Community Calendar

The Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute offers free vascular screenings for people 55 or older, by appointment. All screenings will be performed at Peninsula Regional Medical Center between the hours of 8:00 a.m. and 3:00 p.m.

Appointments are required - call 410-543-7123.

The free screenings will include ultrasound testing for carotid artery blockage and abdominal aortic aneurysm, and ankle-brachial index tests for peripheral artery disease.

The screenings are for individuals who exhibit at least three prominent risk factors or one symptom. Risk factors for vascular disease include smoking, high blood pressure, high cholesterol, diabetes, sedentary lifestyle, obesity, heart disease and a family history of vascular disease. Symptoms include leg pain when walking, numbness in the leg or foot, stroke-like symptoms (numbness, weakness, dizziness and difficulties with speech or vision), a family history of aneurysm and unexplained abdominal or back pain. Those currently under a physician’s care for vascular or arterial health issues and those who have participated in this screening in the past are not eligible to participate.

If you are 55 or older, please call the Guerrieri Heart & Vascular Institute at 410-543-7123 to find out if you qualify for vascular screenings and to reserve a date and time.

Free of charge

 

On August 8th at 5pm celebrate with Mayor Jake Day, our sponsors and vital volunteers that make our Eastern Shore Walk to End Alzheimer's a success! We'll be at Brew River enjoying great food and the view of the water. The evening festivities will include a ribbon cutting, door prizes, and opportunities to register your team.

Be sure to mention to your server or bartender that you're there for for this special event and Brew River will generously donate 20% of all purchases made between the hours 7-9 pm.   

For more information about this year's walk taking place on November 2nd, please visit act.alz.org/EasternShoreWalk

Throughout the weekend, photographers of all skill levels are invited to participate in seminars and workshops offered by a selection of the region’s top nature photographers. Additionally, photographers are encouraged to enter their photos in one of the competitions three levels: professional, amateur, or youth.

 Entries are judged Saturday evening on basis of originality/uniqueness, creativity, content, composition, and photographic quality. All decisions made by the judges are final. Mail- Ins will be accepted July 1, 2019 through August 9, 2019. Walk-ins are welcomed August 9 from 10 a.m.-3 p.m

Know someone dealing with hearing loss?

On Tuesday, Sept. 10, beginning at 10 a.m., a representative from Chesapeake Hearing Center will offer tips on how best to communicate with someone who is having trouble hearing you.

Caregivers, along with anyone else who’s interested, are invited to attend a Mini Senior Training session at MAC Inc., 909 Progress Circle, Suite 100, Salisbury, MD, 21804, located behind Holly Center on Snow Hill Road. The session begins at 10 a.m.

Attendance is free, but advance registration is requested. Call 410-742-0505, ext. 100, or email registrar@macinc.org.

Family Friendly event with games, contests, food, prizes, live music and more! Some activities include watermelon eating contest, corn hole games and smelly sneaker contest.

Event benifits Coastal Kids Supportive Care Pediatric Program of Coastal Hospice.

STRIKE OUT PARKINSON'S

Like to Bowl?

The Lower Shore Parkinson's Group is hosting it's Strike Out Parkinson's Fundraiser!

Sunday, August 11, 2019, 2:00 PM till 5:00 PM

Southbound Alley in Salisbury Maryland

Everyone is Welcome!!

Lane tickets for teams are $60.00 in advance, and $65.00 at the door. Shoe rentals are included.

For more information call -  Leslie (302) 233-1212 or Art (410) 742-1128.

Please join us as we celebrate the opening of Goosehead Insurance Company, a brokerage located in Downtown Salisbury speciallizing in insuring the needs and protecting the dreams of Delaware, Maryland and Virginia Residents.

All proceeds raised at this event will benefit the Life Crisis Center. A not for profit dedicated to helping survivors and families of domestic violence and sexual abuse have a healthy, safe environment to heal.

Lite Snacks and beverages will be served.  Sielent Auction and 50/50 Raffle prize winners will be announced at 7pm sharp!

Modeled after third Saturday Pop Up Art, this FREE program is designed for children of the preschool to first-grade age. Led by local artisans. Funded by the Susan K. Black Foundation.

The Wicomico County Fair, organized by the Wicomico Farm & Home Show and Wicomico County, returns to WinterPlace Park from Aug. 16-18.

It is presented by Perdue Farms and the Pohanka Automotive Group.

Hours are Friday, Aug. 16, from 4-11 p.m.; Saturday, Aug. 17, from 10 a.m.-10 p.m.; and Sunday, Aug. 19, from noon-6 p.m.

There will be numerous new and returning events, including livestock showings, competitions, a petting farm, car shows, carnival rides, games, eating contests, fireworks and more. 

Learn more at WicomicoFair.com.

Think you can outrun a "chicken"?

Challenge yourself at the second annual Chase the Chicken 3K Fun Run/Walk taking place at this year's Wicomico County Fair. Winning is simple! Cross the finish line before the "chicken" and receive a complimentary chicken dinner from the Lions Club 5' Fry Pan. Winner, winner, chicken dinner!

The race is Saturday, August 17, at 9 a.m. Check-in and registration begins at 8 a.m. 

All runners registered by Sunday, August 4 will receive a race shirt.

New this year! We're introducing a "little chick," who has been training hard for this event! Kids 12 and under will have the opportunity to chase 'em down!

Costumes are encouraged! Awards given for "Best Farmer" and "Best Egg" costumes. Runners are encouraged to stick around after the run and check out the other fun attractions and events at the Wicomico County Fair.

U.S. Kennels, Inc. provides trained service dogs and supplies, to combat wounded veterans suffering from post traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injuries and affiliated physical disabilities.

The program provides FREE support to veterans while also giving shelter dogs another chance at life. Each dog is rescued, rehabilitated, trained in advanced obedience, and advanced medical tasks, then matched with a veteran based on their personality and disability.

Veteran’s lives are greatly improved with the medical assistance and the healing power of their new canine partner.

U.S. Kennels Inc. is saving veterans, one paw at a time.

Join us for a Ribbon Cutting to:

• Meet U.S. Kennels, Inc. owners Christopher & Mireala Hardy
• Learn about the dog selection and obedience/socializing training process
• Meet veterans and their companion dogs, and hear first hand how the program has impacted their lives
• Tour the U.S. Kennels, Inc. facility
• Enjoy the distinctive delights of Market Street Inn
• Enter to win door prizes

This is for people who have had head or neck cancer.

It features useful information and support from those with experience.

This program is free of charge. 

Join us for an exclusive chance to network and socialize with Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce AND Dorchester Chamber of Commerce members.

Enjoy great food, wine and live entertainment in a beautiful vineyard setting.

FREE for members or $10.00 for non-members.

Sponsorships Are Available! 

Gold Sponsor - $500.00 Includes display space for your company (must supply table), speaking opportunity at the event and recognition on both Chamber’s websites.

Silver Sponsor - $250.00 Includes recognition as a sponsor at the event and recognition on both Chamber’s websites.

Download Sponsorship Form

For more information contact Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce at 410-749-0144 or lbragdon@salisburyarea.com or Dorchester Chamber of Commerce 410-228-3575 or info@dorchesterchamber.org.

Live at the Fillmore – The Definitive Tribute to the Original Allman Brothers Band will play the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center on Saturday, Aug. 24, 2019.

Tickets include dinner and the show.

If you are getting ready to turn 65 in the next 6 months or will be going on Medicare soon, MAC’s new class, “Aging Into Medicare,” is for you!

Discussion will include how Medicare works, what it covers and when to apply. The free classes will be presented by MAC’s State Health Insurance Program (SHIP) staff, and are open to anyone who wishes to attend. Classes will be repeated on a regular basis.

The next class will be held Thursday, Aug. 29, from 6-8 p.m.

Registration is required as space is limited.

For more information or to register, call Jennifer Johnson at 410-742-0505, Ext 113; or email her at jjohnson@macinc.org.

This 2-hour class will prepare parents for a great breastfeeding experience. Please feel free to bring a support person with you. Studies show that breastfeeding is more successful when Mom has loving, knowledgeable support. Come and learn the basics of breastfeeding, proper positioning of baby, how to avoid common problems, and how to pump and store milk. Videos help to demonstrate the proper techniques for successful nursing. Pre-registration and payment is required. You do not have to bring anything to this class.

Registration for this class ends one week prior to the class date.

Location: Hallowell B
Fees: $40