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Dorchester Chamber of Commerce eNews & Events
October 30, 2025 - November 13, 2025
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Business After Hours/ Ribbon Cutting: Sailwinds Medical Group
November 6, 2025 - 5:30 - 7:30 p.m.
1000 Goodwill Avenue, Cambridge, MD
We invite you to join us as we welcome the Sailwinds Medical Group to the Cambridge business community. Come out to learn more about their tag line: "Your good health is our greatest achievement." The practice offers a wide variety of services including Primary Care, Mental Health, and Nutrition Therapy just to list a few; visit their website for a full listing of services: https://www.sailwindsmedical.com/services.html. The new Cambridge location, at 1000 Goodwill Avenue, is an expansion from their existing Salisbury location at 560 Riverside Drive. They are excited to have everyone come see their new offices and invite you to join them at the Business After Hours & Ribbon Cutting set for November 6th.
Click Here to Register
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Flags for Veterans Day
November 11, 2025 - 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
306 High Street, Cambridge, MD
In honor of Veterans Day, we invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable contributions of our Veterans. As a token of our gratitude, we are offering a complimentary 4"x6" United States flag to all who stop by (while supplies last). We believe in the power of connection and collaboration among local businesses and residents, and we encourage you to take part in this special tribute. Join us in honoring those who have bravely served our nation, and let’s come together to strengthen the bonds that make our community truly exceptional.
Veterans Day is for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. It coincides with holidays in several countries, including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which also occur on the anniversary of the end of World War I. Major hostilities of WWI were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. At the urging of major U.S. veteran organizations, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.
The first Armistice Day was held November 11, 1919 when President Woodrow Wilson issued a message to his countrymen in whih he expressed what he felt the day meant to Americans.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veterans_Day
https://news.va.gov/125629/the-history-of-veterans-day/
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Ribbon Cutting: Groove City Flea Market
November 14, 2025 - 12:00 p.m.
524 Race Street, Cambridge, MD
There's a brand-new place to shop in Downtown Cambridge - the Groove City Flea Market, with plenty of parking in the city parking lot right next door. Join us to celebrate a Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting with Francis on Friday, November 14 and get to see it for yourself. There is sure to be something for everyone with new and used merchandise among the vendors.
Click Here to Register
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Ribbon Cutting: Elijah's General Store
November 20, 2025 - 12:00 Noon
2702 Toddville Road, Toddville, MD
You're Invited to the Grand Opening Celebration of Elijah's General Store. They've been working hard to get things JUST RIGHT and now, on their First Year Anniversary, David Beverley and "Boss Man" Elijah, are ready to celebrate their Grand Opening with a Ribbon Cutting with you. This little, but well-stocked store in the South Dorchester town of Toddville has a bit of everything. It even has its own mural.
Taqueria Floritas food truck will be on hand for the event.
Click Here to Register
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Have your company noticed in the
2026 Dorchester Chamber of Commerce's
Business & Community Resource Directory
All our members are listed in the Directory, but will yours stand out? Display advertising is available in both color and black and white from one sixth page all the way up to a full page, even covers. These publications are not only available here in our office, but in locations throughout Dorchester County. They are full of great information.
Make sure the information we have for your company is up to date before we go to press.
Click Here to find out more about advertising
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Time to sign up to be a
2026 Chamber Corporate Sponsor
Your support as a Corporate Sponsor provides a known income source that allows the Chamber to plan out activities in advance to support its mission “To Advance Dorchester County by Educating, Promoting and Nurturing a Strong, Resilient Business Community." All while saving you money on Chamber activities.
Click Here to learn more and sign up
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December Chamber Business Lunch
2025 Maryland Legislative Session Preview
December 3, 2025 - 12:00 p.m.
Suicide Bridge Restaurant
6304 Suicide Bridge Road, Hurlock, MD
Join us for our annual Legislative Preview Business Lunch as our State legislative team lets us know what to expect in the 2026 Legislative Session in Annapolis. All four representatives for District 37 will be in attendance: Senator Johnny Mautz, Delegate Christopher Adams, Delegate Tom Hutchinson and Delegate Sheree Sample-Hughes.
This legislative session will be very active with several items that could have a large impact on local businesses. This is a good chance to learn first-hand what our delegation believes is important and what they will champion. If you have questions, you would like them to address, please send them to Bill@dorchesterchamber.org before November 26th.
Will be held at Suicide Bridge Restaurant
Please let us know of any special dietary needs in advance.
Register By 5 p.m. November 25th: Members: $25, Non-Members: $30.
As of November 26th: Members: $30, Non-Members $35
Registration can be made by clicking the REGISTER button, by emailing info@dorchesterchamber.org, or by calling 410-228-3575.
Advance Registration is Required.
Cancellations must be received by noon on the Monday prior to event to obtain a refund or avoid a charge, since the facility will charge the Chamber for your reservation. If cancellation is made the day of the meal, there will be a charge.
Click Here to Register
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Mid-Shore Council on Family Violence
Catherine Roper - Development Director
8626 Brooks Drive #102
Easton, MD 21601
Phone: (703) 966-7202
Email: croper@mscfv.org
Website: http://www.mscfv.org
Health & Medical
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:
“Competition has been shown to be useful up to a certain point and no further, but cooperation, which is the thing we must strive for today, begins where competition leaves off.”
-- Franklin D. Roosevelt
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All4Love Breaks Ground on Community Hub | |
While it may seem like just an ordinary warehouse on the outside, on the inside, is the newest community hub in Cambridge. One that’s geared towards helping the city’s young adults.
The Warehouse is going to be the new central location for the group All4Love, a Dorchester County based group that was originally founded in 2022. Executive Director, Lucas Thorpe called it a big day for the group as they broke ground.
Thorpe says, “From the jump, we always knew that this was our goal. We always wanted a facility like this ever since we launched. And our community needs it. Our young men need a space like this that they can claim as their own.”
The plan for the Warehouse is to turn it into a half-court basketball gym, classrooms, breakout spaces, and an office for All4Love.
“They know that they have an outlet when they get out of school. Even while they’re in school, they’re getting support from the mentors and the volunteers here. And they they depend on that,” says Maryland Delegate, Sheree Sample-Hughes.
All4Love has done a lot with very little in just a few years time. And the alumni who’ve been through All4Love since day one say they’re happy to see that the group will be able to be a community hub for so many more.
Read more on WMDT
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One Mission Cambridge Struggles On in the Face of Reduced Resources | |
One Mission Cambridge at 614 Race Street was lively when The Spy paid a visit on October 23. People were hanging out in the cafe area where macaroni & cheese and chicken nuggets were being served (the menu changes each week) while others queued up to shop for groceries in the adjoining room.
There has been an uptick in business since government services have been reduced, and the shadow of the government shutdown felt ominous as it threatens food benefits next month.
This organization, formed in June 2022 by a coalition of Christian churches and ministries, helps around 400 people monthly, and those people go home and feed their households. So, One Mission Cambridge really sees that almost 800 people get fed every month.
But that’s not all they do. The back wall of the cafe has job postings on it that visitors can then pursue with the computers and phones that are available. Community partners (such as New Day, New Start) help distribute lunch and other items and sign folks up for their programs. Physical and mental health professionals come in periodically to meet with patients and clients.
“And if people want to come in here as a heating or warming center, as a safe place, that’s what we’re about,” explained Director Krista Pettit. “It’s all about relationship building and getting to know our neighbors, everything that we do.”
Of course, the main draw to One Mission is the opportunity to shop for groceries. Anyone interested signs in with the volunteer staff and then steps over to the next room, where they can find bags, boxes, and carts. They then can select one of each item they need, including meat from the freezer. Pettit says it’s all “set up in an efficient and consistent and dignified manner.” Patrons are allowed to visit the “store” once per month.
Read more on the Cambridge Spy
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Next UM Shore Regional Health Safe Sitter® Course Set for November 8 | |
EASTON, Md. (October 23, 2025) – The next Safe Sitter® course, hosted by University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH), will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, November 8, at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown, 100 Brown St. UM SRH is a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System.
The course is taught by UM SRH Women and Children’s Department skilled nurses and is designed for children ages 11 to 13. The course will also be offered from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, January 24, 2026; March 14, 2026; June 20, 2026; and October 24, 2026, at UM Shore Medical Center at Easton, 219 South Washington St.; and from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, June 13, 2026, at UM Shore Medical Center at Chestertown.
The course is designed to prepare students to be safe when they are home alone, watching younger siblings or babysitting other children. The instructor-led class is taught using games and role-playing exercises so that students can practice rescue skills. Participants in the program can also expect to learn safety skills, including how to prevent unsafe situations and what to do when faced with dangers such as power failures or weather emergencies; child care skills, such as tips to manage behavior that will help sitters stay in control of themselves and the children in their care; first aid and rescue skills, including CPR and choking rescue; and life and business skills to help sitters screen potential childcare jobs, discuss fees and greet employers.
Read more HERE
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Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay is Honored with ConventionSouth’s Annual Readers’ Choice Award | |
Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Golf Resort, Spa and Marina, an award-winning waterfront destination nestled on 342 acres of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, is recognized among the Readers’ Choice Award winners by ConventionSouth, a national resource for planning events in the South. The resort is among 502 convention and visitor bureaus, meeting facilities, hotels, and unique venues located throughout the South to receive this year’s Readers’ Choice Award.
“We are honored to be recognized among the top meeting destinations by ConventionSouth magazine,” said Cari Ruppert, Director of Sales, Marketing and Events at Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay. “As the awards are voted on by industry professionals who plan meetings in the South, this award is a testament to the incredible experiences our team works to provide our guests on a daily basis.”
This is the fifth time Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay has received the prestigious recognition. Throughout the year, meeting professionals nominated the meeting sites they believe provide exemplary service for group events. The nominated sites are then compiled into an online ballot where meeting professionals and fans are asked to vote for the best of the best. More than 7,000 voters participated in this year’s award program.
Read more HERE
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MCE Women’s Business Center Announces Free November Webinars for Entrepreneurs | |
Salisbury, MD — The Maryland Capital Enterprises (MCE) Women’s Business Center (WBC) continues its 2025 No-Cost Monthly Webinar Series with three engaging and informative online sessions this November. These sessions are open to the public at no cost and are designed to help entrepreneurs and small business owners gain valuable insights, tools, and resources to strengthen and grow their businesses.
Participants can register for any or all sessions at https://marylandcapital.org/education/.
Resources for Veteran-Owned Businesses
Thursday, November 6, 2025 | Noon – 1 p.m. | Online
Hosted by the Baltimore Metropolitan & Maryland Capital Enterprises Women’s Business Centers—official SBA Resource Partners—this session will be presented by the SBA Baltimore District Office.
If you are a military veteran or military spouse currently running or looking to start a small business, join us to discover a variety of programs designed to help you succeed. Learn about free counseling and mentoring, financing programs, and government contracting assistance—all available to help you start or expand your small business.
Read more HERE
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Salvation Army Working to Distribute Exelon Grant | |
(CAMBRIDGE, Md) – The Salvation Army is teaming up with mid-shore counties to help people pay to keep the lights and heat on in their homes this winter.
In Cambridge, the organization is partnering with local Social Service Offices.
The efforts reach across five counties to provide money through the Exelon Grant Program.
One of the Majors at the Salvation Army in Cambridge says they’re trying to help look out for some of the more vulnerable members of the public trying to get by.
Read more on WMDT
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Cambridge Creek Bridge to Close for Maintenance | |
(CAMBRIDGE, Md) – If you frequently cross the Cambridge harbor – you might need to start planning an alternate route.
The Cambridge Creek Drawbridge is going to be closed to drivers from Monday, November third, through Friday November seventh.
The drawbridge is getting some repair work done on its concrete.
Marine and foot traffic is not expected to be impacted.
Read on WMDT
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TidalHealth October 30 Trunk or Treat event to relocate to the Salisbury Mall - Read more HERE
Several TidalHealth services named among America’s top performers in 2026 Healthgrades Star Report Vascular Service line holds ONLY distinction for consistent quality in America - Read more HERE
Atlantic General Health System offering prostate screenings on Nov. 6 - Read more HERE
TidalHealth unveils mobile mammography unit. Read more on WMDT
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Town of Hurlock election for Mayor and Councilmembers is coming up this
Saturday, November 1, 2025
Poles Open 8 am until 6 pm at Hurlock Elementary School
Candidates are:
- Mayor: Rev. Charles T. Cephas, Sr. & Council President Earl H. Murphy, Jr.
- Councilmember District 1: David Higgins (Unopposed)
- Councilmember District 2: Bonnie Franz & Mr. Zia Ashraf
- Councilmember at Large: Jeff Smith & Cheyenne Chase
Deadline to register to vote: October 14, 2025 - 4:00 p.m.
Click Here for full information
https://www.hurlock-md.gov/
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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October 30, 2025
8:30 a.m.
Business & Industry Breakfast at DCTC
Dorchester Career and technology Center, 2465 Cambridge Beltway, Cambridge, MD
Click Here to Register
November 6, 2025
5:30 p.m.
Business After Hours & Ribbon Cutting: Sailwinds Medical Group
1000 Goodwill Avenue, Cambridge, MD 21613
Click Here to Register
November 11, 2025
9 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Flags for Veterans Day
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce, 306 High Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
November 14, 2025
12:00 Noon
Ribbon Cutting: Groove City Flea Market
524 Race Street, Cambridge, MD
Click Here to Register
November 20, 2025
12:00 Noon
Ribbon Cutting: Elijah's General Store
2702 Toddville Road, Toddville, MD
Click Here to Register
November 28, 2025
5 p.m.
Directory Advertising and Corporate Sponsor Deadline
Dorchester Chamber of Commerce
306 High Street, Cambridge, MD 21613
robinmarie@dorchesterchamber.org
December 3, 2025
12:00 p.m.
Chamber Business Lunch - 2025 MD Legislative Preview
Suicide Bridge Restaurant, 6304 Suicide Bridge Road, Hurlock
Click Here to Register
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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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Wednesdays 2025
10:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m.
Cambridge - Story Time
Story Time is part "Color Our World" program for Kiddos at the Cambridge Library. Join us for songs, stories, crafts, and more!
More information on this and other events for both the Cambridge and Hurlock Branches of the Dorchester County Public Library at www.dorchesterlibrary.org
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Wednesdays, 2025
4:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Teen Anime Club
Anime Club every Wednesday for Teens* is part of the "Color Our World" program for Kidos at the Cambridge Library.
*Teen events are recommended for ages 12-18
More information on this and other events for both the Cambridge and Hurlock Branches of the Dorchester County Public Library at www.dorchesterlibrary.org
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Thursdays, 2025
7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
NA Meeting
Safe Harbor meets weekly on Thursday's except on state holiday's when the office is closed.
Dri-Dock Recovery & Wellness Center, 103 Maryland Avenue, Cambridge, MD
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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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Through - October, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Sail on Skipjack Nathan
Enjoy a two-hour sail aboard the Skipjack Nathan! We tell stories, learn about the history of Skipjacks, enjoy scenic views, and dredge for oysters. Each sail is unique depending on the wind, weather, captain, and crew.
We carry up to 20 passengers per trip and the boat leaves the dock promptly on schedule. Please arrive at Long Wharf in Cambridge, MD 15 minutes before your sail to complete check-in and preparation.
Schedule yours now: www.skipjack-nathan.org
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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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October 31, 2025
Halloween
Halloween
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October 31, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Halloween Trick-or-Treat @ Prodigal Creations
Come out and join Prodigal Creations of Cambridge for a fun interactive night of trick or treating. Our whole team will be there dressed up and ready to entertain you. Candy Friends and fun what could be better.
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October 31, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Halloween Observed
Dorchester County Council approved Halloween be observed by County residents on Friday, October 31, 2025 from 6-8 pm for children ages 12 and under. This policy will not supersede prescheduled times and dates wet by municipalities. Residents living outside town limits should follow the County policy set forth by the County Council, unless they intend on carrying their child(ren) into the town. Thank you.
The City of Cambridge will be observing Halloween on Friday, October 31st from 6-8 p.m.
The Town of Hurlock will be observing Halloween on Friday, October 31st from 6-8 p.m. for children ages 12 and under.
The Town of Vienna will be observing Halloween Trick-Or-Treating, October 31st from 5-7 p.m. Vienna Vol. Fire Co. Will be hosting their Annual Halloween Costume Party at 7pm on 10/31at the firehouse located at 301 Old Ocean Gateway. Come out and join us for lots of fun and you just might win a prize.
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October 31, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Dan the Man Karaoke - Halloween Night Edition
Come out for the Spooky Time and Sing Some Halloween Themed Songs or some fun songs to get in the fall mood.
We cannot wait to see everyone there! Come dressed in costume and receive 1 free drink!
Dan the Man Karaoke playing music at the Cambridge Moose Lodge 1211 from 6-10 pm.
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October 31, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Halloween Party & Karaoke w/Robert Helgeson @ Hurlock Legion
Get dressed up and Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes! It's a Halloween Party with karaoke at the Hurlock American Legion Post 243 with Robert Helgeson from 6:30 - 10:30 pm. Just bring your voice and your friends!
Come early with an appetite and have dinner from 5-7 pm
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October 31, 2025
8:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Adult Halloween Party
Come out for a Spooky and Fun Time at the Cambridge Moose Lodge 1211 We will have a Costume Contest, Games, Prizes and Food.
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November 1, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Election: Town of Hurlock
The Town of Hurlock is holding elections for Councilmembers from 8 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Hurlock Elementary School
Offices open:
- Mayor
- Councilmember at Large
- Councilmember District 1
- Councilmember District 2
Candidate filing deadline: October 6, 2025 - 4:00 p.m.
- Candidate qualifications:Must have resided in town for 1 year prior
- Must be at least 25 years old
- Must reside within the district they run for
- Must be a registered voter
Deadline to register to vote: October 14, 2025 - 4:00 p.m.
For more information, contact the Hurlock Town Office at 410-943-4181
Current Candidates:
- Mayor:Mayor Rev. Charles Cephas
- Council President Earl Murphy
- Councilmember at Large:Jeff Smith
- Cheyenne Chase
- District 1:Councilmember David Higgins
- District 2:Councilmember Bonnie Franz
- Mr. Zia Ashraf
www.hurlock-md.gov
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November 1, 8, 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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November 1, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Neck District VFC Auction
The Annual Neck District Volunteer Fire Company's Auction
The kitchen will be serving breakfast starting at 8am with breakfast sandwiches and will change over to lunch about 11:30 or so with hot sandwiches and soups. We always appreciate dessert donations and those can be dropped off any time Friday.
The ever-entertaining Buddy Foxwell will begin the bidding at 10am
Come on out and support your local volunteer fire company. It is tradition in the Neck District to buy items that you don't really need, hold them for a year or two, then donate them back. It is truly a ritual in the Neck District!
Look forward to: Boats, Kayaks, tools, appliances, lawn equipment, lawn furniture, housewares, knick-knacks, and so much more!
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November 1, 2025
1:00 - 5:00 p.m.
Touch a Truck and Hometown Heroes Event
Community support is so important but so is giving back to the community through showing appreciation to our hometown heroes!
Join Cambridge Tractor Supply for their "Touch a Truck and Hometown Heroes Appreciation Day"
We have a lot of local heroes here in Dorchester County! It is time they are noticed.
Calling all Vendors (and Local People) come on out and join in to show he heroes your support.
For food truck and other vendor signups, please see ASM Meghan.
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November 1, 2025
6:00 - 9:00 p.m.
Halloween After Party
We know how much everyone has been enjoying ALL of the live music this year, in Downtown Cambridge. So … in addition to our FINAL Second Saturday concert of the year, on November 8, featuring KENTAVIUS JONES MUSIC, we are adding ONE MORE opportunity for live music, in November.
Join us at RAR Brewing for a HALLOWEEN AFTER PARTY, on Saturday, November 1, featuring live music by The Solitude Road Band. Take that costume for one more spin before packing it away or don’t … either way, we hope to see you there!
Cambridge Main Street/ Downtown Cambridge
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November 1, 2025
7:00 - 10:00 p.m.
Cambridge Elks Halloween Bash!
Ok, the kids had their fun last night... it's time for the ADULTS TO PARTY!!!! Cambridge Elks is where the mayhem will commence... so LET'S GO!!! Turning Point Band will be providing the tunes!
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November 1, 2025
8:00 - 11:00 p.m.
Halloween Dance with Turning Point
Halloween Dance with Turning Point Music at the Cambridge Elks Lodge #1272
Costume contest at 9. If you wish to reserve a table of 6 or more, please message Kim Harrison or call 410-200-8985
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November 2, 2025
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Daylight Savings Time Ends
Fall Back
Set your clocks back one hour and also change the batteries in your smoke detectors.
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November 2, 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 Terry Allen
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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November 4, 11, 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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November 6, 2025
8:15 a.m. - 2:45 p.m.
Navigating Seasons of Change
We are thrilled to continue our Coastal Caregiver Academy Free Education with our first live Virtual Conference, “Navigating Seasons of Change: Compassionate Care Through Every Transition.
Thursday | November 6, 2025
Full-day attendance is required to obtain 5.5 Continuing Education Credits for physicians, nurses, and social workers. This is also open to all community members who wish to learn and grow alongside us.
Virtual Doors Open: 8:15 AM
Conference Begins: 8:30 AM
Conference Ends: 2:45 PM
Conference Topics & Speakers (in order)
Rev. Carla Cheatham, MA, MDiv, PhD, TRT
Caring for the Caregiver: Mindfulness as Resilience & Self-Care
Lyndsey Hogue, DNP, MHA, CRNP, FNP-BC
Palliative Care vs Hospice Care
Nicole Long, MA, MDiv, CYT
Grief in the Time of Technology
Joan Carpenter, PhD, CRNP, ACHPN
Serious Illness Conversations: Your Approach Matters
Tracey D. Gladmon, LCSW-C
Ethical Decision Making at the End-of-Life
Coastal Caregiver Academy focuses on bringing timely and relevant clinical education to clinicians and healthcare workers, as well as vital information in support of patients and their families. The goal for each topic is to share a wealth of information that our experts at Coastal Hospice have accumulated during 45 Years of caring for our communities.
Presented by Coastal Caregiver Academy in partnership with TidalHealth.
Coastal Caregiver Academy Virtual Conference - Coastal Hospice
Registration: Webinar Registration - Zoom
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November 6, 2025
4:30 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
WSW 3rd Holiday Bingo
WSW's Holiday Bingo will be held at the Willards Lions Club on Thursday, November 6, 2025. Doors will open at 4:30 PM, and games will begin at 6:00. Prizes will include cash games, trips, and extravagant holiday themed baskets. Other activities include a refreshment sale, 50/50 raffle, and two special games. No one under the age of 18 will be admitted and no outside food is allowed. Advance tickets $35.00 If available, tickets on November 6th until 10:00am may be purchased for $40 by calling WSW. If we are not sold out, tickets may be available at the door for $40. Holiday Bingo Ticket - On or Before Nov. 5th This ticket price is available until Wednesday, November 5th at Noon Holiday Bingo Ticket - After Nov 5th at 12:00pm Ticket price on 11/5 is $35 and on 11/6 its $40. Tickets can be purchased by calling the WSW office from 11/5 at 12:00pm till 11/6 at 10:00am WSW office number is (410) 548-7880 https://womensupportingwomen.harnessgiving.org/events/3273
Willards Lions Club 36393 Hearn Street Willards, MD 21874
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November 6, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Truth Revealed
Join Baywater Women's Clinic for their Annual Fundraising Banquet "Through Gods Lens: Truth Revealed" with Dr. Susan Bane "Dr. Pink Glasses" as speaker.
Where there is no vision, my people perish. ~ Proverbs 29:18
Meet Dr. Susan Bane "Dr. PingGlasses" -a Board-certified OB/GY, pro-life leader, and founder of PinkGlasses consulting. From Capital Hill to national conferences, she inspires audiences with her life-affirming message on women's health, motherhood and truth.
Limited space! Reserve your table now! Call today - 410-822-1869 or email staff@baywaterwomens.com
www.baywaterwomens.com
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November 7, 2025
1:00 p.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Storm Water and Tidal Flooding Issues in Dorchester County
Personnel from the Maryland Department of Natural Resources will present on this critical topic that impacts all who live and/or work in Dorchester County, Maryland! All are welcome to attend this event at The Cambridge Woman's Club.
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November 7, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 9:30 p.m.
Toast & Toasted
S'mores and wine pairing with live music from Union Road! Roast marshmallows over our fire pits. Bring a chair and blanket if it's chilly!
Sorry, no guests under 21 permitted.
*Ticket includes 4 different wines paired with a 4 unique types of s'mores. No need to bring your own s'mores supplies! We have all of the toasting sticks and supplies needed!
laytonschance.com
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November 7, 2025
6:30 p.m. - 10:30 p.m.
Karaoke w/Warren Adams @ Hurlock Legion
Get ready to belt out your favorite tunes! Join in the fun for karaoke at the Hurlock American Legion Post 243 with Warren Adams from 6:30 - 10:30 pm. Just bring your voice and your friends!
Come early with an appetite and have Drunken Beef for dinner from 5-7 pm
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November 8, 2025
8:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Countryside's Annual Harvest Fair
Stop in the Linkwood-Salem Volunteer Fire Company and grab some breakfast or lunch! We will be serving Scrapple sandwiches and Ham biscuits for breakfast THEN for lunch our awesome Oyster sandwiches, homemade soups (Chili, Bean or Crab) and hot dogs (Eat in or Take out). After you fill your belly you can swing by our baked goods table for desserts. Don't forget to take a stroll around the BARGAIN indoor yard sale. Hope to see you there. All to benefit the Countryside Christian Church & School.
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November 8, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
Second Saturday Book Sale '24
The Friends of the Dorchester County Public Library hold a used book sale on the Second Saturday of each month from 9 am to 1 pm. Lots and lots of books of many genres for all ages. Books are one dollar for paperbacks, two dollars for hardbacks. All proceeds support activities and collection building at our Libraries.
The Library is located at 303 Gay Street, and the Book Cellar is on the first floor.
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November 8, 2025
10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.
Taste of Thanksgiving Weekend
Thanksgiving is QUICKLY approaching...t’s time to sample, sip, & celebrate with a few of our FAVORITE Emily’s Produce Thanksgiving classics!!
Join us at the market for a festive couple of days where you can sample some of the items you’ll see on our Thanksgiving menu, stock up on a few seasonal staples before the big Turkey Day, and place your Thanksgiving order before the deadline on November 10th!!
It’ll be a wonderful day filled with the sights, smells, & tastes of Thanksgiving and we can’t wait to see you there
Ready to fill out your Thanksgiving order now?? Head to www.emilysproduceorders.com
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November 8, 2025
11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Handsell Groundbreaking & Open House
The Nanticoke Historic Preservation Alliance invites you to Handsell, for a ground-breaking ceremony at 11 a.m. and then to stay for the Handsell Autumn Open House from 11 am - 3 pm featuring colonial woodworking, spinning, Native demos and music by David Cole on the banjitar..
Free and open to the public.
Also a special day for Salisbury University campus, faculty, students and alumni!
Come visit and learn about Handsell, past and future!
www.restorehandsell.org
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November 8, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 6:00 p.m.
Country Moose Outdoors 2025
This year is our best yet!!
Open to the Public!!
We have Local artists including Bobby Reed, Colby Sard, Makayla, and Danny Biskach playing from 12-6 and concluding our event will be Golden Touch from 7-11pm!
Tickets are only $5 each!
We will have Food, Drinks, Raffles, Silent and Live Auctions, as well as Plenty of Music and Entertainment!
This event will benefit Baywater Animal Rescue, Dorchester County K-9 Unit, Mooseheart, Moosehaven and our Building Renovation Fund.
facebook.com/events/595025877010597
facebook.com/cambridgemoose
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November 8, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Veteran Claim Clinic & Resource Fair
This Fourth Annual Veteran Claim Clinic & Resource Fair will be held at the Cambridge Elks Lodge #1272.
Department of Veterans Affairs Representatives will be available to:
- File or follow-up on VA disability claim
- Discuss VA health care benefits and services
- Survivor benefits
- Discuss Vet Center counseling
- Provide information on Veteran burial benefits
Those filing for Veterans Affairs benefits for the first time should bring their (or their spouses) military discharge paperwork (DD-214), pertinent medical and personnel records (if available) and a photo ID.
Door prizes and buffet lunch provided. Children's activities.
Appointments with VA disability claim specialists are limited. To register, please call Eva 443-205-3694 or Donna at 321-626-5202.
https://www.labor.maryland.gov/
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November 8, 2025
2:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Believe in Us: A Fall Gathering
You’re invited to an afternoon of community, connection, and celebration at Believe In Us: A Fall Gathering, hosted by the Dorchester Education Foundation.
Enjoy light hors d’oeuvres, a complimentary drink, and a silent auction featuring local getaways — all while supporting innovation and opportunity across Dorchester County Public Schools.
We’ll also celebrate our 2025 Distinguished Alumni Honorees, hear from local educators through our “Fund A Need” initiative, and close the afternoon with an exciting announcement!
Tickets are $75 and available now: https://docoeducationfoundation.brownpapertickets.com
We hope you’ll join us as we celebrate what’s possible when our community believes in its students, teachers, and schools.
Warm regards,
Dorchester Education Foundation
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November 8, 2025
3:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Second Saturdays on Main
Join us for Cambridge Main Street/ Downtown Cambridge Second Saturday, Featuring enhanced outdoor dining, shopping, gallery walks, kids activities and LIVE MUSIC by Kentavius Jones Band.
The Second Saturday Concert is from 6-9 pm
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November 8, 2025
5:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.
Grocery Bingo @ Church Creek VFC
Come Enjoy Bingo at the Church Creek Volunteer Fire Company!!!
Packs of 18 Games are $10, Additional pks are $5
Specials Games: $2 a sheet or 3 for $5 / Kid packs are $5
(Kids win a kid prize off their cards )
Doors open at 5pm / Game Starts at 6pm
Food, Drinks and Desserts will be available for purchase!
Hope to see everyone!
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November 8, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Bar Bingo @ Hurlock Legion
Come enjoy a game of bingo in the bar lounge at the Hurlock American Legion Post 243 410-943-8205
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November 9, 2025
12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Designer Purse Bingo
Fall fundraiser for the Kitty Kat Kottage rescue!!
Family volunteers rescuing local and feral cats and kittens providing them with health care and finding wonderful homes!!
We, their supporters are holding a bingo fundraiser to help offset cost of food, housing, and health care!!
Doors open at 12 - Bingo starts at 2
Reserve to pay $30 at the door!
Food, Drinks and Bake Sale will be available by the Cambridge Elks Lodge
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November 10, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.
2nd Annual Veterans' Day Career and Resource Club
In recognition of Veterans’ Day, Maryland’s Department of Labor in cooperation with Chesapeake College will be hosting an informational career resource event for Veterans,Veteran Spouses, and Veteran Caregivers. Workforce professionals, employers, and resource providers will provide information on programs and careers available to the Veteran community.
- FREE event open to Veterans, Veteran spouses, Veteran Caregivers and members of the public and business community interested in the development of Veteran employment.
- Several employers will be in attendance specifically to speak with Veterans.
- Learn about Veteran employment services provided bythe State of Maryland.
- Discover training programs and funding available to Veterans.
- Connect with providers of Supportive Services and Resources for Veterans.
- Network with other Veterans and supporters of Veteran advocacy.
Lite Fare Provided
WHEN: November 10, 2025, 9am – 10:30am
WHERE: Chesapeake College, Wye Mills, MD – Economic Development Center, Room 27.
Registration not required but encouraged to optimize your experience.
For more information, contact Brian Carmean at brian.carmean@maryland.gov or 443-401-6100
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November 10, 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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November 10, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Cambridge City Council Meeting 2025
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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November 10, 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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November 11, 2025
Veteran's Day
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November 11, 2025
9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Flags for Veteran's Day
In honor of Veterans Day, we invite you to join us in celebrating the remarkable contributions of our Veterans. As a token of our gratitude, we are offering a complimentary 4"x6" United States flag to all who stop by our office at 306 High Street, Cambridge, MD (while supplies last). We believe in the power of connection and collaboration among local businesses and residents, and we encourage you to take part in this special tribute. Join us in honoring those who have bravely served our nation, and let’s come together to strengthen the bonds that make our community truly exceptional.
Veterans Day is for honoring military veterans of the United States Armed Forces. It coincides with holidays in several countries, including Armistice Day and Remembrance Day, which also occur on the anniversary of the end of World War I. Major hostilities of WWI were formally ended at the 11th hour of the 11th day of the 11th month of 1918 when the Armistice with Germany went into effect. At the urging of major U.S. veteran organizations, Armistice Day was renamed Veterans Day in 1954.
The first Armistice Day was held November 11, 1919 when President Woodrow Wilson issued a message to his countrymen in while h he expressed what he felt the day meant to Americans.
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Veterans_Day
https://news.va.gov/125629/the-history-of-veterans-day/
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November 11, 2025
1:00 p.m.
Honoring East New Market Veterans
Please join the Town of East New Market's first annual ceremony for Veterans Day. Mr. Chuck Zimmerman, a resident of our town and a Veteran, will place the wreath at the foot of our American flag pole at Friendship Park at 1 pm and the Mayor will read a Veterans prayer.
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November 11, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:00 p.m.
Credit Repair (Webinar)
Building on the money mindset work from last month, this session will arm you with practical tools and strategies for improving and maintaining healthy credit-unlocking access to better financing, growth opportunities, and long-term wealth building.
Key Takeaways:
- Understand credit fundamentals
- Step-by-Step Strategies
- Re-establish strong credit habits
- Plan for credit-as asset positioning
Why this matters:
Beyond boosting scores, Lyndsae’s method, rooted in building generational wealth and access, empowers participants to reclaim credit as a vehicle for opportunity: expanding businesses, investing, acquiring assets and solidifying financial freedom.
Presenter: Lyndsae Peele, CEO Kingdom Vision Consulting
Everyone is welcome! A link to the webinar will be sent to you after you register below.
Click Here to Register
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November 11, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
Shrimp Night at the Moose
Enjoy a dinner of Steamed or Fried Shrimp and two sides plus camaraderie with the folks at the Cambridge Moose Lodge for just $12.00.
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November 11, 2025
6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Town of East New Market Council Meeting
The Town of East New Market Town Meetings are held the second Tuesday of each month at 7 pm at Town Hall; 101 Main Street, East New Market, MD 21631. The town members are welcomed to attend.
Working Sessions are the second and fourth Tuesdays of each month beginning at 5:30 pm at Town Hall. Town Citizens are encouraged to attend - questions and comments are held until the town meeting.
Town of East New Market on Facebook
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November 12, 2025
4:30 p.m. - 6:30 p.m.
Neck District Dinner Club
The Neck District Dinner Club is held once monthly at the Neck District Volunteer Fire Department as a fundraiser for the NDVFC. Everyone is welcome to come out and support our volunteers.
Dinner club offers a meal for only $13. Meals could be different each month, check their Facebook page.
While they offer a bottle of water with each meal, soda is extra, or you are welcome to bring your own beverage of choice. Desserts by donation. The dining room is open to all and you are welcome to hang out with friends and neighbors.
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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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