TILGHMAN ISLAND SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
June 25, 2011
TILGHMAN ISLAND....Many families return for both Tilghman day and the Summer Seafood Festival year after year to take advantage of the Seafood available. Oyster shuckingcontest, Crab Picking, Auction....Boat Docking Contest - Always a favorite - never disappointing. Into the slip - stern first and a line around the piling in less than 20 seconds.
Another favorite part of the event is the Vendors in the Park – including local artisans, Phillip’s Wharf maritime van and Balsamic Vinegar tasting. Music provided by 'Bird Dog Wheeler and the Road Kings' Well known local musicians and song writers.
· All exhibits open at 11:00 AM
· 11:00 AM The Row Boat Race begins at Dogwood Harbor followed by the Jigger Throw contest
· 12:00 Noon Boat Docking contest begins in Dogwood Harbor
· At 2:00 PM Work Boat races off Avalon Island
· The Crab picking contest is held in Kronsberg park at 3:45 PM
· The Parade starts at 5:00 pm
Nature and Environment
Nature lovers often just look out their windows to spot heron and osprey, geese, deer, foxes, and other creatures that city-dwellers never see. Just a drive or bike ride down the road usually gets you away from the haunt of human habitation. To commune even more closely with nature, visit Pickering Creek an Audubon Center near Easton, with 400 acres of forests and wetlands, offering shelter to foxes, deer, and river otters. Also visit The Phillips Wharf Environmental Center, located at 21606 Chicken Point Road, on Tilghman Island. Through this Environmental Center we can learn about the care and stewardship of the Chesapeake Bay. The center offers ecology cruises and hands-on learning experiences for local residents and visitors alike.The Talbot County Bird Club has regular Sunday morning field trips to birding hot spots. Or rent a kayak and meander in the marshes on a private adventure with a few friends.
EASTON.... FIRST FRIDAY EVENT
· 5 to 9 pm
The locals go all out with incomparable Eastern Shore hospitality. Stroll the brick paved walks to browse an abundance of art galleries, antique and specialty shops and award-winning restaurants - all nestled among vintage Federal-style buildings. Enjoy live music or an outdoor concert before relaxing at one of the town's charming inns. Many art and antiques venues, with styles spanning from classical to contemporary, welcome you with open doors at this delightful monthly event.
14TH ANNUAL CRAFT SHOW
October 21, 22, & 23rd 2011
EASTON....Academy Art Museum
This annual event offers attendees a first look at the more than 4,000 finely-crafted items by more than 60 national artists. In addition, guests will receive a 10% discount on purchases that evening from many of the artists. Now in its 13th year, the show is a perfect venue for those in search of unusual, hand-made and unique decorative home accessories, furniture and wearable art items.
The event will feature a supper by PeachBlossoms catering paired with special wines from the bounty of the fall season, hors d’oeuvres and open bar. Served in the Harvest Tent, the party will have two seatings, one at 6:30 p.m. and one at 8 p.m. The Preview Party ticket allows unlimited re-entry to the show on Saturday and Sunday. The ticket price for the evening is $100 per person. There will also be complimentary gift wrapping for all Friday purchases.
TILGHMAN ISLAND DAY
October 15, 2011
TILGHMAN ISLAND....Many families return for both Tilghman day and the Summer Seafood Festival year after year to take advantage of the Seafood available. Oyster shuckingcontest, Crab Picking, Auction....Boat Docking Contest - Always a favorite - never disappointing. Into the slip - stern first and a line around the piling in less than 20 seconds.
Another favorite event is the annual Fire Company Auction, All proceeds from this event go to support the Tilghman Volunteer Fire Co. This is a major fund raiser. There is a Silent auction during the early afternoon Followed by the live auction in the evening
Another favorite part of the day is the Vendors in the Park – including local artisans, Phillip’s Wharf maritime van and Balsamic Vinegar tasting. Music provided by 'Bird Dog Wheeler and the Road Kings' Well known local musicians and song writers.
· All exhibits open at 10:30
· 11:00 AM Silent Auction begins Kronsberg Park, and continues all day
· 11:00 AM The Row Boat Race begins at Dogwood Harbor followed by the Jigger Throw contest
· 12:00 Noon Boat Docking contest begins in Dogwood Harbor
· At 2:00 PM Work Boat races off Avalon Island
· The Crab picking contest is held in Kronsberg park at 3:45 PM
· The Live Auction starts at 4:30 pm
2011 WATERFOWL FESTIVAL, NOVEMBER 11 - 13
November 11, 2011
EASTON....Waterfowl Festival - A Wildlife Art & Sportsman’s Expo.
The ultimate weekend for the sophisticated sportsman or art lover.Venues throughout Easton feature world-class wildlife paintings, sculpture, carvings and photos. Collectible decoys, sporting gear and adventures to delight every outdoorsman. A wine tasting pavilion not to be missed. Also scheduled are World Championship Calling Contests, decoy auctions, shooting, retriever and fly-fishing demonstrations, a sporting clays tournament, kid’s activities and evening concerts. 18,000 visitors mingle with 400 of the nation’s finest wildlife artists, craftsmen and vendors. A festive atmosphere topped by great food and music make this event a must each November. Free parking and shuttle service.
For more information: http://www.tourtalbot.org/
FIRST NIGHT TALBOT 2011
December 31, 2011
EASTON....First Night gets a little bigger every year. Downtown is full of fun things to do for adults and children. Bring the whole family back to the Avalon for dancing and the Countdown to Midnight.
· 6pm - midnight / Admission by First Night Button.
More Information and Events: http://www.tourtalbot.org/events
