Remembering Barth: Cambridge Celebrates Barth View of Eastern Shore
Cambridge finally recognized native son John Barth on June 12, 2010, at a ceremony in front of the County Library. The T-shirt photo quotes an essay Barth wrote about growing up on the Eastern Shore.
Remembering Barth: In Praise of John Barth by Robert Day
This introduction in 2011 by the late Robert Day, writer and professor at Washington College, of his friend and fellow author John Barth has special meaning as the Spy notes his passing on Tuesday of one of Cambridge’s truly great native sons and America’s literary treasures. Our guest tonight has 1,810,000 references on Professor Google’s […]
Moo Turns 20 Years Old: A Chat with Entrepreneur Francoise Sullivan
[youtube id=”6niwTLlTjH0 When I first started the Spy in 2009, two local businesses had recently turned 20 years worthy of note. One was Carla Massoni’s highly regarded art gallery, and the other was Andy Goddard’s beloved Andy’s, where the Retriever bar now stands. At the time, I thought twenty years was almost a lifetime, and […]
Look for the Force in the Rearview Mirror by Al Sikes
Good is possible. We salute it, sing about it. It is called the United States of America. Perfect is not possible. Full stop! “Our way or the highway?” In America, happily, the highway is the next election. Not banishment. So here we are facing seven months to choose the next President. The 2024 election campaign […]
The Trump Melt-Down Continues by J.E. Dean
I was overcome by nausea when the news broke that Donald Trump had spent Easter writing 77 posts to his social media platform. Easter is supposed to be a time of reflection and happiness. It has a special meaning for Christians, but even non-believers celebrate the holiday. It marks the beginning of Spring, a time […]
MD House Fiscal Leader Can’t Rule Out Extended Session on Budget
The chair of the House Appropriations Committee said Tuesday he is not foreclosing on an extended legislative session as a disagreement with the Senate continues over a $1.2 billion tax and gaming package. Both sides are scheduled to meet Wednesday afternoon though little if any headway appears to have been made. “I think the ball […]
On Design By Jenn Martella: Chapel Cove Contemporary
The highly desirable neighborhood of Northbend off St. Michaels Rd. is a blend of old and new. The “old” is the distinguished three story original house, “North Bend”, that was built in the mid-nineteenth century on a large tract of land along Chapel Cove that leads to the Miles River. The “new” are […]
Habitat Choptank Receives $450,000 Funding for Camper Street Neighborhood Project
Habitat for Humanity Choptank is one of 26 organizations on the Eastern Shore of Maryland to receive direct federal resources for projects as a result of efforts by U.S. Senators Chris Van Hollen and Ben Cardin. On March 14, 2024, President Biden signed into law $32.5 million dollars in federal funding for the projects put […]
“Her Helm” Author Kristin Rutkowski to Lead Panel Discussion April 6th at Sultana’s Lawrence Preserve
On Saturday, April 6, the Sultana Education Foundation will host a panel discussion led by author and photographer Kristin Rutkowski, who will discuss her recent book and photography exhibit, “Her Helm.” Rutkowski will be joined by a panel of captains highlighted in “Her Helm,” including Annie Richards, Abigail Robson, Nancy Robson, and the schooner SULTANA’s […]
Outdoor Fun Planned for Adkins Arboretum’s Earth Day Celebration
A full day of outdoor fun is planned for Adkins Arboretum’s Earth Day Adkins event on Sat., April 20. The event runs from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The rain date is Sunday, April 21, noon to 4 p.m. The whole family is invited for a native plant sale, tree giveaways (while supplies last), dip […]