EASTON — If you are one of the many who see the first signs of spring — warmer weather, sunshine, birds busy with nest building, earth smelling of April rain — and think it time to freshen up home and garden with new ideas, then help is literally just around the corner.
The 19th annual Chesapeake Home Garden and Craft Expo, sponsored by The Star Democrat, will open Saturday, April 5, and Sunday, April 6, at the Talbot County Community Center on U.S. Route 50.
The Home Expo showcases the newest ideas in home remodeling, new construction, landscaping, pools and home art.
“This year we are excited to expand the show to include a focus on landscaping and spring florals,” said Sherry Plummer, Chesapeake Home Show director. “There will be opportunities to purchase plants on site at the show and master gardeners will be on hand to answer gardening questions. The public also will find an interesting new location for wine and beer tasting with experts on hand to recommend food pairings.”
The show offerings this year have been expanded to include a family focus with activities for children. Easton Fire Department will set up a fire escape room and invite children to practice.
Fresh, gourmet fare including pit beef sandwiches, grilled chicken, artisan cheeses, premium ice cream and more will be available to spice up the experience for show attendees.
The Talbot County Humane Society will be present with cuddly creatures to enjoy. Maryland Health Insurance representatives also will be on hand at the show to answer family and individual insurance questions.
Some of this year’s booths include the latest in green energy solutions, window treatments, decks, patios, interior design, heating and air conditioning, outdoor rooms, flooring and water systems.
Chesapeake Home, Garden and Craft Expo hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $6 per family or $4 per person. A portion of the proceeds from the show will be donated to The Star Democrat Brighter Christmas Fund.
For more information about the Chesapeake Home, Garden and Craft Expo, call 443-786-2070 or visit www.stardem.com.
Main Exhibitors
ADT Security
Advanced Window Technology
Aqua Luminesce
Atlantic Surface Design
Atlantic Tractor
Awnings Concept/
Shore Doors
Bartlett Tree Experts
Bath Fitter
Bay Area Pest
Wildlife Solutions
Bay Country Security
Beltone Lednum
Best Buy Supply
BrightStar
Chesapeake Awnings
Chesapeake Hydrowash
Comfort Air Service
Custom Tile Works
DelaAire LLC
Dr. Enery Saver
Dry Zone
E Water Company
Eastern Shore Mosquito Squad
Foamworks
Green Street Solar
Herl’s Bath and Tile
Home Paramount Pest Control
Hubbards Custom Blinds
Lauer Construction
Leaf Filter North of Maryland
McCready’s Chimney
Mid Atlantic Tire
Mid Atlantic Water Services
Paiges Promotions
Paradise Energy Solutions
Patio Enclosures
Preston Automotive group
Queenstown Bank of Md.
R Brooks and Son
Rio Del Mar Enterprises
RL/Ewing and
Bridges Land Management
Roto Rooter
Service Today
Sharp Water Culligan
Sherwin Williams
Shorecrete Coatings
Slide Lok Garage Interiors
Sparkle Pools
Talbot Bank
Talon Security
The Appliance Source
Total Home Performance
Veridian Energy
Arts Crafts
Carey It Home
Catering by Jaime
Designs by Grear
Earth Origins
Exit Gold Realty
Five Star Home Foods
Interior Style Decorating Studio
Jewelry with Charm
Lamar Bags
Malina Custom Leather
Massaging Insoles
Miche
Needlepoint and Blankets
Quillows by Fran
Real Time Pain Relief Lotion
Seymour’s Sterling
Shell Bond LLC
St. Michaels Winery
Stone and Rose
Sun Drift glass
Talbot Humane
Tidewater Candle LLC
Tomboy Tools
Total Body Wellness
Tower Garden/Juice Plus
Veterinary Medical Center
Wanda’s Wonders
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