn how to ensure that final wishes are carried out. Register: 302-396-9518 or http://bit.ly/2019caresconference.
May 3-4: Gigantic Yard Sale And Bake Sale
8 a.m.-3 p.m. St. Andrew’s Orthodox Church, 33384 Mackenzie Way (off Plantation Road), Lewes, Del. Look for the gold dome. Rain or shine. Proceeds benefit St. Andrew’s Church. 302-436-4029.
May 9: AARP Meeting
10 a.m. Ocean City Senior Center, 41st Street and Coastal Highway (behind the Dough Roller). Please arrive early at 9:30 a.m. for a social half-hour and refreshments. Guest speaker will discuss the Living Legacy Foundation. Optional luncheon will follow the meeting at a local restaurant. New members welcome. 410-250-0980.
May 11: Horseshoe Crab Ecology And Tagging Demo
11 a.m. Join Assateague Island Alliance volunteer and citizen scientist Dick Arnold for an informative, hands-on program encounter with horseshoe crabs. Discover how valuable this living fossil is to the global ecosystem and humankind plus how horseshoe crabs are tagged and why. Refreshments at 10:30 a.m. Meet at the Assateague Environmental Education Center, 7206 National Seashore Lane, Berlin.
May 19: Crab Cake Platter
11 a.m.-1 p.m. Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department Auxiliary, Main Street, Bishopville. Must pre-order. Only 100 platters available. One crab cake on a roll, cole slaw, baked beans, water or soda. Call or text: 443-880-6966.
June 13: Gardens Of Ocean Pines Tour
9 a.m.-noon. Those interested in showcasing their beautiful gardens, large or small, should contact 410-973-1423 or [email protected] to discuss placing your garden/yard on the tour.
June-Sept. 8 Saturdays: Yoga On The Beach
9 a.m. Enjoy low-impact exercise to increase balance, flexibility and reduce stress to the sound of ambient waves. All levels welcome. Free but park entrance fees are in effect. Donations benefit Assateague Island National Seashore. Bring your own beach towel. Meet at the Shade Pavilion in North Beach parking lot, 6633 Bayberry Dr., Berlin.