Our first official week of activities was certainly a whirlwind. Thank you to Tom Cotter for his presentation on antique cars and thanks to Holly Cleary and Kate Dawson for the very well attended Ice Cream Social.

Everyone certainly seemed to have enjoyed our first porch party of the season last Friday evening. Not only did we have great food and conversation but an awesome band as well. Boogie2Shooz is always so fun to listen and dance to and they did not disappoint. Thank you to Paul and Sue Taylor and Matt and Kathy Lindley for a terrific evening.

Our annual Horribles Parade stepped off promptly at 9:30 from Grimes Cove with many participants’ creative and imaginative costumes. Jonathan and Kate Dawson did a tremendous job of organizing this year’s event, thank you. Thanks too, to our amazing band who provides us all with lots of joy and happiness. The parade is always able to bring out large crowds and this year was no exception. It was wonderful to reconnect with so many Ocean Pointers, some of whom you only see during this time of the season.

A big thanks to Stephanie Kaler and Kelly Robbins and all the volunteers for a very successful OP 5k and Fun Run last Sunday morning. Ocean Pointer Owen Dawson was the overall winner of the race and first Ocean Point male to finish; Abagail Pohl was the first Ocean Point female finisher, congratulations to them and all of the runners. More information will be forthcoming when I get the results.

Along with our weekly activities of pickleball, tennis and kids’ games there will be another educational presentation by the History Committee on Thursday night July 11 beginning at 7 at the Casino. Plan to be there to listen to Ocean Pointer John Waldman speak and answer questions about life at Ocean Point when he was growing up. John is a wealth of information regarding earlier days at Ocean Point and is kind enough to share that knowledge with all of us.

Our first Food Sale will occur on Friday, July 12 at 9:30 a.m. I know we have so many incredible chefs here at Ocean Point who will be preparing their favorite dish or dessert that you will want to purchase. Come and mingle over coffee and donuts and stock up on food items for the weekend. Barb Slayton and Ginna Yerrall are in charge of this event.

Later that day the junior tennis team will play an away match against Christmas Cove at 2:00,come out and cheer on our team. By the time you read this they will have played their first match against the Yacht Club, results of that match will be forthcoming.

The Driscoll Family will once again serve up some delicious pancakes on Saturday morning, July 13 beginning at 8:30 until 10 a.m.; don’t miss out, as you will not be disappointed. Gluten free is available as well.

Rev.Virginia Rickeman, United Church of Christ (ret.), Boothbay Harbor, Maine will conduct Sunday services on July 14 beginning at 9:30 a.m. All are welcome.

The Brown/Plummer family will host the first Ball game Grill next Sunday, July 14 following the softball game. Burgers and hot dogs will be provided, please bring a side dish or salad to share.

Later that evening the Raymond family will have a movie night on their lawn at 8 with another movie night planned at the Casino on Tuesday, July 16 hosted by Annie Berg. Tuesday’s movie begins at 6. The movie follows the kid’s Scavenger Hunt at 5 with Abby, Tim and Kate Lindley.

China McHold will present information on how to deal with anxiety on Monday, July 15 at 7 p.m. If you are experiencing feelings of anxiety or depression or would like to learn more about her program come and learn some key tips on how best to deal with these feelings.

A celebration of life for Leslie Whitehouse will be held Saturday, July 13 at the Wilson Memorial Chapel at 1 p.m. with a reception to follow at the Casino.

Congratulations to Abby Clark and her successful appearance on “American Ninja Warrior.” Abby recently became engaged to another contestant on Ninja, Joe Capo. All the best to you both as you plan your special day.

Abby was here for some relaxation with her sister Devon and husband Sean Boyle, her mom Sue and her uncle Kip.

As you can see the Point is busy! Have a great week!