St. Michaels Community Center
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| Trish Payne Executive Director |
| P. O. Box 354 103 Railroad Avenue St. Michaels, MD 21663 Office: 410-745-6073 Youth Programs: 410-745-5102 Treasure Cove: 410-745-0669 |
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| Many of our programs are also partially funded by the Talbot Family Network and other donors as listed below |
| We always welcome VOLUNTEERS ! If you'd like to join our "family", give us a call at 410-745-6073 or stop in to see us ! |
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| Email address: trish@stmichaelscc.org |
| Thank you EVERYONE for your friendship and your generous support ! |
| In loving memory of Avery Monique Bechtel March 27, 1998 - August 15, 2011 |
| Artists, Sue Stockman and Bobby Malzone work with SMCC after school kids to create a mosaic memorial in depicting a friendship circle of love in honor of Avery Bechtel |
| At SMCC on Thursdays after school, any child interested in learning about starting a garden, planting seeds, tending the garden beds, harvesting the bounty and recipes to make meals with what we've grown is welcome to join anytime for free! Call Trish at 410-745-6073 |
| The Garden Committee of St. Michaels Community Center, under the leadership of Laurie Pratt,r worked diligently for nearly two years to achieve the goal of building a truly community garden in St. Michaels. With the help of so many, such as Jerry Leonard, Jack Shannahan, Frank Hopkinson, Roger Clark, The Rotary Club of St. Michaels, Christmas in St. Michaels, Master Gardners, Volunteers from Habitat for Humanity, Water Boys for Jesus, The Boy Scouts, The Town of St. Michaels and much more, a wonderfully beautiful space has been created to grow food, friendships and community. |
| Reverand Johnson officially opening the SMCC Community Garden |
| Hours Open Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday & Saturday, 10 am - 3 pm Location at 933 S. Talbot Street, St. Michaels This quaint resale shop is staffed by community volunteers. Newcomers are always welcome to join us. The Treasure Cove is always in need of clean, in season, clothing, gently used furniture and usable household goods. We generally do not accept large appliances but will take your name and number in case we have a family in need. Every penny we earn from your donations goes towards underwriting the programs and operating expenses of the St. Michaels Community Center. SMCC strives to meet the unfilled needs of our community by providing low-cost merchandise that goes back into our community. Please call 410-745-6073 if you'd like to volunteer your time or make a donation. Thanks for your support ! |
| Chuck Shenk with kids |
The green tomatoes are piled by the big tree, the green beans have been stripped from all the gardens and there is not a gardener in sight. The mystery of the garden thief is quickly solved by observant neighbors. It appears that the deer
prefer the green beans and the squirrels have a preference for green tomatoes. The St. Michaels Community Garden is apparently a community garden in every sense of the word.
What comes to mind first when you think of a Community Garden: produce or community? Well, you will find an ample supply of both at the St. Michaels Community Garden. This grass roots project is a perfect example of folks building
something from scratch with the help of the whole community. In June of 2010, the Garden Planning Committee began meeting under the auspices of the St. Michaels Community Center. The committee grew to encompass volunteers
who shared their goal of a community garden. Inspired by the leadership of St. Michaels resident Laurie Pratt, the group worked diligently to bring this garden to fruition. When asked for his view of the garden Pratt replied, “By all accounts,
we are off to an enthusiastically successful first year. Surpassing the expectations of many, this year’s experience should make next year even better.”
Local groups such as the St. Michaels Rotary Club, Christmas in St. Michaels, Miller Electric, Bartlett Tree, Shanahan Wells, Jerry Leonard, Eagle Scout Lamont Brickhouse, Boy Scout Troop 741, the Thursday crew of Habitat for Humanity,
and the Easton Water Boys have all been generous with their time and labor. Horticulturist Roger Galvin created the original garden design and resident Frank Hopkinson created a template for the beds and built ten of them himself. Karin
Simmons at Bay Hundred Botanicals donated pepper and lettuce seedlings and Carol Bean from Pot Pie Farm donated lettuce seedlings. The St. Michaels Commissioners and the St. Michaels Community Center provided enthusiastic
support for the project.
The 40 beds were made available to rent for $5.00 each per year. Interested gardeners could pick up an application at the St. Michaels Community Center and now those 40 beds are bursting at the seams with a variety of fresh produce.
There are tomatoes, lettuce, beets, peas, carrots, zucchini, cucumbers, radishes, and more, with the corresponding gardeners a perfect picture of the local community. There are children from Critchlow Atkins Day Care center who tend
their beds regularly , which often requires on the spot tasting, just to make sure things are ripe. There are Master Gardeners who are generous with advice for the beginning gardeners. Seniors, teens and all ages in between are meeting
new people and learning from each other while they water, weed and harvest their crops.
Aside from community involvement, educating new gardeners in Bay Wise gardening methods has been an important goal of the project. Along with learning sustainable, environmentally friendly practices, people have enjoyed making
their beds uniquely their own with a variety of garden art. There is a garden pig, flamingos, a bird cage, statues, scare crows and more.
The garden is not only for individuals to enjoy, but also offers another source of nutritious food for those in need. Reverend Emanuel Johnson and members of Union United Methodist Church share their crop with members of the
community and excess produce is donated by the gardeners to the St. Michaels Food Bank and the St. Michaels Community Center.
While bringing pleasure to many, the garden has become a very popular tourist spot in town; everyone brings visitors to witness the new and bustling sight. Locals pack a lunch and sit on the benches enjoying the beauty of this lovely
oasis. Gardener Mala Burt offered this observation when asked about her experience as a member of the Community Garden: “I planted the first seeds in my garden on March 19th and we were eating French Breakfast radishes a month
later. I planted sugar snap peas at one end of my bed because I wanted the children from the daycare to be able to pick them and taste how sweet a raw pea can be. I love meeting people at the community garden as we water and weed
and compare notes about what is doing well and what was not successful.”
The garden provides a vital space where local residents can learn gardening practices and at the same time turn a vacant lot into a vibrant space where people gather to work together and socialize.
The Community Garden is located beside the St. Michaels branch of Talbot County Free Library at 106 Fremont Street. For info: contact Val Kenn Gray at 410 745-2418, or Trish Payne at St. Michaels Community Center at 410 745-6073.
prefer the green beans and the squirrels have a preference for green tomatoes. The St. Michaels Community Garden is apparently a community garden in every sense of the word.
What comes to mind first when you think of a Community Garden: produce or community? Well, you will find an ample supply of both at the St. Michaels Community Garden. This grass roots project is a perfect example of folks building
something from scratch with the help of the whole community. In June of 2010, the Garden Planning Committee began meeting under the auspices of the St. Michaels Community Center. The committee grew to encompass volunteers
who shared their goal of a community garden. Inspired by the leadership of St. Michaels resident Laurie Pratt, the group worked diligently to bring this garden to fruition. When asked for his view of the garden Pratt replied, “By all accounts,
we are off to an enthusiastically successful first year. Surpassing the expectations of many, this year’s experience should make next year even better.”
Local groups such as the St. Michaels Rotary Club, Christmas in St. Michaels, Miller Electric, Bartlett Tree, Shanahan Wells, Jerry Leonard, Eagle Scout Lamont Brickhouse, Boy Scout Troop 741, the Thursday crew of Habitat for Humanity,
and the Easton Water Boys have all been generous with their time and labor. Horticulturist Roger Galvin created the original garden design and resident Frank Hopkinson created a template for the beds and built ten of them himself. Karin
Simmons at Bay Hundred Botanicals donated pepper and lettuce seedlings and Carol Bean from Pot Pie Farm donated lettuce seedlings. The St. Michaels Commissioners and the St. Michaels Community Center provided enthusiastic
support for the project.
The 40 beds were made available to rent for $5.00 each per year. Interested gardeners could pick up an application at the St. Michaels Community Center and now those 40 beds are bursting at the seams with a variety of fresh produce.
There are tomatoes, lettuce, beets, peas, carrots, zucchini, cucumbers, radishes, and more, with the corresponding gardeners a perfect picture of the local community. There are children from Critchlow Atkins Day Care center who tend
their beds regularly , which often requires on the spot tasting, just to make sure things are ripe. There are Master Gardeners who are generous with advice for the beginning gardeners. Seniors, teens and all ages in between are meeting
new people and learning from each other while they water, weed and harvest their crops.
Aside from community involvement, educating new gardeners in Bay Wise gardening methods has been an important goal of the project. Along with learning sustainable, environmentally friendly practices, people have enjoyed making
their beds uniquely their own with a variety of garden art. There is a garden pig, flamingos, a bird cage, statues, scare crows and more.
The garden is not only for individuals to enjoy, but also offers another source of nutritious food for those in need. Reverend Emanuel Johnson and members of Union United Methodist Church share their crop with members of the
community and excess produce is donated by the gardeners to the St. Michaels Food Bank and the St. Michaels Community Center.
While bringing pleasure to many, the garden has become a very popular tourist spot in town; everyone brings visitors to witness the new and bustling sight. Locals pack a lunch and sit on the benches enjoying the beauty of this lovely
oasis. Gardener Mala Burt offered this observation when asked about her experience as a member of the Community Garden: “I planted the first seeds in my garden on March 19th and we were eating French Breakfast radishes a month
later. I planted sugar snap peas at one end of my bed because I wanted the children from the daycare to be able to pick them and taste how sweet a raw pea can be. I love meeting people at the community garden as we water and weed
and compare notes about what is doing well and what was not successful.”
The garden provides a vital space where local residents can learn gardening practices and at the same time turn a vacant lot into a vibrant space where people gather to work together and socialize.
The Community Garden is located beside the St. Michaels branch of Talbot County Free Library at 106 Fremont Street. For info: contact Val Kenn Gray at 410 745-2418, or Trish Payne at St. Michaels Community Center at 410 745-6073.
| had this to say....on Thursday, August 16, 2012 |
| Senior Activities Every Wednesday - Chair Yoga, Free 9:30 - 10:30 at the Housing Authority on Dobson Ave. CONTINUING at St. Michaels Community Center Wednesdays - Luncheon and Program 10:30 - 12:30 No charge but donations encouraged, all are welcome 1st Wednesday of each month - Bingo 2nd Wednesday of each month - Super Noggins 3rd Wednesday - Art Class with Shirley Sallett 4th and 5th Wednesdays - Speakers or Games |
| To take a little tour of the St. MIchaels Community Center and to find out more about what we do....Click Here What is SMCC all about??? |
| Chief Tony Smith of the SMPD teamed up with Trish Payne of SMCC and through the S.M.Y.L.E. (St. Michaels Youth and Law Enforcement) took eight children and their parents to the Wilderness Presidential Resort in Spotsylvania, VA over a the long Easter holiday weekend. A reward program was intiated that allowed children to earn the opportunity to go with their families to the resort by completing community service projects or participating in drug and alcohol prevention classes. Chief Smith and Trish Payne intend to offer 3 - 4 trips per year to alternating groups of local children and their families. To see all the fun click on the link below SMPD & SMCC, our 1st trip to Wilderness Resort, Spotsylvania, VA |
| First Camp Wilderness Resort Trip with Chief Tony Smith |
| Frequently throughout the year, SMCC and S.M.Y.L.E. provide community service opportunities and/or drug/alcohol abuse prevention programs to the youth and families of our community. The community service activities often help our neighbor non-profits or the Town of St. MIchaels and instill a sense of accomplishment and pride. Young participants earn eligibility to join SMCC and (sometimes representatives of S.M.Y.L.E). on a weekend camp trip to the Wilderness Presidential Resort in Spotsyvania (wpresort.com). Call Trish at 410-745-6073 to learn how to join us! |
| SMCC and S.M.Y.L.E. join forces to inspire youth to "Give Back to the Community" click here to find out more: "Community Give Back" |
The Green Team
at Pickering Creek
at Pickering Creek
| On October 10, the Jr. Gardeners used vegetables and herbs from our Community Garden beds and learned to make spaghetti sauce from scratch. It was SOOOOO good! |
BEFORE
AFTER
The Green Team
| The Treasure Cove Thrift Store |
| NEW PROGRAMS Every Mon. & Weds. from 3:30 - 4;30 ZUMBA at the St. Michaels Housing Authority Community Room on Dodson Ave., St. Michaels FREE Every Wednesday at the Community Center FUN WII BOWLING for Seniors from 12:30 - 1:30 pm All welcome, no fee |
| Or call Pam or Amy at 410-745-5102 First Come, First Served |
| Family Wilderness Weekend May 2014 |
| Click here to view the fun! Family Wilderness Weekend May 2014 |
| SUMMER ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS AVAILABLE NOW!!! Click here for Elementary Ages Summer Camps for Kids K- 5th Click here for Middle School Ages Summer Camps for Middle Schoolers |
| Click here for a printable Summer Concert Schedule Summer Concerts 2014 |
Click here for printable copy of Talent "For Shore"
| Neighborhood BLOCK PARTY!!! Saturday, June 28th, Fremont St. & Railroad Avenue Help us wish Reverand Johnson well on his next mission! EVERYONE WELCOME 11 - 3 DJ Randy, Great Food, Games & Friendship |
| NEW SERIES OF CLASSES BEGIN! In an effort to preserve cultural heritage and protect our forebearer's skills and talents, SMCC is launching a "Mentor Series" of classes that will offer new generations the opportunity to learn from masters of their crafts. Family participation is strongly encouraged. Our first class in this series will be the SMCC DECOY CARVERS taught by Professional Carver, Larry Parker of St. Michaels. This class is open to anyone 18 and older who has an interest in learning or improving their decoy carving skills. The group will meet on Thursdays, Fridays and Saturdays from 9 - Noon at the St. Michaels Community Center beginning July 3, 2014 and will continue weekly. The cost of $20 per project will include wood, professional instruction, use of carving tools, paints, brushes and mounts. Please call 410-745-6073 for more information or to reserve your spot. Drop ins are welcome anytime! Enjoy as much or as little as you want. If you have a skill or talent you'd like to pass on to future generations, we'd welcome the opportunity to help you share it! |
| The CHESS CLUB is open to anyone, novice to pro, every 2nd and 4th Wednesday of the month at the St. Michaels Community Center from 1 - 3 pm. No Charge, just fun and friendship! Call 410-745-6073 for more information. TENNIS PLAYERS (moderate to intermediate) are encouraged to join other players on Tuesday and Thursday mornings at the St. Michaels High School tennis courts at 8 am. Everyone welcome, no charge, just show up for fun. Call 410-745-9589 for more information. |
| 6th Annual SMCC Tea and Fashion Show at the Inn at Perry Cabin On June 8, the Inn at Perry Cabin hosted the St. Michaels Community Center's 6th Annual Tea, Fashion Show and Silent Auction. Over 100 guests enjoyed an elegant afternoon tea with sparkling wine and a buffet of scones, sandwiches and sweets which were generously provided by the Inn at Perry Cabin. A Fashion Show featured clothing from the Chesapeake Bay Outfitters, Charisma, Chesapeake Trading Company, Knotty Living and the Treasure Cove Thrift Store. A Silent Auction included items from the following local businesses: Five Gables Inn & Spa, Inn at Perry Cabin Linden Spa, Barbed Wired Designs, Shore Fit, Come By Chance, Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, Jan Kirsh, A Wish Called Wanda, Higgins & Spencer, Simpatico, St. Michaels Winery, Mike & Eric's Front Street Restaurant, Marcoritaville, Oliven's, Justine's Ice Cream, Lyons Distillery, Selina II, Shore Pedal and Paddle Kayaks. Twenty-five guests were given a tour of the Perry Cabin gardens led by Joanne Effinger. Curt Heavey provided beautiful classical guitar music throughout the event. The St. Michaels Community Center strives to meet the unmet needs of the Bay Hundred community. Proceeds from this event will support the SMCC programs which include free luncheons and activities for seniors, free holiday dinners, clothing drives, after school programs and summer camps for children. To learn more about SMCC, visit our website at www.stmichaelscc.org or call 410-745-6073. |
SMCC Vice President Karen Shook introducing IPC General Manager, Hein
Olckers, Events Coordinator, Tisha Schefele and Ground Steward, Joanne
Effinger. Below: a few of the luscious treats provided by Inn at Perry Cabin.
Olckers, Events Coordinator, Tisha Schefele and Ground Steward, Joanne
Effinger. Below: a few of the luscious treats provided by Inn at Perry Cabin.
| Fashions were presented by models from Charisma, Chesapeake Trading, Chesapeake Bay Outfitters, Knotty Living and The Treasure Cove. |
| Sparrow Rogers and SMCC Director, Trish Payne |