12/20/13 Ocean City Today

Merry Christmas

INSIDE THIS ISSUE:

Ocean City Today BUSINESS . . . . . . . . . . 26A CLASSIFIED . . . . . . . . . 29A ENTERTAINMENT . . . . . . 5B LEGALS . . . . . . . . . . . . 32A

LIFESTYLE . . . . . . . . . . . 1B OPINION . . . . . . . . . . . 44A OUT&ABOUT . . . . . . . . 22B SPORTS . . . . . . . . . . . . 38A

NOEL COMMUNITY TO OFFER MEAL ON CHRISTMAS DAY … PAGE 1B

WWW.OCEANCITYTODAY.NET

DECEMBER 20, 2013

FREE

Tourism research advances Council agrees to seek bids for consultants for strategic planning study ZACK HOOPES Staff Writer

IT’S COOKIE TIME

2999

OCEAN CITY TODAY/NANCY POWELL

Residential & Commercial 24/7 Emergency Service

STARTING AT

Volunteers, from left, Cyndi Gradwell, Edie Brennan and Marsha Albrecht join Santa during Saturday’s Cookie Walk at the Community Church at Ocean Pines held by that church and St. Peter’s Lutheran Church. Proceeds of the cookie sales went to Diakonia, the housing ministry in West Ocean City.

$

(Dec. 20, 2013) By early 2014, Ocean City just might have selected a consultant to conduct its long-awaited strategic tourism study.

The phrase “opening a whole new can of worms” comes to mind, but in this case, as was discussed at Monday night’s council meeting, the particular can in question goes back for some time.

The City Council agreed to issue a bid request for consulting services relating to the study, seeking a facilitator for a project that “will encompass interviewing Ocean City tourism stakeholders, evaluating Ocean City tourism assets and conducting a market analysis to incorporate into a strategic plan that will serve as the blueprint for Ocean City’s tourism marketing, identifying target and niche markets and priorities for FY 2015-2020.”

While it might sound dry on paper, what the city is trying to do is reach a consensus among political and business leaders over what the resort actually wants to do with itself, a question that has lingered since the economic downturn of 2008-2009.

“To me, this is way overdue and See OC on Page 3A

COMPLETE HEATING AND COOLING SYSTEMS

WHILE SUPPLIES LAST!

410A 13-15 SEER PACKAGE: • Air Handler or Furnace, Coil & Condenser or Heat Pump • Programmable Thermostat • 2 Year Labor & 10 Years Parts Warranty • 1 Year Elite Maintenance Plan

Financing Available • All Major • Credit Cards Accepted

We Service All HVAC Brands

443-783-1591 855-484-8221 www.GVHVAC.com

MD HVAC #4450 – MD MHIC #130427 – DE HVAC/R # HM0000865 – LICENSED & INSURED

Ocean City Today

2A NEWS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

tions va er es R ’s ar Ye ew N & as tm is hr Now Accepting CCe ft Certificate for FREE! rtificate and receive a $20 Gi

LOCATED IN THE HOLIDAY INN 67TH ST DINNER SERVED FRI - SAT 5PM - TIL

410-524-5252

Buy a $100 Gift

OCMDHOTELS.COM / REFLECTIONS

Diane, From Surf & Turf, to Steak me fer so to Seafood Risotto, we ofis h es • • d el ic io u s

mbe Cooking in Ocean City Featuring the Only Tableside Fla $9 1/2lb burger

ocmd d

tor 23 years Wine Specta nce Award of Excelle

$7 fresh, local oysters

$6

french onion soup

$16 top sirloin steak

R AW B A R

CRAFT BREWS S EAminT FRESH n! soo lat stone pizzas co g f

KID FRIENDLY!

:)

HERSHE Y’S ICE CREAM & ROOT BEER ON TAP

WWW.BRICKHOUSEPUBOC.COM 4 1 0  5 2 4  5 2 5 2

DLY! FOOTBALL FRIEN & FLAT 12 BREWS ON TAP SCREENS ON EVERY WALL

P

U

B

67TH ST OCEANFRONT IN THE HOLIDAY INN, OPEN FOR BREAKFAST & DINNER EVERYDAY, LUNCH SAT & SUN

vatiboynsJohn Remy er es R s ’ r ea Y ew N g Now Acceptin ast and Entertainment

Hemingway ’s at the

CORAL REEF

rtificate and receive a Buy a $100 Gift Ce for FREE!

e $20 Gift Certificat

Champagne To

Featuring: Mango BBQ Ri , Jerk Painted Salmon, Rasta Pasta, Scao$ Saint Croix, Ribeye Steak & m!e...

Local favorites as well as innovative interpretations of Floridian and island cuisine, inspired by traditional and modern tastes.

Fine Dining Nightly at 5pm. Join us Daily in our 4-story atrium for Breakfast, Lunch or a casual Dinner

17TH STREET & BOARDWALK IN THE HOLIDAY INN SUITES • 410.289.2612 • OCMDHOTELS.COM/HEMINGWAYS

WWW.

OCMDHOTELS .COM

Yo u c a n’ t b e a t t h e s u n r i s e o n t h e At l a n t i c t h i s t i m e o f ye a r.

Log on to view some great, sunrise catching, empty beach walking, serenity now, getaway specials.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 3A

OC tourism plan ‘way overdue and much needed,’ Ashley says much needed,” said Councilman Brent Ashley.

“We always discuss which events bring in the most money and which type of people spend the most money,” noted Council Secretary Mary Knight.

“I would really like to see something to the effect of the importance of events and some type of measurement [for them].”

The idea of a strategic study has been around for some time, but was most recently pushed at a meeting of the city’s tourism commission by Greg Shockley, who is both a Boardwalk business owner and chair of the state tourism board.

Maryland completed its own statelevel study earlier this year, which was well-received. While that study was very broad-based, Shockley noted, the same tactics could be used to approach Ocean City’s big questions when it comes to tourism direction.

In recent years, and especially over the past summer, the major question is what parts of the resort’s economy are doing well. Shockley and other business owners have said that, while some businesses are seeing upswings, many others have remained stagnant.

Never before has there been this much disparity and division.

The picture is difficult to ascertain

Continued from Page 1A

from the top-down. What the city con- ends. This is largely credited with siders to be its major tourism indica- keeping the city running during the tors – room and food tax – have lean years. But this past year, city leadposted slight gains throughout the ers began to question whether that year versus the same months in years strategy had become counter-producpast. At the same time, however, the tive.

Particularly in June, the town monthly reports from Smith Travel Research – which pulls data from the struggled to manage a constant rotabookings of major franchise hotels – tion of events with high overhead that have posted larger gains in average put a strain on the police and public works departments, raising the quesdaily rates and revenue per-room. tion as to whether This would inor not the events dicate, as Ashley “I have doubts about how were not attractand others have ing more visitors, pressed, that the [those increases] are coming but just displacresort as a whole about. We’ve been in a holding ing others who is making more would’ve come to money off less pattern for several years.” the beach anyway people, a direcBRENT ASHLEY if it wasn’t filled tion that will Councilman with various anlikely be quescillary activities.. tioned during the Knight noted upcoming study.

“I have doubts about how [those in- that she had reviewed a similar creases] are coming about,” Ashley tourism study from Volusia County, said. “We’ve been in a holding pattern FL., where Daytona Beach is the main attraction. for several years.”

“They compared their private But the driving force behind the summer economy – whatever its dis- events and which ones did have the parity may be – is likely the city’s re- biggest return on investment,” she liance on special events to draw said. “It was sort of counter-intuitive.

The Daytona 500, for instance, had a visitors, as Knight alluded to.

Following the economic downturn, much better demographic and higher the city began to attract a number of income bracket than Bike Week.”

“If we have a new event, we should headlining events to target key week-

have a formula [for assessing it].”

Earlier this year, City Manager David Recor began reforming the way the town deals with high-dollar private events, eliminating some of the more difficult profit-sharing schemes and replacing them with flat fees.

Notably, Recor nixed the arrangement with the OC Air Show that saw the town loan $50,000 annually to the show’s organizers on an indefinite line of credit. Given that the town’s cut of the profits only amounted to $20,000, however, this essentially amounted to a $30,000 undeclared subsidy. Instead, the agreement was cancelled and the town simply offered to pay the OC Air Show $30,000 per year for its event.

“We’re continuing to work on standardizing our agreements, to identify the expectations of the promoter and what they can expect from us in return,” Recor said this week.

Further, the city is often inconsistent in what it changes promoters for municipal services, particularly with regards to the set-up and rental of equipment such as barricades, cones, and bleachers.

“There is a new fee structure that’s been drafted and reviewed by staff,” Recor said. “I expect that implementing that will be part of this year’s budget process.”

410-289-2525 OCEANCITYHILTON .COM/DINING 32ND STREET OCEANSIDE IN THE HILTON OPEN DAILY FOR BREAKFAST, LUNCH & DINNER

Crab Roasted Corn Chowdercreamy blend of crab & roasted corn with red bell pepper & a hint of Caribbean spice

palm chop salad finely chopped romaine, topped with jerk chicken, hearts of palm, crisp pancetta, avocado, tomato and gorgonzola cheese palm duet

pan seared duck breast and sweet chili basted shrimp with a blackberry ginger sauce

bermuda triangle entree cinnamon seared sea scallops with an ancho coulis. A broiled crabcake with sweet chili remoulade and finally, applewood smoked bacon wrapped around jumbo shrimp, grilled to perfection with jalapeno barbecue sauce

Now Accepting

New Year’s Reservations

SPECIAL MENU FEATURING

lobster bisque twin lobster tails filet mignon grilled swordfish & more!!!

SEATING IS LIMITED, PLEASE RESERVE

Gift Certificates

NOW AVAILABLE Purchase a $100 Gift Certificate and receive a $20 Gift Certificate for FREE!

PACKAGE INCLUDES: • 3 days & 2 nights accommodations • OPEN BAR & New Year’s buffet of Snow Crab Legs, Shrimp, Sushi Rolls, Oysters, Prime Rib & much, much more!

• Be amazed BY JEFF & TESSA EVASON ‘The finest act of their kind in the world.’ -NBC WWW.EVASON.COM • Dance to the music of Jumping Juke Box and have fun in our ballroom

PLEASE CALL: 800-837-3588 FOR MORE INFO

new year’s eve hotel package •••••••

starting at • • • • • • •

$209 Per Person double occupancy, includes all gratuities •••••••••••••••••••••••

Check In dates Mon., Dec. 30 or Tue., Dec. 31 •••••••••••••••••••••••

67TH ST. OCEANSIDE • OCMD

HOLIDAYINNOCEANFRONT.COM

Ocean City Today

4A NEWS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Funds sought for Shepherd’s Crook fire victim’s medical bills Dana Truitt has big plans, including marriage, once released from hospital NANCY POWELL Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) Fire victim Dana Truitt has big plans for when she leaves Johns Hopkins Hospital’s Bayview Burn Center, where she has been recovering from third-degree burns suffered during the Nov. 26 fire at the Shepherd’s Crook on Third Street in Ocean City.

She plans to marry fiancé Charles Maddox, a co-worker at Buckingham Hotel on 14th Street, who helped establish the Dana Truitt Donation Fund with their employer, Spiro Buas, to assist her with continuing medical expenses and the costs to her family for their visits to her in the hospital.

Donations have already enabled Maddox to visit her.

The marriage will take place, she said last Thursday, “as soon as we get out of here.”

Truitt, 41, who moved to Ocean City from Delaware about four years ago, also said that she had undergone surgery involving a skin graft on her left leg. She does not expect to have any more surgeries and she is in no pain, she said.

She suffered third-degree burns over 23 percent of her body when John Sterner, a client of the food pantry in the rectory of St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church on Third Street, ran into the building engulfed in flames after dousing himself in gasoline.

Rev. David Dingwall, who had been in his third-floor office, was carried out by firefighters, but he died later at Atlantic General Hospital. Sterner died at the scene.

Truitt said she had taken Maddox to work that morning and then went to the Shepherd’s Crook, where she vol-

*From Nov. 29, 2013 through Dec. 24, 2013, any jewelry purchase made at Park Place Jewelers will be refunded, less sales tax, if Ocean City Maryland Airport receives one inch of fresh snowfall on New Years Day January 1, 2014 between noon and midnight. Not valid on gift certificates or repairs. See store for complete details.

ENGAGEMENT RINGS FROM $999!

White Marlin Mall Next to Bed Bath & Beyond, West OC, MD

410.213.9220 • ParkPlaceJewelers.com

unteered on its thrice weekly openings, to get ready for its first clients at 10 a.m. Sterner arrived shortly before 9:30 a.m. She worked there, she said, because she likes helping people.

“He walked in on fire and said, ‘You’re not getting out of here,’ “ Truitt said. “I knocked him down.”

Truitt said Sterner grabbed her arm, but she got out of the building.

“I stopped, dropped and rolled,” she said, recalling what she had learned in school to do in case of fire.

Some people rushed over to her and told her that an ambulance was on its way. They said, “Just stay here,” Truitt recalled.

When paramedics arrived, they placed her on a stretcher and cut her clothes, which she said, were smoking.

She was taken to Atlantic General Hospital and later taken to the Baltimore burn center.

She did not learn of Dingwall’s death until a few days ago, she said.

“I could talk to him about anything,” she said. “I couldn’t believe it.”

She also knew Sterner.

“He went to the Crook all the time,” Truitt said. “Sometimes we’d have to escort him out of there because he would just get stupid.”

For now, Truitt is concentrating on her recovery and return to Ocean City.

She expects to be in the burn center about another week.

After arriving back in Ocean City, she will be confronted with medical bills.

To help Truitt with those medical bills and other expenses, people are asked to send checks to the Dana Truitt Donation Fund, c/o the Bank of Ocean City, P.O. Box 150, Ocean City, Md. 21843, or to drop off a check at any Bank of Ocean City location.

Donations may also be made online via PayPal at a special link at Buas’ Web site, www.ocrooms.com.

“While we can’t alleviate her pain or reduce her recovery time, together we See ASSISTANCE on Page 5A

Let Bunting Go To Bat For You! Real Estate Is Back!

HappyfromHolidays BUNTING REALTY Country setting on .92 of an acre for this 3 bedroom, 2 bath mobile home. Gas forced air with central air conditioning. 2 sheds are included. $85,000

6435 BOWDEN RD., NEWARK

Call Cam Bunting 410-713-2065

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 5A

Summer flounder fishing regulations will see little changes, if any Maryland doesn’t realize full quota in state-by-state conservation equivalency CLARA VAUGHN Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) Little is likely to change in Maryland’s recreational summer flounder fishery regulations next year.

Assistant Director at the state’s Department of Natural Resources Mike Luisi recently returned from a four-day meeting of the Mid-Atlantic Fishery Management Council, where the major debate over flounder was where fishery should continue management on a state-by-state basis or adopt a regional approach to regulating the catch.

Either way, however, Maryland’s summer flounder regulations are already so liberal that, despite the state landing less than half of its 2013 summer flounder quota of 74,000 fish, they aren’t likely to loosen up.

“I’m not anticipating any change,” Luisi said, though “it’s really difficult to say with any certainty.”

The current state-by-state system for summer flounder came about after a uniform, coast-wide set of rules proved unfair to some states.

“States realize the significant differences between, lets say, New York and North Carolina,” Luisi said.

The state-by-state system now in practice — called the “conservation equivalency” — is meant to level the playing field across the East Coast states, but it, too, faces some challenges, Luisi said.

Assistance sought for fire victim can help her avoid a financial challenge that she simply does not deserve,” Buas wrote in an e-mail.

Truitt said she appreciates the financial assistance.

“I appreciate what he is doing,” Truitt said of Buas. “I appreciate him

Continued from Page 4A

a lot for doing this.”

The Shepherd’s Crook is continuing its food pantry for the needy at a new location.

It is housed temporarily at Lands End Fellowship on Worcester Street in downtown Ocean City, across from the municipal parking lot.

ByTheOcean.net

Congoleum Connection

STOP BY Our Showroom ur & Meet O Team!

YEAR END SALE

JSI Craftsman

Mohawk SmartStrand

Kraus Symphony

We Do Elegance For Less. Specializing in FLOORS, KITCHENS & BATHS Tile • Hardwood • Laminate • Bamboo • Vinyl • Tile that looks like Hardwood!

Best SmartStrand® Prices in Town! • Custom-Made Area Rugs • Decks • Plantation Shutters Upholstery Cleaning • Carpet Cleaning, Restoration & Restretching • Water Restoration 410.524.RUGS (7847) 302.537.5500 TOLL FREE: 866.302.RUGS (7847)

View Our Gallery of Photos: RenovationsByTheOcean.com • CarpetsByTheOcean.com Rt. 54, Walgreen’s Shopping Center, Tax-Free Fenwick Island, DE 19944 (Mon-Fri 9-5, Sat 10-4)

“It has to do with states that are side-by-side,” he said. “Whenever you have rules that differ [across states] and you have people fishing side-byside… it just creates a problem.”

A regional approach to managing the flounder fishery could ameliorate that problem, lumping Maryland, Delaware and Virginia into one management area, for example.

Under a regional plan, states like Maryland that do not realize their full flounder quota could also help other, higher-catching states by ‘sharing’ quotas: Rather than setting more liberal regulations in Maryland, where the flounder size limit is already 16 inches and the season lasts through Dec. 31, the unused quota could help balance the catches of other states in the region.

“Instead of us going down to 15 inches or doing something different, we would just stay status quo and one of the regions could benefit a little bit,” Luisi said.

“It’s something that’s hard to tell fishermen… but as a coast, we work together to manage a lot of the fish that migrate,” he said. “At the end of the day, you just want your fishermen to have access to flounder.”

Ocean City anglers will have a chance to give their input at a public meeting, to be announced for a day in January, before the 2014 summer recreational flounder fishing regulations pass.

The Atlantic States Marine Fisheries Commission will meet after that to finalize the rules, which Luisi expects will come out in February.

Ocean City Today

6A NEWS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

No seats, no seatbelts, no unenclosed Coastal Highway cruising Council proposal targets rowdiness of high school students in early June ZACK HOOPES Staff Writer

(Dec. 20, 2013) City council approved the first reading this week of a code revision that would ban passengers riding without seats or seatbelts in the unenclosed areas of vehicles.

Specifically, the policy targets the unmistakable phenomenon of early June in the resort, where high-school students cruise Coastal Highway in the beds of pickup trucks, despite the obvious safety concerns involved – and the annoyance for residents.

“I like the idea that it’s going to cut down on the rowdiness,” said Councilman Brent Ashley. “I think this is twofold. Public safety number one, and quality of life number two.”

The change will become law if it receives a second favorable vote at the Jan. 6 council session.

New state traffic laws, which went into effect the first of this month, require all rear-seat passengers in a vehicle to be wearing seat belts.

Maryland previously only required front seat passengers and those under 16 to be belted. However, the law does not reference those who are not riding in a seat at all.

Thus, the city ordinance now being floated will go one step further, by declaring it “unlawful for a person to ride in or allow another person to ride in an

unenclosed area of a motor vehicle except in a seat and with a seat belt in use.”

“Before you is an ordinance that we feel addresses those areas that were left unaddressed by the state,” said Lt. Scott Harner, head of traffic safety for the Ocean City Police Department.

Harner had suggested the ordinance at a previous meeting of the city’s police commission, where he noted the apparent loophole in the state’s enforcement. If there aren’t seats, you don’t have to be wearing a seatbelt.

“If we were inside the vehicle, where it is inherently safer, only then would we be required to wear a seatbelt,” Harner said.

Even if drivers with unenclosed, unrestrained passengers were operating

safely, they could still be in undue danger from other motorists. The OCPD noted some instances in which trucks have been rear-ended, causing them to lurch forward and launch those in the bed back onto the car that hit them.

Violations would be punishable by a maximum $250 fine, although initial enforcement would likely mete out much lower fines.

The code also provides for three key exceptions to the rule for emergency vehicles, city employees performing specific duties, and for those in townapproved events on closed courses, such as parades.

Technical Review Committee gives nod to 3 site plans NANCY POWELL Staff Writer

50% off &" #

$ &" %!

room!

EE morning Includes FR

"

! % ' #"& '# #) "'%, %#! ' ' ! & '# ' " % &) (%" % ) ! & " '(%" ' #"'# (% #"'# ( &' ' #" #) "'%, & #" ' % && ( &' ' #" # % "

%

#

%

", ' ' ' #"'# ' ' " % ' ' #%

# *

'

& +

*

)

!

"

"

!

* &' #% $$%#+ ! ' , ' ' # %-& #%" %

(+

%

"

+ !'

+ &

%#)

!

"

(Dec. 20, 2013) The Worcester County Technical Review Committee approved minor site plans for three businesses during its Wednesday, Dec. 11, meeting.

McDonald’s A 4,395-square-foot McDonald’s with a 720-square-foot patio was planned for the westerly parcel in front of Ocean Landings II on the south side of Route 50 and north of Samuel Bowen Boulevard. Ocean Landings II is being constructed west of Home Depot.

The restaurant will be enlarged by more than 300 square feet to accommodate additional restroom fixtures. The fixtures were considered necessary because of the large volume of customers expected during summer months.

During a discussion about access, Rochelle Outten of the State Highway Administration said the SHA has a plan for Route 589 to cross over Route 50, but “it’s a 20-year plan” and not No. 1 on the priority list.

The McDonald’s on Route 50 west of Stephen Decatur High School will close when the new McDonald’s opens.

West Ocean City Injury & Illness Center The 5,184-square-foot doctor’s office building will be constructed on the north side of Route 50, east of Keyser Point Road.

The business is located in the Gina Renee Piazza on Herring Creek off Route 50. It is a walk-in medical care center with in-house X-ray and lab for the treatment of injuries and illnesses.

United Restoration The 6,800-square-foot contractor shop and warehouse will be constructed on the east side of Route 575, Old Worcester Highway, west of Route 113 in Showell.

The company specializes in restoration, repairs and insurance claim management.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 7A

Merry Christmas Don’t Forget Gift Certificates

$10 Gift Card with every $100 Gift Card Purchase MAKING HAPPY HOLIDAYS

OCEAN CITY TODAY/NANCY POWELL

Trash bags stuffed with Christmas presents fill the Santa House at the Department of Liquor Control in Snow Hill on Wednesday. Volunteers distributed the gifts to needy families that day.

Follow us on Facebook Ope n 7 days a week robinwalterdayspa.com Ocean Pines Mar yland

410:208:2576

DesigningWindows Inc.

We Wish You A Merry Christmas And A Happy Healthy New Year • PalmBeach™ Custom Shutters • Luminette® Privacy Sheer • Silhouette© Window Shading • Country Woods© wood blinds

• Somner® Custom Vertical Blinds • Custom Draperies • Bedspreads / Top Treatments • Great Customer Service

Free In-home / Condo Estimates Professional Installation / Financing Available

Purchase your Gift Certificate On Line at www.flyoceanaviation.com or call us at (410)213-8400

8204 Coastal Hwy. Ocean City The Yellow Cottage (Oceanside) 410-524-8909 | 1-800-645-4647 www.designingwindowsinc.com Sales tax exempt to Delaware residents

Ocean City Today

8A NEWS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Zoning board gives approval to craft brewery on 56th Street Parking exception granted because city requirements over-estimate manpower ZACK HOOPES Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) The town’s Board of Zoning Appeals granted a crucial exception last week that would allow Ocean City’s third, and likely largest, craft brewery to be established on 56th Street.

Although the project will not have enough parking per the strictures of the city’s zoning code, the brewing company successfully argued at last Thursday’s BZA hearing that the city’s parking requirement for manufacturing facilities over-estimates the actual manpower needed to run the brewing operation itself.

“To me, this is a classic situation for a special exception,” said the brewery’s attorney, Hugh Cropper. “It’s something that’s unique to this particular property and this particular use.”

If all goes according to plan, the aptly-titled OC Brewing Co. will occupy the former Adkins lumber yard on the southwest corner of Coastal Highway and 56th Street – a cavernous warehouse, that in recent

years, has housed only a summer tshirt shop in its front portion.

The final decision on the use will be made in the coming weeks, as a brewing operation is what the city classifies as a “conditional use” that must get express consent from the Planning and Zoning Commission and the City Council before being permitted in certain zoning districts.

First, however, the company had to secure a parking exception from the BZA due to the fact that the facility, as planned, will require 88 parking

ATLANTIC DENTAL COSMETIC & FAMILY DENTISTRY Thee Gina Renee Piazza • 12308 Ocean Gateway, Suite 6 Ocean City, Maryland, 21842

spaces under the city’s zoning code, but has only 72.

The brewery will not be doing any major exterior modifications to the space, which it is leasing, but will be doing interior renovations and constructing new walls to reconfigure the space for the new use, according to city Zoning Administrator R. Blaine Smith.

Smith said at last Thursday’s hearing that the company is applying for 9,400 square feet of manufacturing space, which must be provided with parking at a rate of one space for 400 square feet. Another 3,100 square feet will be retail for t-shirts and brewery memorabilia, which must be provided at one space per 200 square feet, and another 4,800 square feet will be for a bar and restaurant, which requires one space per 100 square feet.

All told, this comes to 88 spaces.

However, Smith noted, the code requirement for manufacturing is obviously quite broad. In the case of a brewery, 24 spaces are on the extreme high end.

“I will say that the formula is onesize-fits-all,” Smith said. “Especially when you look at different types of manufacturing, particularly wholesale or warehousing, which may not have a whole lot of employment.”

According to the company’s prospective general manager, Thom

Lord, the manufacturing area will only be used by the brew master, a secretary, and four workers. Patrons of the bar will be able to view the process from behind large glass windows, as a sort of self-guided tour.

“It’s required by the state that you have a tour in order to sell retail products that you manufacture on the property,” Lord noted.

The manufacturing area, Smith estimated, will be roughly four times the size of the island’s other breweries, Shorebilly and De Lazy Lizard, both of which went in downtown earlier this year. The OC Brewing Co. will be three times larger than even Berlin’s popular Burley Oak. But, as brewing is an economy of scale, the manufacturing side will not require that many more employees.

“It’s a 40-year-old lumber yard,” Cropper said. “This is an infill development, retrofitting and rehabbing an old building, so we’re kind of stuck with it as it is. The nature of the space is that you can’t go cut part of it off to reduce the parking requirement.”

However, the main concern of the board was not the manufacturing side, but the retail and restaurant areas. As BZA chair Al Harrison noted, the exception was contingent upon the use of the entire space. Even if Cropper See ZONING on Page 9A

Accepting New Patients

"&% ! $ "#

Lawrence Michnick, DDS

Brite Smile® Whitening Only $399

($680 Value) Offer Extended 12/31/13

Christopher Takacs, DMD

!

#

C

Wed&Thu: 1:15,4:15,7:10,9:45 B Fri to Mon: 12:30, 2:40, 7:20, 9:30; Tue: 12:30, 2:40, 7:20; Wed & Thu: 12:30, 2:40, 7:20, 9:30 B Fri to Mon: 5:00 PM; Tue: 5:00 PM; Wed & Thu: 5:00 PM C Fri to Mon: 12:15, 3:40, 7:00, 10:20; Tue: 12:15, 3:40, 7:00; Wed & Thu: 12:15, 3:40, 7:00, 10:20 C Wed & Thu: 9:00 PM C Fri to Mon: 1:15, 4:15, 7:10, 9:45; Tue: 1:15, 4:15, 7:10 B Fri to Mon: 12:10, 2:30, 4:50, 7:10, 9:30; Tue: 12:10, 2:30, 4:50, 7:10; Wed & Thu: 1:00, 3:30, 6:30

C Wed & Thu: 4:25, 7:15, 10:00 C Wed & Thu: 1:20 PM B

Tue:

4:20, 7:25; Wed & Thu: 1:10, 4:20, 7:25, 9:55 E

Wed & Thu: 12:00,

3:30, 7:05, 10:40

Out of ideas for the holidays?

Holiday Sparkle!

Corey Smith, DDS

Restoring a loved one’s smile is Priceless.

Make your appointment for BriteSmile® today!

Family Dentistry & Emergency Services Available

Invisalign® • Implant Restorations • Full Mouth Restoration • Cosmetic •Whitening BriteSmile® • Smile Enhancements • LVI Attended

C Fri to Mon: 1:45, 4:40, 7:20, 10:00; Tue: 1:45, 4:40, 7:20; Wed & Thu: 1:45, 4:40, 7:20, 10:00 C

Geoffrey Robbins, DDS Retired Founder Atlantic Dental

Some traditional dental insurance taken including Assurant, Guardian, Delta Dental Premier, United Concordia, Principal Financial Group & Cigna (out of network).

410-213-7575

•

www.atlanticdental.com

•

Third Party Financing Available •

E Fri to Mon: 12:20, 4:00, 7:10, 10:10; Tue: 12:20, 4:00, 7:10; Wed & Thu: 12:20, 4:00, 7:10, 10:10 C FritoMon: 1:00,4:00,7:05,9:40; Tue: 1:00,4:00,7:05;Wed&Thu: 1:00,4:00,7:05,9:40 B Fri to Mon: 12:00, 2:10, 4:10, 6:50; Tue: 12:00, 2:10, 4:10, 6:50; Wed & Thu: 12:00, 2:10, 4:10, 6:50 B Fri to Mon: 9:00 PM; Wed & Thu: 9:00 PM

Fri to Mon: 10:20 PM; Wed & Thu: 10:20 PM

C Fri to Mon: 12:10, 3:40, 7:00; Tue: 12:10, 3:40, 7:00; Wed & Thu: 12:10, 3:40, 7:00 C

Fri to Mon: 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30, 9:50; Tue: 12:30, 2:50, 5:10, 7:30 B Fri to Mon: 12:00, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15, 9:35; Tue: 12:00, 2:25, 4:50, 7:15 C

Fri to Mon: 1:10, 4:15, 7:20, 10:25; Tue: 1:10 PM

'

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 9A

Caroline Street restrooms and stage project flushed with delays Town threatens call of construction bond on contracted builders ZACK HOOPES Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) If the Caroline Street restroom project is not “substantially complete” by this evening, the town has threatened to call the construction bond on the project’s contractor.

“It’s generally considered to be a measure of last resort,” said City Engineer Terry McGean. “I’m optimistic that it’s not going to come to that, but we’ll see.”

McGean and City Manager David Recor were queried on the project during Recor’s run-down of the city’s ongoing capital construction at Monday’s council meeting.

Construction work on the facility was awarded to local contractor Black Diamond Builders in November of 2012, with the expectation that it would be finished before the 2013 summer season. However, “weather delays and contractor performance issues,” Recor said, have dragged the

Zoning board OKs OC craft brewery’s parking exception considered the manufacturing portion to be the culprit of the deficiency, the impact of the other spaces must also be weighed.

“That’s a cavernous space,” Harrison said. “We need to have some assurance that the retail area is going to be retail and not shoulder-to-shoulder patrons.”

As presented, plans for the brewery did not indicate where the retail area would be or if it would have a specific layout. When queried, however, contractor Chris Lynch illustrated how a knee-height wall and columns would be used to delineate the retail area to the front of the space.

“For the sake of the product, they don’t want to have people with open containers next to white shirts,” Lynch said. “As has been explained to me, this building is a destination attraction…because of the large scale, it’s incumbent on me to break it up so you don’t feel as if you’re going into a food court or a cafeteria.”

“Seeing that the retail space was going to be defined to the front makes the difference for me,” Harrison said.

“I think otherwise Mr. Cropper made a good case that the back portion of the space would not require the parking spaces given the use.”

Continued from Page 8A

project out and created a quagmire for all those involved.

Black Diamond has not returned calls regarding the project’s status as of press time.

As Recor noted, Black Diamond has been paying damages of $1,000 per day to the city since early August. The next step, if the city believes that the work cannot be completed regardless of the financial incentive, is to give up the bond on the work.

The city required Black Diamond to be bonded for the entire contract price of the work, $938,750. If the town turns in the bond to the bonding company, Black Diamond will forfeit its bond money and the bonding agent will use the funds to complete the project.

“The performance bond guarantees

that the project will be completed,” McGean said. “The bonding agent would be responsible for the completion [of the work] in that scenario.”

“Basically, we’ve told them that if the project is not substantially completed by Friday, we’ll turn over the bond.”

The facility, located on the Boardwalk between Caroline and North Division Streets, was conceived roughly a year ago as a replacement for the decades-old concrete block bathhouse that previous occupied the space, a structure often described by city staff as “bunker-like” due to its inset construction.

The city also desired to create some kind of public performing arts venue at the location. After much discussion

by City Council, McGean and architect

David Quillen were able to design a structure which features a central stage area as well as expanded restroom facilities.

The central concrete platform will allow beach-facing shows and concerts, but will be flanked by two separate wings with expanded men’s and women’s bathrooms, and will feature low-cost, low-energy ventilation systems for heating and cooling.

However, it became apparent over the summer that the city may have allowed Black Diamond to bite off more than it could chew. The complex framing and molding of the concrete, McGean said, was turning out to be extremely arduous.

An additional contractor was called on to help with the concrete work, but the project continued to be waylaid.a

410-208-9200 • 800-337-7368 • 11065 Cathell Road • Ocean Pines Licensed in MD, DE • 8202 Coastal Highway • Ocean City www.hilemanrealestate.com • e-mail: hilemanre@aol.com

SALES

Debora E. HILEMAN

OWNER/BROKER GRI & CRS 443-235-5982 Cell Debbie@Hileman RealEstate.com Licensed in MD, DE

Cindy CROCKETT

REALTOR®, GRI 410-430-0587 Cell Cindy@ HilemanReal Estate.com Licensed in MD

Bethany DREW

Reduced to $209,000

$109,900

REALTOR®, GRI

Terri BRADFORD REALTOR®, GRI

Licensed in MD, DE

$354,900

Bethany: 410-430-2602 Bethany@PO2team.com Terri: 410-430-6875 Terri@PO2team.com www.PO2team.com

Sonia ZAFFIRIS

Associate Broker GRI, CRS 410-251-6217

Licensed in MD, DE soniasez@aol.com

ADORABLE

MANOR HOME AT THE PARKE!

$250,000

Open living area, gas fireplace, breakfast bar & dining nook. HW floors, tray ceiling, garden tub & double vanity in Master BR. Master Bath is 12x11. Spacious 3 season porch overlooks private wooded area.

NORTH OC CONDO

Fully furnished & beautifully renovated. Laminate wood flrs, electric fireplace, tray ceiling & recessed lights.

Kitchen w/breakfast bar, tiled backsplash, upgraded cabinets & stainless fridge.

Gorgeous tile in bath.

Panoramic views of the bay!

Close to conveniences!

GOLFERS BEACH RETREAT

3 BR/ 2 BA open fl plan w/sunroom overlooking golf course.

Upgrades: ceramic tile, silestone counters, stainless appliances, remodeled BA w/ large shower, corian counter. Security system, gutter helmets, gas fp, skylights & beautiful french doors, composite deck.

LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION! Build your dream home on this high waterfront lot. Owner is a licensed contractor and is able to provide house and lot packages. Great community with many amenities. Call for details!

OCEAN CITY BAYSIDE CANAL

2-level townhome, deeded boat slip.

1 bedroom, LOFT, 1 & 1/2 bath. 2 decks.

Only $109,900

$369,000

$2,500,000

$125,000

1 BR Ground floor condo just 2 blocks from beach & boardwalk! Off-street parking, New A/C 2012, partially furn. Breakfast bar in Kitchen.

Inviting front porch.

Shared laundry rm.

Walk to dining, shops, medical center!

SPACIOUS WATERFRONT

Saltbox w/ Great Sunsets & River views on a cul-de-sac! Walk to Swim & Racquet Club! Under Home triple carport, front covered porch, wrap-around deck, balcony, sun room, storage shed. Interior includes 3 BRs, 2.5 baths, fireplace, lots of closets, wet bar, attic storage & a 20x10 den! Private 40' boat dock w/ new bulkheading in 2012.

New Roof, skylights, WD, water heater all in 2013!

LUXURY WATER FRONT LIVING

6BR 4full & 2half BA custom home. Deep water boat docks w/lifts & views of Assateague to OC ferris wheel. The 1st level of this immaculate 3-story home has 2BR, Living Rm, & eat-in kitchen perfect for in-law quarters. 2nd level provides an open floor plan & features Living Rm w/custom f/p, hw floors & windows overlooking bay & ocean.

BUILD YOUR DREAM HOME!

2.77 acres in new mini-subdivision, prime location. 4 lots total available and can be purchased together or separately.

Perked and ready for well and septic.

Areas designated for forest conservation comply with all regulations. Large surveys are available for review. Don’t miss this opportunity close to all of the wonderful local activities of this resort area, but still have your own serenity away from it all! Call for details.

CLOSE TO BERLIN 3 BR, 1 BATH Rancher on almost half acre fenced yard. A bargain for do-it-yourself buyers.

Fix & enjoy for $149,900 Neighbors Serving Neighbors, One Home at a Time.

$64,900

10A NEWS

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

State sees sustainable future blowing in wind off Ocean City Gov. O’Malley says energy source one step closer to development phase CLARA VAUGHN Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) State and national officials announced on Tuesday a proposed notice of sale for nearly 80,000 acres off Ocean City’s shoreline to be used for commercial wind farm development.

“Today’s announcement brings our state one step closer to harnessing the tremendous potential of offshore wind energy,” said Gov. Martin O’Malley, who made the announcement alongside Secretary of the Interior Sally Jewell and Bureau of Ocean Energy Management Director Tommy Beaudreau in Baltimore.

“The development of offshore wind will drive economic development in Maryland, create high-quality, familysupporting jobs for Maryland residents and play a major role in reducing emissions and protecting the environment,” said O’Malley, a longtime champion of the project.

The Department of Energy’s National Renewable Energy Lab found the Ocean City wind farm area could generate be-

Wind turbines are proposed off Ocean City’s shoreline.

tween 850 and 1,450 megawatts — enough energy to power roughly 300,000 homes annually, BOEM spokesperson Tracey Moriarty said.

The online auction for the wind farm area, like to be leased as a north zone of 32,737 acres and south zone of 47,970 acres, should take place next year, Moriarty said.

The winner will issue a site assessment plan within six months to BOEM for its approval, and then have four and

a half years to submit a detailed construction and operations plan for the site before any turbines go up, Moriarty said.

Lessees will hold the offshore area for a 25-year term, she said.

The site off Ocean City is the third of its kind in the country, with 112,799 offshore acres auctioned in Virginia and 164,750 in Rhode Island and Massachusetts earlier this year.

“Maryland is a leader when it comes to building a sustainable energy future,

including the vast wind energy potential along the Atlantic,” Jewell said.

There is a 60-day comment period following the announcement, ongoing through Feb. 18.

Visit www.regulations.gov to submit comments regarding the Maryland Proposed Sale Notice under Docket No. BOEM2013-0002.

To learn more about the proposed sale notice in Maryland, visit www.boem.gov/Maryland.

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Ocean City Today

St. Peter's Lutheran Church 10301 Coastal Hwy. Ocean City, MD 21842

www.stpetersoc.com

May the Peace of the Christ Child dwell in your hear throughout this Holy Christ as Season.

DEC. 24TH: CHRISTMAS EVE WORSHIP Carols, Candle-lighting and Holy Communion: 4:00 pm, 7:00 pm, & 10:00 pm

LIVE NATIVITY @ 5:30 pm, 6:30 pm, 8:30 pm, 9:30 pm

A Church where EVERYONE is Welcome.

Please join us!

NEWS 11A

Ocean City Today

12A NEWS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Builders zoned out by 50 percent value margin 5799 Lighthouse Cove Rt. 54, Fenwick Island, DE

302-537-6971

Highstakesbarandgrill.com Live Entertainment

Customer Appreciation Holiday Party on Saturday, Dec. 21st at 4pm

New Year's Eve Party with DJ Rupe Free Champagne Toast @ Midnight Party Hats & Favors No Cover

Eat In o r Carry Out

Open Year Ro 11 am – 1 und am Specializin g in everything Cheese steak!!

Daily H appy H our

11am - 7pm

Existing code discourages property improvements to remain in compliance ZACK HOOPES Staff Writer

(Dec. 20, 2013) The city’s Planning and Zoning Commission continued to discuss this week ways to allow property owners to improve their homes without kicking into the dreaded 50-percent value margin on code compliance.

In designing a zoning code – much in the same way one would design a board game – there’s a fine medium between letting people do what they want, and creating potentially disastrous loopholes.

“This is a very simple question that can get very complex very quickly,” Planning Director Matt Margotta told the commission.

“The 50 percent rule cuts at the heart of what is trying to be accomplished not only by the National Flood Insurance Program, but by the Town of Ocean City itself.”

Many, if not most, buildings in Ocean City do not necessarily conform to the most up-to-date zoning and construction codes. In some cases, especially with regards to the town’s policy on setbacks, parking allotments, and other zoning issues, older properties can maintain the rights to their sub-standard specs as long as they rebuild on the same footprint within a certain amount of time.

However, building and construction codes are largely governed by larger entities. In particular, the Federal Emergency Management Agency requires that any building having more than 50 percent of its value improved must be brought up to current construction codes, in order for the town to retain its high rating on flood safety and receive more favorable rates under the NFIP.

The town keeps track, via building permits, of improvements being done on a particular property to judge when the threshold has been reached. Any improvements past that, and the property is considered to have been fully rebuilt and must be brought up to code.

This scheme presents some owners with the option of either completely rebuilding their property to meet code – particularly flood elevation – or forgoing needed maintenance to stay under the margin.

“We’re discouraging people from fixing up their properties,” said Commissioner Peck Miller. “If it isn’t worth it to rebuild completely, then it’s hard to make any investment in the property. How do you allow people to restore their homes and still be able to afford it?”

On one hand, the city does not want to perpetuate buildings that are not up to code.

This plan may backfire insofar as it prevents properties from being improved at all.

“If you think that rehabilitation is being prevented to the point where buildings are unsafe and it’s lowering the quality of our housing stock, then that’s an issue,” Margotta said. “But on the other hand, maybe we should hold people’s feet to the fire and upgrade our housing stock.

You have to ask if that’s more important than the individuals for whom this may be a hardship.”

The consensus of the commission seemed to be that there should be a way to make exceptions for repairs and replacements that were not major overhauls.

“We’re talking about repairs of what’s existing, not rebuilds or new floor plans,” said Commission Chair Pam Buckley.

However, Margotta noted, there is very little flexibility under the NFIP. Downtown properties are already allowed to rebuild without additional freeboard, he noted, due to some outdated FEMA guidelines.

However, this doesn’t really accom-

plish as much as was intended in preserving the feel of downtown Ocean City.

“We have some really cool buildings downtown that typify Ocean City,” Miller said. “If we make it too hard for people to maintain and rehab those buildings, they’re going to get torn down, and our fear is that we’re going to lose our identity.

How do you allow people to maintain these cool old buildings when you’re telling them that they can’t spend any more money on it?”

One solution, Margotta noted, would be the creation of a recognized historic district that would be exempted by FEMA. “There’s got to be a real understanding of why it’s historically designated,” he said. “I wouldn’t want to dissuade you from that, but I’m just saying that I haven’t heard a groundswell or anything in that regard.”

Ocean City Development Corporation Executive Director Glenn Irwin said that, before OCDC established its downtown design guidelines, it had looked into a state historic designation.

“Their feeling was that there’s not enough unchanged character to qualify us as a historic district,” Irwin said. “There are a lot of old buildings, but they’ve been modified so extensively over the years.”

The commission also queried as to whether or not the city could periodically reset the tally of improvements. It appears that the town keeps records of the value of improvements relative to the value of the property when the improvements first began.

However, as Commissioner Palmer Gillis noted, improvements should increase the value of the property, thereby upping the 50 percent threshold.

At some point, however, there should be a determination that improvements have run their useful life.

“You’re tacking on 25 years of things that have no value anymore,” Buckley said.

See IMPROVEMENTS on Page 13A

DECEMBER 20, 2013

COUNTY BRIEFS NANCY POWELL Staff Writer

ent m e r i t Re Sale

Ocean City Today

NEWS 13A

After over 50 years in business

STORE CLOSING

(Dec. 20, 2013) The Worcester County Commissioners discussed the following topics and took the following actions on Tuesday, Dec. 17.

Housing rehab The commissioners approved a bid package and specifications for a housing rehabilitation project in the Berlin area.

The project is expected to be funded through a current Department of Business and Economic Development grant.

Tourism grant The commissioners approved the Maryland Tourism Development Board marketing grant agreement between Worcester County and that entity.

The award this year is $168,655, which is $78,377 more than last year.

Tourism Director Lisa Challenger said the movie, “Ping Pong Summer,” will be shown during the Sundance Film Festival and people involved with the movie will be having a big party to which the commissioners are invited.

Capital Improvement Plan The commissioners scheduled a public hearing for the requested capital improvement plan from fiscal year 2014 through fiscal year 2018 for Jan. 7, 2014.

Budget accountant Kim Watts stressed that the plan in only a planning document.

50%OFF STOREWIDE (some exclusions apply)

FIXTURES & DISPLAYS FOR SALE! We invite all the amazing people we’ve had the pleasure of working with over the years to visit us and help liquidate our entire inventory!

Just in time to shop for Christmas gifts!

We look forward to seeing you. Hurry! Things are going fast!

Located at the NEW Tanger Outlets • Rt. 50 (Ocean Gateway) West Ocean City, MD www.christmaspointe.com

OP Sanitary Service Area The commissioners approved the proposed construction of repairs and other capital projects for water and wastewater infrastructure in the Ocean Pines Sanitary Service Area during a public hearing in which there were no public comments.

John Ross, deputy director of the Department of PublicWorks, said the system is more than 40 years old. The county took it over during the 1990s and made improvements, but now those improvements are old and work estimated at $5 million needs to be done.

Because the bonds from years ago are now being paid off, Ross said there will be “essentially no change in rates.”

Improvements up property value If the city turned over the properties’ assessed values within a specified time period, Gillis said, it would allow for gradual updates by occasionally refreshing a property’s worth. Since the county re-assesses property values every three years, Miller noted, the city could easily just decide on a multiple thereof.

“Say we asses properties every three years, and reset them every six,” he said.

“That allows people to plan out what they’re doing. It allows them to piecemeal the little improvements that we want to see.”

Continued from Page 12A

Custom Painted Scenes of OC Landmarks

by Eric Millen on Thermal Drinkware

Lifet e Gu t !

Great Gift for the Beach Lovers on Your List! $57.99 Set of 4 $29.99 Pair or $15.99 Each

donaldsduckshoppe.com

410.524.9177 in the 115th Street Gold Coast Mall

Ocean City Today

14A NEWS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Amendments allow for expansion of Riddle Farm planning area County adopts resolution for public sewer and water along part of Route 50 NANCY POWELL Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) The Worcester County Commissioners will address the concerns of a man who wants his property on Route 50 to get public water and sewer, but on Tuesday they adopted amendments to the county’s comprehensive water and sewer plan that do not include his land. “This has been vetted numerous times,� Commissioner Madison Bunting told businessman Spiro Buas. “We can’t slow down this process.�

The adopted amendments allow for the expansion of the Riddle Farm Water Planning Area and the Riddle Farm Sewerage Planning Area to provide water and sewer to certain commercially zoned properties located on both the north and south sides of Route 50. Some of the properties are opposite the GlennRiddle development while others are adjacent to it. Some properties east of Holly Grove Road that are designated for public sewer are not designated for public water.

Expansion of the sewer planning area will accommodate the public sewer needs of commercial properties The sewer expansion project is “truly a public-private partnership,� said attorney Mark Cropper, who represents WGC EDU LLC, the entity undertaking expansion of the sewer plant for GlenRiddle.

LUN LU UNCH UNC NCH SPECIAL PE PEC ECI CIA IAL AL L

DIN DI DINNER INN NNE NER ER SPECIAL PE PEC ECI CIA IAL AL

021'$< )5,'$<

$ 7$&26 021 7+ +85 8 30

3 30 3 %$5 2 21 1/< /<

021'$< 7+856'$<

LIVE L LIV LI IV VE MAR MAR ARIA RIAC AC CH C CHI HI BAN BA AN

EVER E EVE EV VERY ER RY T RY TUE UES ESDA ES DA AY ))$$$-,7$6 )25 7:2

0RQGD\ WKUX 7KXUVGD\ SP SP

R] 'RPHVWLF 'UDIWV

-RLQ XV X 11(: ( <($5¡6 $ (9(

78(6'$< -$18$5<

HAPP HA AP PPY PY HOUR SPEC PECI ECIA IAL ALLS &RURQD ([WUD &RURQD /LJKW 7HFDWH

When GlenRiddle was developed, developer Goody Taylor constructed water and wastewater treatment plants with the standard agreement that both would eventually be turned over to the county.

A clause in that turnover agreement permitted the developer to expand the sewer plant, even though it would be, by that time, a county-owned facility.

WGC EDU LLC must pay the upfront costs of the plantâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s expansion and will do that by selling sewer treatment capacity that will be available after the expansion.

The Worcester County Commissioners were amenable to the project because Cropperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s client would be footing the bill and owners of commercial properties along Route 50 would have the ability to develop them.

To make the project worthwhile fi-

$ R] R] 0 0DUJDULWD DUJDULW

0LOOHU &RRUV <XHQJOLQJ 'UDIWV

3HQQLQJWRQ &RPPRQV Â&#x2021; 0DQNOLQ &UHHN 5G 2FHDQ 3LQHV 0' Â&#x2021; ZZZ SOD]DWDSDWLD FRP

Auth then th en nttic tic Mexi Mexiican C Cuisin uisin ne

0RQ )UL DP SP Â&#x2021; 6DW SP Â&#x2021; 6XQ SP

nancially, the developer included additional properties in the service area that have the ability to purchase units of wastewater treatment.

Working out details of the sewer area expansion took approximately six years.

Buas was unaware of the expansion project and would have tried to have his property included if he had known. His property, east of Holly Grove Road, is adjacent to the property at the end of the sewer expansion area.

Commissioner Louise Gulyas wanted additional properties included in the sewer expansion area. Years ago, there was talk of running public water and sewer to Herring Creek on both sides of Route 50, she said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Our residents need the opportunity to tie into this,â&#x20AC;? she said.

Cropper said it was in his clientâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s best interest to have a sewer planning area as large as possible, but for various reasons, residential properties were not included. â&#x20AC;&#x153;None of this will occur unless the Maryland Department of Planning concurs,â&#x20AC;? Cropper said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It may not pass muster if residential properties are included.â&#x20AC;?

County attorney Sonny Bloxom added that owners of residential properties would not be able to pay for the wastewater treatment capacity.

Cropper said including additional properties in the sewer expansion area could be risky. His client could not risk not having sufficient wastewater treatment capacity for big box stores anticipated for the property near Walmart and Home Depot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;It we use [wastewater treatment capacity] up for other areas, big box stores wonâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t come,â&#x20AC;? Cropper said.

Buasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; eight-acre property has three houses and three cottages on two lots, but he could develop it if he had public sewer service. Although he said he wanted the sewer area planning maps to include his property, he added that he did not â&#x20AC;&#x153;want to ruin many years of work for people.â&#x20AC;? He also said he was â&#x20AC;&#x153;ready to hook up regardless of the expense of what I need to buy.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve made your point,â&#x20AC;? Bud Church, president of the Worcester County Commissioners, told Buas. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re one piece of the puzzle. We will look at your proposal after the first of the year.â&#x20AC;?

Mark Wittmyer, owner of Crabs to Go on the north side of Route 50 near the Route 589 intersection, also told the commissioners he wants to be included in the sewer expansion area. His property, he said, is the closest commercial property with a failing septic system. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We need [public] sewer for a lot of different reasons,â&#x20AC;? Wittmyer said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve had the need for 20 years.â&#x20AC;?

Church added that request to Buasâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; request. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll look at your problems,â&#x20AC;? Church said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll address it.

Church also said the commissioners had the resolution they needed to adopt that day, which they did.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 15A

OCPD new officers graduate from academy’s 71st class

Fire department reminds citizens to avoid frozen pipes

Live Entertainment

Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro is flanked by two newly graduated members of the police department, Officer Erica Specht and Officer Jacob Fetterolf.

Raw Bar

Bloody Mary Bar

Mexican Monday

OPEN CHRISTMAS EVE 11AM TO 1 AM

D E L A W A R E L O T T E R Y

G A M E S

Fall Happy Hour

Happy Hour Drink Specials Sunday-Friday 11am-7pm • Saturday 4pm-7pm $1.99 Select Domestic Pints Miller Lite, Miller High Life, Coors Light $1.99 Select Domestic Bottles Miller Lite, MGD 64, Miller High Life, Coors Light, Coors Original $1.99 Rail Drinks - 12oz

Thursday 8pm: Randy Lee Ashcraft Friday 8pm: Randy Lee Ashcraft & The Saltwalter Cowboys Saturday 8pm: Old School

NFL Drink Specials $1.99 Select Domestic Pints $1.99 Select Domestic Bottles $1.99 Rail Drinks

Happy Hour Food Specials

NFL Food Specials

DAILY 4pm-7pm

.75¢ Oysters & Clams (each) $6.99 1/2 lb Steamed Shrimp WINGS Bone $7.50 (10) Boneless $5.99 (Basket)

WINGS

Bone $7.50 (10) • Boneless $5.99 (Basket) Tacos • Nachos • Quesadillas Mexican Pizza Fajitas & Much More

DON’T FORGET YOUR GIFT CARDS!

OVER A MILLION SOLD!

Dinner Specials

WATER FRONT WI-FI

5S 2C HR DE BE IN GS

OPEN CHRISTMAS EVE ‘TIL 6PM food served til 5pm

Starting at 5pm Monday: 1/2 Price Entrees

NEW YEAR’S EVE

$2.00 surcharge for entrees with steak, crab & crab legs

Party Favors

DJ Billy T Starting at 7pm

Tuesday: $5 Burger & Chicken Breast Sandwiches Champagne Toast at Midnight Wednesday: Pasta Night-Entrees starting at $9.99 Thursday: All You Can Eat Ribs & Steamed Shrimp Friday: Fried Oyster Friday - All Day/Night Every Friday, 7PM-til Sunday: 1/2 Price Entrees All Day/Night $2 Coors Light & $2.00 surcharge for entrees with steak, crab & crab legs Miller Lite Drafts

Ladies Night

Specials are not to be combined with any other offer, discount or coupons.

Some restrictions apply. No substitutions, dine in only.

Excludes Holidays & Holiday Weekends

ISLAND OF MISFIT TOYS WRAPPING PARTY www.weocharborside.com

H A P P Y H O U R S P E C I A L S

CLOSED CHRISTMAS DAY

(Dec. 20, 2013) When temperatures drop, the Ocean City Fire Department responds to numerous calls for frozen pipes, not only in residential properties but in commercial properties as well.

This year, OCFD is reminding citizens and property owners to follow simple maintenance tips to ensure that fire sprinklers and domestic pipes do not freeze and break due to recent dips in temperatures.

“Frozen pipes can cause thousands of dollars in water damage as well as rendering fire sprinkler systems inoperable,” said Ocean City Fire Marshal David Hartley. “Maintaining wet pipes above freezing is a key concern. Domestic water pipes can be insulated or wrapped with an approved UL listed heat tape. In the event that a unit is unoccupied for the winter season, domestic water pipes can also be drained.”

Wet sprinkler systems, however, usually cannot be wrapped with a heat tape.

All areas of a building should be checked to make sure they are above freezing. Setting a unit thermostat to keep pipes around 40 degrees Fahrenheit will help prevent these pipes from freezing.

With regard to dry sprinkler systems, auxiliary condensate drains should be drained by a licensed sprinkler company or person knowledgeable about sprinkler systems.

Emergency contact numbers should be posted on the outside of the building, which can help the fire department contact responsible parties in the event of a pipe break. Also, key lock boxes, which can be purchased from the fire department headquarters at 15th Street, can allow access into a building in the event of an emergency to allow firefighters to turn off water mains and minimize damage within units.

For more information on precautionary measures to take to prevent pipe breaks, contact the Ocean City Fire Department, Office of the Fire Marshal at 410-289-8780.

the Physical Fitness Award and Pistol Expert Award. Officer Jacob Fetterolf also earned the Pistol Expert Award and was recognized for having an overall 100 percent for pistol proficiency during the course.

“Each of the two new officers we welcomed this week is a perfect example of what we look for in new police recruits,” said Ocean City Police Chief Ross Buzzuro. “We are very confident that they will serve the Ocean City community with honor, integrity and pride.”

After their graduation from the police academy, the two new officers will enter into a nine-week field training program.

DAY AFTER CHRISTMAS 11AM TO 1AM

(Dec. 20, 2013) On Dec. 17 two new Ocean City Police Department officers graduated from the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy’s 71st police academy class.

Officers were formally recognized as certified police officers of the Ocean City Police Department, after 24 weeks, approximately 950 hours of intense training. The recruit class stemmed from various law enforcement agencies throughout Maryland’s Eastern Shore.

Officer Erica Specht earned both

Monday, Dec. 23rd 11am-7pm Music by DJ Billy T Have your gifts wrapped while enjoying

½ price Entrees and Drink Specials

$3 Shooters 4 Glass Wine $5.50 Original Orange Crush

Bar and Pub Area Only — Some Restrictions

Monday - Friday 4-7pm

Happy Hour

Awesome Specials!

EVERY THURSDAY - SUNDAY

Not to be combined with any other offers, discounts, specials or coupons (in bar and pub areas only)

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT

FREE $20 GIFT CARD W/ PURCHASE OF $100 GIFT CARD

Ocean City Today

16A NEWS

Resort Homes, Inc. Resort Real Estate, Inc. Resort Rentals, LLC Call Tony Matrona for more info on these properties. 410-641-1671 or 800-628-6758

Lot # 377 Nice 2 Bedroom. Recently Replaced Roof.

Tile Floors in Kitchen & Bath.

Large Living Room & Master Bedroom.

Courtyard & Shed Call Tony Matrona 1-800-628-6758

$132,900

Lot# 328 Beautiful 2 Bedroom on a Gorgeous Pond Lot with Privacy. Large Living Room & Master Bedroom. Fully Equipped. Washer/Dryer, Disposal, Microwave, Courtyard & Shed.

$160,000

Call Tony Matrona 1-800-628-6758

Lot # 46 RED

UCE

10 D$

,000

!

Fully Equipped 1 Bedroom.

Sleeps 6, with Large Deck on a Beautiful Lot with a View of Pond & Pool. 8 x 10 Shed.

Make an offer!

$77,800

Call Tony Matrona 1-800-628-6758 410-641-1671 • 800-628-6758 • assateaguepointesales.com

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Soft porch enclosures OK’d at area cooperative campgrounds NANCY POWELL Staff Writer

(Dec. 20, 2013) The Worcester County Commissioners made a Christmas wish come true Tuesday for campers at Bali-Hi RV Park on St. Martins Neck Road off Route 90.

“It the Christmas season, the time for giving,” Attorney Mark Cropper told the commissioners. “My clients would like for you to give.”

After much hard work, Cropper had obtained the approval of the commissioners of a text amendment to the county code permitting soft plastic panels for porch enclosures. The code permitted only insect screening on porches at cooperative campgrounds.

The owners of recreational vehicles and other campers wanted to be able to have soft plastic sliding windows so they could enjoy their porches during inclement weather. Some of the camper trailers have had those sliding windows since 2006 and their owners had told the commissioners in November that they had been installed before the campground’s liaison helped them get occupancy permits from the county. A county inspector saw the porch enclosures and issued the permits.

Some members of the county staff and

Tuesday WEST Only OCEAYN CIT 99¢

2 Pcs Leg & Thigh

Plus Tax, Offer Good Only at 12533 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD Exp. 12/31/13 OCT Coupon

Two Can Dine 5PC, 2 Sides & 2 Biscuits Mixed, Mild or Spicy Plus Tax, Offer Good Only at 12533 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD Exp. 12/31/13 OCT Coupon

$2.99

Plus Tax, Offer Good Only at 12533 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD Exp. 12/31/13 OCT Coupon

12533 Ocean Gateway Ocean City, MD 21842 (Rt. 50 1/4 Mile West of White Marlin Mall) • (443)664-2105

Buy 11 Piece Mixed Chicken for $19.99 & Get 11 Piece Mixed Chicken Free Plus Tax, Offer Good Only at 12533 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD Exp. 12/31/13 OCT Coupon

Free 3 Piece Tender Mild or Spicy with Purchase of 3 Piece Tender Combo Plus Tax, Offer Good Only at 12533 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD Exp. 12/31/13 OCT Coupon

See AREA on Page 18A

ONLY $7.99

2 Pcs w/Biscuit

Free Chicken

the Worcester County Planning Commission were concerned that soft plastic enclosures could lead to people using their porches as additions to their camper trailers, taking them a step closer to being permanent residences, which are not permitted in cooperative campgrounds. The Planning Commission had forwarded an unfavorable recommendation regarding Cropper’s request to the commissioners in August.

During the commissioners’ Nov. 19 meeting, Cropper said the proposed text amendment did not change the permanency or intensity of uses. Campers at cooperative campgrounds may stay in their units no more than nine months each year. They would just be using their porches more often if they had the soft plastic enclosures.

After the November discussion, the commissioners tabled the issue until Tuesday’s meeting after asking Cropper to rewrite his propose amendment to specify the thickness of the plastic in the sliding windows and to delete mention of a rolled plastic.

Cropper did more than that. In addition to specifying that the “translucent or transparent plastic shall not be more than 10 mil/.254 mm/.01 inches in thickness and shall be constructed in a hard frame,”

Family Meal $10.99

8 Piece Chicken

Mixed Spicy or Mild w/Lg Side & 4 Biscuits Plus Tax, Offer Good Only at 12533 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD Exp. 12/31/13 OCT Coupon

Holiday Special

FREE 1 Gallon Sweet Tea w/ 14 Piece Special

14PC Mixed Chicken w/ 2 LG. Sides & 7 Biscuits

$19.99

Spicy or Mild Plus Tax, Offer Good Only at 12533 Ocean Gateway, OC, MD Exp. 12/31/13 OCT Coupon

enter 67th SStreet treet TTown Center own C M idtown B oardwalk Midtown Boardwalk Ocean Ocean City’s City’s Newest Clothing Store Newest C lothing gS tore Featuring Trendy Featuring gT rendyy Clothing Clothing g Jewelry, Jewelry, Handbags Handb bags & Much More Morre

Wishing Wishing EEveryone veryone A Happ Happyy Holida Holidayy And And Healthy Healthy New Year Y Yeear

20% OFF EEVERYTHING VERY THING w www.alexisjade.co ww.alexisjade.co 410-575-1138

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Resort Homes would like to

Wish Ever one A Wonderf l Holiday Season

At the holiday season our thoughts turn gratefully to those who have made our success possible. It is in this spirit we say Thank You and Best Wishes!!

Merry Christmas to All from Resort Homes Inc.

Resort Homes & Real Estate, Inc.

11718 Ocean Gateway, West Ocean City, MD 410-213-7721 or 410-726-8528 www.resorthousinggroup.com

Follow us on Facebook

NEWS 17A

Ocean City Today

18A NEWS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

POLICE BRIEFS

LIVE MUSIC EVERY WEEKEND

Hot Sauce Sandwich 9 pm Randy Lee Ashcraft & the Saltwater Cowboys 9 pm

O Open pen C Christmas hristmas N Night ight LLocals ocals Party!!!

Party!!! y!

56 th S 5 St. t. B Bayside, a y s i d e, Ocean O c e an City City

We D e l i ver

OPEN O P E N 11AM 1 1 A M DAILY DAI LY LY YEAR Y E A R ROUND ROUND

41 10.7 23.5600

REAL EST TAT ATE

t XXX 3FTPSU2VFTU0$ DPN t -JPO %S 4VJUF 4FMCZWJMMF %& Old Ocean Cityy Rd, Berllin, lin MD

Seaside V Viillage

1.98 wooded lot, conveniently located witithin minutes of Berlin, Assateague, and Oceann Ciity beaches. Soil evaaluation completed no restrictions on lot. No conservaation easement in regards to ffoorestry on the land. Can clear up to 20,000 sq ft to build home.

(460146) $54,900

Come Tour Our Model

Broad Marsh

3 Level To Townnhomes starting aatt $279,990 located in W Weest Ocean City.. On the waatter, overlooking the beautifuul OC Skyline. Whether you decide to do some local shopping or stroll along the boardwalk of our local marina, you will be pleased to come home to Seaside. (483412) Starting at $280â&#x20AC;&#x2122;s

Georgetown by the Sea Unit 104, OC

Broad Marsh offffer ers a rare, opportunity to own a beautifully townhome in a quiet, waatterfront enclave, nestled on the bay at 70th Street in Ocean Cityy, Maryland. Our floorplans allow several options to make your space live like you waannt â&#x20AC;&#x201C; whether you are a first time home buyerr, weekeender or looking to invest in the next phase of your liffee. Donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t miss this opportuniity â&#x20AC;&#x201C; your new, coastal home aawa waaits!

1SJDFE GSPN UIF IJHI T

DIRECT BAYFRONT with panoraamic water views!! Completely Remodeled in 2005. Beautifully maintained and furnished. Bayfront balcony extends the full width of the condo with access from liivving room an and master bedroom. Building has new roof 2012. Boat slips are avaiilable. (482925) $230,000

FEA ATURING COMMUNITIES ON ROUTE 54, DE JUST A SHORT DRIVE TO OC, MD/LOW DE TAXES

Alleged assault A 24-year-old Ocean City man was charged Dec. 15 with second-degree assault after allegedly attacking the man who shared an apartment with him.

James Thomas Reaves and the alleged victim were at a party when they started arguing. The victim felt threatened and tackled Reaves to the ground. He then left and returned to the apartment they had shared for about six weeks.

Later, Reaves arrived at the unit and allegedly slammed the victim onto a bed and then chocked him violently, according to the charging document. He also reportedly threw beer at the victim.

The victim called police, who determined Reaves was the aggressor and arrested him.

Purse theft Two men were arrested Dec. 11 after one of them allegedly stole the purse of a woman who had placed it on a downtown bar in Ocean City.

A security video reportedly showed Eric Nicholas Pusey of Girdletree taking the purse while the womanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s back was turned.

It also showed him entering the restroom with the Eric Pusey purse. A staff member later found it inside the restroomâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s trashcan.

When staff realized a theft had taken place, they chased the suspects north of the bar and then east to a parking lot on Eighth Street.

Pusey allegedly threw $29 in paper cur-

rency on the ground as he exited a walkway.

Darius Anthony Jackson, 21, of Snow Hill, the man who was with Pusey and who ran with him, had $66 in paper currency. Police believed that Pusey gave him to him from the money he allegedly stole from the purse.

During Puseyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s arrest, he allegedly refused to put his arms behind his back. A police officer used his electronic controlled weapon to gain compliance.

Police charged Pusey with disorderly conduct and theft of less than $1,000. Police charged Jackson with disorderly conduct, theft of less than $1,000 and resisting arrest.

Assault on boyfriend A 54-year-old Ocean City woman was charged Dec. 12 with second-degree assault, malicious destruction of property valued at less than $1,000, driving while intoxicated and other traffic offenses after allegedly beating up her boyfriend.

Cynthia Lawrence Chalphin allegedly broke a picture frame and damaged a ceiling light and a television in the apartment they shared after arriving home from a bar.

The victim told police that she did it all the time.

Police stopped the woman on Coastal Highway after she had driving approximately 10 blocks with her headlights off. She reportedly failed field sobriety tests.

Child pornography Through the combined efforts of the Worcester County Sheriffâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Office, the Maryland State Police Computer Crimes Unit and Continued on Page 20A

Area campers get wish as soft porch enclosures approved he specified that the addition â&#x20AC;&#x153;shall include not less than less than one means of egress directly from the addition to the outside without having to enter the recreational vehicle, recreational park trailer or cabin. He had added that smoke detectors â&#x20AC;&#x153;shall be installed in the addition,â&#x20AC;? but that was changed during Tuesdayâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s meeting to require â&#x20AC;&#x153;not less than one smoke detector.â&#x20AC;? His amendment had specified that the plastic â&#x20AC;&#x153;shall be constructed in a hard frame,â&#x20AC;? and the words, â&#x20AC;&#x153;of material other than wood,â&#x20AC;? were added. A requirement that the application for the soft plas-

Continued from Page 16A

tic enclosures would include documentation about the thickness of the plastic â&#x20AC;&#x153;as evidenced by manufacturerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s specificationsâ&#x20AC;? was also added.

The vote approving Cropperâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s text amendment permitting the soft plastic enclosures was not unanimous. Voting against it were Commissioners Judy Boggs, who had not wanted the issue to be discussed because it had been discussed at varying levels over several years, Merrill Lockfaw, who was concerned about safety and adequate egress, and Louise Gulyas who said they had â&#x20AC;&#x153;opened the biggest can of worms possible.â&#x20AC;?

BAYSIDE Just lovely! Beautiffully maintained home on corner, tree-lined site w/pond view off ffeers 1st Lev. Owner Suite, stainless aapppliances, Corian tops, security sys., ultra laundry, screened porch, loft built-ins, 2nd fu full upper suite + 2 more upper BRâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s/1BA. Now is the time ffoor your Bayside home! (607746) $419,900 Cindy Spieczny Ext. 8896

Dayna Feher Ext. 8787

BAYVILLE SHORES Panoramic vi views ooff the open bay. Impeccable & finely ffur urnished, this unit is aapppointed with the best of everything. Included, a raarre opportunity to own BOATHOUSE #3. Gleaming Hardwood, Tile, Stainless & Corian, 2 Sunrooms, 2 Master Suiites, walk in closets, Large deck ffoor entertaining.

This is not to be missed! (598131)

Linda Quasney Ext. 8892

Karla Morgan Ext. 8895

BAYVIEW L ANDING Meticulously kept inside & out!

4BR/2.5BA, 2car garage, Ashford model,2.5 miles to sand! Includes morning room, 2 sun porches, (4th BR is used as a bonus room & has closet), landscaped, irrigation system, security system, ffeenced in back yard, shed, being sold partially ffur urnished. (608665) Skip Valliant Ext. 8891

Carter Howell Ext. 5815

WET BASEMENTS STINK !!

Mold, mildew and water leakage into your basement causes health DQG IRXQGDWLRQ GDPDJH :KDW FDQ EH GRQH WR Âż[ WKH SUREOHP" $OOVWDWH $PHULFDQ :DWHUSURRÂżQJ LV DQ KRQHVW KDUGZRUNLQJ ORFDO FRPSDQ\ We will give you a FREE HYDOXDWLRQ DQG HVWLPDWH DQG D IDLU SULFH :H KDYH UHSDLUHG WKRXVDQGV RI EDVHPHQWV LQ WKH DUHD ZH FDQ SURYLGH ORFDO UHIHUHQFHV :KHQ \RXU QHLJKERUV QHHGHG ZDWHUSURRÂżQJ WKH\ FDOOHG $OOVWDWH $PHULFDQ :K\ GRQÂśW \RX" &DOO QRZ WR UHFHLYH D GLVFRXQW ZLWK your FREE ESTIMATE 0+,&

CALL 1 800 420 7783 NOW!

Ring in 2014 With A Royale New Year ’ s Eve! Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 19A

Atrium Stars Package

Enjoy a Bountiful Buffet Dinner • Imported & Domestic Cheese & Fruit Platter Crisp Crudite & Tossed Salad with Assorted Dressings & Dips • Baked Salmon Breast of Chicken Supreme • Roasted Eye Round • Seafood Newberg • Rice Pilaf Roasted Potatoes & Fresh Vegetables • Savory & Sweet Salads • Caesar Salads Assorted Desserts • Champagne Toast • 6 Hour Open Bar • Live Top 40 Music by “Appaloosa” Party Favors ... and more!

Only

$

99

Excludes taxes, service charges & gratuity.

per person

Palmetto Ballroom Gourmet Dinner Package

5 Course Gourmet Dinner Including: • 6 Hour Open Bar • Assortment of Hot & Cold Hors d’Oeuvres Savory & Sweet Salad • Shrimp Cocktail • “Perfect Pair” Filet Mignon & Crab Cake Princess Potatoes • Chef’s Vegetable Medley • Top 40 Music by “Tommy Edwards Band” • Dancing Champagne Toast • Party Favors and more!

Excludes taxes, service charges & gratuity.

Only

$

119

per person

New Years Eve Dinner at Schooners

1-800-4-ROYALE

Oceanfront Restaurant & Bar

$

29

.95

• Special Limited NYE 5pm-9pm menu including 3 course dinner Plus taxes • Drink specials all night & gratuity.

• Lite fare menu after 9 pm Only per person

Limited es Suit Number Oafilable Also Av e Party Without Thtrictions Some Resply Ap

Oceanfront at 91st St. Ocean City, Maryland 21842

princessroyale.com

See web site for full menu and details!

Ocean City Today

20A NEWS

Scooping For The Holidays

Three OCPD aides academy graduates

Fri-Sun Noon-9pm OCPD AIDES

Mon., Dec. 23rd Noon-9pm Christmas Eve Noon - 5 pm Closed Christmas Day & Thurs., Dec 26th Reopening Fri., Dec. 27 at Noon

!

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Police Chief Ross Buzzuro, second from right, commends Public Safety Aides, from left, Michael Newcomb, Damian Priznar and Ashley Clark on their graduation from the academy.

(Dec. 20, 2013) On Dec. 16, three Ocean City Police Department public safety aides graduated from the Eastern Shore Criminal Justice Academy’s jail and corrections officer academy.

This is the first time that the OCPD has sent public safety aides that work primarily in corrections capacity to the academy. This is in an effort to improve the department’s detention facility and properly train the employees that staff it.

Public Safety Aides Ashley Clark, Michael Newcomb and Damian Priznar each completed over six weeks (263 hours) of intense training at the academy.

Clark was recognized for completing the academy at the top of her class with an academic average of 95.7 percent.

POLICE BRIEFS Continued from Page 18A Homeland Security, a stockman was charged Dec. 12 with one count of distributing child pornography and three counts of possession of child pornography.

Through their affiliation with the Internet Crimes Against Children Task Force, the law enforcement agencies learned that Perry William Sharpley, 62, had uploaded an image of known child pornography to a Facebook account he had created. Investigators ob-

tained his personal laptop computer on which they found three additional images of known child pornography.

Burglary Deputies of the Worcester County Sheriff’s Office went to a Stockton residence on George Island Landing Road in response to a burglary in progress.

The occupant said a man had kicked in

the door. The suspect was identified as Eric Todd Apgar, 34, of Stockton.

Apgar had walked away, but deputies located him.

According to the Sheriff’s Office, Apgar had tried to enter the residence at the back door, but was unsuccessful. He then went to the front door, which he kicked in, destroying it.

Apgar was charged with fourth-degree burglary and malicious destruction of property.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Many phone calls and tips help police nab hit-and-run suspect (Dec. 20, 2013) Members of the public led investigators to the suspect in a Dec. 10 hit and run at the White Marlin Mall.

Maryland State Police and the Worcester County Bureau of Investigation went to the mall regarding an assault that had just occurred. During the investigation, they learned a loss prevention employee had tried to stop a shoplifter from fleeing from the business. The suspect ran out of the store, followed by the employee.

The employee attempted to convince the suspect to return items that he had taken from the store. The suspect, however, entered a vehicle, identified as a newer model lime green Kia Soul. The suspect then drove off, striking the employee with the vehicle.

During the investigation, detectives re-

ceived num e r o u s phone calls and tips about the suspect’s identity. They used the information to identify the Mark Lee Donoway Jr., suspect as Mark Lee Donoway Jr., 33, of Salisbury.

Based on the investigation, an arrest warrant was obtained charging Donoway with first and second-degree assault, theft and multiple traffic offenses. Donoway was apprehended in Wicomico County on Dec. 16 by members of the Capital Area Regional Fugitive Task Force. He was being held in jail on $100,000 bond.

Unlicensed contractor found guilty of both theft and fraud (Dec. 20, 2013) James Adam Fulton, 50, of Prince George’s County entered an Alford plea Dec. 11 to a charge of theft of $10,000 to less than $100,000 and to acting as a contractor without a license.

In Circuit Court in Snow Hill, Judge Brian Shockley found Fulton guilty of both counts and sentenced him to four years incarceration for theft and two years incarceration for acting as a contractor without a license. He also ordered Fulton to make restitution in the amount of $17,000.

All but 18 months of the sentences were suspended and Fulton will serve his sentence in the Department of Correc-

Home is where your

Stbeory gins...

Kari Story

Cell: 443-614-6286 Direct: 443-664-2490 kstory@gofirsthome.com www.KariStory.com

tions.

Fulton began, but failed to complete, work on a unit in the Plaza Condominium, destroying much of the unit in the process.

The victim had paid Fulton $17,000 over the course of several weeks before Fulton disappeared from the job.

After investigating the matter and determining that this was the second time that Fulton had acted as a contractor without a license, the Maryland Home Improvement Commission turned the case over to the Office of the State’s Attorney for Worcester County for prosecution.

NEWS 21A

22A NEWS

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

State Sen. Jim Mathias files for re-election to Gen. Assembly

Last week, Senator Jim Mathias (D-38) filed to run for re-election to the Maryland Senate representing Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties.

(Dec. 20, 2013) Last week, Senator Jim Mathias (D-38) filed to run for reelection to the Maryland Senate representing Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties.

Mathias pointed to some of his proudest accomplishments over the last four years, including: Co-sponsorship of legislation making it easier for small businesses to hire military veterans.

Securing $169.7 million in school funding for the Lower Shore; $50 million in new school construction for Lower Shore schools, and $25 million for school safety enhancements.

Working with FEMA to reverse its denial of assistance for Somerset

County residents impacted by Superstorm Sandy.

Voting to eliminate the first $5 million in estate taxes on family farms.

Working with State Highway Administration to secure funding to dualize Route 113.

Voting to extend the Senior Prescription Drug Assistance Program.

Sponsorship of legislation permitting Worcester County bars and restaurants to purchase alcoholic beverage products on free market.

Working to secure funds for renovation and expansion of OC convention center.

Senator Mathias represents District 38, which includes all of Somerset and Worcester counties and part of Wicomico County on the Lower Eastern Shore.

He is a member of the Senate Finance Committee, which has jurisdiction over healthcare, energy, and business legislation.

Prior to his election to the Senate, he served the residents of the Lower Shore as a member of the House of Delegates and as mayor of Ocean City.

LAUREN BUNTING REALTOR速

Cell: 410.422.9899 Lwbunting@comcast.net

118 TINGLE ROAD BERLIN, MD

Adorable, clean and conveniently located in-town Berlin. 2 story home offering almost 1600 sq. ft., 3 bdrms/2.5 baths, and charming wraparound front porch. New spacious laundry room, energy efficient pellet stove, and open floor plan.

Exterior offers detached oversized 1 car garage, rear deck, newer gutters, and large workshop shed.

Offered at $242,900 SEARCH LOCAL LISTINGS ONLINE

www.LaurenBunting.com VIEW AREA FORECLOSURES AND 3 ( / 2 4 3 ! , % 3 s - / 2 4 ' ! ' % # ! , # 5 , !4 / 2 3 & 2 % % ( / - % 6! , 5 !4 ) / .

24 Broad St., Berlin, MD 21811 Office: 410.641.3313

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 23A

OBITUARIES Michael Joseph “Sean” Heubeck BALTIMORE–Michael Joseph “Sean” Heubeck, beloved son of Stasia Heubeck of Ocean Pines, and the late Richard L. Heubeck, died in Baltimore after a long illness. He was born in Baltimore, enlisted in the Marines, then became an ironworker and a chef.

After the “September 11 Attacks,” he was proud to be one of the ironworkers who disassembled the fallen World Trade Center buildings.

He is survived by his daughter, Stacey L. Heubeck of Street, Md., his brothers, John C. Heubeck of Los Angeles, Ca. and Thomas V. Heubeck of Baldwin, Md. On Jan. 4, 2014, at 10 a.m., there will be a funeral Mass at St. John Neumann Catholic Church on Beauchamp Road in Ocean Pines.

In lieu of flowers, memorial contributions may be made to the Injured Marine Semper Fi Fund, 825 College Blvd., Suite 102, PM Box 609, Oceanside, Ca., 92057. Visit www.semperfifund.org.

Albert Edward McClay BERLIN–Albert Edward McClay, 75, of Berlin, passed away on Friday, Dec. 6, 2013 at his residence. Born in Wilmington, Del., he was the son of the late Albert G. McClay and Kathryn Noack McClay.

“Eddie” worked for the District of Columbia as a traffic engineer for 30 years, retiring in Albert McClay 1989.

He was a member of the Friendship United Methodist Church and also the Methodist Men. He enjoyed fishing, camping and square dancing and was an avid Redskins and Orioles fan.

He is survived by his loving wife of 39 years, Carole Francine Hebb McClay; three children, George Lentz of

Titusville, Fla., Gregory Lentz and his wife, Cassie of Poolesville, Md. and Rebecca Lentz of Berlin; seven grandchildren; five great-grandchildren; and a twin sister, Carole Meyer and her husband, John of Edgewater, Md. In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by a son, Donald E. McClay; and a sister, Dorothy Gold.

A memorial service will be held on Saturday, Dec. 28, 2013 at 3 p.m. at the Friendship United Methodist Church in Berlin with a visitation one hour prior to the service. Pastor Linda Ketterman Mariner will officiate.

Contributions may be made in his memory to Coastal Hospice, P.O. Box 1733, Salisbury, Md. 21802 or the Friendship U.M.C. Memorial Fund, c/o Lou Taylor, 12329 Vivian St., Bishopville, Md. 21813.

Arrangements are in the care of Holloway Funeral Home, PA, 501 Snow Hill Road, Salisbury, Md. 21804.

Visit www.hollowayfh.com to express condolences to the family.

Billy Elwood Nicholson SNOW HILL–Billy Elwood Nicholson, 84, died Dec. 6, 2013 at his home in Snow Hill. He was born Dec. 17, 1928 in Basket Switch, Md. to the late Ernest Levi and Eliza Lank Nicholson and was raised in Berlin.

Billy married Mary J. Moody Nicholson on Oct. 7, 1966; they have one son, the Rev. Dr. Isaac William “Ike” Nicholson.

After serving in the U.S. Army from 1951-56, he was employed as a master electrician with IBEW Local 1835 and ultimately Local 24, with which he was a 50-year member. He was a lifetime member of the American Legion Post 67 and Improved Order of Red Men, Tony Tank Tribe 149 in Fruitland and White Eagle Tribe 110 in Berlin, where he was a Past Sachem.

Over the past several years, he enContinued on Page 25A

AFFORDABLE CREMATIONS Call Us For A Price Quote

Melson’s MELSON CREMATION SERVICES

410.208.1444

118th Street & The Beach

410-524-1000 ext. 7195

Carousel Christmas Celebration Brunch

Seating Available Christmas Day 11am – 3pm Reservations are highly recommended 410-524-1000 ext. 7195

$19.95 for Adults

$10.95 for Children 4-10 Years/3 & Under are Free Slow Roasted Top Round of Beef Pork Loin Stuffed with Fresh Mozzarella, Baby Spinach and Roasted Bell Peppers

Carving Station

Brunch Buffet

Fluffy Scrambled Eggs Applewood Smoked Bacon and Maple Smoked Sausage Omelets Made to Order Raisin French Toast Homemade Mashed Potatoes Green Beans with Roasted Peppers, Basil and Fresh Mint Cornbread Stuffing Pan Fried Salmon Cakes with Orange Dipping Sauce Assorted Dinner Rolls & Bread Peel & Eat Shrimp

Traditional Tossed Garden Salad with an Array of Fresh Toppings Classic Caesar Salad Sliced Fruit & Artisan Cheese Display Cranberry Sauce

Salad Station

Crumbled Bleu Cheese with Crab Pumpkin Cranberry

Soup Station

Choose from Alfredo, Marinara and Garlic & Oil Assorted Toppings All Hand Tossed to Order

Penne Pasta Station

Chicken Tenders Hot Dogs Mac & Cheese French Fries

Children’s Buffet

Assorted Seasonal Pies, Cakes, Petit Fours Blue Crab Claws & Chocolates

Seafood Display

Dessert Station

Next Ice Age 2 FREE ICE SHOWS Monday, Jan 30th 6:30 pm & Tuesday, Jan 31st 6:30 pm

Come and Enjoy

A FAMILY FRIENDLY NEW YEAR’S EVE Rink Side Dining (Limited Seating) Ice Rink Open All Day & Night (except during show)

FOOD & DRINK SPECIALS LOUNGE open til 1:30am

2013 New Year’s Eve Seasons Oceanfront Restaurant All You Can Eat Prime Rib & Seafood Buffet

December 31st from 5pm – 10pm

Reservations Recommended 410-524-1000 ext. 7195

$33.95 for Adults

$12.95 for Children 4-10 Years/3 & Under are Free Peel & Eat Shrimp Blue Crab Claws

Rosemary & Pepper Roasted Prime Rib Snow Crab Legs

Caribbean Jerk Chicken Barbecue Ribs Broiled Flounder Homemade Whipped Potatoes Steamed Winter Vegetables

Classic Caesar Salad Tossed Garden Salad with an Array of Fresh Toppings Fruit & Vegetable Display Maryland Crab Soup Assorted Dinner Rolls & Breads

Mini Hamburgers and Hot Dogs Chicken Tenders French Fries Mac & Cheese

Seasonal Assortment of Desserts

Champagne, Wine & Cocktail Specials ALL NIGHT!

24A NEWS

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Ask Us...

How our clients receive an average of $4,074 in savings*on their home purchase when they use a Prudential PenFed Realty agent and Prudential PenFed Realty’s affiliates.

Call your local Prudential PenFed Real Estate office!

*Savings are based on the discounts received by PenFed Realty’s clients for using PenFed Realty’s mor tgage and title affiliates as compared to purchasing the settlement ser vices from PenFed Realty’s mor tgage and title affiliates without retaining the ser vices of PenFed Realty. † Pr udential Real-Estate received the highest numerical score among full-ser vice real estate fir ms for fir st-time and repeat home buyer s and fir st-time seller s in the proprietar y J.D. Power 2013 Home Buyer/Seller Study. SM Study based on 4,371 total evaluations measuring 5 fir ms and measures opinions of individuals who have sold a home in the last 12 months. Proprietar y study results are based on experiences and perceptions of consumer s surveyed April-June 2013. YYour our experiences may var y. Visitit jdpowerr.com. .com. © 2013 BRER Affiliates, LLC . An independently owned and operated broker member of BRER Af filiates, LLC. Pr udential, the Pr udential logo and the Rock symbol are registered ser vice mar ks of Pr udential Financial, Inc. and its related entities, registered in many jurisdictions wor ldwide. Used under license with no other affiliation with Pr udential. Equal Housing Oppor tunity. Pr udential PenFed Realty is an independently owned and operated member of BRER Affiliates, LLC. PenFed Member ship is not required to conduct business with Pr udential-PenFed Realty.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

NEWS 25A

OBITUARIES joyed the MAC Center Morning Coffee Club in Snow Hill.

He loved his family, believed in the power of education and worked hard to provide his family every opportunity to improve themselves. He enjoyed music and dancing, especially the jitterbug.

During his younger years, he was an athlete excelling in soccer and believed that sports built a person’s character.

He was a proud member of the IBEW and believed strongly in the quality workmanship and integrity of unionized tradesmen. The friendships and fraternity of the Union were important to Billy throughout his life.

He was a member of the United Methodist Church and had a great appreciation for the spiritual instruction provided by his catechism class, being able to quote the catechism even in his later years. As a deeply personal man, he was firm yet supportive, demanding, yet fun loving.

He was preceded in death by four sisters, Deliah Mae Kamborn, Mildred Virginia Nicholson, Doris Joynes Baker and Beulah Ann Harding; four brothers, Vernon Levi Nicholson, Isaac William Nicholson, Marvel Tankard Nicholson and Ernest Lee Nicholson, and one granddaughter, Grace Sophia Nicholson.

He is survived by his two sons, Randall Anthony Nicholson of Salisbury and Dr. Isaac W. Nicholson and his wife, Shauna, of Ashland, Ky.; two grandchildren, Isaac Levi and Analiese Clare Nicholson of Ashland, one sister Ruth Roland Steimer, and many beloved nieces and nephews.

A Memorial Service is being Continued from Page 23A

planned for late January. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to the Snow Hill Christian Church, 300 Park Row, Snow Hill, Md., 21863.

Bridget Ann Meyer OCEAN PINES– Bridget Ann Meyer, age 62, died on Wednesday Dec. 11, 2013 at Atlantic General Hospital in Berlin.

Born in Cheverly, Md., she was the daughter of the late Ralph F. DeSarno and Julia Frances Rawlings DeSarno.

She is survived by her husband of 41 years, Gary E. Meyer. She was preceded in death by two brothers, Daniel DeSarno and Johnny DeSarno. Also surviving is a daughter, Angelique Waldron and her husband, Dana, of Olney; three brothers, Ralph DeSarno and his wife, Evelyn, of Harrisonburg, Va., Vincent DeSarno and his wife, Peggy, of Staunton, Va., and Dominic DeSarno and his wife, Linda, of White Plains, Md., a sister Rose DeSarno of South Carolina and one grandchild, Keith Waldron, as well as a host of nieces and nephews.

Mrs. Meyer had retired from Macy’s, formerly Hecht’s Department Store, with over 20 years of service.

A memorial service was held on Dec. 14, 2013 at the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations may be made to The Juvenile Diabetes Foundation, 26 Broadway, 14th floor, New York, N.Y. 10004.

Expressions of sympathy may be sent to the family at www.burbagefuneralhome.com. Arrangements are in the care of the Burbage Funeral Home in Berlin.

Voted OC’s Best Kids Store

Holiday Sale!

30 % OFF WINTER CLOTHING SHOP HERE FOR TOYS, GIFTS, ACCESSORIES, AND GREAT STOCKING STUFFERS

Great Selection of NFL Gifts Shop Small Shop Local Closed Christmas Day Re-Open Dec. 26th

Like Us On Facebook!

81st St., Coastal Hwy. Ocean City, MD Ope n Se ve n Days A We e k 10am -6pm

410-723-0391

Ocean City’s Newest & Largest Gun Shop Specializing in Fine Sporting Firearms for Over 20 Years.

Holiday Event Now In Progress

CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK www.facebook.com/oceancitytoday

Large Selection of Handguns, Shotguns, Rifles, Clothing & Accessories

LARRY’S TRADING POST

9927 Stephen Decatur Highway Suite F-7, Ocean City, MD 21842 Rt 611 in Teal Marsh Shopping Center, West Ocean City 443-664-2040 Hours: Tuesday-Friday 10-6, Saturday 10-3

Ocean City Today

BUSINESS PAGE 26A

www.oceancitytoday.net

DECEMBER 20, 2013

REAL ESTATE REPORT

Foreclosures dip across U.S. LAUREN BUNTING ■ Contributing Writer

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

Christmas Pointe owners Chuck and Linda Dondero are closing their shop at Tanger Outlets after bringing all things Christmas to Ocean City for decades. The shop on Route 50 in West Ocean City will stay open through Dec. 31, when the couple plans to retire.

Christmas Pointe to close doors after 40 years Owners Chuck and Linda Dondero to retire amidst regrets from loyal patrons CLARA VAUGHN ■ Staff Writer

(Dec. 20, 2013) The everythingChristmas store at the Tanger Outlets, Christmas Pointe, is closing after more than 40 years in Ocean City.

Owners Chuck and Linda Dondero, the couple known for their warm manner and unique gifts, are retiring and will close the shop Dec. 31.

“We have people come in every day saying, ‘Where are you going? We’re going to miss you,’” Linda said.

“The biggest rewards are the repeat customers,” Chuck said.

Christmas Pointe’s long-time success is due largely to its stock, which the Donderos found by regularly scouring shows from New York to Atlanta.

“You have to really search the market to find the right things,” Linda said.

“I think that’s one of the reasons people came back — because it wasn’t the same stuff on the shelves year after year.”

Every day was Christmas in the store, but the Donderos never grew tired of decking the halls for their customers, she said.

“To take all that stuff out and set all that stuff up — it’s just sheer fun.”

The makings of Ocean City’s go-to Christmas shop date back to the 1960s, when Chuck was growing up in the gift shop business on the Boardwalk.

He presented his father Charles “Doc” Dondero with the idea to add a Christmas section to his store.

“We turned a regular gift shop into a Christmas shop,” Chuck said, and business “was excellent.”

Branching out and starting his own business, Chuck followed the gift market north up the boards, landing on 8th Street before moving to the 45th Street Village in the 1970s. By then, he had met his wife and business partner Linda.

Christmas Pointe settled in its final

location, between G.H. Bass & Co. and The Children’s Place at the Tanger Outlets in West Ocean City, and quickly became a staple among shoppers there.

Despite the seasonal nature of the business, July was the store’s secondbusiest month, Linda said.

Christmas Pointe stocked everything from Christmas trees and glass angels to nautical gifts, gourmet foods and a huge selection of ornaments, keeping its customers coming back for generations, she said.

Since marking prices down 50 percent a few weeks ago, the couple has sold their stock much faster than they expected, though many items remain for last-minute Christmas shoppers.

Christmas Pointe will stay open through Dec. 31. After that, Chuck and Linda will begin cleanup.

As far as their retirement plans: “We haven’t really had time to think about that,” Chuck said.

Visit Christmas Pointe at Tanger Outlets on Route 50, tucked in the corner by Bass. Call 410-213-2773 for more information.

(Dec. 20, 2013) RealtyTrac, the nation’s leading source for comprehensive housing data, released its U.S. Foreclosure Market Report™ for November. The report which follows foreclosure filings — default notices, scheduled auctions and bank repossessions, showed a 15 percent decrease in November from the previous month and a 37 percent decrease from a year ago.

Foreclosure filings were reported on 113,454 U.S. properties in November. The 15 percent monthly decrease in November was the biggest month-over-month decrease since November, 2010 when U.S. foreclosure activity plummeted 21 percent in one month following the revelation of the so-called robo-signing scandal in October, 2010.

The report showed one in every 1,155 U.S. housing units with a foreclosure filing during the month of November. However, there was information provided in the report that shows Maryland differing from the national trend currently.

Despite a 16 percent monthly decrease, Maryland foreclosure activity continued to increase on an annual basis in November, up 42 percent from a year ago. This lifted the state to the nation’s third highest state foreclosure rate: one in every 618 housing units with a foreclosure filing. November marked the 17th consecutive month where Maryland foreclosure activity increased on an annual basis.

Why is Maryland now showing an increase when the national average shows a decrease? There are arguments saying the banks held properties waiting for the markets to improve, and that may be true, but the main reason in Maryland is probably more related to the state changing its foreclosure laws after the housing bubble burst, requiring more oversight and a more drawnout process for banks to claim property. This process change also allows homeowners more time to explore home loan modifications in an effort for borrowers to keep their homes.

– Lauren Bunting is a licensed REALTOR®with Bunting Realty, Inc. in Berlin.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

BUSINESS 27A

‘Eyes and ears in Ocean City’ after 40 years in business Mann Properties keeps watch over 90 locations from inlet to state line CLARA VAUGHN Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) Community management company Mann Properties, Inc. is celebrating its 40th anniversary this year.

The business on 16th Street now boasts a staff of 13, including five managers, who oversee around 90 properties from the inlet to the Delaware state line.

Most of the properties belong to absentee owners, making the managers’ role especially important, owner Buck Mann said.

“We’re their eyes and ears in Ocean City,” he said.

Mann wasn’t always charged with overseeing such a long list of properties, however.

He was a few years out of college running the Shoreham Hotel on the Boardwalk with a friend when another local hotel owner took notice and asked him to manage his business.

“That’s how I started” in May, 1973,

Mann said. “Most of my success has been through word of mouth.”

The company’s managers do everything from balancing owners’ books and proposing bids to inspecting buildings and keeping property owners abreast of municipal codes.

All of Mann’s managers have at least one designation, which certifies their training — a point of pride for the company.

“One big thing is really the education of the employees, even the ones that are not managers,” he said. “We insist on a level of professionalism.”

Mann Properties has an employee on call 24 hours a day to assist clients and every time a fire alarm goes off in one of the managed properties, an employee is on site, Mann said.

“The owners, after they hear that, they appreciate that,” he said. “It all comes down to service.”

As Mann Properties grew over the years, it moved from a small office on Third Street to one 16th Street storefront. Today, the business occupies four store spaces on that block.

Outside of his official office duties, Mann travels to Annapolis about six times each legislative session to lobby on

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

Owner of Mann Properties Buck Mann, center, stands with employees outside the property management company’s 16th Street office. Mann Properties celebrated its 40th anniversary this year.

OPEN FRI.-SUN 11 A.M.

LUNCH & DINNER

See MANN on Page 28A

Ugly Swe at er P a rty

F Fontello – Jones Engaged Eng The parents of Marie Fontello and John ‘Jake’ Jones are excited to announce their engagement.

Marie is the daughter of Colleen and James Deptula, of South Point and Robert and Pam Fontello, Jr., of Corpus Cristi,, T Texas. exas. JJake is the son of John and Christine Jones, of Berlin.

Jake and Marie are both graduates of Stephen Decatur High School, and currently reside in West West Ocean City C y,, where they are raising their beautiful daughter aughterr,, Emma. Jake is employed in his family’s business and Marie is currently attending college and working part-time while she earns her degree.

A 2014 wedding weddin is planned.

SATURDAY, DEC. 21 • 8-11 P.M. $50 Gift Card to Ugliest • $25 for Runner Up Live Music by Nic Hills • Drink & Food Specials All Night SUNDAY, DEC. 22 • 4:25 P.M.

RAVENS VS PATRIOTS FREE Buffet at Halftime

Fax 410-213-2151

Phone 800-647-8727

MITCHELL&HASTINGS F I N A N C I A L

Teal Marsh Shopping Center 9927 Stephen Decatur Hwy Suite 18 Ocean City MD 21842

S E R V I C E S

Our Mission: Your Success

Phyllis R. Mitchell Certified Financial Planner Registered Representative Investment Advisor Representative Phyllis R. Mitchell Financial Services, Inc.

Registered Investment Advisor

Andrea L. Hastings Investment Advisor Representative Registered Representative

IRAs Pension Plans Retirement Plans Stocks Bonds Mutual Funds

Securities and advisory services offered through National Planning Corporation (NPC), Member FINRA/sipc, a Registered Investment Advisor.

M and H, Phyllis R. Mitchell Financial Services, Inc., and NPC are separate and unrelated companies.

1/2-PRICE DRAFTS & FOOD Specials All Day NEW YEAR’S DAY OPEN 11 A.M.

WE WILL BE CLOSED DEC. 23-25 • REOPENING DEC. 26 TIL JAN. 5

45TH STREET ON THE BAY • 443.664.2201

Ocean City Today

28A BUSINESS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Vent elected to chair county Junior Achievement board (Dec. 20, 2013) Chad Vent has been elected to serve as the Advisory Board Chair of Worcester County Junior Achievement.

Vent, a certified public accountant and managing partner in the Faw Casson Maryland office, has dedicated time to teaching Junior Achievement programs in the K-12 classrooms, and has assisted with the successful JA Adopt, a school dinner fundraiser.

“I am excited about this opportunity to work with so many people who share the passion I have for Junior Achievement,” said Vent. “I have always thought BANK OF OC DONATES TO DIAKONIA Bank of Ocean City was a drop off spot for the Diakonia Food Pantry Drive in November and December. The bank also collected $300 in donations from customers and employees. Pictured, from left, are Laura Rosenfeld, Susan Blaney and Claudia Nagle of Diakonia and Susan Teach of Bank of Ocean City.

, Pick a state any state!

Press Service 2000 Capital Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401

1-855-721-6332

THIS AD! FOR SALE

Press Service 2000 Capital Drive, Annapolis, MD 21401

Any $100 card

Gets you an extra $10 card

CALL TODAY! 1-855-72 1-855-721-6332 Wanda Smith, ext. 6 www.mddcpress.com *Certain conditions apply.

Bosch geothermal heating and cooling systems can save you up to 70% on your home energy bills. With an additional 30% federal tax credit, these systems are now more affordable than ever!

the annual St. Patrick’s Day Parade in Ocean City and is involved in the Ocean City Development Corporation, Believe in Tomorrow Children’s House by the Sea and Community Association Institute.

Mann Properties is located at 220 16th Street in Ocean City. Visit www.ocmannproperties.com or call 410-2896156 for more information.

Gift Card

SPREAD YOUR MESSAGE to ove er 4 Mil Million readers with an ad this size for for just $1,450! For a limited time, BUY 4 ADS, GET ONE FREE!*

Stop feeding the pig and get Geo.

BoschGeo.com/PropanePig

behalf of property managers, monitoring proposed laws and even introducing a few of his own.

In recent years, he has helped pass legislation overseeing builder warranties through the Maryland Legislative Action Committee.

He helps organize local events such as

www.mddcpress.com

Propane bills too high?

Visit our site to find out how much you can save.

Mann Properties covers Ocean City community for 40 years Continued from Page 27A

MDDC Press works with fellow press associations across the country to give you the best possible buys on advertising wherever you need it. We take care of scheduling and placement at no extra cost to you, and you save time and money. Call Wanda Smith at ext. 6 today.

financial literacy is important and considering today’s economic environment I feel even stronger about educating our youth about financial literacy-a real world subject.”

Vent’s election served to fill the vacancy from outgoing chair Christine Selzer, who served as Worcester Advisory Board Chair for the past three years.

Junior Achievement is committed to giving young people in all communities the knowledge and skills they need to own their economic success, plan for their future, and make smart academic and economic choices.

hair nails facials waxing tanning make-up massages

Rt 50 West Business Park (next to Kendall’s)

410.213.1122

www.blissoc.com

Open 7 Days

DECEMBER 20, 2013

29A Classifieds now appear in Ocean City Today & the Bayside Gazette each week and online at oceancitytoday.net and baysideoc.com.

HELP WANTED

Now Hiring

Assistant Managers and Crew Members In our Ocean City and West OC locations.

Please apply online at delmarvadd.com

HELP WANTED

New Salon Opening In Ocean Pines Massage Therapist & Hair Stylists needed.

Must be MD licensed.

Call Marc 302-682-1777 Classified deadline for next week’s holiday edition is

Friday at 5 p.m.

---Work At The BEACH...

Work With The BEST!!

Top wages, excellent benefits package and free employee meal available to successful candidates.

Employment Opportunities:

Year Round, Full/Part Time: Host/Hostess

Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Attn: Human Resources Dept.

10100 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 Phone: 410-524-3535 Fax: 410-723-9109 EOE M/F/D/V

Housekeeping “Seasonal”

Temporary/40 hours. Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel, Ocean City MD has 30 openings to work from March 10, 2014 through November 30, 2014. Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel will offer wage of $8.88/hr no overtime is available. Must be available to work flexible hours, nights, weekends and holidays Housing is available from March 10, 2014 through November 30,2014.On the job training will be provided All deductions from the worker's paycheck required by law will be made. A single workweek will be used to compute wages due. Employees will be paid biweekly.

The employer will provide workers at no charge all tools, supplies, and equipment required to perform the job. The employer guarantees to offer work for hours equal to at least three fourths of the workdays in each 12 week period of the total employment period.

Transportation (including meals and to the extent necessary, lodging) to the place of employment will be provided, or its cost to workers reimbursed, if the worker completes half the employment period. Return transpiration will be provided if the worker completes the employment period or is dismissed early by the employer. H2B workers will be reimbursed in the first workweek for all visa, visa processing, border crossing, and other related fees, including those mandated by the government (excluding passport fees). Successful background investigation and favorable employment references required.Duties include maintaining hotel/restaurant premises in a clean and orderly manner. Making beds, changing linens ,dusting, vacuuming guest rooms and public areas ,empty trash, clean restrooms facilities, wash windows, move/arrange furniture, turn mattresses, collect soiled linens for laundering ,receive and store linens and supplies in closet, deliver supplies to guest rooms upon request. Apply with a copy of this ad to: Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel Linda Watson, HR Dept 10100 Coastal Hwy Ocean City MD 21842 Requisition Order # 310282 Job Location: Ocean City, MD EOE M/F/S/V Or at your local SWA.

PUT COLOR IN YOUR CLASSIFIEDS! CALL 410-723-6397

HELP WANTED

Hileman Real Estate-Now Hiring Cleaners for the 2014 Season. Must be licensed & insured. Call Terry @ 410-2089200 x102.

PT, Y/R Night Auditor, 11:00 PM-7:00 AM shift - Please apply in person, Dunes Manor, 2800 Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, MD 410-289-1100 Now hiring FT, YR Hotel Maintenance Person - w/ prior hotel experience. Competitive salary w/paid vacation & medical/dental benefits.

Send resume to don@montecarlo-2000.com

Hiring F/T & P/T Professional Sales Reps Motivated individuals wanted for rapidly expanding business. Training available, paid travel, with a high income earning potential.

Manager postilions available for experienced individuals.

Please call 443-291-7651.

RENTALS

For Rentals-Call Us Today!

Bunting Realty, Inc. 410-6413313

YR-3BR/2BA Mobile - 5.7 miles from Fenwick Island.

Selbyville, DE. Fully remodeled. W/D hook-up. No smoking/pets. $900/mo. + security deposit. Available Immediately! 443-224-7670 YR, 2BR/1BA Condo on 11th and St. Louis. Available immediately! Furnished or unfurnished. No pets or smoking. $825/mo. + security deposit and utilities. Resort Rentals 410-520-0295.

YR, 4BR/1.5BA Apt. - Convenient, mid-town location, ocean block, unfurn., balcony. $1200/mo. + utils. + sec. dep.

443-880-2486

WINTER RENTAL $200 $150/week

The Holidays Are Just Around The Corner…

Become an Avon Representative or to Order Products Call Christine 443-880-8397 or email: snowhillavon@ comcast.net

www.baysideoc.com www.oceancitytoday.net

Sleeps 4, Pool, Internet

Rambler Motel 9942 Elm St., right behind Starbucks

Manager On Site or Call 443-614-4007

Yearly & Seasonal Rentals We Welcome Pets 7700 Coastal Hwy 410-524-7700 www.holidayoc.com

HELP WANTED

DO YOU LOVE WHAT YOU DO? Interested in a career in Real Estate?

RENTALS

2BR/2BA Waterfront Home Year Round - Unfurnished 11212 Gum Point Road, Berlin. $800/monthly plus utilities. Security deposit required. 410430-9797 YR, BERLIN, 1BR or 2BR/1BA Central air, $650/mo. Call 443880-4053.

YR, 1BR/1BA Apt.-$750/mo. + utils. Also, YR, 1BR/1BA Apt.-$850/mo. + utils. Small pet okay. 1-631-949-3342

Winter Rental

RENTALS

YR, Ocean Pines, 3BR/2BA Home-Clean, like new, 1450 sq. ft. Screened porch, lge patio, 2 sheds, $1300/mo. +Utils. No Smoking/Pets. 410236-1231

YR Rentals-2BR/2BA, NOC $950/mo. + utils & 1BR/1BA28th Street $750/mo. + utils WR-3BR/2BA Townhouse, 28th St. $700/mo. 410-7268948

Available Now-Apr. 1.

312 Sunset Dr. 2BR/1.5BA, newly remodeled, big kitchen/ living area. $250/week includes utilities or $800/mo. you pay utilities.

Security deposit $1500.

Call 410-428-7333. www.SunsetTerraceRentals.com

Single Family Homes Starting at $900 Apartments Starting at $650 Condos Starting at $895 Office Space w/immediate availability, reception area & private office w/view. Plenty of customer parking in a great Ocean Pines location! Rent includes all CAM, trash removal, water & sewer. $700/mo.

CALL US TODAY! 410-208-9200

Open 7 Days A Week for property viewing in: * Berlin * Ocean City * * Ocean Pines * * Snow Hill *

Advertise Your Rentals

410-723-6397 www.oceancitytoday.net www.baysideoc.com

Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage Pre-Licensing classes forming NOW! Contact Bjorkland at at 410-524-6111 410-524-1203 Contact Kelley Pete Copenhaver @ cbmove.com oror kelley.bjorkland pcopenhaver@cbmove.com OROR Maryellen Rosenblit atat410-524-6111 Jennifer Cropper-Rines 410-524-1203 or maryellen.rosenblit@cbmove.com or jlcropper@cbmove.com or www.careerscb.com or visit visit www.careerscb.com Owned and Operated by NRT LLC

Now you can order your classifieds online

* Early Deadline * For New Year’s Issue, Dec. 27th.

Deadline for Classifieds will be Friday, Dec. 20th, 5 p.m.

30A CLASSIFIED MARKETPLACE

ROOMMATES

ROOMMATE WANTED O.P.: Looking for mature individual.

Beautifully furn. Pri. liv. rm., BR & full bath. Shared kitchen.

No pets. Must have ref’s. Call 410-208-0273.

REAL ESTATE REAL ESTATE

2BR/2BA Mobile in Bishopville. Minutes to Beach, light filled, in great shape! $29,900. Ground rent-$400/ mo.-includes water, trash, sewer + taxes. Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

REAL ESTATE WANTED

Real Estate Wanted Need to sell a house fast?

Local investor searching for a min. 3BR, 2BA House.

All cash, easy, quick closing.

Call 703-899-5355

REAL ESTATE LICENSE ED SMITH REAL ESTATE SCHOOL

Pre-Licensing Real Estate Classes

Pt. 1. Jan. 7, 8, 9, 2014 Pt. 2. Jan. 13, 14, 15, 2014 8:00 am-5:30 pm Limited Space Web site/Registration www.edsmithschool.com 410-213-2700

LOTS & ACREAGE

Beautiful, Cleared 1/2 Acre Lot in Bishopville. $75,000.

Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

COMMERCIAL COMMERCIAL

Warehouse For Rent. 16 x 30 with garage door and high ceilings. 11212 Gum Point Road, Berlin, Maryland. $350 per month. 410-430-9797 Commercial Property directly on Rt. 113 in Selbyville. 2 Buildings + Mini Storage. $599,000 Call Howard Martin Realty 410-352-5555.

Units Available Rt. 50 in West Ocean City 1800 sq. ft. Office/Retail Space 1728 sq. ft. Office/Retail Space 1574 sq. ft. Office/Retail Space 2211 sq. ft. Office/Retail Space Call 443-497-4200

Studio/Office Space Available at Open Door Studio in West OC. Call for appt.

240-645-7685

Upscale Mid-town Office Space in O.C. for Lease.

Flexible floor plan.

From 650 to 5,150 sq. ft.

Call Brian 443-880-2225

www.baysideoc.com ~ www.oceancitytoday.net

Ocean City Today

SERVICES

Bishopville Movers Inc. Fast, reliable service. 410-352-5555.

LOST FOUND LOST& & FOUND

LOST SET OF KEYS FOUND W/LIME GREEN BRACELET KEY CHAIN. FOUND IN THE VICINITY OF 119TH STREET & COASTAL HWY. CALL 410250-4706.

DONATIONS DONATIONS

Do you have an old bicycle not being used? It could mean a world of difference to a hardworking international student.

We are looking to get as many bikes as possible. Your donation will be tax-deductible. Please contact Gary at 410-726-1051 for more information.

FOR SALE FOR SALE

Used Hot Tubs for Sale-$500 each. Buy as is. No restitution.

Contact Club Ocean Villas II for more details 410-5240880

MOVING SALE MOVING SALE

Beautiful Cherry Curio Cabinet-$250. Oak dinette set w/4 chairs & hutch-$450. Table & 6/chairs dinette set-$175. Collectible carousel handpainted wall art-$75. Vintage Yamaha stereo/speakers-$150. Call for details/descriptions 410-2514443 * Early Deadline * For New Year’s Issue, Dec. 27th.

Deadline for Classifieds will be Friday, Dec. 20th, 5 p.m.

A/C & HEAT PUMPS

In this economy it’s no time to gamble with your marketing dollars…

Advertise with

for proven results

Call Ocean City Today at 410-723-6397

MOVING SALE

Moving Sale-7 Bedrooms, 2 Living Rooms of furniture.

Antiques, entertainment centers, all shed contents, picnic tables w/benches, 4 bar stools. All must go!

Call for appt.

410-251-1793

Serving the Newspapers of Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia since 1908.

MARYLAND STATEWIDE CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING NETWORK ANTIQUES & COLLECTIBLES

Wanted To Purchase Antiques & Fine Art, 1 item Or Entire Estate Or Collection, Gold, Silver, Coins, Jewelry, Toys, Oriental Glass, China, Lamps, Textiles, Paintings, Prints almost anything old Evergreen Auctions 973-818-1100. Email evergreenauction@hotmail.com

FURNITURE

DECEMBER 20, 2013

FURNITURE

JUMPIN’ JACK FLASH

FURNITURE WAREHOUSE -- NEW AND USED Pick-Up & Delivery Available

410-250-7000

146th Street, Ocean City

CLASSIFIED AD NETWORK

BUSINESS SERVICES Drive traffic to your business and reach 4.1 million readers with just one phone call & one bill.

See your business ad in 104 newspapers in Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia for just $495.00 per ad placement. The value of newspapers advertising HAS NEVER BEEN STRONGER ... call 1-855721-6332 x 6 today to place your ad before 4.1 million readers.

Email Wanda Smith @ wsmith@ mddcpress.com or visit our website at www.mddcpress.com.

EDUCATIONAL TRAINING MEDICAL OFFICE TRAINING PROGRAM! Train to become a Medical Office Assistant. No Experience Needed! Career Training & Job Placement Assistance at CTI! HS Diploma/ AUTOMOBILE DONATIONS GED & Computer/Internet to DONATE AUTOS, TRUCKS, qualify. 1-877-649-2671.

MISCELLANEOUS RV'S. LUTHERAN MISSION SOCIETY. Your donation helps AIRLINE CAREERS begin here local families with food, cloth- – Get FAA approved Aviation ing, shelter. Tax deductible. Maintenance training. Housing and Financial Aid for qualified MVA licensed. LutheranMis- students. Job placement assissionSociety.org 410-636-0123 tance. CALL Aviation Institute or toll-free 1-877-737-8567. of Maintenance 800-481-8974

HELP WANTED: DRIVERS

CDL-A Drivers: Looking for Higher Pay? New Century is Hiring Exp. Company Drivers and Owner Operators. Both Solo and Teams. Competitive pay package. Sign-On Incentive. Also looking for experienced drivers willing to train.

Call (888) 903-8863 or apply online at www.drivenctrans.co SERVICES-MISCELLANEOUS

Want a larger footprint in the marketplace consider advertising in the MDDC Display 2x2 or 2x4 Advertising Network.

Reach 3.6 million readers every week by placing your ad in 82 newspapers in Maryland, Delaware and the District of Columbia. With just one phone call, your business and/or product will be seen by 3.6 million readers HURRY....space is limited, CALL TODAY!! Call 1855-721-6332 x 6 or email wsmith@mddcpress.com or visit our website at www.mddcpress.com

Advertise in MDDC ~ 410-723-6397

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

HOME IMPROVEMENT

HOME WATCH SERVICE

Established 1977

CREATE A PRESENCE IN YOUR HOME

Custom Remodeling Specializing in additions, kitchens, baths, Duradek and all types of4 custom remodeling.

We accept4 MC/Visa (410) 641-3762 4

Licensed ~ Bonded ~ Insured â&#x20AC;˘ MHIC #8465

Customized, scheduled inspections of your properties while you are away.

Plumbing â&#x20AC;˘ Electrical â&#x20AC;˘ HVAC Systems â&#x20AC;˘ Insect Infestation Mild and Mildew â&#x20AC;˘ Overal Inspection PHONE 571.521.9337

BERLIN, MARYLAND 21811

FALL CLEAN-UP Â&#x2021; /â&#x20AC;˘$ $: :1 : 1 0 0$ $,17 7( (1$1&( â&#x20AC;˘ LANDSCAPE Â&#x2021; / /$ $1'6&$DESIGN 3,1* & INSTALLATION Â&#x2021; ,5 55 5,*$7 7,,21 5(3$,56 â&#x20AC;˘ IRRIGATION REPAIR & 5$ $,1$*( :25. Â&#x2021; '5 MAINTENANCE Â&#x2021;3$7 7, ,2 : $/. .: :$< â&#x20AC;˘ FIRE PITS, WALKWAYS 67$ ,1& / / $ 7, 7 , 2 1 PATIOS

IRRIGATION SERVICES

Winterize Your Irrigation System

â&#x20AC;&#x2122;Tis the Season toâ&#x20AC;Ś

Other Services Offered: * Lawn Care * Lawn Maintenance * Landscapting * Irrigation Service & Installation * Landscape Lighting

6000

Now Only

$

*Additional Discounts Available* In Business Since 1978

Certified in Maryland and Delaware Fully Licensed and Insured

443-365-5195 ~ BOB@PGMSINC.COM

PORTABLE STORAGE

LANDSCAPING

0+,&

NEWS 31A

0'$

)5( )5(( (67,0$7(6 (( (67,0$7(6 410-677-4748 410-677-4748 ROOFING

1-866-49-CUBES â&#x20AC;˘ www.cubestogo.com

SALON

ch!

Winter Specials at the Bea

with any chemical service with Rosana

FREE Haircut

with Patricia or Rosana

$5.00 Off any Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Haircut

Salon by the Bay 9808 Stephen Decatur Hwy. West Ocean City, MD 21842

443-664-2205 â&#x20AC;˘ ocsalonbythebay.com â&#x20AC;˘ On facebook!

YOUR BUSINESS

Your Business Card Here!

Call Terry 410-723-6397

32A LEGAL NOTICES

McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 10522 SHADY DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Paul A. Baier and Andrea K. Baier, dated September 6, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4534, folio 576 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 6, 2014 AT 3:10 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $34,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 8% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason.

Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser.

Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer

Legal Notices Ocean City Today

taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2011-14097) The property will be sold subject to a 120 day right of redemption by the Internal Revenue Service.

Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, Deborah K. Curran, Erin M. Brady, Diana C. Theologou, Laura L. Latta, Abby Moynihan, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 12626 SUNSET AVE., APT. #19 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Deborah S. Weaver and Sandra L. Weaver, dated June 13, 1991 and recorded in Liber 1740, folio 233 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 6, 2014 AT 3:11 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit Number 19, in Building C, in Stage 2G, in the “Sunset Village Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $5,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of

the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 8.875% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason.

Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser.

Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2012-32189) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, Erin M. Brady, Diana C. Theologou, Laura L. Latta, Jonathan Elefant, Laura T. Curry, Chasity Brown, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 74 CRESTHAVEN DR. BERLIN, MD 21811 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Bonnie J. Wootten, dated April 16, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4913, folio 52 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at

DECEMBER 20, 2013

the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 6, 2014 AT 3:12 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $27,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 10.32% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason.

Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser.

Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2012-29580) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, Erin M. Brady, Diana C. Theologou, Laura L. Latta, Jonathan Elefant, Laura T. Curry, Chasity Brown, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

DECEMBER 20, 2013

410-828-4838 OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 4520 East West Highway, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 12428 JARVIS RD. BISHOPVILLE, MD 21813 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 1, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4380, Folio 260 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $539,475.00 and an original interest rate of 3.5% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 7, 2014 AT 4:00 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $16,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order (NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED) will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser.

Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property,

Legal Notices Ocean City Today

and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ COHN, GOLDBERG & DEUTSCH, LLC ATTORNEYS AT LAW 600 BALTIMORE AVENUE SUITE 208 TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 2802 TERN DRIVE UNIT # 205, APARTMENT 15 PHASE 2 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Walter J. Rychalsky AKA Walter Rychalsky, dated January 17, 2008 and recorded in Liber 5054, Folio 670 among the Land Records of Worcester County, Maryland, with an original principal balance of $294,350.00, and an original interest rate of 6.375%, default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Substitute Trustees will sell at public auction at the Courthouse door for the Circuit Court for Worcester County, on JANUARY 7, 2014 AT 4:15 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND and the improvements thereon situated in Worcester County, MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property being sold is a condominium unit and all common elements appurtenant thereto.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting same, if any and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of

$29,000.00 by certified funds only (no cash will be accepted) is required at the time of auction. Balance of the purchase price to be paid in cash within ten days of final ratification of sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester County. The purchaser, other than the Holder of the Note, its assigns, or designees, shall pay interest on the unpaid purchase money at the note rate from the date of foreclosure auction to the date funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees.

In the event settlement is delayed for any reason , there shall be no abatement of interest. Real estate taxes and all other public charges, or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, condo/HOA assessments or private utility charges, not otherwise divested by ratification of the sale, to be adjusted as of the date of foreclosure auction, unless the purchaser is the foreclosing lender or its designee. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes and settlement expenses, and all other costs incident to settlement, shall be borne by the purchaser. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. Purchaser assumes the risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale forward.

If the purchaser shall fail to comply with the terms of the sale or fails to go to settlement within ten (10) days of ratification of the sale, the Substitute Trustees may, in addition to any other available legal remedies, declare the entire deposit forfeited and resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. Purchaser waives personal service of any paper filed in connection with such a motion on himself and/or any principal or corporate designee, and expressly agrees to accept service of any such paper by regular mail directed to the address provided by said bidder at the time of foreclosure auction. In such event, the defaulting purchaser shall be liable for the payment of any deficiency in the purchase price, all costs and expenses of resale, reasonable attorney’s fees, and all other charges due and incidental and consequential damages, and any deficiency in the underlying secured debt. The purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds or profits resulting from any resale of the property. If the Substitute Trustees cannot convey insurable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy at law or in equity shall be the return of the deposit.

The sale is subject to post-sale confirmation and audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale.

In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of his deposit without interest.

Edward S. Cohn, Stephen N. Goldberg, Richard E. Solomon, Richard J. Rogers, David W. Simpson, Jr., and Randall J. Rolls, Substitute Trustees Mid-Atlantic Auctioneers, LLC (410) 825-2900

LEGAL NOTICES 33A

www.mid-atlanticauctioneers.com OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 4520 East West Highway, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 509 DIGHTON AVE. SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated March 5, 2009 and recorded in Liber 5218, Folio 378 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $187,500.00 and an original interest rate of 2.910% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 7, 2014 AT 4:03 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Tax ID #02-017172 and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $11,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order (NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED) will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser.

Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining

34A LEGAL NOTICES

physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 4520 East West Highway, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 1605 BALTIMORE AVE., UNIT #9B OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated July 22, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4509, Folio 465 and re-recorded in Liber 5139, Folio 457 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $223,000.00 and an original interest rate of 5.00000% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 7, 2014 AT 4:06 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and described as Unit No. 9-B Building B

LEGAL ADVERTISING

Call: 410-723-6397 Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net

Legal Notices Ocean City Today

in “Sea Nymph Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $22,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order (NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED) will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser.

Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________

BWW Law Group, LLC 4520 East West Highway, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 1549 TEAL DR. OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated December 14, 2005 and recorded in Liber 4604, Folio 657 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $520,000.00 and an original interest rate of 6.37500% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 7, 2014 AT 4:09 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $51,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order (NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED) will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the current rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser.

Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit

DECEMBER 20, 2013

of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 4520 East West Highway, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 961-6555

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF REAL PROPERTY AND ANY IMPROVEMENTS THEREON 917 GREENBACKVILLE RD. STOCKTON, MD 21864 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust dated April 17, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4910, Folio 451 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, with an original principal balance of $103,900.00 and an original interest rate of 6.37500% default having occurred under the terms thereof, the Sub. Trustees will sell at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on JANUARY 7, 2014 AT 4:12 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND, together with any buildings or improvements thereon situated in Worcester Co., MD and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust.

The property, and any improvements thereon, will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions and agreements of record affecting the same, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit of $10,000 in the form of certified check, cashier’s check or money order (NO CASH WILL BE ACCEPTED) will be required of the purchaser at time and place of sale. Balance of the purchase price, together with interest on the unpaid purchase money at the cur-

DECEMBER 20, 2013

rent rate contained in the Deed of Trust Note from the date of sale to the date funds are received by the Sub. Trustees, payable in cash within ten days of final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event additional funds are tendered before settlement.

TIME IS OF THE ESSENCE FOR THE PURCHASER. Adjustment of current year’s real property taxes are adjusted as of the date of sale, and thereafter assumed by the purchaser.

Taxes due for prior years including costs of any tax sale are payable by the purchaser. All other public and/or private charges or assessments, including water/sewer charges, ground rent, whether incurred prior to or after the sale to be paid by the purchaser. All costs of deed recordation including but not limited to all transfer, recordation, agricultural or other taxes or charges assessed by any governmental entity as a condition to recordation, are payable by purchaser, whether or not purchaser is a Maryland First Time Home Buyer.

Purchaser is responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property, and assumes risk of loss or damage to the property from the date of sale.

The sale is subject to post-sale audit of the status of the loan with the loan servicer including, but not limited to, determination of whether the borrower entered into any repayment agreement, reinstated or paid off the loan prior to the sale. In any such event, this sale shall be null and void, and the Purchaser’s sole remedy, in law or equity, shall be the return of the deposit without interest. If purchaser fails to settle within 10 days of ratification, the Sub. Trustees may file a motion to resell the property. If Purchaser defaults under these terms, deposit shall be forfeited. The Sub. Trustees may then resell the property at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. The defaulted purchaser shall not be entitled to any surplus proceeds resulting from said resale even if such surplus results from improvements to the property by said defaulted purchaser. If Sub. Trustees are unable to convey either insurable or marketable title, or if ratification of the sale is denied by the Circuit Court for any reason, the Purchaser’s sole remedy, at law or equity, is the return of the deposit without interest.

Howard N. Bierman, Carrie M. Ward, et al., Substitute Trustees OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 243 S. WASHINGTON ST. SNOW HILL, MD 21863 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Terron R. Pinder, dated June 26, 2008 and

Legal Notices Ocean City Today

recorded in Liber 5126, folio 643 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on DECEMBER 30, 2013 AT 2:25 PM

ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $21,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 8% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason.

Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, including sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser.

Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2012-28589) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, Erin M.

Brady, Diana C. Theologou, Laura L. Latta, Jonathan Elefant, Laura T. Curry, Chasity Brown, LeDeanna Adams, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/12/3t __________________________________ McCabe, Weisberg & Conway, LLC 312 Marshall Avenue, Suite 800 Laurel, Maryland 20707 www.mwc-law.com

SUBSTITUTE TRUSTEES’ SALE OF IMPROVED REAL PROPERTY 11500 COASTAL HWY., UNIT #609 OCEAN CITY, MD 21842 Under a power of sale contained in a certain Deed of Trust from Maria L. Roe, dated May 25, 2007 and recorded in Liber 4996, folio 154 among the Land Records of Worcester Co., MD, default having occurred under the terms thereof and at the request of the parties secured thereby, the undersigned Substitute Trustees will offer for sale at public auction at the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., at the Court House Door, One W. Market St., Snow Hill, MD 21863, on DECEMBER 30, 2013 AT 2:26 PM ALL THAT FEE-SIMPLE LOT OF GROUND AND THE IMPROVEMENTS THEREON situated in Worcester Co., Maryland and described as Unit No. 609, in the “Sea Watch Condominium” and more fully described in the aforesaid Deed of Trust. The property is improved by a dwelling.

The property will be sold in an “as is” condition and subject to conditions, restrictions, easements, encumbrances and agreements of record affecting the subject property, if any, and with no warranty of any kind.

Terms of Sale: A deposit in the form of cashier’s or certified check, or in such other form as the Substitute Trustees may determine, at their sole discretion, for $40,000 at the time of sale. If the noteholder and/or servicer is the successful bidder, the deposit requirement is waived. Balance of the purchase price is to be paid within fifteen (15) days of the final ratification of the sale by the Circuit Court for Worcester Co., Maryland. Interest is to be paid on the unpaid purchase price at the rate of 8% per annum from date of sale to the date the funds are received in the office of the Substitute Trustees, if the property is purchased by an entity other than the noteholder and/or servicer. If payment of the balance does not occur within fifteen days of ratification, the deposit will be forfeited and the property will be resold at the risk and cost of the defaulting purchaser. There will be no abatement of interest due from the purchaser in the event settlement is delayed for any reason.

Taxes, ground rent, water rent, and all other public charges and assessments payable on an annual basis, in-

LEGAL NOTICES 35A

cluding sanitary and/or metropolitan district charges to be adjusted for the current year to the date of sale, and assumed thereafter by the purchaser.

Condominium fees and/or homeowners association dues, if any, shall be assumed by the purchaser from the date of sale. The purchaser shall be responsible for the payment of the ground rent escrow, if required. Cost of all documentary stamps, transfer taxes, and all settlement charges shall be borne by the purchaser. If the Substitute Trustees are unable to convey good and marketable title, the purchaser’s sole remedy in law or equity shall be limited to the refund of the deposit to the purchaser. Upon refund of the deposit, the sale shall be void and of no effect, and the purchaser shall have no further claim against the Substitute Trustees. Purchaser shall be responsible for obtaining physical possession of the property. The purchaser at the foreclosure sale shall assume the risk of loss for the property immediately after the sale. (Matter #2011-10305) Laura H. G. O’Sullivan, Erin M. Brady, Diana C. Theologou, Laura L. Latta, Jonathan Elefant, Laura T. Curry, Benjamin Smith, Chasity Brown, Substitute Trustees ALEX COOPER AUCTS., INC. 908 YORK ROAD, TOWSON, MARYLAND 21204 410-828-4838 OCD-12/12/3t __________________________________ BWW Law Group, LLC 4520 East West Highway Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814 (301) 961-6555 Carrie M. Ward, et al.

4520 East West Highway, Suite 200 Bethesda, MD 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiffs vs.

SUSAN D. MILLER DAVID C. MILLER 6427 Heritage Lane arta 6427 Heritage Road Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C13001215

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 27th day of November, 2013, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings and described as 6427 Heritage Lane, arta 6427 Heritage Road, Berlin, MD 21811, made and reported by the Substitute Trustee, will be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 30th day of December, 2013, provided a copy of this NOTICE be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 23rd day of December, 2013.

The report states the purchase price at the Foreclosure sale to be $640,350.00.

Stephen V. Hales Clerk, Circuit Court for Worcester County, Mary land

36A LEGAL NOTICES

True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County MD OCD-12/5/3t __________________________________ BUONASSISSI, HENNING & LASH, P.C. 1861 WIEHLE AVENUE, SUITE 300 RESTON, VIRGINIA 20190 (703) 796-1341 RICHARD A. LASH Substitute Trustee, et al, Plaintiffs, v.

MICHAEL W. SCHNEIDER, et al.

Defendants.

IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23-C-13-000834

NOTICE Notice is hereby issued this 26th day of November, 2013, that the sale of the property in this case, 9102 Caribbean Drive, Ocean City, MD 21842 reported by Richard A. Lash, Substitute Trustee, be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary be shown on or before the 30th day of December, 2013, provided a copy of this Notice be inserted in The Ocean City Digest, a newspaper published in Worcester County, Maryland, once in each of three (3) successive weeks on or before the 23rd day of December, 2013.

The report states the amount of sale to be $150,000.00.

Stephen V. Hales Clerk True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-12/5/3t __________________________________ DON E. RICHARDSON ESQ 130 E. MAIN STREET SALISBURY, MD 21801

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 15397 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF MADLYN D. MASSEY Notice is given that Philip G. Massey, 8402 Logtown Road, Berlin, MD 21811, was on December 03, 2013 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Madlyn D. Massey who died on November 23, 2013, with a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 3rd day of June, 2014.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the follow-

Legal Notices Ocean City Today

ing dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Philip G. Massey Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: December 12, 2013 OCD-12/12/3t __________________________________ Rosenberg & Associates, LLC 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 (301) 907-8000 File Number: 20921

Diane S. Rosenberg Mark D. Meyer John A. Ansell, III Stephanie Montgomery Kenneth Savitz 7910 Woodmont Avenue, Suite 750 Bethesda, Maryland 20814 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff(s) v.

Shirley A. McCormick 109 Franklin Avenue Berlin, MD 21811-11105 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Case No. 23C13001038

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 4th day of December, 2013, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland, that the sale of 109 Franklin Avenue, Berlin, MD 21811-1105, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 6th day of January, 2014, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 30th day of December, 2013. The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $213,000.00.

Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD

OCD-12/12/3t __________________________________ Law Offices of Jeffrey Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 415 Calverton, Maryland 20705 240-473-5000

Jeffrey Nadel Scott Nadel 4041 Powder Mill Road, Suite 415 Calverton, MD 20705 Substitute Trustees Plaintiff v.

John W. Wood, Sr. 10115 Friendship Road Berlin, MD 21811 Defendant(s) IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, MARYLAND Civil No. 23-C-13-000090

NOTICE Notice is hereby given this 3rd day of December, 2013, by the Circuit Coiurt for Wocester Coiunty, that the sale of the property mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported, will be ratified and confirmed, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before the 6th day of January, 2014, provided a copy of this notice be inserted in a weekly newspaper printed in said County, once in each of three successive weeks before the 30th day of December, 2013.

The Report of Sale states the amount of the foreclosure sale price to be $232,486.18. The property sold herein is known as 10115 Friendship Road, Berlin, MD 21811.

Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court True Copy Test: Stephen V. Hales Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, MD OCD-12/12/3t __________________________________ WORCESTER COUNTY SHORELINE COMMISSION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARINGS Pursuant to the provisions of Sections 3-101 and 3-102 of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Worcester County Shoreline Commission in the meeting room at the Ocean Pines Branch of the Worcester County Library, 11107 Cathell Road, Berlin, Maryland on Thursday, January 2, 2014. The Board members will convene at 1:30 p.m. to discuss administrative matters and may perform on-site viewing of all or some of the following cases.

Thereafter, the members will reconvene at 2:00 p.m. at the library to hear the scheduled cases.

MAJOR CONSTRUCTION MAJOR 1 County Commissioners of Worcester County - Request No. 2014-01 – Request to remove existing boat ramp and piers and replace with a new 15’ x 36’ concrete boat ramp and two 5’ x 61’ parallel piers not to exceed 61 feet channelward. The project is located

DECEMBER 20, 2013

on Shell Mill Road, also known as Tax Map 9, Parcel 162, Shell Mill Landing, Fifth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

MAJOR 2 J. Stacey Hart and Associates, Inc. for McGinty Marine Construction on behalf of Ronald and Barbara Cilwick - Request No. 2014-02 – Request to install one boatlift with associated pilings not to exceed 22 feet channelward. The project is located at 19B East Mallard Drive, also known as Tax Map 21, Parcel 273, Section 14C, Lot 175B, Ocean Pines Community, Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

MAJOR 3 J. Stacey Hart and Associates, Inc. for McGinty Marine Construction on behalf of Kenneth and Tammy Payne - Request No. 2014-03 – Request to install a 3’ x 20’ perpendicular pier not to exceed 20 feet channelward. This project is located at 4 Harlan Trace, also known as Tax Map 16, Parcel 96, Section 14B, Lot 6, Ocean Pines Community, Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

MAJOR 4 J. Stacey Hart and Associates, Inc. for McGinty Marine Construction on behalf of Carl Hess and Jean Fridy Request No. 2014-04 –Request to remove existing pier and platform and replace with a new 6’ x 35’ perpendicular pier with a 10’ x 20’ “T” shaped platform install not to exceed 45 feet channelward. This request also includes the relocation/repair of existing boatlift and installation of two PWC lifts with associated pilings.

This project is located at 6916 Hall Drive, also known as Tax Map 51, Parcel 30, Lot 15, Golf Club Shores, Tenth Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

MAJOR 5 J. Stacey Hart and Associates, Inc. for McGinty Marine Construction on behalf of Brenda Peterson – Request No. 2014-05– Request to install a 6’ x 35’ perpendicular pier to existing platform not to exceed 62 feet channelward. This request also includes the installation of one boatlift and relocation of two PWC lifts with associated pilings. This project is located at 331 Piedmont Court, also known as Tax Map 21, Parcel 68, Section 15B, Lot 16, Ocean Pines Community, Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland.

OCD-12/19/2t __________________________________ REGAN J. R. SMITH ESQ WILLIAMS, MOORE, SHOCKLEY & HARRISON LLP 10441 RACETRACK ROAD, SUITE 2 BERLIN, MD 21811

NOTICE OF APPOINTMENT NOTICE TO CREDITORS NOTICE TO UNKNOWN HEIRS Estate No. 15413 TO ALL PERSONS INTERESTED IN THE ESTATE OF FAYE MARIE KENNEDY Notice is given that Sandra L. Troese, 7801 Atlantic Ave. #007, Ocean City, MD 21842, was on December 13, 2013 appointed Personal Representative of the estate of Faye

Legal Notices Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Marie Kennedy who died on August 25, 2013, without a will.

Further information can be obtained by reviewing the estate file in the office of the Register of Wills or by contacting the personal representative or the attorney.

All persons having any objection to the appointment (or to the probate of the decedent’s will) shall file their objections with the Register of Wills on or before the 13th day of June, 2014.

Any person having a claim against the decedent must present the claim to the undersigned personal representative or file it with the Register of Wills with a copy to the undersigned on or before the earlier of the following dates: (1) Six months from the date of the decedent’s death, except if the decedent died before October 1, 1992, nine months from the date of the decedent’s death; or (2) Two months after the personal representative mails or otherwise delivers to the creditor a copy of this published notice or other written notice, notifying the creditor that the claim will be barred unless the creditor presents the claims within two months from the mailing or other delivery of the notice. A claim not presented or filed on or before that date, or any extension provided by law, is unenforceable thereafter. Claim forms may be obtained from the Register of Wills.

Sandra L. Troese Personal Representative True Test Copy Charlotte K. Cathell Register of Wills Worcester County Room 102 - Court House One W. Market Street Snow Hill, MD 21863-1074 Name of newspaper designated by personal representative: Ocean City Digest Date of publication: December 19, 2013 OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________ JAMES E. CLUBB, JR., ESQ. 108 N. 8TH STREET OCEAN CITY, MARYLAND 21842 SANDY SQUARE COUNCIL OF UNIT OWNERS, INC. c/o Francis A. Korwek, President 1113 Odenton Road Odenton , MD 21113 Plaintiff v.

ROBERT BATEMAN SANDRA JACKY BRIAN BATEMAN et al.

Defendants IN THE CIRCUIT COURT FOR WORCESTER COUNTY STATE OF MARYLAND CASE NO. 23-C-13-1496

NOTICE ORDERED, by the Circuit Court for Worcester County, Maryland this 11th day of December, 2013, that the foreclosure sale of the properties mentioned in these proceedings, made and reported by James E. Clubb, Jr., Trustee, be RATIFIED AND CONFIRMED, unless cause to the contrary thereof be shown on or before

the 13th day of January, 2014 provided a copy of this order be inserted in some weekly newspaper printed in Worcester County, Maryland once in each of three successive weeks, before the 6th day of January, 2014.

The Report of Sale filed in the above case states the amount of the sales to be as indicated below for the referenced time-share intervals: Timeshare Wk 2, #201 Wk 7, #201 Wk 9, #201 Wk 10, #201 Wk 14, #201 Wk 15, #201 Wk 34, #201 Wk 39, #201 Wk 2, #202 Wk 3, #202 Wk 4, #202 Wk 9, #202 Wk 40, #202 Wk 46, #202 Wk 50, #202 Wk 3, #203 Wk 8, #203 Wk 9, #203 Wk 15, #203 Wk 16, #203

Price $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $5,150.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 $50.00 Stephen V. Hales Clerk

True Copy Test: STEPHEN V. HALES Clerk of the Circuit Court Worcester County, Maryland OCD-12/19/3t __________________________________

PLANNING AND ZONING COMMISSION

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING Pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 110, Zoning, of the Code of the Town of Ocean City, Maryland, notice is hereby given that a public hearing will be conducted by the Planning and Zoning Commission in the Council Chambers of City Hall located at 301 Baltimore Avenue in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland on: TUESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2014 At 7:00 pm Pursuant to the provisions of Article II, Section 5, Conditional Uses, a request has been filed under the provisions of Section 110-514, Uses permitted by Conditional Use in the LC-1, Local Commercial District, to permit a portion of the proposed establishment to engage in brewing, similar to other manufacturing and wholesale establishments listed herein. The site of the request is described as an unnumbered lot of the Isle of Wight Plat, further described as located on the west side of Coastal Highway and on the south side of 56th Street, and known locally as 5509 Coastal Highway, in the Town of Ocean City, Maryland.

LEGAL NOTICES 37A

APPLICANT: DONNA SHORES – (FILE #13-16100001)

STAFF/ATTORNEY COMMENTS COMMISSIONER COMMENTS PUBLIC COMMENTS ADJOURNMENT Applicants or their representatives are required to be present at their PUBLIC HEARING/SITE PLAN/RESUBDIVISION/APPOINTMENT reviews.

OCD-12/19/2t __________________________________

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING REGARDING AMENDMENT TO COUNTY ROADS INVENTORY WORCESTER COUNTY Notice is hereby given pursuant to Section 1-204 of the Public Works Article of the Code of Public Local Laws of Worcester County, Maryland that the County Commissioners of Worcester County will hold a Public Hearing on January 21, 2014 at 10:20 a.m. in the County Commissioners’ Meeting Room, Room 1101 Government Center One West Market Street, Snow Hill, Maryland 21863 The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comment on the proposed inclusion into the Inventory of County Roads of the following public roads, all of which are located on the west side of Racetrack Road (Maryland Route 589), west of Ocean Pines, in the Third Tax District of Worcester County, Maryland as shown on Worcester County Tax Map 21 as Parcels 61, 62, 93 and 144 and known as the Pennington Commons residential subdivision: 1. Pennington Place being approximately 0.21 mile in length; and 2. Emory Drive being approximately 0.15 mile in length; and 3. Commons Drive being approxi-

mately 0.10 mile in length; and 4. Manklin Creek Road being approximately 0.03 mile in length.

Copies of the plat for the above referenced roads are filed with the Department of Public Works - Roads Division, 6113 Timmons Road, Snow Hill, Maryland and are available during regular business hours (Monday through Friday, 7:30 AM - 4:00 PM, except holidays) for inspection. The public is invited to attend the hearing and make comment.

WORCESTER COUNTY COMMISSIONERS OCD-12/19/4t __________________________________

NOTICE OF HOLDERS OF 7 DAY CLASS “B”, “C”, AND “D” ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE LICENSES ISSUED BY WORCESTER COUNTY Pursuant to Article 2B, Section 11402 of the Annotated Code of Maryland, the Board of License Commissioners for Worcester County has determined that all premises holding 7 Day Class “B”, “C”, and “D” alcoholic beverage licenses shall be permitted to sell alcoholic beverages for ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION ONLY until 4:00 a.m. on January 1, 2014.

This notice shall not be construed as enlarging or broadening any other privilege conferred under said license except the two (2) additional hours of sale for ON PREMISES CONSUMPTION ON NEW YEAR’S EVE. BOARD OF LICENSE COMMISSIONERS FOR WORCESTER COUNTY, William E. Esham, Jr., Chairman R. Charles Nichols, Member Marc L. Scher ********************** April R. Payne, License Administrator OCD-12/12/3t __________________________________

OCEAN CITY TODAY

Legal Advertising Call TERRY BURRIER 410-723-6397 Fax: 410-723-6511 or E-mail: legals@oceancitytoday.net DEADLINE: MONDAY,5 P.M.

Ocean City Today

SPORTS www.oceancitytoday.net

PAGE 38A

DECEMBER 20, 2013

SD Lady Seahawks finish 2nd among conference schools

Decatur wrestling team places 4th at Classic, Dec. 13-14

LISA CAPITELLI ■ Managing Editor

LISA CAPITELLI ■ Managing Editor

(Dec. 20, 2013) The Stephen Decatur girls’ indoor track team finished second among the Bayside Conference schools and third overall out of 20 squads competing in the Dec. 11 meet at the Worcester County Recreation Center in Snow Hill.

“We did a little better this week than we did Coach Stigler the first meet (Dec. 6),” said Decatur Coach Jody Stigler. “We were close to Kent Island. I can see the places where we didn’t score points, where I think we will. It’s just a matter of us putting everything together.”

Kent Island, a Bayside Conference school, won the girls’ competition with 71 points. Caesar Rodney of Delaware, took second with 59.75 points and Decatur scored 55.75 to finish in third place.

“We either had good performances in events or we’re not getting any points at all,” Stigler said. “There were six places we could have scored points, but we didn’t.

With 20 teams, sometimes points are hard to come by.”

Decatur senior Layla Fowler won the 500-meter race. She crossed the finish line in 1:24.38.

Kacie Moore, a senior, earned first place in the pole vault event. She vaulted 8 feet. Senior Katie Collins’ pole vault of 7 feet 6 inches scored her second-place accolades.

Freshman Jillian Mitrecic pole vaulted 7 feet to tie for fourth place with Caesar Rodney’s Tyranae Haupt and Appoquinimink’s Kayla Lynch. Each athlete earned 1.75 points for their respective teams.

“We scored [nearly] 20 points in the pole vault. I think that will be a strong event for us,” Stigler said. Moore received 10 points for first place and Collins earned eight for second.

Freshman Christina Romano ran to a third-place finish in the 300-meter race (46.15 seconds). She came in fourth in the high jump (4 feet 6 inches).

Fowler, sophomore Alison Alvarado and juniors Jenna Leitgeb and Lauren Bodolus competed in the 3,200-meter relay race, where they took third (11:22.6).

Romano joined Fowler, Leitgeb and Bodolus for the 1,600-meter competition.

The girls completed the race in 4:33.8, good for second place.

Caesar Rodney won the overall boys’ competition with 71 points. Decatur fin-

(Dec. 20, 2013) The Stephen Decatur wrestling team finished fourth overall out of 28 teams from Maryland, Delaware, Pennsylvania and Virginia participating in the Glenn Jones Charger Classic, Dec. 13-14, hosted by Lackey High School in Indian Head, Md. Eight Seahawks placed in the top eight in their respective weight classes.

“We did very well and it will just help to get two guys that are hurt back into our line-up,” said Decatur Coach Todd Martinek. Senior Marwan Saleh (sprained knee) and junior Joseph Rodriguez (bruised hip) missed last weekend’s tournament due to injuries.

“We did not have our best line-up, but we really looked good. Even the back-ups that were filling in made it until Saturday. Nobody was eliminated Friday night,” Martinek said.

Decatur Freshman Andy McKahan (113) and seniors Nick Bennett (152) and Ethan Eibl (220) finished second in their divisions.

Martinek commended Eibl’s performance during the Classic.

“Ethan Eibl did not place at the War on the Shore (Dec. 6-7 in Salisbury) and came :01 from winning the [Glenn Jones Charger Classic],” Martinek said. “He was tied 2-2 and was taken down at the final buzzer (in the championship match). He also had a big pin in the semifinals.”

Eibl pinned North Point’s Justin Onweubu-Guy 56 seconds into the semifinal match. He lost 4-2 to Chantilly’s Brian Kim in the final round.

Senior Caleb Massey earned fifthplace honors in the heavyweight 285pound division, and freshman Robert Kaminski took sixth in the 106-pound weight class.

Senior captain Andrew Borradaile placed fifth at 160 pounds.

Seniors Jared King (170) and T.J Scafone (120), a team captain, both finished eighth in their divisions.

Mount St. Joseph won the tournament with 216.5 points. Lake Braddock scored 182 points, good for second place. Archbishop Spalding and Decatur tallied 153 and 146 points, respectively, to finish in third and fourth place.

Decatur’s next competition is the Iron Horse Duals, Jan. 3-4, after Christmas break.

See PHILLIPS on Page 40A

OCEAN CITY TODAY/LISA CAPITELLI

Guarded by two Easton players, Stephen Decatur sophomore Dayona Godwin drives to the basket during Monday’s game. She scored 33 points and had 10 rebounds in Decatur’s 55-37 win.

Godwin confident in her skills as well as teammates’ abilities Sophomore has led Lady Seahawks, racking up 124 points in five games LISA CAPITELLI ■ Managing Editor (Dec. 20, 2013) Dayona Godwin is just a 15-year-old sophomore at Stephen Decatur, but she competes like a seasoned varsity athlete on the basketball court.

Godwin, who has been playing since she was 4 years old, said she doesn’t feel pressure to score, she is just confident.

“I’m just a confident person,” she said. “If we’re running our plays and I see the shot clock is going down, I go to the basket and try to draw the foul or [make] the lay-up.”

Godwin has been successful because of hard work and dedication, she said.

In the Decatur basketball team’s last two games, Godwin scored 62 of the Lady Seahawks’ 121 points. In the five regular-season games played so far, she has 124 points.

“Dayona is a competitor. She wants to win,” Decatur Coach Amy Fenzel-Mer-

gott said after Monday’s game against the Easton Warriors. Decatur won 55-37.

Godwin scored 33 points and had 10 rebounds.

“Even though she had 33 points, there’s so many time she could have taken a shot but she passed it. That’s really her favorite thing to do, to pass and get an assist,” Fenzel-Mergott said.

“She’s somebody that if the offense isn’t working then she’s going to drive…She’s taking it to the hole and creating offense and she’s causing the other team to get into foul trouble because they’re fouling her. [Monday] scoring seemed lopsided, but she believes in the other kids that they can score. We just had an off night.”

Easton led 14-11 at the end of the first quarter in Berlin. Decatur pulled ahead in the second quarter to go into the halftime break on top 31-28. Godwin had nine of Decatur’s 11 first-quarter points and 15 of the Seahawks’ 20 second-quarter points.

“We weren’t playing intense defense.

When you’re intense on defense you’re intense on offense, and our shots weren’t falling and that was kind of setting the tone,” Fenzel-Mergott said.

See DAYONA on Page 39A

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Ocean City Today

SPORTS 39A

‘Dayona is a competitor. She wants to win,’ Fenzel-Mergott says The home team’s level of play picked up in the second half and as that happened, it took the wind out of Easton’s sails. Decatur outscored Easton 11-4 in the third to increase its advantage 42-32.

The Seahawks jumped in front 48-32 with six minutes to play. As the quarter went on, the Warriors fouled the Seahawks to stop the clock, hoping to cut the lead, but the visiting team was unsuccessful.

“The second half we took advantage of our press. We would get steals then we

Continued from Page 38A

would get lay-ups off them,” Fenzel-Mergott said. “As we got a bigger lead we got more confident, but we didn’t play a complete game. We would get a lead and then do some dumb things…and they’d be right back in it and we couldn’t put them away.”

Fenzel-Mergott said the Seahawks also struggled from the free-throw line Monday. The squad went 20-for-41 (49 percent) from the line.

“A lot of that was us not in a rhythm.

We just couldn’t get into a rhythm on offense,” she said. “The second half our

shots started falling, and also, we had some foul issues and that got us out of our rhythm.”

Godwin led Decatur with 33 points.

Senior captain Erin Florek and junior Jillian Petito chipped in with six apiece.

Last Friday against the Wi-Hi Indians in Salisbury, Godwin netted 29 of the squad’s 66 points. She was 17-for-20 (85 percent) from the free-throw line and pulled down seven rebounds. Decatur was ahead 13-9 at the end of the first quarter and 29-18 at halftime. The Seahawks had a big third quarter, scoring 27

points to the Indian’s six. Decatur was victorious 66-30.

Junior Payton VanKirk contributed to the win with eight points and seven rebounds. Allison Beck, a junior, had four points and 10 steals.

“The girls played a great team game on Friday,” Fenzel-Mergott said. “We were slow to start and we weren’t capitalizing off steals, then in the second half we really came alive.”

Decatur is set to battle the Pocomoke Warriors, today, Friday, at 6:30 p.m. in Pocomoke.

Ocean City Today

40A SPORTS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Mallards’ strong on defense, becoming more confident on offense LISA CAPITELLI Managing Editor (Dec. 20, 2013) A number of squads the Worcester Prep girls’ basketball team has faced this season have struggled to penetrate the Lady Mallards’ defense and score.

As their defensive play remains aggressive and unwavering, the Mallards’ offense has improved as the girls become more self-assured.

“Our defense is pretty good every game, but our offense lately has been better. We’ve been working a lot on fundamentals and our offense,” said Prep Coach Simona Holland. “I think it’s more about them being confident.

They’re really aggressive (on defense), but then they were always afraid of being on offense, that they couldn’t score. Now, they finally realize they can score and it’s not just about defense.”

Last Friday in Greenwood, Del., the Prep team scored 20 points in the first quarter and held the Greenwood Mennonite Flames to six. Worcester tacked on 10 points in the second quarter, while limiting Greenwood to five to lead 30-11 at halftime.

The visiting Mallards outscored the Flames 20-6 in the third quarter and went on to win the game 57-20.

“The girls did a great job on offense.

They work really well together, passing

and finding each other on the court,” Holland said. “I think that will help them win right now, and they really want to win. I want to thank the girls for working so hard.”

Junior Sophie Brennan and senior Frankie Willing netted 14 points each for Worcester. Senior captain Kristen Shriver chipped in with six points.

On Monday, the Mallards held the Holly Grove Eagles to single-digit scoring, winning the game in Berlin 50-8.

“They were really aggressive. They did pretty good on defense and they scored a lot of points, too,” Holland said.

“Most of the girls scored. We’ve been trying to have everybody score every game or as many as we can.”

Ten players out of 13 on Holland’s roster scored. Leading the charge was Brennan, with 16 points. Shriver had 12.

The Mallards came out ready to play Monday. They put 20 points on the board in the opening quarter and held the Eagles to four. The Prep team added eight points to its total in the second quarter to go into the halftime break with a 28-4 advantage. After three quarters, Worcester enjoyed a commanding 42-5 lead. They won the competition 508.

The Mallards will return to the court after Christmas break, on Jan. 8, when they will play the Salisbury School Dragons at 4 p.m. in Berlin.

OCEAN CITY TODAY/LISA CAPITELLI

Worcester Prep senior captain Kristen Shriver makes a lay-up during Monday’s game against Holly Grove. Shriver scored 12 points in Worcester’s 50-8 victory.

Phillips takes 2nd in hurdles event ished in 12th place with 15 points.

“The boys did a little better than last week, but there are too many places we’re not scoring points,” Stigler said. “They’ve got to understand every event and every place you can score points is important.”

Senior James Phillips was the top placer for Decatur. He was runner-up in Continued from Page 38A

Large Pizzaa & a Pitch Pitcher er Larrge Pizz P $ 50 (domestic beer or soda)

only

17

our Mak ke Grotto Pizza part of yyour o Win i ter F Festival estival of Lights trraadition!

the 55-meter high hurdles event (8.5 seconds).

The Decatur boys’ 1,600-meter relay team of juniors Jackson Mumford, Ruben Ortega and Parker Harrington and senior James Davidson finished in fourth place (3:54.9).

The next indoor track meet is Wednesday, Jan. 8, after the holiday break.

DeLIGHTful Designs for your home

Select Lighting, Art and Decor on Sale now.

Ocean City | 125th & Coastal Highway 1 block away from Northside Park Open Thursday – Monday Offer valid at our Ocean City City,, MD location only only.. Cer Certain tain restrictions may apply apply..

Rt. 113 Millsboro, DE • Monday - Friday 9 - 5 • Saturday 9 - 3

410.250.1234 | GrottoPizza.com |

302.934.8885 • 800.642.1120 • www.denneylightingdesign.com

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Ocean City Today

SPORTS 41A

Mallards successful over Flames and Eagles Prep boys’ squad plays ‘best basketball’ of season Mon. against Holly Grove LISA CAPITELLI Managing Editor (Dec. 20, 2013) The Worcester Prep boys’ basketball team’s tight defense was a key contributor in the Mallards’ 52-42 on-the-road victory over the Greenwood Mennonite Flames last Friday.

“I thought our defense was good. Our man-to-man is pretty strong right now,” said Prep Coach Keith Geiger. “They had a player, Aaron Aycoth, who could just shoot the lights out. Even with the emphasis and attention paid to him by our defense, he still managed to put up 20 points.”

The visiting Mallards led 17-7 at the end of the first quarter. By the halftime break, the Prep squad had pulled ahead, 26-15 in Greenwood, Del. Worcester outscored Greenwood 188 in the third quarter.

“Offensively, we had a tough time getting into a rhythm. They had a small gym, so it was harder to execute our transition game,” Geiger said. “They also played a box-in-1, and a triangle-in-2 which disrupted us at times. But, I was very happy with our team overall.”

Sophomore Wyatt Richins led the Mallards with 10 points. Senior captain

Matt Reilly, freshman Tate Shockley, and senior Jack Marshall scored nine points apiece.

Reilly got things rolling for Worcester Monday night in Berlin, sinking one of two free throws 15 seconds into the game against the Holly Grove Eagles.

Baskets were traded in the opening quarter and at the end of one, the Mallards held a 13-11 lead over the Eagles.

Holly Grove tied the score 13-13, but it was the last basket the squad would make in the second quarter. The home team went on a 13-0 run to go into the break on top, 26-13.

After three quarters, the Prep squad led, 47-24. The Mallards scored 20 points in the fourth to win the game 6732.

“From about midway through the second quarter on, I thought we played our best basketball all season. We were running well, when given the opportunity, and when we were forced to work our half-court offense, we did a great job,” Geiger said. “I wanted the players to gain some confidence in our halfcourt offense. We tend to run, and if that’s taken away, we need to still be able to get good, high-percentage shots.

When the offense is run correctly, as it was [Monday] night, good things happen.”

Reilly was Worcester’s top producer with 23 points and 10 rebounds. Senior captain Ryan Nally chipped in with 16 points and sophomore Charlie Pritchard

netted nine points.

“I wanted Matt to have as many touches as possible. That was a point of emphasis before the game, and it worked out,” Geiger said. “He has great post moves, great footwork, a great shot from anywhere on the court. I thought that he works hard on defense [and] rebounding. We, as a team, need to reward him with touches. It’s good for him and good for the team.”

Geiger said all of the Mallards played well Monday, which he thinks is a confidence booster.

Freshman Owen Nally, Pritchard and junior Erik Zorn “all came in off the bench and played the best basketball of the year,” Geiger said.

The Mallards’ next scheduled competition is Jan. 7 against the Chincoteague Ponies at 5:30 p.m. in Berlin.

Decatur girls’ team first in nine of 11 events, boys win 8 LISA CAPITELLI Managing Editor (Dec. 20, 2013) The Stephen Decatur boys’ and girls’ swim teams dominated their competition, the Kent County Trojans, in the pool at Washington College on Tuesday.

The Decatur boys’ squad outscored Kent County, 102-63. The Seahawks won eight of the 11 races.

Scoring victories for the Berlin squad was senior Tate Socha (200-yard freestyle, 2:22.26; 100-yard butterfly, 1:10.21), junior Chris Poole (50-yard freestyle, 24.65 seconds) and senior cap-

Sign Up Today!

See SWIMMERS on Page 42A

cean City O t i e s o !

L

2014 Change-Your-Body Contest Life has no remote control.

Get up and change it yourself.

12 Weeks, Big Difference, BIGGER PRIZES! Top Prize: 2 tickets for the Super Bowl 2015

Transform your Body in just 12 Weeks Lose inches, weight and change your lifestyle!

Gold Coast Gym

OCEAN CITY TODAY/LISA CAPITELLI

Worcester Prep senior captain Matt Reilly goes to the basket with authority during Monday’s game against Holly Grove in Berlin. Reilly had 23 points and 10 rebounds in the 67-32 win.

Gold Coast Mall 115th St. • Ocean City, MD

Ocean City Today

42A SPORTS

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Decatur basketball squad’s motto this year is ‘keep climbing’ ‘As the season goes on, we’ll keep getting better,’ Johnson says of Seahawks LISA CAPITELLI Managing Editor

MISSING CAT

OCEAN CITY TODAY/LISA CAPITELLI

Stephen Decatur senior P.J. Copes shoots over a Wi-Hi player during last Friday’s game in Berlin.

Decatur struggled at the foul line, which proved to be a factor in its 68-65 loss.

$500 REWARD

Stoli, a large, 17 pound, brown, spotted, 4 year old, Bengal cat found a forever home on 94th Street & Rusty Anchor.

He wandered off during the storm on Saturday afternoon.

Please call with his location so that we can come and retrieve him.

He needs his medicine.

443-859-5437 302-344-1831

(Dec. 20, 2013) Free-throw shooting was a major factor in the Stephen Decatur boys’ basketball team’s 68-65 loss to the Wi-Hi Indians last Friday in Berlin.

“We were 10-for-25 from the foul line.

That’s 40 percent. We lose by three points. That’s the game right there,” said Decatur Coach Byron “BJ” Johnson.

“You’re not going to beat many teams shooting like that.”

Wi-Hi led 23-20 at the end of the first quarter. Baskets were traded in the second quarter, with Decatur sinking the final one with two seconds on the clock.

Sophomore point guard Torrey Brittingham scored to give the Seahawks a 4037 advantage at halftime.

The Indians regained the lead in the third quarter and remained on top, starting the fourth ahead 55-48.

Decatur chipped away at Wi-Hi’s lead, pulling to within one (57-56) with about five minutes left in the game.

At the 2:17 mark, sophomore Keyon Eley scored to tie the game 61-61.

The Indians held a slight lead in the final minute, but the Seahawks had opportunities to pull ahead. In the final 1:45, Decatur went 4-for-10 from the foul line.

“We didn’t play with a lot of energy.

They beat us to every 50/50 ball,” Johnson said.

Eley was Decatur’s scoring leader with 17 points. Senior captain Tyler

Hunter has 14 points and 13 rebounds.

Junior Colen Gaynor grabbed eight rebounds and blocked five shots.

Decatur had a better performance on Monday against the Easton Warriors.

The visiting Seahawks outscored the Warriors 20-7 in the opening quarter. At the halftime break, Decatur led 38-20.

“The first half was the best basketball we’ve played all year,” Johnson said. “If you can put four quarters together like that, we’ll win a lot of games.”

Unfortunately, Johnson said the Seahawks’ intensity dropped in the second half and they turned the ball over several times, but the team never fell behind.

Easton netted 16 points in the third quarter, while Decatur tallied 14. In the final quarter, the Warriors tacked on 19 points and the Seahawks scored 10. Decatur won 62-55.

The Berlin squad did shoot better from the foul line compared to Friday.

The Seahawks sank 21 of 26 shots on Monday (80 percent).

“We were strong [Monday] from the line. We were mentally tough,” Johnson said.

Brittingham spent the most time at the free-throw line. He hit 12 of 14 shots.

Brittingham finished the game with 14 points. Gaynor chipped in with 12 points and seven rebounds. Hunter had 11 points and 10 rebounds. Junior Randy DuPont and Eley tallied 11 and 10 points, respectively.

“Our motto is ‘keep climbing.’ As the season goes on, we’ll keep getting better,” Johnson said. “It was a good road win for us.”

Decatur will take a trip to Pocomoke to battle the Warriors, today, Friday, at 5 p.m.

Swimmers perform well in meet tain Collin Bankert (100-yard breaststroke, 1:14.64; 100-yard freestyle, 55.77 seconds).

Bankert, Poole, senior Cory Campbell and junior Dalton Warren out-swam their competition in the 200-yard medley relay (1:57.59). The foursome earned first-place honors in the 200-yard freestyle relay race (1:43.36).

Senior Michael Lott and junior Matt Krall joined Socha and Campbell for the 400-yard freestyle relay event. The boys won in 4:12.83.

“Everybody swam well. They showed a lot of improvement from the first meet (Dec. 5),” said Decatur Coach Damien Sanzotti. “There were not as many DQs. Strokes were better and times improved, but we still have a long way to go to reach our goal of a regional title.”

The Lady Seahawks topped the Trojans 120-48. Decatur won nine of the 11 races.

The Berlin team swept the 50- and 100-yard freestyle events and the 100yard butterfly race.

Earning first place in their competitions was sophomore Marley Rakow (50-yard

Continued from Page 41A

freestyle, 28.19 seconds) and juniors Molly Wooten (100-yard butterfly, 1:16.74; 500yard freestyle, 6:22.42), Carly Deickman (100-yard freestyle, 1:05; 100-yard breaststroke, 1:14.64) and captain Maria Zweifel (100-yard backstroke, 1:18.47).

Wooten, Deickman, Rakow and Zweifel won the 200-yard medley relay race (2:13.34).

Sophomore Zainab Mirza, juniors Rachel Bourne and Doria McCloskey and freshman Holly Adelhardt outswam their opposition in the 200-yard freestyle relay race (2:02.93).

Juniors Hannah Wilson and Katie Bear, senior Ami Oliver and Mirza scored a victory in the 400-yard freestyle relay race (4:48.4).

“The girls did very well. They all seemed very excited and they were even more excited after they saw their times,” said Decatur Coach Joe Keefe. “They’re all dropping times, but there is still room for improvement.”

Decatur’s next meet is scheduled after the Christmas break, on Jan. 9, against the Queen Anne’s Lions at the Pocomoke YMCA.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Sunday Dec. 22

Miami @ Buffalo New Orleans @ Carolina Minnesota @ Cincinnati Denver @ Houston Tennessee @ Jacksonville Indianapolis @ Kansas City Dallas @ Washington Cleveland @ NY Jets Tampa Bay @ St. Louis Arizona @ Seattle NY Giants @ Detroit New England @ Baltimore Oakland @ San Diego Pittsburgh @ Green Bay Chicago @ Philadelphia

Monday Dec. 23

Atlanta @ San Francisco

Last Week Scores –

CHARGERS 27/BRONCOS 20 REDSKINS 26/FALCONS 27 49ERS 33/BUCCANEERS 14 SEAHAWKS 23/NY GIANTS 0 EAGLES 30/VIKINGS 48 PATRIOTS 20/DOLPHINS 24

BILLS 27/JAGUARS 20 TEXANS 3/COLTS 25 BEARS 38/BROWNS 31 CHIEFS 56/RAIDERS 31 JETS 20/PANTHERS 30 PACKERS 37/COWBOYS 36

Time

1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 1:00 PM 4:05 PM 4:05 PM 4:25 PM 4:25 PM 4:25 PM 4:25 PM

Time

8:40PM

Week 15

CARDINALS 37/TITANS 34 SAINTS 16/RAMS 27 BENGALS 20/STEELERS 30 RAVENS 18/ LIONS 16

WINTER FOOTBALL

SPORTS 43A

SPECIALS

SARANAC CARAMEL PORTER 6PK BOTTLES

$6.99

SAM ADAMS WHITE CHRISTMAS 6PK BOTTLES

$8.79

Bud, Bud Light, Coors Light and Miller Lite 30PKS

$19.99

NATURAL LIGHT 30PKS

$14.89

HEINEKEN 12 PACK BOTTLES

$14.79

!!CHECK US OUT ON FACEBOOK!!

WWW.FACEBOOK.COM/LOCALSBEERANDWINE

443-664-6788

RT. 50 at Jerry Mack Rd. Just West of Herring Creek Bridge 9939 Jerry Mack Rd. Ocean City, MD 21842

NFL GAME SPECIALS $2.00 16oz Miller Lite & Coors Lite Drafts $2.00 Rail Drinks (Some Restrictions Apply) Happy Hour Food Specials & More • Wings • 1/2 lb Steamed Shrimp • Steamed Clams • Mussels & More (Bar & Pub Areas Only) During All Live NFL Games

Your ports S l a t s a Co arters Headqu

Not valid w/ other discounts or sales. Thru 12/20/13

Ocean City Today

OPINION www.oceancitytoday.net

PAGE 44A

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Bringing in consultant good strategic move

The Ocean City Council this week approved a bid request that says a great deal about what the resort really wants to do with itself in terms of tourism dollars and strategic planning.

The language reads that the project “will encompass interviewing key Ocean City tourism stakeholders, evaluating Ocean City tourism assets and conducting a market analysis to incorporate into a strategic plan that will serve as the blueprint for Ocean City’s tourism marketing, identifying target and niche markets and priorities for FY 2015-2020.”

That’s a lot of language that results in the reaction: “It’s about time.”

Perhaps Council secretary Mary Knight said it best when she commented that she’d really “like to see something to the effect of the importance of events and some type of measurement (for them).”

We couldn’t agree more.

Look, there’s never a time that’s necessarily better than the next. But the city deserves to have the ability to create out-of-the-box benchmarks that will indicate if it is moving in the right direction.

Goodness knows, there’s plenty of competition out there, and the use of social media isn’t always leading vacationers to Ocean City. It can’t just be a given that Ocean City is going to be a de facto vacation spot. The city needs to know how to reach new people, what is on the minds of the business and tourism community, and how it moves forward.

We would rather have more tourists’ footprints on the sand instead of sticking our collective heads in that same sand.

Ocean City Today P.O. Box 3500, Ocean City, Md. 21843 Phone: 410-723-6397 / Fax: 410-723-6511.

EDITOR .................................................... Phil Jacobs MANAGING EDITOR ............................ Lisa Capitelli STAFF WRITERS.......... Nancy Powell, Zack Hoopes STAFF WRITER/COPY EDITOR.......... Clara Vaughn ACCOUNT MANAGERS ...................... Mary Cooper, ................................................................Shelby Shea ADVERTISING ASSISTANT ................ Megan Elkins CLASSIFIEDS/LEGALS MANAGER .... Terry Burrier DIGITAL MEDIA SALES........................ Jacob Cohen SENIOR DESIGNER .............................. Susan Parks GRAPHIC ARTISTS .......... Kelly Brown, Kaitlin Sowa .................................................................. Debbie Haas PUBLISHER .................................... Stewart Dobson ASSISTANT PUBLISHER ...................... Elaine Brady COMPTROLLER .............................. Christine Brown ADMIN. ASSISTANT .................................. Gini Tufts Ocean City Today is published weekly by FLAG Publications, Inc. at 8200 Coastal Highway, Ocean City, Md. 21842.

Ocean City Today is available by subscription at $150 a year.

Visit us on the Web at www.oceancitytoday.net.

EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK

My mega message from Tuesday’s lottery PHIL JACOBS ■ Editor Okay I need to admit something.

Come clean.

Spill it out.

Last year when the Question 7 ballot question to legalize gambling table games in the state, I upped the ante of argumentation calling for all of us to vote against them.

I truly believed that the people who were Phil Jacobs going to be spending money at the casinos were just the people who couldn’t afford to be in casinos.

Many of us have friends who are addicted to gambling and whose lives and the lives of their families have been deeply affected. I actually do have a friend named Mark whose gambling ills led him to sell his house, take the profits from the house sale and bet it in a New Jersey casino at the craps table.

Mark lost it all. Fortunately he went into a 12-Step Gamblers Anonymous meeting and worked his recovery successfully.

Okay, okay, all that said.

I remember my late father telling me that as soon as gambling becomes part of a way for a jurisdiction to make money, it was the first bad sign of a community’s demise.

Two examples.

I lived in Detroit when the casinos opened. They were not supposed to solve every problem that the city had. But they were going to help the economy in some positive way. Check the news lately? Detroit is in horrible financial trouble.

Before Detroit.

When Atlantic City first opened its first casinos, my former college roommate was a blackjack dealer and then a craps dealer. He invited me to spend a few days with him. Inside the casinos, all was shiny and full of glitter. I spent the days people watching. Mostly what I can remember is a person holding more money in his hands then I earned in a year and then losing that money at the roulette wheel.

While I would have gone pale, this man was expressionless.

Fast forward.

As a fundraiser for my children’s school, I would drive from Detroit 26 miles south to Windsor, Ontario where a bingo hall

donated part of the day’s earnings to our school. We just had to work the games from early in the afternoon until late at night.

Again, I watched people come in and set up “shop.” They’d purchase several bingo cards. Many of them brought good luck charms, photos of Jesus, Elvis and a grandchild or two. I wondered sometimes as I was selling bingo special tickets faster than I could keep in my hands. Many of these people just didn’t look like they had the money to be throwing away at a bingo hall for that rare chance to be a winner. But what were we going to do with the profits that night? Give them over to a religious school.

So here’s my real hypocritical self coming through and I admit it.

While I was publicly against the table games and the like, and campaigned against Question 7, where was I Tuesday this week in the afternoon in Ocean City?

At the local Royal Farms buying $20 of Mega Millions lottery tickets. The jackpot was over $600 million.

I spent the day dividing and planning the funds, which charity, what relatives and friends would I share this with? Should I keep it private or let the world See AGAINST on Page 45A

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

By Stewart Dobson

With the year winding down, now is as good a time as any to address several things I’ve been thinking about lately.

For instance, when there is bad weather, educational institutions will open late and the weather bulletin will read, “two-hour delay, Head Start.” My question is how can it be a Head Start if it’s two hours late?

*** Why is everyone so surprised that Duck Dynasty dad Phil Robertson issued an anti-gay comment in a recent interview. I mean, the guy makes duck calls for a living, not draperies.

*** The rules against sexual harassment have gone too far when a six-year-old Colorado boy is suspended from school for kissing a girl on the hand. He also was charged with sexual harassment and that, as school policies are everywhere, WILL GO ON HIS PERMANENT RECORD. All I can say is it’s a good thing the rules are different from what they were

when I was kid. Otherwise, my brother would still be doing time.

His problem was that he had gotten out of his desk in the second grade to retrieve something from the storage department under the seat.

Having done so, he began to stand just as one of his girl classmates was passing by, causing him to pop up right under her skirt. Assorted yips and yipes ensued from both parties.

He was admonished, but not disciplined, as it was evident that there will be times when two ships pass in the night that one of them will run aground.

*** Guys in general have a more practical approach to things, I discovered this week, when I was about to leave the house in the freshly cleaned suit I intended to wear to an after-work event.

Just as I got to the door, however, I was advised that I had spilled something on my trousers in a less than optimum location.

“You’re going to have to change,” my wife said.”

“Can’t,” I replied. “I’m running late.

Gotta go.”

“You’d better change, otherwise people will see that spot and think … you know.”

“No problem. I’ll just keep my coat buttoned all day, go to the event, spill wine on myself early on in that less than optimum location and say, “Oh #$%^&, I spilled wine on myself. See? Problem solved.”

“Gee,” she answered, “Why can’t I think like a man? Life would be so much easier.”

DINOSAURS! PLAYING WITH

Y DA -6pm S m MA• 11a T S RI H ST H T F C 136 L & O E G 68TH E FR OOR D

IN

Have a Ball at Ocean City’s Greatest Party Place!

68th Street

136th Street

UnderSea-Indoor/Dinosaur

Safari Village & Arcade-Indoor Caribbean Pirate

DISCOUNTED –20 GAME CARD– GREAT STOCKING STUFFER

Against ballot Question 7, but still in Mega Millions queue know? What foundations would I help set up. A new wing for Diakonia?

So along came 11 p.m. and there on the nightly news I learned that I managed to match one number three times on my tickets. That was it.

I called my wife and told her not to resign yet.

It was a gamble with the odds so stacked against me.

Yeah, but everyone else was buying tickets and I didn’t want to be left out.

Just next time I get up and start talking about table games, somebody just hold a lottery ticket up for me to see.

I’ll get the message.

You can bet on that.

Editor, Residents and guests of Fenwick Island and the surrounding communities braved unseasonably cold temperatures on Thanksgiving morning for the 6th Annual Fenwick Island Turkey Trot. Each year, the event gets bigger and better thanks to the efforts of many and I hope to adequately send my thanks in this letter.

The Turkey Trot is first and foremost a fundraiser. This year, we chose

to support the Delaware SPCA. The Delaware SPCA is a “no-kill” shelter that is completely funded by donations, and I was thrilled so many good people rallied to help such a great organization. In all, we raised just shy of $4,000.

Many generous sponsors provided incredible support. Most sincere appreciation to: Gold level sponsors: My thanks to the 384 trotters (and 40 dogs) who came to the Trot and donated items from the SPCA wish list.

We gathered a truckload of items.

Continued on Page 46A

WWW.OLDPROGOLF.COM

We Know

Beautiful Showroom Huge Selection Knowledgeable Sales Professionals Free No Obligation Price Estimates

READERS’ FORUM

Fenwick Turkey Trot participants thanked

FOR MORE FUN PHOTOS AND TO BLOG

F L OO RS

EDITOR’S NOTEBOOK

Continued from Page 44A

OPINION 45A

• Offers a superior level of care & health benefits.

• Minimizes allergens, dust, mold, and odors.

• Encourages better air quality in your home.

The Prescription For a Healthier Home

HOMEWORKS HARDWOOD

CARPET

LAMINATE

TILE

• Hypo-allergenic and 100% recyclable antimicrobial premium carpet cushion.

• Provides genuine benefits for Allergy Sufferers.

VINYL

AND MORE

85th & Coastal Highway, Ocean City, MD 21842 • (410) 524-5454 Open 7 Days a Week • Mon. thru Thur. 9 til 5 • Fri. & Sat. 9 til 6 • Sun. 10 til 4

Flooring Only: Hickman’s Beach Plaza Est, Rt. 1 Bethany Beach, DE 19930 (302) 537-5300 • Open 7 Days a Week • Mon. thru Sat 9 til 5 • Sun 10 til 4

For FREE Measure and Financing Pre-Approval Visit www.homeworkscarpetone.com • No Sales Tax on Installations in Delaware

Ocean City Today

46A OPINION

DECEMBER 20, 2013

READERSâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; FORUM Thanks also to everyone who bought a commemorative T-shirt.

Special thanks to Pottery Place Perks Cafe for the post-event hospitality and to Coastal Kayak for their dog treat donation and prizes for the overall male and female finishers. â&#x20AC;&#x153;The Delaware SPCA would like to thank Hip AHA, the sponsors and participants of the 2013 Turkey Trot.

We are a non-profit organization that relies solely on donations to care for our animals and events such as this help us tremendously. The money raised and items donated will help enrich the lives of the homeless animals in our care.â&#x20AC;? from Joanne Murphy, Volunteer and Development Coordinator.

It is my pleasure to thanks everyone involved for making the 6th Annual

Continued from Page 45A

Fenwick Island Turkey Trot a success.

Lori Martin Fenwick Island, Del.

Religious displays just part of festâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s exhibit Editor, The Winterfest of Lights, an annual tradition that is, and continues to be an Ocean City tradition, and one that is available to the public during the few weeks around the holiday season, has again surfaced and been made possible because of several variables and efforts from the Town of Ocean City.

Last week, a viewer had exclaimed that she was forced to feel uncomfortable at the Lights event because there were some religious displays that were

exhibited as part of the Winterfest tour, which in turn made her feel this way.

The viewer, although mentioning that, said she is proud of the town of Ocean City for putting forth wonderful efforts to enable this exhibit to be made possible. I believe that Ocean City continues the annual Winterfest Lights, because historically it has proven to be economically good for the town.

The Winterfest of Lights display, being the festive event that it isâ&#x20AC;Śis collectively a light display in itself. This light display, being a conglomerate of various items related to the holiday season, may include statues, pictures and wordings that may show the presence of Christ. With such items collected and presented within the Winterfest of Lights, the Town of

Ocean City is not suggesting nor reflecting any favoritism whatsoever toward any religious group at all.

In retrospect, I believe that Ocean City is allowing for a multitude of many things that collectively make up what is welcomed and true to the holiday spirit regarding what the Winterfest of Lights represents.

When one chooses to attend the holiday lights display here in Ocean City, the â&#x20AC;&#x153;Fest Experienceâ&#x20AC;? in my opinion, is all about the overall sightings of all that is available and pronounced at the exhibit. Any items that might be in place and resemble any type of religious forum, I believe is a part of the â&#x20AC;&#x153;global exhibitâ&#x20AC;? and in no way necessarily reflects the beliefs of anyone related to the Town of Ocean City.

Douglas Antos Ocean City

GOT MAIL? Mail your letter to editor@oceancitytoday.net

SAFETY PAYS.

All letters are subject to editing for clarity and potentially libelous material

Open Every Morning

6 am for Breakfast â&#x20AC;˘ Dinner 4-9 pm Lite Fare 9-10 pm Breakfast Special $5.99 Includes Coffee Lunch Specials $6.99 NEWYEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S YEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EVE NEW EVE

HAPPY HOUR 3-7 Every Day

12/20 thru 1/2 Dinner Specials

I can help you save now and later. ;i`m\ij n_f jn`kZ_\[ kf 8ccjkXk\ jXm\[ Xe Xm\iX^\ f] +0/ X p\Xi% Gclj# 8ccjkXk\ i\nXi[j jX]\ [i`m\ij n`k_ ZXj_ YXZb ]fi \m\ip - dfek_j f] XZZ`[\ek$]i\\ [i`m`e^% :Xcc d\ ]`ijk kf j\\ _fn pfl ZXe jXm\ kf[Xp Xe[ [fne k_\ ifX[%

Friday - Crab Cakes with 2 Sides $12.99 Saturday - NY Strip w 2 Sides $13.99 Sunday - Football Specials Monday - 10oz Prime Rib with 2 Sides $12.99 Tuesday - $6 Cheeseburger Wednesday - Liver & Onions with 2 sides $9.99 Thursday - 4pc Fried Chicken with 2 sides $10.99

Wine of the Month: Domino Chardonnay & Zen of Zin Red Zin $4/Glass or $12/Bottle

Breakfast with Santa

Atlantic/Smith, Cropper & Deeley 410-835-2000 *')$-++$/+-+ N`ccXi[j# D; C\n\j# ;< `e]f7XjZ[%e\k

Loyalty Golf Club Members 1/2 Price EntrĂŠes on Wednesdays

December 22nd Every $300 Spent Earn a $15 Gift Card 9am-12pm Join Today!

2-2-2 for $2.22 56943

Safe Driving BonusŽ is optional and subject to terms, conditions and availability. Allstate Indemnity Company, Allstate Property and Casualty Insurance Company; Northbrook, IL. Š 2013 Allstate Insurance Company

Happy Hour Hour 3pm-close 3pm-close Happy Dinner â&#x20AC;&#x201C; 2 Entrees for $20.14 Live â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Aaron Howell 9pm-1am Free â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Party Favors & Champagne Toast Toast at at Midnight Midnight

Live Entertainment Friday December 20th

Johnny Mojo 7-10pm Saturday December 21st

Paul Brion 7-10pm Friday December 27th

Melissa Alesi 7-10pm Saturday December 28th

Kevin Poole 7-10pm Tuesday December 31st

Aaron Howell 9pm-1am Wednesday January 1st

Johnny Mojo & Chris Button 4-7pm

Hours 6am to 11pm 9636 Stephen Decatur Hwy Corner RT 611 & Sunset Ave., West Ocean City 410-213-9204

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Ocean City Today

NEWS 47A

48A NEWS

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

CALENDAR 22

Dec. 20, 2013

CROSSWORD 12

DINING GUIDE 10

ENTERTAINMENT 5

Lifestyle

1B

www.oceancitytoday.net

NOEL Community to offer Christmas meals at City Hall CLARA VAUGHN ■ Staff Writer

PHOTO COURTESY VERONICA KAHN

Evelynne Hirshman, in the arms of her father Brian Hirshman, left, makes a crown in the Torah with the help of scribe Neil Yerman, right during the dedication ceremony of the newly restored Torah at Temple Bat Yam, a reform Jewish temple.

Temple Bat Yam in Berlin welcomes new Torah PHIL JACOBS ■ Editor (Dec. 20, 2013) Temple Bat Yam in Berlin welcomed a special “new family member” to its sanctuary Dec. 8.

This is a family member so important that the temple hopes to be its home for generations to come.

Under the spiritual leadership of Rabbi Susan Warshaw, the congregation celebrated the addition of its third Torah as part of its Torah/Legacy Project.

This Torah was restored and dedicated. The new Torah is of lighter weight than the congregation’s two existing Torahs, and that was a major reason for its purchase and restoration.

Rabbi Warshaw said that Bat Yam’s existing two Torahs are large and heavy.

“As our congregation got older, with bad backs and knees, most couldn’t carry the Torahs.”

The suggestion was then to purchase a lighter weight Torah.

Neil Yerman, a scribe, helped restore the Torah. This Torah dates back over 140 years ago to Germany. The New

York resident came to the Berlin congregation twice and taught the congregation about the process of restoration and the meaning of a temple acquiring a new Torah.

“Everyone should have a relationship with the Torah,” said Rabbi Warshaw.

A Torah Legacy Project was put in place to maintain a fund for the future of the congregation’s Torahs, be it for upkeep or purchase.

Typically when a congregation purchases a new Torah, the scribe leaves final parts of the parchment with unfilled in Hebrew letters. Since this Torah was used by another congregation, the scribe helped congregants write crowns over appropriate Hebrew letters by literally holding their hand and guiding them.

“The scribe told us that it is a mitzvah (good deed) to beautify a Torah, and this permits you to expand on the crown already there,” said the rabbi.

The crowns that were placed by congregants and Yerman’s help started in the Torah portion Shemot. This is the portion that will be read on Saturday, December 21. It covers the affliction of

slavery for the Jews in Egypt, the birth of Moses and his growth in Pharaoh’s palace, and then his will to lead his people to freedom.

Not a bad place to start the life of the new Torah at Bat Yam. Rabbi Warshaw told Ocean City Today that the theme of the celebration was “l’dor v’dor” which means in Hebrew “From Generation to Generation.”

“We had four generations who passed the Torah from one person to another,” said Rabbi Warshaw. Temple member Khyler Taustin sang his spiritual chanting of “L’Dor V’Dor.” His mother Cheryl is a cantorial soloist.

“I cried,” said Rabbi Warshaw. “It was wonderful. We had over 80 percent of the congregation participate. I wanted everyone to participate in the excitement of having a new Torah, particularly women who have never touched a Torah.”

In some traditions, particularly Orthodox, women typically don’t read from the Torah or carry the Torah.

“Everbody had a different experience, an amazing experience,” said the rabbi.

(Dec. 20, 2013) Each year on Christmas Day, the NOEL Community provides a warm meal and fellowship open to all at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church.

The 16th annual dinner will take place next Wednesday, though it is marked by a different type of meal and unusual sorrow in the aftermath of a Nov. 26 fire that blazed through the Third Street church rectory and claimed the life of one of its leaders, Rev. David Dingwall.

“It’s been tough for everybody because Father David was truly a great man,” said NOEL volunteer Katie Coffman. “It’s been difficult, but we knew he’d want it to happen. We’re doing it in his memory.”

NOEL stands for Nothing Other than Eating and Loving and works to give everyone in the community food and company on Christmas. The volunteers have provided meals and fellowship in the St. Paul’s hall for the past 15 years.

Without the kitchen this year, though, they had to rethink the Christmas tradition.

“We usually feed at the church, so they’re expecting to have a meal,” Coffman said. But “we weren’t going to be able to prepare a meal.”

“We lost everything. We lost all of our supplies, we lost lost cooking utensils, we lost all of our plates,” she said. “We had to stop in mid-tracks.”

The volunteers didn’t want Christmas visitors to feel like they had to go home and prepare the food themselves, so they came up with a new idea: handing out ready-to-eat, take-home dinners.

Visitors can choose from one of three meal options, featuring turkey, ham or sandwiches as the main course. Sides include mashed potatoes, stuffing, green beans, corn, gravy, rolls and butter for the turkey; scalloped potatoes, mac and cheese, canned pineapples, green beans, rolls and butter with the ham; and canned pineapples, peanuts, potato chips, an orange and an apple for the two-sandwich meal.

The spirit of the dinner will remain the same, Coffman said. Volunteers will chat with diners over breakfast as they wait to go in to City Hall, where the meal See DONATIONS on Page 3B

Ocean City Today

2B LIFESTYLE

DECEMBER 20, 2013

2F^ YMJ 2FLNH TK (MWNXYRFX ±SI

JFHM FSI J[JW^ TSJ TK ^TZ YMNX

-TQNIF^ 8JFXTS

Providing Customer Service That Other Banks Just Talk About

www.bankofoceancity.com

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

LIFESTYLE 3B

Donations still being accepted, drop off at City Hall Dec. 23-24 will be served this year.

Inside, there will be Christmas decorations, music, desserts to eat there or take home and Santa Claus. Children can choose a toy from Toyland and toiletries will be available for adults to bring home.

“We try to provide food and companionship. That’s our two keys focuses,” Coffman said.

Last year, the NOEL Community served 325 and provided 1,100 carryout and delivery meals on Christmas, she said.

Volunteers are working to put together 400 take-home dinners, which feed three to four each, for next Wednesday.

Continued from Page 1B

“The community has been absolutely incredible to us over the past 16 years, but the support that we’re getting this year has been phenomenal,” Coffman said.

Still, after losing its food supply, NOEL needs donations of non-perishable food items, toiletries and especially money for the Christmas dinner.

Drop donations at City Hall Dec. 23 and 24 from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m. Mail checks payable to The Noel Community to 302 N. Baltimore Ave., Ocean City, Md. 21842.

This year’s NOEL Community Dinner will be served at City Hall, across the Street from St. Paul’s on Third Street, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Christmas Day.

On Christmas Day, the NOEL Community provides a warm meal and fellowship open to all at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church each year. After a Nov. 26 fire blazed through the Third Street church rectory, meals will be provided this year at City Hall, across the street.

COMMUNITY BRIEFS

Air Force Airman Michael K. Shockley graduated from basic military training at Joint Base San Antonio-Lackland, San Antonio, Tex. The airman completed an intensive, eight-week program that included training in military discipline and studies, Air Force core values, physical fitness, and basic warfare principles and skills.

Airmen who complete basic training earn four credits toward an associate in applied science degree through the Community College of the Air Force.

Shockley is the son of Stephen and Karen Shockley of Berlin. He is a 2009 graduate of Stephen Decatur High School in Berlin.

SDHS fundraiser Stephen Decatur High School’s fifth annual $1 Taco Night, sponsored by Sonrise Church, is back again in the SDHS cafeteria for another year on Wednesday, Jan. 22.

Every item costs $1 and items include chicken and beef tacos, sides, desserts,and drinks. Patrons may eat in or carry out from 2:30- 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit Stephen Decatur High School.

TEAK DECEMBER END OF YEAR SALE

Restaurant & Pub

$ '( )& ,

%

,

&

!$' &&,

&" &"

& "%

" & & '(" '

;

6/2

6% $359

8,5+

6/2

"0",1 #3,& $229 16

8,5+

6/2

++1 */,

,/) %

#

(

$563'$9

#

#

2/

""0",1 .3,/ 7,$ 2/

$/

'

!

6/2 2/ $/ 1 17(3 $359 $7134 "% # ($ '( ( # (

.

60'$9 :

" ! (' & # $ '( & " ' ( & & ( % !'

115%$.. (06 $& !! $!!

1-877-323-TEAK Retail -Wholesale

$$)"%! # '

&, , ' &, . $ $& !$)# & '($ & "%

#

'

#

;

&$

$5

"'

60

$/

%

#

#"' #'' %' $ ' " * % & ' & !#& #" ) %,& + $$ '& +#( $' "& " %&' $$ * % & ' & !#& #) % &' '% "&$#%' ' #" & #("' ## + ! %+ % ' % $ (" $ %'+

& '' #

$ $#)( (( & & ,'( &' $" $ ## &

"#

"#

" *)! " -*)

PATIO FURNITURE

1300 Coastal Hwy., Fenwick Island, DE 19944

&155$*(&$)( &1/

Shockley graduates

2/

2/

*##") /,$", &*

+

#

)( & '

$! '! +

&'1 , +" & ' **,- &$%. &''", &." , #.*/-" &)"-

,,1 /. 0 &' '" 2 +") 1- /).&' ( 2 6.. /(06 $5 &155$*(&$)( &1/ : 5 (5+$09 ($&+ &3144 )31/ ($ 1.109 ,-( 64 10 $&(%11-

Ocean City Today

4B LIFESTYLE

HOROSCOPE ARIES (March 21 to April 19) You might be busier than you had expected right now. But between the socializing rounds and the workplace tasks, there are opportunities for special moments with that certain someone.

TAURUS (April 20 to May 20) Your creative approach leads to a quickerthan-expected solution to a workplace problem. Now you can devote more time to that proposal you hope to introduce by midmonth.

GEMINI (May 21 to June 20) Technological glitches create problems early on.

But by midweek, all runs smoothly once again, and you’re well and truly on your way to meeting all your deadlines.

CANCER (June 21 to July 22) Your energy levels are high, and you feel you can handle everything that comes along. But try to take a break from your hectic pace for some quiet time with someone close to you.

LEO (July 23 to August 22) Before you pounce on that shiny new opportunity, take more time to check it out to see how much substance actually lies beneath all that glitter. A family member has important news.

VIRGO (August 23 to September 22) A personal situation you thought was resolved resurfaces, thanks to a possibly well-intentioned move that went awry.

Deal with it as soon as possible. Accept the help of a trusted friend.

LIBRA (September 23 to October 22) That goal you set way back when is finally in sight. Maintain your focus on achieving it, and don’t allow yourself to be distracted by unimportant demands for your attention.

SCORPIO (October 23 to November 21) A temperamental flare-up creates negative feelings that need to be dealt with immediately. But things once again go well after the apologies are made and hurt feelings are soothed.

SAGITTARIUS (November 22 to December 21) An early impulsive act causes confusion. But all is smoothed over once explanations are made. Expect a friend or family member to ask for your kind and always wise advice.

CAPRICORN (December 22 to January 19) You might have to do some juggling of your priorities, as a personal matter appears to require more time and attention. Put your pride aside and accept help from those who offer it.

AQUARIUS (January 20 to February 18) Your creative aspect is strong. Not only does it help you accomplish your goals, but it also inspires others. This could lead to a potentially rewarding collaboration opportunity.

PISCES (February 19 to March 20) Be careful about making major decisions when you’re not really committed to them. And resist any pressure to do otherwise. Better to delay action until all doubts are resolved.

BORN THIS WEEK: You set goals and are rarely distracted by any attempt to move you off the path you’ve chosen to reach them.

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Portobello’s low in calories, high in potassium FOOD FOR THOUGHT DEBORAH LEE WALKER Contributing Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) Portobello or portabella is the proverbial question. Both deem acceptable, but may not necessarily be correct. Specifics equate perfection, portobello is the proper name.

Just when one thinks specification has crystallized into conclusion, think again. Portobello, button, champignon, cultivated, and crimini mushrooms come from the same fungus.

Champignon is a term for white button mushrooms. Has one noticed the similarity between portobello and crimini mushrooms? Portobello’s are a large, mature version of crimini mushrooms.

Mushrooms have no chlorophyll, so they do not need sunshine to grow.

France’s King Louis XIII loved mushrooms so much that he arranged for over 500 miles of covered compost beds to be created outside of Paris. On that note, France was the first country to cultivate mushrooms on a commercial basis in the late 19th century.

Portobello’s are very low in calories but high in potassium. In fact, one portobello mushroom has more potassium than a banana. Mushrooms also have significant amounts of copper, vitamin B-6, vitamin D, riboflavin, niacin, and

selenium.

According to Mushrooms 101 Men’s Fitness, mushrooms grow from spores, not seeds, and a mature mushroom will drop as many as 16 billion spores.

Mushroom cooking tips are the next subject at hand. Mushrooms are extremely porous and soak up water like a sponge. Because they are mostly water, never soak fresh mushrooms. Instead, clean with a damp paper towel.

Much of the mushroom’s flavor lies in the skin; as a result do not peel off the thin layer during preparation. The cut edge of mushrooms will turn dark when exposed to air. So if one is serving them raw, wipe edges with lemon juice.

When cooking the whole cap of a portobello, it is best to score it lightly on the top side. This allows the steam from inside to escape more easily and also quickens the cooking process which results in firm texture.

Do not discard the stems of portobello’s.

Technically speaking, they are edible but the fibrous quality is not very pleasing to the eye or palette. Solution - freeze for stock. Likewise, the dark black gills can be eaten, but they will turn your food a murky, black color. The gills have a strong, musty flavor that some find unpleasant. It is best

Serving the Entire Menu Daily, Year Round 11 am - 1:30 am

to gently scrape them out with a spoon.

Discard the gills, frugality does not pay off in this particular situation.

Reconstituting dried mushrooms is a very simple procedure. Simply cover with warm water, broth, or wine and let stand for 30 minutes. Drain, rinse and blot with paper towels. The liquid used to restore dried mushrooms makes a flavorful addition to soups, stews, and stocks.

Mushroom powder is difficult to find and quite pricey. Grind dried mushrooms in a spice grinder to enhance soups, stews, stocks, dips, and sauces.

If one has a coffee grinder that is tucked away and not being used; grind dried rice to remove any coffee particles or oils. Then you have a spice grinder at no extra charge.

Bruschetta is an Italian dish that is traditionally made with tomatoes, onions, and basil that is served over slices of toasted baguettes. Surprise your guests with portobello bruschetta. The texture and earthiness of portobello’s is the basis of the recipe. The addition of other wild mushrooms completes the spectrum of flavor. Portobello bruschetta is unique and perfect for the holidays.

INGREDIENTS 1 baguette 2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, plus extra for the baguette 3 cloves garlic, minced See WHEN on Page 8B

NEW YEAR IS ST ’S EVE THE S ILL • Ent AME ire m enu s

• Raw

erved Bar w from 11am i l l • Don be op to 1:3 ’t for en. Su 0am get al per K • No l the sp ids m reser enu t orts a vatio oo! ction ns req No C o n 18 T uired over, .

N V No H o Min ’s.

• Par idden imum ty Fa c v o , o s N ts, rs an o Pro 75th St. & The Bay, Ocean City, MD • Our d Ch blem DJ w a m . p i ll be r agne 410-524-7575 at mi ockin dnigh ’ from W in te r 201 3-2 014 • Join t.

10pm us Ne u Daily Half Price Specials n w t i l Year’ Blood 4am! served with choice of 2 sides s Day ! y Ma f r Sunday Wednesday o y r watch (famo an ey u e ope all th STUFFED FLOUNDER TWIN CRAB CAKE ning e Gam s for 34 y • Ent DINNER e DINNER ire M ars) w es wi e t h h n ile yo u ser us.

• We Thursday Monday ved f u have FLASH FRIED SHRIMP rom 1 KEN CRAB IMPERIAL 1 O am to DINNER and R From DINNER 1:30a acetr O m 11AM to CLOSE a u Tuesday ck To r F WITH THE PURCHASE o!!!! a m TWIN CRAB CAKE i ly to OF A BEVERAGE NO COUPONS We w DINNER H appyYours Me NO SUBSTITUTIONS ill be New Y rry Ch cl staff can osed Ch ear! ristma HAPP Y HOUR spen r s and d th istmas E Monday Thru Friday 4pm-7pm e ho liday ve & C with hristm Live Entertainment frien a ds a s Day so Never a Cover nd f amil our LATE NIGHT HAPPY HOUR FRIDAY, DECEMBER 20th - MOOD SWINGERS 9PM y!

Sunday Thru Thursday SATURDAY, DEC. 21st - GINGER 9PM www.bjsonthewater.com 10pm-2am

Ocean City Today

ENTERTAINMENT www.oceancitytoday.net

DECEMBER 20, 2013

PAGE 5B

APPEARING LIVE 19TH HOLE BAR & GRILL 9636 Stephen Decatur Highway West Ocean City 410-213-9204 Dec. 20: Johnny Mojo, 7-10 p.m.

Dec. 21: Paul Brion, 7-10 p.m.

BJ’S ON THE WATER 75th Street and the bay 410-524-7575 Dec. 20: Mood Swingers, 9 p.m.

Dec. 21: Ginger, 9 p.m.

CAPTAIN’S TABLE 15th St. & Baltimore Ave. 410-289-7192 www.captainstableoc.com Dec. 20-21: Phil Perdue FAGER’S ISLAND 60th Street and the bay 410-524-5500 Dec. 20: DJ RobCee, 9 p.m.

Dec. 21: DJ Groove, 9 p.m.

Dec. 22: Jazz Brunch w/Everett Spells, 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Dec. 25: DJ Wood, 9 p.m.

GALAXY 66 66th Street, bayside 410-723-6762

Dec. 20: The Philly George Project, 8 p.m. to midnight HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL 12841 S. Harbor Road West Ocean City 410-213-1846 Dec. 20: Ladies Night w/DJ Billy T, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dec. 21: Simple Truth, 2-6 p.m.; DJ Jeremy, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dec. 22: DJ Billy T/DJ Bigler, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dec. 26: Opposite Directions, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

HARPOON HANNA’S Route 54 and the bay Fenwick Island, Del. 800-227-0525 302-539-3095 Every Friday: Dave Hawkins, 6-10 p.m.

Every Saturday: Dave Sherman, 6-10 p.m.

Every Wednesday: Aaron Howell, 7 p.m.

HIGH STAKES Route 54, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-6971 Dec. 20: Bobby Burns, 4 p.m.; DJ Zman, 9 p.m.

Dec. 21: Bobby Burns,

4 p.m.; DJ Rupe, 9 p.m.

410-250-3100 Dec. 20: Bob Hughes, 5 p.m.

HOOTERS Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Rd. West Ocean City 410-213-1841 Dec. 20: 2 Much Stuff Dec. 21: Lauren Glick HOUSE OF WELSH 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 888-6660728 302-5410728 Every Friday and Saturday: Tony Vega, Tony Vega 6-10 p.m.

Every Monday and Saturday: Tom Low, 4 p.m.

JOHNNY’S PIZZA & PUB 56th Street, bayside 410-524-7499 Dec. 20: Hot Sauce Sandwich, 9:30 p.m.

Dec. 21: Randy Lee Ashcraft & The Saltwater Cowboys, 9:30 p.m.

J/R’S 131st Street

OCEAN CLUB NIGHTCLUB In the Horizons Restaurant In the Clarion Fontainebleau Hotel 101st Street and the ocean 410-524-3535 Every Friday and Saturday: DJ Dusty, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dec. 20-21: On the Edge SCHOONER’S RESTAURANT In the Princess Royale 91st Street and the ocean 410-524-7777 Every Friday and Saturday: Harry O, 7-11 p.m.

GINGER BJ’s on the Water: Saturday, Dec. 21, 9 p.m.

SEACRETS 49th Street and the bay 410-524-4900 Dec. 20: Face Parade, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

Dec. 21: Full Circle, 5-9 p.m.; Gypsy Wisdom, 10 p.m. to 2 a.m.

SMITTY MCGEE’S Route 54 West Fenwick Island, Del. 302-436-4716 Dec. 20: Randy Lee Ashcraft & The Saltwater Cowboys Dec. 21: Old School

OPPOSITE DIRECTIONS Harborside: Thursday, Dec. 26, 9 p.m. to 1 a.m.

DJ WOOD

RANDY LEE ASHCRAFT & THE SALTWATER COWBOYS

Fager’s Island: Wednesday, Dec. 25, 9 p.m

Johnny’s Pizza & Pub: Saturday, Dec. 21, 9:30 p.m.

6B LIFESTYLE

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

Santas, from left, Kevin Gregory, Bethany Whigham and Ryan Richards pose with Snowwoman Emily Taylor at the Purple Moose on Talbot Street during SantaCon 3 last Saturday.

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

Merrymakers, from left, Bob Gilbert, Jen Martin, Janie Hartman and Mike Scopp enjoy the dance floor at the Purple Moose on Talbot Street and the Boardwalk during SantaCon 3 last Saturday.

The procession of Santas made its way from 28th Street to the inlet during the annual celebration.

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

A slew of Santas, from left, Patrick Sommer, Mario Ramirez, Michael Malpezzi and Dave Wilson, celebrate with Christmas tree Therese Powell and “Lumpy d’Coal” at Ocean City’s third annual SantaCon last Saturday. The group stopped for a photo at the Purple Moose Saloon on Talbot Street before heading over to Cork Bar, on Wicomico Street, with fellow Santas.

Dan and Pam Rande, left, Sandi Smith and Mark Bischoff share the Christmas spirit at the Purple Moose Saloon during SantaCon 3 last Saturday. A procession of naughty and nice Santas, elves, reindeer and a lump of coal made its way from 28th Street to the inlet during the third annual celebration.

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

Dianne Brought and Tim Lawler enjoy food and drinks at BJ’s on the Water’s 34th annual Christmas party on 75th Street to benefit the Worcester County Humane Society last Wednesday.

Skip and Tracey McGary pose for a photo at BJ’s on the Water’s 34th annual Christmas party on 75th Street last Wednesday. Patrons brought cans and other donations to benefit the Worcester County Humane Society.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

LIFESTYLE 7B

OCEAN CITY TODAY/CLARA VAUGHN

Bartenders at the Purple Moose Saloon on Talbot Street serve a packed house of Santas during SantaCon 3 last Saturday.

(Right) Jessica and Eric Cronim pause for a photo in the Purple Moose on Talbot Street during Ocean City’s SantaCon 3 last Saturday.

We will be closed Dec. 24th & 25th

Prime Rib - $14.95

SSU UN NDAY DAY N NIIG GH HTT SSPPEECCIIAALL 14 oz. Angus prime served w/ Salad, Vegetable & Potatoes (until it’s gone) • No Substitutions

Ring in the New Year With Us!

Tuesday, December 31st Doors Open at 8pm "ll 1am

Live Music featuring LOUD LOVE $50 Includes OPEN BAR & UPSCALE BUFFET

For more informa"on or "cket purchase, please contact Jason or Jenny 410­213­1841

EARLY BIRD SPECIALS EVERYDAY 5 PM - STARTING AT $9.95 MUST ORDER BY 6 PM PLEASE - HOLIDAYS EXCLUDED

Come Join Us New Year’s Eve Ahi Tuna

Ahi Tuna topped with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat Duck with Peaches Flounder

Reduced in Port Wine

Lobster Chantilly or Steak Diane

Stuffed with Jumbo Lump Crabmeat

Osso Buco with Risotto New York Strip Rack of Lamb Veal or Chicken

Marsala or Piccata

Center Cut Filet Mignon

Served with Bearnaise Sauce

Prepared Tableside

Reservations Suggested

Grouper Siciliano

MONDAY THRU THURSDAY (HOLIDAYS EXCLUDED) Please No Substitutions

Includes Choice of Soup or Appetizer, House Salad with House Dressing,

3 COURSE DINNER $13.95 CHOICE OF 9 ENTREES HAPPY HOUR 3-7PM BAR ONLY • DINING ROOM OPENS AT 5PM

RT 50 WEST OCEAN CITY • 410-213-7717 • WWW.OCITALIANFOOD.COM – CARRYOUT SPECIAL –

SUN-THURS SPECIALS West Ocean City Rt. 50 & Keyser Point Rd. • 410­213­1841 www.hootersofoc.com

2-16” CHEESE PIZZAS $17.99 LUNCH SPECIAL $5.00 (11:30 AM-3:00PM)

OPEN 11:30AM EVERYDAY • 410-213-0303 • RT 50, WEST OCEAN CITY

Ocean City Today

8B LIFESTYLE

DECEMBER 20, 2013

When cooking whole cap of portobello, best to score top 2 shallots, finely chopped 2 tablespoons unsalted butter 1 pound mixed wild mushrooms, cleaned, stems removed, and chopped 1 handful fresh parsley, finely chopped 1 tablespoon fresh thyme, chopped splash lemon juice several splashes dry white wine kosher salt and fresh ground pepper to taste 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees. Slice baguette at an angle into thin slices.

Brush each slice of bread with olive oil.

Toast in oven until a golden brown color is achieved. Cool on cooling racks.

2. In a large pan over medium-low Continued from Page 4B

heat, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil. Add garlic and shallots and saute until shallots are translucent.

3. Turn heat to medium-high and add butter, lemon juice, white wine, parsley, and thyme. Constantly stir for 2 minutes.

4. Add mushrooms, salt, and pepper, and saute for 5 minutes at the most. You want to retain some of the natural texture of the mushrooms. Constantly stirring will ensure the mushrooms cook evenly.

5. Top each slice of baguette with mushroom mixture and serve immediately.

SECRET INGREDIENT: Change A wise man changes his mind, a fool never will. –Spanish Proverb

WEDDING ANNOUNCEMENT Todd Johnson and Sallie Loughlin are pleased to announce their marriage that took place Oct. 22 in Key West, Fla. The ceremony was small, with just the couple and the officiate on the beautiful island of Sunset Key.

TRAINS • TRAINS • TRAINS NEW • USED • ALL BRANDS • ALL SCALES TRAIN SETS • ACCESSORIES • BUY • REPAIR WE TALK TRAINS For Over 37 Years

Chocolate Fudge Truffles Caramels Penny Candy Gifts Jewelry

410-629-1930

Walt’s Train Shop 8 Pitts Street • Berlin, MD • 410-641-2438 dhtrains@comcast.net • Thurs-Fri 11-6, Sat 11-5

CLAUDIA NICHOLLS Agent

Midtown Professional Building 29 Broad Street, Unit 103 Berlin, MD 21811 PH: 410-641-4030 Fax: 410-641-4032

2 South Main St. • Berlin • 410-641-1080 www.ALittleBitSheepish.com

• Great Selection of Yarns for Knitters & Crocheters • Gift Certificates • Shawl Pins • Kits & Needle Sets

“Like a Good Neighbor, State Farm is there”®

Now Featuring the Art of

For y B Stop r Last You ute Min ping Shop eds Ne

Open Friday 10-8 Saturday 10-5 Monday 10-5 Christmas Eve 10-3

Randy Hofman

STATE FARM INSURANCE COMPANIES HOME OFFICES: BLOOMINGTON, ILLINOIS

Rolls • Breads Cakes • Pies • Desserts Gluten-Free Options

Place Your Christmas Order by Dec. 16th

You’ll love the way you look

December is Charming

BUY 2 CHARMS

GET 1 FREE

TreasureChestJewelers.com

OPEN HOUSE Now Thru November 27th

Friday - Saturday - Sunday December 20 - 21 - 22

FREE Gift

with any $100 Purchase

2 0 N . M a i n St r e et Be r lin , MD 2 1 81 1

410-641-0333

at Victorian Charm

cafe & gallery

4C Bay St. Berlin, MD • 410.641.1800 info@bakeddessertcafe.com www.bakeddessertcafe.com

OPEN Christmas Eve, December 24 until 2pm CLOSED December 25 & 26 100 North Main St. • Historic Berlin

Mon. – Sat. 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. • Fri. til 8 p.m. • Sun. 11 a.m. - 5 p.m.

410-641-2998 www.VictorianCharm.biz Find us on Facebook

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

LIFESTYLE 9B

CCI partners with Diakonia to provide food, toys â&#x20AC;&#x2DC;We wanted to find a way to give back,â&#x20AC;&#x2122; Account Manager Eric Allen says (Dec. 20, 2013) CCI recently announced its commitment to giving back this holiday season, as the company join forces with Diakonia, Inc. to help local families.

As a demonstration of its commitment to the community, the Ocean Pinesbased IT consulting team will be providing food and toys to Diakonia this season, aiming to bring a happy holiday to those in need.

Diakonia operates out of two buildings in West Ocean City, providing emergency and transitional housing, emergency

food services and counseling and assistance for its guests. Serving as more than just a shelter, Diakonia attempts to address the root causes of homelessness.

Through a variety of programs and initiatives, Diakonia plays an invaluable role in the community. As such, Diakonia relies on the generosity and services of volunteers and local businesses.

CCI is eager to play its part in helping Diakonia bring holiday joy to families in need this year. The CCI team donated and delivered five turkeys to the shelter for Thanksgiving. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We have so much to be thankful for this year,â&#x20AC;? said Account Manager Eric Allen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We wanted to find a way to give back. Diakonia does so much for our community, and in turn, we want to help them however we possibly can.â&#x20AC;?

Taylor House Museum

In addition to donating turkeys for Thanksgiving, CCI will partner with Diakonia to collect toys for the annual toy drive. CCI is encouraging not only its staff, but also its clients to gather toys in an effort to guarantee that Diakonia has a successful toy drive. All toys will be donated to the children of Diakonia. Toys are for children ages 2 to 14 and should be donated unwrapped. â&#x20AC;&#x153;We are firm believers in Diakoniaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s commitment to demonstrate love, family and giving. We encourage our clients to join us as we make the holidays a little brighter for the families at Diakonia,â&#x20AC;? said Allen.

For more information on how to help with donations, contact Sarah Fitzpatrick at 410-208-3933 or via e-mail at sarah@cardscomputers.com.

Dive into 2014 and participate in 10th Fenwick Freeze on New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day (Dec. 20, 2013) Splash, plunge, dive or dip into 2014 on New Yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day at the Fenwick Freeze. The Fenwick Island Beach Committee is presenting the 10th annual Fenwick Freeze on Wednesday, Jan. 1, at 10:30 a.m. on the Bayard Street Beach.

The Fenwick Freeze is a Fenwick Island tradition. Residents and visitors are invited to put on bathing suits, join the fun, summon their courage and jump into the Atlantic Ocean for a very good cause. Proceeds from the Freeze See REGISTER on Page 12B

Berlin Keepsake Ornaments

Candlelight Tours Friday - Dec. 20 5-7:30 PM Open Saturdays in December 1-4 PM

New Year's Eve Celebration & Ball Drop

The 2nd annual Berlin keepsake ornament will be for sale at various merchants in town.

This year's keepsake is of the historic Atlantic Hotel!

December 31st, 10 PM, Downtown

Atlantic Hotel

Daily Tours of the Decorated 118-year old Victorian Atlantic Hotel

Carriage Rides & Santa on Weekends

Visit us in Berlin!

Holiday All Occasions Balloons Fruit Baskets Full Service Wedding & Funeral Consultants

Offering all your Bridal Party needs in an intimate boutique setting.

Beautiful accessories including jewelry, veils, headpieces and SPANX!

Private Champagne Appointments offered!

Dinners

Taking Fall Lodging

Holiday Parties

(443) 513-4248

Call 443.856.4755

11-3 AND BY APPOINTMENT

15 Harrison Ave. Berlin MD

9 S. MAIN ST. BERLIN, MD 21811

waysteadinn.com

Tuesday-Saturday www.BustleOnMain.com

110 N. Main St. Open 10AM-5PM Monday-Saturday Sunday 11AM-3PM

Educational Toys, Games, Puzzles, Art Supplies, Dollhouses and More

410-641-0601

COCONUT BAY TRADING COMPANY

Friday 7-9pm 11 ARTISANS WAY BERLIN, MD 21811

. -AIN 3T p "ERLIN -$ WWW SISTERSGIFTSTORE COM

(443) 513-4768 SEALAVIE5@GMAIL.COM

115 N. Main St., Berlin, MD 21811 410­641­9370

Classic Antique Toys, Collectibles, Unique Gifts, Etc.

BLAKE & DANIELLE HALEY

10% OFF

410-603-6278

Tues. â&#x20AC;&#x201C; Sat. 10­5 â&#x20AC;˘ Sun. 11­5 â&#x20AC;˘ Closed Mon.

Live Music Featuring 103 N. Main St. â&#x20AC;˘ Historic Berlin

ALL MERCHANDISE Valid thru 2/28/14

MENâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S NIGHT ~ FRIDAY, DEC. 20TH

ANTIQUES â&#x20AC;˘ JEWELRY BUDDHAS â&#x20AC;˘ ARTIFACTS RUSSIAN ICONS NAUTICAL ITEMS PAINTINGS â&#x20AC;˘ CURIOSITIES 18 William St. Berlin, MD 443-513-4012

10B LIFESTYLE

Ocean City Today

Ocean City Today

DINING GUIDE ■ CREDIT CARDS: V-Visa, MC-Master Card, AEAmerican Express, DIS-Discover ■ PRICE RANGE: $, $$, $$$ ________________________________ ■ 19TH HOLE BAR & GRILLE, 9936 Stephen Decatur Highway, West Ocean City 410-2139204 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual and family-friendly, featuring great American cuisine for breakfast, lunch and dinner at affordable prices. Open seven days a week, year-round.

Happy hour daily, 3-7 p.m. Entertainment Friday through Sunday.

■ 32 PALM, 32nd Street, in the Hilton Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2525 / www.ocmdrestaurants.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Western Caribbean cuisine, Eastern Shore favorites, gourmet and tasty liquid desserts.

■ ALEX’S ITALIAN RESTAURANT, Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-7717 / www.ocitalianfood.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Serving homemade Italian cuisine, steaks, seafood, chicken, pork and pasta. Elegant dining room with fireplace. Early bird specials every day from 5-6 p.m.

■ BILLY’S SUB SHOP, 78th Street, Ocean City, 410-524-2020; 118th Street, Ocean City, 410524-2020; 140th Street, Ocean City, 410-2501778; Route 54, Fenwick Shoals, Fenwick Island, Del., 302-436-5661 / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Dine in, carry out, free Delivery. Open 7 days 11 a.m. – 3 a.m. Ocean City’s most famous sub and pizza shop since 1959. An OC tradition where a sandwich is a meal, serving fresh dough pizza, subs, burgers, cones, shakes and sundaes with beach delivery available.

■ BJ’S ON THE WATER, 75th Street, Ocean City 410-524-7575 / www.bjsonthewater.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open year-round. Entire dining menu served 11 a.m. to 1:30 a.m., seven days a week. Daily specials, daily duck feeding.

Entertainment every Wednesday, Friday and Saturday. No cover. Available for parties and banquets. Indoor and outdoor dining.

■ BLUE FISH JAPANESE & CHINESE RESTAURANT AND SUSHI BAR, 94th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3983 / www.bluefishoc.com / $-$$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Japanese and Chinese restaurant and sushi bar with beer, wine and cocktails. Dine in, take out and delivery available. Open Monday-Friday, 11:30 a.m.; Saturday and Sunday, noon.

■ CAPTAIN’S TABLE RESTAURANT, 15th Street and the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-7192 / www.captainstableoc.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family-owned, serving fine seafood, steaks and poultry on the third floor of the Courtyard by Marriott. Open 7 days a week, serving breakfast, lunch and dinner.

■ CRABCAKE FACTORY, 120th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-4900; 25th Street, Ocean City 410-713-4180 / www.crabcakefactoryusa.com / $-$$ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Family restaurant serving breakfast, lunch and dinner. Open daily at 8 a.m. Menu selections are Eastern Shore favorites: creamed chipped beef, omlettes and daily breakfast special crab dishes. World famous Crabcakes served all day starting at 8 a.m.

Other menu selections include Chicken Chesapeake, prime rib, steamed shrimp, Philly cheesesteaks, burgers and homemade soups. www.crabcakefactoryusa.com ships Crabcakes year-round.

■ DE LAZY LIZARD BREW PUB, 1st Street & Philadelphia Avenue, Ocean City 410-289BREW / www.delazylizard.net / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Open Daily 11 a.m. Happy Hour 2–5 pm. Appetizers, soups and salads, sandwiches, entrees and desserts. Featuring 50 revolving craft brews with two signature beers DeLazy Lizard Golden and Copper Ale brewed on premises By Rod Hillman & Rich Lawrence.

■ FAGER’S ISLAND RESTAURANT & BAR, 60th Street on the bay, Ocean City 410-524-5500 / www.fagers.com / $$-$$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted in the dining room only / Children’s menu / Full bar / Upscale restaurant on the bay. Casual fine dining, fresh fish, prime rib and seafood. Lighter fare menu served on our decks or inside.

■ FENWICK CRAB HOUSE, 100 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-539-2500 / www.crabcakeexpress.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Carry-out available. Casual dining. Open for lunch and dinner. Big crabs are our specialty.

Perfect crabcakes are our passion. Seven different fish served 15 different ways! Great local seafood, good times and good service is our mission.

■ GALAXY 66 BAR & GRILLE, 66th Street, Ocean City 410-723-6762 / $$-$$$ / V-M-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Contemporary restaurant offering light fare and full entrees. Award- winning wine list, signature drinks and cocktails.

■ GREENE TURTLE NORTH, 116th Street, Ocean City 410-723-2120 / www.thegreeneturtle.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / The Turtle, est. 1976, is an Ocean City tradition with a friendly staff, great food and something for everyone! Menu favorites are homemade crab cakes, kids’ menu, salads, burgers, wings and more!

Featuring weekday lunch specials and happy hour, 50 high-def flat screen TVs, game room, gift shop, carry out, party trays, nightly drink specials, Keno, MD lottery, DJs with dance floor. Open 11 a.m. to 2 a.m., year-round.

■ HARBORSIDE BAR & GRILL, 12841 S. Harbor Road, West Ocean City 410-213-1846 / www.ocharborside.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week, 11 a.m. to 2 a.m.

Casual waterfront dining serving seafood, steaks, sandwiches, salads, wraps and pasta. Home of the “Original Orange Crush.” Entertainment Thursday through Sunday.

■ HARPOON HANNA’S RESTAURANT & BAR, Route 54 and the bay, Fenwick Island, Del. www.harpoonhannasrestaurant.com / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual waterfront restaurant serving lunch, dinner. Fresh fish, seafood, steaks, sandwiches and all-you-can-eat Alaskan crab legs. Open year-round.

■ HEMINGWAY’S AT THE CORAL REEF, 17th Street, in the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites, Ocean City 410-289-2612 / www.ocmdrestaurants.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Elegant dining room, Floridian/island-style cuisine. Sea-food, tropical salsas, grilled steaks, pork chops, grilled pineapple, banana fritters, entree salads.

■ HIGGINS CRAB HOUSE, 31st Street, Ocean City, 410-289-2581; 128th Street, Ocean City, 410-250-2403 / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open 7 days a week. We have proudly served Ocean City, Maryland for over 40 years. Known for All You Can Eat crabs, crab legs, fried chicken, steamed shrimp, and baby back ribs.

■ HIGH STAKES BAR & GRILL, Route 54, Fenwick Island, Del. 302-537-6971 / $-$$ / V-MAE-DIS / No reservations required / Carry-out available / Full bar / Casual dining, daily happy hour and daily food specials. Live entertainment.

■ HOOTERS, Fifth Street, on the Boardwalk, Ocean City 410-289-2690 and Route 50, West Ocean City 410-213-1841 / www.hootersofoc.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS. Things are always getting better at Hooters! Fresh menu offering a number of ground chuck burgers, green salads, world famous chicken wings with 11 flavorful sauces and a fun children’s menu. Relax in the beach atmosphere or enjoy the outdoor seating. Happy hour every day, 3-7 p.m. Full bar available. Authentic Hooters merchandise in kids and adult sizes. Enjoy all the sports packages on large, flat screen TVs and

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Get a Direct Link to Your Business

Add a QR Code to your Dining Guide listing and give your patrons a direct link to your Web site, Facebook page, App, etc.

Cost is $15 for current advertisers ~ $25 for new listings Contact a Sales Representative at 410-723-6397

great service by the delightful Hooters girls. Live entertainment. Like us on Facebook and follow us on Twitter. Find out why we say, “Hooters makes you happy!”

■ HORIZONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 101st Street, Ocean City 410-524-3535 / www.clarionoc.com / $-$$ ($20-45) / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Open tables / Children’s menu / Full bar / Proud to have Chef Shawn Reese creating beach-inspired dishes in both oceanfront restaurants, Horizons and Breaker’s Pub. New all-day menu, available 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m., features many favorites, as well as exciting new creations with a local flare. Deluxe Sunday breakfast buffet open yearround and AUCE prime rib, crab legs and seafood buffet available most weekends.

■ HOUSE OF WELSH, 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick Island, Del. 1-800-311-2707 / www.houseofwelsh.net / $, $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Specializing in steaks and seafood. Open daily. Happy hour all day and night. Entertainment Wednesdays, Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Casual attire.

■ JOHNNY’S PIZZA PUB, 56th Street, Ocean City 410-723-5600 / www.johnnyspizzapub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Ocean City’s official pizzeria and pub featuring homemade pizzas, serving 18 different gourmet pizzas including local favorites - Johnny’s Special, Neptune’s Seafood Feast Pizza, and MD Blue Crab. Huge variety of calzones, subs, burgers and sandwiches to choose from. Ocean City’s place for jumbo wings with 20 different sauces. Coldest draft beer in town served in a chilled mug. Voted best sound system for live music. Carry out or delivery til 4 a.m.

■ J/R’S, 131st Street, Ocean City 410-2503100 / www.jrsribs.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s Menu / Full bar / Carry-out / Early bird specials daily. This is the PLACE for ribs, steaks, chicken, seafood and steamed crabs. Try our Ribs in our family oriented spacious dining room or cheer on your favorite team in our new enlarged sports bar.

You’ve tried the Rest- Now try the Best.

■ JULES FINE DINING, 118th Street, Ocean City 410-524-3396 / www.ocjules.com / $$, $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Local fare, global flair.

Fresh seafood year-round, fresh local produce.

■ MERMAID COVE PUB, 33195 Lighthouse Road, Williamsville, West Fenwick, Del. 302436-0122 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Full bar / Get ship-wrecked at the Mermaid Cove with pub, drink and food specials daily.

Lump crab cakes, rock and mahi tacos, fried oyster sandwiches and platters are among the items to choose from. Breakfast served weekends.

Open seven days a week for lunch and dinner.

Take-out available.

■ MIO FRATELLO ITALIAN STEAKHOUSE, 38018 Fenwick Shoals Blvd., West Fenwick, Del. 302-436-6400 / miofratello.com / $$ / VMC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Casual dining in a relaxed atmosphere, specializing in steaks, seafood and pasta. Take out and delivery. Open for lunch and dinner.

■ PEAKY’S ROOFTOP RESTAURANT & BAR, 138th Street, Ocean City 410-250-ROOF / www.peakys.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open 7 days, 8 a.m. to 2 a.m. Breakfast, lunch & dinner. Happy hour 4 pm-7pm everyday with great food and drink specials. More than 40 specialty martinis. Sunday All You Can Eat Brunch 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Eastern Shore Farewith something for everyone: fresh fish, lobster, certified angus steaks, prime rib and poultry.

■ POPEYE’S LOUISIANA KITCHEN, Route 50, West Ocean City 443-664-2105 / $ / V-MC / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Family restaurant. Eat-in, carry out or drive-thru. Open seven days, year-round. Every Tuesday, two-piece chicken for 99 cents. Every Wednesday, free kids meal with purchase of combo.

■ REFLECTIONS RESTAURANT, 67th Street, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 410524-5252 / www.ocmdrestaurants.com / $$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Tableside flambé dining.

Casually elegant, cuisine prepared tableside in the European tradition. Private dining rooms.

Eclectic chef’s specials accompanied by an award-winning wine list.

■ SEACRETS, 49th Street, Ocean City 410-5244900 / www.seacrets.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Island atmosphere. Soups, salads, Jamaican jerk chicken, appetizers, sandwiches, paninis, pizza and fresh seafood.

■ SEASONS OCEANFRONT RESTAURANT, 118th Street, in the Carousel Oceanfront Hotel and Condos, Ocean City 410-524-1000 / www.carouselhotel.com / $-$$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Open seven days a week. Oceanfront dining in a casual atmosphere. Serving breakfast from 7-11 a.m., featuring a breakfast buffet or special order from the regular menu. Dinner served from 4-9 p.m., featuring a wide variety of entrees, seafood, ribs, steaks, pasta and prime rib. Join us for family theme night dinners.

■ SIMMER TIME, Rt. 54, Fenwick Island, next to Mio Fratello 302-436-2266 / $-$$ / V-MC-AEDIS / Reservations accepted / Full bar / Fondue and more in an intimate atmosphere; small and large parties.

■ SMITTY McGEE’S, 37234 Lighthouse Road, West Fenwick Island, Del. 302-436-4716 / www.smittymcgees.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / No children’s menu / Full bar / Casual. Big menu, including hot wings and drinks.

■ THE ABBEY BURGER BISTRO, 12601 Coastal Highway, Ocean City 410-250-BEEF / www.abbeyburgerbistro.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Full bar / Casual dining serving 14 House Specialty Burgers and Sandwiches, or build your own burger and choose from wide variety meats, vegetarian, cheeses and toppings. Menu includes salads, appetizers, sides and desserts.

■ THE COTTAGE CAFE, Route 1 (across from Sea Colony), Bethany Beach, Del. 302-5398710 / www.cottagecafe.com / $, $$ / V-MC-AE / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Seafood, kids’ menu, happy hour specials.

Lunch and dinner daily. Breakfast buffet on weekends.

■ THE STERLING SEAFOOD GRILL & OYSTER BAR, 67th Street, in the Holiday Inn Oceanfront, Ocean City 410-524-5252 / www.ocmdrestaurants.com / $$ / V-MC-AE-DIS / Reservations accepted / Children’s menu / Full bar / Fabulous raw bar serving the freshest raw oysters and clams, steamed shrimp, crab legs, mussels and oyster stew, made to order. “Fresh off the grill” items include rockfish, tuna, mahi mahi and salmon. Happy hour specials daily, 4-6 p.m.

■ UBER BAGELS & DELI, 126th Street, Ocean City 443-664-6128 / www.uberbagels.com / $ / V-MC-DIS / No reservations required / Indoor and outdoor seating or carry out. Open 7 a.m. to 7 p.m., everyday. Ocean City’s best bagel and deli featuring made-from-scratch, New York-style bagels. Full breakfast menu of bagels and spreads as well as egg sandwiches and lunch menu offers a huge selection of cold sandwiches featuring Boar’s head meats and cheeses.

■ WHISKERS PUB, 120th Street, OC Square, Ocean City 410-524-2609 / www.whiskerspub.com / $ / V-MC-AE-DIS / No reservations required / Children’s menu / Full bar / Old World saloon-type feel, Whisker’s is famous for its Certified Angus® burgers and delicious casual fare, as well as its entertaining atmosphere and photo lined walls of famous and infamous “whiskers.” Enjoy flat screen TVs to watch your favorite sports. Open year-round, 11:30 a.m. to 2 a.m., serving lunch and dinner daily. Happy hour every day 4-7 p.m. Nightly food specials.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

LIFESTYLE 11B

1

Annual Mayor’s Open House, Jan. 1 New Year’s Day event at City Hall will focus on OC Downtown Association (Dec. 20, 2013) Start off the New Year with a visit to the Ocean City Mayor and City Council’s 18th annual Open House, scheduled from 1-3 p.m. on New Year’s Day at City Hall, located at Third Street and Baltimore Avenue.

The Mayor and City Council’s Open House, which has been a community tradition since 1997, offers a different theme each year. This year’s theme focuses on the “Come Walk All Over Us: The Ocean City Downtown Association.”

Mayors and City Council members, both past and present, are invited to attend and will be on hand to greet visitors to the Open House. Once inside, visitors can view the pictorial history of Ocean City displayed throughout the halls of City Hall. Outside the festively decorated City Hall, the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Department will have equipment on display and also back by popular community demand will be the mounted police and canine units of the Ocean City Police Department.

“The Open House offers the perfect opportunity for our citizens to visit City Hall and meet with the elected officials that have served over the years,” said

Mayor Rick Meehan. “It is also a great opportunity for us to highlight an organization in our community that has had a tremendous effect on the downtown community. This year, who better to feature than the Downtown Association, who advocates and promotes programs that enhance and improve the quality of life in Ocean City for both residents and vacationers?”

The Downtown Association was formed 35 years ago by downtown business owners who were concerned about a variety of issues.

Some of the issues, which included parking and street lighting, still remain important to the organization today.

“The Downtown Association has a strong history, with some of Ocean City’s most influential citizens were founders of the Downtown Association,” Meehan said.

“They have had a significant impact on the community, drawing tourists and residents to the revitalized downtown area.”

The Open House also offers storytelling sessions and this year will feature many of the Downtown Association past presidents and members, including Lauren Taylor, Nancy Howard and Tom Allen.

A complete schedule of storytellers will be available the day of the event. Entertainment by Brian Russo and light refreshments will also be provided for visitors. For more information, contact Jessica Waters at 410-289-8967.

Don’t Forget to Order Our Famous Spiral Cut Honey Glazed Ham for the Holidays

"$

")*+ ',)*

,*!)''% ',( ! # ! $ # /*+ ) ,' ! ## ! '" # ## ' *+ ) $ !) ! % #!$" ! " " ' $ " !!' " $ + $'' ) & $ ! #" "# & " #" "# " ! # " ! % ! ## )" )) + ## ! ! $" # # " $ !" ' "

&+)

*

)',( ) $ % # ! ' ! ( !$"" % " ! # "# & ! # "$ + " &'& ! # # " $"# ! ! " ! # ! " ' !" ! " ! " "$ ,*!)''% & & ++ *+ ! & " & # ! " $" ! " ## " , #

! &

$## ! " #( & $" ! " #$! $## ! $# " $ " " $ $"

"

!

$$'(*

! "# !$"" " "& # ! ! $# ! *

** )+

' "&

410-250-1555

) ) !

Pick Up & Shipping Available

ORDER 24 Hours In Advance

5 Off Holiday Ham with this ad

!

$ 00

J/R’s Commissary 131St STREET (Across from J/R’s Restaurant)

"#

)0% )

'

"#! $

(

$#"

" ##

!" ! !"

),$ '.& !

))"&

#

!

! $ "#" " # ! $ "# " #

'$$ ) " +

Exp. 1/1/2014 OCT

"

" $ " !" ' # # "

(*"

!' '$ +

!

)

)

140TH STREET (OCEANSIDE) 410-250-1778

140TH STREET (OCEANSIDE) 410-250-1778

IT’S BACK

OPEN YEAR ROUND 11 A.M. EAT IN CARRY OUT FAST, FRIENDLY DELIVERY

PIZZA MANIA! Billy’s Is Offering ALL Pizzas

From Carry-Out, Eat-in To Fast, Free Delivery

TUESDAY & WEDNESDAY, HALF-PRICE! EVERY OPEN-CLOSE

ANY PIZZA, ANY SIZE, ANY WAY

B ILLY’S SUBS DELIVERS

BILLY’S SUBS DELIVERS

• BILLY’S SUBS DELIVERS • BILLY’S SUBS DELIVERS •

• BILLY’S SUBS DELIVERS • BILLY’S SUBS DELIVERS •

" !+$/ ( " $* '+ - "$ !)"*+% * $ / +!), . )1* -

$

$

" # #

# !

Ocean City Today

12B LIFESTYLE

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Register now for Fenwick Freeze benefit the Fenwick Island National Lifeguard Competition Fund.

Applications are now available.

Open registration is scheduled for Friday and Saturday, Dec. 30 and 31, at Town Hall from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Last minute registration is on the day of the event. Register early by mail to guarantee a T-shirt.

Like the event on Facebook and print the registration form in advance, or go to Town Hall at 800 Coastal Highway in Fenwick Island to pick up a form.

Registration forms and checks, made out to the FIBC, may be mailed to: The Fenwick Freeze c/o Becka McWilliams, 1701 Coastal Highway Fenwick Island, Del. 19944.

Register on Sunday, Dec. 29 at One Coastal Restaurant located in Fenwick

Continued from Page 9B

Island, from 1-4 p.m. and at Town Hall, 11a.m. to 1p.m. on Dec. 30.

Register on the day of the Freeze from 9-10 a.m. All registrants receive a commemorative T-shirt.

Teams are encouraged and early registrations are discounted. Through Dec. 30, the cost for one person to participate is $20, two to four team members are $16 each, four to six members are $12 each.

Day of registration for one person is $25, two to four team members are $20 each, four to six members are $15 each.

Come to the beach as early as 9 a.m. to enjoy complimentary coffee from Perks CafĂŠ at Pottery Place, pick up your T-shirt, warm up by the bonfire, or participate in a free mini-boot camp workout session.

DINING ROOM 4PM

PUB OPEN 11 AM

HOLIDAY HOUSE Gabriel Walas finishes his holiday house that he made in the pottery studio at the OC Center for the Arts on 94th Street last Saturday.

CROSSWORD

OPEN CHRISTMAS DAY NOON - TIL Featuring

2UDQJH

*UDSHIUXLW &UXVK

Seafood, Steak, Chicken & Chops

Since 1900

6DYH /LTXRU 7D[

'$<6 $ :((. Â&#x2021; 12 ´6$/(6 7$; Âľ

Book Your Holiday Parties Now at 60% Off!!

PUB NEW YEARâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;S EVE PARTY 9PM - 1AM

Call for more information â&#x20AC;&#x201C; MUSIC W/TONY VEGA

Reserve seating ONLY $ 59 per person Includes bar & choice of 8 dinner entrees

UP TO 60% OFF

$9.99

Baked Flounder Baked Tilapia Meatloaf Salisbury Steak Hamburger Steak Country Fried Steak SautĂŠed Chicken Breast BBQ Chicken Breast Cheese Steak Marthaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fish Fry

$11.99

Grilled Pork Chops ½ Rack Baby Back Ribs Beer Battered Flounder Fresh Fried Oysters Liver & Onions Chicken Marsala Fried Shrimp Baked Salmon Baked Ahi Tuna

$13.99

8oz. New York Strip Steak 10oz. Delmonico Steak 10oz. Prime Rib )UHVK %DNHG 5RFNĂ°VK 1 Soft Shell Crab Crab Cake

All Dinners served with two sides and dinner roll

1/2 Steamed Shrimp (16)......... $5.99 Buffalo Wings (8)..................... $5.99 SautĂŠed Mussels (24).............. $5.99 Mozzarella Sticks (5)............... $5.99 Shrimp Cocktail (4).................. $5.99 Onion Rings............................. $5.99

Lunch Specials Every Day ~ 11-3

Sandwiches .............................$5.99 8-oz Burgers ............................... $5.49 Hot Turkey ................................... $7.99 Soup & Salad Combo .................. $7.99 Liver & Onions, Pork Chop .......... $7.99 Meatloaf, Hamburger Steak ........ $7.99 Marthaâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Fish Fry, Shrimp Salad Sandwich .................................... $9.99 Cheese Steak Sandwich ............. $9.99

LIVE ENTERTAINMENT Friday, Saturday: Tony Vega 6-10pm Mon., Sat. & Sun. Tom Low 4pm

OPEN 365 DAYS A YEAR at 11am 1106 Coastal Hwy., Fenwick Island, DE Â&#x2039;

Answers on page 23B

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

LIFESTYLE 13B

Berlin 3rd after first-round vote (Dec. 20, 2013) Maryland’s historic Eastern Shore town of Berlin placed third in the preliminary voting round of Budget Travel’s “America’s Coolest Small Town” contest.

The Web site’s polls opened the first week of October and asked Americans to nominate small towns that they felt were the “coolest.”

The rules stated the town must have fewer than 10,000 people, have outstanding food, great locals, amazing art, unique history, wonderful shops and an all around “cool” vibe.

“I think we can all agree that Berlin, Md. can put a check right next to all of those requirements,” said Berlin’s Main Street Coordinator, Megan Houston.

Voting for the nominees ended on Dec. 3, leaving Berlin with 2,282 votes, only 891 less than the top competitor.

Voters were also able to post comments allowing fans to express their favorite attributes of their favorite town.

The polls open back up mid-January with the top 15 finalists. Voting will conclude in mid-February with the top 10 winners.

Since Berlin has already been deemed the “Coolest Small Town in Maryland” the next goal is to become “Coolest Small Town in America.”

For more information visit www.berlinmainstreet.com and click on the “Coolest Small Town” link or contact Houston at mhouston@berlinmd.gov.

New ‘Meet Me at Market’ series (Dec. 20, 2013) The Ocean Pines Farmers Market announces the addition of the new event series, “Meet Me at Market,” to its schedule.

“Meet Me at Market” will feature local speakers, craftsman, chefs and artisans.

The Ocean Pines Farmers Market is currently operating its fall and winter season and is open from 8 a.m. to noon at White Horse Park, located at 239 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines.

It features seasonal fresh produce,

CLEARANCE

END OF SEASON

PRICES CONSOLIDATION SALE

All 2013

Clothing Now

50-75 %* off

*original price

Rep of Styles

Coastal Hwy. & Dagsboro St. Fenwick Island | 302.537.1414

Open Daily

NOTICE! We are moving.

All 2013 Clothing 50 - 75% Off!

Coastal Hwy. & Farmington St. | 302.539.8606

Premier store & location now for lease

breads, seafood, homemade dog treats, floral arrangements and more. It is the only area fall and winter farmers market scheduled to be open on Saturday mornings.

For more information about the Ocean Pines Farmers Market, contact Teresa Travatello, director of Marketing & Public Relations for Ocean Pines, at 410-641-7717 ext. 3006. Market vendors should contact David Bean @ flavordrizzles@gmail.com.

Longaberger Basket & Gift Card Bingo All bingo baskets are filled with goodies!

SAVE THIS DATE January 3, 2014 10 Longaberger Basket and 10 Gift Card Bingo Games 1 Special Basket and 1 Special Gift Card Bingo Game 50/50 Food and Fun!!!

Bishopville Volunteer Fire Department Bishopville Road $20.00 in advance $25.00 at the door Admission includes 20 games & entry in the drawing for a door prize!!!

Extra bingo packet available for $5.00

Friday, January 3, 2014 Doors Open at 6:00 pm Bingo begins at 7:00 pm For Info Call: 443-235-2926 or 410-352-3101

This fundraiser is in no way connected with or sponsored by e the Longaberger Company®.

14B LIFESTYLE

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

LOWERY VISITS OCES Ocean City Elementary student, Bailey Pusey, thanks State Superintendent Dr. Lillian Lowery for visiting Julie Purcell's fourth-grade class during American Education Week, Nov. 18-22. Also pictured is Worcester County Superintendent, Dr. Jerry Wilson.

A GREAT DAY IN BERLIN Worcester Prep first graders enjoy learning about the Town of Berlin and the job of Mayor Gee Williams from the mayor’s Secretary, Joanne Unger.

AGH FOUNDATION RAISES MONEY DIAKONIA RECEIVES SUPPORT FROM UNITED WAY United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore recently presented a $54,733 check to Diakonia in support of its outreach programs. The funding will provide assistance in 2014 for its Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing Program. Pictured, from left, are Diakonia Executive Director Claudia Nagle and United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore Donor Relations Coordinator Natalie Costello.

Thanks to the generosity of community members, businesses and organizations in fiscal year 2013, the Atlantic General Hospital Foundation was able to raise more than $1 million for the not-for-profit hospital. Laura Deeley Bren, Atlantic General Hospital Foundation Board chair, presents Jack Burbage, left, hospital Board of Trustees chair, and Michael Franklin, hospital president/CEO, with a check for $1,033,500 during the AGH Foundation’s annual Thanks for Giving event.

KIWANIS TOY DRIVE

SPIRIT CAMPAIGN DONATION Howard Baldwin Jr. of Gold’s Gym, center, presents a check for the United Christmas Spirit Campaign. He is donating $500 from the gym and another $1,000 that a friend is giving him for the campaign with the stipulation that he will run the Pittsburgh marathon in May. Pictured, from left, are Justin McGinnis, Karen Turner, Emilee Snader, Rob Mattie, Baldwin, Phillip Cheung, Melanie Pursel, Lisa Dennis and Anna Giles.

Mary and Mike Evans, chairs of the annual Kiwanis Toy Drive, collect toys so that underprivileged children in the community will have a Merry Christmas. Members of the Kiwanis Club of Greater Ocean Pines-Ocean City donated the toys which were collected during weekly meetings.

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

LIFESTYLE 15B

Mathias and family visit Disney Ten-year-old Ocean City girl with life-threatening condition has wish granted CLARA VAUGHN Staff Writer

(Dec. 20, 2013) An Ocean City girl with a life-threatening condition had a break from doctors’ visits last month, thanks to the Kids Wish Network and a host of anonymous local donors.

The group sent 10-year-old Mary Clare Mathias along with her mother, father and 13-year-old brother to Disney World Nov. 14-18.

“I don’t think they realize the kind of positive impact they can have on families,” Mary Clare’s mother Tammie Mathias said. “It was so much more than… this wonderful trip. It was four days of just our family being together, which we have not been able to do for several years.”

Doctors diagnosed Mary Clare with panhypopituitarism when she was not growing properly as an infant. She’s also had surgery for Chiari malformation, which compresses her brain downward into her spinal column.

For the family, the trip marked five days and four nights of time dedicated solely to being together — not doctors’

visits, work or other daily distractions.

“There’s a lot of things – responsibility, worries, things like that,” Mathias said. “One thing that we had not had in a long time was just something that was totally fun that we really looked forward to as a family” Some of the highlights for Mary Clare included the animal safari, seeing Cinderella’s castle, meeting the Disney princesses and even flying in an airplane for the first time.

For her mother, the time itself was a treat.

“Even for the four of us just hanging out when we got home at night, or in the morning — it was great,” Mathias said.

The family returned home to Ocean City to two large boxes from Kids Wish Network, one full of baking supplies and another packed with 30 pounds of toys and games.

“The people who help there are just beyond generous,” Mathias said.

And after recently receiving some inheritance, she plans to pay her own experience forward to other families of children with life-threatening conditions.

Children ages 3-18 can be nominated for help from the Kids Wish Network, a charity based in Holiday, Fla. To learn more about the network, visit www.kidswishnetwork.org.

PHOTO COURTESY OF KIDS WISH NETWORK

abkq^i=cb^o\

Mary Clare Mathias and her brother James stand in front of Cinderella’s Castle at Walt Disney World last month. Mary Clare, who has a life-threatening condition, went on the vacation with her brother and parents Tammie and Jeff thanks to the Kids Wish Network, a charity dedicated to improving the quality of life for children in life-altering situations.

päÉÉé=qÜêçìÖÜ=vçìê=sáëáí>

m~áå=cêÉÉ=pÉÇ~íáçå=aÉåíáëíêó= áå=tÉëí=lÅÉ~å=`áíó ^=ìåáèìÉäó=ëâáääÉÇ=ÇÉåíáëíI= aêK=bÇï~êÇ=açìÖÜÉêíó=áë=Üçëéáí~ä=íê~áåÉÇ= áå=fs=pÉÇ~íáçå=aÉåíáëíêó= ~åÇ=ïáää=ÖáîÉ=óçì=~=éêÉÇáÅí~ÄäÉ= ~åÇ=ë~ÑÉ=ëÉÇ~íáçå=ÉñéÉêáÉåÅÉK

QNMJONPJNQUO aÉäã~êî~pÉÇ~íáçåaÉåíáëíêóKÅçã

Ocean City Today

16B LIFESTYLE

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Freeman Stage gets NEA Challenge America Fast-Track grant (Dec. 20, 2013) National Endowment for the Arts Senior Deputy Chairman Joan Shigekawa announced last week that The Freeman Stage at Bayside, a program of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, is one of 150 not-for-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Challenge America Fast-Track grant.

The Freeman Stage is recommended for a $10,000 grant to support and present a collaborative effort between the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra and fifth grade students from Sussex County in June 2014.

The Challenge America Fast-Track category offers $10,000 matching grants to support projects that extend the reach of the arts to underserved populations whose opportunities to experience the arts are limited by geography, ethnicity,

in 4 5 . t R

economics, or disability.

Challenge America Fast-Track grants support to two major outcomes: public engagement with diverse and excellent art and livability, or the strengthening of communities through the arts.

In this FY 2014 funding round, the NEA received 294 eligible Challenge America Fast-Track applications requesting $2.94 million in funding.

The NEA will award 150 Challenge America Fast-Track grants totaling $1.5 million to organizations in 46 states, including 33 first-time NEA grantees, or 22 percent of all CAFT grantees in this round.

“We could not be more excited to receive this funding and recognition from the National Endowment of the Arts,” said Joshua M. Freeman Foundation Executive Director Patti Grimes.

“We recognize that access to the arts is sometimes limited by cost and geographic barriers, and with this grant we will be able to bring the talented musicians of the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra directly to a young audience. The final result should be fun and inspirational for all,” she said.

“The NEA was founded on the principle that the arts belong to all the people of the United States,” said NEA Senior Deputy Chairman Joan Shigekawa.

“We’re proud that Challenge America Fast-Track grants bring more opportu-

The Freeman Stage at Bayside, a program of the Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, is one of 150 not-for-profit organizations nationwide to receive an NEA Challenge America Fast-Track grant.

The Freeman Stage is recommended for a $10,000 grant to support and present a collaborative effort between the Mid-Atlantic Symphony Orchestra and fifth grade students from Sussex County in June 2014.

nities for arts engagement to underserved communities.”

The Joshua M. Freeman Foundation, a 501(c)3 nonprofit organization, was established in 2007 to honor Josh Freeman, the former chair of the Carl M. Freeman Foundation, after his untimely death in December of 2006.

The current focus of the Foundation

is The Freeman Stage at Bayside, an outdoor performing arts venue located near Fenwick Island, Del., which attracts an average of 40,000 visitors a year, including 10,000 outreach guests.

For more information, visit www.freemanfoundation.org or www.freemanstage.org or call 302436-3015.

Dine In • Carry Out • Delivery Caterinlge!

Availab

Homemade Pasta & More!

LUNCH SPECIAL (dine in only, 11-4) $5.99 Any 6 inch Hoagie (and soup or salad)

DAILY CHEF SPECIALS NIGHTLY SPECIALS (dine in only) Monday Buy One Pasta Dinner, Get One Half Price Tuesday Half Price Pizza Night

DAILY HAPPY HOUR 11am-7pm $1.75 domestic pts. • $3 rails • $4 House wine

Live Entertainment Fri., Dec. 20 ~ Monkee Paw Sat., Dec. 21 ~ The Stims

ROCK IN THE NEW YEAR

New Year’s 8:30 Seating

Salad Bar Apps Choice

Includes:

Entrees Choice

ef Rib Colossal Short Be Pot er m ea Seafood St il Ta r te bs Lo Tempura na Tu d ne ke Blac Chicken Neptune

Star Nashvilleharles Jimmy C 7pm

. 26th, Thursday, Decal guest ci w/spe

ton Chassidy Sta

302.927.0049

Plus, A Live Performance by

Broad Street

Fountain Chocolate av ailable also

Fondue Menu

furniture & sundries

Door to door driver service 4 Course Dinner* Soft Drinks and Party Punch Chocolate Fountain Party Favors Champagne Toast

Baked Brie E CK RO FISH CEVICH p Di ab Lobster & Cr rimp Key Lime BBQ Sh Scallops a lad Co a Blackened Piñ

Jayne’s Reliable

All For Just

$70

per person

, #( %)

$!

For Reservations or more Info: 302-436-2266 Regular early menu until 6:45 pm

# ' -

+

! $ ( #( & '($&

( &) # $ + &

* Your choice of Fondue or Chef prepared Dinner

#( %) ' (' #( $!! ( ! ' )&# ()&

with Goove Joose!

Call for reservations.

Rt.54, Harris Teeter Shopping Center Selbyville • 302.436.FOXS

# ' # $# $

Open Daily at 4:30 | 38018 Fenwick Shoals Blvd. Selbyville 2.2 miles west on Rt. 54 from Rt. 1

! (

$ '( ! #*

* + #* $(" ! $"

'! #

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Thunderbirds return to OC Air Show, June 14-15 (Dec. 20, 2013) Military jets will soar over the beach and Boardwalk of Ocean City once again next year as the U.S. Air Force Thunderbirds return to headline the OC Air Show, June 14-15.

The seventh annual edition of the event will be the only air show of the year in the mid-Atlantic region to feature the Thunderbirds. They last performed at the event in 2012.

The Thunderbirds will headline a full line-up of some of the nation’s top military and civilian performers including the U.S. Army Silver Wings Parachute Team and the GEICO Skytypers formation flight team.

The rest of the line-up will be announced in the months leading up to the event.

The Blue Angels, the U.S. Navy’s flight demonstration team also announced they will headline the 2015 OC Air Show. It will be the Blue Angels’ first full demonstration performance in Ocean City. The Blues did a delta formation flyover to start the practice day of the inaugural OC Air Show on June 9, 2008.

“The OC Air Show keeps getting bigger and better thanks to the support of the Town of Ocean City and the hundreds of thousands of spectators who come out to make it a success some from as far away

Bird watchers to gather for count

SENIOR SLANT

Rumors abound all over town that Santa’s a droid?

IRISH KEMP Contributing Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) T'was the week before Christmas all over town, rumors abound, that Santa wuz a droid…a title he's always managed to avoid. Freezing when flying his open-faced sleigh over OC, he wuz heard to shout “what's the matter with me? Am I crazy?"

"I'm a mess, a bodaciously, humongous bundle of ulcer producing stress. I'll pop in on Irish and sit at her table, she's smart at getting rid of labels. I'm no

US Air Force Thunderbirds return to headline the OC Air Show, June 14-15.

as New York, Ohio and the Carolinas,” said Bryan Lilley, president of the OC Air Show. “We’re absolutely delighted to have both of our nation’s military jet demonstration teams committed to fly OC over the next two years.”

For more information visit www.ocairshow.com or call 877-722-2927. Premium viewing tickets including the Flight Line Club VIP will go on sale next week. To request interviews with OC Air Show officials or USAF Thunderbird representatives, contact Cathy Bassett at 443-735-9577.

NANCY POWELL Staff Writer (Dec. 20, 2013) The annual Ocean City Christmas Bird Count is being held Saturday, Dec. 28.

The counts are held nationwide to assess the health of the bird population and to help guide action to conserve them.

Experienced bird watchers and novices will be searching for birds in a circle with a 7.5-mile radius centered about three quarters of a mile east of Berlin. The area covers the south end of Ocean City, the inlet, West Ocean City, the north end of Assateague as well as portions of the Pocomoke River bottoms.

Searchers look for birds of any kind from the ocean to fields,in marshes and on beaches. They typically search from dawn to dusk before gathering for a group tally and discussion of the day’s sightings.

The Ocean City count is the largest in terms of species found in the states of Maryland and Delaware. For the past two years, the birders have counted about 150 species.

Bird watchers are likely to see some white snowy owls, which have reportedly come to the area for food. Some have been spotted in recent weeks on Assateague.

Count organizer Jay Sheppard, a retired U.S. Fish and Wildlife official from Laurel, Md., said Wednesday that he hopes to have sightings of the snowy owl. There has not been a sighting of one during the Ocean City count in 65 years, he said.

To sign up to participate in the bird count, contact Sheppard, by e-mail at jmsheppar@aol.com, by Dec. 26.

LIFESTYLE 17B

OYSTERS

FISH

e t a r b e l e C

E V E S ’ R A E NEW Y n i l r e B in NNEW E W YEAR’S Y E A R ’SS EEVE VE

ORIGINAL OWNER OF BAHAMA MAMAS 30 YEARS!

CRABMEAT

SUPER LUMP

SHRIMP 5 LB BOX

$

CELEBRATION CELEBR RATION

23.99 $ 19.99

JUMBO LUMP $

Dec. 31, 2013

LB

10 p.m. - 1 a.m.

LB

49.99

(15 COUNT)

Berlin transforms into a mini Times Square with dancing in the streets, music, fabulous food, refreshments and plenty of entertainment.

PARTY SPECIALS ONLY

$

39.99

18 CRAB BALLS 20 JUMBO STEAMED SHRIMP CRAB DIP + CRACKERS

Count down the New Year with a ball drop at midnight.The festivities will take place at the intersection of Main Street and Broad Street.

ERNIE’S CHRISTMAS SPECIAL 6 JUMBO LUMP RAW $ .99 CRABCAKES TO GO

39

OPEN Fri - Tues 12-til

12523 Ocean Gateway Rt 50 & Keyser Point Rd Ocean City, MD 21842

443-664-5198

Beer To Go Next Door

See MRS. on Page 20B

Welcome

2w0ith1u4 s!

Horse and carriage rides will be available for a romantic tour of holiday decorations and lights starting at 8 PM.

18B LIFESTYLE

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Ocean City Today

LIFESTYLE 19B

Voting underway for lights contest SHEILA R. CHERRY Associate Editor/Bayside Gazette (Dec. 20, 2013) Need a happy holiday pick-me-up? Craving Christmas creations? The final entries for the “Light Up the Pines” lawn decorating contest are in and ready to be viewed.

Seasonal sightseers and voting residents can see the 12 displays of Christmas throughout the Ocean Pines community in either forward or reverse order at: 76 Ocean Parkway, 145 Ocean Parkway, 110 Windjammer Road, 259 Ocean Parkway, 32 Hingham Lane, 5 Oxford Court, 714 Ocean Parkway, 88 Brandywine Drive, 29 Liberty Street, 833 Ocean Parkway, 834 Ocean Parkway, and 122 Camelot Circle.

According Teresa Travatello, director of Marketing & Public Relations, for the first time, residents can vote in all four categories “People’s Choice,” “Most Creative,” “Most Lights” & “All-Around Top-Notch.”

Ocean Pines residents are being contacted and invited to fill out a survey for their picks of the “People’s Choice” award, Travatello said. “We are also asking for help with the other categories,”

she said.

The homes can also be viewed online at www.oceanpines.org/light-up-thepines.

Voting in the contest is as easy as submitting a name, address and phone number by e-mail to info@oceanpines.org, by fax to 410-6415581, by phone to 410-641-7717, or to the Ocean Pines Association in person or mail at 239 Ocean Pkwy., Ocean Pines, Md., 21811.

The deadline for voting is Jan. 1, 2014.

The winners will be announced after New Year’s Day, and all winners will receive prizes.

A basket full of goodies, along with a $50 gift card that can be used at any Ocean Pines amenities or gift shop, await the winner of each category, according to contest organizers. They said the winners will be contacted and announced after the judges have reviewed the houses during the week of Dec. 16.

The 2012 contest winners were Top Notch: Bert Witt at 181 Sandyhook Rd.; Most Lights: Lee and Barb Phillips at 76 Ocean Parkway; Most Creative: Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Long at 3 Watertown; and People’s Choice: John and Nancy Grunewald at 741 Ocean Parkway. The year 2012 was the first year the People’s Choice category was offered.

For more information, contact Travatello at 410-641-7717 ext. 3006.

Tuesday, December 31st Sandwiches ❘ Salads ❘ Cheeses ❘ Pate ❘ Deli Meats ❘ Bagels ❘ Scones Cookies ❘ Croissants ❘ Party Trays ❘ French Bread ❘ Spices Espresso ❘ Cappuccino ❘ Desserts By Rita ❘ Cookbooks ❘ Kitchen Gadgets

All Perishables 302.539.8550 • www.mccabbesgourmet.com Rt. 1 • York Beach Mall • South Bethany

50% OFF!

Open Christmas Eve & New Year’s Eve

hip S ! n Ca eliver e W rD o

20B LIFESTYLE

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

Mrs. Claus warns of Kemp’s treats SENIOR SLANT dummy, her daughter, Kathi, dropped by last week. There will be pounds of her delicious sugar cookies around.

Miz Santa warned Santa to beware, lest Irish tries to pass off her own nasty tasting, rock hard cookies that left you moaning and groaning for almost a year."

Brushing off a ton o' Irish Kemp snow, he dropped down to peek in windows below,

to see who was being good…as they oughta' should. It was bruising, cruising around Ocean City. He found the Fursts, Vince and Nadine Ryan, the Wagners, Mulhollands, the Kahns, Wands,Wise/Lam family, Karl and Mary May, Bocci, Burlin, Cains, Cymeks, Pantos, Betty and Ken, the Wingerts, Goughs, Biller and Millers and a boatload of Jones and Smiths.

He thunk they looked suspiciously cool. I'm no fool, someone must have blown my cover tonite. Next time I'll just

Continued from Page 17B

stay high in the sky and hover. "Am I crazy or what? I'm too old for this cockamania stuff. This is it, I quit," he muttered to himself.

His reindeers heard tho' their ears were frozen stiff totally miffed, they agreed to hang in there and get it over with. They begged Santa to go easy on the Scotch...and the reins cuz they were in such pain.

Thoroughly chilled, the reindeer headed for Delaware to check out the Fohls, Ebels, Whitmer, Leutner, Footes, Luckett, McCabe, McGregor, Sullivans, Arenas, O'Malleys, Pietruszka, Cains, SanScotts drucks,

and Sue Donham, the Tiers Nutwells, Yates,White, Kemps, Baun

chalks, Marthaand Gary, Biancaniellos and Guarinos, Holsons, Kellys, Stones O,'Hagans, O'Briens, the Tiers, Walshes, Whitmer, Howard and Kass and the Sweets and the Saurs, the Cathells and the Rothermels, Susan and Ann Brent. And Barbara and Sara and Anne at the Center.

Santa's' teeth chattered as he muttered to himself, "What's with those bad guys Bob Burns, Smith and Dobson. They're definitely in need of a mentor. Dee and

Irish and “The Man” Santa Claus in Ocean City.

Patti have their hands full keepin' 'em centered. I oughta' give them Irish's shrink, but the old broads so whacky, Lord knows what she'd think."

Santa found Dobson out on his office deck in zero degree weather, bundled up in electric blankets. The guy's nuts. He was ticked when Dobson asked him how he keeps his cheeks and nose so rosy. Like, as

PHOTO COURTESY IRISH KEMP

if he doesn't already know. Burns asked him the very same question a few hours later. Sticks and stones and chicken bones, those boomers will find in their stockings.

E'nuf of this tripe, I've had a bad nite.

"I'm outta here" he shouted as he flew outta sight. Merry Christmas and a happy New Year Y'all! C U IN OC ON CHRISTMAS EVE

OCEAN CITY OOCE CI Y SQUARE SSQUAR

1118TH ST ST. T BAYSIDE BA AYSIDE YSIDE O OCEAN CITY, MD

4410-524-2523

+DSS\ +RXU (YHU\GD\ )RRG 'ULQN 6SHFLDOV

' $ , //<< 6 3 ( & , $ / 6 Tues & Wed : $ 6 OFF All Entrees E ntrees 7KXUVGD\ 3ULFH %XUJHUV 7KXUVGD\ 3ULFH %XUJHUV

OC Square - 120th St. OC MD

410-524-2609 Ocean Cit Cityy S Square quare Shopping S hopping Center under Renovation Renovation & New Ne w Management Management Av a i l a b l e 6 0 0 t o 4 8 5 0 S F * R e t a i l * O f f i c e * M e d i c a l

Ocean City Stt & Coastal H Hwy, City Square Square 118th S wyy, Ocean City, City, MD 21842 Please P lease contact: contact: Lisa Coleman | 301.793.4628 email: lisa_coleman_landf@msn.co lisa_coleman_landf@msn.com lisacoleman.lnf.com oleman.lnff.com m | website: website: lisa coleman.lnf

REAL ESTATE MARKETPLACE Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013

WALK TO THE BEACH

This is your chance to own your own place away from home. One block from the beach with a pool. This 2-bedroom, 1-bath has a eat-in kitchen, large comfortable living room. It is the one for you. The perfect family getaway in just the right neighborhood. Little care required so you can enjoy the nice yard perfect for that BBQ. Best of all the price is ONLY $109,850 furnished. What more could you ask for? Call for a LOOK today.

NEW PRICE

111 134TH STREET

Larry Holdren Real Estate, Inc© 13901 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, MD

LIFESTYLE 21B

OWNER WANTS OUT

LOOK at this location in one of Ocean City finest neighborhoods. This cute and cozy 3-bedroom, 2-bath vacation getaway is just the one you’ve been looking for. If you want the most out of every dollar then this is the home for you. You’ll love the huge comfortable living room, modern kitchen with breakfast bar. Relax on your front porch, it will be just right for that special time of day. You will be proud to own this home for the REDUCED PRICE of $187,850. Call now to see this special property.

WE ARE OFTEN IMITATED BUT NEVER DUPLICATED! THE ORIGINAL Montego Bay Specialists since 1971.

JUST REDUCED

420 HARBOUR DRIVE

Larry Holdren Real Estate, Inc© 13901 Coastal Hwy., Ocean City, MD

For More Information Call 800-252-2223 • 410-250-2700

For More Information Call 800-252-2223 • 410-250-2700

NORTH OCEAN CITY HOME

MONTEGO BAY-OCEAN CITY

www.larryholdrenrealestate.com • email: holdren@intercom.net

www.larryholdrenrealestate.com • email: holdren@intercom.net

This 3BR/2BA home is located in the Montego Bay community in N. Ocean City.

The home is being sold with a 40’ x 90’ deeded lot with no ground lease attached.

Features include a split BR/BA floorplan, an eat-in kitchen, cathedral ceilings and cen. air. Outside there is a 10’ x 40’ porch, a utility shed and a 2-car parking pad.

Community amenities include pools, tennis, shuffleboard board and a bayfront boardwalk. The HOA fee is just $199/yr.

Listed at $145,000.

139 SANDY HILL DRIVE

This well-maintained 3BR/2BA rancher in located in the Montego Bay community in N. Ocean City & is within easy walking distance to the beach. The home features an open floor plan, a family room, a large eat-in kitchen, a huge floored attic for storage & central air. Outside there is a cement patio w/an electric awning, a large utility shed & 2-car parking pad. The community offers pools, tennis shuffleboard & min. golf all for just $199 a year. The home is being sold fully furnished & is being offered at $289,000.

Call Michael “Montego Mike” Grimes

Montego Bay Realty

Call Michael “Montego Mike” Grimes

montegomike@verizon.net www.montegobayrealty.com

108 S. Ocean Drive • Ocean City, MD

800-745-5988 • 410-250-3020 108 S. Ocean Drive • Ocean City, MD

DAY/TIME

Saturdays 11-4pm

ADDRESS

BR/BA

From $300,000

Heron Harbour Sales Office, 120th St., Bayside

1BR/2/BR3BR/4/BR+

Condo, Towns & SF

—

Assateague Point, Berlin

1BR/2BR/3BR

Mon-Fri 11-3

Villas, OC Inlet Isle

3BR/4BR

Daily 10-4

Sat Dec 28 10-3

PRICE

Condo, Town, Slips

Daily

Daily 10-5

STYLE

2 & 3BR/2 & 3.5BA

Heron Harbour Sales Office, 120th St., Bayside

Sundays 11-4pm

800-745-5988 • 410-250-3020

Harbour Island Sales Office, 14th St. & Bayside

Saturdays 11-4pm Sundays 11-4pm

13325 NANTUCKET ROAD

Harbour Island Sales Office, 14th St & Bayside

Gateway Grand – 48th Street

Eleven 11 Edgewater – Edgewater Ave. 601 Bayshore Drive, OC

1BR/2/BR/3BR/4/BR+

2 & 3BR/2 & 3.5BA

3 & 4BR, 3BA 3BR, 2.5BA

4BR/4.5BA

Condo, Towns & SF

Montego Bay Realty montegomike@verizon.net www.montegobayrealty.com

AGENCY/AGENT

ERA Holiday RE/Nanette Pavier

—

ERA Holiday/Nanette Pavier

Mobile

From 100,000

Resort Homes/Tony Matrona

Condo

$795,000

Condominium Realty/Fritschle Group

Condo, Town, Slips

Condo

Condo

Single Family

From $300,000

From $904,900

From $595,000

$929,900

ERA Holiday RE/Sherry Dare

ERA Holiday/Nanette Pavier

Condominium Realty/Fritschle Group

Condominium Realty/Fritschle Group

CBRB/Nancy Reither

Ocean City Today

OUT&ABOUT PAGE 22B

FRIDAY, DEC. 20 BINGO — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City. Doors open at 5 p.m. and games begin at 6:30 p.m. Refreshments for sale. Info: 410524-7994.

SATURDAY, DEC. 21 GLAMOUR GIRL ‘SPA DAY’ — Held 1-4 p.m.

Perfect day for girls ages 4-10. Pre-registration required. Info: Ocean Pines Recreation, 410-641-7052.

PANCAKE BREAKFAST — VFW, Post 8296, 104 66th St., bayside in Ocean City, 8-11 a.m.

A $5 donation for all-you-can-eat pancakes or 2-2-2, two eggs, two pancakes and two bacon slices, includes coffee and juice. Bloody Marys cost $3. Info: 410-524-8196.

FARMERS MARKET — White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway in Ocean Pines, 8 a.m. to noon. Produce, farm fresh eggs, organic goods, herbs, fresh cut flowers, soaps, jelly, homemade baked goods and honey are among items available.

LUNCH WITH SANTA — 28th Street Pit and Pub, 2706 N. Philadelphia Ave., Ocean City, 1-4 p.m. Children’s activities include arts and crafts, cupcake decorating, bake sale and goodies from Santa. Sponsored by Ravens Roost #58. Info: 443-497-2040 or 443-9444763.

MONDAY, DEC. 23 DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS MEETS WEEKLY — The Delmarva Chorus, Sweet Adeline’s, under the direction of Carol Ludwig, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, White Horse Park. Women interested in learning the craft of a cappella singing welcome. Info: 410-208-4171.

HAND DANCING — House of Welsh, 1106 Coastal Highway, Fenwick, Del. Free lessons from 6-7 p.m., open dancing 7-10 p.m. No cover charge. Info: DC Hand Dance Club, 302541-0728.

TUESDAY, DEC. 24 CHRISTMAS EVE CANDLELIGHT SERVICE — Bethany United Methodist Church, 8648 Stephen Decatur Highway, Berlin, 7 p.m. Featuring singing of Christmas carols, a message of hope and the singing of Silent Night to candlelight. Service is open to all ages. Info: 410641-2186.

THURSDAY, DEC. 26 BEACH SINGLES — Every Thursday, Beach

www.oceancitytoday.net Singles 45-Plus meets for happy hour at Harpoon Hanna’s, Route 54 and the Bay, Fenwick Island, Del., 4 p.m. Info: Arlene, 302-436-9577; Kate, 410-524-0649; or Dianne, 302-541-4642.

BINGO — American Legion Post 166, 2308 Philadelphia Ave., in Ocean City, every Thursday, year round. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. Food available. Open to the public. Info: 410-289-3166.

FREE FLY CASTING LESSONS — Meet at the Veterans Memorial parking lot, 4 p.m., rain or shine. Fishing will take place at the South Gate pond. All ages are welcome. Take fly casting tackle if you have it. Joe Reynolds will cover everything from the basic total beginner category to those with more advanced skills and experience. If interested, contact joe@outdoors.net.

ONGOING EVENTS WINTERFEST OF LIGHTS — Northside Park, 200 125th St. in Ocean City, through Jan. 1.

Hours are Sunday through Thursday, 5:309:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday, 5:3010:30 p.m. Heated Winterfest Village pavilion will offer hot chocolate, Yukon Cornelius’ gift shop and photos with Santa. Tour hundreds of themed, animated, lighted displays on the Winterfest Express. Cost $5 for adults, children 11 and younger ride free. Info: 800-OCOCEAN or 410-250-0125.

HORSE & CARRIAGE RIDES ON THE BOARDWALK — Weather and ridership permitting, horse and carriage rides will board passengers near Thrasher’s at the Inlet lot and travel around the pier and down the Boardwalk to Fourth Street and back on Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., through April 30. Cost is $10 per person, kids 3 and younger ride free. Info: Randy Davis, 443-7831409.

VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS — Historic Berlin, through Dec. 31. Visit Santa at the Visitors Center weekends through Dec. 22, from noon to 2 p.m. Carriage rides every weekend from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. New Year’s Eve Ball Drop, Dec. 31, 9 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Info: berlinchamber.org.

PINE’EER CRAFT AND GIFT SHOP OPEN — Pine’eer Craft and Gift Shop, White Horse Park, 239 Ocean Parkway, Ocean Pines. Shop will be open Dec. 21, 22, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Shop features handcrafted home décor, jewelry and fashion accessories created by members of the Pine’eer Craft Club. Dec. 22 is closing day for the year. The shop will reopen in the spring of 2014.

CPR/AED, BLS AND FIRST AID COURSES — The American Heart Association is offering these life saving skills. Great for families, communities with pools, teachers, construction workers, lifeguards, coaches, physical trainers, camp counselors. Also Basic Life Support

training for medical professionals, pharmacists, dentists, doctors, CNA’s, LPN’s, RN’s or nursing students. Weekly classes offered. Sign up: 302-462-5594.

KIWANIS CLUB OF GREATER OP-OC — Meets every Wednesday at 8 a.m. in the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway.

Doors open at 7 a.m. October through April.

Info: 410-641-7330.

GRIEFSHARE — Grief recovery support group.

Fall cycle begins Oct. 30, 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sign up: Carole, 301-509-2002 or griefshare.org.

Sponsored by SonRise Church, 10959 Worcester Highway, Berlin.

AUMC THRIFT SHOP — Atlantic United Methodist Church, 105 Fourth St., in Ocean City. Now open Monday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Info: 410-289-4458.

FREE DIABETES SUPPORT GROUPS — Takes place the third Wednesday of each month at Snow Hill library, 307 N. Washington St., 1-2 p.m., and the third Thursday of each month at Pocomoke library, 301 Market St., 1-2 p.m.

Anyone interested in learning more about diabetes and its treatment is invited to attend.

Info: Worcester County Health Department, Prevention Services, 410-632-0056.

FRIENDS OF THE OCEAN CITY LIBRARY — Group meets the first Friday of each month at 1 p.m in the library meeting room. Discussions on library and volunteer needs and often include interesting speakers. Followed by refreshments. New Friends always welcome.

DIAKONIA THRIFT SHOP — Used to be Mine, Route 611 and Sunset Avenue, Wednesday through Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Newly expanded and redecorated. Furniture, clothing, toys and linens. Info: 410-213-0243.

WIDOWS & WIDOWERS SOCIAL CLUB — Luncheon meeting, third Tuesday, 1 p.m., Ocean Pines. Info: 410-208-1398.

FIRST STATE DETACHMENT OF THE MARINE CORPS LEAGUE MONTHLY MEETINGS — Meetings are held on the fourth Wednesday of each month at VFW Post 8296, 104 66th St., Ocean City, 7 p.m. Open to all fellow Marines and FMF Corpsmen. Info: Rick Holmes, 302988-1056.

HELP FOR VETERANS — Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road, third Wednesday of each month, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Michelle Licata, a representative from the Maryland Department of Veterans Affairs, is on hand to help veterans (of any conflict) with whatever help they need in navigating available VA programs, need special assistance, etc. Info: Licata, 410-7133482.

COMPUTER AND E-READER INSTRUCTION — Ocean City library, 10003 Coastal Highway.

Staff offers individual computer or E-Reader instruction by appointment: 410-524-1818.

DECEMBER 20, 2013

HELP FOR PHARMACEUTICAL DRUG ABUSE — Call Narconon for a free brochure on the signs of addiction for all types of drugs. Narconon also offers free assessments and referrals: 877-413-3073 or www.narcononworks.com.

AARP — Ocean City AARP 1917 meets the second Thursday of each month (except July and August) at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church). Social begins at 9:30 a.m., meeting at 10 a.m. Info: aarp1917.org.

SINGING MESSAGES — Members of the Delmarva Chorus of Sweet Adelines International, is available for singing songs locally for birthdays, anniversaries, Valentine’s Day or any special occasion. Your special someone will be serenaded with two songs at the locations of your choice. Cost is $25. Available 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Call 410-641-5091.

WOMEN SUPPORTING WOMEN FUNDRAISER — Recycle old cell phones to benefit Women Supporting Women. Old phones will be dismantled and the parts recycled for 911 calls. Drop off at the Ocean Pines library, 11107 Cathell Road or at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway or contact Sheila Hodges, 301-7751968.

HELP WITH HOME HEATING BILLS — SHORE UP! Inc. is accepting applications from persons who need help paying their home heating and electric bills. Residents of Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester counties who meet state income guidelines may qualify for assistance. To receive help, an individual must complete an Energy Assistance application and provide supporting documentation. Info: 410-341-9634 or 410-749-1142.

SUNDAY NIGHT SERENITY AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Berlin Nursing & Rehabilitation Center, 9715 Healthway Drive, 7:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY NIGHT BAYSIDE BEGINNINGS AL-ANON FAMILY GROUP MEETING — Ocean Pines Community Center, 235 Ocean Parkway, 7:30 p.m.

POSITIVE OUTLOOK THRIFT SHOP — Positive Outlook Thrift Shop, 12637 Ocean Gateway, Trlr 2, West Ocean City, Monday and Wednesday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Located next to Seaside Christian Academy behind White Marlin Mall. Info: 410-2516971. Sponsored by OC Baptist Church.

THE SHEPHERD’S NOOK THRIFT SHOP — Community Church at Ocean Pines, 11227 Racetrack Road. Open Wednesdays, Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Accepting donations of gently worn clothes and small household items.

SUICIDE GRIEVERS’ SUPPORT GROUP — Worcester County Health Department, 9730 Healthway Drive, Berlin at 6 p.m., on the

DECEMBER 20, 2013

OUT & ABOUT third Wednesday of each month. Open to anyone who has lost a friend or loved one to suicide. Free of charge. Info: 410-629-0164 or www.jessespaddle.org.

TOWN AND COUNTRY GARDEN CLUB — Meets the third Wednesday of each month at Bethany Lutheran Church, 817 Camden Ave., Salisbury. The club welcomes new members.

Enables members to experience horticulture and flower designing and encourages civic beautification. Contact: Dixie D. Eddye, 410883-2718.

SIMPLE SUPPER — Knights of Columbus, 9901 Coastal Highway (rear of St. Luke’s Church) in Ocean City, last Wednesday of each month, 5-7 p.m. Cost is $5 for adults and $2 for children 11 and younger. Reservations: 410-524-7994.

GAMBLER’S ANONYMOUS — W.A.C.S., 11827 Ocean Gateway, Ocean City, Thursdays, 8 p.m.

Ocean City Today THRIFT SHOP HOURS — Stevenson United Methodist Church Thrift Shop, 5 Stevenson Lane, Berlin. Sale days every Friday from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. Thrift Shop hours: Wednesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

DELMARVA SWEET ADELINE CHORUS MEETS WEEKLY — The Delmarva Sweet Adeline Chorus, under the direction of Carol Ludwig, meets each Monday from 7-9 p.m., at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, White Horse Park. Women interested in learning and singing in a barbershop format are welcome. Info: 410-208-4171.

FARMERS & FLEA MARKET — 3 Market St., downtown Pocomoke, along the Pocomoke River, Fridays and Saturdays, 7 a.m. to noon. No vendor fees. Info: Angela Manos, downtown coordinator Pocomoke City, 410-603-1178.

DEMOCRATIC WOMEN’S CLUB — Meets the third Monday of every month at the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway.

Coffee at 9:30 a.m., followed by meeting at 10 a.m. Guests and new members welcome. Info: www.womensclub.worcestercountydems.com.

OCFVC LADIES AUXILIARY MEETING — Ladies Auxiliary of the Ocean City Volunteer Fire Company meets first Monday of each month at 7 p.m. at West Ocean City Fire Station, second floor, Keyser Point Road. New members welcome.

SONS OF ITALY IN OCEAN CITY — Fraternal organization for men and women. Meets the first Thursday of each month at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 9901 Coastal Highway. Info: Rita Tindall, 410-208-9698.

SQUARE DANCE WORKSHOP — Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway, Wednesdays, 7:15-9:15 p.m. All are welcome.

Info: 410-208-6777.

OCEAN CITY AARP CHAPTER 1917 — Group meets at the O.C. Elks Lodge, 13708 Sinepuxent Ave., Ocean City, second Thursday of each month 9:30 a.m. Info: 410-250-4533.

OCEAN CITY LIFE-SAVING STATION MUSEUM — Located at the south end of the Boardwalk, 813 S. Atlantic Ave., museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City’s past with exhibits of shipwrecks and beachwear. Also mermaid displays, sands from around the world, aquarium room and Davy Jones’ locker.

New exhibit, “The Boardwalk of Yesterday.”

Unique gift shop. Admission is $3 for adults, $2 for seniors 63 and older and active duty military, $1 for children ages 6-17 and free for children 5 years and younger. Free for members and a guest. AAA discounts. Open November through April, weekends only. During winter months, call for hours. Info: 410-2894991 or www.ocmuseum.org.

ART LEAGUE OF OCEAN CITY — Art League of Ocean City, 502 94th St. Continuous exhibits featuring local and regional artists, complemented by a monthly reception held the first Friday of the month, from 5-7 p.m. Light refreshments offered. Free and open to the public. Gallery open Tuesday through Thursday, 1-4 p.m.; Friday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Saturday and Sunday, 1-4 p.m. Info: 410-524-9433 or www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

LIFE AFTER LOSS — Community Church at Ocean Pines, Room 38 in the Thomas McKelvey Family Life Center, 11227 Racetrack Road, second and fourth Tuesday of each month, 11 a.m. Non-denominational support group for those who would like help in coping with any type of loss. Info: 410-641-5433.

HABITAT WORCESTER SEEKS LAND DONATIONS — Lots of any size located within

OUT&ABOUT 23B

Worcester County that are zoning approved as category R1, R2 and R3 may be appropriate.

Properties must have a clean title with no outstanding liens or back taxes due. Acceptance of any potential land donation is contingent on approval of current site survey and other property detail. Lots must have to have clear access from a county or town road and be free of historical, architectural or any minimum square footage stipulations. Interested land owners can contact: P.O. Box 1327, Berlin, MD 21811; inquire@HabitatWorcester.org; or 410208-4440.

SUSSEX STITCHERS BY THE SEA — Meets at the South Coastal Library in Bethany Beach, the fourth Monday of each month at 10 a.m.

The groups needlework involves various techniques — embroidery, crewel, cross-stitch, smocking, knitting, quilting, etc. All levels of stitchers welcome. Info: 410-208-9386, 302378-4358 or 302-893-3207.

Crossword answers from page 12B

24B LIFESTYLE

Ocean City Today

DECEMBER 20, 2013