Parsons Wreaths Ceremony set for this Saturday
This year’s Wreaths Across America ceremony at Parsons Cemetery will be aided by a new map that identifies hundreds of graves of U.S. veterans. The map was created by Dr. Brent J. Zaprowski and Dr. Stuart Hamilton with the help of Salisbury University students using drones and the global positioning system. Zaprowski approached the Parsons […]
Weather forecast good for Sunday Christmas parade
The Salisbury Jaycees will host the 73st annual Salisbury Christmas Parade, presented by Mountaire Farms, at 2 p.m. this Sunday The parade route remains the same as in recent years, beginning at the intersection of Civic Avenue and Mount Hermon Road, continuing to East Main Street and ending at Wicomico Middle School. The judges’ stand […]
Numerous holiday events on tap this weekend and next
The holiday season arrives in Salisbury this weekend with ice skating, a boat parade and Winter Wonderland with the fun continuing with more events in early December. Ice Skating For the second year, the city of Salisbury will host ice skating at the Pohanka Riverwalk Amphitheater starting this Friday, Nov. 29, and continuing every Thursday […]
Poplar Hill Mansion hosting Open House Dec. 8
Poplar Hill Mansion will hold its annual Yuletide Open House on Sunday, Dec. 8, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Get into the holiday spirit and see the beautiful floral decorations by the Four Seasons Garden Club throughout the first floor of the mansion. Visit the second floor to see a Christmas Tree with more […]
Amphitheater skating rink will open this Friday
Holiday Ice Skating will return again this year to the Pohanka Riverwalk Amphitheater in Downtown Salisbury. The skating rink will open on Black Friday, Nov. 29, and will run until Dec. 22. The rink will be open for skating every weekend, Thursday to Sunday. Join in on the fun Thursdays and Fridays from 5 p.m. […]
Turkey Trek 5K set for Thanksgiving Day
Take part in a Thanksgiving tradition on the trails of Pemberton Park by running or walking the 11th annual Turkey Trek 5K. The race is set for Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, Nov. 28. Enjoy refreshments and pie after crossing the finish line. The event is organized by Wicomico County Recreation, Parks & Tourism and benefits Pemberton […]
Downtown tree lighting a part of this 3rd Friday
This week offers the next 3rd Friday in Downtown Salisbury and includes the annual Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony. It is also the last 3rd Friday held outdoors until spring. The 2019 Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony will be held from 5:30 to 7 p.m. in front of the city of Salisbury Parking Garage, located at the […]
Allen Lions Club Pit Beef Dinner is Sunday, Nov. 10
On Sunday, Nov. 10, from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., at the Allen Community Hall on Collins Wharf Road, the Allen Lions Club will hold its annual Pit Beef Dinner. The Allen Lions have held this dinner every year since 1959, the year the club was founded — so this is the 60th year. More […]
Players’ ‘Matilda, The Musical’ opens Friday Nov. 1
What is a bright, curious and determined little girl to do when her parents are so obsessed with other interests, they have neither the time nor energy for their daughter? Despite a horrible home life and disengaged parents, Matilda Wormwood manages to adult allies and blossoms into a creative, strong young woman with a vivid […]
Super Heroes is theme of this week’s 3rd Friday
This week’s 3rd Friday in Downtown Salisbury will be held outdoors, with artists, crafters and live music on the Plaza, plus special activities in Lot 15 and on North Division Street. This month’s theme is Super Heroes, so get ready to dress up like your favorite superheroes and villains. Join the costume contest for a […]
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