Annapolis Chamber Music Festival
Stillness: August 5th, 7:30 p.m.; Unitarian Universalist Church, Annapolis
Exhalation: August 6th, 7:30 p.m.; St. Margaret's Church, Annapolis
Progression: August 7th, 7:30 p.m.; St. Martin's Church, Annapolis
This event is part of the 6th annual Annapolis Chamber Music Festival, which seeks to present innovative concerts in fresh and unexpected ways. Each of the pieces on this program begin from a place of stillness and space to explore different emotional realms. Alexandre Tansman’s Suite for Wind Trio brings a unique warmth and depth to the reed trio, where murmuring, antique harmonies give way to flights of fancy. Shinji Eshima’s Bariolage, composed for the San Francisco Ballet, brings the little-used cello and double bass duo on a journey of discovery. And Brahms’s late Clarinet Quintet, a gem among gems, shapes the rustlings of autumn into a bittersweet outpouring.
12th Annual Casey Cares 5K Run/ 1-Mile Walk
August 7th, 7 a.m.; Columbia Gateway, Columbia
It’s time to lace up your running shoes! It’s time for the 12th Annual Casey Cares 5K Run/1-Mile Walk, taking place on Saturday, August 7, 2021 at Casey Cares (7100 Columbia Gateway Drive) and this year, it will be IN-PERSON with an option to be virtual if one chooses. Individuals and teams alike are encouraged to sign-up and proceeds will go towards programs and services for critically ill children and their families. Registration is $40 and all participants will receive a tech shirt, race bib and finisher medal. Sign up today at https://www.caseycares.org/events/5k-runwalk.
Chesapeake Crab, Wine & Beer Festival
August 7th, 12 - 5 p.m.; Harbor Point Central Plaza, Baltimore
Exciting New Format for these Baltimore Festivals in 2021. The Chesapeake Crab, Wine & Beer Festival and the Baltimore Wine & Food Festival will take place on the same day and in the same location. The only way to enjoy delicious crabs is to purchase a Chesapeake Crab, Wine & Beer Festival ticket. The Festival is an ALL-YOU-CARE-TO-TASTE extravaganza complete with over 50,000 crabs, lots of beer, arts & crafts, live music, family fun and so much more! Find out what over 35,000 people have come to enjoy.
2021 Annapolis Rotary Crabs To-Go
August 7th, 1 - 6 p.m.; Navy-Marine Corps Stadium, Annapolis
The Rotary Club of Annapolis will hold its 76th Annual Crab Feast as “Rotary Crabs To Go” on Saturday, August 7th from 1:00pm to 6:00pm at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium.The event will be on a Saturday for the first time. The annual community fund-raising event will be held as a drive-through crab and corn fundraiser for the second year. The traditional gathering of 2,000 guests in-person at the stadium will be postponed once more for safety considerations. However, funds raised from the event to benefit the community are more important than ever and will be distributed promptly to nonprofit organizations swerving residents.
August 7th, 5 - 9 p.m.; West Street, Annapolis
During Dinner Under the Stars, artists from the Annapolis Arts Alliance and Gallery 57 West will do Plein Air painting from 6:30-8:30pm on several Saturdays this summer. It’s fun to see artists create their art and share their techniques. Plus you can purchase artworks they offer! Easels on the Streets—Saturdays August 7th and August 21st.
August 7th, 6 - 8 p.m.; Quiet Waters Park
Swamp Donkey (Newgrass) Swamp Donkey is a high energy Newgrass (not bluegrass) band with a twist of rock. We are stretching the “grass” concept to the limit and delivering a very unique sound in the process. We pride ourselves on solid vocal harmonies and tight transitions in tempo and style!
2nd Annual Poker Run and Car/Bike Show
August 8th, 9:30 a.m.; Neck District Volunteer Fire Company, Cambridge
After the success of our 1st Poker Run and Bike / Car Show last year .....We are very excited for this years event. The Poker Run: We will open registration at 9:30 AM at the Elks Lodge on Rt 50 in Cambridge. The run will have 3 stops along the way to draw cards and will end at our Station. We will have this years pins for the first 80 registered. Registration is $20 per bike and $5 for a rider. If the rider would like to draw cards and compete for the best hand they will also pay the $20 registration. There will be a $100 cash prize for the best hand.
London Towne Hall Annual Crab Feast
August 8th, 2 - 6 p.m.; London Towne Community Hall, Edgewater
Tickets $60 in advance, $65 at the door. Age 7-13 $40 and $45 at door. Tickets include corn on the cob, pork bbq, smoked brisket, baked beans, coleslaw, and potato salad. Draft beer, soda/water also provided. Dine in is all you can eat. There is also a pickup "To Go" (take out) crab feast option that includes 1 dozen crabs with 2 ears of corn (same prices). Advance tickets contact: ltpoa.events@gmail.com or pay online treasurer4events@gmail.com; please mention dine in or takeout; There will be a themed basket silent auction & a cake wheel to add to the fun.
City Dock's 2021 Concert Series
August 8th, 7 p.m.; City Docks, Annapolis
Join friends and neighbors at Annapolis City Dock this summer for live music. The concerts are free and open to the general public. Bring a lawn chair, put on your dancing shoes, grab a carry out meal. Have fun! See you there. August 8th, 2021. Dr Phil Butts Big Band 7:00-9:00PM
3rd Annual Paul Reed Smith Music School
August 9th through 12th; Virtual Event
This Summer, Paul Reed Smith and Maryland Hall will present the “3rd Annual Paul Reed Smith Music School at Maryland Hall.” The school’s teachers are top professional musicians to include renowned guitar maker Paul Reed Smith, legendary drummer Dennis Chambers, world renowned guitarist John McLaughlin, saxophonist Bill Evans, acclaimed Celtic guitarist Tony McManus, YouTube guitar teaching experts Tim Pierce and Tyler Larson, and Session Directors Gary Grainger (groove & bass) and Greg Grainger (groove & drums), known worldwide as the “Grainger Brothers.” Included as well are some of Maryland’s best musicians, Michael Ault (guitar), Bryan Ewald (guitar), Benjie Porecki (keys), Mia Samone (vocals), and Bill Nelson (guitar). This special summer virtual school is recommended to anyone ages 10 and up with an affinity for music.
August 10th, 11 a.m.; Gallery 57 West, Annapolis
Gallery 57 West kicks off August with some creative artwork from the artists at GiGi's Playhouse Annapolis. GiGi's Playhouse provides a wonderful program called "Art Explosion" for individuals with Down Syndrome. The show runs from August 10th through September 21st, with the Artist Reception on Wednesday, September 8th from 5:30-7pm.
August 11th, 6:30 p.m.; Waugh Chapel Towne Centre, Gambrills
Our series might be shorter this year, but we’re coming back stronger than ever–with a brand new night! Join us on S Main Chapel Way every Wednesday night from July 14-August 18, 6:30-8:00pm for live music from local bands. This week's music comes from Texas Chainsaw Horns
August 12th through August 28th; Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre, Annapolis
We are happy to announce a special COVID-safe show* running for three weeks this summer (August 12-29). “HOME AGAIN: A Musical Revue” will be led by an artistic team of past-ASGT performers and directors, Jason Vellon, David Merrill, Elysia Greene Merrill and Ashley Gladden-Vellon. This show will feature song and dance selections from some of our favorite musicals we’ve performed on our stage and some we hope to perform in the future. We are also excited to be giving audiences a sneak peek into our shows for next season.