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We are less than a month away from our roaring ‘20s Best Of Party, happening June 12th at the Doordan Institute at Anne Arundel Medical Center. If you’re still in need of some outfit inspo, we’ve got you covered! Here are some 1920s fashion trends that will help you put together the perfect Gatsby-inspired ensemble. Learn More>>>
Annapolis and West County
USNA Commissioning Week – United States Naval Academy, Annapolis Friday, May 17th through Friday, May 24th Commissioning Week honors the first class (senior) midshipmen on their completion of four years at the Naval Academy. Parents, family members, and the public are invited to attend a series of events at the Naval Academy, including the Blue Angels Flight Demonstration, Color Parade, and musical performances. A Conversation with Sarah Koenig: Host & Co-Creator of Serial – Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, Annapolis Friday, May 17th, 8 p.m. Sarah Koenig is a journalist, NPR personality, and the host and co-creator of the award-winning podcast Serial. She comes to Maryland Hall for a rare speaking engagement on storytelling and journalism and how it translates in new media. Kids to Parks Day – Truxton Park, Annapolis Saturday, May 18th, 9 a.m. Join Annapolis Recreation and Parks for the first local Kids to Parks Day. Launched in 2011, Kids to Parks Day is a nationwide celebration of the great outdoors organized by National Park Trust (NPT), and is designed to connect kids and families with their local, state, and national parks and public lands. Kids to Parks Day is an opportunity for youth and adults to enjoy local parks, trails, and outdoor activities in our great town! Shore Party – Historic London Town and Gardens, Edgewater Saturday, May 18th and Sunday, May 19th, 10 a.m. Join costumed sailors as they navigate the 18th-century world during Historic London Town and Garden’s Shore Party. Explore the maritime history of the South River, learn how sailors lived day to day, explore the art and science of navigation, and enjoy activities for the whole family. Spring Festival: Health and Family Fun Day – Regency Park Senior Living Community Saturday, May 18th, 11 a.m.–3 p.m. Join Regency Park Senior Living Community for a community health fair, featuring shopping, food, crafts, live entertainment, games for the kids, and more. This event is free to the public. Friends of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra's Concert of Tastes – Chesapeake Bay Foundation, Annapolis Sunday, May 19th, 5 p.m. Join the Friends of the Annapolis Symphony Orchestra for its 39th annual Concert of Tastes! This highly entertaining and social gala will be a culinary experience, featuring classic American dishes with a contemporary twist from some of the best restaurants in Annapolis. 3rd Annual Run for The Dogs in Blue 5K Run/1 Mile Walk – Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis Sunday, May 19th, 7:30 a.m. Join the Chesapeake K-9 Fund for its 3rd Annual Run for the Dogs in Blue 5K Run/1-Mile Walk. Watch live K-9 demonstrations and a post-race party sponsored by Annapolis Smokehouse. Since its inception, Chesapeake K-9 Fund has raised tens of thousands of dollars to support K-9s in Maryland. SpringFest – Johns Hopkins House, Gambrills Sunday, May 19th, 11 a.m. Join the Maryland Food Truck Festival and the Anne Arundel County Association of Realtors for SpringFest at The Johns Hopkins House in Gambrills. Enjoy a wide variety of cuisine from 15 different food trucks, live music, and an area just for kids. All proceeds will benefit ten local charities, including the Anne Arundel Food Bank, Anne Arundel County CASA, and the Boys and Girls Clubs of Anne Arundel County. Burgers and Bands – Severna Park Taphouse & Grill, Severna Park Sunday, May 19th, 11 a.m. Come show your support for suicide prevention with friends, music, and food at the third annual Burgers and Bands, a family-friendly event with local bands. Funds raised here go to support mental health programs in local schools and suicide prevention groups such as the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention and Warrior Music Foundation.
Eastern Shore
Fine Arts at Oxford – Oxford Community Center Friday, May 17th through Sunday, May 19th For 35 years, Fine Arts at Oxford has been the Oxford Community Center’s biggest, most visible event. Roughly 1,000 people come to Oxford over the weekend from throughout the region to see over 40 juried artists exhibit and sell their fine art. Every year there is a fresh, consistently high-quality show for art enthusiasts. Chesapeake Sea Glass Festival – Chesapeake College, Wye Mills Saturday, May 18th, 12 p.m. The Chesapeake Sea Glass Festival will host over 30 sea glass artisans from all over the county. Peruse unique jewelry, have your sea glass shards examined by experts, and enjoy a lecture on Chesapeake Bay finds. Proceeds will benefit local humane societies. St. Michaels Running Festival – St. Michaels High School, St. Michaels Saturday, May 18th, 7 a.m. Based in one of the oldest and most picturesque towns on the Delmarva Peninsula, the eighth annual St. Michaels Running Festival promises gorgeous views. Run a half-marathon or 5K, both USATF certified, on courses that meander through waterfront communities and tranquil country roads. The race starts at St. Michaels High school and finishes on Fremont Street in historic downtown St. Michaels. Kids can enjoy a 1K that includes a shirt, bib, and medal. After the race, head over to Runners Village for beer, live music, and awards. Kent Island Day 2019 – Stevensville Pocket Park, Stevensville Saturday, May 18th, 10 a.m. Each year, on the third Saturday of May, Kent Island Day commemorates the founding of Kent Island in 1631 with a parade down Main Street, historic exhibits, displays, musical entertainment, activities, food, vendors, costumes, crafts, and activities for kids. In the event of inclement weather, please visit their webpage for important updates. Maritime Model Expo – Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels Saturday, May 18th and Sunday, May 19th Small boats and big fun are in store for guests of all ages as the Model Guild of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum and the Washington Ship Model Society host the 13th Maritime Model Expo. In addition to numerous indoor and outdoor maritime exhibitions along 18 acres of waterfront, the Maritime Model Expo offers CBMM guests pond demonstrations, model races, special exhibits, family activities, food, and more. Cambridge Classic Powerboat Regatta – Great Marsh Park, Cambridge Saturday, May 18th, 11 a.m. The Cambridge Classic Powerboat Regatta will once again bring the thunder and speed of world class powerboat racing to the Choptank River at Hambrooks Bay. Now in its 109th year, this year’s Classic is expecting approximately 70 boats. Each heat of racing involves a flying start and five laps around one closed course within Hambrooks Bay. Spectators can see all the action at Great Marsh Park, where bleacher seating and room for lawn chairs will be available. Or, if you prefer to watch from the water, join the boat spectator fleet on the back side of the course in Hambrooks Bay. Food and drinks will be available for purchase. CASABLANCA – Trident Aircraft Hangar at Easton Airport, Easton Saturday, May 18th, 6:30 p.m. Come support CASA of the Mid-Shore during its spring fundraiser, CASABLANCA. This fantastic evening will feature vintage aircrafts and autos, a live piano bar and 1940s music, upscale nightclub décor, and casino games. Adding to the enchanting ambiance, CASABLANCA will feature the culinary creativity and talent of Gourmet by the Bay, who will be offering thematic food and beverages, including French and Moroccan appetizers and gin-based specialty cocktails. Community Day – Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels Sunday, May 19th, 10 a.m. The Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels is hosting its free, annual Community Day with festivities taking place along CBMM’s Miles River waterfront. The event includes free admission for everyone, plus live music, regional food and drink, family activities, free boat rides, and more. Haven Ministries Annual Tea Party – Prospect Bay Country Club, Grasonville Sunday, May 19th, 3 p.m. Join Haven Ministries for its annual Tea Party. Enjoy a silent auction, shopping, and a fancy hat contest while tasting delectable scones, sandwiches, desserts, and tea.
Regional
Black-Eyed Susan Day – Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore Friday, May 17th, 9 a.m. Dedicate your Friday to the historic culture and relaxation of Black-Eyed Susan Day. Flaunt your style and creativity as one of Pimlico’s oldest stakes races unfolds in front of your eyes. Aside from the races, the day is filled with culture and activities that excite and engage crowds in new ways each year. On the Grandstand Apron from 12–6 p.m., stroll through a collection of shops, boutiques, and businesses owned exclusively by women. 144th Preakness – Pimlico Race Course, Baltimore Saturday, May 18th, 10:30 a.m. The 144th running of the Preakness Stakes, the Middle Jewel of the Triple Crown, returns to the historic Pimlico Race Course. First contested in 1873, the Preakness is one of thoroughbred racing’s most valued contests. Ticket options range from premium seating to the Budweiser InfieldFest.
