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Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events
November 30, 2023 - December 14, 2023
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Business After Hours: Rescue Fire Company Train Garden
Tonight! Thursday, November 30 - 5:30 p.m.
307 Gay Street, Cambridge, MD
You’re Invited!
The Rescue Fire Company’s Annual Train Garden Opening Night will be a Business After Hours. We look forward to sharing this favorite Cambridge Christmas tradition with you.
Register Here
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Youth Workforce Lunch and Learn
December 1, 2023 - 12:00 p.m.
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
Conference Center or Via Zoom
306 High Street, Cambridge, MD
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce Education Committee is teaming up with the new Dorchester County Public Schools Career Coaches to hold an information sharing session for all employers in Dorchester County. The Youth Workforce Lunch and Learn session is set for Friday, December 1, 2023, at Noon. The objective of the event is to help local businesses learn how to tap into the capable workforce found right here in our high schools. The session will cover multiple options for getting students engaged in the workforce while they are still attending high school.
The challenge with an adequate workforce is listed in the top three issues facing almost every business in the State of Maryland. We have a relatively untapped source of labor in our schools with the desire to learn and build job skills for their futures. We just need to make the connection between the employers and students in a way that works with student interests and educational needs. The Chamber believes the Career Coaches will be instrumental in making that happen.
“We are very excited about the creation of the new Career Coach roles at DCPS.” says Joel Bunde, Chair of the education committee. “They will be a tremendous resource for our students and a great asset for the business community as we work to solve the workforce challenges we face today.”
Over the past four years the Chamber has been working with DCPS and the State Department of Labor to help get the Youth Apprentice Program launched. While covid slowed progress, the program is now at a point where it can truly have a significant impact on the career development of our youth and a huge impact on the local workforce. The addition of Career Coaches within DCPS is going to be a catalyst for the growth of the program. There are many success stories locally and across the state for the Youth Apprentice Program already. The more students and businesses that get engaged in the program the faster we will realize improvements in our local workforce. It will be one of the key topics at the Lunch and Learn.
There are other ways to engage students and help with their career development and improved employability and those will also be discussed during the session. Some examples include internships (paid and unpaid), job shadowing, summer/seasonal employment, and just straight hiring a student while understanding and respecting the hours they are able to work while still in school.
The session will be held in the Chamber Conference Center and will have a webinar option for those that cannot make it to the in-person event. Lunch will be provided for those who attend in-person. There is no charge for the event, but you must register for either the in-person or online option.
Registration is required: Register Here
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Chamber Business Lunch
Maryland Legislative Session Preview
December 5, 2023 - 12:00 p.m.
Chesapeake Grove Intergenerational Center
Delmarva Community Services
108 Chesapeake Street, Cambridge, MD
Join us for our annual Legislative Preview Business Lunch as our State legislative team lets us know what to expect in the 2024 Legislative Session in Annapolis. All four representatives for District 37 will be in attendance: Senator Johnny Mautz, Delegate Christopher Adams, Delegate Tom Hutchinson and Delegate and Speaker Pro-Tem Sheree Sample-Hughes,
This legislative session will be very active with several items that could have a large impact on local businesses. This is a good chance to learn first hand what our delegation believes is important and what they will champion. If you have questions you would like them to address, please send them to Bill@dorchesterchamber.org before November 28th.
Please let us know of any special dietary needs in advance.
As of November 30th: Members: $25, Non-Members $30
Registration can be made by clicking the REGISTER button, by emailing info@dorchesterchamber.org, or by calling 410-228-3575.
Registration is required: Register Here
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Ribbon Cutting: K&K's Taxi
December 12, 2023 - 12:00 p.m.
603 Pine Street, Cambridge, MD
K&K's Taxi has moved into their own building and want to share their plans for the future with the business community. You are invited to join us for a Ribbon Cutting, a tour of their new facilities, and to learn more about their services. K&K’s Taxi is a community-oriented business and they are looking forward to you helping them celebrate this milestone.
Register Here
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MCE Holiday Covered Dish Luncheon & Networking Event
December 13, 2023 - 12:00 p.m.
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
Conference Room, 306 High Street, Cambridge, MD
Annual Holiday Covered Dish Luncheon & Networking Event ~ Everyone is Welcome ~ Enjoy making meaningful connections over delicious food and friendly faces. All of our classes are always free.
Hosted by: Lisa Twilley, Director of the MCE Women’s Business Center All attendees must register for this event. In the registration, at the bottom after you enter number of attendees – please put what covered dish you will be bringing in the box with your last name.
Maryland Capital Enterprises Women's Business Center
This event is held in the Dorchester Chamber's Conference Room on the 2nd floor. There is no elevator available.
Register Here
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Have your company noticed in the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce's Business & Community Resource Directory
All our members are listed in the Directory, but will yours stand out? Display advertising is available in both color and black and white from one sixth page all the way up to a full page, even covers. These publications are not only available here in our office, but in locations throughout Dorchester County. They are full of great information.
Deadline to have information updated and advertising in is November 27.
Click Here to find out more about advertising
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Time to sign up to be a
2024 Chamber Corporate Sponsor
Your support as a Corporate Sponsor provides a known income source that allows the Chamber to plan out activities in advance to support its mission “To Advance Dorchester County by Educating, Promoting and Nurturing a Strong, Resilient Business Community." All while saving you money on Chamber activities.
Click Here to learn more and sign up
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Dorchester Chamber Foundation Scholarship Applications are OPEN
Application Process Opened November 1
Calling all Chamber Members that have employees that are age 16-21 or have employees with children or grandchildren that are age 16-21. The awards are not only for high school seniors but anyone looking to continue their education in a certified program.
We have awarded scholarships for a wide variety of programs in the past, including arts, agriculture, cosmetology, computer science, criminal justice, culinary, education, engineering, nursing, physical therapy, physician, marine trades, veterinary medicine, welding, and many more...
Awards range from $1,000 to $4,000. You can learn more and get an application at:
www.dorchesterchamber.org/scholarhips
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Cambridge Ice & Oyster Festival
Friday, January 12, 2024 - 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Saturday, January 13, 2024 - Noon - 8:00 p.m.
Downtown Cambridge, Cambridge, MD
visit our website for more detail:
https://iceoysterfest.com/
2023 Venue Map
2024 Event Overview
- See dazzling ice sculptures showcasing Eastern Shore culture, wildlife & more!
- Entertain your family with kid-friendly ice thrones and games
- Chill out on Cannery Way while feasting on local oysters and craft beer
- Check out an amazing Ice Bar with artisan ice cocktails to warm you from the inside out!
- Watch top ice carvers demonstrate the artistry of their craft
- Warm your hands or make a s'more in one of our fire pits
Free Admission
Follow us on Facebook for updated information
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Suggested Reading:
Quote of the Week:
"Some make the world go round;
others watch it turn."
--Jimmy Buffett
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Bronze Sponsors - Part 1 | |
Giving thanks by giving back, all year long | |
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“It takes this whole community for us to be able to do what we do, and they’ve been so generous, but the need is growing as the economy changes; the need is greater than I think I’ve ever seen it in all my years serving in the Salvation Army,” Captain Wendy Parsons says.
The familiar sights of red kettles and ringing bells have returned, again ushering in the season of giving. But for the Salvation Army and it’s legion of community ‘angels,’ there’s no beginning or end to the mission of lending a hand.
As Parsons noted, “we’re always, always busy here.”
There’s the perpetual call to provide safe haven and meals for homeless residents at the Robert and Grace Bair Overnight Shelter, located behind the church and offices building at 200 Washington Street in Cambridge.
It’s a call often answered by individuals, businesses, and organizations which selflessly step up, filling in the open dates on the shelter’s meal calendar.
Read more on the Dorchester Star
| Promoting the Heritage of the Heart of the Chesapeake in Dorchester | |
On November 2, the Heart of the Chesapeake Country Heritage Area annual awards ceremony was held at the Dorchester Center for the Arts in Cambridge. Two individuals and three organizations or projects were recognized for their outstanding contributions over the past year in promoting the culture and traditions of this part of the Eastern Shore. It marked another successful year for the HCCHA, which continues to play a major role in celebrating and developing what’s great about the extended community.
In concert with public and private partners, the Heart of the Chesapeake Country Heritage Area helps people, groups, and government entities preserve and promote the unique historic, cultural, and natural resources of Dorchester County. It’s core mission is to make the positive effect of heritage tourism on the local economy broader and deeper. The HCCHA is managed by the Dorchester County Tourism Department, which relies on the county government for staff, offices, and funding.
When Natalie Chabot left the tourism director position in Allegheny County to take over the one in Dorchester in 2001, a plan had already been made for creating a heritage area here, but it was still in draft form and not in great shape. Fortunately, Natalie had a solid advisory committee to work with, and they commenced the project in earnest.
The community was required to designate boundaries for the heritage area; they at first wanted to make it the whole county, but Maryland preferred to keep the areas smaller. It does encompass the majority of Dorchester, with Cambridge, Church Creek, Vienna, Hurlock, East New Market, and Secretary within the borders, as well as portions of the waterways that surround the county on three sides.
Read more on the Cambridge Spy
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DCHS hopes to highlight info from local churches at special event | |
CAMBRIDGE — On Wednesday, November 29 from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., author Paul Yoder will visit the Dorchester County Historical Society in Cambridge to share details from his new book: Maryland’s Eastern Shore Historic Churches.
Twenty-three churches of Dorchester are included in this photo documentary. Visitors are encouraged to attend Yoder’s presentation and pick up their own copy of his book that evening. The evening will also serve as a chance to see what information the DCHS has to share regarding churches across the county.
In December, DCHS’ unique church plate display, which features about forty-five different plates in total, will be moving into storage to make way for a new display on one-room schoolhouses. The Church Night event will be an opportunity to view the plates before they are put into storage.
Read more on the Dorchester Star
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Annual Crab Basket Christmas Tree Lights Up Downtown Cambridge for the 10th Consecutive Year | |
CAMBRIDGE, MD — In a time-honored tradition that has become a staple in Dorchester County, volunteers gathered once again in downtown Cambridge to assemble the iconic Crab Basket Christmas Tree. This cherished event, now in its 10th year, stands as a testament to the community's rich maritime heritage.
Standing tall at 22 feet, the unique Christmas tree is a collaborative effort that involves strategically stacking 200 crab baskets generously donated by J.M. Clayton's Seafood Company. The baskets, symbolic of the region's strong ties to watermen and the traditional practices of fishing and crabbing, form the structural core of the festive creation.
Enhancing the visual spectacle are energy-efficient LED lights that adorn the tree, casting a vibrant glow over downtown Cambridge throughout the holiday season. Adding an eco-friendly touch, recycled buoys sourced from the Chesapeake Bay contribute to the tree's overall charm.
Read more on WBOC
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Natalie Parks joins TidalHealth Primary Care in Pocomoke City | |
Natalie Parks, DNP, FNP, MSN, BSN, provides care at TidalHealth Primary Care in Pocomoke City, Md.
Parks earned her bachelor’s degree in nursing, master’s degree in science and Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from Salisbury University and is a member of the Sigma Theta Tau International Nursing Honor Society.
Parks is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners and the Nurse Practitioner Association of Maryland. She once traveled on a mission trip to Nicaragua to provide clinical care in the operating room and family clinic settings.
Read More here
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Seminar Focuses on Trends in Pancreatic Cancer Care | |
Pancreatic cancer is a relatively rare cancer, representing only 3 percent of estimated new cancer diagnoses each year. However, it is especially lethal – presently the 3rd leading cause of cancer death, pancreatic cancer kills more than 50,000 Americans every year.
For the Mid-Shore Pancreatic Cancer Foundation, Inc., supporting efforts to advance the diagnosis and treatment of pancreatic cancer, and educating the public about risk factors and symptoms of the disease are key strategies for saving lives. On this year’s World Pancreatic Cancer Awareness Day (November 16), the Foundation sponsored a seminar, “New Trends in Pancreatic Cancer Diagnosis and Treatment,” in the Cadby Theatre at Chesapeake College in Wye Mills, Md.
Designed for clinicians involved in patient care, the evening program featured presentations by three leading University of Maryland Medical System oncology specialists: Nader Hanna, MD, Professor of Surgery, UM School of Medicine (UM SOM) and Director of Clinical Operations, Division of General & Oncologic Surgery, University of Maryland Medical Center (UMMC); Yixing Jiang, MD, PhD, Professor of Medicine, UM SOM and Director of GI Medical Oncology, Marlene and Stewart Greenebaum Cancer Center, UMMC; and Jason K. Molitoris, MD, PhD, Associate Professor of Radiation Oncology, UM SOM, Associate Medical Director, Department of Radiation Oncology, UMMC, and Director, Clinical Hyperthermia Program.
Read more here
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TidalHealth Peninsula Regional lights holiday star in memory of Maryland State Police Trooper Eddie Plank | |
TidalHealth Peninsula Regional has again constructed its holiday star decoration atop the hospital. The unique star, measuring 22 feet from tip to tip, will be lit on the Friday after Thanksgiving and remain illuminated throughout the holiday season. The star has been the centerpiece of TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s holiday decorating theme for the last 28 years.
In 1995, following the death of Maryland State Police Trooper First Class Edward A. Plank, Jr. who was lost in the line of duty, TidalHealth Peninsula Regional began dedicating the lighting of the star each year in Trooper Plank’s memory. It also serves as a tribute to the hospital’s close working relationship with local emergency responders and law enforcement officers on the Delmarva Peninsula.
Read more HERE
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TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter
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TidalHealth Peninsula Regional honors the following four team members as 3rd Quarter 2023 Team Members of the Quarter:
Brian Ennis of Information Services (IS) is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Administrative and Support Services.
Ennis was recognized for going above and beyond for multiple projects and teams in his role as Network Support Specialist. He is quick to lend his expertise and is always willing to help. He often stops what he is doing to help with any issues. He always responds with a friendly smile and never makes people feel like a bother. His professionalism is commendable and his commitment to TidalHealth is amazing. He is an invaluable asset to the organization and is greatly appreciated.
Rachel Anderson of Information Services (IS) is TidalHealth Peninsula Regional’s 3rd Quarter 2023 Team Member of the Quarter for Professional Services.
Anderson supports multiple projects within her role as EMR Application Analyst. She is attentive to the needs at hand and is always prepared to offer what she can assist with.
Read more HERE
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The Dorchester Chamber Legislative Preview Lunch is set for December 5. All 4 of our District 37 representatives will be there. The lunch will be held at Chesapeake Grove at Noon. Click here for more details and to register.
Links to upcoming local meeting agendas
City of Cambridge
Town of Hurlock
Dorchester County Council
Here is link to Town Hall Streams where you can watch Dorchester County Council, City of Cambridge, Town of Hurlock, and Dorchester County School Board meetings live or recording of prior meetings: TOWN HALL STREAMS
This section of the weekly eNews is designed to provide updates to various legislative topics we think are of importance to our members. If there is any legislation we do not mention that you believe is important please reach out to us via email or call 410-228-3575.
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November 30, 2023
5:30 p.m.
Business After Hours: Rescue Fire Company Train Garden
307 Gay Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register
December 1, 2023
12:00 p.m.
Youth Workforce Lunch and Learn
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce Conference Center or Via Zoom
306 High Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register
December 5, 2023
12:00 p.m.
Chamber Business Lunch - 2024 Maryland Legislative Session Preview
Chesapeake Grove Intergenerational Center
Delmarva Community Services
108 Chesapeake Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register
December 12, 2023
12:00 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting: K&K's Taxi
603 Pine Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register
January 12, 2024 - 4:00 - 9:00 p.m.
January 13, 2024 - Noon - 8:00 p.m.
Cambridge Ice & Oyster Festival
Downtown Cambridge
https://iceoysterfest.com/
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Ongoing
Maryland ROPTA Classes
Workshops in Mental Health First Aid for Adults, Adults who work with Youth, Connection between problem gambling and substance related disorders. For the schedule and if virtual, webinar or in-person, go to:
https://marylandropta.org/calendar/
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November 16 to 25 and December 1 to 23, 2023)
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
The Merry Market
This year, jump-start the spirit of gift-giving at DCA’s new Merry Market! During the holiday shopping season, DCA will transform its entire art gallery into a whimsical shopping experience! This special event features dozens of artists displaying a wide variety of hand-crafted and quality items such as traditional arts and crafts, jewelry, candles, and more! Join us on two of our Second Saturday receptions held on Nov. 12th and Dec. 10th from 5-7 pm. Enjoy a night to remember with light refreshments, live music, and an opportunity to meet all our featured artists! Discover what you may find for yourself and your loved ones this holiday season!
Dorchester Center for the Arts is committed to supporting and uplifting our local artists. We invite you to come see what The Merry Market has to offer.
https://www.dorchesterarts.org
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November 30, 2023
1:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
IUCC Host Blood Bank of Delmarva
Take time out to be a good neighbor - give blood, save lives. The mobile unit will be at Immanuel United Church of Christ. Volunteers are needed too. To make an appointment or find out more information, contact the Blood Bank of Delmarva at www.delmarvablood.org/ 1-888-825-6638
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November 30, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Job Fair
There will be a JOB FAIR at the WYE MILLS Campus in the HPAC Multi-Purpose Room, being held by the Upper Shore Workforce Investment Board, APB Chesapeake, and Chesapeake College.
The event is FREE & OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!
Fine your next great opportunity. No Registration is required for job seekers.
Come prepared with resumes & dress professionally
Candidates of all ages & experience levels invited to attend
Companies will be looking to fill FT & PT positions
Businesses: Please email rzimberoff@chesapeake.edu if you would like to register for the job fair or if you would like more information.
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December 1, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Santa Goes Blue Golf Tournament
Benefitting the Dorchester Santa Toy Drive at River Marsh Golf Club.
We're doing something a bit different this year for our annual charity, the Dorchester County Toy Drive! Our spring golf tournament is always a hit and we hope this will be just as popular! All proceeds from this event will go directly towards gifts for children in need in our community, fascilitated through Junior Achievement, a non-profit we work closely with to give children in Dorchester County the resources they need to grow and prosper. We are seeking sponsors for the tournament, lunch and bar services, and for each hole.
Please reach out to paul@blueruinbar.com for more information on cost and advertising.
Teams should also email Paul to reserve their spot! The cost to enter, $400, will include game play, lunch, and afternoon snacks from Taqueria Floritas for each team member!
www.blueruinbar.com/events
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December 1, 2023
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Frosty's Holiday Village
Join For All Seasons on Friday, December 1, 2023, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. at 620 Goldsborough Street in Easton for a FREE evening with Frosty! Stroll through our holiday village and enjoy FREE activities, including - professional photos with Frosty and friends, holiday crafts, complimentary cocoa and winter treats, and a continuous showing of "Frosty's Winter Wonderland" on the big screen. This is an outdoor event so grab your coat and hat, and don’t forget to bring some holiday CHEER! Last year, nearly 1,400 people participated in this annual community event.
Presenting sponsors include The St. John Foundation and Willow Construction. Additional sponsors include Chesapeake Beach Club, Fraternal Order of Police Cambridge-Dorchester, Lodge #27, Easton Utilities, Tidewater Inn, WBOC, Ewing, Dietz, Fountain and Kaludis, P.A., and Construction Services and Supply, Inc. Earth Data, Inc. will be onsite to secure the Frosty’s Holiday Village inflatables.
Pre-Register for professional photos with Frosty HERE!
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December 1, 2023
5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Row, Row, Row Your Rower
Save the date for this fun rowing event! 500m and 2000m competitions.
Fun social time afterwards!
All details TBA
Heirloom Athletics
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December 1, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Ugly Christmas Sweater Karaoke Party
Wear your ugly Christmas sweater!
Prizes for best ugly sweaters!
Christmas themed games and 360 photo booth fun! Turbo jello shots available for purchase. Bring your own dinner or snacks to complete the night.
No fee, no registration. 21 and over only.
Layton's Chance Vineyard & Winery
Events
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December 1-31, 2023
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
89th Annual RFC Train Garden
The RFC Train Garden returns for its 89th season! Visit at the Old Firehouse, located at 307 Gay Street in Cambridge, and gaze in wonder at the miniature worlds decorated in holiday splendor. Grab a bag of our (almost) world-famous popcorn, enjoy a hot chocolate, and experience Cambridge's favorite tradition of the Christmas season! Open every day but Christmas in December, and brought to you by the volunteers of Rescue Fire Company.
The Train Garden is open every day from 6-9 p.m. and on Saturday and Sunday from 1-4 p.m. as well.
For private tours, email conductor@rfctraingarden.org
www.rfctraingarden.org
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December 2, 2023
8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
Breakfast with Santa at Lil' Bitta Bull
Join Mr. & Mrs. Clause for breakfast. Be sure to stop by the Holiday Market for local gifts.
Lil' Bitta Bull BBQ
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December 2, 2023
9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Zion UMC's 2023 Christmas Bazaar
You're invited to Garrettson Hall for our Christmas Bazaar.
Specialty Vendors: Tastefully Simple, TC's Cozy Corner Boutique, Wednesday Morning Artist Group, Tea Lovers Cafe, Simply Blessed Favors, Scented Moments Candle Co.
Kids' Activities: Kids' Korner with specially priced toys and gifts
Christmas, new, gently used and vintage items, in Santa's Christmas Shop
Sweet and Savory Bake Table
Carry-out ONLY chicken noodle or vegetable beef soup with biscuits (after 10:00 am) $8.00 per quart
www.zionumccambridge.org 410-228-4910
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December 2, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Holiday Market presented by Lil' Bitta Bull
Lil' Bitta Bull will be hosting a Holiday Market with local artisans, crafters, and vendors. Come complete your holiday gift giving in one spot!
Interested in being a vendor?
Email bull@catering@gmail.com or call/text 302-841-3054
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December 2, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Holiday Open House - SCM
This is our annual holiday open house. We will have plenty of samples and items to check out as you walk through our old fashion grocery store. We will also have some goodies in our gift and garden center right next door. You won’t want to miss this event. There will also be a guest appearance of Mr and Mrs Clause during this event. The event is from 10 am - 3 pm
Simmons Center Market
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December 3, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Christmas Toy Bingo
The Church Creek Volunteer Fire Company invites you to a Christmas Toy Bingo.
Doors open at 12 pm, Games start at 2 pm
This is going to be a great event to get some awesome Christmas presents!
Tickets: $25 in advance, $30 at the door.
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December 2 & 5, 2023
12:00 p.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Crafts at Phippins Crafting Corner
12/2/2023:
5pm - Christmas Trees on Wood - Cute classic fun
Click here to register
6pm - Old Time Christmas Ceramic Tree - A Large Ceramic Christmas tree that you will be able to paint and design yourself. We provide the lights and bulb to plug in. This is a 13 inch tree. We will have Christmas goodies and a winter wonderland feel. Disclosure - we do not fire the trees, we use a glaze method that gives the same result and lasts for years and years! Click here to register
12/5/2023:
will create cute Christmas trees out of stained glass. Click here to register
https://www.facebook.com/phippincraftingcorner
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December 5, 2023
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Webinar: SAM.GOV Simplified
Sam.gov Simplified - Federal Work and Grants - FREE Webinar brought to you by Maryland Capital Enterprises Women's Business Center
Sam.gov Free Webinar Tuesday, December 5th – Noon to 1PM Everyone is welcome! Speaker: Roslyn Davis PMP, DASM – U.S. Air Force Chief Master Sergeant (Ret.), President & CEO of RoDa Business Solutions Learn about: Completing your SAM profile How to position your business to earn federal contracts and grants Find out if you are qualified to bid for and accept federal work
Click Here to register
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December 6, 2023
12:00 p.m. - 1:00 p.m.
SCORE: Starting a Nonprofit
In this free webinar, learn about alternative non-profit structures and the key steps to starting and managing a non-profit, including necessary filings, governance and operations.
SCORE Greater Chesapeake & Potomac
mid-atlantic@scorevolunteer.org
Register Here
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December 6, 2023
4:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Feed the People Pre-Launch Event: Agriculture Learning Hub
Come learn about the Feed the People initiative and explore the richness of the Agricultural Learning Hub, a place where the community gathers to learn valuable agricultural farming skills.
Light refreshments will be provided, along with some resources from our community partners! So, bring the whole family and a neighbor or two! We can't wait to connect with you there!!
https://411.kitchen
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December 8, 2023
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Christmas Candle Making
Join Layton's Chance Vineyard & Winery and vintage Candle Company for a fun night of wine and making your very own premium soy candle in a wooden dough bowl! Make as a handmade gift or to keep for yourself!
https://www.laytonschance.com/events/
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December 9, 2023
8:00 a.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Ladies Prayer Breakfast
The monthly Dorchester County Ladies Prayer Breakfast will be held at Grace Methodist Church. This prayer breakfast is a long-standing, nondenominational tradition of women from many different Dorchester County churches joining together for prayer and singing. All are welcome. A free-will offering will be taken. For more information, call Olivia Schunick at 410-228-3396.
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December 9, 2023
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Second Saturday Book Sale
The Friends of the Dorchester County Public Library hold a used book sale on the second Saturday of each month from 9 am to 1 pm.
Thousands of books are available, both hardback and paperback, at $1 and $.50 respectively. The library is located at 303 Gay Street, and the book Cellar is on the first floor.
www.dorchesterlibrary.org
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December 9, 2023
9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Build Your Own Wreath
Come to Simmons Center Market and build your own live wreath with us from 9 am - 3 pm in the warmth of our greenhouse! We will have everything you will need. You will pick out a live wreath, bow, miscellaneous Christmas balls and a few picks. For $34.99. You can also upgrade your wreath with other higher-end products for an additional price. We will have hot chocolate and cookies while you enjoy this fun event.
https://www.facebook.com/events/2520119974816166
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December 9, 2023
10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Care & Share Santa Swim
Care & Share Santa Swim
Take a dip in the Choptank River on Saturday, Dec. 9, to help the Care and Share Fund, Inc. raise funds for the needy and other worthy projects in Dorchester County. The Santa Swim happens at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort in Cambridge, MD. Swimmers bring monies from their personal fundraising as the entrance fee for the swim.
Each “Santa” receives a Santa hat. After the dip, enjoy refreshments and live music. You can also form a Santa Swim team.
On-site registration starts at 10:00 am and the swim begins at 11am.
Care and Share raises money to assist the less fortunate Dorchester citizens in their time of need. Don’t care to take a dip in the cold Choptank River? No problem, pledge money for a brave person who will. Be sure to come, participate or watch at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort.
See the website for details: www.careandsharefund.org
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December 9, 2023
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Empowerment Training
Become empowered with this high energy session for all skill levels!
Boost self confidence and awareness through boxing and self-defense techniques and tips.
Learn how all components of physical fitness are related to the concept of defensive awareness. Knowledge is Key!
This class is included with Heirloom Membership and is open to all THRIVE Alumnae at no cost.
Monthly, Second Saturdays beginning March 11. 10:30am-Noon
419 Academy St (Corner of Academy & Muir St)
$20 drop-in for non-members
https://heirloomathletics.com/pricing-and-schedule/
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December 9, 2023
12:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Hurlock Christmas Parade
The Town of Hurlock Christmas Parade will begin at 12 pm (new time this year)
Line-up begins at 11:00 am
The theme is "May the Joy of the Season be Felt Worldwide!
With Questions and sign-up, contact John Stichberry at 410-463-3740.
Additional holiday festivities will be happening in Hurlock the same day - Christmas Fair and Cookies with Santa
Click Here for more information and events during the day.
Town of Hurlock
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December 9, 2023
1:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Christmas on Pine
Groove City Black Heritage & Culture Group hosts a fun holiday evening. Stop by for a visit from Santa, fire pits to roast marshmallows, hot chocolate, crafts, gift giveaways for kids, adult gift baskets. Singing by N’Praize Youth Choir. 1-7pm. Volunteers needed Dec. 8 to put up Christmas lights and tree. 600 block of Pine Street, Cambridge. For more info, call 443-225-0819.
https://www.facebook.com/GrooveCityCultureFest
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December 9, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
2nd Saturday in Downtown Cambridge
This monthly celebration in downtown Cambridge features free art gallery receptions, as well as specials in the independently owned shops and great dining. Shops and galleries are open all day and into the evening. As always on Second Saturday, downtown’s restaurants will be busy, so call ahead with your dining reservations. Plenty of free parking. Updated info at DowntownCambridge.org
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December 9, 2023
2:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.
Holiday Tea with Santa
On Saturday, December 9th, DCHS will be having a Holiday Tea with Santa. There are limited spaces available, so we encourage families to reach out to us soon if they want to participate! Families of four people or less are $25.00, and each additional person is $5.00. We'll have peppermint tea, hot cocoa, snacks/desserts, time for photos, and story-time in the historic Meredith House! Both Mr. and Mrs. Claus will be there!
For more info, visit dorchesterhistory.com
Call or email to reserve your spot. 410-228-7953 or dchs@verizon.net
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December 9, 2023
4:00 p.m. - 5:30 p.m.
Chorus of Dorchester - Christ Church
The all-volunteer, 60-voice Chorus of Dorchester will perform its 48th season of wonderful holiday music, ranging from Bach and Handel, to moving spirituals, to contemporary favorites. Since 1975 the Chorus of Dorchester has been brining together Dorchester county residents and friends who share a love of singing. The chorus is under the direction of Cookie Brohawn, accompanied by Laura Todd on piano and Barbara Hubbard on organ. Set within the tranquil beauty of Christ Church, this concert is a firm Dorchester favorite. Admission is free, seating is limited.
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December 9, 2023
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
All that Glitters Reception
A Women's Metalsmith Collective Reception
Main Street Gallery is thrilled to announce that “All That Glitters: A Women’s Metalsmith Collective” returns to the Cambridge art co-op to present a dazzling showcase of jewelry and artwork! The seven talented Eastern Shore metalsmiths and glass artists showed at the gallery last year and will exhibit again alongside Main Street Gallery’s twelve member artists. The exhibition will be open to the public until December 31 with reception, on December 9 from 5-8 pm. Light refreshments will be served and all are welcome.
The seven exhibiting jewelry and glass artists include Cindy Ayd, Jeanne Barr, Melissa Kay-Steves, Alexa Matthai, Robin Morgan, Linda Starling and Barbara Trower. As they did last year, each artist will be showing numerous pieces of exquisitely hand-fabricated jewelry and sculpture in sterling and fine silver and semi-precious and fused glass.
This eclectic group of women met while taking classes in metalwork at Charmtree Jewelry Studio in Stevensville which is owned by Melissa Kay, one of the exhibitors. While they come from many different backgrounds and careers, they have found their bliss in jewelry-making and glass work.
It was early in 2022 that local artist, Linda Starling, who is a member of Main Street Gallery and who specializes in beach glass and silver jewelry, envisioned a holiday show at MSG with her Charmtree classmates. She says that after taking classes and working alongside all seven women and watching them grow not only in artistry but in friendship, she thought a show together might be an exciting next step. That first show was so successful that the artists decided to try it again and are happy to show together once more. Linda explains that these classmates have become an important network for her and each other. They routinely share ideas and new techniques and while working together they continually challenge each other. The extra added bonus, she says, has been the lasting friendships they have formed. Through their classes the artists have learned or improved upon their skills in fabrication, metal clay, soldering, enameling and more and all have continued in their education taking online classes and traveling to learn from some of the best in the jewelry industry.
Main Street Gallery is open Thursdays through Sundays from 11 to 5 and online shopping is always available at: mainstgallery.net. The gallery is located at 518 Poplar St. and is Cambridge‘s only artist-owned and operated cooperative. The gallery is currently reviewing work from prospective members and guest artists. Please contact them through their website or by calling 410–330–4659 if you are interested in being part of this vibrant artist community.
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December 9, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Holiday on Pine
The Harriet Tubman Museum & Education Center hosts its year-end celebration and fundraiser with
dancing, refreshments, and gift basket auction. Donation $25.
Cambridge Empowerment Center, 615B Pine St., Cambridge.
Reserve at harriettubmanmuseumcenter.org.
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December 10, 2023
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Fall Guided Birding Tour
Fall birding tours at Blackwater NWR highlight the returning migratory waterfowl. Don’t miss the opportunity to observe and identify our diverse array of feathered friends, from woodpeckers and wading birds to numerous species of waterfowl and raptors, including the bald eagle. Guided Birding tour will be led by Refuge Volunteer Ron Ketter. Participants will meet at the Blackwater NWR Visitor Center at 8:00 a.m. Tours may last 3 to 4 hours. The birding party typically tours via personal vehicle, stopping at various hotspots around the refuge’s Wildlife Drive.
Binoculars and field guides are highly recommended for an enjoyable experience. Be sure to dress for the weather. There is no fee or advanced registration for these activities. For further information, please call the Blackwater NWR Visitor Center at 410-228-2677 or visit our website at www.fws.gov/refuge/Blackwater.
or @BlackwaterNWR.
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December 11, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
City of Cambridge Council Meeting
The City Council meets in public forum at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month (unless otherwise noted on the agenda) in the Council Chambers at 305 Gay Street. Follow them on Facebook, view meetings via Town Hall Streams
Meeting Schedule | Agenda Center
Executive sessions and special meetings are held as needed.
If work sessions are needed, they will normally be held on the 3rd Monday of the month beginning at 6 pm
Closed sessions may be scheduled to start at 5:00 pm as needed.
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December 11, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Town of Hurlock Council Meeting
The Town of Hurlock Council meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The meeting is open to the public. The meeting can also be viewed via Town Hall Streams.
hurlock-md.gov/ | Council Minutes & Agendas
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December 12, 2023
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Steamed or Fried Shrimp Dinner at Moose
Enjoy Steamed or Fried Shrimp & 2 sides at the Cambridge Moose Lodge for just $12.00.
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December 12, 2023
7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Chorus of Dorchester
The all-volunteer, 60-voice Chorus of Dorchester will perform its 48th season of wonderful holiday music, ranging from Bach and Handel, to moving spirituals, to contemporary favorites. Since 1975 the Chorus of Dorchester has been bringing together Dorchester County residents and friends who share a love of singing. The Chorus is under the direction of cookie Brohawn, accompanied by Laura Todd on piano. Admission is free.
Location: George B. Todd Performance Hall, Dorchester Center for the Arts
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December 13, 2023
12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
MCE Holiday Covered Dish Luncheon & Networking Event
Annual Holiday Covered Dish Luncheon & Networking Event ~ Everyone is Welcome ~ Enjoy making meaningful connections over delicious food and friendly faces. All of our classes are always free.
Hosted by: Lisa Twilley, Director of the MCE Women’s Business Center All attendees must register for this event In the registration, at the bottom after you enter number of attendees – please put what covered dish you will be bringing in the box with your last name, for example...
Maryland Capital Enterprises Women's Business Center
This event is held in the Dorchester Chamber's Conference Room on the 2nd floor. There is no elevator available.
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Detailed Information for each event can be found on our website: www.dorchesterchamber.org/events/calendar/
With the current COVID conditions and CDC Guidelines, Please always check with the organization holding the event to make sure the events are still being held. Please be safe and take necessary precautions.
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Please take the time to send your community events to us at:
robinmarie@dorchesterchamber.org
Events can be submitted on our Public Submission Event Page
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Cambridge, MD 21613
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