Join the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce & Essex Community Development Corporation (Essex CDC) for an afternoon packed with great food, live music, and fun—all for a great cause! 📅 Saturday, May 30, 2026⏰ 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM (rain or shine)📍 Conrad’s Ruth Villa3301 Edwards Lane, Baltimore, MD 🎶 Live music by Swamp Donkey🎟️ Raffles, wheels & auctions🎁 Now accepting prize donations & giveaways! 🍽️ Enjoy a delicious menu featuring:Steamed crabs, pit beef, pit ham, pit turkey, BBQ, Maryland crab soup, hot dogs, salads, desserts & more! 🥤 Beverages included: soda, iced tea, lemonade, water, wine & beer🍹 Signature drinks available for purchase 💲 $80 per person👥 Tables of 6 available – grab your crew! 👉 Register now: www.chesapeakechamber.org/event-6622417 All proceeds benefit community & outreach initiatives of the Chamber and Essex CDC ❤️

☕ Coffee & Conversation Happy Hour - June 2026 🍹 Join us for an evening of Coffee & Conversation hosted in partnership with the Chesapeake Gateway Chamber of Commerce! This happy hour gathering is a great opportunity for commercial property owners, business owners and operators, and community leaders who have an interest in Essex to connect and share ideas. 📅 Thursday, June 18, 2026⏰ 5:00 - 7:00 PM📍 Yoga Mouth Collective431 Eastern Blvd., Suite 209–213Essex, MD 21221 Enjoy food, drinks, conversation, and community while networking with others who care about the future of Essex. 📌 RSVP by Wednesday, June 17📞 Call or Text: 443-579-7974📧 Email: alison.maxwell@essexcdc.org🔗 Visit: www.chesapeakechamber.org/event-6550944 Please check the Essex CDC Facebook page for any event updates. We hope to see you there!

☕ July Coffee & Conversation – EssexJoin us for a morning of connection, collaboration, and community! Whether you're a commercial property owner, business owner/operator, or community leader with an interest in Essex-this is a great opportunity to network and share ideas. 📅 Thursday, July 16⏰ 9:00 – 10:30 AM📍 The Comfy Cup25 Eastern Blvd., Suite 98B, Essex, MD ✨ Enjoy coffee, conversation, and meaningful connections with others invested in Essex’s growth. 📌 RSVP by Wednesday, July 15📞 Call/Text: 443-579-7974📧 Email: alison.maxwell@essexcdc.org🔗 https://www.chesapeakechamber.org/event-6550952 👉 Be sure to check the Essex CDC Facebook page for any updates!

🍹 Coffee & Conversation: Happy Hour Edition – Essex Let’s connect after hours! Join us for an evening of networking, conversation, and community with fellow business owners, property owners, and local leaders who care about Essex. 📅 Thursday, August 20, 2026⏰ 5:00 – 7:00 PM📍 Weaver’s Marine Service730 Riverside Dr., Essex, MD ✨ Enjoy drinks, great company, and meaningful connections in a relaxed, happy hour setting. 📌 RSVP by Wednesday, August 19📞 Call/Text: 443-579-7974📧 Email: alison.maxwell@essexcdc.org🔗 https://www.chesapeakechamber.org/event-6550958 👉 Be sure to check the Essex CDC Facebook page for any updates!