"Little Tree"

BY E. E. CUMMINGS

little tree

little silent Christmas tree

you are so little

you are more like a flower

who found you in the green forest

and were you very sorry to come away?

see    i will comfort you

because you smell so sweetly

i will kiss your cool bark

and hug you safe and tight

just as your mother would,

only don't be afraid

look    the spangles

that sleep all the year in a dark box

dreaming of being taken out and allowed to shine,

the balls the chains red and gold the fluffy threads,

put up your little arms

and i'll give them all to you to hold

every finger shall have its ring

and there won't be a single place dark or unhappy

then when you're quite dressed

you'll stand in the window for everyone to see

and how they'll stare!

oh but you'll be very proud

and my little sister and i will take hands

and looking up at our beautiful tree

we'll dance and sing

"Noel Noel"



Click the image below to watch and listen to "'Twas the Night Before Christmas" narrated by Michael Buble:

Members get exclusive benefits and your membership with the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District helps to support public art and events! Memberships start at $25 for artists and $35 for individuals. Support the arts in Crisfield, sign up at: crisfieldarts.org/membership.

Updates on all of the events are on our calendar at CrisfieldArts.org under Upcoming Events. Check back regularly :)

December Events

Plein Air Crisfield

Dec. 1-2, 4:30-8:00pm

SCAC West Main St. Gallery

1100 W. Main St.

Come see all the local paintings done during Crisfield Plein Air 2023 and buy a Crisfield treasure to keep! Go to socoarts.org

Christmas Parade

Dec. 1, 6:00pm

Library to City Dock

Come see the annual parade with all the entries, candy for the kids and of course–Santa!

Christmas Boat Parade

Dec. 2, 6:00pm

City Dock Area

There will be decorated boats lit up going from Somers Cove to Tawes Nursing Home and back. Come watch at various points--Somers Cove Marina, City Dock, Wellington Beach and the Legion. There will be holiday music, food and drink specials and shopping with local vendors at the City Dock area and Water's Edge Cafe.

Crisfield Police Department’s “Santa at the Station” Toy Drive

Dec. 4

Crisfield PD, 319 W. Main St.

Please deliver new, unwrapped toys (ages infant to 12 years old) or make a monetary donation to the Crisfield Police Department by Dec. 4th. Thank you for giving to a child this Christmas!

Entertainment and Art Reception

Dec. 8, Time 5:00-8:00pm

Gallery 413

413 W. Main St.

Come and be entertained by accomplished keyboardist, vocalist and songwriter–Arif Durrani–while you enjoy food, drinks, shopping for art and mingling with friends.

Corbin Christmas Bazaar

Dec. 9, 11:00-3:00pm

Corbin Studio & Gallery

4 East Main St

Do all your last minute shopping at our annual bazaar! There will be local artists and crafters selling their beautiful and unique gift items for the holidays.

Ornament & Special Gift Workshop 

Dec. 14th, 5-7pm and Dec. 16th, 10-12pm

Corbin Studio & Gallery

4 East Main St

Andrea will be holding this workshop on two days, come for one or for both. Participants will decorate a wooden ornament and a special gift perfect for parents, grandparents, family, and friends. Sign up at CrisfieldArts.org

Poetry Reading

Dec. 15, 5:30pm

Corbin Studio & Gallery

4 East Main St

Marcus Colasurdo is a poet & activist who has published several books and given inspiring readings across venues of Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington DC, Virginia, and California. He often combines art, music, and audience at performances to raise money for worthy causes. For tickets visit CrisfieldArts.org

Tawes Museum Last-Day-of-the-Season

Dec. 16

J.W. Tawes Museum

3 9th St.

It’s your last chance to visit our Heritage Museum for the season! There will be deep discounts on select items, so get there early!

Always more events pop up! Bookmark the calendar to keep updated for things to do in the Arts and Entertainment District and the Crisfield community! Go to: CrisfieldArts.org

Time is running out to collect this year's card! Hurry and come visit ALL three Art Galleries in Crisfield and receive an exclusive and collectable photo print card from local artist, Brian Sutherland! ($5 value)

Here's how it works:

1. Visit any of the three art galleries or the Visitor's Center in Crisfield and pick up a sign-up card.
2. Get the card signed by each gallery as you enjoy the beautiful art.
3. Once you've visited all three galleries, hand your card in to your last gallery and receive your personal photo print of Brian Sutherland's, Tranquil Breeze

Looking for some exercise? Bicycle your way around to visit all 3 galleries--from the Corbin Studio bike rack to the City Dock bike rack/ West Main Street Gallery, with Gallery 413 in the middle!

Bicycle Route Map for All 3 Art Galleries

Holiday Happenings!

Nov. 25, 5:00-8:00: Christmas in Crisfield near the City Dock

This annual family friendly event kicks off our Christmas here in Crisfield with the official lighting of the crab pot holiday tree. There will be live music, dancing, vendors, free treats, horse drawn carriage rides and lots of merriment! 

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Dec. 1, 6:00pm: Christmas Parade 

Starts at the library and goes to the City Dock. Trophies for BEST entries! 

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Dec. 2, 6:00pm: Annual Christmas Boat Parade 

There will be decorated and lit up boats going from Somers Cove to Tawes Nursing Home and back. Come watch at various points--Somers Cove Marina, City Dock, Wellington Beach and the Legion. There will be holiday music, food and drink specials and holiday shopping around the City Dock. Want more? You're invited to an after party at the Legion for members and guests.

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Dec. 9, 11-3pm: Corbin Christmas Bazaar! 

Annual holiday art, crafts and so much more extravaganza! Do all your last minute shopping here at the Corbin Studio & Gallery. 

And speaking of #GIVING this holiday season...

You're invited to the Corbin Studio and Gallery on November 28, 12:00-1:00pm for a light LUNCH and a chance to win a delicious dessert in our CAKE WALK! (with a donation please).

You can also donate Nov. 20-28th at www.shoregivesmore.org/crisfieldarts

Buy Tickets Now:

Poetry Reading by Mark Colasurdo

Dec. 15, 5:30pm

Marcus Colasurdo is a poet & activist who has published several books and given inspiring readings across venues of Maryland, Pennsylvania, Washington DC, Virginia, and California. He often combines art, music, and audience at performances to raise money for worthy causes.

$5/person

Go to CrisfieldArts.org or https://form.jotform.com/232956388498175

Shopping Events for unique holiday crafts and gift giving!

Nov. 25, 5:00-8:00: Christmas in Crisfield near the City Dock

Dec. 1-2, Tim &Doris' Country Store Holiday Open House

10-5pm W. Main St.

Dec. 2, 6:00pm: Annual Christmas Boat Parade near the City Dock

Dec. 9, 11-3pm: Corbin Studio and Gallery (4 E. Main St.) Christmas Bazaar! 

Somerset County Library Programs

Lots of free programs for all ages! Check out somelibrary.org/ and sign up today.

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Have something to add to this event list? Email arts@crisfieldcityhall.com

About the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District:

The non-profit Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District (CAED) is the State recognized entity for the management of the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District. Maryland’s Arts & Entertainment (A&E) Districts help develop and promote community involvement, tourism, and revitalization through tax-related incentives that attract artists, arts organizations, and other creative enterprises to towns and cities across the state.

Thank you MSAC! To discover more about the Maryland State Arts Council and how they impact Maryland, visit msac.org