Children and Nature Network Workshop

Thursday, July 24 at 7 p.m.

The Sarbanes Coastal Ecology Center, next to the Assateague National Park Visitor Center

Stephen Decatur Highway in Berlin (Worchester County)

Dr. Cheryl Charles will discuss the growing disconnect between children and nature, and the evidence of the benefits to children from direct experience with nature on a daily basis. Parents wishing to attend the lecture may bring children. Children’s programming will be provided concurrently by the Salisbury Zoo. Contact 410-213-2297 or csamis@mdcoastalbays.org.

Bead Lady Arts & Crafts Program

Thursday, July 24 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; $5

Assateague State Park, 7307 Stephen Decatur Highway in Berlin (Worcester County)

Local glass bead artist Vicki Todd of Bead Creation Station will demonstrate the process of making Venetian glass beads. Participants will learn jewelry knotting techniques and make a beautiful Assateague State Park keepsake using hand-made glass beads.

Discover Delmarva’s 10 Top 10 Plants & Wildlife

Friday, July 25 at 4 p.m.

The Sarbanes Coastal Ecology Center, next to the Assateague National Park Visitor Center

Stephen Decatur Highway in Berlin (Worchester County)

Children will learn how to identify 100 local plant and animal species. Participants will receive an Explore! Adventure Pack, which includes field guides, magnifying boxes, and other tools for exploring nature. Contact 410-213-2297 or csamis@mdcoastalbays.org.



Adult Adventure on Tuckahoe’s Challenge Course

Friday, July 25 from 6:30 p.m. to 8:00 p.m.; $15

Tuckahoe State Park, 13070 Crouse Mill Road in Queen Anne (Caroline County)

Kids get to enjoy Tuckahoe’s rope course – so why not adults? Join park staff for an evening of fun on the Challenge Course’s high elements: 40-foot rock wall, 50-foot giant swing and 25-foot pamper pole. Must be 16 years or older. Pre-registration required by calling 410-820-1668.

Bead Lady Arts & Crafts Program

Thursday, July 31 from 6:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.; $5

Assateague State Park, 7307 Stephen Decatur Highway in Berlin (Worcester County)

Local glass bead artist Vicki Todd of Bead Creation Station will demonstrate the process of making Venetian glass beads. Participants will learn jewelry knotting techniques and make a beautiful Assateague State Park keepsake using hand-made glass beads.

Labels: Assateague, Berline, Caroline, Delmarva, Eastern Shore, Queen Anne's County, Salisbury, Sarbanes, Tuckahoe, Worcester County

QAC Comm. Carole Fordonski and artist Janice McWilliams recently cut the ribbon to officially open Island Arts, a co-operative venture of some 27 artists (and counting).

It is located in a large pink building diagonally between the Piece of Cake Bakery and Rustico's restaurant, in the heart of Stevensville on Kent Island.

Artists and art lovers qued up to wander through the building which features an impressive range of art and craft for sale, including sculpture, painting, photography and jewelry, among others. Some of the artists will also offer classes in their various specialities.

Here Priscilla Schieder of Once Upon A Tide, which is located in the Broadneck area on the western shore, holds one of the popular lighthouse sculptures she is known for creating. She also does a variety of jewelry using natural materials, sometimes spending days to find the most harmonious combinations of driftwood, sea shells and beach glass.

Hours of operation are 10 am to 6 pm, Monday to Saturday, and 10 am to 6 pm on Sundays.

Information: 410-604-0721

Labels: Bakery, Broadneck, Carol Fordonski, Kent Island Federation of Art, Piece of Cake, Priscilla Schneider, Queen Anne's County, Rustico, Stevensville