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New Clubhouse Construction Completed, Restaurant Now Open for Carryout
Ocean Pines Golf Club has officially received its certificate of occupancy, signaling the end of the year-long construction process that has resulted in a brand-new clubhouse.Although the building is currently closed to the public per an executive order from Maryland Govenor Larry Hogan, Ocean Pines golf and restaurant staff are able to utliize the space.
The new restaurant and bar - The Clubhouse Bar and Grille - when open, will feature a spacious bar, indoor and outdoor seating, and a fireplace. A large outdoor deck and patio with a fire pit and outdoor television screens takes advantage of the scenic 18th hole and pond.
The restaurant is serving breakfast and lunch and is open for carryout only for golfers and non-golfers from 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Food and drinks are available, and orders may be placed at the back deck located at the turn.
Ocean Pines Golfers Donate to Diakonia
Because we can all use some good news right now, we want to share the following message from the Ocean Pines Golf Members Council, the Ocean Pines Ladies Golf Association and the Ocean Pines Men's Golf Association:
"On January 17, not long before any of us knew we would spend our spring days in quarantine, over seventy members of the Ocean Pines Golf Community enjoyed a pizza party at the Community Center. Everyone pitched in $10, enjoyed a variety of locally made pizzas, and chatted about the new Clubhouse and the hopes of good golfing weather for the grand opening.
The event produced a profit of nearly $250 which was set aside to help fund future social events for the golf membership. With the current schedule of events and tournaments on hold, the leadership of the Ocean Pines Golf Members’ Council, the Ocean Pines Ladies’ Golf Association, and the Ocean Pines Men’s Golf Association has decided donate this money to Diakonia Inc. as they work during these difficult times to provide meals and support for those who have been severely affected by recent events."
New Clubhouse Progress Continues
Although Ocean Pines Golf Club is currently closed to the public per order of Maryland Governor Larry Hogan for all nonessential businesses to close, course maintenance work and work on the new clubhouse are continuing! Take a look at the latest progress.
Clubhouse Main Entrance
New Clubhouse Construction On Schedule
Schedule on the new clubhouse is moving along according to schedule and is on target for a May 1 completion date.
Roofing, siding and trim work are close to completion. Crews are currently working to finish drywall mudding. Exterior doors and windows have also been installed, and the framework for a new bar has also been finished.
Check out images of the progress below!
Front/Side Exterior
Back Patio
Interior Bar Area
Inteior Clubhouse
The New World Handicap System: An Essential Guide
Beginning in January 2020, the new Rules of Handicapping will be introduced in the United States. Read on for five things you need to know about this new system, according to the USGA.
The Handicap Index Calculation is Changing
Your number will be based off your 8 best scores out of the past 20. This change will be minor, but you may see a change in your handicap index in January, even if you haven't played recently.
Your Course Handicap Will Change
Slope rating, course rating and par will now all be used to determine your course handicap. This will allow you to play from different sets of tees without any adjustment.
Slope rating, course rating and par will now all be used to determine your course handicap. This will allow you to play from different sets of tees without any adjustment.