Events in Berlin, MD

Take part in a weekly Commander challenge featuring a changing list of objectives to complete during your games. Try different decks and complete as many objectives as you can to earn promo cards. Entry requires the purchase of any Magic: The Gathering booster pack.

Take part in a weekly Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG tournament with a Swiss structure and three rounds. Each round is best-of-three and lasts 50 minutes. Entry is $5, and participants can arrive early to sign up and play casual games beforehand. The community Discord is available for announcements and conversation with fellow gamers.

A monthly meeting to discuss business within the Town of Willards.

People with implantable cardioverter defibrillators can find connection and guidance in a supportive setting at TidalHealth Adult Fitness. Facilitated sessions emphasize education, privacy in group discussions and peer encouragement, with chances to learn from clinical experts and share real-life insights. Patients are welcome, as are family members, friends and caregivers, and each attendee may bring one guest. The group meets monthly. For questions, contact Trina Forney, MSN, RN, at 410-912-6163 or trina.forney@tidalhealth.org.

Eric Mease leads a lecture that unpacks the origins of the United States National Anthem, explaining how its lyrics were composed during a time of national crisis and why the song continues to spark civil rights conversations and broader public debate. The talk profiles the songwriter, places the piece in its historical context, and examines several controversies connected to its creation and legacy. It also highlights that the well known tune was adapted from a British club for men that celebrated wine and sex.

Hosted by TidalHealth Atlantic, this support group for people living with Parkinson’s meets at TidalHealth Neurology in Berlin, Maryland. For more information, contact Kay Kinnikin at 410-641-4765 or kay.kinnikin@tidalhealth.org.

Advance your American Sign Language skills with in-person Level 2 classes designed to build confidence and fluency. This pass or fail certificate course is not for credit and is taught by a Deaf instructor. It uses the same textbook as Level 1. Participants must have completed ASL Level 1 or have permission from the instructor. The program runs for five weeks at DILA. Enrollment is limited to 20 people, ages 13 and older. Registration requires both a completed form and payment. For details or to register, call 410-742-5052.

Created by Diakonia’s Mobile Outreach Team, this special day brings women in recovery together for connection, healing, growth, and mutual empowerment. Developed by Diakonia’s Crisis Specialist and Peer Support Specialist Jessica Collins, the program offers inspiration from speakers, hands-on workshops, helpful resources, and a welcoming community atmosphere. The featured guest speaker is Debbie Rossi, a Hope Coordinator and Recovery Advocate. Lunch is provided. This gathering is supported by a $5,000 grant from The Women’s Fund of the Community Foundation of the Eastern Shore, with a focus on fostering healing, growth, empowerment, and thriving.

Discover a sensory-rich learning session focused on dementia education. Attendees explore the various types of dementia, then participate in a short simulation that offers a brief, first-hand glimpse into what aging and dementia can feel like. The experience emphasizes immersion to support clear understanding.

A stroke support group is hosted by TidalHealth Atlantic at TidalHealth Neurology. For details, contact Betty Darby-Glime at 410-641-4765 or betty.darby-glime@tidalhealth.org.

A monthly cookbook club at the library brings readers and home cooks together. Each session features a cookbook chosen by the group, and participants prepare a recipe from that title to share with everyone. Conversation focuses on cooking techniques, recipe tweaks, and the featured book, creating an easy way to connect with others and taste a variety of dishes. This month’s theme is Cozy Cooking, with the specific book to be announced. Limited loaner copies will be available at the circulation desk, and a reference copy can be requested if all circulating copies are out. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own containers to take home leftovers. This program is for adults 18 and older. The series aims to build practical kitchen skills in a friendly setting, touching on nutrition, food preparation, kitchen safety, cultural cuisines, and budgeting. Please note that shared dishes may include milk, eggs, wheat, soybean, peanuts, tree nuts, and other common food allergens.

At Salisbury University Academic Commons in Salisbury, MD, this annual banquet from the Wicomico Environmental Trust brings people together for a shared meal and a warm celebration of those who work every day to protect the places they love. The evening includes a cocktail hour with live music, dinner, and an awards presentation. Erik Fisher, Chair of the Critical Area Commission, will deliver the keynote. The gathering welcomes longtime supporters as well as those discovering the organization for the first time.

Kids Glow Bingo offers a lively, family-friendly night at CoCo’s Funhouse, where children can play easy-to-follow rounds of bingo and win fun prizes in a playful, welcoming environment. The event is part of a monthly series and is held during a glow party, creating a bright, energetic atmosphere for all ages. The focus is on having a great time together and making memories, whether a child is new to bingo or already a fan. Admission is included with funfull and with regular admission for non-members, which is $15 for children under 2 and $20 for ages 2 and up. Pre-booking is available.

Food, brews, and tunes come together at The Salted Rim.

Poser delivers a 90s alternative rock party at Sby Moose Lodge 654.

Salisbury welcomes a recurring community meet-up launched by TogetherWeTHRIVE. Coffee Couch Corner at The Brick Row Marketplace offers a comfortable space to listen, speak, and exchange ideas in a warm and open setting. Conversations highlight the LGBTQ community and its allies as well as everyday issues affecting people in a changing world. Everyone is welcome, no topic is too big and no challenge too small. The aim is to work through problems together, strengthen connection, and keep a dialogue growing from month to month.

Explore a pop-up sale of books at the library, featuring previous best sellers, cookbooks, beach reads, children’s titles, and more at budget-friendly prices. Presented by the Friends of the South Coastal Library, purchases help support the local library. Enjoy browsing for your next great read.

Enjoy a hands-on workshop where participants create winter inspired jewelry and nature themed wearable gifts. Use beads, faux berries, pinecones, and charms to design unique pieces. All ages are welcome. Please bring an accompanying adult. Sign up to reserve a spot.

A workshop for adults focused on keeping indoor plants healthy during winter. Learn practical ways to prepare houseplants for the colder season and pick up straightforward routines for ongoing care. The session provides guidance to help your plants stay in good shape throughout the winter months.

RSR Jackpot features a refreshed format shaped by feedback received, with daily jackpot dates that focus on fun rather than points and offer 50 percent payouts each day. Speed events will follow goat tying and breakaway sled roping to divide the evening schedule, and mystery courses will be revealed the day before. Extras include a 50/50 raffle, door prizes, and a family-friendly atmosphere. Spectator entry is free, and the event is open to the public.

The Night City Weekly Brawl brings Cyberpunk TCG players together for a Swiss tournament with three rounds. Each round is best of three and runs 50 minutes. Entry is $5. Arrive early to sign up and play casual games before the tournament begins. A community Discord is available for announcements and conversation.

Compete in a Yu-Gi-Oh! TCG tournament with a $12 entry fee. Each entrant receives three OTS Packs, with other promo packs used to supplement them if OTS Packs run low.

Caprichos Books hosts the Clues and Brews book club, meeting on the third Tuesday of each month at Burley Oak Brewing to discuss the book of the month. Purchasing books or beverages is not required to take part, and support for these small businesses is appreciated so they can continue offering gatherings like this.

This free presentation offers practical ways to slow the progression of chronic kidney disease and keep track of kidney health. It covers nutrition, dialysis, transplant options, and financial considerations. Registration is required. For details or to register, contact Valencia Harper at 410-912-5824 or valencia.harper@tidalhealth.org.

Explore artificial intelligence in this free six-part introductory series led by IT professional Trevor Roe. Sessions combine presentations, live demonstrations, and hands-on practice to explain how AI works and how it affects everyday life. The series progresses from machine learning, language models, chatbots, and AI agents to generative and multimodal AI, its limitations and risks, and its impact on work. Additional topics include practical AI tools, automation, critical thinking, misinformation, career skills, governance, ethics, and the future of responsible AI use. Each session covers distinct material, so attending the full series offers the most complete experience. Separate registration is required for each session.

Holiday Harvest Thyme Craft Fair transforms the Carriage House into a lively marketplace featuring more than 100 tables of handmade creations from artisans, crafters, and vendors across the Eastern Shore. Admission is free, and shoppers can browse a wide mix of goods such as woodwork, leather items, soaps, jewelry, candles, ceramics, fiber arts, books, treats, and more. Participating makers include Parker Place by Anne Taylor, Coastal Knits & Knots by Shannon Wright, Sewing For You by Barbara Reed, Vibrant Peacock by Deanna Poag, Clare's Nutty Concoctions by Clare Shockley, Delmarva Home Décor by Skip Chandler, Moore Fun Stamping by Linda Moore, Hands at Work by Candee Logan, JABBS by Janice Curtis, Trace Hollow Wood Works by David Jayne, One of a Kind by Pamela Doyle and Rose Manning, Country by the Bay by Ruth Lewis, D&D Creative by Dean Dubiny, Lil Blue Bird Creations by Sheila Bateman, Crocheting by April by April Cooper, Catlin's Woodworks by William Catlin, Grow Love Wood & Things by Lori Taylor, Holly's Holitic Health by Holly Agnew, Noellegent Boutique by Hannah Whaley and Noelle Quillen, Annie's Creations by Anne Detter Schaffner, Shannon's Kitchen Shenanigans by Shannon Perdue, Eastern Shore Kettle Corn by Bryce Roberts, Sleepy Moon Soap Co by Heather Wingate, K&S Cozy Creations by Kimberly and Steve Jones, Never Enough Tyme by Janie Hooper, Mary's Celestial Soaps by Mary Cirile, Barren Creek Leather by Joe Pasternk, Barb's Country Bee Quilling by Barbara Randall, Ink & Annie by Anne Taylor, Chesapeake Creations by Jan Mason, Eastern Shore Books by Andy Nunez, Briarhook Farm Ceramics by Lori and Jeremy Goldman, Never Dunn Creating by Alison Dunn, High Tide Fabrication by Dale Spilker, J9's Designs by Janine Blumenthal, Coco's Candles by Caleb and Becky Byerly, Tidal Laser Creations by Tracie Davis, Madison's Bandana's by Jillian Roberts, Kork's Corner Crafts by Ann Stevens, Crooked Oak Designs by Bonnie Smith, Dayle's Designs by Dayle Calloway, Blackwater Laser Creations by Steve W, Down Home Designs by Laura Dukes, Birds of a Feather by Nadine Moreno, New Hope Alpacas by Judy Esham, Cropper's Farm by Tina Cropper, Knit Together by Alice Bowden, Vintage Petals by Jill Payne, BJ & Friends by Barbara Johnson, Cookies by Vicki S by Vicki Stilwell, Bank's Cornhole Boards & Etc by Saunders Banks, Bent by Jill Schwemlein, On a Whim by Mea Abramowicz, Glitter N Glue by Wendy Jarrett and Mackenzie Hill, Harbor Hill Gifts & Décor by Christine Chestnutt, That's Sew Cool Bags by Donna Haag, Sweet Tater Treats by Jill Gray, Little Green Hook by Shelby Mayger, Cottage Crafters by Joanne Ward, Lemon Creek Studio by Laura Moore, Beaded Creations by April Schenck, Salt Marsh Dry Goods by Michelle Kemp, Put A Bow On It by Jim Bianco, Snow Wolf Creations Beadwork by Marlies Derby, Salt Mark Crafts by Jenna Parks, Sea Bits by Mary Lou Culbertson, Kelley's Creations Handbags by Kelley Gravenor, Amy's Endeavors by Amy Borrelli, Southern Maryland Inspirations by Kerry Smith, Sticks, Twigs & Branches by Sondra Daisey and Pat Mulligan, Sara Spring Jewelry by Sara Spring, Belle Grove Tea Co by Christie McDowell, Crabbie Cuties by Amie Powell, and Zaorski Backyard Woodworking by Robin Zaorski. The fair also supports local children, as the Parsonsburg Vol Fire Company Auxiliary donates all proceeds from this event to the Holly Helper Program at Beaver Run Elementary School, a Title I and Judy Center school within the fire company district, to help provide Christmas gifts to students in need. Last year the contribution reached $7,000.

At Breathe Out Collective in Salisbury, MD, this men’s wellness circle offers a supportive place to be fully yourself. The gathering starts with a guided meditation, then flows into a relaxing sound bath featuring singing bowls and other instruments. It often continues with a drum circle or opens the floor for honest conversations that might be difficult to share with a spouse or family. The focus is on being heard without judgment and fostering healing for the mind and spirit.

Blue Hen Cornhole is hosting a cornhole fundraiser benefiting the Lady Bagel Bombers 10u Black. The event uses the Switchholio format with a $25 per person entry fee. Concessions, a 50/50, a bar, and baked goods will be available.

Create a winter-themed planter with battery-operated LED lights for a glowing seasonal display. This activity is open to all ages and uses batteries and wire. Participants should bring an adult.

Create a festive centerpiece that lasts well beyond the holiday meal. This hands-on session guides participants in arranging succulents on real pumpkins for an elegant Thanksgiving accent. Interest is high and spaces typically fill quickly, so early registration is encouraged.

Settle into a restorative sanctuary for a 90-minute immersion that blends Holy Fire Reiki, the supportive energy of crystals, and a deeply enveloping sound bath. The experience begins by setting clear intentions with carefully chosen crystals to support personal healing. Guided Holy Fire Reiki follows, offering a gentle yet powerful current that clears, soothes, and reconnects you with higher guidance, easing stress and inviting a deep sense of peace. As the energy flows, layers of sound fill the space, from the resonant tones of crystal instruments to the steady beat of drums, delicate chimes, and the melodic handpan. This soundscape is designed to quiet the mind, release physical tension, and settle the nervous system into calm relaxation. It is well suited for anyone seeking physical renewal, mental clarity, or a deeper spiritual connection, creating a meaningful pause for body, mind, and spirit. For comfort, mats, blankets, bolsters, and eye masks are available. Please bring water and anything extra, such as a pillow or additional blanket, to make your setup as comfortable as possible.

Seeking community when family feels out of reach or holiday travel has you away from home? This Friends-Giving potluck welcomes friends and community members to share a meal, conversation, and lighthearted fun. Expect a cozy, inclusive atmosphere focused on care and connection during the season. Alongside the shared feast, there will likely be poetry, storytelling, and board games to match a range of interests. To help organize the meal, participants are encouraged to share what they plan to bring so a coordinated list can be created.

This informative session focuses on practical winter safety. It explores how cold conditions impact older adults, outlines ways to get ready for winter weather, and explains how to prepare for emergencies that can arise in severe winter conditions.

A Very Boujee Christmas Holiday BINGO brings a lively spin to a classic game at St. Francis de Sales Parish Center. Hosted by Crossroads Early Intervention and Training, the fundraiser offers rounds of holiday-themed bingo with upscale-inspired prizes and a 50/50 raffle. Tickets are $35 in advance or $40 at the door. Food, beverages, and desserts will be available for purchase. Attendance is limited to guests 21 and older. Proceeds help sustain programs that support children and families.

Kicking off the holiday season, this cheerful singalong features The Delmarva Chorus, a community-based chapter of Sweet Adelines International. Led by Carol Ludwig, the ensemble showcases unaccompanied holiday harmonies in a special evening of music that welcomes audience participation and spreads joy to all who attend.

Wallstreet: Motown & More presents an evening of Motown and soul paired with a full dinner. Tickets cover both the performance and the meal. The menu features garlic and honey chicken, pepper steak, scalloped potatoes, ginger rice, broccoli, garden salad, fresh rolls, a dessert table, iced tea, water, and freshly brewed coffee. Alcoholic beverages will be available for purchase. The venue welcomes special dietary requests and offers options prepared without common allergens or intolerances. While every effort is made to accommodate these needs, availability is not guaranteed. For dietary arrangements, contact the venue manager at chjones@wicomicocounty.org.

The Salisbury Maryland Kennel Club presents a scent work trial.

Browse one-of-a-kind Christmas gifts, handmade goods, and treats from more than 30 local artisans, vendors, and food trucks. Seasonal drinks, freshly baked holiday treats, hot sandwiches, and additional food truck offerings will be available. Raffle ticket proceeds will benefit the Food Bank of Delaware and other local nonprofits. Vendors will be set up in the parking lots of DiFebo’s Bethany and DiFebo’s Market, with space to walk between the two locations while shopping and enjoying food and drinks.

Get creative in a kids workshop that turns a holiday-themed jar into a mini garden. Participants decorate the jar and learn simple macrame to make a hanger for a small Christmas cactus. All ages are welcome, and children should be accompanied by their own adult. Early registration is recommended to secure a spot.

Create a festive door swag with evergreens, ribbon, and seasonal accents to welcome the holidays with a handmade touch. Back by popular demand, this creative event invites you to try something new this year. Reserve your spot early.

Presented by TidalHealth, this no-cost support group creates a supportive setting for people living with the effects of stroke, along with family members and caregivers. Each meeting blends peer connection and shared experiences with usable strategies for daily life and recovery. Stroke care professionals guide informative discussions to answer questions and offer education. Gatherings take place at Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Salisbury. Advance registration is required. For more information or to sign up, call 410-912-7938 or email lauren.hitchens@tidalhealth.org.

Celebrate the holidays with a hoedown featuring two-stepping. First-timers and experienced dancers are welcome. Snacks, drinks, and holiday decorations will be present.

The Rock Orchestra by Candlelight reimagines iconic rock and metal through the elegance and force of a classical ensemble. Launched in 2020 by producer Nathan Reed, this production pairs symphonic arrangements with a dark, gothic visual atmosphere that casts familiar songs in a fresh and dramatic light. A rotating lineup of accomplished musicians and vocalists powers each concert, so every performance unfolds as its own journey across two powerhouse genres. In just a few years, the show has presented hundreds of performances to audiences numbering in the hundreds of thousands, building a loyal following among rock fans worldwide. Expect immersive orchestral interpretations that amplify the intensity, beauty, and emotion of beloved tracks. The tour is making a stop in Salisbury.

The BES PTA presents a holiday movie event featuring a screening of Elf at Flagship Cinemas Ocean City. A $5 donation per person is requested. Concessions will be available for purchase.

Return to Fenwick's top locals spot, Harpoon Hanna's, for a Poser Party.

The Salisbury Children’s Choir presents a Christmas concert at Allen Memorial Baptist Church, led by directors Tim and Anne Binkley. The program features joyful harmonies and music that captures the wonder of the season. Tickets are not required, and a voluntary love offering will be collected.

Parsons Cemetery takes part in a national event honoring nearly 1,400 veterans buried there. The schedule includes the opening of the gates, a parade, a ceremony, and the placement of wreaths.

Makemie Church hosts community singers for a Christmas concert combined with a travelogue that journeys to Bethlehem and beyond. A refreshment buffet will be offered after the performance.

Fil Rhythm performs live at Crabcake Factory Bayside for an early celebration leading into New Year's Eve.