Discover fun, food, shopping and events of downtown OC Downtown Ocean City, Maryland! A world class resort, a strong community! Ocean City, Maryland is known as “The mid-Atlantic vacation destination” for all ages, with unique activities and events throughout the year. This seaside community is proud of its countless highlights, including accolades placing Ocean City as one of the “Best of the Best,” “Top Beach Resorts” in the United States for 2022! TripAdvisor, an online travel research company agrees! Over the past year, TripAdvisor re-
ceived over 4,000 highly ranked reviews on their popular social media and review ranking platforms. Flattering comments and recommendations included feedback on Ocean City’s accommodations, boutiques, specialty shops, culinary finds, entertainment venues, events and recreational activities, legendary fishing and charters, with huge kudos regarding our clean beaches and world boardwalk. What sets Ocean City, Maryland apart from the rest? According to Glenn Irwin, Executive Director of
Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC), “When you visit our seaside town and downtown district, you are not only visiting a vacation resort, you are visiting a community where business owners and residents take pride in this special place they call “home,” a place where they employ thousands, make improvements, all while welcoming visitors from throughout the Mid-Atlantic region of the US and many more areas.” Helping set the helm for Ocean City’s downtown improvements is OCDC. Established in 2000, OCDC is
a nonprofit organization with a small, hardworking staff, a volunteer board of directors charged with the mission of revitalizing downtown Ocean City, Maryland and establishing a sense of character, charm and community for visitors, residents and businesses. “Downtown Ocean City is a destination within a grand destination, where beautiful history and new visions collide,” said Irwin. “Our historic Boardwalk set along the Atlantic coast is ranked one of “America’s Favorites” by the Travel Channel and is Continued to Page 4
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Take walking tour of OC history downtown Continued from Page 1 filled with a vast variety of restaurants, stores and arcades. “It’s perfect to explore on foot, a morning bike ride with plenty of bike rentals available, or via the ever-popular Boardwalk Tram System, from noon into the evening hours, where you will find friendly locals, full of hospitality, escorting the way as tram drivers and conductors from noon into the evening hours. Other than accommodations, and eateries, there are fine dining restaurants, amusements, retail shopping, and a thriving nightlife.” Discover the history in downtown Ocean City, Maryland! Downtown Ocean City blends culture and history into your vacation! OCDC’s Walking Tour of Downtown Ocean City is downloadable on the OCDC website, OCDC.org, or you can pick up a copy at the OCDC Information Cottage located between N. Division and Caroline Streets on the Ocean City Boardwalk. Using the guided map, you can view historic buildings, learn their stories, while enjoying downtown stores, restaurants and eateries, and discovering accommodations you may not be aware of. The Ocean City Fishing Pier, dating back to 1907, is an iconic struc-
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ture elevated over the Atlantic Ocean. It’s a mainstay for fishing enthusiasts or the perfect place to take a walk along it and enjoy the view. The pier is connected to Jolly Roger’s at the Pier Amusement Park. The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum is housed in an original structure that dates back to 1878. Visitors can explore relics from Ocean City’s maritime past. Kids of all ages enjoy Trimper’s Rides and Jolly Roger at the Pier. Since 1893, Trimper’s is the oldest continuously family-owned and operated amusement park in the world. The Trimper’s Carousel, the oldest continually operated carousel in America, had existed in the same location for generations, since 1912. OCDC sponsors and co-sponsors many FREE special events throughout the downtown community including: • OC Cruzers at Somerset Plaza — eight select Sundays starting in May from 3 to 6 p.m. Sunset Park Party Nights Summer Concert Series — every Thursday in July and August, 7 to 9 p.m. Marlin Fest, Aug. 8-12, 3 to 9 p.m., located at the Ocean City inlet this year. Enjoy big screen coverage of the White Marlin Open weigh-ins and view boats as they make their way to
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Harbour Island. Vendors, food trucks, great beverages and live music. Get to know OCDC! Become a member or sponsor! OCDC offers a wide range of programs, servicing the downtown Ocean City community of businesses and residents, located from the Ocean City Inlet to 17th Street, and the ocean to the bay. These programs include renovations or restorations to
building facades, installation of energy efficient products, assistance in locating or expanding businesses, and projects to add art throughout the downtown community. We welcome you to become a member or sponsor to help further support the economic vitality of downtown Ocean City, Maryland! For more information, log onto www.OCDC.org.
Families stroll along Ocean City’s famous Boardwalk. Although it is a main attraction, it isn’t the only attraction in the resort’s downtown area.
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Info cottage great resource for OC visitors With so many changes, getting good answers makes difference The Information Cottage, on the Boardwalk between Caroline and North Division Streets, is chocked full of the latest information on OC business, restaurants, hotels amusements and tours. Your questions can be answered by our knowledgeable, local staff and volunteers. Get the best coupons, and latest info on what’s happenings on the beach and throughout town. So many new restaurants and hotels ... new rules for the bikes, buses, trams, parking ... it’s hard to keep track. Sometimes the internet can cause information overload. Come by and speak to us in person. Get just the right answers to your specific needs. Volunteer at the Cottage — It’s a really fun way to spend a summer afternoon or evening. Shifts still available 12-4pm or 4-8pm. For more information, call Mary Ann at 703-731-6515, email: events@ocdc.org. OC Businesses — Free Advertising Let us make this summer a little easier on you. We will promote your business or event by making your latest information available to the thousands of tourists that stop to visit us this season. Get us your advertising materials! (Posters, flyers, rack cards, specials, etc. Pick up available, call 703-731-6515) The Information Cottage is a service provided by Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) and the Town of Ocean City.
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OCDC has grants for improvements Financial assistance now available for upgrades to downtown buildings The Ocean City Development Corporation (OCDC) has been awarded Façade and Green Building Initiative Program funds from the Maryland Department of Housing & Community Development (DHCD) for exterior improvements. It also offers roof improvement funds and is accepting applications from downtown property owners, businesses, and residents. These grant funds are targeted for buildings within the designated area that are located south of 15th Street between the Boardwalk and the Bay as well as properties along the west side of Philadelphia Avenue and both sides of St. Louis Avenue south of
17th Street. Eligible buildings including commercial, residential, buildings with a mix of uses (such as first floor retail and upper floor residential), seasonal employee housing, and single-family houses. Condominium units of six or less units also are eligible. Buildings must be at least 25 years of age. The OCDC Façade Improvement Program can provide a grant up to one-third of the costs of exterior renovation. The maximum grant amount available to an applicant is $7,500. Such improvements may include new exterior siding, porches, exterior stairways, and other exterior improvements. Lighting, fencing, and landscaping are also eligible as part of a comprehensive renovation project.
The OCDC Green Building Initiatives Program can receive a separate grant to one-third of the costs of costs for installation of Energy Star rated exterior doors and windows. Other costs are eligible, too. The OCDC Roof Program provides up one-third the costs up to $2,000 for a new roof to buildings in the eligible district. If you are interested in this program or would like additional information on the OCDC programs, please contact the OCDC office at (410) 289-7739 or stop by the OCDC office at 108 Dorchester Street in downtown Ocean City. Learn more by logging onto the OCDC website, www.OCDC.org. The OCDC is a nonprofit organization charged with revitalizing downtown Ocean City.
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White Marlin sculpture turns 20 years old In 2002, the OCDC and its Public Art Committee commissioned noted Eastern Shore artist, Paul Lockhart, to complete this artwork. This 14foot tall, stainless steel sculpture provides a grand entrance into Ocean City from the Route 50 Bridge. It is also one of the best photo opportunity spots in Ocean City. Donations to the OCDC paid for this landmark artwork. The water feature was added in 2003 and is well maintained by the City’s Recreation and Parks Department. This was the OCDC’s first public art project with many more to follow. Other OCDC public art projects can be viewed at its website at www.ocdc.org.
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This stainless steel white marlin has been greeting motorists at the base of the Route 50 bridge for 20 years.
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The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum is gathering local accounts of how the covid-19 pandemic affects life in the resort.
Museum builds history of pandemic’s effect Asks residents to send in personnal accounts about how covid affected them The Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum has launched a new project called “Save Our Stories” and is asking community members to send in their accounts as to how covid-19 has
affected them. Covid-19 has affected everyone in different ways and each story that is submitted will help future generations understand how the pandemic changed this community. Questions such as, “How did news of the virus affect your summer vacation? Your school-age child? Your local business or your everyday rou-
tine?” will help the museum to gather a variety of perspectives and accounts. The submissions can be a specific experience, direct answers to the online prompt questions, or a combination. No story is too long or too short. The community’s participation in this project plays a crucial role in the
success of “Save Our Stories.” “This is an opportunity for everyone’s experience to be acknowledged and valued as what will be a piece of history,” said museum Curator Christine Okerblom. To submit, visit the museum website – ocmuseum.org – and for additional information, contact Christine@ocmuseum.org.
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Residents and visitors LOVE Ocean City May Events Ocean City Springfest May 5-8, located in the inlet lot at the south end of Ocean City’s Boardwalk. Four days of delicious food, live entertainment and arts and crafts. Event Hours (rain or shine) Thursday – Saturday: 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sunday: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Admission is FREE! www.oceancitymd.gov
Ocean City Downtown Development Corporation’s (OCDC) Somerset Street Plaza Cruzer Event Enjoy viewing classic cars on display. May 8, located between the Ocean City Boardwalk and South Baltimore Avenue. 3 to 6 p.m. Admission is Free! www.ocdc.org
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, Wine Night at the Museum May 12, located at the south point end of Ocean City’s Boardwalk. 5 to 7 p.m. Admission is FREE! www.ocmuseum.org Fight the Bite Lyme Awareness 5k May 14, located in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City’s Boardwalk. Check-in and warm up 8 to 8:55 a.m., race will begin 9 a.m. $25 early registration, $30 morning of event. www.fightthebiteoc.com Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum, International Museum Day Open House May 18, located at the south point end of Ocean City’s Boardwalk. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is FREE! www.ocmuseum.org
Cruisin’ Ocean City Boardwalk Parade with cars on display at the Inlet Parking Lot May 19, 20 and 21, located on Ocean City’s Boardwalk, with over 2,000 unique vehicles including hot rods, classics, customs, and trick trucks, music vendors and many other fun activities throughout the weekend. View cars on display at the inlet parking lot. www.specialeventpro.com/ cruisin-ocean-city.com Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum’s Blue Star Museum Program May 21, located at the south point end of Ocean City’s Boardwalk. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Admission is free to the nations active duty military personnel and their families, including National Guard and Reserves. Adults $5.00, Seniors (62+) and youth (12-18 years of age) $3.00, Children (age 11 and under) FREE. www.ocmuseum.org
2022 OCDC Sunset Park Party Nights Free Concerts — Open to the Public — 7 p.m. Sunset Park is located at S. Division St. and Philadelphia Ave. on the bay next to the U.S. Coast Guard Station
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7/7/22 . . . . . . . . . . . . Saved by Zero (80’s rock cover band) 7/14/22 . . . . . . . . . . . Teenage Rust (Classic Rock) 7/21/22 . . . . . . . . . . . Tranzfusion (Classic Rock) 7/28/22 . . . . . . . . . . . Monkee Paw (Variety) 8/4/22 . . . . . . . . . . . . British Invasion Experience (Beatles Tribute and more) 8/11/22 . . . . . . . . . . . Eclipse (Journey Tribute) 8/18/22 . . . . . . . . . . . Full Circle (Modern and Classic Pop and Rock) 8/25/22 . . . . . . . . . . . The Dunehounds (Jam Band) Note: Beverages, including beer and wine, to be sold by O.C. Rec Boosters at above music events. All proceeds are used for youth programs is Ocean City. Attendees are recommended to bring your own chairs. SPONSORED BY: The Ocean City Development Corporation & the Town of Ocean City.
Ocean City Recreation Boosters handle the beverage sales at the concerts at Sunset Park.
2022 Somerset Plaza Special Events For the 20th year, we are pleased to present the
O.C. Cruzers Car Display On select Sundays on Somerset Plaza Located on Somerset Street between the Boardwalk and South Baltimore Avenue All events start at 3 P.M.
5/8/22 . . . . . . . . . . . O.C. Cruzers – DJ Music 6/5/22 . . . . . . . . . . . Beach Bandits Duo – Rock / Blues 6/19/22 . . . . . . . . . . O.C. Cruzers – DJ Music 7/17/22 . . . . . . . . . . Rob Fahey – Rock 8/14/22 . . . . . . . . . . Nate Clendenen – Rock/ Country 9/4/22 . . . . . . . . . . . O.C. Cruzers – DJ Music 9/18/22 . . . . . . . . . . O.C. Cruzers – DJ Music 10/23/22 . . . . . . . . . Bilenki Duo – Classic Rock Somerset Plaza is a semi-pedestrian street that is closed to all vehicular traffic during these special events. For additional information about these events contact the OCDC at (410)289-7739 or www.ocdc.org.
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