September 2, Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Starting September 2, our meetings will be back in the Assateague Room.
Our speaker on September 2 is Amanda Koontz from the Believe In Tomorrow Children's Foundation. Believe In Tomorrow is a 501(c)(3) that provides free respite and hospital housing to critically ill children and their families. The nation's first pediatric respite program began in Ocean City in 1986, when founder Brian Morrison rented a single condo so families in cancer treatment could have a week at the beach. Today the Children's House ByThe Sea on 66th Street offers five units, and in August 2025 the Foundation opened House ByThe Sea II on 65th Street, adding two three-bedroom apartments and two efficiencies for larger and military families. Learn more at believeintomorrow.org, 410-723-2842.
September 9, Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Maddie Welch, a Response Biologist with National Aquarium Animal Rescue, based at the Stranding Response Center in Ocean City will be addressing us today. Since 1991, National Aquarium Animal Rescue has rescued and rehabilitated endangered and protected marine species, including seals and sea turtles, along Maryland's coastline. The Ocean City Stranding Response Center, opened in 2023, is a 400-square-foot facility that allows the team to triage and stabilize stranded animals close to where they're found before arranging transport for longer-term care. Maddie will share a look at the team's work and the animals they care for.
September 16, Denny's, 8 a.m.
Our off-site breakfast on September 16 will be at Denny’s (6104 Coastal Highway, directly over the Rt 90 bridge) at 8 a.m. We will have a separate room, order off the menu and get separate checks. You can see their menu here. Please join us for good food, good service and good company.
September 23, Assateague Room, 8 a.m.
Join us for an informative presentation on sleep apnea with Dr. Sherin Ibrahim Howett, founder of The Pearl Clinic and a board-certified specialist in Sleep Medicine and Internal Medicine. A graduate of the New York College of Osteopathic Medicine, Dr. Howett trained at Morristown Memorial Hospital, completed a Sleep Medicine Fellowship at Clinilabs in Manhattan, and a Critical Care Fellowship at Mount Sinai Hospital. Known for her whole-person approach to care, she'll share insights on recognizing sleep apnea symptoms, understanding treatment options, and improving overall health through better sleep. Don't miss this chance to learn from a dedicated, experienced physician.
September 29 - Social event for members and invited guests
Instead of a meeting on September 30th (the 5th Wednesday of the month), we have been invited to Patrick's for a cookout on September 29th (rain date September 30th). Lynne sent a message to all members with the details. For more information, contact Patrick or Lynne.
October 2, Assateague Room
Our annual installation dinner will be held the evening of October 2 in the Assateague Room. More information coming soon.
October 21, 5-9 p.m., Ocean Downs Casino
Please join us for Bingo on October 21 at Ocean Downs Casino! For more information or to purchase tickets online, see our Bingo page.
Remainder of October
The schedule for the remainder of October will be available soon.