Community Calendar

Salisbury’s newest restaurant, Smoking Monster BBQ & Sushi Bar, invites members and the community to a ribbon cutting to celebrate their grand opening.

Woman and family owned and operated, Smoking Monster, is the first restaurant of its kind in Wicomico County, offering a fusion of unique Korean Asian BBQ and sushi.  Korean barbecue (KBBQ) is a communal dining experience of grilling marinated meat at the table. It's often made with beef, pork, or chicken, and is known for its sweet taste.

Join us for ribbon cutting to:

• Meet owners Sufang “Nicole” Lin and Rainie
• learn about our menu, special seating areas, and why Korean BBQ is so popular
• tour our the new 4,400 sq ft restaurant, with appealing visuals designed to bare a great atmosphere
• enter to win door prizes (must be a chamber member to enter)
• samples menu items, beer, and wine

Salisbury University is home to inspired students and educators. Setting success in motion is what we do. We are the place where"tomorrow" begins.

Salisbury propels students forward toward a better tomorrow in their lives and careers. In our warm and welcoming environment, professors mentor students in a way that sparks change by connecting ideas to real-world experiences. Study where your opportunities are endless, your cost is affordable and your return on investment will pay back a lifetime of possibilities.

Experience the Salisbury University campus during a BusinessAfter Hours at Sea Gull Stadium. During the BAH, the men's lacrosse team will take on Ohio Wesleyan.

Join us for Business After Hours and:

- Meet President Dr. Carolyn Lepre, Monica Polizzi, Director of Athletics and Campus Recreation, Salisbury University staff, student leaders, and Sammy the Seagull!
- learn about the many opportunities at SU
- explore Sea Gull Stadium
- enter to win SU gear and merchandise
- enjoy light fare provided by SU Catering and a drink ticket person. Cash bar will be available.
- contribute to a 50/50 raffle and support the SACC Foundation Wor-Wic Scholarship Fund (bring some cash and your business cards!

SPACE IS LIMITED AND REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED

SWAC has the funds... YOU have the talent.

Together let’s build a dream. 

Herbert D. Brent & Paul S. Hyde Arts Scholarships
For high school students pursuing higher education in the arts

Douglas I. Smith Arts Grants
For children 16 and under to pursue the arts (music lessons, band camp, art instruction, etc.) and/or youth instructors for group arts events

Applications and videos are due March 14th. In-person interviews will be held March 29th.
Find applications and guidelines at www.GetSWAC.org

The March General Membership Luncheon will feature Eric Morgan, Piedmont Airlines President and CEO. The luncheon will be held on Wednesday, March 19, 11:30 AM at the Black Diamond Lodge in Fruitland, MD.

Morgan began his airline career as a part-time customer service agent at Greenbrier Valley Airport in West Virginia working for the original Piedmont Airlines. He has more than 40 years of airline experience and has worked, managed and taught in numerous roles during his career in the airline industry. Prior to being promoted to president in 2020, he led the Piedmont Ground Handling team since 1999.

Piedmont Airlines, the airport's sole commercial carrier, currently flies to 80 U.S. destinations and is headquartered in Salisbury, Maryland. 

Morgan will outline future plans of regional commercial air travel from SBY Airport, what to expect in the coming years across the country, and the many career opportunities available with Piedmont Airlines. 

Join the Women's Leadership Council for an inspiring morning with Moira Kucaba, an international speaker, bestselling author, thought leader and mindset mentor. Originally from Salisbury, Maryland, Moira will join us for a transformative event that will empower you to level up your growth and turn your dreams into reality! This interactive workshop will help you unlock your potential and take the necessary steps towards achieving your goals. Learn how to obliterate limiting beliefs and build new beliefs to break through to the next level. Bridge the gap between your vision and action by mastering the art of execution and developing an action plan to get there. Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your confidence and make your aspirations a reality!

Moira will also be selling her book: "Rise Up: Book of Proof" immediately following the event, giving you the "magic formula to achieve everything you've ever wanted in your life"!

WLC serves to inspire and empower women through assembly and partnership, facilitating advancement of members as professional leaders in their life, work and community.

Complimentary coffee, tea and water will be available.

Registration required.  

Griswold Home Care invites you to a ribbon cutting celebrating their new Downtown Salisbury offices.  At Griswold, care is personal, and they take pride in referring Caregivers to assist with your family’s needs.

Griswold is an award-winning pioneer in the non-medical home care industry.   They focus on personal care, homemaking, companionship, and support for those with conditions, illnesses, or injuries.

Join us for a ribbon-cutting to:

• Meet Beth Copeland, Owner and Director, Christina Sommerfield, Sales and Business Development, and the Griswold team
• learn about Griswold's services, changes in ownership, and new products.
• tour the new location
• enter to win door prizes
• enjoy light fare and beverages

Discover how to harness the power of digital marketing to grow your business in 2025!

Grab a brown bag lunch and join the experts at D3 for the March Marketing & Media workshop. This in-person workshop will cover leveraging YouTube for video marketing, Google Tours for immersive customer engagement, and real-world case studies that showcase effective strategies. 

Whether you're looking to build your brand, attract local customers, or optimize your online presence, this session will provide actionable insights to drive results. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn, connect, and transform your marketing game!  

The 2025 Ladies and Mixed Team Golf Challenge, a 9 hole "Fun for Everyone" event presented by Pohanka Automotive of Salisbury, will be held on Thursday, March 27, 2025, beginning at 3:30 PM at Green Hill Country Club. Check in begins at 2:30 PM.

The event is for beginners and seasoned golfers alike.

- No golf experience necessary

- Players can share clubs

- 3:30 PM tee off followed by lite fare, beverages and an awards ceremony in the clubhouse

- Teams of four ladies OR two ladies and two gentlemen are preferred

- Registration fee includes golf, cartand practice balls on the driving range prior to tee off, lunch, PLUS a FREE GOODY BAG!

Foursome & Tee Sign $375

Includes 1 foursome, cart, practice balls, lunch, and goody bags

Single Player $95

Includes fee includes golf, cart, practice balls, lunch, and goody bag



SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES

Presenting Sponsor - $1,500

Includes 2 foursomes, 2 tee signs, logo on banner and event signage,social media and marketing materials, speaking opportunity at event

Reception Sponsor - $750

Includes 1 foursome, cart, practice balls, 2 tee signs, lunch, goody bag, logo on exclusive signage, social media and marketing materials, speaking opportunity at event

Putting Green Sponsor - $500

Set up interactive games on putting green for maxiumum exposure! Includes 2 tee signs, recognition on signage, social and print media

Happy Hour Sponsor - $275

Includes recognition on signage, social and print media

Tee Sign Sponsor - $75

Includes 1 tee sign


THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS

Presenting Sponsor

Pohanka of Salisbury Automotive

Reception Sponsors

Avery Hall Insurance 

GiveSendGo

JoJo's Family Restaurant

NASA's Wallops Flight Facility

The Insurance Market

TidalHealth

Putting Green Sponsor

BBSI

Happy Hour Sponsors

Chesapeake Utilities

Comcast

Hebron Savings Bank 

Minuteman Press Salisbury 

The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce is a membership organization dedicated to promoting a positive business environment and serving its members’ business interests through networking, education and advocacy.

Chamber 101, sponsored by Yuloff Creative Marketing Solutions and Wingate Salisbury, invites new, not-so-new and future members to join us for networking and an interactive presentation on how to make the most of your Chamber investment. 

Who Should Attend? 

This orientation is open to ALL members. We encourage new members to attend, but “experienced” members needing a refresher are also welcome!

When Is Chamber 101?

Chamber 101 takes place on the last Monday of every other month from 12:00 - 1:00 PM. 

Where Is Chamber 101?

The lower level meeting room at the Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce, 200 E. Church Street, Salisbury, MD 21801 (park in the side lot)

What Should I Expect?

• A brief networking time  
• A welcome from Chamber 101 sponsor, Yuloff Creative Marketing Solutions
• A presentation that helps you to:
  
  - Be informed: What we do and who's who at the Chamber?
  - Get connected: Ways to build relationships among Chamber members
  - Get involved: Participate in Chamber events to address your business goals
  - Build exposure: Marketing Opportunities through the Chamber
  - Work the website: Use the Chamber Website for your advantage  to provide an overview of all membership benefits, including some new opportunities 

• An opportunity to ASK QUESTIONS!  We are here to help you make the most of your investment!

Feel free to bring your own lunch. We will provide beverages and dessert for your enjoyment.

FREE Small Minority, Woman-Owned Business Resource Day with resources you need to build a strong business foundation.

We would like to invite you to attend our 3nd Annual Small Minority Business Resource Day on Friday, April 11, 2025 at Chesapeake Grove, 108 Chesapeake Street, Cambridge, MD 21613 from 10am - 2:00pm.

Our 1-Day FREE Small Minority Business Resource Day goal is to help connect small minority business owners, women, veteran-owned businesses and inspiring entrepreneurs with resources necessary for them to take their ideas to the next level.

Receive resources for:

• Financing Resources
• Accounting Solutions
• Small Business Insurance
• Retirement & Investing
• Small Business Marketing
• Employee Benefits
• Legal Protection and much more...

What to expect:

Access to:

- Resource Exhibitor Hall (10 am - 12:00 pm)

- Resource Presentation Theater & Keynotes (12:30 pm - 2:00 pm)

- Business Card Exchange (10 am - 2:00 pm)

- Industry Meet-Ups (10 am - 2:00 pm)

- Food Truck / Lunch (10:30 am - 2:00 pm)

The Think Big Plan Bigger Network (TM) is exclusively for local and regional businesses, nonprofits and entrepreneurs with the goal of collaboration, innovation, growth and philanthropy as its focus.

If you would like to be a Sponsor, place an AD in our Booklet, Volunteer, or be a Presenter, please contact:

The Salisbury Area Chamber of Commerce and the Tri-County Council for the Lower Eastern Shore of Maryland are pleased to present the 2025 Maryland General Assembly Post Legislative Session Forum, featuring the mid and lower Eastern Shore Legislative Delegation.

Our local Senators and House of Delegates members will address legislation debated, passed, and defeated in Annapolis.

A Q&A session will follow as time allows. Don’t miss this opportunity to hear from our elected senators and delegates!

Registration is required.

A full buffet lunch is included

$35 Members | $45 Non Members

Table Sponsorship - $500

includes a reserved table of 8 sponsor
recognition on signage, slide presentation, print and social media
 

Presented by

Tri-County Council of the Lower Eastern Shore 

Media Sponsor

47abc WMDT

Table Sponsors

Chesapeake Utilities

Salisbury University 

University of Maryland Eastern Shore 

Worcester County Government