Through Sept. 8 - Wednesday Night Sailboat Races. Sailboat races in the Annapolis Harbor every Wed. night. About 150 yachts race around several marks in the Bay then back into Spa Creek for the finish in front of the Annapolis Yacht Club. 6:05pm. Info: 410.263.9279, www.annapolisyc.com.
Through Sept. 15 - Adkins Arboretum hosts “Outdoor Sculpture Invitational - Artists in Dialogue with the Landscape.” 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.634.2847, ext. 0 or e-mail info@adkinsarboretum.org.
Through Sept. 19 - Art in the Park: A 20thAnniversary Retrospective. Quiet Waters Park & The Friends of Quiet Waters Park will celebrate 20 years of bringing art to the Annapolis area through exhibitions in their galleries. Info: 410.222.1777, www.friendsofquietwaterspark.org.
Through Sept. 19 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “David Sullivan: Solo Show.” Martino Gallery. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Through Sept. 19 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “Working Artists Forum.” Chaney Gallery. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Through Sept. 19 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “Emerging Artists Part II.” Balcony Gallery. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Through Sept. 20 - Art Exhibit at Annapolis Maritime Museum: “Color, Water and Light” -- Paintings by John O'Neil. 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info: 410. 295.0104, www.amaritime.org.
Through Sept. 27 - Troika Gallery Show: “New Works.” Featuring works by all of the gallery’s artists. 9 S. Harrison St., Easton. Info: 410.770.9190, www.troikagallery.com.
Through Oct. 24 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “Paint Annapolis.” Juried group exhibit featuring plein air paintings of Annapolis. Chaney & Martino Galleries. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Through Oct. 24 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “Paint Annapolis High School Competition.” Paintings by area high school & Bates Performing & Visual Arts Magnet School students who participated in Paint Annapolis. Hallway Galleries. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Through Oct. 24 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “MAPAPA Paint Annapolis Exhibit.” Paintings by members of the Mid-Atlantic Plein Air Painters Assn. created as part of Paint Annapolis. Alcove Gallery. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Through Oct. 30 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “Marion Warren: Flower Portraits.” Founders Green, front lawn. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Through Nov. (Saturdays) - Guided Walks at Adkins Arboretum. Enjoy walks through the Arboretum forest & meadows. Free for members, free w/admission for general public. 11am. Walks begin at the Visitor’s Center & last approx. 1 hour. 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.634.2847, ext. 0, www.adkinsarboretum.org.
Through Dec. - Calvert Marine Museum & Patuxent Small Craft Guild present “Build a Boat by Appointment.” Learn how to build a 16-foot wooden canoe. Choose 2 consecutive Saturdays. 9am-4:30pm. No experience necessary. Fee: $600/members, $650/non-members. Financial assistance available to qualified applicants. 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info/scheduling: Contact George Surgent at 410.586.2700 or gsurgent@comcast.net.
Sept. 3 & 4 - Pandora Jewelry Event at Little Treasury Jewelers. Receive a free PANDORA clasp bracelet w/purchase of $150 or more of PANDORA jewelry. Bracelet upgrades not permitted. Good while supplies last. Limit 1 per customer. 9/2, 10am-7pm; 9/3, 10am-8pm; 9/4, 10am-6pm. The Village at Waugh Chapel, 1316 Main Chapel Way, Gambrills. Info: 410.721.7100, www.littletreasury.com.
Sept. 3 - Pat Benatar & REO Speedwagon at Calvert Marine Museum. 7:30pm. Gates open at 6pm. Tickets: $50/premium, $40/reserved. 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info/tickets: 800.787.9454, www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
Sept. 3 - Oct. 30 (Fridays & Saturdays) - Haunted Ghost Tours. A colonial-attired guide will lead you on a journey & share tales by candlelight of the spirits who dwell in Annapolis’ 18th-century buildings. 7:30-9pm. Departs from Info Booth at Annapolis City Dock. Tickets: $20/adults, $14/children ages 3-11. Reservations req. Info: 410.268.7601, www.watermarkspecialevents.com.
Sept. 4 & 5 - Quiet Waters Park's 20th Birthday Celebration. Celebrate Quiet Waters Park’s 20th birthday during a family-friendly weekend of activities & a special blend of musical performances. Fee: $3/vehicle, 7am-5pm. Info: 410.222.1777, www.friendsofquietwaterspark.org.
Sept. 4 - Civil War Tour. Tour will uncover many of the stories & events that unfolded in Annapolis at the time of the Civil War. 10am. Departs from Info Booth at Annapolis City Dock. Tickets: $16/adults, $10/children ages 3-11. (Coupon available on website.) Reservations req. Info: 410.268.7601, www.annapolistours.com.
Sept. 4 - 13th Annual Boat Auction. Offering everything from wooden rowing skiffs to classic sailboats & modern power cruisers. 11am-3pm. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. Info: 410.745.2916, www.cbmm.org.
Sept. 4, 5, 6, 11, 12, 18, 19, 25, 26 - Maryland Renaissance Festival. This festival has become the region's premier outdoor event & the 2nd largest Renaissance festival in the country. Food, fine crafts, fun & frivolity. 10am-7pm. Rain or shine. Tickets: $18/adults, $15/seniors (62+), $8/children ages 7-15, FREE/children under 6. Revel Grove, Crownsville. Info: 800.296.7304, www.rennfest.com.
Sept. 5 - First Sunday Arts Festival. Outdoor activities that take place up & down Inner West St. on the 1st Sun. of the month through Oct. & celebrate local visual & performing artists. Noon-5pm. Info: www.goweststreet.com.
Sept. 5 - Annapolis Symphony Orchestra presents “Summer Pops in the Park.” Concert to celebrate the 20th anniversary of Quiet Waters Park. 5:30pm. FREE. Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis. Rain date: 9/6. Info: www.annapolissymphony.org.
Sept. 6 - Labor Day.
Sept. 7 - Deadline for Reservations for Anglo-American Design in Maryland Tour - sponsored by Historic Annapolis Foundation. All-day sojourn exploring the changes in American decorative arts in Maryland between 1760 & 1820. Reservations req. & must be made by 9/7. Event on 9/22. Info: 410.267.8146, www.annapolis.org.
Sept. 7 - Reservation Deadline for Coach Excursion to Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum - sponsored by Shady Side Rural Heritage Society. 8am-4:30pm. Fee: $52/members, $62/non-members. Trip date: 9/14. Reservations must be made by 9/7. Info/reservations: Contact Peggy Tucker by mail at 2636 Quiet Water Cove, Annapolis, MD 21401, by phone at 410.266.8846, or by e-mail at ppts2@verizon.net.
Sept. 10 - Arts Alive 12. MD Hall's annual fundraiser featuring silent & live auctions, entertainment by the Brooks Tegler Orchestra & tasting stations w/signature dishes by area restaurants, hotels & caterers. Proceeds support MD Hall's year-round arts programs. 6-11pm. Tickets: $150/person, $1,500/table of 10. MD Hall Front Lawn, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: 410.263.5544, ext. 10, www.marylandhall.org.
Sept. 10 - 12 - 43rd Annual Maryland Seafood Festival. This weekend of family fun & feasting is expected to draw 20,000+ visitors from across the mid-Atlantic region. Festival will also feature The Capital’s Crab Soup Cook-Off. Tickets: $10/general admission, $60/VIP individual, $100/VIP couple. Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis. Info/schedule/tickets: www.mdseafoodfestival.com.
Sept. 10 - 12 - Fall Native Plant Sale at Adkins Arboretum. Choose from the region's largest selection of native perennials, grasses, shrubs & trees. 9/10: Members-Only Sale Day, 10am-6pm. 9/11 & 9/12: Public Sale Days, 10am-4pm. 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.634.2847
Sept. 10 - 27 - West Annapolis Art Works & Fine Framing presents “Italian Images, Ambiance & Conversation” by Lynda Jennings Harden. Featuring photography of Italy. Reception: 9/19, 6-8pm. Includes discussion on travel, art, photography, Q&A & Italian wine & cheeses. Gallery hours: Mon. - Sat. 10am-5pm, Wed. 10am-6pm. 4 Annapolis St., Annapolis. Info: 410.295.7045, www.westannframing.com.
Sept. 11 - Public Archaeology Dig Day at Historic London Town & Gardens. Dig w/professional archaeologists in search of the lost town of London. No experience req. Adult must accompany children under 14. Groups must make reservations in advance. 8am-2pm. 839 Londontown Rd., Edgewater. Info/reservations: 410.222.1318. Website: www.historiclondontown.com.
Sept. 11 - Fall Plant Sale at Historic London Town & Gardens. 8am-noon. 839 Londontown Rd., Edgewater. Info: 410.222.1919, www.historiclondontown.com.
Sept. 11 - Boating Party. Be part of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum's fall gala fundraiser w/cocktails, dinner & dancing. 6-10pm. Info/tickets: 410.745.2916. Website: www.cbmm.org.
Sept. 11 - MHCA & World Artists Experiences present Kenge Kenge. Concert featuring the Kenyan musical group. 7pm. FREE. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Sept. 12 - Calvert Marine Museum presents Annual Dinner Cruise. Enjoy Southern MD at its best while aboard the “Wm. B. Tennison.” 5-7pm. Tickets: $30. Advance registration req. by 9/8. Departs from the museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info/tickets: Contact Melissa McCormick at 410.326.2042, ext. 41 or mccormmj@co.cal.md.us.
Sept. 12 - Oct. 3 - McBride Gallery presents 3rd Annual “The Best of the Chesapeake.” Group show. Maritime-themed exhibit featuring historic scenes on the Chesapeake Bay. Meet the Artists Reception: 9/12, 1-3pm. McBride Gallery, 215 Main St., Annapolis. Info: 410.267.7077, www.mcbridegallery.com.
Sept. 14 - WineFest Pre-Event Party at Blue Wind Gourmet. To kick off Riverside WineFest. Featuring savory gastronomic delights & wine tastings from 2 local wineries: Running Hare Vineyard & Port of Leonardtown Winery. 5-7pm. FREE. Blue Wind Gourmet, 22803 Gunston Dr., California. Riverside WineFest will take place on 10/2 & 10/3 from noon-6pm at Sotterley Plantation. Discounted tickets available through 9/24 at www.sotterley.org or by calling 301.373.2280 or 800.681.0850.
Sept. 15 - Sachs Memorial Summer Jazz Series: Anne Watts & Boister. Bring a lawn chair, blanket & picnic & settle on MD Hall’s front lawn for a FREE concert on the labyrinth. 6pm. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Sept. 15 - 19 - Anne Arundel County Fair. Family tradition offering carnival rides, exhibits, games, musical entertainment, 4-H exhibits, livestock, tractor pulls, cake auction, children’s tug-of-war, hog calling contest, pie eating contest, watermelon eating contest, cute kid contest, children’s activity area & much more. Admission: $5/ages 16 & over, $2/ages 6-15, FREE/ages 5 & under. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Rt. 178, Crownsville. Info/schedule of events: 410.923.3400, www.aacountyfair.org.
Sept. 15 - Oct. 15 - AACC Art Exhibit: “Perspectivas Latinas / Latin Perspectives.” Featuring Latino artwork curated by Wilfredo Valladares Lara, AACC visual arts instructor. Part of AACC’s celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Mon. - Thurs. 9am-8pm, Fri. 9am-4:30pm. Pascal Center for Performing Arts Gallery, AACC Arnold Campus, 101 College Parkway. Info: 410.777.2043, www.aacc.edu.
Sept. 15 - Oct. 15 - AACC Exhibit: “Celebremos La Herencia Latina!” Exhibit of books about Latin-American topics & authors. Part of AACC’s celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. Sponsored by Truxal Library in Careers Center 2nd floor exhibit case near Room 215. AACC Arnold Campus, 101 College Parkway. Info: 410.777.2211, www.aacc.edu.
Sept. 16 - Nov. 12 - Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) presents Hal Gomer Art Exhibition. Featuring drawings, paintings & prints by the late Hal Gomer - some of which will be for sale. Opening Reception: 9/16, 5-7pm. The Gallery at CAC, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Info: 410.636.6597, www.chesapeakearts.org.
Sept. 17 - Historic London Town & Gardens presents “A Day in the Life of Frederick Douglass.” Learn about Douglass’ life – both as a slave & after he gained his freedom. 10am-1pm. Open to ages 10 & up. Fee: $10/1 adult & 1 child; each additional child (or adult) $5. Pre-paid registration req. 839 Londontown Rd., Edgewater. Info: 410.222.1919, www.historiclondontown.com.
Sept. 17 - Oct. 2 - Bowie Community Theatre presents “Who Dunit?” Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm. Tickets: $17/adults, $12/seniors (62+) & students. Group rates available. Bowie Playhouse, 16500 White Marsh Park Dr., Bowie. Info/reservations: 301.805.0219, www.bctheatre.com.
Sept. 17 - Oct. 9 - The Colonial Players present “Private Lives.” Thurs., Fri., Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm, 1 double-run on 2nd Sun., 2pm & 7:30pm. Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors (65 & over), $15/students (w/ID). 108 East St., Annapolis. Info: 410.268.7373, www.cplayers.com.
Sept. 18 - Calvert Marine Museum presents Back to School Cruise. Enjoy a fun cruise aboard the “Wm. B. Tennison.” 11:30am-1pm. Tickets: $12. Advance registration req. by 9/15. Departs from the museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info/tickets: Contact Melissa McCormick at 410.326.2042, ext. 41 or mccormmj@co.cal.md.us.
Sept. 18 - Adkins Arboretum’s “Magic in the Meadow - A Twilight Cabaret” Fundraising Event. Enjoy a night under the stars w/cocktails, hors d’oeuvres, small plates, silent & live auctions, music & dancing. 6-9:30pm. Proceeds benefit Adkins Arboretum’s conservation & education programs. Tickets: $125/person. Info/tickets: 410.634.2847, ext. 30 or e-mail jbarnett@adkinsarboretum.org.
Sept. 18 - Fossil Field Experience at Calvert Marine Museum. Learn how to find & identify fossils. Program begins at 11am at the museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons, & continues at a local beach. Fee: $20/person (ages 8 & over). An adult must accompany any child under 18. Space is limited. Pre-registration req. Info/registration: Contact Melissa McCormick at 410.326.2042, ext. 41 or visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
Sept. 18 - Annapolis Yacht Club’s Annual Keels & Wheels Event. Featuring over 70 antique, performance, vintage & cool cars & boats, including an on-the-water display of wooden & fiberglass boats of different sizes & propulsion systems. 10am-3pm. FREE. Annapolis Yacht Club, 2 Compromise St., Annapolis. To enter a car or boat in the show, visit www.annapolisyc.com for an application. Car or boat display entry fee: $25. Info: Call Josh Mazer at 301.996.8919.
Sept. 18 - Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) presents Family Concert Series: Big Blow and the Bushwackers. 4-5pm. Single tickets: $10/adults, $5/children. Subscription tickets (all 3 family shows during the fall): $20/adults, $10/children. CAC, Studio 194 Theatre, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Info/tickets: 410.636.6597, www.chesapeakearts.org.
Sept. 18 - Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) presents Traditional & Folk Music Series: Big Blow and the Bushwackers. 8pm. Tickets: $15, $12/CAC members. CAC, Studio 194 Theatre, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Info/tickets: 410.636.6597, www.chesapeakearts.org.
Sept. 18 - LIVE! On The Farm Benefit Concert. Fundraiser to benefit Maryland Therapeutic Riding's (MTR) Horses for Heroes program. Featuring Lee Greenwood w/opening performance by The Hard Travelers. Concessions, rider demonstrations & live & silent auctions. Barn doors open at 6pm. Tickets: $50/premium, $25/MTR volunteers & military personnel, $100/VIP. 1141 Sunrise Beach Rd., Crownsville. Info/tickets: 410.923.6816, www.LiveOnTheFarm.org.
Sept. 18 - AACC presents “Hear the Heat: Big Band Caliente.” 1 of the area’s hottest Latin big bands performs all styles of Latin music & the traditional big band charts w/a twist. Part of AACC’s celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month. 8pm. FREE. Pascal Center for Performing Arts, AACC Arnold Campus, 101 College Parkway. Info: 410.777.2457, www.aacc.edu/performingarts.
Sept. 18 - Field to Fork Dinner. 4-course meal w/pouring & discussion of locally produced wines to complement the courses. Guest of honor: Lucie Snodgrass, author of Dishing Up Maryland. Farm tour: 6pm. Dinner: 6:30pm. Dinner limited to 100 people. Please reserve early. Advance reservations & payment requested by 9/16. Tickets: $55/person. Homestead Farm, Millington. Info/tickets: www.freshorganicvegetables.com.
Sept. 18 & 19 - Artsfest. Annual juried art show featuring some of the country's most accomplished artists for a weekend of art, music, food & fine brews. 10am-5pm. Tickets: $6/adults, FREE/members & children 12 & under. Annmarie Garden, 13480 Dowell Rd., Solomons. Info: 410.326.4640, www.annmariegarden.org.
Sept. 18 & 19 - 27th Annual Maryland Wine Festival. Featuring tastings, live music, food from local restaurants, arts & crafts & wine education seminars. 9/18, 10am-6pm; 9/19, noon-6pm. Carroll County Farm Museum, Westminster. Info/tickets: www.marylandwinefestival.org.
Sept. 19 - “Talk Like a Pirate” Dinner Party Cruise Aboard Schooner “Woodwind.” Enjoy a pirate-themed dinner while cruising the Chesapeake Bay under sail. Depart Annapolis at 5:30pm & return to the dock at 8pm. Includes dinner, 3 drink vouchers, soda & water. Tickets: $99/person. Maximum 35 guests. Info/tickets: 410.263.7837, www.schoonerwoodwind.com.
Sept. 19 - Annual Annapolis Fall Festival. Old-fashioned street festival. Antiques, art, jewelry, fashion, home décor, crafts, music, activities for the entire family, food & more. 10am-5pm. FREE. Maryland Ave. & State Circle. FREE parking nearby at Calvert & St. John's Sts. Info: Call Mary Jo at 240.432.1772 or Annebeth at 410.990.9700, www.marylandave.com.
Sept. 20 - Shore Health System Golf Invitational. 11:30am single shotgun start. Foursome entry fee: $1,500. Proceeds benefit Shore Regional Cancer Center. Talbot Country Club, Easton. Info: Contact the Memorial Hospital Foundation at 410.822.1000, ext. 5481.
Sept. 21 - WineFest Pre-Event Party at Blue Wind Gourmet. To kick off Riverside WineFest. Featuring savory gastronomic delights & wine tastings from 2 local wineries: Solomons Island Winery & Basignani Winery. 5-7pm. FREE. Blue Wind Gourmet, 22803 Gunston Dr., California. Riverside WineFest will take place on 10/2 & 10/3 from noon-6pm at Sotterley Plantation. Discounted tickets available through 9/24 at www.sotterley.org or by calling 301.373.2280 or 800.681.0850.
Sept. 22 - Anglo-American Design in Maryland Tour - sponsored by Historic Annapolis Foundation. All-day sojourn exploring the changes in American decorative arts in Maryland between 1760 &1820. Includes "behind-the-ropes" curators' tour of William Paca House in Annapolis & Homewood House Museum in Baltimore, visit to Baltimore Museum of Art & lunch at Gertrude's. 9am-5pm. Tickets: $125. Info: 410.267.8146, www.annapolis.org.
Sept. 23 - 26 - MHCA & the Mid-Atlantic Plein Air Painters Assn. (MAPAPA) host Paint Annapolis 2010. 30 of the nation’s finest plein air landscape artists have been selected to paint throughout Annapolis for 3 days & submit 2 pieces of 2-dimensional art for the Paint Annapolis 2010 competition & exhibition. Prizes will be announced at a public reception at MD Hall, 9/26, 3-5:30pm. Works will be on display & for sale at an exhibition at MD Hall, 9/26-10/24. Info: www.paintannapolis.com or www.marylandhall.org.
Sept. 24 - Paws pet boutique & Loews Annapolis Hotel host “Canines & Cocktails for a Cause” - Canine Fall Fashion Show. See dogs modeling the newest fall fashions on the catwalk. Benefits National Canine Cancer Foundation. 5:30-7:30pm. FREE admission. Loews Annapolis Hotel, 126 West St., Annapolis. Info: 410.263.8683, www.pawspetboutique.com.
Sept. 24 - Annapolis Chorale presents Casual Fri. Broadway in Annapolis: “The Fantasticks.” This musical holds the record as the longest-running Broadway show. 7:30pm. Casual Fri. event includes Q&A w/cast after concert. Tickets: $34/adults, $12/students (pre-sold). FREE student rush tickets 1 hour before concert. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: 410.280.5640, www.marylandhall.org.
Sept. 24 - Sotterley Plantation presents Speaker Series: David Michael Lampton, Ph.D. - “U.S. - China Relations in an Era of Change.” 7pm. FREE. Held in the barn at Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood. Reservations req. Info/reservations: 301.373.2280.
Sept. 24 - Oct. 31 - Annapolis Maritime Museum presents “Water. Land. Sky - The Chesapeake and her Tributaries.” Exhibit of Chesapeake Bay art featuring prominent local artists. Designed as a fundraising event to benefit the museum. Reception w/the artists: 10/1, 5-8pm. Museum open to the public Thurs. - Sun. noon-4pm. 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info: www.amaritime.org.
Sept. 25 - Calvert Marine Museum presents Picnic Cruise. Bring a picnic & enjoy a cruise aboard the “Wm. B. Tennison.” 5-7pm. Tickets: $15/adults, $10/children 12 & under. Advance registration req. by 9/23. Departs from the museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info/tickets: Contact Melissa McCormick at 410.326.2042, ext. 41 or mccormmj@co.cal.md.us.
Sept. 25 - Dueling Brushes. Plein air artists will participate in a “quick draw” event. 9am-noon. Judging at City Dock at noon. Info/registration: www.paintannapolis.com.
Sept. 25 - Pirates, Rum & Reggae Cruise. Enjoy a Caribbean-inspired night on the Severn River aboard the “Harbor Queen.” Costumes welcome. Cash bar & food available for purchase. Departs from Annapolis City Dock at 8pm. Tickets: $40/person – includes 1 complimentary rum punch. Reservations req. Info: 410.268.7601, www.watermarkspecialevents.com.
Sept. 25 - Annapolis Chorale presents Broadway in Annapolis: “The Fantasticks.” This musical holds the record as the longest-running Broadway show. 8pm. Tickets: $37, $34/adults, $12/students (pre-sold). FREE student rush tickets 1 hour before concert. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: 410.280.5640, www.marylandhall.org.
Sept. 25 - Calvert Marine Museum presents Lighthouse Adventure Cruise. Visit lighthouses & learn about their history. Cost: $125, $100/museum members. Meet at the museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons, under the Drum Point Lighthouse at 7:45am. Expected return time is 4pm. Space limited. Pre-registration req. Info/registration: 410.326.2042, ext. 41.
Sept. 25 - Annapolis Maritime Museum hosts 6th Annual Boatyard Beach Bash. Title sponsor Boatyard Bar & Grill is partnering w/the museum for an evening of great music. Grilled buffet dinner provided by Boatyard Bar & Grill. Proceeds benefit the museum. 5-9pm. Tickets: $60/general admission, $250/VIP. 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: 410.295.0104, www.amaritime.org.
Sept. 25 - Hospice Cup XXIX. Charity sailing regatta to raise funds for MD, VA & DC hospice programs. Race start time: 11am. Spectator boat boarding: 10:30am at David Taylor Research Center. Tickets: $100/person. Shore Party: 3pm. Tickets: $85 before 9/15, $125 after 9/15. Info/tickets: Call 410.919.8393, e-mail info@hospicecup.org, or visit www.hospicecup.org.
Sept. 25 - Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival. Fun-filled event for the entire family.10am-7pm. Annapolis City Dock. Info: www.kuntakinte.org.
Sept. 25 - Patuxent Velo, Southern MD’s Premier Bicycle Racing Club, presents St. Mary’s Century. Bicycle touring ride through scenic St. Mary’s County. Ride begins & ends at College of Southern Maryland Campus in Historic Leonardtown. Begins at 7am. Registration fee: $40/cyclist. Registration available online at www.bikereg.com & www.active.com. Cyclists may also register in person betw. 7am & 9am on day of event (cash or check only). Info: www.paxvelo.com.
Sept. 25 & 26 - 20th Annual Arts & Music Festival at Quiet Waters Park. Celebration of the fine, decorative & performing arts of the Chesapeake region. 10am-5pm. Info: www.friendsofquietwaterspark.org.
Sept. 26 - Paint Annapolis 2010 Lecture. Presented by Rosalie Nadeau, juror for Paint Annapolis 2010. 2pm. FREE. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: www.marylandhall.org.
Sept. 26 - Beagle Rescue of Southern MD, Inc. hosts Beagle Bash 2010. Annual fundraiser & alumni celebration featuring all things beagle, including games, contests, raffles, vendors, beagle swimming pool & more. Proceeds benefit daily care, vet services & supplies for Beagle Rescue of Southern MD, Inc.'s fostered beagles. Noon-4pm. FREE. Countryside Kennels, 9214 Boyds Turn Rd., Owings. Info: 301.934.3616 or e-mail beaglebash@beaglemaryland.org.
Sept. 26 - 4th Annual St. Michaels Concours d'Elegance Invitational. Enjoy the day as rare, classic American & European automobiles from 1900-1942 take the field at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum for a day of casual elegance, fashion, style & enjoyment. Proceeds benefit the museum. 10am-4pm. Tickets: $35/general admission, $100/VIP. Info/tickets: www.smcde.org.
Sept. 26 - 6th Annual Ride for Shelter. Family bike ride to raise funds to benefit the Light House Homeless Shelter. 5-, 10-, 15- or 20-mile rides along the B&A Trail. Free kids' activities, free refreshments & prizes. Registration opens at noon. Rides begin at 1pm. Severna Park Park-N-Ride, Jones Station Rd. & Ritchie Hwy., Arnold. Info: 410.268.4251, www.rideforshelter.com.
Sept. 26 - Sunday Conversations at Calvert Marine Museum: The Monster Shark’s Tooth. Enjoy books & presentations w/local Chesapeake authors & artists as they talk about the process used to conceive, research, write & illustrate their books. All books & featured items available for purchase in museum store. 2pm. FREE.14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.
Sept. 27 - 2nd Annual Annapolis Catering Putts Fore Mutts Golf Tournament. Registration: 10am. Shotgun start: 11am. Fees: single - $125, foursome - $500. Proceeds benefit SPCA of Anne Arundel County. Queenstown Harbor Golf Course, 310 Links Lane, Queenstown. Info/online registration & sponsorship opportunities: www.puttsforemutts.com.
Oct. 1 & 2 - Annapolis Symphony Orchestra presents “Celebrating Hispanic Heritage.” Featuring renowned Latin-American works & artists. 8pm. Pre-concert lecture: 6:45pm. Tickets: $45, $40, $35, $10/students. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets/subscriptions: 410.263.0907, www.annapolissymphony.org.
Oct. 1, 2 & 3 - Farm Dinners on the Shore. Farm-to-table dinner series. Crow Farm, Kennedyville. For info about Farm Dinners on the Shore & the Crow Farm Dinner Series, visit www.farmdinnersontheshore.com, email info@homegrownandgreen.com, or call 410.810.4898.
Oct. 2 - Antique Tractor Pull. Noon. Admission: $5. FREE parking. Rain date: 10/3. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Rt. 178, Crownsville. Info: 410.923.3400, www.aacountyfair.org.
Oct. 2 - 28th Annual Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival. Hundreds of boat builders & enthusiasts from all over the region display their skiffs, kayaks & canoes. 10am-5pm. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. Info: 410.745.2916, www.cbmm.org.
Oct. 2 - Historical Society of Kent County presents Chestertown Historic House Tour. Self-guided walking tour of houses in Chestertown’s Historic District. 1-5pm. Tickets: $25/adults (advance), $30/adults (day of tour). Discount for groups of 25 or more w/advance ticket purchase. Info/tickets: 410.778.3499, www.kentcountyhistory.org.
Oct. 2 - Tails & Trails Dog Walk at Adkins Arboretum. Celebrate dog ownership & help raise money for homeless animals. 10am-2pm. Proceeds benefit animals served by Caroline County Humane Society. 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.820.1600, www.carolinehumane.org.
Oct. 2 - 1st Annual Oktober Faith Fest. Theme: “Walking in the Light.” Participants incl. Christian-based organizations, churches, musical groups, biblical re-enactors, Christian vendors & more. Event T-shirts, memorabilia & local food available. 10am-4pm. FREE. Talbot St. & in & around Muskrat Park, St. Michaels. Info: 410.770.9808.
Oct. 2 - Gunston Day School’s Centennial Celebration, Classic Car Show & Rummage Sale. Featuring car show, 5K Run/Walk, rummage sale, boat tours of the Corsica River, used book sale, great food & more. 10am-2pm. FREE. Car show registration: $10/advance, $12/day of event. 911 Gunston Rd., Centreville. Info: 410.758.0620, www.gunstondayschool.org.
Oct. 2 & 3 - Fall Craft Festival. Handmade crafts by local artists. 10/2, 9:30am-5pm; 10/3, 9:30am-3pm. Rain or shine. FREE admission & parking. nne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Rt. 178, Crownsville. Info: 410.923.3400, www.aacountyfair.org.
Oct. 2 & 3 - Riverside WineFest at Sotterley. Wine tastings, demos, exhibits, live music, children's activities, fine artisan vendors, tours, food & more. Noon-6pm. Tickets: $17/advance (prior to 9/24), $20/at gate, $15/designated drivers, $5/ages 6-20, FREE/children under 6. Sotterley Plantation, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood. Info: 301.373.2280, www.sotterley.org.
Oct. 2 & 3 - Color & Light Society Art Exhibition at Riverside WineFest at Sotterley Plantation. On hand to provide art demonstrations & acquaint the public w/art education, 14 society members will also exhibit their original oil, watercolor, pastel, colored pencil, textile paintings, prints & cards. Noon-6pm. Held in the barn, Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood. Info: 301.373.2280, www.sotterley.org.
Oct. 3 - First Sunday Arts Festival. Outdoor activities that take place up & down Inner West St. on the 1st Sun. of the month through Oct. & celebrate local visual & performing artists. Noon-5pm. Info: www.goweststreet.com.
Oct. 3 - 20th Annual West Annapolis Oktoberfest. Join the festivities at 1 of Annapolis’ premier street fairs where everyone can be German for the day. Authentic German food, beer, vendor booths, crafts, music, dancing & special kids’ zone. 10am-5pm. Annapolis St. from Taylor Ave. to Melvin St. in West Annapolis. Info: 410.280.1545.
Oct. 3 - 2010 Komen Maryland Race for the Cure®. Hunt Valley. Info/registration: 410.938.8990, www.komenmd.org.
Oct. 3 - MHCA presents Zirk der Ruhe. Theatrical performance of thrills, grace & comedic spectacle. 3pm. Tickets: $20, $15/members. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: www.marylandhall.org.
Oct. 7 - 11 - 41st Annual U.S. Sailboat Show. Featuring new racing & cruising sailboats, smaller sailboats, sailing equipment, accessories & gear & seminars. 10/7 (Trade/Press/VIP Day), 10am-6pm; 10/8-10/10, 10am-6:30pm; 10/11, 10am-5pm. Tickets: $35/VIP Day, general admission days - $17/adults, $4/children ages 7-12, FREE/children 6 & under. City Dock & Harbor, Annapolis. Info: 410.268.8828, www.usboat.com.
Oct. 8 - Registration Deadline for Pumpkin Carving Contest at Kinder Farm Park. Show off your pumpkin at the pumpkin painting & carving contest during the Fall Harvest Festival on 10/9. 10am-3pm. You must pre-register your pumpkin by 10/8 by 4pm. No late registrations accepted. Drop off finished pumpkins on 10/9 betw.10am & noon. Stop by Kinder Farm Park Office to pick up registration form. 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd., Millersville. Info: 410.222.6115, www.kinderfarmpark.org.
Oct. 8 & 9 - She-Sale Consignment Event. Ladies, juniors & home décor. 10/8, 9am-5pm; 10/9, 8am-noon (half-price day). Columbian Center, 335 Ritchie Hwy., Severna Park. Info: SheSaleConsignment.com.
Oct. 9 - Island Bay Day. Outdoor music festival featuring live music on 2 stages. Proceeds benefit Wounded Warriors at Walter Reed Medical Center. 11:30am-11pm. Tickets: $20. Kent Island American Legion Post 278, 800 Romancoke Rd., Stevensville.
Info/tickets: www.islandbayday.com.
Oct. 9 - Eastport Yacht Club (EYC) hosts Boat Show Bash. Outdoor dance party. Dance under the stars to live music at EYC’s Sycamore Point location, 317 First St., Annapolis. 6-11pm. Rain or shine. Tickets: $10/advance, $15/at gate. Info/tickets: www.eastportyc.org or e-mail EYCBash@gmail.com.
Oct. 9 - Fall Festival at Adkins Arboretum. Enjoy a day of live music, artisans & crafters, pony rides, kids’ activities & more. 11am-3pm. Fee: $15/family (members); $20/family (general public). 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.634.2847, ext. 0, www.adkinsarboretum.org.
Oct. 9 - Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Kinder Farm Park. Day of fun for the whole family. Featuring children’s games, scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, hayrides, antique tractor display, farm animal display, blacksmith demos, food, live music, local vendors & more. 10am-4pm. 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd., Millersville. Info: 410.222.6115, www.kinderfarmpark.org.
Oct. 9 & 10 - Patuxent River Appreciation Days. Toy boat building, local musicians, juried arts & crafts fair, games, environmental displays & activities & more. 10am-5pm. Parade: 10/10, 2pm. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. For info & schedule of events, visit www.pradinc.org or call 410.326.2042, ext. 41.
Oct. 14 - 17 - 39th Annual U.S. Powerboat Show. Nation's oldest in-water powerboat show. Featuring hundreds of new powerboats, nautical equipment & accessories & boat demos. 10/14 (Trade, Press, VIP Day), 10am-6pm; 10/15 &10/16, 10am-6:30pm; 10/17, 10am-6pm. Tickets: $35/VIP Day, general admission days - $17/adults, $4/children ages 7-12, FREE/children 6 & under. City Dock & Harbor, Annapolis. Info: 410.268.8828, www.usboat.com.
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