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INFORMATION RELEASE #2

March 26, 2015

FACT SHEET RE: BEACH REPLENISHMENT PROJECT IN SOUTH END OF OCEAN CITY, NJ

Project Description:  Ocean City will receive approximately 1.6 million cubic yards of sand on approximately 2.6 miles of beach from 36^th Street to 59^th Street.  Ancillary work includes the construction of pedestrian crossovers and the installation of new dune fence and dune grass.  Our neighboring communities , Strathmere and Sea Isle, will also be receiving beach replenishment projects simultaneous with the work in Ocean City. The project is being overseen by the United States Army Corps of Engineers and is 100 % federally funded at a total cost of $ 57 million.  There is no local funding towards this project.

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce announces that Sandra T. Aromando, owner and president of Euro Line Designe, will receive the 2015 Salute to Working Women Award and will be honored at the April 22nd Chamber of Commerce Luncheon at the Ocean City Yacht Club.  The award recognizes women in business for their outstanding professional and personal achievements.

Sandy received a Bachelor of Fine Arts from the University of Georgia with a major in Interior Design. She has been the owner and President of Euro Line Designe for 24 years. Since 1991, Euro Line Designe has provided high-end custom cabinetry from New York to Florida. Euro Line is located in a 100-year-old “Contributing Structure” to the historic district of Somers Point, New Jersey. Sandy is a member of the National Kitchen and Bath Association and has received numerous design awards. 

Ocean City’s largest contingent of the Doo Dah Parade will again bring up the tail end of the event as hundreds of basset hounds and their humans walk (or waddle) to support Tri-State Basset Hound Rescue.

The parade is a major part of Tri-State’s annual BoardWaddle, a two-day event that funds the rescue of homeless bassets in New Jersey, eastern Pennsylvania, and lower New York. The Waddle is the rescue’s largest fundraising event of the year.

The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly membership meeting on Friday, March 20, 2015 at Flanders Hotel located at 719 East 11^th Street in Ocean City, NJ.  

IN 1915 THE PHILLIES WON THEIR FIRST NATIONAL LEAGUE PENNANT

LEARN HOW SPRING TRAINING WAS FOR THAT 1915 TEAM

(HINT) IT WAS MUCH DIFFERENT THAN SPRING TRAINING TODAY

Trupanion Proudly Honors the Work and Achievements of the New Jersey Shelter at the Purina Pro Plan 60th Annual Show Dogs of the Year Awards Presented by Dogs in Review

Irvine, Calif. (February 12, 2015) – The Humane Society of Ocean City, New Jersey, will be awarded the prestigious honor of Shelter of the Year for their work with homeless and displaced pets at this year’s Purina Pro Plan 60th Annual Show Dogs of the Year® Awards, presented by Dogs in Review. The country’s top canine competitors come together for the black-tie event on Saturday, February 14, 2015 at Gotham Hall, New York, NY.

Trupanion, the exclusive sponsor of the Shelter of the Year Award, presents the honor to the Humane Society of Ocean City (HSOC) in recognition of their significant work in animal adoption, rescue and veterinary care. The Purina Pro Plan Show Dogs of the Year Awards are held in the highest esteem by the dog fancy community and represent the best of both dogs and industry professionals who have shown a consistency of success in the world of conformation.

INFORMATION RELEASE #1 - FEBRUARY 5, 2015

 FACT SHEET RE: BEACH REPLENISHMENT PROJECT IN SOUTH END OF OCEAN CITY, NJ

Project Description:  Ocean City will receive approximately 1.6 million cubic yards of sand on approximately 2.6 miles of beach from 36^th Street to 59^th Street.  Ancillary work includes the construction of pedestrian crossovers and the installation of new dune fence and dune grass.  Our neighboring communities , Strathmere and Sea Isle, will also be receiving beach replenishment projects simultaneous with the work in Ocean City. The project is being overseen by the United States Army Corps of Engineers and is 100 % federally funded at a total cost of $ 57 million.  There is no local funding towards this project.

OCEAN CITY, NJ - On Tuesday, February 17^th, the Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce will install their new Board of Directors and Officers at Ocean City Yacht Club.

THE OCEAN CITY BOARD OF REALTORS® ANNOUNCES ITS 5^TH ANNUAL WINTER FOOD DRIVE NOW THROUGH FEBRUARY 28, 2015

(Ocean City, NJ) The Ocean City Board of Realtors® is pleased to announce it is kicking off its 2015 Community Service Projects, with the Food Is Love drive to collect food, including canned items, juice, microwaveable pasta meals and more. Donations will be collected now through February 28, 2015 and will be used to “Share Some Love” during this Valentine month.

Ocean City, NJ - The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its monthly membership luncheon on Thursday, January 22, 2015 at The Flanders Hotel in Ocean City.

Ocean City, NJ  -  Participants in Ocean City’s annual New Year’s Day Run and Ocean Dip will have a new reason to take the plunge this year as the John R. Elliott HERO Campaign partners with the city to promote the use of designated drivers.

It’s all part of the Ocean City’s 23^rd First Night and First Day celebrations, which begin New Year’s Eve with the city-wide festival of family activities and fireworks, followed by the First Day HERO Run and Plunge on the beach and Boardwalk. This year’s event also marks the beginning of the HERO Campaign’s 15^th anniversary year.

“We are proud of Ocean City’s longstanding relationship with the HERO Campaign,” stated Mayor Jay Gillian. “We welcome its participation as a charitable partner in our annual First Night and First Day festivities, which are all about safe family fun.”

The Ocean City Board of Realtors® Announces Extending its Fall Coat and Blanket Drive to Collect at the Ocean City Christmas Parade Friday, December 5th

(Ocean City, NJ) The Ocean City Board of Realtors® is pleased to announce its fall community service project, a drive to collect coats, sweaters, blankets, snow boots, hats and scarves will be extended to collect during the Ocean City Christmas Parade on Friday, December 5, 2014. Donations will be collected now through December 5th, and will be used to give the gift of warmth for winter.

OCEAN CITY NJ….An Old-Fashioned Family Christmas in Downtown Ocean City is scheduled for November 28^th, the day after Thanksgiving. Asbury Avenue, 6^th-11^th Streets, will be full of holiday spirit and entertainment to accompany everyone’s holiday shopping experience beginning at 2pm.

Features of the day will include visits with Santa in the gazebo at the Mark Soifer Park across from City Hall from 2 to 4pm, a special appearance by the Phillie Phanatic from 4 to 6pm, Carolers in Victorian costumes, free horse and carriage rides from 1-4pm, and other entertainment on Asbury Ave.

First Night Committee members gathered at the Chamber of Commerce Information Center for a planning session and to remind you that Admission buttons are now on sale for $15 and will be $20 beginning December 1st and thereafter. The popular New Year's Eve event offers 8 hours of family entertainment from 4 p.m. to Midnight capped by a colorful fireworks display to usher in the New Year.

Ocean City, NJ - The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce is honored to  announce the recipients of the Chamber’s 2014 Citizen of the Year and Business Beautification Awards.  These awards will be presented at the Chamber’s dinner Tuesday, November 18^th at The Ocean City Yacht Club.

This year, the Citizen of the Year Award will be presented to Leon Costello. He is a lifelong resident of Ocean City, NJ and is a managing partner with Ford-Scott & Associates, LLC. Leon has been an active member in the community supporting the Cystic Fibrosis Foundation, Boy Scouts, United Way, the Ocean City Senior Men’s Golf League, Ocean City Free Public Library and is a coach for Ocean City Baseball and Basketball.

The Ocean City Board of REALTORS® announces the return of BUBBLE MANIA, its popular and fun family fundraiser, Saturday, September 13 at 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at the Ocean City Municipal Airport.

BUBBLE MANIA is a day of family activities that raises funds for the Pediatric Care Center at Shore Medical Center. There will be fun bubble activities for kids of all ages. Food, candy, and beverages will be for sale to raise funds. Children are welcome for a day of bubble blowing fun!

Between Ocean City and Somers Point

The 25th Annual Trail of Two Cities 5K Run/Walk over the Causeway between Ocean City and Somers Point is set for Sat., Nov. 1 starting 8 a.m.

The event begins at the Transportation Center, 9^th and Haven Ave. in Ocean City and ends at JFK Park in Somers Point.

It provides a spectacular experience for both runners and walkers alike. If you’re a runner, you get to test your endurance over the high inclines of the bridges. If you’re a walker, you are able to enjoy the scenic wetlands and Bay plus a panoramic view of Ocean City. Bring your camera and snap some spectacular photos.

Ocean City, NJ - The Ocean City Regional Chamber of Commerce will hold its annual Roast on Thursday, September 18, 2014 at The Flanders Hotel, 719 E. 11^th Street, Ocean City, NJ.  The event will begin with a social hour at 6pm followed by dinner at 7pm.  This year’s Roastee is Cape May County Surrogate M. Susan Sheppard, Esq.. The dinner is $55.00 per person.  Reservations can be made by calling 609-399-1412 or by e-mailing This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it..

OCEAN CITY, N.J. --- It’s fun! It’s free! It’s Ocean City’ Weird Contest Week that for over forty years has invited folks of all ages to exercise their creative skills. The event billed as “Wacky But Not Tacky” features six unusual contests, Mon.-Fri., Aug. 11^th-15^th in the Loggia (porch area) of the Music Pier, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace. All contests are free and begin at 11 a.m.

Oldest Continuously Held Parade In Nation

OCEAN CITY, N.J.-- Ocean City’s 105^th Baby Parade is set for Thursday, August 14^th  starting at 5 p.m. Founded by Philadelphia photo engraver, Leo Bamberger, it is the oldest, continuously run event of its kind in the nation.

The Parade starts at 5 p.m. at 6^th and the Boardwalk and concludes at 12^th and Boardwalk. It is open to children from infants to 10 years of age. Contestants can register at the Ocean City Information Center, Boardwalk and Moorlyn Terrace. Registration closes 5 p.m., Tues., August 12^th.