FRIDAY, MARCH 8
HOME, CONDO & OUTDOOR SHOW — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, noon to 6 p.m. More than 175 exhibitors showcasing kitchens, baths, furnishings, accessories, energy conservation, water treatment, security and financial services, outdoor living displays and more. Ideas on decorating, remodeling, accessorizing, renovating, landscaping, and even building a home. Also, Arts & Craft Fair. Free drawings, door prizes and Temple Bat Yam raffle drawing for up to $50,000. Admission costs $6 for adults; $5 for seniors 55 and older and students ages 14-22; and free to children 13 and younger and military, police and fire with ID. Info: www.oceanpromotions.info, events@oceanpromotions.info or 410-213-8090.
BINGO — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410-524-7994.
LAP TIME — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St. Children will be introduced to songs, games, finger plays and movement activities. Parents and caregivers will learn new fun ways to interact with children. 10:30 a.m. Info: 410-641-0650.
SATURDAY, MARCH 9
HOME, CONDO & OUTDOOR SHOW — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. More than 175 exhibitors showcasing kitchens, baths, furnishings, accessories, energy conservation, water treatment, security and financial services, outdoor living displays and more. Ideas on decorating, remodeling, accessorizing, renovating, landscaping, and even building a home. Also, Arts & Craft Fair. Free drawings, door prizes and Temple Bat Yam raffle drawing for up to $50,000. Admission costs $6 for adults; $5 for seniors 55 and older and students ages 14-22; and free to children 13 and younger and military, police and fire with ID. Info: www.oceanpromotions.info, events@oceanpromotions.info or 410-213-8090.
CASINO NIGHT — Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, 11242 Racetrack Road, Berlin,
6 p.m. to midnight. Roulette, Blackjack, Texas Hold’em, cash games, tuition and money wheels, silent and live auctions. Entertainment by Opposite Directions and DJ Billy T. Catering by DiFebos and Taste of the Town. Admission and buffet cost $40 in advance or $50 at the door. Proceeds benefit the school. Reservations: Tina Wim, 609-516-7229 or MBSCSCasinoNight@gmail.com.
HANDBELL MUSICIANS OF AMERICA AREA 3 FESTIVAL CONCERT — Ocean City convention center, Ballroom on second floor, 4001 Coastal Highway, 4:30 p.m. Concert, a multi-sensory program, will include both sacred and secular handbell compositions rung by more than 575 handbell ringers en masse. Concert is free.
Info: Debbie Henning, 410-848-5482,
debbiehen@gmail.com or www.areaiii.org.
kids day — 502 94th St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free hands-on pottery and painting projects. Info: 410-524-9433.
genealogy workshop with esther
mccgreevy — Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tracing your immigrant ancestors. Registration is required. Register: 410-632-3495
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, includes coffee and juice. Bloody Marys cost $3. Info: 410-524-8196.
BLUES JAM — Old Firehouse on Green Street in Snow Hill, 6:30 p.m. Featuring Chris English; Mr. “B,” Burley Strand; Robert Buckner, “The Great Unknown;” Miss “T;” Mike Armstrong; Angel and Margo Resto. There will be a cash bar and barbecue for sale. Tickets cost $25 and are available atwww.sharpworks.org or at Bishop’s Stock, 202 W. Green St., Snow Hill. Info: 410-632-3555.
BLUEBIRD FESTIVAL — Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, 909 S. Schumaker Drive, 1-4 p.m. Celebrate and learn about birds and bird conservation through arts, crafts, presentations and entertainment. Info: wardmuseum.org; 410-742-4988, Ext. 110; or wardeducation@salisbury, edu.
FINNEGAN’S WAKE — Seacrets, Morley Hall, 49th Street and the bay, 5-9 p.m. The funeral procession, with mourners, clergy, pallbearers and a leprechaun or two, will begin at 5:30 p.m. Irish favorites, performed by the Ocean City Pipe Band and Patrick McAllorum. From 6-6:15 p.m.; 7:30-7:45 p.m. and 8-8:15 p.m., mourners will be able to view Finnegan in his coffin. For $1, guests may tell Finnegan a joke or funny story. If he laughs, the teller receives a free drink. There will be a wailing “crying” contest. Points awarded for volume, style and feeling, with the winner receiving a cash prize. Admission costs $20. Happy hour prices at the bar and Seacrets will offer an Irish menu. Benefiting the Friends of the Worcester County Developmental Center. Info: 410-632-2382.
OCEAN PINES ANGLERS CLUB MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 9:30 a.m. Sgt. Robert McQueeney of Maryland State Police will discuss identity theft. All welcome. Info: Jack Barnes, 410-641-7662.
SHIRLEY HALL STUDENT ART SHOW — Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring artwork from Worcester County middle and high school students. Info: 410-524-9433.
SUNDAY, MARCH 10
HOME, CONDO & OUTDOOR SHOW — Ocean City convention center, 4001 Coastal Highway, 10:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. More than 175 exhibitors showcasing kitchens, baths, furnishings, accessories, energy conservation, water treatment, security and financial services, outdoor living displays and more. Ideas on decorating, remodeling, accessorizing, renovating, landscaping, and even building a home. Also, Arts & Craft Fair. Free drawings, door prizes and Temple Bat Yam raffle drawing for up to $50,000. Admission costs $6 for adults; $5 for seniors 55 and older and students ages 14-22; and free to children 13 and younger and military, police and fire with ID. Info: www.oceanpromotions.info, events@oceanpromotions.info or 410-213-8090.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST BUFFET — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, 8:30-11:30 a.m. With coffee and juice. Cost is $8 for adults, children 11 years and younger eat at half price. Info: 410-524-7994.
ALL-U-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST — Berlin Fire Hall, 214 North Main St., Berlin, 7:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Menu includes pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, hash browns, biscuits, cereals, coffee, milk and juice. Cost is $9 for adults, $5 for children 5-12 years, children 4 and younger eat free. Cost for carry out is $6.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT BREAKFAST BUFFET — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, 8:30-11:30 a.m. With coffee and juice. Cost is $8 for adults, children 11 years and younger eat at half price. Info: 410-524-7994.
ALL-YOU-CAN-EAT HAM, CHICKEN DINNER — Bishopville Fire Hall, 10709 Bishopville Road, 1-6 p.m. Cost is $12 to dine in or carry out. Includes fried chicken, ham, potato salad, cole slaw, green beans, sweet potatoes, rolls and ice cream. Sponsored by the Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department.
LENTEN LESSONS — St. John Neumann Roman Catholic Church, 11211 Beauchamp Road, Berlin, 3 p.m. Modeled after the popular Lessons and Carols celebrated each Advent, the Lenten Lessons consists of scriptural readings, hymns and medication. All are welcome. Admission is free; a basket will be available for free-will donations. Info: 410-208-2956.
SHIRLEY HALL STUDENT ART SHOW — Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Featuring artwork from Worcester County middle and high school students. Info: 410-524-9433.
MONDAY, MARCH 11
writing for wellness — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, small meeting room., 1:30 p.m. A writing group that uses expressive writing exercises to stimulate the writing process for creative expression and to process emotions. Research has shown that writing about stressful experiences such as illness, may boost health and psychological well-being. no prior writing experience needed. Info: 410-208-4014.
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING — Berlin group No. 169, Atlantic General Hospital, conference room 1, 9733 Healthway Drive in 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 Sweet Adeline Chorus, under the direction of Carol Ludwig, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, White Horse Park. Women interested in learning and singing in a barbershop format are welcome. Info: 410-208-4171.
HAND DANCING — House of Welsh, 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick, Del. Free lessons from 6-7 p.m., open dancing 7-10 p.m. No cover charge. Info: DC Hand Dance Club, 302-541-0728.
MARCH MADNESS MINI GOLF TOURNEY Old Pro Miniature Golf Course, indoor course, 136th Street, Ocean City, 7 p.m. Holes that feature “Beat The Pro” and other fun things. Four players per team. Registration costs $15 per person or $60 per team and includes snacks and refreshments. Winners will receive a round of golf for four at local area courses. Youth teams receive prizes like gift certificates to area local restaurants and/or attractions. Cost for hole sponsors is $25. Proceeds benefit Play If Safe 2013. Info: Donna Greenwood or Al “Hondo” Handy, 410-289-7060, 410-250-0125 or www.playitsafeoceancity.com.
OCEAN PINES CAMERA CLUB MEETING Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 7 p.m. There will be a club photo competition with people’s choice awards. New members welcome.
FRIENDS OF THE OCEAN PINES LIBRARY MEETING — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10 a.m. Refreshments available at 9:30 a.m. Program will feature Patrick Renaud, a local author of a collection of short stories entitled “Tales My Mother Never Told Me.” Graham Caldwell of Radio Airwaves Productions will read one of Renaud’s stories. All are welcome. Info: 410-208-4014.
BEGINNERS AND BEYOND WATERCOLOR CLASS — Ocean City Center for the Arts, 502 94th St., March 11-13, 9:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Topic for March will be an Eastern Shore town and dock scene, reflections. Alternate theme will be floral in a cut glass container. Cost is $75 for Art League of Ocean City members and $90 for non-members. Contact Barbara Schmid at 410-208-0219 or barbaradoyleschmid@yahoo.com.
TUESDAY, MARCH 12
cultural diversity awareness series: disabilities — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 2 p.m. The Holly Community Center joins us to discuss the challenges still prevalent in today’s society for persons with disabilities. Education and awareness are keys to removing challenges for a better tomorrow for persons with disabilities. Sponsored in part by a grant fro the Community Foundation of the Eastern shore. Info: 410-208-4014.
YOGA — James G. Barrett Medical Office Building, rotunda, 10231 Old Ocean City Boulevard, Berlin, 5:30-6:45 p.m. All levels welcome. Cost is $72 for eight sessions or $10 drop-in fee for first time. Info: Georgette Rhoads, 410-641-9734 or grhoads@atlanticgeneral.org.
young and restless — Berlin library, 220 N. Main St. 10:30 a.m. Creative science, art and music activities for 3 to 5 year old children. Dress for a mess. For reservations: 410-641-0650.
boredom busters — Pocomoke library, 301 Market St. 4 p.m. Nature and science fun during that after school lull. For ages 6 to 12 year old children. Info: 410-957-0878.
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 13
great reads — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, small meeting room., 2 p.m. Looking for something great to read? Join us for an informal discussion of recommended titles and authors. Share your favorites from any genre. Info: 410-208-4014.
country dance stepping — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 1 p.m. Learn to two-step, contra style dance and much more in this course taught by dance instructor Mary McCormick. Info: 410-524-1818
WINTER/SPRING ADULT ED — Temple Bat Yam, 11036 Worcester Highway, Berlin, March 13, 27, April 10, 24 and May 8. Classes taught by Rabbi Susan Warshaw. Mussar and Introduction to Talmud, on Wednesdays, 10:30 a.m. to noon and noon to 1:30 p.m. respectively. Take a lunch. Info: Jaime, 410-641-4311.
‘GETTING TO KNOW YOU … AGAIN’ VIDEO SERIES — Brandywine Senior Living at Fenwick
Island, 21111 Arrington Drive, Selbyville, Del., 2:30 p.m. Part III – Wandering … Is It a
Problem? A five part educational video series as part of Brandywine’s Lifelong Learning
Signature Program. Info: 302-436-0808.
barista and books — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway. 10:30 a.m. Stories, crafts, delicious cocoa and pastries for infants to 5 year olds. Freshly brewed coffee for parents provided by Starbucks. Info: 410-524-1818.
story time — Pocomoke library, 301
Market St. Stories, Rhymes, Finger Plays, Music and Crafts. For 2 to 5 year old
children. Info: 410-957-0878.
play time — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, 10:30 a.m. Parents and
children explore educational toys together
in an interactive, free play program. Great place to make new friends and learn new skills while having fun! 410-208-4014
BINGO — Every Wednesday at Ocean City Elks Lodge 2645, 138th Street across from Fenwick Inn. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start 6:30 p.m. A $1,000 jackpot available, food, snacks and non-alcoholic beverages. No one under 18 years allowed in the hall during bingo. Info: 410-250-2645.
DELMARVA HAND DANCING CLUB
Meets every Wednesday at Skyline Bar & Grille at The Fenwick Inn, 138th Street and Coastal Highway in Ocean City. Beginner
and intermediate lessons, 5:30-6:30 p.m., followed by dancing until 9 p.m. Jitterbug, swing, cha-cha to the sounds of the ’50s, ’60s and Carolina beach music. All are
welcome. Discounted food and drink prices. Info: 302-337-3638.
TAKE OFF POUNDS SENSIBLY MEETING
Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, Wednesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m. TOPS is a
support and educational group promoting weight loss and healthy lifestyle. It meets weekly. Info: 302-436-3682.
THURSDAY, MARCH 14
writing with ruth — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway, 1-3 p.m. Local
writers join monthly to share poems,
essays, memoirs, prose, etc and receive feedback from fellow participants. Hone writing skills and improve quality and
comfort of oral presentation. Ruth Alcorn will lead the group. All writers welcome. Info: 410-524-1818
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 5:30 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. Food available. Open to the public. Info: 410-289-3166.
OC AARP 1917 GENERAL MEETING Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, 9:30 a.m. Andrea Schlottman, manager of the Ocean City library, will discuss libraries of the future. Representatives from the
Delmarva Shorebirds will also be on hand with special pricing for senior tickets.
Numerous travel opportunities for 2013
will also be presented. All those 50 and older are welcome. Info: aarp1917.org or 410-352-5748.
OCEAN PINES GARDEN CLUB MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 10 a.m. Plant exchange and Chinese auction of “gently used” garden items. New members are welcome.
STORY TIME — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road. Stories, rhymes, finger [lays, music and crafts. For 2- to 5-year-old children. Info: 410-208-4014.
OCEAN CITY POWER SQUADRON GENERAL MEMBERSHIP MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, Assateague Room, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7 p.m. Light refreshments at 6:30 p.m. OCPS Webmaster Pete Fox will give brief overview of the OCPS Web site. OPA General Manager Bob Thompson will discuss issues important to the boating community. All are welcome. Info: www.ocpowersquadron.org.
ONGOING EVENTS
ST. PATRICK’S INDOOR SOCCER TOURNEY Northside Park, 200 125th St. in Ocean City. Estimated attendance of more than 150 teams. March 8-10, (U12 and U16), March 15-17 (adult). Registration: www.oceancitymd.gov. Info: 410-250-0125.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR ‘SISTER ACT’ BUS TRIP — Bus will depart from the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, April 7, at 8:30 a.m. to arrive at the Kimmel Center in Philadelphia for the 1 p.m. show. Will stop for lunch at 11:30 a.m. Group will return immediately after the show, stopping for dinner in Wilmington. Will arrive in Ocean Pines at 9 p.m. Cost is $80 and includes transportation and admittance to the show. Info: Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks Department, 410-641-7052.
SOUP FUNDRAISER — Ocean City Airport, 12724 Airport Road, Berlin, Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., now through March 31. Soup and cake. Donation of $5 benefits the Ocean City Aviation Association’s Huey Memorial Fund. Info: Airport Operations, 410-213-2471 or Coleman Bunting, 410-726-7207.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FOR BUS TRIP TO NEW YORK CITY — Meet at the Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road, April 13, at 5:50 a.m., bus will depart at 6 a.m. Arrive at Times Square at approximately 10:30 a.m. Spend the day on your own. Gather again at 6:15 p.m. for the return trip home. There will be a dinner stop with fast food options. Arrive back in Ocean Pines between 11:30 p.m. and midnight. Cost is $55 for motor coach transportation and driver tip. Portion will benefit the American Cancer Society. To sign up: Beverly Meadows, 443-235-1019 orlubbyday@yahoo.com.
ART EXHIBITS — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, through March. The watercolor exhibit features Barbara Doyle Schmidt, February/March Artist of the Month. The Artist Spotlight exhibit features Kathryn K. Cashman, multi-media artist. For library hours, call 410-208-4014.
HORSEBACK RIDING ON THE BEACH — Ocean City now offers horseback riding on the beach from 27th Street extending south to the Inlet jetty between 6 a.m. and 5 p.m., Nov. 1 through March 30. Cost is $20 for a single-day permit and $50 for a seasonal permit. Permit applications: City Clerk’s Office in City Hall, 301 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City or online at www.oceancitymd.gov.
FREE TAX PREPARATION — Call the following locations as appointments are required: Ocean City library, Thursdays and Saturdays, 410-213-1608; Ocean Pines library, Mondays and Thursdays, 410-213-1608; Ocean Pines Community Church, Saturdays, 410-213-1608; MAC Center in Salisbury, Mondays, 410-742-8569; Pocomoke library, March 15, 29 and April 12, 410-957-0878; Snow Hill library, March 19, April 2, 410-632-1277.
