Celebrating the Legacy of Kenneth Walley
In 1957, Kenneth Walley opened the Walley Funeral Home on Calvert Street in Chestertown, achieving his high school ambition of becoming a mortician. As the first Black mortician and embalmer […]
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In 1957, Kenneth Walley opened the Walley Funeral Home on Calvert Street in Chestertown, achieving his high school ambition of becoming a mortician. As the first Black mortician and embalmer […]
Opening Reception for HISTORY: An Exhibit of the SFW Resident Artist Program at the Kent Cultural Alliance. Visiting Artists Bennett Cafarelli, Mecca Lewis, and Jonna McKone share new work created […]
Join us at the store to celebrate Independent Bookstore Day! We will have bookmark-making, games, and a very special raffle prize--win a sleepover at the store!
🎨✨ Paint the Town: Art Show & Sale ✨🎨 Get ready to celebrate creativity at Paint the Town, our exciting art show and sale featuring local artists! Discover vibrant paintings, […]
Looking to strengthen your resume and stand out in today’s job market? Join us for our upcoming workshop, Resume Basics: What You Need to Know, on Thursday, April 30th at […]
Gardeners, get ready for the annual May Mart garden sale in downtown Memorial Park Plaza. Hosted by the Chestertown Garden Club, this popular spring event features a wide array of noninvasive perennials and shrubs, as well as natives, annuals, houseplants, herbs and vegetables, all priced to sell quickly. The event will be held rain or […]
Opening Reception: Eastern Shore Alternative View Exhibition Be among the first to experience a bold new perspective at the opening reception of the Eastern Shore Alternative View Exhibition, hosted by Chestertown RiverArts. Join us on May 1st from 5–7 PM for an evening of creativity, conversation, and community. Meet the artists, explore thought-provoking and unconventional […]
On the first Friday of the month, downtown shops stay open until 8 pm and galleries stage opening and special events.
Get ready for the biggest health event on the Eastern Shore—WellFest at Wilmer! Formerly known as the Health Expo and hosted by HomePorts, this year’s festival is set for May 16, 2026, 10am-2pm at Wilmer Park in Chestertown —and you won’t want to miss it! What makes WellFest at Wilmer special? This year’s expanded event […]
Join us for a Clay Studio Fundraiser on May 16th & 17th from 10 AM to 6 PM! Support local artists and our creative community while exploring a wide selection of beautiful, handcrafted ceramics. From functional pieces to unique works of art, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Come out, connect with fellow art lovers, […]