OCEAN CITY — Wine on the Beach, the beloved annual summer festival celebrating the regional industry, will be returning to the Ocean City Inlet this weekend.Set for Sept. 8-9, the festival will feature unique artisans and crafters, popular Delmarva food specialties and flip flop favorites performing on the oceanfront stage.Picnicking in the sand, with bottles… Read more »
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Area Kiwanis Club Recognized For Volunteerism
OCEAN PINES – Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Director Debbie Donahue recently named the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines/Ocean City as the recipient of the 2023 Sam Wilkinson Volunteer Award.Since 2003, the award has recognized local people who dedicate their time and talents to help others. The award also honors the memory of its… Read more »
Obituaries – September 1, 2023
Elizabeth JoinesCRISFIELD — Elizabeth Joines, age 58, passed away on Aug. 18, 2023, in Crisfield.Born in St. Michaels, she was the daughter of Catherine Sard and the late Donald Sard.Beth loved boating, fishing, camping, and spending time at the beach with her husband.She is survived by her loving husband, Mark Joines; son, Chad Joines; sisters… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – September 1, 2023
Paint OC Wrap UpEditor:Our 18th Annual “Artists Paint OC” plein air festival Aug. 9-13 was another impressive event for us and the town. Thank you to the 50 professional artists who spread out around the resort for five days and created 230 paintings of our iconic local landscapes. And thank you to the 57 youth… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – September 1, 2023
Buxy’s/Dry Dock 28 410-289-BUXY 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, Sept. 1: TBACaptain’s Table 410-289-7192 15th & Boardwalk In The Courtyard Marriott Fridays & Saturdays: Phil Perdue on PianoCoconuts Beach Bar & Grill 410-289-6846 37th & 38th St. Oceanside at Castle In The Sand Hotel Friday, Sept. 1: Darin Engh, Beg To Differ Saturday, Sept. 2:… Read more »
Operation SEAS The Day Program To Wrap Up With Concert
SELBYVILLE — Freeman Arts Pavilion will once again partner with Operation SEAs the Day as it celebrates its 10th year to host participants as honored guests during the Voyage: The Ultimate Tribute to Journey performance on Friday, Sept. 8.Operation SEAs the Day is a beach week event for wounded veterans and their families, which will… Read more »
Kids Paint OC, A New Competition
Drew Biro, age 8, is pictured with his artwork after participating in Kids Paint OC, a new competition hosted by the Art League of Ocean City.
Plein Air Festival Award Winner
Dennis Young of New Castle, Del., won first place in the 2023 Artists Paint OC Plein Air Festival.
Obituaries – August 25, 2023
Ralph Richard WhiteOCEAN CITY — Ralph Richard White otherwise known as Dick, age 81, passed away on Sunday Aug. 20, 2023, at Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center in Baltimore.Born and raised in Ocean City, he was the son of the late Herbert and Mabel White.Dick was a simple man and enjoyed the simple things in… Read more »
RWWC Plans Show and Luncheon
Members of the Republican Women of Worcester County recently gathered to finalize plans for the 14th annual Patriot Day Fashion Show and Luncheon, which will be held Sept. 14 at Ashore Resort and Beach Club.