All for one, one for all.

— Alexandre Dumas

 

Dear Ocean Shores Community Club Members,

The quote above is poignant as Ocean Shores Community Club continues to evolve each day and year. Club membership began in 1960 when Ocean Estates, LLC purchased and outlined the planned community. Ocean Shores Community Club in its inception was designed to be a place for members to meet, engage in recreational activities and build friendships with co-members throughout the City of Ocean Shores.

As the community grew and evolved, OSCC did so as well. During the past five years, OSCC members and staff have committed to strengthening our facilities and activities to be even more inclusive to all our members — both young and old. Throughout this working process, we have experienced some missteps and have worked hard to address these. Together we will continue to make OSCC a place for members and their guests to enjoy and create wonderful moments and memories.

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Club Updates

Preparation for OSCC’s ANNUAL PICNIC is underway. To date, more than 190 people have registered for this end of summer event held on Aug. 23, 3 p.m. to 5 p.m. Reservations can be made by contacting our front desk and will be accepted through the end of day Friday, Aug. 8.  Reservations greatly assist with ensuring the proper amount of food is purchased. Our team and the OSCC Board of Trustees are looking forward to celebrating with you.

Speaking of the board, OSCC election results are in! Mike Valdez, Gloria Silas-Baggs and Peggy Faber have been elected to serve the board of trustees for the next three years. Thank you to all our members who submitted their ballot.

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Pool Updates

Bayshore Pool and Cabana Pool are open. Lifeguards are scheduled for all open hours. Please refer to our monthly calendar or website, oceanshorescc.com, for swim and activity times.

Due to our certified lifeguard shortage, we are unable to open Ken Peterson Pool. Throughout the fall and winter season we will work on building our lifeguard team in hopes of having all three pools available for next summer. Individuals interested in joining our team are encouraged to contact our office.

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Membership Reminders

Please remember to show your membership card when using our facilities. Also, to ensure proper access is given to your guests, please escort your guests into the building. Members with guests must remain on the premises until your guests depart the facility.

Fitness equipment is maintained by our maintenance team. Member support in assisting in the condition and longevity of our equipment is so appreciated. Equipment is durable but if abused, can become damaged. Please be mindful to use the equipment with care. Accidents will occur and our team will work to address these as quickly as possible. I have also been asked by our members to remind everyone to wipe down the machines once you have completed using the equipment.

Members have also asked me to remind everyone to keep their dogs on a leash when enjoying our properties with their canine friends. OSCC policy is to ensure the safety of all —humans and canines alike. Some people are not comfortable when encountering off-leash dogs at the park. Some of our members may have mobility or balance issues and may not be comfortable when encountering off-leash dogs at our properties. Everyone can feel safe and enjoy the park freely when dogs are kept leashed. Thank you in advance for your kindness, understanding and policy adherence.

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The Sandy Spoon Café

Oooh, those cinnamon rolls! Truly delicious and becoming known city wide, The Sandy Spoon Café continues to be enjoyed by many. Remember, the cafe is open to the public. The updated hours to partake in sweets, treats and healthy fare are as follows:

Monday                8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Tuesday               8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Wednesday       CLOSED

Thursday            CLOSED

Friday                   8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Saturday            8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Sunday            10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

 

A Step Back in Time

The Ocean Observer from July 1994 is a fun review of our city and community club. Various community groups were represented and trivia engaged the reader even more. Check out this issue and see if you can up for a Jeopardy Challenge. Find the trivia questions for the following answers:       

1.   1973

2.   1962

3.   Tonya Harding

 

Closing Thought

Summer brings great joy! Seeing families enjoy our pools, playgrounds, gymnasium, game room or just sitting on the back deck enjoying a relaxing beverage or meal is a wonderful sight.

My team and I take great pride and joy when we observe so many of all ages smiling, laughing and engaging in fun-filled activities with family and friends.  These images are poignant and are representive of the following quote by Ralph Waldo Emerson:

              “Live in the sunshine, swim in the sea, drink the wild air.”

Have a most wonderful and safe summer season!!

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 Kathleen

 Kathleen Maroney

General Manager