Ocean Pines Association
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Ocean Pines is a residential community nestled on Maryland’s Eastern Shore in northern Worcester County, featuring more than nine miles of waterfront property on 3,000 acres of wooded areas.
Highlights:
• Board vows to fight proposed county rate increases
• Bertino addresses Board, homeowners on wastewater issue
• Highlights from March 29 OPA Board meeting
• Options for spring yard waste disposal
• Farmers Market moves to in-season hours
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/42praXp
• Board vows to fight proposed county rate increases
• Bertino addresses Board, homeowners on wastewater issue
• Highlights from March 29 OPA Board meeting
• Options for spring yard waste disposal
• Farmers Market moves to in-season hours
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/42praXp
This Week in The Pines: March 31
Email from Ocean Pines Association Events and Happenings in Ocean Pines March 31, 2025 Community Partner Spotlight Latest News Bertino warns Ocean Pines homeowners of potentially unfair water/wa
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March 31, 2025 at 6:36 PM
Highlights:
• Board vows to fight proposed county rate increases
• Bertino addresses Board, homeowners on wastewater issue
• Highlights from March 29 OPA Board meeting
• Options for spring yard waste disposal
• Farmers Market moves to in-season hours
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/42praXp
• Board vows to fight proposed county rate increases
• Bertino addresses Board, homeowners on wastewater issue
• Highlights from March 29 OPA Board meeting
• Options for spring yard waste disposal
• Farmers Market moves to in-season hours
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/42praXp
Highlights:
• Board, Commissioners talk water/wastewater issues
• OPA restaurants closed during Touch of Italy transition
• Fundraiser announced to honor local WWII hero
• Mary Mac seeks funds for summer programs
• Spring Flea Market coming up, vendor space available
Read more: conta.cc/4j11pT1
• Board, Commissioners talk water/wastewater issues
• OPA restaurants closed during Touch of Italy transition
• Fundraiser announced to honor local WWII hero
• Mary Mac seeks funds for summer programs
• Spring Flea Market coming up, vendor space available
Read more: conta.cc/4j11pT1
This Week in The Pines: March 24
Email from Ocean Pines Association Events and Happenings in Ocean Pines March 24, 2025 Community Partner Spotlight Latest News Board talks water/wastewater issues with Commissioners Bertino: "Th
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March 24, 2025 at 5:24 PM
Highlights:
• Board, Commissioners talk water/wastewater issues
• OPA restaurants closed during Touch of Italy transition
• Fundraiser announced to honor local WWII hero
• Mary Mac seeks funds for summer programs
• Spring Flea Market coming up, vendor space available
Read more: conta.cc/4j11pT1
• Board, Commissioners talk water/wastewater issues
• OPA restaurants closed during Touch of Italy transition
• Fundraiser announced to honor local WWII hero
• Mary Mac seeks funds for summer programs
• Spring Flea Market coming up, vendor space available
Read more: conta.cc/4j11pT1
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Spring/summer Activity Guide online
• Touch of Italy to host job fair
• Matt Ruggiere joins The PinesCast
• County warns of increased fire damage
• New amenity programs announced
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hgTsHZ
• Spring/summer Activity Guide online
• Touch of Italy to host job fair
• Matt Ruggiere joins The PinesCast
• County warns of increased fire damage
• New amenity programs announced
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hgTsHZ
This Week in The Pines: March 17
Email from Ocean Pines Association Events and Happenings in Ocean Pines March 17, 2025 Community Partner Spotlight Latest News Spring/summer 2025 Activity Guide goes online Programs, events, ins
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March 17, 2025 at 7:42 PM
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Spring/summer Activity Guide online
• Touch of Italy to host job fair
• Matt Ruggiere joins The PinesCast
• County warns of increased fire damage
• New amenity programs announced
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hgTsHZ
• Spring/summer Activity Guide online
• Touch of Italy to host job fair
• Matt Ruggiere joins The PinesCast
• County warns of increased fire damage
• New amenity programs announced
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hgTsHZ
Bid a fond farewell to Matt Ortt Co. and enjoy 50% everything THIS SATURDAY at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club. 🥂🍻
March 12, 2025 at 12:28 PM
Bid a fond farewell to Matt Ortt Co. and enjoy 50% everything THIS SATURDAY at the Ocean Pines Yacht Club. 🥂🍻
Highlights from this week's edition:
Tidal Health to sponsor major OPA events, PinesCast
Touch of Italy official starting date announced
Roadwork to impact area travel
Local singer auditions for 'American Idol'
New Recreation programs
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hlB94k
Tidal Health to sponsor major OPA events, PinesCast
Touch of Italy official starting date announced
Roadwork to impact area travel
Local singer auditions for 'American Idol'
New Recreation programs
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hlB94k
This Week in The Pines: March 10
Email from Ocean Pines Association Events and Happenings in Ocean Pines March 10, 2025 Community Partner Spotlight Latest News TidalHealth named signature sponsor for Ocean Pines, expanding comm
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March 10, 2025 at 7:34 PM
Highlights from this week's edition:
Tidal Health to sponsor major OPA events, PinesCast
Touch of Italy official starting date announced
Roadwork to impact area travel
Local singer auditions for 'American Idol'
New Recreation programs
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hlB94k
Tidal Health to sponsor major OPA events, PinesCast
Touch of Italy official starting date announced
Roadwork to impact area travel
Local singer auditions for 'American Idol'
New Recreation programs
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/4hlB94k
WYFCS is collecting donations for a new food pantry serving southern Worcester County. Donation boxes are available at all Worcester County Library locations through April 1. Needed items include canned goods, protein bars, toiletries, and baby supplies. Please give if you can—demand is high!
March 10, 2025 at 11:58 AM
WYFCS is collecting donations for a new food pantry serving southern Worcester County. Donation boxes are available at all Worcester County Library locations through April 1. Needed items include canned goods, protein bars, toiletries, and baby supplies. Please give if you can—demand is high!
Breaking: Ocean Pines General Manager John Viola is pleased to announce, effective March 17, 2025, Touch of Italy will be taking over management of the food and beverage facilities in Ocean Pines.
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
March 7, 2025 at 8:59 PM
Breaking: Ocean Pines General Manager John Viola is pleased to announce, effective March 17, 2025, Touch of Italy will be taking over management of the food and beverage facilities in Ocean Pines.
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Experience Golf … The Way It Was Meant to Be Played
Step onto a course where strategy, precision, and finesse still matter. Designed by legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr., OPGC offers a classic experience on a beautifully maintained 18-hole championship course.
📞 410-641-6057 | 🌐 OceanPinesGolf.org
Step onto a course where strategy, precision, and finesse still matter. Designed by legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr., OPGC offers a classic experience on a beautifully maintained 18-hole championship course.
📞 410-641-6057 | 🌐 OceanPinesGolf.org
March 7, 2025 at 4:54 PM
Experience Golf … The Way It Was Meant to Be Played
Step onto a course where strategy, precision, and finesse still matter. Designed by legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr., OPGC offers a classic experience on a beautifully maintained 18-hole championship course.
📞 410-641-6057 | 🌐 OceanPinesGolf.org
Step onto a course where strategy, precision, and finesse still matter. Designed by legendary Robert Trent Jones Sr., OPGC offers a classic experience on a beautifully maintained 18-hole championship course.
📞 410-641-6057 | 🌐 OceanPinesGolf.org
⛳️🏈 Support local students at the Ravens Roost #44 Scholarship Golf Tournament! Join us on May 30 at Ocean Pines Golf Club for a day of golf, prizes & fun. Sponsorships & player spots available!
Learn more: www.ocravensroost44.com #GolfForACause #OceanPines
Learn more: www.ocravensroost44.com #GolfForACause #OceanPines
March 5, 2025 at 12:58 PM
⛳️🏈 Support local students at the Ravens Roost #44 Scholarship Golf Tournament! Join us on May 30 at Ocean Pines Golf Club for a day of golf, prizes & fun. Sponsorships & player spots available!
Learn more: www.ocravensroost44.com #GolfForACause #OceanPines
Learn more: www.ocravensroost44.com #GolfForACause #OceanPines
🎤 From the Market Stage to American Idol! Local singer-songwriter Cal Toner, known as Callum, got her start at the Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market—now, she’s heading to the national stage. 🎶 Watch her journey starting March 9!
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #AmericanIdol #OPA
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #AmericanIdol #OPA
March 4, 2025 at 1:42 PM
🎤 From the Market Stage to American Idol! Local singer-songwriter Cal Toner, known as Callum, got her start at the Ocean Pines Farmers & Artisans Market—now, she’s heading to the national stage. 🎶 Watch her journey starting March 9!
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #AmericanIdol #OPA
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #AmericanIdol #OPA
This Week in the Pines:
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Volunteers help revive "History of Ocean Pines" book
• Garden Club visits the PinesCast
• Players, sponsors needed for RavensRoost golf tournament
• Healy named Crafter of the Month
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/41F9JC4
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Volunteers help revive "History of Ocean Pines" book
• Garden Club visits the PinesCast
• Players, sponsors needed for RavensRoost golf tournament
• Healy named Crafter of the Month
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/41F9JC4
This Week in The Pines: March 3
Email from Ocean Pines Association Events and Happenings in Ocean Pines March 3, 2025 Community Partner Spotlight Latest News Preserving the past: Volunteers lead effort to keep local history al
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March 3, 2025 at 7:26 PM
This Week in the Pines:
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Volunteers help revive "History of Ocean Pines" book
• Garden Club visits the PinesCast
• Players, sponsors needed for RavensRoost golf tournament
• Healy named Crafter of the Month
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/41F9JC4
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Volunteers help revive "History of Ocean Pines" book
• Garden Club visits the PinesCast
• Players, sponsors needed for RavensRoost golf tournament
• Healy named Crafter of the Month
And much more!
Read more: conta.cc/41F9JC4
Ocean Pines is preserving its history! Led by Marlene Ott, a dedicated group reprinted the History of Ocean Pines, Maryland book, with proceeds funding future projects. Copies ($20) are available at the OPA Admin Building.
Learn more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #OceanPines
Learn more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #OceanPines
March 3, 2025 at 2:06 PM
Ocean Pines is preserving its history! Led by Marlene Ott, a dedicated group reprinted the History of Ocean Pines, Maryland book, with proceeds funding future projects. Copies ($20) are available at the OPA Admin Building.
Learn more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #OceanPines
Learn more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #OceanPines
🌿 New #PinesCast Episode! 🌿
Dive into the world of the OP Garden Club with special guests Ann Shockley & Nancy Mulligan! From pollinator gardens to the annual Arbor Day ceremony, learn how they’re cultivating beauty & community.
🎧 Listen now: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/pinescast #OceanPines
Dive into the world of the OP Garden Club with special guests Ann Shockley & Nancy Mulligan! From pollinator gardens to the annual Arbor Day ceremony, learn how they’re cultivating beauty & community.
🎧 Listen now: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/pinescast #OceanPines
March 3, 2025 at 1:45 PM
🌿 New #PinesCast Episode! 🌿
Dive into the world of the OP Garden Club with special guests Ann Shockley & Nancy Mulligan! From pollinator gardens to the annual Arbor Day ceremony, learn how they’re cultivating beauty & community.
🎧 Listen now: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/pinescast #OceanPines
Dive into the world of the OP Garden Club with special guests Ann Shockley & Nancy Mulligan! From pollinator gardens to the annual Arbor Day ceremony, learn how they’re cultivating beauty & community.
🎧 Listen now: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/pinescast #OceanPines
🚨 OPA Apparel Alert! 🚨
Shop exclusive T-shirts, hoodies, wall art, mugs, and more—perfect for residents, visitors, and fans of our beautiful community.
🛍️ Browse the collection & grab your favorites today!
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#OceanPines #NewThreads #OPAStyle #ShopLocal
Shop exclusive T-shirts, hoodies, wall art, mugs, and more—perfect for residents, visitors, and fans of our beautiful community.
🛍️ Browse the collection & grab your favorites today!
🔗 ocean-pines-association.printify.me
#OceanPines #NewThreads #OPAStyle #ShopLocal
February 27, 2025 at 7:21 PM
🚨 OPA Apparel Alert! 🚨
Shop exclusive T-shirts, hoodies, wall art, mugs, and more—perfect for residents, visitors, and fans of our beautiful community.
🛍️ Browse the collection & grab your favorites today!
🔗 ocean-pines-association.printify.me
#OceanPines #NewThreads #OPAStyle #ShopLocal
Shop exclusive T-shirts, hoodies, wall art, mugs, and more—perfect for residents, visitors, and fans of our beautiful community.
🛍️ Browse the collection & grab your favorites today!
🔗 ocean-pines-association.printify.me
#OceanPines #NewThreads #OPAStyle #ShopLocal
🚒 New progress on the new South Fire Station! OPA & OPVFD are advancing plans toward a summer referendum vote. The 15,370-sq-ft facility is backed by $1.7M in grants & bonds, with construction eyed for Oct. 2025. Full details: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #OceanPines #FireSafety
February 26, 2025 at 12:59 PM
🚒 New progress on the new South Fire Station! OPA & OPVFD are advancing plans toward a summer referendum vote. The 15,370-sq-ft facility is backed by $1.7M in grants & bonds, with construction eyed for Oct. 2025. Full details: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne... #OceanPines #FireSafety
🌸 Seats still available! 🌸
Hop on the Ocean Pines bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show on March 1! 🌿✨ Enjoy stunning floral displays, shopping, live music & more.
🚌 Departs Ocean Pines at 8:30 AM
💲 $80 (includes transport & ticket)
📞 Call 410-641-7052 to reserve!
#PhiladelphiaFlowerShow
Hop on the Ocean Pines bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show on March 1! 🌿✨ Enjoy stunning floral displays, shopping, live music & more.
🚌 Departs Ocean Pines at 8:30 AM
💲 $80 (includes transport & ticket)
📞 Call 410-641-7052 to reserve!
#PhiladelphiaFlowerShow
February 25, 2025 at 7:10 PM
🌸 Seats still available! 🌸
Hop on the Ocean Pines bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show on March 1! 🌿✨ Enjoy stunning floral displays, shopping, live music & more.
🚌 Departs Ocean Pines at 8:30 AM
💲 $80 (includes transport & ticket)
📞 Call 410-641-7052 to reserve!
#PhiladelphiaFlowerShow
Hop on the Ocean Pines bus trip to the Philadelphia Flower Show on March 1! 🌿✨ Enjoy stunning floral displays, shopping, live music & more.
🚌 Departs Ocean Pines at 8:30 AM
💲 $80 (includes transport & ticket)
📞 Call 410-641-7052 to reserve!
#PhiladelphiaFlowerShow
The OPA Board approved the FY 25-26 budget on Saturday. The plan includes $12.8M in operating revenues/expenses and sets the basic assessment at $875.
Board members praised the GM and his team for their hard work and transparency throughout the process.
More: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Board members praised the GM and his team for their hard work and transparency throughout the process.
More: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
February 25, 2025 at 12:41 PM
The OPA Board approved the FY 25-26 budget on Saturday. The plan includes $12.8M in operating revenues/expenses and sets the basic assessment at $875.
Board members praised the GM and his team for their hard work and transparency throughout the process.
More: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Board members praised the GM and his team for their hard work and transparency throughout the process.
More: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
The OPA Board approved the FY 25-26 budget, setting the annual assessment at $875. Stay informed on key projects like the South Fire Station plans & Junior Golf League’s return. Plus, nominate a local hero for our ‘Good Neighbor’ program! 🔗 conta.cc/3QxSsEk #OceanPines #Community
This Week in The Pines: Feb. 24
Email from Ocean Pines Association Events and Happenings in Ocean Pines Feb. 24, 2025 Community Partner Spotlight Latest News Board approves FY 25-26 budget A unanimous vote on Saturday approved t
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February 24, 2025 at 8:17 PM
The OPA Board approved the FY 25-26 budget, setting the annual assessment at $875. Stay informed on key projects like the South Fire Station plans & Junior Golf League’s return. Plus, nominate a local hero for our ‘Good Neighbor’ program! 🔗 conta.cc/3QxSsEk #OceanPines #Community
🚨 Winter Storm Alert 🚨 The @NWS predicts 3-8” of snow for Ocean Pines starting Wed. afternoon. To help plows clear roads quickly & safely, residents should avoid street parking and use driveways instead. ❄️🚗 Thanks for helping keep OP safe! #SnowSafety
February 18, 2025 at 5:10 PM
🚨 Winter Storm Alert 🚨 The @NWS predicts 3-8” of snow for Ocean Pines starting Wed. afternoon. To help plows clear roads quickly & safely, residents should avoid street parking and use driveways instead. ❄️🚗 Thanks for helping keep OP safe! #SnowSafety
When the first snowflakes fall in, most residents cozy up indoors, watching the world turn white from the comfort of their homes. But for the Ocean Pines Public Works team, snowfall marks the start of long, grueling shifts battling the elements.
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
February 14, 2025 at 7:24 PM
When the first snowflakes fall in, most residents cozy up indoors, watching the world turn white from the comfort of their homes. But for the Ocean Pines Public Works team, snowfall marks the start of long, grueling shifts battling the elements.
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
The latest episode of the Ocean Pines Association’s exclusive podcast, #PinesCast, features an interview with Karen Adcock, treasurer of the Pine Tones community chorus and a longtime Ocean Pines resident.
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
#podcast #localpodcast #oceanpines
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
#podcast #localpodcast #oceanpines
February 14, 2025 at 2:28 PM
The latest episode of the Ocean Pines Association’s exclusive podcast, #PinesCast, features an interview with Karen Adcock, treasurer of the Pine Tones community chorus and a longtime Ocean Pines resident.
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
#podcast #localpodcast #oceanpines
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
#podcast #localpodcast #oceanpines
Ocean Pines Season Kickoff returns May 17
Event to showcase amenities, local clubs, and businesses
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Event to showcase amenities, local clubs, and businesses
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
February 13, 2025 at 9:57 PM
Ocean Pines Season Kickoff returns May 17
Event to showcase amenities, local clubs, and businesses
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Event to showcase amenities, local clubs, and businesses
Read more: www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/ne...
Visit ocean-pines-association.printify.me check out our latest exclusive online merch, including shirts, hoodies, art prints and more!
February 12, 2025 at 8:08 PM
Visit ocean-pines-association.printify.me check out our latest exclusive online merch, including shirts, hoodies, art prints and more!
We're hiring! 💪 Visit www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/wo... for details and an online application.
February 12, 2025 at 7:13 PM
We're hiring! 💪 Visit www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/wo... for details and an online application.
This Week in the Pines: Feb. 10
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Budget Town Hall recap
• An emergency shellfish harvesting closure issued
• Ocean Pines residents exempted from state "flush fee"
• Valentine's Day specials
• The Clubhouse Grille reopens
Read more: conta.cc/3CXfh0W
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Budget Town Hall recap
• An emergency shellfish harvesting closure issued
• Ocean Pines residents exempted from state "flush fee"
• Valentine's Day specials
• The Clubhouse Grille reopens
Read more: conta.cc/3CXfh0W
February 10, 2025 at 7:07 PM
This Week in the Pines: Feb. 10
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Budget Town Hall recap
• An emergency shellfish harvesting closure issued
• Ocean Pines residents exempted from state "flush fee"
• Valentine's Day specials
• The Clubhouse Grille reopens
Read more: conta.cc/3CXfh0W
Highlights from this week's edition:
• Budget Town Hall recap
• An emergency shellfish harvesting closure issued
• Ocean Pines residents exempted from state "flush fee"
• Valentine's Day specials
• The Clubhouse Grille reopens
Read more: conta.cc/3CXfh0W