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STAY CONNECTED. STAY INFORMED. We remain committed to providing you with information about programs, services, current news & events year-round. In addition to this publication, the town continually updates residents & visitors through eNews & social media sites. Sign up for eNews at oceancitymd.gov/enews or find us on social media. OC:Table Come Here, Playof Here, Contents Stay Here!...... 2 Bike Path Grant Funds Approved...... 2 Canadian Snowbirds Jet Team Visits OCMD....2 Green, Unseen Wind Farms Boardwalk Security Study Approved...... 2 Town Improves Rental Property Process.....2 ­­ ­­ With­the­possibility­of­an­offshore­wind­farm­obstructing­Ocean­City’s Ocean­City.­It­is­simply­irresponsible.” Gorman Park Adds Pickleball & Racquetball.3 natural­Atlantic­view,­resort­officials­are­working­steadily­to­make­sureOC Supports ­­­ The­Town­of­Ocean­City­is­asking­that­these­projects­be­moved­further IMPorTANT! Election Day Info...... 3, 13, 15, 17 OC Life-Saving Station Museum Exhibit…...3 the­quest­for­alternate­energy­does­not­impact­the­horizon­that­residents offshore­in­order­to­keep­the­pristine­ocean­view­that­our­residents­and Convention Center Expansion to Begin Soon.3 and­property­owners­treasure.­Currently,­two­companies­are­processing visitors­know­and­love.­There­is­no­question­that­this­is­feasible,­as­wind NeW! Parking In OC Just Got Easier…...... 3 permits­to­install­wind­turbines­in­the­ocean­directly­off­the­Ocean­City farms­proposed­in­Virginia­Beach­and­the­Outer­Banks­are­all­located Kayak, SUP & Paddle Boat Rentals...... 5 coastline.­ The­ proposal­ includes­ more more­ than­ 25­ miles­ off­ the­ coast.­ The Offshore Wind Turbine Height Comparison Tennis Center Open May 15-Oct 1...... ….5 than­100­turbines,­which­stand­more­than 800 companies­ developing­ the­ Ocean­ City Tennis Center Improvements...... ….5 600­feet­tall,­located­as­close­as­13­miles 700 project­are­opposing­the­town’s­efforts­to Comm. Hurricane Preparedness Meeting....5 from­the­Ocean­City­shoreline.­Photo- 600 move­ the­ wind­ farms­ because­ it­ will UPDATeD! Paid Parking Rates...... ….6 graphic­ renderings­ show­ that­ these 500 increase­ their­ costs­ and­ could­ delay Passport Applications…...... …...... ….11 structures­will­be­clearly­visible­from­the 400 construction. OC University……...... ….....……13 beach­and­more­visible­from­higher­story 300 “We­understand­the­time­and­money ‘The Avenue of Trees’ Sponsorship...…...... 14 200 ‘Reflections of Life’ Tree……...... …..16 buildings. that­is­potentially­involved­in­moving­the ­­­ The­ Ocean­ City­ Mayor­ and­ City 100 wind­farms,­but­those­concerns­do­not Art League of OC / Center for the Arts...... 16 0 Statue Washington 2018 8.4mw Century 1 OC Dog Playground...... ….....……17 Council­ have­ openly­ supported­ clean 2005-2010 2010 3mw 2018 8mw Skip Jack justify­ placing­ Ocean­ City’s­ future­ at 2mw of Liberty Monument US Wind Condo Transportation Schedule...... ….18 energy,­ including­ offshore­ wind. risk,”­Meehan­continued.­“These­turbines Vintage OC License Plates…...…...... ….19 However,­they­have­also­expressed­serious­concern­for­these­projects­to are­permanent­installations.­We­only­have­one­chance­to­make­this­right Town of OC License Requirements...... …20 be­done­in­a­responsible­manner.­“With­the­construction­of­windmills and­if­that­means­the­projects­get­delayed­or­the­developers­make­a­little Annual Canal Dredging Continues…...…..20 off­Ocean­City’s­coast­– each­structure­more­than­twice­the­height­of­the less­profit,­it­will­be­money­and­time­well­spent­to­protect­our­Town.”­ Adopt-Your-Beach-Program...... …21 tallest­building­in­Ocean­City­and­blades­the­length­of­a­football­field­– ­­­ If­you­share­our­concerns­regarding­the­impact­of­these­projects,­please Click2Gov Online Bill Pay...... …...... …21 there­is­no­question­they­will­be­visible­from­our­shoreline­especially contact­your­State­and­Federal­elected­officials­and­let­them­know­that OC Performing Arts Center...... …....…20, 22 FEMA Approves 2nd Letter of Map Revision.22 when­they­are­lit­up­at­night,”­stated­Mayor­Rick­Meehan.­“It­is­a­threat you­oppose­the­construction­of­offshore­wind­farms­that­are­visible­from Eagle’s Landing Golf Course...... …22 to­our­environment,­our­property­values,­our­economy,­and­the­future­of Ocean­City.­ OC Flags…...…...... …23 Park Mobile App……...... …………...... …23 Emergency Radio Station, WPSB 99.5...... 23 WHere’S THe BUS? DIScover Flood Hazard Protection...... ….....…24 OC­is­celebrating­the­introduction­of­the­highly­anticipated­bus­locator­application. A WorLD oF OC Fire Department…...... …25 The­enhanced­service­allows­bus­patrons­to­view­real-time­location­of­buses­with­the OC P.R.E.S.S. Committee Seminar...... 26 TransLoc­Rider­app.­Available­for­both­iOS­and­Android,­users­of­the­app­can­watch cULTUre & ArT OCPD Ordinance Reminders...... 26 OC­buses­moving­in­real­time,­as­well­as­get­an­accurate­arrival­prediction­of­busses Town of OC Job Openings……...... ….....…27 to­their­exact­location­via­the­app’s­text­messaging­feature.­Further,­the­TransLoc­Rider IN o.c. OC City Council…...... 28 SEE PAGE 16 Mayor's Letter……...... ….…28 app­allows­users­to­set­favorite­routes­and­get­personal­alerts­and­it­ultimately­makes OC Numbers…..…...... …….….28 transit­more­accessible­and­convenient.­For more info, visit: oceancitymd.gov 2 OC: Come Here, Play Here, Stay Here! Boardwalk Secu rity With­a­beautiful­beach,­breathtaking­bays­and­a­historic of­life­for­property­owners­in­a­vibrant­tourist­resort.­What Project Approved Boardwalk,­it’s­no­secret­that­Ocean­City­is­an­incredible does­that­mean­for­residents,­you­might­wonder?­With­an place­to­visit.­What­many­may­not­realize,­is­that­OC’s average­tax­bill­of­$1078­(equaling­approximately­$90­a OC­hosts­more­than­8­million­visitors­each­year.­With resort­community­is­also­an­unbelievable­place­to­live! month),­OC­residents­get­a­tremendous­value­for­services the­vast­majority­of­those­visitors­and­residents­frequent- ing­the­Boardwalk,­there­is­no­time­to­waste­when­it­comes Named­ one­ of­ the­ best­ places­ to­ retire­ by­ Where to that­are­designed­to­fit­the­needs­of­a­first-class­vacation to­ safety­ measures­ on­ the­ town’s­ top­ attraction.­ After Retire Magazine,­OC­is­both­a­fantastic­place­to­retire­and destination.­The­cost­of­services­to­live­at­the­beach,­which exploring­ a­ series­ of­ permanent­ and­ semi-permanent an­incredible­place­to­raise­a­family!­With­first-class­public is­essentially­less­than­the­cost­of­one­Caramel­Macchiato barrier­systems, safety­departments,­excellent­county­schools,­amazing per­day,­includes­24/7­Police­and­Fire­service,­solid­waste the­ council recreational­facilities,­reliable­transportation,­and­immac- collection,­more­than­a­dozen­parks,­lifeguard-protected voted­ to­ ap- ulate­neighborhoods,­OC­residents­get­top-notch­services beaches­ in­ the­ summer­ season­ and­ so­ much­ more! prove­ $155,000 for­minimal­costs. To­learn­more­about­what­makes­Ocean­City­a­livable for­ design­ of­ Many­of­the­Town’s­fiscal­efforts­focus­on­providing community­and­see­exactly­what­you­get­for­your­taxes, a­ Boardwalk exceptional­customer­service­and­an­outstanding­quality visit:­oceancitymd.gov/pdf/ReportCitizens17.pdf access­ security system.­ The first­ phase­ of Bike Path Grant Funds approved the­ project­ will be­ installed In­an­ongoing­effort­to­establish­OC­as­a­more­bicycle­friendly­destination,­Town before­ summer officials­are­making­a­concerted­effort­to­establish­designated­bike­routes.­OC­officials 2018.­This­phase were­notified­last­fall­that­the­town’s­Maryland­Bikeways­Program­Funding­was­ap- will­ include proved­in­full­by­the­Maryland­Department­of­Transportation­(MDOT).­A­minor­retrofit temporary­secu- grant­award­of­$99,512­will­be­utilized­to­establish­shared­bike­lanes­in­the­northern rity­barriers­that portion­of­Town.­The­proposed­bike­lanes­were­selected­for­Assawoman­Drive­and­Wight­Street­as­two­of­the­more will­ prohibit densely­traveled­pedestrian­roads.­The­grant­will­also­include­an­extension­of­the­existing­bike­route­on­Sinepuxent unauthorized Avenue.­The­grant­will­provide­funds­to­complete­the­final­leg­of­the­Sinepuxent­bike­route,­to­extend­the­route­from vehicles­from­reaching­the­Boardwalk­crowds.­The­final 130th­Street­to­123rd­Street,­providing­bike­access­to­Northside­Park.­The­bike­route­on­Assawoman­Drive­will­extend phase­of­the­project,­which­is­expected­to­be­completed­in from­118th­Street­to­130th­Street­and­cross­Coastal­Highway­to­tie­into­the­existing­bike­route­on­Sinepuxent­Avenue. 2019,­will­include­permanent­vehicle­access­controls,­as The­bike­route­on­Wight­Street­will­extend­from­135th­Street­to­145th­Street.­The­new­bike­routes­will­include­thermo- well­as­heavy­planters­or­barriers­at­every­potential­vehicle plastic­crosswalks,­thermoplastic­pavement­markings,­and­necessary­signage.­Last­year­a­$57,560­Maryland­Bikeways access­point­and­various­places­along­the­Boardwalk. Program­grant­was­used­to­establish­a­dedicated­bike­route­on­Sinepuxent­Avenue,­extending­from­130th­Street­to­146th Street.­The­Town­will­continue­to­successfully­complete­and­apply­for­funding­through­the­annual­Bikeways­Program. Town Improves Rental Property Process The section of the Town code on rental licenses is to as- Canadian Snowbirds Jet Team Visits OCMD sure compliance with laws, ordinances and regulations ap- The­Canadian­Air­Force­Snowbirds­will­take­to­the­sky The­performance­will­take­place­over­the­Atlantic­Ocean plicable to rental housing in OC. It also promotes and over­Ocean­City,­Maryland,­Wednesday, May 23, 2018 centered­on­3rd­Street­and­the­Beach.­Guests­may­view ensures safe, healthy and habitable housing conditions in for­ a­ special­ air­ show­ featurette.­ The the­ aerial­ demonstration rental housing units while encouraging responsible man- Snowbirds’­nine­aircraft­demonstration between­ the­ Inlet­ and­ 13th agement, maintenance and use of rental housing units by will­ include­ close­ proximity­ formation Street­ with­ optimal­ viewing the inspection and licensing of these units. In an effort to passes­and­aerobatics­bringing­thrilling between­ 1st­ Street­ and­ 5th improve rental compliance, the Town will continue to performances­ to­ the­ North­ American Street.­The­demonstration­will actively monitor 1,110+ online vacation rentals to iden- public.­ Serving­ as­ ambassadors­ of­ the start­at­2:00pm­and­last­approx- tify the exact physical address of short-term rentals. Canadian­ Armed­ Forces­ (CAF),­ the imately­40­minutes­and­is­sub- Further, the Town is cooperating with the county to match Snowbirds­demonstrate­the­high­level­of ject­ to­ weather.­ A­ public­ meet the advertised rental properties with county room tax skill,­ professionalism,­ teamwork,­ disci- and­ greet­ opportunity­ will­ be records. For rental reminders, see pg. 20. For info on the pline,­and­dedication­inherent­in­the­men­and­women­of announced­on­the­Town­of­Ocean­City­websites.­For more annual OC P.R.E.S.S. Committee Seminar, see pg. 26. the­CAF­and­they­inspire­the­pursuit­of­excellence. information, visit: ococean.com Gorman Park Adds Important! Election Day Info Convention Center Pickleball and Racquetball The­Town­of­Ocean­City­is­holding­the­municipal­elec- tion­in­conjunction­with­federal­and­state­elections­on expansion To Begin soon Gorman­Park­will­be­home­to­the­Town’s­first­dedicated Tuesday, November 6, 2018 from 7am to 8pm. Regis- pickleball­court,­scheduled­to­be­open­and­operational­this Design­is­underway­for­the­third­phase­expansion­to­the tered Ocean City voters are able to vote in all elections Roland­E.­Powell­Convention­Center.­The­first­phases­of­the fall.­Nestled­in­Caine­Woods­off­of­136th­Street­and­Derrick- at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, 4001 project­consisted­of­the­new­bayside­ballroom,­dockside­ex- son­Avenue,­the­active­community­amenity­of­Gorman­Park Coastal Highway. The elections will be conducted in- will­benefit­from­a­$115,000­grant­from­the­MD­Dept.­of­Nat- dependently. Voters must sign in at both the municipal hibit­hall,­and­the­beautiful­new­Performing­Arts­Center.­This ural­ Resources’­ Community­ Parks­ and­ Playgrounds­ pro- and the federal/state registration desks that day. last­phase­of­the­project­consists­of­a­new­30,000­square­foot gram.­Through­the­grant,­the­Town­will­be­reorienting­and The­ mayoral­ seat­ and­ three­ council­ seats­ are­ up multi-purpose­exhibit­hall,­new­bayside­gallery,­business­cen- rebuilding­a­3-wall­racquetball­court,­constructing­a­new for­ election­ this­ year­ to­ include­ the­ seats­ of­ current ter,­and­additional­support­spaces. The­new­exhibit­hall­will­connect­to­the­existing­main­ex- pickleball­court,­painting­pickleball­lines­on­the­existing­ten- Council­Members­Lloyd­Martin,­Wayne­Hartman­and hibit­halls­A&B­with­a­movable­partition.­This­will­allow­the nis­court­to­provide­a­dual-use­amenity,­adding­new­fencing Matt­James. This­year­the­ballot­will­include­a­referendum­to­amend center­to­host­a­single­large­event­or­up­to­three­simultane- and­providing­some­drainage­improvement­to­the­area. section­C-1003.C­of­the­Town­Charter,­asking­voters­to ous­smaller­events­in­the­same­space.­The­addition­is­ex- After­receiving­input­at­several­community­meetings,­the decide­if­certain­employees­of­the­emergency­medical pected­to­generate­up­to­30­new­events­for­the­convention scope­of­the­original­project­was­changed­in­order­to­pre- services­division­of­the­Ocean­City­department­of­emer- center­and­support­over­500­jobs. serve­most­of­the­park’s­­open­space.­The­original­plan­to gency­services­and­the­Ocean­City­fire­marshal’s­depart- The­expansion­continues­the­City’s­successful­partnership construct­two­dedicated­courts­was­reduced­to­one,­with­the ment­can­have­binding­interest­arbitration­by­a­neutral with­ the­Maryland­ Stadium­ Authority­ with­the­ Authority compromise­including­the­painting­of­lines­on­the­existing arbitrator.­Binding­interest­arbitration­is­defined­as­the funding­60%­of­the­estimated­$34­million­project­cost­and tennis­court­to­accommodate­both­tennis­and­pickleball process­through­which­parties­negotiating­a­collective managing­construction.­Construction­is­scheduled­to­begin play. The­new­plan­will­maintain­the­park’s­playground­and bargaining­agreement­reach­impasse­on­one­or­more this­fall­and­be­complete­by­June­2020. pavilion­in­their­current­states­and­will­be­providing­the­pop- items,­and­call­upon­a­third­party­to­resolve­the­impasse ular­3-wall­racquetball­court­with­a­new­façade­in­its­reori- and­set­a­term­of­the­collective­bar- entation. gaining­agreement­to­which­the Parking In OC Just Got Easier! parties­are­bound. Ocean­City­is­installing­a­new­parking­system­for­the­2018 In­order­to­accommodate­the­ever-growing­interest­in Your vote is important. pickleball,­ the­ Recreation­ and­ Parks­ Dept.­ offers­ indoor summer­season.­The­new­system­charges­for­parking­based If you have not already on­vehicle­license­plate­numbers,­which­will­replace­the­cur- drop-in­ pickleball­ at­ Northside­ Park­ (125th­ St.­ bayside) done so, please register rent­“pay­and­display”­meters,­as­well­as­the­gated­ticket several­ days­ a­ week­ throughout­ fall,­ winter,­ and­ spring. to vote by Tuesday, booth­system­at­the­Inlet­Parking­Lot. Summertime­pickleball­is­limited­at­Northside­Park­due­to October 16, 2018. Visit To­park­using­the­new­system­you­have­two­options:­(1)­pay other­programming­needs.­But­now,­with­the­new­dedicated elections.state.md.us/ using­the­on-street­parking­pay­stations,­or­(2)­pay­using­the outdoor­court­and­two­shared-use­courts,­there­will­be­an voter_registration/applica- Parkmobile­app.­To­use­the­on-street­parking­pay­stations, opportunity­for­pickleball­enthusiasts­to­play­in­OC­when tion.html­ to­ download­ and first­park­and­write­down­your­car’s­license­plate­number, Northside­Park’s­gymnasium­is­used­for­other­activities. submit­a­Maryland­Voter­Reg- then­simply­walk­to­the­nearest­pay­station,­enter­your­license Construction­for­the­project­is­set­to­begin­in­October­2018. istration­Application.­ plate­number,­the­length­of­time­you­wish­to­stay,­and­your payment.­You­no­longer­have­to­return­to­your­vehicle­to­post your­receipt­on­the­dash.­To­pay­using­the­mobile­application, OC Life-saving station museum exhibit to Feature download­the­Parkmobile­app,­enter­your­vehicle­and­pay- ment­information­(you­only­need­to­do­this­once),­then­sim- The story of Commercial & sport Fishing in Ocean City ply­enter­your­parking­zone­and­length­of­time­on­the­app. The­Ocean­City­Life-Saving­Station­Museum­will­open­its­newest exhibit in June 2018: Staying longer than you thought? You­can­add­time­right Hook, Line and History: The Story of Commercial and Sport Fishing in Ocean City. For from­your­phone­on­the­Parkmobile­app­or­at­any­pay­station.­­ decades,­fishing­has­been­a­large­part­of­OC’s­identity,­shaping­local­culture,­providing Lost­track­of­time­and­got­a­parking­ticket?­As­long­as­it’s livelihood­for­many,­and­bringing­forth­tourism.­With­a­display­of­historic­photographs, within­1­hour,­just­pay­for­your­extra­time­at­the­standard­rate artifacts,­and­stories­told­by­local­fishermen,­this­exhibit­will­showcase­how­fishing­has at­any­pay­station­or­on­the­app­and­we’ll­automatically­void evolved­in­our­area­since­the­1920s.­The­display­of­fishing­equipment­dating­back­to­the your­ticket! 1920s,­shark­jaws,­and­two­large­aquariums­filled­with­native­aquatic­wildlife­will­give­vis- Still have paid time and want to move your car to a itors­of­all­ages­the­opportunity­to­experience­OC’s­unique­cultural­and­natural­history.­ different street? Simply­move­your­vehicle­anywhere­paid parking­is­required­on­a­municipal­street­or­lot,­except­for­the Inlet­Lot,­your­paid­parking­travels­with­you.­For paid park- INLET PARKING LOT PARKING RATES, SEE PAGE 6. ALSO, TRANSPORTATION SCHEDULE, SEE PG. 18. ing rates, see page 6. 3 4 May 5-6: OC Pickleball Tournament May 12: Rat Pack Together Again! Great Music & Song! May 23: Brown Box Theatre presents... Broadway Jukebox Northside Park, 125th St, 9am start. Compete in the fastest-growing sport Performing Arts Center, 7:30pm (doors open at 7pm). Purchase tickets at Performing Arts Ctr, 8pm (doors 7:30pm). Musical theatre cabaret event! in America! Variety of age divisions. Double elimination format. TicketMaster.com or 800.551.7328. ocmdperformingartscenter.com The show that is curated on the spot in this interactive, family-friendly evening, where they perform what YOU consider the best of Broadway. May 8: Community Health Fair Free! May 12–13: Beachfest volleyball Festival Tickets: TicketMaster.com, 800.551.7328. ocmdperformingartscenter.com Conv. Ctr, 8am-12:30pm. Free health screenings & health ed. aarp1917.org 116th-118th & Talbot-2nd St. Sat 7:30am-8pm, Sun 7:30am-6pm. Fun, com- petitive indoor tourney. webuildyouplay.com/event/beachfest-tournament May 25: Spring Movie Night - Uptown Free! May 9: The Big get-Together Northside Park, 125th St, 8:30pm, previews begin at dusk. Bring a beach OC Center for the Arts. A getting together of hand-crafted art & beer & good May 17: Herman’s Hermits Starring Peter Noone chair or blanket! Concessions (drinks, popcorn, candy) for sale. friends! Sponsored by the OC Foodie Tour, ShoreCraft Beer & the Art League Performing Arts Ctr, 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm). Purchase tickets at of OC. artleagueofoceancity.org, 410.524.9433 TicketMaster.com or 800.551.7328. ocmdperformingartscenter.com May 26: ESA Summer Surf Series - Contest #1 May 17–20: Cruisin’ Ocean City 28th Annual! 30th St, 7:30am-5pm. (no surf/bad weather date: 5/27 or 6/2). Delmarva May 11: Spring Movie Night - Downtown Free! Inlet Lot & Conv. Ctr (Thurs–Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-3pm). 3,400+ hot rods, Eastern Surfing Assoc. amateur surf qualifying event. delmarva.surfesa.org Sunset Park, S. Division St. on the bay, 8:30pm, previews begin at dusk. customs, classics, music, celebrities, parades & more. cruisinoceancity.com Bring a beach chair or blanket! Concessions (drinks, popcorn, candy) for sale. NeW! May 26: Pet Expo & Fashion Show May 18: International Museum Day & Open House Free! Conv. Ctr, 12pm-4pm. Sponsored by Threadz. Fashion show “Rescues 3rd Annual! May 12: Fight the Bite 5K Run/Walk OC Life-Saving Station Museum, South end of Boardwalk, 10am-5pm. Rock the Runway,” pet vendors, seminars, free stuff & prizes. Admission: Inlet Lot & Boardwalk, Time: T.B.A. Fundraising 5K event that provides info Enjoy free admission! Exhibits, aquariums, gift shop, more. ocmuseum.org minimum $10 donation or pet supplies towards Worcester County Humane about the short- & long-term effects of Lyme disease. 410.443.0700 Society. Bring your pet for a fun-filled day! [email protected] May 19-June 20: Salute to Services May 12: Ride for the Feast 3rd Annual! OC Life-Saving Station Museum, South end of Boardwalk, 10am-5pm. May 26–27: Spring Arts & Crafts Show Free! 3rd St. & Boardwalk. 2-day, 140 bicycle ride from OC to Baltimore City. Pro- Honoring Police, Firefighters, EMS, active & retired Military with free admis- Conv. Ctr, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Garden accessories, jewelry, ceeds benefit Moveable Feast (helps put healthy food on the table for people sion to the Museum for individual & their family. ocmuseum.org candles, florals, nautical items, wood crafts, homemade items, handmade in MD with AIDS, cancer & life-threatening illnesses). 410.327.3420 x11 chocolates, fudge, dip mixes & more. [email protected] May 23: Canadian Forces Snowbirds Demo Team Free! May 12: Crab Soup Cook-Off & Festival Centered at 3rd St. Beach, Viewing from between Inlet & 13th St, 2-2:40pm. May 31–June 15: “Play It Safe” Activities Free! Somerset St. Plaza, 12-3pm. Kids entertainment, exhibits, music, Local chefs Special air show featurette includes 9 aircraft demonstration with aerobatics Townwide. Program for 2018 high school graduates. Karaoke, volleyball, compete. Sample & vote. $ (rain date: 6/2) downtownassociation.net & thrilling performances. For more info: ococean.com ...also see page 2 dodgeball, kayaking, bowling, mini-golf & more! playitsafeoceancity.com

— oUTDoor STAge — — INDoor PAvILIoN — TH URSDAY 10:30am Rick K. & The ALLNIGHTERS 10:15am OPENING CEREMONY MAY 3 1:00pm Panama Rex NeW! 12:00pm Recreation Dancers FEATURED EVENT 3:00pm Front Page News 2:00pm Rick K. & The ALLNIGHTERS 5:00pm Local Band Jam 4:00pm Kathie Martin & The Hotrods NeW! Ocean City, Maryland 7:00pm HeADLINer AcT* SATISFACTION FRIDAY 11:00am Island Fusion 10:15am Rick K. 1:00pm The Swell Fellas & The ALLNIGHTERS MAY 4 3:00pm Rick K. 12:00pm Jesse Garron’s & The ALLNIGHTERS Tribute to Elvis 5:00pm 21 Horses Band 2:00pm Jaded Love NeW! 4:00pm Blind Wind May 3–6 Free ADMISSIoN!* 8:00pm HeADLINer AcT* (Rain or Shine!) TRACE ADKINS SoLD oUT! Inlet Lot Thurs.–Sat. 10am-8pm, Sun. 10am-6pm SATURDAY 11:00am The Beach Bumz 10:15am Rick K. 800.626.2326 • ococean.com 1:00pm Rising Sun Reggae & The ALLNIGHTERS MAY 5 3:00pm Bob Lougheed 12:00pm Guys in Thin Ties The 28th anniversary of Springfest celebrates the arrival of spring and the upcoming summer season! Enjoy & The Memphis Mafia 2:00pm Radio Graffiti Band NeW! delicious food, beer and wine booths, over 250 unique commercial vendors selling arts & crafts, a rock-climbing wall, 5:00pm The Reagan Years 4:00pm Randy Lee Ashcraft sand art and much more. Join us under the four huge big-top tents located in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean & The Saltwater Cowboys City's famous Boardwalk, for a little fun in the sun at one of Maryland’s top spring events. Springfest hosts four days of 8:00pm HeADLINer AcT* music entertainment on two stages. Performers from a variety of genres, including rock, country and oldies will delight BRET MICHAELS audiences of all ages. Each year, Springfest brings amazing headliners to the stage and this year’s headliners do not disappoint! To cap off the first three nights, Springfest offers ticketed, national acts in the Entertainment Tent. On SUNDAY 10:15am River & Rhodes NeW! 11:30am Recreation Dancers MAY 6 12:30pm Second Sight NeW! 1:30pm MIZZ B NeW! Thursday, May 3rd, Rolling Stones cover band Satisfaction (The International Rolling Stones Show), 7pm, will perform. 2:30pm Mike Hines & The Look 3:30pm Vinyl Rhino NeW! On Friday, May 4th, country music star Trace Adkins, 8pm (SoLD oUT!), takes the Springfest stage. And on Saturday, May Roaming: 12–4pm 4:30pm Johnny Bling LIVE LollipopENTERTAINMENT & Company SCHEDULE NeW! 5th, rock legend Bret Michaels, 8pm, will rock the crowd. Be sure to get your tickets in advance, these shows usually sell *These concerts require the purchase of reserved seat tickets. Times & entertainment are subject to change without notice. out! Tickets are available at ticketmaster.com or by calling 800.551.7328. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Trailer parking is prohibited on Baltimore Keep a fire extinguisher in the Rip currents are the leading surf hazard for all beachgoers. If caught in a Avenue at ALL TIMES. Trailer parking in kitchen & know how it works! Be sure rip current, remain calm & think clearly. Don’t fight the current. Swim out municipal lots/streets require permits to keep anything that can catch fire of the current in a direction following the shoreline. When out of the MAY 2018 May 1-October 31. Also, expect delayed (dish towels, wooden spoons, etc.) current, swim towards shore. traffic during Motor Events (17-20). away from the stovetop. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY May 1 - October 1: 1234National Day of Prayer International 5 Kayak, SUP & Lagoon Paddle Boats for Rent Firefighters’ Day @ Northside Park, 125th St: OC Rec. & Parks has selected Best Aquatic Management, LLC to operate the rental concession for 2018. • SPRINGFEST Free • SPRINGFEST Free May 1–27 (Get $5 Off hourly rental!): 9am-6pm, Inlet Lot, 10am-8pm Inlet Lot, 10am-8pm May 27-Oct. 1: 8am–7pm; weather permitting. • Mayor & City Council Work • SPRINGFEST OPENS Free • Art Exhibit Opening Free • OC Pickleball Tournament, For info, call 443.614.4789 or visit BestAquatic.com Session, City Hall, 1pm 10am-8pm Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm Northside Park, 9am

National Hurricane • Fight the Bite 5K Preparedness Week 6 7 8910 11 Run/Walk, Inlet Lot 12 (May 6-12) • Ride for the Feast, 3rd St. & Boardwalk • Community Health Fair Free • Beachfest Volleyball Festival • SPRINGFEST Free Conv. Ctr, 8am-12:30pm • Spring Movie Night Free • Crab Soup Cook-Off Inlet Lot, 10am-6pm • MVA Mobile Van in the Park – Downtown & Festival, 12-3pm • OC Pickleball Tournament, • Mayor & City Council Regular 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. • The Big Get-Together Sunset Park, S. Division St. • Rat Pack Together Again, Northside Park, 9am Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 10am-2pm Ctr. for the Arts on the bay, 8:30pm Performing Arts Ctr, 7:30/8pm

Mother’s Day • Mayor & City Council International Armed Forces Day 13 14 Work Session, 15 16 17 Museum Day 18 19 City Hall, 1pm National Safe Boating Week (May 19-25) May 15–Oct 1: Public Tennis Center Open In season: 6 Premier & 3 Lee fast dry clay courts, professional staff • Herman’s Hermits • Open House Free ADMISSIoN • Salute to Services, on duty, activities for kids & adults (instruction, tourneys, camps, Starring Peter Noone, Ocean City Life-Saving Ocean City Life-Saving • Beachfest Volleyball Festival, • Mayor & City Council Regular etc.). After October 1, nets remain in place for year-round play. Performing Arts Ctr, 7:30/8pm Station Museum, 10am-5pm Station Museum, 10am-5pm Conv. Ctr, 7:30am-6pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 410.524.8337, oceancitymd.gov/tennis CRUISIN’ OCEAN CITY National EMS Week • Canadian Forces • First Day for Beach (May 20-26) 20 21 22 Snowbirds Demo Team 23 24 25 Patrol in stands 26 • Broadway Jukebox, 7:30pm/8pm for the season, 10am-5:30am • Spring Movie Night Free • ESA Summer Surf Contest #1 in the Park – Uptown • Spring Arts & Crafts Show Free • Salute to Services, May 23: Community Hurricane Preparedness Northside Park, Conv. Ctr, 10am-5pm Ocean City Life-Saving Meeting: City Hall, 6:30pm. Public is encouraged to attend. 125th St, 8:30pm • Pet Expo & Fashion Show, Station Museum, 10am-5pm • Mayor & City Council Regular Learn how OC tracks storms, plans for evacuations & provides • Coastal Hwy. Beach Bus Conv. Ctr, 12-4pm shelter. Plus, learn how to protect your family. CRUISIN’ OCEAN CITY Meeting, City Hall, 6pm oceancitymd.gov Summer Schedule begins • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm 27 Memorial Day 28 29 30 31 OC Tennis Center Improvements This spring the OC Tennis Center will complete the update on the facility’s courts. Last year 3 new Har-Tru courts were built to give the city some of the best Har-Tru courts on the • Spring Arts Eastern Shore. This year we are painting the 6 Premier courts & Crafts Show Free • Mayor & City Council Work the same color as the US Open. With the royal blue court surface Conv. Ctr, 10am-4pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Session, City Hall, 1pm • “Play It Safe” begins Free & the green around the outside, you’ll feel like you’re playing • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Town Offices closed • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm at the US Open every time you visit the Tennis Center!

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 5 6

DAILY THROUGH June 15: “Play It Safe” Activities Free! June 10: Captain Schoepf Lifeguard Relay Free! June 24: OC grand Prix Powerboat Race Townwide. Program for 2018 high school graduates. Karaoke, volleyball, 7th St. Beach, 10am. Beach relay honoring contributions of Capt. Schoepf Start & finish 3rd St. event, North Division St.-20th St, 12-4pm. Beachgoers dodgeball, kayaking, bowling, mini-golf & more! playitsafeoceancity.com & the sacrifices of all past & present OC Beach Patrol. 410.289.7556 will see powerboats & hear the roar of their engines as they pass & leap sky- ward through the waves at speeds up to 160 mph. Plus, photo ops! DAILY THROUGH Sept 2: OC Beach Lights Free! June 16–17: Beach 5 Sand Soccer Tournament I N. Division St. Beach, 125th St, 9-11pm. OC will light up the sky on the Board- Dorchester St. to 3rd St. Beach. Family-focused soccer tournament on the June 25, 29: Movies on the Beach - Downtown Free! walk with an exciting light display & thrilling show! Painting the Boardwalk & beach. Sun, fun & ball! beach5sandsoccer.com 27th St. Beach in front of Commander Hotel, 8:30pm. Bring your beach the sky, the lights & music are unlike anything you’ve ever seen before! chair or a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean. Movies are subject to June 16–22: MD Firemen’s Convention 126th Annual! change & are weather permitting. June 1–3: Mako Mania Fishing Tournament 22nd Annual! Convention: Conv. Ctr, June 16-22, Opening Ceremony Mon 8:30am, Bahia Marina, 21st–22nd St, weigh-ins daily 4-7pm. Mako shark, bluefish Exhibits Mon–Tues 9am-4pm, Wed 9am-12pm. Annual convention for the June 26: Family Beach Olympics Free! & thresher shark tournament. bahiamarina.com MD Fire Rescue Service. Training programs, business meetings, seminars, Fire- 27th St. Beach, 6:30-8:30pm. Sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relay races men 5K, more! Meet firemen & see exhibits (open to the public!) msfa.org & more! All activities are free. Parents are asked to stay with their children. June 2: Baltimore Ravens Roosts Annual Parade Free! Baltimore Ave, 19th–26th St, 10am-12pm, (Beach Bash, 100th St.) 50+ June 17, 24: Sundaes in the Park Free! June 26: Skate Bowl Bash 8th Annual! Free! member roosts, Ravens players, cheerleaders, mascots, floats! councilrr.com Behind Northside Park complex, 125th St, 7-9pm (rain or shine). Create Ocean Bowl Skate Park, corner of 3rd St. & St. Louis Ave, 2-7pm. Open to June 3, 17: your own sundae (for a small fee), sit back & listen to live music while kids of all ages! Free day of skate, door prizes, music from a local DJ & fun! OC Cruzers Car Display Free! watching the sunset over the bay. Children’s entertainment is also presented. Food concessions for sale. 410.289.2695 Somerset St. Plaza near Boardwalk, 2:30-6pm. OC Cruzers will display approx. 15 vehicles. The owners will supervise & educate spectators about June 20: Maryland State Firemen’s Parade Free! June 28: OC Beach Patrol Rookie graduation their older cars. Live music or DJ. 410.289.7739, ocdc.org Baltimore Ave, 16th–30th St, 1-4pm; approx. 3 hours. Parade features fire Beach from pier to Inlet, 7:30-9:30am. Great spectator event! This year’s equipment, trucks, bands, floats & more. msfa.org rookie class demonstrates skills in training exercises. 410.289.7556 June 6, 13, 20, 27: Movies on the Beach - Uptown Free! 118th St. Beach in front of Carousel Hotel, 8:30pm. Fun for the entire family! June 23: ESA Summer Surf Series - Contest #2 Bring your beach chair or blanket. All movies are subject to change. In the Assateague State Park, 7:30am-5pm. Delmarva Eastern Surfing Association PAID PARKINg RATES in effect April 1-Oct. 31 event of inclement weather, movie will be held inside the Carousel Hotel. amateur surfing qualifying event. (deadline entry: 6/21) delmarva.surfesa.org STREET & INLET PARKINg LOT June 9–10: June 23-24: MUNICIPAL LOT PARKINg (applies to all vehicles Sand Duels Beach Soccer Challenge NeW! Clay-A-Palooza Free ADMISSIoN! including handicapped tagged) Wicomico St. to N. Division St, 8am-7pm. OC’s premier soccer event. The Ctr. for the Arts, Sat 10am-4pm, Sun 11-4pm. Join Art League of OC & Clay (excludes Inlet Parking Lot) largest sand soccer event in OC! Open to all traditional & non-traditional Guild of the Eastern Shore for free fun! Artisan market, demos, kids activities, Rates are $2 per hour Rate is $3 per hour soccer teams. [email protected] throwdown competition, bowl-making & more. artleagueofoceancity.org (Handicapped vehicles may park April 1 – October 31 for up to one hour at no charge) 0-30 min. = No Charge June 9-10: Longboard Weekend Pro Surf Contest June 23–24: OC Car & Truck Show New solar powered kiosks feature a full-color display screen & guide users through their parking transactions. 36th–37th St. Beach, 9am-4pm. On Saturday, 16 teams of 5 compete on Conv. Ctr, Sat 10am-10pm, Sun 10am-6pm. Tuners, exotics, trick trucks, Note that these kiosks are “Pay by Plate” so you must enter your license plate number first before paying longboards on 2 surf areas. On Sunday, professional surfers compete for for your time. There is no need to place a receipt on the dashboard, you just pay & go. In addition, time slammed SUVs, classics, super bikes & more. Top name companies, interactive can be extended from your phone (with your plate number) with the Parkmobile mobile parking app. $5,000 in prize money. Giveaways & kids activities. oceancitysurfclub.org displays & big name live performances. Tickets sold at door. occarshow.com

FEATURED EVENT Ocean City, Maryland June 16–17 Free ADMISSIoN! Show Center: 16th St. & the Boardwalk Sat. & Sun. 1–4pm For a line-up of performers, event schedule & to purchase tickets, visit: ocairshow.com or call 877-722-2927

The 11th annual Ocean City Air Show returns... and it keeps getting bigger and better! The show will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk, creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort’s beaches and attractions. An aviation spectacle of some of the top military and civilian performers in the nation will fill the skies over the beach and Boardwalk! Spectators can see the show free of charge. VIP seating is available for those who want to be front and center of all the action. Those who purchase VIP tickets will get the full experience of sight and sound at the ‘aerial 50 yard line’ and hear all the details about what they are seeing with concert-quality sound and professional narration. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Smoking is only permitted in desig- Be sure to inspect all balconies, Keep your feet in the sand, until a lifeguard’s in the stand! Check in with nated areas on the beach & Board- decks, guardrails & stairs for safety. the lifeguard on duty every time you come to the beach. Ask your lifeguard walk. Also, expect delayed traffic Remember you must be 20 feet about the current conditions & best place to swim. JUNE 2018 during Air Show (16-17) & Motor away from a multi-unit building Events (23-24). when grilling and/or BBQ-ing in OC. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

JUNE YOUTH CAMPS BY OC RECREATION & PARKS 1 • Mako Mania Fishing 2 Field Hockey, Fishing Golf, Camp Horizon • Mako Mania Fishing Tournament, 21-22nd St. 18–21: 20–22: 25–29: Tournament, 21-22nd St. • Baltimore Ravens Basketball, Skate, Tennis 25-27: Beach Volleyball, 26–28: Scamper Camp • 1st Friday Art Exhibit Roosts Annual Parade, OC Lax Academy, Rising Stars Stand-Up Paddleboard June 30–July 1: Opening Reception Free Baltimore Ave, 19th-26th St, Tennis, Pee Wee Tennis 25–28: Basketball, Tennis Goalie & Face-off Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm 10am-12pm Free 18–22: Camp Horizon Academy, Rising Stars To register: 410.250.0125 • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free 19–21: Scamper Camp Tennis, Pee Wee Tennis or ocsportscamps.com • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

Beach Hazards World Oceans Day Awareness Week 3 4 5678• Sand Duels Beach Soccer 9 Challenge, Wicomico St. (June 3-9) to N. Division St, 8am-7pm • Mako Mania Tourney • MVA Mobile Van • Longboard Weekend • OC Cruzers Car Display Free • Mayor & City Council Regular 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. • Movies on the Beach Free Pro Surf Contest, 2:30-6:30pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 10am-2pm 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm 36-37th St, 9am-4pm • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

• Sand Duels Flag Day Beach Soccer 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 • Longboard Weekend Pro Surf Contest, • Beach 5 Sand Soccer 36-37th St, 9am-4pm Tournament I, Dorchester St.-3rd St. Beach • Capt. Schoepf Lifeguard Relay, • Mayor & City Council Work • Movies on the Beach Free • MD State Firemen’s Assoc. 7th St. Beach, 10am Free Session, City Hall, 1pm 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm Convention, Conv. Ctr. • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” Free • “Play It Safe” ends Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm OC AIR SHOW Father’s Day • Summer Youth Summer Solstice • MD State Firemen’s • ESA Summer • Beach 5 Sand Soccer 17 Camps begin 18 19 20 21 22 23 Assoc. Convention, Surf Contest #2 Tournament I • MD State Firemen’s Assoc. Convention, Conv. Ctr. Conv. Ctr., Exhibits 9am-12pm Assateague State Park, • MD State Firemen’s Assoc. 7:30am-5pm Convention, Conv. Ctr. Opening Ceremony 8:30am, • MD State Firemen’s Parade, • Clay-A-Palooza • OC Cruzers Car Display Exhibits 9am-4pm • MD State Firemen’s Assoc. 16th-30th St, 1-4pm Free • MD State Firemen’s Assoc. Free Free Ctr. for the Arts, 10am-4pm • Sundaes in the Park Free • Mayor & City Council Regular Convention, Conv. Ctr. • Movies on the Beach Free • MD State Firemen’s Assoc. Convention, Golf Tournament, • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Exhibits 9am-4pm 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm Convention, Conv. Ctr. Eagle’s Landing, 8am • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm OC AIR SHOW • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm OC CAR & TRUCK SHOW

• Clay-A-Palooza Free Lightning Safety Federal & State OC Center for the Arts24 Awareness Week 25 Primary Elections 26 27 28 29 30 • OC Grand Prix Powerboat (June 24-30) • Mayor & City Council Work Race, N. Division St.-20th St, Session, City Hall, 1pm 12-4pm • OC Beach Patrol • Skate Bowl Bash Free Rookie Graduation, • Sundaes in the Park Free • Movies on the Beach Free Ocean Bowl Skate Park, 2-7pm • Movies on the Beach beach from pier to Inlet, • Movies on the Beach • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Free Free 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm • Family Beach Olympics Free 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm 7:30-9:30am 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm OC CAR & TRUCK SHOW • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 7 8

DAILY THROUGH Sept 2: OC Beach Lights Free! July 11, 18, 25: Movies on the Beach - Uptown Free! July 21: Ocean games 5th Annual! N. Division St. Beach, 125th St, 9-11pm. OC will light up the sky on the Board- 118th St. Beach in front of Carousel Hotel, 8:30pm. Bring your beach chair Caroline St. Beach, 8am-5pm. Competitions: Swim Ocean City, East Coast walk with an exciting light display & thrilling show! Painting the Boardwalk & or a blanket. All movies are subject to change. In the event of inclement -SUP CUP, Beach Flight Ultimate Frisbee. Raises funds for the Johns Hopkins the sky, the lights & music are unlike anything you’ve ever seen before! weather, the movie will be held inside the Carousel Hotel. Brain & Stroke Rehabilitation Program. oceangamesusa.org July 1–5: Believe National Talent Dance Competition July 5, 12, 19, 26: Sunset Park Party Nights Free! July 23: USSSA World Series Opening Ceremony Conv. Ctr. With professional staging & sound, knowledgeable judges & a S. Division St. on the Bay, 7-9pm. Enjoy a free concert while watching the Caroline St. Stage & Boardwalk. The Beach Bash Kick-Off Party kicks off the performance atmosphere like no other, this is a dance competition you must sunset over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in OC! Beverages week-long youth softball tournament. Team parade & intros. 410.548.4914 experience to BELIEVE! believetalent.com, [email protected]. & beer for sale. It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating. July 27–29: Huk Big Fish Classic 5th Annual! July 5: Beauty Spot Awards 2018 Deadline to Nominate! July 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Sundaes in the Park Free! Talbot St. Pier. “The Fastest Growing Fishing Tournament in the World!” Ocean City Beautification Committee searches for attractive, Behind Northside Park complex, 125th St, 7-9pm (rain or shine). Create Townwide. Nationally-televised! Awards, live music & more! bigfishclassic.com properties: condo, restaurant, retail, hotel, motel, commercial, Boardwalk, your own sundae (for a small fee), sit back & listen to live music while July 27–29: 29th Annual! watching the sunset over the bay. Children’s entertainment is also presented. residential. To nominate, email: OCBeautifi[email protected] greek Festival Free ADMISSIoN! Conv. Ctr, Fri & Sat 12-11pm, Sun & Mon 12-9pm. Area’s largest Greek festi- July 9, 10, 16, 17, 23, 24, 30, 31: Beach Fireworks Free! July 2–Aug. 25: Family Summer Programs Free! val! Greek fare, art, jewelry, music, dancers! Buy a ticket for “The Best Odds in N. Division St. Beach, Time: 10:30pm. Come join us for fireworks on Mondays Town 1:200 chance to win up to $10k” stgeorgebythesea.org/greek-festival Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Life-Saving Station Museum at & Tuesdays! Fireworks will be visible along the Boardwalk. the south end of the Boardwalk, Mon-Sat, 10am (lasts approx. 30 min.). July 28: Mind, Body & Spirit Festival Great free summer program for the entire family! Fun facts & topics – a differ- NeW! July 13–15: OC Tuna Tournament Free To SPecTATorS! Conv. Ctr. Enjoy shopping holistic & wellness products, relax & learn. Meet ent subject each day. *No program on Wed, July 4. ocmuseum.org OC Fishing Ctr, Rt. 50 & Inlet Island Ln. Daily weigh-ins 4-7:30pm. World’s wellness practitioners & take advantage of workshops. largest tuna tournament! Come see over 100 boats weigh-in large tuna in July 2, 6, 9, 13, 16, 20, 23, 27, 30: hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash! ocfishing.com July 28: OC Beach Patrol Crew Competition Movies on Beach - Downtown Free! July 14: 8th St. Beach (Surf Ave.), 6:45pm. Great spectator event! Watch OCBP 27th St. Beach in front of Commander Hotel, 8:30pm. Bring your beach ESA Summer Surf Series - Contest #3 compete in events & demonstrate athletic skills. [email protected] chair or a blanket! Movies are subject to change & are weather permitting. Assateague State Park, 7:30am-5pm. Delmarva Eastern Surfing Association amateur surfing qualifying event. (deadline entry: 7/12) delmarva.surfesa.org July 28-29: The O'Neill East Coast grom Tour July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: Family Beach Olympics Free! July 14: Captain Craig Swim Open to the Public! Location T.B.A. Progressive contest program for surfers that want to have 27th St. Beach, 6:30-8:30pm. Sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relay races fun, meet new friends & win some cool prizes. eastcoastgromtour.com & more! All activities are free. Parents are asked to stay with their children. 14th St. Beach, Swim begins at 6pm. Competitors swim a measured mile with prevailing current. Awards. [email protected] July 30–Aug 1: Jesus at the Beach July 3, 10, 17, 24, 31: OC Beach Dance Party Free! July 15–19: Starpower National Talent Competition Music & Ministry Festival 24th Annual! Free! Caroline St. Stage on the Beach, 7-9pm. Dance the evening away in the Conv. Ctr. World championship competition for dancers who qualified at Festival: Conv. Ctr, 10am-1pm. Praise music on the beach, Caroline St. sand with interactive live entertainment by various DJs! Grab your beach chair, regionals. Master Classes & Top Gun auditions with some of the most talented Stage, 7-10pm. Family-oriented Christian praise music, drama, dance & more. blanket & friends & come early to get a prime spot! performers & teachers in the entertainment business! starpowertalent.com jesusatthebeach.org

GettingTrack Around your bus in OC real timeis Now with OC’s Easier new busThan locator. Ever! FEATURED EVENT It’s fast, reliable & easy to use! Learn more at: oceancitymd.gov Ocean City,The Town Maryland of OC offers two great places to celebrate with concerts & fireworks! For the downtown event, arrive early & plan to stay late. The Inlet Lot will be $50 flat fee parking. Please consider taking the bus as parking is limited throughout town. Bus fare is $3 ride-all-day. The West Ocean City Park & Ride on Rt. 50 is just west of the Rt. 50 Bridge & offers free parking & $3 ride-all-day shuttle service to downtown.

Fireworks & Concert Fireworks & Concert DOWNTOWN:Modern N. Division St. Beach UPTOWN:TraditionalNorthside Park, 125th St. Concert 8pm, Fireworks 9:30pm Free! Concert 8pm, Fireworks 9:30pm Free! OC Dept. of Tourism, 800.626.22326, ococean.com OC Rec. & Parks Dept. 410.250.0125, ococean.com Head to OC’s famous Boardwalk with its bright lights, A free concert by The Reagan Years starts off assortment of food, family fun and fireworks set to the evening. Then, a spectacular fireworks display music. Bring a beach chair or blanket and arrive early will be shot from the west side of the Park. You’ll to claim a spot on the beach for a free concert by hear the oohs and aahs as the colorful displays the Mike Hines and the Look on the Caroline Stage. light up the evening sky. Get there early to Afterwards, fireworks will fill the sky over the ocean. claim the best location to view the fireworks. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Never leave your vehicle with the Leave the fireworks to the professionals! Use “Beach Smarts” every day before you play: engine running or keys in the ignition. Although the State of Maryland has approved apply sunscreen liberally & often, drink plenty of Never leave children or pets alone in a the use of ground-based sparkling devices water, wear eye protection, establish landmarks JULY 2018 car, even for a few minutes – any time such as cylindrical & cone fountains, fireworks with children & know that lifeguards are a safe of the year. are illegal to use or possess in OC. person to go to if they get separated from family. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

Independence Day • Family Programs Free • Family Programs 1 Free 2 3456• Believe National Talent • Believe National Talent 7 • Believe National Talent • Family Programs Free Competition, Conv. Ctr. Competition, Conv. Ctr. • Family Programs Free Competition, Conv. Ctr. • Believe National Talent • • Sunset Park Party Nights Free • 1st Friday Art Exhibit Competition, Conv. Ctr. FIREWORKS & CONCERTS Free • Believe National Talent • Movies on the Beach Free N. Division St. Beach, “Eclipse” (Journey Tribute Opening Reception Free Competition, Conv. Ctr. 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm • Family Beach Olympics Free Northside Park, 125th St. Band), S. Division St, 7-9pm Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm • Sundaes in the Park Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm 27th St, 6:30-8:30pm Concerts 8pm, Fireworks 9:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Movies on the Beach Free Northside Park, 7-9pm • Mayor & City Council Regular • OC Beach Dance Party Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Beauty Spot Awards 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm • Family Programs Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Town Offices closed nomination deadline • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Family Beach • Family Programs Free • ESA Summer Surf 8 9 Olympics Free 10 11 12• OC Tuna Tournament, 13 Series - Contest #3 14 • Family Programs 27th St, 6:30-8:30pm Free Rt. 50 & Inlet Island Ln, • Family Programs Free OC Museum, 10am • OC Beach Dance Party Free • Family Programs Free weigh-ins 4-7:30pm OC Museum, 10am • Movies on the Beach Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Family Programs Free OC Museum, 10am • Art Exhibit Opening Free • Captain Craig Swim, • Family Programs Free 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm • Beach Fireworks Free OC Museum, 10am • Sunset Park Party Nights Free Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm 14th St. beach, 6pm • Sundaes in the Park Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm N. Division St, 10:30pm • Movies on the Beach Free “Boy in Black” (Johnny Cash • Movies on the Beach Free • OC Tuna Tournament, Northside Park, 7-9pm • Beach Fireworks Free • Mayor & City Council Work 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm Tribute), S. Division St, 7-9pm 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm weigh-ins 4-7:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm N. Division St, 10:30pm Session, City Hall, 1pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

• Family Programs • Family Programs Free • Family Programs Free OC Museum, 10am 15 • Starpower National Talent16 OC Museum, 10am 17 18 • Family Programs Free 19 20 21 • Family Programs • Starpower National Talent Competition, Conv. Ctr. • Starpower National Talent Free OC Museum, 10am OC Museum, 10am Competition, Conv. Ctr. • Movies on the Beach Free Competition, Conv. Ctr. • Starpower National Talent • Starpower National Talent Competition, Conv. Ctr. • Family Programs • Ocean Games • OC Cruzers Car Display Free 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm • Family Beach Olympics Free Free 2:30-6:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm 27th St, 6:30-8:30pm Competition, Conv. Ctr. • Sunset Park Party Nights Free OC Museum, 10am Caroline St. Beach, 8am-5pm • Family Programs • OC Tuna Tournament • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free • OC Beach Dance Party Free • Movies on the Beach Free “Full Circle,” • Movies on the Beach Free Free • Sundaes in the Park Free • Mayor & City Council Regular • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm S. Division St, 7-9pm 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm OC Museum, 10am • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

• Family Programs Free • Family Programs • Family Programs 22 OC Museum, 10am 23 Free 24 25 26 • Family Programs Free 27 • Huk Big Fish Classic 28 OC Museum, 10am • Family Programs • Family Programs • USSSA World Series Opening Free Free OC Museum, 10am • O’Neill East Coast Grom Tour • Family Beach Olympics Free OC Museum, 10am • Sunset Park Party Nights Free • Huk Big Fish Classic • Movies on the Beach Free • Greek Festival Free • OC Beach Dance Party Free • Movies on the Beach Free “Bob Lougheed & Memphis • Family Programs Free 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm • Greek Festival Free Conv. Ctr, 12-11pm OC Museum, 10am • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm Mafia,” S. Division St, 7-9pm Conv. Ctr, 12-11pm • Mind, Body & Spirit Festival • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Sundaes in the Park Free • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free • Movies on the Beach Free • OC Beach Patrol Northside Park, 7-9pm • Mayor & City Council Regular • Mayor & City Council 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm Crew Comps, 8th St, 6:45pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Work Session, City Hall, 1pm JULY YOUTH CAMPS • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

• Family Programs 2–3: Surfing 10–13: Jr. Beach Patrol 23–24: Surfing July 30–Aug 2: Art, Ballerina • Family Programs • Family Programs Free Free 29 • Jesus at the Beach Music 30 • Jesus at the Beach Music 31 2–6: Camp Horizon, Boys Lax 12: Jr. Beach Patrol Seminar 23–26: Art, Soccer, Drama, Beach Babies, Showtime • Huk Big Fish Classic & Ministry Festival & Ministry Festival 3–6: Scamper Camp 16–18: SUP Tennis Academy, Rising Star Dance Camp, Flag Football, • O’Neill East Coast Grom Tour • Greek Festival Free • Family Beach Olympics Free 9–11: Boogie Board, Kayak 16–19: Art, Girls Lax, Soccer Tennis, Pee Wee Tennis Robot, Model Rocket, Indoor • Greek Festival Free Conv. Ctr, 12-9pm • OC Beach Dance Party Free 9–12: Art, Golf, Skate, Soccer, 16–20: Camp Horizon 23–27: Camp Horizon Volleyball Conv. Ctr, 12-9pm • Movies on the Beach • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Tennis Academy, Rising Stars 17–19: Scamper Camp 24–26: Scamper Camp July 30–Aug 3: Jr. Beach • Sundaes in the Park Free 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm Free • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free Tennis, Pee Wee Tennis 17–20: Jr. Beach Patrol 24–27: Jr. Beach Patrol, Patrol, Camp Horizon Northside Park, 7-9pm • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free • Mayor & City Council Work 9–13: Camp Horizon 18–20: Fishing Nature July 31–Aug 2: Scamper • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Session, City Hall, 1pm 10–12: Scamper Camp 19: Jr. Beach Patrol Seminar 26: Jr. Beach Patrol Seminar Camp

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 9 10

July 30–Aug 1: Jesus at the Beach Aug 5: Children’s Day on the Bay 7th Annual! Free! Aug 8–12: Artists Paint OC: Plein Air Event Music & Ministry Festival 24th Annual! Free! Sunset Park, S. Philadelphia Ave. on the bay, 12-4pm. Hosted by the OC Center for the Arts, 94th St. & Bay, townwide. Starts Wed. at 7:30am, end Festival: Conv. Ctr, 10am-1pm. Praise music on the beach, Caroline St. Museum Society. The public is invited to enjoy this family-friendly event filled Sun at 8pm. WET PAINT SALE SHOW & RECEPTION: Aug. 11, Center for Stage, 7-10pm. Annual music & ministry festival with family-oriented with music, games, live animals, activities & much more. 410.289.4991 the Arts, 94th St. & Bay, 6-8pm. QUICK DRAW COMPETITION: Aug. 12, Christian praise music, drama & dance. jesusatthebeach.org S. Division St & Boardwalk, 9am-11am painting, 11:30am-1pm judging & Aug 5, 12, 19, 26: Sundaes in the Park Free! sale. Sponsored by the Art League of OC, this annual event draws artists from DAILY THROUGH Aug 25: Family Summer Programs Free! Behind Northside Park complex, 125th St, 7-9pm (rain or shine). Create all over to paint picturesque scenes of the OC area. Watch artists at work as Boardwalk Tram Station, just north of the Life-Saving Station Museum at your own sundae (for a small fee), sit back & listen to live music while they set up their easels along the Boardwalk, bayside & beaches. The Quick the south end of the Boardwalk, 10am (lasts approx. 30 min.). Great free watching the sunset over the bay. Children’s entertainment is also presented. Draw Painting Event will cap off the weekend as artists race to complete a summer program for the entire family! Enjoy fun facts & topics – a different painting in only two hours. Purchase their freshly painted works right from 45th Annual! subject each day. ocmuseum.org Aug 6-10: White Marlin Open their easels. 410.524.9433, artleagueofoceancity.org Harbour Island Marina, 14th St. & the Bay, Weigh-ins 4–9pm. “World's DAILY THROUGH Sept 2: OC Beach Lights Free! Largest & Richest Billfish Tournament” is held in Ocean City, “The White Marlin Aug 16–18: Capt. Steve Harman’s Poor girls Open N. Division St. Beach, 125th St, 9-11pm. OC will light up the sky on the Board- Capital of the World!” Over 300 boats vie for over $2 million in prize money. Bahia Marina, 21st & 22nd St. Ladies-only billfish release tournament walk with an exciting light display & thrilling show! Painting the Boardwalk & Thousands of spectators’ flock to the Inlet in the pre-dawn hours to cheer for benefiting breast cancer research. There are also added entry levels for tuna the sky, the lights & music are unlike anything you’ve ever seen before on the the boats large & small as they head out to sea in search of gamefish worth & dolphin. This tournament was started by Capt. Steve Harman as a way for Eastern Shore! Every 20 min. the lights will change creating a new effect! their weight in gold. Thousands more gather to view the weigh-ins to cheer local waitresses & bartenders to have an affordable & fun competition while as fortunes change hands with the tip of a scale. Come watch the fish weigh- raising money for a very important cause. The tournament continues to grow Aug 1, 8, 15, 22, 29: Movies on the Beach - Uptown Free! ins – spectators watch free of charge! The tournament awards prize money with 100+ boats entering. Silent auctions, 50/50 tickets, t-shirts for sale & 118th St. Beach in front of Carousel Hotel, 8:30pm. Bring your beach chair for catches of white marlin, blue marlin, tuna, wahoo, dolphin & shark. fun events! bahiamarina.com or a blanket. All movies are subject to change. In the event of inclement Registration fees for participating boats. whitemarlinopen.com weather, the movie will be held inside the Carousel Hotel. Aug 23–26: OC Jeep Week 9th Annual! Aug 6, 7, 13, 14, 20, 21, 27, 28: Beach Fireworks Free! Townwide. Beach Crawl each day at Jolly Roger 29th St. bayside back park- Aug 2, 9, 16, 23, 30: Sunset Park Party Nights Free! N. Division St. Beach, Time: 10:30pm. Come join us for fireworks on Mondays ing lot, 6:30am-7:15am. Jeep Parade: 29th St. to the Inlet, 7:30-9:15am. S. Division St. on the Bay, 7-9pm. Enjoy a free concert while watching the & Tuesdays! Fireworks will be visible along the Boardwalk. You don’t need a Jeep to check out all the fun! Daily passes are available. sunset over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in OC! Beverages Family fun event with 250+ Jeeps participating in Beach Crawls, Jeep Jams & beer for sale. It is recommended that attendees bring their own seating. Aug 7, 14: Family Beach Olympics Free! & Show & Shines! Plus, kick-off party, vendors & more! ocjeepweek.com 27th St. Beach, 6:30-8:30pm. Sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relay races Aug 3, 6, 10, 13, 17: Movies on the Beach - Downtown Free! & more! All activities are free. Parents are asked to stay with their children. Aug 25: ESA Summer Surf Series - Contest #4 27th St. Beach in front of Commander Hotel, 8:30pm. Bring your beach Assateague State Park, 7:30am-5pm. Delmarva Eastern Surfing Assoc. ama- chair or a blanket! Movies are subject to change & are weather permitting. Aug 7, 14, 21, 28: OC Beach Dance Party Free! teur surfing qualifying event. (deadline entry: 8/23) delmarva.surfesa.org Caroline St. Stage on the Beach, 7-9pm. Dance the evening away in the Aug 4: Beach 5 Sand Soccer sand with interactive live entertainment by various DJs! Grab your beach chair, Aug 26-Sept 9 : Ocean City Hotel Week Talbot St. to 1st St. Beach. Family-focused soccer tournament on the beach. blanket & friends & come early to get a prime spot! Participating Hotels Townwide. Many OC properties offer discounts & free beach5sandsoccer.com nights. *Excludes Labor Day weekend. oceancityhotelweek.com

FEATURED EVENT Ocean City, Maryland NeW! August 25–26 Free ADMISSIoN! Northside Park, 125th St. & the Bay (Rain or Shine!) Sat. 12pm-8pm, Sun. 9am-3pm 410.250.0125 • ococean.com

Express yourself at Ocean City’s newest and most exciting showcase of the arts! ArtX, the event with so much to offer in a beautiful environment. Discover a variety of artists, from around the country as well as local artists with work on display and to sell. Films from the OC Film Fest will be screened on-site. A variety of music will keep you entertained while you enjoy a selection of food trucks, gourmet vendors, beer and wine. Interactive and unique art activities will provide children an opportunity to create their own masterpiece. The Art League of Ocean City will provide registration for on-site workshops to further explore your talents. All of this and the beauty and fun that comes with a day in the park. An event in partnership with the Art League of Ocean City. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Remember to Walk Smart! Always It’s BBQ Season! Remember to prac- Use “Beach Smarts” every day before you play: apply use a designated crosswalk & cross tice safety in the kitchen! Never leave sunscreen liberally & often, drink plenty of water, wear eye with the traffic signal. Also, expect cooking unattended! Before leaving protection, establish landmarks with children & know that AUGUST 2018 delayed traffic during White Marlin your beach house, make sure to lifeguards are a safe person to go to if they get separated Open (6-10) & Motor Events (23-26). winterize your unit for frozen pipes. from family. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

AUGUST YOUTH CAMPS • Family Programs Free To register: 410.250.0125 / ocsportscamps.com OC Museum, 10am 123• Family Programs Free • Family Programs Free 4 OC Museum, 10am • Jesus at the Beach Free OC Museum, 10am 6–7: Surfing 7–10: Jr. Beach Patrol 14–17: Jr. Beach Patrol • Sunset Park • 1st Friday Art Exhibit 6–8: Baseball, Kayak 8–10: Fishing 15–17: Fishing Ministry Festival, Conv. Ctr, 10am-1pm, Music on the Party Nights Free Opening Reception Free • Family Programs Free 6–9: Girls Basketball, Tennis 9: Jr. Beach Patrol Seminar 16: Jr. Beach Patrol Seminar beach, N. Division St, 7-10pm “British Invasion” Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm OC Museum, 10am Academy, Rising Star Tennis, 12: Jr. Beach Patrol Seminar 20–23: Lego • Movies on the Beach Free (Beatles Tribute Band) • Movies on the Beach Free • Beach 5 Sand Soccer, Pee Wee Tennis 13–15: SUP, Softball 21–24: Nature 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm S. Division St. & Bay, 7-9pm 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm Talbot St. to 1st St. Beach 6–10: Camp Horizon 13–16: Skate • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

• Family Programs • Family Programs Free • Family Programs Free • Family Programs 5 Free 6 • Artists Paint OC 789OC Museum, 10am 10 11 Free • Movies on the Beach • Artists Paint OC OC Museum, 10am Free • Family Beach Olympics Free • Artists Paint OC • Family Programs Free • Family Programs Free • Children’s Day 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm 27th St, 6:30-8:30pm • Family Programs Free • Sunset Park OC Museum, 10am OC Museum, 10am • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm OC Museum, 10am on the Bay, Free • OC Beach Dance Party Free Party Nights Free • Artists Paint OC • Artists Paint OC Sunset Park, 12-4pm • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Movies on the Beach Free “Lower Case Blues” • Movies on the Beach Free • Artists Paint OC Wet Paint 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm • Sundaes in the Park Free • Mayor & City Council Regular • Beach Fireworks Free S. Division St, 7-9pm 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm Sale Show & Reception Northside Park, 7-9pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm N. Division St, 10:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm OC Center for the Arts, 6-8pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm WHITE MARLIN OPEN • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm

• Family • Family Programs • Capt. Steve • Family Programs Programs Free 12 13 OC Museum, 10am 14 15 Harman’s Poor Girls 16 Free 17 18 OC Museum, 10am • Family Programs Free • Family Beach Olympics Open, Bahia Marina OC Museum, 10am OC Museum, 10am Free • Artists Paint OC 27th St, 6:30-8:30pm • Family Programs Free • Capt. Steve Harman’s • Movies on the Beach • OC Cruzers Car Display Free Free • OC Beach Dance Party Free • Family Programs Free OC Museum, 10am Poor Girls Open, • Family Programs Free 2:30-6:30pm 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm OC Museum, 10am • Sunset Park Bahia Marina, 21st & 22nd St. OC Museum, 10am • Sundaes in the Park Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Beach Fireworks, 10:30pm Free • Movies on the Beach Free Party Nights Free • Movies on the Beach Free • Capt. Steve Harman’s Northside Park, 7-9pm • Beach Fireworks Free • Mayor & City Council 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm S. Division St, 7-9pm 27th St. Beach, 8:30pm Poor Girls Open • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm N. Division St, 10:30pm Work Session, City Hall, 1pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • ESA Summer Surf 19 20 21 22 23 24 Series - Contest #4 25 • Family Programs Free • Family Programs Free • Family Programs Free • ART X Free OC Museum, 10am OC Museum, 10am OC Museum, 10am Northside Park, 125th St, • Family Programs Free • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Dance Party Free • Family Programs Free • Sunset Park 12pm-8pm OC Museum, 10am • Beach Fireworks Free Caroline St. Stage, 7-9pm OC Museum, 10am Party Nights Free • Family Programs Free • Last Day for Family Programs, • Sundaes in the Park Free N. Division St, 10:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • Movies on the Beach Free S. Division St, 7-9pm OC Museum, 10am OC Museum, 10am Free Northside Park, 7-9pm • Mayor & City Council Regular • Beach Fireworks Free 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm N. Division St, 10:30pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm OC JEEP WEEK APPLY FOR OR RENEW • ART X Free 27 • OC Beach Dance Party Free28 29 • Sunset Park 30 31 YOUR PASSPORT! Northside Park, 125th St,26 Caroline St. Stage, 7-9pm Party Nights Free Passport applications are 9am-3pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm S. Division St. & Bay, 7-9pm available & accepted in the • Sundaes in the Park Free • Beach Fireworks • Sunset Park Northside Park, 7-9pm Free City Clerk’s Office, City Hall, • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm N. Division St, 10:30pm • Movies on the Beach Free Party Nights Free room 220, 9am–3pm. • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm Call • Beach Fireworks Free • Mayor & City Council 118th St. Beach, 8:30pm S. Division St, 7-9pm before you visit! 410.289.8824. • OC Hotel Week begins N. Division St, 10:30pm Work Session, City Hall, 1pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm In addition, passport photos OC JEEP WEEK • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week are offered for $15 + tax.

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 11 12 Aug 26–Sept 9: OC Hotel Week Sept 11: Sept. 11 Memorial Spot Fishing Tournament Sept 21–23: gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show Participating Hotels Townwide. Many OC properties offer discounts & free OC Fishing Center, 12940 Inlet Isle Lane, West OC, 5-8pm. Fun for all ages! Conv. Ctr, Fri 12-6pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Fine jewelry, fashion nights. *Excludes Labor Day weekend. oceancityhotelweek.com Fish from docks, no skill needed. ocfishing.com jewelry, sterling silver jewelry, wire-wrapped jewelry, beads, pearls, loose gemstones, minerals, crystals & fossils. treasuresoftheearth.com DAILY THROUGH Sept 2: OC Beach Lights Free! Sept 13–16: OC Bikefest N. Division St. Beach, 125th St, 9-11pm. OC will light up the sky on the Board- Inlet Lot, Boardwalk Stage, Ocean Stage & Conv. Ctr, Thurs-Sat, Inlet Lot, Sept 22–23: Park Place Jewelers’ walk with an exciting light display & thrilling show! Painting the Boardwalk & 11am-8pm, Conv. Ctr, 9am-7pm, Conv. Ctr, 9am-4pm. OC Bikefest features Treasure Hunt on the Beach Free!* the sky, the lights & music are unlike anything you’ve ever seen before on the national entertainment & bands! Plus, welcome center, stunt shows, bike Park Place Jewelers, between 2nd-3rd St. Beach, Sat 4-5pm, Sun 1-2pm. Eastern Shore! Every 20 min. the lights will change creating a new effect! builders, vendors, Nascar Simulator, food & beverage, official merchandise & Dig in the sand for buried treasure at the beach in front of Park Place Jewelers much more! ocbikefest.com on 3rd Street! Prizes include jewelry, diamonds, gemstones & gift certificates Sept 2: Sundaes in the Park Free! to area restaurants & retailers. Must register in-person at Park Place Jewelers Behind Northside Park complex, 125th St, 7-9pm (rain or shine). Create Sept 15: Fall Movie Night in the Park Free! Boardwalk location or Rt. 50 West Ocean City location. Up to 100 participants your own sundae (for a small fee), sit back & listen to live music while Northside Park, 125th St. & the Bay, 7pm. Bring a beach chair or blanket! per hunt & must be at least 18 years old. *Free entry with $15 donation to watching the sunset over the bay. Children’s entertainment is also presented. Concession stand open to purchase popcorn, candy & more. Believe in Tomorrow Children’s Foundation. parkplacejewelers.com Sept 3: Beach Fireworks Free! Sept 17: OC Blood Drive Sept 23: Out of the Darkness Walk N. Division St. Beach, Time: 10:30pm. Come join us for fireworks on Mondays Conv. Ctr, 8am-6pm. Blood Bank of Delmarva’s mobile blood drive in OC Caroline St. & Boardwalk Registration 9am, Walk 10am. Join the effort to & Tuesdays! Fireworks will be visible along the Boardwalk. where the whole town comes together to support the blood drive. City & raise funds to benefit American Foundation for Suicide Prevention to support county employees are encouraged to donate & are allowed to donate on work survivors of suicide loss. afsp.donordrive.com/event/oceancity Sept 8: Maryland State Surfing Championships time. delmarvablood.org 35th St. (no surf/bad weather date: 9/9). Part of the Delmarva Eastern Sept 28–29: Wine On The Beach 23rd Annual! Surfing Association ESA Summer Surf Series. (Entry deadline: 9/6) Sept 20: Brown Box Theatre presents... As You Like It Free! Inlet Lot, 11am-7pm, rain or shine. The perennial OC fall favorite! The Festival delmarva.surfesa.org Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay, 7:30-9pm. The Forest of Arden comes alive! features Maryland wines & a vast array of wine offerings & regional cuisine Brown Box Theatre’s As You Like It will transport audiences into the heart of from several vendors. Also featured are arts & craft vendors & assorted micro- Sept 8: “Brews on the Beach” ShoreCraft Beer Fest one of Shakespeare’s most beloved comedies. brownboxtheatre.org brewed beers for purchase. Popular local recording artists will provide en- Location: TBA, 12:30-4:30pm. Oldest OC craft beer fest! 30+ craft beers from tertainment on the oceanfront stage throughout the festival. Stroll from local breweries only. Plus, live music & food trucks. shorecraftbeerfest.com Sept 20–21: Sand Castle Home Tour 14th Annual! winery to winery with the souvenir tasting glass that comes with admission. Designated Homes Townwide, 9:30am-4pm. Sponsored by Art League of Admission cost includes a commemorative wine glass & sample coupons. For Sept 9: Flounder Pounder Fishing Tournament Ocean City. Self-guided driving tour of 10 unique OC area homes. Tickets $30. Bahia Marina, 21st & 22nd St, Sign-up 8-9:30am. A lot of fun & great for those who don’t drink, admission includes commemorative wine glass & Proceeds benefit the Art League of Ocean City. artleagueofoceancity.com unlimited soft drinks from the designated driver location. winefest.com kids! Fish from a boat or rent a skiff, skimmer or pontoon. bahiamarina.com Sept 20–23 : Sunfest Kite Festival Free! Sept 29–30: OC Coin & Currency Show Free! Sept 11: 9/11 Parade of Brothers Motorcycle Ride Free! Beach between 3rd-6th St. Spectacular kite-flying, kite-making workshops Conv. Ctr, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10am-4pm. 30 coin & currency dealers will Boardwalk, 27th St. to N. Division St, 8:30am-1pm. Boardwalk motorcycle & kite battles. Thousands of spectators travel to see master kite flyers from be buying & selling U.S. & World coins & currency. Free admission & free parade & memorial service to commemorate 9/11. around the world showcase their aerial displays of art. kiteloft.com appraisals. coinshows.com

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Ocean City, MarylandSeptember 20–23 Free ADMISSIoN!* Inlet Lot (Rain or Shine!) Thurs.–Sat. 10am-10pm Sun. 10am-6pm 800.626.2326 • ococean.com *Certain concerts will require the purchase of reserved seat tickets

Rated as “One of the Top 100 Best Classic & Contemporary Craft Shows in the Country” (by Sunshine Artist Magazine), Sunfest celebrates its 44th year as OC’s biggest & best festival! Sunfest artists will delight your senses with their art & craft creations. Demonstrating artists will amaze you with their unique talents. Over 30 food vendors will awaken your taste buds with delicious foods from famous Eastern Shore delicacies to pit beef, gyros, Asian cuisine & many more. Enjoy free live entertainment on two stages all day long. Children will enjoy hayrides & inflatables on the beach. Sunfest 2018 has something for everyone. Admission to the four-day event is free! All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts: Forever Tina “The World’s #1 Tina Turner Revue” (Thurs, 9/20, 8pm), The Cadillac Three (Fri, 9/21, 8pm) & American Idol star Daughtry (Sat, 9/22, 8pm). Tickets are on sale at the Convention Center Box Office Mon–Fri 9am-4pm or by contacting TicketMaster at 800.551.SEAT or ticketmaster.com. Visit ococean.com for up-to-date info & complete entertainment line-up. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Trailer parking is prohibited on Baltimore Avenue Practice your home escape Keep your feet in the sand, until a lifeguard’s at ALL TIMES. Trailer parking in municipal lots/ plan & emergency meeting in the stand! Never swim when the Beach Pa- streets require permits May 1-Oct. 31. Also, expect spot. Pick a place outside to trol is OFF DUTY & remember to swim near a SEPTEMBER 2018 delayed traffic during Motor Events: OC Bike- meet & make sure everyone lifeguard. Sunday of Sunfest is the last day fest (13-16) & UNSANCTIONED H20i (28-30) knows where it is. Beach Patrol is in the stands for the season. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Election Reminder! Town of OC Municipal Election on Nov. 6 ENROLL IN OCEAN CITY UNIvERSITY! 1 e municipal election, held on November 6, 2018, will coincide with Federal & Ocean City University (OCU) is a series of courses that provide citizens with a diverse educational State General Elections. e polls, held at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, background in municipal government & services. Classes are held on Wednesdays 6-9pm in early open promptly at 7am and close at 8pm. You must register by October 16, 2018. September through mid-November. The 10-week program provides students with a better To vote for the municipal election, voters must either vote in person understanding of town services, our municipal government’s role & its relationship with citizens, as at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center or by absentee ballot. well as continues to build the relationship between government & residents to improve our community’s • OC Beach For more information about the Town of Ocean City municipal election, quality of life. Space is available on a first-come, first-serve basis; minimum of 25 participants. Lights, 9-11pm contact the City Clerk’s Office at 410.289.8824. Also, see page 3 of this publication DEADLINE FOR APPLICATIONS IS SEPT. 1. TUITION IS FREE! For more info, visit oceancitymd.gov. • OC Hotel Week 2 Labor Day 3 45678

• MD State Surfing Championships, 35th St. • Sundaes in the Park Free • Beach Fireworks Free • 1st Friday Art Exhibit • “Brews on the Beach” Northside Park, 7-9pm N. Division St, 10:30pm • Mayor & City Council Regular Opening Reception Free ShoreCraft Beer Fest, • OC Beach Lights, 9-11pm • OC Hotel Week Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm 12:30-4:30pm • OC Hotel Week • Town Offices closed • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week • OC Hotel Week

Grandparents Day 9/11 Day of Service International Rosh Hashanah (begins) 9 10 & Remembrance 11 12 13 14Coastal Cleanup Day 15 (world’s largest volunteer day Rosh Hashanah (ends) to collect & document any • 9/11 Parade of Brothers Free debris littering our coastline) • Flounder Pounder • 9/11 Spot Fishing Tourney • Fall Movie Night • OC Cruzers Car Display Free • MVA Mobile Van Free Northside Park, 125th St, 7pm & Music, 2:30-6:30pm • Mayor & City Council • OC Hotel Week ends Work Session, City Hall, 1pm OC BIKEFEST Yom Kippur (begins) Yom Kippur (ends) Autumn Equinox 16 17 18 19 • SUNFEST OPENS Free 20 21 22 Inlet Lot, 10am-10pm • SUNFEST • SUNFEST Free Free Inlet Lot, 10am-10pm • Sunfest Kite Festival Inlet Lot, 10am-10pm Free • Sunfest Kite Festival 3rd to 6th St. Beach • Sunfest Kite Festival Free Free • OC Surfin’ Softball Fall Classic 3rd to 6th St. Beach • OC Blood Drive, • Sand Castle Home Tour • Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show Conv. Ctr, 8am-6pm • As You Like It Free • Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show Conv. Ctr, 10am-5pm • Mayor & City Council Regular Northside Park, 125th St, Conv. Ctr, 12-6pm • Park Place Jewelers Treasure OC BIKEFEST Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 7:30-9pm • Sand Castle Home Tour Hunt, 2nd-3rd St, 4-5pm

• SUNFEST Free • Out o/t Darkness Walk23 24 25 26 27 28 • National parks are free 29 • Sunfest Kite Festival admission to everyone on National Public Lands Day • Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show • Beach Patrol’s Emergency • Park Place Jewelers Treasure • OC Coin & Currency Show, Mobile Patrol starts duty; Conv. Ctr, 10am-6pm • Last Day for OCBP in stands continues thru Columbus Day • Wine on the Beach, • Wine on the Beach, • OC Coin & Currency, (NO GUARDED BEACHES) Inlet Lot, 11am-7pm Inlet Lot, 11am-7pm Conv. Ctr, 10am-4pm 30 • Coastal Hwy. Beach Bus • Mayor & City Council UNSANCTIONED H20i Car Event Fall Schedule begins Work Session, City Hall, 1pm UNSANCTIONED H20 International (H20i) vW/Audi Event

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 13 14

NeW! Oct 4: Rockapella Oct 14: Run the Boards Like Rob 5K Oct 27: golf Tournament: Swing For Youth golf Open Performing Arts Ctr, 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm). Rockapella sings original Near the Inlet Lot, Registration 8am, Race 9am. All proceeds to benefit the Eagle’s Landing Golf Course, West OC, 8:30am Breakfast Buffet & Putting vocal music & a cappella covers of pop & rock songs. Their sound has evolved LLLR Memorial Endowment Fund. runsignup.com Contest, Shotgun Start 10am. 4-player Florida scramble. Contests, raffle tick- from high-energy pop & world music toward a more R&B-style sound. Tickets ets, mulligans, BBQ & more. Proceeds benefit youth programs. 410.213.7277 at TicketMaster.com or 800.551.7328. ocmdperformingartscenter.com Oct 14–28: OC Restaurant Week Participating Restaurants Townwide. Many restaurants create special fixed- Oct 27–28: Autumn Home & Condo Show 21st Annual! Oct 4-7: Endless Summer Cruisin price menus designed to tempt your taste buds. No passes, tickets or coupons Conv. Ctr, Sat 10am-6pm, Sun 10-4pm. Designed for homeowners in all Inlet Lot & Conv. Ctr, Thur–Sat 9am-5pm, Sun 9am-3pm, Boardwalk required. Reservations are recommended. oceancityrestaurantweek.com stages of remodeling, landscaping & decorating. Exhibitors with merchandise, Parades (27th St. to Inlet): Thurs, Fri, Sat, 8am-ish. Awards Ceremony on Oct 20: Making Strides Against Breast Cancer 5K product demos, expert advice & in/exterior displays. Inspires homeowners Sun at 2pm on Inlet Stage. 2,000+ hot rods, crazy customs, cool classics, with ideas on enhancing home comfort & functionality. oceanpromotions.info muscle cars, street machines, trick trucks & more on exhibit. Plus, vendors, Inlet Lot, Registration 7:30am, Race 9am. Run/walk event raises money to live entertainment, celebrities, trophies, Indoor Car Show, Collector Car fund research & support programs. makingstrideswalk.org/oceancitymd Oct 28: “OCtoberfest” ShoreCraft Beer Fest 4th Annual! Auction & much more. endlesssummercruisin.com Oct 25-31: Local’s Appreciation Week Sunset Park, S. Philadelphia Ave, Bayside, 12:30-4:30pm. Family-friendly Oct 5: Family Bonfire on the Beach OC Life-Saving Station Museum, South end of Boardwalk, 10am-4pm. event full of local beer & tastings from the best breweries on the Eastern 130th St. Beach, 6-8pm; weather permitting. S’mores, hot cocoa, story- Free admission to museum for Delmarva Locals. Free parking in the Inlet Lot Shore who are producing world-class beer. You can't beat the beauty of this telling & live music! Bring your beach chairs for a night of fun! Pre- will be available. 10% discount on most items. Plus, a few books & DVDs about location, so if you want great beer & a great party with live music & enter- registration requested; registration also accepted on-site. Under 16 must be Ocean City history at 50% off! ocmuseum.org tainment, local food & local crafts, then get your tickets today! VIP tickets or accompanied by an adult. Pets welcome (on a leash please). Admission. regular admission. This is a pet-friendly event. shorecraftbeerfest.com NeW! Oct 26–27: Paranormal Investigation Oct 5-6: Mid-Atlantic Surf Fishing Tournament OC Life-Saving Station Museum, South end of Boardwalk. The Paranormal 30th St. to 119th St. Beach. Participants must be pre-registered, have a team "Dead of Night" will lead guests on an investigation using equipment Sponsor a Tree on “The Avenue ofTrees” permit to drive on the beach & hold a valid Maryland Saltwater Fishing such as an EVP recorder & an EMF meter to detect & communicate with the Businesses, organizations & individuals may sponsor a Christmas tree on Baltimore Ave. The 5-year sponsorship offers 2 signs (1 facing southbound traffic, 1 facing License. oceancitysurfanglersmd.com supernatural. Touring room to room, guests will learn about the history of the 127-year-old building. Ticket sales open October 1. ocmuseum.org northbound traffic) to recognize your contribution toward keeping Downtown Oct 12-13: Ocean City Corvette Weekend OC beautiful during the holiday season. Fee is $2,000 (36% of the actual cost to Clarion Hotel, 101st St. (Fri 11am-10pm) & Inlet Lot (Sat 7:30am-10pm). Oct 27: Seaside 10-Mile / 5K Run purchase & maintain each tree annually over 5 years). Must fill out sponsorship 1,200+ Corvette enthusiasts & owners from Canada to Florida. Car shows, Boardwalk & Inlet Lot, 9am, rain or shine. Race course includes the Board- application by Oct. 31. Signs will be created following application acceptance & receipt of initial payment. Opportunities are limited! Call 410.250.0125. road rallies, parade & more raise money for charity. freestatecorvette.com walk! Registration fee for participants. octrirunning.com

FEATURED EVENTS Ocean City, Maryland Oct 20: Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade Free! Oct 20-21, 27-28: Beach Maze Free! Boardwalk at N. Division St, Registration 12pm, Pageant 1pm. Boardwalk at N. Division St. Beach, 10am-6pm; weather Dress up your dog, cat, bird or other family pet & showcase your permitting. Family fun! Wicked witches, pirates of the sand, creativity or sit back, relax & cheer for your favorite contestant. scary scarecrows, ghouls in the graveyard, zombies & more await Each entry gets their moment in the spotlight. Lots of prizes & your arrival. Be there if you dare! specialeventpro.com surprises will be awarded. Event is free to participate; please bring donations of pet supplies & monetary donations to benefit Oct 24: Annual Senior Haunted Bingo Free! the Worcester County Humane Society. specialeventpro.com OC Senior Ctr, 41st St. & the Bay, 10am-12pm. Prizes for bingo Oct 20: Drive In Disguise winners & best costumes. Ages 50+. Enjoy coffee & doughnuts. & Halloween Parade 8th Annual! Free! Oct 27: Big Toys on the Boardwalk Free! Boardwalk 27th St. to Inlet Lot, 3pm. Halloween decorated cars On the Boardwalk around the Amusement Pier & Inlet Parking will parade down the boardwalk from 27th St. to the Inlet Lot. Lot, 11am-1pm. An experience for the kid in all of us! Vehicles to There will be voting for the best decorated cars. Trunk-or-Treat touch, climb in, take photos with & simply enjoy – OC beach will take place after the parade on the boardwalk between tractor, wheel loader, articulating bus, Beach Patrol ATV, OC Caroline & Wicomico Streets. There is no fee, but you must Police Cruiser, boat, Dodge Challenger Hellcat & more! register & show proof of insurance to drive. Open to everyone! downtownassociation.net Oct 28: Halloween “Spook Out” Party Oct 20: Northside Park, 125th St, 1-3pm. Popular family fun event with Oct 27: The great Pumpkin Race Free! Trunk-or-Treat Free! costume contests, carnival games, face painting, Halloween- Boardwalk at N. Division St, Registration 12pm, Races 1pm. Wacky & zany side-by-side race Boardwalk south of Caroline St. & north of amusement pier, inspired arts & crafts, hayrides, snacks, refreshments & more! featuring wild & tricked-out pumpkin race cars. Racers of all ages create their very own 3:40pm. Begins as the Drive In Disguise participants gets parked Parents are encouraged to dress up, too! Admission is a single, pumpkin race car & enjoy a fun-spirited good ol’ fashion bump & bang pumpkin race. & set up; they have the option of participating in this candy & wrapped bag of candy per child. Prizes will be awarded for creativity & winners. specialeventpro.com treat giveaway. Lasts as long as participants have treats to give. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Trailer parking is prohibited on Baltimore It’s National Fire Prevention NO GUARDED BEACHES. Guards are in the stands from Avenue at ALL TIMES. Trailer parking in munic- Month! Visit OCFD on Face- Saturday of Memorial Day weekend to Sunday of Sunfest ipal lots/streets require permits May 1-October book at OCMDFD for daily Weekend. In the off-season, you don’t have these life OCTOBER 2018 31. Also, expect delayed traffic during Motor tips or visit nfpa.org. savers watching over you (OCBP’s Emergency Mobile Events: Endless Summer Cruisin (4-7) & OC Patrol Ends Duty on Columbus Day.) Corvette Weekend (12-23). SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

This calendar • Last day for Kayak, SUP & Lagoon Paddle Boat Rentals 1 2345• Mid-Atlantic Surf Fishing 6 is published Tourney, 30th-119th St. far in advance, for the season, • 1st Friday Art Exhibit so be sure to check Northside Park, 8am-7pm • OC Tennis Center closes Opening Reception Free OCOCEAN.COM for the season, 61st St, • Rockapella, Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm for a more (courts open for yr-round use) Performing Arts Ctr, • Family Bonfire on the Beach, • Mid-Atlantic Surf Fishing complete listing of • Mayor & City Council Regular 8pm (doors open at 7:30pm) 130th St, 6-8pm Tourney, 30th St. to 119th St. Ocean City events! Meeting, City Hall, 6pm ENDLESS SUMMER CRUISIN National Fire Columbus Day Deadline to file for Prevention Week 7 8 candidacy to run 9 10 11 12 13 (Oct. 7-13) for City Office • MVA Mobile Van 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. • Beach Patrol’s Emergency 10am-2pm Mobile Patrol Ends Duty • Mayor & City Council ENDLESS SUMMER CRUISIN • Town Offices closed Work Session, City Hall, 1pm OCEAN CITY CORvETTE WEEKEND National Boss’s Day • Making Strides Against 14 15 16 17 18 19Breast Cancer 5K, 20 Deadline to register Inlet Lot, Race 9am • Run the Boards to vote in Town of OC • Beach Maze Free Like Rob 5K, Municipal & general • Howl-O-Ween Pet Parade Free near the Inlet Lot, Elections • Drive In Disguise Registration 8am, • Mayor & City Council Regular & Halloween Parade, 3pm Race 9am Meeting, City Hall, 6pm • Trunk-or-Treat, 3:40pm • OC Restaurant Week begins • OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week

• OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week • Annual Senior • Local’s Appreciation • Paranormal Investigation • Seaside 10-Mile/5K 21 22 23 Haunted Bingo Free 24 Week begins 25 • Local’s Week 26 • Swing For Youth Golf 27 • OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week • OC Restaurant Week • Autumn Home & Condo Show Conv. Ctr, 10am-6pm End of the Month: Fall Water Flushing — The Town of Ocean City’s Public Works Department will begin conducting the fall • Beach Maze Free • Big Toys on the Boardwalk • Beach Maze Free hydrant flushing of the water system at the end of October. The hydrant flushing, which is done bi-annually, is typically scheduled to be done during the early morning hours. Residents & businesses are reminded that after flushing there may be a slight discoloration of the • The Great Pumpkin Race Boardwalk & N. Division St, • Paranormal Investigation 10am-6pm water. This is not harmful & will dissipate after a short time. If you wish to clear your pipes, run cold water for several minutes until • Local’s Appreciation Week • OC Restaurant Week the water runs clear. For questions or concerns about hydrant flushing, contact Public Works Water Department at 410.524.8388. • OC Restaurant Week • Autumn Home Halloween & Condo Show 28 29 30 31 Election Reminder! Town of OC Municipal Election on Nov. 6 • Beach Maze Free e municipal election, held on November 6, 2018, will coincide with Federal & Boardwalk & N. Division St. State General Elections. e polls, held at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center, • Halloween Spook-Out Party, open promptly at 7am and close at 8pm. You must register by October 16, 2018. Northside Park, 1-3pm To vote for the municipal election, voters must either vote in person • ShoreCraft Beer Fest • Local’s Appreciation Week • Local’s Appreciation Week ends at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center or by absentee ballot. • Local’s Appreciation Week • Mayor & City Council • “The Avenue of Trees” For more information about the Town of Ocean City municipal election, • OC Restaurant Week ends • Local’s Appreciation Week Work Session, City Hall, 1pm sponsorship deadline contact the City Clerk’s Office at 410.289.8824. Also, see page 3 of this publication.

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 15 16 Nov 3: Run/Walk for Recovery 7th Annual! BeaUTiFiCaTiOn COmmittee South end of Boardwalk, Registration 9am, Race 10am. Held by the Atlantic DIScover A WorLD oF Club. Their mission is to help individuals/families overcome addiction & give OFFerinG sPeciaL raTe FOR them the resources they need to stay clean & sober. atlanticclubocmd.org ‘ReFLeCTiOns OF LiFe’ cULTUre & ArT IN o.c. Nov 10: Storm Warriors 5K Run/Walk 5th Annual! Wondering­where­to­take­the­family­to­make­your­visit­to­the Boardwalk at OC Life-Saving Station Museum to 15th St, Sign-Up/ The­Ocean­City­Beautification­Committee­is­once­again beach­even­more­memorable?­A­place­open­every­day,­year- Registration 8am, Race 9am. Be a “Storm Warrior” & show your support! presenting­a­special­offer­to­the­public­for­the­committee’s round,­rain­or­shine,­with­free­admission?­Visit­OC’s­most­out- Sponsored by the OC Life-Saving Station Museum Society. Run/walk 3.1 miles ‘Reflections­of­Life’­project.­The­project­provides­a­distinctive standing­cultural­amenity­—­the­Ocean­City­Center­for­the­Arts on the boards. Register at octrirunning.com. ocmuseum.org means­of­recording­important­events­&­interests­in­the­lives on­94th­St.­bayside. of­individuals,­their­loved­ones­&­businesses.­Your­gift­of­a The­waterfront­home­of­the­nonprofit Nov 13: Line Dance galore Free! bronze,­ silver­ or Art­ League­ of­ Ocean­ City­ features­ a Northside Park, 125th St, 6:30-9:30pm. This annual event encompasses a spacious­two-story­gallery­with­major full evening of great food & fun, including pizza, soda, bottled water & ice gold­ leaf­ will­ be mounted­ on­ the art­exhibits­that­change­every­month, cream. It’s time to put those dance lessons to the test with a top disc jockey. featuring­the­original­work­of­local­and It’s sure to be a foot stompin’ memorable time! Registration required. impressive­‘Reflec- regional­artists.­The­exhibits­kick­off­with­a­free­opening­re- tions­of­Life’­tree Nov 17: Turkey Trot golf Open ception­on­the­“First­Friday”­of­each­month,­and­you­are­invited sculpture­ inside to­meet­the­artists­and­enjoy­complementary­hors­d’oeuvres. Eagle’s Landing Golf Course, West OC, Shotgun Start 9:30am. One of the the­lobby­entrance last chances for a great golf tournament before cold weather. Grab your There­are­many­free­activities­happening­throughout­the­year, of­ the­ Roland­ E. including­ the­ Free­ Family­ Art­ Days­ where­ art­ projects­ are friends & join us at OC’s award-winning course. This is a 4-player adult Powell­ Conven- modified scramble featuring golf tournament & turkey feast after play. Entry themed­to­the­coast’s­natural­beauty.­September­brings­the­an- fee includes greens fee, cart, food, prizes & fun. eagleslandinggolf.com tion­ Center.­ The nual­“Sand­Castle­Home­Tour,”­a­two-day­self-guided­tour­of­ten leaves­ may­ be fabulous­area­homes.­You­will­also­enjoy­visiting­the­Art­Center’s Nov 17: Light Up Downtown Winter Festival Free! commemorated gift­shop,­pottery­studio,­classrooms,­art­library­and­the­studios Boardwalk at the Inlet, 3-6pm. Fun for the whole family in Downtown OC! with­any­of­the­fol- of­five­working­artists.­Plus,­the­Arts­Center­offers­art­classes­and Holiday shopping, vendors, tree lighting, kids’ crafts, games, prizes, gift lowing­ sugges- workshops­for­all­ages,­skill­levels­and­interests,­including­family drawings, live music & a visit from Santa! downtownassociation.net tions:­In­Memory, activities­and­a­summer­art­camp.­Many­classes­require­no­art experience,­and­the­art­supplies­are­often­available­for­purchase In­Tribute,­In­Celebration­of­an­Anniversary­or­In­Honor­of­a Nov 23-25: Holiday Shopper’s Fair at­the­Arts­Center.­If­you’d­like­a­private­class­for­family­and Conv. Ctr, Fri & Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-4pm. Browse the exhibitor Graduation.­Tax-deductible­donation­forms­are­available­at guests,­you­can­book­many­fun,­hands-on­experiences.­The­Arts booths offering unique handmade merchandise, nautical items, candles, pho- two­locations­in­the­convention­center­(at­the­project­site­near Center­is­also­available­for­private­parties­and­get-togethers. tography, florals, jewelry, ceramics & much more! Great gifts & household the­ main­ entrance­ &­ in­ the­ visitor­ center),­along­ with Whether­you’re­an­artist­or­simply­an­art­appreciator,­we­invite items. Children’s activities, photos with Santa & non-shopper's lounge, food Northside­Park,­125th­Street­bayside.­Forms­can­also­be­found you­to­the­OC­Center­for­the­Arts.­For more information, check court & door prizes! Free parking. Admission. 410.289.2800 at­oceancitymd.gov.­For­more­info,­call­410.250.0892. out artleagueofoceancity.org or call 410.524.9433.

“Prestigious Top 11 Event” by American Bus Association FEATURED EVENT “Maryland’s Finest Holiday Tradition” by Maryland Life Magazine Ocean26th City, MarylandNovember 15–December 31 Anniversary Northside Park, 125th St. & The Bay Sun.–Thurs. 5:30–9:30pm Fri. & Sat. 5:30–10:30pm 800.626.2326 • 410.250.0125 ococean.com

Award-winning holiday paradise created for the entire family to enjoy! More than one million holiday lights sparkle throughout your favorite beach resort with Northside Park hosting hundreds of animated, lighted displays. Relax & sip hot chocolate in the heated Winterfest Village pavilion. Browse the Marlin Marketplace for a special gift & have a photo taken with Santa. Board the Winterfest Express to tour the lights, including the themed exhibits of your favorite fairy tales. Check out the new 50-foot Christmas Tree display! Admission is $5 for those 12 years & older; Free for those 11 years & younger. Be sure to join us for the 26th annual opening night Winterfest of Lights Tree-Lighting Ceremony on Thursday, November 15th at 5:30pm. This popular event kicks-off with a special grand opening ceremony, live music & free rides tonight only aboard the Winterfest Express. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Leaving for the holidays? Our Residential Change your clock, change NO GUARDED BEACHES. Please keep the beach Security Check program is completely your battery! Check all clean! Our beaches are pristine but not without free & gives citizens peace of mind while smoke alarms & carbon the hard work of locals & visitors alike to clean up NOVEMBER 2018 away. Contact the OCPD or fill out the monoxide detectors after themselves. No matter what time of year, Residential Security Check form to sign up monthly. please be sure to always clean up after yourself. at oceancitymd.gov SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

BrINg YoUr Dog To THe oc Dog PLAYgroUND AT 94TH STreeT! All Saints Day 123 OC’s Dog Playground is divided into 2 sections: small dog (28 lb. & under) area, large dog (over 28 lb.) area. You will need an Access Card to gain entry. Annual, half-year & weekly passes available. All dogs are required to have both a current dog license issued by a municipality & a current rabies vaccination certificate from a licensed veterinarian. Each applicant will be required to read the “Rules & • Run/Walk for Recovery, Regulations” & sign the “Acceptance of Risk & Release of Liability Waiver Form.” Proof of residency • Registration open (Nov. 1–24) • 1st Friday Art Exhibit south end of Boardwalk, or property ownership is required for a resident pass. Applications & passes may be obtained from for the “Christmas Luncheon Opening Reception Free Registration 9am, OC Recreation & Parks Dept. at 125th St, Mon–Fri 8:30am-5pm; except on legal municipal holidays. for Seniors” on Dec. 5 Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm Race 10am

Daylight Saving Federal & State Time Ends 4 5 general Elections 678910 (Set clocks back 1 hour) Town of Ocean City Municipal Election Day • Storm Warriors 5K Run/Walk, • Coastal Hwy. Beach Bus (Polls open 7am-8pm) Boardwalk at OC Life-Saving Winter Schedule begins Station Museum to 15th St, • Mayor & City Council Regular Registration 8am, Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Race 9am

Veterans’ Day • Turkey Trot Golf Open, 11 12 13 14 • WINTERFEST OF LIGHTS 15 16Eagle’s Landing 17 • MVA Mobile Van OPENING NIGHT & Golf Course, 9:30am 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. TREE-LIGHTING • Light Up Downtown 10am-2pm CEREMONY, Winter Festival, • Mayor & City Council 125th St. & the Bay, Boardwalk at the Inlet, • National parks are free Work Session, City Hall, 1pm Northside Park, 3-6pm Free admission to everyone on • Line Dance Galore, 5:30-9:30pm • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, Veteran’s Day • Town Offices closed Northside Park, 6:30-9:30pm Free rIDeS ToNIgHT oNLY! 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm

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• Holiday Shopper’s • Winterfest of Lights, Fair, Conv. Ctr, 10am-5pm • Holiday Shopper’s Fair, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights Conv. Ctr, 10am-5pm • Winterfest of Lights, • Mayor & City Council Regular • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm • Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm • Town Offices closed • Town Offices closed 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm

This calendar 25 26 27 28 29 30 is published far in advance, so be sure to check • Holiday Shopper’s Fair, • Winterfest of Lights, OCOCEAN.COM Conv. Ctr, 10am-4pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm for a more • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Mayor & City Council • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, complete listing of 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm Work Session, City Hall, 1pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm Ocean City events!

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 17 18 DAILY THROUGH Dec 31: Winterfest of Lights Northside Park, 125th St, Sun-Thurs 5:30-9:30pm, Fri & Sat, 5:30-10:30pm. TRANSPORTATION SERvICE SCHEDULE Award-winning holiday paradise created for the whole family! More than one million holiday lights with hundreds of animated, lighted displays. Winterfest COASTAL HWY BeAcH BUS 2018-2019 BoArDWALK TrAM 2018 Village pavilion, Marlin Marketplace, photos with Santa & Winterfest Express S. Division St. to & from 144th St. Atlantic Ave. (Boardwalk) South 1st St. to & from 27th St. to tour the lights. Admission. 800.626.2326 or 410.250.0125 $3 RIDE–ALL–DAY ; EXACT FARE REQUIRED OR USE EMONEY* $3/PERSON, 1-WAY; EXACT FARE REQUIRED; MAJOR CREDIT CARDS ACCEPTED Dec 1: Cheer & Dance Extreme: OC Christmas Open SPRINg: APRIL 2–MAY 24 SPRINgFEST: MAY 3–6 Thur–Sat: 10am–midnight, Sun: 10am–6pm Conv. Ctr. Cheer & Dance Extreme is an independent event producer of cheer 6am–3am (every 20+ min), 3am–6am (every 40+ min) SUMMER: MAY 25–SEPT 3 Daily: 11am–midnight & dance competitions & special events. cheeranddanceextreme.com SUMMER: MAY 25–SEPT 23 Holiday Weekends & Special Events: 10am–midnight 6am–3am (every 10+ min), 3am–6am (every 20+ min) POST LABOR DAY: SEPT 4–9, SEPT 13–16 Daily: 2pm–10pm Dec 2: Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk 5th Annual! FALL: SEPT 24–NOv 4 SUNFEST: SEPT 20–23 Thur, Fri & Sat: 10am–midnight, Sun: 10am–6pm Northside Park, 125th St, 5-6:30pm. 5K thru Winterfest of Lights! Long- 6am–10pm (every 15+ min), 10pm–6am (every 30+ min) sleeve race shirt, hot cocoa, cookies & ride the Winterfest Express after the WINTER: NOv 5, 2018–MARCH 30, 2019 EXPRESS BeAcH BUS FOR SPECIAL EvENTS 2018 race. Come out & start your Christmas cheer off the right way! octrirunning Sun–Thur: 6:20am–11:35pm (every 40+ min) $3 RIDE–ALL–DAY; EXACT FARE REQUIRED OR USE EMONEY* Fri & Sat: 6am–6am (every 30+ min) Dec 4: American Cancer Society 30th Annual! SPRINgFEST: 40th St. South to/from Inlet Lot Holiday Wrappings Luncheon & Fashion Show WEST OC PARK-N-RIDE BeAcH BUS 2018 MAY 3–5 9am–11pm, MAY 6 9am–7pm (every 20+ min) Conv. Ctr, doors open at 10:30am. Enjoy a wonderful luncheon & fashion S. Division St. to/from West OC Outlets & Park-N- Ride Transit Station. Every 20+ min. OC AIR SHOW: WOC Park-N-Ride to/from 17th St. & Baltimore Ave. JUNE 16–17 9am–5pm (every 20+ min) show with fashions from local retailers. Silent auction, 50/50. Benefits the $3 RIDE–ALL–DAY; EXACT FARE REQUIRED OR USE EMONEY* American Cancer Society. ascholidaywrappings.org WHITE MARLIN OPEN: 40th St. to/from Jacqueline Ave. & 14th St., SPRINgFEST: MAY 3–5 6am–2am, MAY 6 6am–10pm AUg 6–10 3pm–11pm (every 20+ min) Dec 5: Christmas Luncheon for Seniors CRUISIN’ OC: MAY 17–19 6am–2am, MAY 20 6am–10pm SUNFEST: 40th St. to/from Inlet Lot Clarion Hotel, Crystal Ballroom, 101st St, 10:30am-1pm. Sponsored by the SUMMER: MAY 25–SEPT 3 6am–2am SEPT 20–22 9am–11pm, SEPT 23 9am–7pm (every 20+ min) OC Rec. & Parks in cooperation with the Senior Center. Festive sit-down BIKEFEST: SEPT 13–15 6am–2am, SEPT 16 6am–10pm 6am–2am, 6am–10pm Fares & service schedules are current as of date of publication & may be subject to change without notice. luncheon & entertainment. Ages 50+. Advance tickets only. 410.250.0125 SUNFEST: SEPT 20–22 SEPT 23 For additional information concerning OC Transportation Boardwalk Trams, Beach Buses, Park-N-Ride service is only available on dates listed. Service to the Tanger Outlet bus stop ends at 10:00pm Express Shuttles & ADA Para Transit services, please visit oceancitymd.gov or call 410.723.1606. daily. When OCT Park-N-Ride “Beach Bus” service is not in operation transportation to/from the Dec 5: Pizza Party with Santa Park-N-Ride to/from the S. Division St. Transit Station is provided by Shore Transit 443-260-2300. Ocean City Transportation is committed to ensuring that no person is excluded from participation in, or denied Please refer to Shore Transit service schedule for fares & arrival/departure times. the benefits of its transit services on the basis of race, color or national origin, as protected by Title VI of the Northside Park, 125th St, 5:30-7:30pm. For children (pre-K thru Grade 3). Civil Rights Act of 1964. If you believe you have been subjected to discrimination based on your race, color, Arts & crafts, ride through Winterfest of Lights, cookie decorating, refresh- *In order to use the EMoney Application, you must download the app from your Apple or IOS national origin, you may file a complaint up to 180 days from the date of the alleged incident. To file a complaint or for additional information on Ocean City Transportation nondiscrimination policies and procedures, contact ments, visits with Santa, more! Pre-registration required. 410.250.0125 App Store & create an EMoney Account. Learn more at: oceancitymd.gov/pdf/emoney.pdf the Ocean City Public Works Transportation, Deputy Director, 204 65th Street, Building E, Ocean City, MD 21842. NeW! Dec 7-8: Holiday Artisan Fair OC Center for the Arts, 94th St, Fri 5-7pm, Sat 11am-4pm. Special showcase Dec 31: New Year’s Eve Free Bus Service by local artisans! Unique items, jewelry, glass, ceramics, live music, refresh- Townwide, 6am Dec. 31 through 6am Jan. 1. OC is the place to be to ring in the New Year! Several restaurants & bars offer great specials while area ments, kids crafts & book signings with authors. artleagueofoceancity.org hotels & motels offer great packages for any budget. To get you around safely, the town offers free bus service through 6am on New Year’s Day.

FEATURED EVENTS 26th Ocean City, MarylandAnniversary

Dec 1: Ocean City Christmas Parade Free!* Dec 31: Winterfest of Lights New Year’s Eve Old Landing Rd. (104th St.) North to 120th St, 11am. Coordi- Celebration & Fireworks Display nated by the Town of OC, our popular annual parade features Northside Park, 125th St, 5:30pm-midnight. Celebrate the be- 50+ entries, including high school bands, horses, antique ginning of 2019 at the 26th Annual Winterfest of Lights! The fire- cars, colorful holiday floats & more. Immediately following the works display will be accompanied by live entertainment, warm parade, the trophy awards presentation by our professional hot chocolate ($) & the opportunity to ride through the Winter- judges will be held inside the Carousel Hotel at 120th St. Enjoy fest of Lights ($). Winterfest of Lights hours will be extended the post-parade reception hosted by the Carousel Hotel with until midnight. This family-friendly event will allow visitors to half-price indoor ice skating, complimentary winter refresh- travel through the winter paradise of lights & then listen to music ments, DJ playing holiday music & free photos with Santa & Mrs. by a local DJ as they wait for the countdown to midnight. With Claus. For those wishing to view the parade, plenty of seating is more than one million holiday lights sparkling throughout the available along the west side of the half-mile parade route. park, this will be a spectacular way to ring in the New Year! POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Many people travel during the holi- Be sure to water your Christmas tree NO GUARDED BEACHES. If you plan on going days, causing a spike in auto acci- regularly. A freshly-cut tree can con- surfing, never go alone & always have someone dents. Be sure to use a designated sume a gallon of water in 24 hours! either alongside of you in the ocean or on the DECEMBER 2018 driver, put your cell phone away Dry trees ignite & burn faster than beach watching over you in the water. while driving & always buckle up! well-watered trees. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY

geT A vINTAge oceAN cITY LIceNSe PLATe! 1 • OC Christmas Parade, To apply for a vintage Ocean City license plate featuring the retro Ocean City logo, visit oceancitymd.gov & click on 104th St. to 120th St, 11am Download a Form/City Clerk. An application must be submitted with the fee ( $35 per tag). Applications are also available at Download • Cheer & Dance Extreme: the EMoney City Hall. Be sure to have your driver’s license, vehicle registration & insurance information handy. To avoid delay, make sure OC Christmas Open, App from your information is legible, complete & signed by the owner (& co-owner, if applicable). Your vehicle must be registered Conv. Ctr. the Apple or in the State of Maryland. Plate numbers are assigned by the Maryland Vehicle Administration (MVA). Please allow 8 weeks IOS App Store! • Winterfest of Lights, for processing. For more information, call the City Clerk’s Office at 410.289.8824 or email [email protected]. 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm

Hanukkah (begins) Pearl Harbor 2 3 4567• Christmas Luncheon Remembrance Day 8 for Seniors, Clarion Hotel, • American Cancer Society Crystal Ballroom, 101st St, • Holiday Artisan Fair • Jingle Bell 5K Run/Walk Holiday Wrappings Luncheon 10:30am-1pm & 1st Friday Art Exhibit Northside Park, 125th St. • Winterfest of Lights, & Fashion Show, • Pizza Party with Santa Opening Reception Free • Holiday Artisan Fair, 5;6:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm Conv. Ctr, 10:30am Northside Park, 5:30-7:30pm Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm Ctr. for the Arts, 11am-4pm • Winterfest of Lights, • Mayor & City Council Regular • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm 9 Hanukkah (ends) 10 11 12 13 14 15 • MVA Mobile Van 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. 10am-2pm • Mayor & City Council Work Session, City Hall, 1pm • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm 16 17 18 19 20 Winter Solstice 21 22

• Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm • Winterfest of Lights, • Mayor & City Council Regular • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm

Christmas Eve Christmas 23 • Winterfest of Lights, 24 25 26 27 28 29 • Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm • Town offices closed Dec 26–Jan 15: Christmas Tree Drop-Off Site 100th St. Municipal Parking Lot. Trees can be placed in the northeast corner of the 100th St. lot during this period. Please remove all tinsel ornaments & other New Year’s Eve non-wooden items from the tree. Trees collected at the site are taken to the county landfill where they are ground into mulch. 30 • NYE Free Bus Service 31 • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights N.Y.E. 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, • Winterfest of Lights, 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm Celebration & Fireworks • Town offices closed 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-9:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm 125th St, 5:30-10:30pm

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 19 20 Jan 1: Atlantic general Hospital Penguin Swim Annual Canal Princess Royale Oceanfront Hotel, 91st St, Registration 11:30am, Swim TOWN OF OCEAN CITY LICENSE REQUIREMENTS 1pm. Get ready to dunk your penguin tail in the frigid ocean waters for a good RENTAL LICENSES: If you rent your property to anyone, at any time, the law Dredging Continues cause – benefits our local hospital, Atlantic General Hospital. Incentive prizes requires you to obtain an annual Ocean City rental license AND an Ocean City noise The­Town­of­OC­opened­competitive­bids­for for all swimmers based on individual fundraising efforts! Awards for individ- Maintaining a positive resident and control permit. Online rentals must also comply. the­annual­Canal­Dredging­project­and­three uals & teams who raise the most money! Wear a costume for a chance to win visitor experience is important to everyone. Compliance with the laws, ordinances the Costume Contest! Oldest & youngest penguins will receive special recog- bids­were­received.­The­lowest­bidder,­Britting- and regulations within the Town of Ocean City and State of Maryland ensure safe, nition! Plus, games & prizes. aghpenguinswim.org ham­ Construction­ &­ Landscaping­ Inc.,­ was healthy and habitable housing conditions in rental housing units. Rental applications awarded­the­contract.­The­dredging­contract­in- may be obtained at City Hall, by contacting 410.289.8833 or on the website Jan 9: Law Enforcement Appreciation Day cludes­dredging­of­Canal­2A­(mouth­of­canal (https://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/finance/new-licenses/) Townwide. Organizations in support of law enforcement officers nationwide south­ of­ Teal­ Drive),­ Canal­ 54­ (between will promote National Law Enforcement Appreciation Day (L.E.A.D). There R-1 Zoning: Properties located within the R-1 single family residential zoning district 135th–136th­Street)­and­Canal­57­(mouth­of­canal is a need to show law enforcement officers that our citizens recognize the must use a different rental license form, and meet occupancy criteria limited to no between­141st­Street–Laurel­Road)­and­dredging difficult & sometimes impossible career they have chosen in public service more than 4 unrelated people. Please contact the Dept. of Planning and Community activities­are­planned­to­take­place­during­the to us all. Most importantly, if you see a police officer, thank a police officer. Development for a pre-season inspection of your property to confirm compliance winter­months.­ Jan 11–13: East Coast Commercial Fishermen’s with building and fire codes, and to determine maximum occupancy permitted. The Town of Ocean City is an exciting place to do business, with & Aquaculture Trade Expo 45th Annual! BUSINESS LICENSE: its strong tourism, stunning location and family-friendly atmosphere. If you operate Conv. Ctr, Fri 11am–5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm. This expo is the only commercial fishing show produced in the Mid-Atlantic region. Each year or plan on operating a business or providing a service within Ocean City’s town thousands of commercial fishermen, charter boat captains, aquaculturists, limits, the law requires you to obtain a Town of Ocean City business license. To apply scientists, educators & public from Maine to Florida enjoy the show. Plus, for a new license, please visit City Hall. To renew a business license and/or occupational aquaculture & commercial fishing seminars, charter boat & sports fishermen license, visit: https://ocgovportal.com/Click2GovOL/index.html gear, equipment, chef cooking demonstrations, watermen of the year annual REMINDER: Properties that may be in violation of rental licenses or a safety, build- competition with a cash prize, workboats, inshore/offshore equipment & ing or health code should be reported to the Ocean City Property Review and more. marylandwatermen.com Enforcement Strategies for Safe-Housing (P.R.E.S.S.) Committee at 410.289.8855. Jan 12-13: Nautical & Wildlife Also, the “Key to Successful New Construction or Home Renovation Projects is to Call To view the Engineering Department’s Art Festival & Craft Show BEFORE You Start!” From big to small projects and property improvements (decks, Canal Dredging program summary and sheds, floating docks and landscaping), the Department of Planning and Community the Canal Dredge Master Plan for annual Conv. Ctr, Sat 10am–5pm, Sun 10am–3pm. This annual show is an indoor Development is ready to provide information to get you started. Applications, permits juried event with approximately 100 vendors & exhibitors. Unique artwork, dredging projects through 2021, visit: gifts, decor, household items, photography, jewelry, woodworking, pottery, and building requirements can be found by contacting 410.289.8855 or online: http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/ glassware & much more. https://ocgovportal.com/Click2GovBP/index.html engineering/canal-dredging/

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Ocean City,MAYOR’S MarylandJanuary 1 Free ADMISSIoN! OC Performing Arts Center, 40th St. New Years’ Day Time: T.B.D. CONCERT 800.OC.OCEAN • ococean.com Welcome the New Year by enjoying a free concert in Ocean City! The Town of Ocean City is hosting its third annual Mayor’s New Year’s Day Concert! The event is free for the whole family, including the light refreshments. To start the event, Mayor Rick Meehan, as well as members of the Ocean City Council and several community organizations, will be interacting with residents and visitors for a brief social time. Organizations attending will include the OC Beautification Committee, OC Development Corporation and the Art League of Ocean City. Likewise, the Chamber of Commerce, the OC Life-Saving Museum Society, the OC Beach Patrol and the Community Response Team will be participating. This is a perfect opportunity for our citizens to meet with the elected officials that serve our community. Along with meeting elected officials and community members, this is an opportunity for residents and visitors to enjoy an extraordinary venue and great local talent, free of charge. Bring friends and family and enjoy the afternoon in the stunning auditorium of the Ocean City Performing Arts Center with performances by extraordinary local musicians. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Leaving for the winter? Our Residential Security Prevent frozen pipes by maintaining NO GUARDED BEACHES. The waves of the Check program is completely free & gives citizens your heat no lower than 55° F. Open ocean are typically larger & rougher during this peace of mind while away. Contact the OCPD or kitchen & bathroom cabinet doors to time of year. Always be cautious when surfing JANUARY 2019 fill out the Residential Security Check form to allow warmer air to circulate around during the off-season. Bigger waves mean sign up at oceancitymd.gov plumbing. bigger danger. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY ADoPT-YoUr-BeAcH ProgrAM New Year’s Day 12345 Want to help the environment & keep our ocean, shoreline • AGH Penguin Swim, & waterways clean from marine debris? Sign-up for Princess Royale, 91st St, Ocean City’s Adopt-Your-Beach Program, sponsored by Registration 11:30am, Swim 1pm the Ocean City Surf Club. The program aims to maintain • MAYOR’S NEW YEAR’S DAY clean, litter-free beaches, raise public awareness CONCERT, OC Performing • Registration open (Jan. 2–30) • 1st Friday Art Exhibit & collect statistical data on debris found! Arts Center, 40th St. for the “Valentine Dinner Dance Opening Reception Free To learn more, visit: ocsurfclub.org/pages/adopt-your-beach • Town offices closed for Seniors” on Feb. 14 Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm

Law Enforcement 6 7 89Appreciation Day 10 11 12 • Nautical & Wildlife Art Festival & Craft Show • MVA Mobile Van Conv. Ctr, 10am-5pm 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. • East Coast Commercial • East Coast Commercial 10am-2pm Fishermen’s & Aquaculture Fishermen’s & Aquaculture • Mayor & City Council Regular • Mayor & City Council Trade Expo, Conv. Ctr, Trade Expo, Conv. Ctr, Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Work Session, City Hall, 1pm 11am-5pm 10am-5pm 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 • Nautical & Wildlife Art Festival & Craft Show • National parks are free Conv. Ctr, 10am-3pm admission to everyone • East Coast Commercial on the birthday of Martin Fishermen’s & Luther King, Jr. Aquaculture Trade Expo, • Mayor & City Council Conv. Ctr, 10am-3pm Work Session, City Hall, 1pm

Martin Luther 20 K ing, Jr. 21 22 23 24 25 26 Day of Service

• Town Offices Closed

27 28 29 30 31 ONLINE BILL PAY The Town of OC’s online portal, Click2Gov, allows you to view or pay your utility bill online, without a service fee! Once you complete a one-time account set-up. Visit oceancitymd.gov & following the menu to “I Want To” …“Pay My Water Bill” • Mayor & City Council “Create New User”) you can view your account, Work Session, City Hall, 1pm view your payment history, account status & pay your bill!

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 21 22 Feb 2: Prom Night Party 6th Annual! FEMA Approves Second Location & Time: T.B.D. Annual prom night fundraiser to benefit Believe In Tomorrow Children’s Foundation Beach Respite Housing Program, which Letter of Map Revision raises funds for the critically ill children & families in their programs. Support Believe In Tomorrow by purchasing a vote for your favorite Prom King & Prom In­ July­ 2015,­ the­ Federal­ Emergency­ Management Queen! 410.723.2842, believeintomorrow.org Agency­(FEMA)­issued­new­Flood­Insurance­Rate­Maps Feb 14: for­the­Town­of­Ocean­City.­­­These­new­maps­recognized valentine Dinner Dance for Seniors the­flood­protection­value­of­the­engineered­dune­system Clarion Hotel, Crystal Ballroom, 101st St, 5–9pm. OC Recreation & Parks sponsors this annual dance for senior adults (ages 50+). The town contributes along­ the­ Atlantic­ Coast­ of­ Maryland­ and­ resulted­ in to the ticket price for its resident seniors & non-residents are also welcome many­ properties­ being­ removed­ from­ the­ high-­ and to attend at a discounted price. The evening includes complimentary hors medium-risk­flood­zones. d'oeuvres & happy hour drink prices for two hours, followed by a sit-down On­March­24,­2017­FEMA­approved­a­map­correction dinner & dancing! Live music for your dancing pleasure. This is the biggest for­oceanfront­properties­between­93rd­Street­and­123rd dance of the season, so reserve your table early! Tickets required. All tables Street­to­revise­the­limits­of­the­VE­zone­thereby­removing & seats are reserved. Reservations open: Jan. 2-30. 410.250.0125 26­properties­from­the­high­hazard­flood­zone. SMALL STAge, BIg NAMeS! On­November­3,­2017,­FEMA­approved­a­map­correction Feb 8–10, 22-24, March 1-3, 15-17: EXPERIENCE MUSIC & THEATER IN OC! Indoor Soccer Tournaments for­additional­oceanfront­properties­from­32nd­to­33rd Street,­75th­to­81st­Street,­89th­to­91st­Street,­and­140th­to Northside Park, 125th St, tournament play begins on Friday 5pm (with The­Beach­Boys,­Sara­Evans,­Josh­Turner­and­much­more! exception of adult tournaments that can start as early as Friday 12pm), With­a­nearly­full­schedule­year-round,­the­Ocean­City­Per- 143rd­Street­to­revise­the­limits­of­the­VE­zone­thereby games played as early as 7am & as late as midnight. Sunday championship forming­Arts­Center­continues­to­wow­crowds­to­music­and removing­approximately­9­properties­from­the­high­haz- games can start as late as 6pm. The annual Indoor Soccer Tournaments have theatrical­ performances!­ An­ extraordinary­ sound­ system, ard­flood­zone.­In­this­case,­some­properties­have­been been a tradition for soccer enthusiasts for 30+ years with average attendance breathtaking­acoustics­&­24,000­square­foot­stage­never­fails placed­in­the­AE­or­AO­zone­based­on­the­location­specific of over 170 teams. The tournament series continues to grow & fills to capacity to­impress­the­audiences­who­fill­the­1,216-seat­auditorium. study. every year as teams compete for trophies. Don’t take a chance on outdoor Whether­you­are­seated­in­the­orchestra­pit­or­soaring­in­the Copies­of­the­approved­LOMRs­are­available­for­view- tournaments in February & March. Play indoors during one of these fantastic mezzanine,­there­is­not­a­bad­view­in­the­house! ing­on­the­town’s­website­on­the­Flood­Hazard­Info­page. weekends of competitive soccer. 410.250.0125 For­more­info­or­assistance­in­reviewing­your­property T.B.D.: “Love On Tap” ShoreCraft Beer Fest flood­risk,­call­the­Dept.­of­Planning­and­Community­De- BecoMe A PAc vIP - SIgN UP For e-NeWSLeTTer Seacrets, 49th St, 1-4pm. Sample craft beers from local breweries, live velopment­at­410.289.8855.­Visit oceancitymd.gov for a entertainment & more! Special food pairing menu (food purchased sepa- To­ be­ among­ the­ first­ to­ learn­ about­ upcoming­ shows recently updated map & additional flood information. rately). Stay-the-weekend hotel packages available. Admission: general, VIP, including­“The­Rat­Pack­Together­Again”­and­“Rockapella” designated driver. shorecraftbeerfest.com sign­up­for­e-news­at­ocmdperformingartscenter.com FOR FLOOD HAZARD PROTECTION TIPS, SEE PG. 24

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OceanSUPER City, BOWL MarylandFebruary 3 Eagle’s Landing Golf Course SCRAMBLE 12367 Eagle’s Nest Rd, Berlin, MD 21811 Registration & ‘Tailgate Party’ Breakfast 9am GOLF Shotgun Start ‘Kick Off’ 10am TOURNAMENT 410.213.7277 • eagleslandinggolf.com

Before you watch the Big Game, join us for this fun 18-hole tournament and tailgate party! Golfers can enjoy a fun and competitive round of golf, which consists of a four-player scramble with a unique scoring format, prior to one of the greatest sporting events of the year, the Super Bowl. A very popular event that has sold out each year, this four-player scramble features a unique scoring format, prizes and a pre-game tailgate party that includes breakfast. Each team consists of a coach, quarterback, running back and wide receiver. Scoring is done in a traditional football manner, with points being awarded for touchdowns, field goals and extra points. In addition, penalties are issued for safeties and 30% of the “A” player’s handicap is counted as the team offense. Also included is “Throw the Bomb” on the third hole and Melanie’s Blitz Soup served at half time. Entry fee includes green fees, cart rental and tailgate party. Prizes will be awarded to winning teams. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Driving in the winter means changes SAFETY TIP NO GUARDED BEACHES. Water temperatures become in the way you drive. Snow, sleet & ice Keep all combustible chilly starting mid-October. If you plan on surfing in the can lead to hazardous road conditions. items at least 3 feet frigid ocean, always wear the proper gear to keep your FEBRUARY 2019 Prepare your vehicle for the upcoming away from heating body warm. Plenty of local surf shops that sell wet suits, winter season & always buckle up! sources. booties, gloves & hats to help you stay warm. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Show Your Love for OC! 1 Groundhog Day 2 OC Flags are available at the Pay for Parking from Your Phone! Billing & Collection Office at Parkmobile App – Parking Made Simple™ City Hall. 3 sizes available: 3’x5’ ($35), 2’x3’ ($25), The Town of Ocean City has teamed up with Parkmobile to provide residents, businesses & visitors 12”x18” boat size ($20). Stop by the ability to conduct parking transactions by mobile phone. Customers are able to pay for parking • 1st Friday Art Exhibit City Hall Mon–Fri 8am-5pm from their smartphones by downloading Parkmobile’s mobile application for iPhone®, Android®, Opening Reception Free • Prom Night Party & begin your wave of memories. Windows®, Blackberry® & Amazon® Fire smartphones. Look for the green logo when parking in OC! Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm for Believe In Tomorrow Super Bowl Sunday 3 4 56789

• SUPER BOWL SCRAMBLE GOLF TOURNAMENT Eagle’s Landing Golf Course, Registration & ‘Tailgate Party’ Breakfast 9am, • Mayor & City Council Regular • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, Shotgun Start ‘Kick Off’ 10am Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Northside Park, 125th St. Northside Park, 125th St. 10 11 12 13 Valentine’s Day 14 15 16

• MVA Mobile Van 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. • Valentine Dinner Dance 10am-2pm for Seniors, Clarion Hotel, • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, • Mayor & City Council Crystal Ballroom, 101st St, Northside Park, 125th St. Work Session, City Hall, 1pm 5-9pm 17 Presidents’ Day 18 19 20 21 22 23

• Mayor & City Council Regular • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, • Town Offices closed Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Northside Park, 125th St. Northside Park, 125th St.

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*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 23 24 T.B.D.: St. Patrick’s Irish golf Scramble Eagle’s Landing Golf Course, 12367 Eagles Nest Rd, Berlin, MD 21811. This OC FLOOD HAZARD PROTECTION (Flood Safety Awareness Week: March 11-15) is a 4-player scramble. The entry fee includes green fee, cart, lunch & prizes. All property in Ocean City is in a flood hazard area & subject to flooding from the ocean, coastal & other interested persons. Obtain information & permits from Department of Planning & Teams will play 6 holes from each Gold, White & Blue Tees. Teams choose the bays & heavy rainfall. Minor flooding is not uncommon & major flooding happens occasionally. Community Development at City Hall 410.289.8855, [email protected]. Illegal floodplain holes they play from each of the tees. 30% of the team’s average handicap FEMA places properties in flood zones based on their chance of flooding. Property owners can activity can also be reported here. Learn the Substantial Improvements rules by contacting the will be used. Players may find that their ball lands in a clover. If so find their property’s flood hazard designation by contacting the Department of Planning Building Office. this player’s team is truly lucky because their ball will be deemed holed! & Community Development, 410.289.8855, kbrown@ocean citymd.gov, or the City Engineer, 410.289.8845, [email protected]. Drainage System Maintenance: It is important our drainage system be kept clear of obstructions Lunch will be served immediately following play. The menu includes many & debris. The Town’s littering ordinance prohibits throwing trash onto any public property, including Irish American favorites. Gross & net prizes awarded to the winning teams. Natural & Beneficial Functions of Floodplains: Floodplains in their natural state provide many storm drains & sewers. To report violations & clogged drainage ways, call 410.524.7716. Report The field is limited to the first 30 teams. 410.213.7277, eagleslandinggolf.com beneficial functions. Primary undeveloped flood plain areas in OC are beaches & dunes, the first any dumping of wastes you witness to the Environmental Engineer by calling 410.289.8825. line of defense against flood damage from the ocean. Taking care of dunes by not walking on Learn more at: http://oceancitymd.gov/oc/departments/engineering/environment/pollution- them & maintaining vegetation is essential to retaining their flood protection function. Bayside, prevention-plan/ March 8–10: Delmarva Wool & Fiber Expo wetlands & other open spaces act as sponges, storing floodwaters before they reach upland areas. Conv. Ctr, Fri 11am-5pm, Sat 10am-5pm, Sun 10am-3pm. Unique shopping These natural areas are protected by Federal, State & Local regulations. Flood Protection Assistance: The Dept. of Planning & Community Development & City Engineer experience with custom finished products & the materials available to create can assist with questions about flood protection & flood insurance, including historical flooding Flood Warning System: OC has developed a flood warning system as part of our Comprehensive information so you can relate flood potential to your property; site visits to advise appropriate the same product. Expo organizers have gathered together vendors that pro- Operations Plan. Since flooding here is caused by storms & hurricanes, the warning system flood protection techniques; review retrofitting plans; locate property on flood insurance rate mote fibers (whether they are wool, fabric, wood, reed, etc) to educate & pro- is based on storm severity & location. Protect family from flooding hazards. Establish a family maps to determine flood zones & research elevation certificates for existing buildings to determine mote the natural fiber industry. Along with a shopping experience, there will rendezvous location when the warning is issued. height above floodwaters. For more info, call 410.289.8855 or email [email protected]. be classes & demos taught by true artists. Admission. woolandfiber.com Flood Insurance: Standard homeowners insurance policies do not cover losses due to flooding. Property Protection Measures: There are many ways to protect property from flood damage. OC participates in the National Flood Insurance Program, which makes federally backed flood Make sure your new building is constructed to meet or exceed code requirements. These include March 8-10: OC Film Festival 3rd Annual! insurance available to property owners. This insurance is required in many cases, such as when requirements for elevation of building, foundations, venting, etc. There are also ways to retrofit OC Center for the Arts, 94th St, 1-3pm. Brainchild of local filmmaker William property is purchased with a federally backed mortgage. Property owners can insure buildings & existing buildings to increase protection: contents against flood damage & renters can insure possessions. Condominiums should carry a Strang-Moya & hosted by the Art League of OC. Over 100 films from a variety flood insurance policy on the structure itself. Flood insurance is available to all property owners & ELEvATION: Raising structure to bring it above floodwater level. of filmmakers - local, regional & around the world. Promoting diversity & renters. Consider a Preferred Risk Flood Insurance Policy. The NFIP’s Preferred Risk Policy, or PRP, LEvEES: In areas of shallow flooding with low velocity, a levee can be built around the structure. uniqueness in its mission to engage the community with the world of film. offers low-cost flood insurance to owners & tenants of eligible residential & non-residential FLOOD WALLS: Similar to levees, but built of materials such as masonry block or reinforced concrete to keep flood water away. Showing short- & feature-length films with opportunities to meet filmmakers buildings located in moderate- to low-risk areas. For more information on flooding & insurance, visit https://www.floodsmart.gov/floodsmart. CLOSURES: Involve techniques for protecting gaps left open for daily convenience, such as walks, & discuss their work. Filmmakers may submit entries (no entry fee) until 5/1 doors, driveways. to: oceancityfi[email protected]. 410.524.9433, artleagueofoceancity.com. Floodplain Development Permit Requirements: Build responsibly. OC Code requires a building SEALANTS: Can be applied to walls & floors to keep water from penetrating. ocmdfilmfestival.com permit be obtained for nearly all construction & structural repair work, & for any development UTILITY PROTECTION: Flooding sometimes causes costly damage to utility systems. By elevating within the Special Flood Hazard Area mapped on the Flood Insurance Rate Maps. The city reviews utilities or shielding them, flooding can be avoided. Moving utilities to less flood-prone locations plans to be sure buildings are constructed to withstand flooding. Permits are also required before can also minimize damage. March 13: Saint Patty’s Bingo for Seniors Free! any land development (grading, filling, etc.) in the floodplain to ensure activities do not increase OC Senior Center, 41st St, 10am–12pm. This annual bingo event celebrates flooding potential on or around property. Part of the permit process involves preparation of This article is published in each edition of the newsletter as required by the Town’s participation in FEMA’s Community Rating System. Property owners in Ocean City receive a 20% discount on the wearin’ o’ the green! Prizes & refreshments are included. Persons wearin’ elevation certificates, which provide a record of the structure’s lowest floor elevation to predicted flood levels. Elevation certificates are maintained for review by insurance agents, property owners flood insurance premiums through this program. For an expanded version of this article, visit: the most green will win a special prize! Ages 50+. 410.250.0125 oceancitymd.gov

FEATURED EVENT Ocean City, Maryland March 16 Free ADMISSIoN! Festival 11am–3pm: 45th St. Village Shopping Center Parade 12 noon: 57th St. South to 45th St. For more info or to join in the parade, 410.289.6156 • delmarvairish.org

Bringing the sights & sounds of Ireland to the streets of OC! Sponsored by the Delmarva Irish-American Club, this annual event has grown to become Maryland’s second largest St. Pat’s Parade! Leading the parade are grand marshals, followed by pipe & drum bands! Also participating are several school marching bands, numerous fes- tively decorated St. Patty’s Day floats & much more! Trophies are awarded in several categories, including BEST marching band, commercial float & best overall. To avoid traffic delays, spectators are urged to arrive before 10:30am to view the parade, which can be seen from 57th St. south to 45th St. The 45th Street Village Shopping Center will be home to the lively St. Patrick’s Festival, complete with live Irish entertainment, dancers, face paint- ing, Irish apparel & plenty o’ food & drink! Pedestrian traffic is heavy so please use crosswalks & Walk Smart! POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP Drunk driving is a deadly epidemic Change your clock & change your NO GUARDED BEACHES. The weather typically starts to warm up in March that takes the lives of more than battery! Check all smoke alarms & as we head into spring. If you are spending any time on the beach during 10,000 people each year, on average. carbon monoxide detectors monthly. the off-season, be sure to bring water to keep yourself properly hydrated MARCH 2019 REMEMBER TO DRIVE SOBER OR GET & always wear enough sunscreen. Just because it’s not summer, doesn’t PULLED OVER! mean you can’t burn. SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY Employee JoIN THe oceAN cITY FIre DePArTMeNT: Appreciation Day 1 2 Be A voLUNTeer, cADeT or LIve-IN! There are many benefits to becoming part of the Ocean City Fire Department! Download • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, Not only will you have the privilege to serve your community, but you will also receive the EMoney Northside Park, 125th St. tons of fire/EMS training with unmatched experience. A combination department App from • 1st Friday Art Exhibit of volunteer & career personnel, the OCFD is a full-spectrum life safety agency the Apple or Opening Reception • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, IOS App Store! Free responding to more than 6,000 calls each year. For more info, visit: ocvfc.com Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm Northside Park, 125th St.

Shrove Tuesday / Ash Wednesday 3 4 Mardi Gras 56789 (Fat Tuesday) • Delmarva Wool & Fiber Expo, • Delmarva Wool & Fiber Expo, Conv. Ctr, 11am-5pm Conv. Ctr, 10am-5pm • OC Film Festival • OC Film Festival • Mayor & City Council Regular OC Center for the Arts, OC Center for the Arts, Meeting, City Hall, 6pm 94th St, 1-3pm 94th St, 1-3pm

Daylight Saving Flood Safety • OCEAN CITY Time Begins 10 Awareness Week 11 12 13 14 15ST. PATRICK’S DAY 16 (Set clocks ahead 1 hour) (March 11-15) PARADE & FESTIVAL Free Festival: 45th St. Village • Delmarva Wool & Fiber Expo, • MVA Mobile Van Shopping Ctr, 11am-3pm Conv. Ctr, 10am-3pm 66th St. & Coastal Hwy. • Saint Patty’s Bingo Parade: 57th St. to 45th St, • OC Film Festival 10am-2pm for Seniors Free 12pm OC Center for the Arts, • Mayor & City Council OC Senior Ctr, 41st St, • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, • Indoor Soccer Tournaments, • Indoor Soccer Tournaments Work Session, City Hall, 1pm 10am-12pm Northside Park, 125th St. Northside Park, 125th St. St. Patrick’s Day 17 18 19 Spring Equinox 20 21 22 23

• St. Patrick’s Soccer Tourneys, • Mayor & City Council Regular Northside Park, 125th St. Meeting, City Hall, 6pm

Maryland Day • Mayor & City Council 24 25 Work Session, City Hall, 1pm 26 27 28 29 30

End of the Month: Spring Water Flushing — The Town of Ocean City’s Public Works Department will begin conducting the spring hydrant flushing of the water system at the end of March. The hydrant flushing, which is done bi-annually, is typically scheduled to be done during the early morning hours. Residents & businesses are reminded that after flushing there may be a slight discoloration of 31 the water. This is not harmful & will dissipate after a short time. If you wish to clear your pipes, run cold water for several minutes until the water runs clear. For questions or concerns about hydrant flushing, contact Public Works Water Department at 410.524.8388.

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 25 26

April 6: Community Yard Sale 17th Annual! April 21: Easter Sunday Sunrise Service Free! In front of Northside Park’s Community Ctr, 125th St, 7am-12pm. In N. Division St. & Boardwalk, 6am. (rain location: Atlantic Methodist OCPD Ordinance Reminders conjunction with OC’s annual Spring Clean-Up! Vendor spots available for OC Church, 4th St. & Baltimore Ave. This Easter sunrise worship is open to residents & property owners only. Space is limited, apply in advance. all! Sponsored by Ocean City Christian Ministers Association. Many pastors The Ocean City Police Department is reminding residents & visitors Participants can setup their items for sale no earlier than 6am. All items to of Ocean City’s local churches will participate in this annual service that has that safety in our resort town is our number one priority. Our ordi- be removed by 12:30pm. No retail merchandise or personal/professional serv- been held on the Boardwalk since 1965. nances are designed to provide a pleasurable, safe & fun vacation, ices are permitted for sale. Certain items may be excluded for sale (cars, along with a livable community for our residents. T.B.D.: OC P.R.E.S.S. Committee Seminar Free! trucks, any powered wheel conveyance; boats, snowmobiles, firearms, Fresh Air, Clean Beach: To help keep our beaches clean & our martial arts weapons, alcohol, paint, hazardous chemicals, food, produce, Conv. Ctr, 9am–12pm. Hosted by the OC Property Review & Enforcement beverages or any other items deemed inappropriate on public property). Strategies for Safe-housing (P.R.E.S.S.) Committee, this seminar is open to air fresh, OC is proud to offer a smoke-free Boardwalk & designated Raffles are not allowed. OC Recreation & Parks Department: 410.250.0125 the public & is designed for landlords, real estate agents, rental property own- smoking areas on the beach. Designed to accommodate both smok- ers, foreign exchange student sponsors & student advisory groups. We will ers & non-smokers, OC’s restricted smoking policy provides desig- April 6-7: Ocean City Annual Spring Clean-Up Free! address community-wide quality of life issues that historically affect OC dur- nated smoking areas on the beach, however; prohibits smoking on Townwide. The Town offers this opportunity for residential property owners ing summer, including property issues & violations related to noise, sanitation, the Boardwalk & beach access ways, Beach & Dune Crossings & parks to do their spring-cleaning by offering free residential bulk pick-up. This serv- fire & life safety, overcrowding & building code violations. Expectations of & covered bus shelters. Voluntary compliance is expected, however; ice offers a convenient way for residents to get rid of large household items code compliance from various departments, including police, building, zoning, citations for violations may be issued by officers if necessary. (furniture, appliances, bicycles, carpet, etc.) that cannot be loaded into a stan- fire marshal & finance departments will be explained. dard refuse truck. Normally, this service does not include building materials, Trailer Parking: In an effort to improve traffic conditions and yard debris, etc. However, the town will accept these items & will provide bulk T.B.D.: MD International Kite Exposition 24th Annual! increase pedestrian safety, oversized vehicle & trailer parking is pick-up during this period. Yard debris & shrubs are permitted, however; the 2nd St. to 6th St, Beach & Boardwalk. 3 fun-filled days of kite flying on the prohibited on Baltimore Avenue AT ALL TIMES. In addition, no trailer maximum diameter of tree limbs accepted is 3 inches. Further, this effort beautiful beaches of OC! Throughout the festival, there will be exhibitions & or oversized vehicle parking is permitted on any street or public lot demos, including stunt & power kite lessons, free children’s games & activities does NOT include pick-up of full-size trees or the pick-up of large without a permit May 1–October 31, with the exception of the 100th demolition/remodeling projects. Spring Clean-up service is provided for res- & much more! The festival will showcase some of the best kite flyers from around the world. Kites of all shapes & sizes will be on display including mas- Street Municipal Lot & West OC Park & Ride. idents only, as commercial properties are not included in the Spring Cleanup Approved special event participants (Cruisin’ OC, OC Bikefest & effort. There will also be an amnesty program to collect fireworks, old am- sive character & theme-based kites. 410.289.7855, kiteloft.com munition & old weapons that need to be removed. Solid Waste: 410.524.0318 Endless Summer Cruisin) can obtain permits from event promoters T.B.D.: Restaurant Week for a $50 fee. The fine for trailer violations (both attached & April 20: Easter Bunny Funshop (Stay tuned to OceanCityRestaurantWeek.com for dates) detached) is $250. Participating Restaurants Townwide. Many spectacular restaurants create Northside Park, 125th St, 1-3pm. Sponsored by the OC Recreation Boosters, Pets on the Beach & Boardwalk: Pets are not permitted on this very popular annual event is for children ages 2 to 10 & their families! special, fixed-price menus designed to tempt your taste buds. No passes, the beach or Boardwalk . Come celebrate the season by enjoying this fun holiday event! Activities in- tickets or coupons are required. Simply choose a participating restaurant & May 1–September 30 clude an egg hunt, arts & crafts, face painting, entertainment, game booths, dine out. Dining options range from simple to fine dining. A great chance to There are several other ordinances of which residents & visitors try new food or dine at your favorites for a great price! Reservations are highly egg dyeing, refreshments & the Easter Bunny. There is an admission fee. Reg- should be aware. For more details & info, visit: oceancitymd.gov istration is limited. 410.250.0125 recommended. oceancityrestaurantweek.com

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Ocean City, MarylandApril 26 Free ADMISSIoN! 9:30am Northside Park, 125th St. & the Bay Inside the Community Room & Outdoors 410.250.0125 • ococean.com

Celebrate Arbor Day with a long-standing OC tradition! Second grade classes from OC Elementary School present skits, poems, songs and artwork to show the importance of trees. For over 25 years, the OC Beautification Committee has partnered with the students to bring this program to the community. Perhaps the highlight of the Arbor Day celebration is when students assist the Mayor and City Council in planting a tree at Northside Park as part of the OC Beautification Committee’s TreeMendous Program. The celebration starts in the community room with light refreshments and then moves outdoors (weather permitting). The celebration kicks off with the presentation of the flags by the American Legion Color Guard. During the festivities, the Mayor is presented with the National Arbor Day Foundation’s Tree City USA Award and the Maryland P.L.A.N.T. Award. Following the tree planting, students enjoy demonstrations by the OC Police Department’s mounted police and K-9 units. All citizens and visitors are invited to join in the ceremonies. POLICE DEPT. TIP FIRE DEPT. SAFETY TIP BEACH PATROL SAFETY TIP With Hurricane Season around the Be sure to check your dryer vents NO GUARDED BEACHES. Remember that pets are only allowed on the corner, spring is a great time to re- during spring cleaning! beach & boardwalk October 1–April 30. (Any handler or owner of a dog view your families emergency plan! must remove any waste deposited on public or private property not owned APRIL 2019 Don’t have one? Visit Ready.gov to by the handler or owner in possession of said dog. Also, dogs must be kept learn more! on a leash when being walked in & around Ocean City.) SUNDAY MONDAY TUESDAY WEDNESDAY THURSDAY FRIDAY SATURDAY April Fool’s Day YEARLY REMINDER: 1 2 3456 Please be kind by trimming trees & shrubbery on your • Community Yard Sale, property that are blocking 125th St, Northside Park, or overhanging sidewalks, • Coastal Hwy. Beach Bus 7am-12pm traffic control devices & Spring Schedule begins • 1st Friday Art Exhibit • Ocean City Annual neighboring properties. • Mayor & City Council Regular Opening Reception Free Spring Clean-Up, Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Ctr. for the Arts, 5-7pm Townwide World Health Day 7 8 9 10 11 12 13

• Ocean City Annual Spring Clean-Up, • Mayor & City Council Townwide Work Session, City Hall, 1pm

Palm Sunday Tax Day Good Friday 1st Day of 14 (Filing Deadline 15 16 17 18 Passover (begins) 19National Park Week 20 for IRS Tax Returns) • National parks are free admission to everyone on the 1st day of National Park Week • Easter Bunny Funshop Northside Park, 125th St, 1-3pm

Easter Earth Day National Park Week Administrative Arbor Day Passover (ends) 21 22 (April 20-28) 23 Professionals’ Day 24 25 26 27

• OCEAN CITY • Easter Sunday ARBOR DAY Sunrise Service Free CELEBRATION Free N. Division St. • Mayor & City Council Regular • Mayor & City Council Northside Park & Boardwalk, 6am Meeting, City Hall, 6pm Work Session, City Hall, 1pm 125th St, 9:30am 28 29 30 Subscribe to ‘JOB ALERTS’ & be notified of Town of OC Job Openings via text or email! Visit oceancitymd.gov, click on I Want to and choose Apply for a job. Click on Full-Time or Part-Time and then click on Subscribe to our Job Alerts. The Town of OC advertises in local and regional newspapers, local Department of Labor & Licensing Regulations (DLLR) offices, on the bulletin board of City Hall and bulletin boards of all Town of OC Departments. It is the City’s policy only to accept Town of OC applications with resumes for currently available positions as advertised. You may FAX your completed application to 410.289.8766 for all full-time positions, when advertised. Advertisements for temporary or part-time vacancies will specify department, phone and fax number. To receive an application via US Mail or for any other specific employment info, contact the Human Resources Office at 410.289.8822.

*Event dates, times & admission fees subject to change. visit OCocean.com or OceanCityMD.gov or call 800.OC.OCEAN (800.626.2326) “Free” events indicate no-charge for admission; does not apply to concessions and/or other items for sale. to confirm events before traveling long distances 27 OC NEWSLETTER MESSAGE FROM THE MAYOR & COMMUNITY CALENDAR Dear­Residents,­Property­Owners­&­Friends,

PAID IS PRODUCED ­­­ We­brought­in­the­New­Year­with­a­bang,­as­Ocean­City­was­buried Ocean City PRSRT STD PRSRT PERMIT #41 PERMIT BY THE MAYOR by­ the­ historic­ “bomb­ cyclone”­ blizzard­ in­ early­ January­ 2018. Ocea n City, MD n City, Ocea US POSTAGE & CITY COUNCIL Fortunately­for­all­of­us,­the­snow­melted­and­Spring­has­arrived­with EMERGENCY:ImportantPolice, Fire, Numbers Ambulance...... 911 OF OCEAN CITY more­great­events­and­several­new­amenities­including­a­new­“pay by­plate”­parking­system,­plans­for­a­new­pickleball­and­racquetball NONEMERGENCY: court­and­a­bus­locator­application­that­makes­riding­Ocean­City’s MD Natural Resources Police...... 410.548.7070 Beach­Bus­more­convenient­than­ever. ­­­Despite­ great­ accomplishments,­ this­ year­ has­ also­ brought Poison Control Center...... 1.800.222.1222 enormous­obstacles.­The­City­Council­and­Town­of­Ocean­City­staff U.S. Coast Guard...... 410.289.7559 have­been­working­diligently­to­support­green,­yet­unseen,­wind farms.­While­our­leadership­is­interested­in­both­promoting­green OTHERS: energy­and­providing­job­opportunities,­our­duty­as­the­Mayor­and Atlantic General Hospital...... 410.641.1100 Council­is­to­preserve­all­that­we­have­at­stake.­This­includes­the Chamber of Commerce...... 410.213.0144 Lloyd Martin Mary Knight natural­beauty­of­the­beach­and­waters­in­and­adjacent­to­Ocean­City Comcast...... 888.266.2278 Council President Council Secretary that­our­residents,­non-resident­property­owners­and­visitors­know and­love. Coastal Association of Realtors...... 410.641.4409 ­­­We­also­continue­to­be­challenged­by­large­motor­events­that­are District Court...... 410.723.6935 not­only­a­nuisance­on­the­roadway­but­a­serious­safety­concern­to Downtown Association...... 410.289.1413 our­ residents,­ visitors­ and­ police­ officers.­ We­ have­ created­ the Humane Society...... 410.213.0146 Mayor’s­ Motor­ Vehicle­ Task­ Force,­ which­ aims­ to­ solve­ these Life Crisis Hotline...... 410.641.4357 concerns­with­the­creation­of­Special­Event­Zone­legislation,­along with­other­efforts. Legal Aid Bureau, Inc...... 410.546.5511 ­­­We­strive­to­improve­our­strategic­goals­which­make­Ocean­City­a Maryland Job Service...... 410.341.8533 more­livable­community­and­the­first­choice­vacation­destination­for OC Center for the Arts...... 410.524.9433 Dennis Dare Tony DeLuca today’s­families.­Diverse­rental­selections­are­part­of­Ocean­City’s OCHotel-Motel-Restaurant Assoc..410.289.6733 Council Member Council Member appeal,­however;­it­is­your­legal­responsibility­as­a­property­owner­to obtain­a­rental­license­and­noise­control­permit,­and­to­remit­the­room OC Public Library...... 410.524.1818 tax­and­state­sales­tax.­Remember,­maintaining­a­positive­resident CITY OFFICES: and­visitor­experience­is­important­for­everyone! ­­­I­encourage­you­to­flip­through­the­pages­of­this­Newsletter­& Airport...... 410.213.2471 Community­Calendar­and­learn­more­about­the­town’s­programs­and Animal Control...... 410.723.6649 services.­On­behalf­of­the­City­Council,­thank­you­for­allowing­us­to Billing & Tax Information...... 410.289.8833 represent­this­vibrant­year-round­resort.­We­take­tremendous­pride City Hall General Information...... 410.289.8221 in­the­information­included­in­this­publication­and­look­forward­to continuing­our­commitment­to­make­Ocean­City­a­great­place­for­you City Manager...... 410.289.8887 John gehrig, Jr. Wayne Hartman to­live,­work,­visit­and­raise­a­family. Eagle’s Landing Golf Course...... 410.213.7277 Council Member Council Member or...... 1.800.2TEETIME Sincerely, Engineering Department...... 410.289.8855 Fire Dept. (non-emergency)...... 410.289.4346 Mayor...... 410.289.8931 OC Life-Saving Station Museum....410.289.4991 Rick Meehan, Mayor Mayor & City Council & Mayor City Ocean of Town 158 Box P.O. MD 21843 City, Ocean ococean.com oceancitymd.gov Police (non-emergency)...... 410.723.6610 twitter: OCMayor Public Works...... 410.524.7715 facebook: MayorRickMeehan KNOW YOUR ADDRESS: Public Works Maintenance...... 410.524.0391 In case of an emergency, first responders can come to: Matthew James Douglas Miller Recreation & Parks...... 410.250.0125 Council Member City Manager MESSAGE FROM THE EDITOR Solid Waste...... 410.524.0318 Jessica Waters, Communications Manager Transportation Department...... 410.723.1606 Copyright © 2018 by the Town of Ocean City, MD. The Town of Ocean City Newsletter & Community Calendar is published & distributed We­hope­you­enjoy­this­annual­publication­&­welcome­your­feedback. Visitor Center...... 410.289.2800 KNOW YOUR ZONE: annually. While every effort is made to ensure the accuracy of the information provided, the Town of Ocean City, its employees and its Please­send­comments­to:­Jessica­Waters,­Communications­Manager, Water Department/Billing...... 410.289.8833 In case of an emergency, my property is located in: agents do not accept any responsibility for any errors or omissions. 301­Baltimore­Ave.,­Ocean­City,­MD­21842 All logos, trademarks, servicemarks, artwork and publicity photos or­[email protected].­Download­the Water Department...... 410.524.8388 are the property of their respective owners. Please visit our website, ococean.com/events, as events may be added/updated. This calen- Ocean City Newsletter & Community Calendar at­oceancitymd.gov. Wastewater Department...... 410.524.6760 dar is not a complete list of all events & is subject to change. Follow us on twitter: townofoceancity & facebook: TownofOceanCity