Local Events
Monday 8/2/10 - Friday 8/6/10
White Marlin Open
Harbour Island, 14th St. & Bay
http://www.whitemarlinopen.com
World's largest billfish tournament. Come watch fish weigh-ins Mon - Fri, 4-9 p.m. Boats participated last year for $3 million in prize money. Registration fees for participating boats. Spectators see weigh-ins free of charge. Jim Motsko, 410-289-9229.
Saturday 8/7/10 - Saturday 8/7/10
Blessing of the Combine
Downtown, Snow Hill
Celebration of local farming & rural life with petting barnyard, children's activities, arts & crafts, parade of combines & tractors. Saturday. 11-4 p.m. Kathy Fisher, 410-632 -3838.
Saturday 8/7/10 - Saturday 8/7/10
OC Beach Patrol Crew Competition
8th St (Surf Ave.) & Beach
Watch the OCBP lifeguards compete against each other in events and demonstrate their athletic skills. Saturday, 6 p.m. 410-289-7556.
Saturday 8/7/10 - Sunday 8/8/10
Dub Custom Car Show
40th Street and the Bay
Hundreds of show vehicles, celebrity appearances and performances, models, music, dee-jays and much more. Admission. Sat., 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Brian Stoehr, 302-436-0183.
Friday 8/13/10 - Sunday 8/15/10
Ocean City Antique Show
4001 Coastal Hwy
Show features silver matching service, formal and country furniture, vintage toys, china, glassware and estate jewelry. Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m.- 6 p.m.; Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m. Admission.
Friday 8/13/10 - Sunday 8/15/10
Worcester County Fair
Byrd Park, Snow Hill
http://www.worcestercountyfair.com
Old-fashioned fun with livestock & horse shows, children's activities, live entertainment, food and craft vendors & more. Fri. & Sat., 11 a.m.-8 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Kirby Brewington, 410-632-3329.
Friday 9/3/10 - Sunday 9/5/10
Labor Day Weekend Art & Craft Festival
4001 Coastal Hwy
Tasteful mix of mediums including oil and watercolors, woodworking & furniture, stained glass, glass art, candles, pottery and more. Unique gift and household items. Fri.-Sun., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.
Thursday 9/16/10 - Sunday 9/19/10
Delmarva Bike Week
http://www.delmarvabikeweek.com
Tens of thousands of motorcycle enthusiasts enjoy rides and activities throughout the Delmarva Peninsula. Motorcycle related activities with displays, exhibits, entertainment, vendors, celebrities, manufacturers & more. Thurs.-Sat., 9 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sun., 9 a.m.-4 p.m.
Friday 9/17/10 - Sunday 9/19/10
Gem, Mineral & Jewelry Show
40th Street and the Bay
Tote1523@treasuresoftheearth.net
14k, sterling jewelry, pearls, beads, loose stones, crystals & more. Classic and contemporary designs for show and sale. Admission. Fri., noon-7 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Barbara Haney, 804-746-7663.
Thursday 9/23/10 - Friday 9/24/10
Sandcastle Home Tour
http://www.artleagueofoceancity.org
Unique Ocean City area homes on display in this popular annual event. Thurs.& Fri. Tickets required. 410-524-9433.
Thursday 9/23/10 - Sunday 9/26/10
Sunfest
Inlet Lot
Sunfest celebrates its 36th year as Ocean City's biggest and best festival. Sunfest artisans will delight your eyes with their arts and crafts creations. Try the bold taste of the Eastern Shore with fabulous food and quench your thirst with a tropical smoothie. Enjoy live entertainment on two stages. Children can enjoy hayrides and inflatables on the Beach. Sunfest 2010 has something for everyone. September 23 -26, 2010 Thursday, Friday and Saturday 10:00 a.m. -10:00 p.m. Sunday 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Headline entertainment includes: Thurs., Sept 23, 8 p.m. The Hubcaps Fri., Sept 24, 8 p.m. Phil Vassar with Gloriana Sat., Sept 25, 8 p.m. Blood Sweat and Tears with Chuck Negron Sun., Sept 26, 4:30 p.m. FREE SHOW with Beatlemania Again (no ticket required) Tickets on sale now through ticketmaster.com. or 800-551-7328. OC Convention Center Box Office Mon.-Fri., 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Take advantage of these convenient transportation options to Sunfest: Use Park & Ride on Rt 50 in West Ocean City; park free and take shuttle into OC for $1. Park at Convention Center south lot on 40th St. Take Sunfest Express for $2. Ride the Boardwalk Tram to Sunfest for $3 per person one-way and enjoy the Boardwalk sights as you travel to the festival.
Thursday 9/23/10 - Sunday 9/26/10
Sunfest Kite Festival
1st - 6th Street
On the Beach, 1st St. - 6th St.Bring the family & let your spirits soar! Enjoy days filled with spectacular kite flying. Thousands of spectators travel to see master kite flyers from around the world showcase their aerial displays of art. Thurs.-Sun., 9 a.m.-9 p.m. Jay Knerr, 410-289-7855.
Friday 9/24/10 - Sunday 9/26/10
Berlin Fiddlers Convention
Main Street, Berlin
http://www.BerlinFiddlersConvention.com
Annual event begins Friday evening with a free concert, continues through acoustic competition on Saturday. On Sunday, a Bluegrass Gospel Jam. Also crafters & food vendors. Fri., 6-10 p.m.; Sat., 10 a.m.- 5 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.- 2 p.m. 410-641-4775.
Events
8/7 OC Beach Patrol Crew Competition
Watch the OCBP lifeguards compete against each other in events and demonstrate their athletic skills.
8/7 Blessing of the Combine
Celebration of local farming & rural life with petting barnyard, children's activities, arts & crafts, parade of combines & tractors.
Reservations
One nights deposit is required on all reservations. Visa and Mastercard (with experation date and signature) are accepted. Seven days cancellation notice required prior to arrival date for deposit refund. A guarenteed reservation by credit card will be billed if cancelled within seven days of arrival date.
Check-in Time : after 2:00pm
Check-out Time : before 11:00am
Contact
Merry Sherwood Plantation
8909 Worcester Highway (Rt 113)
Berlin, Maryland 21811
(410) 641-2112
(800) 660-0358
