Christmas in St. Michaels goes virtual, raises community funds

Christmas in St. Michaels is re-focusing its 34^th year of fundraising festivities into a virtual celebration beginning this fall, with numerous online activities and holiday-themed packages and kits to help embrace the Christmas spirit while raising funds for Bay Hundred non-profit organizations. The reformatting is in response to the social distancing measures brought on by the COVID pandemic, which limit the large gatherings that traditionally come with Christmas in St. Michaels events.

The goal for this year’s virtual Christmas in St. Michaels events is to raise enough funds to be able to distribute grants to the same beneficiaries they have supported in the past. More than 25 family services, education and child development, and community enhancement organizations depend on Christmas in St. Michaels funds to support their programs and activities.

A Christmas in St. Michaels Online Raffle kicks off on Oct. 15, with details on Christmas in St. Michaels’s website and a drawing to take place on Nov. 15. An Online Silent Auction will take place beginning Nov. 27 and continuing through Dec. 8, with a preview of the auction items scheduled for Nov. 20 – 26. 

Gift certificates for a three-course champagne toast dinner at the Inn at Perry Cabin will be available for purchase beginning in October and valid Dec. 1 – Dec. 30 to serve as a virtual Yuletide Celebration Dinner. An Online Marketplace will help supporters find the perfect gifts while helping to raise the critical funds needed by local service organizations.

Children’s favorites like Breakfast with Santa and Santa's Favorite Cookies will now be available to purchase as kits online for either pick-up or by shipment. Adults can indulge in online shopping with a cause by purchasing “Cheers to a New Year!” wine and hors d'oeuvres packages, and “Spirits with Saint Nick” whiskey and dessert packages, both available by local pick-up.

Free and open to the public will be a “Light up the Night” drive-by house and harbor tour, with a boat parade in the planning stages. The dates and best routes for spectators will be posted on the Christmas in St. Michaels website. Union United Methodist Church is also participating in Christmas in St. Michaels fundraising, with carryout holiday dinners available for purchase.

This year’s Christmas in St. Michaels Collector’s Ornament features an osprey, adapted from an original drawing by local artist and graphic designer Scott Sullivan. The Limited-Edition Ornaments are packaged in a keepsake box and are now available for purchase at select area stores and on the Christmas in St. Michaels website.

Christmas in St. Michaels began in 1987 when a group of energetic volunteers recognized the need for daycare services in the community. Funds were raised through community support, and a daycare center was established, now known as Critchlow Adkins Children Centers. Sponsors and patrons of Christmas in St. Michaels since that time have helped raise more than $1.4M in support of numerous local non-profit organizations.

Proceeds from Christmas in St. Michaels help the people served by local non-profit organizations. Event updates, online purchases, and more about Christmas in St. Michaels are at christmasinstmichaels.org.

 

A Winter's Romance in St. Michaels, Maryland

A Winter's Romance in St. Michaels, Maryland is a special time indeed. A Winter Romance in St. Michaels will be held Friday, February 10, 2017 through Sunday, February 19, 2017. Visiting St. Michaels during the Winter is the perfect time for a romantic getaway, especially around Valentine's Day.

Participating lodging partners are embracing "A Winter's Romance" and offering their guests romance packages. Restaurants will offer a variety of tantalizing dishes during the event, focusing on tempting your taste buds with special menu items. St. Michaels boutiques, jewelry and gift shops are also offering our visitors a unique shopping experience during A Winter Romance in St. Michaels. It's the perfect time to visit St. Michaels, and getting away to relax and unwind with a someone special. Businesses throughout town are offering specials for those that want to get away during A Winter's Romance in St. Michaels.
Please see below for participating businesses and their specials:

Stay

Five Gables Inn
209 N Talbot St, St Michaels, MD 21663
(410) 745-0100
Winter Romantic Getaway
2 night stay, 2 herbal baths, a couples massage, champagne and chocolates

Hambleton Inn

202 Cherry Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-3350
For every guest couple staying with us for two nights, we provide a complementary bottle of champagne and chocolate covered strawberries.

Inn at Perry Cabin by Belmond

308 Watkins Lane, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-2200

Voted recently as the most romantic inn in the country, Inn at Perry Cabin is featuring and promoting a "Retreat to Romance" package that we'll offer year-round but promote heavily around Valentine's Day and A Winter Romance in St. Michaels. The package includes 10% off of our Best Available Rate for luxury accommodation; Breakfast for two in Stars restaurant or in bed (USD $45 maximum value); Dinner for two per night in Stars restaurant (USD $150 maximum value per room); A USD $125 credit with Linden Spa for use in your room or at the spa.

Old Brick Inn

401 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-3323

Dinner Included with your stay Tuesday Feb. 14th.
Winter Rates Available. Mention Winter Romance and receive a pair of keepsake wine glasses or OBI coffee mugs.

St. Michaels Inn

1228 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-3333

Offer a special package for couples with a special rate and a complimentary bottle of wine and chocolates.

Shop

Higgins and Spencer

902 S. Talbot Street St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-5192
Romance is in the air, stop by and visit Higgins and Spencer for home decor such to spark romance.

Olivin's Fine Olive Oils

205 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels MD 21663

410-745-2062

Olivins is offering couples free chocolate tastings , strawberries tossed in chocolate balsamic, blood orange olive oil brownies and special romantic gift packs. Open later on Friday and Saturdays on both weekends on either side of Valentine's Day. 

Ophiuroidea

609 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-8057

Love, Love Me Do...You know we Love You!  Come enjoy special discounts and sip while you shop! Get something special to remember your trip to St. Michaels!
FebYOUary at Ophiuroidea and The Mill Vintage Market - 
FebYOUary, because you have to love YOUrself First. Come sip and shop at Ophiuroidea and The Mill Vintage Market 11am - 5pm on February 11th, 2017. Enjoy special sales throughout both shops, product sampling, trunk shows and a chance to win a gift basket.

Simpatico's Finest

104 Railroad Ave. St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-0345

Special Sparkling Free Wine Tasting of our "I Love You" Wine from the Piedmonte region of Italy. 10% off during Winter Romance Days.

Winter Romance Gift Basket of the "I Love You" Wine, Piave Cheese, Crostini crackers, Olive pate, and Baci chocolates for $30. Free Baci (Kiss) chocolates with any $25 purchase.

St. Michaels Candy & Gifts

110  N. Talbot Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-6060
Chocolates available for delivery for your weekend getaway. Choose from three pre-made options: a box of large truffles, a half pound box, and a pound box. Or choose your own. Call for details.

The Mill Vintage Market 

605 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels, MD 21663

410-745-8057

We've stocked up with LOVE and romance items for your home and you!  Come enjoy special discounts and sip while you shop!  Open Friday - Sunday
FebYOUary at Ophiuroidea and The Mill Vintage Market - 
FebYOUary, because you have to love YOUrself First. Come sip and shop at Ophiuroidea and The Mill Vintage Market 11am - 5pm on February 11th, 2017. Enjoy special sales throughout both shops, product sampling, trunk shows and a chance to win a gift basket.

Dine/Drink

Blue Heron Coffee
500 S Talbot St, St Michaels, MD 21663
(410) 714-0334
"The Key to your Heart" Show us a copy of your room key (or a copy of this flyer)and get a free chocolate/pastry with your cup of coffee

St. Michaels Winery
609 S. Talbot St. St. Michaels, MD 21663
410-745-0808

February 10 at 7pm: GALentine Sip and Paint Gather your girls, paint a pair of custom wine glasses, and drink local wine. What's not to LOVE? Reservations Required, please call 410-745-0808.

 $39 per person 

February 11 & 12: "Wine Is My Valentine" Weekend Specialty Drinks, Novelty Tastings, and Bottle Discounts all weekend Hours: Saturday 11am – 5pm Sunday 11am – 4pm No Reservation Required. 

February 13 – 19: “Love The Wine You’re With” Week Get 15% off your favorite bottle! Offer Limited 1 per person

Fall into St. Michaels, Maryland to be held October 17th - October 25th

The change of the season brings excitement and vibrant color to the Town of St. Michaels, as residents and businesses celebrate their annual harvest festival “Fall into St. Michaels” October 17th thru October 25th. 

The Fall into St. Michaels festivities begin with the town-wide scarecrow contest starting on Saturday, October 17, 2015. Participating area businesses are competing in the First Annual St. Michaels Scarecrow Contest, where each sponsoring business will have the chance to win first place in one of the following three categories: Traditional, Whimsical or Humorous and will seek the coveted People’s Choice award. Walk along the streets of St. Michaels, where you’ll find the scarecrows displayed in front of participating businesses and hung along the telephone poles on Talbot Street.

Visitors can vote for the People’s Choice award online from October 17th thru October 25th. The People’s Choice winner will be announced on Monday, October 26th and can be seen on the Visit St. Michaels Facebook page and www.stmichaelsmd.org.

On Sunday, October 18th, with the Annual Jack Russell Races which start at 11:00am and take place on the lawn in front of the Inn at Perry Cabin.

The following weekend, the Fall into St. Michaels festivities go into full swing, Saturday, October 24th with the start of the Annual Pumpkin Carving Contest held at the St. Michaels Community Center early Saturday morning. Participating businesses sponsor the pumpkins, which are carved by experienced and novice carvers alike, each striving for the top spot in one of the four pumpkin categories. 



The pumpkins are judged from 1:00pm – 1:30pm and then will remain on display until 7:00pm on Saturday and 10:00am thru 2:00pm on Sunday.

The Bay Hundred’s Annual Pumpkin Pie Competition will be held during the Pumpkin Carving Contest at the St. Michaels Community Center. The Pumpkin Pie Competition is open to professionals, home bakers and children. Each group will be judged on traditional or creative creations. Cash prizes will be awarded to top three winners in each category, and of course, bragging rights and a plaque go to the winners.

Each contestant must submit 2 – 3 pies of the same recipe. The St. Michaels Community Center will be selling pieces and whole pies of those entered. Judging will begin at 10:00 am on October 24th and sales will begin at 11:00am. Proceeds of the bake sale will benefit the programs and activities of the St. Michaels Community Center. Please contact Trish at the SMCC 410-745-6073 for more information or to register as an entrant. The St. Michaels Community Center is located on the corner of Railroad Street and Fremont Street.

The St. Michaels Museum at St. Mary’s Square will offer one of their signature walking tours, “Frederick Douglass, a slave, in St. Michaels 1833-36”, at 10:00am on Saturday, October 24th . The 90-minute tour gives a more detailed view of the early life of St. Michaels’ most famous 19th century resident and notably one of the most important African American Abolitionist in the Civil War Era. The walking tour is $10 per person and also includes admission to the museum. Please visit the museum’s website for more information and to reserve your space:www.stmichaelsmuseum.org

Children’s activities will be hosted by St. Michaels Events and held at St. Luke’s Church on Talbot Street on Saturday October 24th.

Lastly, as a way to give back during the harvest months, the St Michaels Business Association is combining their “Fall into St. Michaels” festivities with their First Annual Food Drive for the St. Michaels Food Pantry.

The St. Michaels Food Pantry, which is housed in Christ Church on Talbot Street, is supported through individual food and financial contributions as well as donations from area businesses and organizations.

It serves Talbot County residents requiring food assistance. A satellite program on Tilghman Island operates out of the Tilghman United Methodist Church. 

The St. Michaels Food Pantry also provides complete Thanksgiving and Christmas dinners to those in need. “Many members of our community struggle with providing healthy, nutritious food for their families. We hope our first annual food drive is the first of many to come that will help fill the shelves of the St. Michaels Food Pantry and help Talbot County residents in need.” said Kim Hannon, Secretary of the St. Michaels Business Association.

While the St. Michaels Food Pantry appreciates every single food donation, they strive to offer a variety of food items that help balance nutritional intake, especially important to children, seniors, those with health challenges and those with culturally diverse diets. Drop off your donation items at the St. Michaels Community Center on Railroad Ave. during the hours of the Pumpkin Carving & Pie Baking contest on Saturday, October 24th 10:00 am until 7:00 pm and Sunday, October 25th 10am until 2:00 pm.

For a list of accommodations, please visit our website.

Shop. Eat. Play. Stay - Visit St. Michaels www.stmichaelsmd.org or call 410.745.0411.

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