Community Calendar

This year's event will be held Sunday September 9th at Winter Place Park in Salisbury. We are honored that our event is hosted by Signature Sponsor Eastern Shore Auctions. 

EJ Foxx will be our emcee for the day's events. 

We will have our Walk along with games, K-9 Demo from WCSO, vendors, food entertainment, raffles and silent auction.  

Fun for the entire family! Registration opens at 0830.

Proceeds benefit The American Cancer Society, Relay For Life of Wicomico County

Dogs must be at least 6 months old and current on all shots.

Dogs must be on a leash at all times

Dogs  must be accompanied by a human at least 16 years of age

Dogs must be social  

You must clean up after your dog 

Entry Fee is $15.00 includes one Canine and their Human companion . Pre registration is appreciated

SU Faculty and Staff are the stars of the show each month at The Brick Room in downtown Salisbury. Performances are free, however you must be 21+ to enter. Mingling begins at 5:30 pm, performances start at 6.

On September 14th, the talented Diana Wagner and Louise Anderson are performing. Two women, seven instruments, one great night!

Starting on September 24th participating Valvoline Instant Oil Change locations will be selling “PINK” wipers, a portion of the sales will be donated to National Breast Cancer Foundation.  We will doubling our donations to NBCF on all PINK wipers sold September 29th and October 19th. .  

Now in its 7th year, the campaign has raised more that $86,500 for National Breast Cancer Foundation and is hoping to reach a $100,000 milestone this year. Visit viocpink.com for more information and participating locations. 

Do you want to learn more about using a computer? Free computer classes are being held Wednesdays at MAC, Inc.

Two classes are offered. “Windows 101: Just Getting Started” is an introduction to Windows 10, and is intended for those with little knowledge of Windows 10. This class meets from 9 to 10 a.m.

“Windows 102; Get to Know Windows Better” will teach shortcuts, performance tips, security search and other useful features. This class is intended for those with some knowledge of Windows 10, who want to learn more. This class will be held from 10 to 11 a.m.

Each class includes 10 to 15 minutes of instruction, followed by 30-40 minutes of practice time.

Space is limited and registration is required. Call 410-742-0505 to register.

No classes will be held Oct. 31, Nov. 21 and Dec. 26.

Deaf Independent Living Assoc., Inc. (DILA) and Helen Keller National Center (HKNC) have teamed up again to host their two day 2nd Annual Deaf Blind Conference.  The conference will kick off on Thursday, September 27 at 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm with a pre-conference presentation by HKNC in collaboration with Maryland Emergency Management Agency (MEMA) on “Emergency Preparedness for the Deaf-Blind.”  Then on Friday, September 28 from 8:00 am - 4:00 pm “Preparedness: Life Span Planning for Individuals who are Deaf-Blind” workshops will be held.  Presenters will include HKNC, Bay Area Center for Independent Living (BACIL), Maryland Dept. of Rehabilitation Services (DORS), Maryland Relay, MEMA and a few others.  Topics will include preparedness for emergencies, preparing for employment, preparing for aging and much more!  Breakfast and Lunch is provided on Friday, September 28.  Vendors will be available to provide resources. 

On-line Registration ONLY. Registration deadline is September 21, 2018. To register go to: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/dila-hkncs-2nd-annual-deaf-blind-conference-tickets-49491663899.  Interpreters available upon request.  When registering please let us know if you need any additional accommodations such as dietary needs. 

Thank you for our sponsors Risk Placement Services (RPS) and PKS & Company, P.A. 

For more information please contact DILA at 410 7420 5052 v/tty or 443 365 2645 VP. 

Vendor registration includes table and two chairs, breakfast & lunch on Friday.  Please inform DILA of any additional needs such as electrical outlet, WIFI connection, etc. 

Deaf Independent Living Association, Inc. is a 501(c)3 nonprofit Human Service Agency whose mission is “Independence of people who are deaf or hard of hearing through communication, connection and community supports.

Opening Reception: October 12, 2018