Free Summer Programs
July 5-August 28
OC Life-Saving Station Museum
South end of Boardwalk
Gather outside the museum for fun facts & topics. A different subject each day. Monday-Saturday, 10:30 a.m. Tentative topics include beach safety, aquarium feeding, knot tying, all about sharks & storm warriors.  410-289-4991. Sandy@ocmuseum.org. www.ocmuseum.org.

Art League of Ocean City Exhibit & Receptions
Art League Building, 94th St., Bayside
Continuous exhibits featuring local & regional artists, complemented by a monthly reception, held the first Friday of each month, February through October, from 5-7 p.m. Light refreshments offered.  Free & open to the public. Classes & workshops offered frequently for adults & children. Please check the website or call for information. Gallery open Tues.-Thurs., 11 a.m.- 4 p.m.; Fri. - Sun., 1-4 p.m.  410-524-9433. www.artleagueofoceancity.org.

Ocean City Life-Saving Station Museum
813 S. Atlantic Avenue
South end of Boardwalk at Inlet
Historic museum offers a glimpse into Ocean City’s past with exhibits of shipwrecks & rescues. New exhibit, “The Boardwalk of Yesterday,” will call to mind a simpler time & evoke memories of years past. Other displays include bathing fashions, mermaid displays, sands from around the world, marine aquariums & “Davy Jones” locker. Unique gift shop with interesting selection of nautical gifts & books.  Small admission fee. June - September, daily, 10 a.m.- 10 p.m.; May & October, daily, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.; November, December & April, weekends, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. During winter months please call for hours. 410-289-4991. sandy@ocmuseum.org.  www.ocmuseum.org.

Mid June through mid August
Carousel Resort Nightly Ice Shows
118th St. & the Beach
The “Next Ice Age” performs nightly with ice dancing by five professional skaters who combine athleticism & elegance in a beautifully choreographed routine set to music. The show is a treat for all ages & skaters are available for autographs after the show. Show is approximately 35 minutes long. Free. 6:30 p.m.  800-641-0011.
reservations@carouselhotel.com.

July 2
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & a movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326.  www.ococean.com.

 July 4
Fireworks & Concerts
N.  Division St. & the Beach; & 127th St. Northside Park.
Free concert begins at 8 p.m., followed by fabulous fireworks at 9:30 p.m. Bring a chair or blanket & enjoy the evening beside the ocean on the beach or enjoy the uptown event at Ocean City’s Northside Park recreation area. Sunday. 800-OC-OCEAN  (800-626-2326). www.ococean.com.

July 5
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 6
Family Beach Olympics
27th St. Beach
Each Tuesday evening features a variety of contests for all ages. Events may include s& castle contests, tug-of-war, relays & more. All activities are free & are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. www.ococean.com.

July 7
Heritage Arts for Kids
Julia A. Purnell Museum
208 W. Market St., Snow Hill
Kids can drop in on these afternoons to learn more about an aspect of museum’s collection through hands-on projects. Admission. 1-3 p.m. Claire Otterbein, 410-632-0515. www.purnellmuseum.com.  Additional program on July 21.

July 8
OC Beach Patrol Rookie Graduation
Downtown Beach between pier & Inlet Beach
Great spectator event as the 2010 rookie class demonstrates its skills & participates in training exercises. Thursday, 7:30 a.m. 410-250-7556.

July 8
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach
Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays in July & August at 9 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 9
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 9-11
OC Tuna Tournament
OC Fishing Center, off Rt. 50 & Inlet Isle Lane
Come see over 100 boats weigh in large tuna in hopes of winning over $500,000 in cash.  Weigh-ins Fri.& Sat., 4-7:30 p.m.; Sun., 4-7 p.m.   800-322-3065. www.ocfishing.com.

July 10
Captain Craig Swim
14th St. on the Beach
Open to the public, competitors swim a measured mile with the prevailing current to a finish line located at 13th St. Awards presented. Commemorative t-shirt included with registration. Ginny Craig half-mile swim also available.  Registration fee; begins at 5 p.m. 410-289-7556. kjoson@ococean.com.

July 11
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring a chair or blanket, even your picnic for the entire family & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free family concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 6-8 p.m. Children’s entertainment also presented each week.   800-OC-OCEAN  (800-626-2326). www.ococean.com.

July 12
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Bring the whole family to enjoy a free family movie! Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July  13
Family Beach Olympics
27th St. Beach
Enjoy family fun with the beach games & Olympics! Each Tuesday evening features a variety of contests for all ages. Events may include s& castle contests, tug-of-war, relays & more. All activities are free & are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 14
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach
Free live entertainment each week on Wednesdays in July (no show July 28) & August while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights.  Tribute bands & local favorites entertain from 8 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 15
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach
Sit beside the bonfire & learn interesting facts, history & fun things to do in Ocean City. A different speaker each week. Thursdays in July & August at 9 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 16
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Bring the family to a free beach movie! Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & a movie on the beach with our new 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 18
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring a chair or blanket, even your picnic for the entire family & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free family concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 6-8 p.m. Children’s entertainment also presented each week. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 19
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & a movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 20
Family Beach Olympics
27th St. Beach
Enjoy fun on the beach! Each Tuesday evening features a variety of contests for all ages. Events may include s& castle contests, tug-of-war, relays & more. All activities are free & are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 21
Concerts on the Beach
N. Division St. Beach
Free live entertainment each week on Wednesdays in July (no show July 28) & August while you relax beside the cool Atlantic on warm summer nights.  Tribute bands & local favorites entertain from 8 p.m. to approximately 9:30 p.m. Bring a blanket or chair & enjoy the evening. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 22
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach
Learn interesting facts about your favorite beach town while you enjoy the bonfire beside the Atlantic.  A different speaker each week. Thursdays in July & August at 9 p.m. 800-626-2326.  www.ococean.com.

July 23
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Enjoy a Friday night movie on the beach! Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 25-29
Starpower National Talent Competition
Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay
Starpower is one of the largest talent competitions in the world for dancers who qualified at regionals held across the United States. Ocean City is the world championship where dancers will win scholarships, trophies & prize money. Activities take place from 8 a.m. to approx. 10 p.m. each day. Margo Boutwell, 301-870-9550. www.starpowertalent.com.

July 25
Sundaes in the Park
Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay
Bring a chair or blanket, even your picnic for the entire family & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. Free family concert series offered every Sunday evening in July & August from 6-8 p.m. Children’s entertainment also presented each week. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 26
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Start your week off right with a Monday night movie on the beach! Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. www.ococean.com.

July 26-28
Jesus at the Beach Music & Ministry Festival
Convention Center & N. Division St. Beach
Christian p raise & worship music, dance, prayer & Holy Spirit ministry. Baptism in the ocean on Wednesday after the morning meeting.  Mon.-Wed., 10 a.m.-1 p.m., at Convention Center; 7-10 p.m. on the beach. Dick or Gary, 410-289-1296. www.jesusatthebeach.org.

July 27
Sunset Park Party Night
S. Division St. & the Bay
Ocean City’s bayside park hosts a night of entertainment. Come & enjoy an evening beside the bay. Tuesday, 7-9 p.m.  800-626-2326.  www.ococean.com.

July  27
Family Beach Olympics
27th St. Beach
Each Tuesday evening features a variety of contests for all ages. Events may include s& castle contests, tug-of-war, relays & more. All activities are free & are offered from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. 800-626-2326. www.ococean.com.

July 29
Bonfire Hour
N. Division St. Beach
Relax on the beach beside the bonfire! Each week a different speaker tells interesting facts or behind-the-scenes stories about your favorite beach town.  Thursdays at 9 p.m.  800-626-2326.   www.ococean.com.

July 30
Movies on the Beach & More
27th St. Beach
Enjoy a Friday night family movie! Every Monday & Friday evening enjoy games & movie on the beach with our 16-foot projector. Each week a general audience movie is presented free of charge. Bring a blanket & enjoy the night beside the ocean.  Games & activities begin at 7:30 p.m. Movie starts around 8:30 p.m. www.ococean.com.