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09/17/2024

Rivers of the Eastern Shore Book Talk

September 17, 2024 2pm - 4pm

Join the Historical Society and ShoreRivers for an immersive journey into the history of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, as we explore how its rivers shape our way of life then, now, and in the future. We invite you to a special book discussion featuring the second edition of The Rivers of the Eastern Shore by Hulbert Footner, with a forward by Tom Horton.

10/06/2024

Baseball on the Eastern Shore: A Lecture by Marty Payne

October 06, 2024 2pm - 4pm

In time to get primed for the 2024 World Series (Go O’s), author Marty Payne will talk about the origins and progression of America’s pastime on the Eastern Shore, a region “acknowledged in the national press as a hotbed of baseball activity,” according to the book’s publisher. Marty Payne is an author, a member of the Society of American Baseball Research who has researched and written extensively about baseball, with a particular focus on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. He is a native of St. Michaels and received his Masters Degree from Washington College. Light refreshments will be available. Click here to reserve your seat

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Rivers of the Eastern Shore Book Talk

09/17/2024

Join ShoreRivers and the Historical Society of Kent County for an immersive journey into the history of Maryland’s Eastern Shore, as we explore how its rivers shape our way of life then, now, and in the future. We invite you to a special book discussion featuring the second edition of The Rivers of the Eastern Shore by Hulbert Footner, with a forward by Tom Horton.

Tuesday, September 17, 2024, 2 pm – 4 pm at Emmanuel Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 101 North Cross Street, Chestertown 

A limited number of seats remain–please make your reservation today! 

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With special guests:

Karen Footner, granddaughter of Hulbert Footner and co-facilitator.

Dennis Forney: Publisher Emeritus of the Cape Gazette in Lewes, Delaware, co-facilitator.

ShoreRivers’ Chester Riverkeeper Annie Richards and Sassafras Riverkeeper Zack Kelleher will join the discussion to provide insight into the current state and future of these vital waterways.

As summarized by Shiffer Publishing, Footner’s book tells the captivating story of Maryland’s Eastern Shore through colorful narratives of 17 fascinating rivers. Starting from the arrival of European settlers and their encounters with Indigenous peoples, Footner’s story continues through the early 20th century. Each river has its own unique story, character, and beauty, lovingly detailed during his travels. Footner writes in vivid, glowing prose about the Eastern Shore’s people, customs, towns, and houses. He delves into its politics, economics, and rich history, covering events from the Revolution, War of 1812, and Civil War, to the trade of enslaved Africans and the oyster wars. Footner captures it all.

Together, the presenters will provide an engaging presentation on the background of the author and his work followed by readings and reflections, particularly focusing on the Chester and Sassafras chapters. Light refreshments will be served. Please register using the form below.