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Is there any where that has free parking for about a week in OC? I will be down there at a friend's condo and I am looking for parking. Any suggestions? Thanks!
Submitted by Megan R, Philadelphia, on June 27, 2010
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008

Megan,

Here is a site that will answer your questions - but yes there is free parking available at the West Ocean City Park & Ride.  http://ococean.com/travel-tools/parking-information

Have a great visit!

Anna G.

Answered: June 28, 2010
My husband is disabled and we were wondering if there is a place in ocean city that we can rent a wheelchair while we are walking on the boardwalk, basically to rent for the whole week.
Submitted by Liz M, Lancaster, on June 27, 2010
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Liz,

Check out this location:
Assawoman Wheelchair Rentals
508 Seaweed Ln
Ocean City, Maryland 21842
p: 443.880.2718
Answered: June 28, 2010
I was wanting to get some t-shirts air brushed to take home. Any suggestions of where to go?
Submitted by Nicole C, Saxonburg, on June 27, 2010
Perryville MD
Insider since: 2008
Nicole,

Fat Cats is the place to go, it's located around the inlet area on the boardwalk.  Their telephone number is (410) 289-2288.

Anna G.
Answered: June 28, 2010
I am coming back to OC 7-11-2010 wanted to know if there is anyone who serves fresh fried blue crabs.
Submitted by Gina B, Clarksburg, on June 25, 2010
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
Are you talking about fried soft blue crabs?  I have had them at Higgins and they were pretty good.
Answered: June 25, 2010
Are the July 4th fireworks @ 125th park held on the 4th? Some towns are holding them on Sat the 3rd. Please clarify.
Submitted by Daria M, Catonsville, on June 25, 2010
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008

The fireworks celebration will begin at 8pm on July 4th.

Answered: June 25, 2010
Can I bring a cooler with beer on the beach?
Submitted by Dale M, CLIFTON, on June 23, 2010
Linthicum MD and OC MD
Insider since: 2008
Dale,

Consuming alcoholic beverages on the beach is not allowed.

Coolers are ok as long as the drinks are not in glass containers.  Only cans and plastic are allowed.
Answered: June 24, 2010
Does anyone know how to contact the "regular" metal detectors?? (The people who use metal detectors regularly on the OC, Md beaches.) My daughter lost her high school class ring on the beach between 1st and 2nd streets on Tuesday, June 22, 2010 in the late afternoon and I recall seeing a few people in the area with detectors. Hoping to recover it and it's sentimental value!!
Submitted by E T W, Lawnside, on June 23, 2010
Camp Hill, PA
Insider since: 2010
Wow... that stinks.  I don't know of any way to contact the "regulars" that use metal detectors on the beach... I think that could change day by day, and I'm sure they are not the most approachable group :-)

Did you try calling the OC Police?


Town of Ocean City
Police Department
6501 Coastal Hwy, Ocean City, MD 21842
Phone: 410-723-6610
Answered: June 23, 2010
Is there some place in Ocean City where someone can have stiches removed?
Submitted by Donald M, Verona, on June 23, 2010
Camp Hill, PA
Insider since: 2010
Don,

I would try the 75th Street Medical Center http://www.75thstmedical.com/
Answered: June 23, 2010
We will be celebrating my son's third birthday while in OC on vacation. We will be staying at 67th street. Can I buy a birthday cake at the grocery stores in OC (do they have a bakery)? His birthday is the day after we arrive, I realize that there will probably not be enough time to order a character cake, etc. But I would like to get a birthday cake with at least "Happy Birthday" written on it. We have a 7 hour drive to OC, so bringing one from home is not possible. If I can't get one at a grocery store, is there a bakery in OC? Thanks.
Submitted by Kellie C, Pittsburgh, on June 23, 2010
Camp Hill, PA
Insider since: 2010
Kellie,

I hope some of my Insider colleagues have a better idea for you than I do... I'd check out the Food Lion on 118th Street or Rt 50 and Rt 611 in West OC, or... Wal Mart out on Rt 50.....
Answered: June 23, 2010
Heading to OC for a late family vacation Sept 29th thru Oct 3rd. How is weather typically that time of year and are attractions still open at that time? Is boardwalk still open? Interested in kid attractions such as Speedworld and Jolly Rogers. Some sites say yes, others no. Was told when booking they were. Trying to prevent a dilemma! Any info at all greatly appreciated
Submitted by Alesha L, Berwick, on June 22, 2010
Camp Hill, PA
Insider since: 2010
Alesha,

This is my favorite time in Ocean City.  The weather is great!  Not too hot, not too cold.  The ocean should still be warm enough to swim in.  Yes, the boardwalk is still open... very few businesses at this time have chosen to close fo the season or only open on weekends.  Now, the outdoor and indoor rides are most likely weekends only at Trimper's, and I don't know about the Jolly Roger, but I think they too are weekends only at this point.  I think that you'll find plenty to do.... for adults, and for kids!  Old Pro Golf is still open..... plenty to do on the beach and the boards..... you'll be fine.
Answered: June 23, 2010