LOOK WHO'S SPEAKING TO KIWANIS!

NOTE:  This meeting will be held at the Ocean Pines Library, 11107 Cathell Drive, Ocean Pines, MD 21811.

 The Manager of the Ocean Pines Branch of the Worcester County Library will update us on the many services available for adults and children. In addition, we will learn how the library is used as a facility and community hub, how it is funded and how the pandemic changed the library. Harry Burkett joined the Ocean Pines Library in 2016 and has served as manager for the past four years. A lifelong Worcester County resident, Burkett worked in magazine publishing and bookstore management before pursuing a library career. 

NOTE:  This meeting will be held at the Ocean Pines Library, 11107 Cathell Drive, Ocean Pines, MD 21811.

  Known for its world-class collection of decoys and decorative wildfowl art, the Ward Museum at Salisbury University began in 1975 following the creation of the nonprofit Ward Foundation in 1968. In addition to caring for and showcasing the collection, the Ward Foundation also runs hands-on environmental education, folklife and more which impacts the whole Eastern Shore. Dr. Kristin Sullivan, the Executive Director, will present on the growth and development of the museum in recent years and innovations spurred on by the pandemic. Dr. Sullivan received her Ph.D. in Anthropology in 2014 from the University of Maryland, College Park. 

Join your fellow Kiwanians in a social event at Denny's in Ocean City.  Your breakfast orders will be taken as soon as you arrive.  No speaker has been planned to allow time for fellowship and food!  An easy drive, take Rt. 90 E to Ocean City.  Denny's is directly across the street from the end of Rt. 90.  See you there!

NOTE:  This meeting will be held at the Ocean Pines Library, 11107 Cathell Drive, Ocean Pines, MD 21811.

   Cindy Dillon, the wife of Kiwanian Lyle Dillon will tell us about the Lower Eastern Shore Sierra Club whose motto is “Explore, Enjoy and Protect the Planet.” She will educate us on their mission, work and how we each can help by decreasing waste. She will show us simple things we can do to make a difference. Following a career in the medical field, Cindy joined the Lower Eastern Shore Sierra Club approximately three years ago and has served as their Chair for the past two years. 

NOTE:  This meeting will be held at the Ocean Pines Library, 11107 Cathell Drive, Ocean Pines, MD 21811.

   For many if us, our home is not only a place to live but a major investment. Marlene Ott is a local realtor who has worked in coastal real estate for more than 40 years. She is an Associate Broker with BHHS PenFed Realty and has been active in the community through volunteering. She is a graduate of the University of Maryland and serves on the Worcester County Planning and Zoning Commission. She will update us on what is going on in our local market and give us suggestions should we decide to buy or sell.