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October 2024 Events at Historic St. Mary’s City

October 2024 Events at Historic St. Mary’s City

October, 1. Tuesday.   Members Only – “Color Me Autumn” from 4:30 – 6:30 p.m., Chancellor’s Point Natural History Area HSMC members are invited to join a private session with HSMC groundskeeper Kim in this talk about all things fall in St. Mary’s City. Activities will include pumpkin decorating and leaf collecting. Registration is required....
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October 2024 Events at the Calvert Marine Museum

October 2024 Events at the Calvert Marine Museum

Let the fall festivities begin with an array of museum events to choose from. Enjoy a FREE event for the entire family, Homeschool Day in Solomons, spirited cruises on the Witchcraft, and more! Mark your calendars for all the fun ahead. For more information, please visit: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Wednesday through Sunday, the month of Oct....
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Dive in and “Taste the Beaches” A Town of Chesapeake Beach Event on Saturday, September 21, 2024

Dive in and “Taste the Beaches” A Town of Chesapeake Beach Event on Saturday, September 21, 2024

Get ready to immerse yourself in the flavors of the Chesapeake Beach at Taste the Beaches, an annual event that promises a day of culinary delights, community spirit, and breathtaking bay views. Join us Saturday, September 21st, from 11 am to 3 pm at Baia Coastal Kitchen and Wine Bar in Chesapeake Beach, MD!...
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The Town of Chesapeake Beach Releases Water Park Conceptual Designs for Improvements

The Town of Chesapeake Beach Releases Water Park Conceptual Designs for Improvements

The Town Council of the Town of Chesapeake Beach released three (3) conceptual designs for improvements of the Chesapeake Beach Water Park based on citizen feedback and third-party geotechnical analysis during the September 10, 2024, Town Council Work Session. Each conceptual plan incorporates a rough order of magnitude (ROM) estimate of cost. These costs...
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Superhero Sunday! Calling All Heroes and Those Who Want to See Them! Meet Your Local Fire & EMS Volunteers on Sunday, September 15, 2024

Superhero Sunday! Calling All Heroes and Those Who Want to See Them!  Meet Your Local Fire & EMS Volunteers on Sunday, September 15, 2024

Get ready for a day of fun, excitement, and community spirit! Mark your calendars for Sunday, September 15th, 2024, from 10 AM to 1 PM and head to the newly opened Ward Farm and Nature Park for an unforgettable event that brings our local heroes into the spotlight. This event is a fantastic opportunity...
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Family Fest On The Potomac River: Free Fun Event for The Whole Family!

Family Fest On The Potomac River: Free Fun Event for The Whole Family!

Get ready for a full day of family fun along the scenic Potomac River at the Piney Point Lighthouse! The Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums invite everyone to enjoy an exciting lineup of activities, entertainment, and delicious food at this year’s FamilyFest on Saturday, September 14th, 2024. 10:00 a.m., to...
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NOISE ADVISORY: PyroJam Event on Saturday, August 24th, 2024 in St. Leonard

NOISE ADVISORY: PyroJam Event on Saturday, August 24th, 2024 in St. Leonard

This Saturday, August 24, 2024, the PyroJam event will be held at Jefferson Patterson Park in St. Leonard, MD. The show is scheduled from 3 p.m., to 10:30 p.m. Please be aware that the event will include fireworks displays and the sounds of explosions, which may be heard throughout Calvert, St. Mary’s, and Charles...
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Calvert County Marine Museum September 2024 Events!

Calvert County Marine Museum September 2024 Events!

This September, 2024, the museum is excited to host a series of engaging events designed to inspire and delight. We invite friends and families to our Night at the Museum for Friends with Disabilities, Pirate Day, public Fossil lecture, and more! For more information, please visit: www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Select days in the month of September...
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The Budweiser Clydesdales Are Coming to Southern Maryland!

The Budweiser Clydesdales Are Coming to Southern Maryland!

To celebrate 14 years of partnership with Folds of Honor, a nonprofit organization that provides families of fallen or disabled U.S. service members and families of first responders with scholarships toward educational opportunities, Budweiser and the iconic Clydesdales are embarking on a cross-country tour – and they’re coming to Southern Maryland. There will be...
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Little Flower School Annual Patriot Day Run/Walk to Honor 9/11 and Local ‘Patriots’ on September 7th, 2024

Little Flower School Annual Patriot Day Run/Walk to Honor 9/11 and Local ‘Patriots’ on September 7th, 2024

Little Flower School will host its ninth annual Patriot Day 5K run/walk September 7 to commemorate the anniversary of Sept. 11 and honor local patriots: military members, firefighters, police officers and emergency medical technicians. Participants can run or walk the 5K course, which begins at the school campus in Great Mills at 8:30 a.m....
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Lusby Native Kaitlyn Croker to Open for Cole Swindell Concert on August 16th, 2024

Lusby Native Kaitlyn Croker to Open for Cole Swindell Concert on August 16th, 2024

In a thrilling hometown moment, Nashville-based rising star Kaitlyn Croker is set to open for multi-Platinum-selling superstar Cole Swindell at the Motto Mortgage Preferred and RE/Max One Pavilion at Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) on August 16, 2024. This landmark performance marks a major milestone in Kaitlyn’s rapidly ascending career. Since her powerful November 2023...
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Indigenous Heritage Day at Historic St. Mary’s City on September 7th, 2024

Indigenous Heritage Day at Historic St. Mary’s City on September 7th, 2024

Join Historic St. Mary’s City (HSMC) for Indigenous Heritage Day on Saturday, September 7, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. This annual event will feature continuous demonstrations in the Woodland Indian Hamlet exhibit area of the outdoor museum. Indigenous Heritage Day promises a culturally enriching experience for all ages and a delightful way...
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Experience the Eclectic Sounds of the Tara Hofman Group at the 15th Annual Art Blooms Opening Reception

Experience the Eclectic Sounds of the Tara Hofman Group at the 15th Annual Art Blooms Opening Reception

Get ready for an enchanting evening of music and art at the 15th Annual Art Blooms Opening Reception! On Friday, August 2nd, from 5 PM to 8 PM, the Tara Hofman Group will set the mood with their eclectic, laid-back tunes, creating a perfect backdrop for a night of cultural enjoyment. This event promises...
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Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department Hosting Their 75th Anniversary Open House Event This Saturday!

Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department Hosting Their 75th Anniversary Open House Event This Saturday!

Seventh District Volunteer Fire Department 75th Anniversary Open House and Block Party on Saturday, July 27th, 2024, doors open at 2:00 p.m., live music and events to 9:00 p.m. As part of the events honoring our 75 years of service to the community, we wanted to open our doors and invite you in for...
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SHARKFEST! at Calvert Marine Museum This Saturday, July 13, 2024

SHARKFEST! at Calvert Marine Museum This Saturday, July 13, 2024

Celebrate the ultimate apex predator of the marine world at one of the museum’s most popular events. SHARKFEST returns to the Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) on Saturday, July 13 from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. Sharks are one of the world’s most riveting creatures and SHARKFEST is a chance to learn more about them....
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Wildewood and Town Creek Fourth of July 2024 Parade Routes and Times!

Wildewood and Town Creek Fourth of July 2024 Parade Routes and Times!

On Thursday, July 4, 2024, the Bay District Volunteer Fire Department is again participating in their annual Fourth of July Parade in Town Creek. This year, they join the Wildewood subdivision in Magnolia Park for their 5th Annual Parade. The parade starts at 9:30 a.m., on Primevere Drive and Lilliflora Drive. Apparatus will travel...
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Historic St. Mary’s City River Concert and Fireworks on July 5th, 2024

Historic St. Mary’s City River Concert and Fireworks on July 5th, 2024

A Southern Maryland tradition, this family-friendly music festival, and winner of two Governor’s Awards for Arts, Tourism, and Community Economic Development will again be held on the St. Mary’s College Townhouse Green every Friday evening from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. (grounds opening at 5 p.m.) from June 21 through July 19. Fireworks (weather...
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Historic St. Mary’s City July 2024 Programs and Events!

Historic St. Mary’s City July 2024 Programs and Events!

July Programs in Historic St. Mary’s City moves to summer hours on July 3,Wednesday through Sunday, 10:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. July 4.  Senior Thursdays – Senior Thursdays will be a free day that is offered every first Thursday every month for seniors 65 & older July 10—12.  Summer Adventure Day Workshops   Summer is the...
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Fourth at the Wharf in Leonardtown! Thursday, July 4th, 2024

Fourth at the Wharf in Leonardtown! Thursday, July 4th, 2024

Join us at the Leonardtown Wharf for an afternoon of contests, activities, yard games, tasty food, and a FREE live concert featuring Midnight Sunsets! This special event is brought to you by the Town of Leonardtown, the Leonardtown Business Association, and with the support of our generous sponsors, Jimmy Hayden of RE/MAX 100, Mattingley...
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Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Carnival is Back!! July 11-14th & July 18-21st, 2024

Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s Annual Carnival is Back!! July 11-14th & July 18-21st, 2024

The Annual Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department’s Carnival is back!!! With dates set for Thursday July 11th to Sunday July 14th, and then Thursday, July 18 to Sunday, July 21st! Carnival is open from 7:00 p.m., until 10:00 p.m. Mark you calendars and bring your family out for some great food, fun games and exciting...
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Don’t Miss Discounted Ticket Prices for the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival

Don’t Miss Discounted Ticket Prices for the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival

As the weekend of the Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival approaches, the Friends of St. Clement’s Island & Piney Point Museums encourage the public to purchase their tickets to this popular music and seafood event as soon as possible, to enjoy the discounted advanced-purchase rate of $95 per person. Ticket cost increases at the...
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Free Admission for Dads on Father’s Day at St. Mary’s County Museums

Free Admission for Dads on Father’s Day at St. Mary’s County Museums

On Father’s Day, June 16, 2024, St. Clement’s Island Museum in Colton’s Point and Piney Point Lighthouse Museum in Piney Point, will offer free museum admission for dads during normal operating hours, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Please note regular admission prices apply to others in the party: St. Clement’s Island Museum: $3 for...
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Enjoy A Free Day of Family Fun at St. Clement’s Island Heritage Day on June 1st, 2024

Enjoy A Free Day of Family Fun at St. Clement’s Island Heritage Day on June 1st, 2024

St. Clement’s Island Heritage Day, a family-friendly event set to occur on June 1, 2024, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at St. Clement’s Island Museum and St. Clements Island State Park, encourages the public to visit and become acquainted with the island’s past through activities relating to its history, culture, heritage and ecology....
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June 2024 Events at the Calvert Marine Museum

June 2024 Events at the Calvert Marine Museum

Summer is in full swing at the museum! From lighthouse tours and cruises on the river to animals and a special celebration at Lore Oyster House, you will have many great events to choose from this month. Also, our first Waterside Music Series concert of the season kicks off June 28 with Boyz II...
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St. Clement’s Island Museum & Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Offering Free Admission to Military Members from May to September

St. Clement’s Island Museum & Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Offering Free Admission to Military Members from May to September

Through the Blue Stars Museum Program, the St. Mary’s County Museum Division will offer free admission to museums and historic sites for actively serving members of the armed forces, as well as up to 5 family members, from Armed Forces Day (Saturday, May 18, 2024) until Labor Day (Monday, September 2, 2024). Participating sites...
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