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Shop Local Our priority is the vitality and economic welfare of our community.
Downtown Chestertown Association (DCA) is a non-profit organization dedicated to promoting businesses and professional services in and around Chestertown through activities that encourage residents and tourists to visit and shop locally. As a member-based association, DCA is committed to providing current and prospective businesses with marketing opportunities in traditional formats as well as through social media platforms. Additional member benefits include featured listings on the DCA website, representation at town and county meetings and initiatives, networking and other outreach programs.
DCA has greatly shaped how members of our community interact with local businesses by creating 
awareness of the benefits of “Thinking Chestertown First,” as well as organizing and promoting numerous popular events. These initiatives and events, including First Fridays, Crazy Days, and Holiday Celebrations, allow our local businesses to work together while attracting families, tourists and local college students to our shops, galleries, service providers and non-profit organizations.
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Contact Us
P.O. Box 745
Chestertown, MD 21620
downtownchestertown@gmail.com
DCA President
Al Cassinelli
Owner: Bad Alfred’s
DCA Vice President
Michelle Timmons
Owner, Houston’s Dockside Emporium
DCA 2nd Vice President
Helen Cowley
Owner: Bee Crafty
DCA Treasurer
Heide Hood
Owner Coco’s Pet Center
DCA Secretary
Kurt Douglass
Owner: Bespoke Chocolate
DCA Immediate Past President
Andy Goddard