Happy Holidays, everyone. I consider Halloween to be the big event that kicks off the holiday season in Ocean City. I couldn’t wait to flip through the pages of this week’s Coconut Times to see all the creative costumes and outrageous parties around town from Halloween 2011.     On November 17, the Winterfest of Lights began illuminating the Inlet, Baltimore Avenue, and Northside Park. Of course, if you grew up in Ocean City, or spent a long stretch of time living here, you’re likely to reunite with fellow “natives” over the next couple of months.     For my family and me, Fager’s Island is the meeting grounds after Thanksgiving dinner each year. Familiar faces come out of the woodwork to celebrate the holiday, and DJ Wood will host this year’s Locals Reunion Party at Fager’s Island on Thanksgiving night. I can’t wait to dance the night away to DJ Wood’s professional mix. He... » Click here for the full story.

    Where are the costume contests for Halloween this year? This is a question many of you have been asking, and Coconut Times is happy to present all the details. Fager’s Island is thoroughly decorated with carved pumpkins and Halloween décor. Put on your costume and kickoff the weekend at Fager’s Island on Friday night, when Rock Bottom performs KISS greatest hits in full costumes and make-up. On Saturday night, Fager’s Island presents its official costume contest with cash and prizes for best costumes in several categories, and live party music by Toxic Mouse.     Johnny’s Pizza & Pub on 56th Street will award a free pizza party to everyone dressed in a costume on Friday, October 28. Matteo’s Salsa Loco in Fenwick Island hosts its Halloween costume party at 9:00 on Friday night. Also in Fenwick Island, High Stakes Bar & Grill presents its costume contest on Saturday, October 29, with awards for best, scariest... » Click here for the full story.

    I have my Halloween costume ready to go. Do you? Halloween falls on a Monday this year, but most Ocean City hotspots will throw parties and host costume contests next weekend. Pick up next week’s issue of Coconut Times for all the spooktacular details. Here is a preview of the main events.     On Friday, October 28, Fager’s presents its annual costume party, hosted by Rock Bottom—a KISS tribute band that goes full throttle with makeup and costumes. Seacrets is famous for its annual Halloween bash. This year, the major event takes place on Saturday, October 29. The top prize is a trip to Jamaica for two. On Monday, October 31, Seacrets presents its locals costume contest. Get creative, and you could win gift certificates and cash prizes.     In Fenwick Island, High Stakes Bar & Grill invites you to its costume contest on Saturday, October 29. Locals will compete for the best, funniest, and scariest costumes. Awards... » Click here for the full story.