Becoming A Fiber Artist

Through February

Fiber Arts Center of the Eastern Shore, 7 North 4th Street, Denton

The Fiber Arts Center of the Eastern Shore presents its newest exhibit featuring the work of Jeanne Bosse Hechmer, a talented fiber artist from Easton.

Jeanne’s mother, an accomplished seamstress, taught her how to sew and do needlework. Jeanne sewed clothing and home decorating items for many years. She began quilting in 1980 and has made dozens of quilts and wall hangings. She draws inspiration from nature, her religion, math, vintage odds and ends, and the work of other artists. Her fiber art pieces and wearables reflect her love of color, fabric, fibers, beads and other embellishments. A graduate of Salisbury State College and a retired middle school teacher, Jeanne is a member of Bayside Quilters and has exhibited her work in their shows and in local galleries. The exhibit runs through the end of February. Visit on Wednesdays Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from noon to 4 p.m. each day. The exhibit is free of charge. Call 410-479-4296 or email info@fiberartscenter.com for details.

Daddy Daughter Dance

February 20 • 4 p.m. or 6 p.m.

Fretterd Community Center, Denton

Escort your princess to a special evening full of smiles, dancing, and fun at the 16th Annual Daddy-Daughter Sweetheart Dance on Sunday, February 20. There will be two times to choose from this year: 4 to 5 p.m. or 6 to 7 p.m. at the Fretterd Community Center in Denton. Dads and daughters ages three to 12 will enjoy dancing, games, refreshments, and great music. The photo booth will be back this year for souvenir photos. Pictures will start at 3:30 p.m. for the 4 p.m. dance and 5:30 p.m. for the 6 p.m. dance. Visit www.carolinemd.org/141/Recreation-Parks to register.

Empty Bowls Souper

February 24 • 3-6 p.m.

Chesapeake Culinary Center, 512 Franklin Street, Denton

Enjoy homemade soup to benefit Caroline County Public Schools’ Backpack Program and Aaron’s Place, which recognize the significant consequences of childhood hunger and the essential need to address it. All proceeds go directly to these organizations. The first 200 people receive a hand-painted ceramic bowl. For details, visit shoregourmetmarket.com.

Greensboro Lions Sporting Clay Tournament

February 26 • 9 a.m.

Schrader’s Bridgetown Manor, 16090 Oakland Road, Henderson

Enjoy 50 targets, lunch and cash prizes. The tournament takes place from 9 to 11 a.m., lunch is served from 12:30 to 1:30 p.m. Call 410-924-0478 or 410-829-7416.

Paint Afternoon

February 27 • 2-4 p.m.

Martinak State Park, Denton

Paint a bluebird (and wish for spring). Fee is $25 and includes instruction, materials, and refreshments. Call 410-924-1529 to reserve a space.

First Saturday Guided Walk

March 5 • 10-11 a.m.

Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Road, Ridgely

Explore the Arboretum’s diverse plant communities on a guided walk led by an Arboretum docent naturalist. Explore the bottomland forest and upland paths, meander through majestic beech trees, traverse the native meadows, and follow the narrow Tuckahoe Creekside path. Guided walks are free for members and free with admission for the general public. Tours begin at the Visitor’s Center. For details, email adkinsarboretum.org or call 410-634-2847.

St. Paddy’s Day 5K and 1-Mile Fun Run

March 12 • 9 a.m.

General James F. Fretterd Community Center, 107 South Fourth Street, Denton

Start your salute to the Irish and your spring fitness conditioning on this certified fast and scenic course through Denton and Martinak State Park (10K course) on March 12 at the St. Paddy’s Day 5K and 1 Mile Fun Run. Plenty of lucky surprises await on the course and at the finish. Register through Seashore Striders at www.seashorestriders.com.

Jeanne’s Bookies Book Discussion Group

March 15 • 1-2:30 p.m.

Caroline County Public Library, Federalsburg Branch

On the third Tuesday of each month, this group reads a variety of fiction and non-fiction titles and discusses each month’s title. This month the group reads Back When We Were Grownups, by Anne Tyler. For details, contact Jeanne Trice at jtrice@carolib.org or 410-754-8397.

Third Thursdays

March 17 • 5-7 p.m.

Downtown Denton

Head to downtown Denton on the Third Thursday of every month from 5 to 7 p.m. as downtown businesses extend their hours and offer specials. Shop for fresh floral arrangements and one-of-a-kind gifts or home decor, dine on the porch with views of the Choptank River or enjoy a delectable fusion of Irish American fare in a traditional public house. Rediscover downtown Denton as restaurants and businesses extend their hours and offer specials. Visit DowntownDenton.com.

Soup and Walk

Saturday, March 19 • 11 a.m.-1:30 p.m.

Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Road, Ridgely

Look for green plants that seek the winter sun and trees with telltale bark on Adkins Arboretum’s Soup and Walk. Plants of interest include mosses, cranefly orchid, magnolia and holly leaves, and the green stems of strawberry bush and greenbrier. Following a guided walk with a docent naturalist, enjoy a delicious and nutritious lunch along with a brief lesson about nutrition. The March 19 theme is Early Blooms, Songbirds and Spring Frogs. Copies of recipes are provided. Call 410-634-2847.

Indoor Craft & Yard Sale

March 19 • 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

Caroline County 4-H Park, 8230 Detour Road, Denton

There will be an Indoor Craft & Yard Sale to benefit the Caroline County 4-H Program on Saturday, March 19 from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors include crafters, direct sale consultants, household items, furniture, jewelry, antiques, horse tack, tools, pet items and more.

Tables are $15 per table. Payment must be received to reserve tables. Proceeds from sale of table spots will benefit the Caroline County 4-H Programs including scholarships, club needs, leadership and service-learning activities. For more information or to reserve a space, call Joanne Wooters at 410-479-0565. Early deadline for ensured table space is March 4.