Date: Sunday the 1st
August 1-31
Time:
Event: Garden Puppet Theatre Mini-Museum Exhibit
Location: Kent County Visitor Center, 122 N. Cross St. Chest

Contact:
PH: 410-778-5841
Email: tph203@verizon.net
URL:

Changing characters and themes throughout the year.

Date: Sunday the 1st
August 1 - 29, 2010
Time: 5-8pm
Event: Parts
Location: Chestertown Arts League at 312 Cannon St., Chester

Contact: Rich Hall
PH: 410-928-5012
Email: rwhall@pitt.edu
URL:

Art which examines detailed views of the human body, animals, the works of nature and man, . An alternative title might be "Parts of the Whole". Open to all artists in all media. Thurs, Fri 11am-4pm; Sat 10am- 4pm; Sunday hours in the summer and event weekends. Special show openings with receptions on most first Fridays of each month - 5-8pm. FREE Show dates: July 2 - Aug 29

Date: Monday the 2nd
Time: 1pm
Event: Brain Benders @ Kent County Public Library
Location: 408 High Street, Chestertown, MD

Contact: Vera Shade, Children's Librarian
PH: 410-778-3636
Email:
URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org

Summer Reading Program, MAKE A SPLASH, READ!
Balance on a light bulb without breaking it, thrust a straw through a potato or propel a pencil through a solid block of wood without breaking the point--no, it's not magic, it's science!
The MARYLAND SCIENCE CENTER will present these mind-boggling scientific events and you are invited to learn how the laws of physics and the scientific method influence your everyday actions. Ages 5 to 12.

Date: Friday the 6th
August 06 - September 30
Time: 5-8pm Reception on the 1st Friday of the
Event: The Artists' Gallery First Friday
Location: 239 High Street, Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-2425
Email:
URL:

Featuring Jeanne Salisbury's new oils

Date: Friday the 6th
Time: 5-8pm
Event: Chestertown's 1st Fridays
Location: Downtown Chestertown

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: www.kentcounty.com/artsentertainment

Meander the red-brick, tree-lined sidewalks of Historic Chestertown, while enjoying extended shop hours and arts and entertainment throughout Downtown. For a list of activities, please check this calendar for specific listings.

Date: Friday the 6th
Aug. 6th-29th, 2010
Time: Wed-Fri 12-3pm, Sat 9am-3pm
Event: Rob Glebe and Friends
Location: Art Works, 306 Park Row, Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-6300
Email: artworkschestertown@gmail.com
URL: www.artworkschestertown.org

In August the Artworks Gallery demonstrates how ordinary raw materials can become exquisite pieces of artwork when put in creative, skilled hands. Chestertown craftsman Rob Glebe is back to curate the August show. He will exhibit his new metal work along with glass art created by Doug Conner of Millington and Patti and Dave Hegland of Chestertown Gallery open Wednesday thru Friday 12-3pm, Saturdays 9am-3pm. For more information call 410-778-6300 or email artworkschestertown@gmail.com

Date: Friday the 6th
August 6 & 7
Time: Aug.6 at 7pm; Aug.7 at 3pm
Event: Playmakers Summer Camp Final Production
Location: Prince Theatre

Contact: Box Office
PH: 410-810-2060
Email: officeprincetheatre@gmail.com
URL: www.princetheatre.org

"Wind in the Willows"
Emerging from his home at Mole End, Mole's whole world changes! Join Mole in his adventures with Water Rat. Toad, Badger and other well-meaning characters.
Summer Camp at the Prince Theatre is provided for youth from 8 to 15 years of age. Their 5-week camp culminates in this original production that includes all participants.

Date: Saturday the 7th
August 7
Time: 10am–5pm
Event: Betterton Appreciation Day
Location: Betterton

Contact:
PH: 410–348–5678
Email: bettertonday@gmail.com
URL:

Celebrate alongside the sandy & only nettle-free beach on the Chesapeake Bay, Betterton Beach. Enjoy a traditional parade, swimming at Betterton Beach, baby contests, food, face painting, craft vendors, music and the now famous "Cow Plop Bingo," held in the town park. 10am-5pm. Parade begins at 10:30am.

Date: Saturday the 7th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: http://www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Wednesday the 11th
Time: 1:30pm
Event: Musical Celebration at Kent County Public Library
Location: Rock Hall Branch, 5585 Main Street

Contact: Vera Shade
PH: 410-778-3636
Email: kcowperthwait@kent.lib.md.us
URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org

Summer Reading Game-MAKE A SPLASH, READ!
Uncle Pete is Back! Kids and adults are invited to sing and dance at this energetic and interactive musical celebration. Don't miss it!

Date: Saturday the 14th
Time: 7-8:30pm
Event: Swing City: Delmarva's Big Band
Location: Fountain Park, Downtown Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-0500
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com/events/musicpark/

Music from Basie, Miller & Dorsey.
The 16th season of Music in Fountain Park by the fountain in Historic Downtown Chestertown. Bring a blanket or chair. 7-8:30 pm. Concerts every other Saturday night, June through fourth week in September. Remaining Dates: Aug 14, Aug 28, Sept. 11, 25. These free programs are sponsored by the Town of Chestertown with support from The Kent County Arts Council and Community Contributors. Donations may be sent to Music in Fountain Park, Town of Chestertown, 118 N. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620.

Date: Saturday the 14th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: http://www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Saturday the 14th
Time: 7:30pm
Event: Dover English Country Dances - 1st Annual Colonial Dance
Location: The Prince Theatre

Contact: Box Office
PH: 410-810-2060
Email: boxoffice@princetheatre.org
URL: www.princetheatre.org

Honor of your presence is requested for the 1st annual Colonial Dance! You are invited to particpate in learning colonial dance popular in the 18th Century. Each dance will be taught with a walk through before it is danced. Dress is casual. Don't miss an entertaining and memorable night for people of all ages, couples and singles who enjoy music and dance in a spirit of fun!

Date: Sunday the 15th
Time: 1–5pm
Event: Summer Tour Series
Location: Assorted sites on the Shore

Contact: Jennifer Pollard
PH: 410–827–9756 ext 155
Email: jpollard@eslc.org
URL: www.eslc.org

Want to see the splendor of the Eastern Shore by touring some of the most beautiful protected properties in the region? Join us as we celebrate Eastern Shore Land Conservancy's (ESLC) 20 year anniversary with a very special Summer Tour Series. ESLC will host a series of Summer Tours across the Shore throughout the summer with visits to beautiful farms, parks, preserves and homes - all protected forever from future development! You'll learn more about the people and places that make our Eastern Shore so special - and will help support our mission of continuing to protect these important places for future generations. Mark these dates on your calendar!
August 15, Queen Anne's & Caroline Tour
September 19, Dorchester County Tour
October 17, Kent County and Gala Event
Your $25 ticket to the Summer Tour Series is good at ALL remaining tours - so REGISTER today! Please contact Jennifer Pollard at jpollard@eslc.org to RSVP. Online payment is available.
Hope to see you this summer as we celebrate 20 years of saving the Eastern Shore!
To register for your spot on one (or all) of our tours, please contact Jennifer Pollard. Upon completion of your registration, you will receive a map and directions for each of the Tours

Date: Tuesday the 17th
Time: 6:30pm
Event: C.V. Starr Center Free Riverfront Concert
Location: Custom House, 101 S. Water Street, Chestertown

Contact: Michael Buckley, C.V Starr Center
PH: 410-810-7156
Email: mbuckley3@washcoll.edu
URL: www.starrcenter.washcoll.edu/events_programs/index

The Riverfront Concert Series continues with a performance by brilliant guitar duo Mac Walter & John Cronin. Three-time WAMMIE winner Mac Walter developed his unique fingerstyle approach to folk, rock, blues, jazz, and country at the Charlie Byrd Studio in Bethesda, Maryland. Heavily influenced by folk luminaries such as Doc Watson, Mississippi John Hurt, Dave Van Ronk, Dick Rosmini, and his own guitar mentor, Raun MacKinnon Burnham, he recorded three CDs with Deanna Bogart and also played with Danny Gatton and Roy Buchanon. John Cronin spent 7 years touring Canada and the USA with the hugely popular Ian Tyson Band. Walter and Cronin provided back-up guitar and vocals on Chesapeake Bay folk icon Tom Wisner's last album, Follow on the Water.
Riverfront Concert Series events begin at 6:30 p.m. on the back lawn of the Custom House. Drinks and light refreshments will be provided; attendees are encouraged to bring their own blankets or lawn chairs. Admission is free. In case of inclement weather, concerts will take place at The Egg, Hodson Commons, Washington College.

Date: Saturday the 21st
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: http://www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Saturday the 28th
Time: 7-8:30pm
Event: Chris Cerino / Bob & Pam Ortiz
Location: Fountain Park, Downtown Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-0500
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com/events/musicpark/

Fun & Folk!
The 16th season of Music in Fountain Park by the fountain in Historic Downtown Chestertown. Bring a blanket or chair. 7-8:30 pm. Concerts every other Saturday night, June through second weekend in September. Remaining Dates: Aug. 28, Sept. 11, 25. These free programs are sponsored by the Town of Chestertown with support from The Kent County Arts Council and Community Contributors. Donations may be sent to Music in Fountain Park, Town of Chestertown, 118 N. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620.

Date: Saturday the 28th
Saturday, August 28
Time: 11am–1pm and 2–4pm
Event: Two-Hour Public Sail on Sultana
Location: Chestertown, MD

Contact: Sharon Burritt
PH: 410-778-5954
Email: sburritt@sultanaprojects.org
URL:

Departing and returning from Sultana‚s home port of historic Chestertown (and occasionally other ports around the Chesapeake), Sultana‚s two-hour public sails are a great way to sail the Chester River onboard a traditional schooner. Passengers are encouraged to help raise the sails, steer using Sultana's seven-foot long tiller, and explore the authentically reproduced crew's quarters below-decks. Advance reservations recommended. Adults $30 / $15 under 12. Sorry, no children under 5.

Date: Saturday the 28th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: http://www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Tuesday the 31st
Time: 4–6pm
Event: WC-ALL Showcase
Location: Tawes Theater, Gibson Center for the Arts, Washington College

Contact: Anne Singer
PH: 410-778-7221
Email: asinger2@washcoll.edu
URL: www.wc_all.washcoll.edu

A preview of the fall course offerings for the Washington College Academy of Lifelong Learning (WC-ALL) will be presented with commentaries by the instructors. The instructors and officers of WC-ALL will be available to talk with those attending. This is a good opportunity to meet other potential members as well as to get acquainted with the range of WC-ALL's activities and the people behind them without commitment. Refreshments will be served.