The mowers are heading back to Bowles Farms for another weekend of racing, family fun, and community support. The 20th Annual St. Mary’s County National Lawn Mower Races will take place on Friday, July 31, and Saturday, August 1, 2026, at Bowles Farms, located at 22880 Budds Creek Road in Clements, Maryland, near the...
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July brings a full month of family-friendly programs, summer camps, live entertainment, and Chesapeake Bay adventures to the Calvert Marine Museum. Highlights include the annual Sharkfest! celebration on July 11, a special 4th of July Fireworks Cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison, Family Fun Friday programs throughout the month, and a live performance by country...
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St. Mary’s County Recreation & Parks is excited to announce the return of Friday Summer Skate at Leonard Hall Recreation Center. The Summer Skate season begins Friday, June 26, 2026, and continues through August 14, 2026. Each Friday, families can enjoy a fun-filled afternoon of roller skating in the indoor arena from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.,...
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June brings an exciting lineup of events to the Calvert Marine Museum, highlighted by the high-energy ALMOST QUEEN concert with Separate Ways The Band on June 13 and the museum’s new Shell-A-Bration event celebrating National Seashell Day on June 20. From live music and on-the-water adventures to hands-on family programs and seasonal experiences, visitors...
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May 23 & 24, 2026, 10 AM – 7 PM, Brudergarten Beer Garden, 22725 Duke Street, Leonardtown, MD An Enchanted Weekend of Entertainment, Food, and Fantasy for the Whole Family Huzzah, y’all! The Lord Mayor of the medieval Town of Leonard invites you to step into a world of fantasy and imagination at RenFest...
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CHESAPEAKE BEACH, Md. (April 28, 2026) – Following a multi-phase transformation, Rod ’N’ Reel Resort today announced it is entering its next chapter as a fully revitalized waterfront destination on the Chesapeake Bay, ahead of the summer season. Blending more than 80 years of history with modern amenities and new experiences, the family-owned resort now offers a...
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May brings a full lineup of events to the Calvert Marine Museum, from the return of seasonal experiences to signature celebrations like the Solomons Maritime Festival. Visitors can enjoy hands-on activities, on-the-water adventures, and family-friendly programs throughout the month. The museum also marks a meaningful milestone with the 15th anniversary of Night at the...
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MarylandFest is taking over Historic St. Mary’s City on Saturday, May 2, 2026, from 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM, with a day filled with fun, food, and drinks! MarylandFest is a family-friendly event sponsored by Historic St. Mary’s City Foundation and Patuxent Dental. With live music, local food, beer, wine, and beverage vendors, and...
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O’Gannigans, a family-owned and operated Irish pub-style restaurant located at 98 Solomons Island Road South, will permanently close after April 30, 2026. The restaurant has long been a staple in the community, offering a family-friendly atmosphere with a mix of American-style food and traditional Irish dishes. Popular menu items have included corned beef and...
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Prince George’s County Executive Aisha N. Braveboy welcomes Kevin Durant’s 35V and TPA Group as the new ownership team for the former Six Flags property, marking an exciting new chapter for one of the County’s most significant redevelopment opportunities. “We are excited about the vision, energy, and opportunity this new ownership team brings to...
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The St. Mary’s County Chamber of Commerce has announced the 2026 Bubby Knott Philanthropist of the Year Award and the 2026 Bubby Knott Non-Profit of the Year Award, recognizing individuals and organizations making a meaningful impact in the community. Both awards will be presented during the Chamber’s annual gala scheduled for May 14, 2026....
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Ahead of their single game tickets going on sale on March 6th, The Southern Maryland Blue Crabs announced today a special community partnership with the Humane Society of Charles County to support the non-profit animal shelter, who is facing potential closure due to financial issues. The Humane Society of Charles County, which has served...
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From interactive living history to family-friendly workshops, Historic St. Mary’s City invites visitors to discover something new this March at Maryland’s first capital. March 3 – Registration Opens: Spring Break & Homeschool Programs – registration opens for Historic St. Mary’s City’s Spring Break programs and Homeschool Workshops. Hands-on history experiences fill quickly; early registration...
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FOX Sports and NHRA are also scheduling NHRA Lucas Oil Drag Racing Series broadcasts, as well as shows featuring the NHRA Pro Mod Drag Racing Series across the FOX Sports networks. Maryland International Raceway is proud to announce that we will be an NHRA sanctioned track starting in 2026. In addition, MIR will be the...
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Spring begins to surface at the Calvert Marine Museum (CMM) with a month full of hands-on programs, family-friendly activities, and live music. From fossil identification and animal encounters to concerts and special celebrations, March offers something for every age and interest. Dive in and discover what’s happening all month long at CMM. For the...
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The Leonardtown Business Association invites the community to Fall in Love with Leonardtown during a weekend filled with charm, celebration, and local flair. The festivities kick off with First Friday, featuring a full day of fun throughout town. Visitors can enjoy extended shopping hours, special promotions, delicious dining, live entertainment, and the welcoming atmosphere that makes Leonardtown...
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Bob Hall Beverage Company, a 92-year-old family-owned beer and beverage distributor serving Calvert, Charles and Prince George’s Counties, is proud to bring the world famous Budweiser Clydesdales to two local parades this coming week to celebrate the holidays with the communities they love and serve. “For more than 90 years, this community has supported us, and we...
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The holiday season begins in Leonardtown when Santa arrives for Christmas on the Square & the Annual Tree Lighting Ceremony in the Town Square on Friday, November 28, 2025. The festivities begin at 4:30 PM with holiday music, entertainment, sleigh rides, train rides, hayrides, live nativity, balloon art, face painting, children’s crafts, hot drinks,...
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Historic St. Mary’s City invites the public to celebrate the holiday season at Frost Fair on Saturday, December 6, 2025, from 1–6 p.m. Inspired by traditional holiday markets, this festive outdoor event will feature family activities, live entertainment, and seasonal cheer. Guests can enjoy holiday decorations, carolers, and even a ride with Santa aboard...
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The Calvert Marine Museum is celebrating the holiday season with festive family fun all month long. Visitors can experience the joy of the Solomons Christmas Walk on Saturday, Dec. 13, with live music, crafts, Santa visits, and free museum admission. The celebration continues with Winter Break Programming, offering engaging, hands-on activities for children from...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, which oversees Piney Point Lighthouse Museum & Historic Park, is proud to announce the return of Evening Tides: Candlelight Christmas at Piney Point this holiday season after a successful launch in 2024. On Saturday, November 29, 2025, from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., visitors are invited to a...
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The Neighborhood Creative Arts Center (NCAC) invites families, children, and community members to help spread the word and join in the 6th Annual Giving Fair, a joyful celebration of creativity and generosity, on Saturday, November 22 from 10:00 AM to 1:00 PM at Grace Lutheran Church’s Family Life Center (1200 Charles Street, La Plata)....
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Come on down to the Ridge firehouse to give Santa your Christmas list and receive an ornament and goodies! Take photos with Santa with your own camera. Santa arrives around 6:30pm. Please bring a canned good to donate to our local food bank!!! The Ridge Volunteer Fire Department will hold its annual Community Tree...
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The Calvert Marine Museum in Solomons invites visitors to enjoy a variety of educational and family-friendly events this November—from fossil identification to honoring our veterans—and to take advantage of fabulous shopping opportunities at the Museum Store. For the full calendar of November events, visit our website www.calvertmarinemuseum.com Sundays, Nov. 2, 9, 16, 23, and...
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St. Mary’s County Government’s Museum Division, which oversees Piney Point Lighthouse Museum, St. Clement’s Island Museum, and the Old Jail Museum is pleased to present special events and exhibits during the holiday season. Piney Point Lighthouse Museum Holiday Family Open House (Sunday, November 30, 2025, from 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.). Kick off the...
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