Southern Maryland’s Calendar of Events

Southern Maryland’s Calendar of Events

EVENTS AND ACTIVITIES TO HELP YOU MAKE THE MOST OUT OF YOUR SUMMER!

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YEAR-ROUND

 

La Plata Farmer’s Market and Craft Fair, Charles County Courthouse parking lot. Sat. 8 a.m.-3 p.m.; Wed. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. 301-934-8421.

 

Invasive Plant Removal, Chapman Forest and Ruth Swann Park, Bryans Road. First Sundays and second Saturdays, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Wear long sleeves and pants, sturdy walking boots/shoes, and gloves. 301-283-0808; http://www.mattawomanwatershedsociety.org 

 

JULY

 

Summerseat Farm Open House, Mechanicsville, off Rt. 235. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Open to the public for self-guided tours of the property and guided tours of the house. 301-373-6607; http://www.summerseat.org.

 

Solomons Fireworks. Dusk. http://www.solomonsmaryland.com.

 

July 5-7

 

July 7

Summer Fun Days, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 10-11:30 a.m. Free children’s programs, crafts, games and exploration of the museum and its history. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

 

July 8
Wolf’s Hot Rods & Old Gas Open Blues Jam, Fat Boys Country Store, 41566 Medleys Neck Rd., Leonardtown. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 301-475-6820; http://www.wolfsmusicweekly.com.

River Concert Series,

St. Mary’s College of Maryland, St. Mary’s City, off Rt. 5. 7 p.m. Weekly world-class concerts featuring the Chesapeake Orchestra. 240-895-4107;

http://www.riverconcertseries.org.

July 8-31

“Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory,”Port Tobacco Players, 508 Charles St., La Plata. Fri.- Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m. 301-932-6819; http://www.ptplayers.com. $

 

July 9

Lighthouse Open House, Point Lookout State Park, Scotland, off Rt. 5. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Self-guided tours of the lighthouse are open to the public with volunteers and Friends group on site. 301-872-5688; http://www.pllps.org. $

 

SHARKFEST!, Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Get up close and personal with sharks. Fish face painting, marine games, shark crafts, displays by the Fossil Club and shark mural painting. 410-326-2042; http://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. $ 

 

Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival, St. Clement’s Island Museum, Colton’s Point, off Rt. 242. 3-9 p.m. Relax riverside on the lawn to the sounds of three dynamic jazz groups and an array of seafood. 301-769-2222; http://www.stmarysmd.com/recreate/museums. $

 

River Concert Series On Location in Leonardtown, Leonardtown Square. 7 p.m. 301-475-9791.

 

July 10

Guided Canoe Trip, American Chestnut Land Trust, Port Republic. 9 a.m.-noon. Depart from Warriors Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek. 410-414-3400; http://www.acltweb.org. $

 

July 12-28
Twilight Performance Series, College of Southern Maryland. 6:45 p.m. Weekly outdoor concerts. Tues.: Leonardtown campus, Wed.: La Plata campus, Thurs.: Prince Frederick campus.301-934-7828; http://www.csmd.edu/Arts/TwilightSeries/index.html.

 

July 14

Summer Family Fun Nights on the Village Green, Indian Head. 7-9 p.m. Concerts and other entertainment. http://www.townofindianhead.org.

 

Bay Breeze Concert Series, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 7:30 p.m. Free summer concerts on the porch of the museum. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

 

July 15

River Concert Series, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, St. Mary’s City, off Rt. 5. 7 p.m. Weekly world-class concerts featuring the Chesapeake Orchestra. 240-895-4107; http://www.riverconcertseries.org.

 

Campfire on the Beach, North Beach. 7 p.m. http://www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

July 16

Truck and Tractor Pull, Charles County Fairgrounds, La Plata. 4-11 p.m. Southern Maryland Promoters presents modified trucks, triple engine tractors and smoker tractors. 410-586-2179; http://www.charlescountyfair.com/2011/rentals.html. $

 

Moonlight Cruise on the Chesapeake Bay, Town of Chesapeake Beach. 7-9 p.m. Leave from the Rod ‘N’ Reel dock. Bring your own refreshments. patcarpenter43@gmail.com.

 

Movie on the Beach, North Beach. Dusk. “Shrek.” http://www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

 

July 21

Summer Fun Days, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 10-11:30 a.m. Free children’s programs, crafts, games and exploration of the museum and its history. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

Archaeology Speaker Series, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 7 p.m. “Using Geophysical Techniques to Reveal Buried Archaeological Remains.” http://www.jefpat.org.

 

Summer Family Fun Nights on the Village Green, Indian Head. 7-9 p.m. Concerts and other entertainment. http://www.townofindianhead.org.

July 22

Southern Maryland Library Night with the Blue Crabs, Regency Furniture Stadium, Waldorf. All summer reading participants receive a free ticket to the game. Discount tickets available online with a promo code (from your library) or in person at the stadium. 301-884-0436/301-934-9442.

 

July 22-August 21

Summer Member Show, Mattawoman Creek Art Center, Smallwood State Park, Marbury. “On the Water.” Fri.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Reception July 24. 301-743-5159; http://www.mattawomanart.org.

 

July 23

Colonial Family Days, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Learn about colonial arts and crafts. Also, firing pottery. Advance registration required. http://www.jefpat.org. $

Downtown Tunes, Leonardtown Square. 6 p.m. Series features a variety of music genres, such as acoustic, country/bluegrass, and rock and roll. Bring chairs or blankets and sit on the green. 301-904-4452; http://www.somd.com/leonardtown.

 

Rock ‘n’ Roll on the Beach, North Beach. 6:30 p.m. “The Hubcaps” perform.www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 7 p.m. Join the club for discussions and night sky observations. 301-602-5251; tom_dugan@hotmail.com. 

July 23-24
Tidewater Archaeology Weekend, Historic St. Mary’s City, off Rt. 5. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Help uncover bits of Maryland’s past at one of the finest colonial archaeology sites in the nation. 800-SMC-1634/240-895-4990; http://www.stmaryscity.org. $

 

July 24

Guided Canoe Trip, American Chestnut Land Trust, Port Republic. 8-11 a.m. Depart from Warriors Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek. 410-414-3400; http://www.acltweb.org. $

 

July 28

Summer Fun Days, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 10-11:30 a.m. Free children’s programs, crafts, games and exploration of the museum and its history. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

 

Summer Family Fun Nights on the Village Green, Indian Head. 7-9 p.m. Concerts and other entertainment. http://www.townofindianhead.org.

 

July 29

River Concert Series, St. Mary’s College of Maryland, St. Mary’s City, off Rt. 5. 7 p.m. Weekly world-class concerts featuring the Chesapeake Orchestra. 240-895-4107; http://www.riverconcertseries.org.

 

July 29-August 14
“You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown,”Newtowne Players, Three Notch Theater, 21744 South Coral Dr., Lexington Park. Thurs.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 3:30 p.m. 301-737-5447; http://www.newtowneplayers.org. $

 

July 30

Nature Walk, Hellen Creek Forest & Wildlife Preserve, 11785 Clifton Dr., Lusby. 8-10 a.m Join trip leader Bob Boxwell in exploring the Preserve in its summer clothes. Bring camera, binoculars and bug spray. www.covepoint-trust.org.

 

Farm to Table, Farm to Glass. Participating wineries on the Patuxent Wine Trail will host local farmers who will offer samples and sales of their seasonal produce. Port of Leonardtown Winery event will be July 30-31 noon-6 p.m. both days. http://www.marylandwine.com.

 

AUGUST

 

August 2

National Night Out Celebration & Bike Parade, Village Green, Indian Head. Food, live entertainment, educational displays, inflatables for children, McGruff coloring contest and carnival games. http://www.townofindianhead.org.

 

August 3

Back-to-Back Tours, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 12:30-2:30 p.m. On the first Wed. of every month, enjoy guided tours of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory and Point Farm’s house and gardens. 410-586-8501; http://www.jefpat.org. $

August 3-7

Softball 2011 Eastern National Championship, Laurel Springs Regional Park, 5940 Radio Station Rd., La Plata, and Robert D. Stethem Memorial Sports Complex, 4250 Piney Church Rd., Waldorf. ASA Girls 14-Under Class B Softball Tournament is open to the public. $

 

August 3-September 4

“Islands in the Mist,”CalvART Gallery, Prince Frederick. The art of Carl Wood and Anne Machetto. Opening reception August 6 from 5-8 p.m. 410-257-7005; http://www.calvertarts.org.

 

August 4

Annual Cancer Gala, Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa. 7-10 p.m. Dance and dine under the stars with heavy hors d’oeuvres, bountiful buffets, desserts and music. Benefits the American Cancer Society’s research, education and patient services. 301-855-8351; http://www.rodnreelcancergala.org. $

 

August 5

First Free Friday, Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. 5-8 p.m. The museum is open to the public, with special entertainment and activities each month. 410-326-2042; http://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. 

 

Leonardtown First Friday, off Rt. 5. 5-8 p.m. Join historic Leonardtown’s art galleries, restaurants, cafes, gift shops, antique shops, bookstores and more as the town hosts a free evening of art, entertainment and specials. 301-475-9791; http://www.leonardtownfirstfridays.com.

 

August 5-6

Governor’s Cup Yacht Race, St. Mary’s City, off Rt. 5. Race starts Fri. 5 p.m. in Annapolis. Party at St. Mary’s College Sat. noon-11 p.m. One of sailing’s top parties, featuring live music, food vendors and awards ceremony. 240-895-4795; http://www.smcm.edu/govcup.

 

7th Annual St. Mary’s County National Lawn Mower Racing, Bowles Farms, Clements, off Budds Creek Rd. Gates open Fri. 5 p.m., with racing at 6 p.m. Gates open Sat. 2 p.m., with racing at 6 p.m. Racers from across the country compete. Other activities for the whole family. 301-475-2139; http://www.bowlesfarms.com. $

 

August 6

Maker’s Market, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell. 9 a.m.-noon. On the first Sat. of the month, market features vendors selling fresh produce, handmade crafts and other products. 410-326-4640; http://www.annmariegarden.org.

 

Lighthouse Open House, Point Lookout State Park, Scotland, off Rt. 5. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Self-guided tours of the lighthouse are open to the public with volunteers and Friends group on site. 301-872-5688; http://www.pllps.org. $

 

Summerseat Farm Open House, Mechanicsville, off Rt. 235. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Open to the public for self-guided tours of the property and guided tours of the house. 301-373-6607; http://www.summerseat.org.

 

Children’s Day, St. Clement’s Island Museum, Colton’s Point, off Rt. 242. 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Games, crafts and an array of kids’ activities. Food, music, magic show and more. 301-769-2222; http://www.stmarysmd.com/recreate/museums.

 

Beach Party on the Square, Leonardtown Square. 4-9 p.m. Live music, sand volleyball, games, antique cars, entertainment, face painting, exhibits, amusements, crafts, fire truck hose-downs and food. 301-475-9791; http://www.somd.com/leonardtown.

 

August 6-7

26th Annual AIITCO Native American PowWow, Calvert County Fairgrounds, La Plata. Enjoy American Indian dancers from across the country, listen to the sound of their drums and learn about Native American culture. Craft vendors with jewelry, pottery, books, music and native foods. 301-869-9381; http://www.aiitco.com. $

 

August 6-14

Sidewalk Chalk-a-thon, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Show off your artistic flair at this annual art contest. 410-326-4640; http://www.annmariegarden.org. $

August 7

Colonial Family Days, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Discover how colonists celebrated the end of the growing season. Also, making a coal burned spoon at 1 p.m. Advance registration required. http://www.jefpat.org. $

 

August 11

Summer Fun Days, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 10-11:30 a.m. Free children’s programs, crafts, games and exploration of the museum and its history. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

 

Summer Family Fun Nights on the Village Green, Indian Head. 7-9 p.m. Concerts and other entertainment. http://www.townofindianhead.org.

 

Bay Breeze Concert Series, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 7:30 p.m. Free summer concerts on the porch of the museum. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

 

August 11-13
Lil’ Margaret’s Bluegrass and Old Time Music Festival, Goddard Family Farm, 21810 Clay Hill Rd., Leonardtown. Thurs. 3:50 p.m.-10:25 p.m.; Fri. 1:10 p.m.-11:05 p.m.; Sat: 10 a.m.-10:35 p.m. Bluegrass music, home-cooked food, crafts, old cars and lots of fun. 301-475-8191; http://www.lilmargaretsbluegrass.com. $

 

August 12
Wolf’s Hot Rods & Old Gas Open Blues Jam, Fat Boys Country Store, 41566 Medleys Neck Rd., Leonardtown. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 301-475-6820; http://www.wolfsmusicweekly.com.

 

August 13

Eat • Drink • Go Local North Beach. 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Experience local wines, artisans and restaurants at this casual, upscale foodie event on the shores of the Chesapeake Bay. 410-286-2755; http://www.northbeachloop.org. $

 

Guided Canoe Trip, American Chestnut Land Trust, Port Republic. 1:30-4:30 p.m. Depart from Warriors Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek. 410-414-3400; http://www.acltweb.org. $

Moonlight Cruise on the Chesapeake Bay, Town of Chesapeake Beach. 7-9 p.m. Leave from the Rod ‘N’ Reel dock. Bring your own refreshments. patcarpenter43@gmail.com.

 

August 14 

Maine to Maryland Wine & Clawfest, Woodlawn Farm, 6040 Woodlawn Ln., Ridge. Noon-5 p.m. Lobster and crab, tractor pull, fishing lesson for the kids, and chess/checkers. 301-872-5175; http://www.slackwine.com. $

 

August 18

Summer Fun Days, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 10-11:30 a.m. Free children’s programs, crafts, games and exploration of the museum and its history. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

Archaeology Speaker Series, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. 7 p.m. “‘...there is still some Remains’: Excavations on the 18th c. Smith Plantation.”www.jefpat.org.

 

Summer Family Fun Nights on the Village Green, Indian Head. 7-9 p.m. Concerts and other entertainment. http://www.townofindianhead.org.

August 19-September 4

“Duck Hunter Shoots Angel,”Port Tobacco Players, 508 Charles St., La Plata. Fri.-Sat. 8 p.m.; Sun. 3 p.m. 301-932-6819; http://www.ptplayers.com. $

 

August 20

Movie on the Beach, North Beach. Dusk. “Eclipse.” http://www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

August 21

Mat Weaving, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. 1-3 p.m. Make traditional cattail mats. http://www.jefpat.org. $

 

August 26-September 25

Mattawoman Creek Art Center Invitational, Smallwood State Park, Marbury. Jackie Clark. Fri.-Sun. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Reception Aug. 28. 301-743-5159; http://www.mattawomanart.org.

 

August 27

Girl Scout Native American Day, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 9 a.m.-4 p.m. Advance registration required. http://www.jefpat.org. $

 

145th Calvert County Jousting Tournament, Christ Church, Port Republic. 10 a.m.-6:30 p.m. Tournament, bazaar and country supper, which benefits Christ Church. 410-586-0565; http://www.christchurchcalvert.org.

Downtown Tunes, Leonardtown Square. 6 p.m. Series features a variety of music genres, such as acoustic, country/bluegrass, and rock and roll. Bring chairs or blankets and sit on the green. 301-904-4452; http://www.somd.com/leonardtown.

 

Jazz at the Beach, North Beach. 6:30-9:30 p.m. http://www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

 

Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 7 p.m. Join the club for discussions and night sky observations. 301-602-5251; tom_dugan@hotmail.com. 

August 27-28

Maryland Hunting and Outdoor EXPO, Charles County Fairgrounds, La Plata. Sat. 9 a.m.-5 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Largest hunting and outdoor show in the state. Exhibits, seminars and attractions. http://www.mdhuntingexpo.com. $

 

August 28

Guided Canoe Trip, American Chestnut Land Trust, Port Republic. 1-4 p.m. Depart from Warriors Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek. 410-414-3400; http://www.acltweb.org. $

August 30

Home School Day: African American Heritage, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Advance registration required. http://www.jefpat.org.

 

The Affair at Point Farm, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 6-9 p.m. The Friends of JPPM host their 9th annual Benefit Dinner & Auction. Live and silent auctions, delectable food and beverage, and live entertainment. Proceeds benefit JPPM public programs and events. 410-586-8515; lstarr@mdp.state.md.us.

 

SEPTEMBER

 

September 2

First Free Friday, Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons. 5 p.m.-8 p.m. The museum is open to the public, with special entertainment and activities each month. 410-326-2042; http://www.calvertmarinemuseum.com. 

 

Leonardtown First Friday, off Rt. 5. 5-8 p.m. Join historic Leonardtown’s art galleries, restaurants, cafes, gift shops, antique shops, bookstores and more as the town hosts a free evening of art, entertainment and specials. 301-475-9791; http://www.leonardtownfirstfridays.com.

September 2-4

Mustang Club of America Grand National Show, Regency Furniture Stadium, 11765 St. Linus Dr., Waldorf. 9 a.m- 5 p.m. Largest gathering of restored and modified Ford Mustangs on the East Coast. http://www.monumentsandmustangs.com.

 

September 3

Maker’s Market, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell. 9 a.m.-noon. On the first Sat. of the month, market features vendors selling fresh produce, handmade crafts and other products. 410-326-4640; http://www.annmariegarden.org.

 

Summerseat Farm Open House, Mechanicsville, off Rt. 235. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Open to the public for self-guided tours of the property and guided tours of the house. 301-373-6607; http://www.summerseat.org.

 

RiverFest 2011, Historic St. Mary’s City, off Rt. 5. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Enjoy, protect and celebrate our maritime heritage and the beautiful St. Mary’s River. Sponsored by the St. Mary’s River Watershed Association. 301-862-3517; http://www.smrwa.org.

 

Fall Harvest Days at Slack, Woodlawn Farm, 6040 Woodlawn Ln., Ridge. 1-4 p.m. Learn about the harvest from winemaker Tucker Grube-O’Brien. 301-872-5175; http://www.slackwine.com. $

 

September 3-4
Air Show 2011, Naval Air Station Patuxent River, Lexington Park, off Rt. 235. Celebrate the Centennial of Naval Aviation with thrilling, high-precision flying by the U.S. Navy’s Flight Demonstration Squadron, the Blue Angels, plus other aerial acts, demonstrations, entertainment and food. 301-757-3343; http://www.navalaviation100.org.

 

September 3-Oct. 31
Forrest Hall Farm Crazy Corn Maze, Mechanicsville, off Avie Ln. Weekends 10 a.m.-6 p.m. Weekdays by appointment. Maze, hayride, farm animals and activities. Farm shop open for fresh produce, gifts and baked goods. 301-884-3086; http://www.forresthallfarm.com. $

 

September 7

Back-to-Back Tours, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 12:30-2:30 p.m. On the first Wed. of every month, enjoy guided tours of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory and Point Farm’s house and gardens. 410-586-8501; http://www.jefpat.org. $

 

September 7-October 2

“Country Fairs,”CalvART Gallery, Prince Frederick. Opening reception Sept. 10 from 5-8 p.m. 410-257-7005; http://www.calvertarts.org.

 

September 8

Bay Breeze Concert Series, Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum. 7:30 p.m. Free summer concerts on the porch of the museum. 410-257-3892; http://www.cbrm.org.

 

September 9
Wolf’s Hot Rods & Old Gas Open Blues Jam, Fat Boys Country Store, 41566 Medleys Neck Rd., Leonardtown. 8 p.m.-12:30 a.m. 301-475-6820; http://www.wolfsmusicweekly.com.

 

September 10

Holly Arboretum Work Day at Warrior’s Rest, Port Republic. 9 a.m.-noon. Join the American Chestnut Land Trust Arboretum Volunteer Crew as they maintain these historic trees. Bring work gloves, clippers and a smile. 410-414-3400; volunteer@acltweb.org.

 

Lighthouse Open House, Point Lookout State Park, Scotland, off Rt. 5. 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Self-guided tours of the lighthouse are open to the public with volunteers and Friends group on site. 301-872-5688; http://www.pllps.org. $

 

Fall Follies, Leonardtown Square. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. Arts and crafts festival with paintings, jewelry, basketry, woodwork and crafts of all kinds. 301-997-1644; http://www.craftsguildofstmarysshop.com.

 

Woodland Indian Discovery Day, Historic St. Mary’s City, off Rt. 5. 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Celebrate the life ways of Maryland’s first people through hands-on activities and demonstrations. 800-SMC-1634/240-895-4990; http://www.stmaryscity.org. $

La Plata Chili Cook-Off, La Plata Town Hall. Noon-3 p.m. Enjoy local chili (or enter your own), music, moon bounces and food from local vendors. 301-934-8421; http://www.townoflaplata.org.

 

Bay Harvestfest, North Beach. Noon-6 p.m. http://www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

 

Guided Canoe Trip, American Chestnut Land Trust, Port Republic. 12:30-3:30 p.m. Depart from Warriors Rest and enjoy a scenic tour of Parkers Creek. 410-414-3400; http://www.acltweb.org. $

September 11

Southern Maryland Century ­- The Indian Head 100 Bicycle Ride, Village Green, Indian Head. 7 a.m.-5 p.m. Registration 7-9 a.m. Rides of 16-100 miles, fully supported with map, cue sheet, marked roads, sag support, food and drink at rest stops, and after-ride celebration. http://www.ohbike.org/century/.

 

Annual IHBC Indian Head Car Show, Village Green, Indian Head. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. http://www.townofindianhead.org.

September 15

Archaeology Speaker Series, Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard. 7 p.m. “Search for the USS Scorpion: Recent Investigations of the War of 1812 Chesapeake Flotilla.” http://www.jefpat.org.

 

September 15-18

Charles County Fair,8440 Fairgrounds Rd., La Plata. Thurs. 5-10 p.m.; Fri.-Sat. 9 a.m.-11 p.m.; Sun. 10 a.m.-7 p.m. Livestock, field corn, arts and crafts, quilts and flowers. Entertainment, special events and activities for all ages. Four stages; carnival midway. Traditional county fair food to more healthy alternatives, and even crab cakes. 301-932-1234; http://www.charlescountyfair.com. $

 

September 16

Campfire on the Beach, North Beach. 6 p.m. http://www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

September 17

Moonlight Cruise on the Chesapeake Bay, Town of Chesapeake Beach. 7-9 p.m. Leave from the Rod ‘N’ Reel dock. Bring your own refreshments. patcarpenter43@gmail.com.

 

Drive-in Movie, Visitor Parking Lot, North Beach. Dusk. “Some Like it Hot.” http://www.ci.north-beach.md.us.

 

September 17-18

Maryland Lighthouse Challenge. 8 a.m.-6 p.m. Tour Maryland’s lighthouses and collect a commemorative souvenir at each. Special souvenir for visiting all of them. 410-437-0741; http://www.cheslights.org. $

 

Artsfest, Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center, Dowell. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Recognized as one of the top outdoor arts festivals in the mid-Atlantic region, featuring a weekend of art, music, food and fine brews. 410-326-4640; http://www.annmariegarden.org. $

 

September 18

Calvert County Watermen’s Festival, Watermen’s Wharf, Solomons. Noon. Best known for the boat-docking contest where work boats and charter boats compete for cash, prizes and trophies. Live entertainment by Deanna Dove, the Island Girl. 410-326-3929; http://www.calvertwatermen.org.  

 

 Taste of St. Mary’s, Leonardtown Square. Noon-5 p.m. County restaurants provide samples of their menu specialties for $1-$3. 301-737-3001.