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Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events
January 22, 2026 - February 5, 2026
| | | Thank you to all our sponsors, volunteers, musicians, oyster vendors, drink trucks, and attendees that made the 2026 Ice and Oyster Festival: Celebrating America's 250th a great success. | | Click on the logo of any of our Corporate Sponsors in the eNews to learn more about them and to thank them for their on going support of the community. | | |
Ribbon Cutting: My Daughters & Me
January 29, 2026 - 12 p.m.
421 Race Street, Ste 100, Cambridge, MD
My Daughters & Me is a brand-new women's boutique in Downtown Cambridge. After a soft opening just before the holidays, now they are having a Grand Opening to celebrate with everyone. Carefully curated, timeless clothing, accessories and home goods can be found here. Come join us to help celebrate this new opening and congratulate this mom with many daughters who has a vision for Cambridge.
Click Here to Register
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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.
HOW TO ENTER
Any 6th, 7th, or 8th grade student residing in Maryland with an idea about using civics to improve their community may submit their application to participate in their state. All applications must be submitted by Tuesday, February 3, 2026, at 11:59 p.m. Hawaii Time. Visit www.nationalcivicsbee.org for the latest news on the application portal, entry deadlines, and resources.
For more information: www.dorchesterchamber.org/civicsbee
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Dorchester Chamber Foundation Scholarship Applications
Application Process IS OPEN
Deadline is February 13, 2026
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
Not sure if your employer is a Chamber member? Click Here: https://www.dorchesterchamber.org/list/
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Chamber Member Orientation
February 17, 2026 - 12:00 p.m.
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
2nd Floor Conference Room, 306 High St., Cambridge, MD
Current Members - New Members - Future Members
Come learn how to maximize the benefits of your
Chamber Membership and to gain an understanding of the value of the Chamber to the Business Community.
Those who have attended prior events,
long time members included, have all learned something new by attending the Member Orientation Session.
If you are a member and bring a non-member to the event and they join the Chamber, you will get a free pass for a Business Lunch or Breakfast and 1 free eBlast.
Registration is required.
This is a free session; however, registration is necessary so the room can be configured, and lunch can be ordered for the correct number of attendees.
This session will be held in the 2nd floor conference room of the Chamber of Commerce. There is no elevator. We will have Zoom option available, please request a link when registering.
Click Here to Register
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Suggested Reading:
Quote of the Week:
“Nature gives to every time and season some beauties of its own.”
-- Charles Dickens
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Ice, Oysters, and Americana: Cambridge’s Winter Festival | |
Downtown Cambridge sparkled with ice, music, and patriotic spirit during the 5th Annual Cambridge Ice and Oyster Festival, held January 16 and 17. This year’s festival carried special meaning as organizers dedicated the event to celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
Stretching from Cannery Way to Blue Ruin downtown, the festival transformed Cambridge into a winter playground filled with dazzling ice sculptures inspired by Eastern Shore culture, wildlife, transportation, and American heritage. A new patriotic ice maze joined returning highlights such as the ice slide, life-size hunting blind, graffiti wall, and ice thrones.
Visitors wandered among trains, tractor-trailers, geese, benches carved from ice, and oversized ice picture frames, stopping to snap photos or leave messages etched into the graffiti wall. Children enjoyed kid-friendly ice golf, games, and slides, while adults gathered at glowing ice bars, sampled local oysters, and sipped craft beer from regional vendors.
Read more on the Cambridge Spy
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Early Numbers for 5th Annual Ice & Oyster Festival | |
(CAMBRIDGE, Md) – The Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce cleaning up following the 5th annual Ice & Oyster Festival.
While the chamber is still crunching the numbers from the weekend’s festivities, President Bill Christopher says the city hosted roughly eight thousand festivalgoers Friday and Saturday.
He says, for mid-January, downtown Cambridge was hopping with visitors.
Read more on WMDT
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CAMBRIDGE — Rain and chilly weather didn’t deter residents from enjoying the fifth annual Cambridge Ice & Oyster Festival.
Despite lower-than-usual attendance due to unexpected rain Saturday, Dorchester County Chamber of Commerce President Bill Christopher said he still considered the event a success based on the positive atmosphere and community enjoyment, which is the main goal.
The other primary objective of the event is to stimulate the local economy by drawing crowds to support downtown businesses.
“(The event) really wasn’t designed to raise money,” he said. “For us, it’s actually designed to bring business downtown, so as long as we break even, we’re fairly happy.”
By around 2:30 p.m. Saturday, the pace began to pick up with teenagers, families and friends flooding downtown Cambridge.
Read more on Dorchester Star
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With Science Funding Tight, Horn Point Researchers Look Beyond the Lab | |
As federal and state budgets tighten and research dollars grow harder to secure, young scientists are increasingly forced to think beyond traditional academic careers.
At the University of Maryland Center for Environmental Science’s (UMCES) Horn Point Laboratory in Cambridge, a new group of early-career researchers is doing just that through an entrepreneurial fellowship that helps open options and an alternative path forward.
Five Horn Point scientists are part of the 2026 class of the Ratcliffe Environmental Entrepreneurs Fellowship Program, a seven-month training initiative that teaches scientists how to translate research into real-world applications and, in some cases, viable businesses.
The fellowship comes at a moment when funding uncertainty has become a defining feature of scientific careers, particularly for graduate students and postdoctoral researchers navigating a highly competitive job market. While many still aspire to academic positions, fewer faculty openings, tighter grant funding and shifts in government priorities have made that path less predictable.
“Scientists are realizing they need more than just research skills,” said Dr. Nina Lamba, director of the fellowship program. “They need to understand how ideas move from the lab into practice, whether that is through industry, startups, or other applied work.”
The Ratcliffe fellowship, founded in 2014 and supported by the Philip E. and Carole R. Ratcliffe Foundation, is open to trainee scientists across UMCES. Of the nine fellows selected this year, five are based at Horn Point: Anji Cooper, Christine Knauss, Yumeng Pang, Limin Sun and Le Zhang.
Over the seven months, participants meet monthly to learn business planning, marketing, communication and intellectual property fundamentals. Sessions are co-taught by professionals from the business sector, exposing scientists to perspectives rarely emphasized in graduate training.
Read more on the Cambridge Spy
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Cambridge Honors Elks, Ironman | |
The Cambridge City Council honored two civic organizations for their long-standing contributions to the community during its regular meeting on Monday, presenting citations and keys to the city.
The Improved Benevolent and Protective Order of Elks of the World Lodge No. 223 was recognized first for its decades of service in Cambridge and Dorchester County. Commission President Sputty Cephas presided over the presentation of a citation and the key to the city at the Jan. 12 meeting.
The citation, read by Cephas, praised the lodge’s dedication and community impact, noting its “tireless efforts, integrity, and generosity” and stating that the organization has enriched lives and strengthened bonds of friendship throughout the city.
The Rev. Dr. William Wallace, exalted ruler of Dorchester Lodge 223, thanked the council for the honor and emphasized that the Elks’ work would not have been possible without the support of the Progressive of Dorchester Temple No. 224. Wallace acknowledged the organization and its leader, Daughter Ruler Sharon Chester, for their partnership and commitment to community service.
Read more on the Cambridge Spy
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Oyster Ball Raises Thousands for Dorchester Watermen | |
CAMBRIDGE, MD- On Saturday, January 10th hundreds of people braved the cold, wind and rain to attend the 11th Annual Portside Oyster Ball supporting Dorchester County Watermen. A record $10,400 was raised at the event that featured Watermen shucking oysters and local legends, Bird Dog and the Road Kings, as the evening’s entertainment.
The establishment of the Tracie Whiteley Memorial Scholarship Fund was also announced at the event. Tracie was a long-time manager at Portside and was always a big part of the Oyster Ball. Marcia Christopher, owner of Portside, remembers her fondly. "Tracie was always a supporter of our Watermen, and a part of everything we do at Portside. This Scholarship is a great tribute to her legacy." "She kept us all in line." Said Keith Graffius, Co-Chair of the event. "She would be very proud that we are continuing her legacy and had another great Oyster Ball!"
Read more HERE
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Dr. Lehman joins Atlantic General Pediatrics in Berlin - Read HERE
Atlantic General Hospital to hold caregiver support group on Feb. 2 - Read HERE
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The 2026 Maryland Legislative Session has started. You can follow session activity at https://mgaleg.maryland.gov/mgawebsite/Legislation/Charts
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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January 29, 2026
12:00 p.m.
Ribbon Cutting: My Daughters & Me
421 Race Street, Ste 100, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register
February 3, 2026
Deadline for National Civics Bee applications
Click Here for more information
February 13, 2026
Deadline for Dorchester Chamber Foundation Scholarship Applications
Click Here for more information and to donate: www.dorchesterchamber.org/scholarships
ANY employee, child of an employee, or grandchild of an employee of a member of the Dorchester Chamber of Commerce. Check our Business Directory and see if your employer is a member.
February 17, 2026
12:00 p.m.
Member Orientation
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
2nd Floor Conference Room & Zoom, 306 High Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register
March 19, 2026
5:00 - 9:00 p.m.
2026 80th Annual Chamber Business Meeting and Dinner
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort and Spa
100 Heron Blvd, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register or Sponsorship
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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
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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Tuesdays
5:00 - 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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Fridays
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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Fridays - 4:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturdays - 12:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Sundays - 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 winter season with an on-site synthetic ice-skating rink. 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 miniature golf course, lawn games, and pop-up shops from local area businesses.
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.
$15 for adults (10+), $10 for children. The pricing includes skate rentals
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Saturdays
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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January 23, 2026
5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
SVFC Chicken & Dumpling Carry Out
Secretary Volunteer Fire Company will be serving up Chicken & Dumplings and all the fixings for $15!
Mashed potatoes, green beans, cornbread & Drink all included!
Desserts available for purchase
Pre-order by calling/texting 443-205-2265
https://svfc16.org/
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January 23, 2026
8:00 p.m. - 11:55 p.m.
Dance Night @ The Showroom by Blue Ruin
Dance Night with DJ Lightning McQueen from 8 p.m. - 12 a.m. at The Showroom by Blue Ruin.
Canned beer, wine, good times - and great sound.
Located just behind Blue Ruin.
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January 24, 2026
5:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Shoot N The Neck Waterfowl Hunt
The Neck District Volunteer Fire Company will be having their Annual Waterfowl Hunt. Meet at the firehouse before the hunt for breakfast and coffee, then head out to the blinds. After finishing your hunting experience, we will have some hearty food back at the firehouse.
The cost for the day will be $150 per hunter and we will be offering a lunch-only option. You can reserve your spots by sending checks payable to NDVFC at 954 Cooks Point Road, Cambridge, MD 21613.
We will reserve the spot when we receive the payment since we will likely have more hunters than space available so don't delay.
Please contact the NDVFC for more information about sponsorships.
Mike McKinley - neckdistrictvfc@gmail.com
Eddie Dayton - 443-521-2078
Brian Holliday - 443-521-4099
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January 24, 2026
9:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
2026 Safe Sitter Class
UM Shore Regional Health is hosting Safe Sitter® course at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, designed for children ages 11 to 13. The course will be taught by UMSRH Women and Children's department nurses and will prepare students to be safe when they are home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting other children.
Click here for more information.
To register, email Gladys Peeples at Gladys.Peeples@umm.edu
Class size is limited, register early.
For questions, call Stephanie Blades at 410-822-1000 ext. 5234
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January 24, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
FREE Homebuyer Education Class
Neighborhood Housing Services of Salisbury, in partnership with the City of Cambridge, is sponsoring a FREE 2-session Homebuyer Education Class. This class will be held at the Dorchester County Public Library.
You must register to attend.
Fill out form at https://www.salisburynhs.org/homebuyer-education-workshop/.
The second session is 10 am - 2 pm Jan. 31, 2026. Must attend both days.
For more information, contact Jackie Davis at jdavis@salisburynhs.org
See event on Facebook
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January 24, 2026
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Gabe Willey @ Old Salty's
Head down to Old Salty's for a relaxing evening at Old Salty's Restaurant with Live Music by Gabe Willey and delightfully delectable menu.
www.oldsaltys.com
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January 24, 2026
7:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
DJ Buddy Bloom & Co @ Moose
Night out at the Cambridge Moose Lodge 1211 with DJ Buddy Bloom spinning all the tunes you want to hear - plus karaoke if you're feeling brave! 🎶🎤
Come early - dinner is served from 6-7:30 pm
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January 24, 2026
7:30 p.m. - 11:00 p.m.
Miss Nature Girl Womenless Pageant
Calling All Amateurs
Back by popular demand! The "Miss Nature Girl" pageant will be returning at the Cambridge Elks. GUY'S, it's time to trade in that camo and grab a dress & a bathing suit. We are looking for 112 amateurs only, this is not a drag show!
We will award prizes for Best Legs, Most Vivacious, The People's Choice & Miss Nature Girl
All proceeds benefit the national Outdoor Show Foundation.
Signups are going on through January 22nd.
To enter the pageant, please send a private message on the National Outdoor Show Facebook page or contact Lori at 443-521-0422 or Buddy O at 667-372-8883 between the hours of 8 a.m. - 8 p.m.
For more information See Facebook Event
nationaloutdoorshow.org
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January 25, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Guided Birding Tour at Blackwater NWR
Expert birder Ron Ketter will help you find and identify the large variety of birds that are found on Blackwater NWR!
Guided birding tours meet at 8am at the Blackwater Visitor Center. Tours may last 3-4 hours. Bring your binoculars* and field guides are recommended. Dress appropriately for the weather. The birding party will caravan via car to birding hotspots around the Wildlife Drive.
There is no fee or advanced registration for these tours.
*If you do not have binoculars, the refuge has several loaner binoculars available.
For further information, please call the Blackwater NWR Visitor Center at 410-228-2677 or visit our website at www.fws.gov/refuge/Blackwater.
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January 25, 2026
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Camo & Couture Bingo
Tri-City Little League presents Camo & Couture Designer Purse, Hunting & Fishing Bingo
Join us for an afternoon of fun, fashion and friendly competition! Win designer purses, hunting & Fishing gear, and more!
Doors open: 12 p.m. | Games Start: 2 p.m.
Tickets: $30 in advance
Contact for tickets & Info: Jessica Garvey - 443-786-4547 or Lynn Riley - 410-330-5452
All proceeds benefit Tri-City Little League
Come out and support your local players - You don't want to miss it!
tricityll.com
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January 26, 2026
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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January 26, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Cambridge City Council Meeting
The City Council meets in public forum at 6 p.m. on the second and fourth Monday of each month (unless otherwise noted on the agenda) in the Council Chambers at 305 Gay Street.
View meetings via Town Hall Streams Meeting Schedule | Agenda Center
Executive sessions and special meetings are held as needed.
If work sessions are needed, they will normally be held on the 3rd Monday of the month beginning at 6 pm
Closed sessions may be scheduled to start at 5:00 pm as needed.
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January 26, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
South Dorchester Co. Community Meeting -Strategic Plan
Dorchester County is building a plan for the future, and we need to hear from you.
Three community meetings have been scheduled throughout the County to provide an opportunity to share your thoughts on what’s working well, what needs improvement, and what matters most to our community.
If you are unable to attend the meetings, you may also participate by interview and/or survey.
Your input will help guide County decisions and shape real solutions!
Meetings will be held:
Monday, January 26, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - Church Creek Volunteer Fire Company
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - East New Market Volunteer Fire Company
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - Dorchester Co. Public Library (Cambridge)
For more information visit, https://dorchestermd.gov/strategic-planning/
Resident Survey: https://tinyurl.com/Dorchesterresident
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January 26, 2026
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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January 27, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Shrimp Night at the Moose
Enjoy a dinner of Steamed or Fried Shrimp and two sides of your choice.
Great food and great company at the Cambridge Moose Lodge for just $12.00. Hope to see you there! Eat in or Carry Out.
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January 27, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tri-City Little League 2026 Registration
Tri-City Little League is holding in-person registration at Hurlock Volunteer Fire Company on:
Tuesday, January 27th - 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
Saturday, February 21st 9 a.m. - 12 p.m. (Coach pitch and T-Ball Only)
Get ready to dust off those gloves and gear up for another awesome season.
(Online Registration will be offered.)
TriCityll.com | Tricityll1954@gmail.com
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January 27, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
North Dorchester Co. Community Meeting -Strategic Plan
Dorchester County is building a plan for the future, and we need to hear from you.
Three community meetings have been scheduled throughout the County to provide an opportunity to share your thoughts on what’s working well, what needs improvement, and what matters most to our community.
If you are unable to attend the meetings, you may also participate by interview and/or survey.
Your input will help guide County decisions and shape real solutions!
Meetings will be held:
Monday, January 26, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - Church Creek Volunteer Fire Company
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - East New Market Volunteer Fire Company
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - Dorchester Co. Public Library (Cambridge)
For more information visit, https://dorchestermd.gov/strategic-planning/
Resident Survey: https://tinyurl.com/Dorchesterresident
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January 27, February 3, 2026
7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Trivia with Chuckie
Bring your friends and get ready to put your knowledge to the test across a variety of categories!
Kitchen is open 'til 8 pm and of course the bar will be open!
www.blueruinbar.com
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January 28, 2026
11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Soup Day at Zion
Join Zion United Methodist Church for their Soup Day for your choice of Chicken Noodle, Vegetable Beef or Dry Lima Bean soup.
Eat-in: $5.00 per meal includes biscuits and dessert
Carry-out includes $5.00 for cup of soup & biscuits
(Pre-orders recommended)
Quarts: $8.00 includes biscuits only
Carry outs and delivery available.
Please call 410-228-4910 between 9 am and 11 am for free delivery and pick-up.
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January 28, February 4, 2026
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. Kitchen open from 4-8 p.m., Bar opens at 4 p.m., until...
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January 28, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Cambridge Community Meeting -Dorchester Co Strategic Plan
Dorchester County is building a plan for the future, and we need to hear from you.
Three community meetings have been scheduled throughout the County to provide an opportunity to share your thoughts on what’s working well, what needs improvement, and what matters most to our community.
If you are unable to attend the meetings, you may also participate by interview and/or survey.
Your input will help guide County decisions and shape real solutions!
Meetings will be held:
Monday, January 26, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - Church Creek Volunteer Fire Company
Tuesday, January 27, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - East New Market Volunteer Fire Company
Wednesday, January 28, 2026 - 6-7:30 p.m. - Dorchester Co. Public Library (Cambridge)
For more information visit, https://dorchestermd.gov/strategic-planning/
Resident Survey: https://tinyurl.com/Dorchesterresident
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January 30, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Steak Dinner then Karaoke w/DJ Chaos
Head over to the Cambridge Moose Lodge 1211 for a Juicy Grill-Fired Steak Dinner served with 2 sides for $25 from 6 - 7:30 p.m. (sides to be announced)
Then, from 7:00 - 10:00 p.m., DJ Chaos will be playing tunes.
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January 30, 2026
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Regan Kent @ The Showroom by Blue Ruin
Reagan Kent will be playing live at The Showroom by Blue Ruin.
Canned beer, wine, good times - and great sound.
Located just behind Blue Ruin.
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January 31, 2026
10:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
FREE Homebuyer Education Class
Neighborhood Housing Services of Salisbury, in partnership with the City of Cambridge, is sponsoring a FREE 2-session Homebuyer Education Class. This class will be held at the Dorchester County Public Library.
You must register to attend.
Fill out form at https://www.salisburynhs.org/homebuyer-education-workshop/.
The second session is 10 am - 2 pm Jan. 31, 2026. Must attend both days.
For more information, contact Jackie Davis at jdavis@salisburynhs.org
See event on Facebook.
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January 31, 2026
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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February 1, 2026
8:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Guided Birding Tour
Expert birder Terry Allen will help you find and identify the large variety of birds that are found on Blackwater NWR!
Guided birding tours meet at 8am at the Blackwater Visitor Center. Tours may last 3-4 hours. Bring your binoculars* and field guides are recommended. Dress appropriately for the weather. The birding party will caravan via car to birding hotspots around the Wildlife Drive.
There is no fee or advanced registration for these tours.
*If you do not have binoculars, the refuge has several loaner binoculars available.
For further information, please call the Blackwater NWR Visitor Center at 410-228-2677 or visit our website at www.fws.gov/refuge/Blackwater.
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February 5, 2026
6:00 p.m.- 9:00 p.m.
Evolution of Sound
Presented by the Nanticoke Historic Preservation Alliance (NHPA), this special Black History Month event focuses on the development of African-American music and explores connections to Native and Colonial American cultures. Linda Harris and The Main Street Blues Band will headline the show, which will also feature Shane Rader (Native flute), Gilbert Cephas (spirituals), Bill Caudle (African drumming), Curtis White (Chamber songs), and Jayla Elise (performing "Dorchester Dreams"). A wine bar will be sponsored by Groove City Black Heritage and Cultural Center.
Advance tickets available at eventbrite.com
restorehandsell.org
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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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Please take the time to send your community events to us at:
robinmarie@dorchesterchamber.org
Events can be submitted on our Public Submission Event Page
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306 High Street
Cambridge, MD 21613
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