May 8th through 14th; Scout & Molly's, Annapolis
Scout & Molly's is donating 10% to Anne Arundel County CASA on ALL purchases for the ENTIRE week of May 8th. Stop by either the Annapolis or Reston location to participate and help raise money for CASA and our mission.
Star Wars: Return of the Jedi - In Concert
May 12th, 8 p.m.; The Music Center at Strathmore, North Bethesda
The fate of the galaxy hangs in the balance as the Rebel Alliance continues its fight against the Empire in Star Wars: Return of the Jedi. The iconic full-length film plays on the big screen as the BSO performs John Williams’ legendary score live. Presentation licensed by Disney Concerts in association with 20th Century Fox, Lucasfilm Ltd., and Warner/Chappell Music. © 2021 & TM Lucasfilm Ltd. All Rights Reserved. This concert will repeat on Fri., May 13 at 8 PM and Sat., May 14 at 3 PM at Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall in Baltimore, Md.
May 12th, 6 p.m.; Homestead Gardens, All Locations
Our Annual Spring Girls Night Out (GNO) party is always the social event of the season. Grab your favorite gal pals ( or your brave men) and head to Homestead Gardens, where you can sip, shop and sample. Tastings are courtesy of some of the finest establishments in our community. GNO also offers our spring bar featuring beer and wine for $5. Every cent goes to a local not-for-profit organizations who’s good work helps make our community a better place.
May 12th, 8 p.m.; Rams Head On Stage, Annapolis
Jesse Ruben is a singer/songwriter currently living in Brooklyn, NY. Best known for his lyrical storytelling and engaging live shows, his songs have been heard on more than a dozen TV shows in the US and abroad including Teen Mom, Switched at Birth, The Bachelor (Germany), and the recent Disney+ series Diary of a Future President. His most recent single "This Is Why I Need You” reached the top 10 in 12 different countries, and has been streamed more than 45 million times across all platforms. Beyond his music career, Ruben is highly active in philanthropic endeavors. He has run the NYC Marathon three times for The Christopher and Dana Reeve Foundation, the largest non-profit devoted to spinal cord injuries, and five times to raise money for Lyme disease research. He is also the founder of The We Can Project, an initiative for young students designed to help them discover their passions and give back to their communities. So far, more than 500,000 students have participated. To promote the program, he was personally invited by Hoda Kotb. to perform live on The Today Show.
Annapolis Up Rigging Tall Ships Festival
May 13th through 15th; Annapolis City Docks
Two iconic tall ships, two inspiring sailing vessels and a new scientific schoor will be moored at City Dock near the Burtis House and Susan Campbell Park. It’s a SAIL-abration! The weekend will also include live music at Susan Campbell Park on all three days as well as a maritime festival on Saturday and Sunday in the City Dock parking lot between the Harbormaster’s office and the park, plus activities for the kids. Admission is free to all events.
34th Annual Decorator Showhouse to benefit Historic Ellicott City, Inc
May 13th, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Oakdale Mansion, Woodbine
Culturally, historically, and architecturally significant, Oakdale, circa 1838 and 1898, is the ancestral home of Governor Edwin Warfield and is a magnificent estate on a tranquil 180-acre tract only 20 miles from both the Washington and Baltimore. Historic Ellicott City, Inc announces their 34th Annual Decorator Showhouse fundraiser set to take place at “Oakdale” (16449 Ed Warfield Road, Woodbine, MD 21797) beginning on Friday, May 13, 2022 and running until Sunday, June 5, Thursdays-Sundays with varying times. The property, which boasts 12 fireplaces and many impressive original details, will be beautifully transformed by 20 local designers into a wonderful showhouse ready for visitors. Tickets will be $30 in advance and $35 at the door and all proceeds will benefit Historic Ellicott City, Inc. For more information on Historic Ellicott City, tour times and purchasing tickets, visit https://showhouse.historicec.com or call 410-461-6908.
Golden Gala: 50+1 Years of London Town
May 13th, 6:30 to 10 p.m.; Historic London Town and Gardens, Edgewater
Celebrate London Town's 50th anniversary with a trip back to our start as a museum and gardens in the 1970s! Rock your favorite 1970s threads (or cocktail attire). Enjoy a retro-inspired signature cocktail, dance to classic hits, bid in the silent auction, and more. You can even help us create a time capsule for the next 50 years of London Town!
May 13th, 6:30 p.m.; Westin Annapolis Hotel
Join us as we gather together and celebrate the 100th Anniversary of the YWCA. On May 13th, we will don our fabulous 20’s attire and dance the night away.
May 14th; Westin Annapolis Hotel
Join the party at the Westin Annapolis on May 14th for the Arts Council of Anne Arundel County premiere fundraising event PAINT THE TOWN as we celebrate 29 years of providing leadership and advocacy for the local arts community! You’ll enjoy cocktails, music, dinner, dancing, and more. If you can’t make it on May 14th, don’t miss out on the fun. You can still participate in our raffle and silent auction!
Academy Art Museum Annual Spring Event
May 14th; Academy Art Museum
Our Spring Event is an exciting evening filled with delicious food and drinks and extraordinary art. Proceeds from the event provide vital funding for the Museum’s exhibitions and educational programming.
May 14th, 8 a.m.; Talbot County Community Center, Easton
This is a bike ride event with a great route, food, beer, fully supported to help raise money for charities operation second chance/wounded warriors, moveable feast, and AYLN hospital. So check out our flyer, website, and come ride with us.
Calvert Artists Guild Award Show and Sale
May 14th, 10 a.m.; Southern Maryland Sailing Association, Annapolis
Talented Southern Maryland artists will be showing their work inspired by the Chesapeake Bay and beyond, including mediums such as watercolor, acrylic, photography, mixed media, and jewelry. The Calvert Artists’ Guild was founded in 1978 to promote the appreciation and practice of fine arts and crafts in Calvert County. The guild sponsors art shows, field trips and workshops for all artists and those interested in the arts. For additional information, please contact the following persons: Jan Barr 301-641-1302 fujibarr@comcast.net or Kate Dinnel, 410-586-3375, katesilas@comcast.net. Website calvertartistsguild.org.
Day on the Bay to St. Michaels
May 14th, 10 a.m.; Annapolis City Docks
Cruise across the Chesapeake Bay to St. Michaels on the Eastern Shore. This quaint historic village offers fresh seafood, boutique shopping, and historic sites all within walking distance during your approximately 3 hours ashore, followed by the return cruise to Annapolis. Admission to the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is included.
Spring Open House and Public Anniversary Party
May 14th, 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.; Chesapeake Arts Center, Brooklyn Park
Come celebrate our 20th anniversary at our FREE CAC Open House as we open our doors for a day of fun and creative activities for the whole family. Explore the arts in every room at CAC – join in or watch dance demonstrations; see artists throw pots on a wheel; create hands-on projects in our arts classrooms; tour the exhibits in our galleries; see performances in our Black Box theater; and much more. Come celebrate indoor activities inside CAC’s Education wing and some outdoor fun as well. And no party is complete without a cake and giveaways! Watch our website for details. Thanks to Four River Heritage Area for their support of this week.
Revolutionary Annapolis Walking Tour
May 14th, 11 a.m.; Historic Annapolis Museum
Join Senior Historian Glenn E. Campbell and walk in the footsteps of patriot leader William Paca as you follow his dramatic personal and political story through the revolutionary era. Learn how a promising young lawyer became a rebel, a revolutionary, a signer of the Declaration of Independence, and the Governor of Maryland through the course of less than 20 years. This 90-minute, 1.5-mile walking tour begins at the Museum of Historic Annapolis and ends at the Maryland State House, with stops at fifteen other sites along the way.
May 14th, Noon to 4 p.m.; Clagett Farm, Upper Marlboro
Burgers and Brews for the Bay, a food and drink event that highlights the importance of regenerative agriculture and local food production, will return to Chesapeake Bay Foundation’s (CBF) Clagett Farm in Prince George’s County on May 14 from noon to 4 p.m.
Fest of Spring Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
May 14th, Noon to 8 p.m.; Great Frederick Fairgrounds
Experience Music, Food & Wines from the Caribbean & DMV at the first staging of the Annual Fest Of Spring series in Frederick MARYLAND!
Severna Park Shop Local Fun Fiesta
May 14th, 11 a.m.; Park Plaza Shopping Center, Severna Park
Don’t miss this fun, FREE, family event! We will have music, shopping, dancing, a photo booth and more! Shop Local Fun Fiesta is a Spring Shop Local Festival that brings businesses together with the community! The event takes place at Park Plaza....plenty of parking!
High Voltage AC/DC Tribute Band
May 14th, 7 p.m.; Avalon Theatre, Easton
For every High Voltage show, the nation’s premier AC/DC tribute band puts it all on the line so audiences can enjoy as authentic an AC/DC live performance as possible…next to the real thing. For over 10 years, Baltimore’s High Voltage has delivered the pure energy, excitement, and concert experience that true AC/DC fans around the world have grown to expect. They perform the very best AC/DC songs and the most recognizable hits, spanning the full range of epic hit songs from the Bon Scott era through the days with Brian Johnson at the helm.
May 15th, 7 a.m.; Sailwinds Park, Cambridge
On Sunday, May 15, join us as we navigate the Choptank River, between the bridges from the the Talbot County side to the Sailwinds Park beach access point on the Dorchester County side. This 2.0 mile trip across the Choptank River and will be supported by paddle craft, motor craft and the US Coast Guard.
May 15th, 3-8 p.m.; Annapolis Town Center
The Annapolis Town Center will welcome Urbano into the Town Center’s family with a Cinco De Mayo-themed street party. The party, which will benefit the nonprofit Feed It Forward DC, will take place outdoors from 3 pm to 8 pm on Towne Centre Boulevard. Live entertainment will include a DJ, Mariachis and a performance from Quimbao Latin Band. The party will include a taco bar, beer, tequila, special prize giveaways, and will conclude with fireworks. Tickets can be found here.
Burgers & Bands for Suicide Prevention
May 15th, 11 a.m. to 7 p.m.; Severna Park Taphouse
Burgers & Bands for Suicide Prevention is an organization that works to raise awareness and funds for suicide prevention. Our goal is to show people in our community that they are not alone in their struggles with mental illness. Burgers and Bands for Suicide Prevention represents hope for a light at the end of the tunnel. Our event has 2 stages with live bands and great food from the Severna Park Taphouse. Come on out for a fun day for a great cause.
