Bello Machre 2024 Charity Golf Tournament
September 11th, 8:30 a.m.; Queenstown Harbor Golf Course, Queenstown
Our 40th annual golf tournament is a great way to support people with developmental disabilities while enjoying a wonderful day of golf. Join us as we raise funds FORE people with developmental disabilities across Maryland!
Be a Lifeline- Recognizing and Responding to those at Risk of Suicide
September 11th, 6:30 p.m.; Avalon Theatre, Easton
This session is designed to help you look after people – your family, neighbors, co-workers, and importantly, yourself too. Dr. Jeff Thompson, a research psychologist at Columbia University Medical Center and retired NYPD detective, will: Discuss key risk factors and warning signs, Clarify and separate common myths from facts, Provide practical tips for everyone, regardless of background
Annapolis Songwriters Festival
September 12th through 15th; Rams Head and other Various Locations in Annapolis
The Annapolis Songwriters Festival brings our love for music to the bay! The festival, which is modeled after the hugely successful Key West Songwriters Festival, has its own world-renowned watering holes and intimate theater settings, making our historic capital on the bay the perfect location for live music enthusiasts to get acquainted with the faces, voices, and stories behind the song. Lee Brice, Citizen Cope, JJ Grey and Mofro, Marc Cohn and so many other songwriters will be at Rams Head and various other locations in Annapolis on September 12th through 15th. Find a full schedule and get tickets at annapolissongwritersfestival.com
September 12th; Garfield Center for the Arts, Chestertown
The 17th annual Chesapeake Film Festival (“CFF”) comes to Chestertown, MD, on Sept. 12 with an engaging and timely lineup of environmental short films. The mini festival in Chestertown heralds the grand, three-day celebration of independent filmmaking at CFF 2024 in Easton September 27-29. The theme of the Chestertown Festival, Fragile Rivers/Fertile Land, pays homage to the abundant waterways and farmland that grace the Mid-Atlantic region. Six films have been carefully selected to show how residents, who have threatened these environmental treasures in the past, are now working to restore our rivers and minimize agricultural runoff.
September 13th, 8:30 p.m.; Thompson Park, Easton
The Easton Economic Development Corporation is thrilled to announce the return of Outdoor Movie Nights. Friends and Families are invited to come early, bring a picnic blanket or chair, and enjoy free screenings of entertaining and exciting films with everyone in their community. This month, enjoy Puss In Boots: The Last Wish (in Spanish with English subtitles)
34th Annual Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival
September 14th; Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis
The Kunta Kinte Heritage Festival is thrilled to announce its 34th annual celebration, and we are excited to host the festival at a new venue: the Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium (Blue Lot) in Annapolis. This year’s festival promises to be a vibrant and unforgettable experience for attendees of all ages.
September 14th; Downtown Annapolis
Hospice Cup is America’s largest charity regatta in numbers and dollars, and began in 1981 as an informal race among a small group of people interested in sailing and hospice care. Since then, the race has evolved into Hospice Cup, Inc is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to raising funds for and awareness of hospice care in our region. Based out of Annapolis, MD, they host an annual sailing regatta each September to raise funds and awareness of participating local non-profit hospices. This year Hospice Cup celebrates 43 years of raising sails, funds, and awareness for hospice care. Participating hospices use funds raised through Hospice Cup to continue to offer quality end-of-life care to patients, their families, and friends.
September 14th through 15th; Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis
The Maryland Seafood Festival hosts loads of seafood vendors, local shopping and vendor options, a fantastic beverage selection with lots of local craft beer and kids activities. The Crab Soup Cook-off will again occur on-site on Saturday and tickets are available in advance. We are excited to be including many of the local restaurants in the festival. Once you are done enjoying the festival, please wander around downtown Annapolis (DTA) and take advantage of the many establishments within walking distance.
September 14th; Idlewild Park, Easton
The Walk to End Alzheimer's is the largest event to raise funds and awareness for the care, support, and research efforts of the Alzheimer's Association. It's held annually in more than 600 communities nationwide, and we are excited to get the Easton community involved in this amazing event.
September 14th, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.; Tawes Garden, Annapolis
The event offers an opportunity to explore this special urban garden to gain inspiration and knowledge about incorporating native plants into the landscape. Representatives from local groups supporting native plants and sustainable gardening will be there to answer questions. A self-guided QR-based tour describes the different geographic areas represented in the garden.
September 14th, 10 a.m.; Downtown Chestertown
Come to the Chestertown Arts & Entertainment District’s ART WALK. Dozens of artists and artisans will be selling works at galleries, storefronts, at a Pop-Up Gallery. Live music will also be happening throughout town. For information email hester@kentculture.org or call the Kent Cultural Alliance at 410-778-3700
September 14th, 5 p.m.; Hammond Harwood House, Annapolis
Before Ballet Theatre of Maryland kicks off its performances in residence at Maryland Hall for the Arts, the company will open its season with Ballet in the Garden at the historic Hammond Harwood House on September 14th at 5 pm. This unique performance features smaller classical works in a charming garden setting and includes a complimentary glass of wine.
BSO Fusion- And I Love Her: The Beatles Reimagined
September 14th, 8 p.m.; Joseph Meyerhoff Symphony Hall, Baltimore
A musical tribute to the Beatles, the women that influenced them, and the kaleidoscopic characters they created, from "Michelle" and "Eleanor Rigby" to "Blackbird" and "Lucy in the Sky With Diamonds." Each song is witnessed through Steve Hackman’s unique and imaginative musical lens, elevating the masterful craftsmanship and explosive creativity of the original.
Annapolis Run for The Light House
September 15th, 8 a.m.; Quiet Waters Park, Annapolis
The 15th annual Annapolis Run for The Light House provides scenic half-marathon and 5K routes along the trails of Quiet Waters Park and through the beautiful Chesapeake Bay-front community of Hillsmere Shores. This race event is unlike any other in the greater Annapolis area! All proceeds from the Run for The Light House will benefit The Light House in Annapolis, a well-known public charity working to end the cycle of homelessness and poverty.
September 15th, 8 a.m.; Sandy Point State Park, Annapolis
Paddling any part of the Chesapeake Bay waters is a thrilling experience and launching from Sandy Point State Park is no different. With a beautiful sandy beach on the Western Shore of the Chesapeake Bay, you are provided with expansive views overlooking the iconic Bay Bridge. This race will bring together all levels of paddlers to share in a day of camaraderie and fellowship. Each race will present a different experience and challenge, the bay’s shifting conditions add to the fun as racers can experience anything from flat water glides to gusty winds and unpredictable swell and tides from the wind and current.
September 15th, 8 a.m.; Chesapeake College, Wye Mills
Save the date for our 20th Ride for Clean Rivers and your chance to ride the beautiful back roads of Talbot and Queen Anne’s counties in support of ShoreRivers’ work for clean waterways. This is a great way to bring summer to a close while also supporting a great cause.
September 14th through 15th, 21st through 22nd, 28th through 29th, October 5th through 6th, 12th through 13th, 19th through 20th; Maryland Renaissance Festival Fairgrounds, Annapolis
Unique among most festivals, including renaissance festivals, the Maryland Renaissance Festival utilizes a storyline and progresses each year forward in the timeline of Henry VIII, through all his reign and all six of his wives. This season the year is 1536, and as ever, the King’s love life is the source of gossip. The royal story is played out in stage shows and in improvisations throughout the festival grounds.
Music and Movement on the Green with Busch Library
September 19th, 9:30 a.m.; Annapolis Town Center, Annapolis
Bring a chair or blanket to join Busch Library for some musical fun with the whole family! Sing, chant, play instruments and dance while exploring sounds, rhythms and patterns that make up our language.
Raising The Curtain: Season Opening Celebration
September 19th, 6:30 p.m.; Byzantium Banquet Center, Annapolis
Sip crafted cocktails, feast on tropical cuisine, enjoy performances, and experience Annapolis Opera’s season-opening like never before! Explore the opera world through wonderful music, dine on tropical cuisine, and celebrate opera as we raise the curtain on the season in a night you won’t forget!
Haven Ministries Annual Golf Tournament
September 20th, 7:30 a.m.; Prospect Bay Country Club, Grasonville
Enjoy a great day of golf while supporting Haven Ministries to provide HOPE through Shelter, Clothing, Food and Support. The day begins with a gourmet breakfast, provided by Bark BBQ, a Bloody Mary Bar, 50/50 Raffle and a Haven Swag Bag! Lunch will be served on the course featuring a Backyard Grill Buffet
Music Bingo FUNdraiser for Girls on the Run
September 20th, 5:30 p.m.; Homestead Gardens, Davidsonville
Get your listening ears ready for a fun night of Music Bingo at Homestead Gardens on Friday, September 20th. The music bingo FUNdraiser benefits Girls on the Run of the Greater Chesapeake's scholarship fund by increasing program access and bringing confidence to more girls! Bring your family and friends to test your knowledge of song titles from various music genres and the chance to win fun prizes! Plus, you can check out Homestead Garden's new Beer Garden and grab pizza from a family-run pizza truck.
FINAL Annapolis Town Center Summer Concert
September 20th; 6 p.m.; Annapolis Town Center
Gather round for the final Summer Concert of the season from 6pm-8pm for family friendly live music at the Boathouse Pavilion in the East Village (located next to P.F. Chang’s). A performance line up you don’t want to miss: Lower Case Blues
September 21st; Kent Island Volunteer Fire Department, Chester
It is the 45th Annual Chesterwye Gala - Featuring a surf & turf plated dinner, dancing, and auction! Hosted on Saturday, September 21st at the Kent Island Fire Department, Chester, MD. Festivities kick off at 5pm.
September 21st through 22nd; Sandy Point State Park
The Annapolis Baygrass Music Festival is a conservation-focused musical event where just by having fun you're helping to Save the Chesapeake Bay. Baygrass blends the finest progressive bluegrass music with a gorgeous beachfront venue and a core mission to protect and restore the Bay. You'll enjoy 14 top touring bands on 2 stages over 2 days, delicious local food, microbrews, wines, craft cocktails/mocktails, workshops, craft vendors, and fun activities for all ages
September 21st; Boatyard Bar and Grill
With the help of singer/songwriter John Frinzi from Florida, musical guests have included long time Coral Reefer Doyle Grisham on pedal steel guitar, the Musical Director of the Coral Reefers, Michael Utley, plus Jim Mayer, Peter Mayer, Brendan Mayer (all touring & recording members of the Jimmy Buffett Band), and singer-songwriters Scott Kirby, Aaron Scherz and James White. We also have had Radio Margaritaville DJ JD Spradlin and songwriter/author Tom Corcoran. Extensive grilled buffet dinner by the Boatyard and signature cocktails are offered in a beachside setting.
September 21st; Crofton Country Club, Crofton
The annual Festival on the Green is here for the fall at the Crofton Country Club. Bring the whole family to a day you don't want to miss!
September 21st; Virtual Event
Join a team of experienced educators and therapists from across the GiGi’s Playhouse Network to learn how to teach individuals with Down syndrome the way they learn best. Since 2003, we have been working nonstop to empower individuals with Down syndrome to reach their full potential and move toward independence.
Unwritten: Annual Show Presented by The Annapolis Blend Corus
September 21st, 3 p.m.; Children's Theatre of Annapolis
The Annapolis Blend, under the direction of Jenny Harris, will present its annual show, "Unwritten:" on Saturday, September 21 at 3 p.m. at the Children's Theatre of Annapolis. The Annapolis Blend is an intergenerational performing group and a proud chapter of Sweet Adelines International. They sing four-part a cappella harmony in the barbershop style, and welcome singers of all backgrounds, ages and experience levels to join in the pursuit of musical excellence.
Navy Football Home Game vs Memphis
September 21st, 3:30 p.m.; Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, Annapolis
Saturday is the third of three-consecutive home games for the Mids. It's the first time Navy has opened the season playing three-straight home games since 1988 when the Mids opened up against James Madison, Delaware and Temple.
Naptown Philharmonic Concert - A New Chapter Begins
September 21st, 7:30 p.m.; Maryland Hall, Annapolis
A New Chapter Begins for the Naptown Philharmonic Orchestra on September 21 as Music Director/Conductor Anna Binneweg picks up the baton to kick off the 2024-2025 season with a concert to honor Hispanic Heritage Month, Unity and Resilience. The concert will showcase the rich musical repertoire of Latin America along with other, well-known compositions.
September 22nd; West Street, Annapolis
Gather in West Annapolis for the annual Oktoberfest on Sunday, September 22nd! This family-friendly event offers something for everyone, with beer, live music, delicious food, and a variety of vendors. Thanks to a partnership with West Annapolis Elementary School, kids will enjoy a range of fun activities tailored just for them, making it a perfect outing for the whole family. Don't miss out on the vibrant atmosphere and community spirit that make this event a local favorite. For more information, visit west-annapolis.com.
GiGi's Playhouse Golf Tournament
Queenstown Harbor Golf Course, Queenstown
GiGi’s Playhouse is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization with a mission to change the way the world views Down syndrome. We provide educational, therapeutic-based and career development programs for individuals with Down syndrome, their families and the community, always free of charge.
