http://ococean.com/rss-feed OCOcean RSS Feed Description en-us (c) 2009 Ocean City Maryland 2009-11-07T04:40:54+01:00 MPLat RSS Feed Generator Events for Ocean City Maryland http://ococean.com/events/fallfest-of-fine-art-and-christmas-craft-expo <p>Juried show features fine art painters, sculptors &amp; high craft artisans. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. <a href="mailto:duckmandon@comcast.net">duckmandon@comcast.net</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/fallfest-of-fine-art-and-christmas-craft-expo http://ococean.com/events/winterfest-of-lights <p>November 19, 2009 &ndash; January 2, 2010 <br />Northside Park, 125th Street &amp; The Bay<br />Sunday - Thursday 5:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.<br />Friday &amp; Saturday 5:30 p.m. -10:30 p.m.</p> <p>Admission is $4.00 for those 10 years &amp; older, and FREE for those 9 years and younger.<br />&nbsp;</p> <p>Enjoy this winter paradise created for the whole family! Take a ride through an animated wonderland on the Winterfest Express. Board the train and sing Christmas Carols as you glide past spectacular lighted displays including the Twelve Days of Christmas and your favorite fairy tales. Visit the Winterfest Village which is located inside a festive, heated tent decorated for the season. Buy a cup of hot chocolate at The OC Recreation Boosters cafe, browse the Yukon Cornelius Gift Shop for that special stocking stuffer or OC souvenir.&nbsp; The gift shop offers children&rsquo;s sizes through Adult 4XL. Live entertainment is scheduled on some nights inside the tent.</p> <p>While in Ocean City, drive along the Avenue of Trees on Baltimore Avenue from 15th &ndash; 32nd Street.&nbsp; Be sure to visit all of Ocean City, Maryland to create a lasting holiday memory. More than one million holiday lights sparkle throughout the town on animated displays.</p> <p> <object classid="clsid:6bf52a52-394a-11d3-b153-00c04f79faa6" width="320" height="260" codebase="http://activex.microsoft.com/activex/controls/mplayer/en/nsmp2inf.cab#Version=5,1,52,701"> <param name="url" value="http://ococean.com/assets/managed/multimedia/winterfest%2009wintrfest07raympeg.mpg" /><embed type="application/x-mplayer2" width="320" height="260" src="http://ococean.com/assets/managed/multimedia/winterfest%2009wintrfest07raympeg.mpg"></embed> </object> &nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/winterfest-of-lights http://ococean.com/events/turkey-trot <p>One of the last chances for a great golf tournament before cold weather. Four-player scramble for adults, includes a turkey feast after play. Grab your friends &amp; join us at Ocean City&rsquo;s award-winning course. Sunday. For information, Eagles Landing, 410-213-7277. <a href="http://www.eagleslandinggolf.com/" target="_blank">www.eagleslandinggolf.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/turkey-trot http://ococean.com/events/annual-black-friday-550-rockfish-tournament <p>Free slip with tournament entry. Weigh-ins Fri., 10 a.m.-noon &amp; 5-7 p.m.; Sat., 9-11 a.m. &amp; 5-7 p.m. Jessica Pollimeier, 800-322-3065. <a href="http://www.ocfishing.com/" target="_blank">www.ocfishing.com</a></p> http://ococean.com/events/annual-black-friday-550-rockfish-tournament http://ococean.com/events/holiday-shopper's-fair <p><span class="style28">Holiday shopping extravaganza. Quality photography, florals, jewelry, nautical items, toys, candles, sports autographs &amp; more. Children's activities are offered along with a visit with Santa. Non-shoppers lounge. Admission. Fri. &amp; Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Janice Cropper, 410-723-8605. 800-OC-OCEAN. (800-626-2326). </span></p> http://ococean.com/events/holiday-shopper's-fair http://ococean.com/events/christmas-parade <p>Wonderful holiday parade with high school bands, floats &amp; marching units. Many activities in Gold Coast Mall following the parade. Saturday, 11 a.m. Parade route 100th Street north to 115th Street at mall. Honey Jarvis, 410-524-9000. <a href="mailto:Honijarvis@cs.com">Honijarvis@cs.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/christmas-parade http://ococean.com/events/new-year's-eve <p>Townwide celebrations at your favorite hotel or restaurant<br /> Enjoy ringing in the new year at your favorite summer place. Many Ocean City hotels, clubs &amp; restaurants offer special packages or menus for this special Thursday night. Call your favorite spot or 800-OC-OCEAN (800-626-2326) for general information.</p> http://ococean.com/events/new-year's-eve http://ococean.com/events/www.atlanticgeneral.org <p>Celebrate New Year's Day by "Getting wet for a good cause." Everyone looks forward to this annual dip into the chilly Atlantic Ocean to benefit local hospital Atlantic General. Registration at noon; swim at 1 p.m.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/www.atlanticgeneral.org http://ococean.com/events/mayor-and-city-council-open-house <p><strong><span style="background-color: #ffffff;">Each year the Mayor and City Council offer this open house as an opportunity to tour City Hall and offer their best wishes for the coming year!</span></strong> Residents and visitors alike are invited to enjoy this year's special theme, "Ocean City Police Department-Community Committed, Internationally Acclaimed." See police and emergency equipment and technology, mounted police patrol and&nbsp;K-9 officers. Visit the displays, hear storytellers and enjoy light refreshments. Friday, 1-3 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/mayor-and-city-council-open-house http://ococean.com/events/nautical-and-wildlife-art-festival <p>The Shore&rsquo;s premier presentation of nautical &amp; wildlife artists in residence. Noted painters, sculptors, model shipbuilders &amp; multi-media artists highlight this annual show. Admission. Admission also includes entry to North American Craft Show. Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Donald A. Hastings, 410-524-9177. <a href="mailto:duckmandon@comcast.net">duckmandon@comcast.net</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/nautical-and-wildlife-art-festival http://ococean.com/events/east-coast-commercial-fishermen's-and-aquaculture-trade-expo <p>Visitors can find all types of gear, services&nbsp;and equipment related to inshore and offshore fisheries, as well as all facets of the aquaculture industry. Admission. Fri., 11 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4:30 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/east-coast-commercial-fishermen's-and-aquaculture-trade-expo http://ococean.com/events/27th-annual-seaside-boat-show <p><strong>See over 300 boats, including sail, pontoon, inshore &amp; offshore. Waverunners, boat accessories, arts &amp; crafts, insurance &amp; finance reps. Everything for the boating life.</strong></p> <p>All proceeds to to area youth programs; known as the "Boat show that works for children." Admission. Fri., 11 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/27th-annual-seaside-boat-show http://ococean.com/events/oc-collector-car-auction <p>Premier indoor collector car auction featuring hot rods, classics, muscle cars and more crossing the auction block. Admission. Saturday, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sunday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/oc-collector-car-auction http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-oc-rec/school-open-nationals <p align="justify"><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: x-small; color: #800000;">Recreation and School Cheerleading Teams from around the world gather to compete at the one and only Reach the Beach! Experience the thrill of competing under amazing concert lighting and professional HD Sound System. Teams will feel as if they were a part of an incredible Broadway Production in New York City! Our fantastic professionally choreographed awards ceremony and the sheer fun of Ocean City, Maryland combine to make this the best&nbsp;National competition your team will attend! Prize money, the car giveaway, fabulous individual and partner stunt awards, the unbeatable atmosphere, unstoppable fun and more make this the premier Cheerleading National Championship! After the competition, experience Ocean City's beautiful beaches, the world famous boardwalk, seafood restaurants galore, and outlet shopping! Do not miss this sell-out event. Admission for spectators. Fri., 6-9 p.m.; Sat., 8 a.m.- 10 p.m. Registration for competition.</span></span></span></p> http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-oc-rec/school-open-nationals http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-dance-nationals <p><span style="font-size: small;"><span style="font-family: Tahoma;"><span style="font-size: x-small; color: #800000;">Recreation, School, All Star &amp; Studio Dance&nbsp;Teams from around the world gather to compete at the one and only Reach the Beach! Experience the thrill of competing under amazing concert lighting and professional HD Sound System. Teams will feel as if they were a part of an incredible Broadway Production in New York City! Our fantastic professionally choreographed awards ceremony and the sheer fun of Ocean City, Maryland combine to make this the best&nbsp;National competition your team will attend! Admission fee. Sunday, 8 a.m.- 5 p.m. Registration for competition. </span></span></span></p> http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-dance-nationals http://ococean.com/events/agehr,-area-iii-handbell-ringers-spring-festival <p><strong>Annual handbell concert features 350+ handbell ringers</strong>. The final concert is open to the public free of charge on Saturday, March 13 at 4:45 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/agehr,-area-iii-handbell-ringers-spring-festival http://ococean.com/events/st.patrick's-day-parade <p>30th anniversary of Maryland's second largest St. Patty's parade. Saturday, 11 a.m.- 4 p.m. festival. Parade starts at noon.</p> http://ococean.com/events/st.patrick's-day-parade http://ococean.com/events/infoevent@aol.com <p><strong>Premier indoor car show</strong>, showcasing some of the top feature cars in the Mid-Atlantic area along with special attractions and live entertainment. Sat., 10 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/infoevent@aol.com http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-show <p><strong>Ideas on decorating, remodeling, building or accessorizing your home!</strong> An opportunity to see what is new in all aspects of home and garden, all under one roof. Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 7 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-show http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-art-and-craft-fair <p>Artists showcasing their most creative and unique crafts, gifts adn decor for your home or condo complement the Home &amp; Condo Show. Useful accessories and fun items you will love to have! Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Admission includes Home &amp; Condo Show.</p> http://ococean.com/events/home-condo-and-garden-art-and-craft-fair http://ococean.com/events/easter-art-and-craft-fair <p>Exhibitors displaying fun and unique hand crafted items, including wearable art, lawn and garden decor, toys, florals and much more. Door prizes. Fri., 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Admission includes the Easter Kids Fair.</p> http://ococean.com/events/easter-art-and-craft-fair http://ococean.com/events/easter-kids-fair <p>Continuous events and activities including Beanny the Easter Bunny, Easter Egg hunts, coloring tables, puppet shows and much more. Fri., 11 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 3:30 p.m. Admission includes Easter Art &amp; Craft Fair.</p> http://ococean.com/events/easter-kids-fair http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-all-star-and-college-internationals <p>The original cheer and dance beach nationals return for another exciting all star event. Cheer and dance teams compete for national championship title. Friday, 6-9 p.m; Saturday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sunday, 8 a.m.-10 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/reach-the-beach-all-star-and-college-internationals http://ococean.com/events/sweet-adelines-competition <p>Twenty-seven&nbsp;Sweet Adeline choruses and quartets from the mid-Atlantic region vie for medals and the opportunity to represent Region 19 at the international convention. Events take place Friday afternoon and Saturday culminating with the "Show of Champions" Saturday at 8 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/sweet-adelines-competition http://ococean.com/events/md-international-kite-expo <p><strong>Great spectator and participant event!</strong> Kites of all kinds flown for display and in competition. Fri.-Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/md-international-kite-expo http://ococean.com/events/ward-world-championship-wildfowl-carving-competition-and-art-festival <p>40th annual event features carvers in competition for the world's most prestigious&nbsp;awards in wildfowl art. Visitors from all over the world enjoy the judging, auctions, seminars and demonstrations. Children's activities are included along with over 100 exhibitor booths of artisans and art supplies for this fine art craft. Fri., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/ward-world-championship-wildfowl-carving-competition-and-art-festival http://ococean.com/events/white-marlin-festival-crab-soup-cookoff <p>This family event becomes more popular each year. Clowns, face painting, exhibits by local organizations enhance the main event, a crab soup cookoff with local professional chefs competing for the title of "Best Crab Soup." Adding to the fun, the public can sample and vote for a small fee. Saturday, noon to 3 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/white-marlin-festival-crab-soup-cookoff http://ococean.com/events/springfest <p><strong>Springfest 2010 celebrates the arrival of spring and the upcoming summer season. It is four dynamic days of delicious food, live entertainment and clever arts and crafts under four huge big top tents located in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City&rsquo;s famous Boardwalk.</strong></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Springfest serves up a continuous variety of musical performances on two stages. Admission to the four day event is free! All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts, which start at 8 p.m. on Thursday, Friday and Saturday. <strong>Tickets ON SALE NOW in person &nbsp;at the Roland E. Powell Convention Center Box Office Monday through Friday 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. or you may order tickets by calling TicketMaster at 1-800-551-SEAT, or in Baltimore/Washington call 410-481-SEAT, </strong><a href="http://www.ticketmaster.com"><strong>www.ticketmaster.com</strong></a></p> <p>This year's headline entertainers include:</p> <p>Thursday: Captain Fantastic (Elton John Tribute)</p> <p>Friday:&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp; The Country Rat Pack with Richie McDonald, Tracy Byrd, Tracy Lawrence</p> <p>Saturday:&nbsp;&nbsp; Teen Idols with Peter Noone of Hermans Hermits, Mickey Dolenz of the Monkeys and Mark Lindsay of Paul Revere and the Raiders</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Bring your appetite so you can enjoy delicious food from famous Eastern Shore delicacies to a wide assortment of ethnic food. Feast on crab cakes, pit beef, barbecue, hamburgers, hot dogs and much, much more. Over 30 food vendors will serve a variety of delicious food during the Springfest 2010 celebration.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Ride the Boardwalk tram directly to the Springfest grounds for only $3.00 per person one-way. Children under 42 inches are free. The tram runs from 10:00 a.m. to Midnight. Since parking is limited at Springfest, visitors are urged to park and ride buses to the festival grounds.</p> <p>The Springfest Express offers convenient service for festival attendees traveling from the Roland E. Powell Convention Center directly to the Springfest grounds for only $2.00 all-day. Parking is free at the Convention Center south lot. Shuttles depart the lot every 30 minutes from 9:00 a.m. until 30 minutes following the end of the evening&rsquo;s last concert, Thursday through Saturday, and from 9:00 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. on Sunday. <br />Ride the Bus to Springfest 2010<br />Park and Ride from the following locations<br />* Route 50 Park &amp; Ride<br />* Presbyterian Church on 13th Street<br />* Public Safety Building at 65th Street<br />* Ocean Plaza Mall on 115th Street<br />* Gold Coast Mall at 115th Street<br />* Northside Park on 125th Street<br />(If you require special assistance with handicapped transportation please call 410-723-1607)</p> <p>BE SURE TO BUY A SOUVENIR WHILE AT SPRINGFEST!<br />Visit the Official Event Merchandise Tent near the Main Entrance. Infant, Toddler, Youth and Adult sizes through 4XL are available. Don&rsquo;t forget your official 2010 Springfest tee!</p> <p>For more information about Springfest call&nbsp;toll-free 1-800-626-2326.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/springfest http://ococean.com/events/festivals-of-music <p><span style="font-size: 12pt; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA; mso-bidi-font-weight: bold;"><span style="color: #000000;">Music festival for middle, junior &amp; high school instrumental &amp; choral organizations.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Fri., 8 a.m.-8 p.m. Parade on Boardwalk, Sat., 9 a.m.</span></span></p> http://ococean.com/events/festivals-of-music http://ococean.com/events/salute-to-the-services <h2>Special discount program honoring those serving community &amp; country.<br /></h2> <p class="style28">Participating hotels, motels, restaurants &amp; attractions offer discounts during this time to military, police, EMS &amp; fire personnel showing their credentials. <br /><br />Some restrictions apply. <br /><br />Discount information can be found on <a href="http://www.salutetotheservices.com/" target="_blank">www.salutetotheservices.com</a>. <br /><br />Ocean City Hotel-Motel- Restaurant Association, 800-626-2326.</p> http://ococean.com/events/salute-to-the-services http://ococean.com/events/cruisin'-ocean-city <p>Popular car show features over 3,000 hot rods, customs, classics, street machines, muscle cars and more. Live entertainment, celebrity guests, special attractions, boardwalk parades, manufacturers vedor midway and more. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Admission</p> http://ococean.com/events/cruisin'-ocean-city http://ococean.com/events/spring-arts-and-crafts-show <p class="style28">Ocean City&rsquo;s only Memorial Day weekend craft show featuring vendors displaying garden accessories, jewelry, candles, florals, wood crafts &amp; more. Also plants and&nbsp;items with nautical theme. Free&nbsp;admission.&nbsp;<br /><br />Sat., 10 a.m.-5 p.m.<br />Sunday, 10 a.m.- 4 p.m. <br /><br />Janice Cropper, 410-213-0735. <a href="mailto:Cropperjl@aol.com"><br />Cropperjl@aol.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/spring-arts-and-crafts-show http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-week <h2>Week-long culinary experience allows guests to indulge in the finest OC fare at fixed prices.</h2> <p class="style28">Participating restaurants offer two- &amp; three-course meals at $20 &amp; $30, respectively. <br /><br />No tickets or passes required, but reservations are appreciated. <br /><br />OC Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Assoc., 800-626-2326. <a href="http://www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com/" target="_blank"><br />www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/ocean-city-restaurant-week http://ococean.com/events/oc-car-and-truck-show <h2>The biggest automotive &amp; youth culture event on the East Coast</h2> <p>...with hundreds of vehicles, music, entertainment, celebrity appearances &amp; much more. <br /><br />Admission.<br />Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.<br />Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. <br /><br />Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183. <a href="http://www.occarshow.com/" target="_blank">www.occarshow.com</a>. <a href="mailto:occarshow02@aol.com">occarshow02@aol.com</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/oc-car-and-truck-show http://ococean.com/events/oc-air-show <p>This new event was a huge success in its inaugural year &amp; is back even bigger!</p> <p>The events will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort&rsquo;s beaches and attractions.</p> <p>Spectators can see the show free of charge, but VIP seating is also available. <a href="http://www.ocairshow.com">www.ocairshow.com</a>.</p> <p>OC Air Show "Express Service" was added for the convenience of our OC Air Show attendees. The trolleys will be available for an "Express Service," traveling directly from the 40th Street south Convention Center parking lot to Show Center 16th Street from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The fare is $2 and is transferable to the Coastal Highway and Park &amp; Ride Buses. "Express Trolley Service", Schedule June 12 through June 14th with 20-minute service from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.</p> <p><!--st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } --><!--[if gte mso 10]> <mce:style><! /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} > <! [endif] ></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The events will be visible along the entire length of the Boardwalk creating an inspiring experience for visitors while they enjoy the resort&rsquo;s beaches and attractions.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">Spectators can see the show free of charge, but VIP seating is also available. <a href="http://ocairshow.com/" mce_href="http://ocairshow.com/" target="_blank">www.ocairshow.com</a>.</p> <h4 class="MsoNormal">"Express Trolley Service" Schedule</h4> <p class="MsoNormal">OC Air Show "Express Service" was added for the convenience of our OC Air Show attendees. The trolleys will be available for an "Express Service," traveling directly from the 40th Street south Convention Center parking lot to Show Center 16th Street from 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. The fare is $2 and is transferable to the Coastal Highway and Park &amp; Ride Buses.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">June 12 through June 14th with 20-minute service from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;< ><--></p> http://ococean.com/events/oc-air-show http://ococean.com/events/md-state-firemen's-assoc.-conference-and-parade <h2>Annual convention for the Maryland Fire Rescue Service.</h2> <p>Training programs, business meetings &amp; exhibits.<br />The public is invited to come in &amp; &ldquo;meet the firemen&rdquo; &amp; see exhibits. <br />Mon. &amp; Tues., 9 a.m.- 5 p.m. Wed., 9 a.m.- noon. <br /><br />Annual parade, Inlet to 9th St. &amp; Baltimore Ave. Equipment, bands, &amp; floats. (approx. 3 hours) <br />Wednesday. <a href="mailto:info@msfa.org">info@msfa.org</a>.</p> http://ococean.com/events/md-state-firemen's-assoc.-conference-and-parade http://ococean.com/events/flag-day <h2 class="style28">Celebrate the nation&rsquo;s symbol!</h2> <p class="style28"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml> <w:WordDocument> <w:View>Normal</w:View> <w:Zoom>0</w:Zoom> <w:Compatibility> <w:BreakWrappedTables /> <w:SnapToGridInCell /> <w:WrapTextWithPunct /> <w:UseAsianBreakRules /> </w:Compatibility> <w:BrowserLevel>MicrosoftInternetExplorer4</w:BrowserLevel> </w:WordDocument> </xml><![endif]--><!--[if !mso]> <span class="mceItemObject" classid="clsid:38481807-CA0E-42D2-BF39-B33AF135CC4D" id=ieooui> </span> <mce:style><! st1\:*{behavior:url(#ieooui) } --> <!--[endif]--> <!--[if gte mso 10]> <mce:style><! /* Style Definitions */ table.MsoNormalTable {mso-style-name:"Table Normal"; mso-tstyle-rowband-size:0; mso-tstyle-colband-size:0; mso-style-noshow:yes; mso-style-parent:""; mso-padding-alt:0in 5.4pt 0in 5.4pt; mso-para-margin:0in; mso-para-margin-bottom:.0001pt; mso-pagination:widow-orphan; font-size:10.0pt; font-family:"Times New Roman";} --> <!--[endif]--></p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Town of Ocean City will observe Flag Day with a special ceremony on Monday, June 14, 20010 at 7:00 p.m. at the Flag Plaza in beautifully Northside Park 127th Street &amp; the Bay on the Flag Plaza.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">The Mayor of Ocean City will lead a brief program recognizing our veterans, the flag they served and, &ldquo;Pledge of Allegiance.&rdquo; The Ocean City Police Department Color Guard will present the colors, as the national anthem is sung.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">All local associations are invited to participate in this ceremony.</p> <p class="MsoNormal">For more information on Flag Day, call the Ocean City Department of Recreation &amp; Parks at 410-250-0125.</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/flag-day http://ococean.com/events/art's-alive <p class="style28"><span class="style61"><strong></strong></span></p> <h2>Visit beautiful Northside Park to discover that art is alive for the entire family in Ocean City!</h2> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p>Ocean City's 10th Annual Fine Art Show will feature more than 100 artists selling their treasures and competing for awards. There's something very special about fine art at the beach! Visit the artists as they sell their art around the picturesque lagoon at Northside Park, 127th Street and the Bay. Listen to lively music while you enjoy lunch at the Artists' Caf&eacute;. Also, your children can enjoy free, creative art activities. Bring the whole family and create an "Artsy" Ocean City memory at Art's Alive 2010.</p> <p>Saturday, 9:00 a.m. to 6:00p.m.,</p> <p>Sunday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/art's-alive http://ococean.com/events/family-olympics-on-the-beach <h3><span style="font-variant: small-caps; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; color: blue; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Enjoy fun on the beach! Each Tuesday evening features a variety of contests for all ages. Events may include sand castle contests, tug-of-war, relays and more. All activities are free and are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. </span></h3> http://ococean.com/events/family-olympics-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/movies-on-the-beach <h2><span style="font-variant: small-caps; font-family: &quot;Times New Roman&quot;; color: blue; font-size: 10pt; mso-bidi-font-size: 12.0pt; mso-fareast-font-family: 'Times New Roman'; mso-ansi-language: EN-US; mso-fareast-language: EN-US; mso-bidi-language: AR-SA;">Every Monday and Friday evening enjoy games and a movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket and enjoy the night beside the ocean.<span style="mso-spacerun: yes;">&nbsp; </span>Games and activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. </span></h2> http://ococean.com/events/movies-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-downtown <h4>Sunday, July 4, 2010 * 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.</h4> <p>A concert at 8:00 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. will take place downtown on the beach at North Division Street and at the same time, uptown at 127^th Street at Northside Park. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-downtown http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-uptown <h4>Sunday, July 4, 2010 * 8:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.</h4> <p>A concert at 8:00 p.m., followed by fireworks at 9:30 p.m. will take place downtown on the beach at North Division Street and at the same time, uptown at 127^th Street at Northside Park. &nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/celebrate-july-4th-uptown http://ococean.com/events/captain-craig-swim <p>Open to the public, competitors swim a measured mile with the prevailing current to a finish line located at 13th Street . Awards presented. Commemorative t-shirt included with registration. Ginny Craig half-mile swim also available.&nbsp; Registration fee, begins at 5 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/captain-craig-swim http://ococean.com/events/sundaes-in-the-park <p>Bring your picnic basket and beach chairs to Northside Park, located at 127th Street and the Bay from ice cream sundaes and live entertainment. The lineup of entertainers this season will make you stand and cheer, however, the spotlight will be on you creating your own ice cream sundae with delicious toppings. Sundaes in the Park is a family concert series offered Sunday evenings in July and August from 6:00 p.m. to 8 p.m. So enjoy your own dessert creation as you listen to your musical favorites and watch the sunset over the beautiful Assawoman Bay.</p> <h4><br /></h4> <h4>July 11, 18, 25, 2010</h4> <h4>August 1, 8, 15, 22, 29, 2010</h4> <h4><br /></h4> <p>For more information visit <a href="http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html">http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/sundaes-in-the-park http://ococean.com/events/concerts-on-the-beach <p>Concerts on the Beach provide free, live entertainment on Wednesday nights in July and August with tribute bands and local favorites.&nbsp; Watch the moon rise over the Atlantic Ocean while you listen to exotic sounds from a variety of entertainers who will have your hands clapping and your toes tapping from 8:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.</p> <h4>July 14, 21, 2010</h4> <h4>August 4, 11, 18, 25, 2010</h4> <p>For more information visit <a href="http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html">http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/concerts-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/sunset-park <p>Watch the sun set over the Isle of Wight Bay from the perfect location in Ocean City. Enjoy music beside the bay. Event begins at 7 p.m.&nbsp;</p> <p>For more information visit <a href="http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html">http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/sunset-park http://ococean.com/events/kids-crab-round-up <p>Morning of fun &amp; learning about blue crabs &amp; their environment. All necessary equipment is provided. A small prize for all children who participate. For children 12 years &amp; under accompanied by an adult. Saturday, 9 a.m.-noon. Bob Gilmore, Ocean City Parrotheads, <a href="mailto:opbobgil@aol.com">opbobgil@aol.com</a></p> http://ococean.com/events/kids-crab-round-up http://ococean.com/events/sunset-park-party-night <p>Enjoy an evening of music and fun beside the bay at one of Ocean City's newest venues.</p> <p>Event begins at 7 p.m.</p> http://ococean.com/events/sunset-park-party-night http://ococean.com/events/labor-day-weekend-concerts-on-the-beach <h2>Treat yourself to a summer Labor Day Weekend Concert on the beach.&nbsp;</h2> <p>The intoxicating sounds of a variety of entertainers will have your hands clapping and your toes tapping in the sand at North Division Street and the Beach.</p> <h4>Saturday, September 4, 2010 <br /></h4> <h4>Sunday, September 5, 2010</h4> <p>For more information visit <a href="http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html">http://town.ocean-city.md.us/sep.html</a></p> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/labor-day-weekend-concerts-on-the-beach http://ococean.com/events/sunfest <h2>Sunfest celebrates its 36^th year as Ocean City's biggest and best festival.&nbsp;</h2> <p>Sunfest artisans will delight your eyes with their arts and crafts creations.&nbsp; Try the bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food and quench your thirst with a tropical smoothie.&nbsp; Enjoy live entertainment on two stages.&nbsp; Children can enjoy hayrides and inflatables on the Beach.&nbsp; Sunfest 2010 has something for everyone.</p> <h4>September 23 -26, 2010&nbsp;</h4> <h4>Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m.</h4> <h4>Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.</h4> <p>&nbsp;</p> http://ococean.com/events/sunfest http://ococean.com/events/winefest-on-the-beach <h2>Annual wine-tasting event!</h2> <p>Samples, arts &amp; crafts, live music,food vendors &amp; micro-brew beer.</p> <p>Fri. &amp; Sat., 11 a.m.- 7 p.m. &nbsp;Admission.</p> http://ococean.com/events/winefest-on-the-beach