Chincoteague Island Post-Blizzard

Chincoteague Insider Greetings from a snow weary Chincoteague Island, Virginia!

O.K. like the rest of the Mid-Alantic, Chincoteague has been pummeled with a major snow storm again. Having said that, there is still plenty of goings on in Chincoteague and Evelyn Shotwell of the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce can prove it. Here's Evelyn...




Hi All,

Well, we made it through another blizzard! What will this weekend bring? Hopefully we will be able to get out and enjoy all the “fun stuff” going on in the area. Cure that cabin fever with some of the happenings listed below.





OUT & ABOUT



February 12: New Member Orientation—Call the chamber at 757-336-6161 (or email chincochamber@verizon.net) to set up a time to stop by and let us show you what the chamber does for you. We will discuss the chamber website, marketing, demographics and statistics, avenues for free advertising and coop advertising, brochure distribution, referrals and much more. If this day does not work for you, we would be happy to see you anytime. Suzanne and I are here Monday-Friday, 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Come by to say hello.



February 13: Sundial Books hosts folk musician Diana Wagner at 3:00 p.m. She will be playing traditional love songs in honor of Valentine’s Day. Contact Sundial at 757-336-5825 for more info.



February 13: 4th Annual Death By Chocolate—come join us in our sweet celebration from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. Pick up a playing card from any merchant displaying the Death By Chocolate poster, complete your card while enjoying treats and shopping, and enter your completed card at Waterside Inn for a chance to win fun prizes donated by local merchants—drawing at 6:15 p.m. Call the Waterside Inn at 757-336-3434 for more information.



February 13-14: Great savings at Delmarva Discovery Center—50% off all admissions, one child FREE with paid adult, total admission for a family of four=$10—show driver’s license to receive discounts if you live in Worcester, Somerset, Wicomico, Sussex, or Accomack Counties. Experience Delmarva:

Virginia Space Flight Academy—Saturday & Sunday Noon-2:00 p.m.-Principles of aerodynamics.

Delmarva Nature Talk—Saturday 11 a.m. & 2:30 p.m., Sunday 2:30 p.m. Learn interesting biofacts about diverse animals that live on the peninsula and meet reptiles Cornelius and Gary.

Decoy Carving Demonstration with world champion carver Ernie Muehlmatt. Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and Sunday Noon-2:00 p.m.

Oyster Shell Art with local Chincoteague artist Jenny Somers all weekend.



February 14: VALENTINE’S DAY—Tell someone you love them and think they are special!!



February 20: The Virginia Symphony will perform at Nandua High School in Onley at 8:00 p.m. Call 757-302-0366 for ticket information.



NASA Visitor’s Center: Open Monday-Friday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. through February.



2010 CHINCOTEAGUE ISLAND VISITOR’S GUIDES ARE HERE!!!

STOP BY SOON TO PICK UP A CASE OR A FEW FOR YOUR BUSINESS



WE ALSO HAVE EASTER DECOY SHOW FLYERS



OYSTER FESTIVAL SHIRTS---$17

(IN PINK & BLUE—GREAT FOR EASTER GIFTS…or for that special Valentine in your life!!)

OYSTER FESTIVAL HATS---$15

OYSTER FESTIVAL POSTERS---$12





Evelyn

Evelyn Shotwell

Office Manager

Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce

Pre-Danny Report

Pre-Danny Chincoteague Report.

This week Chincoteague and Assateague Island have seen some of the most beautiful beach days of the summer. Even the dolphins are happy as they seem to be making a "big splash" nearly every day. As for Hurricane Danny, I'm predicting it passes over the Mid-Atlantic because it didn't schedule a spot on Evelyn Shotwell's Out & About list.If it's not on Evelyn's list, then it ain't happening. That's my story and I'm sticking to it! Take it Evelyn.




From: Evelyn Shotwell
Date: 8/27/2009 3:38:17 PM
To: Evelyn Shotwell
Subject: OUT & ABOUT




Good Afternoon,

As we prepare for the weekend (and maybe Danny) we have lots of fun things to do before summer ends. Concerts, yard sales, decoy shows, fishing lessons, movies…………. Enjoy it all!!



OUT & ABOUT



August 27: Summer Cinema Series—“Waking Ned Devine” –9 p.m.—Robert Reed Waterfront Park—Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy!!! Last one of the summer!! Reviews are great….a must see!



August 29 & September 2: Farmer’s Market behind Don’s Seafood Restaurant—8 a.m. to Noon



August 29: Music at the Dock—Free Concert in Robert Reed Waterfront Park by Sweet Adelines. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.



September 1: Caregiver Connection—2:30 p.m. to 4 p.m.—Hospice Resource Center 6309 Church St.



September 1: Chincoteague Island YMCA Walking club—meet at Senior Center—7 p.m.



September 2: Deadline for qualified individuals to apply for 4 special use permits to provide guided waterfowl hunting opportunities for the 2009-2010 migratory game bird season. Lottery will be held September 9. Contact Refuge Manager Lou Hinds at 757-336-6122 for more information.



September 4: Chincoteague Island YMCA Bake Sale at PNC Bank—9 a.m. to 6 p.m.—Eat lots…..



September 4: First Friday Evening Program on Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge featuring Jimmy Vasiliou of Steve’s Bait & Tackle Shop will be speaking on “Fishing off Assateague: Baits, Rigs, & Techniques”. He will talk about the types of fish found off the coast of Assateague Island, where to find them and how to catch them.--7:00 p.m.



September 5: Chincoteague Island YMCA Yard Sale—Michael’s Jewelry parking lot 6328 Maddox--8am to 2 pm—Help support the Island YMCA by shopping ‘til you drop!!!!



September 5 & 6: Chincoteague Decoy Carvers’ & Artists’ Show—Chincoteague Center—Saturday 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. 757-336-0614



*ASSATEAGUE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE TOURS: Thursday-Monday --9am to 3pm



*ASSATEAGUE ISLAND BUS TOURS: Thursday-Sunday, 10 am & 4 pm—757-336-3696



*ISLAND HISTORY TROLLEY TOURS: Every Tuesday & Thursday at 2:45 p.m. & 3:45 p.m. until September 3, 2009. Ticket sales and tour departures at the Chincoteague Center, 6155 Community Drive off Deep Hole Rd.



*NASA VISITOR CENTER ACTIVITIES:

Saturdays & Sundays—“Puppets in Space”--11:00 a.m.

Sundays—“Humans in Space” – 30 minute program looks at living and working in space.

Wednesdays—“Virginia Space Flight Academy Rocket Launch”—2:30 p.m. Cancelled if raining or winds exceed 18 mph. Rain date: Thursdays at 2:30 p.m.



*PROGRAM SCHEDULE FOR ASSATEAGUE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE: Follow the link (http://www.nps .gov/asis/upload/August%2023-29.pdf) and see attached schedules for lots of fun activities.





Evelyn

Evelyn Shotwell

Office Manager

Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce

Chincoteague's Post Pony Penning Week Activities

Greetings from the Post Pony Penning Chincoteague Island "Happenings Update."
You would think that Chincoteague would be in a "let down" mode, but that's not the case at all. Music, Art Strolls and family fun are still in abundant supply. Take a look at my friend Evelyn Shotwell's comprehensive list of Chincoteague Island's activities this week.



From: Evelyn Shotwell
Date: 8/6/2009 4:20:31 PM
To: Evelyn Shotwell
Subject: OUT & ABOUT


Good Afternoon All,

Hope you all survived Pony Penning without being too exhausted!! Thank goodness the rain (& mosquitoes) held off last week for most of the events. If you all are running out of suggestions to keep your guests and customers comfortable while under siege by the infamous Chincoteague mosquitoes, send them to the chamber office for ideas of indoor things to do.

Have fun out & about…while strolling or just enjoying the beach. Sunday, Monday and Tuesday look like GREAT beach days.



OUT & ABOUT



August 7: First Friday Talk—Herbert H. Bateman Educational Center—Park Ranger Chris Seymour will speak on “Forgotten Heroes”, United States Life-Saving Service at Assateague



August 8: 2nd Saturday Art Stroll—Demonstrations, Exhibitions, music, wine tasting, book signings, 4th Annual Queen for a Day & Soiree. Schedule in chamber office.



August 8 & 12: Farmer’s Market behind Don’s Seafood—8am to noon



August 11: Chincoteague Refuge Offers All-night Viewing of Perseid Meteor Shower—Pull an all-nighter on the beach and watch the meteor shower!!! Be on the beach by 10 pm. You can leave whenever you wish or stay all night. What a treat!



August 11-12 and 13-14: Wetland Education Workshop (WETMAAP)—Nasa Wallops Flight Facility Visitor Center—Call Amanda Clark at 757-824-2297 or email Amanda.l.clark@nasa.gov to pre-register.



August 13: Summer Cinema Series—“BABE”—9 pm—Robert Reed Waterfront Park—Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy the free movie!!!!



August 14: Charlie Sizemore Band (Bluegrass) will perform at Chincoteague Center at 7 pm. Call 757-336-0614 or 757-336-3030 for ticket information. Visit www.IslandBlueGrass.com.



*ASSATEAGUE ISLAND LIGHTHOUSE TOURS: Thursday-Monday --9am to 3pm

*ASSATEAGUE ISLAND BUS TOURS: Thursday-Sunday, 10 am & 4 pm—757-336-3696



*ISLAND HISTORY TROLLEY TOURS: Every Tuesday & Thursday at 2:45 p.m. & 3:45 p.m. Ticket sales and tour departures at the Chincoteague Center, 6155 Community Drive off Deep Hole Rd.



*STORY/CRAFT HOUR AT THE ISLAND LIBRARY: Every Thursday thru August 15 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am for 4-8 year olds.



*NASA VISITOR CENTER ACTIVITIES:

August 8: “Sun-Earth Connections”--1 p.m.

Saturdays & Sundays—“Puppets in Space”--11:00 a.m.

Sundays—“Humans in Space” – 30 minute program looks at living and working in space.

Wednesdays—“Virginia Space Flight Academy Rocket Launch”—2:30 p.m. Cancelled if raining or winds exceed 18 mph. Rain date: Thursdays at 2:30 p.m.



*PROGRAM SCHEDULE FOR ASSATEAGUE ISLAND NATIONAL SEASHORE: Follow the links below for activities including bird and nature walks, kayaking, surf rescue demonstrations, beach campfires and night hikes. Find schedules on http://www.nps.gov/asis/upload/August%202-8.pdf and http://www.nps.gov/asis/upload/August%209-15.pdf



*CHINCOTEAGUE NATIONAL WILDLIFE REFUGE ACTIVITIES—check at the Herbert H. Bateman Educational Center for a list of summer events.



*“RIDE THE PONY EXPRESS”. Come by the chamber office for a schedule!





Evelyn

Evelyn Shotwell

Office Manager

Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce

A Little Help From a Friend

Greetings from Chincoteague Island!

Once again, Evelyn Shotwell of the Chincoteague Chamber has assembled the Ultimate Chincoteague Island Weekend 'to do' list. It's so "spot on" I have decided to enlist her help for the Chincoteague Insider Post When you visit Chincoteague, please be sure to stop by the Chincoteague Chamber and say Hello!





From: Evelyn Shotwell
Date: 7/16/2009 3:35:10 PM
To: Evelyn Shotwell
Subject: OUT & ABOUT




Happy Middle of July Weekend to all,

We’re gearing up now for the big week!!! Lots of phone calls and emails from folks who are making last minute preparations for the 84th Annual Pony Swim & Auction. The carnival has been a lot of fun….I hope you have taken time to enjoy it. Thank you to all the volunteer workers for providing such a wonderful source of entertainment and great food. The weather continues to be ideal and thankfully the mosquitoes are behaving themselves…at least we are not getting complaints in the chamber office. What more could you ask for in July!!!





OUT & ABOUT



July 17 & 18: CARNIVAL—7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Food, rides, games, raffles…….

July 24 & 25: CARNIVAL



July 16: LIGHTHOUSE RE-OPENS FOR TOURS—Thursday-Monday 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.



July 18 & 19: FEE FREE WEEKEND to Assateague Island National Seashore. Entrance fees will be waived.



July 18 & 22: Farmer’s Market behind Don’s Seafood Restaurant.



July 20-24: Children in the Woods Day Camp. Call Michael Dixon at 757-336-6122 ext 336 to register your 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader.



July 22: Dante Bucci Concert at the Senior Center on Church St. at 8:00 p.m. Dante Bucci was born in The Netherlands and trained in voice, guitar piano but found his real love in percussion. Call 757-336-5825 or 757-336-3399 for ticket information.



July 23: CCA Summer Cinema Series continues at the Robert Reed Park with “Step Into Liquid” at 9:00 p.m. Called the best surfing documentary ever made.



July 24-26: 22nd Annual Chincoteague Island Blueberry Festival at the Chincoteague Center. Call 757-824-3868 for more information. Go to www.chincoteagueblueberryfestival.com for coupons.



*ISLAND HISTORY TROLLEY TOURS: Every Tuesday & Thursday at 2:45 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. Ticket sales and tour departures are at the Chincoteague Center, 6155 Community Drive off Deep Hole



*STORY/CRAFT HOUR AT THE ISLAND LIBRARY: Every Thursday thru August 15 from 10:00 am to 11:00 am for 4-8 year olds (except July 30, it will be held 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm).



*NASA Visitor Center Events

Saturdays & Sundays—“Puppets in Space”--11:00 a.m.

Sundays—“Humans in Space” – 30 minute program looks at living and working in space.

Wednesdays—“Virginia Space Flight Academy Rocket Launch”—2:30 p.m. Cancelled if raining or winds exceed 18 mph. Rain date: Thursdays at 2:30 p.m.



*Program Schedule for Assateague National Seashore: Follow the links below for activities including bird and nature walks, kayaking, surf rescue demonstrations, beach campfires and night hikes. Find schedules on http://www.nps.gov/asis/upload/July%2012-18.pdf .



*Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge Activities—check at the Herbert H. Bateman Educational Center for a list of summer events.



*Refuge Wildlife Bus Tours: Thursday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Call 757-336-3696 or

visit www.piping-plover.org.



*“RIDE THE PONY EXPRESS”. We have schedules in the chamber office and you will find it on www.chincoteaguechamber.com.





Evelyn

Evelyn Shotwell

Office Manager

Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce

Hooray for the Chincoteague Chamber!

Greetings from Chincoteague Island!

I thought I would take this opportunity to say a few things about the wonderful work the fine folks at the Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce do for Chincoteague Island and the Chincoteague business community. Suzanne Taylor, the Executive Director of Marketing & Tourism works tirelessly to spread the word about Chincoteagues' many virtues and The Insider is proud to know her.

Ms.Taylors' steady right hand is Evelyn Shotwell, the Office Manager and Bookeeper at the Chincoteague Chamber. Evelyn sends out a weekly email called "Out and About" and she is always one step ahead of everybody in uncovering some wonderful little happenings that are often underpublicized. The Insider istaking the liberty of sharing her list of "things to do" in the upcoming week.

Be sure to drop in at the Chincoteague Chamber in their newly refurbished home, smack-dab in the middle of the circle on Maddox Blvd., as you head to the beach. These ladies are totally on top of all the events, accommodations, and all the rest here on Chincoteague Island. Oh, and tell them the Chincoteague Insider says,Hi, and many thanks for all they do!

Here Is Evelyns' List of upcoming happenings:

OUT & ABOUT

June 26: A Terrior-Orion suborbital sounding rocket was launched from NASA Wallops Flight Facility at 5:30 a.m. Call 757-824-2050 or visit http://www.nasa.gov/centers/wallops/home/index.html for launch updates.

June 26-28: Grand Opening Weekend—Delmarva Discovery Center on the Pocomoke River. Friday & Saturday 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Sunday Noon to 4:00 p.m. Enjoy 10% off admission with guided tours & demonstrations throughout the weekend. 410-957-9933.

June 27: Jericho Bridge Bluegrass Concert at Downtown Dock at Robert Reed Waterfront Park at 7:00 p.m. Free concert sponsored by Chincoteague Cultural Alliance. Traditional acoustic music, instrumentals, and original songs. Bring a chair or blanket and enjoy!

June 27: Peter Stone’s Model Horse Show at Chincoteague Center from 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Visit http://www.stonehorses.com/ for more info.

June 27 & 28: Puppets in Space—11:00 a.m. NASA Visitor Center

June 27 & July 1: Farmer’s Market behind Don’s Seafood Restaurant—8:00 a.m. to Noon.

June 27: Artist Reception to view unique engraved wood paintings of Award Winning Florida artist Tony Krysinsky at Blue Crab Gallery, 4072 Main St. from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.

June 28: Living in Space—1:00 p.m. at NASA Visitor Center.

June 28: Discover the Pocomoke River aboard the Bay Queen at the Delmarva Discovery Center in Pocomoke City MD. Live entertainment and light buffet by Waterman’s Inn. Limited tickets available. Call 410-957-9933 for information.

June 30 & July 2: Island History Tours aboard the Trolley at 2:45 p.m. and 3:45 p.m. Tours depart from Chincoteague Center. Tickets available at 2:15 p.m. on day of tour.

July 1: Bob Sima Concert at the Senior Center on Church Street at 8:00 p.m. Tickets available at the door or online at http://www.chincoteagueculturalalliance.org/. Click on Music and look for “Chincoteague Unplugged”.

July 2: Free concert by Salisbury Brasswerkes at 7:00 p.m. in Robert Reed Waterfront Park. Bring your beach chair or blanket and your own “Old Glory” to wave.

July 2: Senior Education at the Senior Center on Church St (11:00 am to 11:30 am)
Caregiver Connection at Hospice Resource Center Chincoteague (2:30-4:00 pm)

July 2-4: CARNIVAL OPENS!!! Fireworks July 4 at 10:00 p.m. at the Carnival Grounds.

July 2-August 13: Story time each Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. for children ages 4 to 8 years at the Chincoteague Island Library on Main Street. Explore the world of books, music, arts & crafts. (On July 30, story time will be from 1:00 to 2 p.m.) A parent must accompany children.

July 2-6: Assateague Lighthouse Open for tours 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m. Visit http://www.piping-plover.org/ for updates on schedule for remainder of summer.

July 3: First Friday Evening Program at Chincoteague National Wildlife Refuge, 7:00 p.m. Free Refuge Admission after 6:00 p.m. Dr. Susan Langley of the MD Historical Trust will speak on the “History of Shipwrecks Off the Eastern Shore”.

July 4: INDEPENDENCE DAY FIREWORKS CELEBRATION at Carnival Grounds at 10:00 p.m.

*Pony Art Lessons, Pony Shows, Riding Lessons, Pony Rides, Carriage Rides, Day Camp and Horse Care Camp at the Chincoteague Pony Center Monday through Saturday. Call 757-336-2776 for more information.

*Program Schedule for Assateague National Seashore: Follow the links below for activities including bird and nature walks, kayaking, surf rescue demonstrations, beach campfires and night hikes.
http://www.nps.gov/asis/upload/June%2021-27.pdf and
http://www.nps.gov/asis/upload/June%2028-July4.pdf

*Refuge Wildlife Tours: Thursday-Sunday 10:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. Call 757-336-3696 or
Visit http://www.piping-plover.org/.

*“RIDE THE PONY EXPRESS”. We have schedules in the chamber office and you will find it on http://www.chincoteaguechamber.com/.

SUMMER IS OFFICIALLY HERE ONCE THE CARNIVAL OPENS. ENJOY OYSTER & CLAM FRITTERS, SOFT CRAB & CRABCAKE SANDWICHES, FISH SANDWICHES, PIZZA, HOT DOGS & HAMBURGERS, FRIES, FUNNEL CAKES, COTTON CANDY AND MORE. RIDES, GAMES, & RAFFLES.

HAVE LOTS OF FUN IN YOUR OUT & ABOUT TIME.


Evelyn

Evelyn Shotwell
Office Manager
Chincoteague Chamber of Commerce
6733 Maddox Boulevard
Chincoteague Island, Virginia
23336

For more information :
757-336-6161-ph
757-336-1242-fax
chincochamber@verizon.net
http://www.chincoteaguechamber.com/

Until the next time...