Kent County Maryland Calendar of Events- October 2024
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October 1
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MassoniArt presents On Beauty
- Tuesday,
- This event runs September 14 to October 19
- Location: MassoniArt - 203 High Street & 113 Cross Street - MassoniArt - 203 High Street & 113 Cross Street
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ON BEAUTY
September 14 - October 19, 2024
Saturday Open House - September 14, 11-2 pm
October First Friday - October 4, 5-7 pm
Cross Street and High Street galleries
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Brampton Inn Ship-To-Shore Experience with Chester River Packet Co.
- Tuesday, | 6:00pm - 8:00pm
- Location: Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd
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The Brampton Inn invites visitors to catch the sunset aboard the Chester River Packet, a 1920’s-style, touring yacht. This immersive experience allows guests to mingle and unwind on a serene two...
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God's Lioness: Carl Phillips on Sylvia Plath
- Tuesday, | 6:00PM
- Location: Rose O'Neill Literary House - Enclosed Porch
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Carl Phillips is the author of 17 books of poetry, most recently Scattered Snows, to the North (2024) and Then the War: And Selected Poems 2007-2020, which won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize. His other honor...
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October 2
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Carl Phillips Reads From His Work
- Wednesday, | 7:00PM
- Location: Hotchkiss Theater
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Carl Phillips is the author of 17 books of poetry, most recently Scattered Snows, to the North (2024) and Then the War: And Selected Poems 2007-2020, which won the 2023 Pulitzer Prize. His other honor...
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Free Forum: History of Chestertown Fountain Park
- Wednesday, | 10am- 12pm
- Location: Chester River Yacht & Country Club - 7738 Quaker Neck Road - Chester River Yacht & Country Club - 7738 Quaker Neck Road
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No fee or registration needed. A panel of well informed and entertaining local storytellers — Cynthia Saunders, Bayley Janson-LaPalme, Mackey Dutton, Bill Ingersoll, and Darlene Housley —w...
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October 3
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WC Film Series/ Paterson
- Thursday, | 7pm
- Location: Litrenta, Toll Science Center - Washington College - Litrenta, Toll Science Center - Washington College
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Please join the Communication and Media Studies Department for this month's film in the Washington College Film Series. This year's theme is "The Creative Life," and in October we&...
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October 4
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Nest Alchemy
- Friday, | Open First Fridays from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm; Saturdays from 9am-12pm.
- Location: MuSE: A Community Museum - 485 S. Cannon Street. Chestertown, MD 21620
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Nest Alchemy investigates birds' nest throughout the four seasons and revels in the architectural wonders of the avian species.
Nest Alchemy is a thought-provoking series created by Deirdre Mu...
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October 5
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Rock Hall FallFest
- Saturday, | 10am-4pm
- Location: Town of Rock Hall - Main Street Rock Hall
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FallFest attracts thousands of visitors from across the eastern seaboard showcasing the quaint hamlet of Rock Hall as we celebrate our heritage as a waterman’s town. Locals and visitors alike at...
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Hispanic Heritage Month Block Party
- Saturday, | 5 pm - 8 pm
- Location: Raimond Cultural Center - Park Row Chestertown - Raimond Cultural Center - Park Row Chestertown
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Join KCA, KCLMB, and EÑE as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month, with the Second Annual Fiesta Latina Block Party with DJ and Food Trucks on Park Row in Chestertown....
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4th Annual Touch A Truck Ag Fest
- Saturday, | 11 AM - 3 PM
- Location: Kent County Fair Grounds - 21349 Tolchester Beach Road, Chestertown, MD
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A hands-on, family-friendly event where you can explore different vehicles and meet community helpers. There will be games, activities, demonstrations and more!
Food will be available for purchase...
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October 6
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Brampton 1860 Oktoberfest
- Sunday, | 1:00pm - 4:00pm
- Location: Brampton 1860 - 25227 Chestertown Rd, Chestertown MD 21620 - Brampton 1860 - 25227 Chestertown Rd, Chestertown MD 21620
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EVENT CANCELLED.
Due to unforeseen circumstances, we regret we will need to cancel the Oktoberfest scheduled for this Sunday October 6. Any tickets purchased have been refunded. Thank you for your s...
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Fall Hike & Wine at Lands Point Winery & Vineyards
- Sunday, | 11am - 2pm
- Location: Lands Point Winery & Vineyards 22620 Handy Point Road
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Join us as we take a short hike through the trails down to the beach or around the ponds and then head back to the winery for a tasting. There will be wine, by the glass or bottle, and food available ...
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October 8
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World Migratory Bird Day
- Tuesday, | 5:00 PM
- Location: MuSE: A Community Museum - 210 S. Cross Street. Chestertown, MD 21620
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Join CES at MuSE (210 S. Cross St.) on Tuesday October 8 at 5:00 p.m., for an evening of art, conservation and celebration!
Hear from the artist in Residence and creator of Nest Alchemy, Deirdre M...
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October 9
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Half-Day Library Fun
- Wednesday, | 2:00pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - Rock Hall Branch - 21258 Rock Hall Ave
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Early dismissal at school? Drop by and spend the afternoon at the cozy Rock Hall library with board games, puzzles, and a craft activity!
Featured craft: Tin punch constellation jars
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October 11
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First Friday with Joe Holt Joined by Libby York
- Friday, | 8:00pm
- Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
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Joe Holt’s First Friday series gets bumped to the second Friday in October when he welcomes jazz vocalist Libby York to the stage. Libby’s style is reminiscent of Peggy Lee, Anita O’...
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One Maryland One Book Discussion of What Storm, What Thunder
- Friday, | 2:00pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - Rock Hall Branch - 21258 Rock Hall Avenue, Rock Hall
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Join us for a discussion of the 2024 One Maryland One Book selection, What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J.C. Chancy.
Free copies of the book are available at all KCPL locations while supplies last...
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Apple Fest
- Friday, | 4:00-6:00pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
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It's an all-ages apple extravaganza!
Join us for caramel apples, scarecrow making, fall-themed crafts for all ages, lawn bowling, cider making, and so much more.
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October 12
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Galena Appreciation Day
- Saturday, | 10 am to 3 pm
- Location: 105 Sycamore Ln, Galena, MD 21635
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Join Us for a Spooktacular Appreciation Day!
Get ready for a day of Halloween fun at our Appreciation Day event on October 12th from 10:00 AM to 3:00 PM at 105 Sycamore Lane, Galena, MD 21635. This ...
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October 13
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Chestertown Challenge Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk
- Sunday, | 9:00am
- Location: Wilmer Park - - Wilmer Park
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Half Marathon & 5K Run/Walk to benefit KART, providing therapeutic horseback riding and equine activities for the special needs community.
Both courses USAFT certified.
Race day registrati...
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Charm City Junction at The Mainstay
- Sunday, | 4:00pm
- Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
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Baltimore-based acoustic roots quartet Charm City Junction creates a soundscape that keeps listeners on the edge of their seats. Featuring fiddle, clawhammer banjo, button accordion and upright bass, ...
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RHVFC Community Health Fair
- Sunday, | 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
- Location: Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company - 21500 Rock Hall Ave, Rock Hall, MD 21661
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The Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company will be hosting a Community Health Fair on Sunday, October 13th, 2024, from 10AM to 2 PM. This is the perfect opportunity for community members to learn how to liv...
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Reiki Training for Level 1 + 2
- Sunday, | 9am-5pm
- This event runs October 13 to October 14
- Location: Elevate - Online
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Join us for a transformative Reiki Level 1 & 2 Training online with Fletcher on October 13-14! Discover how to heal yourself and others, manage empathic sensitivities, and clear old patterns. Leve...
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October 15
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Preserving Family Papers
- Tuesday, | 6:00pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
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Do you have old family papers in your basement or attic? Wondering how to care for them?
In this workshop, you'll learn how to use everyday items to care for your family treasures. This hands-...
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Brampton Dining Under the Stars
- Tuesday, | 5:30pm-8:30pm
- Location: Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd
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Dining Under the Stars offers a captivating night open-air dining experience set amidst the historic charm of the country estate of Brampton 1860. Occasions Catering crafts indulgent multi-course meal...
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October 17
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Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
- Thursday, | 6:00 - 8:00 pm
- Location: River Packet - High Street Town Dock
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Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends/family for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more information and ...
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Cars on High
- Thursday, | 6pm-8pm
- Location: 300 Block of High Street
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Come show off your favorite car or marvel at other people's pride and joy. This event does not require registration and is free and open to the public....
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Kent County Health and Wellness Expo
- Thursday, | 3-7pm
- Location: YMCA - Scheeler Rd.
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Annual Health Expo- the largest on the Eastern Shore- will feature 60 exhibitors, presentations, refreshments, food trucks, vaccines, health screenings, entertainment. Not be missed....
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October 18
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Teddy Bear Tea Party
- Friday, | 10:30am
- Location: Kent County Public Library - Rock Hall Branch - 21258 Rock Hall Ave.
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Bring your favorite teddy bear or stuffed animal to the library for a tea party! We will celebrate with snacks and reading.
Ages 2-8
Please note: Due to the nature of this program, certain foods...
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Punkin Chunkin Launchers: A Maryland STEM Festival Event
- Friday, | 2:00pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street
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Get ready to launch some pumpkins!
Using popsicle sticks, rubber bands, and mini candy pumpkins, design and test a punkin chunkin launching machine at this hands-on event for young engineers.
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October 19
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Dick Durham at The Mainstay
- Saturday, | 8:00pm
- Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
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The Mainstay is excited to welcome back the
extraordinary jazz pianist Dick Durham and his
group. Durham, one of The Mainstay’s most
requested performers, is an annual visitor to the
27-...
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Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Project Event
- Saturday, | 7-9 PM
- Location: Deep Blue at Kitty Knight - 14028 Augustine Herman Highway, Galena, MD 21635
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Join the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Project team on Saturday, October 19 from 7-9 PM. Kick off the evening with an open house and presentation by the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Project team, accompanied by ...
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SMOKED BEEF
- Saturday, | 11 AM UNTIL SOLD OUT
- Location: CHESTERTOWN FIRE HOUSE
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SMOKED BEEF SANDWICH $12 comes w/ bag of chips, cookie and condiments. (BBQ sauce, horseradish and onions on the side)
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October 20
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Resonance Concert: Zodiac Trio
- Sunday, | 3:00pm
- Location: St. Paul's, Kent (Parish Hall) - 7579 Sandy Bottom Road
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The first concert of the season for the National Music Festival's Resonance Concert Series will feature the Zodiac Trio performing music for clarinet, violin, and piano by Gershwin, Marquez, and ...
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October 21
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Spinning Around the Color Wheel with Betty Dietz
- Monday, | 1:00-4:00pm
- Location: Chestertown RiverArts Classroom - 315 High Street, Suite 106
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In this fun class you will study color scales, color families, value, and color schemes. You will learn how to use the color tool when selecting fabrics for your next project. The Ives color wheel is ...
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October 23
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Kent County Public Library Rock Hall Branch Grand Re-Opening Party
- Wednesday, | 5-7pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - Rock Hall Branch - 21258 Rock Hall Ave.
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5:00-7:00pm
Enjoy light refreshments while you visit and explore KCPL’s new Rock Hall Branch! Talk with library staff to learn about upcoming events and ongoing services.
5:30-6:00pm
KCPL E...
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So You Want to Make a Podcast? With Diannely Antigua
- Wednesday, | 6:00PM
- Location: Rose O'Neill Literary House - Enclosed Porch
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Diannely Antigua is a Dominican American poet and educator, born and raised in Massachusetts. She is the author of two poetry collections, Ugly Music (YesYes Books, 2019), and Good Monster (Copper Cny...
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October 24
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One Maryland One Book Discussion of What Storm, What Thunder
- Thursday, | 4:00pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - North County Branch - 119 N. Main Street, Galena
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Join us for a discussion of the 2024 One Maryland One Book selection, What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J.C. Chancy.
Free copies of the book are available at all KCPL locations while supplies last...
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A Reading with Diannely Antigua
- Thursday, | 6:00PM
- Location: Rose O'Neill Literary House - Enclosed Porch
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Diannely Antigua is a Dominican American poet and educator, born and raised in Massachusetts. She is the author of two poetry collections, Ugly Music (YesYes Books, 2019), and Good Monster (Copper Cny...
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WC Film Series/ Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939)
- Thursday, | 7pm
- Location: Litrenta, Toll Science Center - Washington College
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Please join the Communication and Media Studies Department for a special event in the Washington College Film Series. In preparation for the election, we'll be watching Mr. Smith Goes to Washingt...
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October 25
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International Artist Day Celebration: Arts and Community in Uncertain Times
- Friday, | 6-8pm
- Location: Chestertown RiverArts Main Gallery - 315 High Street, Suite 106 - Chestertown RiverArts Main Gallery - 315 High Street, Suite 106
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Join us in celebrating International Artist Day at RiverArts! ✨🎨
We’re thrilled to invite you to a special event: Arts and Community in Uncertain Times—a thought-provoking d...
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Emmanuel Episcopal Church Concert Series
- Friday, | 7 o'clock
- Location: Emmanuel Episcopal Church - next to the Chestertown Fountain Park
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Mario Buchanan, Organist, is singer, conductor and organist and Director of Music at Christ Church Episcopal, Hudson, Ohio.
Everyone in attendance is invited to a reception in the parish hall for o...
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Witches of Rock Hall - Friday Evening
- Friday, | 5-8pm
- Location: Haven Harbour South - 21144 Green Lane
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Join us at Haven Harbour South to kick off the 5th annual Witches of Rock Hall Weekend. Bring friends and come dressed in your witchy finery! There will be music, fire pits, the SoCo Food truck, theme...
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October 26
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7th Annual - Chestertown Rotary Soup & Sip
- Saturday, | Noon - 3 pm
- Location: CRYCC, 7738 Quaker Neck Rd
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Crab Soup Competition & Wine Tasting
Be the judge of the best crab soup, Maryland and Cream of Crab! Bring $ bills to vote.
$25 includes a wine glass, a raffle ticket, and 10 tastings.
Pr...
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Harvest Celebration Dinner
- Saturday, | 6-9pm
- Location: Crow Vineyard - 12441 Vansants Corner Rd
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An annual tradition to host a celebration of the grape harvest with a family style dinner prepared by Celebrity Chef Robbie Jester, paired with Crow wines.
$110...
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2024 Betterton Cash & Bike Bash
- Saturday, | 12pm - 5pm
- Location: Betterton Vol. Fire Co. - 2 Howell Point Rd
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Saturday Oct 26, 2024: Amazing afternoon of CASH giveaways & GRAND PRIZE giveaway of a BRAND NEW Harley Davidson Street Glide Motorcycle
Doors will open at 11am & drawings begin @ 12pm
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Witches of Rock Hall - Saturday
- Saturday, | 11am - 4:30pm
- Location: Town of Rock Hall - Ferry Park Beach and Main Street Rock Hall
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Witches of Rock Hall weekend. Dancing, games, shopping, food, drinks and lots of witchy fun!!
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Boots & Bling - 40th Anniversary Celebration Gala
- Saturday, | 7:00PM
- Location: Worthmore Equestrian Center - 11570 Still Pond Rd
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This event is celebrates 40 years providing therapeutic horseback riding to those with disabilities.
Square dancing with Jim Wass, food by Happy Chicken, and champagne toast. Cash bar available. $5...
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October 27
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Elegant Afternoon Tea at Brampton Inn
- Sunday, | 2:00pm - 3:30pm
- Location: Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd, Chestertown MD 21620
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SOLD OUT! Join us for an exquisite afternoon filled with charm and indulgence at Brampton Inn. Indulge in a delightful selection of finest teas and delectable treats that will transport you to a world...
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Sine Nomine in Concert
- Sunday, | 4:00 PM
- Location: Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 Gateway Drive - Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 Gateway Drive
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Sine Nomine, the top-drawer a cappella choir based in Wilmington, DE is coming to Chestertown! Our trebles will present a concert on October 27th at 4 PM at the Presbyterian Church in Chestertown. The...
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October 29
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Happiness Hour: Creative Time for Grown-Ups
- Tuesday, | 4pm
- Location: Kent County Public Library - North County Branch - 119 N. Main Street, Galena
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Happiness Hour is a time for grown-ups to explore their powers of creativity. Join us to try your hand at something new and leave a little happier than you arrived!
Featured Project: Spooky Origam...
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October 30
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Chuck Redd at The Mainstay
- Wednesday, | 8:00pm
- Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main St
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Jazz Great Chuck Redd and his Group present “Back to Bossa”; In the early days, legendary guitarist Charlie Byrd was persuaded to perform at The Mainstay. Following that first concert, he ...
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