Ocean Point Column Oct.18,2018

Ocean Point Column

October 18,2018

By Maryellen Bertrand

The Ocean Point season is now officially over as the seasonal water turn off has begun. The final weekend for many of our residents was the Columbus Day holiday and many were there to close cottages. Everyone I spoke with expressed the same sentiment; it was sad to see our time at Ocean Point end.

Along with closing cottages many enjoyed the Pumpkin Fest in Damariscotta and the Fair at the Railway Museum. Although I did not attend the Pumpkin Fest I did hear from several people that it was once again a wonderful time with lots of fun activities to participate in. I was at the Railway and enjoyed the many crafts, music, and food and of course met many Ocean Pointers doing the same.

The weekend ended with a fabulous turkey dinner at the Ocean Point Inn on Sunday evening which many residents attended. Thanks to the staff at the Inn for not only providing a wonderful summer of dining at our favorite spot, but also a delicious meal on that evening as well; it was a great way to say farewell to Ocean Point friends and to officially end our season. The Jamaican and the Turkey Dinner nights were both so successful that a suggestion was made to possibly open our season with a dinner too! I will keep you informed regarding plans for this event as we approach spring.

Several Ocean Pointers were lucky enough to squeak out an additional weekend after the holiday and took advantage of the opportunity. I will tell you that it was extremely quiet and cool but always beautiful!

I was excited to see that the Pumpkin People are back this year in the village of East Boothbay dressed in their whimsical and creative attire, such a comical addition to the Halloween celebration.

Please help me welcome our newest residents of Ocean Point, Bob and Shelley Daley who have purchased Grace Ryder’s cottage. Bob and Shelly reside in Venice, Florida and are very excited to become a part of the Ocean Point community. Our year round residents may have an opportunity to meet Bill and Shelly in the next week or so; however, most of us will likely have to wait until spring.

Just a reminder to check the website often this winter for any information regarding our Preservation Project, activities or any other matters of importance to Ocean Point.

I would like to take this opportunity to say thank you to all of you for your support of activities throughout the summer and beyond and for providing me with your news for the column.

Please continue to send news often so that we may stay connected through the winter.

I wish you all a safe, healthy winter and look forward to being together again at our beloved peninsula.

Have a great week!