REVISED DATES! SUMMER PADDLING SCHEDULE Pick from plenty of locations! (Meet at location at 9am to gear up, finish at 11:30am) **If you previously registered for a paddle, you will need to re-register now using the link below. CLICK HERE TO REGISTER Ages 12+ / $30 per / 2.5 Hours July - August 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… Continue Reading Sultana Education Foundation – Public Paddles REVISED DATES

Downtown Chestertown’s annual shopping bonanza,! The sidewalk sale begins on Thursday, July 23 and runs through Saturday, July 25, with many stores carrying the specials into Sunday as well. This mid summer tradition is sponsored by the Downtown Chestertown Association. Great deals can be found on everything from men’s and women’s designer fashions, childrens’ toys, jewelry, home décor, wine and cheese accessories, books, art supplies, and even musical instruments

Undaunted by social isolation, RiverArts Photography Club facilitator Steve Kane hosted the first meeting of a new online version of the club on Thursday, March 26, using the Zoom platform. The club normally meets the fourth Thursday of each month at the ArtsAlive Education Center from 7 to 9 pm, and provides a forum for discussion and critique. After a successful first virtual meeting, the group plans to change to weekly Thursday meetings via Zoom. This week, April 2 and for… Continue Reading Virtual Photo Club (Free!)

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

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 Kent County Public Library's website at least 24 hours prior to the meeting. For details on joining this virtual meeting, visit https://kent-md.libcal.com/

Legacy Day 2020 Goes Virtual! August 15 was the date selected for Legacy Day 2020 when we had planned to honor Kent County’s Outstanding African American Athletes of the 20th Century with a special exhibition, parade, a genealogy workshop, Gospel concert, food and craft vendors and dancing in the street. However, essential social distancing requirements imposed by the coronavirus pandemic have caused the Legacy Day Committee to make the painful decision to postpone these festivities until August 2021 and make… Continue Reading Legacy Day 2020 Goes Virtual!

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.

MARCY DUNN RAMSEY | High Water September – October 2020 also featuring work by Michael Kahn, Marilee Schumann, and more

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.

JUNE/JULY SAILS ARE CANCELLED 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,… Continue Reading Sultana Education Foundation – Public Sails

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)

Event benefits Kent Association of Riding Therapy, Inc which provides horseback riding and equine activities for the special needs community. Both courses are USAFT certified. This is a TriState Events Ultimate Challenge Series Event. Awards and refreshments provided and Tech Shirts guaranteed to each participant. Police controlled roads. Save with early registration.

Now in its 4th year, the KART Klassic Golf Tournament supports Kent Association of Riding Therapy, a non-profit dedicated to providing therapeutic riding to children and adults with special needs. Come join us for a fun afternoon of golf, in scramble format, followed by a post party at Back Creek Golf Club! Interested in participating as a player, sponsor, or volunteer? Please send an email to kentridingtherapy@gmail.comReady your foursome for this great event, supporting a great program!

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.

Marc Castelli | Shouting at the Wind November 2 - December 31, 2020

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.