Calendar of Events
June 27 – Public Paddle on the John Smith Trail. Spend a morning with Sultana Projects' trained staff paddling some of the most pristine sections of the National Park Service's new Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail as well as adjacent river trails. Canoes are provided, so just bring a day-pack and be ready to explore. Chester River/Bogles Wharf Landing.
June 27 – Canal Day in historic South Chesapeake City. Street fair, antiques, arts, crafts, food, music. Parking is $10. Handicapped accessible. Benefits CCDA, Pell Gardens and Museum. Call Harriett Davis at 410.885.2415 for more information.
June 27 – Public Sail on the Schooner Sultana. Come sailing on Chestertown's own 1768 schooner SULTANA. This two-hour public sail on the Chester River is an incredible experience for sailors of all ages. Passengers are encouraged to help raise sail, steer using the schooner's seven-foot long tiller and explore the authentically reproduced crew's quarters below decks. SULTANA's public sails are very popular, so advance reservations are strongly recommended.
June 27 – Story time in Fountain Park. The Kent County Public Library is sponsoring story time in Fountain Park. 12 noon. Anne Woodall 410.778.3636 for more information.
June 30 – Free Pizza Night at the Alley Teen Center. The center offers an after school tutoring program and recreational activities for ages 13 – 17 years old. 5pm. 327 High Street, Chestertown.
July 1 – The Garden Puppet Theatre Museum. Will hold special exhibits of a variety of fairy tale puppets and The Barnyard Follies emceed by rod puppet Hayfever the Scarecrow and barnyard animals. All day throughout July, Visitor Center.
July 2 – 4th of July Celebration. Enjoy a fun filled family day that will include food, entertainment and fireworks. Thursday, 6-9pm Chesapeake Exploration Center, Kent Narrows, Chester.
July 3 – Guided Canoe Trip – Tuckahoe State Park. Join park staff for an entertaining and educational canoe trip up Tuckahoe Creek. Trip will depart from the boathouse; reservations required (call park office) $6 adults, $4 youth Friday, 6:00 p.m.
July 3 – “Color My World”. The Artists' Gallery will be featuring one of our six partners, Jeanne Saulsbury. She does beautiful landscapes and still lifes in oil. 5-8 pm, The Artist’s Gallery, 239 High Street, Chestertown.
July 3 – Cecil County Farmer’s Market. 3-7 pm. Corner of Howard and Bow Streets, Elkton (under the pavilion)
July 3 – Chestertown’s First Fridays. Extended Shop hours, with arts and entertainment throughout Historic Downtown Chestertown. 5-8 pm. For a list of activities, please visit www.kentcounty.com/artsentertainment
July 3 – First Friday Independent Film Series. MOTHER OF MINE-Finland/Sweden 105 minutes. 2:30 pm. Chestertown Branch KCPL
July 3 – Rock Hall’s 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 4th For more information call Art Willis 410-778-1342
July 3 – Live Entertainment: Second Sight performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. Flashback performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 3-31 – Seascapes. Our streams, rivers, and the bay may be our focus. What is happening to our oceans? What joyful, calming views can we share to show the Earth's oceans are our treasure too? Located at 306 Park Row in Chestertown. For more information call 410-778-6300 or email artworkschestertown@gmail.com or visit www.artworkschestertown.org
July 3-August 29 – Patterns. The patterns around us in color, form, and over time. First Friday 5-8pm. Thursday and Friday 11am-4pm and Saturday 10am-4pm. 312 Cannon Street, Chestertown.
July 4 – 28th Annual Rock Hall July 4th Flat Five. 28th annual Flat Five Foot Race for men and women in 7 categories, starting near the town office and finishing in the center of town. Same day registration from 7 - 8am. Starts at 8am. Entry fee is $10.00. For more information or to pre-register call 410-639-2825 or email herrmannnesspor@verizon.net
July 4 – Annual Rock Hall July 4th Parade. Old-fashioned parade begins at 10am on Main Street. Then head for the Rock Hall Community Center for a taste of local food, festivities, music, crafts & more. For more information call 410-639-7611 or visit www.rockhallmd.com
July 4 – Independence Day Celebration. Patriotic ceremony at memorial of Maryland's own signer of the Declaration of Independence on the grounds of Houghton House followed by keynote address. Saturday, 11:00 a.m., The Aspen Institute/Houghton House.
July 4 - Sassafras Harbor Boat Parade and Fireworks. Decorated boat parade on the Sassafras River at 5pm. Dress your boat and joy the fun. Trophies and prizes awarded. Fireworks follow at dark. Georgetown Harbor Sassafras River. FREE! For more information call 410-275-1200. 5 pm. Sassafras Harbor, Georgetown.
July 4 - Chestertown's July 4th Fireworks. Experience the 4th in a small, historic town. Fireworks at dusk. FREE! For more information call 410-778-0500 or visit www.chestertown.com for viewing areas.
July 4 – New Line Brass Band. Big, brassy New Orleans-style parade music based on the tradition of Olympia, Treme, and the Dirty Dozen. The New Line Brass Band combines the talent and experience of the members of the Dixie Power Trio with one of Washington/Baltimore's finest horn lines. Call for reservations at 410-639-9133. Tickets are $15. 8 pm. The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
July 4 – Live Entertainment: Top Hat Millionaire performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. The Blake Thompson Band performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 5&9 - All-You-Can-Eat-Breakfast at Galena Fire House, Galena. 7:30-11 pm.
July 5 – Kent County Watermen’s Day. 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. Food, music, dunking booth and fun for the entire family. Proceeds go towards scholarship fund for a waterman's child or grandchild. Rock Hall Bulkhead. $1 admission. 1pm. For more information call 410-639-7733
July 5 - Live Entertainment: Blind Willie performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 8 – Country/Bluegrass Festival. 7 pm. Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company
July 10 – Live Entertainment: Jack the Penguin performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. None the Wiser performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 11 - 18th Annual Maryland Swim for Life. The District of Columbia Aquatics Club (DCAC) is proud to host the 18the Annual Maryland Swim for Life community fundraiser. DCAC invites all swimmers, old and new, to participate in the 1, 2, 3, 4, or 5 mile swim. DCAC also invites kayakers, boaters, and other volunteers to participate in this day of community spirit. 7-8:30 a.m. registration. Rolph's Wharf Marina.
July 11 - Public Paddle on the John Smith Trail. Spend a morning with Sultana Projects' trained staff paddling some of the most pristine sections of the National Park Service's new Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail as well as adjacent river trails. Canoes are provided, so just bring a day-pack and be ready to explore. 10am - 1pm.
July 11 – A Midsummer Night’s Dance. Celebrate midsummer by dancing the night away at the Mainstay. Music by Sam's Jazzy Swing Band. Call for reservations. Tickets are $10. 8 pm. The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
July 11 – Live Entertainment: Backlash performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. Jennifer Rose and the Mixx perform at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 12 - Live Entertainment: The Elliots perform at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 13 – Sixth Annual “Birdies for the Bay”. Enjoy a day of fine golfing, food and prizes at Hunters Oak Golf Club in Queenstown to benefit the Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center. Scramble format, 11:00 a.m. shotgun start, dinner and awards at 4:00 p.m. $125/person. Space is limited. 410.827.6694
July 16-18 - Kent County Fair. The Kent County Fair is a traditional county fair featuring great food, 4-H and community exhibits, animals, tractors, rides, games and entertainment. The focus of the fair is agricultural education and providing educational opportunities for county youth. The greased pig contest, bull-riding and the 4-H livestock and cake auctions are popular fair events. Each evening features different foods including a fish fry and pit beef on Thursday, pork BBQ on Friday and chicken BBQ on Saturday. Plan a great escape right in your own back yard! Visit the Kent County Fair! 8 am – 10 pm. Kent Agriculture Center, Tolchester.
July 16 – Downtown Classic Car Show. Live entertainment, dash plaques, trophies, and door prizes. 5-8 pm. North and Main Street, Elkton, MD
July 16 – Santa Cruz River Band. 7:30 pm. Call for reservations at 410-639-9133. Tickets are $15. The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
July 17 – Live Entertainment: Blind Willy performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. Nothing But Trouble performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 18 - Live Entertainment: Damage Control performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. East Roc performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 18 - Public Paddle on the John Smith Trail. Spend a morning with Sultana Projects' trained staff paddling some of the most pristine sections of the National Park Service's new Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail as well as adjacent river trails. Canoes are provided, so just bring a day-pack and be ready to explore. 10am - 1pm.
July 18 - Music at Oyster Court: Banjo Man and Bill with Tom Anthony. FREE! This is the first in a series of three free concerts in Oyster Court. It features Mainstay founder Tom McHugh on banjo, blues harp, vocals and kazoo, Bill Matthews on vocals and guitar, and Tom Anthony on the upright bass. 7 pm. Oyster Court, behind the Mainstay in Rock Hall
July 19 - Live Entertainment: D’Vibe and Conga performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 23 – Chestertown Crazy Days. Not just your average sidewalk sale. This is Downtown's famous Crazy Days sale, in the historic district. Once a year, specialty shops display bargains on the red-brick sidewalks of Chestertown. For more information visit www.chestertown.com. 9-5 pm.
July 24 – Live Entertainment: Drunk Unkle performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. Route 1 Country Band performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 25 - Music in the Park. 15th season of Music in the Park by the fountain in Historic Downtown Chestertown. Bring a blanket or chair. 7-8:30 pm, Free-donations appreciated. Concerts every other Saturday night, June through August.
July 25 - Storytime in the Fountain Park. The Kent County Public Library is sponsoring storytime in the Fountain Park. 12 noon.
July 25 – Annual Bull Roast. Roast beef, fried chicken, corn cakes, and much more.
Adults/$17, Children/$10, under 5/free, Take out/$15. Sponsored by St. Dennis Church. 2-6 pm. Galena, MD.
July 25 – Cecil County Fair. Old-fashioned country fair with rodeo, demolition derby, midway, truck and tractor pulls, 4H exhibits, and entertainment.. Admission fee $5 adults ages 13-59, $2 children 6-12 and seniors, under 6 free. Free parking. Contact Debbie Harris at 410-392-3440 for more information. Cecil County Fair Grounds, 4640 Telegraph Road, MD Rt. 273), Elkton, MD
July 25 – Beach Bumz. It's a beach party at the Mainstay! A tribute to the music of Jimmy Buffett, the Beach Boys and Bob Marley sponsored by Smilin' Jakes, Main Street's tropical apparel store. Call for reservations at 410-639-9133. Tickets are $15. 8 pm. The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
July 25 – Live Entertainment: The Blake Thompson Band performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. Flashback performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 26 – Kent Island Fireman’s Carnival – Stevensville. 59th Annual Fireman's Carnival - helps to raise funds for Volunteer Fire Dept. equipment and maintenance. Fireman's Parade, games, food, special ride nights, fireworks, and fun for the whole family! Sunday - Saturday 6:00 to 11:00 p.m. Kent Island High School, Stevensville Kent Island Volunteer Fire Company 410.643.5454
July 26 - Live Entertainment: Slip String Road Show Band performs at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
July 28 - Free Pizza Night @ the Alley Teen Center. The Alley Teen Center offers an after-school tutoring program and recreational activities for your ages 13 - 17 years old. 5 pm. 327 High Street, Chestertown
July 31 – Thunder on the Bay 2009. All Donzi Poker Run. $100 per boat (2 persons); more people - extra $; prizes and give-aways. When: Friday night - Captain's meeting 7:30 pm - ?; Saturday 9 am - ? Where: Nauti Goose; final destination Susky's River Grill
July 31 – Live Entertainment: Route 1 Band performs at the Harbor Shack, Rock Hall. The Elliot’s perform at Waterman’s, Rock Hall.
August 8-9 – Rock Hall’s Pirates and Wenches Fantasy Weekend. Avast me hearties! Buccaneers and landlubbers of all ages - come by land or come by sea to Rock Hall for a town-wide theme party you won't forget! Decorated dinghy flotilla, Caribbean beach party, pirate ship cruises, treasure hunts, entertainment, sea shanties, contests, games, and more for the whole family. Costumes and acts of piracy encouraged! For more information, visit www.rockhallpirates.com.
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