Trimper Rides Special Needs

Day scheduled for May 21

was the perfect spot.”

“To Beach Their Own,” written by Charles, Bill DiLuigi and Pete Sallis, is now streaming on all music platforms. The release of the video will be announced soon.

Charles is hopeful for another CMT.com debut of his video. The song has already started playing on many Trop Rock Radio stations.

“[The] song just puts a smile on my face every time I hear it and instantly gets me in a great mood and ready to hit the beach,” Charles said. “I’m hoping it does that for everyone who listens.”

Stream the song at https://jimmycharles.hearnow.com/to-beachtheir-own.

(May 12, 2023) Trimper Rides has announced that May 21 is Special Needs Day at amusements on the Boardwalk, and that groups that support special needs individuals and program will be able to receive a discount on ride passes that day.

The observance began in 2020, when Trimper Rides welcomed the Autistic Children’s Support Group of Worcester County, a group started by a Trimper Rides Board Member and shareholder, Wendy DiBou.

Each year company managers meet with DiBou and coordinates with her group leaders to bring those that are part of autistic children’s support organization an opportunity to enjoy the park as a group.

This year, Trimper Rides is inviting more special needs groups to participate.

In addition, the company is working with the Ocean City Life Saving Museum to provide a “quiet place” that day where anyone attending

Special Needs Day may go to get away from the lights and sounds of the park. There will be no additional cost for entry into the Ocean City Life Saving Museum on May 21 for people participating in Special Needs Day.

Guests must have a code for a discount and all codes are provided through an organization. All organizations requests must be received by May 12. To receive a discount code call 410-289-8617 or email marketing@trimperrides.com.

For more information on Special Needs Day, go to www.trimperrides.com/trimperevents/special-needs-day-atTrimper-rides/

Guests must have a code for a discount and all codes are provided through an organization. All organizations requests must be received by May 12. To receive a discount code call 410-289-8617 or email marketing@trimperrides.com.

Summer Night Jams kickoff

May 18 at John Smith Park

(May 12, 2023) Summer Night Jams return to Worcester County Recreation and Parks this summer.

These free, family friendly festivities take place May 18, June 22, and July 15 from 5:30-7:30 p.m.

May 18 is Sports Night at John Walter Smith Park in Snow Hill. Bring the family and get set to run and play. This night will be full of sports and team games.

June 22 is Outdoor Adventure Night at Newtown Park in Pocomoke.

Fish, kayak, play, and explore the great outdoors.

July 15 is Water Fun at Northern Worcester Athletic Complex in Berlin. Cool off from the summer heat, so wear a bathing suit and water shoes, and get ready to get wet.

For more information about the Summer Night Jams series, contact Tyler Keiser at 410-632-2144, ext. 2505 or email tkeiser@marylandscoast.org. No registration is required.

Gold Badge Member Lewis dedicated 35 years to OC

By Steve Price Contributing Writer

(May 12, 2023) This week we have the opportunity recognize Gold Badge member Ben Lewis. Ben retired after 35 years working as the director of quality assurances for America’s Division at the Crown, Cork and Seal Co. manufacturing plant in Fruitland, Maryland. He then started a 2nd career working for the Town of Ocean City as a supervisor at for the Public Works / Maintenance Division. Ben is currently retired and “living the dream” with his wife, Diane, in Roanoke, Virginia.

Ben has been a member of the

OCVFC for 58 years. He served as a cadet from 1962 through 1963, joining the Volunteer Fire Company in the spring of 1965. Firefighter Lewis served in a variety of roles during his 29 years of active service, including both as a line officer and as an administrative officer.

As a line officer, he served as captain on the 1939 Persch 75-foot ladder truck; lieutenant on Engine 712, a 1967 Ford, and captain on our 1st Tanker, a 1974 International (This writer can vividly recall Firefighter Lewis responding on the Tanker to any fire in West Ocean City).