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Hometown Christmas returns to Ocean Pines, Nov. 28

(Oct. 20, 2020) The Ocean Pines Recreation and Parks Department will light up White Horse Park on Nov. 28 during the 10th annual Hometown Christmas Tree Lighting, starting at 6:30 p.m.  

This year, In addition to lighting 40 sponsored trees, the event will once again feature the lighting of the official Ocean Pines Association tree, along with a socially distanced meet-and-greet with Santa for children, and an array of beautiful light displays throughout White Horse Park. 

“The Recreation Department staff is happy to be able to continue with this special event that everyone has come to enjoy and looks forward to, as the start of the holiday season,” Recreation and Parks Director Debbie Donahue said.  

Ocean Pines businesses, community groups, social clubs and families are encouraged to sponsor and decorate a tree for the event. Trees are 8-9 feet tall and cost $60 each.  

Program Supervisor Katie Goetzinger said those hoping to take part should reserve a tree soon. 

“About 90% of participants are returning tree sponsors, so we urge residents and businesses to contact us if they would like to participate in this festive event,” she said.  

To reserve a tree, contact Goetzinger at kgoetzinger@oceanpines.org or call the Recreation and Parks Department at 410-641-7052. 

For more information on Recreation and Parks activities, visit www.oceanpines.org/web/pages/recreation-parks or www.facebook.com/OPRecandParks.