Changing characters and themes throughout the year.
Kent County Visitor Center, 122 N. Cross St. Chestertown
Art Exhibit–Trees
Monday, March 1
| 9am–5pm daily
This event runs March 1–12
Location: Heron Point
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Original paintings, prints, and photographs from works and collections of Heron Point residents. The subject is trees. A must see exhibit. Skipjack Hallway Gallery, Heron Point, 501 E. Campus Ave. Chestertown.
Art Exhibit–Marjorie Morani
Monday, March 1
| 9am–5pm daily
This event runs March 1–12
Location: Heron Point
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Exuberant, brilliant color carries the day in Morani's landscapes, figures,and festive scenes. She exhibits locally and in galleries in Anguilla. A must see exhibit. Heron Point, 501 E. Campus Ave. Chestertown.
David L. Orvis, a 2002 graduate of Washington College, earned his M.A. and Ph.D. in English from the University of Arizona. He is currently an Assistant Professor of English and Faculty Affiliate in Women's Studies at Appalachian State University. He is working on his first book, tentatively titled Performing Queer Marriage on the Early Modern St age, as well as a collection of essays on Psalms in the Early Modern World, co-edited with Linda Phyllis Austern and Kari Boyd McBride. He has articles forthcoming in The Journal of Homosexuality, In Search of the Normal: Developments in the Histories of Sexualities, 1200-1900, Selected Papers from the Sexual Identities in Shakespeare Conference, The Explicator, and Performing Pedagogy: Gender and Instruction in Early Modern England.
Sponsored by: The Sophie Kerr Committee. Sophie Kerr Room, Miller Library, Washington College.
Meander the red-brick, tree-lined sidewalks of Historic Chestertown, while enjoying extended shop hours and arts and entertainment throughout Downtown. For a list of activities, please check this calendar for specific listings.
“I’m Not Rappaport” by Herb Gardner
Friday, March 5
| Friday and Saturday 8pm; Sunday 2pm
In the shadow of a bridge in Central Park, two octogenarians, one white and one black, meet regularly, determined to fight off all attempts to put them out to pasture. Lifetime radical and world-class kibitzer Nat Moyer's daughter is urging him into an old folk's home. He spends his afternoons spinning outrageous yarns that both intrigue and infuriate fellow octogenarian Midge Carter, a half-blind building superintendent who spends his days in the park hiding both from his past and from his disgruntled tenants. They share a Central Park bench, and with sly verbal sparring and indomitable spirits, these irritable heroes square off against drug dealers, enlightened children, posh tenants and, ultimately, time itself. It is a refreshing comedy that is hilarious, poignant and always enjoyable.
March 5, 6, 7, 12, 13 and 14. Fridays and Saturdays 8pm; Sundays 2pm
$18.00 for adults, $10.00 for students. Subscriptions, membership and group rate discounts are available.
Church Hill Theatre, 103 Walnut Street, Church Hill
Art in all media which emphasizes the values of light and the drama and mood of shadow. Color may be an element in this show but maintains a certain modesty. Open to all artists. Thursday and Friday 11am–4pm; Saturday 10am–4pm; Sunday hours in the summer and event weekends. Special show openings with receptions on most first Fridays of each month 5–8pm. FREE.
Chestertown Arts League, 312 Cannon Street, Chestertown
Historic Chestertown Exhibit
Friday, March 5
| Wed–Fri 12 noon–3pm, Sat 9am–3pm
Artworks hosts a month-long show featuring images of historic Chestertown, the scenic Chester River, and the unique characteristics and events that make them special. The show is open to all local artists and photographers, and selected images from the exhibition will be featured on banners displayed along High Street. The colorful banners will brighten up downtown and promote the many annual events that draw visitors and revenue to the region. The exhibition is sponsored by Main Street Historic Chestertown (MSHC), dedicated to promoting and preserving the unique historic character of downtown Chestertown. MSHC was formed in 2008, when The National Trust for Historic Preservation and the state of Maryland designated Chestertown as an official "Main Street America" site.
Artworks Gallery, 306 Park Row, Chestertown
Holly Hofmann and Mike Wofford
Friday, March 5
| 8pm
Location: The Mainstay
Contact: The Mainstay
Phone: 410-639-9133
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Holly Hofmann's secure sense of swing and broad emotional range have earned her recognition amongst jazz lovers around the world as, "The first lady of the flute" Her husband, renowned pianist Mike Wofford, was pianist and music director for Ella Fitzgerald. He has had a long career as a soloist, as an arranger for Sergio Mendes, as staff pianist working with Quincy Jones on "The Cosby Show" and as a sideman on more than 200 recordings. This is an irresistible pairing of two incomparable musicians. Call for reservations. Tickets are $15.
The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
Prince Theatre's Reconciliation Celebration
Friday, March 5
| 7:00pm
This event runs March 5
Location: Prince Theatre–210 High Steet, Chestertown
The Prince Theatre Foundation and the African American Heritage Council invite you to take part in a Reconciliation Celebration to acknowledge past social inequities as they were experienced at the Prince Theatre and to honor the talents of our diverse community. During years of segregation, African American citizens were made to use a separate entrance and seating to watch movies at the Prince Theatre. Through the reconciliation of these injustices and the celebration of our unity, this event will provide impetus for us to join together to create a stronger community. During the celebration portion of the event, community members will be invited to take the stage to share talents to help commemorate the evening.
Spontaneous Joy - An Evening with Joe Holt
Saturday, March 6
| 8:00pm
This event runs March 6
Location: Prince Theatre - 210 High Street, Chestertown
Joe presents improvisations on jazz standards, classical themes, popular song, and demonstrations of musical spontaneity, including his "A.D.D. Improvisation". Joe will also perform music from his groundbreaking CD: "Stories Without Words."
Alison Brown is a brilliant genre-bending player who takes the banjo and guitar far beyond their Appalachian roots with a rich, exquisite blend of bluegrass, jazz, Celtic and Latin influences that has been described as simply jaw-dropping. She has won and been nominated for several Grammy awards including a nomination this year for Best Country Instrumental Performance and is often compared to another banjo prodigy, Béla Fleck for her unique style of playing. The Quartet also includes Garry West on bass, John R. Burr on piano and Larry Atamanuik on drums. Call for reservations. Tickets are $20. The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
Waterfront History Walking Tours
Friday, March 12
| Fri. 12:00 noon–4pm, Sat. 11:00am–4pm
This event runs Fri. March 12-Sat. May 15
Location: The Custom House, 101 South Water Street, Chestertown
The C.V. Starr Center for the Study of the American Experience Presents Waterfront History Walking Tours.
Visitors are invited to step back into the 18th century and explore the Custom House and the surrounding waterfront. The Starr Center's free multimedia audio tour, 'History on the Waterfront: A Journey Into Chestertown's Past,' introduces participants to the true stories of the people who once lived and worked here. Through May 15th, except college holidays.
First Annual Touch-A-Truck
Saturday, March 13
| 11am–2pm
Location: Chestertown Middle School
Contact: CMS PTA
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FREE ADMISSION–Fun for the entire family and educational too! Come look at, sit in, and touch trucks of all sizes and shapes. Lunch served at minimal cost!
Chestertown Middle School,402 Campus Avenue, Chestertown
All-You-Can-Eat Ham and Oyster Dinner
Saturday, March 13
| 3-6:30pm
Location: Galena Volunteer Fire Department
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Phone: 410-648-5050
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A favorite of locals and visitors alike; these dinners come with all the fixin's. Galena Fire Hall.
St. Patrick's Day Dance
Saturday, March 13
| 8pm
Location: The Chesapeake Room, Rock Hall Firehouse
Details to follow. Call or email for more information.
Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company. Rt. 20, Rock Hall.
15th Annual Soroptimist International of Kent Co. Auction
Saturday, March 13
| Noon
This event runs March 13
Location: Chestertown Fire House
Contact: Ruth Clark
Phone: 410-639-7300
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Doors open at noon. Auction begins 1 p.m. Cake Wheel–refreshments. Soroptimist is a 501(c)3 organization. Proceeds benefit women and girls throughout the community and worldwide. Chestertown Fire House, Rte. 213, Chestertown, Md.
'Vietnam Mailbag', named best regional book, a 456-page social history, is based on the nearly 900 letters written to Nancy Lynch by servicemen from in and near Delaware during the five years she wrote her column. Nancy's Vietnam Mailbag, in the Wilmington (Delaware) Morning News. The first part of the book chronicles year by year the hopes and fears, joys and tears expressed by the servicemen as they heeded Lynch's request to "tell it like it is" about life in the combat zone. The second part consists of a dozen "where are they now" profiles of servicemen who frequently wrote to Lynch during the war.
For more info, go to www.vietnammailbag.com
Refreshments served. Kent County Library, 408 High Street, Chestertown
Public showing of 'Glory' with discussion of G.A.R. meeting hall history. 'Glory' the film, spotlights the courageous efforts of the 54th Regiment of the Massachusetts Volunteer Infantry. This black regiment, led by the son of an abolitionist, suffered numerous hardships and privation even before taking the field of battle. Starring Morgan Freeman, Denzel Washington, and Matthew Broderick, this film provides insight into the lives of the men who built the G.A.R. Grand Army Hall in Chestertown; in fact, research indicates that at least one of the members of Post #25 served with the 54th Massachusetts.This film is rated (R). A short presentation will accompany the film, introducing the audience to the history of Post #25, the stabilization of the meeting hall by Preservation Inc., and plans for restoring it to its former important place in the fabric of Chestertown and Kent County. This event is free and open to the public.
Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble–Band Concert
Sunday, March 14
| 4pm
Location: Christ United Methodist Church
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Phone: 410-778-2829
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This is the third in the series of four free concerts in the Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble's 2009–2010 season. Directed by Keith Wharton since the band's founding in 2001, the community concert band offers area wind and percussion musicians the opportunity to continue or resume playing high-quality music in a large ensemble. The band, based in Chestertown, welcomes new members at any time, without fee or audition. For information about joining call 410-778-2829 or 410-810-1834
Christ United Methodist Church, 401 High St. (at Mill St.), Chestertown
Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble Band–Concert
Tuesday, March 16
| 4pm
This event runs March 16
Location: Emmanuel Episcopal Church
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Phone: 410-778-2829
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With a theme of "My Country, My Home," this is the last concert in the series of four free concerts in the Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble's 2009–2010 season. For information about joining call 410-778-2829 or 410-810-1834.
Emmanuel Episcopal Church, corner of Cross and High Streets, Chestertown.
Kent County Adolescent Substance Abuse Coalition (ASAC)
Wednesday, March 17
| 3pm
This event runs March 17
Location: 903 Washington Avenue, Suite 4, Chestertown
Collaboration of community and agency representatives to turn the curve on adolescent substance use and abuse. Not a support group. Public and youth are welcome to share their ideas and issues.
Washington College Job Fair
Wednesday, March 17
| 10:30am-3pm
This event runs March 17
Location: Cain Gym - 300 Washington Ave, Chestertown, MD 21620
Please join us for Washington College's Annual Job Fair.
Students in Free.
Positions Available:
Full-Time Jobs
Part - Time Jobs
Internships
Graduate Schools
Kent County Adolescent Substance Abuse Coalition (ASAC)
A free non-partisan monthly seminar on Kent County government operations.Topics will include, General Governance, Water and Waste Water Management, Law Enforcement, Emergency Operations, Public School System,County Parks and Recreation System, State Relationships, Budgeting and more.
Seminars will include occasional invited guest speakers.
Wonder how the County and State relate to each other?
Wise Latinas, Black Raconteurs and White Umpires
Thursday, March 18
| 7:30pm
This event runs Thursday, March 18
Location: Litrenta Lecture Hall, Toll Science Center, Washington College
Conceptions of Race and Judging in Supreme Court Confirmation Hearings, 1955-2009.
The C.V. Starr Center for the Study of the American Experience Presents Sherrilyn Ifill, professor at the University of Maryland School of Law.
Since 1955, when John Marshall Harlan was nominated to the Supreme Court just after the Brown v. Board of Education decision, questions about race have played a central part in Supreme Court confirmation hearings. This was never truer than in the contentious confirmation hearings of the first Latina Supreme Court justice, Sonia Sotomayor. Sherrilyn Ifill, a professor at the University of Maryland School of Law, explores this history and examines whether race matters in judicial decision-making.
Christ United Methodist Church will host its second annual Lenten Love Feast–a celebration of Word, Song, and Symbol centered around traditional Biblical Lenten lessons. Inspired by and adapted from early Moravian celebrations, the Love Feast originated among believers who met and broke bread together, thus, signifying their union and equality. Our Feast is primarily a service of song and thanksgiving.
Christ United Methodist Church, 401 High St., Chestertown
Enjoy an afternoon of Easter egg hunts, egg decorating, pony rides, crafts and more! Special guest–THE EASTER BUNNY! All games and pictures with the Easter Bunny are included in the total cost–$7 ($9 if registered late). Age 12 and under. Registration February 22–March 19.
Toby Walker is an accomplished fingerstyle guitar virtuoso adept at blues, rags, country picking, a skilled singer, a songwriter and a master storyteller. His passion for the blues and other traditional American music led him to the Mississippi Delta, Virginia and the Carolinas where he tracked down some of the more obscure – but immensely talented – music makers of an earlier era. Whether it is telling the humorous and heartwarming tales of these and other masters, talking about his inspirations and his travels, or astounding listeners with his work on the National steel guitar, his performances are a rich banquet of the blues. Call for reservations. Tickets are $15. The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
Kent County Friends of Chamber Music - Eclatante
Saturday, March 20
| 7pm
Location: St. Paul's Episcopal Church, Chestertown
This popular art exhibit includes works in all fine arts media submitted by artists from throughout the region. The show is open to the public daily, 9am–5pm.
Opening reception is Sunday, March 21, 2–4pm; awards presentation at 3pm.
Heron Point, 501 E Campus Ave, Chestertown
Come find out what Camp Tockwogh's overnight Summer Camp Program is all about! Meet the staff and enjoy a tour of the property, located on the beautiful Chesapeake Bay. FREE!
Camp Tockwogh, 24370 Still Pond Neck Rd., Worton
Galena Lions Club Basket Bingo
Sunday, March 21
| Doors open at noon Bingo starts at 1pm
Washington College Academy of Lifelong Learning 'Learn at Lunch' series presents Carl Gallegos who will help us see the forest and trees with his lecture on tree management in Kent County. Mr. Gallegos worked with Washington College Center for Environment and Society to develop a forest master plan for four towns in the county. He has advanced degrees in forestry and related topics and has developed natural resource management programs in Central and South America as well as Africa. Lunch is a full service buffet that costs $15 for WC-ALL members and $20 for non-members. Reservations are required by March 17.
Guitar virtuoso Frank Vignola is a leading proponent of Django Reinhardt's gypsy jazz style of playing. In celebration of Reinhardt's 100th birthday, Vignola has assembled a topnotch quintet for a searing tribute to one of his earliest musical influences. Vignola is a stunning guitarist who has performed in tributes to Django at Lincoln Center, Carnegie Hall and with the Boston Pops to name just a few. Call for reservations. Tickets are $20.
The Mainstay, 5753 Main Street, Rock Hall
Daniel Handler a.k.a. Lemony Snicket–Sophie Kerr Weekend Speaker
Daniel Handler is the author of the literary novels The Basic Eight, Watch Your Mouth, and, most recently, Adverbs.
Under the name Lemony Snicket he has also written a sequence of books for children, known collectively as A Series of Unfortunate Events, which have sold more than 53 million copies and were the basis of a film starring Jim Carrey. His intricate and witty writing style has won him numerous fans for his critically acclaimed literary work and his wildly successful children's books.
Handler has worked intermittently in film and music, most recently in collaboration with composer Nathaniel Stookey on a piece commissioned and recorded by the San Francisco Symphony, entitled "The Composer Is Dead," which has been performed all over the world and is now a book with CD. An adjunct accordionist for the music group The Magnetic Fields, he is also the author of Lemony Snicket: The Unauthorized Biography, The Beatrice Letters, Horseradish: Bitter Truths You Can't Avoid, and two books for Christmas: The Lump of Coal and The Latke Who Couldn't Stop Screaming: a Christmas story. He is the screenwriter of the film Rick, a revamp of the Verdi opera Rigoletto, and the film adaptation of Joel Rose's novel Kill the Poor, and has written for The New York Times, Newsday, San Francisco Chronicle, The Believer, Chickfactor, and various anthologies, and was the chair of the Judging Panel for the National Book Awards in Young People's Literature, 2008. His current projects include a fourth novel for adults, a picture book in collaboration with Maira Kalman and the script for the long-awaited second Snicket movie.
"Daniel Handler something like an American Nabokov."–Dave Eggers
"One of our most dazzling literary conjurers."–Michael Chabon
"Sentence by sentence, Handler dazzles, teases the unwary with unforeseeable perceptions."–San Francisco Chronicle
Sponsored by: The Sophie Kerr Committee and The Rose O'Neill Literary House
Decker Theatre, Gibson Center for the Arts, Washington College, Chestertown
Kent County Relay For Life Kick Off Party
Friday, March 26
| 7pm
This event runs March 26
Location: Fish Whistle, 98 Cannon Street, Chestertown
DJ Dicky Nickerson will provide music for the evening, Food/drinks, 50/50 raffle, Guest Bartender's, Bar Crawlers from Bar Crawler Magazine!
Country Craft Guild Spring Show
Saturday, March 27
| 10am–4pm
Location: The Chesapeake Room, Rock Hall Firehouse
Contact: Kathy Redman
Phone: 410-778-1432
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The Annual Country Craft Guild Spring Show–a great variety of beautiful crafts. Have lunch at the RHVFC Chesapeake Cafe.
Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company, Rt. 20, Rock Hall
Timothy Kern Memorial Scholarship Memorial Clay Shoot
This a public showing of the film, “Black Soldiers in Blue”, is a documentary about Camp William Penn and the United States Colored Troops who trained there. The film will be followed by a living history presentation by Tom Davis, a reenactor with the 3rd Regiment Infantry. This event is to gather awareness of Black Civil war soldiers and connect the community to events celebrating local Kent County, African American Civil War veterans who fought for freedom.
Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament
Saturday, March 27
| 6pm
This event runs March 27
Location: Chestertown Fire Hall
Contact: Jennifer Pollard
Phone: 443-480-0282
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SUPER DEEP STACK, $100 buy-in for $25,000 in chips. Texas Hold 'Em Poker Tournament to benefit Chester River Rowing Club. Beer, food and homemade desserts available for sale. 50/50 Raffle and other give-aways.
Inna Faliks Concert
Sunday, March 28
| 4pm
Location: Decker Theatre, Washington College
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Phone: 410-778-7839
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The Washington College Concert Series–now in its 58th season–will host an exciting 2009–2010 line-up of performances. Single tickets can be purchased at the door, $15 for adults and $5 for youth and students. Season tickets are available for $50 per person in advance or at the box office on performance nights.
Decker Theatre, Gibson Center for the Arts, Washington College, Chestertown
The Untold Story Behind the Fall of the Berlin Wall
Monday, March 29
| 7:30pm
This event runs Monday, March 29
Location: Hynson Lounge at Hodson Commons, Washington College
The Year That Changed the World: Author/journalist Michael Meyer provides a riveting eyewitness account of the collapse of communism in Eastern Europe that rewrites our conventional understanding of how the Cold War came to an end and holds important lessons for America's current geopolitical challenges. In 1989, Meyer was Newsweek's bureau chief for Germany and Eastern Europe. He is currently Director of Communications and Speechwriting for the Secretary General of the United Nations, Ban Ki-Moon. Book signing to follow.