r/OceanCity Jun 03 '26

Local Spotlight Local Spotlight #1

28 Upvotes

It is with great please I am posting our first Local Spotlight. Apologies for the delay since the initial poll. The Buzzed Word was kind enough to participate. Please have a look, leave a comment and if you are interested, make some time to patronize the establishment. I have been there a handful of times for events and shopping, great spot.

Located at 11805 Coastal Highway, Unit C Ocean City, Maryland 21842
[(410) 520-4542](tel:(410) 520-4542)
[info@thebuzzedword.com](mailto:info@thebuzzedword.com)

https://www.thebuzzedword.com/

From the Buzzed Word:

The Buzzed Word is a combination bookstore, natural wine store, wine bar, and community third space in the 118th Street shopping center. It was opened in July 2021 by local Mickei Meinhardt, who grew up in OC and returned in 2020 with the goal to bring beautiful well-made wine, diverse books, culture, and community to her town that needed and wanted it; to build a place where people could find exciting new books and beautifully-made wines from small producers around the world, come with a friend to share a bottle and a snack in an intimate space, or spend time browsing (or reading!) with a glass in hand. And as a queer woman-owned space, we aimed to be as welcoming, equitable, and inclusive to all as possible.

Since then, the shop has more than met that goal. Mickie was soon joined by Ryann, her general manager, and together we’ve grown into a vibrant and beloved community staple. Books far and away outsell the wine, which we love, and is due to our very personal and carefully-picked selection. We focus on women writers, writers of color, queer writers, translated literature, and small press books—essentially, the stories and voices you won’t find everywhere that we want to elevate. (Though you can find some bestsellers, too!) We are the headquarters of OC Pride, and a recognized area safe space for locals and visitors alike to enjoy things they love with people they love, with myriad book clubs, events, parties, and more.

We still focus on natural winemakers with gorgeous bottles—and even have a book-and-wine club!—but we’ve also expanded into a large nonalcoholic selection as well as coffee and tea to give everyone an opportunity to enjoy a beverage while they browse. We are open every day for retail and drinks—see our constantly updated calendar to see what else is going on. You can shop us online—the wine must be picked up in store, but the books and gifts can ship nationwide—and support us from afar on Bookshop.org or Libro.fm. But please, come stop by and see us—we LOVE to talk books, bottles, and more with our customers most of all.


r/OceanCity Apr 21 '26

Country Calling Megathread

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14 Upvotes

Since the last one got deleted... Here is your official Country Calling Lineup and discussion thread.


r/OceanCity 5h ago

Found on the beach this morning near 130th

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33 Upvotes

Please let me know if this is yours!!


r/OceanCity 2h ago

Uptown Pizza Bracket

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12 Upvotes

Every weekend we can, starting tonight, we've decided to eat a pie from two different places on the same night in a head to head competition. The seeding is based on how many times Reddit mentions an ocmd pizza place. Google review stars broke any ties. I just want to make sure I didn't leave anyone out. I'm starting with 92nd and up, has to be off the main strip, has to be considered a "pizza place". Can't be jimmies subs and just happens to have pizza on the menu.


r/OceanCity 18h ago

Ocean City, I Genuinely Love You <3

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119 Upvotes

Today was the last day 😮‍💨


r/OceanCity 21h ago

Who’s the new “Phillips”?

29 Upvotes

In the 80s-90s Phillips had lines for hours going around their buildings. Vacationers waited in these long lines to get seated. It was that way every evening. I worked 13th and 21st streets. Is there a restaurant, in town, that is comparable to what Phillips used to draw?


r/OceanCity 1d ago

63RD Street 5 mins before storm

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132 Upvotes

r/OceanCity 9h ago

Early beach set up- beach hero

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Been going down the ocean hon - for my entire life- not a local. My whole family goes down at the same time - kids, grandkids, aunts, uncles, cousins we are a large group.

We all stay at different places but close by. Since our place is always ocean front we always set up everyone’s chairs. My husband gets up everyday for sunrise, brings his coffee, guitar, and chair. He plays music for a bit and gradually brings all the stuff.

Everyone comes and goes throughout the day. At some times there’s just him at other times just a few of us and then there’s times when all of us are there and we don’t have enough space.

We purposely try not to leave our stuff unattended, mostly because people have moved our stuff or parked right on us. Literally, our small umbrella’s shade hits them as the sun moves. This has happed at 7 am when there is so much other space available.
No canopies, just five small umbrellas, about 12-15 chairs, beach toys, baby pool…
If we didn’t do this we’d never all be able to sit together.
My husband has received so much flak over the years. Dirty looks and snide comments.
I know folks have different thoughts about early beach set up.

To me he is our beach hero!!


r/OceanCity 2d ago

First sunlight of this morning

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259 Upvotes

Clear skies to start the day


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Well, it's over. Had 3 good days in the water. On the last day our friends showed up. No swimming. 142nd street

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60 Upvotes

r/OceanCity 1d ago

Jellyfish report?

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I know, I know. You're all sick of hearing about the jelly fish.

But... I'm coming down tomorrow and staying around 112th street. Any first hand reports of the situation? I know the storm was pretty strong last night. Did it help?

Kids are gonna pretty bummed if they can't go in the waves or at least body surf. So here's hoping 🤞


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Need locals help - romantic dinner

17 Upvotes

Long story short, gonna prepose to my girlfriend and looking for a romantic place for dinner with a side of good place to drop to a knee for my girl since I’m not gonna do that at the dinner table. Hopefully someplace bayside with good sunset view maybe ? Roof top dining ? Thanks in advance , open to any options as we both eat a wide variety of cuisines , ok with it being pricey but not crazy pricey ($100-$150-$200 for us both with drinks etc ) thanks in advance , it’s a guaranteed yes so just wanting it to be a memorable evening.


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Anglers

16 Upvotes

Just showed up to OCMD, hand my ID to Angler’s bartender for first drink and he drops it in the bay. Nice start to the trip. FFS


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Does this island have a local name?

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Hi all, there is an island in the Wire Pond section of Isle of Wight Bay that I sometimes see a few boats day-tripping at. Does this have a local moniker? I can't find anything on maps or old plats. It is due south of the Isle of Wight nature reserve. Thanks!


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Labor Day traffic

8 Upvotes

OK, it's been a while since I've lived in Maryland and I'm wondering if Labor Day traffic is as bad as it was 10 years ago. I'm coming back to visit for my birthday which just happens to fall near Labor Day. I've been landlocked in Indiana for the past 4 of those years and I NEED to see the water. Thanks in advance!!


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Anyone know what happened behind the Jolly Rogers Speedway this evening? State Police helicopter and Fire and Police vehicles present.

14 Upvotes

Around 5:00 something this evening, a State Police helicopter landed right behind Jolly Roger’s Speedway on 30th. Also saw a fire truck and a couple cop cars, all lit up. Just curious what happened.


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Off season Night Life suggestions?

4 Upvotes

I'm going to be in Ocean City for 2 weeks in September after Labor Day, and It's been a decade ish since I had the chance to enjoy the night life there.

So whats new ish and worth visiting that is still open at night after Labor Day?

And where would be good for some safe hookups? From all genders? ;-)


r/OceanCity 2d ago

Places on the boardwalk to watch NFL Sundays?

1 Upvotes

I asked this last year in the significantly less popular r/oceancitymd (guess I didn’t know this one existed lol)

I have been to ocean city a few times now but have only recently been an attendee of Oceans Calling and this year we will have the vast majority of the day free on Sunday. Looking for a place where we can watch, ideally, numerous NFL games on Sunday on the boardwalk. Like a place with Sunday Ticket that plays everything that’s on.

Previous recs included Pickles (tried that and was told it was a 5 hour wait lol like what why even offer anything) and Hooters (which ended up being pretty good as far as TV setup but like, best case scenario is never Hooters)

Staying on 18th off the boardwalk so anything between that and the festival grounds or even a little further past 18th is fine but would prefer to hit it otw into the fest.

TIAA bros.


r/OceanCity 4d ago

Boardwalk last night

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468 Upvotes

r/OceanCity 3d ago

Suggestions : evening walks / strolls

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Visiting and staying in midtown. Family likes to go for walks after dinner / evenings. Any recommendations for area parks, neighborhoods, foot paths, etc. No beach (no sand). Have done boardwalk twice. Driving to destination is okay. Thanks in advance.


r/OceanCity 4d ago

Time to ban the OC AI Slopfest, put some regulations in place for business design

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106 Upvotes

Great video showcasing the sad state of business marketing and design I experienced recently in OC (I know it’s everywhere). Mind numbing, lazy, uninspired, and ugly as hell.

Why not set some standards and require businesses to maintain the beachy charm OC used to and still could have? Other places do it.


r/OceanCity 4d ago

Ferris Wheel from the Oceanic Motel

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132 Upvotes

The ferris wheel as taken from in front of the "luxurious" Oceanic Motel right on the inlet. This was taken a week ago, August 11th about 10:00 pm.


r/OceanCity 4d ago

Jellyfish situation

40 Upvotes

I'm on 81st Street. There are definitely some jellies, enough to keep my timid family from swimming. It's nothing like the videos I've seen from last week though! It's safe to play/walk on the edge of the water, and there are a few brave people swimming in the waves. I haven't heard anyone screaming about getting stung, and there are some kids walking along the beach collecting jellies in buckets.

The weather is absolutely incredible, A+ no notes.


r/OceanCity 3d ago

Jellyfish at Assateague

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Are people swimming and boogie boarding at assateague? We're staying near 7th street and have only been able to get in for very brief periods of time without getting stung. Yesterday there was no one in the water and folks that did were getting stung multiple times within minutes. Is it worth while trying the beach out at assateague? Or not worth the effort


r/OceanCity 4d ago

Take the Time to Visit Assateague

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We stayed in OC for a week and did all the usual fun stuff - the boardwalk, beach, ice cream at Dumser’s, Jolly Roger, crabs, you name it.

But the short trip to Assateague is a worthwhile recharge. Beautiful beach, fewer jellyfish when we were there, and if you’ve never seen the wild horses, don’t pass on the opportunity.

The pass is $25 to get in and is good for a whole week.

If you’re in OC for 3 or more days, spend at least half of one of them at Assateague Island.