The Accomack Education Association will host a Meet & Greet with the candidates for the Accomack County School Board in the auditorium of Nandua High School on Monday, August 26th, 2019 at 6:00 pm. Even those members who are not in a contested election will be invited.  The purpose of the forum is to hear […]

Medicare 101. You are invited to a FREE Medicare Educational Seminar. Bring a friend – please RSVP today. Tuesday, August 27 – Two seminar locations: Accomac Farm Bureau Seminar 1PM-3PM Northampton Farm Bureau Seminar 6:00PM-7:30PM Accomac County Farm Bureau, 23157 Front St., Accomac, VA RSVP: 757-787-4208 Northampton County Farm Bureau, 15527 Lankford Hwy., Eastville, VA […]

Medicare 101. You are invited to a FREE Medicare Educational Seminar. Bring a friend – please RSVP today. Tuesday, August 27 Northampton Farm Bureau Seminar 6:00PM-7:30PM Northampton County Farm Bureau, 15527 Lankford Hwy., Eastville, VA RSVP: 757-678-5158

*FREE Goodie Bag to the First 50 RSVP’s 7:30-8:30am: Health Screenings (fasting will be required for blood work) 8:30-10:30am Display Board Competition to explain our services FREE Flu Shot Clinic (limited supply) Assistance with signing up for MyChart (light refreshments will be available at this time) 10:30-12noon: Healthy Food Demo -Kelly Honeycutt, Registered Dietitian 12-1pm: […]

Interested in gardening and becoming a volunteer educator? Eastern Shore of Virginia Master Gardeners (ESVMG) will hold a free seminar regarding their upcoming training class at 10 a.m. on September 23, at Eastern Shore Agricultural Research & Extension Center (AREC), 33446 Research Drive, in Painter. ESVMG activities are sponsored by Virginia Cooperative Extension and the […]

Wednesday,  August 28 • 4 pm • Pocomoke Branch Join us as we transform our meeting room into a life sized version of this classic game! Fun for the whole family.

August 30, 10:00am - 2:00pm the United Methodist Men is having a Holiday Chicken Fundraiser. Each meal includes 1/4 grilled chicken (choice of light or dark meat), baked beans, coleslaw, and a roll. Tickets are $8.00 each, and can be purchased in the Fellowship Hall each Sunday following Worship. Delivery is available for 10 or more […]

Chicken Salad Platter/Chicken Salad by the Pint Oak Grove UMC, 30053 Seaside Rd. Melfa Friday, August 30, 2019 from 4:30-6:30 PM Platter-Chicken salad, sides, dessert, and tea or coffee. $8.00 Pint-$8.00 Eat in or carry out. To place early orders or for questions, call: 710-4920 or 787-1508. A portion of the proceeds will be donated […]

Complimentary refreshments and cash bar. Family friendly. Jump start your weekend with a warm welcome, live entertainment and a glass of wine. Gather with friends or make new ones! Bluegrass, flatfooting, open mic, classical music, comedy, poetry and more!

The Chincoteague Island Library is once again holding the Annual Labor Day Weekend Yard Sale on Saturday August 31 from 8:00 AM – 2 PM and again on Monday, September 2 from 8:00 AM until noon. There will be items of all types!  Tools, household goods, collectables, books, furniture, jewelry, puzzles, bedding, and so much more.  Some […]

Next to school bus garage in Eastville 11 a.m.- 3 p.m. or until gone. Pork BBQ Platter: BBQ Sandwich, coleslaw, baked beans and drink $8 Hamnurger/Cheeseburger or Hotdog with chips and drink $5 BBQ available by the quart $10

Saturday, August 3 - Jeremy Lasley and the Lastones The Official Album Release Party 6:00pm Free Event This Labor Day weekend, come celebrate the release of their second CD, “Where the Heart Keeps Even Time.” There will be a cash bar and eats available from Gordo’s food truck. 305 Mason Avenue, Cape Charles, VA 23310 […]

Harbor for the Arts Summer Festival Concerts 7PM in Central Park, Cape Charles FREE, Family Friendly concerts in charming Cape Charles on Virginia's Eastern Shore! Bring lawn chairs or blankets and enjoy! Go to www.hfa-festival for more information"   This is our schedule: August 31   SCHOONER OR LATER

Free Event Our fall exhibit beautifully reflects the notion that “Great art picks up where nature leaves off.” This autumn we will feature gold and silver jewelry inspired by the sea, crafted by artisan and metalsmith Michelle Clark of Clark & Clark, LLC. Also enjoy new work from resident artists Thelma Peterson, Clelia Sheppard, and Bethany […]

The Chincoteague Island Library is once again holding the Annual Labor Day Weekend Yard Sale on Saturday August 31 from 8:00 AM – 2 PM and again on Monday, September 2 from 8:00 AM until noon. There will be items of all types!  Tools, household goods, collectables, books, furniture, jewelry, puzzles, bedding, and so much more.  Some […]

Tuesday, September 3 • 5 pm • Pocomoke Branch A class for stretching and relaxation based on yoga and qigong

The Onancock Town Council & the Onancock Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee will hold a Joint Work Session meeting at 7:00 p.m. September 3, 2019.  The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA  23417.

Thursday, September 5 • 2 pm • Pocomoke Branch Join us each month for a lively book discussion facilitated by Cynthia Hanagud and Gail Samis of Salisbury University. Copies of books are available in advance at the Pocomoke Branch.

6-8pm Free Event Bring the whole family for a romping good time as Bill McLoughlin instructs us in the art of flatfoot dancing. "The music just goes in your ear, down through your soul, and comes out through your feet.’’ Complimentary Refreshments. Cash bar.

6-8pm Free Event If you’ve got a talent to showcase, we’ve got a microphone, stage, and a receptive audience ready to cheer you on! Complimentary Refreshments. Cash bar.

6-8pm Free Event Musician Christine Havrilla is back to wow you with her musical innovation and heartfelt lyrics. Christine is known for bringing her “well-built, catchy, smart tunes” (Upstage Magazine). You don’t want to miss this self-taught talent! Complimentary Refreshments. Cash bar.

Music on the Lawn featuring Nature's Child 5 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 6 Ker Place, 69 Market St., Onancock Admission is FREE.   Bring your lawn chair and unwind from the work week and the craziness of the first days back to school to the reggae rhythms of Nature's Child. Children are welcome. Mount Nebo Meats will be […]

Oil spill federal and state representatives and technical specialists will be present to share information and answer your questions about key oil spill response issues. First time ever on the Eastern Shore, Sept. 10th is the first of a four-day, full-scale oil spill exercise program to prepare for possible marine oil spills which could impact sensitive […]

Tuesday September 10 • 5 pm • Pocomoke Branch A class for stretching and relaxation based on yoga and qigong

The American Legion, Post 56 in Cheriton holds its monthly meeting at 6:30 on the 2nd Tuesday of each month.  Is it possible to have this placed in the calendar section of the newspaper? Regular Operating Hours are 5 - 9:30 pm Sunday - Thurs / 5  - Midnight Fri & Sat. The post is […]

EASTERN SHORE BIRD CLUB PRESENTS “Gardening for Birds and Butterflies” TUESDAY: September 10, 2019, beginning at 7:30 pm TOPIC: Learn how to improve your property for a diversity of birds and other wildlife. GUEST SPEAKERS: Bob Schamerhorn, National Award-Winning Nature Photographer, iPhotoBirds.com LOCATION: Commonwealth Senior Living at Eastern Shore, formerly known as The Hermitage, 23610 North […]

Thursday, September 12 • 2 pm • Pocomoke Branch Everyone has a natural, legal right to water that is swimmable, fishable, drinkable.  The Coastkeeper is a voice for the water.  Kathy Phillips, your current Assateague Coastkeeper, is an on-the-water advocate who protects the Maryland and Northern Virginia Eastern Shore coastal bays, standing up to polluters; granting […]

When: September 12, 8pm. Location: Roseland Theater Tickets: $8/$25 for a season pass. Title:  Wild Rose (2019) Country/Language: UK, English In a Scottish film, we meet Rose-Lynn who is fresh out of a year in jail due to a narcotics possession. This 23-years old working-class girl from Glasgow was born in the wrong place and […]

Dear friend of Camp Occohannock, Can you believe our beloved camp is 60 years old?! Over the past 60 years, thousands of people have participated in summer camp, Emmaus and other retreats, family gatherings, weddings and more on those sacred acres of ground purchased by the United Methodist Church in 1958. The first campers arrived […]

Eastern Shore Birding and Wildlife Programs, Inc. Receives Virginia Tourism Corporation Grant for Tourism Marketing Governor Ralph Northam announced that Eastern Shore Birding and Wildlife Programs, Inc. received $2,700 from the Virginia Tourism Corporation (VTC) Marketing Leverage Grant Fund program. In total, VTC awarded more than $965,000 for 44 tourism marketing projects across the state […]

All you can eat! CCBC's Award-Winning Chowder, BBQ, Mac and cheese, and coleslaw. Purchase tickets from the Cape Charles Brewing Company or eventbrite.com $40/ticket in advance or $50/day of event.

The Chincoteague Cultural Alliance hosts its 16th Annual Plein Air Art Show on Saturday, September 14, from 6-9 pm at the Chincoteague Center, 6155 Community Drive. “Plein Air” means painting or drawing outdoors, capturing the scene before the light changes.  More than 50 artists, many nationally known, have been working on Chincoteague and Assateague throughout the week, creating […]

Rev. Richard Holland Pastor of the Jerusalem Baptist Church, 10011 Jerusalem RD, Temperanceville, VA invites you to attend on Sunday, September 15 WOMEN’s DAY service, speakers: 9am Lady Carol Holland, Jerusalem Baptist Church and 3pm Lady Tiffany Smith, Anointed Word of Deliverance COGIC. The public is cordially invited to attend.  For further information call 757-824-0178.

The Girl Scouts will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month, 6:00pm - 7:30pm.  Contact Joy Phillips for more information.

The  September meeting will take place at 1:00 p.m. on Tuesday, September 17, 2019.  The meeting will be held at the Central library, 23610 Front Street, Accomac, Virginia.

Tuesday September 17 • 5 pm • Pocomoke Branch A class for stretching and relaxation based on yoga and qigong

Art League meeting featuring Laura McGowan, oil painter and teacher, Historic Onancock School. Light refreshments. Open to the public, bring a friend and come early to socialize.

High school students are invited to attend a Free Pre-College Awareness and Planning Program Nandua High School - Lunch Included Walker Sports Group College Awareness and Planning Workshop Series is designed to inform students and families about the necessary steps to prepare for a post-secondary, the application/admission process, financial and planning and what to expect […]

Wednesday September 18 • 7 pm—8:30 pm • Pocomoke Branch Do you sing, rap, write poetry or play an instrument? Join local Poet Sharnell “Sista Big” Tull for a fantastic night of live music and poetry.  Performer sign-ups are first come, first served.  For ages 16 & older.

The Woman's Club of Accomack County will be holding a candidate's forum on Thursday, September 19 at 1:00 pm at the Carrie Watson Clubhouse on Richmond Avenue in Onley. To date the following candidates will be in attendance: Connie Burford and Janet Turner, School Board; Elizabeth Lankford, Senate; Phillip Hernandez, Delegate; James Lilliston and Brandy […]

Thursday, September 19 • 2 pm • Pocomoke Branch Learn valuable tips on how to prepare yourself and your family for a short term disaster.

The Chincoteague Island Arts Organization is hosting two outstanding events this weekend in the Island Theatre Annex. On Friday, September 20th at 7 p.m., musicians and authors Rod Picott, Shari Smith and Radney Foster will perform their music and read selected passages from their books. Picott is an author and singer-songwriter whose work incorporates elements […]

A struggle between corruption and virtue. Slander. Deception. Add hypocrisy and abuse of power and you have Shakespeare’s political tragicomedy, “Measure for Measure”---and you won’t want to miss it. The Town of Exmore is presenting a full-length professional production of this classical tragi-comedy to celebrate Exmore’s 3rd Annual Free Shakespeare in the Park. A popular […]

The meeting will take place at the Parsonage which is located on 15234 King Street, Belle Haven.  We will be making plans for 2020.

High school students are invited to attend a Free Pre-College Awareness and Planning Program Nandua High School - Lunch Included Walker Sports Group College Awareness and Planning Workshop Series is designed to inform students and families about the necessary steps to prepare for a post-secondary, the application/admission process, financial and planning and what to expect […]

EASTERN SHORE FAMILY YMCA HOSTS FAMILY FUN DAY The Kiwanis Club of Accomack is sponsoring Family Fun Day Saturday, September 21 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.  The event will be hosted by the Eastern Shore Family YMCA and will help celebrate the 20th anniversary of the family center in Onley.  It’s an event that supports the idea […]

Join members of the Kiwanis Club of Accomack for Family Fun Day at the Eastern Shore Family YMCA on Saturday, September 21.  The Club is joining with the Eastern Shore Family YMCA and the Literacy Council of the Eastern Shore to lap the YMCA track with 1,460 books and laps to increase book-ownership among children and […]

Save the Date! Marine Life Day VIMS' Eastern Shore Laboratory Saturday, September 21, Noon - 4:00pm 40 Atlantic Ave., Wachapreague Join us for a fun and educational day exploring marine life found on Virginia's Eastern Shore. This event will showcase marine science research being conducted at VIMS' Eastern Shore Laboratory. Guests will have the opportunity […]

Marine Life Day at VIMS’ Eastern Shore Laboratory Date: Saturday, September 21, 12:00-4:00 PM Location: VIMS Eastern Shore Laboratory, 40 Atlantic Ave, Wachapreague, VA 23480  Join the Virginia Institute of Marine Science for a  fun and educational day exploring marine life found along Virginia’s Eastern Shore! This event will showcase marine science research being conducted […]

The Chincoteague Island Arts Organization is hosting two outstanding events this weekend in the Island Theatre Annex. On Friday, September 20th at 7 p.m., musicians and authors Rod Picott, Shari Smith and Radney Foster will perform their music and read selected passages from their books. Picott is an author and singer-songwriter whose work incorporates elements […]

On Saturday, September 21st, experience your coast in a whole new way.  Join UVA at the Barrier Islands Center for the the opening reception of a listening exhibit that marks the launch of The Coastal Conservatory, a new science and humanities collaboration with the LTER focused on how we experience changing coastlines. 4-6pm, remarks at […]

The Arc of the Eastern Shore (re-branded from the ARC) will be meeting Monday, September 23, 2019 from 2-3 pm. at the ESCSB Day Support Center in Exmore, VA.  Everyone is welcome!  For more information please call 442-3312.

The Chincoteague Island Library is planning an open session for members of the community to determine areas of need for computer training.  The session will be held September 24 at 4:00 at the library. Based on the outcome the Library is planning to offer small group training sessions on technology topics starting in October.  We […]

Tuesday September 24 • 5 pm • Pocomoke Branch A class for stretching and relaxation based on yoga and qigong

Thursday, September 26, 7:00pm is Women's Bible Study. Contact Cindy Walter for more details.

Meatloaf Dinner Friday, September 27, 2019 4:30-6:30PM Meatloaf, mashed potatoes, green beans, baked corn, rolls, dessert, and tea or coffee. $8.00 Eat in or carry out. To place early orders or for questions, call: 710-4920, 787-1508. Thanks for supporting Oak Grove UMC.

Clothing, furniture, housewares, baby items, gardening supplies, toys, rugs, holiday/seasonal items and much more! Soups & chicken salad containers fore purchase. Rain or shine. 100% of the proceeds benefit Shore Christian Academy.

Onancock Farmers & Artisans Market, Saturday, 9am-12pm, All locally grown produce, meats, seafood, baked goods, crafts & Live Music! Downtown Onancock, corner of Market St. & Ames St. Rain or Shine. www.onancockmarket.com & on Facebook.

Outdoor Exploration Day at Kiptopeke State Park, Saturday September 28, 10am-3pm. Outdoor Exploration Day is a free event for the whole family. Enjoy crafts, activities, music, and meet local animals! Come see how you can explore the Eastern Shore and Chesapeake Bay!

The Saxis United Methodist Church will be hosting a Hymn Sing on Saturday, September 28, 2019. The Event will be held at the Church located at 20137 Saxis Rd., Saxis, Virginia. Doors will open at 4:00 pm and the Hymn Sing will begin at 5:00. Please join us in song from our local Community Choirs; […]

The Mary N Smith Alumni Association is having a Scholarship Banquet on September 28th at the Cultural Enrichment Center in Accomac. Social is at 5 p.m. and dinner at 6 p.m. The evening includes dinner and dancing. It is a B.Y.O.B. event. Tickets are $35 and must be purchased in advance. Please contact 757-665-5594 for tickets or […]

Sunday, September 29, 9:30am is the 5th Sunday Old-Fashioned Potluck! Bring your favorite potluck to share!! If your dish is something hot, there will be power strips set up on the kitchen counter for crock-pots and a warmer next to the stove to keep casseroles warm. If you are bringing something cold, feel free to […]

The Northampton Historic Preservation Society is offering a “Lecture on the Lawn at Eyre Rectory” on Sunday, September 29th at 2:00 pm. The home was built in the 1850’s as a rectory for the minister of Hungars Parish on six acres donated by Maria Robins and funds contributed by Mr. John Eyre of "Eyre Hall". […]

Mayor Douglas H. Greer of Exmore has called a special Council Meeting scheduled for Monday, September 30, 2019  at 7:00 p.m., to be held in the Exmore Town Hall, 3305 Main Street, Exmore. The meeting will focus on issues relating to sewer options for the Town of Exmore, including funding for this critical project. Sewer issues […]

The Girl Scouts will meet the first and third Tuesday of each month, 6:00pm - 7:30pm.  Contact Joy Phillips for more information.

The Onancock Sewer Transmission Line Operational Subcommittee will hold a meeting at 2:00 p.m. October 2, 2019.  The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA  23417.

The Onancock Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee will hold a meeting at 10:00 a.m. October 3, 2019.  The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA  23417.

SHOW & SALE Friday, October 4, 2019  5 - 8 pm RED QEEN GALLERY 57 Market Street  -   Onancock,  VA  23417 Cash Prizes 1st, 2nd and 3rd, HonorableMentions Best in Show, People's Choice and Artist's Choice Judge: Charlotte Heath ENTRANTS STILL ACCEPTED Come into RED QUEEN GALLERY Call 757-787-4040 email: [email protected]

Virginia oysters and beer will be on tap in Cape Charles on Friday, October 4, at a fun and educational Chesapeake Bay Foundation (CBF) event at The Oyster Farm. “Come join us to eat, drink, and learn about the amazing ways oysters have contributed to the history, economy, and ecology of our region,” said CBF […]

Saint Charles Catholic Church and Emmanuel Episcopal Church will celebrate the Feast of Saint Francis of Assisi with the annual Blessing of Pets on Saturday, October 5 at 11:00 a.m. at St. Charles located at 549 Randolph Ave, Cape Charles.  Plan to bring your furry, feathered, finned or reptilian pet, asking God to bless and protect them this […]

Celebrating Our Diversity and Abilities October 5, 2019 Nandua High School 12:00 PM—4:00 PM Pre-register your family today *T-shirt for the first 100 persons to register FREE EVENT! FREE EVENT! FREE EVENT ! FREE EVENT! DJ FYI Booths Lego Challenge Dance Presentations Door Prizes for Youth & Adults Carnival Type Games with Prizes & Moon […]

The public is invited to learn about the Earth’s lunar neighbor during International Observe the Moon Night at the NASA Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center from 7 to 9:30 p.m., Saturday, October 5. International Observe the Moon Night is an annual worldwide public event that encourages observation, appreciation and understanding of our Moon and its […]

Christ Episcopal Church, 16304 Courthouse Road, Eastville, will hold their Annual Bazaar Saturday, October 6, from 8 until 2 p.m. at the Parish House located behind the church. Bazaar items for sale include baked goods, jams, and jellies, lots of craft items, white elephant items, and books. Raffle tickets will be sold that day. Tickets […]

There will be a Blessing of the Pets to celebrate St. Francis’ Day at Holy Trinity Episcopal Church at 66 Market Street in Onancock, VA. It will be held at 1 p.m. on October 6 outside in the playground/ memorial garden area behind the church. All are welcome - bring your family, friends, pets (large […]

Hungars Concert Series Presents Virginia Chorale The Virginia Chorale will perform at Hungars Episcopal Church Sunday, October 6, at 4 p.m. The Commonwealth’s premier professional chamber chorus, now in its 36 th season, will present MUSIC OF THE CHAPEL ROYAL. Anglophiles will delight in this concert of 16 th & 17 th century motets and […]