FRI. April 10
REACH THE BEACH — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Info: www.acdaspirit.com or www.theepicbrands.com.
KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS BINGO — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind of St. Luke’s Church), Ocean City. Doors open at 5 p.m.and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410-524-7994.
CELEBRATE BERLIN COCKTAIL PARTY — Harrison’s Harbor Watch, 806 S. Atlantic Ave., Ocean City, 6-9 p.m. Menu reflects dishes typical to the area. Live music and silent auction baskets. Tickets cost $35 at the door and includes the first glass of beer or wine. Purchase tickets by mailing a check to the Berlin Heritage Foundation, P.O. Box 351, Berlin, MD 21811. Proceeds benefit the Calvin B. Taylor House Museum.
BOOK OF THE MONTH — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. “The Light Between Oceans,” by M.L. Stedman. Copies of each month’s selections are available in advance at the library. Info: 410-208-4014.
CRAB CAKE DINNER — Stevenson United Methodist Church, 123 N. Main St., Berlin, 4-7 p.m. Cost is $10 and includes one crab cake sandwich platter, green beans and garden salad. Bake sale table and carryouts available. Info: 410-641-1137.
RELAY FOR LIFE POOL PARTY FUNDRAISER — Sports Core Pool, 11143 Cathell Rd., Ocean Pines, 6-8:30 p.m. Stephen Decatur High School Relay For Life team will fight cancer with a night of swimming, music and fun. Drinks, pizza and snacks available for purchase. Entry fee is $6. Half of proceeds to benefit Relay For Life. Info: 410-641-5255.
Germantown School Community Heritage Event — Germantown School Community Heritage Center, 10223 Trappe Road, Berlin, 6:30 p.m.Rev. David Briddell, a retired minister and author, will discuss tracing genealogy and his recent publication about three local families. Rev. Briddell will participate in a book signing. Light refreshments served. All are welcome. Info: Barbara Purnell, 410-641-0638.
MUSICIAN BENEFIT — Taylor’s Restaurant, 11021 Nicholas Lane, Ocean Pines, 8 p.m. – 1 a.m. Show your love and support for Zion Reggae Band member Ivan, who suffered a brain hemorrhage. Proceeds will help cover medical expenses. Complimentary buffet and music by Zion Reggae Band. Donations accepted at the door. Info: 410-206-4260.
HEALTHY LIVING WITH DIABETES WORKSHOP — Indian River Senior Center, 214 Irons Ave., Millsboro, Del., 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Free workshop designed to help those affected by diabetes better manage their disease. Pre-register: Laura Small, 410-629-6820.
SAT. April 11
REACH THE BEACH — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Info: www.acdaspirit.com or www.theepicbrands.com.
walk ms — Ocean City Boardwalk from the Inlet to 19th Street and back, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: Katie Amos, 443-641-1209 orwww.walkmsmaryland.org.
HOME REPAIRS #101 — Suddenly Single workshop is open to all women coping with the loss of a partner’s support through illness, death, separation or divorce. Home Depot will instruct participants on “Do It Yourself Home Repairs.” Session #1 is from 10-11 a.m. Session #2 is from11 a.m. to noon. Register: 410-641-6517 or lindaknierim@yahoo.com.
indoor flea market — Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Breakfast, lunch, soups and baked goods. Table rental: 410-629-0926.
CHURCH RUMMAGE SALE — Ocean City Presbyterian Church, 1301 Philadelphia Ave., 7 a.m. to 1 p.m. Info: 410-289-9340 or Jan Owens,410-641-4919.
SPRING indoor/outdoor FLEA MARKET — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 8 a.m. to noon. Info: 410-641-7052.
GIGANTIC YARD SALE — Paws & Claws, 11934 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Those interested in setting up a table to sell items will donate 20 percent of sales to the Worcester County Humane Society. Reserve spot: Jan, 410-213-7490.
6TH ANNUAL EARTH DAY CLEAN UP — Check in and registration will be held in the gazebo at City Hall, 301 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, 10 a.m. Garbage bags, gloves and a commemorative t-shirts are provided to all volunteers while supplies last. Volunteers are encouraged to pre-register: sandis@mdcoastalbays.org or 410-213-2297, Ext. 106. Participating students receive community service credits.
OCEAN PINES ANGLERS CLUB MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 9:30 a.m. Guest speaker will be Stacy Weisner from the Pocomoke Discovery Museum. DNR representative Erik Zlokovitz will discuss the Maryland Reef Initiative. Member Tom Nelson will share his expertise on catching black drum. Info: Jack Barnes, 410-641-7662.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST — Ocean City Municipal Airport, Terminal Building, 9 a.m. to noon, through April 25. Serving pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, etc., and coffee. Suggested donation is $7. Proceeds support the Huey Veteran’s Memorial Display. Info: Airport Ops, 410-213-2471 or Coleman Bunting, 410-726-7207.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST — VFW, Post 8296, 104 66th St., bayside in Ocean City, 8-11 a.m. A $5 donation for all-you-can-eat pancakes or 2-2-2, two eggs, two pancakes and two bacon slices. Info: 410-524-8196.
FARMERS MARKET — White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Locally grown vegetables and fruits, eggs, honey, kettle korn, flowers, artisan breads, seafood, meats and more. New vendors welcome. Info: 410-641-7717, Ext. 3006.
HABITAT FOR HUMANITY WAREHOUSE OPEN — Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County Warehouse, 7033 Worcester Highway, Newark,8 a.m. to noon. Currently accepting donations in the form of gently used furniture, appliances and building supplies. Info: 410-208-4440.
SUN. April 12
REACH THE BEACH — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway. Info: www.acdaspirit.com or www.theepicbrands.com.
OCEAN CITY BRIDAL SHOW — Seacrets, 49th Street and the bay, 1-4 p.m. Free appetizer and dessert samples, entertainment, dance demonstrations, Bridal Fashion Expo and Men’s Formal wear display. Vendors will be giving away wedding services and gifts. Cost is $8.50 online or $10 at the door. Info: Sean Rox, 410-289-7699 or sean@roxbeach.com or www.roxbeach.com.
KNGHTS OF COLUMBUS BREAKFAST SPECIAL — Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (behind St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, 8-11:30 a.m. Menu includes scrambled eggs, western omelet, bacon, sausage, home fries, chipped beef, toast, French toast, pancakes, blueberry pancakes, orange juice and coffee. Cost is $9 for adults and $4 for children 7 and younger. Info: 410-524-7994.
JAMES SAPIA SPAGHETTI DINNER – Shenanigan’s, 4th Street and Boardwalk, Ocean City, 4-8 p.m. All-you-can-eat spaghetti and meat balls, salad, bread and soft drinks. Also, there will be a silent auction. Cost is $7 for adults, $5 for children ages 5-10 and free to children 4 and younger. www.downtownassociation.net.
CHURCH OF THE HOLY SPIRIT DINNER – Carrabba’s Italian Grill, 12728 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, 4-7 p.m. Menu includes chicken Marsala, penne pomodoro, Caesar salad, focaccia breaksticks, iced tea, lemonade and coffee. Desserts available for purchase. Tickets are $12 and may be purchased at the door. Info: Church office, 410-723-1973.
ARTS & CRABS AGAINST CANCER – Crabcake Factory Bayside, 37314 Lighthouse Rd., Selbyville, DE, 12-4 p.m. Fundraiser to benefit cancer research features guest bartenders, silent auction and live music from Kaleb Brown and Bad Since Breakfast. Info: 302-988-5000.
Alcoholics Anonymous – Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 2, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, noon to 1 p.m. Group shares experience, strength and hope to help others. Open to the community and to AGH patients. Info: Rob, 443-783-3529.
PANCAKE BREAKFAST — Ocean City Municipal Airport, Terminal Building, 9 a.m. to noon, through April 26. Serving pancakes, eggs, bacon, sausage, etc., and coffee. Suggested donation is $7. Proceeds support the Huey Veteran’s Memorial Display. Info: Airport Ops, 410-213-2471 or Coleman Bunting, 410-726-7207.
OVEREATERS ANONYMOUS #169 — Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 2:30 – 3:30 p.m. Group is a 12-step program for anyone struggling with a compulsive eating problem. No initial meeting charge. Meeting contribution is $1 weekly. Info: Bett, 410-202-9078.
SUNDAY NIGHT SERENITY AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Woodlands in Ocean Pines, Independent Living Apartment Building, 1135 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines, 7:30 p.m.
MON. April 13
LOCAL AUTHOR BOOK SIGNING – Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 2 p.m. Local author, Jeffrey Smith, recounts pioneer life on Minnesota’s Iron Range in “Mesabi Pioneers.” Smith will be reading from the novel, answering questions and signing copies. Info:www.MesabiProject.com or 410-632-3495.
THE MESABI PIONEERS – Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 2 p.m. Guest author, Jeffrey Smith, will talk about the Mesabi Project and the book, “The Mesabi Pioneers.” Info: 410-632-3495.
DIABETES SUPPORT GROUP MEETS – Avery W. Hall Educational Center Auditorium, Peninsula Regional Campus, 100 E. Carroll St., Salisbury, 7-8 p.m. Featuring a demonstration of how to make a healthy dish, Crunchy Apple Salad. Free and open to the public. Info: 410-543-7061.
CANCER THRIVING AND SURVIVING WORKSHOP — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 1-3:30 p.m. For those in treatment of cancer, individuals in recovery and caregivers to attend together. The workshop is free and meets six weeks, April 13-May 18. Register: Gail Mansell, 410-641-9725 or gmansell@atlanticgeneral.org.
NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCTION PROGRAM — Worcester Youth & Family Center, 124 N Main St, Berlin, 6:30-9 p.m. These 12 classes, held Mondays and Thursdays for 6 weeks, are structured to help caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness. Registration required: 443-229-2744 or namimdls@gmail.com.
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING — Berlin group No. 169, Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5-6:30 p.m. TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: Edna Berkey, 410-251-2083.
DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS MEETS WEEKLY — The Delmarva Chorus, Sweet Adeline’s, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. Info: 410-641-6876.
TUES. April 14
ALL ABOUT CRAB — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 2 p.m. Chef Jim Washington demonstrates variations on his crab dip and also makes crab imperial. Info: 410-524-1818.
YOGA — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 5 p.m. A series of relaxing yoga. Take a yoga mat and water bottle. Register: 410-632-3495.
UMES JAZZ BAND ENSEMBLE — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 6:30 p.m. Celebrate National Library Week with a concert from the UMES Jazz Band Ensemble. Info: 410-208-4014.
ALZHEIMER’S ASSOCIATION CAREGIVER EDUCATION SERIES — MAC, Inc. Area Agency on Aging Senior Center, 909 Progress Circle, Salisbury, 1-3 p.m., Thursdays, April 7-May 26. This free, eight-session series, titled “Living with Alzheimer’s Disease for Care Partners,” is designed to help caregivers of people with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. Early stage, part 2. RSVP is requested: Amy Schine, 410-749-4940 or amys@geried.com.
STEPPING ON FALL PREVENTION WORKSHOP — Worcester County Department of Recreation and Parks, 6030 Public Landing Road, Snow Hill, 12:30-2:30 p.m. A well-researched falls prevention program for seniors. The workshop is free and meets for two hours a week for seven weeks, March 10-April 21.
NAMI FAMILY SUPPORT GROUP — Atlantic Health Center, 9714 Healthway Drive, Berlin, every Tuesday, 6:30-8 p.m. Support group for families helping other families who live with mental health challenges. Info: 443-229-2744 or namimdls@gmail.com.
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING – Berlin group 331, Worcester County Health Center, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, 5:30-7 p.m.TOPS is a support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: jeanduck47@gmail.com.
ON YOUR OWN, BUT NOT ALONE – WOC Fitness, 12319 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, 5 p.m. Weight loss support group with discussions about nutrition, exercise, health and weight loss. Cost is $5 per meeting. Info: dillon128@aol.com.
WED. April 15
1040 TAX TOURNEY — Eagle’s Landing Golf Course, 12367 Eagle’s Nest Road, West Ocean City. Meals and entertainment at 1 p.m., tee off at 2 p.m. Four-player scramble with one exception. Cost is $60 per player or $240 per team. Sign up: 410-213-7277 or 800-283-3846.
INTRODUCTION TO ACUPRESSURE — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St., 2 p.m. Informative, hands0on class presented by Carol Borsello, Natural Therapeutics Specialist. Info: 410-641-0650.
RETIRED NURSES MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 3 p.m. Guest speaker will be Darlene Jameson, diabetic education coordinator at Atlantic General Hospital. Guests welcome. Info: 410-208-1590.
SUICIDE GRIEVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP — Worcester County Health Department, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin, the third Wednesday of each month, 6 p.m. Open to anyone who has lost a loved one to suicide. Free of charge. Info: 410-629-0164 or www.choosetolivemaryland.org.
HYPERTENSION CLINICS — Sponsored by Atlantic General Hospital and takes place at Walgreens, Bethany Beach, Del., 10 a.m. to noon and at Walgreens, Selbyville, Del., 1-3 p.m. Free blood pressure screening and health information. Info: Dawn Denton, 410-641-9268.
BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street and Sinepuxent Avenue, rear of the Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start 6:30 p.m. Food is available. Open to the public. No one allowed in the hall under 18 years of age during bingo. Info: 410-250-2645.
DELMARVA HAND DANCE CLUB — Meets every Wednesday at Peaky’s Rooftop Restaurant & Bar, located in the Fenwick Inn, 13801 Coastal Highway, Ocean City. Beginner and intermediate lessons, 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by dancing 6:30-9 p.m. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and Carolina beach music. All are welcome. Info: 302-200-DANCE (3262).
KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OCEAN PINES/OCEAN CITY — Meets every Wednesday at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway. Doors open at 7 a.m., meeting begins at 8 a.m. Info: 410-641-7330.
BAYSIDE BEGINNINGS AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7:30 p.m.
OCEAN CITY/BERLIN ROTARY CLUB MEETING — Captain’s Table Restaurant in the Courtyard by Marriott, 2 15th St, Ocean City, 6 p.m.Info: 410-641-1700 or kbates@taylorbank.com.
ON YOUR OWN, BUT NOT ALONE – WOC Fitness, 12319 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, noon. Weight loss support group with discussions about nutrition, exercise, health and weight loss. Cost is $5 per meeting. Info: dillon128@aol.com.
THUR. April 16
NAMI FAMILY-TO-FAMILY EDUCTION PROGRAM — Worcester Youth & Family Center, 124 N Main St, Berlin, 6:30-9 p.m. These 12 classes, held Mondays and Thursdays for 6 weeks, are structured to help caregivers understand and support individuals with serious mental illness. Registration required: 443-229-2744 or namimdls@gmail.com.
PINE’EER CRAFT CLUB MEETING —Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 9:45 a.m. refreshments, 10 a.m. meeting. Covered hanger craft to follow. Cost is $3. Info: 410-430-0284.
BEACH SINGLES — Every Thursday, Beach Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour at Harpoon Hanna’s, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del., 4 p.m. Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577; Kate, 410-524-0649; or Dianne, 302-541-4642.
BINGO — American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City, every Thursday, year round. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at6:30 p.m. Food available. Open to the public. Info: 410-289-3166.
CHAIR AEROBICS — St. Peter’s Lutheran Church Community Life Center, 10301 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, 1-2 p.m. Free will offering appreciated. Sponsored by St. Peter’s Senior Adult Ministry. Info: 410-524-7474.
ONGOING EVENTS
STAR CHARITIES MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m., on the first Friday of each month. Meeting of volunteers. Info: Anna Foultz, 410-641-7667.
BUS TRIP TO GREEN DRAGON FARMERS MARKET — Located in the heart of the Pennsylvania Dutch Country, the Green Dragon features more than 400 local growers, merchants and craftsmen. On May 1, buses will leave from Snow Hill at 6:30 p.m. and from Ocean Pines at 7 a.m.Cost is $43. Sponsored by the Worcester County Library Foundation. Reservations: For Ocean Pines pickup is at the Ocean Pines library. For Snow Hill pickup call Lisa Outten Stant, 410-632-3970.
BUS TRIP TO HARRINGTON CASINO — Sponsored by the OP Boat Club, the trip will take place on April 22. Cost is $15 and includes bus ride, driver gratuity, buffet lunch and $10 credit towards playing. All are welcome. Contact: Gerry Clarke, 410-208-9401 by April 20.
SPRING RESTAURANT WEEK — Throughout Ocean City, April 19-May 3. Participating restaurants offer great deals on their menu items. Info: 410-289-6733 or www.oceancityrestaurantweek.
NEW YORK CITY BUS TRIP — This is an on-your-own trip to New York City on April 25. Cost for roundtrip motorcoach transportation is $60. Register: Lea Cataggio, 410-632-2144, Ext. 109 or lcataggio@co.worcester.md.us. Info: www.WorcesterRecandParks.org.
PINE’EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN — Pine’eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Shop open every Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. and every Sunday, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Featuring the latest creations by members of the Pine’eer Craft Club.
