Join us for a local pairing of award-winning Crow wines and oysters from Orchard Point Oysters. The pairing includes a tasting of 3 wines and 3 oysters as well as samples of local Eve's Cheese and Crow grass-fed Angus beef. Additional wine and oysters, raw or grilled, will be available for purchase.

RiverArts will suspend in-person group programs and activities in all our locations for 30 days beginning March 13. This includes group classes, KidSPOT sessions, Clay Studio open hours, Life Drawing, Photography Club, and Plein Air groups, RiverArts Film Society screenings, and public events. We believe people need the Arts more than ever during times of stress and crisis, and we remain committed to growing community, creativity, and connection through the Arts. We will provide alternatives to our usual in-person activities… Continue Reading SUSPENDED – Taking Care: Celebrating the Earth – Poetry Reading

Join the Dirty Grass players for a concert in the 300 block of Chestertown to welcome Spring.

Great wines begin in the vineyard and end in the winery. It is a marriage between field, flavor and long-standing traditions. Participants will spend time in the vineyard with a guided presentation of the techniques for premium grape growing on the Eastern Shore. Then head to the winery to explore wine-making techniques; end with a guided tasting.

RiverArts will suspend in-person group programs and activities in all our locations for 30 days beginning March 13. This includes group classes, KidSPOT sessions, Clay Studio open hours, Life Drawing, Photography Club, and Plein Air groups, RiverArts Film Society screenings, and public events. We believe people need the Arts more than ever during times of stress and crisis, and we remain committed to growing community, creativity, and connection through the Arts. We will provide alternatives to our usual in-person activities… Continue Reading SUSPENDED – Photo Club (Free!)

The Washington College Writers Union presents NOT YOUR PROFESSORS' POETRY READING as part of the 13th annual Kent County Poetry Festival, in Fountain Park, Chestertown. The Students are welcoming Danez Smith, Diannelly Antiguq, and Joe Osmundson for a fun and unite poetry event.

Kent County Poetry Festival April 24 - 26, 2020 Friday, April 24, 7 pm, Fountain Park Washington College Writer's Union - "Not Your Professors' Poetry Reading" - Danes Smith - Diannely Antigua - Joe Osmundson Saturday, April 25, 1 pm, The Bookplate Local Celebrities Reading - Kim Andrews - Meredith Davies Hadaway - James Allen Hall - Robert Earl Price Saturday, April 25, 4 p.m. - Kent County High School Chester River Chorale - Mystic Fire: Words & Music, Music… Continue Reading CANCELED – Kent County Poetry Festival

NATIONAL REBUILDING DAYRebuilding Together has declared National Rebuilding Day to be held across the country on the last Saturday in April. On this day and over the weekend, thousands of volunteers join together to provide much needed and sometimes critical and life-saving repairs, for vulnerable families in various communities. The work done by volunteers is at no cost to the recipient families. Monies for materials are raised through sponsorships, donations, and in-kind gifts. Volunteers come together from area businesses, schools,… Continue Reading POSTPONED – National Rebuilding Day

Luncheon & Fashion Show with a little shopping thrown in. $40 per person (reservations required in advance). Local vendors will be featured in the fashion show.Tickets may be purchased at Houston's Dockside Emporium,Smilin Jakes, Gabriel's of Chestertown, Hickory Stick & Tiny Tots Boutique. Proceeds benefit Soroptimist education & signature programs to imprive the lives & advance the status of women and girls. Sooptimist International of kent & QA Counties is a 501(c) (3) organization.

Featuring The High and Wides & The Pat McGee Band Join us to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Earth Day and the Center for Environment & Society's 20th Anniversary as a Center at Washington College with an outdoor concert in Wilmer Park. Proceeds from this event will support the Foreman's Branch Bird Observatory at Washington College's River and Field Campus and the Center for Environment & Society's programming. Along with the concerts, there will be food trucks and local beer… Continue Reading CANCELED – C.E.S.’tival

A trip on the 1768 schooner SULTANA is a great way to experience the Chester River onboard a traditional schooner. Passengers are encouraged to help raise the sails, steer using SULTANA’s seven-foot tiller, and explore the authentically reproduced crew’s quarters below-decks. Sultana Education Foundation will offer special and full-day sails to organization and groups, prices for these trips may vary. Unless noted otherwise, all sails depart and return to the Chestertown Marina, 207 S. Water Street, in Chestertown, MD. Sails… Continue Reading Sultana Education Foundation – Public Sails

Julia Mintzer enjoys a varied career in standard and contemporary repertoire in the United States and Europe. Hailed by Montreal’s La Presse as “a true Carmen: extremely sensual, with the grace of a serpent, the violence of a tiger, and a mezzo of penetrating depth,” Julia has performed principal roles at Washington National Opera, Die Semperoper Dresden, and The Glimmerglass Festival. Her concert engagements include Handel's Messiah with Boston Baroque, Washington National Cathedral, and the Toledo Symphony and Mozart's Requiem… Continue Reading RESONANCE Concert: Julia Mintzer, Mezzo-soprano

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Students in ENG 494 "Black Men & Women: Images of Race and Gender" will be giving their final research presentations at this free public event. After a 10 minute mini-lecture by Dr. Alisha Knight in Decker Theatre, the audience will be invited to take a "gallery walk" and discuss the students' poster presentations with them in Underwood Lobby. Light refreshments will be served.

Join RiverArts for its First Friday opening reception for its "Judged Fine Art and Craft" Show. This annual exhibition showcases the region;s finest art and craft. Works include painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture and fine craft including metal wood, fiber, ceramics, glass, and jewelry. This exhibit will continue through May 31.

We are glad to invite you to participate in a historic event this spring. Parents, Families and Friends of Lesbian and Gays (PFLAG) of Mid-Shore Maryland is back hosting the 2nd Annual LGBTQ Pride celebration on the Eastern Shore. We are planning a variety of activities during First Friday on, May 1st and Saturday, May 2, 2020 in Chestertown, MD. In addition, we will be at Idlewild Park in Easton on Saturday morning May 2nd at the Multicultural Festival. This… Continue Reading CANCELED – Midshore Pride

Work side by side with the winemaker to explore the value of blending wines. See the process we use to blend wines, and sample some of Crow's future wines. This is limited to 15 people and this seminar is designed to build on Seminars 1-3.

Artists and artisans as well as the curator of this judged exhibit will discuss their work which includes painting, drawing, printmaking, mixed media, sculpture and fine craft including metal, wood, fiber, ceramics, glass and jewelry.

Members can join us for for our semi-annual book sale. Guests are invited to join the FOL on Members' Night or anytime for $10 ($20 for families). Open to the public: May 8 10am-8pm May 9 10am-3pm May 10 10am-3pm

Proceeds benefit library and literacy programs throughout Kent County. New and gently used books, games, DVDs and more! May 8 - 10am-8pm May 9 - 10am-3pm May 10 - 10am-3pm Members may join us on May 7 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm for our preview night. Guests are welcome to join the FOL at the event.

Proceeds benefit library and literacy programs throughout Kent County. New and gently used books, games, DVDs and more! May 8 - 10am-8pm May 9 - 10am-3pm May 10 - 10am-3pm Members may join us on May 7 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm for our preview night. Guests are welcome to join the FOL at the event.

Join our staff for a unique kayak excursion on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. Most paddles take place on Maryland’s upper Eastern Shore, and each paddle features a unique theme. During a typical voyage, participants paddle through scenic, underdeveloped portions of one of the Bay’s tributaries while learning about regional flora and fauna specific to that location. Paddles are either 2.5 hours long at $30 per person or day long at $55 per person. Day trips will… Continue Reading Sultana Education Foundation – Public Paddles (2.5 hours)

The Peabody Jazz Quartet presents “The Music of Wayne Shorter”. This quartet from Peabody Conservatory’s renowned Jazz department consists of Allen Branch on drums, Lawrence Hutfles on bass, Robert Gilliam on tenor saxophone, and Gavin Horning on guitar. Wayne Shorter's music is a culmination of each chapter of the development of American music through much of the 20th century, with a sense of groove and swing and ties together the complexity of the music.

Proceeds benefit library and literacy programs throughout Kent County. New and gently used books, games, DVDs and more! May 8 - 10am-8pm May 9 - 10am-3pm May 10 - 10am-3pm Members may join us on May 7 from 5:30 pm - 7:30 pm for our preview night. Guests are welcome to join the FOL at the event.

Spend the day tasting and shopping with Mom!Ticket price includes shuttle (both loops): North loop shuttle includes S. Chesapeake City, Chateau BuDe, and Broken Spoke. South loop shuttle includes Broken Spoke, Kitty Knight and Crow Vineyard & Winery. Park at any stop. Enjoy one signature Mimosa at Broken Spoke and 2 wine samples paired with local products at Crow Vineyard & Winery. Shop unique vendors at both vineyards and have the option to stop at other local establishments along the… Continue Reading Mother’s Day Sip & Shop

Mainstay favorite and virtuoso pianist Dick Durham returns with some of his favorite musical compatriots in tow. Whatever the surprises this musical magician pulls out of his hat, this will be a wonderful evening of jazz, from solos to ensemble numbers played with virtuosity, emotion and humor. These wonderful musicians will provide an evening of exquisite instrumental jazz, full of the beauty of the American Song Book. Dick will be joined by Amy Shook on bass, Jaron Davis on drums,… Continue Reading Dick Durham

Please visit the college website for more details. Registration for events will open on April 1st. Washington College’s 237th Commencement Exercises will take place on Sunday, May 17, 2020 at 10:30 a.m.

MARCY DUNN RAMSEY | High Water May 22 – June 22, 2020 also featuring work by Michael Kahn, Marilee Schumann, and more Gallery hours* are subject to change based on our exhibition schedule. When we are installing a new exhibit the gallery will be dark. Otherwise our hours are Thursday thru Friday 11-4pm, Saturday 10-5 pm, Sunday 11-2 pm. We are closed Monday thru Wednesday except by appointment or by chance. Private appointments may be scheduled at any time by… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents Marcy Dunn Ramsey | High Water

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Join our staff for a unique kayak excursion on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. Most paddles take place on Maryland’s upper Eastern Shore, and each paddle features a unique theme. During a typical voyage, participants paddle through scenic, underdeveloped portions of one of the Bay’s tributaries while learning about regional flora and fauna specific to that location. Paddles are either 2.5 hours long at $30 per person or day long at $55 per person. Day trips will… Continue Reading Sultana Education Foundation – Public Paddles (5 hours)

Short Attention Span Theatre Annual 10-Minute Play Festival June 19 - July 5 At the Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theatre, playwrights, directors and actors who delight in the art of the 10-minute play are at it again! Short Attention Span Theatre offers an evening of 10-minute plays, designed to hold your attention for just long enough. The plays will feature a multitude of actors, directors and authors, as well as the world premiere of original works… Continue Reading The Garfield Center presents Short Attention Span Theatre

Gather with fellow river stewards under the tent and get ready to celebrate on the banks of the Chester with friends and fellow river stewards. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner, our signature Summer Solstice Cocktail, a superb live auction, raffle baskets, and live music. 2nd Annual ShoreRivers Award for Environmental Stewardship Parking and Attire: Park at Wilmer Park or in the lot across the street. Attire is Chesapeake Casual. Stay tuned for more details!

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Gallery Artists Summer Exhibition July 3 - August 9 Gallery hours* are subject to change based on our exhibition schedule. When we are installing a new exhibit the gallery will be dark. Otherwise our hours are Thursday thru Friday 11-4pm, Saturday 10-5 pm, Sunday 11-2 pm. We are closed Monday thru Wednesday except by appointment or by chance. Private appointments may be scheduled at any time by contacting Carla Massoni – 410-708-4512. Of course, you are always welcome by chance… Continue Reading Gallery Artists Summer Exhibition at MassoniArt

Run for Wine at at the Amazing Crow Vineyard! NEW IN 2020 -- Summer Evening Race featuring Post- Race Barbecue! Race and Post Race Features Include: Chip-Timed 5K Run with instant results Flat Cross Country style course through the 365 acre farm and 12 acre vineyard Post Run Wine (1 complimentary glass of wine included for those 21 and older) Live music during Post- Race Festivities Barbecue available following the run...farm-raised fresh angus beef and vegetarian options Lawn games for… Continue Reading Run the Vineyards – Crow 5K

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Incident at Vichy August 21 – September 6 Written by Arthur Miller Directed by Bob Chauncey

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

The second annual Chestertown Car Show lines High Street and circles Fountain Park with award-worthy classic, exotic, antique and custom automobiles. Trophies, trivia and children's activities, plus food and beverage offerings round out the afternoon.

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Join our staff for a unique kayak excursion on the Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Trail. Most paddles take place on Maryland’s upper Eastern Shore, and each paddle features a unique theme. During a typical voyage, participants paddle through scenic, underdeveloped portions of one of the Bay’s tributaries while learning about regional flora and fauna specific to that location. Paddles are either 2.5 hours long at $30 per person or day long at $55 per person. Day trips will… Continue Reading Sultana Education Foundation – Public Paddles (Full Moon)

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.

Clue: On Stage November 20 – December 6 Written by Jonathan Lynn, Hunter Foster, Eric Price, Sandy Rustin Directed by Bradley Chaires

Finance meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. Minutes from previous meetings, as well as other information about library finances can be found on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website.

Board meetings are open to the public and all are welcome. In compliance with the Maryland Open Meeting Act, the agenda for the meeting will be posted on the Board of Trustees page of Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting.