Ocean City`s Business - Greater Ocean City, Maryland Chamber of

Ocean City’s
Greater Ocean City, MD
Chamber of Commerce
12320 Ocean Gateway
Ocean City, MD 21842
www.oceancity.org
[email protected]
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Office
Fax
Business
410 . 213 . 0144
410 . 213 . 7521
October 2015
Annual Chamber Awards Celebration
Congratulations to our Distinguished Honorees!
Young Professional of The Year - Matt James ~ Carousel Hotel
Non-Profit of The Year - OCDC - Ocean City Development Corp.
Citizen of The Year - Al “Hondo“ Handy ~ Town of Ocean City
Lifetime Achievement Award -Dr. Leonard Berger ~ Clarion
Volunteer of The Year - Jeff Mc Arthur~ OC Seasonal Workforce
Business Person of The Year - Steve Green ~ The Dispatch
-Photos Courtesy of Dana Marie Photography
Executive Director’s Message
Happy Fall Everyone!!!
As the leaves begin to change and the air gets a little cooler, we truly get to enjoy the beauty and tranquility of
living in a beach town. We are coming off of a fantastic Bikefest and Sunfest, so guests are really appreciating
what Ocean City has to offer in the second season. Thank you to all of our volunteers who helped make OC
Bikefest and the Chambers Jack Daniels booth sales a tremendous success!
After a bustling September, we are excited to host a number of October events such as Endless Summer Cruisin’
October 8-11th, the first Annual Shore Craft Beer Fest at Sunset Park on October 24 th, and OCtoberfest the last 2
weekends in October, full of pet parades, the great pumpkin race and the famous Halloween beach maze. There is
also the very popular Halloween Spook Out party at Northside Park on October 25 th. Decorate your car and parade it down the Boardwalk at 27th St. where prizes will be awarded for the Drive in Disguise on October 24 th! OC
is full of fun fall family activities! And we cannot forget Fall OC Restaurant week from October 11 th to the 25th
- there are price-fixed menus at a number of our area establishments offering a fantastic opportunity to go out and try something
new. For more information please visit www.oceancityrestaurantweek.com. The chamber is also very excited to have our 11th
Annual Crab Feast at Blu Crabhouse and Raw Bar Thursday October 8 th from 5-8pm- this is a sellout event and only a handful of
tickets left so be sure to call today!
I also encourage you to get either yourself or any staff that may be interested, involved in the Young Professionals of Ocean Citythis is an active group of highly motivated individuals. The Young Professionals Committee of Ocean City, MD brings together the
talents and insights of emerging young professionals (YPs), in a dynamic and diverse group of peers with a passion for making a
difference, a willingness to learn, the desire to build important relationships, and the energy to get involved in the community. To
stay abreast of YP activities be sure to like them on Facebook- https://www.facebook.com/YPsofOC- meetings and events are
open to everyone! The next YP events are a committee meeting at the Chamber 8:30 am on the 14 th and a Morning Mixer at the
Dough Roller on 41st Street at 8:30 am on the 28th – we hope to see you.
Finally, please note the full schedule of our Business After Hours, starting on of Oct 1 st at Ponzettis on 144th street!
Have a wonderful October!
Warmest Regards,
Melanie Pursel
Executive Director
410.213.0144 ext 102
[email protected]
Thursday, October 1st
5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
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Ocean City/Berlin Rotary Club
Arlan Kinney
Ocean City, MD 21842
(302) 988-8105
Rotary's primary motto is ''Service Above Self'. The Ocean City/Berlin
Rotary Club meets every Wed. at the Captain's Table restaurant in the
Marriott Courtyard hotel on 15th St. Meetings begin at 6 p.
Lower Shore Women's Journal
Lisa Dolbey
301 Westville Rd
Marydel, DE 19964
3023319249
http://www.lowershorewj.com
Educational Women's Magazine for the tri-county area.
Surf Side Delivery
Robyn Angell
24190 Main St
Mardela Springs, MD 21837
410-831-3766
http://www.surfsidedelivery.com
A full service grocery delivery business serving area beaches.
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Renewing Members
8/25/2015 through 9/22/2015
1 Stop Property Watch
http://www.onestopwatch.com
A Perfect Face Day Spa
http://www.aperfectface.com
Admiral Motel - Hotel
http://www.ocadmiral.com
Alamo Motel / Rascals Pool Bar & Restaurant
http://www.atbeach.com/lodging/alamo
Alarm Engineering
http://www.alarmengineering.com
All States Construction Co., Inc.
http://www.allstatesconst.com
Allstate/Gismondi Insurance Associates-Gismondi
Allstates Management Inc. DBA Masterjack, Inc.
http://www.masterjackwindows.com
Ambassador Inn
http://www.theambassadorinn.com
American Pool Management - Resorts Division
http://www.americanpool.com
Angler Boat Dock & Restaurant
APPI Energy
http://www.appienergy.com
Assateague Island Alliance
http://www.assateagueislandalliance.org
Associa On Call
Associated Insurance Centers, Inc.
http://www.associatedinsurance.net
Atlantic Coast Inn
http://www.atlanticcoastinn.com
Atlantic General Hospital
http://www.atlanticgeneral.org
Atlantic Health & Fitness, Inc.
Atlantic House Bed & Breakfast
http://www.atlantichouse.com
Atlantic Oceanfront Inn
http://www.OCAtlantic.com
Thank You !
Welcome New Members continued...
Renewing Members con’t.
Back Bay Adventures, Inc.
http://www.backbayadventuresocmd.com
Buxy's Salty Dog
http://www.buxyssaltydog.com
Courtyard By Marriott
http://www.courtyardoceancity.com
Bahia Marina & Fish Tales Restaurant
http://www.bahiamarina.com
Candy Kitchen Shoppes
http://www.candykitchens.com
Crab Alley
http://www.craballey.com
Barefoot Mailman Motel
http://www.barefootmailman.com
Captains Galley II
http://www.occaptainsgalley2.com
Delaware Elevator, Inc.
http://www.delawareelevator.com
Barn 34
http://www.barn34oc.com/
Captains Table Restaurant
http://www.captainstableoc.com/
Delmarva 47 News - WMDT
http://www.wmdt.com
Bay Club, LLC
http://www.thebayclub.com
Carpets/Renovations by the Ocean
http://www.carpetsbytheocean.com
Delmarva Broadcasting Company
http://www.delmarvabroadcasting.com
Bayside Skillet
http://www.baysideskillet.com
Castle in the Sand Hotel
http://www.castleinthesand.com
Delmarva Power
http://www.delmarva.com
Beach House Logos
http://www.beachhouselogos.com
Coastal Exterior Services, Inc.
http://www.coastalexteriorservices.com
Delmarva Printing and Design Inc.
http://www.dmvprinting.com
Bearded Clam
http://www.thebeardedclam.com
Coastal Hospice & Palliative Care
http://www.coastalhospice.org
Delmarva Shorebirds
http://www.theshorebirds.com
Becker Morgan Group, Inc.
http://www.beckermorgan.com
Coastal Palms Inn & Suites
http://www.coastalpalmshotel.com
Dickens Parlour Theatre
http://www.dptmagic.com
Boardwalk One Condo
http://www.defenderresorts.com
Coconut Malorie Resort
http://www.coconutmalorie.com
Dunes Manor Hotel
http://www.dunesmanor.com
Bordeleau Winery
http://www.bordeleauwine.com
Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage/Kevin
& Monica McNamara
http://www.OceanCityMdRealEstateSales.com
Edge Creek Builders
http://edgecreekbuilders.com
Brass Balls Saloon/Hooties
Buckingham Hotel
http://www.ocrooms.com
El Capitan Condo
Comcast Spotlight
http://www.comcastspotlight.com
EmcoSpec Property/Building Inspections
http://www.emcospec.com
Complete Accounting & Tax
Burbage Funeral Home
Burgundy Inn/Vacations By the Ocean
http://www.burgundyinn.com
Country House
http://www.thecountryhouse.com
Fairway Services - Frick Accountants
http://www.frickaccountants.com
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In the News...
Sprout Creatives acquires At The Beach Enterprises Inc. / ATB Internet Group
Sprout Creatives, a boutique web development company specializing in websites, graphic design, and Internet marketing, is pleased to announce the recent acquisition of At The Beach Enterprises Inc. / ATB Internet Group.
At The Beach Enterprises Inc. / ATB Internet Group has been providing web design, hosting, and marketing services to
the greater Ocean City, Maryland and Coastal Delaware regions since 1996. Sprout Creatives began developing clean,
user-friendly websites in 2007. The web professionals of Sprout Creatives and ATB will join forces and focus on making
advertising with At The Beach more valuable, and develop new online directory websites.
A new and improved At The Beach website will be launched with a fresh new look and modern responsive design. It
will be the hub for geographic online directory websites that are specifically designed to drive Internet and foot traffic
directly to a client’s business, organization or event. It will be mobile friendly and more powerful in search engines.
The updated ATB Internet Group website will offer affordable template and custom website design for local businesses.
“We are thrilled to collaborate with At The Beach,” said Sprout Creatives CEO & Founder Paul Starkey. “For nearly 20
years ATB has provided a vital service to the coastal communities of Maryland and Delaware. Sprout’s unique and
comprehensive approach to web development will be an invaluable asset to the future success and growth
of At The Beach Enterprises Inc.”
PENINSULA REGIONAL MEDICAL CENTER PHYSICIAN ASSISTANT RECOGNIZED AS
PIONEER IN THE PROFESSION
Only 224 PAs Have Retained Certification for 40 Years
Steve Wilson, PA-C, is one of only 224 certified physician assistants (PA-Cs) in the country to be certified for 40
years by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
Wilson was among the first PAs to be nationally certified by NCCPA in 1975. He maintained
certification by meeting continuing medical education (CME) requirements every two years
and passing rigorous recertification exams every six years.
Wilson has been employed with Peninsula Regional Medical Center for 12 years.
“As a certified PA who has made a commitment to maintaining certification and professional standards, I am
most proud of providing quality patient care in and out of the surgical suite, continuing to acquire knowledge and
skills necessary to address health care needs, and working with a team of health care providers just as committed to patient care,” says Wilson.
Renewing Members con’t.
Fenwick Float-ors
http://www.fenwickfloators.com
La Quinta Inn & Suites
http://www.LaQuintaOceanCity.com
Fenwick Inn
http://www.fenwickinn.com
Legum & Norman Realty, Inc.
http://www.legumnorman.com
Fenwick Wine Cellars
http://www.fenwickwinecellars.com
Lewes Historical Society
http://www.historiclewes.org
Flamingo Motel
http://www.theflamingomotel.com
Lifestyle Builders, Inc
http://www.lifestylebuildersinc.com
Fogle's Environmental Services LLC
http://www.foglesseptic.com
Lifestyle Home Inspections
http://www.lifestylebuildersinc.com
Fort Whaley Campground
http://www.fortwhaley.com
Lighthouse Sound Restaurant
http://www.lighthousesoundrestaurant.com
Frontier Town Campground
http://www.frontiertown.com
Links at Lighthouse Sound
http://www.lighthousesound.com
Glen Riddle Golf Club
http://www.glenriddlegolf.com
Local 360 Media
http://www.local360media.com
Grand Hotel & Spa Ocean City
http://www.grandhoteloceancity.com
Lower Shore Enterprises, Inc.
http://www.lseworks.org
Gregory & Associates, LLC
http://www.gregorycpa.net
MAD Design Group, Inc.
http://MADengineeringinc.com
Gull Creek Senior Living Community
http://www.gullcreek.com
March of Dimes Eastern Shore Division
Gus Lambros
Maridel Motel
http://www.maridelmotel.com
Harbor Marine, Inc.
http://www.harbormarineoc.com
Martin Fish Company
http://www.martinfishco.com
Harford General Insurance Agency
Maryland Coastal Bays Program
http://www.mdcoastalbays.org
Herl's Bath & Tile Solutions
http://www.herlsinc.com
Holiday Inn Express and Suites West Ocean City
http://www.hiexpress.com
Holly Ridge Farm Equestrian Center
http://www.hollyridgefarm.com
Holt Food, Paper & Chemical Company
http://www.holtpaper.com
Maryland Title Service Corporation
MBC Consulting, LLC
Mercantile Processing Inc
http://www.mpiprocessing.com
MGH, Inc.
http://www.mghus.com
Mid Atlantic Marketing
Hooters Restaurant
http://www.hootersofoc.com
ish Boutique
http://www.ishshop.com/
K-Coast Surf Shops
http://www.kcoast.com
Kendall Home Furnishings
http://www.kendallhomefurnishings.com/
Kokkinos Creative Jewelers
http://www.kokkinoscreations.com
Minuteman Press Of Ocean City
http://www.mmpoc.com
Missi's Beach Condo Cleaning
http://www.beachcondocleaning.com
Myers Tool Rental & Parties Your Way
http://www.partiesyourway.com
New Wave
http://www.ocnewwave.com
Next Wave Studios
http://www.nextwavestudios.com
Out & About with Your Chamber...
Shaffer, McLauchlin & Stover, LLC
Ribbon Cutting
Stephen Decatur Hwy. WOC
MAD Design Group, Inc.
35th Anniversary
OC Chamber Awards Celebration
Clarion Resort Fontainebleau Hotel
101st St. & Coastal Hwy.
(Photos courtesy of
Dana Marie Photography)
Earth Travel Apparel
Ribbon Cutting
Sunset Avenue WOC
Renewing Members con’t.
Nick's Original House of Ribs
http://www.nickshouseofribs.com
Polynesian Condominium
http://www.ocmannproperties.com
OC Parasail, Inc.
http://www.ocparasailing.com
Print Shack, Inc.
http://www.printshackde.com
OC Real Estate Management, Inc
http://www.oc-rem.com
Quality Inn & Suites Beachfront
http://www.qualityinnandsuitesoceancity.com
Ocean City Animal Hospital
http://www.oceancityvet.com
Quality Staffing Services
http://www.easternshorejobs.com
Ocean City Boat Lifts & Marine Construction, Inc.
http://www.oclifts.com
Quiet Storm Surf Shop
http://www.quietstormsurf.com
Ocean City Chiropractic Clinic
http://www.occhiropractic.net
Rally Helicopters, Inc.
http://www.ocmdhelicoptertours.com
Ocean City Golf Club
http://www.oceancitygolfclub.com
RE/MAX Crossroads/Elaine Davidson
http://www.elainedavidson.remaxagent.com/
Ocean City Golf Getaway
http://www.oceancitygolf.com
Remote IT Solutions
http://www.remoteits.com
Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum
http://www.ocmuseum.org
Resort Broadcasting Co.- W.G.M.D.
http://www.wgmd.com
Ocean City Organics, Inc.
Ripley's Entertainment Inc.
http://www.ripleys.com/oceancity
Ocean Princess, Inc.
http://www.theoceanprincess.com
Ocean Promotions
http://www.oceanpromotions.info
Ocean Resorts WWCC Golf Club, LLC
http://www.oceanresortsgolfclub.com
OceanWild Design
http://www.oceanwilddesign.com
Old Pro Golf
http://www.oldprogolf.com
Orkin Pest Control
http://www.orkin.com
Outback Steakhouse
http://www.outback.com
Rommel Electric Company
http://www.rommelelectric.com/
Rox Beach Weddings
http://www.roxbeachweddings.com
Royal Plus, Inc.
http://www.royalplus.com
Rum Pointe Seaside Golf Links
http://www.rumpointe.com
Ruth's Chris Steak House
http://www.ruthschris.com
Sea Hawk Motel
http://www.seahawkmotel.com
SeaBoard Media, LLC
http://www.theseaboard.com
Papa Johns Pizza
Park Place Hotel
http://www.ocparkplacehotel.com
Paws & Claws, Etc.
http://www.pawsandclawsetc.com
Peaky's Rooftop Restaurant & Bar
http://peakysrestaurant.com
PKS & Company, P.A.
http://www.pkscpa.com
Seacrets Bar & Grille
http://www.seacrets.com
Senor Cigars
http://www.senorcigars.com
Sentech Security & Communications
http://www.sentechsc.com
Shore Painting & Restoration
http://www.shorepaintingrestoration.com
Renewing Members con’t.
Small Business Development Center
http://www.salisbury.edu/sbdc
Thunder Lagoon Waterpark/Viking Golf &
GoKarts
http://www.vikinggolfamusements.com
Spinnaker Motel
http://www.ocmotels.com
Victorian Room Restaurant
http://www.dunesmanor.com
Vinson & Company, Inc.
http://www.mpiprocessing.com
Tidelands Caribbean Hotel & Suites
http://www.tidelandscaribbean.com
Stratosphere Trampoline Park - Delmarva
http://www.stratospheretrampoline.com
Wal-Mart
http://www.walmart.com
Townsend Medical Center & Atlantic
ImmediCare
http://www.atlanticgeneral.org
Sunset Marina, L.L.C.
http://www.ocsunsetmarina.com
Wilfre Company, Inc.
http://www.wilfre.net
SYSCO Eastern Maryland, LLC
http://www.sysco.com
Tri County Council for the Lower Eastern
Shore
http://www.lowershore.org
Wilmington University
http://www.wilmu.edu
Talbot Inn, Inc.
http://www.talbotstreetpier.com
Trimpers Rides & Amusements
http://www.trimpersrides.com
Wockenfuss Candies
http://www.wockenfusscandies.com
Tangier Island Cruises
http://www.tangierislandcruises.com
Tyler & Company, P.A.
http://www.tylercpa.com
Worcester County 4H/FFA Fair
http://www.worcestercountyfair.com
Temple Bat Yam
http://www.templebatyam-oc.org
United Way of the Lower Eastern Shore
http://www.unitedway4us.org
The Bank of Hampton Roads dba Shore Bank
http://www.shorebank.com
Unscene Productions
http://www.unsceneproductions.com
Worcester County Commission on Aging,
http://www.worcoa.org
Worcester Youth & Family Counseling Services,
Inc.
http://www.gowoyo.org
The Shark on the Harbor Restaurant
http://www.ocshark.com
US Foodservice Philadelphia
WorkforceTactix, Inc Sharon Branthover
http://www.workforcetactix.com
VCA Delmarva Animal Hospital
http://www.vcadelmarva.com
October 2015 Calendar of Events
Date
Event
Location
Time
Oct. 8
11th Annual OC Chamber Crab
Feast
Blu Crabhouse & Raw Bar
24th St. & Philadelphia Ave
5:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.
Oct. 8-11
Endless Summer Cruisin
Inlet & Convention Ctr.
Oct. 9
Una Bella Salute Ribbon Cutting
Broad Street, Berlin
4;30 p.m.
Oct. 13
Next Wave/Dana Marie Photography Ribbon Cutting
9925 Stephan Decatur Hwy.
5:30 p.m.
Oct. 14
Monthly YP Meeting
OC Chamber
8:30 a.m.-9:30 a.m.
Oct. 15
Executive Committee Meeting
OC Chamber
8:30 a.m.
Oct. 15
Board of Directors Meeting
OC Chamber
9:00 a.m.
Oct. 15
D3Corp 20 Year Anniversary
Rt. 50 across from Chamber
3:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m.
Oct. 28
YP Morning Mixer
Dough Roller
41st Street & Coastal Hwy.
8:30 a.m.-10:30 a.m.
Upcoming Business After Hours
5:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.
Worcester County Recognizes Volunteers
Thurs. November 5 - OC Brewing
The Worcester County Commissioners and Volunteer Services
Manager Kelly Brinkley recognized 7 individuals and 4 groups
during the annual Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County Awards
dinner ceremony at the Atlantic Hotel in Berlin. Volunteers
were nominated by their peers in one of 4 star categories:
youth, individual, faith-based and nonprofit volunteer program.
Friday Dec 4th -The Captains Table
(Holiday Party)
“These volunteers represent the countless hundreds of stars in
our community stepping forward to assure that vital community services & programs remain available to meet the needs of
area residents & visitors,” Brinkley said. “It’s a huge honor to
be able to shine the spotlight on them, even if it’s just for a moment to say thanks, we appreciate the way you turn love into
action to care for the community’s needs.”
Wade Wilkins of Stephen Decatur High School was recognized
in the Youth category with the Volunteer Spirit Award for his
work with the 38th annual Children’s Theater program at SDHS
where he was instrumental in stage setup, set creation &
performing.
Thurs. January 7th - BJ’s On the Water
Thurs. February 4th - Carousel Hotel
(Business Expo)
Thurs. March 3rd - 28th St. Pit & Pub
Thurs. April 7th - Cowboy Coast
Thurs. May 5th - Buddy’s OC Crabs
Thurs. June 2nd - Dunes Manor –
Summer Kick Off Deck Party !!
Those in the Individual category include Pat Westcott of Coastal Hospice who received the Volunteer Spirit
Award for her 23 years as a patient care volunteer. Those recognized as Stars include Sandy McAbee and Paul
Mazzei of Star Charities, Beverly Thomas for the Friends of the Worcester County Commission for Women, Stacy
Paulson of Assateague Coastal Trust, and Joan Jenkins of the Rackcliffe House Trust.
In the Faith-Based category, the Shepherd’s Crook at St. Paul’s by-the-Sea in Ocean City received the Volunteer
Spirit Award for their work in providing food, clothing and a welcome break for all those who enter. Those recognized as Stars include the volunteers in the Backpack Program at Atlantic United Methodist Church in Ocean City
who ensure children in need receive a backpack full of nutritious food to feed them during the weekends when
they are not at school.
In the Nonprofit Volunteer Program category, Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) through the Worcester
Youth & Family Counseling Services in Berlin received the Volunteer Spirit Award for acting as a voice for children
in need in the courtroom and all other areas in life until each child finds a permanent home. Land Stewardship
Volunteers with the Lower Shore Land Trust were recognized as stars for nurturing relationships between the
community and landowners that lead to the preservation and protection of sensitive tracts of land for future
generations.
Volunteers make Worcester County a better place to live, work and visit. To honor those whose contributions
assure the continuation of vital services, Worcester County residents were recently invited to nominate individuals and community organizations for the 2015 Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County.
For more information about volunteering in Worcester County or to learn more about the work done by this year’s
Volunteer Spirit of Worcester County Award winners, contact Brinkley at (410) 632-0090.
In the News con’t....
Household Hazardous Waste & E-Cycling Collection Day
October 10
The Recycling Division of Worcester County Public Works, in conjunction with Maryland Environmental Services and the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), will conduct Household Hazardous
Waste and E-Cycling (electronics recycling) Collection Day on Saturday, October 10, 2015, from 10 a.m. – 2
p.m. at the Showell Elementary School parking lot.
Gather up those old or unusable cans of pesticides, pool chemicals, gas and other fuels, oil-base paints,
thinners and everyday hazardous wastes accumulating in and around the home and bring them to the recycling
center for safe disposal. Electronic items, such as computers, monitors, keyboards, printers, radios, televisions
and VCR’s, will be collected and later recycled.
This event is open to Worcester County residents only. A representative from Maryland Environmental
Services will be on-site checking vehicle registration. Clean Ventures of Baltimore will be responsible for the
safe disposal of all hazardous waste collected. The electronics will be shipped to an electronics recycler for dismantling. For more information, contact Worcester County Recycling Manager Ron Taylor at (410) 632-3177.
ATLANTIC GENERAL ANNOUNCES EDUCATION CALENDAR FOR OCTOBER 2015
( October 1 through 4))
Thursday, October 1, 2015
Solutions for Senior Care 2:00 PM to 3:00 PM, Conference room 1 at Atlantic General Hospital
Are your concerned about your loved one? Are you trying to determine if they need some extra help at home? Do you
know how to access community resources? This work shop will help you.
RSVP for this FREE workshop by calling Home Instead at 410-641-0901.
Saturday, October 3, 2015
6th Annual Ocean Pines Health Fair, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Open to the general public this event is jointly sponsored by Ocean Pines Association, Atlantic General Hospital and
Peninsula Regional Medical Center. There will be many health screenings offered including Lab screening for cholesterol and glucose (requires a 12-hour fast). There will also be skin cancer checks, BP’s bone density and carotid. Location is the Ocean Pines Community Center, 239 Ocean Parkway. For more information call Dawn at 410-641-9268.
Sunday, October 4, 2015
Alcoholics Anonymous Support Group 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM
Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room Alcoholics Anonymous® is a fellowship of men and women who share
their experience, strength and hope with each other that they may solve their common problem and help others to
recover from alcoholism. This group is open to the community and to AGH patients. For more information call Rob at
443-783-3529.
Overeaters Anonymous 2:30 PM - 3:30 PM
Atlantic General Hospital, Conference Room 1
Our group is a 12 step program, adapted from Alcoholics Anonymous. We help anyone struggling with a compulsive
eating problem, whether it is weight gain, bulimia, anorexia, or if you are a parent of a child with one of these problems. We will be meeting each Sunday in Conference Room 1 at Atlantic General Hospital. There is no initial meeting
charge. Meeting contribution is $1.00 weekly. If you have any questions, contact Bett at 410-202-9078.
For the complete calendar, visit us on the web: www.atlanticgeneral.org
The Greater Ocean City, Maryland Chamber of Commerce
The mission of the Greater Ocean City Chamber of Commerce is to provide community leadership in the promotion and support of
economic development and the continued growth of tourism in Ocean City. The Chamber serves as a hub for development, education and communication within the business community to preserve the viability, quality of life and aesthetic values of our town.
Officers 2015- 2016
Brett Wolf - President
Professional Mortgage Services
John Gehrig - President Elect
D3 Corp
Stephanie Meehan - Vice President
Funcade
Toni Keiser - Treasurer
Atlantic General Hospital
Bob Thompson - Secretary
Ocean Pines Association
Directors 2015- 2016
Justin McGinnis - LaserTone
Phillip Cheung - Gregory & Associates
Buck Mann –Polynesian Condo
Sal Fasano - LaQuinta Hotel & Suites
Joe Cavilla - Casino at Ocean Downs
Steve Pastusak - Jolly Rogers Amusements
Chris Woodley Williams, Moore, Shockley & Harrison , LLC
Ruth Waters
Harrison Group Resort Hotels
Madlyn Carder - BJ’s On the Water
Chamber Staff
Melanie Pursel, Executive Director
Lisa Dennis, Events Director
Danielle Davis, Financial Officer
Nancy Schwendeman, Publications Mgr
Vera Spalt, Membership Services Mgr
Joya Mattie, Membership Services
Jill Brady, E-Marketing Manager
Visitors Center Staff
Richard Ohanlon - Joya Mattie
Karen Lynn - Marci Russell
Angie Krause
Community Representatives
Economic Development Committee
Hotel-Motel-Restaurant Association
Downtown Association
Ocean City’s Voice for Business is published the first of each
month. Ads and articles may be submitted for publication
no later than the 20th of the preceding month. Items received after the 20th may be published in a later newsletter,
or if time sensitive, published in the next weekly e-lert.
Ocean City Development Corporation