Follow Your HeART Gallery Art Show and Reception

October 5, 11:00 AM - October 29, 6:00 PM @ Artworks @ 7th

For the month of October, Artworks@7th is pleased to feature Follow Your HeART, a solo exhibition of new scratchboards by renowned artist Carmelo Ciancio.

Ballast Water Invasive Species: The Science of Environmental Regulations Presented by Dr. Mario Tamburri

October 17, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Chesapeake Biological Laboratory

Invasive species introductions, through the release of ship’s ballast water, have enormous ecological and economic impacts on coastal waters around the world, including the Chesapeake Bay. While national and international ballast water discharge regulations have been established to minimize risks, rigorous implementation of these rules is needed if we are to meet their goals. Dr. Tamburri will discuss how CBL research is addressing the issue of ballast water invasive species and the successful implementation of complex environmental regulations.

Live Music - Kevin Sullivan

October 19, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Scorpion Brewing Co.

Live, Local Music. No cover. Guitar and vocals

“At The Water’s Edge” Lecture Series presents “A Day at Chesapeake Beach Park, 1946-1972”

October 19, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Calvert Marine Museum

“A Day at Chesapeake Beach Park, 1946-1972” presented by Joan Kilmon; lecture provided by Calvert Library Step back in time with “At The Water’s Edge,” a new lecture series highlighting how people enjoyed leisure time on the Chesapeake Bay from 1890 through the 1970s. In the late 19th century, Calvert County saw a major transformation in the use of local waters and shoreline – from a place of work to a place of play. These years witnessed a decline in the number of people making a living on the water along with rapid growth in recreational boating. Fishing, boating and family amusements became popular with a burgeoning middle class. Steamboats, trains from the Chesapeake Beach Railway and improved roads for automobiles brought destination recreation on the bay and along Calvert’s waterways within reach for an ever-increasing number of visitors.

Dino Daze

October 20, 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM @ Calvert Marine Museum

Be a paleontologist for the day! Ongoing activities include digging for dinosaur bones in the Discovery Room sand box, a scavenger hunt filled with fun dinosaur facts that ends with participants cracking a dinosaur egg, and making a dino hat. Scheduled activities include listening to dinosaur stories, singing special dinosaur songs, and learning the dinosaur stomp dance. Activities appropriates for ages 4 – 10. FREE with museum admission.

Twin Beach Players - New Director's Showcase

October 20, 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM @ Boys and Girls Club

Twin Beach Players is proud to announce our first annual New Director’s Showcase! This year we present two one-act plays. Dog Sees God will be presented by our own Lindsay Haas. Lindsay is a longtime member of Twin Beach Players and will be making her directing debut with Dog Sees God; Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead, a dark comedy that follows the beloved Peanuts characters into their rocky and dramatic high school years. The Hope Chest will be presented by Terri McKinstry. Terri is a seasoned veteran of the theater world and will be directing her original one act, entitled The Hope Chest, which tackles love, loss and hope. ***NOTE*** This show is PG-13 due to subject matter and some strong language. Please join us weekends October 13-22 at the Boys and Girls Club, 9021 Dayton Ave North Beach, MD, 20714. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 seniors, military, students and members See https://twinbeachplayers.org/ for tickets and more information.

2nd Annual JPPM 5K Run/Walk

October 21, 7:00 AM - 11:00 AM @ Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM)

The Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum (JPPM) annual 5K Run/Walk is a fundraising event. Education and outreach programs are made possible through grants, fundraisers, donations and support from the Friends of Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum. The Friends of JPPM is a non-profit organization that supports environmental, history, heritage and archaeology educational programs and family events. For more information about the Friends of JPPM visit www.friendsofjppm.org or call 410-586-8515.

20th Annual Fall Farm Festival

October 21, 11:00 AM - October 22, 5:00 PM @ Multiple farms throughout Calvert County.

Get to know Calvert County's rural community by spending the day on a working farm! This event will take place rain or shine. Activities for children and adults!

Barrule

October 21, 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM @ Calvert Marine Museum

The concert is presented in partnership with The Celtic Society of Southern Maryland. Named after the famous Manx summit where legend says the ancient Celtic God Manannan MacLir stalked his mighty fortress, Barrule fuses three distinct musical forces: gifted fiddle-player Tomas Callister, accordion wizard Jamie Smith, and versatile accompanist Adam Rhodes on bouzouki. Together this talented acoustic unit creates a powerful and wholly distinctive sound. Tickets are $25 at the door, as available. Purchase tickets in advance online at https://cssm.ticketleap.com (some discounts apply). Doors open at 6 p.m.

Twin Beach Players - New Director's Showcase

October 21, 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM @ Boys and Girls Club

Twin Beach Players is proud to announce our first annual New Director’s Showcase! This year we present two one-act plays. Dog Sees God will be presented by our own Lindsay Haas. Lindsay is a longtime member of Twin Beach Players and will be making her directing debut with Dog Sees God; Confessions of a Teenage Blockhead, a dark comedy that follows the beloved Peanuts characters into their rocky and dramatic high school years. The Hope Chest will be presented by Terri McKinstry. Terri is a seasoned veteran of the theater world and will be directing her original one act, entitled The Hope Chest, which tackles love, loss and hope. ***NOTE*** This show is PG-13 due to subject matter and some strong language. Please join us weekends October 13-22 at the Boys and Girls Club, 9021 Dayton Ave North Beach, MD, 20714. Tickets are $15 general admission, $12 seniors, military, students and members. See https://twinbeachplayers.org/ for tickets and more information.

Halloween Family Fun Night at the Town of Chesapeake Beach

October 22, 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

How Do We Tackle Large Environmental Questions? Presented by Dr. Walter Boynton

October 24, 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Chesapeake Biological Laboratory

Are the nutrients nitrogen and phosphorous a problem in the Chesapeake Bay, and if so, do we need to control one or both? What caused the massive decline of seagrasses in the 1970s? And, why should we care so much about tidal marshes and other wetlands in the Bay system? Drawing on experiences from his distinguished 42 year career at CBL, Dr. Boynton will describe how scientists investigate large-scale environmental issues. He will also discuss how scientists, managers, and citizens have, and must continue to, come together to solve complex challenges facing our Bay.

Live Music at Scorpion Brewery

October 26, 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM @ Scorpion Brewing Co.

Live, Local Music featuring Fair Warning, Accordion and guitar

“Evolution of a Fishery and the Decline of an Estuary: Historical Ecology and Archaeology of the Chesapeake Bay”

October 26, 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM @ Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM)

JPPM Speaker Series: Archaeologist Torben “Torrey” Rick will explore the archaeology and historical ecology of the Chesapeake Bay focusing on Native American exploitation of oysters, crabs, and other bay resources.

Color from Nature Dye Workshop: Mordant Printing

October 28, 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM @ Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum (JPPM)

Learn how historic Indian and English calico cottons were printed. Use mordants to create different colors on cotton fabric.

Halloween in the Garden

October 28, 11:00 AM - 4:00 PM

A daytime trick-or-tricking event

Hound of the Town

October 28, 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM @ Boardwalk

A costume parade just for dogs and dog lovers. This dog costume parade will take place on the waterfront. Owners will walk their furry friends along the parade route where they will be introduced and judged by our panel of judges. Prizes will be awarded at the end of the parade. ONLY DOGS CAN BE ENTERED IN THE DOG PARADE!

8th Annual Halloween Boo Bash

October 28, 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM @ Waterfront

Parade and judging to follow registration. Trick or treat at local businesses after judging.

Drive In Movie

October 28, 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM @ Visitor Parking Lot

Ghostbusters (original)