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Marketing communications

iteamweb — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 06:26:11 +0000

Marketing communications breaks down the strategies involved with marketing messages into categories based on the goals of each message. There are distinct stages in converting strangers to customers that govern the communication medium that should be used.

Advertising
Advertisement in a rail station in Berlin.
Advertisement in a rail station in Berlin.

* Paid form of public presentation and expressive promotion of ideas
* Aimed at masses
* Manufacturer may determine what goes into advertisement
* Pervasive and impersonal medium

Functions and advantages of successful advertising

* Task of the salesman made easier

Objectives

* Maintain demand for well-known goods
* Introduce new and unknown goods
* Increase demand for well-known goods/products/services

Requirements of a good advertisement

* Attract attention (awareness)
* Stimulate interest
* Create a desire
* Bring about action

Eight steps in an advertising campaign

* Market research
* Setting out aims
* Budgeting
* Choice of media (television, newspaper, radio)
* Choice of actors (New Trend)
* Design and wording
* Co-ordination
* Test results

Personal sales

Oral presentation given by a salesman who approaches individuals or a group of potential customers:

* Live, interactive relationship
* Personal interest
* Attention and response
* Interesting presentation

Sales promotion

Short-term incentives to encourage buying of products:

* Instant appeal
* Anxiety to sell

An example of this is coupons or a sale. People are given an incentive to buy, but it does not build customer loyalty, nor encourage repeat buys in the future. A major drawback of sales promotion is that it is easily copied by competition. It cannot be used as a sustainable source of differentiation.

Marketing Public Relations (MPR)

* Stimulation of demand through press release giving a favourable report to a product
* Higher degree of credibility
* Effectively news
* Boosts enterprise's image

first responders & their families

lezleevictoriah — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:11:57 +0000

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my husband is a first responder. so is my son. many people's husbands, wives, sons, daughters, and family are first responders. this may mean they are a police officer, a firefighter, an ems technician, an ambulance driver, in the military, or even one of many, many support services that keep all these [and many others] operating. whoever the first responder is, they put a lot on the line and there's generally no argument about that. they have made commitments to put the safety and welfare of others ahead of themselves. they are, no doubt, the everyday hero's of our world.

yet.... i never realized what exactly the families of some of these first responders go through.

i understand everyday what it is like to kiss a husband in law enforcement goodbye never knowing what the day will bring. however, this past fall, i understood what it was like to watch your military son leave to serve his country in iraq. and this past month, when hurricane ike hit houston, i understood the burden of responsibilities that fall upon the families of these first responders when they are away on extended shifts taking care of everyone else's families.

for almost 3 weeks as my husband worked 12 hour plus shifts, often bunking at his station because there was no time to make the 45 minute turned 3 hour commute home and return back again on time [due to debris, flooding, and road closures]. i was left with a damaged house to clean up, kids to take care of, and a numerous host of things that in ordinary circumstances, would be difficult enough with him at home. we had no power and we were told the drinking water was not safe. we had to try to find food as we had been advised to stock up for only 72 hours. well, 72 hours turned into weeks. i have a daughter with diabetes who must have her insulin and whose insulin must be kept cold. i have rheumatoid arthritis but had to pick up, in some cases, whole trees, and move them to a safer place as designated by our community association. my children and i raked the yard for 3 days only to redo it all over again each morning thereafter as nightly winds scattered more debis across the neighborhood. we ate cold canned food, went to bed at sundown and got up at sunrise.

please don't take this the wrong way, i am not complaining! i am thankful that we were not injured, the damage to our home and neighbors was not worse, and we all came out of it ok [which many, unbeknown as a result of the almost absent media coverage, did not] . complaining isn't what this blog is about. i am simply relaying one story, my story, as an example of what millions of first responders families go though.

to break it down a little, let's take just one institution of first response: hpd. the houston police department employees over 5,000 officers. that is 5,000 families who were without a family member during this [and many other] crises. multiply this by all the differing professions that first responders occupy, taking into account all of the crisis interventionists, per se, in all the world and you have a whole bunch of families that end up in need themselves. families that for the most part, never complain, never ask for special assistance, and in fact, forgo much help in order to allow their first responder to do his or her duty. and, might i add, this, in addition, to the fear such families often face regarding the fate of their responder during the crisis itself, is an issue that needs some attention.

i heard a really sad story during hurricane ike [and there were and continue to be many], but this one was about a first responder, a police officer and his family nonetheless. no, he wasn't injured physically but you could say he was injured financially, socially, and i'm sure, motivationally. this police officer, who shall go unnamed, called his station to report that a huge tree had fallen though the roof of his house and that he needed to attend to it to ensure the safety of his family. his supervisor's response was that he must "come in" or suffer the consequences. well... he chose to make sure that his family and kids were safe, their belongings protected from the elements, and that they had somewhere to sleep. as a result, he was suspended.suspended, i am sure, without pay and his record blemished for the rest of his career.

what is wrong here?

somewhere, somehow, we need to learn to take care of each other and in doing so, not forget the caretakers themselves.

*i am not really sure why i felt compelled to write this blog other than to bring a bit of attention to an area that in my opinion, has been overlooked, and perhaps to voice in proxy so many of the situations and needs that go unnoticed and unmet.

The Barack Obama We Need to Know

meltonjz3 — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:53:05 +0000

What's currently happening in the presidential election year is unprecedented in the history of American politics. Our news media (NBC, CBS, & ABC) is effectively pulling off the largest con job in US history. They are hiding the truth about a presidential candidate in order to get him elected and to forward the socialist agenda in America.

There is a very powerful segment of our media that would love nothing better than to see our country "brought down to size", and they are using their front man Barack Obama to do it.

The following are facts about Barack Obama that our media will not tell you about. Truly he is "Change".:

Obama didn't rise to prominence on his own merits

Barack Obama's ties to Communist Guru Saul Alinsky

Barack Obama and "Reverand" Jeremiah Wright

Nation of Islam activist of Barack Obama's camp payroll

Michelle Obama's salary increase

The following is Barack Obama’s voting track record for your review. It is eye opening to say the least.

SB = Senate Bill

HB = House Bill

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**ABORTION BILLS**

SB 230 (1997)

VOTED NO

To prohibit partial-birth abortion unless necessary to save the life of a mother and makes performance of the procedure a Class 4 felony for the physician.

HB 709 (2000)

VOTED NO

To prohibit state funding of abortion and induced miscarriages except when necessary to save the life of the mother. Excludes premature births from funding except to produce a viable child when necessary to save the life of a mother. Would permit funding in cases of rape or incest when payment is authorized under federal law.

SB 1661 (2002)

VOTED NO

A part of the Born Alive Infant Protection Package. Would create a cause of action if a child is born alive after an abortion and the child is then neglected through failure to provide medial care after birth.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**CRIME BILLS**

SB 381 (1997)

VOTED NO

To require prisoners to pay court costs for frivolous lawsuits against the state.

SB 485 (1999)

VOTED NO

To give no offer of “good time” for sex offenders sentenced to the County Jail.

*Obama was the only vote against this measure.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**UNIONS**

HB 3396 (2003)

VOTED YES

To make unionization easier by not requiring a secret ballot to organize if 50% of the eligible workers publicly sign a card of support for unionization.

SB 230 (2003)

VOTED YES

Entitles a teacher who is elected as an officer of the state or national teacher’s union to be granted a leave of absence for up to six years, or the period of time the teacher is serving.

SB 1070 (2003)

VOTED YES

Allows college graduate assistants who teach college courses be eligible to join a union.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**CHILD PROTECTION**

PRESENT SB 609 (2001)

To restrict the location of buildings with “adult” uses (meaning pornographic video stores, strip clubs, etc.) within 1,000 feet of any public or private elementary or secondary school, public park, place or worship, preschool, day-care facility, mobile park or residential area.

HB 1812 (1999)

VOTED NO

To require school boards to install software on public computers accessible to minors to block sexually explicit material.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**TAXES**

SB 1075 (1999)

VOTED NO

To create an income tax credit for all full-time K-12 pupils in an amount equal to 25% of qualified education expenses up to a maximum of $500 per family.

SB 1725 (2003)

VOTED YES

To restore the Illinois Estate Tax.

SB 1733 (2003)

VOTED YES

To impose a Gas Use Tax on the purchase of natural gas from outside the state of Illinois for use or consumption in Illinois. Forces the delivering supplier to pay 2.4 cents per therm of gas, or the customer can elect to become a “selfassessing” purchaser and pay 5% of the purchase price or 2.4 cents per therm.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**ELECTIONS**

SB 1415 (2003)

VOTED YES

To create public funding for supreme court races.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**GAY RIGHTS**

HB 581 (2003)

NOT VOTING

Allows domestic partners to be allowed to assume the rights of a spouse or survivor with regards to pension benefits under the Chicago Teacher’s pension system.

SB 228 (1997)

VOTED NO

Changes the “Illinois Equal Opportunity Act of 1997” to stipulate, notwithstanding any law to the contrary, any unit of government or school district that gives benefits to samesex couples under any criteria must give equal benefits to heterosexual couples.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**DRUGS**

SB 880 (2003)

VOTED YES

To allow the purchase of 10 hypodermic needles from a pharmacy without a prescription.

HB 2000 (4659)

PRESENT

To establish a zero-tolerance drug-testing policy for Department of Corrections Employees.

++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++++

**BUSINESS**

SB 777 (1999)

VOTED NO

To end the unemployment insurance fund building tax.

SB 879 (1999)

VOTED NO

To end the minimum contribution tax rate for the unemployment system.

SB 795 (2001)

VOTED NO

To reduce employers’ minimum contribution insurance rate.

SB 796 (2003)

VOTED YES

To increase the Illinois minimum wage from $5.15 per hour to $6.50 per hour.

SCIENTISTS FIND ANCIENT BOWL THAT MAY CALL JESUS A MAGICIAN

Particular Kev — Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:08:57 +0000

The report below comes from the Christian Telegraph and describes the discovery of a bowl that ‘scientists’ so called are speculating all manner of theories on. It seems the discovery of any object can be used to push an agenda of any type – in this case an agenda that will stop at nothing to nullify the claims of Christ.

The footage below was found on YouTube regarding the discovery of this bowl:

The report from the Christian Telegraph now follows:

Scientists find ancient bowl that may call Jesus a magician

In what is certainly to be a controversial speculation too hard for many Evangelical Christians to swallow, scientists claim they have found an ancient bowl that refers to Jesus Christ as a magician, reports Michael Ireland, chief correspondent, ASSIST News Service.

A team of scientists led by renowned French marine archaeologist Franck Goddio recently announced that they have found the bowl, dating to between the late 2nd century B.C. and the early 1st century A.D., that is engraved with what they believe could be the world's first known reference to Christ.

In an online article by Jennifer Viegas of the Discovery Channel posted to the MSNBC website, scientists say the engraving reads, "DIA CHRSTOU O GOISTAIS," which has been interpreted to mean either, "by Christ the magician" or, "the magician by Christ."

The MSNBC article says that if the word "Christ" refers to the Biblical Jesus Christ, as is speculated, then the discovery may provide evidence that Christianity and paganism at times intertwined in the ancient world.

"It could very well be a reference to Jesus Christ, in that he was once the primary exponent of white magic," said archaeologist Goddio, who is co-founder of the Oxford Center of Maritime Archaeology.

In her article, Viegas says that Goddio and his colleagues found the object during an excavation of the underwater ruins of Alexandria's ancient great harbor. The Egyptian site also includes the now submerged island of Antirhodos, where Cleopatra's palace may have been located.

Viegas says that both Goddio and Egyptologist David Fabre, a member of the European Institute of Submarine Archaeology, think a "magus" could have practiced fortune telling rituals using the bowl. The Book of Matthew refers to "wisemen," or Magi, believed to have been prevalent in the ancient world.

According to Fabre, the bowl is also very similar to one depicted in two early Egyptian earthenware statuettes that are thought to show a soothsaying ritual.

"It has been known in Mesopotamia probably since the 3rd millennium B.C.," Fabre said. "The soothsayer interprets the forms taken by the oil poured into a cup of water in an interpretation guided by manuals."

Fabre added that the individual, or "medium," then goes into a hallucinatory trance when studying the oil in the cup.

"They therefore see the divinities, or supernatural beings appear that they call to answer their questions with regard to the future," he said.

Viegas writes that scientists theorize the magus might then have used the engraving on the bowl to legitimize his supernatural powers by invoking the name of Christ.

Goddio said, "It is very probable that in Alexandria they were aware of the existence of Jesus" and of his associated legendary miracles, such as transforming water into wine, multiplying loaves of bread, conducting miraculous health cures, and the story of the resurrection itself.

Viegas explains that while not discounting the Jesus Christ interpretation, other researchers have offered different possible interpretations for the engraving, which was made on the thin-walled ceramic bowl after it was fired, since slip was removed during the process.

Bert Smith, a professor of classical archaeology and art at Oxford University, suggests the engraving might be a dedication, or present, made by a certain "Chrestos" belonging to a possible religious association called Ogoistais.

Klaus Hallof, director of the Institute of Greek inscriptions at the Berlin-Brandenburg Academy, added that if Smith's interpretation proves valid, the word "Ogoistais" could then be connected to known religious groups that worshipped early Greek and Egyptian gods and goddesses, such as Hermes, Athena and Isis.

Hallof additionally pointed out that historians working at around, or just after, the time of the bowl, such as Strabon and Pausanias, refer to the god "Osogo" or "Ogoa," so a variation of this might be what's on the bowl. It is even possible that the bowl refers to both Jesus Christ and Osogo.

Fabre concluded: "It should be remembered that in Alexandria, paganism, Judaism and Christianity never evolved in isolation. All of these forms of religion (evolved) magical practices that seduced both the humble members of the population and the most well-off classes."

"It was in Alexandria where new religious constructions were made to propose solutions to the problem of man, of God's world," he added. "Cults of Isis, mysteries of Mithra, and early Christianity bear witness to this."

The bowl is currently on public display in the exhibit "Egypt's Sunken Treasures" at the Matadero Cultural Center in Madrid, Spain, until November 15.

Report from the Christian Telegraph

I Love the Swedes and their Caravan.

iamjl — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 22:41:33 +0000

Manifesto as stated:

Our world has become a place based around daily routines, depression and boredom. Our public space is occupied with ad after ad. That visual expression is breastfeeding the people of our world of what pure and real beauty is. Art Galleries which used to be a peaceful place for everybody in the society has today turned into white rooms with aesthetic, posh idealism. Instead of a warm and friendly atmosphere it is speaking in a clear tone: Keep out! The time has come to change that attitude.

1. Galleries should welcome everyone regardless ethnicity, race, political viewpoint, class, background, job, status etc. Every gallery should salute any artist with open arms and say: Hey, in my house, you’re allowed to drink milk straight from the can, okay?

2. Galleries should be free and open for anyone to use or visit. There must be no fees or economic interest from the gallery itself. To survive the gallery should sell merchandise and other products that don’t interfere with the artist’s and the peoples freedom.

3. There must always be a general interest in art and design. Today the public tend to avoid the galleries that from the beginning was made for them. To keep a common curiosity we need to work together against the posh white rooms that seems to been made for only a certain group of people. Today pretentious and idealistic galleries discriminate creative people. Only the ones that are hyped by the media or have the right contacts get access to the tragic glorious world of the white rooms. Let’s dance around the awful space and salute each other with embraces and open arms.

4. Provoking art should never be disallowed as long as the artist can explain why he/she wants to create it. Art is a form of communication and if it creates reactions in any way it should be classified as art and belong in a gallery.

5. A gallery should always display quality and professional art and design. Just because a gallery isn’t posh and pretentious doesn’t mean that it cant be professional and show high quality work.

6. All form of art and design should connect and work together. Not until music, film, design, art, poetry and every other part of culture is working collectively towards a common aim can we start to imagine a world free from posh, fake and discriminating galleries.

7. For too long has there been a clash between the pretentious culture elite and the general public. It is time for art and design to reach its righteous owner, the people.

Winking, Blinking now Nod

steve2 — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:06:17 +0000

I was surprised at Palin's winking, like many people I suppose. What to read into it? I am not sure. Maybe it shouldn't bother me. Why not have a VP or President who moonwalks during speeches or says "Yo" a lot. Maybe it is ok if female candidates to slowly lick their lips while staring at their debate opponent. Maybe eat a banana during the debate. OTOH, maybe there is a more appropriate place for winking in public discourse.

Man:
'Evening, squire!

Squire:
(stiffly)
Good evening.

Man:
Is, uh,... Is your wife a goer, eh? Know whatahmean, know whatahmean, nudge nudge, know whatahmean, say no more?

Squire:
I, uh, I beg your pardon?

Man:
Your, uh, your wife, does she go, eh, does she go, eh?

Squire:
(flustered)
Well, she sometimes 'goes', yes.

Man:
Aaaaaaaah bet she does, I bet she does, say no more, say no more, know whatahmean, nudge nudge?

Squire:
(confused)
I'm afraid I don't quite follow you.

Man:
Follow me. Follow me. That's good, that's good!
A nod's as good as a wink to a blind bat!

(snip)

Man:
Oh! Well, never mind. Dib dib?
Is your uh, is your wife interested in... photography, ay? 'Photographs, ay', he asked him knowlingly?

Squire:
Photography?

Man:
Snap snap, grin grin, wink wink, nudge nudge, say no more?

Squire:
Holiday snaps, eh?

Man:
They could be, they could be taken on holiday.
Candid, you know, CANDID photography?

Squire:
No, no I'm afraid we don't have a camera.

Man:
Oh.
(leeringly)
Still, mooooooh, ay? Mwoohohohohoo, ay? Hohohohohoho, ay?

Squire:
Look... are you insinuating something?

Man:
Oh, no, no, no... yes.

Squire:
Well?

Man:
Well, you're a man of the world, squire.

Squire:
Yes...

Man:
I mean, you've been around a bit, you know, like, you've, uh... You've 'done it'...

Squire:
What do you mean?

Man:
Well, I mean like,... you've SLEPT, with a lady...

Squire:
Yes...

Man:
What's it like? (Monty Python-Nudge, Nudge skit)

lebaran 2008

ahmaderna — Sun, 05 Oct 2008 14:56:03 +0000

lebaran tahun ini merupakan lebaran pertama aku sudah bekerja, dan mulai lebaran ini aku ngasih angpao untuk sodara2 yang masih pada kecil2. bukan kewajiban atau tradisi cuman ini kebiasaan masyarakat kita (termasuk keluarga besarku) yang bagi2 rejeki (baca:angpao/THR) keponakan, sodara yang masih kecil2.

disamping kenikmatan bertemu keluarga pada hari raya idul fitri, aku cuman dapet cuti H-1 (30 september) dan udah balik lagi ke batam H+2 (3 oktober)..kembali kerja lagi deh..

OCTOBER CALENDER

mrd1 — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 22:44:21 +0000

5 Sunday

2008 Coast Day. University of Delaware, Lewes. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Coast Day introduces thousands of people each year to the wonders of the sea, the importance of Delaware’s marine and coastal resources, and steps being taken to ensure that those resources remain available for future generations to enjoy. Learn about cutting-edge coastal and marine research, explore the aquatic world, sample coastal
fare. Free admission and parking. 302-831-8083.302-831-8083.

Annual Antique Show & Sale. St. Francis de Sales Catholic School, Salisbury. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. $4. Homemade crab cakes, soups and bakery items on sale in the cafe. 410-208-9379.

Theater Performance. Little Theatre at Cape Henlopen High School, Lewes. 3 p.m. Clear Space Productions presents “The Crucible.” $25; $20 for age 60 and older; $15 for students. 302-644-3810, ext. 5.

Ocean City Farmers Market. Phillips Restaurant, Ocean City. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 142nd Street location, parking lot. 410-726-7674.

Fire Safety Dice Run. Trap Pond State Park, Laurel. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Benefit Fire Safety programs and Burn Out Fund. Sponsored by the Red Knights. $20, includes entertainment, lunch.

Coins, Currency and Treasures Coin Show. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dealers buying and selling coins and currency. Free admission. www.coinbrowser.com.

Chesapeake Celtic Festival. Furnace Town Living Heritage Museum, Snow Hill. 11 a.m.-5:30 p.m. Celtic breed dogs, music and dance, Celtic fashions, Highland Encampment, pipe bands, clan booths, lectures, Celtic marketplace and food court, whiskey tasting, sheepherding. Adults, $12; ages 2-18, $3. 410-632-2032; www.celticfest.net.

Film Screening. Wor-Wic Community College, Salisbury. 3:30 p.m. Guerrieri Auditorium. Salisbury Film Society screening of “Persepolis.” Rated PG-13, in French with English subtitles. Doors open 3 p.m. 410-543-2787.

Mid-Atlantic Symphony Concert. Mariner’s Bethel United Methodist Church, Ocean View. 3 p.m. “The Power of Vibrant Emotions,” A Beethoven violin concerto. Pre-concert talk at 2 p.m. 410-868-3490; www.midatlanticsymphony.org.

Blessing of the Animals. Church of the Holy Spirit, Ocean City. 1 p.m. Church parking lot. Animals should be on leashes or otherwise under control. 410-723-1973.

Mid-Atlantic Bridal Expo. The Fountains Wedding & Conference Center, Salisbury. Noon-4 p.m. Free admission. Registration suggested. Featuring wedding vendors. 410-572-6728.

89th Annual Wheatley Family Reunion. Wheatley United Methodist Church, Sharptown. 2 p.m. For descendants of William, Charles and Joseph Wheatley, who settled in Dorchester County in the mid-1700s. Covered dish luncheon, followed by a brief memorial service. 410-883-3246.

Salisbury Skatepark Boogie Down Fundraiser. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury. Doors open at 3 p.m., music starts at 3:30 p.m. Featuring Cattywampus, Debbie Does Dallas, Face the Sunshine, The Rockvilles. $10. Tickets on sale at Connections Skate Shop in Salisbury, Civic Center Box Office. Also silent auction, door prizes. 410-200-1968.

“On Golden Pond.” Possum Hall, Georgetown. 2 p.m. $16; seniors and students, $15. 302-856-4560. Presented by the Possum Point Players.

Car Show. Pittsville Fire House, Pittsville. Noon-2:30 p.m. Car, truck, tractor, motorcycle show. $10 registration fee. Food on sale; dash plaques to first 100 registrants. 410-835-8806 or 410-835-3112. Sponsored by the Pittsville Lions Club.

Music on Broad Street Series. Wicomico Presbyterian Church, Salisbury. 3 p.m. In the sanctuary. Featuring award-winning Annapolis based quartet, The Bay Jazz Project. Tickets on sale at Season’s Best Antiques and at the door. Adults, $12; seniors, $8; students, free.

Blessing of the Animals. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, Berlin. 2:30 p.m. Animals must be on leashes, held in arms or otherwise contained. 410-641-4066.

Bike Ride, Benefit for Sally Shipley. Oasis Bar & Grill, Whaleyville. Bike ride registration, 9 a.m.-noon. $20, includes buffet, donuts, coffee. Bloody Mary bar, scavenger hunt with prizes. First bike out at 11 a.m. Benefit, 1-6 p.m. Buffet, silent auction, Chinese auction, 50’50 raffle. Entertainment 2-6 p.m. Proceeds will benefit medical expenses for Sally Shipley who is undergoing treatment for a brain tumor. 443-880-6868.

6 Monday

Bingo. American Legion Post 28, Millsboro. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start 7 p.m. Food on sale. Hosted by American Legion Auxiliary Unit 28 and Oak Orchard-Riverdale American Legion Post 28. Benefits veterans and youth. 302-945-1673, ext. 5 or 14.

Fencing Demonstration Series. Salisbury University, Salisbury. Holloway Hall lawn. 5-6 p.m. Featuring champion fencing expert Angela Herbert-Hodges. Limited equipment available for audience participation. Rain location, Caruthers Hall Auditorium. Free. 410-219-2872; www.salisbury.edu.

Free Hypertension Clinic & Health Education. Apple Discount Drugs, Berlin. 10 a.m.-noon.

Free Hypertension Clinic & Health Education. Happy Harry’s Pharmacy, Berlin. 1-3 p.m.

7 Tuesday

Bingo. Sussex Amvets Post 2, Millsboro. 7 p.m. Free. 302-945-0460.

“Mother Goose on the Loose” Program. Seaford District Library, Seaford. 10:30 a.m. For pre-walkers. Early literacy program uses rhymes and songs to help children get ready to read. Parents or caregivers asked to participate. Free. 302-629-2524.Free.

Information on Veterans Benefits. Cheer Community Center, Georgetown. 9:30 a.m. No appointment needed. 302-854-9500.

Bible Study. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 1 p.m. Free. All denominations welcome. 302-227-2055.

Snow Hill Farmers’ Market. Green Street parking lot, Snow Hill. 3-6 p.m. Municipal parking lot behind the post office. 410-546-8480.

MVA On Wheels. Public Safety Building Lot, Ocean City. 10 a.m. Motor Vehicle Administration bus to visit Ocean City. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 1-800-950-1 MVA.

Time 4 Twos. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 10:30 a.m. Story time for 2-year-olds. Stories, music, singing, finger plays, simple craft. Free. 410-749-3612.

Card Party. St. Andrew Catholic Center, Ocean City. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Chinese auction, raffles, door prizes. $16, includes lunch. Tickets sold in advance only. 410-250-2271.

Bull & Oyster Roast., Silent Auction. Brew River Restaurant & Bar, Salisbury. 5-9 p.m. Benefits patients and residents at Deer’s Head Hospital Center, Salisbury. $22. Door prizes, 50/50 raffle. Call 410-543-4052, 410-677-6757.

Lewes Tree Tour. Lewes Historical Society Complex, Lewes. 10 a.m. Leaves from the historical complex. Free. 302-645-7670.

PBS Series. Salisbury University, Salisbury. 6 p.m. Fulton Hall Room 111. Featuring the series “Art: 21 ‚Äî Art in the Twenty-First Century.” Actress Isabella Rossellini introduces artists who delve into personal memory and the past, transforming them in their process. Free. 410-548-2547.

Sesame Street Live: “Elmo’s Green Thumb.” Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Tickets $13, $16 and $20; limited number of $25 Gold Circle seats available. Plus fees. 410-548-4911, www.wicomicociviccenter.org.

Lap Time. Worcester County Library, Ocean City branch, Ocean City. 10:30 a.m. For children up to age 2 and a caregiver. Rhymes, songs, finger plays, puppets and music. Older children will participate in movement activities and a craft. Call to register. 410-524-1818.

Festival of Foods: End of Ramadan Dinner. Salisbury University, Salisbury. Bistro, The Commons. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Adults, $9.97; ages 6-12, $6.06; age 5 and under, free. 410-219-2872.

Free Hypertension Clinic & Health Education. Rite Aid Pharmacy, Selbyville. 10 a.m.-noon.

Preschool Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-645-4633.

Story Time. Georgetown Public Library, Georgetown. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-856-7958.

Rehoboth Art League Sketch Group. Rehoboth Art League, Rehoboth Beach. Chambers studio. 7:30-10 p.m. Open to all interested artists. $5 per sessions. Live models provided. 302-227-8408.

8 Wednesday

Infant and Toddler Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-645-2733.

Golf Tournament. Nassawango Golf Course, Snow Hill. Registration, 8:30 a.m. Tee-time, 10 a.m. Entry deadline, Sept. 15. $75 per person, $300 for team. Includes dinner. 410-957-1919.

Get Ready for the SAT. Wicomico Public Libary, Centre at Salisbury branch, Salisbury. 6-8 p.m. For teens and parents. Review practice questions and studying tips. Learn strategies for testing success. Free. 410-546-5397; www.wicomicolibrary.org.

Golf Tournament. Nassawango Golf Course, Snow Hill. 10 a.m. Registration deadline, Sept. 15. $75 per person; $300 per team. 410-632-3114.

Book Discussion Group. Georgetown Public Library, Georgetown. 10 a.m. Friends of the Georgetown Public Library monthly book discussion on “Middlesex” by Jeffrey Eugenides. 302-856-7958.

Fire Prevention Program. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 10:30 a.m. Children’s area. All ages welcome. Stories, information about fire prevention and escape, meet Sparky the fire dog, learn about firefighters and their gear. Free. 410-749-3612.

Sesame Street Live: “Elmo’s Green Thumb.” Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury. 10:30 a.m. and 7 p.m. Tickets $13, $16 and $20; limited number of $25 Gold Circle seats available. Plus fees. 410-548-4911, www.wicomicociviccenter.org.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

Farmers’ Market, The Centre at Salisbury. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. 3-6 p.m. Main entrance at Boscov’s. 410-546-8480.

Colorectal Cancer Educational Workshop. Worcester County Library, Ocean Pines Branch, Ocean Pines. 6-8 p.m. Presented by The Wellness Community, Delmarva. Advance registration encouraged; walk-ins accepted. Light dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Free. 410-546-1200.

9 Thursday

Bingo. Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge, Lewes. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. Food on sale. 302-645-7016, ext. 10.

Lap Time for Babies. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 10:45 a.m. Also 11:30 a.m. Songs, finger plays, stories, fun for babies ages 0-23 months and their caregivers. Free. 410-749-3612.

Ocean Pines Garden Club Harvest Dinner. Ocean Pines Country Club, Ocean Pines. Social hour, 5:30 p.m.; dinner, 6:45 p.m. Dress is country club casual. Music for dinner and dancing. Bring nonperishable food items for Diakonia. $17. Reservations, 410-208-9407, 410-208-4880.

Theater Performance. Delaware Technical & Community College, Owens Campus, Georgetown. 7 p.m. Clear Space Productions presents “The Crucible.” $25; $20 for age 60 and older; $15, students. 302-644-3810, ext. 5. Also: 10 a.m., students in groups, $6.

Cinema & Art. Inn at Canal Square, Lewes. 7-9:15 p.m. Rehoboth Art League and Rehoboth Beach Film Society co-present present Cinema and Art, a bi-annual film series which brings art and artists to the big screen. Featuring screening of “Modigliani.” Doors open at 6:30 p.m. for a reception with light refreshments. $10. Seating is limited and reservations are required. Tickets will not be sold at the door. 302-227-8408.

Endless Summer Cruisin’. Inlet parking lot, Ocean City. 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Hot rod car show featuring more than 1,500 customs, muscle cars, classics and more. Boardwalk parade at 8 a.m., from 27th Street, to the Inlet. Appearance by Candy Clark from “American Graffiti.” Adults, $10 per day, $30 for a four-day pass. Children under 14 free with a paying adult. 410-798-6304; www.ococeancitycarshows.com.

Lecture. Salisbury University, Great Hall, Holloway Hall, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Distinguished Faculty Renaissance Series: “Was There Really A European Renaissance?” with Dr. Tim Miller. Free. 410-219-2872.

Theater. Salisbury University, Fulton Hall Black Box Theatre, Salisbury. 8 p.m. South African playwright Athol Fugard took a minimalist approach to deconstructing a major issue with his 1989 play, “My Children, My Africa.” $12, $10 for seniors. Suggested for mature audiences. 410-543-6228.

10 Friday

Delaware Comedy Theatre Improv Show. Wahoo’s, Rehoboth Beach. For adults. Seating begins 6:45 p.m.; show starts, 7:30 p.m. $5 at the door. 302-227-6700.

Eastern Shore Pig Roast. Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury. 4:30-6:30 p.m. Under the pond-side pavilion. $12.Commemorates the 40th anniversary of the museum; those attending will get a commemorative wine glass. 50/50 raffle. 410-742-4988, ext. 120.

Night of the Living Zoo. Salisbury Zoo, Salisbury. 6-9 p.m. Take a spooky hike through the zoo that will educate and entertain participants about the zoo’s nocturnal inhabitants. Advance tickets: adults, $7; children, $4. At the gate, adults, $8; children, $5. Tickets on sale at the zoo gift shop. 410-548-3188.
Jazz Ensemble Fall Concert. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Ella Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, Princess Anne. 7 p.m. Featuring UMES Jazz Ensemble. Free.

Arts & Crafts Fair. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Including German-roasted nuts, funnel cakes, fruit smoothies, apple strudel, other Bavarian goodies. 410-524-7020.

Festival of Foods: Yom Kippur Dinner. Salisbury University, Salisbury. Bistro, The Commons. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Adults, $9.97; ages 6-12, $6.06; age 5 and under, free. 410-219-2872.

Friday Flea & Farmers Market. Cypress Park, Pocomoke City. 8 a.m.-3 p.m. Buy sell, trade. Antiques, collectibles, yard sale, produce, plants. Free selling space, bring your own tables. 443-735-0957; pocomokeriver.org.

Lecture. Salisbury University, Teacher Education and Technology Center, Salisbury. 5 p.m. Room 153. NAACP Image Award Kadir Nelson will speak on his career in art and illustration. Book signing, reception follows in Room 226. Free. 410-548-2547.

Friday Night Dinner. Powellville Volunteer Fire Co, Powellville. 5 p.m. Fried oyster and baked chicken platters, mashed potatoes, green vegetable, dumplings. $12. 410-835-8181.

Performance. Salisbury University, Great Hall, Holloway Hall, Salisbury. 7 p.m. “Commedia dell’Arte Theatrical” with artist-in-residence Ben Sota. Includes mask making, juggling, stilt walking and other related dell’Arte theater skills. Free. 410-219-2872.

“On Golden Pond.” Possum Hall, Georgetown. 8 p.m. $16; seniors and students, $15. 302-856-4560. Presented by the Possum Point Players.
Berlin’s 2nd Friday Art Stroll. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 5-8 p.m. Participating galleries, shops and restaurants open for this town-wide open house featuring arts and crafts. Art receptions, demonstrations, exhibits, live music, wine tasting.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

Endless Summer Cruisin’ XI Car Show. Ocean City Factory Outlets, Ocean City. 9 a.m.-noon. Registration ends at 11:30 a.m. Dash plaques. Raffle to benefit Maryland Special Olympics.

Chesapeake Wildfowl Expo. Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury. Buy, sell and trade vendors in the parking lot, 8 a.m.-44 p.m. Eastern Shore Pig Roast, 4:30-6:30 p.m.; $12. Free museum admission. 410-742-4988, Ext. 120. www.wardmuseum.org.

11 Saturday

Casino Night. American Legion Post 28, Millsboro. Doors open 6:30 p.m. $5, includes light food, beer, soft drinks, coffee. Mixed drinks, bottled water on sale. Must be 21 or older. 302-945-1673.
Alzheimer’s Association Memory Walk. Salisbury Downtown Plaza, Salisbury. 9 a.m.-Noon. 2.5-mile route around Historic Salisbury. Meet John Glover, star of “Smallville.” Walkers collect pledges. Registration at 9 a.m. at the City Bistro, walk starts at 10 a.m. Refreshments, entertainment follow the walk. 410-543-1163.Registration is free. Each walker is asked to raise $200. Donations from special events, friends, co-workers, and family can support each participant. Walker “How To’ manuals available for free. Register early. You will have fun helping others.. 410-543-1163.

FiberFest. Sturgis Park, Snow Hill. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Textile arts festival with vendors of hand-crafted art, yarn, roving, and other fiber art goodies. Food, demonstrations, free kids’ activities, and live animals. Free admission. Sponsored by the Julia A. Purnell Museum. 410-632-0515.

Horn Point Laboratory Community Open House. UMCES Horn Point Laboratory, Cambridge. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Featuring hands-on activities, including tours of the lab‚Äôs oyster and fish hatcheries, kid-friendly programs such as nature crafts, Bay critter touch tank, hay rides and face painting. Free. Children get free T-shirts. 410-221-8425.

Dreams of Hope Luncheon. Community Lutheran Church, Frankford. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Sponsored by Dreamweavers Branch of Longaberger Consultants. Benefits Tunnell Cancer Center and Justin Jennings Beach House. Tickets include lunch and Horizon of Hope gift. $50. 302-537-5557.

Princess Anne Farmers Market & Craft Fair. Manokin River Park, Princess Anne. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 410-651-1818.

Fall Flower Show. Christ United Methodist Church, Salisbury. Fellowship Hall. 2-5 p.m. “There’s No Place Like Home.” Presented by the Town and Country Garden Club. Free. 410-546-0342.

Basket, Bag Bingo. Ocean Pines Community Hall, Berlin. Doors open 5:30pm, games start, 7 p.m. begins @ 7pm. All baskets and bags are filled. Refreshments, raffles, 50/50. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Sponsored by Ocean Pines Lions Club, benefits the scholarship account and local community projects. 410-208-3980.

Program for Writers. Cambridge Yacht Club, Cambridge. 11 a.m. Author Cynthia Polansky will present “You Can Be a Writer: Breaking Through the Fears Holding You Back.” Optional lunch follows, with time for networking among writers and guests. 410-745-8888.

Chincoteague Farmers Market. Behind Don’s Seafood, Chincoteague Island. 9 a.m.-noon. 757-336-2610.

Longaberger, Vera Bradley Bingo. Willards Lions Center, Willards. Doors open at 5:30 p.m., bingo starts, 7 p.m. Filled baskets and pocketbooks. Must be age 16 or older to play. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Benefits the Ladies Auxiliary. 410-835-2285, 410-835-2409.

Fall Festival. Asbury United Methodist Church, Salisbury. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Benefits Salisbury Urban Ministries, Christian Shelter, Boys Scouts, Appalachian Service Project, Joseph House and other Delmarva non-profits. Live auction at 1 p.m.; crafts, games and puppet shows, baked goods, lunch menu includes fried oysters, sandwiches and homemade milk shakes. 410-749-2131.

Freeman Fall Festival. Bayside Community, Selbyville. 2 p.m. Featuring the music of Mythica Celtic Band, fall crafts, family activities. Food on sale. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. Free.

Oktoberfest. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 11 a.m.-9 p.m. Music, clowns, puppet shows, German food. Adults, $6; seniors and students, $5; age 13 and under, free. Free admission to anyone in German-style apparel; free admission after 6 p.m. to anyone wearing suspenders. Couples dance contest, 7:30 p.m. 410-524-7020.
Arts & Crafts Fair. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Including German-roasted nuts, funnel cakes, fruit smoothies, apple strudel, other Bavarian goodies. 410-524-7020.
Soccer Shoot. Crisfield Elks Lodge, Crisfield. 9 a.m.-noon. Registration, 9 a.m., play begins at 9:30 a.m. This Elks Soccer Penalty Kick contest is open to all boys and girls in Somerset County, ages 4 to 13, as of Aug. 1. Competition in four age groups. Free. 410-968-3680.
Fire Prevention Program. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 1 p.m. Children’s area. All ages welcome. Stories, information about fire prevention and escape, meet Sparky the fire dog, learn about firefighters and their gear. Free. 410-749-3612.

Bingomania. Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, Berlin. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 6 p.m. Light fare, snacks, baked goods, soda on sale. $20 in advance; $25 at the door. Extra cards, $5 per set of three. 410-352-3933. Benefits Berlin/Ocean City OptiMis scholarship fund.

Music Program. Salem United Methodist Church, Pocomoke City. 7:30 p.m. Evening of music, featuring piano and organ; candlelight, elegant desserts. Part of celebration of 225 years of Methodism in the Pocomoke City area.

Film & Discussion. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 2-5 p.m. Featuring “Double Indemnity.” Free. 410-749-3612.

Harvest Ball. Baycenter, Dewey Beach. 6-11 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the South Coastal Library. Silent auction, dinner,live auction, dancing to music by the Mario Rocco band. $150. Reservations. 302-539-1367.

Basket Bingo. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Student Services Center ballroom, Princess Anne. In the ballroom. Doors open at 4:30 p.m. Silent auction, door prizes. $20. 410-651-6574. Benefits UMES Concert Choir’s spring overseas tour.

North American Sea Glass Festival. University of Delaware, Lewes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Virden Conference Center. $5. Sea glass shard identification experts on hand.

Opening Reception. Salisbury University, Salisbury. Fulton Hall Gallery. 6-8 p.m. For “Points of Juxtaposition.” 410-548-2547.

Tastes of Spain Benefit Dinner. Morris home, Salisbury. $50. Call for reservations. 410-677-5379.

“On Golden Pond.” Possum Hall, Georgetown. 8 p.m. $16; seniors and students, $15. 302-856-4560. Presented by the Possum Point Players.

Fall Festival. Acts the Apostolic Church, Temperanceville. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Family fun, food and games. Pony rides, moon bounce, hamburgers, hot dogs, snow cones, ice cream, kids prizes. Live auction. 757-824-4854.

Cruisin’ Car Show. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Awards ceremony at end of the show.

Salisbury Farmers’ Market. Municipal Parking Lot, Salisbury. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Two blocks south of the flea market. 410-546-8480.

Saturday Night Bingo. Mardela Middle and High School, Mardela Springs. Doors open 5 p.m., games begin 7 p.m. Benefits Mardela Middle and High School Band programs.

Apple Scrapple Festival. Bridgeville, between Railroad Avenue and Main Street, Bridgeville. 9 a.m.-10 p.m. Music, Redneck Olympics, Scrapple sling at 2:15 p.m.; car show, Country Idol Contest finals. Street dance at 7 p.m.

Chesapeake Wildfowl Expo. Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury. Chesapeake Challenge decoy competition, 11 a.m.-4 p.m. “Old Birds” antique decoy competition, 1:30-3 p.m. Arts and crafts, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Guided nature walks, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. Food on sale. Museum admission is free. 410-742-4988, ext. 120; www.wardmuseum.org.

12 Sunday

Ocean City Farmers Market. Phillips Restaurant, Ocean City. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 142nd Street location, parking lot. 410-726-7674.

Breakfast. Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge, Lewes. 8-11 a.m. All-you-can-eat breakfast featuring eggs, bacon, sausage, scrapple, pancakes and chipped beef. $6 for adults, $3 for children. Second Sunday of every month.302-645-7016.

Crab Feast. American Legion Post 28, Millsboro. Noon-4 p.m. Crabs, crab soup, salads, spaghetti and crabs, beer and soda. $25 in advance, $30 at the door. 302-745-0040.

Oktoberfest. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Music, clowns, puppet shows, German food. Adults, $6; seniors and students, $5; age 13 and under, free. Free admission to anyone in German-style apparel; free admission after 6 p.m. to anyone wearing suspenders. Knockwurst eating contest, 1:30 p.m. 50’50 raffle drawing, 3:45 p.m. 410-524-7020.

Arts & Crafts Fair. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Including German-roasted nuts, funnel cakes, fruit smoothies, apple strudel, other Bavarian goodies. 410-524-7020.

Atlantic United Methodist Church Dinner. Phillips Crab House, Ocean City. 1-7 p.m.

Theater. Salisbury University, Fulton Hall Black Box Theatre, Salisbury. 2 p.m. South African playwright Athol Fugard took a minimalist approach to deconstructing a major issue with his 1989 play, “My Children, My Africa.” $12, $10 for seniors. Suggested for mature audiences. 410-543-6228.

Spaghetti Dinner. DeNovo’s Trattoria, Berlin. Spaghetti and meat balls, salad, bread and butter, dessert, coffee, tea and soda. Carry-outs and cash bar available. Adults, $10; under age 12, $4. Reserved seating only. Seatings at 3, 4, 5 and 6 p.m. Benefits Ocean City Power Squadron boating safety and seamanship. 410-641-5570.

Giggle Medic 5K Run, Walk. Cape Henlopen High School, Lewes. 9 a.m. In memoriam of Sussex County paramedic Stephanie L. Callaway who was killed in the line of duty earlier this year. Proceeds will benefit a scholarship fund for those studying emergency medical services. Registration, 7 a.m. $20 in advance, $25 on race day. Food, entertainment, prizes. www.seashoresatriders.com.

North American Sea Glass Festival. University of Delaware, Lewes. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Virden Conference Center. $5. Shard of the year contest.

“On Golden Pond.” Possum Hall, Georgetown. 2 p.m. $16; seniors and students, $15. 302-856-4560. Presented by the Possum Point Players.

Beef, Dumpling Dinner. Hurlock Volunteer Fire Company, Hurlock. Noon-3 p.m. Beef & dumplings, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, applesauce, cole slaw, rolls and butter. Adults, $10; seniors, $9; ages 5-123, $6. under age 5, free. Desserts on sale. 410-943-3110.
Endless Summer Cruisin’. Inlet parking lot, Ocean City. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Hot rod car show featuring more than 1,500 customs, muscle cars, classics and more. Boardwalk parade at 8 a.m., from 27th Street, to the Inlet. Appearance by Candy Clark from “American Graffiti.” Adults, $10 per day, $30 for a four-day pass. Children under 14 free with a paying adult. 410-798-6304; www.ococeancitycarshows.com.

13 Monday

Film. Salisbury University, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Caruthers Hall Auditorium. “Leonardo’s Dream Machines, Part One.” Free. 410-219-2872.

Italian Feast Buffet. Hall’s Restaurant, Ocean City. 4-8 p.m. Silent auction. Adults, $12; ages 4-9, $5; under age 4, free. Tickets on sale at the door. Benefits Play It Safe ‘09. 410-289-7060, 410-250-0125.

14 Tuesday
Bingo. Sussex Amvets Post 2, Millsboro. 7 p.m. Free. 302-945-0460.

Time 4 Twos. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 10:30 a.m. Story time for 2-year-olds. Stories, music, singing, finger plays, simple craft. Free. 410-749-3612.

Snow Hill Farmers’ Market. Green Street parking lot, Snow Hill. 3-6 p.m. Municipal parking lot behind the post office. 410-546-8480.

Story Time. Georgetown Public Library, Georgetown. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-856-7958.

What You Need to Know About Breast Cancer. AGH Pocomoke Primary Care Office, Pocomoke City. 5-6 p.m. Free informational seminar with a breast surgeon at AGH. Light refreshments. 410-641-9268.

Bible Study. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 1 p.m. Free. All denominations welcome. 302-227-2055.

Blood Pressure Screening. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 9-10:30 a.m. Free. Register by Oct. 10. 302-227-2055.

Teen Read Week Movie. Selbyville Public Library, Selbyville. 12 a.m. 4-6 p.m. Featuring “The Golden Compass.” For ages 11 and older. Refreshments. 302-436-8195.

Vegetarian Workshop. Wicomico Public Library, Pittsville branch, Pittsville. 6-8 p.m. Learn to make classic dishes as vegetarian meals. Space is limited. Call to register, 410-835-2353. Free.

Delaware Humanities Forum. Milton Public Library, Milton. 6 p.m. Featuring “The Beliefs of the Old Order Amish.” Call to register, 302-684-8856.

Rehoboth Art League Sketch Group. Rehoboth Art League, Rehoboth Beach. Chambers studio. 7:30-10 p.m. Open to all interested artists. $5 per sessions. Live models provided. 302-227-8408.

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Program. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Sue Revelle, director of Women Supporting Women, will discuss early detection and how the organization can help breast cancer patients. Free. 410-749-3612.

15 Wednesday

Infant and Toddler Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-645-2733.

Read Along with Rosie. Wicomico Public Library, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Children’s program room. Family-oriented story time for kids ages 5-11 and their parents/caregivers. Enjoy guitar and piano keyboard music, interactive stories, light refreshments. 410-749-3612.Free. 410-749-3612.

Fall Dance. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 6-9 p.m. $5. Singles welcome. Refreshments. Call to register by Oct. 10. 302-227-2055.

Penny Bingo. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. Noon. Lunch on sale 11-11:30 a.m.; or bring a lunch. 302-227-2055.

The Famous Artie Shaw Orchestra. Mar-Va Theater Performing Arts Center, Pocomoke City. 7:30 p.m. $25 in advance (by Oct. 12), $30 at the
door. 410-957-4230.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

Farmers’ Market, The Centre at Salisbury. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. 3-6 p.m. Main entrance at Boscov’s. 410-546-8480.

16 Thursday

Bingo. Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge, Lewes. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. Food on sale. 302-645-7016, ext. 10.

Fall Midterm Studio-Class Recital. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Ella Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, Princess Anne. 11 a.m. Free.

Opening Reception. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Princess Anne. Mosely Gallery. 4-6 p.m. “Commemorating Scorchy Tawes: A Somerset County Legend.” Free. Exhibit continues through Dec. 5.

Branson Act To Perform. OC Jamboree, Ocean City. 2 and 7 p.m. Featuring Randy Newman and his Ozark Jubilee. Reservations, 410-213-7581.

Job Fair. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. 3:30-7 p.m.

Lecture. Salisbury University, Great Hall, Holloway Hall, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Distinguished Faculty Renaissance Series: “Theatre of the Renaissance?” with Robert Smith. Free. 410-219-2872.

Job Fair. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. Third annual One-Stop Job Market and Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce Job Fair. 3:30-7 p.m. 410-749-0144.

17 Friday

Americana Music Festival. Ruddertowne, Dewey Beach. 9 p.m. 40 root rock, country, alt-country, folk and bluegrass bands. 302-227-3888.

Nature Tales for Tots. Ward Museum of Wildfowl Art, Salisbury. 10 a.m.-11 a.m. Free. Preschool-first grade. Stories pertaining to the environment and craft activity. Topic is spiders. 410-742-4988, ext. 104 or 110.

3rd Annual Crisfield Watermen’s Festival. Somers Cove Marina, Crisfield. 12:30-4 p.m. All-you-can-eat oysters, crabs, clams, chicken, salads, sides, beverages. $35 in advance, $40 at the gate. Hosted by Crisfield Heritage Foundation. 410-968-2501.

Festival of Foods: Taste of the Chesapeake Dinner. Salisbury University, Salisbury. Bistro, The Commons. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Adults, $9.97; ages 6-12, $6.06; age 5 and under, free. 410-219-2872.

Business Showcase. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Chamberfest 2008, presented by the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce. 410-749-0144.

Reception. Salisbury University, Guerrieri Center, Atrium Gallery, Salisbury. 5-7 p.m. For “Reflections of Nature.” Free. 410-548-3972.

Teen Read Week: Get Your Game On @ The LIbrary. Selbyville Public Library, Selbyville. 4-7:30 p.m. For ages 11-17. Call to register. 302-436-8195.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

Teen Read Week Movie Marathon. Wicomico Public Library, The Centre branch, Salisbury. 4:30-8:30 p.m. For ages 12 to 18. Featuring “Van Helsing” and “Blood and Chocolate.” Free.

18 Saturday

Delaware SeaSide Railroad Club Open House. Historic Georgetown Railway Station, Georgetown. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Displays include operating O gauge layout, S gauge display and other items. Information on the value and repair of old toy trains. Free. 302-682-4652 or 302-945-1627.

Turkey Shoot Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge, Lewes. 10 a.m. 302-945-3941 or 302-629-9199.

Family Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 11 a.m. Free. 302-645-4633.Free. 645-4633 or www.leweslibrary.o.

New York City Bus Trip WalMart, Fruitland. 6 a.m. Shopping, see a Broadway show or visit historic landmarks. $55 per person. Proceeds will benefit the Coastal Xtreme All Stars, a non-profit cheerleading squad. Reservations required. $55. 410-219-9209.

Lewes HIgh School Class of 1958, 50-Year Reunion. Virden Center, Lewes. Class members can call 302-645-2387 for more information.

Walk the Boards for St. Jude Children’s Hospital. Ocean City Boardwalk, Ocean City. 8 a.m. In front of the tram station. $15 donation required to participate. 410-213-1956.

Princess Anne Farmers Market. Manokin River Park, Princess Anne. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 410-651-1818.

Sail on a Skipjack. Long Wharf, Cambridge. Sail on the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester. 1-3 p.m. Depart from Long Wharf. Reservations, 410-228-7141.

Pig, Bull, Oyster Roast. American Legion Post 166, Ocean City. 4-8 p.m. $35. Includes pork, beef and oysters, baked beans, cole slaw, draft beer, soda. BYOB. Must be age 21. 410-289-1413.

Fair Trade Christmas Gift Market. Community of Joy, Church of the Brethern, Salisbury. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Display of handmade gifts made by the women of Union Victoria, San Lucas, and surrounding communities. Fair trade coffe, chocolate; locally handmade items and baked goods. Soup lunch on sale. 410-548-9122.

Chincoteague Farmers Market. Behind Don’s Seafood, Chincoteague Island. 9 a.m.-noon. 757-336-2610.

Bird Walk. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Cambridge. 8 a.m. Meet at the visitor center. Bring binoculars and a bird guide. Free. 410-228-2677.

Seafood Salute. West Side Volunteer Fire Department, Bivalve. 1-6 p.m. $30 in advance, $32 at the door; ages 10-16, $10; under age 10, free. All-you-can-eat steamed crabs, fried chicken, shrimpies, hot dogs, oyster fritters, potato salad, cole slaw, ice tea, beer and soda on sale. Carry-outs available. Sponsored by West Side Lions Club, West Side Volunteer Fire Department. 410-422-4715.

Festival of Foods: Oktoberfest Dinner. Salisbury University, Salisbury. Bistro, The Commons. 4:30-7:30 p.m. Adults, $9.97; ages 6-12, $6.06; age 5 and under, free. Music by Pugsley. 410-219-2872.

Fall Festival. Salem United Methodist Church, Selbyville. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Crafts, baked goods, silent and Chinese auctions, jewelry, tent sale, Christmas items, children’s activities. door prizes. Lunch served, 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. 302-436-5156. Table space for crafters, $20. Call 302-436-6408.

Indoor Yard Sale. Millville Volunteer Fire Company, Millville. 7 a.m. Tables available, $12; $20 for two. 302-537-4220.

Fall Harvest of Talents Bazaar. Melson United Methodist Church, Delmar. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Auction at 11 a.m. Oyster sandwiches, chicken salad sandwiches, homemade ice cream, scrapple and sausage sandwiches, pies, cakes, canned goods, candy. 410-896-3386.

Children’s Art Workshop. Art League of Ocean City, Ocean City. 9 a.m.-noon. For ages 5-12. Featured project is printing on white T-shirts. Participants should bring a white T-shirt. $5. Advance registration required. 410-524-9433.

Texas Hold ‘Em Bazaar. Hurlock Volunteer Fire Company, Hurlock. 10 a.m. $100 buy in, in advance; $125 at the door. Food and drink on sale. Payouts based on attendance. 410-943-3110.

Business Showcase. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. 10 a.m.-9 p.m. Chamberfest 2008, presented by the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce. 410-749-0144.
Autumn Wine Festival. Pemberton Historical Park, Salisbury. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Live entertainment, sample wines from 18 Maryland wineries, food, vendors. $20 in advance, $25 at the gate; designated driver and youth ticket, $5. Tickets on sale at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center Box Office; or visit www.AutumnWineFestival.org.

Free Community Flu Cinic. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Main lobby. 410-641-9358.

Delmarva Home and Remodeling Expo. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Adults, $6; ages 8-18, $5. Showcases the latest in home improvement and design services and information. Tom Silva from “This Old House” to appear noon-4 p.m.

Harvest Festival. Bates Memorial United Methodist Church, Snow Hill. 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Oyster fritters, chicken salad, homemade soups, clam chowder, baked goods, crafts, country store, white elephant table.

Native American Indian Heritage Festival & PowWow. Bending Water Park, Marion. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $4. Drumming, dancing, crafts, singing, food. 410-623-2660.

Olde Princess Anne Days/ 1812 Heritage Festival. Downtown Princess Anne, Princess Anne. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Historic house and garden tour, craft demonstrations, military encampment, music, children’s activities. Presented by the Somerset County Historical society. 410-651-2238, 1-800-521-9189.

Yard Sale. Antioch United Methodist Church, Princess Anne. 6:30 a.m.-noon. Rain or shine.

Eastern Shore Asthma Walk. Salisbury City Park, Salisbury. 3.1-mile walk to benefit the American Lung Association. Registration, 9 a.m.; walk begins, 10 a.m. No registration fee. Everyone who raises $100 receives an event T-shirt. 410-548-1613.

Fried Chicken Dinner. New Hope United Methodist Church, Willards. Noon. All-you-can-eat fried chicken, mashed potatoes, greens, string beans, macaroni and cheese, beets, applesauce, biscuits, dessert and coffee. Adults, $10. Carry-outs available. 410-543-8244, 410-430-7104.
Murder Mystery NIght. Private home, Salisbury. 6 p.m. Salisbury Jaycees investigate “Murder at the Sci-Fi Convention.” Community members ages 21-40 can join in as characters attempt to figure out who killed the creator of a popular science fiction TV show. 20 suspects; each participant is assigned a character to act out for the evening and offered suggestions for a costume. Participants also asked to bring a covered dish. Admission is free but reservations due Oct. 11. 410-341-4123; 08president@salisburyjc.com.

Salisbury Farmers’ Market. Municipal Parking Lot, Salisbury. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Two blocks south of the flea market. 410-546-8480.

Saturday Night Bingo. Mardela Middle and High School, Mardela Springs. Doors open 5 p.m., games begin 7 p.m. Benefits Mardela Middle and High School Band programs.

Teen Read Week Movie Marathon. Wicomico Public Library, The Centre branch, Salisbury. Noon-4 p.m. For ages 12 to 18. Featuring “Dracula, Dead and Loving it” and “Eight-Legged Freaks.” Free.

9th Annual Chili and Chowder Cook-Off. Downtown Chincoteague, Chincoteague. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Also Little Miss Chili Pepper and Mr. Hot Stuff competition, for ages 3-6. Deadline to enter is Oct. 13. 757-894-3544. Cooking contest information, 757-336-3700.

Lewes High School Class of 1958 Reunion. Virden Center, Lewes. 5 p.m. Group will tour the school at 2:45 p.m. 302-645-2387.

Rummage Sale. Ocean City Presbyterian Church, Ocean City. 7 a.m.-1 p.m.

19 Sunday

Spaghetti Dinner. American Legion Post 28, Millsboro. 5-7 p.m. $7, includes spaghetti, meatballs, salad, dessert, beverage. Sponsored by the Oak Orchard/Riverdale American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Unit 28. Take-outs available. 302-945-1673.

Sharing Sunday. Ocean Pines Community Hall, Berlin. 1 p.m.-3 p.m. Meeting room. Collection of nonperishable food items for the Noel Community. Sponsored by the Democratic Women’s Club of Ocean Pines. 410-208-0501.

Sail on a Skipjack. Long Wharf, Cambridge. Sail on the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester. 11 a.m. or 12:30 p.m. Depart from Long Wharf. Reservations, 410-228-7141.

Motorcycle Toy Run. Harley-Davidson of Ocean City, Berlin. Benefits Marines Corps Reserve Toys for Tots program. Registration, 10 a.m.-noon. Roll out at 12:30 p.m. Escorted run ends at American Legion Post 64 in Salisbury. Admission is a new unwrapped toy or $10. No stuffed animals. Cash bar, music, food. 443-235-5910; Clay@asapr.com. All motorcycles welcome.

Fall Redden Ride/Walk. Redden State Forest Park, Georgetown. 10 a.m. Hosted by Southern Delaware Therapeutic & Recreational Horseback Riding Inc. Rain date is Oct. 26. Lunch, trivia games, raffles.302-644-1920.

Benefit Dinner, Auction. Delmar VFW, Delmar. 1-5 p.m. Beef and dumpling dinner, silent auction, 50/50 raffle, live entertainment. Benefits the Kyle Dixon Memorial Scholarship Fund. Scholarship honors Kyle Dixon, a 16-year-old honor student at Delmar High School, who was killed in a car accident in January. 443-880-4632.

Autumn Wine Festival. Pemberton Historical Park, Salisbury. 12:30-6 p.m. Live entertainment, sample wines from 18 Maryland wineries, food, vendors. $20 in advance, $25 at the gate; designated driver and youth ticket, $5. Tickets on sale at the Wicomico Youth & Civic Center Box Office; or visit www.AutumnWineFestival.org.

31st Annual Delmarva Coonhunters’ Mule Show. Delmarva Coonhunters’ Association, Pittsville. 9 a.m. Mules featured in pole bending, barrel racing, jumping competitions. Oyster and clam fritters, barbecued chicken, baked goods, raffles, 50/50 raffle, pony rides. Free admission. 410-835-0064.

Harvest Festival. Most Blessed Sacrament Catholic School, Berlin. 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Crafts, hayrides, pony rids, moon bounce, scarecrow and pumpkin painting booths, clowns, magicians, live entertainment. Chinese auction, car show, food on sale. 410-208-1600.

Delmarva Home and Remodeling Expo. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Adults, $6; ages 8-18, $5. Showcases the latest in home improvement and design services and information.

Native American Indian Heritage Festival & PowWow. Bending Water Park, Marion. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. $4. Drumming, dancing, crafts, singing, food. 410-623-2660.

Olde Princess Anne Days/ 1812 Heritage Festival. Clone Downtown Princess Anne, Princess Anne. Noon-5 p.m. Historic house and garden tour, craft demonstrations, military encampment, music, children’s activities. Presented by the Somerset County Historical society. 410-651-2238, 1-800-521-9189.

Cambridge Coin Show. American Legion Post 91, Cambridge. 11 a.m.-5 p.m. Coin show and sale; dealers on hand to buy and sell coins. Free admission. Door prizes, exhibits, free appraisals. 410-228-8233.

20 Monday

Lighten Up! A Fundraiser for Leukemia and Lymphoma Society at The Greene Turtle in Salisbury The Greene Turtle, Salisbury. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Light The Night Walk participants can turn in pledges, pick up T-shirt incentives and get registration/balloon tickets early. 10 percent of the days sales will benefit Light The Night!

Film. Salisbury University, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Caruthers Hall Auditorium. “Leonardo’s Dream Machines, Part Two.” Free. 410-219-2872.

Milton Lions Club Fund Raiser. Roadhouse Steak Joint, Rehoboth Beach. 5-7 p.m. Portion of proceeds will benefit Milton Lions Club. 302-329-9075.

Basket Bingo. Pittsville Fire House, Pittsville. Doors open 5:30 p.m., games start 7 p.m. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Chinese auction, door prizes. Refreshments on sale. 410-548-1404, 410-835-2611.

21 Tuesday

Health Screening. American Legion Post 28, Millsboro. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Includes blood pressure, cholesterol and diabetes screenings. Free. 302-945-1673.Free.

Bingo. Sussex Amvets Post 2, Millsboro. 7 p.m. Free. 302-945-0460.
“Mother Goose on the Loose” Program. Seaford District Library, Seaford. 10:30 a.m. For pre-walkers. Early literacy program uses rhymes and songs to help children get ready to read. Parents or caregivers asked to participate. 302-629-2524.

Bible Study. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 1 p.m. Free. All denominations welcome. 302-227-2055.
Lap Time. Worcester Coun
ty Library, Ocean City branch, Ocean City. 10:30 a.m. For children up to age 2 and a caregiver. Rhymes, songs, finger plays, puppets and music. Older children will participate in movement activities and a craft. Call to register. 410-524-1818.
International Festival. Seaford District Library, Seaford. 4 p.m. Exhibits, food. 302-629-2524.
Snow Hill Farmers’ Market. Green Street parking lot, Snow Hill. 3-6 p.m. Municipal parking lot behind the post office. 410-546-8480.
Preschool Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-645-4633.
Story Time. Georgetown Public Library, Georgetown. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-856-7958.

Free Hypertension Clinic & Health Education. Rite Aid Pharmacies, Pocomoke City. 10 a.m.-noon.

Free Hypertension Clinic & Health Education. Coastal Drug Center, Berlin. 1-3 p.m.

Fall Card Party Luncheon. St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, Ocean City. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Doors open at 10 a.m. Lunch served at noon. $12. Call for reservations. 410-208-0717, 410-289-3453.

Delaware Humanities Forum. Milton Public Library, Milton. 6 p.m. Featuring “Dark Days in Dallas.” Call to register, 302-684-8856.

Rehoboth Art League Sketch Group. Rehoboth Art League, Rehoboth Beach. Chambers studio. 7:30-10 p.m. Open to all interested artists. $5 per sessions. Live models provided. 302-227-8408.

22 Wednesday

Infant and Toddler Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-645-2733.n/a. 645-2733.

Concert. Historic Avalon Theatre, Easton. 8 p.m. Featuring The Derek Trucks Band. 410-822-7299.

Penny Bingo. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. Noon. Lunch on sale 11-11:30 a.m.; or bring a lunch. 302-227-2055.

Concert. Salisbury University, Great Hall, Holloway Hall, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Featuring Czech pianist Radoslav Kvapil. Free. 410-219-2872.

SSO Preview Show at the Library. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. Children’s program room. 10:30-11:30 a.m. Dan Kamin will perform a preview of “The Haunted Orchestra,” for the Salisbury Symphony Orchestra’s annual children’s concert. Free. 410-749-3612.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

Farmers’ Market, The Centre at Salisbury. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. 3-6 p.m. Main entrance at Boscov’s. 410-546-8480.

23 Thursday

Bingo. Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge, Lewes. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. Food on sale. 302-645-7016, ext. 10.

An Evening with Tony Pace. Ocean City Golf Club, Berlin. Featuring Las Vegas comedian Tony Pace. 6 and 9 p.m. $32.50. Light fare, cash bar. Proceeds will benefit Worcester County Veterans Memorial Fund. 410-213-8770, 410-641-7667.

Lecture. Salisbury University, Great Hall, Holloway Hall, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Distinguished Faculty Renaissance Series: “Music of the Renaissance?” with Linda Cockey. Free. 410-219-2872.

Pancake, Sausage Breakfast. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 9-11 a.m. All-you-can-eat. Adults, $5; under age 10, $2.50. 302-277-2055.

Basket Bingo. Salisbury Moose Lodge, Salisbury. Doors open at 6 p.m.; games begin 7 p.m. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Benefits Salisbury Jaycees’ community projects. Tickets, 410-341-4123.

Basket Bingo. Seaford Golf & Country Club, Seaford. 7 p.m. Benefits Nanticoke Memorial Hospital’s Women’s Health Services. $20 in advance, $25 at the door. Refreshments on sale. 302-629-9064, ext. 0.

24 Friday

Cracklin’ Campfire. Pemberton Historical Park, Salisbury. 7:30 p.m.-9 p.m. $3, $10 for a family of four. 410-860-2447.

Luxury Living Show. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Showcase of exhibitors in home decor and fine furniture, pools and spas, outdoor living and landscaping, luxury automobiles, kitchens and baths, art, home construction and renovation. Cooking competitions and demonstrations, seminars, antique appraisals. 410-213-9491.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

25 Saturday

Halloween Masquerade Dance. St. Jude the Apostle Catholic Church, Lewes. 6:30 p.m.-10 p.m. Parish Life Center. $15, includes light buffet. Beer and wine on sale. Reservations required by Oct. 18. 302-684-3909, 302-644-4992.

Basket Bingo. Community Lutheran Church, Frankford. 11 a.m. $20. Benefits the church building program. 302-537-5557 or 302-732-1156.

Princess Anne Farmers Market & Craft Fair. Manokin River Park, Princess Anne. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. 410-651-1818.

Christmas Craft Show. Wicomico Youth & Civic Center, Salisbury. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Sponsored by Quota International. More than 180 vendors. $4; under age 12, free. Santa on hand, free photos with the kids.

Sail on a Skipjack. Long Wharf, Cambridge. Sail on the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester. 1-3 p.m. Depart from Long Wharf. Reservations, 410-228-7141.

Chincoteague Farmers Market. Behind Don’s Seafood, Chincoteague Island. 9 a.m.-noon. 757-336-2610.

Card & Games Party. Ocean Pines Country Club, Ocean Pines. 1-5 p.m. $25. Doors open at noon. Participants should bring cards and games they wish to play. Buffet luncheon, basket of cheer, 50/50 raffle, door prizes. Call for reservations. 410-208-0006, 410-641-7667. Benefits Worcester County Veterans Memorial Fund.

Bird Walk. Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, Cambridge. 8 a.m. Meet at the visitor center. Bring binoculars and a bird guide. Free. 410-228-2677.

Luxury Living Show. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Showcase of exhibitors in home decor and fine furniture, pools and spas, outdoor living and landscaping, luxury automobiles, kitchens and baths, art, home construction and renovation. Cooking competitions and demonstrations, seminars, antique appraisals. 410-213-9491.

Halloween Spook-out Party. Northside Park, Ocean City. 1-3 p.m. For all ages. Carnival games, arts and crafts, hayrides, snacks, costume contests. Admission is one wrapped bag of candy per child. 410-250-0125.

Schooner Rendezvous. Long Wharf Park, Cambridge. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dockside tours, day sails, food, maritime-based vendors, bluegrass music on the schooner Martha White. www.schoonerrendezvous.com.

Author To Appear. Browseabout Books, Rehoboth Beach. 10 a.m. Featuring novelist Scott Fad, who will discuss and sign his latest book, “King of Nod.”

Children’s Art Workshop. Art League of Ocean City, Ocean City. 9 a.m.-noon. For ages 5-12. Featured project is a haunted house; participants should bring a shoe box. $5. Advance registration required. 410-524-9433.

Free Community Flu Clinic. Atlantic General Hospital, Berlin. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. vMain lobby. 410-641-9358.
Salisbury Farmers’ Market. Municipal Parking Lot, Salisbury. 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Two blocks south of the flea market. 410-546-8480.
Halloween Costume Party. Mount Vernon Fire Department Hall, Princess Anne. 8 p.m. $25. Unlimited food and beer, silent auction, DJ/dancing, costume contest. Benefits Somerset Challengers Athletic Department. 410-651-9413.
Saturday Night Bingo. Mardela Middle and High School, Mardela Springs. Doors open 5 p.m., games begin 7 p.m. Benefits Mardela Middle and High School Band programs.

Fall Festival. Greenwood Elementary School, Princess Anne. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Games, food, silent auction.

Halloween Parade and Fall Festival. Crisfield City Hall parking lot, Crisfield. Parade lines up at 11 a.m. Fall festival at Somers Cove Marina, noon-5 p.m. Vendors, games, music. Free admission. 410-202-6490.

Sea Witch Halloween & Fiddlers Festival. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, Rehoboth Beach. Costume parade from Rehoboth Avenue to the bandstand and Village by the Sea; 11 a.m. Best Fiddler and Banjo Dustin Contest, 1-5 p.m. at the convention center. Broom tossing contest, 4 p.m. Sea Witch Hunt begins 1 p.m. Music by Randy Lee Ashcraft and the Saltwater Cowboys, 10-11:30 a.m. at the parade judge’s stand on the corner of First Street and Rehoboth Avenue. Old-fashioned beach games, 2 p.m. 302-227-6446.

26 Sunday

Military Bridge Card Party. Ocean Pines Country Club, Ocean Pines. 1:30 p.m. $25. Tables of four are suggested but individuals are welcome and will be grouped with other players. Dessert table. Reservations. 410-208-1272. Sponsored by the Democratic Women’s Club.

Night at the Races. American Legion Post 28, Millsboro. 4-7 p.m. Betting starts at 4:30 p.m. Maximum bet, $3; total of six races. $5 admission includes hot dog and beer or soda, chips, pretzels, desserts. Additional food on sale. Best decorated hat contest, door prizes. For tickets, 302-645-1588, 302-947-2984.

Luxury Living Show. Roland E. Powell Convention Center, Ocean City. Noon-5 p.m. Showcase of exhibitors in home decor and fine furniture, pools and spas, outdoor living and landscaping, luxury automobiles, kitchens and baths, art, home construction and renovation. Cooking competitions and demonstrations, seminars, antique appraisals. 410-213-9491.

Schooner Rendezvous. Long Wharf Park, Cambridge. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Dockside tours, day sails, food, maritime-based vendors, bluegrass music on the schooner Martha White. www.schoonerrendezvous.com.

Chicken & Dumpling Dinner. St. Paul’s by-the-Sea Episcopal Church, Ocean City. Noon-5 p.m. Served family style. Adults, $13; age 10 and under free with a paying adult. Carry-outs available.

Sea Witch Halloween & Fiddlers Festival. Rehoboth Beach Convention Center, Rehoboth Beach. xBest Costumed Pet parade,noon at Grenoble Place. Horse show on the beach, 3 p.m. just off the Boardwalk.Kids’ Pirate Treasure Trail, get a map between 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. at the bandstand. Music, trick or treating, scarecrow making, face painting, crafts. 302-227-2233.

27 Monday

Film. Salisbury University, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Caruthers Hall Auditorium. “Galileo’s battle for the Heavens,” part one. Free. 410-219-2872.

Wicomico County Republican Club. Salisbury Chamber of Commerce, Salisbury. Social hour, 7 p.m., meeting begins 7:30 p.m. Guest speaker Tom Saquella of the Maryland Retailers Association will present the case for video slot machines. 410-219-1096.

Free Forum on Breast Cancer. Beebe Health Campus, Rehoboth Beach. 6:30 p.m. Call to register, seating is limited. Light refreshments. 302-645-3100, ext. 2724.

28 Tuesday

Bingo. Sussex Amvets Post 2, Millsboro. 7 p.m. Free. 302-945-0460.

Julia A. Purnell’s Birthday Party. Julia A. Purnell Museum, Snow Hill. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Free admission, refreshments. 410-632-0515.

Snow Hill Farmers’ Market. Green Street parking lot, Snow Hill. 3-6 p.m. Municipal parking lot behind the post office. 410-546-8480.

Preschool Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-645-4633.

Story Time. Georgetown Public Library, Georgetown. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-856-7958.

Fall Luncheon. Trinity United Methodist Church, Salisbury. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Jackson Memorial Building. Homemade vegetable beef soup, chicken salad, bake sale. $6.50. Tickets available from UMW members, church office and at the door. Carry-outs available. Proceeds will support missions.

Bible Study. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 1 p.m. Free. All denominations welcome. 302-227-2055.

Rehoboth Art League Sketch Group. Rehoboth Art League, Rehoboth Beach. Chambers studio. 7:30-10 p.m. Open to all interested artists. $5 per sessions. Live models provided. 302-227-8408.

Straight Talk About Self Esteem. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. Program Room. 6:30-7:30 p.m. For teens. No registration required. 410-749-3612.

29 Wednesday

Infant and Toddler Story Time. Lewes Public Library, Lewes. 10:30 a.m. Free. 302-645-2733.

Flu, Pneumonia Shots. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call to register. 302-227-2055. Medicare Part B will be billed; otherwise, $30.

Halloween Costume Party. Wicomico Public Library, Pittsville branch, Pittsville. 3-8 p.m. Come in costume, have your photo taken. Winners will be announced Oct. 31. Treats and refreshments, scary movies. No registration required. 410-835-2353.

Flu Shots. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Call 302-277-2055 to register.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

Farmers’ Market, The Centre at Salisbury. The Centre at Salisbury, Salisbury. 3-6 p.m. Main entrance at Boscov’s. 410-546-8480.

Story Time. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 10:30 a.m. For ages 3 to 5 and a caregiver. Stories, finger plays, craft. Coffee, cocoa, pastries. Theme is “What is a Barista?” Free. 410-749-3612.

Flu Shots. Cape Henlopen Senior Center, Rehoboth Beach. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Registration required. 302-227-2055.

30 Thursday

Bingo. Cape Henlopen Elks Lodge, Lewes. Doors open at 5 p.m., games start at 7 p.m. Food on sale. 302-645-7016, ext. 10.

Signature Chefs Auction. Hyatt Regency, Cambridge. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. Sample food prepared by area chefs; auction. Benefits Eastern Shore March of Dimes. $50. 410-546-2241.
Theater Series. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Ella Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, Princess Anne. 7:30 p.m. $5; seniors, $3; UMES students, $2.

Lecture. Salisbury University, Great Hall, Holloway Hall, Salisbury. 7 p.m. Distinguished Faculty Renaissance Series: “Don Quixote?” with Keith Brower. Free. 410-219-2872.

Mary Kay Basket Bingo. The Fountains Wedding & Conference Center, Salisbury. 5:30 p.m. Includes dinner, dessert, cash bar. $30. 410-430-9835 or 410-251-0507. Benefits the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation.

Fall Theater Production. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Ella Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, Princess Anne. 7:30 p.m. Featuring Andre’s Mother,” which explores a mother’s inability to come to terms with the AIDS death of her son; and a scene adapted from “The Women of Brewster Place,” a musical set in a urban area which examines the relationships of the residents, including homosexuality. $5; seniors, $3; UMES students, $2. 410-651-6575.

31 Friday

Safe House Trick or Treat and Haunted House. Delmar Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, Delmar. 5 p.m.-8:30 p.m. Candy, hot foods, games. Free. 302-846-3077.

Theater Series. University of Maryland Eastern Shore, Ella Fitzgerald Performing Arts Center, Princess Anne. 7:30 p.m. $5; seniors, $3; UMES students, $2.

Poplar Hill Mansion Ghost Tour and Halloween Party. Poplar Hill Mansion, Salisbury. 9 p.m. Adults-only Halloween Party with battery operated candle tour of all the reported mansion haunts. Costumes are encouraged. Poplar Hill Mansion has a long history of reported ghosts and paranormal activity. $10; tour, refreshments, entertainment.
Proceeds will support the historic interior paint project. 410-749-1776; www.poplarhillmansion.org.

Free Community Flu Cinic. Fulton Senior Center, Snow Hill. 8 a.m.-noon. 410-641-9358.

Snow Hill Health Fair. Fulton Senior Center, Snow Hill. 7 a.m.-noon. Health-related displays, screenings and seminars. Free flu shots beginning at 8 a.m. 410-641-9268.

Treat Street. Salisbury Downtown Plaza, Salisbury. 6 p.m. Free open-air party for ages 3 to 11. Candy tables will be set up at the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce building, 6-8 p.m., with games, storytelling and more 6-9 p.m. Children must register at the Chamber office that evening, come in costume and be accompanied by an adult. Presented by the Salisbury Jaycees. 410-749-0144, ext. 109; www.salisburyjc.com.

Halloween Costume Parade. Wicomico Public Library, main branch, Salisbury. 10:30 a.m. Come in costume and parade around the library. Story time, treats for children up to age 5. 410-749-3612.

Trick or Treat. White Marlin Mall, West Ocean City. 4-6 p.m. Treats available only to children in costume. 410-524-5351.

Berlin Farmers Market. Downtown Berlin, Berlin. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Corner of West and Main streets. Featuring local farmers, fresh produce, seafood, bedding plants, herbs, eggs, flowers. 410-641-4775.

Insight Meditation Community of Lewes. St. Peter’s Parish Hall, Lewes. 7:30-9 p.m. Friday evening talk, “Five Priceless Jewels in the Palm of our Heart.” Free. 302-644-2514.

Family Night of Movie Classics. Park Lane Church, Federalsburg. 5-6:30 p.m. Veggies Tales, Halloween theme, “Where’s God When I’m Scared?” Treats and gifts for ages 3-12. Free. 410-754-9958.

Punkin’ Chunkin’. Chaplain’s Chapel Road, Bridgeville. Gates open 7:30 a.m. Competition begins at 10:30 a.m. $7 in advance, $9 at the gate. Concert featuring the Charlie Daniels Band at 7 p.m. and Randy Owens at 8 p.m. $40. 866-284-7483; www.punkinchunkin.com.

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Sex Workshops

widowcentauri — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 19:00:14 +0000

I'm teaching my series of workshops at Dungeon Servitus in San Diego. The first one is Dress Up For Sex and it's just in tie for Halloween! The 25th of October. Visit the dungeons website for more information about attending my awesome workshops. And be sure you click the workshops button on the top of this page for descriptions of my most popular ones. I hope you come check them out -- there are parties after the workshops! Woo Hoo!

http://www.dungeonservitus.com/

Pirated Poetry Anthology

Sharanya Manivannan — Sat, 04 Oct 2008 14:52:01 +0000

A few days ago, I was walking through Pondy Bazaar and as I passed a few pirated book stalls, a thought popped into my head: imagine if my book was in there. Would I be pissed (well, yes)? But would I also feel a little validated, since piracy equals popularity?

And today I find myself in this pirated poetry anthology.

I took the trouble of downloading the pdf -- and umm, that's not my poem, folks. And apparently, the other 3163 poets in there have poems misattributed to them too. Maybe it's a matching game?

Some people with alot of time and pot must have decided that poets were an interesting subspecies to conduct reaction research on. Real names, fake poems -- in the thousands. I wouldn't have been particularly miffed if a poem I really did write made it in there, given that in the absence of a credit card or decent poetry sections in my local bookstores, I do read quite a bit of poetry online myself. But neither am I miffed about the identity theft, truth be told. Above all else, I'm curious what the point of this experiment actually is. Own up, folks.

.thePUBLICeye.:.

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