Annapolis Science Cafe @ 49 West: Documenting Human Communities in the Chesapeake Environment
August 31st, 6-7:15 p.m.; 49 West Coffeehouse, Annapolis
Human communities have been a part of the Chesapeake landscape since there was a Chesapeake landscape. The Smithsonian Environmental Archaeology Laboratory (SEAL) Team seeks, documents, and analyzes the human element in the changing Bay ecology, providing time depth not otherwise achievable in the natural sciences. This illustrated presentation summarizes some of SEAL Team’s findings from three sites on the campus of the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center: the 1,500-year-old Smithsonian Pier site; Shaw’s Folly (1650s-1680s); and Woodlawn House (1730s-present).
September 1st through 3rd; Avalon Theatre, Easton
The Avalon Theatre invites you and your friends to enjoy the unofficial end of the summer in Easton with the soulful and swinging sounds of Jazz. This premier event will captivate music lovers and jazz enthusiasts alike and the Avalon Staff is extremely excited about this year’s line-up!
Easton's First Friday Gallery Walk
September 1st; Downtown Easton
On First Friday the art galleries of downtown Easton extend their hours and invite you on a tour of artistic adventure! View new art exhibits, meet the artists, and discover sales and great deals!
September 2nd; Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St Michaels
The live auction begins at 11am along CBMM’s waterfront campus, where boats—ranging in size and performance from sailing dinghies to cabin cruisers, and everything in between—will be auctioned off to the highest bidders.
September 2nd, 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Downs Park, Pasadena
September 3rd, 5:30 p.m.; Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis
It’s time for an Anne Arundel County end-of-summer tradition that outdoor music and festival aficionados won’t want to miss! The Annapolis Symphony Orchestra, in association with the Anne Arundel County Department of Recreation and Parks, presents the perfect ending to summer: two FREE outdoor concerts! Uplifting and danceable pops tunes, patriotic songs, movie and Broadway music and contagious fun will get everyone moving! These concerts are completely free and appropriate for kids and music-lovers of all ages.
September 2nd, 2 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Severna Park Taphouse, Severna Park
The night will have plenty of special guests including Gage Rhodes, Ben Heemstra, Matthew Buckner, Carly Winters, and Justin LaFave. All proceeds benefit Warrior Music Foundation. The night will have food, drinks, auctions, raffles, and two stages of music
Caribbean Food and Wine Festival
September 2nd; Howard County Fairgrounds, West Friendship
Join us on September 2nd, 2023 for the Caribbean Food & Winefest, a celebration of Caribbean culture and cuisine at the Howard County Fairground. Indulge in a wide range of authentic Caribbean dishes, from Jerk Chicken and Curry Goat to Escovitch Fish and more, all served with Rice and Peas and Plantains. But that’s not all – the Caribbean Food & Winefest also offers a unique opportunity to sample local wines from the region, perfectly complementing the flavors of Caribbean cuisine. This year’s festival will also feature a Rum Tasting, showcasing the best of Caribbean rum. In addition to the delicious food and drink, the festival offers a variety of entertainment options, including live music from local and international artists, cultural performances, and more.
September 3rd, 11 a.m. to 5 p.m.; West Street, Annapolis
Inner West Street Association is the proud sponsor of Maryland's premier art festival. From May through November, thousands of visitors enjoy shopping along beautiful West Street in downtown historic Annapolis.
Chesapeake Chorale Open Rehearsal
September 5th; 7:30 to 9:30 p.m.; Christian Community Presbyterian Church, Bowie
The Chesapeake Chorale will hold an Open Rehearsal, on Tuesday, September 5th, 7:30pm, at the Christian Community Presbyterian Church, 3120 Belair Drive, Bowie, MD. This social event welcomes potential new singers to the Chorale and kicks off the 2023-2024 concert season, our 43rd! Highlights of the upcoming season are the Vivaldi Gloria, Mozart's Solemn Vespers (with chamber orchestra), and a cabaret concert featuring music from the musical Rent as well as a medley of hits by the Beach Boys, arranged for chorus.
August 31st through September 4th; Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium
The second weekend of the Maryland State Fair! The 142nd Maryland State Fair, open for three long weekends this summer: Aug. 31- Sept. 4; and, Sept. 7-10. The Maryland State Fair is a fun and educational destination sure to captivate visitors of all ages. The Maryland State Fair is complete with daily home arts, farm and garden, livestock and horse competitions and exhibits, rides, games, live concerts and entertainment, live Thoroughbred horse racing, fair treats and farm fresh foods, the U-Learn Agriculture Education Zone, The Birthing Center, a museum, and more. Building, Carnival, Livestock/ Horse Show times vary. No admission after 9 PM. After 6 pm anyone under age 18 must be accompanied by an adult age 21 or over. No other event provides so much food, fun, family entertainment, and education for so little.
September 2nd through 4th; Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, Crownsville
This weekend is the second of eight weekends of the 47th Annual Maryland Renaissance Festival. This weekend is Children's Weekend. One child aged 7 through 15 is admitted free with each adult ticket purchased. Children 6 and under are always free!
