Annapolis to Newport Race
One of the most historic and well-known of the US East Coast blue water races is coming back to Annapolis on June 4th and 5th. This year marks the 38th running of the 475-mile biennial Annapolis-Newport Race. The race is organized by Annapolis Yacht Club. Boats will race down the Chesapeake Bay toward Chesapeake Light Tower, then turn and head northeast toward Newport. As of the date of publication, due to COVID restrictions, there will not be a pre-start party or trophy presentation, but that may change according to COVID guidelines. Find more information at Annapolisnewportrace.com
Friends of the Lighthouse Golf Tournament
June 10th will be the 18th Annual Friends of the Lighthouse Golf Tournament at Renditions Golf Course in Davidsonville. Registration will begin at 7:30 followed by a shotgun start at 9 a.m. There will be a light breakfast, complimentary beverages, lunch, raffles, prizes, awards and more. All proceeds will benefit The Light House—A Homeless Prevention Support Center. Find more information at Friendslhs.org.
Trolley Trail Walking Tour
Take a leisurely two-mile walk following the Trolley Trail from Riverdale Park to College Park on June 5th from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. The stretch will let you explore community history and stops along the way share tidbits and facts about how the area has changed over the centuries. The tour will start at Riversdale House Museum and end at the Old Parish House.
Virtual Clean the Bay Day
This year, Clean the Bay Day will be a six-day virtual event starting on Monday, May 31st to Saturday, June 5th. The motto this year is all about flexibility and giving everyone the option to Clean the Bay Your Way. During that six-day period, participants have the option to do a tried and true litter clean-up, plant a native plant and/or install a rain barrel. Find a map for great clean up places online but do not feel the need to limit yourself to that list. Make sure to tag your photos #CleantheBayDay on social media to share your experience. Registration is required, for more information can be found at Cbf.org/clean.
Don Backe Memorial CRAB Regatta
Annapolis Yacht Club will also be hosting the 28th Annual Don Backe Memorial CRAB Regatta on June 12th allowing disabled sailors to compete in a four-race series event. The race will take place on the Severn River and Annapolis Harbor. The boats are available on a first-come, first-serve basis and will be specifically designed to accommodate disabilities of any kind. For more information, visit Crabsailing.org
Rock the Dock 2021
Annapolis Rotaract Foundation’s 10th Annual Rock the Dock fundraising event will be held on June 10th from 6 to 10 p.m. at the Annapolis Maritime Museum. In 2019, the event sold out raising over $16,000 to support the Live Water Foundation. This year, the event will benefit the Bywater Clubhouse of the Boys & Girls Clubs of Annapolis & Anne Arundel County. A ticket to the event will provide you with bottomless beer, wine, orange crushes, local BBQ, and music from Loose Ties. Find Rock the Dock on Facebook for more information and ticket sales.
Casey Cares Foundation’s 18th Annual Golf Tournament
Cattail Creek Country Club in Glenwood will play host on June 7th starting at 10 a.m. to the 18th Annual Casey Cares Golf Tournament. The outing will include friendly competition, light breakfast, lunch, raffles, prizes and more. This event will raise money for Casey Cares Foundation, which provides ongoing and uplifting programs for families with critically ill kids. Visit Caseycares.org to register.
Paint the Town
Since April 30th, Plein Air artists have been painting in anticipation of a tented exhibit and sale in Fountain Park in Chestertown. On June 4th, bring your art to Paint the Town during the First Friday Celebrations. Following the outdoor event, there will be an indoor exhibit of the art pieces at RiverArts on June 11th. Unlike years in the past, more than just paintings are being accepted into the exhibit. Bring your impressions in fabric art, clay, and collages! For more information, visit chestertownriverarts.org
Classic Boats Festival
Visit the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels for the 33rd Annual Antique and Classic Boat Festival from June 18th through June 20th. Over 100 antique boats have been invited to the event hosted by Chesapeake Bay Chapter of the Antique and Classic Boat Society. Enjoy free youth programs, boat rides, seminars, and shop for boats for sale. For more information, visit chesapeakebayacbs.org
Who’s Next? Operation Arts Competition Finale
On June 25th, from 7 to 9 p.m., tune into Maryland-based Operation ARTS Foundation Inc.’s new, virtual, innovative contest for creatives. This creative contest is called the Sonor Wines America - Music competition, where musicians of all genres will compete for prizes and the chance to have their music infused into wine! This is a juried show with an entry fee of $20 and is a tax-deductible contribution. Proceeds go towards the artist prize and also towards funding the wine festival post-pandemic. Make the world more artful and tune into the event at whosnext2021.eventbrite.com
