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May 2021
Pear Valley Lecture on the Lawn
The Northampton Historic Preservation Society will present a “Lecture on the Lawn” at Pear Valley on Sunday, May 16 at 2:00 p.m. Pear Valley was constructed circa 1740 and is a rare example of a single-family dwelling on the Eastern Shore from that period. It is a story and a half building with one room on the first floor, a loft upstairs and a large fireplace with hearth for cooking. It is the only remaining example of this architecture on the…
Find out more »Restaurant Week
During the week, participating restaurants from Cape Charles to Chincoteague Island will offer a selection of specials where a portion of the sales receipts are donated to the Eastern Shore Literacy Council. This is an opportunity to dine-in or carry out a delicious meal from your favorite restaurant or one you've never tried before. You will be supporting local businesses while helping the Eastern Shore Literacy Council and the free tutoring it provides to adult learners.
Find out more »Book Club Meeting
A great book club is open to the public. Our meeting will be on Thursday May 20 at 1:00pm at Naomi Makemie Church in Onancock. The topic is Shakespeare. The meetings are at Naomi Makemie Presbyterian Church 89 Market St. Onancock Va. on the 3rd Thursday of each month at 1-2 PM. Everyone is welcome and it is free. Come join us
Find out more »Fun Fridays with The Nature Conservancy
Do you know an ACPS or NCPS 4th-6th grader that needs a break from their screen? Join educators with The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve on Wednesdays in Northampton County and Fridays in Accomack County for FREE hands-on outdoor exploration! Programs run 12:00-4:00 pm and will take place in local community parks near you. See the flyer for specific dates and locations. Register your curious young one using the following link: https://forms.gle/cJhtTHedkhdUHjzE9. COVID safety guidelines will be required while having…
Find out more »Fun Fridays with The Nature Conservancy
Do you know an ACPS or NCPS 4th-6th grader that needs a break from their screen? Join educators with The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve on Wednesdays in Northampton County and Fridays in Accomack County for FREE hands-on outdoor exploration! Programs run 12:00-4:00 pm and will take place in local community parks near you. See the flyer for specific dates and locations. Register your curious young one using the following link: https://forms.gle/cJhtTHedkhdUHjzE9. COVID safety guidelines will be required while having…
Find out more »Quilt Event
The Eastern Shore Quilt Guild will be holding a Quilt Event on May 22 from 10-2 on the front lawn of Ker Place in Onancock. The event is titled "Why We Quilt" and will showcase member quilts with stories about why they were made; there will be a display of Quilts of Valor and Project Linus quilts. Quilt related items will be for sale and a quilt will be raffled.
Find out more »Wild Wednesdays with The Nature Conservancy
Do you know an ACPS or NCPS 4th-6th grader that needs a break from their screen? Join educators with The Nature Conservancy’s Virginia Coast Reserve on Wednesdays in Northampton County and Fridays in Accomack County for FREE hands-on outdoor exploration! Programs run 12:00-4:00 pm and will take place in local community parks near you. See the flyer for specific dates and locations. Register your curious young one using the following link: https://forms.gle/cJhtTHedkhdUHjzE9. COVID safety guidelines will be required while having…
Find out more »Sunshine & Margaritas: A Special Memorial Day Weekend Edition of Music on the Lawn
Kick off your Memorial Day weekend with a little reggae, some barbecue, and margaritas at Ker Place! The Eastern Shore of Virginia Historical Society will host Hampton Roads favorite Nature's Child for a concert from 5:30 to 8 p.m. Friday, May 28, on the lawn at the historic house and museum, 69 Market St. in Onancock. The concert, a special edition of the organization’s Music on the Lawn series, is free and open to the public. Food and beverages will…
Find out more »June 2021
Artisans Guild Spring Virtual Show
The ESVA Artisans Guild's first Spring Virtual Show will bring the same local vibrant handmade culture of the Holiday Tour straight to you this spring! View and purchase items directly from the ESVA Artisans Guild website. There will be curbside pick up for local customers, and shipping can be arranged with the artists for our out-of-town buyers. The show begins June 2nd at 9:00 a.m. For additional info please visit www.esvaartisansguild.org. Follow us on Facebook and Instagram!
Find out more »Wachapreague Shore Girls Flounder Tournament
This is our 5th ladies only flounder tournament. You can upload the registration and rules on face book page at 'Wachapreague Shore Girls Flounder Tournament"or contact Katrina Neal at 757-787-3970. We are very excited to be raising money for "Dogs Deserve Better ESVA"
Find out more »Northampton Junior Senior Prom by the Parents
We the Parents with help from our family, friends & community have a Junior & Senior Prom planned! It is taking place at Indiantown Park on Friday the 4th of June. This special Night Under the Stars will begin with a Grand March at 7pm followed by the main event til 11pm. Light Hors d’oeuvres & refreshments will be provided. Aside from music, dancing and games we will have giveaways every 15 minutes throughout the night! Tickets are $40 per…
Find out more »Junior & Senior Nandua Warrior Gala
This event is not endorsed by Accomack County Public Schools. Tickets will be available for purchase in May, stay tuned for updates. This event is only available for Nandua High juniors/seniors and their dates. Please visit the Warrior Gala GoFundMe page to donate to this event. Also please consider donating door prizes.
Find out more »Accomack County Public Schools Kindergarten registration
Accomack County Public Schools will conduct registration for Kindergarten Tuesday, June 8, 2021. Registration will be held at all Elementary Schools from 9:00 am-2:00 pm and 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm No Appointment Necessary Parents will be escorted into the building on a first come, first serve basis. Only Parents or Guardians may attend. Please do not bring children.
Find out more »Golf School at the ES Yacht and Country Club
The Eastern Shore Yacht and Country Club is offering a Golf School for juniors who want to learn the sports from the short and long game to golf etiquette and attitude. Each day will include skills, drills and actual play. The sessions will be June 14-18 from 9 a.m to noon for ages 13 to 18 and July 26-30 from 9 a.m to noon for ages 8-12. The cost is $150 for members (social level and up) and $175 for…
Find out more »Creating a Plan
You likely began saving for retirement early in your career and made sure there was a plan in place for your kids’ college expenses. You are the kind of person who prides yourself in taking charge and being in control. Now is the time to ensure that your plan is in place for senior living. Many seniors find themselves blindsided by the need for additional care. Oftentimes the choice of a senior living community ends up being made by an…
Find out more »Le Tour De Shore
100 MILE, 100K, 50K AND 25K BIKE RIDES THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL EASTERN SHORE OF VIRGINIA. WHEN: JUNE 19, 2021 WHERE: STARTS/ENDS AT THE ONANCOCK TOWN SQUARE COST: $55 – Early Spring-Summer Registration (ends April 12) $65 - Early Registration (ends June 18 at noon) $75 – Registration at Event Jerseys are included for the first 150 registrants who registered prior to April 12, 2021. Jerseys and sizes cannot be guaranteed after this date. Please note, Jerseys are Club Fit w/…
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