Art is becoming a main part of the flourishing cultural scene in Easton, a historic town in Maryland’s Eastern Shore, from the Academy Art Museum bringing in exhibits like the rare collection of Bugatti automobiles to the vintage posters at Flying Cloud Fine Art Posters. The Zach Gallery – an annex of the Prager Family Center for the Arts and a new contemporary art space from Bluepoint Hospitality – features rotating exhibitions of emerging and established American artists. Join Meredith Davies Hadaway for a Poetry Reading at the gallery on Saturday, February 8, 2025, at 2PM.

An award-winning poet and teacher of ecopoetry, Meredith Davies Hadaway is the author of five collections of poetry. Hadaway’s work explores the birds, bugs, trees, marshes—and especially the waters—of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, evoking memory and mystery as they shape our braided lives. Hadaway has received fellowships from the Virginia Center for Creative Arts, an Individual Artist Award from the Maryland State Arts Council and multiple Pushcart nominations. Her collection, At The Narrows, won the 2015 Delmarva Book Prize for Creative Writing. She is currently the Sophie Kerr Poet-in-Residence at Washington College, where she teaches literature and creative writing.

Hadaway will read from her five collections of poetry, [Among the Many Disappearing Things], Small Craft Warning (a collaboration with artist Marcy Dunn Ramsey), At The Narrows, The River is a Reason, and Fishing Secrets of the Dead.

Seating is limited and FREE for the event – Register at PragerArts.com. Books available for purchase. Zach Gallery is open Wednesday through Saturday from 10AM-4PM, or by appointment. The IDOLINE DUKE: Trees of Life is on exhibition through March 1, 2025.

Zach Gallery | 17 South Washington Street, Easton, MD 21601 | zachgalleryeaston.com

Salisbury University students Mike Greco and Rosalie Crosby
producing the 5-Minute Fly-by Newscast

Delmarva Public Media is introducing new locally-produced programs for its lunch hour, including the 5-Minute Fly-By newscast produced weekly by Salisbury University students. The Locally Produced Lunch airs Monday-Friday from noon-1:00 p.m. starting April 1^st on WSDL 90.7.

Starting Monday, April 1st, Delmarva Public Media introduces the 5-Minute Fly-By local newscast followed by the MPT Radio Hour. The newscast is reported, written and produced by Salisbury University students in Delmarva Public Media’s new student newsroom. The MPT Radio Hour includes two regional programs from Maryland Public Television. Direct Connection is a local public affairs program focusing on personalities from all arenas. State Circle provides up-to-the-minute, in-depth analysis of major issues and pending bills at the Maryland State Legislature. Both are hosted by Jeff Salkin.

On Tuesdays it’s Fusion Fever with host Riley Smith. Smith, a recent Salisbury University graduate, focuses on the growing genre of jazz fusion and explores how jazz continues to evolve and excite listeners and musicians. Smith is a musician himself who discovered jazz one semester at Salisbury University by taking a jazz theory course and playing guitar in the Salisbury jazz band. That “snowballed from a curiosity to a passion,” said Smith. And that passion is evident in every show.

On Wednesday hear Back to the Roots hosted by Ralph Hickman. Back to the Roots is an eclectic mix of classic and modern roots music from new and legendary artists featuring deep cuts to fan favorites.

These programs join station-produced staples On the Download (Thursdays at noon) and the award-winning Delmarva Today (Fridays at noon).

“These exciting additions show our commitment to developing strong and interesting local programming and to working with students and helping to train the journalists, producers and media personalities of the future”, said Bryan Russo, Delmarva Public Media’s Director of Production and Operations. “The Locally Produced Lunch hour on WSDL is just a glimpse at where things are headed and what our listeners can expect for the future.”

All programs are available via broadcast, online at delmarvapublicmedia.org and streaming on your favorite device. For more information and schedules go to delmarvapublicmedia.org.

Angel Bridge by Bernard Dellario

Studio B Art Gallery is thrilled to announce its upcoming spring exhibition, “Postcards from Italy,” featuring the captivating works of acclaimed artist Bernie Dellario. The exhibition will run throughout the month of March, with an exclusive showcase during the First Friday Gallery Walk event on March 1, 5-8 p.m.

Dellario’s latest collection promises to transport viewers to the picturesque landscapes and charming towns of Italy, inspired by his travels. This exceptional showcase will feature 40 paintings created during Dellario’s immersive five-week journey through the Italian countryside in the fall of 2023.

Dellario’s artistic voyage began with two weeklong painting workshops, commencing in the scenic region of Umbria and culminating in the cultural hub of Florence. Along the way, he traversed a rich tapestry of Italian locales, from the historic streets of Rome to the enchanting hillside towns of Gubbio and Perugia. Each painting in the collection serves as a visual postcard, capturing the essence and allure of its respective setting.

“It was an extraordinary experience as I immersed myself into plein air painting and the Italian lifestyle,” reflects Dellario. “These paintings reveal my subject, process, and a short story about each location. Some were demonstrations during my painting workshops, and others created while on the road in between. It was an unforgettable experience, and I am very happy to share it with you.”

In a nod to Studio B Art Gallery’s longstanding support of artistic endeavors, the exhibition will also feature two paintings from each participant of the 2023 Tuscany workshop sponsored by the gallery. This inclusion adds a collaborative dimension to the showcase, celebrating the collective creativity fostered by Studio B Art Gallery’s initiatives.

“We are proud to present ‘Postcards from Italy,’ an exhibition that encapsulates the spirit of artistic exploration and cultural immersion,” said Studio B Art Gallery owner Betty Huang. “Bernie Dellario’s profound connection with Italy shines through in every brushstroke, inviting viewers on a visual odyssey through the heart of this timeless land.”

“Postcards from Italy” promises to be a highlight of the cultural calendar, offering art enthusiasts a rare opportunity to experience the beauty of Italy through the eyes of a masterful artist. Don’t miss the chance to embark on this captivating journey at Studio B Art Gallery throughout the month of March.

Studio B Art Gallery is located at 7 B Goldsborough Street in historic downtown Easton, Maryland. The gallery represents nationally and internationally known painters Hiu Lai Chong, Bernard Dellario, Ken DeWaard, Betty Huang, Qiang Huang, Charles Newman, Daniel Robbins, Master Jove Wang, and sculptor Rick Casali.