Community Calendar

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.

Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce in partnership with The Greater Salisbury Committee and PACE at Salisbury University are hosting a forum between Mayor Jake Day and Mayoral challenger Wayne King.

This forum is open to the public and will begin at 6:00PM on Wednesday, October 23rd at Salisbury University, in the Guerrieri Student Union, Wicomico Room.

Admission is free and the public is invited. Seating is on a first come first serve basis.

For more information contact the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce at 410-749-0144.

Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 12th Annual Taste of the Town, co-hosted by the Young Professionals.

Taste of the Town is one of the most highly attended Chamber events of the year and is open to Chamber members and the public.

All Lower Shore restaurants are invited to participate in this “Iron Chef” style competition, and have a choice of entering in one of two categories.

The Simple Tastes category represents casual, light fare, and Signature Tastes is geared towards upscale, more refined dishes. Prizes will be awarded in each category.

Winners will receive a commemorative plaque, recognition in the media, a cash prize.

 2019 Participating Restaurants include: 

Chuar | Brew River | Market Street Inn | Mojo’s  |  Evolution Craft Brewing Company | Vittles Catering  |  Taco Bliss | Boonie’s | Moore Pizza | The Dinner Express  |  Adam’s Ribs/Black Diamond Catering  |  The Mad Hatter Cafe

Sponsorship are $250 and include:

• four event tickets
• a table to promote your business, recognition on signage, and mentions during the event
• exposure on Chamber social media, on Salisburyarea.com and SBYbiz.org websites, in press releases and on member e-blasts

Tickets to attend are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Purchase price includes unlimited food samples, one voting ticket, and one drink ticket.

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For more information on participating or to sponsor Taste of the Town, contact LeVita Bragdon at lbragdon@salisburyarea.com or 410-749-0144.

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Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce is pleased to announce the 12th Annual Taste of the Town, co-hosted by the Young Professionals.

Taste of the Town is one of the most highly attended Chamber events of the year and is open to Chamber members and the public.

All Lower Shore restaurants are invited to participate in this “Iron Chef” style competition, and have a choice of entering in one of two categories.

The Simple Tastes category represents casual, light fare, and Signature Tastes is geared towards upscale, more refined dishes. Prizes will be awarded in each category.

Winners will receive a commemorative plaque, recognition in the media, a cash prize.

 2019 Participating Restaurants include: 

Chuar | Brew River | Market Street Inn | Mojo’s  |  Evolution Craft Brewing Company | Vittles Catering  |  Taco Bliss | Boonie’s | Moore Pizza | The Dinner Express  |  Adam’s Ribs/Black Diamond Catering  |  The Mad Hatter Cafe

Sponsorship are $250 and include:

• four event tickets
• a table to promote your business, recognition on signage, and mentions during the event
• exposure on Chamber social media, on Salisburyarea.com and SBYbiz.org websites, in press releases and on member e-blasts

Tickets to attend are $15 in advance and $20 at the door. Purchase price includes unlimited food samples, one voting ticket, and one drink ticket.

DOWNLOAD SPONSORSHIP FORM

DOWNLOAD RESTAURANT REGISTRATION FORM

For more information on participating or to sponsor Taste of the Town, contact LeVita Bragdon at lbragdon@salisburyarea.com or 410-749-0144.

Media Partner:

Sponsored by: 

The fair features over 100 unique crafters and local vendors with a variety of items for sale, including wooden toys and other items, ceramics, hats, scarves, candles, wreaths and flower arrangements, baskets and jewelry. Santa Claus will make a special appearance on Saturday and Sunday.

Proceeds from the event are used to serve the local community. 

Learn more about the exciting new Wicomico Community for Life program during the Thrive senior expo at MAC, to be held Saturday, Oct. 26.

Community for Life offers innovative options for safe and healthy aging for seniors who live in Wicomico County and wish to remain living independently in their homes. The membership program includes personalized services, including transportation assistance, and home maintenance and safety assessments, and referrals to community services as needed.

Talks about the new program will be held from 10-10:30 a.m. and from 2 to 2:30 p.m. in the Education Wing classrooms at MAC.

For more information, call 410-742-0505.

Are you age 55 or older? Head to Thrive and learn more about opportunities, services and other aspects of senior life in the community!

Thrive, a free senior expo event, will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at MAC in Salisbury. The event is being sponsored by MAC, and the Salisbury Independent, Holloway Funeral Home and Chesapeake Health Care.

Visitors can stop by vendor stalls, browse educational exhibits, and attend presentations, all offering information and more that’s relevant to senior living. 

Food will be available, along with door prizes and other giveaways.

For information about the Thrive Salisbury event, visit DelmarEvents.net or call 410-968-1189.

MAC Inc. is located at 909 Progress Circle, Salisbury, off Snow Hill Road across from Dayton’s Restaurant and behind the Holly Center. For information about MAC, call 410-742-0505.

Caregivers, come see the latest independent living aids! Stop by the Caregiver Resource Interactive Lab at MAC on Saturday, Oct. 26, during the Thrive senior expo. Demonstrations, followed by a Q&A session, will be held at 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m., 12:30 p.m. and 1:30 p.m. Call 410-742-0505 for more information.

Thrive senior expo, a celebration of life after 55, will be held Saturday, Oct. 26, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at MAC. Admission is free.

Stop by the gym on Saturday during the Thrive senior expo, for 15-minute demonstrations of the following classes:

=       Simple stretch & tone: 10:30 a.m., 11:30 a.m. and 12:30 p.m. 

=       Tai Chi: 11 a.m., noon and 1 p.m.

Pumpkin painting and carving fall festivities sponsored by SNHS while getting to know your neighbors!

Pizza and pie will be served. All materials provided, all ages welcome, all free of charge.

Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Spots are limited!

Pre-registration is required: call, 410.543.4626 or email, Leah Dyson at ldyson@salisburynhs.org.

Do you know all you need to know about the Chamber of Commerce and how to make the most of your (dues) investment? If you answer, “No,” or “I’m not sure,” then please join us for: Chamber 101!

New and not-so-new member representatives are welcome to join us for this FREE interactive session during which you will learn how to:

• Be informed – How the Chamber Works for You
• Get Connected – Building Chamber Relationships
• Get Involved – Committees, Networks and Opportunities
• Build Exposure – Marketing Opportunities
• Work the Website – How to Use the SACC Website for Your Benefit
• Questions and Answers

Introduce children up to age 5,  the natural world at The New Drop In Art Jr.! Each program is organized around a craft theme.

This FREE program is held every Wednesday of each month from 10-11 a.m.

Supported by Curriculum Specialist!

 What better way to celebrate National Cybersecurity Awareness month than to join us for Spooky Cybersecurity Trivia, Networking & Cocktails at our Salisbury office on October 30th, from 7:30 - 9PM! Costumes are optional, but we'll be offering a grand prize for the best of the evening.

• Spooky Cybersecurity Trivia
  Event attendees can participate in our Spooky Cybersecurity Trivia Jeopardy game to find out if your business is in jeopardy for a cyber attack.
• Spiked Punch, Cocktails & Networking with Business Leaders
  We'll keep the spiked punch flowing while you mix and mingle with fellow guests. Each attendee will get up to 2 complimentary cocktails to enjoy, along with appetizers.
•  Door Prizes & Trivia Awards
  Enter to win door prizes or play to win some great prizes throughout the night.

Must be 21 years of age or older to attend.

Tickets are FREE, but seats are limited. Reserve your spot by visiting us online at:  https://impacttg.com/spooky/