Author: Tammy Cohee

Talbot County Garden Club invites you to its Wednesday, March 25 free public lecture at the Talbot County Free Library (Easton). At the 11am event, KIRK R. BROWN, garden historian, designer and consultant, will regale us with an entertaining and insightful dose of botanical history in “John Bartram Lives.”
While assuming the persona of JOHN BARTRAM, our guest speaker will introduce the “Father of American Botany,” North America’s first and foremost horticulturist and plant collector.

Environmental Concern (EC), a leading non-profit dedicated to all aspects of wetlands, is honoring the retirement of longtime leaders President Suzanne Pittenger-Slear and Senior Vice President Gene Slear. Together, they have guided the organization with vision and dedication for more than 25 years, leaving a legacy of restored habitats, healthier waterways, and enduring community partnerships across Maryland and the Mid-Atlantic region. EC’s founder, Dr. Edgar Garbisch, developed the protocol for wetland restoration over 40 years ago. His vision and determination led to the creation of the nation’s first native plant nursery dedicated to wetland restoration, and positioning EC as a national leader in living shoreline techniques. More than 50 years later, his legacy of innovation and stewardship continues to inspire EC’s work.

On Saturday March 21, 2026 the Colonel Tench Tilghman Chapter, Maryland Society Sons of the American Revolution (MDSSAR) will conduct its first quarterly meeting of the year at the Chester River Yacht & Country Club in Chestertown, Maryland located at 7738 Quaker Neck Road, Chestertown, Maryland at 11:00am. The event is free and open to the public.

Positive Strides Therapeutic Riding Center invites cyclists to its 13th Annual Spring Classic Bike Tour on April 11, 2026, in support of its mission to build confidence, self-esteem and a sense of accomplishment for children and adults with physical, cognitive and emotional challenges.

Get out of the cold and join us for a class where you learn to prepare some delicious courses. We will pair amazing Italian wines with each course. If you have been to our cooking events, you know the food is always fabulous and pairs well with the wines for a fun and educational experience. You will receive the recipes and can purchase the food ingredients and the wine served in the shop at a special discount to recreate this great meal. Seating is limited in the 2 sessions, the sessions are at Noon and 2pm.

The region’s unique artistic style will take the spotlight when the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum hosts the Eastern Shore Sea Glass & Coastal Arts Festival on April 18-19.

The 8th annual St. Michaels Chocolate Fest returns on Saturday, March 7, 2026, from 11am to 4pm. Visitors can stroll through town and purchase tasting samples from over thirty participating businesses including limited-edition, chocolate-inspired dishes, desserts, and artisan confections.