Every Thurs 3:30pm-5:30pm - Kent Island Farmers Market at Cult Classic Brewery, 1169 Shopping Center Rd., Stevensville; Variety of foods, herbs, pet treats, and much more; Rain or shine; Call 410-643-3283; https://kifm830.wixsite.com/kifm/; On Facebook at kentislandfarmersmarket; dianebedline@gmail.com.

 

Every Sat 8am-12pm - Chestertown Farmers Market on High St. in downtown Chestertown; Fresh vegetables, fruits, eggs, herbs, breads, soaps, plants, flowers, beef, pork, chicken, lamb, seafood, cheese, wine, chocolates, honey, butter, baked goods, berries, jam, pet treats, alpaca & wool products, artisans, crafters, and more; www.chestertownfarmersmarket.org.

 

Every Sat 8am-12pm - Easton Farmers Market at 100 N. Harrison St., municipal parking lot, Easton; Rain or shine; www.facebook.com/eastonmarylandfarmersmarket.

 

Every Sun 9am-1pm - Centreville Farmers Market at 101 Lawyers Row, Centreville; Call 410-708-0151; centrevillefarmersmkt@gmail.com.

 

Through March 21st - 15th Annual Small Works Exhibition at Queen Anne’s County Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville; Call 410-758-2520; www.queenannescountyart.com.

 

Through March 30th 10am-11am - Tots of Fun for ages 0-5 at Kent County Parks & Recreation and Community Center, 11041 Worton Rd., Worton; Free with facility access card; Call 410-778-1948; www.kentparksandrec.org/

 

Through March 30th 11:59pm - Proposals Accepted for Play and Musical Titles for Production Consideration at The Garfield Center for the Arts 2027 Season; Detailed info on submitting a proposal  available at www.garfieldcenter.org/directors; Title proposals should be submitted by email to playideas@garfieldcenter.org; Once received, submissions will be acknowledged with a response email.

 

Through March 31st - Season Package available at Church Hill Theatre, 103 Walnut St., Church Hill; Purchase five tickets for the price of four; Call 410-556-6003; www.churchhilltheatre.org.

 

Fri’s through April 24th 5:30pm-7:45pm - Cornhole Club for ages 16 and older at Kent County Parks & Recreation and Community Center, 11041 Worton Rd., Worton; Free with facility access card; Call 410-778-1948; www.kentparksandrec.org/

 

Through April 24th - Drop-In Basketball for ages 16 and older at Kent County Parks & Recreation and Community Center, 11041 Worton Rd., Worton; Every Fri. 5:30pm-7:45pm; Free with facility access card; Call  410-778-1948; www.kentparksandrec.org/

 

Through April 30th - Recreational striped bass season on the Chesapeake Bay; Catch and release; Fishing license is required; https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/

 

Through June 1st - Summer Camp registration open for Sultana Education Foundation; Details at www.sultanaeducation.org; lbrocker@sultanaeducation.org; Call 410-778-5954.

 

Through Oct. 31st - Platform Tennis for ages 16 and older at Kent County Parks & Recreation and Community Center, 11041 Worton Rd., Worton; $75/resident, $90/nonresident; Call 410-778-1948; www.kentparksandrec.org/

 

Wed, March 18th - Clay Studio Open Studio at RiverArts, 343 High St., Chestertown; March 19th Kent Family Center Field Trip to KidSPOT, Handbuilding for Beginners, Beginner Plus Pottery, Photography Club, Clay Studio Open Studio; March 20th Free Concert, Fiber Fanatics, Clay Studio Open Studio; March 21st KidSPOT Saturday Drop In, Clay Studio Open Studio; March 22nd Clay Studio Open Studio; March 24th Beginner Wheel, Tapestry Tuesdays; March 25th Craft Your Image, Clay Studio Open Studio; March 26th Handbuilding for Beginners, Beginner Plus Pottery, Clay Studio Open Studio; Through March 20th When Good Triumphed Exhibit; Through March 28th Something Out of Kilter Exhibit; Every 1st & 3rd Thurs. Photography Club; Every Sat. KidSpot 9am-12pm; Every Tues.-Sun. Open Studio; Every 2nd & 4th Tues. Tapestry; Call 410-778-6300; www.ctownra.org.

 

Wed, March 18th - Video Game Hangout at Kent County Public Library, 408 High St., Chestertown; March 19th Board Game & Puzzle Swap; March 20th Mini Greenhouses: Homeschooler Hangout; March 21st Ask a Master Gardener Info Table; March 23rd Tech Help Drop In; March 24th Preschool Storytime, Baby & Toddler Storytime, Friends of the Library Book Donations; March 25th Video Game Hangout; Craft Your Image: Using Behind the Scenes Photos to Engage & Promote; Book Donations; Get your library card for free movies, ebooks, online classes, and much more; Board members needed; Call 410-778-3636; www.kentcountylibrary.org.

 

Wed, March 18th - Mobile Library and Bouncing Babies at the Library at QAC Public Libraries in Centreville and Stevensville;  March 18th Mobile Library, Bouncing Babies; March 19th Mobile Library, AARP Tax-Aide Tax Prep, Plant Propagation; March 20th Wire-Framed Suncatchers, Hotel Infinity: A VR Experience, Live Irish Music & Dancing; March 21st Bouncing Babies, AARP Tax Prep, Collage Bookmarks; March 23rd Mobile Library, Homeschool Science; March 24th Mobile Library, Mother Goose on the Loose, Storytime; March 25th Mobile Library, Bouncing Babies; March 26th Mobile Library, AARP Tax-Aide Prep, Next Chapter Book Club; Local Sponsors Needed for 2026 Adult Summer Reading Program; Call 410-758-0980 or 410-643-8161; www.qaclibrary.org.

 

Thurs, March 19th 10am-5pm - AARP Foundation Tax Aide Volunteers will be doing Federal and Maryland income taxes for Free at Kent Co. Community Center, 11041 Worton Rd., Worton; Additional Date: April 2nd; AARP membership not required; Program open to taxpayers of all ages; Must be a MD resident; For appointments call 443-485-1153, leave a voicemail; www.easternshoretaxaide.com.

 

Thurs, March 19th 6pm-7pm - Virtual KCPS Community Conversation; Various topics; Parents & Guardians encouraged to attend; Online signup form available at https://tinyurl.com/4bfvdc2p; Details at www.kent.k12.md.us.

 

Fri, March 20th 4:30pm-7pm - All You Can Eat Fish Dinner at Galena Vol. Fire Co., 90 E. Cross St., Galena; $15/adult, $10/children ages 6-12, Free/under age 6; Carryout available; Cash bar; Cash, check or credit cards accepted; Benefits Galena Vol. Fire Co. Tanker Fund; Visit www.galenavfc.org or www.facebook.com/galenavfc.

 

Fri, March 20th - Currents of Freedom: Frederick Douglass, New Maritime Narratives, and the Underground Railroad at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, 213 N. Talbot St., St. Michaels; March 21st Guided Tour: Oystering on the Chesapeake; March 22nd Guided Tour: Navigating the Chesapeake; March 24th Rising Tide After-School Workshop; March 26th Rising Tide After-School Workshop; Call 410-745-4941; www.cbmm.org.

 

Fri, March 20th - Colored Pencil I: Color Layering at Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely; March 21st Soup n’Walk: Blossoms, Birds and Frogs of Early Spring; March 22nd Spring Nature Journaling; March 24th Nature Preschool AM Session, Nature Preschool PM Session; March 27th Colored Pencil I: Color Layering; March 28th Bird Song; March 29th Plein Air in Gouache; March 31st Nature Preschool AM Session, Nature Preschool PM Session; Call 410-634-2847; www.adkinsarboretum.org.

 

Fri, March 20th - Half Day Art Club at Academy Art Museum, 114 N. Washington St., Easton; March 21st Documenting Art: Visiting Artist Workshop with Ben Tankersley; March 27th Don Saff Lecture: Robert Rauschenberg in China and the Overseas Culture Interchange; March 27th Hald Day Art Club, Member Reception with Ernext Cox; March 31st-May 5th Tuesday Morning Intermediate & Advanced Ceramics, Tuesday afternoon Intermediate & Advanced Ceramics, Wheel After Work; Homeschool Mini Sessions; Piano, Guitar, & Voice Lessons; Call 410-822-2787; www.academyartmuseum.org.

 

Fri-Sun, March 20th-29th - “The Glass Menagerie” at Church Hill Theatre, 103 Walnut St., Church Hill;  Fri’s & Sat’s 7:30pm, Sun’s 2pm; $25/adults, $20/members, $15/students; For tickets call 410-556-6003; www.churchhilltheatre.org.

 

Sat, March 21st 8am-11am - Breakfast at American Legion Post 228, 21423 E. Sharp St., Rock Hall; $12/Ages 12 &  up, $10/7-11 Years, Free/Under age 7; Sponsored by the Rock Hall Aux. Unit 228; Call 410-639-7081; www.almdpost228.org.

 

Sat, March 21st 7:30pm - Old Time Musical Magic with Ken and Brad Kolodner at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; $25/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sat, March 21st 3pm-5pm - Oyster & Ham Supper at Price Community Center, 121 Rabbit Hill Rd., Church Hill; Dine In or Carryout; $35/ea.; Additional oysters available, 10 for $10; Limited availability; Pre-orders suggested by calling 410-708-6216.

 

Sat, March 21st 5:30pm-10pm - Island Beach Bash Benefit Concert at Kent Island Resort, Farmstead Building, 500 Kent Manor Dr., Stevensville; $175/pp includes all entertainment, food, drinks, auction access and prize entries; Purchase tickets at www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/2026-beach-bash-tickets; Call 410-924-7744.

 

Sat, March 21st 7pm-10pm - “The Ramblers” at Millington VFW Post #652, 30922 River Rd.; Dances 1st and 3rd Saturdays each month; All are welcome; Find us on Facebook; Call 410-928-3234; vfwpost652@gmail.com.

 

Sun, March 22nd 3pm-5pm - Dinner at Chestertown Elks Lodge #2474, 8631 Bell Rose Lane, Chestertown; Pork Chop Dinner with stuffing, parsley, potatoes, peas & dumpling; $16/ages 12 & up, $7/ages 7-11, Free/under age 7; Carryouts available; Call 410-639-7062.

 

Sun, March 22nd 8am - Guided Birding Tour at Blackwater NWR Visitors Center, 2145 Key Wallace Dr., Cambridge; Free; 3-4 hour tour using personal vehicle, stopping at various points; Binoculars and field guides recommended; Call 410-228-2677; www.fws.gov/refuge/blackwater.

 

Sun, March 22nd 6pm - Delmarva Marching Band Rehearsal in the Church Hall of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 101 N Cross St., Chestertown; Call 410-778-0022.

 

Mon, March 23rd 5pm - Book Talk with Wil Haygood at Litrenta Hall, Toll Science Center, Washington College, Washington Ave., Chestertown; Free; starr_center@washcoll.edu.

 

Mon, March 23rd 6:30pm - “History” Meet the Artists at Kent Cultural Alliance, 101 Spring Ave., Chestertown; An Exhibit of the SFW Resident Artist Program; Featuring Cafarelli, Lewis & McKone; www.kentculture.org.

 

Tues, March 24th 8:30am-10:30am - “Community Connections at the Creek” at Radcliffe Creek School, 201 Talbot Blvd., Chestertown; Local business owners, nonprofit leaders, & community stakeholders invited; For details, visit www.radcliffecreekschool.org or call 410-778-8150.

 

Wed, March 25th 7:30pm-9pm - Open Mic with Ford Schumann at Garfield Center for the Arts, 210 High St., Chestertown; Runs the last Wed. of each month; Call 410-810-2060; schumannford@gmail.com.

 

Thurs, March 26th 7:30pm-9:30pm - “9 to 5 the Muscial” at Gibson Center for the Arts, Washington College, 300 Washington Ave., Chestertown; kschweitzer2@washcoll.edu.

 

Fri-Sun, March 27th-29th - 17th Annual Poetry Festival at Kent Cultural Alliance, Raimond Cultural Center, 101 Spring Ave., Chestertown; Poetry jam, eco poetry workshop, workshops, reading and conversation, Jericho Brown, and community open mic; Call 410-778-3700; www.kentculture.org.

 

Sat, March 28th 1pm-4pm - Spring Festival at Worton Park, Worton Rd., Worton; Egg hunt, games, crafts, food, prizes and more; Free; Call 410-778-1948.

 

Sat, March 28th 9am - 20th Annual Timothy Kern Memorial Clay Shoot at Hopkins Game Farm, 13003 Turners Creek Rd., Kennedyville; Registration 8:30am; $85/shooter; $65/ages 17 and under; Sponsors needed, $100 per sign; Raffles, 50/50, and more; Benefits Tim Kern Memorial Fund; For info email tkmemorialclayshoot@gmail.com.

 

Sun, March 29th 10am-2pm - Wedding Resale Event at Betterton Vol. Fire Co., 2 Howell Point Rd., Betterton; Decorations, dresses, accessories, jewelry & more; Food & drinks available for purchase; Free admission for shoppers; $25 per 8 ft. table for vendors/sellers; For details, contact tgrapes@bvc5.org.

 

Sun, March 29th 4pm - Special Sunday Afternoon with Dick Durham at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; $25/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sun, March 29th 8am - Guided Birding Tour at Blackwater NWR Visitors Center, 2145 Key Wallace Dr., Cambridge; Free; 3-4 hour tour using personal vehicle, stopping at various points; Binoculars and field guides recommended; Call 410-228-2677; www.fws.gov/refuge/blackwater.

 

Mon, March 30th 7pm - Town of Galena Planning & Zoning Meeting at 101 S. Main St., Galena; Call 410-648-5151; www.townofgalena.com.

 

Wed, April 1st 12pm - RH Senior’s Lunch Group meets at 21273 Sharp St., Rock Hall; Open to all seniors; Meets 1st Wed Monthly; Call 410-810-2074.

 

Wed, April 1st - Deadline to apply for Scholarships from Masonic Charities of Maryland; Over $70,000 will be awarded; For questions, email webmaster@chesterlodge115.com; To apply, visit www.mdmasonicscholarship.org.

 

Wed, April 1st 6pm - Community Solar Electric Generating Facility Public Meeting at Galena Vol. Fire Co., 90 E. Cross St., Galena; All are welcome.

 

Thurs, April 2nd 10am-5pm - AARP Foundation Tax Aide Volunteers will be doing Federal and Maryland income taxes for Free at Kent Co. Community Center, 11041 Worton Rd., Worton; AARP membership not required; Program open to taxpayers of all ages; Must be a MD resident; For appointments call 443-485-1153, leave a voicemail; www.easternshoretaxaide.com.

 

Fri, April 3rd 4:30pm-7pm - All You Can Eat Fish Dinner at Galena Vol. Fire Co., 90 E. Cross St., Galena; $15/adult, $10/children ages 6-12, Free/under age 6; Carryout available; Cash bar; Cash, check or credit cards accepted; Benefits Galena Vol. Fire Co. Tanker Fund; Visit www.galenavfc.org or www.facebook.com/galenavfc.

 

Fri, April 3rd 5pm-7pm - First Friday Celebration in Downtown Chestertown; Extended shopping hours and specials; www.downtownchestertown.org.

 

Sat, April 4th 7:30pm - Tracy Grammer at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; Nationally Acclaimed Singer-Songwriter; $25/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sat, April 4th 8am - Guided Birding Tour at Blackwater NWR Visitors Center, 2145 Key Wallace Dr., Cambridge; Free; 3-4 hour tour using personal vehicle, stopping at various points; Binoculars and field guides recommended; Call 410-228-2677; www.fws.gov/refuge/blackwater.

 

Sat, April 4th 9am-12pm - Join The Republicans of Kent at the Farmers Market at Kent Republican Headquarters, 302 Park Row, Chestertown; Register to vote; Change party affiliation; Volunteers welcome; Call 410-924-4442; www.gopofkent.com; www.kentcountyrcc.com

 

Sat, April 4th 3pm - Gospel & Comedy Explosion at Kent Co . High School, 25301 Lambs Meadow Rd., Worton; Doors open 2pm; $15/general admission, $25/VIP seating; Premium VIP seating $75 & $150 (whole row); For sponsorships call 302-483-7847; For vendor info call 443-354-2711; Call 215-986-3117 for more information.

 

Mon, April 6th 7pm - Live Playwrights’ Society at Garfield Center for the Arts, 210 High St., Chestertown; Call 410-810-2060; www.garfieldcenter.org.

 

Mon, April 6th 7pm - Town of Galena Mayor & Council Meeting at 101 S. Main St., Galena; Call 410-648-5151; www.townofgalena.com.

 

Thurs, April 9th 10am-2pm - MVA On Wheels & Online at 848 High St., Chestertown; No appointment needed for tag returns or individual registration renewal; By Appointment Only; For an appointment, a list of Motor Vehicle Administration services offered on the bus or to verify the bus schedule call 410-768-7000; www.mva.maryland.gov/

 

Fri-Sun, April 10th-19th - “Between The Lines” at Church Hill Theatre, 103 Walnut St., Church Hill;  Fri’s & Sat’s 7:30pm, Sun’s 2pm; $25/adults, $20/members, $15/students; For tickets call 410-556-6003; www.churchhilltheatre.org.

 

Sat, April 11th 9am-3pm - Chestertown A&E District Spring Art Walk in downtown Chestertown; Artists and artisans, pop up gallery, live music and more; Kent Cultural Alliance, 101 Spring Ave., Chestertown; Call 410-778-3700; www.kentculture.org.

 

Sat, April 11th 8am-2pm - Midshore Household Hazardous Waste Drop Off Day at QA Co. Public Works, 312 Safety Dr., Centreville; Rain or shine; Free to residents of Caroline, Kent, Queen Anne’s, and Talbot Counties; Call 443-685-4073.

 

Sat, April 11th 11am-3pm - “History” Open Studio at Kent Cultural Alliance, 101 Spring Ave., Chestertown; An Exhibit of the SFW Resident Artist Program; Featuring Cafarelli, Lewis & McKone; www.kentculture.org.

 

Sat, April 11th 1pm-2:30pm - DASH Freedom to Dream Academy at Sumner Hall, 206 S. Queen St., Chestertown; Monthly reading program designed to inspire imagination, creativity, and a love of reading; Ages 5-10 years old; All are welcome; Register at www.sumnerhall.org/dash.

 

Sat, April 11th 7:30pm - An Evening of Love & Bossa Nova at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; $25/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sat, April 11th 8am - Positive Strides Annual Spring Bike Classic Bike Tour at Easton High School, 723 Mecklenburg Ave., Easton; 25, 50 or 62 mile scenic routes with 3 rest stops & lunch at end of ride; $65/registration; Rain or shine; All ages welcome; www.positivestridescenter.org.

 

Sun, April 12th 3pm-4:30pm - NMF Resonance: Manuel Barrueco on guitar at St. Paul’s Parish, Kent, 7579 Sandy Bottom Rd., off Rt. 20, Chestertown; $25/adults, $5/students with ID, Free under age 14; Tickets at www.nationalmusic.us; Call 443-480-0221; info@nationalmusic.us.

 

Sun, April 12th 12pm-3pm - Annual Dinner at Queen Anne-Hillsboro Fire Hall, 13512 First St., Queen Anne; Eat in buffet-style or carryout; Country ham, fried chicken, chicken & dumplings, and all the fixins; $25/advance, $30/door, kids under 5 are free; Tickets at www.qahvc.com; Call or text 410-920-9146 or 410-829-4678.

 

Sun, April 12th 12pm-3pm - Annual Dinner at Queen Anne-Hillsboro Fire Hall, 13512 First St., Queen Anne; Eat in buffet-style or carryout; Country ham, fried chicken, chicken & dumplings, and all the fixins; $25/advance, $30/door, kids under 5 are free; Tickets at www.qahvc.com; Call or text 410-920-9146 or 410-829-4678.

 

Sun, April 12th 10am-4pm - Wicomico Hunt Point to Point at Mount Harmon, 600 Mount Harmon Rd., Earleville; Point to Point races, tailgating, marketplace & food court; Advanced tickets only GA $25, VIP tailgating & sponsorships $250 & up; Lots of vendors; Call 410-275-8819; www.mountharmon.org.

 

Sun, April 12th 5pm-6:30pm - Kent County Drum Circle at Airy Hill Stables, 7886 Airy Hill Road, Chestertown; Social hour 5pm; All adults & teenagers welcome; No experience required; Bring any type of percussion instrument (drum, tambourine, plastic bucket, two sticks) or just come; Instruments will be available; Bring warm clothes/blanket if cold outside; Join us for fun, community, stress relief, and to bang a drum.

 

Sun, April 12th 7:30am-10:30am - All You Can Eat Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Crumpton Vol. Fire Dept., 300 Third St., Crumpton; Held 2nd Sunday of each month; $12/ages 13 and older, $6/ages 6-12, ages 5 & under free; Call 410-778-6100.

 

Sun, April 12th 6pm - Delmarva Marching Band Rehearsal in the Church Hall of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 101 N Cross St., Chestertown; Call 410-778-0022.

 

Tues, April 14th 2pm - Upper Shore STRT1UP Roadshow at Washington College, 300 Washington Ave., Chestertown; Startups & entrepreneurs in Cecil, Kent & QA’s Co.’s are invited to pitch ideas for prize money; Prize money to top 3 competitors; Free; Apply to pitch or register to attend at www.kentcounty.com/business/strt1up.

 

Tues, April 14th 10am - Senior Nature Hikes for ages 55 and older at Sassafras Natural Resources Management area, with Kent County Parks & Recreation and Community Center; Call 410-778-1948; www.kentparksandrec.org/

 

Wed, April 15th 7:30pm - “Where Voices Meet” Invited Dress Rehearsal at Presbyterian Church, 905 Gateway Dr., Chestertown; Presented by Chester River Chorale; Celebrate the American spirit, Appalachian folk tunes, shape-note hymns, blues, gospel & spirituals honor the diverse traditions; Reserve tickets online at www.chesterriverchorale.org/performances/spring-concert-2026.

 

Wed, April 15th - Application due for the Annual Scholarship for local graduating seniors; From the Garden Club of Rock Hall; $1,000 Scholarship available; For criteria, scholarship form and application visit www.gcrh.weebly.com; ronnycolache@icloud.com.

 

Thurs, April 16th 6:30pm - Public Comment Hearing at Comfort Inn & Suites, 150 Scheeler Rd., Chestertown; Case No. 9799 5.0 MW Solar Photovoltaic Generating Facility; Visit www.pscmaryland.com to sign up for participation; Recording of hearing at www.youtube.com/channel/UCYK5mu0UMAUOqSQowRq2TIQ.

 

Fri, April 17th 7:30pm - Joe Holt with Kiara Vos & Rhonda Apple Nova at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Fri-Sun, April 17th-19th 10am-6pj - Bay Bridge Boat Show at Safe Harbor Narrow Point, 428 Kent Narrow Way North, Grasonville; Call 410-268-8828; www.annapolisboatshows.com/bay-bridge-boat-show/

 

Fri, April 17th 7:30pm - “Where Voices Meet” Concert at Presbyterian Church, 905 Gateway Dr., Chestertown; Presented by Chester River Chorale; Celebrate the American spirit, Appalachian folk tunes, shape-note hymns, blues, gospel & spirituals honor the diverse traditions; Reserve tickets online at www.chesterriverchorale.org/performances/spring-concert-2026.

 

Sat, April 18th 4pm - “Where Voices Meet” Concert at Presbyterian Church, 905 Gateway Dr., Chestertown; Presented by Chester River Chorale; Celebrate the American spirit, Appalachian folk tunes, shape-note hymns, blues, gospel & spirituals honor the diverse traditions; Reserve tickets online at www.chesterriverchorale.org/performances/spring-concert-2026.

 

Sat, April 18th 12pm - Cornhole Tournament at American Legion Post 228, 21423 E. Sharp St., Rock Hall; Doors open 11am; $20/entry; Double elimination; 60/40 Payout Split; Paying 3 Places; Pit Beef by Sons of the American Legion; Call 410-639-7081; www.almdpost228.org.

 

Sun, April 19th - Chesapeake Youth Symphony Orchestra at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sun, April 19th 8am - Guided Birding Tour at Blackwater NWR Visitors Center, 2145 Key Wallace Dr., Cambridge; Free; 3-4 hour tour using personal vehicle, stopping at various points; Binoculars and field guides recommended; Call 410-228-2677; www.fws.gov/refuge/blackwater.

 

Sun, April 19th 3pm-5pm - Dinner at Chestertown Elks Lodge #2474, 8631 Bell Rose Lane, Chestertown; Potroast dinner with carrots, macaroni & cheese, broccoli, assorted desserts & drinks; $16/ages 12 & up, $7/ages 7-11, Free/under age 7; Carryouts available; Call 410-639-7062.

 

Mon, April 20th 6pm - Town of Galena Park & Tree Committee Meeting at 101 S. Main St., Galena; Call 410-648-5151; www.townofgalena.com.

 

Tues, April 21st 6pm-8:30pm - 206 Tuesdays at Six Open Mic at QAC Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville; Free; All welcome; Acoustic musicians, writers, poets, etc.; RSVP to 410-758-2520; www.queenannescountyarts.com.

 

Tues, April 21st 6pm - Chevrolet Corvette Fans “No” Club Corvette Enthusiasts meet at Procolino’s, Kent Plaza, Chestertown; Meets monthly every third Tues. at 6pm, March-Nov., weather permitting; No dues, rules, regs, by-laws, officers, agenda; A social gathering of like-minded Corvette enthusiasts; m.waal@breezeline.net.

 

Wed, April 22nd-26th - Chestertown RiverArts Paint The Town plein air celebration throughout Kent County; Wet Paint Show & Sale; Quick Draw competition; Call 410-778-6300; kriskelley@chestertownriverarts.org.

 

Wed, April 22nd 8:30am-10:30am - Post-Legislative Session Breakfast Discussion at Heron Point, 501 E Campus Ave, Chestertown; $25/pp; www.kentchamber.org.

 

Thurs, April 23rd 9am - Compass Golf Tournament at Queenstown Harbor, 310 Links Ln, Queenstown; 7am Check In; For complete details, email vcorcoran@compassregionalhospice.org.

 

Fri-Sat, April 24th-May 30th - “History” Exhibit at Kent Cultural Alliance, 101 Spring Ave., Chestertown; Wed’s-Fri’s 10am-4pm, Sat’s 10am-2pm; An Exhibit of the SFW Resident Artist Program; Featuring Cafarelli, Lewis & McKone; www.kentculture.org.

 

Fri, April 24th 5pm-8pm - “History” Exhibit Opening at Kent Cultural Alliance, 101 Spring Ave., Chestertown; An Exhibit of the SFW Resident Artist Program; Featuring Cafarelli, Lewis & McKone; www.kentculture.org.

 

Sat, April 25th 1pm - “History” Artist Talk at Kent Cultural Alliance, 101 Spring Ave., Chestertown; An Exhibit of the SFW Resident Artist Program; Featuring Cafarelli, Lewis & McKone; www.kentculture.org.

 

Sat, April 25th 7:30pm - “Byrd is the Word” Charlie Byrd Trio Tribute at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; $25/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sat, April 25th 9am-1pm - 16th Annual Earth Day Festival at Park Row in downtown Chestertown; Community trash walk, electric vehicle display, free recycling of batteries and fluorescent bulbs, free tree seedlings, education, info booths and more; Call 443-480-1987; louiseandygoddard@gmail.com.

 

Sat, April 25th 10am-4pm - Wings of Spring Osprey Festival in Rock Hall; Friday cocktail party at Osprey Point Inn; Saturday on Main Street enjoy vendors, exhibitors, shopping, dining, guest speakers, demonstrations, guided water tours and more; firstandonlymate@aol.com.

 

Sun, April 26th 6pm - Delmarva Marching Band Rehearsal in the Church Hall of Emmanuel Episcopal Church, 101 N Cross St., Chestertown; Call 410-778-0022.

 

Sun, April 26th 4pm - Brasswood Trio Concert at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; Advanced Tickets $15/pp (plus $1.30 fee), $20/Day of; Cash bar & snacks available; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Fri, May 1st - Annual Golf Tournament at Prospect Bay Country Club, 311A Prospect Bay Dr. W, Grasonville; Benefits Haven Ministries; Greens fee $225/pp; Foursome $800/group; Sponsorships starting at $250; Register by April 17th; Call 410-827-7194; www.haven-ministries.org/golf-tournament.

 

Fri, May 1st 9am-1pm - Chestertown Garden Club’s May Mart Plant Sale at Memorial Park Plaza, downtown Chestertown; Perennials, annuals, shrubs, natives, house plants, garden decor & supplies; Raffle; Bake Sale; Food & beverages by Happy Chicken; Cash, checks & credit cards accepted; Rain or shine; Benefits beautification and maintenance of Chestertown’s Fountain and Memorial Parks and holiday decorations.

 

Fri, May 1st - Deadline to apply for Scholarships from 0rder of the Eastern Star Chapter #86; $1,500 in scholarships available; To obtain application, email chestertownchapter86@gmail.com.

 

Fri & Sat, May 1st & 2nd - Chestertown Pride Festival at Wilmer Park in Chestertown; All are welcome; Live entertainment, local vendors & artisans, community resource tables, family-friendly activities, food & refreshments; For details, contact info@dpckentcounty.org; www.delmarvapridecenter.com.

 

Fri, May 1st-July 31st - Recreational striped bass season on the Chesapeake Bay; Harvest; One fish per person, per day; Minimum length 19 inches; Maximum length 24 inches; Fishing license is required; https://news.maryland.gov/dnr/

 

Sat & Sun, May 2nd & 3rd - 44th Annual Decoy & Wildlife Art Festival at Star Centre, 700 Congress Ave., Havre de Grace, MD; Sat. 9am-5pm, Sun. 9am-3pm; $10/admission; Benefits Havre de Grace Decoy Museum; Free marine exhibition both days; Call 410-939-3739; information@decoymuseum.com.

 

Sun, May 3rd - NMF Resonance: Matchstick Percussion at St. Paul’s Parish, Kent, 7579 Sandy Bottom Rd., off Rt. 20, Chestertown; Rescheduled from Feb. 22nd due to weather; $25/adults, $5/students with ID, Free under age 14; Tickets at www.nationalmusic.us; Call 443-480-0221; info@nationalmusic.us.

 

Sun, May 3rd 8am - Guided Birding Tour at Blackwater NWR Visitors Center, 2145 Key Wallace Dr., Cambridge; Free; 3-4 hour tour using personal vehicle, stopping at various points; Binoculars and field guides recommended; Call 410-228-2677; www.fws.gov/refuge/blackwater.

 

Sat, May 9th - Talbot County Tour of the Maryland House & Garden Pilgrimage; Advance ticket/$50 until May 8th, Day of ticket/$60; Box lunches ordered in advance by May 1st; For tour sites, tickets & complete details, visit www.mhgp.org/talbotcounty.

 

Sat, May 9th 7:30pm - Frank Vignola & Vinny Raniolo at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; $25/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sat, May 9th 1pm-2:30pm - DASH Freedom to Dream Academy at Sumner Hall, 206 S. Queen St., Chestertown; Monthly reading program designed to inspire imagination, creativity, and a love of reading; Ages 5-10 years old; All are welcome; Register at www.sumnerhall.org/dash.

 

Sun, May 10th 5pm-6:30pm - Kent County Drum Circle at Airy Hill Stables, 7886 Airy Hill Road, Chestertown; Social hour 5pm; All adults & teenagers welcome; No experience required; Bring any type of percussion instrument (drum, tambourine, plastic bucket, two sticks) or just come; Instruments will be available; Bring warm clothes/blanket if cold outside; Join us for fun, community, stress relief, and to bang a drum.

 

Wed-Sat, May 13th-16th - 9th Annual Paint Kent Island at Kent Island Federation of Arts, 405 Main St., Stevensville; Call for artists; Plein air painting, monetary awards, reception, gallery space; $40/member, $45/other; Call 410-643-7424; www.kifa.us.

 

Fri, May 15th 9am-2pm - 21st Annual Senior Summit Aging & Disability Resource Fair at QAC 4-H Park, Centreville; Presented by QAC Aging & Transportation; Call 410-758-1040; www.qac.org/1184/qac-senior-summit

 

Fri, May 15th 7:30pm - An Evening with Mad Agnes Acoustic Trio at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; $25/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sat, May 16th 7pm - “Feast Your Ears” The Story of WHFS Radio at The Mainstay, N. 5753 Main St., Rock Hall; $15/pp; Cash bar; Call 410-639-9133; www.mainstayrockhall.org.

 

Sat, May 16th 10am-4pm - Kent Island Day in historic Stevensville, East Main St. and Love Point Rd.; Food, live music, artisans, vendors, parade; www.kentislandheritagesociety.org.