Spring 2011 Message from the President Big Names coming to OC in 2011 I would like to first thank all my fellow Board Members, Past Presidents and Members for your support over my Springfest year as President. The Hotel-Motel- Radio Disney AM 640, part of the #1 ra- Restaurant Association is a great or- dio outlet for kids, tweens and families, ganization, of which I have been proud joins in on the fun at Springfest hosting on-stage performances by “” star and Radio to serve. There is no voice too small. Disney’s “N.B.T.” (Next Big Thing) season three winner Kicking Daisies. It is by working together that we can Fans will also have a chance to take pictures and talk with Kicking Daisies achieve great things. This has been during a hosted meet and greet session following their performance. the motto of OCHMRA since its begin- Performances will take place 3:30p.m. to 4:30 p.m. under the tent on the ning in 1971. So, feel free to share Springfest grounds at the the inlet parking lot. All performances will be your ideas at all times! FREE! Secondly, I’d like to thank Susan, Amy, DEW TOUR Jayne & Sandy who all do a terrific job. Dew Tour is coming to Ocean They put on a top notch trade show City for the first time in the and under their guidance the 2011 tour’s history July 21-24. The Trade Show was the most profitable best athletes in skate and BMX will be competing on Ocean City’s beach. This event presents a unique opportunity to connect partners to the to date. Susan, as the Director of the endless output of beachgoers, vacationers and locals in Ocean City. HMRA has the daunting task of having a couple hundred bosses on any given The Dew Tour is open to working with local businesses in Ocean City. day, and she thrives at it. If you would like more information regarding the event or how to get involved please contact Lauren Tietjen at [email protected] Last but not least, I’d like to thank my Get updates on the Dew Tour at Allisports.com, facebook.com/thedew- two second Mothers who steered me in tour, twitter.com/thedewtour the right direction. Growing up, Rose Brous of the Flamingo Motel mentored OC Bikefest me daily about the crazy business we Happening simultaneously with the DelMarVa all do. And incoming President, Mary Bike Rally, which attracts over 120,000 motorcy- Tawney-Eastman of the Cayman cling enthusiasts to the inland town of Salisbury, MD – OC BikeFest raises the bar and brings those Suites, will continue to lead OCHMRA bikers down to the beach to enjoy a gated event in the right direction. with concerts, stunt shows, custom bike builders, motorcycle vendors, shops, rides, and the fabulous It has been a pleasure to serve. Best bars and restaurants at the Inlet in Ocean City. wishes for a successful season! sunfest Malcolm VanKirk Bret Michaels & country music 2011-2012 President star Jamey Jones will headline the 37th Annual Sunfest in Septem- ber!

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