Snow Hill, MD- The Somerset, Wicomico and Worcester County Health Departments will host Lights In The Night on October 24, 2026 from 5:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. at WinterPlace Park (6737 Blue Ribbon Road, Salisbury, MD 21804).
Annually, families, friends, survivors, and the community gather to foster awareness and support, reminding everyone that there should be no shame associated with getting help. We offer a safe space for the public to grieve and to help the wider community grasp the impact of losing someone to suicide has on our society.
The event will feature a memorial wall. If you would like to share your friend or loved one and a message in remembrance to be displayed at this year’s event and yearly thereafter, please visit this link: Lights In The Night~Memorial Wall
The evening is dedicated to remembering those lost to suicide while supporting families and those striving for mental wellness. Yearly we come together to break the silence and shatter stigma surrounding this devastating issue. Join us to hear conversations to inspire others and demonstrate our commitment to helping our community. Everyone is welcome to join this free family-friendly event where we offer support, build up our community, and fight against the shame that can come with suicide and those intrusive thoughts. The evening will include, but is not limited to:
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Stories from family members who have lost loved ones and persons with lived experience
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A dance performance by Salisbury Dance Academy
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Access to crisis, support and grief resources
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A walk to honor those lost and still struggling, candle vigil and sharing circle
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Complimentary glow items and refreshments
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A candlelight vigil and time of remembrance will conclude the evening around 7:00 p.m.
For additional information about the event at WinterPlace Park, call Jessica Taylor at 410-543-6981 or email
A Huge THANK YOU to our sponsor for making this event possible: Elks Salisbury 817, as well as a shoutout to our food vendor Playa Bowls for partnering with us.
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If you or someone you love is struggling with being emotionally well or want help for a mental health diagnosis, and need to talk…
You are not alone: please call, text or chat online the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline: We are here to listen and help with problems like stress, depression, anxiety, or drug and alcohol use for you or a loved one. It is free and confidential. Please visit 988lifeline.org for more information or resources to help you or a loved one.
Call 911 if there is an immediate, life threatening risk to you or someone else.
For resources in the tri-county area visit this link: Tri-County Resource Guide
Somerset County- Visit somersethealth.org for more resources.
Wicomico County- Visit wicomicohealth.org for more resources.
Worcester County- Visit WorcesterHealth.org for more resources.