(Sept. 8, 2016) Hoping to add some sparkle the town’s Christmas festivities later this year, Berlin will have an all-you-can-eat crab feast in the downtown area on Saturday, Oct. 1 from noon to 5 p.m.
“DJ Big Al Reno,” also known as Tom Sholtis, will emcee the event, which is sponsored by Berlin Main Street, the Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Area Council (LESHC) and Hooper’s Crab House. Funk-Shué will provide live entertainment.
The event will raise money for additional Christmas decorations for the town, according to Berlin Economic and Community Development Director Ivy Wells.
“Tom had the idea when we were looking for fundraisers, because we really want to spruce up the town for Christmas,” Wells said. “He said, ‘How about we do a big crab feast downtown?’ I loved the idea and we pushed forward with it.
“It’s the Eastern Shore. What better way to spend the afternoon than to sit with your friends and family and eat crabs and drink beer?” Wells added.
Tickets are $30 in advance for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, and include all-you-can-eat crabs and corn, provided by Hooper’s. Day-of tickets are $38.
“We work very well with Hooper’s,” Wells said. “They’ve always partnered with us and donated their buses for our events.”
Burley Oak Brewing Company and Fin City Brewing Co. will provide beer at an additional cost, with some of those proceeds benefiting LESHC.
“Hopefully some people that haven’t been to Berlin before will want to come because of the crab feast and get introduced to the town,” Wells said. “Plus, if you’re a local, it’s a great day to be eating crabs without having to clean up the mess – and it’s for two great causes.”
To order tickets by mail, send a check to Town of Berlin, c/o Berlin Crab Feast, 14 South Main Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811.
For more information, call 410-629-1722.
“DJ Big Al Reno,” also known as Tom Sholtis, will emcee the event, which is sponsored by Berlin Main Street, the Lower Eastern Shore Heritage Area Council (LESHC) and Hooper’s Crab House. Funk-Shué will provide live entertainment.
The event will raise money for additional Christmas decorations for the town, according to Berlin Economic and Community Development Director Ivy Wells.
“Tom had the idea when we were looking for fundraisers, because we really want to spruce up the town for Christmas,” Wells said. “He said, ‘How about we do a big crab feast downtown?’ I loved the idea and we pushed forward with it.
“It’s the Eastern Shore. What better way to spend the afternoon than to sit with your friends and family and eat crabs and drink beer?” Wells added.
Tickets are $30 in advance for adults and $25 for children 12 and under, and include all-you-can-eat crabs and corn, provided by Hooper’s. Day-of tickets are $38.
“We work very well with Hooper’s,” Wells said. “They’ve always partnered with us and donated their buses for our events.”
Burley Oak Brewing Company and Fin City Brewing Co. will provide beer at an additional cost, with some of those proceeds benefiting LESHC.
“Hopefully some people that haven’t been to Berlin before will want to come because of the crab feast and get introduced to the town,” Wells said. “Plus, if you’re a local, it’s a great day to be eating crabs without having to clean up the mess – and it’s for two great causes.”
To order tickets by mail, send a check to Town of Berlin, c/o Berlin Crab Feast, 14 South Main Street, Berlin, Maryland 21811.
For more information, call 410-629-1722.