Feelin’ Hot, Hot, Hot? We’ll keep you cool in Downtown Elkton celebrating the joys of Summer Fun with First Friday, August 2nd ‘Corn Fest!’ That’s right, we’ll be rolling out all things ‘Corny’ this First Friday starting with closing North Street (from the corner of Main to the Municipal Lot Driveway) for a good old fashion Corn Hole Tournament hosted by the Elkton Rotary. Interested in joining the competition? Pre-Register by contacting Francis at franciscapp@comcast.net or just cheer the competitors to victory! The Elkton Rotary will also be selling ice cream to keep everyone cool! Maryland Brewing Company will be on hand with some cold brews and newly re-opened Spork will be featuring Corn Fritters along with a limited special event menu. Enjoy Live Music by, Conley & Watson for some toe tapping, foot stomping fun!
The Elkton Art Loop has so much to offer! Be sure to check out venues waving the ALL NEW ‘Arts Loop Stop’ banners.
Here’s a list of everything Elkton’s Art Loop venues are featuring during Aug. 2nd First Friday!
Art Space on Main –
138 W. Main St.
Stop and Shop, the Gallery is chock full of Beautiful and affordable items created by our member artists. While you’re here, why not sign up for a class or two. It’s FUN to get dirty with clay! Also featuring ‘Kids Happy Hour’ Artsy Fun for the younger set! $30 includes Art Project, Pizza & Drinks from 6-8pm. For more information contact: (410) 620-2464
Brookbend Interiors –
116 E. Main St.
Brookbend continues to WOW their customers with Treasures Galore! Stop in to shop and peruse their Gorgeous Showrooms.
Find something wonderful for your home.
5-8pm
The Cecil County Arts Council –
135 E. Main St.
The opening reception for Hema Antonio’s solo exhibition, “This Point in Time” and open show, “Back to the Future” will be held First Friday, August 2 from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. during Elkton’s Art Loop! There will be light refreshments and music during the reception. This is a free and family friendly event. Please visit our website for more information – www.cecilcountyartscouncil.org.
call the office at 410-392-5740 or email info@cecilcountyartscouncil.org.
5-8pm
Cecil County Historical Society –
135 E. Main St.
Market 135 is NOW OPEN!!! Working in partnership with the Cecil County Arts Council Cecil County farms, including Luff Family Farms, Chesapeake Gold Farms, Rumbleway Farm, Stafford Angus, and Milburn Orchards, will provide farm fresh products that can be purchased at the market daily. Local goods will include honey, jams, beef sticks, eggs, cheese, pickled beets and peppers, relish and more! Products may vary from time to time but the farms will continuously restock inventory throughout the season. Additionally, during each “First Friday” in Elkton beginning Friday, June 7, 5:00 – 8:00 p.m., farmers will be on-hand to talk about their products with samples at CCAC’s Annual Members Meeting/Opening Reception.
Discover a bit of local history, try our delectable refreshments and enjoy some lively conversation.
5-8pm
Cecil College Lifelong Learning Program –
107 Railroad Ave.
Parents Night Out
Go out, have fun, grab dinner and a movie and let us take care of the kids! **$15 for one child or $10 each for 2 + children from the same family** For more information, email learning4life@cecil.edu or call 443-907-1378.
C3ntral Tavern –
107 E. Main St.
Check out the Tavern Cecil Whig Readers voted ‘Favorite Bar 2018’ How about a generous dish of signature mac & cheese chased down with a cold brew. Be a part of what’s happening downtown at C3entral Tavern where you’re sure to meet or make a new friend.
Open ’til Midnight – (See introduction)
Elk River Brewing Company –
112 E. Main St.
Come out and join us as we tap our beer of the month the Singerly Session IPA! The Jim Bellin Trio will be providing entertainment from 6:30pm to 9:30pm!
Millstone Jewelers –
130 E. Main St.
Stop in at ‘Millstone Jewelers’ marvel over their high quality fine jewelry. Millstone does jewelry repair and makes custom jewelry in house so you don’t have to send it out! Your jewelry stays right in the store the whole time. Get your jewelry repaired by someone you can trust!
Open ’til 8:00pm
Minihane’s Irish Pub –
101 W. Main St.
Come join us for Dinner specials, a smooth pint of dark Guinness or one of the many choices on tap at the bar. Enjoy your evening out on the patio. Meet up with Good Friends and make an evening of it, taking part in some good ol’ Irish Hospitality.
Open ’til Midnight
Off The Ivy Salon –
156 W. Main St.
‘First Friday Refill’ – Stop by Off The Ivy between 10:00am to 5:00pm on August 2nd to refill your travel size Shampoo and Conditioner for only $15! Let us help you get ready for your vacation! Not going anywhere? Thats fine too, this will give you the chance to try out some of the BEST shampoo and conditioner, Lanza, on the market before you commit! We know you’ll fall in love!
***Containers must not be bigger than 3oz each. ONLY shampoo and conditioner apply. Will not fill bigger containers.*Create a whole new Beautiful You with the expertise of the stylists at ‘Off The Ivy Salon’
10-5:00pm
The Palette & The Page –
120 E. Main Street
The First Friday Event, August 2, 2019 at The Palette & The Page gallery will present the intricately carved ceramic work of Ki Crittenden and the captivating mixed-media paintings of Gina Dell in an exhibit called “Approachable Complexity”.
The reception is from 5pm-8pm and will have live music by guitarist, John Palombo during the Opening, author Michele Dietz Chynoweth will be signing her newest book, and Allie Charles of Cecil County Public Library (CCPL) with be visiting with her sidekick Kim Anguish. The Event is FREE. The show will be in the gallery from Monday, July 29th through Friday, August 30th.
The Teal Antler –
156 W. Main St.
Join the ladies at The Teal Antler for a Selfie Contest and Scratch Off Party… Climb the steps to browse all the Beautiful clothing items and accessories! It’s just like walking into your super stylish best friends closet. Check out all their Super Chic fashions.🌼
4-8pm
Stop by for Live Demos:
Suz Quilt Studio –
114 E. Main St.
Stop in and say Hi to Sue, browse her quaint shop and admire the works on display.
Tidewater Tattoo –
106 W. Main St.
Stop in and say Hi to Rob and the rest of the crew and check out the amazing talents these artists possess!
