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25th Annual Caliber Awards Ceremony Celebrates Local Behavioral Health Leaders in the Mid-Shore

Nina Ovian, Marketing and Events Coordinator novian@midshorebehavioralhealth.org (410) 714-8731   25th ANNUAL CALIBER AWARDS CEREMONY CELEBRATES LOCAL BEHAVIORAL HEALTH LEADERS IN THE MID-SHORE GRASONVILLE, MD – The 25th Annual Caliber Awards was hosted by Mid Shore Behavioral Health, Inc. (MSBH) on May 19th, 2023 at the Chesapeake environmental Center in Grasonville. This annual event honors the exceptional work and dedication of dozens of community leaders working to enhance the mid-shore region’s

Benedictine's Spring Fundraising Gala ''An Evening In Casablanca'' Held at Trident Aircraft Hangar

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE  Janine M Lis, Marketing and Communications Manager 410.634.2292, janine.lis@benschool.org   Benedictine’s Spring Fundraising Gala “An Evening In Casablanca” Held at Trident Aircraft Hangar Spring Gala raised funds and celebrated students and supported adults along with award recipients (Ridgely, MD – May 31, 2023) – The Benedictine Foundation held its annual Spring Gala fundraiser, themed “An Evening In Casablanca,” on Saturday, May 6th for the first time at the Trident

AUDITIONS FOR HARVEY AT CHURCH HILL THEATRE

AUDITIONS FOR HARVEY AT CHURCH HILL THEATRE  Church Hill, Maryland – June 1, 2023, Auditions for Harvey, Mary Chase’s Pulitzer Prize winning drama will be held at Church Hill Theatre on Monday and Wednesday, June 12th and 14th at 5:30 PM and Saturday morning, June 17th at 10 AM. Directed by Bonnie Hill, the play runs three weekends from September 8 – September 24. In this whimsical period comedy, Edward P. Dowd introduces his imaginary friend, Harvey, a six-and-a-half-foot rabbit, to guests at a society

The 2023 Green Room Gang Program is Still Accepting Registrations for Seniors

Wilson-Hypes Named Health Educator for Shore Medical Center at Chestertown’s Rural Health Care Transformation Team

Media Contact:  Trena Williamson, Regional Director Marketing and Communications, UM Shore Regional HealthE: trena.williamson@umm.edu, Cell: 443-480-1960                  Wilson-Hypes Named Health Educator for Shore Medical Center at Chestertown’s Rural Health Care Transformation Team CHESTERTOWN, Md. (May 30, 2023) – Sandra Wilson-Hypes has joined the University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Chestertown as Health Educator on the hospital’s Rural Health Care Transformation team. The Health Educator

Matilda Opens June 9th

Maryland Mortgage Assistance Program Expansion

Mortgage Assistance Program Expansion Estimated to Help More Than 1,000 Additional Marylanders Stay in Their Homes Since Homeowner Assistance Fund Program Began in 2021, the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has Assisted More Than 11,000 Marylanders Residents Behind on Payments, Housing Costs NEW CARROLLTON (May 25, 2023) — The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development has helped more than 11,000 homeowners behind on housing-related payments, including 6,000 who were

For All Seasons Joins Maryland Regional Navigator Program for Human Trafficking

CONTACT: BETH ANNE LANGRELL, 410-822-1018   For All Seasons Joins Maryland Regional Navigator Program for Human Trafficking  For All Seasons, is proud to be a part of the Governor's initiative – the Maryland Regional Navigator Program – serving human trafficking victims under the age of 24 on the Mid-Shore of Maryland. Although For All Seasons has been working with victims of human trafficking for years, this program connects our Regional Navigator with experts across the state to better support human

July 1 is Deadline for Caroline Foundation Grant Applications

July 1 is Deadline for Caroline Foundation Grant Applications The Caroline Foundation, in partnership with the Mid-Shore Community Foundation, invites organizations that provide medical and/or health-related services to residents of Caroline County, Maryland to apply for FY2024 grant funding.  Applicants must be nonprofit corporations with IRS tax-exempt status, or government-related entities. Applications are online at https://www.mscf.org/caroline-foundation. The deadline for submission is July 1,

Godfrey's Farm Blueberry Boogie 5K Walk/Run Scheduled for June 17th

Janine M Lis, Marketing and Communications Manager 410.634.2115 x1134, janine.lis@benschool.org   Godfrey’s Farm Blueberry Boogie 5K Walk/Run to Benefit Benedictine  Event to take place in Sudlersville on June 17th  Godfrey’s Farm 3rd annual Blueberry Boogie 5K Walk/Run, to take place on Saturday, June 17th, will once again benefit Benedictine. Last year’s event raised over $15,000 which included a matching gift from a generous donor that has pledged to match the funds raised again at this year’s

The Church Hill Theatre is Looking for Directors

The Church Hill Theatre is looking for Directors.  Please call Juanita if you are interested or have any questions. Juanita Wieczoreck Theater Business Manager  churchhilltheatre.org 410.556.6003  

State of MD Receives More Than $29 Million for Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention

State of Maryland Receives More Than $29 Million for Affordable Housing and Homelessness Prevention Federal Funding from Two Programs will be Administered by the Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development NEW CARROLLTON, MD (May 22, 2023) — Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development (DHCD) Secretary Jake Day today announced the department will administer nearly $24 million in federal funding to provide gap financing to projects statewide that will create dozens of affordable

May is Mental Health Awareness Month – For All Seasons Provides Tips for All Ages

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE (EASTON, MD – MAY 19, 2023)CONTACT: BETH ANNE LANGRELL, 410-822-1018 May is Mental Health Awareness Month – For All Seasons Provides Tips for All Ages   May is Mental Health Awareness Month and For All Seasons wants the public to know that it is never too early or too late to seek treatment for your mental health. Mental health is an essential part of overall health. Unlike other physical and mental disabilities, depression, anxiety, and other challenges may not always be readily

Benedictine Celebrates Sr. Jeannette Award Winner and All Nominees

Benedictine Celebrates Sr. Jeannette Award Winner and All NomineesDistinguished Award Given During Lunch Celebration  (Ridgely, MD – May 16, 2023) – Benedictine celebrated the winner and all the nominees of the distinguished Sister Jeannette award during a luncheon earlier this spring. The award was established in 2012 by the Benedictine Board of Directors in honor of Sister Jeannette, who served as Benedictine’s leader for over 30 years. The annual award recognizes an employee who exemplifies Benedictine’s

Choptank Health testifies at Senate hearing

Contact: Lucie Hughes, Director of CommunicationChoptank Community Health System410-479-2650, lhughes@choptankhealth.org   Choptank Health testifies at Senate hearing The importance of access to rural healthcare was the topic for Choptank Community Health System CEO Sara Rich’s May 17 testimony at a hearing titled, “Improving Health Care Access in Rural Communities: Obstacles and Opportunities” before the Senate Committee on Finance Health Care Subcommittee.  Presiding over the Subcommittee hearing were

Roald Dahl’s Matilda, The Musical, will open at Church Hill Theatre on June 9th and run for three weekends until June 25th

Roald Dahl’s Matilda, The Musical Opening Soon At Church Hill Theatre  Roald Dahl’s Matilda, The Musical, will open at Church Hill Theatre on June 9th and run for three weekends until June 25th.  With a large cast (including 19 local young people), an orchestra, and some nifty special effects, the theatre’s signature musical show is sure to sell out quickly. CHT management suggests you reserve tickets now on the website churchhilltheatre.org or by calling the office at (410) 556-6003.Matilda was introduced

Governor Moore Announces $15 Million Available for Small Business Relief

Governor Moore Announces $15 Million Available for Small Business Relief  ANNAPOLIS, MD — Governor Wes Moore today announced a $15 million commitment to minority-led small business lender Lendistry to provide relief to Maryland small businesses. The commitment is the latest investment through the State Small Business Credit Initiative, through which Maryland is deploying up to $198 million in federal relief. “As the first Community Development Fund Institution to begin offering loans through Maryland’s

Shannon Hart, BSN, RN, Honored as 2023 UM SRH Nurse of the Year

Media Contact:  Trena Williamson, Regional Director Marketing and Communications, UM Shore Regional HealthEmail: Trena.Williamson@umm.edu; Cell: 443-480-1960                  Shannon Hart, BSN, RN, Honored as 2023 UM SRH Nurse of the Year EASTON, Md. (May 16, 2023) - Shannon Hart, RN, clinical nurse coordinator on the 2 East Multispecialty Unit at University of Maryland Shore Regional Health, has been named SRH’s Nurse of the Year. Hart was chosen by the SRH Nurse Excellence Awards Committee from over 30

The Fiber Arts Center Presents the Quilts of Lisa Fields

The Fiber Arts Center Presents the Quilts of Lisa Fields Lisa Fields began her quilting journey in April of 1990. She describes herself as more of a utilitarian quilter and loves making quilts as gifts for others. She enjoys all aspects of quilting from selection of fabrics to binding the quilts that she stitches. Lisa has taken many quilt workshops through the years and she loves trying out new quilting techniques and styles. Her favorite part of the quilting experience, however, is enjoying the

University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton Earns “A” Safety Grade

Media Contact:  Trena Williamson, Regional Director Marketing and Communications, UM Shore Regional HealthEmail: Trena.Williamson@umm.edu; Cell: 443-480-1960                  University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton Earns “A” Safety Grade EASTON, Md. - University of Maryland Shore Medical Center at Easton, a member organization of the University of Maryland Medical System (UMMS), has received an "A" Hospital Safety Grade in The Leapfrog Group’s fall 2023 reporting period. This marks the sixth

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Key Hires

Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development Announces Key Hires Department’s Leadership Team Takes Shape with New Assistant Secretary, Chief Operating Officer and New Roles to Advance Agency’s Mission  NEW CARROLLTON – The Maryland Department of Housing and Community Development announced that it has made several key hires in senior leadership roles at the agency as it builds upon its successes and implements new initiatives that will shape the department’s focus in the coming years. Under

Wanted: Someone Like You to Become a Male Mentor

Wanted: Someone Like You to Become a Male Mentor Maryland’s Eastern Shore- Big Brothers Big Sisters of the Eastern Shore is excited to announce the kickoff of May’s Male Mentoring Challenge! All month long, the organization will challenge local men to volunteer as a mentor to create a long-lasting positive impact for a boy facing adversity. Throughout the campaign, the organization will also promote the significance of the special bond and experience having a male mentor means to boys in our communities.

Lisa Lisle Wins Maryland Emergency Nursing Award

Media Contact:  Trena Williamson, Regional Director  Marketing and Communications, UM Shore Regional HealthE: trena.williamson@umm.edu, Cell: 443-480-1960                    Lisa Lisle Wins Maryland Emergency Nursing Award EASTON, Md.  – Lisa Lisle, MSN, RN, CEN, Clinical Nurse Coordinator, University of Maryland Shore Emergency Center at Queenstown and EMS Base Station Coordinator for UM Shore Regional Health, was honored as Maryland Emergency Nurses Association Emergency Nurse of the Year by the

For All Seasons’ “Give With Your Heart” Campaign Shares Mental Health Stories

For All Seasons’ “Give With Your Heart” Campaign Shares Mental Health Stories  For All Seasons’ “Give With Your Heart Campaign” raised funds to continue its critical work to meet the increased mental health needs of the Eastern Shore. This virtual campaign underscored the importance of mental health and community connection. During the campaign, the agency shared meaningful stories through video interviews shared by its clients, community members, and board members. One video highlighted a former client

UM Shore Regional Health Recognizes National Donate Life Month

Media Contact:  Trena Williamson, Regional Director Marketing and Communications, UM Shore Regional HealthE: Trena.Williamson@umm.edu  Cell: 443-480-1960                   UM Shore Regional Health Recognizes National Donate Life Month EASTON, Md.  – University of Maryland Shore Regional Health (UM SRH) celebrated National Donate Life Month during April, honoring organ donors and bringing awareness to saving or enhancing lives through organ, eye and tissue donation.   Activities included raising the Donate

“The Lone Starburst Wall Hanging Class”

The Fiber Arts Center of the Eastern Shore Announces “The Lone Starburst Wall Hanging Class”  The Lone Starburst Wall Hanging is a versatile pattern that allows you to try out all different color arrangements. This scrappy sample with vibrant colors outlined with white is dramatic. The wall hanging is approximately 21" X 22" when finished with the cornerstone stars and borders. The cornerstone stars are also paper pieced. The method used to teach this starburst prevents you from needing to remove the

Start Your Caroline County Community Business with These Steps

Small businesses are the heart and soul of every community. They are what give a town its character and flavor. Plus, small businesses provide jobs and increase the tax base to pay for things like schools, emergency services, and parks. Their impact cannot be overstated, as small business owners are often leaders in the civic life of the communities they serve.  Your goal of wanting to start your own small business here in Caroline County is to be applauded. It does take a lot of work, but by following