There are times when something just strikes my fancy and today marked one of those spells. Walking through the kitchen after straightening out the walk-in, I remembered my days in Baltimore. I cooked in some good restaurants and one such place was the Polo Grill by Johns Hopkins University. The chef was very talented and… Read more »
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Fire displaces OP family; funds to help them needed
OCEAN PINES–Fundraisers were quickly established after an Ocean Pines family lost their residence in a fire last Friday. Two of the fundraisers were created Saturday online at www.gofundme. com for Jesse and Hailey Scott, who were renting the house at 9 Frigate Run, where they lived with their four children, Aaden, Marley, Kenady and Harrison,… Read more »
Kite Festival takes off, continuing through Sunday
(Sept. 19, 2014) The Sunfest Kite Festival, hosted by the Kite Loft, kicked off Thursday and will continue through Sunday on the Boardwalk and beach at Sixth Street. The festival draws thousands of visitors to the Ocean City Boardwalk and beach, according to Jay Knerr, owner of the Kite Loft. “What really attracts people is… Read more »
Sand Castle Home Tour to visit 11 special residences
OCEAN CITY–Want an insider’s look at some of the area’s coolest houses? Like to decorate or looking for new ideas for your own home? Want to spend a fun day and kick off Sunfest weekend while supporting the local arts community? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, the Art League of Ocean… Read more »
Walk for Crohn’s, Colitis set for Sept. 20 at Northside Park
OCEAN CITY–The Take Steps Walk For Crohn’s and Colitis will take place Saturday, Sept. 20 at Northside Park on 125th Street. The walk is scheduled to start at 5 p.m. The Take Steps Walk raises awareness and funds for Crohn’s Disease and Colitis research. It is a family-friendly festival that brings patients, health professionals and… Read more »
Coastal Assoc. of Realtors urges poster participation
MARYLAND–The Coastal Association of REALTORS is encouraging local teachers to participate in the annual Fair Housing Poster Contest, which sends the winning student to Annapolis for a meeting with the governor or other state official. Sponsored by the Maryland Association of REALTORS (MAR), the contest is a means for REALTORS across the state to help… Read more »
Fiddler’s Convention opens Friday in downtown Berlin
BERLIN– The 2014 Fiddler’s Convention brings three days of free, live bluegrass Sept. 19-21. Local bluegrass mainstay Nate Clendenen is organizing this year’s event in downtown Berlin, featuring performances by Frank Solivan and the Dirty Kitchen, and the Wood Pickers. “I’ve had a blast competing and playing the Berlin Fiddlers Convention in the past and… Read more »
OP needs vendors for fall flea market
OCEAN PINES–Vendors are needed for the Ocean Pines annual Fall Indoor/Outdoor Flea Market, to be held, Saturday, Sept. 27, from 8 a.m. to noon, to sell items including gently used clothing, household items and collectibles. Indoor spaces will be inside the Community Center gymnasium and include an 8-foot table and a chair. Outdoor spaces will… Read more »
WYFCS, an advocate for abused, neglected children
BERLIN– Worcester Youth and Family Counseling Services, Inc. has been a staple of the community for nearly 40 years, providing mental and social health care to people of all ages. Last year WYFCS served more than 1,100 people in Worcester County with specialized programs including Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA), Strengthening Adolescent Girls with Education… Read more »
Commissioner Judy Boggs to host final town meeting
OCEAN PINES–County Commissioner Judy Boggs has announced that the date of her 36th and final Town Meeting prior to her retirement will be held on Saturday, Oct. 4, at 10 a.m. at the Ocean Pines Library. As in all her prior Town Meetings, Commissioner Boggs will discuss current county issues that impact on Ocean Pines… Read more »