Talbot Guide

Small businesses and private nonprofit organizations in Talbot County may be eligible for low-interest federal disaster loans through the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) to help offset economic losses caused by the frost and freeze that occurred on April 21.

The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is proud to highlight the Eastern Shore’s unique culture and community at Watermen’s Appreciation Day on Sunday, Aug. 9, from 10am-4pm.

Registration is open for the Women & Girls Fund’s 14th Annual Golf Tournament on Monday, September 14, at Talbot Country Club in Easton. Open to women golfers from beginners to veterans, the day features a buffet lunch and 9-hole tournament.

The St Michaels Community Center (SMCC) is hosting a free Block Party, Saturday, August 8th from 11am to 2pm. Activities include face painting, a DJ, basketball shooting drills, a dance competition, sidewalk art, a children’s book give-away, advanced paper airplanes, and multiple Minute-to-Win-It contests. Vendors such as Appleseed Books and The Talbot Free Library will be there, as well as the Judy Center, the YMCA and Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. The Health Department will administer free health screenings on site. The food offerings include Chef Mike’s fresh Bay Chips, piping hot popcorn, and a sundae bar.

Summertime means it is time for one of the area’s most popular events – the Eastern Shore Threshermen & Collectors Assoc., Inc.’s 66th annual Wheat Threshing, Steam & Gas Engine Show will be held August 7, 8, 9, 2026. The showgrounds are located on Rt. 313 between Denton and Federalsburg, Maryland.

Building African American Minds, Inc. (BAAM) announced it has secured two major state grants totaling $594,140 to support the demolition of three condemned properties at 406 Moton Street and advance the expansion of the BAAM Campus in Easton, Maryland.

Families across Talbot County are invited to visit the newly opened playground at Home Run Baker at 4200 Main Street, Trappe, MD.
The new playground was made possible through funding provided by Maryland DNR Program Open Space (POS) and represents Talbot County’s continued investment in recreational amenities that serve children and families throughout the community.