2011-05-23

Oxford MD Tour of Picket Fences and Eastern Shore Events

Oxford's Tour of Picket Fences - Eastern Shore Art

Oxford Day Parade
Artist - Santy Gibson
Charity - Water For People
(Front view of Oxford Picket Fence)
Waiting For Oxford Day Parade
Artist - Santy Gibson
Charity - Water For People
(Back view of Oxford Picket Fence)























  

Saturday, Oct. 8-Auction of Oxford's Picket Fences-4 to 6 pm
The 3rd Annual Auction of Oxford's Picket Fences will be held this year at Combsberry Inn's historic barn. The public is invited to this free event, featuring an auction of the 18 picket fences for 2011-plus food, drinks and live music!

If you can not attend, but wish to bid on a 2011 picket fence –
click here for more information.

Oxford's 2011 Tour of Picket Fences Throughout Town-All Summer From Memorial Day weekend through the end of September-pick up a map of our walking tour of the 18 picket fences. These fences, painted and designed by local artists, are displayed throughout Town for the summer season!  


Oxford, Maryland - Eastern Shore
Dine, Dock, Dream, Discover
2011 Summer Events


Fridays Evening Sailboat Races
Don't miss the sailboat races off of Sandaway Beach and the Tred Avon Yacht Club.
Book your rooms soon before Sandaway Waterfront Lodging is sold out.

Wednesday Afternoon Farmers Market at the Oxford Community Center
Through mid-October from 4-6 pm
Experience fresh summer vegetables and yummy treats at Oxford's Farmers Market.

May 27 and 28 (Memorial Day Weekend) - Fine Arts Fair
The Oxford Community Center will be hosting their 27th Annual Fine Arts Fair featuring local and national artists showing and selling original works. Leisurely browse a variety of maritime and rural themes as well as landscapes, abstract works, photography, and sculpture. You won't want to miss the fair's traditional homemade strawberry shortcake!

Sunday, June 5-Mid-Shore Community Band in Town Park-3 pm
Join us in Town Park for a free concert by the Mid-Shore Community Band. The Band is made up of local musicians and is 45 members strong!

Sunday, June 12-Historic Walking Tour of Oxford-10:30 am
Meet at Oxford-Bellevue Ferry to begin a short walking Tour of Oxford and its history. Your tour guide will lead you through the Town pointing out historic places and stories of Oxford's history. The event is free and open to the public.

Saturday, June 25-Cardboat Boat Races
Join in the fun at The Strand for a great day benefiting the MD Special Olympics. Be a participant or just a spectator in the Cardboard boat Boat Races! The event begins at 10:00 a.m.

Sunday, July 3-Oxford Fireworks at Dusk!
Some of the best seats for the fireworks show are on Sandaway's lawn and beach. Be sure to book your rooms well in advance!

August 12-14-Oxford Regatta
Tred Avon Yacht Club hosts the annual Oxford Regatta which will include sailboat races. Live music will be at the Yacht Club Friday and Saturday nights.

Saturday, September 3 - Nautical Festival
The Oxford Business Association invites your organization to take part in our first annual Port of Oxford Nautical Festival. It takes place on September 3, 2011 and is an all day event that includes a nautical flea market where businesses, non-profit organizations and private residents can sell their nautical goods such as arts and craft themed items, boats, new and used marine parts, fishing gear, dock accessories, nautical clothing and marine services.

Saturday, Sept. 10-Historic Walking Tour of Oxford-2:00 pm
Meet at Oxford-Bellevue Ferry to begin a short walking Tour of Oxford and its history. Your tour guide will lead you through the Town pointing out historic places and stories of Oxford's history. The event is free and open to the public.

Saturday, Oct. 8-Auction of Oxford's Picket Fences-4 to 6 pm
The 3rd Annual Auction of Oxford's Picket Fences will be held this year at Combsberry Inn's historic barn. The public is invited to this free event, featuring an auction of the 18 picket fences for 2011-plus food, drinks and live music!

Oxford, Maryland 2011 Tour of Picket Fences - Memorial Day weekend through the end of September-pick up an Oxford picket fence map of our walking tour of the 18 picket fences. These picket fences, painted and designed by local artists, are displayed throughout Oxford for the summer season. Be sure to see this Eastern Shore event!



Event informtion provided by the Oxford Business Association
visit www.portofoxford.com to learn more about Oxford, MD


Oxford, Maryland is located 90 minutes before Ocean City, MD when traveling east. Oxford's location on the Eastern Shore of MD is ideal for enjoying the Chesapeake Bay, St. Michaels, Easton, Cambridge, Tilghman Island and other historic towns in Maryland.

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