2010
October 6 - Nature Time at Greenwell
Greenwell State Park
Enjoy the wonders of nature at Greenwell State Park through games, crafts, stories, movement, and exploration. Nature Time is a program for young children and their families/caregivers. Pre-registration (is required via email - lpranzo@greenwellfoundation.org - or by calling the Greenwell Foundation office at 301-373-9775. Please note: Nature Time will meet twice a month during January, and February. One of the gatherings will be held on a Tuesday and the other will be held on a Wednesday each month. Visit www.greenwellfoundation.org or call 301-373-9775 for the schedule and for more information.
October 9 - Patuxent River Appreciation Days
Calvert Marine Museum
10 a.m. to 5 p.m.. Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) is an annual festival, which creates awareness, recognition, and promotion of the economic, social, recreational, cultural and historical impact of the tributaries and environs of the Patuxent River and the basin through which it flows. www.pradinc.org
October 10 - Lower Potomac River Ten-Mile Run
Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum and Historic Park
Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum and Historic Park, Piney Point. 7:45 AM. A ten-mile race (USATF-certified course) along beautiful riverfront roads, followed by a hearty cookout at the Piney Point Lighthouse, Museum and Historic Park. Field is limited to 200 runners. 301-863-8431. www.cbrcmd.org
October 10 - Patuxent River Appreciation Days
Calvert Marine Museum
Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) is an annual festival, which creates awareness, recognition, and promotion of the economic, social, recreational, cultural and historical impact of the tributaries and environs of the Patuxent River and the basin through which it flows. www.pradinc.org
October 14 - Ghosts of Sotterley Tours
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245. 7 PM - 10:30 PM. Walking tour featuring re-created legends and history; refreshments available. Reservations required. Admission. 800-681-0850. 301-373-2280. www.sotterley.org
October 15 - Ghosts of Sotterley Tours
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245. 7 PM - 10:30 PM. Walking tour featuring re-created legends and history; refreshments available. Reservations required. Admission. 800-681-0850. 301-373-2280. www.sotterley.org
October 16 - Ghosts of Sotterley Tours
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245. 7 PM - 10:30 PM. Walking tour featuring re-created legends and history; refreshments available. Reservations required. Admission. 800-681-0850. 301-373-2280. www.sotterley.org
October 16 - Summerseat Annual Quilt Auction
Summerseat Farm, Mechanicsville, off Route 235
Summerseat Farm, Mechanicsville, off Route 235. 9 AM - 2 PM (Preview: 9 AM; Auction: 10 AM). Auction of handmade quilts, variety of patterns and original designs. Some handmade crafts, food and drink available. HC. 301-481-9189. www.summerseat.org
October 16 - Oyster Festival
St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, off Route 5
St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, off Route 5. Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM. Sun: 11 AM - 6 PM. Food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. National Oyster Shucking Championship and National Oyster Cook-off. Admission. HC. 301-863-5015. www.usoysterfest.com
October 17 - Oyster Festival
St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, off Route 5
St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, Leonardtown, off Route 5. Sat: 10 AM - 6 PM. Sun: 11 AM - 6 PM. Food, fun and entertainment for the whole family. National Oyster Shucking Championship and National Oyster Cook-off. Admission. HC. 301-863-5015. www.usoysterfest.com
October 22 - Halloween in the Garden
Annmarie Garden, Solomons
Non-profit organizations, outreach programs, local businesses and entrepreneurs participate by decorating their space in a haunted theme, dressing in holiday costumes, and handing out goodies. Children are able to meander through the woods along the paved pathway, free of vehicles, and receive candy from reputable organizations and businesses within their own community. Free parking is located adjacent to the Garden. Dress the whole family and enjoy a day of trick-or-treating in the garden and unique photo opportunities with the boo-tiful decorations! www.annmariegarden.org/Events/Halloween/
October 29 - Kiwanis Spirits of Point Lookout 2010
Kiwanis Spirits of Point Lookout
A little bit of history and a whole lot of fun! Historically representative, interactive event featuring Point Lookout's many legendary tragedies and hauntings. Admission. HC. 301-866-0145. www.stmaryskiwanis.org, www.spiritsofpointlookout.com
October 29 - Grave Matters in St. Mary's City
Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5
Grave Matters in St. Mary's City Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5. 7 PM and 8 PM. Experience an aspect of 17th-century colonial life often overlooked in living history: what happens after a person dies. One hour tours start at 7 PM and 8 PM. Admission. 800-762-1634. 240-895-4990. www.stmaryscity.org
October 30 - Kiwanis Spirits of Point Lookout
Kiwanis of Point Lookout
A little bit of history and a whole lot of fun! Historically representative, interactive event featuring Point Lookout's many legendary tragedies and hauntings. Admission. HC. 301-866-0145. www.stmaryskiwanis.org, www.spiritsofpointlookout.com
October 30 - Scarecrow Making and Trick-or-Treat on the Square
Washington Street, Leonardtown Square
Washington Street, Leonardtown Square. 1 PM-3 PM: Scarecrow-making. 3 PM-4 PM: Trick-or-treating with downtown merchants. 301-475-9791. Leonardtown.somd.com
October 30 - Grave Matters in St. Mary's City
Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5
Historic St. Mary's City, St. Mary's City, off Route 5. 7 PM and 8 PM. Experience an aspect of 17th-century colonial life often overlooked in living history: what happens after a person dies. One hour tours start at 7 PM and 8 PM. Admission. 800-762-1634. 240-895-4990. www.stmaryscity.org
November 6 - Chinese Auction
St. George's Episcopal Church
19167 Poplar Hill Lane, Valley Lee will be holding a Chinese Auction from 10 AM - 12 PM. Call 301-994-0585 for more information or log on to www.stgeorgesvalleylee.org
November 6 - Point Lookout Lighthouse Open House
Point Lookout Lighthouse
The Point Lookout Lighthouse will be open to visitors from 10 am until 2 pm. No charge to enter the lighthouse, however standard park entrance fees apply ($3 per vehicle in-state, $4 per vehicle for out-of-state). Donations greatly appreciated, and all funds go toward restoring the lighthouse to the 1927 time period. Please visit our website at: www.PLLPS.org or email us at: info@PLLPS.org. Note: this is the last open house for the 2010 season, open house events will resume again in April 2011. Contact Robert Hall - 410-586-1064
November 11 - Veterans Day Parade & Memorial
Washington Street, Leonardtown Square
Washington Street, Leonardtown Square. 10 AM. Marching bands, military units, Native American dancers, horses and classic cars. Memorial ceremony and wreath-laying. 301-475-9791. Leonardtown.somd.com
November 20 - Amish Quilt Auction
Grove Farm Lane, Mechanicsville
Grove Farm Lane, Mechanicsville, off Route 235/Thompson’s Corner Road. 9 AM – 5 PM. Bid on Amish quilts and other hand-stitched items at this traditional Amish auction. HC. 301-475-4200 ext. 1404. www.stmarysmd.com/tourism
November 26 - Christmas on the Square
Washington Street, Leonardtown Square
Washington Street, Leonardtown Square. 5 PM – 9 PM. Holiday festivities, entertainment, music, food, carriage/sleigh rides, annual tree lighting and Santa’s arrival. Rain date: November 27. HC. 301-475-9791. Leonardtown.somd.com
November 26 - Hearth and Home in Early Maryland
Historic St. Mary’s City
Historic St. Mary’s City, St. Mary’s City, off Route 5. 10 AM – 5 PM. Discover the ways Maryland’s first citizens prepared for winter before supermarkets and department stores. Hands-on activities. Admission. HC. 800-762-1634. 240-895-4990. www.stmaryscity.org
November 27 - Hearth and Home in Early Maryland
Historic St. Mary’s City
Hearth and Home in Early Maryland Historic St. Mary’s City, St. Mary’s City, off Route 5. 10 AM – 5 PM. Discover the ways Maryland’s first citizens prepared for winter before supermarkets and department stores. Hands-on activities. Admission. HC. 800-762-1634. 240-895-4990. www.stmaryscity.org
November 28 - Holiday Lighting Ceremony
Town of Chesapeake Beach
Come join us on Sunday, November 28th at 6:00 pm as we light up the Town of Chesapeake Beach. Chesapeake Beach Town Hall at 6:00 pm. Join
December 3 - Solomons Christmas Walk
Solomons
Solomons Christmas Walk is held annually the first Friday and Saturday in December. It's a fun-filled evening of special children's activities, a live puppet show and open house at many of our businesses. Stroll through our luminaria streets as you enjoy the sights and the sounds of the season. Enjoy: Christmas crafts, a live puppet show, shopping, refreshments, entertainment, fine dining, pet adoptions and the decorations that bring the Solomons area to life for the holidays. solomonsmaryland.com/solomons-christmas-walk.html
December 4 - Solomons Christmas Walk
Solomons
Solomons Christmas Walk is held annually the first Friday and Saturday in December. It's a fun-filled evening of special children's activities, a live puppet show and open house at many of our businesses. Stroll through our luminaria streets as you enjoy the sights and the sounds of the season. Enjoy: Christmas crafts, a live puppet show, shopping, refreshments, entertainment, fine dining, pet adoptions and the decorations that bring the Solomons area to life for the holidays. solomonsmaryland.com/solomons-christmas-walk.html
December 4 - Family Plantation Christmas
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245. 10 AM – 4 PM. Experience old-fashioned fun with Santa Claus, horse-drawn taxi, crafts, gifts for sale, refreshments. Admission. 800-681-0850. 301-373-2280. www.sotterley.org
December 4 - Holiday Parade
Town of Chesapeake Beach
Join us for the Fourth Annual Holiday Parade on Saturday, December 4th at 12:00 noon in North Beach! Bay Avenue, from 1st to 7th Sts. in North Beach. 301-855-4265 or 703-980-2143
December 10 - Holiday Candlelight Tours
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood
Sotterley Plantation, Hollywood, off Route 245. 6 PM – 10 PM. Special tours by candlelight; historical drama; live seasonal music; food and drink available. Reservations required. Admission. 800-681-0850. 301-373-2280. www.sotterley.org
