Community Calendar

Clearway Pain Solutions is a leading pain managment medical practice focused on relieving pain, restoring function, and renewing quality of life for their patients. They are driven by our compassion, respect, and concern for every patient they serve - from phone calls answered by a nice person, to physicians who treat their patients as a member of the Clearway family. They are excited to anounce their newest location in Salisbury, MD!

Join us for a ribbon cutting ceremony and:

• Meet Dr. Robert Rankin, Clearway Senior Partner and Salisbury Medical Director;  Jacqueline Ardis, Salisbury Office Manager; and Britni Cullen, Senior Vice President
• Learn about Clearway's approach to treating chronic pain, services offered and Dr. Rankin's training and experience. 
• Tour their office and surgery center
• Take a chance a winning a Yeti cooler
• Enjoy appetizers and refreshments 

Tasty Tex-Mex food is next on the menu in MAC’s Lunch Around the World Series. Meals are $12 and include: one chicken taco with vinaigrette slaw, fresh Pico de Gallo, and diced avocado and one blackened shrimp taco with mango salsa and homemade Aioli drizzle, with Mexican rice with black beans, zucchini and roasted corn medley and churros with dipping  sauce. ADVANCE ORDERS ONLY!
   Orders are due by noon on Friday, Oct. 15. Orders can be picked up between 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. at MAC on Wednesday, Oct. 20.
   To order online, visit https://macinc.org/lunch-world/
In-person orders also are being taken at MAC’s front desk. No phone orders please!
Proceeds will benefit MAC’s Meals on Wheels.
Visit the MAC website (macinc.org) for upcoming lunches in the series.

The SACC October General Membership Luncheon will feature the annual Delmarva Mayoral Forum.

Mayors from cities in Delaware, Virginia and Maryland will participate on a panel to address challenges and success stories from each of their respective jurisdictions.

This is a luncheon event and begins at 11:30 AM on October 21, 2021 at the Wicomico Civic Center in Salisbury Maryland.

Tickets are $25 for members, $35 for future members

You can prevent falls!

   Stepping On is a free 7-week workshop proven to reduce falls in older adults. The workshop features strength and balance exercises taught along with other strategies to build confidence and to prevent falls inside and outside the home. 

MAC will offer a free virtual workshop beginning Tuesday, Oct. 26, from 1 to 3 pm. 

Zoom links will be provided when registering.

For more information or to register for the workshop, contact Nancy Gompers at 410-742-0505, Ext. 131; or email her at ngompers@macinc.org.

On Wednesday, October 27, 2021 at 11:30 AM, the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce will celebrate business and organizational excellence at the Annual Awards Luncheon at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center . Wicomico Recreation Parks & Tourism will also present its Annual Tourism Awards.

The SACC Annual Awards event recognizes and honors the achievements and efforts of outstanding leaders of the Delmarva area. This is an opportunity to network and celebrate the amazing achievements of our member businesses, community partners, and individuals.

Award categories include:

• Member Volunteer of the Year
• Ambassador of the Year
• Small Business of the Year
• Medium Business of the Year
• Large Business of the Year
• Business Professional of the Year
• Environmental Service Award
• Agriculture Ambassador of the Year
• Non-Profit Organization of the Year
• COVID Community Champion
   

2020-2021 was an unprecedented time and everyone was affected in one way or another. Still, through it all, some individuals, organizations, and businesses went above and beyond to support their fellow businesses, institutions, employees, and the community. 

The 2021 Awards will include an additional category - COVID Community Champion. This award will be given to an individual, organization, or business that championed significant impacts throughout the pandemic which contributed to assisting businesses, impacts on public health, safety, and education.

Advanced Registration is Required
$30 Members
$40 Non-Members
$300 Seating for 8

The 2021 Annual Awards Luncheon is sponsored by:

Wicomico County Recreation, Parks & Tourism

Franklin Perdue School of Business
Pohanka Automotive Group
BBSI
Effectv
TidalHealth
Salisbury Wicomico Economic Development
Perdue Farms
Delmarva Power
47ABC
Bancroft Construction Company

Wicomico County Education Foundation 

If your business is a current SACC member and you would like to nominate member businesses and individuals who have made a significant impact within various areas of the Chamber business community, contact Bill Chambers at bchambers@salisburyarea.com or call 410-749-0144, and a link to the survey will be provided.

You can prevent falls!

   Stepping On is a free 7-week workshop proven to reduce falls in older adults. The workshop features strength and balance exercises taught along with other strategies to build confidence and to prevent falls inside and outside the home. 

MAC will offer a free workshop beginning Wednesday, Oct. 27, from 1 to 3 pm. 

For more information or to register for the workshop, contact Nancy Gompers at 410-742-0505, Ext. 131; or email her at ngompers@macinc.org.

Mark your calendars for our October SACC YP Happy Hour Event on Thursday, October 28, 2021, from 5:30-7:00 PM at Market Street in Salisbury.  

October’s Happy Hour Event will be sponsored by our friends at Willow Construction.

We will gather indoors, on the bar side of the restaurant in back section (closest to the water).  Fingers crossed for some sun so we can make use of the river front deck as well.

We can’t wait to see you!

The Young Professionals are committed to facilitating impactful networking opportunities to the Salisbury Area Community.

Throughout 2021 Cocktail & Conversation events will be held at area businesses and organizations, broadening your exposure to the business community.

SACC-YPs is designed for professionals ages 21-35.

The 35th Annual Christmas Gift & Craft Show, sponsored by the Quota Club of Salisbury, will return to the Wicomico Civic Center for one day only on Saturday, Oct. 30. The show is open from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Admission is $5, and children ages 5 and under are admitted free. 

The show features numerous unique crafters and local vendors with a variety of items for sale, including toys, ceramics, clothing, candles, flower arrangements and jewelry. 

The Christmas Gift & Craft Show serves as the Quota Club of Salisbury’s annual fundraiser. All proceeds from the event are used to serve the local community, with a focus on women, children, the deaf, hard of hearing and speech impaired.

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf, Resort, Spa and Marina will host a career fair on Tuesday, November 2 from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.  The resort is currently seeking applicants in a variety of positions ranging from housekeeping and retail clerks and banquet attendants and cooks.      

A full list of open positions can be found by visiting hyatt.jobs and searching for “Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay” in the “location” field.  Once candidates select their preferred position, they are encouraged to apply directly through the site.

Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay offers several benefits for employees including medical insurance plans, vision and dental care, sick leave, 401(k) options, educational assistance and flexible scheduling.  Additional benefits include complimentary room nights at Hyatt properties worldwide, employee discounts, friends and family rates, worldwide vacation benefits, and much more.

For more information on Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, please visit hyattregencychesapeakebay.com, or call (410) 901-1234. 

Hyatt is an equal employment opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, gender, identity, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, national origin, ancestry, age, religion, disability, veteran status, genetic information, citizenship status or any other group protected by the law.

What challenges do older persons face as they age in place?
You are invited to join the Lower Eastern Shore Community to discuss topics related to actively aging in place. Share your thoughts at the virtual 2021 GrayShore Summit, on Tuesday, Nov. 9, from 8 to 11:30 a.m. Registration is required.
Topics will include:
• Health care
• Housing
• Workforce needs/senior employment
• Transportation issues
• Recreation, leisure, wellness programs and lifelong learning

The keynote speaker will be Mike Watson, Director of Liveable Communities at AARP.
The 2021 GrayShore Summit is being presented by MAC, Your Area Agency on Aging, and BEACON (Business Economic and Community Outreach Network) at Salisbury University.
Use this link to register, https://salisbury.zoom.us/meeting/register/tJ0kce-srz4tGNeVVTGbKIbK1j8rr4IhpxZn For more information, email BEACON@salisbury.edu.

The City of Salisbury Mayor and Council are the elected executive and legislative leaders of the Capital of the Eastern Shore. As representatives of the fastest growing job market in the northeast United States, they are excited to welcome the region's business community into their offices for an evening of fellowship, celebration and discussion. 

Since 2015, their offices have featured the works of local photographers and artists. See what's new in the collection and what makes the Salisbury area a great place to live. 

Join us for Business After Hours and

• meet Mayor Jake Day and the executive office staff
• enjoy Iite fare and libations provided by Roadie Joe's Bar & Grill
• have a chance at winning City of Salisbury swag bags
• contribute to the 50/50 raffle to support the SACC/Wor-Wic scholarship fund  (Bring some cash!)
• network with Chamber members before the holiday season busyness kicks in 

The University of Maryland Eastern Shore and The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce cordially invites you to join us on November 11, 2021 for “A Salute to our Veterans Gala.”

This event will celebrate and recognize the military men and women who have served our nation. It will also benefit the Silver Star Scholarship Fund at the University of Maryland Eastern Shore (UMES). The Silver Star Scholarship Fund was created to thank and acknowledge the many UMES students, alumni, faculty, staff, and friends who have served our nation.

The scholarship benefits honorably discharged veterans of one of the United States Military branches of services, a child of a veteran, or a child of a service member killed in action. The Scholarship is specifically focused on an incoming freshman or transfer student pursuing their first undergraduate degree at UMES.

As in past years, this year’s gala will be held in the Richard A. Henson Conference Center Ballroom with the meal prepared by Thompson Hospitality and served by students in the UMES Hospitality and Tourism Management Program. The celebration will begin with a cocktail reception at 6:00 p.m. with dinner following at 7:00 p.m.

Military Formal Attire is encouraged for service personnel and business attire for other guests.

Please contact Ms. Chenita Reddick at (410) 651-8045 or via email at crreddick@umes.edu if you have any questions. 

TICKETS & SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

If your schedule will not permit your participation this year, we sincerely thank you for your consideration and invite you to support the Silver Star Scholarship Fund by contributing to the UMES Foundation. You may do so by visiting https://app.mobilecause.com/vf/VetUMES2021.

We hope you will be able to join us on November 11th. We promise you a wonderful time for a worthy cause!

UMES’ COVID Protocol - All Guests will be required to wear a mask indoors when not eating or drinking. Please consider your health and wellness before coming to campus and if you hav any symptoms (fever, cough, shortness of breath, loss of taste or smell, congestion, sore throat), please stay at home. The university may do additional symptom surveillance at any campus event.

The Patch Lady Co. is a new SACC member and your one-stop shop for screen printing, embroidery, and patches to promote your business, commemorate a special occasion, or celebrate a family event. They also offer a wide variety of promotional items that can be customized to fit almost any need or budget. No project is too big or too small.

Join us for ribbon cutting to:

• Meet "The Patch Lady," and business owner, Malena Harmon
• Learn how her process works: you provide the image; The Patch Lady Co. brings your project to life
• Enjoy finger foods  

The SACC welcomes Joseph Bartenfelder, Secretary of Agriculture, as the featured speaker at the November 18, 2021 General Membership Luncheon.

Governor Larry Hogan appointed Joseph Bartenfelder to serve as Secretary of Agriculture on December 23, 2014. He was approved by the Senate and sworn in to office in March 2015. 

Mr. Bartenfelder grew up on a farm, and has been a full-time farmer and small businessman since graduating Towson University with a bachelor's degree in business. His family lives on the home farm in Caroline County, and also owns and operates two other farms in Dorchester County.

Bartenfelder served as a member of the Baltimore County Council, chaired the Baltimore County Spending Affordability Committee, and served as a member of the House of Delegates from 1983-94, representing District 8 (Baltimore County).

The luncheon will take place at Salisbury University, in the Guerrreri Academic Commons 4th Floor Assembly Hall and begin at 11:30AM.    Seating is limited and tickets must be reserved in advance.

Tickets are $25 for members, $35 for future members

Join the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce Young Professionals and the UWLES Emerging Leaders for a Guest Bartending Night at The Brick Room!

All money raised will benefit the UWLES Christmas Gift Program serving families in our communities.

We can’t wait to see you! Be sure to bring CASH or CHECK so you can tip our bartenders and bring Christmas to homes around Delmarva!!! 

All are welcome & please bring a friend!!

The Young Professionals are committed to facilitating impactful networking opportunities to the Salisbury Area Community.

Throughout 2021 Cocktail & Conversation events will be held at area businesses and organizations, broadening your exposure to the business community.

SACC-YPs is designed for professionals ages 21-35.