Chestertown Celebrates Independence Day

Old Fashioned Downtown Chestertown Independents' Day Celebration!
Friday July 1
5-8pm
Fountain Park
 An old fashioned Downtown Chestertown July Celebration of Independent businesses! Music, free concessions & giveaways - in conjunction with Downtown Chestertown's First Friday evening.

Also,

Chestertown's 1st Fridays
Friday July 1
5-8pm
Downtown Chestertown
 Meander the red-brick, tree-lined sidewalks of Historic Chestertown, while enjoying extended shop hours and arts and entertainment throughout Downtown. For a list of activities, please check the website calendar for specific listings.
http://www.chestertown.com/

Fireworks schedule for the Eastern Shore July 2011

Greensboro Fireworks
Friday, July 1, 2011 

9:30pm – 10pm

Greensboro Carnival Grounds

 Annual Fireman's Carnival- thru July 2 Carnival Grounds on Sunset Ave in Greensboro. Fireworks Friday July 1, 9:30pm
http://www.greensborovfc.com/

   

Centreville Fireworks

Saturday, July 2, 2011

9pm – 10pm

Centreville, at the field across from Queen Anne's County High School

 Town of Centreville Fireworks Fireworks will be held at dusk (usually around 9pm) at the field across from Queen Anne's County High School. Parking is available at the High School, Middle School, Kennard Elementary and Kennard Athletic field. Rain date is Saturday, July 9.

http://www.qac.org/

  

St. Michaels Fireworks

Saturday, July 2,  2011

9pm – 10pm

St. Michaels, Miles Point Green

 St. Michaels Fireworks; This year's date has been set! It's Saturday July 2 (rain date July 3) at Miles Point Green.

http://www.tourtalbot.org/

  

Rock Hall Fireworks

Sunday, July 3, 2011

9pm – 10pm

Rock Hall Harbor, Maryland

 4th of July Fireworks; Welcome to the best pyrotechnic display on the East Coast. This is a 35-minute show choreographed to patriotic music. It can be viewed from the Bay and from anywhere in Rock Hall Harbor. 9pm, FREE! Rain Date: July 4. For information call Art Willis, 410-778-1342.

http://www.rockhallmd.com/

Oxford Fireworks

Sunday, July 3, 2011 

9pm – 10pm

Oxford, Maryland

 Sunday, July 3 - Oxford Fireworks at Dusk! You won’t want to miss the Oxford Fireworks over the Tred Avon River for the 4th! The event begins at dusk. Best place for viewing—The Strand.

http://www.tourtalbot.org/

Easton Fireworks

Monday, July 4, 2011

9pm-10pm

Easton, behind the Target Store in Waterside Village

The carnival is located off Marlboro Road behind the Target Store in Waterside Village.

4pm - Carnival and local vendors open for business

6pm-7:30pm - Patriotic Programing – including: Maryland Sky Divers of America, US Marine Corp Silent Drill Platoon and flyovers

7:30pm - Bands TBA

Dusk - Fantastic Fireworks

Free parking, including handicap parking.

Carnival and fireworks rain date is Tuesday, July 5

http://www.tourtalbot.org/

Georgetown Fireworks

Monday, July 4, 2011

9pm-10m

Georgetown Harbor
 Georgetown Harbor Fireworks and Boat Parade

 5pm boat parade and dusk Fireworks. Dress your boat and yourself up and come join us in our annual boat parade. Great Fun for entire family; then at dusk join us for Fireworks to be displayed over the river in the harbor.
Sassafras River, Georgetown Harbor
Ronda Bolinger
410-275-1200
rlwb@verizon.net

http://www.kentcounty.com/



Chestertown Fireworks
Monday, July 4, 2011
9pm-10pm
Wilmer Park, Chestertown, Maryland

 The town's fireworks display will take place July 4th at approximately dusk and last about 30 minutes.Great views can be had on the Chester River from the bridge to the first bend below the Country Club.

 Wilmer Park offers good views and a place to picinic. The show can also be seen from spots along Airy Hill Road and Rt 289. Please be careful to park completely off the road and always observe traffic.

http://www.chestertown.com/

Rock Hall Celebrates!

Kent County

Watermen's Day

Sunday, July 3, 2011

 

Rock Hall Bulk Head

 

1pm

 

 A tradition of this small fishing village, Waterman's Day celebrates the men and women of Rock Hall, who have and still do, make a living fishing local waters.

 Most Patriotic Work Boat Contest, Anchor Toss Contest, Work Boat Docking Contest. Cash prizes. Food, music, dunking booth and fun for the entire family.

 Proceeds go towards scholarship fund for a waterman's child or grandchild.

 $1 admission.

For more information call 410-639-7733.

Also,

4th of July Fireworks

Sunday the 3rd

 

9pm

Rock Hall Harbor

 

 Welcome to the best pyrotechnic display on the East Coast. This is a 35-minute show choreographed to patriotic music. It can be viewed from the Bay and from anywhere in Rock Hall Harbor. 

 FREE! Rain Date: July 4th. For information call Art Willis, 410-778-1342


http://www.rockhallmd.com/
http://www.kentcounty.com/

Stories and crafts are combined with games and guided exploration

Camp Pollywog

Monday, June 27 - July 1, 2011
9:30am – 11:30am

Adkins Arboretum

 

 Camp Pollywog preschool camp for ages 3-5

 Theme: Growing Up Green

 

 Explore the Arboretum’s meadows, forest, wetland, and stream to find out how plants and animals grow.

 Campers will catch frogs, tadpoles, crayfish, and turtles; peek into bluebird boxes; mix up a batch of frog goo; play games; make new friends; and much more. Stories and crafts are combined with games and guided exploration. Snacks will be provided. Parents are welcome to stay with their children or drop them off.

 Fee: $80 members, $90 general public. There is a $10 discount for additional children.

 Please contact the Arboretum at 410-634-2847 to register multiple campers.

http://www.adkinsarboretum.org/

 

The Avalon Theatre presents

This Is Lea

Friday, June 24, 2011 at 8pm

 In the Stolz Listening Room

 This Is Lea (featured artist at the Strathmore at Bethesda and The Barns at Wolf Trap)
 For those who enjoy the smooth and sometimes sultry sounds of the city nightclub singer, The Avalon Theatre happily presents, This is Lea. Lea's guitar work is at times reminiscent of Richie Havens with a sexy vocal range that consistently harkens the soul of Joni Mitchell.Truth be told, there are also shades of India.Arie, Ani DiFranco and Bonnie Raitt in her singing, writing and guitar playing.
 By infusing elements of jazz, country, gospel & R&B into her own brand of fresh contemporary folk, Lea creates a Friday night sound that features pure vocals, unique melodic guitar and intelligent lyrics.
 You'll feel like you've stepped into that special spot in town that no one has discovered yet. Lea has been repeatedly acknowledged by the Washington Area Music Association as one of the area's Best Female Vocalist, Recording Artists and Songwriters.
http://www.avalontheatre.com/



Swimming, biking, running

Rock Hall International

Triathlon 2011

Saturday, Jun 25, 2011

Rock Hall, Maryland 

 Starts at 8am.

 The swim takes place in Rock Hall Harbor on the Chesapeake Bay, protecting athletes from any serious wind or chop.

 The bike course is a triathlete's dream. Wide open ribbons of pavement with wide shoulders throughout most of the course take athletes through a huge expanse of countryside - this course is truly pancake flat!

 The run course is also pancake flat and takes athletes through the quaint neighborhoods and sideroads of Rock Hall, MD.

The International Distance run course is 2 loops.

Rock Hall. Contact: John Langford, Set Up Events 703-232-2077

www.setupevents.com/index.cfm?fuseaction=event_det

 http://www.rockhallmd.com/

Plein Air–Easton! Photography Contest Starts on July 1, 2011

Plein Air–Easton! festival, to be held July 18-24

 July 1 marks the start of the 5th Annual Plein Air-Easton! Photography Competition in Talbot County, Maryland.
 Photographers may enter images shot between July 1 and July 24. According to Al Bond, executive director of the Avalon Foundation, this year’s Plein Air–Easton! Photography Competition is bigger and better than ever.
The Plein Air–Easton! Photography Competition is open to any photographer. All one needs to enter is a camera and a good eye to take a picture that reflects the theme of plein air (French for “in the open air”). Subject matter may include Plein Air–Easton! artists at work or play, landscapes, streetscapes, architecture, waterfront views, maritime scenes, farmland, watermen, log canoe and sailboat races, 4th of July celebrations, and environmental portraits, to name a few.

North American Police Work Dog Assoc.

Police K-9

Demonstration

Wednesday

June 22, 2011

 

Stevensville

 

 North American Police Work Dog Assoc. Public Demonstration, Stevensville. Police K-9 Demonstration and Special Police Vehicle Displays.

 There will also be concessions on location; (443)277-9676, email: mcarr@qac.org

http://www.qac.org/

 

Two day celebration

Nanticoke River Jamboree

Friday, June 24 and

Saturday, June 25

 

Vienna, Maryland

 

 This Nanticoke Historic Preservation Alliance event runs June 24, 2011 - June 25, 2011 A two-day celebration of the natural and historic resources of the Nanticoke River through paddling, biking, exhibits, demonstrations, music and social interaction.

 Presented by the Chesapeake Conservancy, the Nanticoke Historic Preservation Alliance, and the Nanticoke Watershed Alliance.

Indiantown Road

Handsell Historic Site

Vienna, Maryland 21613

410-228-8981

http://www.chesapeakeconservancy.org/

http://www.tourdorchester.org/ 

The Avalon Foundation offers summer camp for kids

http://www.theavalonfoundation.com/kids_summer_camps.html

http://www.avalontheatre.com/

Prepare for European dance music

Kapriol!

Sunday, June 19

4pm – 6pm

The Mainstay, Rock Hall

 Dutch Folk From the Netherlands, the Dutch/Frisian band Kapriol’! brings us a rich program of European dance music, traditional songs and modern compositions with influences from Renaissance music, world music and the modern European festival scene. $15

www.mainstayrockhall.org

www.rockhallmd.com

Performing at the Avalon

Session Americana

Saturday, June 18

8pm – 10pm

 

Avalon Theatre, Easton

 

 Session Americana with Kris Helmhorst. The six members of Session Americana are ringers; literally session-type of players who produce tight, jam/roots Americana at its finest. Their movements during and between songs are so meshed and in the pocket that watching them pass guitars and mandolins back and forth resembles one satisfied, multi-tentacled creature. $25

http://www.avalontheatre.com/

Visit Stevensville

 Art in the Park

 Artists Transform Park Into Outdoor Gallery

Saturday, Jun 18, 2011

Love Point Road, Stevensville MD 21666

 

 The Arts and Entertainment Committee will host the Third Annual Art in the Park in downtown historic Stevensville. Tucked away between Love Point Rd and Cockey Lane, ‘Pocket Park’ will again be transformed into a dazzling display of artistic mastery.

 Local and visiting artists will show off their latest original creations including paintings, prints, photography, pottery, jewelry, sculpture, books, clothes and more.

 Local shops, galleries, restaurants, and historic sites will be open to the public in addition to music and various food vendors.

http://www.qac.org/

 

More than 100 antique and classic boats

24th Annual Antique and

Classic Boat Festival

June 17, 18 and 19

 

Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum

St. Michaels, Maryland

Friday 11am-5pm 

Saturday 10am-5pm

Sunday 10am-2pm

 

 More than 100 antique and classic boats, boat building demonstrations, maritime artists and craftsmen, craft vendors, classic used boats, motors, and nautical flea market, along with live music, food, and more.

 Showcasing a variety of antique and classic boats, including: Chris-Craft, Egg Harbor, Matthews, Rybovich, Century, Lyman  & Trumpy. Wood as well as classic fiberglass boats. 

www.chesapeakebayacbs.org

Learn the basics of wetland ecology

Introduction to Wetlands

Thursday, June 16
10am – 12pm

Adkins Arboretum

 Join Leslie Hunter-Cario to learn the basics of wetland ecology and wetland plants. Leslie Hunter-Cario is the nursery manager at Environmental Concern Inc., a public not-for-profit corporation dedicated to working with all aspects of wetlands.

 Leslie holds a degree in environmental science and is a certified professional horticulturist through the Maryland Nursery and Landscape Association.
 Fee: $15 members, $20 general public
12610 Eveland Road, Ridgely, MD
http://www.adkinsarboretum.org/

The Avalon Foundation presents

Summer Outdoor Concert Series

U.S. Air Force Heritage Ramblers

Dixieland Jazz Ensemble

Sunday, June 12

3pm – 5pm

Idlewild Park, Easton

  FREE!

  

 The USAF Heritage Ramblers, a part of the Heritage of America Band, was formed in 2010. Under the leadership of TSgt John Garcia, the group's mission is to preserve and present the rich heritage of traditional jazz. With the music of such legends as Louis Armstrong, Sidney Bechet, Jack Teagarden, and Bix Beiderbecke as their guide, Heritage Ramblers bring the New Orleans and Chicago styles of traditional jazz to life in each performance. Toe tapping, hand clapping, and smiles on faces are the norm for this perfromance.

 Sponsored by Fred Frederick Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram

http://www.avalontheatre.com/ 

Talbot Mentors presents

Bandomania

Saturday, June 11

8pm – 10pm

Avalon Theatre in Easton

 Talbot Mentors will present Bandomania on Saturday, June 11, at 8 p.m. at the Avalon Theatre in Easton.

 Three bands will perform at this benefit concert, providing an evening with triple the entertainment, while raising funds for the mentoring organization.

 Bandomania will feature three local bands. The Kentavius Jones Trio will perform along with Mike Elzey’s Mayhem Band and SoundBelief.

 Proceeds of the event will support the Talbot Mentors’ program matching students with adult volunteers. A drawing will be held during the concert for an autographed Paul Reed Smith guitar and gig bag.

 Raffle tickets are $5 each and may be purchased in advance at Believe In Music in Easton, Mike Elzey’s Guitar Studio in Cambridge, and Seaford Music in Seaford, Delaware.

 Concert tickets are $20 for adults and $10 for students. They are available through the Avalon Theatre box office by calling 410-822-7299 or online at http://www.avalontheatre.com/ 

 For information, to make a contribution, or to volunteer as a mentor, call Talbot Mentors at 410-770-5999 or visit http://www.talbotmentors.org/ 

http://www.tourtalbot.org/

Come to QAC 4-H Park

Bay Music Festival

Saturday, Jun 11, 2011
3pm to 10pm

Queen Anne's County 4-H Park

 Centreville Lions Club to hold 30th Annual Bay Music Festival in Centreville.

 A great day at QAC 4-H Park to see the region's best blues, rock n roll, rockabilly & bluegrass with plenty of food, drink & fun for the entire family at the park! Rain or shine, covered seating is available.

Sponsored by Centreville Lion's Club, vendors call (410)758-2993.

http://www.qac.org/

http://www.baymusicfestival.com/

Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theatre presents

Short Attention Span Theatre!

June 17, 18, 24, 25 at 8pm
June 19 & 26 at 3pm
 Prince Theatre, Chestertown

2 WEEKENDS!
 Short Attention Span Theatre returns to the Prince!
 Join us for an engaging evening of 10-minute plays, designed to hold your attention for just long enough. The Play Fest will showcase a range of actors, directors and authors - including original works by local playwrights!
 Tickets $15. Students $5 with valid ID

Prince Theatre Foundation
Chestertown, Maryland 21620
410-810-2060
http://www.princetheatre.org/

Designed for both the serious and amateur athlete

Tuckahoe Triathalon

Saturday, June 11

7:30am – 11am

Tuckahoe State Park, 13070 Crouse Mill Road

 Designed for both the serious and amateur athlete, this annual event consists of a 2 mile run, 10-mile bike and 1 mile canoe course.

 Participants should plan to arrive and have their canoes and bicycles in place by 7:30 a.m.

 There will be a pre-race meeting at 7:45 a.m. at starting line.

 There are categories with prizes for individuals, couples, and parent-child combos.

 Preregistration is required.

Tuckahoe State Park, 13070 Crouse Mill Road

Contact: (410) 820-1668

www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/eastern/tuckahoe.asp

http://www.tourcaroline.com/

For Youths 15 and Under

Annual Youth

Fishing Derby

Saturday, June 11
9am to 1pm

Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge

 In partnership with the Friends of Eastern Neck and the Maryland Department of Natural Resources, Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge will host their Annual Youth Fishing Derby.

 Youths 15 and under may participate in this free event. A parent or adult must accompany all participants.

 Food, drinks, prizes and bait will be provided.

 Kids are encouraged to bring their own rod and reel but a limited number of them will also be available for kids to use during this event.

The derby will be held at Headquarters Pond, located on the road to the Bayview Butterfly Trail.

Eastern Neck National Wildlife Refuge

Colby Hawkinson

410-639-7056

colby_hawkinson@fws.gov

www.fws.gov/norteast/easternneck/

http://www.rockhallmd.com/ 

Dorchester County Event

W.T. Ruark Fishing

Tournament

Sunday, June 5

2:30pm – 5:30pm

 

Hoopers Island Fire House

 

 The 39th Annual W.T. Ruark Fishing Tournament. Big fish, food, door prizes, and fun at the Hoopers Island Fire House.

 A $5 ticket to register for the fishing tournament also makes the ticket bearer eligible for numerous door prizes. Tickets must be purchased by 7 p.m. Saturday, June 4.
 $100 cash and trophy for First Place, $50 and trophy for Second Place. Largest fish categories include: blue fish, trout, hardhead, flounder, drum, spot, white perch, catfish and rock.
 Purchase tickets at Gootee’s Marine in Golden Hill, R&D Boat Supply in Cambridge, Family Campground or Cove Bait and Tackle on Taylor’s Island, Kings Island Pride Grocery, Old Salty’s Restaurant, and P.L. Jones Boatyard on Hooper’s Island or from W.T. Ruark or any fire company member.

Contact person:
Helen Houston 410-397-3349
Mary Jo Bosley 410-397-3417

www.tourdorchester.org

 

Academy Art Museum offers summer schedule

MAKE A SPLASH THIS SUMMER!
Programs and Camps for

Adults, Teens and Children

Academy Art Museum, Easton

 This summer the Museum is offering a wide range of programs and camps for all ages. It’s never too late to learn something new! From photography and pottery to painting and memoir writing, our summer offerings begin as early as June 6 and promise to develop the creative spirit in you!
Here is just a sampling of what’s to come...
ADULTS
Photo Safari: Miles River Estate
Instructor: Tom McCall
Sat., June 18 Meet at Academy Art Museum at 9am
$125 members, $160 non-members
 Take a short boat ride to a local estate and beach off of the Miles River. Enter a magical world of eagles, osprey, and glorious sandy beaches. Tom will stand shoulder to shoulder with each participant to help them with their image making. Bring a bag lunch. Class size is limited.
TEENS
Memoir Writing for Teens and Pre-teens
Telling Your Story: Reflections and Dreams
Instructor: Joan Katz
Thursday, July 7, 10am – 2pm for ages 9-12
Friday, July 8, 10am – 2pm for ages 13+
$25 members, $35 non-members
 Your memoir is a collection of stories of who you are, where you have been and how your life experiences have shaped you. The best way to tell your story is to draw on memories, photos, keepsakes, interviews, and the use of private and public data including the use of the internet. Bring some of your special photos or keepsakes and a bag lunch.
CHILDREN
Fun with Mosaics – Community Project
Instructor: Jen Wagner
June 20-24, 9am-3:30pm Ages 8-11 years
June 27-July 12, 9am-3:30pm Ages 12 and up
Cost: $190 members, $200 non-members (per week)
 Campers will create a large, mosaic mural on the side of Easton Market Square. Learn design, breaking techniques, adhering of tesserae and grouting. The mural will be a permanent installation that the whole community will enjoy. All materials supplied - bring a lunch.

Academy Art Museum
106 South Street
Easton, Maryland
410-822-ARTS
http://www.academyartmuseum.org/

 

St. Michaels Community Center presents

"Godspell"

Fridays & Saturdays

June 17 & 18, 24 & 25 at 8pm,

Sundays

June 19 & 26 at 3pm

Union United Methodist Church Parish Hall

 St. Michaels Community Center presents the Broadway hit musical, "Godspell" by Stephen Schwartz and John-Michael Tebelak, opening June 17 in St. Michaels. 

  The musical focuses on the playful enactment of parables told in Matthew and other books of the New Testament. It is a joyful musical, featuring over 15 songs such as  "Day by Day," "Turn Back Ol Man" and "Bless the Lord," with the last days of Jesus depicted toward the end of the show. All ten actors are on stage throughout the show, with a supporting chorus.

  "Godspell" opened off Broadway on May 17, 1971, and has played in various touring companies and revivals many times since. The song, “Day By Day” from the original cast album, reached #13 on the Billboard pop singles chart in the summer of 1972.

 "Godspell" performances are at the Union United Methodist Church Parish Hall on Railroad and Fremont Avenues in St. Michaels.

  Tickets are $15 for adults and $10 for students with ID.

 Tickets are available at the Treasure Cove Thrift Store on Talbot Street and at the SMCC at 103 Railroad Avenue, or call the SMCC at 410-745-6073.

 All proceeds benefit the St. Michaels Community Center. 

 http://www.stmichaelscc.org/

Choir students from Easton High School perform

"Coffee House"

Wednesday, June 1

7pm – 9pm

Avalon Theatre, Easton

 Join Easton High School students for an evening of singing and live music on Wednesday June 1, for a "Coffee House" event held at the Avalon Theatre in Easton.

 Students from the Chamber and Concert Choirs of Easton High School will be presenting Broadway musical ...selections, popular songs and some original pieces. All will be accompanied by live music.

 Coffee and sweets will be available for purchase.

 The program starts at 7 pm and costs $8 for adults and $5 for students.

 Tickets can be purchased at the door. For more information, call Kathy Dawkins at 410-829-0412.

http://www.tourtalbot.org/