As Tiny Tim exclaimed, “God bless us every one”.  At this time of year, the Bay Hundred Area is brimming with blessings and charity from many resources. The St. Michaels Community Center is one that is hosting a large toy drive so that local families will be able to provide presents under the tree for their children on Christmas morning.  We are in need of toys, books, diapers,boys and girls new clothing items and shoes (newborn to youth size 16), These items can be dropped off at SMCC at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels as well as the St. Michaels Library on Fremont St. and the St. Michaels Police Department, next to the Library on Fremont Street. Collections until December 14.

SMCC is also collecting household goods (laundry detergent, small laundry baskets, cleaning products, toiletries, personal hygiene items, paper towels, toilet paper, etc.) that will be distributed to local families and seniors in need of a little help this winter. These items are being collected at SMCC or St. Luke’s United Methodist Church on Talbot Street in St. Michaels until December 14.

Please check out the following websites for holiday church services and love being shared with our neighbors by local organizations in St. Michaels:

Christmas in St. Michaels: christmasinstmichaels.org

Town of St. Michaels, MD: stmichaelsmd.gov

St. Michaels Business Association: stmichaelsmd.org

Please be sure to check out all the other Bay Hundred Area churches and organizations from Royal Oak and Newcomb to Tilghman Island for holiday dinners, services and celebrations.

Kids Christmas Craft Week is scheduled for Mon., November 26 through Thursday, November 28.  Monday is Gingerbread houses with K – 2^nd. Tuesday is Gingerbread houses with 3 – 5^th grades. Wednesday is crafts and “shopping” with K – 2^nd and Thursday is crafts and “shopping” with grades 3 – 5. Each day is $10 per student.  Call Amy or April at 410-745-5102 to sign up.

Christmas Train Villages

Once again, SMCC plays host to the Annual Christmas Train Villages, open to the public from December 7 through December 12 from 10am – 3pm daily. Baked goods and crafts will be for sale on Saturday, the 8th (after the parade) and Sunday, the 9^th. There is no charge to see the trains. Donations are gratefully accepted.  Fun for all kids of all ages!!!

Neighborhood Holiday Dinner – Wednesday, before Thanksgiving, 11am to 3pm, SMCC, 103 Railroad Ave. Open to all!

Neighborhood Holiday Dinner – Saturday, Dec. 15, 4-7pm, Union United Methodist Church Parish Hall. Open to all!

Validating the Afterlife with Roland Comtois (Medium, Author, Speaker) – Nov. 17, 7-9pm at St. Michaels Inn. Pre-registration is required. He will offer random audience readings. For tickets and information, go to RolandComtois.net or call Bobbi Parlett at 610-209-5409.

On-Going Activities & Programs for the Community

Every Monday – Aunt Jeannie’s Community Café  – 4pm to  7pm at Union United Methodist Church, Parish Hall on Fremont Street.Jeannie has added an home-cooked dinner to the weekly schedule. Great for busy families and anyone looking for a welcoming place, friendly company and delicious food. Pay “what you can, IF you can”, donations gratefully accepted.

Every Monday and Wednesday – Food Distribution – to assist St. Vincent de Paul’s Food Bank, SMCC distributes food every Monday and Wednesday at 103 Railroad Avenue from 12:30 – 3pm. Anyone needing food assistance is welcome to stop by, once a week, to collect 2 bags of fresh veggies, fruit, bread, cheeses, meat and/or desserts.

Every Wednesday – Senior Gathering – Every Wednesday from 10:30 – 12:30, anyone over the age of 55 is welcome to join us at SMCC for a healthy meal provided by Upper Shore Aging amid fellowship and fun. Every first and third Wednesday enjoy Bingo, the second Wednesday the YMCA joins us for “Brain Games” and on the fourth and fifth Wednesdays, activities vary from games, movement exercises to art projects. Please join us!

Every Friday – Aunt Jeannie’s Community Café – open for lunch every Friday at SMCC from 11 – 2. Open for dinner every Monday evening at Union United Methodist from 4 – 7pm. All are welcome! No charge, donations appreciated.

TICKETS STILL AVAILABLE to the “Rockettes – Christmas Spectacular” bus Trip on Thursday, December 6 with time to shop after the show!  Cost of $179 per person includes round trip bus fare, tip for driver and tickets on the first mezzanine for the 11am show. Make this your special, holiday tradition! Call NOW 410-745-6073

Local Farmer, Jena Paice brings the whole farm experience to local kids at the St. Michaels Community Center. From learning about creating healthy soil to preparing a family feast, the “Green Team” of SMCC gets to experience the full meaning of where their food comes from, the importance of farmers in our community and why it’s so important to eat healthy. Jena Paice has been developing this comprehensive program for  local elementary school children in St. Michaels for over 3 years.

In addition to Jena’s farm, Spiritgrower, the “Green Team” at SMCC has been enthusiastically welcomed to most local farms in our area and have had the opportunity to gather warm eggs from mother hens, witness the fresh rows of newly planted crops, pull fresh greens, dig potatoes and radishes, pluck other produce from the earth and witness newborn baby farm animals joining the farm family. As Jena says, “The kids just light up with excitement running through the fields. It’s truly one of my greatest joys as a farmer.”

Jena and the Green Team maintain two garden beds at the SMCC Community Garden in St. Michaels. Besides learning about proper planting, harvesting techniques and raising livestock, kids also get a comprehensive education about food groups, building a healthy diet, and lots of experience cooking nutritious recipes with the treasures they reap from the gardens and farms. At the end of each After School Kids (A.S.K.) Semester and Summer Class session, the families of the students are invited to share the season’s rich bounty with a meal prepared by the class.

The “Green Team” is offered to area kids in grades K – 5th grade. For more information on how to participate or to learn more about the program, please call 410-745-5102.

NEW!
JEANNIE’S COMMUNITY CAFÉ – St. Michaels Community Center is proud to announce the expansion of our soup kitchen! This “Pay what you can, if you can” food service will now be called “Jeannie’s Community Café” and will still offer lunch at SMCC on Fridays from 11:00-3:00 but, will now also offer dinner at Union United Methodist Church on Monday evenings from 4:00 – 7:00. Donations to this program will still be accepted at SMCC.

NEW!
GOVERNOR’S CITATION – On July 17, 2018, Bridgette Lundfelt, The Outreach Director in the Governor’s Office of Community Initiatives presented Trish Payne, Executive Director of St. Michaels Community Center with the Governor’s Citation for providing quality activities and services that contribute to the physical, emotional and social well-being of the community. Trish, her staff and the many volunteers at SMCC were praised by the people of Maryland and awarded appreciation, great respect and admiration for making a positive difference in the lives and life experiences of the residents of St. Michaels.

UPCOMING EVENTS:

BLOCK PARTY – Saturday, September 22, 2018 – 11:00am – 3:00pm – Fremont Street
Come join SMCC for this FREE Community Event. Music, Dancing, Games & Cookout. Fun, Food & Fellowship!

WESTERN MARYLAND SCENIC RAILROAD – Thursday, October 11, 2018
View the fall foliage from aboard a vintage dining car! Trip includes lunch, dessert, train ticket and transportation. Bus leaves St. Michaels at 7:00am and returns at 6:30pm. This trip is always sold out, so reserve your ticket today. $140/person.

RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR – Thursday, December 6, 2018
Trip includes ticket to 11:00am show featuring the famous Radio City Music Hall Rockettes, time for shopping or sightseeing and transportation to New York. Call 410-745-6-073 for tickets!! $179 per person. Also offering transportation only at $90/person for those wanting to spend their NY minute doing some Christmas shopping.

2018 St. Michaels Community Center – Homecoming Dance
Sat, August 25, 2018 – 8:00 pm at St. Michaels Inn

Seven local couples are competing to be this year’s Homecoming King and Queen. Our court includes Shawn & Marissa Carter, Jason &Laura Chance, Mike & Courtney Gorman, Kim & Bob Hannon, Helene & Ed Higgins, Peter & Lucka Paris, and Richard & Monica White. To cast your vote, or to buy a ticket to the Dance, call 410-745-6073.

SNEAK PREVIEW – AUCTION ITEMS at SMCC 2018 Homecoming
Just Released – The following items will be up for bid at the Homecoming Dance. Bidders must be present to win!

TWO WEEKS in a 3 BR/3.5 BA KEY WEST vacation home complete with king suite, pool and balcony in the White Street Gallery District. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and everything you need to soak in the beauty and sunshine of the Keys.

WEEK OF RELAXATION in ST. JOHN, USVI– Large, hillside apartment with queen suite within walking distance to restaurants, shops and markets. Watch the sunrise from the deck or relax in the hot tub! Gorgeous, lush landscape, world-class beaches, hiking, fishing and water sports all at your fingertips!

Other items include Maine Cottage Retreat, Tickets to Redskins game, Tickets to Orioles game and more…..Stay tuned for more information.

SMCC is proud to present FREE Concerts in the Park all summer long!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 16 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Young Bucks – local young talent

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 23 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Comfort Zone – Motown and R&B

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 30 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Drifter’s Union – Classic Rock!

On-Going Programs
Every Monday (12:30pm – 2:00pm) and Wednesday (1:00 – 2:00) – Food Distribution
In order to help support St. Vincent DePaul in their distribution efforts, St. Michaels Community Center offers food distribution twice per week at our building located at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Open to all Talbot County residents. Must provide identification. Each family can participate once per week.

Every Wednesday – Senior Gathering – 10:30am
In partnership with Upper Shore Aging, St. Michaels Community Center hosts a Senior Gathering weekly. Beginning at 10:30 with games and activities followed at 11:30am for healthy lunch and conversation. Suggested donation is $2 per person.

Every Thursday – Mahjong – 10:00am
St. Michaels Community Center proudly announces Mahjong Play, hosted by Blue Crab Coffee on Fremont Street in St. Michaels. No charge. All skill levels are invited to attend!

UPDATED
Jeannie’s Community Café – Monday Dinner and Friday Lunch
All are welcome to attend! Jeannie provides a hot, nutritious meal every Friday at St. Michaels Community Center from 11:00- 3:00 and on Monday evenings at Union United Methodist Church from 4:00-7:00pm. Menu changes weekly but is sure to please. Pay what you can, if you can! Eat in or Take Out available.

SMCC is proud to present FREE Concerts in the Park all summer long!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 9 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Joe Hickey – Acoustic music in your face!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 16 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Young Bucks – local young talent

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 23 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Comfort Zone – Motown and R&B

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 30 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Drifter’s Union – Classic Rock!

NEW!
BLOCK PARTY – Saturday, September 22, 2018 – 11:00am – 3:00pm – Fremont Street
Come join SMCC for this FREE Community Event. Music, Dancing, Games & Cookout. Fun, Food & Fellowship!

NEW!
WESTERN MARYLAND SCENIC RAILROAD – Thursday, October 11, 2018
View the fall foliage from aboard a vintage dining car! Trip includes lunch, dessert, train ticket and transportation. Bus leaves St. Michaels at 7:00am and returns at 6:30pm. This trip is always sold out, so reserve your ticket today. $140/person.

NEW!
RADIO CITY MUSIC HALL CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR – Thursday, December 6, 2018
Trip includes ticket to 11:00am show featuring the famous Radio City Music Hall Rockettes, time for shopping or sightseeing and transportation to New York. Call 410-745-6-073 for tickets!! $179 per person. Also offering transportation only at $90/person for those wanting to spend their NY minute doing some Christmas shopping.

2018 St. Michaels Community Center – Homecoming Dance
Sat, August 25, 2018 – 8:00 pm at St. Michaels Inn

The theme of this year’s Homecoming is “The Golden Age of Hollywood”. Live music will be provided by Radio City, dancing, lite fare, raffles, live auction and more. Our court includes Shawn & Marissa Carter, Laura Chance, Mike & Courtney Gorman, Kim & Bob Hannon, Helene & Ed Higgins, Peter & Lucka Paris, and Richard & Monica White. Each ticket purchased, or donation made in one of their names gets them closer to the crown!! Tickets are on sale now, $65 per person, or a reserved table of 8 for $600. Tickets are available by calling 410-745-6073 or contacting a member of the Court.

NEW!!
SNEAK PREVIEW – AUCTION ITEMS at SMCC 2018 Homecoming
Just Released – The following items will be up for bid at the Homecoming Dance. Bidders must be present to win!

TWO WEEKS in a 3 BR/3.5 BA KEY WEST vacation home complete with king suite, pool and balcony in the White Street Gallery District. Walking distance to shops, restaurants and everything you need to soak in the beauty and sunshine of the Keys.

WEEK OF RELAXATION in ST. JOHN, USVI– Large, hillside apartment with queen suite within walking distance to restaurants, shops and markets. Watch the sunrise from the deck or relax in the hot tub! Gorgeous, lush landscape, world-class beaches, hiking, fishing and water sports all at your fingertips!

Other items include Maine Cottage Retreat, Tickets to Redskins game, Tickets to Orioles game and more…..Stay tuned for more information.

On-Going Programs
Every Monday (12:30pm – 2:00pm) and Wednesday (1:00 – 2:00) – Food Distribution
In order to help support St. Vincent DePaul in their distribution efforts, St. Michaels Community Center offers food distribution twice per week at our building located at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Open to all Talbot County residents. Must provide identification. Each family can participate once per week.

Every Wednesday – Senior Gathering – 10:30am
In partnership with Upper Shore Aging, St. Michaels Community Center hosts a Senior Gathering weekly. Beginning at 10:30 with games and activities followed at 11:30am for healthy lunch and conversation. Suggested donation is $2 per person.

Every Thursday – Mahjong – 10:00am
St. Michaels Community Center proudly announces Mahjong Play, hosted by Blue Crab Coffee on Fremont Street in St. Michaels. No charge. All skill levels are invited to attend!

Every Friday – Aunt Jeannie’s Soup Kitchen – 11:00am – 3:00pm
All are welcome to attend! Jeannie provides a hot, nutritious lunch every Friday at SMCC at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Menu changes weekly but is sure to please. Pay what you can, if you can! Eat in or Take Out available.

Past Events

EVER AFTER, A MUSICAL

St. Michaels Community Center proudly presented EVER AFTER, A MUSICAL on Friday, July 27th at SMMHS Auditorium. This comedic musical featured the students from our “Acting Up” summer program as some of your favorite fairytale characters. It was performed under the direction of, Trish Payne, SMCC’s Executive Director. Pictured from left to right are: Ava McKay, Jazmyn Phillips, Josie Gray, Lily Tyler, Lilly Gray, Ilijah Jenkins, Kaidence Phillips, Neo Morenilla, Alexandria Rockwell. Not pictured is Buel Jensen.

TALBOT IDOL

St. Michaels Community Center presented the 4th Annual Talbot Idol Competition on August 5th at St. Michaels Middle-High School Auditorium. This annual event is a showcase of our local talent, and we are a community full of local talent. We wish to congratulate our winners: Taryn Bell (Adult), Javion Jones (Youth) and our Overall Grand Prize winner, Lane Morgan, who received $250 and the Grand Prize trophy. Our Group competition ended in a tie of duets with Lane Morgan & Javion Jones and Jim Haddaway & Nick Crassini.

St. Michaels Community Center hosted “Paint Out” in Muskrat Park on Tuesday, July 17th where over 100 kids got to experience different art mediums all for FREE. There were tables for sand art, tissue paper crafts, basket making with local weaver Heidi Wetzel and Sensory Art with Blair Selby from St. Luke’s School, just to name a few. A painting contest was held, and the judges had a difficult time picking winners due to the amazing talent of our young artists. Even sidewalk chalk was provided for the ones too young to participate in the other activities.

Co-chairs of this event for SMCC, April Adams and Marianne Jackson, were “thankful for all the volunteers that came out to help on a very hot and humid day. But the kids didn’t seem to notice.” This was the first year that SMCC was host of this event and they can’t wait for next year. “Next year will be even better!” stated Jackson.

Ever After – A Musical – The St. Michaels Community Center presents the Summer Kids Production of “The Ever After, A Musical”. A short, silly, song-filled romp about what happened to our favorite storybook characters in the “ever-after”. Very simple but funny musical showcasing local kids from 2nd to 5th grades. A GREAT evening out for families with small children. Join us at 7pm on Friday, July 27 at St. Michaels High School Auditorium. Free to all but donations are very gratefully accepted. Funded in part by the Talbot County Arts Council with funds from the Maryland State Arts Council. Show lasts about 50 minutes followed by a small reception with refreshments. Call 410-745-6073 for more information.

Talbot Idol – SMCC is proud to present Talbot Idol, held at St. Michaels Middle/High School
Auditorium. Auditions – August 4th from 9:00am to 4:00 pm.(You MUST call 410-745-6073 to schedule your audition time! – $20 entry fee).LIVE Competition begins at 3:00pm – August 5th(Winners are voted on by the AUDIENCE!)What a great opportunity to showcase your singing talent.

Prizes awarded for top Youth, Adult and Group performances. Tickets: $10/Adult & $5/student. Grand Prize is $250 plus Annual Grand Champion Trophy.

(funded in part by the Talbot County Arts Council with funds from Talbot County Council and Maryland State Arts Council)

National Night Out – Tuesday, August 7th – 5:00 – 8:00 pm – Bay Hundred Area Pool and SMES Parking Lot
The St. Michaels Police Department will be hosting the Inaugural St. Michaels – Bay Hundred National Night Out on August 7th with help from several local organizations. Come out and join us for this FREE event. It promises to be an evening full of free food, fun and fellowship! For more information, contact Marianne of St. Michaels Community Center at 410-745-6073.

SMCC is proud to present FREE Concerts in the Park all summer long!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 26 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Chris Noyes – Bay Hundred’s own songstress!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 2 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Anthony “Turk” Cannon Project – Funky Jazz!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 9 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Joe Hickey – Acoustic music in your face!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 16 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Young Bucks – local young talent

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 23 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Comfort Zone – Motown and R&B

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, August 30 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Drifter’s Union – Classic Rock!

2018 St. Michaels Community Center – Homecoming Dance – Sat, August 25, 2018 – 8:00 pm at St. Michaels Inn
The theme of this year’s Homecoming is “The Golden Age of Hollywood”. Live music will be provided by Radio City, dancing, lite fare, raffles, live auction and more. Our court includes Shawn & Marissa Carter, Laura Chance, Mike & Courtney Gorman, Kim & Bob Hannon, Helene & Ed Higgins, Peter &Lucka Paris, and Richard & Monica White. Each ticket purchased, or donation made in one of their names gets them closer to the crown!! Tickets are on sale now, $65 per person, or a reserved table of 8 for $600. Tickets are available by calling 410-745-6073 or contacting a member of the Court.

Watch our FB page for chances to win FREE tickets during the “Where’s Marilyn” contest!

Summer Youth Programs

We still have openings in some of our Summer Programs! Call today to register. 410-745-5102.

July 30 – Aug 2 Summer Gardens – From Garden to Table, we’ll explore the world of gardening. Join us for a few field trips and hanging out in the kitchen creating tasty treats from the fruits and vegetable we gather. $95.

August 6 – 9 Artistic Expression – Do you like art? Like exploring different types of art? This program offers the opportunity to explore different art techniques and projects each day. We might even take a field trip or two! $95.

(Scholarships are available. For more info, contact Amy Dewitt at 410-745-5102)

Meet Courtney Crab!! She will be our model for the next Sip ‘n Paint with Josepha Price on August 10th from 6-9 pm. We will be painting on a crab basket lid for this class and the cost will be $40/person. There will be wine and snacks to enjoy! Come join us for fun, fellowship and painting!! Call today to reserve your basket lid – limited supply! This class is sure to fill quickly. 410-745-6073.

On-Going Programs

Every Monday (12:30pm – 2:00pm) and Wednesday (1:00 – 2:00) – Food Distribution
In order to help support St. Vincent DePaul in their distribution efforts, St. Michaels Community Center offers food distribution twice per week at our building located at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Open to all Talbot County residents. Must provide identification. Each family can participate once per week.

Every Wednesday – Senior Gathering – 10:30am
In partnership with Upper Shore Aging, St. Michaels Community Center hosts a Senior Gathering weekly. Beginning at 10:30 with games and activities followed at 11:30am for healthy lunch and conversation. Suggested donation is $2 per person.

Every Thursday – Mahjong – 10:00am
St. Michaels Community Center proudly announces Mahjong Play, hosted by Blue Crab Coffee on Fremont Street in St. Michaels. No charge. All skill levels are invited to attend!

Every Friday – Aunt Jeannie’s Soup Kitchen – 11:00am – 3:00pm
All are welcome to attend! Jeannie provides a hot, nutritious lunch every Friday at SMCC at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Menu changes weekly but is sure to please. Pay what you can, if you can! Eat in or Take Out available.

Plein Air – Kid’s Day Paint Out in St. Michaels – Tuesday, July 17th – 1:00 – 4:00 pm
St. Michaels Community Center will be hosting the Kid’s Day Paint Out in Muskrat Park. Registration is open and free for kids ages 4 and up for the Paint Out which will take place from 1-3 pm. Prizes will be awarded at 4:00. Kids can also participate in other art projects in various mediums set up in stations around the park. This event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is requested to help with purchasing of supplies and can be made by contacting SMCC at 410-745-6073. Registration can be made at the park the day of the event as well. All kids that participate will receive a kiddie ice cream cone courtesy of Justine’s Ice Cream Parlour!

Talbot Idol – SMCC is proud to present Talbot Idol, held at St. Michaels Middle/High School
Auditorium. Auditions – August 4th from 9:00am to 4:00 pm.(You MUST call 410-745-6073 to schedule your audition time! – $20 entry fee). LIVE Competition begins at 3:00pm – August 5th (Winners are voted on by the AUDIENCE!) What a great opportunity to showcase your singing talent.

Prizes awarded for top Youth, Adult and Group performances. Tickets: $10/Adult & $5/student. Grand Prize is $250 plus Annual Grand Champion Trophy.

(funded in part by the Talbot County Arts Council with funds from Talbot County Council and Maryland State Arts Council)

National Night Out – Tuesday, August 7th – 5:00 – 8:00 pm – Bay Hundred Area Pool and SMES Parking Lot
The St. Michaels Police Department will be hosting the Inaugural St. Michaels – Bay Hundred National Night Out on August 7th with help from several local organizations. Come out and join us for this FREE event. It promises to be an evening full of free food, fun and fellowship! For more information, contact Marianne of St. Michaels Community Center at 410-745-6073.

SMCC is proud to present FREE Concerts in the Park all summer long!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 12 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Three Penny Opera – local crowd favorite!!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 19 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Bay Jazz Project – upbeat jazz

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 26 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Chris Noyes – Bay Hundred’s own songstress!

2018 St. Michaels Community Center – Homecoming Dance – Sat, August 25, 2018 – 8:00 pm at St. Michaels Inn
The theme of this year’s Homecoming is “The Golden Age of Hollywood”. Live music will be provided by Radio City, dancing, lite fare, raffles, live auction and more. Our court includes Shawn & Marissa Carter, Laura Chance, Mike & Courtney Gorman, Kim & Bob Hannon, Helene & Ed Higgins, Peter & Lucka Paris, and Richard & Monica White. Each ticket purchased, or donation made in one of their names gets them closer to the crown!! Tickets are on sale now, $65 per person, or a reserved table of 8 for $600. Tickets are available by calling 410-745-6073 or contacting a member of the Court.

Watch our FB page for chances to win FREE tickets during the “Where’s Marilyn” contest!

Summer Youth Programs

We still have openings in some of our Summer Programs! Call today to register. 410-745-5102.

July 16 – 19 Mosaics – Join award-winning mosaic artist Jen Wagner in the creation of a mosaic mural. Participants will produce a mural of their design to become part of an on-going exhibit at SMCC. $95.

July 16 – 26 Acting Up – Want to sing? Dance? Act? This class is for you! We will learn the parts of the musical, Welcome to the Ever After, over two weeks and then have a show on Saturday, July 28th. No experience necessary! Grade 3 and up. $100.

July 30 – Aug 2 Summer Gardens – From Garden to Table, we’ll explore the world of gardening. Join us for a few field trips and hanging out in the kitchen creating tasty treats from the fruits and vegetable we gather. $95.

August 6 – 9 Artistic Expression – Do you like art? Like exploring different types of art? This program offers the opportunity to explore different art techniques and projects each day. We might even take a field trip or two! $95.

(Scholarships are available. For more info, contact Amy Dewitt at 410-745-5102)

Meet Courtney Crab!! She will be our model for the next Sip ‘n Paint with Josepha Price on August 10th from 6-9 pm. We will be painting on a crab basket lid for this class and the cost will be $40/person. There will be wine and snacks to enjoy! Come join us for fun, fellowship and painting!! Call today to reserve your basket lid – limited supply! This class is sure to fill quickly. 410-745-6073.

On-Going Programs

Every Monday (12:30pm – 2:00pm) and Wednesday (1:00 – 2:00) – Food Distribution
In order to help support St. Vincent DePaul in their distribution efforts, St. Michaels Community Center offers food distribution twice per week at our building located at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Open to all Talbot County residents. Must provide identification. Each family can participate once per week.

Every Wednesday – Senior Gathering – 10:30am
In partnership with Upper Shore Aging, St. Michaels Community Center hosts a Senior Gathering weekly. Beginning at 10:30 with games and activities followed at 11:30am for healthy lunch and conversation. Suggested donation is $2 per person.

Every Thursday – Mahjong – 10:00am
St. Michaels Community Center proudly announces Mahjong Play, hosted by Blue Crab Coffee on Fremont Street in St. Michaels. No charge. All skill levels are invited to attend!

Every Friday – Aunt Jeannie’s Soup Kitchen – 11:00am – 3:00pm
All are welcome to attend! Jeannie provides a hot, nutritious lunch every Friday at SMCC at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Menu changes weekly but is sure to please. Pay what you can, if you can! Eat in or Take Out available.

Every Monday (12:30pm – 2:00pm) and Wednesday (1:00 – 2:00) – Food Distribution
In order to help support St. Vincent DePaul in their distribution efforts, St. Michaels Community Center offers food distribution twice per week at our building located at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Open to all Talbot County residents. Must provide identification. Each family can participate once per week.

Every Wednesday – Senior Gathering – 10:30am
In partnership with Upper Shore Aging, St. Michaels Community Center hosts a Senior Gathering weekly. Beginning at 10:30 with games and activities followed at 11:30am for healthy lunch and conversation. Suggested donation is $2 per person.

Every Thursday – Mahjong – 10:00am
St. Michaels Community Center proudly announces Mahjong Play, hosted by Blue Crab Coffee on Fremont Street in St. Michaels. No charge. All skill levels are invited to attend!

Every Friday – Aunt Jeannie’s Soup Kitchen – 11:00am – 3:00pm
All are welcome to attend! Jeannie provides a hot, nutritious lunch every Friday at SMCC at 103 Railroad Avenue in St. Michaels. Menu changes weekly but is sure to please. Pay what you can, if you can! Eat in or Take Out available.

UPCOMING EVENTS:
NEW!!
Plein Air – Kid’s Day Paint Out in St. Michaels – Tuesday, July 17th – 1:00 – 4:00 pm
St. Michaels Community Center will be hosting the Kid’s Day Paint Out in Muskrat Park. Registration is open and free for kids ages 4 and up for the Paint Out which will take place from 1-3 pm. Prizes will be awarded at 4:00.Kids can also participate in other art projects in various mediums set up in stations around the park. This event is free and open to the public. Pre-registration is requested to help with purchasing of supplies and can be made by contacting SMCC at 410-745-6073. Registration can be made at the park the day of the event as well.

Talbot Idol – SMCC is proud to present Talbot Idol, held at St. Michaels Middle/High School
Auditorium. Auditions – August 4th from 9:00am to 4:00 pm. (You MUST call 410-745-6073 to schedule your audition time! – $20 entry fee). LIVE Competition begins at 3:00pm – August 5th (Winners are voted on by the AUDIENCE!) What a great opportunity to showcase your singing talent.

Prizes awarded for top Youth, Adult and Group performances. Tickets: $10/Adult & $5/student. Grand Prize is $250 plus Annual Grand Champion Trophy.

(Funded in part by the Talbot County Arts Council with funds from Talbot County Council and Maryland State Arts Council.)

NEW!!
National Night Out – Tuesday, August 7th – 5:00 – 8:00 pm – Bay Hundred Area Pool and SMES Parking Lot
The St. Michaels Police Department will be hosting the Inaugural St. Michaels – Bay Hundred National Night Out on August 7th with help from several local organizations. Come out and join us for this FREE event. It promises to be an evening full of free food, fun and fellowship! For more information, contact Marianne of St. Michaels Community Center at 410-745-6073.

2018 St. Michaels Community Center – Homecoming Dance – Saturday, August 25, 2018 – 8:00 pm at St. Michaels Inn
The theme of this year’s Homecoming is “The Golden Age of Hollywood”. Live music will be provided by Radio City, dancing, lite fare, raffles, live auction and more. Our court includes Shawn & Marissa Carter, Laura Chance, Mike & Courtney Gorman, Kim & Bob Hannon, Helene & Ed Higgins, Peter & Lucka Paris, and Richard & Monica White. Each ticket purchased, or donation made in one of their names gets them closer to the crown!! Tickets are on sale now, $65 per person, or a reserved table of 8 for $600. Tickets are available by calling 410-745-6073 or contacting a member of the Court.

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, June 28 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Flatland Drive – bluegrass

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 5 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Blues DeVille – rocking blues
The Drawing for our Fishing Trip on “The Biff” will be drawn during intermission.

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 12 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Three Penny Opera – local crowd favorite!!

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 19 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Bay Jazz Project – upbeat jazz

Concerts in the Park – Thursday, July 26 – 6:30-8:00 pm – Muskrat Park, St. Michaels
Chris Noyes – Bay Hundred’s own songstress!

Summer Youth Programs

We still have openings in some of our Summer Programs! Call today to register. 410-745-5102.

June 27th Harry Potter Day – This year marks the 20th anniversary of the first Harry Potter book. Come celebrate with Ms. Carla and be sorted by the Sorting Hat. You will have a wizardly good time at Hogwarts. $25.

July 9 – 12 Fun in the Sun – A wonderful week of playing outside! Explore the park, play outdoor games and go on a few field trips too! $95.

July 16 – 19 Mosaics – Join award-winning mosaic artist Jen Wagner in the creation of a mosaic mural. Participants will produce a mural of their design to become part of an on-going exhibit at SMCC. $95.

July 6 – 26 Acting Up – Want to sing? Dance? Act? This class is for you! We will learn the parts of the musical, Welcome to the Ever After, over two weeks and then have a show on Saturday, July 28th. No experience necessary! $100.

July 10 – Aug 2 Bowling League – Tues & Thurs only – A month-long bowling league at Easton Bowling Center. We provide the transportation to and from Easton. We should play 3-4 games each day and eat lunch in the park. Socks required. $60.

July 30 – Aug 2 Summer Gardens – From Garden to Table, we’ll explore the world of gardening. Join us for a few field trips and hanging out in the kitchen creating tasty treats from the fruits and vegetable we gather. $95.

August 6 – 9 Artistic Expression – Do you like art? Like exploring different types of art? This program offers the opportunity to explore different art techniques and projects each day. We might even take a field trip or two! $95.

Mondays Community Club – This on-going program meets every Monday to do community service projects throughout town. This is an incentive-based program where points are earned for the hours you contribute. Pizza Parties and Field Trips free of charge are planned for those who log the hours. Call Amy Dewitt for more information, 410-745-5102.

(Scholarships are available. For more info, contact Amy Dewitt at 410-745-5102)

Jen Shatwell and Jonathan Dietrich

Not everyone looks back on high school fondly, so when the St. Michaels Community Center (SMCC) went searching for volunteers to run for King and Queen of its upcoming Homecoming Dance fundraiser on Saturday, Aug. 26 … well … let’s just say that hands didn’t shoot up into the air.

Soon and surely enough, though, eight couples stepped forward and throttled down into the fast lane of teenage nostalgia. This motley crew of now upstanding citizens represents a history of all kinds—the academics and valedictorians, the debate teamers, the cheerleaders, the sports team leaders, the newspaper editors, the band captains, the class clowns and more—and for the next four weeks, they are committed to doing whatever it takes to raise critical cash and in-kind donations for SMCC, now in its 26th year of serving kids, elders and other circles of neighbors across our Bay Hundred Area.

Even if it means tucking their egos into a drawer.

Laura and Jason Chance

That’s right, the SMCC Homecoming Court will be donning tutus, washing cars, sharing throwback photographs of themselves from high school on Facebook, dressing up in the fashion of their graduation decade, and dancing the night away on Aug. 26—all in the name of charity.

Those competitors are Laura and Jason Chance, Crystal Foxwell and Derrick Richardson, Peter and Lucka Paris, Jen Shatwell and Jonathan Dietrich (JD), Karen and Langley Shook, Chief Anthony Smith and A’knea Smith, Kathy Lash and Joe Trippi, and Shawn and Marissa Carter.

SMCC’s Homecoming Dance is open to the public and all Bay Hundred residents are welcome to dance the night away to the sounds of their own high school generations. You can follow the competition for court on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/smccorg/ and vote for who you’d like to seen crowned King and Queen when you buy tickets online at http://www.stmichaelscc.org/. Yes, you can make a tax-deductible donation and vote even if you don’t want to attend the dance, but why wouldn’t you want to dance through the decades for a good cause?

For more information please contact:
Jen Shatwell, SMCC Board Member and Communications Committee Chair
(202) 262-1488
jenshatwell@gmail.com