Grace Center sneaker drive extended into month

(July 28, 2023) The new or used athletic shoe fundraiser drive to support the programs offered at the Grace Center for Maternal and Women’s Health in Berlin held in May and June was such a success that it has been extended through the end of August.

According to a news release, any gently worn, used, or new sneakers may be donated to be turned in for cash to members of the Grace Center to benefit the environment when they are shredded and recycled to be used in road construction.

As children get ready to return to school, it’s the perfect time to get rid of outgrown sneakers rather than throwing them out - no matter the condition. And everyone in the community can participate.

Sneaker donations may be dropped off at the Grace Center for Maternal and Women’s Health at 10226 Old Ocean City Blvd., Unit 2, Berlin, MD 21811 - across from Atlantic General Hospital. Call 443-5134124 for questions or directions.

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Highest Honor

OC Lions Sarah Hooper and Greg Cathell recently received the Melvin Jones Award from outgoing President Norm Cathell. Named for the founder of the Lions Club International, the award is the highest honor from the Lions Club.

Award Winner

OC Lion Club First Vice President Scott Stark, left, poses with outgoing Lions President Norm Cathell after recently receiving the Arnall Patz Fellowship. Stark was recognized for his service and support of the Lions Vision and Research Foundation at The Johns Hopkins Wilmer Eye Institute.

Kiwanis Speaker

Pictured, from left, are Kiwanis Club of Ocean Pines - Ocean City President Bob Wolfing, Executive Director of the Art League of Ocean CIty Rina Thaler and Art League Development Director Nancy Dofflemyer at the July 12 weekly summer meeting at the Ocean Pines Library. Thaler spoke to attendees about the activities and efforts of the art league, as well as the programs the group offers to the community.

Winning Artists

The winners of the Worcester County Arts Council’s recent juried art competition, “Summertime,” pose together during an awards ceremony. David Simpson won first place for his oil painting,“Morning Glow;” Ellen Lawler placed second for “Scurry, Scurry,” a watercolor; and Judy Benton won third place for her collage, “A Bouquet to Endure.” Honorable mention awards were given to Patti Backer, Kathryn Redden and Tia Tuvesson. The winning artwork was selected by local artist Grover Cantwell. The exhibit will be on display through July 31. Gallery hours are 11 a.m to 3 p.m., Tuesday through Sunday, at 6 Jefferson St. in downtown Berlin. The artwork is available for purchase.

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Lion Of The Year

Steve McMillan, left, recently received the OC Lion of the Year award from outgoing President Norm Cathell. McMillan was honored for his work as club secretary, organizing community vision screenings and leading the Adopt A Highway clean-up project.