While the final preparations for Festival of Trees takes place behind the scenes, folks eagerly await this regional favorite event that kicks off the holiday season. Taking place November 25 through 28, the 38th Festival of Trees includes such events as Festival of Trees, Carols by Candlelight, Santa 5K Fun Run, Santa’s Workshop, and a Holiday House Tour. Proceeds from Festival of Trees, presented by Friends of Hospice, benefits Talbot Hospice. Talbot Hospice Executive Director Molly Kirsch, RN, BSN, said,…

Come experience the changing of the seasons at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) by participating in one of our Guided Birding tours in the fall of 2023.  You don’t need to be an expert to enjoy identifying and learning about the many species of birds that inhabit the refuge. 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…

The Mid-Atlantic Symphony's "Holiday Joy" concert is the first concert of MSO's three offerings in December. This annual favorite of audiences on the Delmarva Peninsula features Soprano Claire Galloway and Baritone Rob McGinness in a dazzling cornucopia of Christmas and Holiday music that spans genres and generations! "We are delighted to present this special Holiday three-concert series, the first of which features two incredibly talented soloists who will add a unique and captivating dimension to our performance," said Jeffrey Parker,…

Step back into 1840’s London and experience the holiday season as Charles Dickens imagined it. Main Street Chestertown’s sixth annual Dickens of a Christmas weekend, December 1 and 2 in the historic downtown district, promises non-stop entertainment, authentic British foods, hand-crafted gifts, and a Victorian streetscape to transport visitors back to 1840’s London. The weekend kicks off Friday, December 1 from 5 to 9 p.m. with a fabulous First Friday celebration. Chestertown’s shops and businesses will stay open late to…

The Holiday Marketplace, formerly the Christmas Art & Craft Marketplace, will return after a four-year hiatus this December 1 through 3. The event will be held at the Waterfowl Festival Building on 40 South Harrison Street in Easton. It will be held in collaboration with Discover Easton’s Moonlight Madness as well as the Town’s Tree Lighting and Holiday Parade. This year’s event will have new artisans, craft beer, wine and food vendors as well as returning favorites. The event kicks…

On First Friday, December 1, Fred Sprock returns to The Artists’ Gallery as the featured exhibitor. A native of Charlotte, North Carolina, he moved to Snow Hill 12 years ago and remains in awe of the beauty of the Eastern Shore. After retiring from the field of advertising, Fred took art lessons in Charlotte and was immediately hooked. His most influential teachers are Stuart Shils and Michael Workman. Though their work is radically different, their principles are similar: lead the…

Many of us know Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel Little Women. It is the story of the March family, who live in a quiet Massachusetts town during the time of the Civil War. The March sisters face many challenges. A once wealthy family, their father has been called to the front, and the girls must adjust to a new way of life at home with their mother. As they transition from childhood to adulthood, they face many challenges with each…

On December 2, from 8:30 a.m. to 11:30 a.m., the public is invited to the St. Michaels Farmers' Market for a special holiday gathering. Held at 206 South Talbot Street, this special event showcases the exceptional holiday delights crafted by local market vendors, providing a unique opportunity to immerse oneself in the cheerful holiday atmosphere. Gathered for sale will be a variety of delightful treats, including crisp apples, succulent oysters, farm-fresh vegetables, premium meats, artisanal dairy products, delectable pastries, handcrafted…