Thank you to everyone who took part in our Photo Friday contest this week! We received so many fantastic shots capturing the essence of Ocean City. We saw babies experiencing the beach for the first time and toddlers celebrating their first hole-in-one. There were impressive photos of a fisherman’s first tuna, and charming pictures of kids enjoying ice cream and popcorn on the Boardwalk. The new “Smile” sign on the Boardwalk was a popular spot for great photos, and of course, the ever-present seagulls made an appearance! We also loved seeing the rainbows after the frequent rain showers, boogie boarders riding the waves, and bonfires lighting up the beach. The Assateague Island ponies were featured, along with many wonderful moments of families generally having a great time spending time together in Ocean City. Here are some of this weeks photos from our Photo Friday contest, and get ready to submit your own photos in next week’s contest which starts tomorrow on our Facebook page.
This week’s randomly selected winner of 2 FREE passes to Nick’s Mini Golfis Lauren Legum Sloan for this great photo of a large family group enjoying the Ocean City beach in seriously stylish matching swimwear! Congratulations Lauren!
Lauren Legum Sloan – Making memories on 140th street 7:8:25Michael Smith – Patriotism and beach, what more could you want…Emily Pridgen – Loving the new photo op!The Sea Witch ESVATina Pulaski Schappell – Having a bad attitude at this moment but had a blast all day in OC!Tina Wagner – Heart in the sand photoSteve Arthur – A day on the boardwalkSue Carney Vickers – Found the pot of gold in OCMD..Stephanie McCullough – Watching the air show from the sandbar.Vanessa DeyarminSharon Gonzalez – View of the sunset from Saltwater 75 on July 2ndSarah Sypolt – A shocking experience.Samantha Ottone – Rainbow cloud on the boardwalkSamantha Haycock – horses on the way down to the islandSamantha Haycock – boat ride to Assateague islandRhonda SmithRon DeCesare – Bonfire on the beach, 33rd StreetSam Stanley – Shot from the Rope Walk restaurant on the bay side Ocean City Maryland been coming here since the 60’s love it hereRebecca Pan – First family vacation 7:9:25Nikki Taylor – Sand blanket for her little brotherNancy D Merc – Celebrating Mommom’s birthday on the tiki boat.Nancy Radlinski Sullivan – Sisters at the beach since the 1966! With our matching coolers since the 80s!Natasha Chris Ann – This is what a day in ocean city causesMoe Hkt – First boogie boarding attemptMichele Koziel – Just a boy and his fishing rod enjoying the serenity some late afternoon fishing can bring 💕Michele Goodman – Ducks having their weekly HOA meeting at the Montego Bay Water Reserve!!Mary Morkovsky- Wheeler – My granddaughter watching the Blue Angels 2025 on 17th streetMelissa Fedor Hausmann – Where are the crabs to chase?Melody EicholtzMeredith Winebrunner – Sunset from RopewalkMary E RoesnerMarsha Boback – The classic Ocean City scope pose with the littles.Mandy Spanakos – Sunset, fishing on the bay, Monday 7:7:25
Lynne Portlock – Now when the wave comes, JUMP
Lenny Martin – Hey ladies! I’ve been hitting the gym all winter for this summer beach bodLeslie R. Pollard – View of the beach from under the pierLisa NewcomerLiz Dunn – Queen of the boardwalkLeah Kay McConkey – Hersheys babyLe Harmon HandKubala Alexander – 3 years old 2nd round of mini golf, first ever hole in one all by himself!Krystal Andricks – Right before the storms rolled in Tuesday nightKaren Weber – Playing in the beach in the rain waiting for the air show!Kate Diven – Assateague island, visiting the horses. Such a beautiful view with lots of them to seeKatie Dawson – Clear skiesKelly Robinson – First tuna of 16 total on the Ro Sham Bo Noah age 8Kristin Kelly Hermani – Fourth of July on 84th streetJudith BowlesJudie Senkow-Richards – Dune crossing on 54th at sunriseJordan Michaela – Traditional game and ride night at Trimper Rides of Ocean City spans across generations. Traditions and fun for years to comeJimmy Greene – We caught this Beautiful site on Assateague Adventures
Jennifer Millett – Enjoying a day at the boardwalk and shopping!!
Jamie Pritchard – Love our OC!Janelle Werner – Windy day at the beach!Jenna Luciani – “Oh sh*t.” 🤣Jenna Toth – From this past week 7-5! Beautiful picture at 10pm!Heather Morgan – Hulk loves the beachHeather Hoover – Fireworks at Northside ParkHeather Freeman – Look twice save a lifeErc C WhiteDanielle Renner – Emmy’s first beach trip!
Darlene Workman
Deb Maggio – Watching the waves rolling in on 115th street!Dan Stotler – Sunset over the bay. View from Montego Bay complex.Christy Sneathen – Pier before crossing over bridge to AssateagueChristy Sneathen – Laney, the bird whisperer Ocean City BeachChristy Sneathen – Frontier town pierChristina KaneChasity Hollenbach – Some of the crew that went this year…. we had 11 and a half… lol… 1:2 cuz my niece is pregnant….Chasity Hollenbach – My granddaughter on her mommy’s board… 7:9:25Chasity Hollenbach – My dad, daughter n granddaughter Ocean City Maryland this past weekCarin Elizabeth – Dumser’s Chocolate soft serve never disappoints!
Brittany Buchholz – Boardwalk & Thrashers fries
Brandy Sonoski – We found Santa on 141st street.Ashley PattenAshley Patten – Sisterly loveAshley Pasquith – My son Owen in his happy 😀 placeAshley Lynn – Sunset from behind the Art Center by bay on 94th St.Ashley Landes – The happiest memories are made at the seashore 💙 OCMD always has my heart!!Anna Phillips – Relaxing on the beach! 40th StAnna Phillips – Relaxing on the beach! 40th StAngie WaltemyerAnge Maree – Boardwalk funAmy McFarland – Sunrise is always better at the beachAmanda HaufAlexis Rose Marx – Evangeline’s first time in the sandAmanda Faith Houk – Good night bay from Pointe on the Bay condos
Anne, a native of Edinburgh, Scotland, discovered Ocean City over three decades ago and was so captivated by its charm that she decided to make it her permanent home. Her love for travel remains strong, but Ocean City holds a special place in her heart.
Anne's deep connection to the town is evident in her role as a seasoned writer for OceanCity.com, a position she's held since September 2014. Her frequent visits to local events, businesses, restaurants, and hotels have given her an insider's perspective, making her an invaluable resource for newcomers seeking the best experiences Ocean City has to offer.
