“Walk on the Wild Side” On View: March 18 – April 24, 2021 Virtual Art Opening ~ LIVE Streaming: Thursday, March 18, 2021, 5 p.m. on FACEBOOK “Walk on the Wild Side” features work in a variety of mediums that depict the beauty of wildlife throughout the region and the world. Artists work in woodcarving […]
The Loyal Thomas Grimes, Jr. Memorial Scholarship honors the legacy of Loyal Thomas “Tommy” Grimes Jr. and his pursuit of excellence in multiple endeavors, both in his professional and his everyday life. Loyal Thomas Grimes, Jr. Memorial Scholarship, Inc offers a one-time scholarship to students who display academic achievement, a commitment to serving others (in […]
The Kiwanis Club of Accomack is seeking nominations from the community for the 2021 Kiwanis President’s Scholarship. Two scholarships in the amount of $500 will be awarded to deserving individuals pursuing an undergraduate or vocational degree program. The recipient may use the award to offset any costs of higher education, such as tuition, books, childcare and […]
Are you or your organization involved in environmental education on Virginia’s Eastern Shore? Do you need funds to help provide these opportunities? Then you might be interested in applying for this grant by filling out the simple one page application form. Thursday, April 1, 2021, is the application deadline for the 2021 Billie Fitzgerald Memorial […]
The Chincoteague Island Library is pleased to announce that the popular Tales 4 Tots program will be back, virtually, for the next 6 weeks. Each episode features 2 children’s books and an interactive rhyming activity. The virtual story times premiered on Thursday morning, March 25th. Visit the Chincoteague Island Library Facebook page for the link […]
Social Security benefits help secure a comfortable retirement. Retirees and their family need to be aware of the ways to protect this financial benefit. Eastern Shore Public Library is hosting a free virtual program by the Shore’s Social Security Administration’s Public Affairs Specialist on Friday, April 2, at noon. This 30 minute program focuses on fraud […]
Bingo is back at The Exmore Moose Lodge beginning April 2, 2021. Doors will open at 6:00 pm. The first game is at 7:25 pm. Social distancing and masks are required. Any questions please contact (757) 442-4958. The Exmore Moose Lodge is located at 15315 Merry Cat Lane Belle Haven, VA 23306
Accomack County Sheriff W. Todd Wessells announced today that the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship Program for the 2021-2022 school year is underway. Applications will ONLY be accepted online and must be completed & electronically signed by May 1, 2021 via VSI website vasheriffsinstitute.org for scholarship consideration. The Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Program was established to provide […]
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Please join us at Onancock Baptist Church for our annual Easter Egg Hunt & Festival on Saturday, April 3rd between 1:00-3:00 PM. The egg hunt will begin promptly at 1:00 PM. We will also have crafts, snacks and more fun following the egg hunt. This is a free family event for children ages 12 […]
The Smith Chapel Seaside Charge will hold Easter Sunrise Service Sunday, April 4, at 6:30 a.m., at the Quinby docks. Face coverings and social distancing are required. There will not be a breakfast this year.
A brief, outdoors, communion service will be offered at 10am on Easter Sunday. Social distancing and masks required. The Easter story will be proclaimed, prepackaged communion elements will be distributed, and our flowered cross will bloom. At 11 a.m. an online Easter service will be offered through Zoom and posted on our Facebook page and […]
The Virginia Museum of Fine Arts’ “VMFA On The Road” artmobile will return to the Shore in April. Eastern Shore Public Library is hosting the mobile art exhibit on Wednesday, April 7, and Thursday, April, 8 in Nassawadox and on Friday, April 9, and Saturday April 10, at Historic Onancock School. Visiting the exhibit is […]
The Chincoteague Island Library is pleased to announce that the popular Tales 4 Tots program will be back, virtually, for the next 6 weeks. Each episode features 2 children’s books and an interactive rhyming activity. The virtual story times premiered on Thursday morning, March 25th. Visit the Chincoteague Island Library Facebook page for the link […]
Bloxom Volunteer Fire Company Soup and Salad Sale! Homemade Beef Vegetable Soup and Chicken Salad Friday, April 9th - Saturday, April 10th Free Local Delivery Available for Large Orders Friday 10 a.m. - 2 p.m. Pick Up on Friday and Saturday Bloxom Fire House 10 a.m. - 4 p.m. $10 Quart $6 Pint Preorder at […]
Do you know an ACPS or NCPS 4th-6th grader that needs a break from their screen? Join educators with The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve on Wednesdays in Northampton County and Fridays in Accomack County for FREE hands-on outdoor exploration! Programs run 12:00-4:00 pm and will take place in local community parks near you. See […]
For the past 2 years on the first weekend in March, Eastern Shore Lanes Monday Night Bowling league has worked w the Pocomoke City merchants & community as a whole to raise money for the Samaritan Shelter. The Samaritan Shelter, founded in 1986, is a special place to help people that are down and out […]
On April 12th at 5:30 p.m. the Friends of Kiptopeke State Park (FKSP) are holding an open house at the new visitor center at the park entrance. Guests are encouraged […]
The Eastern Shore Community Services Board will have its regular monthly board meeting on Tuesday, April 13, 2021 at the Administration Office.
Do you know an ACPS or NCPS 4th-6th grader that needs a break from their screen? Join educators with The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve on Wednesdays in Northampton County […]
The Chincoteague Island Library is pleased to announce that the popular Tales 4 Tots program will be back, virtually, for the next 6 weeks. Each episode features 2 children’s books […]
The Friends of the Cape Charles Memorial Library proudly presents Spring into Health Zoom and Learn program entitled Hypertension and Me on Saturday, April 17 at Noon. Dr. Lloyd J. […]
Accomack County Sheriff W. Todd Wessells announced today that the Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Scholarship Program for the 2021-2022 school year is underway. Applications will ONLY be accepted online and must be completed & electronically signed by May 1, 2021 via VSI website vasheriffsinstitute.org for scholarship consideration. The Virginia Sheriffs’ Institute Program was established to provide […]
The American Red Cross (ARC) plans a blood drive for April 21 at Riverside Shore Memorial Hospital from 11am – 3pm in the hospital’s conference room. Donors of all blood […]
Public Notice Pre-K Registration Please join us for the upcoming Northampton County Public Schools Pre-K in-person registration. Occohannock Elementary Registration April 21st, 2021 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Northampton County Public Schools is accepting applications for their Pre-K program for the 2021-2022 school year. An application may be obtained by visiting our website at […]
The Chincoteague Island Library is pleased to announce that the popular Tales 4 Tots program will be back, virtually, for the next 6 weeks. Each episode features 2 children’s books and an interactive rhyming activity. The virtual story times premiered on Thursday morning, March 25th. Visit the Chincoteague Island Library Facebook page for the link […]
On Fridays, Eastern Shore Public Library will be hosting virtual “Draw with Me” art programs for youth. During these sessions, young artists of any skill level will be able to draw and chat online with Youth Services Librarian, Tiffany Flores. The one hour drawing program will teach basic art skills, about digital art and the […]
Do you know an ACPS or NCPS 4th-6th grader that needs a break from their screen? Join educators with The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve on Wednesdays in Northampton County and Fridays in Accomack County for FREE hands-on outdoor exploration! Programs run 12:00-4:00 pm and will take place in local community parks near you. See […]
Cape Charles Historical Society is hosting a flea market/yard sale on April 24, from 9-2, at the Cape Charles Museum and Welcome Center, 814 Randolph Ave., Cape Charles, to raise money for the organization, as Covid has prevented us from holding our annual Thanksgiving Oyster Roast in November and the Low-Country Shrimp Boil in April. […]
Cape Charles Classical Conversations is open for 2021-2022 pre-enrollment. Our preschool through high-school program will meet at a more centralized Northampton county location beginning this fall to better serve families on Virginia's Eastern Shore. If you homeschool or are considering the idea of homeschooling, please join us at our information meeting in Marionville 10 a.m. […]
The Chincoteague Volunteer Fire Co will be hosting a Clam Fritter Drive-thru on Saturday April 24th from 12-4pm at 5052 Deep Hole Rd. Fritters, chips and bottle of water are $10.
The Onancock Town Council will hold a virtual meeting at 7:00 p.m. April 26, 2021. To attend the virtual meeting please go to: Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/85217006394?pwd=NEk2cEpacGRjUXZVV0F5ZkEvTGNwZz09 Meeting ID: 852 1700 6394 Passcode: 513490 You may also stream the meeting by selecting the YouTube icon at the bottom of the Town’s website (www.Onancock.com). Please be […]
Do you know an ACPS or NCPS 4th-6th grader that needs a break from their screen? Join educators with The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve on Wednesdays in Northampton County and Fridays in Accomack County for FREE hands-on outdoor exploration! Programs run 12:00-4:00 pm and will take place in local community parks near you. See […]
Public Notice Pre-K Registration Please join us for the upcoming Northampton County Public Schools Pre-K in-person registration. Kiptopeke Elementary Registration April 28th, 2021 from 12:00 pm to 6:00 pm Northampton County Public Schools is accepting applications for their Pre-K program for the 2021-2022 school year. An application may be obtained by visiting our website at […]
Onley United Methodist Church is holding a Spring Food Sale. Sales will be by pre-order. Frozen casseroles, homemade salads and soups, and a wide variety of baked goods will be available. Please call 787-3699, 710-8200, or email [email protected] for a list of available items and to schedule a pick-up time. Orders will be accepted beginning […]
The Chincoteague Island Library is pleased to announce that the popular Tales 4 Tots program will be back, virtually, for the next 6 weeks. Each episode features 2 children’s books and an interactive rhyming activity. The virtual story times premiered on Thursday morning, March 25th. Visit the Chincoteague Island Library Facebook page for the link […]
The Eastern Shore Soil and Water Conservation District is announcing that it is time for the annual conservation poster contest. The theme for the 2021 contest is “Healthy Forests, Healthy Communities?” Students are encouraged to create a poster showcasing the importance of healthy forests. The local contest is open to any public, private or homeschooled […]
The Eastern Shore Conference of Baptist Clergy (ESCBC) invites clergy of all denominations to our 2021 Clergy Retreat. It will be hosted virtually on Friday, May 21st from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. and on Saturday, May 22nd from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. The theme is “Being Steadfast in Your Calling”. The Retreat will […]
On Fridays, Eastern Shore Public Library will be hosting virtual “Draw with Me” art programs for youth. During these sessions, young artists of any skill level will be able to draw and chat online with Youth Services Librarian, Tiffany Flores. The one hour drawing program will teach basic art skills, about digital art and the […]
PULLED PORK DINNER Oak Grove UMC 30053 Seaside Rd. Melfa Friday, April 30, 2021 4:30-6:30 PM Meal-$8.00; Pint of Barbeque-$8.00 Pulled pork, baked beans, coleslaw, and dessert. Take out only. To place orders or for questions, call: 710-4920 or 787-1508. Thanks for supporting Oak Grove UMC.
The Chincoteague Storytelling Guild will host Story Swap Friday, April 30, at 7 p.m., at the Chincoteague Cultural Alliance, 6309 Church St. The theme is “The World is Your Oyster: Tales of Food and Travel.” Bring a chair, wear a mask, and social distance.
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