Tilghman’s boat parade, tree lighting is Dec. 14

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On Sat., Dec. 14, Phillips Wharf Environmental Center in Tilghman Island, Md. will host its annual Great Crab Pot Tree Lighting at 6:30pm., followed by a lighted boat parade on Knapps Narrows beginning at 7pm. The evening also includes a cocktail reception at 5:30pm at Character’s Bridge Restaurant, and visits with Santa from 5:30 – 6:30 at Phillips Wharf, with hot cocoa and cookies served, followed by a live auction benefiting the Tilghman Island Volunteer Fire Department.

On Sat., Dec, 14, the residents and businesses of Tilghman Island invite the public to an evening of cocktails and Santa visits, before the annual Great Crab Pot Tree Lighting ceremony and Lighted Boat Parade at Knapps Narrows.

The event kicks off at Character's Bridge Restaurant with a cocktail party at 5:30 p.m. Then, Santa will be on Tilghman Island from 5:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. in the Phillips Wharf classroom to greet guests while they enjoy hot cocoa and cookies.

The Great Crab Pot Tree Lighting takes place at 6:30 p.m. at Phillips Wharf Environmental Center, followed by the lighted, Knapps Narrows boat parade beginning at 7:00 p.m. Guests are encouraged to bring their own chairs, with free parking and space for parade spectators at Phillips Wharf.

Immediately after the boat parade will be a live auction and awards ceremony at Character's Bridge Restaurant, with auction proceeds benefiting the Tilghman Island Volunteer Fire Department. Auction items include an original painting by a local artist, a custom oyster knife, NFL tickets, and more.

“This has become a highlight of the Christmas season for the island,” explained Kelley Phillips Cox, executive director of Phillips Wharf Environmental Center, the organization that started the Great Crab Pot Tree celebration. The event is made possible by a committee of community members working together to create a fun event for all ages. “While it’s a local tradition, we welcome everyone to come enjoy the beauty of the season.

“And, we’ve coordinated our date this year with Christmas in St. Michaels, to give people more reasons to enjoy all of the Bay Hundred area this holiday season.”

Phillips Wharf Environmental Center's mission is to encourage, educate, and engage Chesapeake Bay stewards of all ages through interactive experiences showcasing the Bay's ecosystem and its inhabitants. For more information, visit www.phillipswharf.org.