The Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City inducted two new members in May. Pictured from left to right are new members Ron and Bette Wildgust, their sponsor John Hulit and Tim Lund, past president, who inducted them.
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Things To Do Around Town – June 16, 2023
Every Sunday: Farmers Market Berlin will host along Main Street with 35-plus vendors from 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Rain or shine. TheBerlinFarmersMarket.com.Every Monday: TOPS Meeting 5-6:30 p.m. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. Take Off Pounds Sensibly is a support group promoting weight loss and maintaining a healthy lifestyle. Call Rose 443-880-8444.Every Monday: Acapella Chorus All ladies who… Read more »
Drawbridge Diners Held Ice Cream Social
Drawbridge Diners held an Ice Cream Social in the cul de sac on Drawbridge Road in Ocean Pines on Saturday, June 3, 2023. Although the weather was chilly and windy, 34 neighbors attended to enjoy the ice cream delights.
A Week In Business – June 16, 2023
Members WelcomedBERLIN – The Coastal Association of REALTORS welcomed 29 new members during New Member Orientation on Wednesday, May 24, 2023.New Member Orientation is a requirement for all members of the Coastal Association of REALTORS. Attendees are introduced to services provided by the association. The class is held quarterly.“We are very excited to have a… Read more »
Optimist Club Donated to Buckingham Elementary
The Ocean City-Berlin Optimist Club recently donated $3,500 to Buckingham Elementary School to support incentives for students to attend school on half days, as set out in the calendar. They have collected data that attendance improves on half days when students are incentivized to attend. Pictured from left to right are Staci Aperance, counselor, Dr…. Read more »
Decatur Softball Players Honored
Like most of their spring counterparts, the Stephen Decatur varsity softball team was wellrepresented on the Bayside South All-Conference Team.Named to the first team were sophomore Madison McGinnis, above left, junior Leah Simpson, top left, and sophomore Ryleigh Smith, above right.Recognized on the second team were freshmen Madison Donoway and Bailey Griffin, top right, sophomore… Read more »
DAR Recognized Veterans Service
The General Levin Winder of the Daughters of the American Revolution (DAR) recently recognized six veterans at Bethany United Methodist Church for their service during the Vietnam War. The veterans honored were Jack Carpenter, Randolph Hudson, Raymond Nornes, William Shockley, and Anthony Wiles. In addition, a certificate of appreciation for deceased veteran Michael Herdon was… Read more »
Voices From The Readers – June 16, 2023
Political Overreach Editor: All parents agree nothing is more important than our children, and a quality education is the first step to their economic prosperity. That’s why schools are the bedrock of this community. Last week, under the banner of “transparency” Commissioners voted 5-2 to underfund our schools. This attack on teachers, students, and families… Read more »
The 1944 Legacy Fund Award Chesapeake Housing Mission Gift
The 1944 Legacy Fund, founded in 2021 through the United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore (UWLES), was proud to award Chesapeake Housing Mission the first gift in memory of Alice & David Bernstein. The gift, in the amount of $2,500, will be used to provide the necessary materials to build an access ramp for… Read more »
Who’s Playing When & Where – June 16, 2023
Buxy’s/Dry Dock 28 410-289-BUXY 28th St. & Coastal Hwy. Friday, June 16: David Tarlecki Sundays: Local’s Night w/DJ Tops Cut OffCaptain’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, June… Read more »