
Relax and reconnect with those who share your passion for a better Eastern Shore. You don’t have to be member. Everyone is welcome.
The evening includes an optional dinner buffet at 6PM. A free program follows at 7PM including sought-after speaker Marc Steiner along with recognition and farewell to long time Shore volunteer Jack Ordeman.

Peabody Award-Winner Marc Steiner of the Center for Emerging Media. Marc will present a thoughtful discussion on Environmental Justice. Beyond Tree Hugging: Communities Can Control Their Future.
For over 20-years, his popular radio show The Marc Steiner Show, “Provocative Talk, Intelligent Discussion” has never shied away from grappling with the tough issues of the day. Since 1993, his has continued to bring the voices of all stakeholders to the airwaves – acknowledging that an informed listenership is critical to a true democracy and trusting that educated listeners are capable of making their own decisions on issues that affect them.
In 2007, CEM and Marc Steiner were awarded the prestigious George F. Peabody Award for excellence in broadcast journalism, for the series Just Words. Just Words was a weekly documentary feature series that gave voice to marginalized people-low wage workers, recovering addicts, the homeless, and more.
The SUZANNE WESCOAT AWARD for exemplary service to the community will be presented to Jack Ordeman. Jack has selflessly served the Eastern Shore people for decades. He is the past president of CBES, Virginia Eastern Shorekeeper, Exmore Rotary Club, and ESO Arts Center. Please help honor Jack and wish him and his wife Mary a fond farewell as they move to Maryland.
Optional ISLAND HOUSE DINNER BUFFET is at 6PM overlooking the Shore’s seaside beauty. Purchase Dinner Tickets by April 21.
ISLAND HOUSE BUFFET:
Island House Crab Cakes, Sautéed Breast of Chicken Marsala, Tossed Salad, Chef’s Redskin Potatoes, Seasonal Roasted Vegetables, Classic Cheesecake with Chocolate Sauce with your choice of ice tea, soda, and coffee.$31.64. *Includes Tax & Gratuity. [CBES does not receive funds from this meal]
No ticket is needed for free program. Just come at 7PM!
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or contact CBES at info@cbes.org, 757-678-7157

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