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Saturday, October 29, 2016Seminars/Training

Teacher Professional Development Training: Project WET

Fee per program: $25 
The goal of Project WET is to facilitate and promote awareness, appreciation, knowledge and stewardship of water resources through the development and dissemination of classroom-ready teaching aides and through the establishment of state and internationally sponsored Project WET programs. Bring a bag lunch.

When:
Saturday, October 29, 2016 9:00 AM thru 01:00 PM
Where:

Ward Museum

909 South Schumaker Drive

Salisbury, MD 21804 

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Saturday, October 29, 2016Dinner Fundraisers

BBQ Chicken on Sale

BBQ chicken will be on sale Saturday, Oct. 29, from noon to 2 p.m. at the Parsonsburg Volunteer Fire Department hall. Tickets are $7 and include half a chicken, dinner roll and chips. Tickets are on sale in advance only and are available at any branch of the Farmers Bank of Willards. Proceeds will benefit MAC Inc., the Area Agency on Aging, serving the Lower Shore. Call 410-742-0505, ext. 118.
 

When:
Saturday, October 29, 2016 12:15 PM thru 02:00 PM
Where:

Parsonsburg Volunteer Fire Department hall, Parsonsburg
For More Info:
Cindy Robinson
410-742-0505, ext. 118
cfr@macinc.org
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Saturday, November 05, 2016Arts & Crafts Fair

Basket Making Class with Donna Natoli

Make a Pine Needle Basket with local Chincoteague artist Donna Natoli. Donna practices the traditional coiled pine needle basket technique with modern stylistic touches, such as ceramic and wooden bases, as well as shell and stone decorations. Perfect beginner class. Class is $75 for members and $85 for non-members.

When:
Saturday, November 5, 2016 12:00 PM thru 05:00 PM
Where:

Ward Museum

909 South Schumaker Drive

Salisbury, MD 21804 

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Saturday, November 05, 2016Dinner Fundraisers

HALO's Celebration of Hope Gala

HALO's Celebration of Hope Gala

When:
Saturday, November 5, 2016 4:00 PM
Where:

Dove Pointe

1225 Mt. Hermon Road | Salisbury, MD 21804 

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Saturday, November 05, 2016Dinner Fundraisers

Once Upon a Time; 2016 HALO Gala

The HALO Gala is an anual event that seeks to raise awareness, funds, and generally thank our donors.  We will have dinner, live auction, silent auction, chinese auction, and a keynote speaker. This is a great oppurtunity to support HALO, and maybe take home a few prizes!

When:
Saturday, November 5, 2016 5:00 PM thru 07:00 PM
Where:

Salisbury Dove Pointe 

1225 Mt. Hermon Rd

Salisbury, Md 21804 

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Thursday, November 10, 2016Community Event

Honor Guard Flag Raising

On Thursday November 10th at 11AM, The Wicomico High School JROTC Honor Guard will hold a Flag raising ceremony in honor of Veterans Day at the Village of Harbor Pointe.

The community is welcome and encouraged to attend to honor our resident Veterans and spouses.  


When:
Thursday, November 10, 2016 11:00 AM thru 11:30 AM
Where:

The Village at Harbor Pointe

611 Tressler Drive

Salisbury, MD 21801 

For More Info:
Rose Emerick
410-860-9096
Rose.K.Emerick@consulatehc.com
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Friday, November 11, 2016Conference

Think Big Plan Bigger Networking Symposium

What is Think Big Plan Bigger.™ ?

Think Big. Plan Bigger.™ 2-day networking symposium exclusively for small business owners, career changers, nonprofits, and people that are thinking about starting a business. Our goal is to help them pursue their passion and purpose by giving them the information and the strategies necessary for them to take their ideas to the next level. 


*Friday, November 11th 9am-3pm

*Saturday, November 12th, 9am-1:30pm

*Includes Continental Breakfast both days


Who Should Attend?

  • Career Changers

  • Career & Business Professionals

  • Small Business Owners

  • Start-up Companies in their beginning stages

  • Anyone who has a dream, a goal, an aspiration and feels stuck on how to take it from paper to real life.

What Will You Learn at the Conference? 

  • How to organize and structure your business model

  • How to use strategic planning techniques to forecast and project business growth & profit

  • What a feasibility study is and why it's important to do one BEFORE launching a business idea

  • How to reinvent yourself when changing your career

  • How to use the goal setting and vision boarding to implement your plans

  • The benefits of philanthropy to your small business or your career goals

  • How to find quality employees for your small business

  • How to handle staffing issues and employee relations concerns


Who are the TBPB speakers?

TBPB™ speakers are:

Dr. Santo Grande, CEO Delmarva Community Services

Topic: Following Your Dream

Ms. Mary Handly, Nonprofit Consultant

Topic: The Benefits of Philanthropy to Your Business

Danielle Vanriel, Cosmetologist, Business Consultant

Topic: Organizing Your Business

Randolph R. Potter, CEO Revive Sound Productions

Topic: Strategic Planning

Alishia Louis-Potter, Author, Empowerment Speaker, Blogger

Topic: The Power of Vision

Sherwood Sharp, Sharp Enterprises, Consultant

Topic: Protecting Your Business & Identity


Business Panel Speakers Include

Sheryl Jenkins, HR Specialist 

Brenda Whitehurst, Project Coordinator Delaware Technical Community College 

Maxine Whitelock, CPA Max's Taxes

About the Network

Once you attend our Think Big Plan Bigger Networking Symposium, you automatically become a member of the Network. Think Big. Plan Bigger. ™ is a network of local and regional businesses with the goal of collaboration, innovation, growth, and philanthropy as its focus.


When:
from Friday, November 11, 2016 9:00 AM
thru Saturday, November 12, 2016 1:30 PM
Where:

Salsibury Area Chamber of Commerce

144 East Main Street

Salsibury, MD 21803 

 

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Friday, November 11, 2016Seminars/Training

First Steps of Starting You Own Business Workshop

Thinking of starting a business? Now is the best time to learn how. Decide if entrepreneurship is for you. Find out about the pros and cons of small business ownership, what skills and resources are needed, State of Maryland requirements to start a business, why your credit is important and why a business plan is needed. Take home:
- Business Start – Up Checklist: a packet with critical contact information from Maryland State
Agencies needed to effectively start-up your business
- Business Plan Template: answer the questions in each section and you will have a business plan at the
end
- Legal Structures for your Business: see which structure is best for your business
- Trade Application: Application for EIN number

Course Fee: FREE – Open to Everyone!

Registration: Pre-registration is required. To pre-register or for more information regarding this course or other general inquiries, please contact Lisa Twilley of Maryland Capital Enterprises by telephone: 410-546-1900 or via email: ltwilley@marylandcapital.org. Sign up online at www.marylandcapital.org

When:
Friday, November 11, 2016 11:27 AM
Where:
One Stop Job Market
31901 Tri-County Way
Salisbury, MD 21804
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Tuesday, November 15, 2016Seminars/Training

Google Local Marketing Power Workshop

Learn how to get more positive reviews on your Google Listing.

- Discover how to select the best categories on your Google listing that will bring your more qualified leads.
- Uncover the exact steps it takes to get the coveted “3-Pack” (one of the 3 listings that show at the top of the search results)
- Get your business verified on Google Maps
- Discover how to put your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) to work for your website and so much more!

Course Fee: $10.00

Pre-registration is required. To pre-register or for more
information regarding this course or other general
inquiries, please contact Lisa Twilley, Administrative Manager of MCE Womenen’s Business Center
by telephone: 410-546-1900 or via email:
ltwilley@marylandcapital.org. Sign up Online at
www.marylandcapital.org/services/business-education

When:
Tuesday, November 15, 2016 11:00 AM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce
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Thursday, November 17, 2016Community Event

Indigenous Landscapes: The Cultural History of the Chicone

Join Chief Donna Abbott (Nause-Waiwash) and Dr. Virginia Busby (maryland Commison on Indian Affairs) as they talk about the history of the Native people of Chicone (nearby present-day Vienna, MD), the evolution of thier cultural landscape, and the lives of the indigenous people of this region today.  

When:
Thursday, November 17, 2016 4:00 PM thru 06:00 PM
Where:

Ward Museum

909 South Schumaker Drive

Salisbury, MD 21804 

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Friday, November 18, 2016Community Event

Holiday Pairing at the Ward

Come and learn the fine art of pairing with the conclusion of our first series. In this final lesson learn from experts what pairs with different types of Holiday cocktails & drinks. Cost $25 per person or $45 per couple.

 


When:
Friday, November 18, 2016 6:00 PM thru 08:00 PM
Where:

Ward Museum

909 South Schumaker Drive

Salisbury, MD 21804 

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Saturday, November 19, 2016Arts & Entertainment

Hammer & Ales, a benefit for Habitat for Humanity

 Enjoy the music from Eastwood and support Habitat for Humanity of Wicomico County. Tickets online or at the door. $10

 http://www.eventbrite.com/o/habitat-for-humanity-of-wicomico-county-7992383782


When:
Saturday, November 19, 2016 7:00 PM thru 10:00 PM
Where:

Headquarters Live

Salisbury, MD 

 

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Tuesday, November 22, 2016Seminars/Training

Direct Response Marketing Workshop

Get your business verified on Google Maps.
- Correct errors on your Google listing.
- How to create a Facebook advertising strategy for attracting leads that will actually convert to buyers.
- How to leverage Facebooks data to find your ideal target market.
- What NEVER to do with Facebook Advertising.

Course Fee: $10.00

Pre-registration is required. To pre-register or for more
information regarding this course or other general
inquiries, please contact Lisa Twilley, Administrative Manager of MCE Women’s Business Center
telephone: 410-546-1900 or via email:
ltwilley@marylandcapital.org. Sign up Online at: www.marylandcapital.org/services/business-education

When:
Tuesday, November 22, 2016 11:00 AM thru 01:30 PM
Where:
Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce
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Saturday, December 03, 2016Community Event

Silver Bells Benefit Quarter Auction

Join us at the Ward Museum for a holiday gathering and use your quarters to bid on great holiday gift items from local businesses! Auction preview will start at 5 p.m. and the auction will promptly start at 6 p.m. Midway through the quarter auction there will be a Live auction. This year included in the cost of your ticket will be a number of yummy items and holiday cocktails!

When:
Saturday, December 3, 2016 5:00 PM thru 11:00 PM
Where:

Ward Museum

 

909 South Schumaker Drive
Salisbury, MD 21804

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Sunday, December 04, 2016Community Event

Historic Newtown Holiday House Tour 2016

Salisbury’s Historic Newtown Neighborhood announces this year’s holiday tour, scheduled for Sunday, December 4, 2016 from 11 am to 4 pm.  

The tour, a tradition for over 30 years, provides a special opportunity to visit the interiors of some of Salisbury’s oldest and grandest homes decorated for the holidays. There will be caroling in a boxwood garden, with cookies and hot cider. Tickets go on sale November 1. Visit Facebook Newtown Historic Neighborhood Salisbury Maryland 21801 for more information.


When:
Sunday, December 4, 2016 11:00 AM thru 04:00 PM
Where:
Salisbury's Historic Newtown Neighborhood; Poplar Hill Mansion ticket sales Dec. 4, 2016
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Wednesday, December 07, 2016Banquets/Luncheons

Habitat for the Holiday's

Habitat for the Holiday's
Join us at the Wicomico County Youth and Civic Center for our second annual Habitat for the Holidays. Enjoy a delicious lunch, a holiday performance and a silent auction. All funds raised will help further our mission of providing safe, decent and affordable housing right here in Wicomico County.

When:
Wednesday, December 7, 2016 12:00 AM thru 01:30 PM
Where:
Wicomico Youth and Civic Center
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Saturday, December 10, 2016Community Event

Girl Scouts Woodworker Badge

Girl Scout Cadette

Where better to learn about woodworking then at the Ward Museum? You will practice hammering, leveling, and drilling as you build a picture frame. You will then learn about and become familiar with woodworking techniques, especially as they relate to carving decoys, when you complete a basic carving project using a Dremel hand tool. $14 per girl, includes patch.

When:
Saturday, December 10, 2016 1:00 PM thru 04:00 PM
Where:

Ward Museum

 909 South Schumaker Drive

Salisbury, MD 21804
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Saturday, December 10, 2016Dance Instruction/Classes

Jingle Bell Jitterbug Group Ballroom Dance Lessons

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When:
Saturday, December 10, 2016 7:00 PM thru 08:00 PM
Where:

Wicomico Public Library - Downtown Branch - Upper Lobby

122 S Division Street

Salisbury, MD 21801       

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Sunday, December 11, 2016Community Event

Santa Social at St. Francis de Sales

St. Francis de Sales School invites community friends to come to its annual Santa Social event, Sunday, December 11, 2016, held in the Philip and Barbara Long Parish Center. 
Enjoy a delicious pancake breakfast, visit with Santa for photos, and a vendor bazaar. There will also be kids crafts and a kids shopping area, so they can buy presents to give family and friends. 
The event goes from 8:30am to 1pm. 
Breakfast is just $6, and $4 for kids under 12. Proceeds benefit St. Francis de Sales Catholic School. Pictures with Santa are free with purchase of the pancake breakfast.
The public is invited to attend. Come join us for the festivities!
About St. Francis de Sales School- located at 500 Camden Ave., Salisbury, MD 21801 - is a private school founded in 1949 by the Sisters of Mercy. St. Francis de Sales is a faith-filled, student-centered environment known for academic excellence. Its moto is 
Scholarship - Faith - dignity - Service. It offers a rigorous academic program combined with an inspired love of God, glorified through the dignity of self and commitment of service to others. Currently over 200 students attend St. Francis de Sales School in pre-kindergarten through eighth grade. St. Francis de Sales School is proudly accredited by the Middle States Association of Colleges and Schools - Commission on Elementary Education.s a

When:
Sunday, December 11, 2016 8:30 AM thru 01:00 PM
Where:
nd500 50050
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Saturday, December 17, 2016Community Event

Winter Wonderland

Come and join us for a celebration of the season and see out grounds and lobby decked out for the holidays! There will be artist demos, winter crafts for the young and young at heart, and holiday snacks! Enjoy some hot chocolate and even visit Santa for a picture! Free admission to the Galleries and special discounts at Treetops Gifts!


When:
Saturday, December 17, 2016 10:00 AM thru 02:00 PM
Where:

Ward Museum

909 South Schumaker Drive

Salisbury, MD 21804 

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