News Archive
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Speakers for Combines Announced
posted: Jul 1, 2009 -
Jim Perdue, Chairman, Perdue Farms, will deliver the keynote address at Snow Hill’s Eleventh Annual Blessing of the Combines celebration on Saturday August 1, 2009. “Having Mr. Perdue underscores the importance of all aspects of agriculture in our farming community, “ commented Becky Payne, event chairperson. He will speak shortly after the Parade of Combines proceeds south on Md 12 to Green Street.Master of Ceremonies Steve Hales will begin the program following a “throttle thrust” with the presentation of colors by the award-winning Snow Hill High School Junior Marine Corps ROTC. The National Anthem will be sung by Todd Crosby. After recognitions; welcomes from Mayor Steve Mathews and a representative from the Worcester County Commissioners; and Jim Perdue, keynote speaker, the Rev. Dale Jacobs from the Snow Hill Christian Church will deliver the homily and blessing. Combine drivers Byron Hauck, Bill Figgs, Roger Richardson, Buster Powell, David Shockley, Virgil Shockley, George Lee Clayville, Fred Holloway and Bill Carmean encourage visitors to check out the huge combines and welcomes questions and photos.Festivities begin on Green Street at 11:00 with live music and street activities. The Parade of Combines sets off down RT 12 to Green Street at Noon. A Petting Barnyard, Artists on the Green, Children’s Tractor Pull, Pie Eating Contest, lots of Children’s Games and Activities, Scales and Tales, Antique Farm Equipment and Garden Tractors, Crafter’s Row, Hay Rides, Bake Sales and Food Court are in the downtown area. Galleries, shops and eateries are ready to welcome visitors.The Custom Car, Truck and Motorcycle Show, to benefit Coastal Hospice and presented by S.H. Car Events under the direction of Tony Schumeyko, will take place between the Pocomoke River and Green Street. Call Tony at 443-783-4811 or Georgiann at 410-632-2080 for show details.For details about The Blessing of the Combines contact Becky Payne at 410-677-3473.
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Rescheduled Public Meeting to be held
posted: Jun 29, 2009 -
The Mayor and Council will be holding a Public Meeting on July 14, 2009 from 7pm – 9pm. This will be held at the Snow Hill Middle School cafeteria. The topic of discussion is new Wastewater Treatment Plant.
The public meeting will be in place of the regular monthly Town Meeting.
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Shop local - Shop Snow Hill
posted: Jun 24, 2009 -
The Town of Snow Hill is launching a Shop Local - Shop Snow Hill campaign. The goal is to raise awareness and to educate consumers of the importance of shopping at Snow Hill businesses.
All retail business owners are asked to join us for a creative meeting to discuss our ideas and to hear yours. Come to the Train Station on Belt Street Wednesday, July 8, 2009 at 5:30pm.
Contact Kelly Brewington at 410-632-2080 for more information
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Eliminate Mosquitoes
posted: Jun 24, 2009 -
Town Hall is promoting the use of non-chemical methods of reducing the number of mosquitoes in the town.
The Town of Snow Hill has installed 2 Purple Martin Houses in Byrd Park and 1 in Sturgis Park. They have put up 4 Bat Houses in all 3 town parks: 1 in Sturgis, 2 in Byrd, and 1 in Gateway. It has 24 Swallow houses to install.
Swallow Houses can also be purchased from Town Hall for $5 each.
Come to Town Hall at 103 Bank Street to purchase your swallow house Monday through Friday 8:30am - 4:30pm.
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Town Offices Celebrate the 4th
posted: Jun 22, 2009 -
Friday, July 3rd marks the beginning of a long weekend for Town Offices on Bank Street. Regular business hours will resume on Monday, July 6, 2009.
Call 410-632-2080 for more information
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Volunteers Needed
posted: Jun 11, 2009 -
Worcester County Arts Council Copperative Gallery is seeking volunteers to help staff its gallery in Snow Hill three days a week. The gallery, located at 218 N. Washington Street is open Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 11:00 am until 3:00 pm.
Please call Carol Dorman if you are able to help. 443-880-3599
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Blessing of the Combines
posted: Jun 1, 2009 -
It is not too early to make plans to attend or be part of Snow Hill’s Eleventh Annual Blessing of the Combines celebration on Saturday August 1, 2009. Becky Payne, event chairperson, is enthusiastic about the importance of the Blessing of the Combines for Snow Hill and the surrounding community. Rev. Dale Jacobs from the Snow Hill Christian Church will deliver the homily and blessing. Area farmers will have their combines clean and shining for this popular summer event to honor the agricultural community. Combine drivers include Byron Hauck, Bill Figgs, Roger Richardson, Buster Powell, David Shockley, Virgil Shockley, George Lee Clayville, Fred Holloway and Bill Carmean.Festivities begin on Green Street at 11:00 with live music and street activities. The Parade of Combines sets off down RT 12 to Green Street at Noon. A “throttle thrust” will signal Ron Brittingham, master of ceremonies, to begin the program with the presentation of colors by the award-winning Snow Hill High School Junior Marine Corps ROTC. After recognitions, a keynote speaker and the blessing, the afternoon’s lineup of selections featuring area musicians will begin.Children can pet rabbits, chickens, pigs, goats, calves, a donkey and horses at the Barnyard; then hop aboard a wagon for the hay ride. The Cat Connection will be in place. There will be children’s games and the popular Children’s Tractor Pull. Look for a Pie Eating Contest. There will be a Scales and Tales presentation from the Pocomoke River State Park; antique farm equipment and garden tractors will be displayed. Ann Coates is putting together a Artist’s Alley. Crafters will gather along Commerce Street behind the Library. Those interested in booth space should call Becky Payne at 410-677-3473. An Antique and Collectible Car and Truck Show, organized by Tony Schumeyko and benefitting Coastal Hospice, will take place between the Pocomoke River and Green Street.Event favorite foods include BBQ chicken from the American Legion, W.T. Mason’s pork BBQ, a variety of specialties from Billie’s Catering, Sno-cones and more. Green Street eateries will offer enticing foods and treats. Area churches will have bake sales.At 4:00 the combines leave Green Street, giving visitors ample time to head to John Walter Smith Park for an Antique Tractor Pull to begin at 4:30.The 2009 Combines T-Shirts, designed this year by Joel Gutierriez, will be available. For details contact Becky Payne at 410-677-3473.
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Volunteers Needed
posted: May 14, 2009 -
Please consider volunteering your time to help out with events and functions in the Snow Hill community. SHARP and the Town of Snow Hill would like to complie a list of willing volunteers to call upon to help at special events in town.
Futuer events include First Friday in June, Moonflicks outdoor movie on June 5, Blessing of the Combines in August, Summer Artists' Market - July through September, Gospel event in October.
Call Ann at 410-546-1978 or 410-632-2080
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Summer Artists' Market
posted: May 14, 2009 -
Arts on the River, Snow Hill's Art and Entertainment District, will sponsor an Summer Artists' Market during First Friday hours during the months of July, August, and September.
Photographers, artists, and artisans are encouraged to bring their works of art to First Friday and setup a table on the sidewalks of the town. First Friday hours run from 5-8pm.
Reserve your space with Carol Dorman ten days in advance of First Fridays at carold1@yahoo.com. Fee is $10 per space, payable in advance.
Deadlines are:
Wednesday, June 24
Wednesday, July 29
Wednesday, August 26In case of rain, space will be available in the old firehouse.
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The Palette Creates Happy Hour Club
posted: May 12, 2009 -
Join Our New Happy Hour Club!It's happy hour every Thursday, Friday and Saturday from 4-6pm in the upstairs bar! In addition to our great drink specials, we have added a bar menu - nothing over $5.00! And now we're starting a club that everyone will want to join - for every 10 happy hour visits (must include at least 1 beverage and 1 item off the happy hour tapas menu) you will receive a gift certificate redeemable for any future visit to at the palette. Your completed card will also be entered in a drawing where you could win a tapas party, a photography portrait session from Gillette Portrait Arts, 12 free lunches and much more!! we have also reduced our beer and house wine prices - all day everyday. Domestic bottles are now $2.75 (formally $3.75) and imports are $3.75 (formally $4.50) glasses of house red & white wine are now $4.00!
Call 410-632-0055 for more information
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Recycling Changes
posted: Apr 4, 2009 -
Starting April 6th, 2009We will be picking up every Monday:Limbs – in piles by curbGrass Clippings – must be bagged not looseLeaves – must be bagged not loose
Also, we do not access E-Recycling, ex. Computers – they are accepted at Timmons Street.
Call 410-632-2080 for more information
