Amy Horne, the newly appointed Executive Director of the St. Michaels Community Center, brings deep personal and professional ties to Talbot County. A native of the area, Horne says she feels grateful to be “back home” and inspired by the chance to lead an organization with such an expansive mission. In a recent interview with The Spy, she described how the Center offers programming for children, adults, and seniors, including a weekly senior lunch and an active adult speaker series.
She highlighted the Center’s robust food distribution program as one of its most essential services. “We’re the only non-age-specific facility in Talbot County that offers all three food programs: hot congregate meals, delivered meals, and a pantry,” she said. With growing food insecurity even in one of the wealthiest counties in the country, Horne said she’s working to expand pantry hours and explore long-term funding solutions.
Looking ahead, Horne envisions workforce development initiatives and more youth programming, including a middle school dance this June. She’s also planning a strategic needs assessment for the Bay Hundred area. “A community center doesn’t tell people what they need—we ask,” she said. The Center celebrates its 35th anniversary this August.
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