Community Calendar

Caregiver support group lunch meeting at MAC

Wednesday, Sept. 11, from 12:00 p.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Please RSVP by Sept. 9, 2019 by calling 410-742-0505, ext. 111.

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 are open to anyone who wishes to attend. Classes will be repeated on a regular basis.

The next class will be held Thursday, Sept. 12, from 1-3 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.

Think you know all there is to know about Market Street Inn? Bet ya don’t!

Join us for the September Business After Hours where you can experience what’s new and what (for the past 18 years!) has made Market Street Inn a destination restaurant, community champion and major player in the revitalization of Downtown Salisbury.

• Check out the new look in The Pub and The Porch (a great space to hold your next meeting, interview or business dinner!)
• Meet owner Rob Mulford and the friendly Market Street Inn staff
• Discover what the “Anti-Happy Hour” is about (Have you been missing out?!)
• Check out Market Street Inn’s new and updated brunch, late night and catering menus
• Enjoy butlered hors d’oeuvres, new menu samples and drink specials from the Anti-Happy Hour menu
• Hear acoustic entertainment featuring Mike Dryden in The Pub
• Get the scoop about their Fall and Winter 2019 nightly events
• Win Market Street Inn gift card door prizes

Do you have your ducks in a row -- or dogs, cats or other pets? On Tuesday, Sept. 17, beginning at 10 a.m., a representative from Springhill Memory Gardens will provide burial information for you and your furry friends, along with a free planning guide. This Mini Senior Training session will be held at MAC Inc., located at 909 Progress Circle, Salisbury, MD 21804, behind Holly Center on Snow Hill Road. It’s offered free of charge to anyone interested in attending, but advance registration is requested. Call 410-742-0505, ext. 100, or email registrar@macinc.org. 

Do you know the different types of tobacco products emerging?

LinkedIn 101 – September 18, 2019

Join guest speaker, Jessica Koch – Nationally recognized LinkedIn expert, to learn how to properly set up a LinkedIn account for your business to maximize profits and the 5 most important steps to take to make LinkedIn work for you.

Using Offers to Drive Business – October 16, 2019

Learn how to craft the perfect offer for your business with clear, compelling value proposition. Often, companies focus their marketing efforts on features and functions rather than value. The right offer, with well formed value-centric marketing messages can improve marketing and sales results by as much as 47%.

How to Buy and Sell a Business 101 – November 20, 2019

Learn some insider strategies on how to scale your business to maximize its worth and how to identify the best businesses to purchases.

Emyth Workshop – January 2020 (TBD)

Join guest speaker, Eben Ostergaard – Former CEO of Emyth and Emyth Certified Business Coach, and learn How to Systemize Your Business to Maximize Your Time, Resources, and Life.

Systems are your stake in the ground. They are what allow your company to deliver consistent “wow” experiences to customers, reduce your dependency on individual people, and give you the control and freedom every business owner wants. Learn how to use systems to finally design your business the way YOU want it (and actually keep it that way.)

Are you at risk of falling?

What you can do to prevent a fall?

Learn more at MAC's Fall Prevention Day 

9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 19, 2019.

Free activities include: fall risk and blood pressure screenings, medication review (bring a list of all your medications) and informational vendors.

For more information, call 410-742-0505.

Wicomico Goes Purple in September - National Recovery Month

Wicomico Goes Purple is a collaboration between the Wicomico County Opioid Intervention Team and the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore.

This campaign strives to initiate conversations about the dangers of substance misuse and abuse and focuses on prevention, treatment and recovery resources available throughout our community.

Join us for the September General Membership Luncheon featuring Lori Brewster, Chief Health Officer for the Wicomico County Health Department.

Ms. Brewster's presentation regarding the Lower Eastern Shore opioid and addiction crisis will provide current data and answers to questions such as:
 

Lori Brewster has served as Wicomico County's Health Officer since 2008. She is responsible for oversight and management of public health programs, assessment, planning and service monitoring. Brewster earned a Bachelor of Science from Salisbury University and a Master of Science in Psychiatric and Mental Health Nursing from the University of Maryland.

REGISTRATON IS REQUIRED

Chamber Members - $25
Non-Members - $35
All Walk-Ins - $35

Join us for an Open House in our new Pocomoke Mental Health Office!

Meet our therapists who will be available to talk about our mental health services and answer any questions you may have about our therapies. See our brand-new offices! We provide therapy for everyone, from children to adults. Learn about our innovative therapies, such as Psychiatric Rehabilitation Programs (PRP, which will be available at this location soon), PTSD therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), play therapy, and more.  We'll have staff on-hand to sign updated paperwork if needed. Parents can also meet our School-based therapists who can answer questions about working with your child in a school-based setting. Light refreshments will be served.

WHEN: Thursday, September 19, 2019

TIME: 3 PM - 5 PM

WHERE: 305 10^th Street, Suite 103, Pocomoke City, MD 21851

See you there!

September 19-20, 2019

Presented by DILA and the Helen Keller National Center

Second Bi-Annual Deaf-Blind Conference on preparedness across the lifespan for Deaf-Blind individuals.

Wicomico Youth & Civic Center.

In addition to the individuals themselves, service providers, family members, and friends of Deaf-Blind individuals are welcome to attend, and learn more about the resources and services available to them. 

Pre-conference presentation 3:00pm-6:00pm on Thursday, September 19, 2019

Friday, September 20, 2019, conference begins with breakfast for all attendees at 8:00 a.m.

Breakout sessions throughout the day on Preparedness for the Deaf-Blind across their lifespan.

Lunch will be provided.

Cost is $25 per person and limited vendor space is available for $75.

Please call 410 742 5052 V/TTY or 443 365 2645 VP for more information or go to event website to register.

https://www.eventbrite.com/e/deaf-blind-conference-preparedness-through-the-lifespan-tickets-69196040219?aff=efbeventtix&fbclid=IwAR03MkZSS0SaZ9cnhCKR3CegMnEDgkjsuxCHcwCIbxw3WCVvhZ4sR8-6xbY

How many 5Ks can you run in 24 hours? Find out at the Pemberton 24 - Festival of 5Ks, a new event that will be held from Friday-Saturday, Sept. 20-21. A  5K will start every hour on the hour for 24 hours. Runners can complete up to a total of 75 miles.

The first 5K begins at 7 p.m. Friday, and the grounds open at 4 p.m. that day. 

This event is a partnership between Wicomico County Recreation, Parks & Tourism and Algonquin Ultras Inc.

Participants are invited to run as many 5Ks as they like, whether it's one, five or all 24.

The course will be a 5K trail run at Pemberton Park. Camping will be available. Tents only; no electricity provided. There will also be a festival atmosphere, with food vendors, beer and music.

Runners can compete as individuals or as part of a four-person team.

The deadline to guarantee a shirt, upgrade to a long-sleeved shirt or reserve a camping spot is Aug. 31.    

Admission to Bingomania includes all regular and special games, including the Jumbo Jackpot Game. Regular game payouts are $500, while special games will pay out $1,000. The Jumbo Jackpot Game pays a maximum of $10,000 depending upon attendance. Attendees must be 18 or older.

Increase your chances of winning and help a local food bank at the same time by bringing three nonperishable food items to the event. Those who do will receive three additional cards for the first early bird game.

Tickets are $45 per person in advance and $55 per person at the door; fees may apply to ticket prices. All proceeds benefit the Mardela Middle and High School Bands.

There are 10 early bird games starting at 6 p.m. Early bird games are $1 for one card or $5 for six cards. 

For more information, contact the Mardela Band-Aides at 410-677-5170.

On the rural lower Eastern Shore, the USDA can do more than inspect food. A representative from the USDA will be available to discuss low-cost loans to help with health and safety issues for seniors. This Mini Senior Training session will be held at MAC Inc., located at 909 Progress Circle, Salisbury, MD 21804, behind Holly Center on Snow Hill Road. It’s offered free of charge to anyone interested in attending, but advance registration is requested. Call 410-742-0505, ext. 100, or email registrar@macinc.org.

Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs

State Procurement 101

New to State Contracting?
 

Start at the beginning. This class is for small businesses that have little or no knowledge of the state procurement process.

We'll focus on common procurement terminology, examine how the state contracting arena operates, and provide resources to help you determine if pursuing work in the public sector would be beneficial to your company.
 

Who Should Attend?
 

Small business owners who want to assess the state contracting arena and gain a better understanding of the procurement process.
 

What You Need to Know
 

• There is no cost to attend
• Seating is limited and advance registration is required
• Bring a pen and paper to take notes
• The class will be approximately 2 hours in length, with additional time for Q&A
   

Instructor - Alison Tavik, Director of Communications, Governor's Office of Small, Minority & Women Business Affairs