July 2008
Every Tuesday – 8:30pm Trivia Maryland at Bill Bateman’s Bistro, Severna Park. Join the fun, 20 question game with many categories. For more info. www.triviamaryland.com. Top 3 teams/week receive gift certificates from that establishment.
Every Wednesday – 8:30pm Trivia Maryland at Bill Bateman’s Bistro, Glen Burnie. Join the fun, 20 question game with many categories. For more info. www.triviamaryland.com. Top 3 teams/week receive gift certificates from that establishment.
Through Dec. 20 – AA County Farmers Markets.
- Annapolis (Riva Rd. & Harry S. Truman Pkwy.): Sat., 7am – noon; Tues., from June 10 – Oct. 10, 7 am – noon.
- Severna Park (Rte. 2 & Jones Station Rd.): Sat., 8am – noon through Oct. 27.
- South River Colony (South River Colony Main St. – Rte. 214 & Rte. 2): Early July –
- late Sept.: Thurs., 2 – 6pm.
- Deale (Cedar Grove United Methodist Church, 5965 Deal-Churchton Rd.): Early July – Late Oct.: Thurs., 3 – 6pm.
AA County Farmer's Market. 7am – 12-noon Sat., 7am – 12-noon Tues. from June 13 – Oct. 10. Corner of Riva Rd. & Harry S. Truman Pky. New South River Colony Market, July 6 - Sept. 28, 2:00pm - 6:00pm.
Through October – First Sunday Arts Festival – Presented by The Inner West Street Association, 12-5pm. Church Circle to Calvert Street, enjoy craft vendors, artists, live music, street performers, music and sidewalk dining. This event is FREE and open to the public. For vendor information, please visit www.goweststreet.com to download an application; firstsundayarts@gmail.com to request an application; or call 410-741-3267.
Through Sept. - Sunday Stroll. Every Sunday in downtown historic Easton from 11 am - 3 pm, shop the upscale boutiques & fine art galleries, stroll the brick sidewalks beneath ancient shade trees, enjoy the unique eateries, & stay overnight in splendid B&Bs! Sponsored by Easton Main Street. 410.820.8822.
July 21-27 – 4th Annual Plein Air-Easton! Most festival events are free & open to the public, the two headliners, the Frid. evening Collectors Preview Party & the Sun. Winners Paint Out & Brunch, require tickets. Collector’s Preview Party, July 25 from 7-9 p.m. at the Academy Art Museum, also hosts competition exhibit throughout weekend. Tickets, $150, & considered a deposit on any plein air art purchased. Winners Paint Out & Brunch, July 27 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Brunch in a tented dining area, live music w/competition artists. Outdoor exhibit & live auction begins at 12:30. Tickets, $75.
Info.: www.pleinaireaston.com. Tickets reserved online or purchased by calling 410.822.7297.
July 23 - Them Eastport Oyster Boys. The duo of Jefferson Holland & Kevin Brooks delight audiences with their humorous tunes inspired by living in a community where the best things in life are a “good hat, a good dog & a good boat.” 7 p.m., Annapolis Maritime Museum. Free. Info.: 410.295.0104, www.annapolismaritimemuseum.org.
July 24 - Scurvy Crew Concert. A delightful bunch of young people from Southern Maryland sing sea songs & entertain audiences with their lively performances & colorful costumes. Noon at the Annapolis City Dock. Admission is free. Info.: 410.295.0104, www.annapolismaritimemuseum.org.
July 24 – Kenny Logins & Edwin McCain Concert. Singer/songwriter performs concert at the Calvert Marine Museum outdoor pavilion - headliner Kenny Loggins. McCain, returning for his forth year, performs a 60-minute set with his full band on outside stage. McCain/Loggins tickets, $48.50 for premium seats & $38.50 for reserved seats. Tickets/info.: 800.787.9454 or www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
July 25 - Canines & Cocktails for a Cause with Paws pet boutique at Loews Annapolis Hotel (126 West St.), 5 -8 p.m. Dogs are welcome outside patio of the Weather Rail. No entrance fee & a portion of the drink sales & all the raffle proceeds from the evening benefit the non-profit group, Fidos for Freedom. Watch or participate in Tail Wagger Contest. Info.: pawspetboutique.com, 410.263.8683.
July 26 - 27 - International Great Grapes, Wine, Arts and Food Festival. Wine, food, music & artist presentations. Admission. 12-6 p.m. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, Crownsville Road, Annapolis. For more info. 800.830.3976 or www.uncorkthefun.com.
July 30 & 31 - Calico Jack Concert. The dynamic folk duo of Janie Meneely & Paul DiBlasi perform Wed. at 7 p.m. at the Annapolis Maritime Museum & Thurs. at noon at the Annapolis City Dock. Admission is free. Info.: 410.295.0104, www.annapolismaritimemuseum.org.
July 31 – Sept. 7 — This Land & Beyond Exhibit. Fine art photography from across the U.S., presented by Christine Hunt & Karen Guay, in the Visitor Center’s Willow Gallery at Quiet Waters Park. A public opening reception held August 10, 2-4 p.m. Quiet Waters Park is located at 600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis. Gallery hours: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. weekdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. weekends. Closed on Tues. Info.: Christine Hunt at 410.923.3055, chris@imagesbychristine.com or Karen Guay at 410.562.0014 or karenguay@comcast.net.
AUGUST 2008
Through Sept. 3 - Annapolis Yacht Club Wednesday Night Races. Races continue through Sept. 3. Races start around 6:15pm and finishes in front of the yacht club on Spa Creek. Finish times depend on weather conditions. Best place to watch is from Spa Creek Bridge. For more info. 410.268.9279.
Through Dec. 20 – AA County Farmers Markets.
- Annapolis (Riva Rd. & Harry S. Truman Pkwy.): Sat., 7am – noon; Tues., from June 10 – Oct. 10, 7 am – noon.
- Severna Park (Rte. 2 & Jones Station Rd.): Sat., 8am – noon through Oct. 27.
- South River Colony (South River Colony Main St. – Rte. 214 & Rte. 2): Early July –
- late Sept.: Thurs., 2 – 6pm.
- Deale (Cedar Grove United Methodist Church, 5965 Deal-Churchton Rd.): Early July – Late Oct.: Thurs., 3 – 6pm.
Through Sept. - Sunday Stroll. Every Sunday in downtown historic Easton from 11 am - 3 pm, shop the upscale boutiques & fine art galleries, stroll the brick sidewalks beneath ancient shade trees, enjoy the unique eateries, & stay overnight in splendid B&Bs! Sponsored by Easton Main Street. 410.820.8822.
Every Thursday Night through Dec. – Local Late Nights in Historic Downtown Annapolis. Enjoy shopping & dining as participating shops stay open until 8pm or later. “Downtown Annapolis. Small City – Big Style!.”
Aug. 1 – 63rd Annual Rotary Crab Feast. The Annapolis Rotary Club’s largest annual fun-raiser & one of Annapolis’ biggest summer events. Inclds all you can eat/drink inclds large number 1 male crabs, raffles & cash prizes. 5:00 – 8:00pm, Navy-Marine Corps Stadium, Annapolis. $55/adult in advance, $65/adult at gate, $25/child 6 -12 in advance, $35 at gate, Children under 6 FREE. For tickets/info.: www.annapolisrotary.com.
Aug. 1-3 - Wheat Threshing Steam & Gas Engine Show. The three-day 48th annual event features unique steam-run demonstrations & exhibits of antique farm equipment, old & unusual farm tools, & flea market. Starts at 10 a.m. each day, Route 313 Federalsburg, free. Info.: www.threshermen.org, 410.673.2414.
Aug. 1-30 - All Shook Up at Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre. Filled with early Elvis hits like “Jailhouse Rock” & "Teddy Bear," this all-new story is about a sleepy town that gets “All Shook Up” when a motorcycle-riding roustabout comes to town & makes everyone start to rethink their outmoded ideas about life & society in the late 1950s. Shows at 8:30 p.m., Thurs. – Sun. at 143 Compromise Street, across from the City Dock in downtown Annapolis. Tickets: $18. Info.: www.summergarden.com, 410.268.9212.
Aug. 2 - 3 – 18th Annual Thunder on the Narrows. Hydroplanes at speeds over 100mph. 7 classes of stacks and modified engines and jersey skiffs. $5/adult, children under 12 FREE, 10am - 5pm, races start at noon. No coolers allowed. Kent Island Yacht Club grounds, (exit 41 off Route 50) Chester. Info.: 410.725.6222 or kentnarrowsracing.com.
Aug. 3 - First Sunday Arts Festival. Popular area bands, local craft vendors, street performers, sidewalk dining & more, the first block of West Street from Church Street to Calvert Street, now expanded to include the Whitmore Park Plaza. May – Oct., from noon until 5 p.m. Free & open to the public: Info.: www.goweststreet.com, 410.741.3267.
Aug. 4-5 - The Chesapeake Bay Blues Festival. 28+ performers including Aretha Franklin, Buddy Guy, John Kay & Steppenwolf, Robert Randolph, Three Dog Night, Bernard Allison, & Otis Taylor to name a few. Gates open at 10:30am each day, music from 11am – 8pm. Admission. Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. Parking at Naval Academy Stadium parking lot w/frequent bus shuttle service. Parking info. for the Eastern Shore check web site. Visit www.bayblues.org or ticketmaster.com for tickets, Info: 410.257.7413.
Aug. 6-10 - Caroline/Dorchester County Fair. 4-H & open exhibits, commercial displays, livestock shows, horse shows, live entertainment, livestock auction, amusement rides, & a jousting tournament! 4-H Park, Detour Road, off Route 16, Denton, Weds., 4-10 p.m., Thurs.-Sun., 9 a.m. – 10 p.m. $2 for ages 13 & over, free for 12 & under, accompanied by an adult. Info.: carolinecountyfair.com, 410.479.0565.
Aug. 15 - We're About Nine musical performance. Brian Gundersdorf's masterful songwriting & musical arrangements that seamlessly blends vocals (Gundersdorf plus Katie Graybeal & Pat Klink). Located at the Annapolis Unitarian Universalist Church, 333 DuBois Road, off Bestgate Avenue. Music begins at 8 p.m.; doors open at 7:30. Admission: $10; seniors & students: $8. Info.: www.fsgw.org/333/, 443.786.0463.
Aug. 15-16 - Caroline Summerfest. 20th anniversary of a fun, family event featuring more than 100 performers, including rock, country, bluegrass, blues & jazz musicians; jugglers; magicians; acrobats; dancers & more. Pedestrian parade of citizens & community organizations Fri. evening, interactive arts events & river cruises, Sat. night fireworks display, car show, vendors, & crafts demonstrations. Fri., 2-10 p.m., Sat. 11 a.m.-11 p.m. Courthouse Square, Downtown Denton, free. Info.:
www.carolinesummerfest.com, 410.479.2050.
Aug. 16 - Choptank Rivah Run. Two-mile paddling event for children of all ages; under 18 must be with an adult. Any type of paddle craft is eligible for this “Poker Run.” T-shirts for the first 100 registrants. Fee. 10 a.m., Martinak State Park Boat Landing, 137 Deep Shore Rd., Denton. Info.: carolinerecreation.org, 410.479.8120.
Aug. 21 — Annapolis Art Walk. Twenty galleries in downtown Annapolis participate in the 18th annual event, hosting new art exhibits & featuring artists demonstrating their skills in various media. Musicians around town & galleries serving light refreshments. Yellow balloons are posted at all participating galleries - maps & events listings available at each art gallery. 5-9 p.m., Info.: www.artinannapolis.com,
Aug. 22 - Canines & Cocktails for a Cause with Paws pet boutique & Loews Annapolis Hotel (126 West St.), 5 -8 p.m. Dogs are welcome for an Ice Cream Social on the outside patio of the Weather Rail. No entrance fee & a portion of the drink sales & all the raffle proceeds from the evening benefit Mid-Atlantic Westie Rescue. Pet Ice Cream Eating Contest. . Info.: pawspetboutique.com, 410.263.8683.
Aug. 23 - National Dog Day. Features a host of activities for dog-lovers including dog shows, vendors, entertainment, contests, demonstrations, children’s activities, celebrities, & most importantly, pet adoptions offered by numerous nonprofit rescue groups. Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. Info.: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com, 410.474.2958.
Aug. 23 – 31, Sept. 1, 6-7, 13 – 14, 20-21, 27-28 - Maryland Renaissance Festival – Visit Revel Grove Village, a recreation of a 16th century English village. The village consists of craft & food booths, 5 pubs, 8 major stages, a Jousting Arena, & lots of games. Open rain or shine from 10:00am – 7:00pm, for more info. 800.296.7304 or www.rennfest.com. Tickets, $18/adult, $15/senior 62+, $8/child 7-15, FREE 6 & under.
Aug. 23 – 24 - Annual North Beach Bay Fest. A waterfront festival w/arts & crafts,
activities for kids, parades, antique cars, live music, & great seafood. Noon – 6:30pm, waterfront, North Beach. 301.855.6681
Aug. 24 – 33rd Annual Annapolis 10-Mile Run – road race organized by the Annapolis Striders, Inc. Start and finish at Navy-Marine Corps Stadium, Annapolis, start time 7:45am sharp, entrants at stadium by 7am. Info.: www.annapolisstriders.org or 410.991.5903.
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