Oxford Antique Show and Sale November 11 and 12

In 1967 a group of Oxford citizens came together to establish a fundraiser that would support the Oxford Museum, the Oxford Lions Club and the Oxford Volunteer Fire Department. A tradition was born with the Ladies Auxiliary serving lunches, snacks and refreshments at the Annual Antique Show and Sale. In 1988 the Oxford Ladies Auxiliary became the sole sponsor of the show, with all proceeds from admissions, lunches, crafts, baked goods, patrons and the show program supporting the Oxford Volunteer Fire Department. 2017 is the 50th Anniversary of the show, making it the oldest continuous antique show on the Eastern Shore! The new show manager, Dottie Sommerville, has over 40 years in the business and has brought in many new dealers, and lots of old favorites to the show. This year there are 3 full rooms of antiques, making this the largest show ever and one not to be missed! Show hours are: Saturday 10-5 and Sunday 11-4. Admission is $4.00

Over the years the Auxiliary has gained a reputation for the best crab cakes in Oxford and mouth-watering baked goods. Check out the kitchen for a delicious lunch during the show, and take home some fabulous baked goods and homemade jam or pickles for later. The show features a raffle of “The Little Gardener”. The original statue was commissioned by Jacqueline Kennedy and is in the Rose Garden at the White House.

This year the Auxiliary is honored to display the original parade hat worn by Mrs Sara Benson. After this year’s show, it will go on permanent loan and display in the Oxford firehouse, a generous gift from Miss Sara’s son Dale and his wife Susan.

Since making a commitment to help pay off the mortgage in 2012 Auxiliary fundraisers have raised more than $391,000 specifically for that purpose! As of July 2017, the remaining balance on the mortgage is $60,811 which they are targeting for payoff this year. The goal of the Auxiliary is to support the work of the fire company through such activities as providing canteen on active fire scenes (no matter the hour or weather) and raising monies to help pay for apparatus, equipment and training.

The Auxiliary members are a hard-working and dedicated group who are proud to be an integral part of the Fire Company and the community of Oxford. In 2015 there was a name change to the Oxford Fire Company Auxiliary. Anyone within the 26154 zip code may apply who wishes to support the Oxford Volunteer Fire and Ambulance Company as they provide services that are so vital to our way of life in Oxford. For more information on the Auxiliary call 410-226-0030.