The Arc of the Eastern Shore (re-branded from the ARC) will be meeting Monday, January 27, 2020 from 2-3 pm. at the ESCSB Day Support Center in Exmore, VA.  Everyone is welcome!  For more information please call 442-3312.

Meeting Notice Holiday Committee Meeting January 28, 2020 at 5:30 p.m. The Holiday Committee will hold a meeting at 5:30 p.m. January 28, 2020.  The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA  23417.

Northampton County is conducting public engagement meetings to help determine the need and opportunities for affordable and workforce housing throughout the County. This effort is grant funded by and in conjunction with the Virginia Department of Housing and Community Development. The meetings are meant to discuss priorities and strategies for addressing those housing needs. The […]

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Seminar to be given on: Overshoot in the Anthropocene: The Human Footprint in the 21st Century. Science and Philosophy Seminar of the Eastern Shore of Virginia has scheduled its next seminar, “Overshoot in the Anthropocene: The Human Footprint in the 21st Century.” The free 90-minute seminar will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, January […]

Friday, January 31, 2020 Meal - $8.00; Pint of Barbecue - $8.00. Pulled pork, baked beans, coleslaw, dessert, and tea or coffee. Eat in or carry out. To place early orders or for questions, call: 710-4920 or 787-1508. Thanks for supporting Oak Grove UMC.

Friday, January 31, 2020 6 pm - 8pm Fridays at Lemon Tree Gallery Jim Newsom & Gail Smith Jim Newsom, well known singer/songwriter, is ready to take the stage with his musical partner Gail Smith on keyboards, to perform originals and covers. Come join us for the great vibes they radiate. Complimentary refreshments. Cash bar.

Jim Newsom, well known singer/songwriter, is ready to take the stage with his musical partner Gail Smith on keyboard, to perform originals and covers. Come join us for the great vibes they radiate. Complimentary refreshments. Cash bar. FREE! Lemon Tree Gallery 301 Mason Avenue, Cape Charles, VA 23310 (757) 331-4327 [email protected]

Nice sweaters, tops, children's clothing, books, jewelry and lots of kitchen items available. Part of the proceeds will go towards the Eastern Shore Regional Library.

Valentines Day Card Making Saturday, February 1 • 10 am - 12 pm • Pocomoke Branch Stop in and make a card for someone special. For all ages.

Beta Alpha Pi Zeta Chapter of Zeta Phi Beta Sorority, Inc. is having a Bake Sale Saturday, Feb. 1, starting at noon in front of Dollar Tree in Exmore. Come buy some tasty treats!

All Hallows Episcopal Church, 109 West Market St., Snow Hill, Md. continues a decades long tradition when it hosts the annual Shrove Tuesday Pancake Supper on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. Serving is […]

Meeting Notice Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee Public Meeting February 20, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. The Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee will hold a public meeting at 6:00 p.m. February 20, 2020 to discuss its full report related to the sewer transmission line project.  The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Council Chambers […]

STEAM Storytime “Let’s Explore Shapes” Tuesday, February 4 • 10:30 am • Pocomoke Branch Shape stories and activities for young children.

Talking about grief and loss is a step on the road to healing.  Support groups offer companionship and understanding from others who have experienced a similar loss and know first-hand the challenges of living with grief.  Riverside Shore Hospice offers grief support groups to help Shore community members take that step.  The support groups are […]

Talking about grief and loss is a step on the road to healing.  Support groups offer companionship and understanding from others who have experienced a similar loss and know first-hand the challenges of living with grief.  Riverside Shore Hospice offers grief support groups to help Shore community members take that step.  The support groups are […]

The Accomack County Democratic Committee's next meeting is at 6 p.m. on Wednesday, February 5, at the Chamber of Commerce building, 19056 Parkway (on Route 13 south of the Community College.)

Pocomoke Book of the Month After You by JoJo Moyes Thursday, February 6 • 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.

Friday, February 7, 2020 10:30 am Historic Palace Theatre Red Devil Moon - Student Performance This concert performance is inspired by Jean Toomer’s seminal Harlem renaissance novel, Cane. Red Devil Moon is a tale of Tom Burwell, aka BIG BOY, a cane cutter, and LOUISA, a domestic caught between the brutal reality of the rural […]

Seminar to be given on: Where Are the Women? Come Learn the Hidden History of Virginia Women. Science and Philosophy Seminar of the Eastern Shore of Virginia has scheduled its next seminar, “Where Are the Women?  Come Learn the Hidden History of Virginia Women.” The free 90-minute seminar will be held at 12:30 p.m. on […]

Dance, sing, whistle or watch as fiddler player Dennis Kelley delights our audience with his blue grass and flatfooting music. Complimentary Refrehments. Cash Bar. FREE! Lemon Tree Gallery 301 Mason Avenue, Cape Charles, VA 23310 (757) 331-4327 [email protected]

Chincoteague Island Theatre Company Performs A Bewitching Play The Chincoteague Island Theatre Company (CITC) presents All Because of Agatha as its much-anticipated winter production on February 7, 8, 14, 15, and 16. Set in the 1950s, it is a funny play about a married couple who buy an old house even though it is haunted by a […]

This year, on February 8 starting at 6 p.m., the Friends of the Cape Charles Memorial Library will hold our Dinner with Friends Fundraiser featuring keynote speaker Jeff Holland, Executive Director of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge-Tunnel. Jeff will give us an update on the construction of the New Thimble Shoals Tunnel. This Dinner with Friends […]

Chincoteague Island Theatre Company Performs A Bewitching Play The Chincoteague Island Theatre Company (CITC) presents All Because of Agatha as its much-anticipated winter production on February 7, 8, 14, 15, and 16. Set in the 1950s, it is a funny play about a married couple who buy an old house even though it is haunted by a […]

Saturday, February 8, 2020 7:30 pm Historic Palace Theatre Red Devil Moon This concert performance is inspired by Jean Toomer’s seminal Harlem renaissance novel, Cane. Red Devil Moon is a tale of Tom Burwell, aka BIG BOY, a cane cutter, and LOUISA, a domestic caught between the brutal reality of the rural South (circa 1920) […]

This concert performance is inspired by Jean Toomer's seminal Harlem renaissance novel, Cane.  Red Devil Moon is a tale of Tom Burwell, aka BIG BOY, a can cutter, and LOUISA, a domestic caught between the brutal reality of the rural South (circa 1920) and the terrifying unknowns of life in the North. A Sugar Cane […]

Sunday, Feb. 9, 3pm, Downing's UMC Social Hall, FREE Gospel music featuring Tom Watkins and friends. Light snacks provided

On Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, at 3 p.m., Mt. Nebo Baptist Church will be observing Black History Month. Pastor Frank Morris and his congregation from Herbert's Baptist Church will be the special guest. All are invited.

Mt. Olive Baptist Church in Temperanceville, Va. will be celebrating Black History on February 9 at 3:00pm. Guest Preacher will be Pastor Norman Pitt of Grace, Wachpreague, Va. Host Pastor Brenda Peterson

On Sunday, Feb. 9, 2020, there will be a Song Fest at 4 p.m. at Glorious Church of Jesus Christ of the Apostolic Faith in Onancock. The public is welcome.

February 17 (Monday) at 7 p.m., Captain’s Cove Community Center, 3370 Captains Corridor, Greenbackville, VA Ron Wolff, District Representative on the Accomack County’s Board of Supervisors, is presenting his regularly scheduled monthly county forum at the Community Center in Captain’s Cove* PUBLIC INVITED Invited Guest Speaker include: Jeff Flournoy, 911 Director *Captain’s Cove Community Center […]

On Monday, February 10  at 5:30 pm at The Lemon Tree Gallery in Cape Charles, Friends of Kiptopeke State Park welcomes Roberta Kellam with Eastern Shore of Virginia Birding and Wildlife Programs. Roberta will speak on "Tricky Bird Identification - A Closer Look at Some Challenging Birds". All are welcome and admission is free.

The Eastern Shore of Virginia Anglers Club (www.esanglersclub.org) will hold its monthly meeting on February 10 in the conference room of the Sage Restaurant in Onley. The meeting begins at 7:30 p.m. and will feature a presentation on fish cooking lead by Don McGavock of Parksley. A former restauranteur, McGavock will present a cooking demonstration of locally caught […]

Story Time “Valentines” Tuesday, February 11 • 10:30 am • Pocomoke Branch For 2 to 5 year old children.

Talking about grief and loss is a step on the road to healing.  Support groups offer companionship and understanding from others who have experienced a similar loss and know first-hand the challenges of living with grief.  Riverside Shore Hospice offers grief support groups to help Shore community members take that step.  The support groups are […]

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 […]

WasteWatchers will meet this month on February 12 at 5:30 at Sage Diner in Onley. It is hoped that this time will make it easier for people to attend the meeting. Those who wish are welcome to order from the menu. See you there!

WasteWatchers will meet this month on February 12 at 5:30 p.m. at Sage Diner in Onley. It is hoped that this time will make it easier for people to attend the meeting. Those who wish are welcome to order from the menu.

Meeting Notice - Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee Meeting February 13, 2020, at 10:00 a.m. The Onancock Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee will hold a meeting at 10:00 a.m. February 13, 2020.  The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA  23417.

Local Artists on Display: Art Show & Reception Thursday, February 13 • 6:30 pm • Pocomoke Branch Join us for an artist’s reception to celebrate and meet local artists. Light refreshments served. View artwork on display February 10th-15th.

February 13, 7:30 p.m. Roseland Theater Parasite (2019) South Korea, Korean/English It’s modern day South Korea and we meet the Parks: the picture of aspirational wealth. And the Kims, rich in street smarts but not much else. These two families are brought together and the Kims sense a golden opportunity. Soon, a mutually beneficial relationship […]

Chincoteague Island Theatre Company Performs A Bewitching Play The Chincoteague Island Theatre Company (CITC) presents All Because of Agatha as its much-anticipated winter production on February 7, 8, 14, 15, and 16. Set in the 1950s, it is a funny play about a married couple who buy an old house even though it is haunted by a […]

Valentine's open mic night on the Lemon Tree stage to celebrate love in the air.  Perform your favorite love song (or songs with love in the lyrics) to our appreciative audience.  Don't be shy. Complimentary refreshments. Cash Bar. FREE! Lemon Tree Gallery 301 Mason Avenue, Cape Charles, VA 23310 (757) 331-4327 [email protected]

Chincoteague Island Theatre Company Performs A Bewitching Play The Chincoteague Island Theatre Company (CITC) presents All Because of Agatha as its much-anticipated winter production on February 7, 8, 14, 15, and 16. Set in the 1950s, it is a funny play about a married couple who buy an old house even though it is haunted by a […]

A cabaret style musical featuring performers and vocalists Una Harrison, Megan Cartwright, opera singer Kemi Adegoroye along with pianists William Neill and Joshua Jenkins and Bruce Gittinger on trumpet.  An evening of love songs, chocolates and champagne. Dancing to follow. Historic Palace Theatre Saturday, February 15, 2020, 7:30pm Tickets: Adult $18, Students $8 For information […]

Join local New York Times bestselling author Wendy Higgins this Valentine's Day weekend as she discusses her newest novel, Soul in Darkness, the mythological love story of the god Cupid and mortal princess, Psyche. In this Conversation Cafe, Wendy Higgins will lead us in a discussion about fiction writing, her journey, and the world of […]

New Mission United Methodist Church Birdsnest, VA will host "Greek Day" on Feb. 16, starting at 3:00pm. Please come to fellowship with us,  Guest Preacher Minister Lisa Johnson and Choir from Tabernacle Baptist Church in Horntown, VA.

Chincoteague Island Theatre Company Performs A Bewitching Play The Chincoteague Island Theatre Company (CITC) presents All Because of Agatha as its much-anticipated winter production on February 7, 8, 14, 15, and 16. Set in the 1950s, it is a funny play about a married couple who buy an old house even though it is haunted by a […]

Play Time Tuesday, February 18 • 10:30 am • Pocomoke Branch A play date for infant to 5 year old children.

Ebenezer Baptist Church, located at 9504 Occohannock Neck Road, Exmore, VA, is sponsoring their monthly Shepherd’s Table (soup kitchen) on Tuesday, February 18, 2020, from noon to 2 p.m. at the church. Contact (757) 710-8528 for additional information.

Talking about grief and loss is a step on the road to healing.  Support groups offer companionship and understanding from others who have experienced a similar loss and know first-hand the challenges of living with grief.  Riverside Shore Hospice offers grief support groups to help Shore community members take that step.  The support groups are […]

A Whole Farm Planning workshop will be held at Barrier Islands Center, 7295 Young Street, Machipongo, VA Wed, February 19th, from 1:00 to 4:00 p.m. The workshop is part of the Small Farm Outreach Program, part of the Virginia Cooperative Extension program at Virginia State University (VSU). This educational workshop is free and open to […]

A Basic Beekeeping Workshop will be held at Barrier Islands Center, 7295 Young St, Machipongo, VA Thurs., February 20th from 1:00 pm to 4:00 pm. The workshop is part of the Small Farm Outreach Program, part of the Virginia Cooperative Extension program at Virginia State University (VSU). This educational workshop is free and open to the […]

African American Genealogy Thursday, February 20 • 2 pm • Pocomoke Branch This 1 hour workshop will address some of the issues African Americans face when doing family history research. Attendees will be taught genealogy basics and resources to assist in putting the pieces of the puzzle together while doing African American genealogical research.

The Town of Onancock Sewer Transmission Line Steering Committee will hold a public meeting to discuss its report on Thursday, February 20, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Town Council Chambers. The presentation can be found on the Town website and Town Facebook page.

Heart disease is the number 1 killer of both men and women in the U.S., but careful monitoring and lifestyle changes can cut risk factors for most folks. On February 21, at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital in Onancock, Riverside is sponsoring a program that offers a generous helping of heart-related education and medical screenings. The […]

Seminar to be given on: Money Pit:  The Curse of Oak Island. Science and Philosophy Seminar of the Eastern Shore of Virginia has scheduled its next seminar, “Money Pit:  The Curse of Oak Island.” The free 90-minute seminar will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, February 21, in the Room 113 of the new […]

Enjoy the sounds of music played by accomplished musicians Ally and Jeremy, who will be alternating between flute and ukulele and guitar.  Expect upbeat music to make your heart soar and soft music to soothe the soul.  Take in the sights and sounds of Cape Charles on the Lemon Tree patio or wander among the […]

Enjoy the sounds of music by singer/songwriter Mike Hawker, who is back to entertain with his acoustic guitar and vocals. Expect upbeat music to make your heart soar and soft music to soothe the soul. Take in the sights and sounds of Cape Charles on the Lemon Tree patio or wander among the beauty of […]

The Orchestra of the Eastern Shore will perform on Feb. 21 at 7:30 pm at Cokesbury in Onancock and Feb. 23 at 4:00 pm at Hungars Episcopal Church in Bridgetown. The concert, entitled Old & New, will include the Eastern Shore Brass playing works of Bach, Mozart’s piano concerto No. 21 in C Major with […]

The Eastern Shore of Virginia Habitat for Humanity would like to invite you to participate in the Annual “Freezin’ for a Reason." The dip in the bay will be held Saturday, February 22, 2020, at the Cape Charles Beach. We hope you will participate again this year. Join Celebrity Dipper, Todd Burbage, of Blue Water […]

Saint Luke AME Church, Daugherty, will present a "Color March" on Saturday, February 22, 2020. This event will begin at 4:00pm.  Everyone is cordially invited to come and fellowship with St. Luke.

The final competition for the "I Played the Palace Talent Show".  These talented performers will be competing for cash prizes in front of a panel of guest judges.  Come out and support our local actors, dancers and comedians! Historic Palace Theatre Saturday, February 22, 2020, 7:30pm Tickets: Adult $18, Students $8 For information call, (757) […]

Sunday, February 23, 2020, at 11 a.m. 3249 Main Street, Exmore, VA

Just a month until February 23, and the free showing at the Historical Palace Theatre at 2:30 p.m., of Advise and Consent, directed by Otto Preminger, starring Henry Fonda, Charles Laughton, Don Murray, Walter Pidgeon and Peter Lawford. So if you have read the Pulitzer Prize winning accompanying Townwide Read book Advise and Consent by […]

In recognition of Black History Month, the Chincoteague Island Arts Organization is honored to announce that the Island Theatre will show the Film “Harriet” on Sunday, February 23, at 3 p.m. This special, one-time showing is free to the public. “Harriet” tells the story of Harriet Tubman, American abolitionist, suffragette and social activist who is […]

Sunday, February 23, 2020, Living Word Church of Deliverance, Parksley, VA will be celebrating their 21st church anniversary at 4:00pm, the guest preacher will be Pastor Sallie Owens, House of Refuge Deliverance Center, Melfa, VA

The Orchestra of the Eastern Shore will perform on  Feb. 23 at 4:00 pm at Hungars Episcopal Church in Bridgetown. The concert, entitled Old & New, will include the Eastern Shore Brass playing works of Bach, Mozart’s piano concerto No. 21 in C Major with Lee Jordan-Anders as soloist, a new work by Ann Neikirk […]

Meeting Notice Town Council Regular Meeting February 24, 2020, at 7:00 p.m. The Town Council will hold a meeting at 7:00 p.m. February 24, 2020. The meeting will be held in the Town Hall Council Chambers at 15 North Street, Onancock, VA  23417.

Tot Time: Active Play for Active Toddlers Tuesday, February 25 • 10:30 am • Pocomoke Branch Let’s get toddlers up and moving. For 2 to 5 year old children.

Please join us for an all-you-can-eat dinner! There will be pancakes, sausage, scrapple, baked apples, juice, and coffee. $8/adults, $5/children ages 4-10 For ticket information, please call 757-331-1684

Tips, tricks, and strategies for 8th grade writing SOL. Free dinner and a raffle drawing will be available. Transportation will also be provided by NCPS upon request (call Northampton Middle School to request transportation by Monday, Feb. 24) 757-678-5151

“Life on the Eastern Shore 100 years ago.” Wednesday, February 26 • 10 am - 5 pm • Pocomoke Branch Enjoy a display of antique toys, farming and kitchen tools, quilts and more. Join us at 4 p.m. to play some old fashioned board games and learn about life in the early 1900’s.

Wednesday, 12 Noonday Services in Lent: The Rev Linda Scholer has offered to conduct a service at noon on the Wednesdays in Lent. The schedule for the services: Organ preludes at 11:45 a.m. These brief noon time services will be opportunities for quiet prayer, reflection and spiritual deepening.  All persons are welcome no matter where they […]

12-7 p.m. For carry-out quarts only Adults: $9/Kids under 12: $4     Carry-out Quarts: $8  Menu: Fresh Clam Chowder, Steamy Grilled Ham & Cheese Sandwiches The Best Local Homemade Desserts, Hot Coffee, Iced Tea or Water Come out for a good time with the community or take your dinner home for your convenience!

Wed., Feb. 26, 6 p.m. - Assawoman UMC Ash Wednesday Service.

NASA Wallops 2020 Astronomy Night #1 Set for March 6 The NASA Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center will host its first astronomy night of the year from 6 to 9 p.m. Friday, March 6, featuring Earth’s Moon, Venus and the Orion Nebula. “The always popular astronomy nights are a great way to spend the evening […]

Smith Island Cake Demo Thursday, February 27 • 2 pm • Pocomoke Branch Learn the secrets and tips for making Smith Island cakes. From Smith Island, Lisa Evans demonstrates how to make these mouthwatering delights. Bring your taste buds for sampling.

Please contact Cindy Walter for details.

On Feb. 28, Macedonia Baptist Church, 27105 Nelsonia Rd in Bloxom Va., will be having  fish fry dinners which will include 1 fish choice of greens or green beans, macaroni and cheese corn bread and a can soda for $10.00. We will start at 8:30am - until. We will deliver 10-15 miles or you can […]

Seminar to be given on: Insectivory:  The Eating of Insects. Science and Philosophy Seminar of the Eastern Shore of Virginia has scheduled its next seminar, “Insectivory:  The Eating of Insects.” The free 90-minute seminar will be held at 12:30 p.m. on Friday, February 28 in the Room 113 of the new building of the Eastern […]

$8.00 Ham, yams, green beans, apples, rolls, dessert and tea or coffee Eat in or carry out. To place early orders or for questions, call: 710-4920 or 787-1508. Thanks for supporting Oak Grove UMC.

The ever popular swinging music of the Almshouse Jazz Project!  Here's your stellar lineup of musicians: Barry Groves (sax), Charlie Stellingwerf (vocals and percussion), Mike Blanchard (upright bass), Jeff Gray (jazz guitar), and Bruce Gittinger (trumpet). Complimentary refreshments. Cash Bar. FREE! Lemon Tree Gallery 301 Mason Avenue, Cape Charles, VA 23310 (757) 331-4327 [email protected]

Friday, Feb. 28, 6 p.m., Atlantic UMC Chili Cook-off. All-You-Can-Eat, Mild, Med, Blazing Hot. Cost $7. Proceeds to go to Atlantice Fire Dept. Contact Amy at 757-710-2490 to enter your award winning crockpot of chili or more information.

Whether or not you’re familiar with the Oscar-winning “Green Book” and the real-life Jim Crow-era travel guide behind its name, it’s almost guaranteed you’ll know songs that local talent will share as they chronicle the guide’s history. At 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 28, in a collaboration of the Eastern Shore of Virginia Historical Society and […]

The Lions Clubs on the Eastern Shore are partnering with Eastern Shore Community College (ESCC) and the Lions Charity Foundation of Southeastern Virginia offering a Heath Fair on Heritage Day, Saturday, February 29, from 9am to 1 pm. Everyone is invited for free vision and hearing screenings. The Lions Sight and Hearing Mobile Unit will […]

Mark your calendar for the 2020 Relay for Life of Nandua kickoff at 10 a.m. Saturday, Feb. 29, at Ker Place, 69 Market Street in Onancock. Relay is the largest fundraiser for the American Cancer Society. The event committee encourages newcomers and returnees to attend. Don’t worry if you don’t have a team but would […]

The 45-member Norfolk State University Concert Choir will perform at Hungars Episcopal Church, Machipongo, on Sunday, March 1 at 4 p.m. A meet-the-artists reception will follow in the Church Parish House. Founded in 1945, the ensemble is currently under the direction of Dr. Harlan Zachery, Jr., NSU Director of Choral Activities. National performances have been […]