Boatyard Bar & Grill Regatta and Party

Experience the excitement of a regatta and the fun of an afternoon party this weekend, all while supporting a non-profit organization.

The party will be held at the Eastport Yacht Club, 317 First Street, Annapolis, MD 21403, with lively music provided by the band, Misspent Youth. Drinks will be served at 4 p.m., and the band will perform at dinner from 5 p.m. – 8 p.m..

CRAB, the Chesapeake Regional Accessible Boating program, sponsors a fleet of 6 boats that are modified to be used by sailors with disabilities. The Boatyard Bar & Grill Regatta will be CRAB’s first entry into racing on Chesapeake Bay and will provide CRAB sailors an opportunity to compete against all comers in an open PHRF event. More information is available on the CRAB website.

Insider Tips: The party is open to regatta participants and all CRAB supporters. $5.00 entry tickets are available for racers at the skipper bag pick-up this week on Thursday and Friday. $10.00 entry tickets are available at EYC the day of the party. Food and drink are sold per tickets, available inside the party. ID is required for entrance.

Details:
Boatyard Bar & Grill Regatta and Party
Saturday, September 06; Noon race, 5-8 p.m. party
Eastport Yacht Club; 317 First St., Annapolis
Race, $35. Party $5-10
(410) 216-6206

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Outlaw Days

Enjou stagecoach rides at Outlaw Days

You’ll be transported back in time to the days of the old west, with stagecoach rides, opportunities to pan for gold, visits to cowboy and Indian villages, equestrian shows, and a staged gunfight! This family-friendly event is jam-packed with things to do in a beautiful country setting with plenty of delicious freshly prepared food and a variety of vendor booths.

For information and directions, call (410) 438-3824 or (410) 820-6002. A full schedule of shows is available.

Panning for gold is a popular Outlaw Days activity

Insider Tips: The Tuckahoe Equestrian Center is right around the corner from Tuckahoe State Park, which features a magnificent picnic area, playground, and man-made stocked lake and canoe rentals. The Adkins Arboretum is just a skip away, where visitors can view spectacular preserved native habitats, including a delightful butterfly garden. On Saturday from 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Adkins hosts its annual Native Plant Sale, where visitors can purchase a spectacular variety of perennials, shrubs, and trees that will thrive in this region without fuss, while providing valuable habitat for native wildlife.

Guests at Wild West Village

Details:
Outlaw Days
Festival recreates the wild, wild, west!
Saturday, September 6 and Sunday, September 7, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Tuckahoe Equestrian Center, Ridgely
Admission: $7/Adults/$3 Kids 5-12; free for kids under 4

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Sail on the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester

The Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester

Take a cruise on the scenic Choptank River aboard the skipjack Nathan of Dorchester—and help raise her sails or take a turn at the helm. Hear stories about the working waterman and the region’s nautical heritage. This family-friendly experience departs from the Long Wharf Dock in Cambridge. After your sail, visit the Richardson Maritime Museum on High Street to see a collection of documents, artifacts and photos gathered during the building of the Nathan.

For reservations call (410) 228-7141 or email info@skipjack-nathan.org.

Insider Tips: Arrive early to enjoy a one-hour walking tour of historic High Street, which begins at Long Wharf at 10 a.m. You’ll hear folklore of the High Street residents who lived here during the 1700s and 1800s. After the tour, enjoy lunch at one of Cambridge’s wonderful restaurants; Check out dining options in our reader-rated Restaurant Guide or read fine dining reviews and be sure to share your dining experiences with us.

A young guest aboard the Skipjack Nathan looks at a fresh oyster

If you’re looking for a weekend getaway, Cambridge offers a plethora of historic, maritime, artistic, outdoor, and culinary adventures. To assist with planning, the Dorchester County Office of Tourism features a free on-line trip assistant at TourDorchester.org.

It’s just a short drive from downtown Cambridge to the Blackwater Wildlife Refuge, so be sure to enjoy this beautiful drive through preserved native habitats along the Chesapeake Bay where you’re bound to view eagles, blue heron, and a variety of seasonal migratory birds.

Details:
Sail on the Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester
Family-Friendly river cruise celebrates maritime heritage
Saturday, September 6, 1-3 p.m.
Long Wharf Dock, Cambridge
Admission: $25/Adults; $10/Kids 6-12; kids under 6 are free

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The Sean Fleming Band

The Sean Fleming Band

If you’re looking for something to do that will put a little jig in your step, head over to Easton Friday evening to hear the Sean Fleming Band perform in the historic Avalon Theater. Sean Fleming knows how to enchant a crowd with his sweet mix of original and pop tunes, from Celtic to rock to country and folk—all wrapped up with his wonderful sense of humor. Each of his band members brings with wealth of talent to the stage. You’ll hear Steve Holley on drums, Justin Jordan on guitar, and Bruce Gordon on guitar.

If you’ve never been to the Avalon Theatre, you’re in for a treat. The historic venue was constructed as a movie theater in 1921, touted “the Showcase of the Eastern Shore” with a magnificent 18-foot domed ceiling. Now fitted with state of the art sound and lighting, the Avalon Foundation hosts a variety of presentations, including musical and dramatic theater, symphony orchestras, film screenings, and a variety of national music acts.

Seating is by general admission and doors open 30 minutes in advance of the show. There is plenty of parking.

Tickets can be purchased through the Avalon box office with a credit card by calling (410) 822-7299, Tuesday through Saturday 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Insider Tips: Arrive early to enjoy the wonderful dining opportunities in Easton, which is fast becoming a culinary destination. Check out dining options in our reader-rated Restaurant Guide or read fine dining reviews, and be sure to share your dining experiences with us. The First Friday Gallery Walk is September 5, when the quaint specialty shops, art galleries, and antique stores in downtown Easton welcome visitors with special perks and old-fashioned hospitality. If you want to make a weekend of it—and there is plenty to do—Easton boasts a number of charming inns. You can find planning information online at TourTalbot.org.

Details:
The Sean Fleming Band
Music & Humor Bring Evening’s Delight
Friday, September 5 at 8 p.m.
Avalon Theatre, Easton
Admission: $20

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Arts/History Getaway Weekend in Chestertown

History comes to life Friday afternoon from 4-6 p.m. with a rousing historical discussion over wine and cheese in the c1794 Geddes-Piper House, home to the Kent County Historical Society.

Treat yourself to an exciting weekend getaway in historic Chestertown where the arts and history come to life! Begin your experience with an enlightening historical discussion complete with wine and light refreshments at the Geddes-Piper House, a perfectly preserved c1794 Federal house which is headquarters to the Kent County Historical Society. The event is held Friday from 4-6 p.m. and is free and open to the public. For more information call (410) 778-3499.

Then, enjoy a lovely stroll through historic Chestertown, where you’ll find a plethora of restaurants, specialty shops, and art galleries, each throwing open its doors to visitors with extended hours and special events. Stop by Fountain Park from 5-8 p.m. where a special concert featuring the sounds of The Big Picture will delight.

Guests can view exhibits from nearly 50 artisans during the annual Art in the Park held Saturday from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.

On Saturday, Arts in the Park returns to Fountain Park from 9 a.m.-4 p.m., an annual exhibit hosted by the Arts League of Chestertown where visitors can view and purchase arts and crafts from nearly 50 fine artists and artisans from throughout the region. Special demonstrations will also be on view throughout town. This is a rain or shine event. For more information call (410) 778-5789.

The Schooner Sultana provides public sailing opportunities on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. and from 2-4 p.m., departing from the Chestertown harbor. Guests are invited to help raise the sails, take a turn at the helm, and explore the crew’s quarters below. Be sure to ask about upcoming opportunities to explore the John Smith Trail. Advanced reservations are recommended and can be made at (410) 778-5954.

Insider Tip: Historic Chestertown is a lovely and walkable waterfront town, with a remarkable history and a burgeoning arts scene, just 45 minutes east of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. The town boasts quaint inns and a plethora of fine dining opportunities. Check out our reader-rated Restaurant Guide and fine dining reviews for dining options, and be sure to share your dining experience with us.

Details:
Friday, September 5 – Saturday, September 6
Downtown Chestertown
Admission: Free

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Home & Garden Show

Here is your chance to jazz up your home or apartment remodeling plans – be sure to check out the 2008 Fall Home and Garden Show at Annapolis Mall. On hand throughout the Mall will be exhibits featuring great new ideas for Home and Garden including patio systems, landscaping, energy efficient heating and air systems, basement remodeling, windows, gutter systems, and much, much more.

In addition you will see exhibits showing portrait photography, back health screening, energy saving systems, and the latest in SCUBA gear.

The mall is handicapped accessible.

Insider Tip: Make sure to enter the free contests!

Details:
Home & Garden Show
Westfield Annapolis Mall
Friday, September 05 – Sunday, September 07
Fri. & Sat., 10 a.m. – 9:30 p.m.; Sun., 11 a.m.-6 p.m.
Admission: Free
(410) 653-0122

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Fiesta Musical at the National Zoo

Fiesta Musical at the National Zoo

Quickly becoming a regional favorite, Fiesta Musical routinely draws 25,000 attendees in celebration of Hispanic Heritage month. Immerse yourself in unique ethnic heritage as Hispanic and Latino music fills the air, accompanied by costumed dancers, traditional crafts, animal demonstrations, and a variety of Latin American foods. Learn about current field research being conducted in Latin American countries from zoo scientists dispersed throughout the grounds. Animal demonstrations focus on species native to Latin American countries.

Details:
Fiesta Musical
The National Zoo, Washington, D.C.
Sunday, September 21; 11 a.m.-5 p.m.
Admission: Free
(202) 633-3040

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Art in the Park

Art in the Park, Chestertown

Over 40 artists and artisans exhibit and sell their work at this annual event sponsored by the Chestertown Arts League and located in Fountain Park in Chestertown. Visitors choose from an array of pieces that include oil paintings, watercolors, and pastels, as well as drawings and sculptures in range of styles from realistic to abstract. High quality artisan items include wood lathing, weaving, jewelry, pottery, and ceramics.

Details:
Art in the Park
Fountain Park, Chestertown
Sunday, September 6, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
(410) 778-5789

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Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center

CBEC Eco Triathalon

Where can you get fun exercise while taking in some of the most breathtaking scenery in the United States? At CBEC’s 2nd Annual Eco-Triathlon, participants of all skill levels are welcome for a day of mountain-biking on trails, dirt roads, and cornfields, kayaking on the Chesapeake Bay, and running through marshes and meadows.

Details:
CBEC 2nd Annual Eco-Triathlon
Chesapeake Bay Environmental Center, Grasonville
Saturday, September 20, 7:30 a.m.-4 p.m.
Registration ends September 5
(410) 827-6694
www.BayRestoration.org

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Annapolis Symphony Orchestra Summer Pops in the Park

The ASO takes to the beautiful outdoors at Quiet Waters Park for this delightful free Labor Day weekend concert, part of the Lexus Summer Series and featuring pops favorites and light classics. Recall the West with “The Cowboys” overture by Williams, dance on the grass to the “Thunder and Lightning Polka” by Strauss, and recall the World War II heroics of our soldiers and sailors with selections from “Victory at Sea” by Rodgers and Bennett. Enjoy a perfect afternoon and evening spent with glorious music, food, and fun. There’s free parking, and it’s a family-friendly, alcohol-free event. Claim your spot at the park’s amphitheater hillside, stroll the park’s trails, and finish up your summer with a terrific pops performance. For information, call (410) 269-1132.

Details:
Annapolis Symphony Orchestra Summer Pops in the Park
Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis
Saturday, August 30 (Rain date August 31); 6 p.m.
Admission: Free

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