Nov
5
3:00 PM15:00
Events
Nov
6
10:00 AM10:00
Nov
7
3:00 PM15:00
Paint & Sip: Twilight in the Pines
Free community event! Must be 18+ to participate, All materials provided, Limited to 16 seats. Email Maura Davis at littlemcd1984@gmail.com to reserve your spot today!
Nov
18
1:00 PM13:00
Art Challenge with Carole Campbell
It's Art Challenge time! We will be working in the library meeting room, more details to follow soon. Hope to see you there!
Dec
5
11:00 AM11:00
Holiday Luncheon and White Elephant Gift Exchange
Join us to catch up with old members and welcome new ones. Guests are welcome; just add their gifts to your total. You may win a great prize or get an elephant!
Date: Saturday, Dec 5, 2026. Arrive 11:00 am, lunch at 11:30
Place: Off the Rails, 18497 Dunne Ave, Parksley, VA 23421
Cost: $26 per person (buffet, with gluten-free options; dessert; soft drinks, coffee, tea and water included; cash bar)
Menu: Salad, charcuterie board, pasta (Alfredo or marinara), grilled chicken, rosemary potatoes, broccoli, rolls, and macarons and fruit for dessert.
Reserve by Tuesday, Nov 19: Please fill out the RSVP form and send a check payable to ESAL to Dottie Troxler, P.O. Box 1144, Chincoteague, VA 23336.
Oct
22
10:00 AM10:00
Sep
25
10:00 AM10:00
ESYCC Exhibit Change
Drop off submitted work 10:00 - 11:00AM.
Pick up curated work 2:00 - 4:00PM.
Sep
23
12:59 PM12:59
Sep
18
10:00 AM10:00
Sep
16
10:00 AM10:00
Jul
8
10:00 AM10:00
Jun
17
5:00 PM17:00
Meet the Artists Reception at ESYCC
View the current ESAL exhibit and meet participating artists at the Eastern Shore Yacht & Country Club. Free event with wine tastings available for purchase.
Jun
11
1:00 PM13:00
Paint the Shore @ Onancock Town Wharf
Join artists at the Onancock Wharf for a plein air painting event and the welcoming of the Lady Maryland into the marina. Limited lunch reservations at Mallards at 1:00pm are available. Contact Susan Stark sstark@sonic.net to reserve your seat. The Lady Maryland and Onancock Kayak Flotilla is scheduled to arrive at Onancock Wharf at 3:00pm.
May
30
11:00 AM11:00
Blooms & Brushes Garden Tour and Party Fundraiser
This event is hosted by the Historic Onancock School and will feature several members! Please consider attending and supporting the home of the ESAL Studio and Gallery space.
May
26
1:00 PM13:00
ESAL Stitches Together
Monthly meet-ups (on the 4th Tuesday) for all levels interested in the woven arts.
May
13
10:00 AM10:00
Paint the Shore: Brownsville Nature Preserve
Paint or sketch at your own pace, and spend time creating alongside fellow ESAL members outdoors.
May
8
10:00 AM10:00
ESYCC Exhibit Change
Drop off submitted work 10:00 - 11:00AM.
Pick up curated work 2:00 - 4:00PM.
May
1
10:00 AM10:00
Apr
29
1:00 PM13:00
Art Challenge with Carole Campbell
It's Art Challenge time! Please bring an existing artwork you are willing to reimagine. It can be a complete or unfinished piece, but you must be open to changing it. We will be working in the library meeting room. Hope to see you there!
Apr
28
1:00 PM13:00
ESAL - Stitches Together
ESAL Stitches Together
Knit, cross-stitch, crochet, sew - whatever… bring a project to work on. Tuesday, April 28, 1:00-3:00pm at the Eastern Shore Public Library in Parksley. Meet in the open area by the kids’ books with the comfy chairs. All skill levels are welcome.
Apr
22
10:00 AM10:00
Paint the Shore: Eyre Hall
Capture the beauty of one of the Eastern Shore’s most complete colonial homes and its gardens.
Apr
18
2:00 PM14:00
Children’s Art Class: Painting Pots & Planting Seeds
The Eastern Shore Art League is hosting a free children's art event on Saturday, April 18, 2026. Bringing together art and nature, each child will create and take home a unique painted pot with planted seeds. Led by local artist Jessica Kendrick. Class will meet at St. George's Church in Pungoteague.
Apr
10
10:00 AM10:00
Apr
10
12:00 AM00:00
Becky Rootes Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline
Two $2000.00 scholarships will be awarded annually, in 2-D visual art, and 3-D visual art to applicants who meet the criteria.
Applications must be postmarked before or no later than April 10, 2026
Mar
25
1:00 PM13:00
Art Challenge with Carole Campbell
It's Art Challenge time! Please bring a black & white photo reference along with your preferred media and materials. We will be working in the library meeting room, so we kindly ask that everyone bring a drop cloth to help keep the space tidy. Hope to see you there!
Mar
24
1:00 PM13:00
ESAL Stitches Together
Monthly meet-ups (on the 4th Tuesday) for all levels interested in the woven arts.
Mar
21
10:45 AM10:45
Children’s Art: Painting Bird Houses
Led by Jessica Kendrick, open to children ages 5–10. Ten spots available, RSVP to Maura Davis at littlemcd1984@gmail.com
Mar
18
11:00 AM11:00
Paint the Shore - Turner Gallery & Foundry
Unique opportunity to paint, sketch, and photograph the exhibition space and foundry of William H. Turner and David H. Turner. This free gathering is open to members and their invited guests—no registration required.
Mar
6
10:00 AM10:00
Feb
11
10:00 AM10:00
Sketch Out @ Ker Place
To help preserve the space, please no acrylic or oil paints. Drawing, photography, and watercolor (with a drop cloth) are warmly encouraged.
Feb
6
10:00 AM10:00
Jan
27
1:00 PM13:00
ESAL Stitches Together
Learn basic embellishment techniques for clothing or home goods, with all supplies provided and no experience needed. Led by Catherine Britton. Space is limited to 15—email gtcebritt@verizon.net to reserve your spot. Free and open to the public.
Jan
24
2:00 PM14:00
Jan
23
10:00 AM10:00
Jan
21
1:00 PM13:00