Berlin business after hours nets $1,240; up next are DIY and yoga fundraisers By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (March 29, 2018) Habitat for Humanity of Worcester County Inc. raised more than $1,200 last Thursday at a Berlin Chamber of Commerce business after hours at the Maryland Wine Bar at Sisters. The event included guest bartenders… Read more »
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Nonprofit aid for Lower Shore women, girls
Community Foundation has designated up to $25,000; applications due March 30 (March 29, 2018) Up to $25,000 in grant funding is available to aid nonprofit programs designated for Lower Shore women and girls. The funding is made possible by the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore’s Women’s Fund, and applications are due by Friday, March… Read more »
Veteran dedication at Ocean Pines Memorial
Ocean City based group to honor those who fought in Vietnam War on March 30 (March 29, 2018) Vietnam Veterans Chapter #1091, Ocean City, is dedicating a memorial bench to the eight Worcester County veterans that gave their all during the Vietnam War. The dedication is scheduled for March 30 at 11 a.m. at the… Read more »
Historical Society dinner in Pocomoke City
Annual spring event coming to community ctr. April 13; Tickets cost $22 per person (March 29, 2018) The Worcester County Historical Society will hold its annual spring dinner meeting at the Pocomoke Community Center on Market Street, Friday, April 13. Dinner guests will learn about Worcester County’s past while enjoying a meal of chicken and… Read more »
Easter events in Worcester County
Residents will have plenty to do in Berlin, Pocomoke, Ocean City, Ocean Pines By Kara Hallissey, Staff Writer (March 29, 2018) Families can enjoy an abundance of Easter activities all weekend long in Ocean City, Ocean Pines, Berlin and Pocomoke. Here are many of the events taking place: OCEAN PINES: The Ocean Pines Recreation and… Read more »
Kicking off youth soccer season
Outdoor play at John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill for ages 3 through 8th grade (March 29, 2018) Worcester County Recreation and Parks youth outdoor soccer season kicks off this spring at John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill. Children will practice basic soccer skills and be able to compete against teams from other… Read more »
Ravens Roost raffle for scholarship
(March 29, 2018) Ocean City Ravens Roost #44, in conjunction with its 21st annual Scholarship Golf Tournament, is sponsoring a raffle for the annual Scholarship Fund. Each year, the Roost gives scholarships to three local high schools: Indian River, Stephen Decatur and Worcester Prep. In 2017, the group awarded $14,200 and will present the same… Read more »
Call for entries: juried exhibit at Berlin art gallery
Open to all artists over 18; reception set for April 13 (March 29, 2018) The Worcester County Arts Council invites artists to participate in a juried art competition and exhibit to be presented during April at the WCAC Gallery on 6 Jefferson Street in Berlin. The exhibition is open to all artists (18 years old… Read more »
Annual Easter Egg hunt, Saturday
By Josh Davis, Associate Editor (March 22, 2018) The annual Snow Hill Easter Egg Hunt will return on Saturday, with 3,000 candy-filled eggs in play and separate hunting areas planned for three different age groups. The free event, sponsored by The Town of Snow Hill, Burbage Funeral Home and the Ocean City/Berlin Optimist Club, will start… Read more »
Dive-in Easter Egg hunt at Pines pool Friday, March 23
(March 22, 2018) Dozens of young divers and snorkelers, age 11 and under, are expected to wade into the indoor heated pool in Ocean Pines on Friday, March 23 in search of prizes during the community’s annual Easter Egg-stravaganza Dive and Pool Party. “Who knew the Easter Bunny likes to swim? Well, he does,” said… Read more »