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Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events
December 18, 2025 - January 1, 2026
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Cambridge Ice & Oyster Festival
January 16 & 17, 2026
5 - 8 pm Friday
11 am to 7 pm Saturday
Downtown Cambridge & Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
2026 Cambridge Ice and Oyster Festival For our 5th Annual Event we will be Celebrating America's 250th
In addition to many of the crowd favorites like the Ice Slide, Hunting Blind, and Graffiti Wall this year we are adding an Ice Maze. Come out to see how good you are navigating the frozen maze.
Black Water Adventures and the Hyatt will be hosting the synthetic ice rink again this year and there will be a free shuttle between the sites.
This is a great family friendly event that is fun for all ages.
https://iceoysterfest.com
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Dorchester Chamber Foundation Scholarship Applications
Application Process IS OPEN
Calling all Chamber Members that have employees that are age 16-21 or have employees with children or grandchildren that are age 16-21. The awards are not only for high school seniors but anyone looking to continue their education in a certified program.
We have awarded scholarships for a wide variety of programs in the past, including arts, agriculture, cosmetology, computer science, criminal justice, culinary, education, engineering, nursing, physical therapy, physician, marine trades, veterinary medicine, welding, and many more...
Awards range from $1,000 to $4,000. You can learn more and get an application at:
www.dorchesterchamber.org/scholarhips
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National Civics Bee
Do you have a 6th, 7th, or 8th Grade Student?
Any Student in the State of Maryland can participate.
Share your ideas and flex your civics knowledge in the National Civics Bee®.
ABOUT THE BEE
The Dorchester Chamber of Commerce is partnering with the U.S. Chamber of Commerce Foundation to host a nonpartisan civics competition that encourages young Americans to engage in civics and contribute to their communities. Participating 6th, 7th and 8th graders will flex their civics knowledge for a chance to win recognition and cash prizes. Finalists will be invited to Washington, DC to compete in the National Civics Bee National Championship in Fall 2026.
For more information: www.dorchesterchamber.org/civicsbee
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It Could Be YOU!
If you are a member and you get a business listed in this section of the eNews you get a free admission to a Chamber Business Lunch or Breakfast.
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Suggested Reading:
Quote of the Week:
“How lucky I am to have something that makes saying goodbye so hard.”
-- Winnie The Pooh
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Dorchester Historical Society Preparing to Close Out 2025 | |
(CAMBRIDGE, Md) – One Dorchester County group is getting ready to close out the year with a bang.
The Dorchester County Historical Society is inviting people to the Meredith House in Cambridge for their Seasonal Sips Event.
This will be the historical society’s final event in 2025.
Members say they’re looking forward to closing out the year with a celebration of local history, and are preparing for what lies ahead with Maryland 250 next year.
Read more and watch the segment on WMDT
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‘Mr. Bill’ at the Cambridge Library: A Poet Among Us | |
If you’ve ever been to the Dorchester County Public Library, you already know Bill Epps. He’s the imposing yet affable septuagenarian behind the desk who remembers your name, finds the book you couldn’t see, and always has a kind word – an ordinary guy doing an ordinary job.
Except one day a letter arrived that proved he’s not quite so ordinary after all.
Turns out, he’s not just a poet, but a good one. His paean to the celebrated abolitionist Oh Harriet Tubman! (Light Director Extraordinaire), which hangs on the wall behind his desk, won first place in the Maryland division of the 2025 National Veterans Creative Arts Competition in October.
“I was just blown away,” Epps, who everyone calls Mr. Bill, says with a chuckle: “I never thought anything like that would happen to me.”
Epps never set out to be a published writer, but he always loved to read. Growing up on the streets of Philadelphia, he admits he was a poor student and found his way only after joining the U.S. Air Force. After retirement, he moved to Cambridge in January 2006 and later took a volunteer position at the library, which evolved into his current job in 2015.
Surrounded by books, he nurtured his love for reading and was moved by a biography of Tubman, who was born enslaved a few miles down the road, escaped her bondage, and returned to ultimately free hundreds of others. In the great emancipator, he saw inspiration for her modern-day Dorchester descendants.
Read more on the Cambridge Spy
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Cambridge Time Machine: Shopping at the Plaza | |
Cambridge Marketplace was once known as Cambridge Plaza, a very busy place. It featured Bay Country Bakery, Zepp Photo Center, The Flower House, Safeway, a laundromat, and Ames. Plus there was Price’s music store, Peking House Chinese Restaurant, and The Loft Sub Shop, which was set up like a barn with stalls. And, of course, there was Drug Fair, where one could get novels, magazines, comics, and records. They had a small cafeteria-style eatery where you could wait for your prescriptions to be filled.
Courtesy of the Cambridge Spy
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One Mission Prepares for 1st Festival of Wreaths | |
(CAMBRIDGE, Md) -Members of One Mission Cambridge are busy getting Cambridge Wesleyan Church ready with wreaths of all shapes, and sizes as they prepare for their last big fundraiser for the year: Their first Festival of Wreaths.
“We’re so excited to show them off. I wish I could take credit for more. The one of them here, but no, they’re great. We’re very thankful for the people who went out of their way to donate wreaths for the event…” says One Mission Fundraiser, Rebekah Koston.
The wreaths were made by numerous members of the community and will be raffled off on Saturday to benefit One Mission.
One member of Cambridge Wesleyan Church says with what One Mission has been able to do in Cambridge since starting in 2022, an event like this feels like it brings all of the community together.
Read more on WMDT
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U.S. Secretary of Education visits Maple Elementary on “History Rocks” tour | |
CAMBRIDGE, Md - U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon visited Maple Elementary School in Cambridge today as part of the Education Department’s national “History Rocks” tour. McMahon was joined by Congressman Andy Harris and former White House counselor Kellyanne Conway for the fourth stop on the nationwide tour, which will eventually visit schools in all 50 states ahead of next year’s Independence Day.
The event featured remarks from Secretary McMahon, Congressman Harris, and local school officials, along with trivia games and some singing by students. The focus of the visit was highlighting history and emphasizing the critical role local communities play in education.
Congressman Harris praised the leadership at Dorchester County schools.
“We need to get education control down to the local, really local counties as much as we can,” Harris said. “I think that's where the best decisions are made. And I think what was demonstrated today, we have the leadership in Dorchester County to make the right decisions. Let's empower them.”
Secretary McMahon echoed that message.
Watch the segment or read more on WBOC
Also watch the segment on WMDT
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Vienna Gears up for 44th Annual Luminary | |
(VIENNA, Md) – A holiday tradition returns to the banks of the Nanticoke River this weekend.
This Saturday, thousands of lights will line the streets of Vienna as the town’s Heritage Society hosts their 44th annual Luminaria.
And one board member says they can’t wait to see the small community light up the Nanticoke.
“We have a lot of old homes. We have a big maritime history. And to be able to highlight this through the holidays, time is really an awesome experience for all of us in town,” says Heritage Society Board Member, Patricia Johnson.
For Anne Hillyer and her husband, who live in the historical home of former Maryland Governor, Thomas Hicks, the Luminaria represents mixing the holiday spirit, and the history of Maryland along this Eastern Shore river.
Hillyer tells WMDT, “They’re opening the church up, and they’re going to do singing and Christmas music, you know, holiday music there. So there are so many things that are happening. This is a really special little event that I think many people don’t know about.”
The Dorchester County Historical Society is also taking part in Vienna’s festivities. As they bring a painting of Governor Hicks back to his one-time home.
Read more on WMDT
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(CAMBRIDGE, Md) – And the members of the Chorus of Dorchester County are getting warmed up to put on a show this weekend.
The Chorus is holding a pair of free concerts Saturday and Sunday to celebrate the holiday season.
They’re expecting big turnouts at both Cambridge churches as they sing a variety of holiday songs.
We caught up with one member of the chorus about getting ready to sing as well as what this concert means to them.
“The chorus has been in existence for 50 years. I’m a newbie. I’ve only been part of this since the spring, but I absolutely adore going each year and singing each year. And, you won’t be disappointed,” says Chorus member, Marianne Maye.
Read more and watch the segment on WMDT
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Remembering 40 years of For All Seasons with Beth Anne Dorman and Karen Kaludis | |
Forty years is a long time for any community institution, and in the world of mental health, it is remarkable. In this Spy interview with For All Seasons CEO Beth Ann Dorman and one of the organization’s founders, Karen Kaludis, we talk about that staying power and how a small, almost improvised idea on the Mid Shore grew into one of the region’s most essential mental health providers. What began in 1986 as a single room with a handful of committed people has become a lifeline for thousands across the Shore and, increasingly, throughout Maryland.
At the heart of this story is Karen and a special group of her friends, who remember clearly why For All Seasons had to exist. As a young deputy state’s attorney prosecuting child sexual abuse cases, she saw families with nowhere to turn. There was no local therapy, no real support system, no place for healing to begin. When co-founder Joy Mitchell-Price and a small group of determined women began asking hard questions about mental health care in rural communities, what followed was not just the creation of an agency, but the shaping of a culture built on trust, collaboration, and a simple conviction that when someone asks for help, the answer should be yes.
Read more and watch the segment on the Cambridge Spy
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Preston Automotive Group Accelerates Growth with Toyota Dealership Acquisition | |
Preston Automotive Group is proud to announce they will officially bring the Toyota brand into the Preston family for the first time in its 50-year history. The store will operate as Preston Toyota of Easton, marking a significant milestone in the group’s continued growth across the Delmarva Peninsula.
“Adding Toyota to our lineup is exciting,” said David Wilson Jr., President and CEO of Preston Automotive Group. “Toyota is known worldwide for quality, innovation, and reliability. Those values align perfectly with Preston’s commitment to integrity, exceptional customer service, and community involvement. We are honored to serve the Easton community with a best-in-class sales and service experience.”
A Seamless Transition for Customers
Preston Toyota of Easton will remain fully operational at its current location as the dealership undergoes enhancements designed to align with Preston Automotive Group’s renowned ONEPAG Culture and its high standards for customer experience. Guests can expect a broader selection of new and pre-owned vehicles, refined service processes supported by clear and transparent communication, and a continued commitment to fair pricing and trustworthy guidance. The dealership will also strengthen its community involvement through its Preston Cares initiative. All existing customer appointments and service commitments will be honored to ensure a smooth and uninterrupted transition.
Read more HERE
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Links to upcoming local meeting agendas
City of Cambridge
Town of Hurlock
Dorchester County Council
Here is link to Town Hall Streams where you can watch Dorchester County Council, City of Cambridge, Town of Hurlock, and Dorchester County School Board meetings live or recording of prior meetings: TOWN HALL STREAMS
This section of the weekly eNews is designed to provide updates to various legislative topics we think are of importance to our members. If there is any legislation we do not mention that you believe is important please reach out to us via email or call 410-228-3575.
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Ongoing
Maryland ROPTA Classes
Workshops in Mental Health First Aid for Adults, Adults who work with Youth, Connection between problem gambling and substance related disorders. For the schedule and if virtual, webinar or in-person, go to:
https://marylandropta.org/
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Tuesday Mornings, 2025
Grief Support Group - Dorchester
Coastal Hospice invites you to become a part of our ongoing grief support groups that occur weekly. Our groups are offered at no cost and are open to all members who continue experiencing pain due to death, whether or not Coastal Hospice supported you. Our goals are grief education, emotional support, and expanding your circle of connection and support.
*You will be notified by the Facilitator, Nicole, if there are any group cancelations.
To register, please email Nicole Long, Coastal Hospice Bereavement Counselor and Community Educator at nlong@coastalhospice.org or call 410-742-8732 ext 621
If leaving a message, please state the grief support group you are interested in attending.
For more information about support we offer, please visit www.coastalhospice.org/grief-support
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Fridays, 2025
9:30 a.m.
Vets Helping Vets
Meets Fridays at 9:30 am at American Legion Post 243, Hurlock, MD. Free coffee and Donuts. EVERYONE INVITED that cares about Veteran issues or cares about a Veteran. Young adults interested in the military should attend and ask questions.
American Legion Post #243, 57 Legion Drive, Hurlock, MD 21643 facebook.com/HurlockAmericanLegionPost243
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Thursdays
5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Kidz Clef Club
Join The Salvation Army of Cambridge for Kidz Clef Club every Thursday for Music that Builds character and Community for Life. For Kids ages 6-16.
Dinner will be provided for all kids.
REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED PRIOR TO ATTENDANCE. Call for more info. 443-225-7332 or Email katelyn.paul@uss.salvationarmy.org
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Fridays - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays 2025 - 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sundays 2025 - 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Synthetic Ice-Skating Rink at Hyatt Chesapeake Bay
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina and Blackwater Adventures are celebrating the holiday season with an on-site synthetic ice-skating rink providing magical winter moments on the Eastern Shore. The synthetic ice-skating rink will be located next to the resort’s Regatta Pavilion. The adjoining Winter Village will provide skate rentals, a refreshment station serving hot chocolate and cozy cocktails, and fire pits for warming up and roasting marshmallows to make s’mores. New this year, the Winter Village will also provide a holiday-themed miniature golf course, lawn games, and pop-up shops from local area businesses ideal for unique gift opportunities. The synthetic ice-skating rink and Winter Village is open on Fridays between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m., on Saturdays between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m., and on Sundays between 12 p.m. and 5 p.m. The rink will have extended hours during Christmas week and post-holiday hours will be announced in the new year.
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December 18 - December 21, 2025
Mistletoe on Main
Starting on Small Business Saturday through the Sunday before Christmas - Mistletoe on Main - Shop 'Til You Drop will be happening at participating businesses in Downtown Cambridge, MD.
During this time period, for every $25 spent at a participating Downtown business, shoppers will be entered to win a Cambridge Main Street gift basket of goodies and gift cards. Each participating location will be given an entry box and a basket of tickets. Entry tickets will be given at the time of purchase, to be completed BY THE CUSTOMER, and placed in the entry boxes -- a $50 spend equals 2 tickets, $100 equals 4 tickets, etc... (As we did last year, if a customer makes a large purchase, they can take the tickets with them, complete at home and return to any entry box.)
www.downtowncambridge.org
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December 18 - 31, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m. every day except Christmas Day
1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Saturday and Sunday
91st Annual Rescue Fire Company Train Garden
The Rescue Fire Company Train Garden returns in 2025 for its ninety-first consecutive year! Housed in the Old Firehouse on Gay Street, the Train Garden is a Cambridge Christmas tradition like no other.
Gaze in wonder at the displays, seek out hidden fun on the layouts, and enjoy our locally famous popcorn. Then get some holiday shopping done in the many wonderful Downtown Cambridge shops and dine at the restaurants who support the Train Garden, too!
We're open every evening in December other than Christmas, with daytime openings on Saturdays and Sundays.
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December 19, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Jazz Residency
The doors open at Lyon Rum's Golden Hour in Saint Michaels, MD at 5 pm for cocktails + soundcheck of this 6 pm show of Stephen Phillip Harvey and his talented trio (SPH+2) Join for an evening of live jazz with the SPH+2 Residency!
Click Here for Dec. 19 Tickets
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December 19, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Christmas Caroling in East New Market
Join us at the Town Christmas Tree and we'll bring cheer to our neighbors! After caroling around town, we'll meet back at the Town Hall for hot cocoa! For planning, please indicate your interest on this event or by emailing enmcommittee@gmail.com by December 12th.
Town of East New Market Events
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December 19, 2025
8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
The Alleycats @ The Showroom
The Alleycats will be at The Showroom by Blue Ruin
Doors open at 8 pm. This is a Christmas sweater Christmas party.
All are welcome to participate. This is a 21+ event.
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December 20, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Breakfast with Santa at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay
Dine with Jolly Old St. Nicholas and Mrs. Claus at the “Breakfast with Santa” at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. The festive buffet menu will feature made-to-order omelets, waffles, buttermilk pancakes, bacon, and house-made pastries complemented by Eastern Shore favorites. Diners can also enjoy several dessert selections including an assortment of holiday cookies, fudge, mini yule log cakes, and more. The event is $40 for adults, children between the ages of five and 12 pay their age, and children four and younger dine free. Reservations are required and can be made by visiting https://www.exploretock.com/watersedgegrill. While at the resort, guests can also enjoy an on-site synthetic ice-skating rink and Winter Village, open Thursdays through Sundays throughout the winter season, with extended hours during Christmas week. This year’s Winter Village will feature pop-up shops from local vendors, a refreshment station with hot chocolate and cozy cocktails, fire pits for roasting marshmallows and making s’mores, a holiday-themed miniature golf course, and lawn games. Guests can also visit the resort’s life-size gingerbread house display in the lobby.
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December 20, 27, 2025
8:00 - 9:00 a.m.
Yoga with Patty
Embark on a journey of tranquility and strength with our gentle yoga class. Designed for all skill levels, this class offers a harmonious blend of postures and breathing techniques to rejuvenate both mind and body. As you flow through the sequences, you'll find a nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and inner peace. Concluding with a serene meditation, you'll leave feeling centered and refreshed, carrying the calmness of the class with you into the world.
Please Call/Text to Reserve Your Space: 410-463-8393 $15/session/person
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December 20, 2025
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Reading with Mrs. Clause
It's the second day of our Holiday Cheer Weekend! Bring your kiddos to story hour with Mrs. Claus in our Historic Train Station. Kids will love to hear holiday stories from this Christmas icon, and we can't wait to host them. Mrs. Claus has offered to deliver our letters to Santa, and we'll have letter writing supplies available in case they haven't written theirs yet! Join us!
Town of East New Market Events
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December 20, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Santa's Panic Pop-Up at Layton's Chance
Forgot something on your holiday list?
Same.
We've got you!
Swing by for our last-minute lifesaver pop-up featuring a few amazing local, one-of-a-kind vendors - perfect for grabbing gifts you won't find anywhere else.
ONE DAY ONLY see Facebook event!
www.LaytonsChance.com
facebook.com/Laytonschancewinery
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December 20, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Baywater Animal Rescue Chugs into Train Garden
Join Rescue Fire Company Train Garden on Saturday. December 20 as we welcome Baywater Animal Rescue for an adoption event at the Train Garden!
Baywater will bring very good pups (and possibly kitties) looking for the greatest Christmas gift they can receive: a loving and safe home!
Come meet the animals, view the Train Garden, have a bag of our (locally) famous popcorn, and possibly head home with a new best friend!
The animals will be here from opening until 3 PM on each of the two days.
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December 20, 2025
2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Kids Christmas Party @ Moose
Bring the kids out to the Cambridge Moose Lodge #1211
Visits with Santa & Mrs. Clause.
Best and Ugliest Sweater Contest, crafts, games, prizes, kids karaoke, and more.
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December 20, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Luminaria in Vienna
More than 1,500 glowing luminaries will line the streets of Vienna, Maryland, a quaint 300-year-old town on the Nanticoke River. Ride the free tram, visit with Santa and find treats and the button factory at the Vienna Heritage Museum. During the house tour, several homes will be open to visitors with house tour tickets, which can be purchased at the Vienna Heritage Museum at 300 Race Street, which will serve as headquarters for the event.
The cost for home tour is $5 per person; children under 6 free. All other activities are free of charge.
For more information, please call 410.376.3445
www.viennamd.org/events/luminaria-in-vienna
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December 20, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Reagan Kent @ Old Salty's
Head down to Old Salty's for a relaxing evening at Old Salty's Restaurant with Live Music by Reagan Kent and delightfully delectable menu.
www.oldsaltys.com
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December 20, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Adult Christmas Party @ Moose with Karaoke
Adults Only version of a Christmas Party from 6-8 p.m at the Cambridge Moose Lodge #1211
Best Dressed and Ugliest Christmas Sweater Contest, Games, Prizes, and more.
Dan the Man Karaoke playing music from 6-10 pm. Come out for some holiday fun and entertainment
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December 20, 2025
8:00 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Star Spangled Hustlers @ The Showroom
The Star Spangled Hustlers will bring their Patriotic themed, live Rock-Pop-Punk-Hip-Hip-Country with a twist to The Showroom on Gay Street by the Blue Ruin parking lot.
Call for reservations or info 410-995-7559 or email: info@blueruinbar.com
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December 21, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Football Sunday
Bring a Dish to the Cambridge Moose Lodge 1211 and enjoy your favorite teams playing!
Enter for a chance to win a drink every quarter or be the big winner and win a $10 Ravens Scratch-Off.
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December 21, 2025
3:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Christmas with the Rat Pack
Palm Beach Willies is hosting The Rat Pack Christmas Show.
Join us on the Paddleboat for a special evening featuring the performances of the timeless tunes from
Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin & Sammy Davis, Jr.
Get ready to be transported back to the golden age of cool with smooth sounds and classic vibes!
A five course meal is included with your ticket. Cash bar. The menus inspired by the likes of The Rat Pack.
Bar and table seating available and is limited.
3 pm cocktail hour with appetizers at your table
4 pm Dinner service begins
5 pm show begins
5:45 pm intermission/ Dessert served
7:30 pm Show concludes
Meet & Greet after Show
The night is themed, Dress accordingly, appropriately and comfortably do dine.
This unforgettable event includes Dinner and Show on the Paddleboat
*Alcohol not included in ticket price - Cash Bar with Drink Specials
Questions, text 856-362-1398
Click Here for Tickets: pbwillies.simpletix.com
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December 21, 2025
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Blue Christmas Service
A service of remembrance and hope.
The Christmas season is hard for those whose hearts are hurting.
The designation acknowledges the "Blue" feelings many people experience during the Advent and Chritmas seasons.
For those who have lost a loved one, this is a time of aute lonelieness. For thos who have lost a relationship or a job, experienced failing health or financial setbacks, this is a time of pain, confusion and anxiety. We can still worship with honesty in the confidence that God shares our pain, understands our loss and seeks to be present in the comforting and hopeful ways.
Blue Christmas is a gentle, contemplative service that offers comfort and hope for those carrying pain or loss during this season of celebration.
www.zionumccambridge.org
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December 21, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.
Anna Burgess Christmas Caroling at the Train Station
Join the Rescue Fire Company Train Garden on Sunday, December 21 as we welcome local favorite Anna Burgess Music to the Train Garden for caroling and revelry. A great time for lovers of the Holidays young and old, Anna will be singing classic and contemporary Christmas favorites as we celebrate the season.
Grab a bag of popcorn, take a look at the trains, and make sure you bring your singing voice. And, when you're done, make sure yo support the many great restaurants and shops that support the Train Garden in Downtown Cambridge.
www.rfctraingarden.org
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December 22, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Town of Hurlock Council Meeting
The Town of Hurlock Council meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 6 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
The meeting can also be viewed via Town Hall Streams.
hurlock-md.gov/ | Council Minutes & Agendas
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December 22, 2025
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Town of Vienna Council Meeting
The Town of Vienna Public Meeting of the Mayor and Council meets on the 2nd and 4th Monday of each month at 7 p.m. The meeting is open to the public.
http://ViennaMD.org
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December 23, 30, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Yoga with Patty
Embark on a journey of tranquility and strength with our gentle yoga class. Designed for all skill levels, this class offers a harmonious blend of postures and breathing techniques to rejuvenate both mind and body. As you flow through the sequences, you'll find a nurturing environment that encourages personal growth and inner peace. Concluding with a serene meditation, you'll leave feeling centered and refreshed, carrying the calmness of the class with you into the world.
Please Call/Text to Reserve Your Space: 410-463-8393 $15/session/person
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December 24, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Pete Baker Live @ Blue Ruin
Wednesdays hit different when Pete Baker is in the room.
Live music, cozy vibes, good food, great drinks — it’s the midweek reset you actually want to show up for, at Blue Ruin.
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December 24, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Christmas Eve Concert & Worship Service
Immanuel United Church of Christ invites everyone to join us for a short concert beginning about 6:30 p.m. featuring the gifted musicians of our congregation. Come early and listen to young and old share their musical and spiritual gifts on Christmas Eve.
This concert will be followed by a 7 p.m. Candlelight Worship Service
www.immanuelucc.faith
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December 24, 2025
11:00 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
Christmas Eve Candlelight Service
Join Zion United Methodist Church for a Candlelight Service with scripture, music and Holy Communion.
http://www.zionumccambridge.org/
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December 25, 2025
Christmas Day
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December 27, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Guided Birding Tour at Blackwater NWR
Enjoy the Sights and Sounds of Fall at Blackwater NWR with Ron Ketter
Come experience the changing of the seasons at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge (NWR) by participating in one of our Guided Birding tours in the fall of 2025. Fall birding tours at the refuge highlight the returning migratory waterfowl. Don’t miss the opportunity to observe our diverse array of feathered friends, from woodpeckers and wading birds to numerous species of waterfowl and raptors, including the bald eagle. Prior bird knowledge is not required! Expert birders Terry Allen and Ron Ketter will help you identify and learn about the many species of birds that inhabit the refuge.
Participants will meet at the Blackwater NWR Visitor Center at 8:00 a.m. Tours may last 3 to 4 hours. The birding party typically tours via personal vehicle, stopping at various hotspots around the refuge’s Wildlife Drive. Binoculars and field guides are highly recommended for an enjoyable experience. There is no fee or advanced registration required. For further information, please call the Blackwater NWR Visitor Center at 410-228-2677 or visit our website at www.fws.gov/refuge/Blackwater.
Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, located on the Eastern Shore of Maryland, protects over 33,000 acres of rich tidal marsh, mixed hardwood and pine forest, managed freshwater wetlands and cropland for a diversity of wildlife. To learn more, visit our website at http://www.fws.gov/refuge/blackwater or @BlackwaterNWR.
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December 27, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Joe Bryan @ Old Salty's
Head down to Old Salty's for a relaxing evening at Old Salty's Restaurant with Live Music by Joe Bryan and delightfully delectable menu.
www.oldsaltys.com
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December 31, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
New Year's Eve Party with Chuckie Hayward & Buffet @ Old Salty's
Old Salty's Restaurant is the place to be for New Year's Eve with Chuckie Hayward and a buffet that is sure to please any pallet.
www.oldsaltys.com
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December 31, 2025
8:00 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
Jimmy Charles at Suicide Bridge Restaurant
New Years Eve Party at Suicide Bridge Restaurant with Jimmy Charles Full Band / Boots, Bandanas & Bubbly. 9 pm-midnight plus Live DJ
21+ / Doors open 8 pm
Waterfront Banquet Hall
https://suicidebridge.com/
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December 31, 2025
8:30 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
New Years Eve Dance with Hot Dog Gravy
Join the Cambridge Elks Lodge #1272 for New Years Eve. Hot Dog Gravy will play 8:30 - 12:30.
$25.00 a person included party favors.
Lit hors d'oeuvres, breakfast and shampagne toast at midnight.
Tickets available at the bar or contact Kim Harrison 410-200-8585. Tables of 6 or more can be reserved.
For members ad guests of members.
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Detailed Information for each event can be found on our website: www.dorchesterchamber.org/events/calendar/
With the current COVID conditions and CDC Guidelines, Please always check with the organization holding the event to make sure the events are still being held. Please be safe and take necessary precautions.
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306 High Street
Cambridge, MD 21613
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