Attraction Magazine

11/01/2025

Douglas Hanks, Jr. published a wonderful little history book in 1975 called Tales of Sharp’s Island. Many of these stories were told to him by his great-grandmother, Margaret Parsons.

By Cathy Schmidt, Jeff Fears, and Nancy Howard Bill and Sara Benson were close cousins of my family who lived up the street from us. Throughout their lives they enriched those who surrounded them w…

10/30/2025

Due to circumstances out of our control at the press, the November issue will be slightly delayed. We hope to begin delivery on Saturday, but more likely Monday. In the meantime, you can read the entire issue on attractionmag.com!

10/24/2025

We are busy clearing “The Biggie” for print. Our November issue featuring coverage of the Waterfowl Festival will be out in a week! 🦆🐕🍁🐟🦅

10/15/2025

Loosely based on her own summers in Oxford, Cathy wanted to capture the waterman’s town of the 1970s since it is an era not thoroughly written about yet. In her view, the 1970s was the tipping point when the working watermen’s town began its transformation into a popular weekend retreat.

Of all the books to write, why write this one? For Cathy Schmidt, it was an easy choice. She writes to preserve what once was. “Simply put, I wrote this book because I love the Eastern Shore,” she …

10/06/2025

Between now and the end of the year, TCFL will be holding a number of celebratory events in honor of connecting the community for 100 years.

By Amelia B. Steward In 1921, Caroline Burnite Walker, an accomplished children’s librarian in Cleveland and Baltimore, returned home to her native Talbot County. Upon arrival, she was dismay…

10/02/2025

10/01/2025

What makes PIC unique is that it is an organization powered by volunteers who directly engage with members. It’s a great way for volunteers to make meaningful connections with older residents in the community while providing essential services to someone in need.

Arlie is 96 years old. He is also, remarkably, still an avid golfer. Only one thing stands between Arlie and the links: a ride to the golf course. Thankfully, Arlie is a member of Partners In Care …

09/26/2025

I can remember the Doug Hanks Real Estate office growing up. It was only two doors down from my house. Doug and my mother would talk quite often over our fence about our shared family history, and sometimes I would listen in. Just maybe those stories nestled deep within me and made me a lover of local history.

The Oxford Cemetery – Original Folks By Cathy Schmidt As promised is the final installment of our walk through Oxford Cemetery to visit with well-known Oxfordians buried there. We pick up our…

09/25/2025

It's delivery day for the October issue! Our cover this month by Patti Lucas Hopkins is giving us all the fall feels and looking forward to some crisp air, apple cider and changing leaves. 🍁🍂🍁 Look for a copy at your favorite locations beginning today and continuing over the weekend!

09/18/2025

September 25 • 1 - 2pm
“Tracing the Goldsboroughs: A Maryland Dynasty & Their Decorative Arts”

Talbot County Free Library, Easton branch • 100 West Dover St.

Visit our online calendar for more events & info! attractionmag.com/events

09/16/2025

The chapter’s formation is due to the dedicated peace advocacy of two local Vietnam-era veterans, Bruce Butler (Navy) and Ben Mauro (Army), both residents of Easton. They, along with other core members, have worked to bring the organization to the Eastern Shore successfully.

The National Veterans for Peace (VFP) has announced the chartering of its newest chapter, Easton VFP Chapter 185. This chapter, officially recognized in May 2025, marks a significant expansion of t…

09/11/2025

“We are absolutely thrilled to feature the work of Richard, Scott, and Robert this month,” said Betty Huang, owner of Studio B Art Gallery. “Each of these artists brings their own unique perspective and style, and together their paintings create an incredible experience for our visitors.”

Studio B Art Gallery invites art lovers to celebrate the work of three acclaimed painters during Easton’s First Friday Gallery Walk on September 5 from 5 to 7 p.m. This month, the gallery proudly p…