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August 13, 2008
Purnell-Thomas Memorial Tennis Tournament - August 13-17, Salisbury University Tennis Courts. Professional tennis comes to the shore with a total purse of $40,000. Charitable proceeds from the event benefit Coastal Hospice. Caroline Summerfest - August 15-16, Downtown Denton and Daniel Crouse Memorial Park along the beautiful Choptank River. Caroline Summerfest is a free, family event. It features more than 100 musicians and performers on four stages. There is rock, country, bluegrass, blues and jazz music. There are jugglers, magicians, acrobats, dancers and variety entertainment strolling the grounds and on stage. Delmarva Shorebirds - August 15-18, Home games versus the Savannah Sand Gnats. Friday night NFL Night with Washington Redskin’s Cheerleaders and fireworks. Saturday night fireworks. Sunday lunch bag giveaway. Monday night Robinson’s Jewelry and Clock Store Diamond Dig. Sizzlin’ Summer Music Review - August 15-17, Mar-Va Theater, Pocomoke, MD. Presented by the Community Players of Salisbury. Choptank Rivah Run 2008 - Saturday, August 16, 2008, 10:00 a.m., Martinak State Park To Choptank River. A fun open 2-mile paddling event for children and adults of all ages (under 18 must be with adult). Any type of paddle craft is eligible for this “POKER RUN”. Entry form. 28th Annual East Coast Skimboarding Championship - August 16-17, Dewey Beach, DE. Queen Anne’s County Fair - Aug 11-16, Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park. Sharptown Fireman’s Carnival, Sharptown, MD. July 31-August 23. Opens at 7:00 PM nightly. Closed Sundays. No admission charge. Free parking. Ride wristbands $10. Food offerings include oyster sandwiches, french fries, pizza, ice cream and funnel cakes. Sharptown lays claim to the shore’s largest fireman’s carnival now in its 82nd year.
August 11, 2008
August 07, 2008
2008 Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival - Aug. 8-9, Nutter Park, Seaford, DE. The Eastern Shore AFRAM Festival Committee is proud to present these Two Extraordinary Days of Celebration within this great City of Seaford, in Nutter Park. Come Friday for an evening of fun-filled family entertainment, great music and food. Saturday kicks-off with the AFRAM PARADE, followed by LIVE MUSIC and Entertainment, all day, including authentic African drumming and dance, and fabulous cultural foods and vendors. 29th Annual Seafood Feast-i-val - Aug. 9, 1:00-6:00 PM, Sailwinds Park, Cambridge, MD. Benefits local fire rescue company. Concert on the Lawn - Aug. 10, 6:00 PM, Taylor House Museum, Berlin, MD. Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition Antiques by the Sea - Aug. 8-10, Ocean City Convention Center. Benefits St. Pauls by the Sea. The oldest continually-running antiques show on the Eastern Shore, this Ocean City summer tradition features over 40 exhibits by antiques vendors from around the country. This year, exhibits will include furniture, jewelry, silver, pottery, glass repair & polishing, Victorian lamps, collectibles, and more. Don’t miss it! Kids Crab Round Up - Aug. 9, 9:00 to Noon, Lagoon Dock, Northside Park, 125th St. & Bay, Ocean City, MD. Morning of fun & learning about blue claw crabs & their environment. All necessary equipment is provided. A small prize for all children who participate. For children 12 years & under accompanied by an adult. Sundaes in the Park - Aug. 10, 6-8 PM, Northside Park, 127th St. & Bay, Ocean City, MD. Bring the family, a chair or blanket & enjoy free local & regional musical groups. Create your own ice cream sundae for a small fee. A great family evening offered each Sunday, 6-8 p.m. This week: Jesse Garon, a tribute to Elvis and the magic of Mike Rose. Log Sailing Canoe Regatta - Aug. 9-10, Tred Avon Yacht Club, Oxford, MD. Call the sponsoring Yacht Club for directions and race times. (410-226-5269). www.logcanoes.com Antique Tractor Pull - Aug. 9, Tuckahoe Steam and Gas Association, 5 miles north of Easton, MD. Registration 3pm to 5pm. Pull starts at 5pm. Welcome To the Tuckahoe Steam and Gas Association. We are an all-volunteer organization founded in 1973 and headquartered on Maryland’s Eastern Shore. Our Mission is to preserve the historical Eastern Shore rural way of life. Tuckahoe Steam & Gas Association is located on Maryland’s Eastern Shore, approximately 5 miles north of Easton, MD on US Route 50 between mileposts 58 and 59. We are approximately 23 miles from the Bay Bridge. Caroline/Dorchester County Fair - Aug. 6-10, 4-H Park, Denton, MD. Pirates and Wenches Fantasy Weekend - Aug. 9-10, Rock Hall, MD. This town-wide theme party celebrates the pirate in all of us. Enjoy kayak races, a Caribbean beach party, treasure hunts, and games for everyone. Queen Anne’s County Fair - Aug 11-16, Queen Anne’s County 4-H Park.
August 05, 2008
Filed Under (On the Web) by ShoreThings on 08-05-2008
August 05, 2008
If you are like me, you have built up a list over the years of certain contractors to call when an unexpected repair is required. I have one for heat and air, another for appliances, and luck would have it that we know an electrical contractor as well. Finding a paint contractor is often one of the hardest things to do. I can handle the smaller jobs around the house, but there are some jobs that I just don’t have the right tools and equipment to handle. I only have one ladder, and it gets me to the gutters around the first story. The second story gutters have been neglected. Gutter cleaning is on our to do list this year. The internet has provided opportunities for both customers and contractors. People in need of a particular service can use the web to search for a contractor that has taken advantage of internet technology to promote their business. There are also sites that provide home owners the opportunity to review a contractor they have utilized. Whether you are looking for a contractor in Salisbury, MD, or you need to hire Fort Worth Contractors, ClickSmart has a list of certified experts who are properly licensed in their state and are in good standing with the Better Business Bureau. When you need a reliable contractor, check with your friends, and then check on the web.
August 04, 2008
Beaver Run Elementary Charles H. Chipman Elementary Delmar Elementary East Salisbury Elementary Fruitland Primary Fruitland Intermediate Glen Avenue Elementary North Salisbury Elementary Northwestern Elementary Pemberton Elementary Pinehurst Elementary Prince Street Elementary West Salisbury Elementary Westside Primary Westside Intermediate Willards Elementary Wicomico Early Learning Center Pittsville Elementary and Middle Bennett Middle Salisbury Middle Wicomico Middle Mardela Middle and High James M. Bennett High Parkside High Parkside Career & Technology Education Center Choices Changes to the schedule can occur, so check the WCBOE link for updates.
August 03, 2008
Filed Under (On the Web, Shopping) by ShoreThings on 08-03-2008
I used a toaster oven for the first time at a house we visited on vacation. I was surprised at the speed and uniformity of the toasting provided by the toaster oven. I thought I might investigate these nondescript countertop appliances to see if one would make sense for our kitchen. Of course the wonders of the internet provide pages and pages of information on the toaster oven, from the toaster oven with the best wattage to models with convection cooking abilities. Who knew that toaster ovens could be so complicated?
August 01, 2008
The various tomato varieties will be lined up on picnic tables beneath the Pavilion, where the tasting of about a dozen varieties such as Mr. Stripey, Yellow Pear, Jaune Flammee, Black Krim and more will take place. Actual tomatoes featured will depend upon the weather. Staff and volunteers, including tomato growers Jeff and Melissa Bacon, will be busy cutting bitesize samples of each heirloom variety, placing the samples in individual cups, and placing them on the tasting table in front of the un-cut tomatoes. Information about growing tomatoes will be shared by Extension Educators Ginny Rosenkrantz and Laura Hunsberger, along with Master Gardeners. The set-up will be similar to a wine tasting, and judging cards will be available for each taster. The tomatoes may be rated from 1 - 5 (5 being best) on initial taste, texture, after-taste and overall - with room for comments. Comments from the 2007 tasting included: tastes better than it looks, bland, more acidic than expected, nice, sweet taste, yummy, wonderful and ew! The 2007 winner was a tie between Hogs Heart and Brandywine, followed by German Queen, Big Rainbow and Mariannas Peace. The Heirloom Tomato Tasting is included in daily site admission of $4.00 adults/$3.50 AAA or over 60/$2.00 age 2 - 18. All proceeds benefit Furnace Town’s educational programs. Call 410-632-2032 or visit www.furnacetown.com.
August 01, 2008
Filed Under (Music, On the Web) by ShoreThings on 08-01-2008
Maybe you saw Brooks & Dunn or Carrie Underwood at the Delaware State Fair and you have a song stuck in your head. Does Cat Country have you singing along to the radio? There is always that one part of the song that you just da da da don’t know the words to. If you need a little help with those Country Music Lyrics, then check out CountryMusicPerformers.com for the right words. CMP has a homepage for all of your favorite Country Music artists where you can find song lyrics, biographies and music videos. If country is your pick, the CountryMusicPerformers.com is your site.
July 31, 2008
The White Marlin Open has unveiled a new design for its web page as they prepare for the 2008 running of the event. A record number of boats are expected with the prize money for the top marlin approaching $2 million. All fish are weighed in at Harbour Island located at 14th Street and the bay in Ocean City, MD. The tournament runs from August 4-8, and weigh-ins are held each day of the tournament from 4:00 to 9:15 PM. The White Marlin Open employs a web cam to allow online spectators the ability to watch the weigh ins from the comfort of home. The most action can be seen from 5:30 to 7:30 PM as boats return to the docks following the end of fishing at 3:30 PM. One of the fishermen will take home a lottery sized prize. Don’t miss it.
July 30, 2008
48th Annual Wheat Threshing Steam & Gas Engine Show, Federalsburg, MD. August 1-3. Official opening 10 AM each day. Events throughout each day. Plenty of good food. Breakfast begins at 7 AM. Hamburgers, Hot Dogs, Crab Cakes and Fried Chicken served daily from 10 AM until ? Parade of equipment at 5:00 PM Friday & Saturday and 4:00 PM Sunday. Antique car parade on Saturday at 1:00 PM. Free admission. Free parking. Free evening entertainment. Annual Sand Castle Contest, Rehoboth Beach, DE. The Annual Sandcastle Contest takes place at the North End of the Boardwalk by the Henlopen Hotel beginning at 8:30am. 45th Annual Antiques Show, Lewes, DE. August 2. Getting ready for its 45th season in 2008, The Lewes Historical Society Antiques Show has the distinction of being the Society’s oldest continuing tradition. Comprised of many quality antique dealers from the Mid-Atlantic region, each show attracts nearly 2,000 visitors. Hours of the show are 9 AM to 4 PM; admission to each show is $3.00, children under 12 free. 14th Annual Peach Festival, Kent Fort Farm, Stevensville, MD. August 2. Free Hay Ride, petting zoo, balloons, pit beef, hot dogs, sodas, Homemade peach ice-cream, face-painting & crafters. Pick your own peaches and blackberries. Saturday, 10 am to 4 pm. 18th Annual Thunder on the Narrows. Thunder on the Narrows Powerful Hydroplanes. Speeds over 100mph. Family Event. 7 classes of stocks and Modified Engines & Jersey Skiffs. Join the FUN! Remembering 50 years of Hydroplane Racing on Kent Island. Food and entertainment on grounds. No coolers. Admission: $5 adults, under 12 are free. Saturday & Sunday 10 am to 5 pm, Kent Island Yacht Club grounds, Chester Kent Narrows Racing Association. Blessing of the Combines, Snow Hill, MD. August 2. Annual event celebrating the farming community and our agricultural heritage. Parade, entertainment, tractor pull, food and crafts. 10am-6pm.
July 23, 2008
Artworks Members Show, July 4-26. Whether working with computer graphics or a pin-hole camera, paint brush or pottery, metal, wood or wool—the latest and best of members’ work make this a brilliant event. 306 Park Row, Chestertown. Greek Festival, July 25-27, Ocean City Convention Center, 40th St. & Bay. Enjoy delicious authentic cuisine & pastries, live music & dance performances. Vendors selling Greek music, books, paintings and more. Admission. Fri. & Sat., noon-11 p.m.; Sun., noon-9 p.m. Cecil County Fair, July 18-26. Head to Fair Hill for 4-H shows, truck and tractor pulls, and nightly live entertainment. Rtes 273 & 213, Fair Hill, Md. 410-392-3440, 58th Annual Kent Island Fireman’s Carnival, July 20-26. Help raise funds for the volunteer fire department’s equipment and maintenance while enjoying a parade, childrens’ games, rides, and fireworks. Kent Island, Md. 6-11 p.m. 410-643-5454, Plein Air Competition and Festival, July 21-27. Artists from across the country descend upon Talbot County to paint local landscapes along farm fields and waterfronts. Artist exhibit their works at the arts festival at the Academy Art Museum. Throughout Easton, Md. Chincoteague Blueberry Festival, July 25-27. Enjoy blueberries in every form, from pies to soups. Chincoteague Center, Chincoteague Island, Va. 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. 757-824-3868 97th Annual Cambridge Classic Powerboat Regatta, July 26 & 27. Watch inboard hydroplanes and flat-bottom boats thunder across the Choptank River. Access to the race pits and bleacher seating is available. Hambrooks Bay at Great Marsh Park, Cambridge, Md. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Wheels On the Waterfront Classic Car Cruise-In, July 26. The Crisfield Area Chamber of Commerce & The Wheels That Heal Car Club are co-sponsoring a classic car cruise-in. Dash plaques to 1st 150 exhibitors, car owner goodie bags, door prize drawings, D.J., exhibitors’ hospitality tent, 50/50 raffle - all proceeds benefit Women Supporting Women, a local breast cancer counseling group. W. Main St. in downtown Crisfield. Rain date 08/02/08. Cub Scout Pack 437 Recycling Drive, July 26, 9:00-11:00 AM. Mardela Fire House parking lot. Help Cub Scouts raise money for camp by bringing aluminum cans, old appliances and any other scrap metal products. 2008 CHESAPEAKE BAY LOG CANOE RACES, July 26 and 27, ST. MICHAELS….Miles River Yacht Club - Governor`s Cup. Concert in the Park, July 27. 7:30 PM. City Park Bandstand. Free. Featuring the Salisbury Community Band under the direction of Charles F. Smith Jr. Delaware State Fair, July 17-26. Harrington, DE. Bloxom Fest, July 26, 5-8 PM. Bloxom Winery, Mason Rd., Bloxom, VA. Live music, food and wine.
July 18, 2008
Filed Under (Movies) by ShoreThings on 07-18-2008
With the emphasis on dark. Usually, Batman movies have some humor to break up the action and violence, but The Dark Knight has none of that. Don’t get me wrong, it is a great movie, but it is nothing like all of the Batmans that have come before. At 2 1/2 hours long, The Dark Knight is more like two or three movies in one. The twists and turns keep coming just when you think nothing more could be packed into the story. I wouldn’t recommend this movie for any kids under 12 unless you want to have trouble at bed time. There is way too much stress and violence in this movie for younger kids. It is going to be a busy night at Regal Cinemas in Salisbury tonight. The 7:00 PM showing of The Dark Knight was sold out at noon today.
July 18, 2008
Filed Under (On the Web) by ShoreThings on 07-18-2008
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July 17, 2008
Artworks Members Show, July 4-26. Whether working with computer graphics or a pin-hole camera, paint brush or pottery, metal, wood or wool—the latest and best of members’ work make this a brilliant event. 306 Park Row, Chestertown. Kent County Fair, July 17-19. See livestock and horse shows, auctions, 4-H exhibits. And don’t miss the beef and chicken barbecue. Tolchester Fairground, Chestertown, Md. Thurs.-Fri. 12-10 p.m.; Sat. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Cecil County Fair, July 18-26. Head to Fair Hill for 4-H shows, truck and tractor pulls, and nightly live entertainment. Rtes 273 & 213, Fair Hill, Md. 2nd Annual Baltimore Ravens, NFL, Pepsi, Punt, Pass and Kick Competition, July 19. 406 E. Gordy Road, Salisbury, Md. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Free to all boys and girls ages 8-15. 58th Annual Kent Island Fireman’s Carnival, July 20-26. Help raise funds for the volunteer fire department’s equipment and maintenance while enjoying a parade, childrens’ games, rides, and fireworks. Kent Island, Md. 6-11 p.m. American Legion Post Unit #28 Annual Car Show, July 19. Any and all types of cars, trucks, motorcycles and tractors are invited. Trophies for each class, with special trophies for paints & interiors. Special Dash Plaques for the first 100 entries. Food & beverages for purchase, door prizes, DJ music, 50/50 drawings and more. 31768 Legion Rd. & Rt. 24, Millsboro, DE. 83rd Annual Chincoteague Volunteer Fireman’s Carnival 7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m. Rides, games, food, live entertainment, raffles, and much more. Fun for the whole family. Every Friday & Saturday in July. NO SUNDAYS. Proceeds benefit the Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Department. Furnace Town 30th Anniversary Celebration, July 20. Noon-5 p.m. Strolling musicians, storyteller, chat with local authors, visit heritage booths, children’s activities, presentation of 19th century artists. Music at the Old Nazareth Church: 1:15 p.m., Frank Nanna and the String Dusters; 2:30 p.m., Free range Pickin’; 3:45 p.m., The Country Grass. Concert in the Park, July 20. 7:30 PM. City Park Bandstand. Free. Featuring the Salisbury Community Band under the direction of Charles F. Smith Jr. Delaware State Fair, July 17-26. Harrington, DE. |
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