(Nov. 27, 2014) The Ocean Pines Association will host its fourth annual “A Hometown Christmas” tree lighting ceremony in White Horse Park on Saturday, Nov. 29 at 6:30 p.m.
“The community comes together with different social groups, families and businesses to light trees under the pavilion,” said Katie Goetzinger, coordinator of “A Hometown Christmas.”
This year, 44 trees will be decorated and lit, surpassing last year’s 28 trees, Goetzinger said. Approximately 500 people attended the event last year, and with more trees in 2014, the Ocean Pines Association is anticipating an even larger crowd.
Some of the businesses sponsoring trees this year include Crazy 8’s in Ocean City, Bank of Ocean City, Mama Della’s in Ocean Pines and Yummy Sweet Shop in Ocean Pines.
Organizations sponsoring trees and light displays include Coastal Hospice, the Ocean Pines Fire Department with a tractor light display and the The Worcester County Veteran’s Memorial with an American Flag display.  
Ocean Pines residents and guests are invited to enjoy a warm cup of apple cider or hot chocolate by a bonfire to kick start the holiday season. There will also be a smores bar for participants.
“Santa Claus will be arriving on a fire truck,” Goetzinger said.
The Most Blessed Sacrament School choir and the Delmarva chorus will be performing during the event.  
For more information, contact Goetzinger at 410-641-7052 or e-mail KGoetzinger@OceanPines.org.