Great food? Check! Stunning view? Check! Outside bar overlooking the Ocean City Inlet? Check!
A view of the big wheel from The Wedge.
The Wedge, a restaurant that sits at the very south end of Ocean City’s boardwalk, had its ribbon cutting ceremony to mark the official opening on Tuesday June 27th.
A view of the inlet through martini glasses.
The new restaurant is open every day during the week at 11:30am, closing at 10:00pm. The kitchen will be open until 9pm. The menu consists of a little bit of something for everyone. Shrimp cocktail, toasted crab flatbread, and conch fritters are some local favorites. And while the sandwiches like shrimp salad and pulled pork are tasty, the Dirty Bird, a spicy pulled chicken, caramelized onion, provolone, avocado, brioche roll comes at the top of the list.
Their shrimp salad is a favorite.
We also can’t forget the street tacos, three to a serving, in your choice of pork carnitas, chicken, shrimp and mahi.
Tacos come in a variety of meats and fish.
Who wouldn’t want to enjoy a drink with the incredible view that the center bar shows off. Signature drinks are served such as The Boat Drink, a mixture of coconut rum, banana liquor, mango, orange juice, pineapple, and creme de coconut with a splash of lime that tastes like you are on vacation. And you might be! So indulge.
Margaritas, Daiquiris, and The Boat Drink
The Wedge also serves a variety of margaritas, beer and wine, and a house shooter- Tsunami-Kazi.
Consider The Wedge a must visit while visiting here in Ocean City.
OCEAN CITY, MD — June 27, 2023 — The Ocean City Center for the Arts on 94th St. bayside is inviting the public to two free art activities on summer weekends. The events tie in with the Town of Ocean City’s initiative to offer free and fun family activities throughout the resort on summer weekends.
On summer Saturdays from 11 a.m. until 1 p.m.., the Arts Center will host free children’s craft projects with unique new themes every week. The projects will be outside in the Arts Center’s tented waterfront courtyard overlooking the bay, weather permitting, and will move indoors on rainy days. All ages are welcome, but an adult must accompany a child.
“This is make-and-take event,” Rina Thaler, executive director of the Art League of Ocean City, said. “It’s a fun opportunity for children to engage their creative sides and make something special they can take home and be proud of with a special memory of Ocean City. We supply the materials and some creative ideas, and let the children take it from there.”
On summer Sundays at 1 p.m., the Arts Center’s staff docents are guiding gallery tours free of charge, discussing the art exhibitions and other offerings at the center. Tours last approximately 15 minutes. The docents will guide guests through the main Thaler Gallery, the Sisson Galleria on the balcony, the Spotlight Gallery, Studio E, the Staircase Gallery, the studios of the artists-in-residence, and the in-center gift shop.
The docents will also highlight the multitude of classes offered at the Arts Center – painting, drawing, pottery, collage, book making and more – that allow artists to hone their skills and non-artists to discover their hidden talents.
“Whenever I go to an art gallery or museum, I love to take tours so I can learn the stories and ideas behind the art,” Thaler continued. “Our docent tours will introduce you to some of our most prolific and talented artists, and answer questions you may have about what you see on our walls and in our galleries.”
More information about the free weekend art projects is available by calling the Arts Center at 410-524-9433 or at OCart.org.
The Art League of Ocean City isa non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors.
OCEAN CITY, MD (June 27, 2023): Ocean City will light up the night sky with two simultaneous fireworks displays on Tuesday, July 4th in celebration of our nation’s Independence Day. With these two celebrations, the Ocean City Police Department anticipates heavy vehicle and pedestrian traffic throughout the Town of Ocean City.
Northern Display- Northside Park
The northern display at Northside Park, 125th Street, and the bay, will kick off at 8 p.m. with DJ musical entertainment followed by a spectacular firework display at 9:30 p.m.
The soccer field and walking path on the northwest side of the park will be closed from viewing due to state and local safety precautions as the fireworks display will move off the west pier into the park to bring the experience closer than ever before.
There will be “No Parking” on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, from 2:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. in the following areas:
• The north and south sides of 123rd Street between Coastal Highway and Jamaica Avenue
• The north and south sides of 125th Street between Coastal Highway and Jamaica Avenue
• The north and south sides of 127th Street between Coastal Highway and Jamaica Avenue
• The east side of Jamaica Avenue from 123rd Street North to 125th Street
• The west side of Jamaica Avenue from 125th Street to 127th Street
• The east side of Jamaica Avenue from 127th Street to the road end near the entrance to the Department of Recreation and Parks’ maintenance complex
Residents and visitors attending the northern display can expect an alternate traffic pattern between 123rd Street to 127th Street, starting at 7:00 p.m.
Southern Display- Caroline Street
The southern display at Caroline Street will kick off at 7 p.m. with a musical performance by The U.S. Army military band DOWNRANGE, followed by DJ music and the official fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.
There will be “No Parking” on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, beginning at 6:00 a.m. in the following locations:
• Baltimore Avenue and N. Division Street
• 900 to 902 Philadelphia Avenue
• Northside of the 200 block of Dorchester Street
• 200 block of 1st Street
• Southside of 2nd Street
• South St. Louis Avenue between Dorchester Street and Talbot Street (eastside)
A heavy volume of pedestrian traffic is anticipated in the area of the Boardwalk Tram lane south of N. Division Street. To ensure the safety of pedestrians on the Boardwalk, the tram will pause its operations between 8:30 p.m. and 10:30 p.m.
Parking
Residents and visitors should anticipate extremely limited parking at both fireworks locations along with significant traffic delays after each show. The Inlet Parking Lot will be open. The parking rate will be increased to $5 per hour for that day. Pay close attention to the “No Parking” signage near the celebration sites. Parking in a restricted area is subject to be towed.
Ocean City Beach Bus
Ride with us, on Ocean City’s municipal buses that travel along Coastal Highway. A $4 Ride-All-Day pass allows you to ride from 6:00 a.m. until 3:00 a.m. the next morning. The Beach Bus goes from South Division Street Transit Center to the North End Transit Center or anywhere in between.
Don’t forget, with your $4 pass, you can transfer to one of our Park & Ride buses at no additional cost and go to the West Ocean City Park & Ride facility. The West Ocean City Park & Ride located at 12848 Ocean Gateway also offers free parking. The West Ocean City Park & Ride will have a limited number of buses and will run from 6 a.m. to 11 p.m. This service will run to and from the West Ocean City Park & Ride to Dorchester Street and St. Louis Ave.
Boaters
The Route 50 draw bridge will remain closed to marine traffic during its usually scheduled openings of 10:25 p.m. and 10:55 p.m. The Route 50 bridge will reopen for boaters at 11:25 p.m. on the evening of Tuesday, July 4th.
Delays and Congestion are Expected
We encourage you to arrive early for either celebration to ensure you find ample parking and make it to the celebration in time.
We anticipate seeing a heavy volume of pedestrians in and around the event areas. Remember to Walk Smart and remember these tips:
• Always cross at and within marked crosswalks
• Look, pay attention, then cross
• Follow all traffic signals and lane markings
• Use the sidewalk-do not cross in the street
• Make eye contact with drivers
Drivers, please remain alert and patient. We will see heavy traffic congestion throughout the town. Remember to Drive Smart and remember these tips:
• Stop for all pedestrians in crosswalks- this is a Maryland law
• Slow down- watch for pedestrians and yield to pedestrians, especially when turning
• Keep your eyes on the road. It’s illegal to text and use handheld devices while driving
• Stay alert and avoid all distractions
• Share the road with bicycles
• Do not drive in the bike and bus lanes
Together we can work together to ensure the 4th of July celebrations are an enjoyable experience for everyone. Arrive early and plan to stay late to make the most out of the day. Should the fireworks display be postponed on Tuesday, July 4, 2023, due to inclement weather, the above details will apply to Wednesday, July 5, 2023.
The “pick your own” friend experience has now hit the Delmarva. Friendship Farm, right off of Route 113 in Berlin is now officially open for business. Only a 20 minute ride from Ocean City, Friendship Farm, a family owned business is the perfect place for a unique experience with friends and family.
Pick your own blueberries.
If the address isn’t sweet enough for you (10201 Three Penny Lane) the farm shows off the most beautiful field of over 3,000 blueberry plants that are full of the most deliciously sweet berries. The farm itself has planted 4 different varieties of blueberry plants including Blue Crop, Aurora, Duke, and Draper. Some are on the sweeter side while others have more of a tart pop to them.
They have 4 varieties of blueberries.
Hoping to have berries through the end of July, maybe even August, Friendship Farm hopes to continue the pick your own experience for as long as the berries are producing fruit.
Blueberries are great for eating right off the bush.
Blueberry picking is open Wednesday- Sunday, 10am-5pm. The cost for blueberries is $2.99/pound plus an added bonus of the wonderful memories that you and your families will share together.
10201 Three Penny Lane
A family farm that was established in 1952, Friendship Farm started planting and selling Christmas trees about 35 years ago then most recently expanded with the addition of the pick your own blueberry experience.
Susan Jones kicks off OceanCity.com’s new interview series. She’s been a force in the local hospitality industry for three decades, leading the Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association (HMRA). From the latest challenges to her first job at Layton’s on 16th, Susan answers questions that Ocean City lovers won’t want to miss.
OceanCity.com’s new insider interview series will bring unheard stories and scoops to those who love and care about the resort most. The series will address current hot topics, tourism and the town’s past, present and future.
Thank you for all the wonderful photos you shared with us this week for our Photo Friday Contest. We received pictures of babies, toddlers, teenagers and older folk, first visits, boat rides, fun on the Boardwalk, sunsets and sunrises, Air Show views, mini golf games, seagulls and horses, playing, resting and eating, and all the things we love to do during our visits to Ocean City Md. We love receiving photos taken during your vacation here in Ocean City, and we have put together a selection of your pictures sent to us this week. This week’s randomly selected winner of two FREE tickets to Jolly Roger Amusement Parks is Kayla Standish for this blue skied picture of someone hard at work digging a whole in the sand, with plenty of sand toys around him to add to the fun. Congratulations Kayla! Keep taking pictures of Ocean City, and be on the look out for our next Photo Friday Contest starting tomorrow, Friday June 23rd, on Facebook, and please remember to include a sentence telling us what’s going on in your picture!
**PLEASE NOTE: we will never post a comment on your photo telling you you have won the contest, or to click on a link to win the contest. We will always announce the winner’s name with a post on our Facebook Page each Thursday, and an article on https://www.oceancity.com, and we will always ask you to contact us. Please be aware of scammers.**
Kayla Standish – My little beach lover enjoying the sandAlexis Marie – No caption neededWilliam Kirk – 7 year old “Captain” Angelina’s favorite thing in Ocean City MD is sailing on the Sail Alyosha.Katie Carter – In his Prime hoodie from the boardwalk playing put put in our happy place!Judy Mowers Dietz – Another amazing OC Sunset from Assateague House, Worcester St.Michelle Owen – Celebrating #highschoolgraduation2023 enjoyed the rodeo and then Ripley’s big sister chasing down little brother on boardwalkElaine N Jeff Anderson – Enjoying feeding the birds at the OC inletDonna Fogle – OC OfficersColleen Cox – The ponies were so Close to our cabana, it was amazing!!! From last week!!!Rebecca Kennedy Shifflett – First time my granddaughter visited Ocean City and she loved everything about it.Dave Szimanski – OC from Assateague.Michelle Travis – A perfect beach day!Diana Brown – Siena loves OC & Jolly! Be back in 2 weeks! 🇺🇸 can’t wait!Amy Pullifrone – Sand soccer!! Winning tickets for my son whose team won 4-0.Michelle Travis – My grandson last week enjoying a day at the pool!Cynthia Mitzel – Wonderful fishing trip in the bay at the 50th Street Bridge. Love visiting OC every year.Caroline Mcneal – Fun from the ferris wheel! We love Ocean City and go every year from Ohio.Diana Brown – My granddaughters, Capri and Siena in Ocean City last weekendCrystal Ber Ziel – When you get to spend your birthday with your friends at ocean city!!Jessica Lynn – This was last year, but my son had everyone on the beach cracking up playing with the seagullsDebra Sterling Hewett – My daughter and grandson who is visiting from Austin Texas enjoying the Haunted House on the boardwalk!David Rossbach – Olivia is jumping for joy cuz she’s at OCCathy Graham-Willis – My favorite place! Taken on June 9 2023. It’s our favorite getawaySharon King – First time visit to the Boardwalk for our grandson.Michael Gualtieri – Walks on the beach catching great sunsets!!Kristen Spencer – Two hours of kiddie rides at Trimpers! It was bittersweet as next year she will likely be too tall for some of the rides!!Stephanie Clay – My boys first beach trip! Only 7 weeks old.Stacey Feehley – There’s nothing better than watching the charter boats come back in through the inlet!Diana Brown – Capri dreaming about seeing the mermaids at Jolly Rogers July 4th week coming back to OCBrandon Champagne – Can’t forget thrasher fries while in Ocean city. But Seagulls will love you while on the beach. Feet in the sand at Ocean city isn’t complete without stop at ThrashersChris Rupinski Heyer – We ❤️ Ocean City!Crystal Baker – Beautiful view of my kiddos, they love the beach!Sarah Addis – Just a little sea shell huntingLynette Reyes – Our first family vacation in a long time. Its incredibly special because it includes the miracle baby of the family. My 10 month old, Carter. His first official vacation! He’s definitely a water baby.Carol Anne – SUMMER! Our favorite place to be!Ashley Weaver – My son playing with his jets, from last weekend at the air show.Pamela Wigfield – He was on the fishing pier on boardwalk loving lifeAngela Rivas – My sea shell girlLiza Figueroa – One of my favorite pics I took at sunrise while in OC this year!Mary Warren Williams – End of School Year beach celebration with her momma!!TherealJena Prado -Beach bum official, My off-springBrittany Lloyd – Early April, OC was quiet and peaceful, our favorite time to walk the beach !Kimberly West-Sobus – We were remembering my husband’s favorite place since he just passed awayTonya Clark – Sand castles, waves and family timeTonya Coles – Shark week!Megan Funk – Beach baby!!Donna Fogle – Lense ballTori Comeaux – A day in OC during Spring Break 2023Sharon Imbert Demshock – Fun on the beach!!!Tiffany O’Hara – We’re not crabby!Karen Staton – Catching the perfect sunset in OC…Megan Walling – My cool cat at the air show!Laken Duriez – Enjoying a bike ride!Amanda Bailey – We had the best view of the air show at jolly rogers mini golf!!Craig Replogle – Enjoying the breeze and that ocean view! What’s better?!Jonathan Cooper – Harley & Stella enjoying lunch break.Lori Meilhammer – This pic is after boardwalk fun….Lew Marion – Beach RompsNicole Marie – Boardwalk funAllison Harding – My daughter in front of the lifeguard chair near Golden Sands wearing her OCMD sweatshirt
Victoria Sadler – The chair is usually empty. Too much fun in the waterTami Woodward Bailey – Pap Pap and baby enjoying the sights of the board walkGail Diepold – At 17th street beach. Does this hat look good on me?Amber Moore – Sand art 2023 my daughter makes a design every year we go!Brittany Nilo – These two best buddies had a blast seeing the mermaids this weekend and can’t wait to go back!!!Heather A Welsh – Most people’s favorite place at the beach is the beach, my husbands is in the swimming pool.Amber Gido – Trying to catch a waveLinda Berenbach – My favorite!Bree Marie – Soul soothing💙A recent mother/son trip.Jessica Storck – The newest Boat Captain on the bay!TherealJena Prado – My seashell rescue crewmemberTonya Coles – The magic at the top… Jolly Rogers! Kelly Lynch Harnish – That feeling of sand between your toes and fingers for the first time!Alicia Hennigan Guy – Sunset on Assateague Island.Jessica Nusbaum – Stunning sunrise at the pier
OCEAN CITY, MD — June 16, 2023 —The Art League of Ocean City invites the public to a free “Arts Day in the Pines” event on Saturday, June 24, 11 a.m. – 5 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park in Ocean Pines. Free parking with complimentary shuttle service is available at Ocean Downs Casino. The rain date is Sunday, July 25.
The event will feature more than 40 artisans offering their original arts and crafts including pottery, paintings, glassware, fiber art, jewelry, and more. Guest will have the opportunity to meet the artists and buy directly from them.
“Veterans Memorial Park is a new location for us this year, and we are so excited to expand and grow this event even bigger than before,” Aubrey Sizemore, Art League Event Coordinator, said. “We had over 7,000 people attend Arts Day last year, so everyone loves the fun they’ll have for the whole family. Bring a chair and stay all day.”
Musical artists will perform original pieces throughout the day. Chino Rankin plays from 11 a.m.-noon; Jeremiah Coyne, 12:15-1 p.m.; Radio Ocean City will DJ from 1:15-2 p.m.; Parker’s Garden, 2:25-3 p.m.; eScape hAtch, 3:15-4 p.m.; and Marissa Levy, 4:15-5 p.m. During their time on stage, Radio Ocean City will feature kids’ contests with prizes including gift cards to area businesses, Fisher’s popcorn, and items from their business.
Food trucks will offer a variety of fare including Sandy’s Dog Gone Good Eats, Kona Ice, Apostolic Church of Jesus Christ, Sweet Addiction, and The Street Kitchen. Beer and wine will also be available.
Children’s and family activities include bouncy houses, youth plein air painting, bubbles, coloring, geocaching, face painting, pipe cleaner art, planting, and tie dying. Special art classes for adults, including creating mini mosaic jewelry pendants and paint-alongs are also being offered for an extra fee.
Sponsors for the event include the Ocean Pines Association, Ocean Pines Recreation & Parks, Bluebird Farms, Dr. Bob Hieronimus, Fish Tales, Ocean Downs Casino, Old Pro Golf, The Berlin/Ocean City Optimist Club, Knights of Columbus, and Positive Energy.
More information is available at OCart.org or by calling 410-524-9433.
The Art League of Ocean City isa non-profit organization dedicated to bringing the visual arts to the community through education, exhibits, scholarship, programs and community art projects. Financial support comes primarily through membership dues from individuals and corporate sponsors.
If you haven’t managed a visit to Ocean City Md this year, or you have but are already home and missing it, we thought you might enjoy some photos of the Ocean City Boardwalk taken in June, when the sun was shining. We saw big wheels and amusement rides, Boardwalk entertainers, ice cream, popcorn and French fries being consumed en masse, and family and friends, young and old, out enjoying themselves.
Feel the need for a visit to Ocean City Md? Start here!
Thank you for all the wonderful photos you shared with us this week for our Photo Friday Contest. We love receiving photos taken during your vacation here in Ocean City Md, and we have put together a selection of your pictures sent to us this week. This week’s randomly selected winner of two FREE tickets to Jolly Roger is Kyle Sowinski for this adorable picture of someone enjoying the ocean without actually having to get into it! (We get it, those waves can be pretty powerful at times). Congratulations Kyle! Keep taking pictures of Ocean City, and be on the look out for our next Photo Friday Contest starting tomorrow, Friday June 16th, on Facebook, and please remember to include a sentence telling us what’s going on in your picture!
**PLEASE NOTE: we will never post a comment on your photo telling you you have won the contest, or to click on a link to win the contest. We will always announce the winner’s name with a post on our Facebook Page each Thursday, and an article on https://www.oceancity.com, and we will always ask you to contact us. Please be aware of scammers.**
Kyle Sowinski – Waves were a little too big for her so we made her own little pool to enjoyJessica Nusbaum – I was in OC in early May and got some amazing shots of the sky while I was there. The clouds were incredible!Katie Carter – Nothing like waking up at the Hilton Easter morning and posing with a large golden egg on your head with the one Prime flavor you’ve been wanting to try from your Easter basketEdward Fonseca – Me and my son’s first time at Ocean CityShannon Lang Waterbury – My son with his first Thrashers of the year (Spring Break 2023)Ashley Weaver – From todays Thunderbird practiceLeslie R. Pollard – Little chilly but that won’t stop me from walking on the beachKaren Beardsley – Sunset on the bayJulie Barley – April sunrise in front of the Flagship hotel.Kim Martin-Peletsky – My husband and son enjoying a special moment on the beach in Ocean City.Michelle Agee Collett – when you’ve played at the beach all day long and are having so much fun, you need to go back again after dinner… And you’re exhausted!Jennifer Hughes Fagan – My mom and I were walking my special needs daughter in her wheelchair along the pier at the end of the boardwalk and this nice gentleman who was fishing asked us if she would like to fish with him and his son. He was so patient and kind to my daughter and it was a special moment. And she loved it as well.David Rossbach – Olivia is Jumping for Joy for a Beach Day!! May 2023Sarah Addis – Nothing better then playing in the water. All 3 of my babesWilliam Kirk – Angelina and Daddy’s sand castle. 7 June ’23Tiffany Seyler – Beach babes can’t wait to be there this weekend! Nothing like the salty air and sound of waves crashingCheryl Gadd Franck – I absolutely love sunrise in O.C.!!!! Coffee was especially good this morning!!!Angela Marie – 2 weeks ago sitting out front of the yummy dough roller.. A gorgeous, inviting GullJessica Horowitz – We love the beach but also love spending time at the parks and mini golf.Brianna Bookhultz – The night my fiancé proposed! There was a double rainbow and a beautiful sunset after!! Couldn’t have asked for a better proposal in a better spotDave Cipriani – Our view from our place on the bay. Love it! (32nd by jolly rodger/speedworld)Brian-Heather Mills – Teaching him right! Picking crabs at Shrimp Boat Restaurant / Seafood Market. We vaca in OC at least 4 times a year. Our home away from home.. hope to become locals one day!Dana White – Grandson + waves = Pure joy! Monday June 5th.. water was warmKelly Barnhart – School is out lets start it right at Ocean CityAshley Summers – 1st time riding the big roller coaster in OC, May 26, 2023Chrissy Farmer Heller – My boys loving their kick off to summer! The beach hair is strong.Josh N Brandy Maxwell – I have been taking my son and his fathers picture in front of the ocean every year since he was 2 to show the difference🤍most recent one was the last one in may.Michelle Neves – Mom and Son in Ocean City- Same ride 30+ years apart!Lindsay Fain – Taken during a sunrise walk, despite the clouds the calm and my daughter make moments like this pricelessConnie Weire – My husband and daughter walking down the beach for this first time during cruise weekCassie Walter – My youngest was so excited he found a crab while playing on the beach during the cruise inCynthia Fink-Ober – Riding the giant Ferris wheel for the first time!Shannon Howard – My son on the left and my grandson on the right…22 years apart in the exact spot ! 🥰 my family has been loving Ocean City for generations !Ginger Baltimore – Our new favorite “off-season” spot. 🤗 The Cambria. This was the view from our deck back in April.Danielle Blair – My kids love the beach!Melissa Waugh – Gathering some shells last weekend.Sarah Parris – Taking in the nightlife for the 1st timeJulie Potter – A huge jump for joy from my 4 year old seeing the ocean for the first time!Kristy Lackey – Gizmo took a trip the Ocean, honVictoria Sadler – My grandson on the beach at 63rd streetJoann Dixon Copsey – My mother grew up going to OC. she was born in 1940. she never missed riding on the Carousel. I made sure that when she became ill, that I would help her on as long as I could. she passed away in 2017 and I will always ride for her. I now have grandchildren and nieces and nephews and we will always come to OC. xoxoDianna Wingrove – My Granddaughter on the hunt for Seashells in her ” itsy bitsy teenie weenie yellow polka dot bikini” !Victoria Sadler – Rt 50 drawbridge coming into Ocean CityBrandi Marie – Boardwalk nights are the best nightsJennifer Dayton Versuk – Stormy night but look how pretty! My 14 year old daughter captured this!Heather Morgan – My mother in law seeing the ocean for the first time with her two sons in tow.Jenna Malinsky – Enjoying the sand in our annual trip to beautiful ocean city!Michael P Lynch – Sunrise at the beach are moments to cherish.Courtney Willey – My daughter goes crazy over the teacupsGay Goodman Hayden – Making memories at Ocean City!Vickie Bashore – Me fishingChase Murray – Amazing ocean and sky picture from a day trip last yearAlisha Eid – Having fun in the ocean!Jillian Kay – Headed back in after a great day of fishing on The Angler!Crystal Murphy – Visiting the fire station, and taking a tour of the fire trucks.Tasha Michael – Enjoying some salty ocean waves and acting like they like each otherAshlee Marie – Who doesn’t like waking up from your bed and seeing this(06/05/23)Tonya Coles – Living their best life! Brotherly loveAnnie Parks – Even a bad hair day is a great day in OC.Tyler Legg – Got engaged to my fiancé after the st Patrick’s day paradeBob Zabicki – Our family vacation and my granddaughters first trip to Ocean City MDSusan Dawson – My daughter and sister in law on the Boardwalk after a dinner of Paisanos Pizza and Fishers popcorn!Megan Funk – My sons first trip to OC! He’s 9 months and we are day two into our trip and he is LOVING itNicole Marie – My daughter going in the ocean at 109th street for the first time this year!Stephanie Shade – Making memories with my grandson .. Beach baby!Vicki Helmick – Enjoying our ice cream on the boards after a long day on the sand.Rachel Faith Mizrahi – When you’re decked out in your cozy crab gear searching for baby crabs in the sand…Marci Scott – My daughter enjoying the beautiful weather at the beachAaron Lovegrove – On our way to the dog park!!!Tony Merendino – This is my vacation countdown, a picture taken by my wife from the inlet when we were there
Take a tour of the best arcades on the boardwalk- A place where families can spend time together and act like kids! Here is a list of arcades on the boardwalk that never disappoint.
Where to Find Ticket Redemption Games on the OC Boardwalk
Sportland
Tickets! Tickets! And more rolls of tickets! Claw machines galore with an entire wall of prizes. There is definitely something for everyone in the family here. You can hear the excitement from the boardwalk as you walk by- who am I kidding? I never just walk by! I can’t resist a good game of Skeeball.
Skeeball
Playland
With an insane amount of claw machines lining the front doors, it’s sure to catch your eye. Try your luck on Plinko, Wheel of Fortune Monopoly, Tower of Tickets, and Wizard of Oz! And don’t miss out on my personal favorite, Quick Drop! The key is- you need to get more than one ball in at a time. Trust me.
Price is RightPlinko
FunCade
With a huge selection of prizes, Funcade on the boardwalk is loads of fun. Skeeball, basketball, and Space Invaders are just a few games to name inside the arcade. Maybe claw machines are more your style. Try your luck on the rings of tickets for a big opportunity to collect those tickets.
Claw machine
Arcade at The Grande
Located on the boardwalk on the bottom floor of The Grande at 23rd street, this arcade is just the right size. Its cute area has an air hockey table, Mario Grand Prix, and Connect 4 basketball, you can’t go wrong! And you might as well stop next door to grab a slice of pizza on the way out.
Looking for something to entertain your kids over the summer? Ocean City Recreation and Parks offer a variety of youth camps throughout the summer. There are full day, half day, and hourly options depending on the activity. Some camps include soccer, skateboard, paddle boarding, and baseball. Other camps offered are volleyball, tennis, fishing, and beach patrol. Give your kids the opportunity to meet new friends, become more independent, and most importantly- give yourself some time to rest and relax as well. For more information on dates, times, and ages, visit here.
Ocean City Surf Riders hosting a surfing event for area kids
What better way to spend Father’s Day than in Ocean City Md? Whether Dad enjoys a good meal, a craft beer, some fun on the water, or relaxing on the beach, our resort has whatever he desires. Here are some ideas for a great Father’s Day in Ocean City!
A Full Stomach!
A great way to start Father’s Day is to take him to breakfast, and one of our favorite breakfast spots is Harpoon Hannas in North Ocean City (well, just over the state line really, but who’s checking?) You can even arrive by boat! Make sure you try their muffins, pastries and apple turnovers! Midtown, you’ll find it’s not just pizza at the Dough Roller on 41st, they also do a great breakfast with pancakes, omelets, French toast, and creamed chip beef among the favorites. Reef 118 Oceanfront Restaurant at the Carousel Hotel on 118th St. have breakfast daily from 7am – 11am and along with their breakfast menu, have a Carousel Breakfast Buffet for just $21. Jay’s Café & Trading Co.on 23rd Street has great coffee and breakfast sandwiches for sit in or to go.
Muffins and bread at Harpoon Hannas
Take lunch to the beach with a huge sub from Anthony’s Liquor if you are downtown, or Billy’s Sub Shop if you are up town. That should fill Dad up for a few hours!
Italian Cold Cut from Billy’s Sub Shop
Dinner depends on what dad likes best: does he like to get stuck into a pile of crabs surrounded by family of all ages and lively conversation, or does he prefer a good glass of wine and some fine dining? No matter what, Ocean City will have something to suit him. Try the Shrimp Boat in West Ocean City for crabs and other great fresh, local seafood. The Captain’s Table is a great place for South African lobster tail, whole lobsters, certified Angus Beef® steaks and fine cocktails, Blu Crabhouse and Raw Bar offers great Eastern Shore fare with a unique, eclectic flair, specialty drinks and sunsets, and Seacrets has live music and DJ’s to go with cool drinks and spectacular views. Along with sushi, Blue Fish on 94th St has Chinese and Thai dishes to spice things up. Dinner at the Angler Restaurant and Bar downtown on Talbot Street is always a pleasure, and you can take advantage of their $6 after dinner cruise (with a $15 Food Purchase) the whole family can enjoy. Harrison’s Harbor Watch has been a dining destination in Ocean City for nearly 40 years. Enjoy the world-renowned oyster stew followed by the freshest seafood with unlimited sides and their award-winning raw bar! Take a look at other restaurants Ocean City has to offer here.
Blu Crabhouse and Raw Bar
Some fun on the Water!
Does dad love excitement? Then treat him to some fun on the water. Have him take all his family out on a Pontoon Boat for the day, where he can show off his boat driving skills, as well as his ability to fish, swim and relax, or for something even more exciting, take him out for a family jet ski day! Two of our favorite watersport rental companies are Odyssea Watersports on 52nd Street, and Bayside Boat Rentals on 54th Street. Both rent pontoon boats and jet skis.
Jet skiing is great fun for everyone. Photo from Odyssea Watersports
Four!
Everyone loves a game of Mini Golf, and kids of all ages can challenge dad to see who gets the most wholes in one. There are many mini golf courses throughout Ocean City, but try Baja Mini Golf in West Ocean City, Jolly Roger’s Treasure Golf on 29th Street or Embers Golf on 24th Street for something a little different.
Mini golf at Baja Amusements in West Ocean City
You Should have seen the one that got away…
Does dad love to fish? How about booking him a trip out on the Angler Boat? The Angler offers daily deep sea fishing trips on their 65 foot fiberglass boat, and the trip comes with rod, reel and bait so he doesn’t have to bring a thing! Catches include sea bass, cod, trout and other varieties. There are 3, 8 and 10 hour fishing trips, and kids are welcome.
If fishing from dry land is more dad’s style, check out all the fishing piers in Ocean City here.
Fishing on the Angler Deep Sea Fishing Boat. Photo from Angler Deep Sea Fishing Boat
Relax with the Wild Life
Maybe a quiet relaxing day on Assateague Island is what dad really needs this year. Just 8 miles south of Ocean City, Assateague Island National Seashore is a 37 mile long gem in the national and state park systems. Spend the day on the near deserted beach, and perhaps spot a wild pony, or birds chasing the waves in search of clams and crabs exposed by the waves, or a brown pelican skimming the surface of the Atlantic. Large schools of fish can often be seen offshore and dolphins play just outside the breakers.
The wild ponies of Assateague Island
Along for the Ride
Keep dad and the kids happy with a trip to the amusements. Whether he’s a daredevil and will ride the roller coasters, prefers something just a little tamer like the bumper cars, or perhaps skee ball is all he needs to put a smile on his face, both Trimper Rides and Jolly Roger will deliver. A happy dad and kids equals a happy family.
Riding the Rides! Photo from Trimper Rides
End the day with a drink!
For some dads, a beer at home is all he wants. But, this is a special day, so maybe a special drink is necessary, and we have a couple of suggestions. Try a special cocktail at Marlin Moon including the “Big Daddy”, perfect for Father’s Day. The hottest new restaurant in town is The Wedge, and we know dad will love to sit back a relax in this open-air setting with incredible views of the Ocean City Inlet and Assateague Island with a refreshing drink.
Whatever you decide to do for Father’s Day this year, we hope you get to spend it in Ocean City, and give dad the day he deserves. We’d like to wish all the dad’s, and those who do the job of being a great dad without the official title, a Happy Father’s Day!
Bonfires on the beach … The allure of a crackling bonfire, the gentle sound of crashing waves, and the salty sea breeze create an enchanting atmosphere that beckons visitors to Ocean City, Maryland, and Assateague Island. Both destinations offer unique opportunities to enjoy bonfires on their scenic beaches. Whether you prefer the bustling ambiance of Ocean City or the serene beauty of Assateague’s national and state parks, bonfires by the shore promise unforgettable moments. In this article, we’ll explore the regulations and guidelines for bonfires at each location.
Bonfires on the Beach in Ocean City, MD:
Ocean City’s sandy shoreline is the perfect backdrop for a beach bonfire, offering an ideal setting for an evening of relaxation and camaraderie. However, it’s important to be aware of the regulations and guidelines set forth by the city to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience.
Regulations for bonfires on the beach in Ocean City:
Bonfire shall be a minimum of 75 feet away from the dunes towards the ocean.
Only untreated, natural wood may be used in the bonfire.
Bonfire must be thoroughly extinguished and cooled down prior to midnight and all material must be disposed of in a user-supplied metal container and removed from the beach upon completion. Material must not be buried in the sand, thrown into the ocean or placed in plastic garbage receptacles on the beach.
Bonfire MUST be attended at all times. Precautions must be taken to ensure all attendees, especially children, are kept at a safe distance from the bonfire at all times.
All other normal beach regulations, including but not limited to: driving on the beach, consumption of alcoholic beverages, time parameters and pets shall be adhered to.
Groups under the age of 18 must be chaperoned by an adult twenty-one (21) years of age or older. The permit will be issued only to the chaperone, who will be responsible for compliance with the requirements for the bonfire.
The person obtaining the permit must be present during the hours of the bonfire. They must have in their possession a copy of this permit (paper or digital) and present it upon request of a Fire Official or Police Officer. The Town of Ocean City reserves the right to check for permit compliance at any time.
Blackout Dates/Times Locations: Bonfire permits will not be issued for the following:
-For any time after midnight
-At any location south of 30th Street from May 1st- September 30th
-Additional dates/locations where adverse conditions preclude the safe permitting/regulation of bonfires
Fire Marshall Recommendations
The Fire Marshal’s Office recommends the following items be utilized for the safe setup and cleanup of a bonfire:
-Water bucket (for extinguishing)
-Large Metal bucket/trashcan (for debris cleanup)
-Metal Shovel
-Firewood
-Paper, starter log, or other kindling
-Grill Lighter or other wind-resistant torch
Bonfire Set-Up Requirements in Ocean City
Bonfire material must only consist of untreated wood. It may not include:
-Pallets
-Any wood with embedded metal (nails, plates, etc.)
-Salt or creosote-treated or chemically impregnated lumber
-Tar paper or glue-impregnated material
-Trash, plastic/foam, rubber, glass or metal products
Flammable and/or combustible liquids must not be utilized for igniting or fueling bonfires.
Bonfires are permitted only on the beach near the water and a minimum of 75 feet from the dunes. The fire must also be a sufficient distance away from beach boxes, lifeguard stands and other potentially combustible items to avoid possible ignition.
Unsuitable wind or weather conditions must be taken into consideration prior to and during the actual bonfire. Adverse conditions may cause the revocation of this permit.
Servicing of the bonfire site will be accomplished by hand carrying the equipment and supplies to the site. Vehicles shall not service the bonfire site.
Bonfires may be no larger than 3 feet high and 4 feet in diameter, and must be placed in a pit approximately 1 foot deep.
Bonfire Clean-up Requirements in Ocean City
Cleanup and restoration of the site must be completed by the expiration date and time set forth by this permit. All ash and leftover material must be thoroughly wet down and allowed to properly cool before being placed in a user-supplied metal trash can and removed from the beach. At no time should warm embers be placed in any trash receptacles. The fire pit must be leveled to return the beach to its previous status. MATERIAL AND/OR ASH SHALL NOT BE BURIED IN THE SAND OR THROWN IN THE OCEAN.
Bonfire site will be inspected post cleanup. The permittee may be billed additional fees for the cost of response/cleanup in the event of failure to properly cleanup from the bonfire. Future bonfire applications may be denied due to previous improper cleanup.
All persons encompassed in this permit must vacate the bonfire site no later than the date and time set forth by this permit.
The Town of Ocean City’s Department of Public Works cleans the beach each night. When you see a beachcomber tractor approaching your area, please be mindful of them and bring your crowd in closer to the bonfire so that they may properly clean the beach.
Here the ponies hovered outside the fire circle under a full moon on Assateague’s National Seashore. A permit was obtained because of the size of the group which gathered after the rehearsal dinner for a perfect wedding the next day!
Located just south of Ocean City, Assateague Island National Seashore is a protected barrier island renowned for its untouched natural beauty and the presence of the iconic wild horses. This pristine destination offers the opportunity to immerse oneself in the tranquility of nature while enjoying a beach bonfire.
Regulations for bonfires on Assateague Island National Seashore:
Beach bonfires are permitted for groups of 25 people or less on the beach between the high and low tide lines (not on the high beach). Fires must be completely extinguished with water and all debris removed from the beach. Groups larger than 25 people need to obtain a Special Use Permit.
Adjacent to Assateague Island National Seashore, Assateague State Park offers visitors the chance to experience the unique coastal ecosystems and abundant wildlife of this barrier island. While bonfires are not permitted directly on the beach at the state park, self-contained or mini-propane grills are allowed, but are not to be used on the concession deck area or on the beach. Charcoal grills are not allowed because there is no place to dispose of the waste.
Whether you choose to enjoy a beach bonfire in Ocean City or venture south to Assateague Island, both destinations provide breathtaking settings for creating unforgettable memories. Remember to adhere to the regulations and guidelines set forth by the respective authorities to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience for yourself, fellow visitors, and the environment. So gather your loved ones, grab some firewood, and bask in the warmth of a beach bonfire as you embrace the beauty of the coast and create lasting memories that will be cherished for years to come.
Katherine Ruskey: Hi guys. I am Katie with oceanity.com and today we are thrilled to have Major Kristin Wolfe with us, who is one of the talented pilots that will be seeing this weekend in Ocean City’s air show, Saturday, and Sunday, June 10th, and 11th. Major- thank you for joining us today.
Kristin W: Of course, thanks for having me.
Katherine Ruskey: I want to know and everybody wants to know what kind of planes do you plan on flying this weekend?
Kristin W: So we fly the F 35A model, so the latest and greatest fifth generation stealth fighter, the Air Force variant.
Katherine Ruskey: Is that something that you fly often? Is it just a special occasion where you get to fly this?
Kristin W: Yeah, it’s my full-time job. So I’ve been flying the F35 for about six years now and then doing the actual air show gig for about four years. So we travel around the country, sometimes the world with this airplane, to kind of show it off in air shows and make people excited about it.
Katherine Ruskey: Very cool. So is this something that you’ve always wanted to do, like growing up you’re like- I have to be a pilot.
Kristin W: Not really, my dad was actually a fighter pilot in the Air Force as well. So I was born on the Air Force base. He was still in the Air Force when I actually joined. So you kind of say this is my blood but I really didn’t think about joining until college age actually.
Katherine Ruskey: So before that, what did you want to be?
Kristin W: I had a lot of things, you know, Doctor was up on the list, veterinarian. I actually studied engineering in college…
Katherine Ruskey: Everybody wants to be a veterinarian at one point. I feel So…
Kristin W: Yep.
Katherine Ruskey: How do you go to school to be a pilot in the Air Force? Like what is that like? What are the trainings like? How many years do you have to train?
Kristin W: Yeah, yeah, there’s a couple ways but you need to have a bachelors degree to get selected pilot training. I did ROTC, while I was in college, you can also go to the Air Force Academy or you can get your bachelors and then join later. But the cool part about the Air Force is a year pilot training in general. But you could have zero experience all the way up to, you know, be an airline pilot and join and go through the exact same training pipeline, pretty much.
Katherine Ruskey: Wow.
Kristin W: So that was me, I was on the three hours of experience, but they take you a whole year of pilot training and then fighter jet training. After that, it’s your specific airplane.
Katherine Ruskey: Very cool. Very cool. What’s the best part about being a pilot?
Kristin W: There’s a lot of cool parts. I like the camaraderie of this squadron. Getting to travel around is one of the most awesome things, especially in this job that I’m in. Now, with air shows getting to go to places. You never probably would have gone to or places uou’ve always dreamed about going, but maybe didn’t want to pay for that yourself on a vacation. So that’s probably some of the cool parts about it.
Katherine Ruskey: Yeah.
Kristin W: And then obviously, getting to fly a fighter airplane, is something that not a lot of people get to do.
Katherine Ruskey: So is being in the air shows, is that part of your job or is that an added bonus that you guys get to do?
Kristin W: Yeah, it’s kind of like a special duty assignment for me, as well as the maintainers and public affairs individuals on the team. So, in general, we’ll be on the team, you apply, you get selected interviewed, and you’re on the team for two to three years. We pick people straight out of basically the combat squadrons that we have. And then once we’re done with this assignment we go back into you know, just Regular Air Force lives.
Katherine Ruskey: So what does a resume look like when you’re applying for something like this? You have to have a video of you doing these really cool stunts or somebody fly with you? How does that work?
Kristin W: Not at all. So there’s not really any special requirements other than you know a couple years experience in that airplane for the team you’re applying to, in our case F-35. Our team is based of Hill Air Force Base-so Salt Lake City, Utah. So that’s where you have to be stationed to be able to apply, you know, already live here at that base and then really, you know, this reputation, good records, you know, training records, all that kind of stuff, then interviews with the leadership on down to be selected. So you obviously have to have a personality that enjoys your traveling, but also talk to people while being on the road because honestly, our main goal isn’t just to you know, show off the airplane at air shows, it’s actually to recruit for the Air Force as well.
Katherine Ruskey: Right. So other than these really cool air shows that you get to do, how else are these planes used?
Kristin W: Yeah. Honestly these are you know, combat ready airplanes. You could put bombs and missiles on them tomorrow instead of going to Ocean City, and they could go to war. So it’s a stealth airplane, which means it can, you know, get in close to either bad guy radars either, air ground or air, radars, drop the bombs, shoot missiles. Before anybody sees us, or target us and then turn around and protect, you know, the bigger things behind us that can go in later. So, that’s kind of the combat mission of this airplane and we try to show off a little bit of that in the air show around that we, you know, a little bit what we can without actually talking bombs and shooting missiles.
Katherine Ruskey: Right. Really cool. So I want to know about being a woman and a male dominated kind of job. Like I feel like we don’t see very many women being pilots now but I’m sure it’s on the rise. Can you tell us about that?
Kristin W: Yeah, we hope so. You know, obviously there’s not a lot of females either in the civilian or the military realm of aviation, something we’re trying to change. But because, you know, people still to this day don’t even know that you know, females can be pilots much less even fighter pilots even…
Katherine Ruskey: Right.
Kristin W: Though the Air Force we’ve had female fighter pilots for 30 years now. So it’s kind of crazy to think about…
Katherine Ruskey: Wow.
Kristin W: But in the fight, about three to four percent of pilots are female, that’s a little bit higher in the general aviation world. But honestly in the military we do a very good job of being a skill-based or merit-based community. So both the airplane doesn’t know the difference of who’s flying it, as well as the squadron, don’t really care because at the end of the day, if you’re going to war to some next to somebody, as long as they can do their job and keep you safe, then that’s all people really care about.
Katherine Ruskey: True. I know you guys are prepping to come to Ocean City. So where you guys coming from, and when you guys land in Ocean City, to go to the air show, where are you coming out of?, Where are you guys launching the planes from?
Kristin W: Yeah, so the maintenance team and the 14th flight have eight people. They left Salt Lake today on a commercial airplane. So they fly into, I can’t remember where they’re at, out there close to Ocean City and then myself and my other pilot will fly two airplanes out tomorrow morning. And so we’ll rejoin with the tanker. We’ll refuel airborne to get all the way down to the East Coast. And then we’re landing at Wallops Airfield, which is a little bit of a drive, but we have to have a 8,000 foot runway in general to land at. So, Ocean City in Salisbury a little bit, smaller and don’t meet the requirements sometimes. So that’s where we’re putting the jets for that weekend and then we’ll be launching out of there every day to fly down to the beach and back.
Katherine Ruskey: Everybody is so excited to see you guys this weekend. One more question. So if you’ve been to Ocean City before the Route 50 Bridge, there’s a very big sign that says 3,100 some miles from Ocean City to California from the East Coast to the West Coast. How fast can you get from East Coast to West Coast in your planes?
Kristin W: Oh, I’d say if we were going from coast to coast, it would probably take us four hours and 15 minutes maybe.
Katherine Ruskey: Wow.
Kristin W: We have to slow down a little bit to refuel the tanker and then speed it up again. But in general, we go about commercial airliner speeds a little bit faster, but we can just go direct and we go about the same altitudes as well. So I think tomorrow’s flight will probably be about three and a half hours from Salt Lake to Ocean City.
Katherine Ruskey: Wow. A lot of people drive from Baltimore to Ocean City and it takes a three hour drive, just not in an airplane. So,…
Kristin W: Yeah.
Katherine Ruskey: I think that’s all for us today, Kristin. Thank you very much for joining us.
Kristin W: Of course, I hope you guys get out in the enjoy the beach and the show this weekend.
Katherine Ruskey: We will make sure to wave to you. I doubt that you’ll be able to see us because you’ll be zooming right past us. I’m Katie with Ocean City.com. Make sure you check out the air show, June 10th and 11th this weekend on Ocean City’s beaches and boardwalk. I will see you at the beach.
Photo of Masterpiece Farm in Whaleyville, MD. Photo: Sarah Murray
Masterpiece Flower Farm is a flourishing mother-daughter cut flower production farm on the outskirts of Whaleyville, Maryland. Crystal Giesey and her mother, Misty Fields, began growing flowers as a hobby, and seven years ago they decided to turn their passion into a business venture. In the beginning, they sold their flowers at just one farmers market, and have since grown to selling to four markets a week during season, one market year-round, and complete a multitude of wedding orders.
Their originally fallow four-acre field has required years of time-consuming cultivation, uncertain investment, and a lot of family dedication to transform it into the blooming landscape it is today. It is important to understand that in cut flower production everything is done by hand. Crystal explained, “We lay our landscape fabric by hand, we burn holes in the fabric by hand, we plant everything by hand, we weed by hand, we harvest by hand. It is all manual. There are no mechanized tools to plant, harvest, or anything.”
Farmer Crystal on her farm. Photo: Sarah Murray
This is even more impressive after learning about the number of plants Masterpiece produces. For those unfamiliar with plant terminology, a perennial plant is one that continues to grow year after year while remaining dormant throughout the winter (peonies). An annual flower is typically planted in the spring or summer months, blooms for the season, and then, unlike the perennial, dies (sunflowers). Woody plants are plants that have hard stems (ex: trees and shrubs), and are usually perennial plants. “Woody’s are more of a long-term investment, when you plant, you are not going to be cutting right away. It will probably take a good five years to get going, but they will be something that will really impact our business long term. We are at about thirty five percent perennials, and the rest is annuals. We grow lots of annuals in the summer – sunflowers, snap dragons, scabious – we have about a hundred different varieties that we grow.”
On the Eastern Shore, the blooming season is typically March through November, but Crystal explained that this has been changing throughout the years. She acknowledges that the planting seasons are changing because of changes in the climate. “I will say that the climate has changed. I can see that; I am out in it every day. We have warmer warms and colder colds.” She has taken steps to mitigate the impacts. “We have changed ways in how we farm to combat these climate challenges.
In the beginning, I was bringing rain barrels full of water in my van to water crops, and then it went from being super dry to super wet. We went from not having enough water to having too much. It was a super rainy season, so we dealt with a lot of rot in the beginning.” Crystal and her mother persevered through these challenges because they care deeply about bringing joy to their community by providing cut flowers in the most environmentally conscious ways possible. According to Crystal, everything on their farm is grown as sustainably as possible. “We use organic methods, we don’t spray – even with organic measures – unless we absolutely have to, such as if we are going to lose an entire crop. In 2019, we did not spray at all.”
As she continues to invest her time, money, and heart into Masterpiece Flower Farm, Crystal would like to encourage the community to buy flowers domestically, seasonally, and purchase with conscious consumerism. “Be aware of where your flowers are coming from and spend your money with farmers who, like me, have families and are local market garden farmers. When you buy locally, you are not supporting a giant corporation, you are supporting myself, my husband, my three-year-old, and my mother.” It is important for the community to remember that locally grown products extend far beyond fruits and vegetables. There are many farmers and small business owners throughout the Coastal Bays community that rely heavily on the support of people like you.
Photo: Sarah Murray
Masterpiece Flower Farm products can be found year round at their farm stand located on Hall Rd in Whaleyville, MD and at the Camden Avenue farmers market in Salisbury, MD. Beginning in May, they can be found at the Lewes, DE and Bethany, DE, farmers markets. For further inquiries, please contact Crystal via the Masterpiece website, www.masterpieceflowerfarm.com, or via their Facebook or Instagram.
Thank you for all the wonderful photos you shared with us this week for our first Photo Friday Contest of 2023. We love receiving photos taken during your vacation here in Ocean City Md, and we have put together a selection of your pictures sent to us this week. This week’s randomly selected winner of two FREE tickets to Jolly Roger is Nicole Massey for this fabulous picture of someone braving the temperature of the ocean because, hey, he’s in Ocean City and this is what we do! Congratulations Nicole! Keep taking pictures of Ocean City, and be on the look out for our next Photo Friday Contest starting tomorrow, Friday June 9th, and please remember to include a sentence telling us what’s going on in your picture!
Nicole Massey – 60 degrees no problemBruce WheelerMichelleDavid ConneryElizabeth PersonMissy LeggJustin Burnham ❤️Ashley ColeMissy StewardBrian DeTemple – Taken from the Barefoot Mailman Motel.Bryan RobertsSara Wilson-YbarraTerrence DeemerBrad StevensonNiki Brooks-HobbKatt HixCathy RiceMalissa MartinJudith BowlesKatt HixRosie Baer GarnandJillian StormerHelen DeStefanoCraig UrbanMary EllenJoyce Smith-MalisStaci GurneyPaul Gallo – My dear wife always enjoyed her stay in Ocean City.Ron HallockCathy Rice – Our special moment on the beach in OCAmanda Persinger – My boardwalk husband…Lindsay Fain – The bay from Ropewalk at sunsetAlandra Santos – We love cruisin’ tikis!Katie Gearhart – Was there last weekend and was walking the beach an I got this pic of a suffer watching the waves..Karla Besecker Goldbach – Beautiful Northside Park in Ocean, City, Maryland!Sherry Dickerson -Cruisn Ocean City on the boards!Leslie R. Pollard -Princess Royale ocean viewJacquelin Miller Cullison – Beautiful sunset @ Fishtails in O.C.Gloria Maynard – Sunset Park on Bayside yesterdayChristine Nicole – Enjoying a sunset with my mom last July.Greg Bailey – Lulu enjoying the beach life.
Thank you for all your submissions. Please make sure you only submit your own photos, and not those of a professional photographer. Thank you!
The soccer field and walking path on the northwest side of the park will be closed from viewing due to state and local safety precautions as the fireworks display will move off the west pier into the park to bring the experience closer than ever before.
