Onancock

Eastern Shore Art League: 2019 Member Show Reception
2019-10-11 17:00 - 20:00 (America/New_York)
ESAL invites you to their 2019 Member Show
Reception 5-8 PM
Come for a peek at what these talented artists have been up to all summer.
Held in the main events room @ the Historic Onancock School, 6 College Avenue, Onancock, 23417.
This Gala will feature wine, hors d’ oeuvres and music from acoustic guitar player Dade Walker, a student of Arcadia High School. In addition, First, Second and Third Place for both Peoples’ Choice and Artists’ Choice as well as Best of Show will be awarded the same evening. All members of the public and local artists are encouraged to come and cast their votes. All works of art are offered for Sale. The show will be open through November 25th. A holiday exhibit is planned for December 5th through the new year.

HOS: Second Friday
2019-10-11 17:00 - 20:00
Many of our resident artists will also open up their studios and workshops for Second Friday. Drop in to say ‘Hi ‘ to support these creative folks. While here, be sure to notice all of our improvements – newly painted hallways, and a freshly painted exterior.
It’s been a busy summer! Thanks to all who contributed and volunteered.

ESVA Historical Society: Panel Discussion on the New Firefighting Exhibit
2019-10-11 18:00 - 19:30
In conjunction with the exhibit, the Historical Society will host a panel discussion from 6 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Oct. 11. Officials from the Accomack County Sheriff’s Department; the Virginia State Police; and others will discuss how their organizations operate independently as well as in conjunction with one another during a long, large investigation, such as the 2012-13 arsons. This event will cost $5 for each Historical Society member and $10 a person for the general public. The location will be the Onancock Baptist Church, 1 Crockett Ave. Purchase tickets at shorehistory.org.

Ker Place: Fire Safety Family Fun Day
2019-10-12 10:00 - 14:00
Saturday, Oct. 12 is a free Fire Safety Family Fun Day revolving around fire safety and firefighting. This will be on the front lawn of Ker Place. Various Shore fire companies and departments will have equipment on display; Sparky the fire dog will be out and about for pictures; and there will be giveaways for the kiddos. The Accomack County Department of Public Safety will be bringing its fire prevention house for kids to tour. We also hope to have some contests among firefighters, for example, who can put their turnout gear on the fastest. Hint, hint! If you’re a firefighter interested in participating in the contest(s), please contact Amy Savona, ESVHS marketing director, at (757) 787-8012 or marketing@shorehistory.org. Family-friendly lunch items will be available for sale.

North Street Playhouse: An Evening with Willie Crockett
2019-10-12 20:00
Tangier Island native and Onancock resident, Willie Crockett is a master storyteller of his adventures and misadventures of growing up on Tangier Island and the various experiences he garnered throughout his journey from minister to the renowned artist he is today. Spend a delightful evening listening to Willie’s original poetry, life reflections, and stories of people and experiences that have shaped his life.
Tickets: $10 General Admission
Visit Willie Crockett’s Website to see his work:
http://www.williecrockett.com/index.html

Roseland Theatre: Downton Abbey
2019-10-13 19:00, 2019-10-16 19:00, 2019-10-23 19:00
The continuing saga of the Crawley family and the servants who work for them in the English countryside in the early 20th century. Rated PG for thematic elements, some suggestive material and language.
Click HERE for additional details.

Eastern Shore Art League: Presents Laura McGowan
2019-10-18 18:00
The Eastern Shore Art League (ESAL) will be featuring artist Laura McGowan at their September 18th presentation at 6PM in the events room at HOS.
Laura will talk about her techniques in capturing nature so beautifully in her oil paintings.
The evening is free and open to all. Refreshments served.
Laura is a resident artist here at HOS in Studio 114 at the Historic Onancock School.
To learn more about ESAL go to their website HERE

North Street Playhouse: FREE Movie Night - Ghostbusters
2019-10-19 18:00
FREE MOVIE NIGHT!
Come on out and join us for a family fun, free movie night!
Cocktail hour begins at 6:00pm! Ghostbusters Movie begins at 7:00pm!
Cash bar
Signature drinks (for adults & children!!!)
Adult Costume Contest
Children Costume Contest
FREE hors d’oeuvres!
$5.00 for Ghostbusters Bingo!
$3.00 for Ghostbusters Trivia!
$1.00 for Poke a Pumpkin!
$1.00-$5.00 for Face Painting!
$1.00 for Catch a Ghost!
Photo Booth!
FABULOUS PRIZES!!!

North Street Playhouse: FREE MOVIE NIGHT - The Nightmare Before Christmas
2019-10-25 18:00
FREE MOVIE NIGHT:
Tim Burton’s
The Nightmare Before Christmas
Friday, October 25, 2019 – The FUN begins at 6:00pm!
FREE MOVIE NIGHT!
Come on out and join us for a family fun, free movie night!
Cocktail & Game hour begins at 6:00pm!
The Nightmare Before Christmas Movie begins at 7:00pm!
Cash bar
Signature drinks (for adults & children!!!)
Adult Costume Contest
Children Costume Contest
FREE hors d’oeuvres!
$5.00 for The Nightmare Before Christmas Bingo!
$3.00 for The Nightmare Before Christmas Trivia!
$1.00 for Poke a Pumpkin!
$1.00-$5.00 for Face Painting!
$1.00 for Catch a Ghost!
Photo Booth!
FABULOUS PRIZES!!!

Orchestra of the Eastern Shore's Concert featuring Schubert's Mass in G Major
2019-10-25 19:00, 2019-10-26 16:00
Orchestra of the Eastern Shore’s first concert of the season will be held on Oct. 25th at 7:00 pm at Cokesbury Church in Onancock. The concert will feature Schubert’s Mass in G Major with vocal soloists and chorus joining the orchestra. The concert will be repeated on Oct. 26th at 4:00 pm at Cokesbury Church. Both concerts will honor Anne Nock and her numerous contributions to the orchestra and the Eastern Shore. The concert will also be held on Oct. 27th at 4:00 pm. at Hungars Episcopal Church in Bridgetown. This concert will honor Rev. Harry Crandall and his many contributions to the Eastern Shore.

Burnham Guides: End of Season Open House
2019-10-27 16:00
Burnham Guides
Sunday, Oct. 27, 2-4 p.m. End of Season Open House at the Yak Shack, Onancock Wharf (next to Mallards). Hosted by Burnham Guides & Onancock Sailing Adventures to say thanks for a great season. Weather permitting, come at 1 p.m. for a fun paddle.
Refreshments served.
Winter trips now booking in Florida and Costa Rica
757-710-5137
mary@burnhamguides.com

Public Information Session - Accomack & Northampton Counties
2019-10-27 16:00
Event Notice
Public Information Session – Accomack & Northampton Counties to Host Overview for Eastern Shore County & Town Municipal Governments Regarding the Public Policy Approval Process for the Eastern Shore Sanitary Sewer Transmission Force Main Project
October 24, 2019
From 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
All council members have been invited and a quorum may be established at that time. There is no agenda to be followed for this event. This event is open to the public.
This event will be held at the Great Hall of the Workforce Development Center – Eastern Shore Community College, 29300 Lankford Highway, Melfa, VA 23410.

"Walk With A Doc"
2019-10-27 16:00
Eastern Shore Rural Health System, Inc. is sponsoring a “Walk With A Doc” every Sunday afternoon at 4 p.m. beginning July 21, 2019. Shore residents are encouraged to lace up their comfy shoes and join in the weekly walk that begins at Market Street United Methodist Church in Onancock at 75 Market Street, Onancock VA 23417.
Walk With A Doc is a non-profit organization that promotes walking as a fun, accessible and community-oriented way to exercise.
For more information go to esrh.org and click on the Walk With A Doc tab. Questions? Email walkwithadoc@esrh.org or call and leave a message at 757-414-0400, ext. 1985.
Eastern Shore Rural Health System, Inc. is recognized as a Patient Centered Medical Home(tm) by the National Committee for Quality Assurance (ncqa.org). NCQA is a private, non-profit organization dedicated to improving health care quality. Visit http://www.esrh.org/ for more information. This email and any attachments may be confidential or legally privileged. If you received this message in error or are not the intended recipient, immediately destroy the email message and any attachments or copies. You are prohibited from retaining, distributing, or disclosing any information contained herein. Please inform us of the erroneous delivery by return email. Please note that any views or opinions presented in this email are solely those of the author and do not necessarily represent those of the company. Thank you for your cooperation.

North Street Playhouse: Belles
2019-11-02 20:00, 2019-11-15 20:00, 2019-11-17 15:00
BELLES
Told in “two acts and forty-five phone calls,” Belles visits six southern sisters, who, over the course of an autumn weekend, seek to bridge the physical and emotional distance between them via the telephone, and in the process come to terms with their shattered family history. The six Walker sisters all hail from Memphis, but now they are scattered all over the country. Only Peggy still lives in Memphis, where she cares for Mama. When the play begins, Peggy is phoning her sisters with the latest about Mama… whether they want to hear it or not!
Tickets for either BELLES or BELLES, The Reunion:
$23 Adult $20 Senior $10 Student
*Call us at (757) 787-2050 or visit www.northstreetplayhouse.org for tickets!
Combo package (tickets to both plays):
$34.50 Adult $30 Senior $15 Student
*To purchase combo tickets – Please call our box office at (757) 787-2050*
Tickets on-sale October 1st!

RCEC: FREE Movie Night at the Roseland featuring, Coco!
2019-11-03 14:30
Sunday, November 3rd at 2:30 p.m.
In Spanish with English Subtitles. Free – Including Popcorn/Soda Combo.
Sponsored by Eastern Literacy Council, Una Familia and generous RCEC donors.

OBCA Meeting
2019-11-05 17:30
Onancock Business and Civic Association (OBCA). Visit their website at www.onancock.org

Roseland Theatre: Maleficent: Mistress of Evil
2019-11-06 19:00
Synopsis: Maleficent and her goddaughter Aurora begin to question the complex family ties that bind them as they are pulled in different directions by impending nuptials, unexpected allies, and dark new forces at play.
Click HERE for additional details.

ES Master Naturalists 2019 Training Classes
2019-11-07 09:00 - 15:00
The ESMN Basic Training Class is now open for registration. Classes begin September 5th and continue through November 7th from 9am – 3pm each Thursday.
Training is held here at Historic Onancock School 6 College Ave.
To register Call Mimi Stitt at 757-678-7879.
NOTE: THERE ARE ONLY A FEW SEATS LEFT.

Red Queen Gallery - Vibrant Magical Paintings
2019-11-08 16:00 - 20:00
Second Friday, 4-8 p.m. Red Queen Gallery, “Vibrant Magical Paintings,” Brenda Clark. Refreshments.

Second Friday
2019-11-08 17:00 - 20:00
Sponsored by the Onancock Business & Civic Association.
https://www.onancock.org/

North Street Playhouse: Belles, The Reunion
2019-11-09 20:00, 2019-11-16 20:00
BELLES, The Reunion
Twenty-five years have passed since we last visited the six Walker sisters from Memphis, Tennessee, and they’re all back on the phone again for another crisis-filled weekend. The sequel to Belles, Dunn’s most popular comedy-drama, Belles: The Reunion will appeal to both those who’ve already fallen in love with the Walkers, as well as audiences discovering these telephone-tethered women for the very first time.
Tickets for either BELLES or BELLES, The Reunion:
$23 Adult $20 Senior $10 Student
*Call us at (757) 787-2050 or visit www.northstreetplayhouse.org for tickets!
Combo package (tickets to both plays):
$34.50 Adult $30 Senior $15 Student
*To purchase combo tickets – Please call our box office at (757) 787-2050*
Tickets on-sale October 1st!

Veteran's Day - Town Hall Closed
2019-11-11

RCEC's International Film: Woman at War
2019-11-14 20:00
Halla is a 50-year-old environmental activist who crusades against the local aluminium industry in Iceland. As her actions grow bolder, her life changes in the blink of an eye when she is finally granted permission to adopt a girl from the Ukraine. Released in the USA on March 1st of this year, the film’s languages include: English, Ukrainian, Icelandic & Spanish and is subtitled in English.
The movie begins at 8:00 p.m. at the Roseland Theatre located in Downtown Onancock.
Sponsored by: Maurice’s located at 145 Market Stree, Onancock, VA 23417

HOS: Champagne & Oyster Tasting
2019-11-17 16:00 - 19:00
Mark Your Calendar
Champagne & Oyster Tasting 11.17.2019
We may love summer…but Fall means Oysters!
We are preparing another very special event this year, so save the date: Sunday November 17th. Tickets will go on sale in September.
Tickets are $55.00 per person. More information or to purchase tickets please click HERE.
