Here’s a link to a short video teaser. Stay tuned for the full movie premier. OCC Saved from the Wrecking Ball

Pictured left to right: Lisa Harrington, Liza Ledford, Louisa Zendt, Sarah Ramsey, Julie Wells, Jenny Stanley and Bonnie Richards. Missing members are Elaine Cox, Paula Bell

This is the official committee behind the Maryland Heritage Area Authority “Stories of the Chesapeake” grant project entitled, “Building Community & Preserving History, The Oxford Community Center”. The project consists of a documentary and exhibit installation of how the building was saved from demolition by the heartfelt determination of the residents of Oxford in 1980. It continues the timeline to celebrate the renovations finished June 24, 2012.
Lester Wilson received the “Loyalty and Longevity” award for being the longest and most beloved staff member of the OCC for 38 years. His wife Barbara served on the Board and their family are an integral part of OCC’s operations.
George Passano – Board Trustee Emeritus and long-term Steward!
Senator Addie Eckardt presenting a Resolution from the Senate of Maryland to the OCC for reaching a 40-year milestone anniversary.
Senator Richard Colburn, Commissioner Jimmy Jaramillo, Liza Ledford and Delegate Johnny Mautz.  Johnny, House Chair, presented the Center with an Official Citation from the Maryland General Assembly for “providing an exceptional gathering space and excellent programming for Talbot County residents and the Oxford Community”.
Carol Patterson & Dorothy Fenwick. Lee Phillips, awardee, in the back.

Pictured below is Jennifer Stanley receiving her “Promise Keeper” Award for her tireless dedication and leadership!
Other awards were given to:

Lee Phillips, Senator Richard Colburn, Susan Denton
Gail Owens, Joan Levy

Awardees not in attendance:

Bill Ritchie, Cameron Mactavish, Philip Conner,
Eric Mihan, Ellen Andersen, Chris Gilson, Tony Gould
President of the Oxford Board of Trustees, Earl Segal, recognized the early leaders with “Stewardship Awards”. Pictured above are those who were also featured in the film. (Not all interviewees were in attendance)

Left to right: Hon. Sydney Campen Jr., Suzanne Litty, Lisa Harrington, Jennifer Stanley and Earl Segal at Podium.
Full list of Interviewees:

Fern Banks, Sidney Campen Jr., Philip Conner, Elaine Cox, Thomas Fauntleroy, Fiona Foster, Lisa Harrington, Suzanne Litty, Cameron Mactavish, Leo Nollmeyer, Jennifer Stanley.
Fiona Foster received a “Promise Keeper” award for filling the building with entertainment as long-term board member and creative force with Tred Avon Players for 40 years. Larry Paz also received the Promise Keepers award for filling OCC with laughter. (Larry Paz Pictured below)
Wonderful to see so many people come to share their stories of the OCC over the years.

Thank you to Garden and Garnish for the sandwiches and Pope’s Tavern for the meatballs and antipasti!

Thank you to everyone who made it to the party and we look forward to more celebrating through the year!