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Join us for a magical summer in the garden! Enjoy a safe, outdoor, engaging experience during Annmarie’s Enchanted Summer at the Garden! We’ve taken all the best parts of our popular Fairy & Gnome Home Festival and transformed it into an amped-up, low-touch/no-touch, multimedia, daily, outdoor experience of frolicking fairy fun. Grab your bug spray, pack a picnic blanket or chairs, and spend your summer with us!

Come explore this charming exhibit of more than 75 handmade houses scattered throughout the trails and woods of the garden. Made by wonderfully creative artists from the community (and beyond), this exhibit features works in all media.

Miss seeing your favorite otters at Calvert Marine Museum? Wait no longer!! You can now check in with Chumley, Calvert and Chessie Gracie on the Calvert Marine Museum's live web cams.

We will start with an online show on our website and social media accounts, and then move to a physical gallery show once the public gathering restrictions have been lifted. Please note this means the artwork delivery dates and the gallery show dates may change as we progress through this crisis. If your work is accepted, we will keep you informed of any changes. Current details are listed below. Bloom & Grow is a lush, colorful, and wide-ranging celebration of floral and botanical art. From biblical depictions of the Garden of Eden, to the plein air art of the Impressionists, to the bold stylized motifs in pop culture, depictions of flowers are plentiful throughout art history and visual culture. Bloom & Grow will feature works that continue these traditions, as well as works that push beyond to explore the symbolic, the emotional, the environmental, and the personal connections we have with flowers, plants, and all things that grow outdoors.

We thought you'd enjoy another round of online jigsaw puzzles of scenes in North Beach! Remember, you can adjust the number of pieces to make it as easy or as hard as you want. Good luck!

We don't have to miss the beauty of Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center this spring! We've created a peaceful video tour of the garden just for you! Enjoy the art as well as the first buds of spring leaves and blossoms now appearing.

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center in Solomons, Maryland, is pleased to present a powerful new exhibit exploring images and experiences of woman in art, as creators, innovators, consumers, and subject matter. She: An Expression of Womanhood will run through September 27, 2020 in the Kay Daugherty Gallery. The juried exhibit features over 80 works from local and national artists. Themes. Images, and experiences are expressed in a variety of mediums, including, painting and drawing, fiber, assemblage, and sculpture.

CalvART is a cooperative gallery located in Prince Frederick, MD, and affiliated with the Arts Council of Calvert County. CalvART is a showcase for artists from Southern Maryland and highlights work from a wide range of styles and media. Our artists excel in paintings, pottery, jewerly, sculpture, woodturning and photography. CalvART highlights artwork by the Southern Maryland community and partners with community groups and organizations for its shows. You are always welcome to browse, and spend a part of the day looking at our artwork and meeting the artists.

For Rising Kindergartners to 4th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Monday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Thursday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

For ages 7 - 10, but siblings may join in. Why is water important? How do we use water - inside our homes and in our yards? Join naturalist, Tania Gale for this online learning opportunity. We will use our morning Zoom meetings on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday as a springboard for at-home, in-your-yard experiments and exploration. Registration includes Zoom meetings and ideas for for fun and educational activities based on the class. This is an online class. Supply list will be made available before class time. A link for the online program will be sent to all who register.

For Rising 5th to 7th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Tuesday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Friday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

Mixologist Brooke Brown-Fritz joins us for another wildly popular Shaken & Stirred series. And this time we're going to be creating some Summer Cocktail Cure drinks! Using homemade syrups and fresh ingredients you will learn to create these craft cocktails and of course enjoy them too! No experience necessary. You’ll prepare and enjoy amazing three cocktails. A light tasting menu is also included.

This program is designed to invite adults and children 18 months to 3 years to discover the museum together through music, stories, and special activities. Join us for story time and a take away craft, available while supplies last. Sessions are 15-20 minutes. Capacity limited to 10 people per session.

For Rising Kindergartners to 4th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Monday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Thursday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

We invite you to join us as we paddle up the beautiful Parkers Creek, one of the most cared for and protected creeks on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The creek is surrounded by the Parkers Creek Preserve, over 3,200 acres of wildlands and natural forests. ACLT provides friendly, expert guides to make your trip fun, informative and safe! We also offer you the option to use our canoes (2 person) or you are welcome to bring your own canoe/kayak. Just let us know. Registration is required.

Join us along with Those Grazy Girls and learn how to make a beautiful Charcuterie board that is sure to impress! “A Southern Maryland based artisan grazing table and charcuterie board creator, Those Grazy Girls was born from a natural love of creativity and a passion for food. Woman owned and run, we believe that food should look beautiful, taste amazing and be sourced from the wonderful community around us. By following the seasons and supporting our local farmers and makers, we pride ourselves on creating delectable and unique grazes for every occasion.”

We will take a photo safari and hunt for butterflies. Bring your family and your cell phone cameras to "capture" these beautiful creatures. We will get a quick overview of some of our common local butterflies, photography tips, and an intro on how to upload your captures to iNaturalist for documentation. Then head off to explore the meadows on your own for some great photo opportunities.

For Rising 5th to 7th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Tuesday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Friday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

For ages 7 - 10, but siblings may join in. Why is water important? How do we use water - inside our homes and in our yards? Join naturalist, Tania Gale for this online learning opportunity. We will use our morning Zoom meetings on Monday, Wednesday, and Friday as a springboard for at-home, in-your-yard experiments and exploration. Registration includes Zoom meetings and ideas for for fun and educational activities based on the class. This is an online class. Supply list will be made available before class time. A link for the online program will be sent to all who register.

Come and celebrate all things otter! Perfect for families with pre-school and elementary age children. Dance "the Swim" with our otter mascot, make an otter-themed craft, touch otter fur, meet the keepers, and learn “otterly” terrific facts about otters. All programming is included with regular museum admission.

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum is a 560-acre state park and museum located along the Patuxent River in St. Leonard, Calvert County, Maryland. Join us there for the best food trucks around! Featuring over 20 trucks, live music, beer, wine & spirits, car show, and an area just for the kids! Oh, and a Fireworks Show set to music to close out the event by Innovative Pyrotechnic Concepts! Choose from more than 20 amazing food trucks offering a wide variety of cuisine. We have Italian, BBQ, Seafood, Pizza, Mexican, Caribbean, Soul Food, Creole, Desserts and more! This event is built for the whole family! Live music all day!

Who says you have to go out for sushi? Chef Brian will walk you through how to make authentic, delicious and beautiful rolls in your very own kitchen. We are now offering optional kits that contain all of the ingredients necessary to prepare the recipes presented. You can also purchase the suggested sake pairing.

For Rising Kindergartners to 4th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Monday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Thursday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

Missing the artLAB? Join us outside for a lightly guided upcycled art project! We'll guide 10 family groups through a step by step project, while being properly distanced, outdoors, and providing individual tool kits to eliminate shared materials. A great way to customize your family visit to Annmarie!

This FREE program for Pre-K kids features stories that transport participants into the past! In addition to reading a story, participants will join in on activities related to the story’s setting. Suitable for children ages 2-5 years old. Due to COVID, Time Traveling Kids Storytime will be live on Facebook.

For Rising 5th to 7th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Tuesday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Friday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

All ages, adults accompaniment is required for children under 8. Wade in the bay with a seine net to discover critters living close to the shore. Participants will get a close look at bay animals such as grass shrimp, gobies, and skillet fish. All supplies will be provided. This program will be ongoing - meet the naturalist at the pier on the beach. Stay for part of or all the time program time.

Bring a lawn chair and enjoy local, farm fresh ice cream while visiting the original, fully restored Port Republic One-Room Schoolhouse. You'll see where the Calvert County fourth grade students experience a day of history. There will be activities for the children and live music by the Calvert County Dance Band.

Join Angela Blackham of The Southern Beekeeper as she dives into the intricacies of soap making! Learn about mixing oils, lye safety, all-natural colorants, and the science behind it all... saponification! This workshop is suitable for ages 15 and up..

This program is designed to invite adults and children 18 months to 3 years to discover the museum together through music, stories, and special activities. Join us for story time and a take away craft, available while supplies last. Sessions are 15-20 minutes. Capacity limited to 10 people per session

Meet the naturalist on the beach for a quick introduction to fossiling and to pick up your take-home fossil kit (includes a small shovel, sifter and fossil ID guide). Then hit the beach to explore on your own for fossils and shells. The naturalist will be on hand during the program for questions and to help identify your beach finds. Materials fee: $5/ fossil kit required. Families may purchase additional kits when they register.

For Rising Kindergartners to 4th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Monday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Thursday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

For Rising 5th to 7th Graders. Join us digitally for a series of fun activities to keep you busy all summer long. Each week will include two virtual meet ups and an activity to do at home. The first meet up is on Tuesday at 10:00 am to get you started and another meet up on Friday at 10:00 am to share what you've made and learned. We will provide a packet of materials to complete the activity (that will be picked up from the Park) and digital tutorials.

Popular throughout Spain, tapas are festive and delicious appetizers and snacks that are perfect for get-togethers and dinner parties – any time of the year. Join us as we spend the evening preparing an array of tapas via Zoom! We are now offering optional kits that contain all of the ingredients necessary to prepare the recipes presented.

The SMCR Dragon Quest is a scavenger hunt for cash prizes across St. Mary's and Calvert Counties. This event is not timed, and gives you and your small social-distance-friendly group a fun day hunting around town for puzzle pieces to complete your hunt. From the starting location, you'll be given a clue to the next stop on the route. When you arrive, you'll pick up your coveted puzzle piece, participate in a team challenge, take a photo with the Station Banner, and be given a clue to the next station. When you arrive at the final stop, you and your group will put together your puzzle at a designated table which will be cleaned specially for you! Take a photo of your team with the completed puzzle and return home to await the results of the prize drawing.

It's fairy and gnome season at Annmarie! We've reconfigured our popular outdoor festival to accommodate social-distancing and low-touch precautions, providing a safe outdoor experience for families to imagine, create, and explore! Dress in your fairy finery, pack a picnic blanket, and join us! Timed tickets to control crowd size; advanced purchase required. Masks required only for activity stations and vendor booths. A socially-distanced, family-group based experience.

Cannolis are one of the best known specialties of Sicilian pastries. They consist of a waffle of fried dough and a filling of ricotta cheese mixed with sugar. Join Chef Kim as she shows you what makes the best cannoli, from shell to filling! We are now offering optional kits that contain all of the ingredients necessary to prepare the recipes presented.

Chinese dumplings have been around since Ancient China, with cultural significance going back over 1,800 years. Dumplings were first introduced by a healer named Zhang Zhongjing who created little dough-wrappers filled with lamb, chili, and herbs to feed the members of his community. Dumplings have evolved into a delicacy! Join us as Chef Brian shows you the ins and outs of making dumplings!

Out of Order and Friends - Outdoor Summer Concert at the Rod and Reel, Chesapeake Beach Resort and Spa. Come join us for the best party on the beach!

Missing the artLAB? Join us outside for a lightly guided upcycled art project! We'll guide 10 family groups through a step by step project, while being properly distanced, outdoors, and providing individual tool kits to eliminate shared materials. A great way to customize your family visit to Annmarie! This week's project: Nature Creatures-- mandrakes and bowtruckles for the Harry Potter fans out there! This could easily turn into Groot for superhero fans.

Join certified instructor Jonna Jones for an engaging hour of all-levels yoga class where we will coordinate the breath and the body to build strength, increase flexibility, and improve balance. Yoga benefits both mind and body, helping to release the old and emboldening you to rise in confidence. It will be followed by a light meal and a complimentary glass of wine, beer, or iced tea.

For preschoolers ages 3 – 5, with an adult. This program focuses on one of the museum's three themes. Join us for story time and a take away craft, available while supplies last. Sessions are 15-20 minutes. Capacity limited to 10 people per session.

We invite you to join us as we paddle up the beautiful Parkers Creek, one of the most cared for and protected creeks on the western shore of the Chesapeake Bay. The creek is surrounded by the Parkers Creek Preserve, over 3,200 acres of wildlands and natural forests. ACLT provides friendly, expert guides to make your trip fun, informative and safe! We also offer you the option to use our canoes (2 person) or you are welcome to bring your own canoe/kayak. Just let us know. Registration is required.

Speaker: Francis Lukezic, Conservator, Maryland Archaeological Conservation Lab. Always ready for an adventure, Francis spent the summer of 2018 in southwest Alaska as site conservator and lab manager at the Nunalleq Archaeological Excavation, which is the subject of this talk. Nunalleq is a pre-contact Yup'ik site located in southwest Alaska, on the coast of the Bering Sea, and produced over 60,000 artifacts over 10 years of seasonal excavations. The presentation highlights the Yup'ik village of Quinhagak's collaboration with archaeologists and conservators to save thousands of artifacts from the Nunalleq site before they eroded out of the tundra and washed into the Bering Sea and to create the Nunalleq Culture and Archaeology Center, the home for all the artifacts.

It's an outrageous night of BAD ART MAKING at Annmarie Garden. Adults-only are invited to be inspired by the works in our galleries, then undertake some unconventional and unorthodox art-making. We'll have all the supplies you'll need to have at it. Finished artwork will be displayed for all and then cast your vote for "The Best of the Worst." Prizes will be awarded! It's a great night to let loose, get "creative", and have some fun! Cash bar, bad snacks and lively music will add to the fun. Grab a friend, come with a group, or just come alone and meet new people and join the fun.

Toy boats will be available as a carry-out craft during each open session at the museum. We will have pre-packaged kits available for pick up in the Harms Gallery, while supplies last. For ages 5 and up. Sponsored by the Patuxent Small Craft Guild.

This program is designed for people who want to learn more about fossils: where to find them, how to identify them, what they can tell us about the past. This program is for adults and children 8 and older, accompanied by an adult.

Sunset cruise aboard the head boat Miss Lizzy with Captain Shawn Gibson and Crew. Check back for updates on individual cruises. Sponsored by The Town of Chesapeake Beach.

If you think Grandma's recipes were good, try Great-Great-Great-Grandma's! Immerse yourself in the taste of the past with this workshop. We will be using traditional cooking techniques to recreate recipes from the 18th and 19th centuries. This workshop is suitable for ages 13 and up.

Little Minnows is for preschoolers ages 3 - 5 and will focus on one of the museum's three themes. Join us for story time and a take away craft, available while supplies last. All children must be accompanied by an adult.

Who doesn’t love homemade pasta? It is oh so much better than the dry version. If you’ve always wanted to learn how to make your own at home, now is your chance. It’s so much easier than you think. We’ll also prepare a variety of sauces to go with them.

This event features the traditional equestrian sport of ring jousting. This is the spearing of rings while riding on a running horse. The competition is broken down into 4 classes based on skill only. Men and women, as well as adults and children, compete against each other. Ring jousting has been active in Maryland for over a century and a half, ultimately becoming Maryland's official state sport in 1962. You may also visit our 19th century one-room school, shop at a bazaar and cool off in the air-conditioned church while enjoying an organ concert. Stay for a family style dinner which includes deviled crab, baked ham, fried chicken (choice of 2), assorted side dishes, dessert and drinks. Enjoy as a boxed supper or served in an air-conditioned hall. Shop at the bazaar which will also include a children's corner featuring pony rides, face painting, a balloon artist and many other activities.