Maryland Recreational Crabbing Season for the Chesapeake Bay Opens April 1
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Recreational crabbing season for Maryland’s Chesapeake Bay area opens on April 1st signaling that the summer season is not just on its way, but here! From catching your own or […]
Century-Old Art Deco Theatre is the Heart of Easton’s Music Scene
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“I fell in love the moment I walked into the Avalon Theatre,” recalls Ellen (General) Vatne, who spearheaded the resurrection of cultural and community mission of the space. “I could […]
Celebrate Black History Year Round
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Talbot County is one of the best places in the United States to take a deep dive into African American history. It is the birthplace of Frederick Douglass and also […]
National Plan for Vacation Day
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National Plan for Vacation Day (NPVD), celebrated on the last Tuesday in January, encourages Americans to plan their vacation days for the whole year, at the start of the year. […]
How to Shuck an Oyster
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To help you enjoy the oysters you purchased from one of Talbot County’s seafood markets, here is a brief oyster shucking tutorial: Step 1 – Pick up and hold the oyster […]
Recipe for Oyster Stew
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Provided by Chef Greg James of the Inn at Perry Cabin 1/8 cup butter, plus 1 tbsp. melted 1/4 cup minced celery 1/4 cup minced shallot 1/4 cups diced potatoes – […]
Talbot County Celebrates National Seafood Month and the Watermen Who Harvest It
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National Seafood Month October is National Seafood Month! As the air outside turns cool and leaves are turning hues of yellow, orange, and red, it’s time to celebrate the hard […]
Get to Crab Picking: Eastern-Shore Style
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Late summer and early fall months present the fattest, fullest crabs. And nestled along the shores of the Chesapeake Bay, Talbot County is home to some of the most prime pickin’ spots.
Frederick Douglass Mural to Be Unveiled in Easton on Sept. 4
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A new piece of public art featuring Frederick Douglass and his wife Anna Murray Douglass will be unveiled in The Hill Community in downtown Easton on Saturday, Sept. 4, at […]
Get the Scoop on Ice Cream
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When the weather gets warm, it’s time to grab a flavorful scoop of cool ice cream, and Talbot County’s serving up some great spots to fill a cone. Whether in […]