Week of September 18, 2026
Unity Day Vendor Registration
Deadline: ASAP
What: The Town of Federalsburg’s Unity Day is a community-wide multicultural celebration created to bring residents together, celebrate the town’s diversity, and promote inclusion, civic engagement, and healing. The inaugural event was held in September 2024 and featured music, food, children’s activities, and opportunities for residents and community organizations to connect.
The event also has a deeper purpose. Following legal challenges over Federalsburg’s historic election system, Unity Day became part of the town’s efforts to strengthen community relationships and create a more inclusive future. Town officials describe it as an opportunity to honor the community’s shared history, while encouraging participation from people of different backgrounds, generations and neighborhoods.
Unity Day is a free, family-friendly community gathering that celebrates Federalsburg’s diversity and brings people together around unity, inclusion, and a shared sense of community.
When: September 26, 2026 from 1 pm until 4 pm. Set up can begin at 12:00 p.m. and the Marina will be closed to traffic at 12:30 p.m. Vendors are asked to bring their own tables, chairs, and tents (optional). In the event of rain or severe inclement weather the event will be postponed until a later date.
Where: Federalsburg Marina
Register: PLEASE COMPLETE AND RETURN THIS FORM TO: fpatchett@federalsburg.org. If you have any questions, please contact Faith Patchett at (410) 754-8173 or Maggie McConnell at (410) 754-8173.
Putting ‘Community’ Back in Community Schools: Make Your Voice Heard on the New State Regulation
Who: This is for anyone with a stake in Community Schools including students, parents, families, Community School Coordinators, and district leads. The state will be accepting public feedback soon, and we want your voice in the room.
What: There’s a new proposed state regulation most families, educators, and coordinators may not have heard about yet that could change how Community Schools funding is structured, how programming is designed, and how academic goals are set for your school.
Strong Schools Maryland and the MOST Network invite you to “Putting ‘Community’ Back in Community Schools: Make Your Voice Heard on the New State Regulation,” a virtual info session and Q&A.
We’ll cover:
When: September 22nd from 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Where: Virtual session on Zoom.
Driving Local Change in Maryland’s Lower Eastern Shore-Asset-Based Community Development Training
Who: Community leaders and organizations
What: Creating a longevity ecosystem requires community-driven action. Join local changemakers to learn how to leverage the asset-based community development (ABCD) approach to lay a foundation for collective action and better mobilize community strengths.
This interactive, half-day training will provide community leaders and organizations with the tools necessary to identify existing capacities, resources, and relationships, and build a coordinated network to activate planning and policy development at the local level.
When: Tuesday, September 29th from 11:30 am until 4:00 pm.
Where: Salisbury University, 1101 Camden Ave, Guerrieri Student Union (Wicomico Room), Salisbury, MD 21801
Stop the Bleed Trainings
Who: Everyone
What: ‘Stop the Bleed’ was launched by the National Security Council at The White House to empower everyday people like you to take action in emergencies. Inspired by advances in military medicine during the wars in Iraq and Afghanistan, this program translates battlefield knowledge into lifesaving skills for the public. Whether it’s an everyday emergency or a large-scale disaster, knowing how to control bleeding can mean the difference between life and death.
Join the movement. Become a hero. Start your journey today and be prepared to save a life when every second counts!
Any questions we can help with? Please email us here: stopthebleed@mdcot.com
Where & When: Several local dates and times —
PEP Family Resiliency Program for Fathers Fall 2026
Who: Fathers of children ages 2–18
What: In partnership with the Young Men and Boys Initiative of the Governor’s Office for Children, PEP is offering its FREE 8-week program for fathers.
The PEP Family Resiliency Program helps parents build tools to strengthen family connections, support mental health, and encourage child success in school.
Topics include how to raise more motivated & cooperative kids, understanding and supporting children’s mental health needs, when to set limits and when to let go.
When: One a week for 8 weeks, 1.5 hours per session. Choose your track: Tuesday (starts 10/13) or Wednesday (starts 10/14) evenings. Attend at least 5 sessions plus the evaluation session and receive a $50 e-gift card (limit one per household).
Where: Virtual sessions on Zoom