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Town meetings are in Town Hall and are open to the public. Meetings will still be available to watch in real time at https://townhallstreams.com/towns/chestertown_md. We are working to improve our… Continue Reading Mayor and Council Meeting
Live Playwrights’ Society for Play Writers, Readers, Observers & Critics aims to foster a community of playwrights, actors and critics. This group meets the first Monday of every month at… Continue Reading Live Playwrights’ Society
Tues., Thurs., Fri., 1:30-5pm, Wed., 4-7pm, Sat., 12-3 Each year students across the Washington College campus from all majors are invited to submit their artwork for inclusion in this professional… Continue Reading 100 Proof Annual Juried Student Exhibition
The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 6 - 8:30 pm on Tuesdays, running from February 28th through April 4th. (6 weeks) This course introduces basic pottery… Continue Reading Beginners Wheel with Chris Neiman
Practice your modge podge skills and create a one-of-a-kind picture frame! All supplies provided. Space is limited. Please register. Ages 5+
9/1/2022 - Meetings will be at 4pm instead of 5pm Meetings are held the first Wednesday of each month. CLICK FOR TOWN AGENDAS & MINUTES
The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 6 - 8:30 pm on Wednesdays, running from March 1st through April 5th. (6 weeks) This 6 week course is… Continue Reading Beginner Plus! Wheel with Chris Neiman
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Collector’s Preview – Saturday, April 1, 10-5 April First Friday – Friday, April 7, 5-7pm Featuring Kathryn O’Grady, Heidi Fowler, Zemma Mastin White, Blake Conroy, Katherine Cox, Grace Mitchell, Kenneth… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents re.new.all
The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 6 - 8:30 pm on Thursdays, running from March 16th through April 20th. (6 weeks) This 6 week course is… Continue Reading Beginner Plus! Wheel with Marilee Schumann
1st & 3rd Thursdays of each month. 7 pm. Via Zoom. Contact Steve Kane at srkane@gmail.com to participate. Participation in the club is free and all are welcome, from advanced photographers… Continue Reading RiverArts Photography Club
Have you ever wondered what kids around the world snack on? Join us to find out – and to try a variety of snacks! At this global snacking showdown we'll… Continue Reading Snack Around the World Club: Try snacks from around the globe!
Pop in any time during April's First Friday to check out our brand new Float Center! With two private Float Rooms, a cozy Salt Cave, and a private Infrared Sauna,… Continue Reading Park Row Floats Open House
A Performance SCE from Archer Bergman ‘23
***Farmers Market Announcement*** Happy New Year! As the market returns, the layout is a bit different from what people may be used to during January, February and March. We will… Continue Reading Chestertown Farmers Market
The Chestertown Environmental Committee booth is collecting the following items for recycling during the Farmer's Market: • Plastic bottle caps • Alkaline batteries A, AA, AAA, C, D, 9-volt •… Continue Reading Recycle bottlecaps, batteries, toothbrushes, and more!
Create fantastic florals while learning the basics of still-life watercolors! Explore a garden of pictures to find reference images of your favorite spring flowers and bring them to life with… Continue Reading Pizza & Make a Thing: Floral Watercolor Art
Directed by Nic Carter April 14 - 30, 2023 Fridays & Saturdays @ 8pm Sundays @ 2pm https://www.garfieldcenter.org/gcaevent/prescription-murder/all/ More info coming soon!
Cost: $75 per participant Adults and teens welcome! Make a cool turtle creation in the steampunk style. Steampunk art incorporates elements from both the mechanical Industrial revolution era and romantic… Continue Reading Steampunk Turtle
Kent County Public Library is marking a momentous transition. After 45 years of dedicated service to KCPL, Jeanne Geibel, Director of Branch Services, is retiring in April 2023. During the… Continue Reading Celebrating 45 Years of Service
The PAC meets, as needed, on the second Tuesday of the month. While COVID-19 precautions require meetings by video conference. To attend a meeting, contact the A&E District Manager (chestertownae@gmail.com)… Continue Reading Public Arts Committee
After receiving the first installment of the promised $4.4 million in ARPA funds, the Mayor and Council formed an ARPA Advisory Committee on December 6, 2021, to assist in reaching… Continue Reading ARPA Task Force
It's time for LEGO fun! Drop in with your big ideas and join us for an afternoon of building. Ages 5+
LOCATION: Casa Carmen Wines, 312 Cannon St, Chestertown, MD 21620 FEE: Must be 21 years of age with ID. $25 for Washington College students and RiverArts Members, $35 for all… Continue Reading Uncorked Creations at Casa Carmen
The Chestertown Environmental Committee (CEC) meets every month on the second Thursday from 7:30-9:00PM. Please email darran.tilghman@gmail.com to attend a Chestertown Environmental Committee zoom meeting. CLICK FOR TOWN AGENDAS & MINUTES
Jeremy Burns is the Director of Music and organist at Epiphany Episcopal Church, Winchester, MA. Formerly, he served as associate organist at St. Thomas Fifth Avenue, NYC, and Church of… Continue Reading Emmanuel Episcopal Church Organ Series
You can make fresh fermented butter, yogurt, and kefir for your family. Not only will it taste delicious but you will save a ton of money.For thousands of years, milk… Continue Reading Fermented Dairy: Butter, Kefir, & Yogurt Cooking Class
Come to the Chestertown Arts & Entertainment District’s ART WALK. Dozens of artists and artisans will be selling works at galleries, storefronts, restaurants and around town. Live music will also… Continue Reading Chestertown A&E Spring Art Walk
Join the Kent County Chamber of Commerce as we host the our 4th annual beer fest, Rhythm & Brews, in Historic Downtown Chestertown, MD on Saturday, April 15th (rain date… Continue Reading Rhythm & Brews
The Washington College Concert Series presents Fanya Lin (piano). Described as a “striking interpreter” who gives a “committed and heartfelt performance” by Musical America and The New York Times, pianist… Continue Reading Fanya Lin (piano)
William James Forum Fund 2023 Critical Series Freedom Student and Faculty Round Table Faculty-led research group students (from the "Flock Talks" series) and WAC Faculty will discuss the terms of… Continue Reading William James Forum Fund 2023 Critical Series Freedom Student and Faculty Round Table
Town meetings are in Town Hall and are open to the public. Meetings will still be available to watch in real time at https://townhallstreams.com/towns/chestertown_md. We are working to improve our… Continue Reading Mayor and Council Meeting
The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 6 - 8:30 pm on Tuesdays, running from April 18th through May 23rd. (6 weeks) This course introduces basic pottery… Continue Reading Beginners Wheel with Chris Neiman
The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 6 - 8:30 pm on Wednesdays, running from April 19th through May 24th. (6 weeks) This 6 week course is… Continue Reading Beginner Plus! Wheel with Chris Neiman
The League of Women Voters of Kent County will sponsor a presentation, Kent County Public Schools and the Blueprint for Maryland's Future by Tom Porter, Assistant Coordinator of Accountability and… Continue Reading Kent County Public Schools and the Blueprint for Maryland’s Future
Any member of the public wanting to join the Zoom meeting should contact Kees de Mooy at 410-778-0500 or kees@chestertown.com CLICK FOR TOWN AGENDAS & MINUTES
The Washington College Music Department presents our Music Department Student Showcase.
More than 75 organizations, including branches of the military, colleges and trade schools, non-profits, businesses, and more, will set-up booths to share information about part-time, full-time and seasonal work as… Continue Reading College & Career Fair at Kent County High School
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
The Communication and Media Studies Program invites you to this month's screening in the Washington College Film Series. In April, we'll be watching Just Eat It (2014). This documentary explores… Continue Reading Washington College Film Series: Just Eat It
Directed by Katie Peacock ‘19 A Set Design SCE from Rose Hull ‘23 "On the Verge" by Eric Overmyer follows the misadventures of three Victorian explorers through the vast reaches… Continue Reading On the Verge
Join us for the 13th Annual Celebration of Our Planet.From 9 am to 1pm at Fountain Park there will be a Community Trash/Recycle Walk, display of electric vehicles – both… Continue Reading 13th Annual Chestertown Earth Day Fetival
"Paint the Town" is very popular with plein air artists from all over the mid-Atlantic region because of the natural beauty of our area, with its many waterways, scenic farms,… Continue Reading Paint the Town: Wet Paint Show & Sale
Chestertown RiverArts Paint the Town: April 20-23 IMPORTANT DATES TO REMEMBER: * PAINT THE TOWN DATES: April 20-23, 2022 * "WET PAINT SHOW & SALE": Saturday, April 22, 2022; 6:00-8:00… Continue Reading Paint the Town: Quick Draw
Celebrate the history and diversity of Kent County’s museums on the Museums of Kent Driving Tour. Each museum will have an activity in celebration of Earth Day while showcasing its… Continue Reading Museums of Kent Driving Tour
Great wines begin in the vineyard and end in the winery. Participants will spend time in the vineyard with a guided presentation of techniques for premium grape growing on the… Continue Reading Seminar 3: Grape to Glass
The Department of Music Presents Washington College's Orchestra and Band (Directors Prof. McCollum and Dr. McCollum).
Celebrate the class of 2023 and hear WC seniors read from their original creative work. The Lit House will also announce the winners and honorable mentions of the annual Lit… Continue Reading Senior Reading
Open Mic Night is back with Ford Schumann at the Garfield Center For the Arts at the Prince Theatre! Play music on your own or with a band, read some… Continue Reading Chestertown Open Mic
The Department of Music Presents Washington College's Chorus and Jazz Combo (Directors Ernest Green and Ken Schweitzer). Come out and support the Chorus and Jazz Combo as they perform a… Continue Reading Chorus/Jazz Vocals Concert
The Opening Reception for CROSSROADS: Change in Rural Communities - a Smithsonian on Main traveling exhibition, sponsored by Stories of the Chesapeake. Exhibit will Run April 22, 2023 through May… Continue Reading Opening Reception – CROSSROADS: Smithsonian On Main
The Department of Music presents The Musicians' Union Showcase. Please join the student club, The Musicians’ Union, for their Spring Showcase concert at 7:30 PM in Decker Theater. Students will… Continue Reading Musicians' Union Showcase
Taco night will never be the same after this class! The powerful ancient process of Nixtamilization is the only way to unlock the maximum amount of nutrients from maize for… Continue Reading The Magic of Maize
Join us for a night of laughs with TV personality, award-winning sommelier and comedian Laurie Forster, The Wine Coach. Enjoy a tasting of wines paired with local foods and products.… Continue Reading Punchlines & Wine
The Department of Music Presents Washington College's Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band (Directors Eric Plewinski and Dr. John Leupold). We invite everyone to join us as the Percussion Ensemble and… Continue Reading Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band Concert
TITLE: Student Civic Engagement at Washington College: Where are we now, and where should we go? DESCRIPTION: The students of EDU/CMS 394: Qualitative and Descriptive Methods in the Social Sciences… Continue Reading Student Civic Engagement at Washington College: Where are we now, and where should we go?
ShoreRivers is pleased to announce the return of its highly anticipated State of the Rivers events—a series of free presentations held each spring to inform public about the current state… Continue Reading State of the Rivers: Chester & Sassafras
The Communication and Media Studies Program invites you to this month's screening in the Washington College Film Series. In May, we'll be watching Hairspray (1988). This film, written and directed… Continue Reading Washington College Film Series: Hairspray
The A&E District committee meets every other month via Zoom on the First Wednesday of the month. While COVID-19 precautions require meetings by video conference. To attend a meeting, contact… Continue Reading A&E District Committee
Come help us to celebrate the release of Cherry Tree's 9th issue. Contributors from the current issue of the journal will read from their poetry, fiction, creative nonfiction, and literary… Continue Reading Cherry Tree Issue 9 Launch Reading
What better gift for Mother’s Day than a “Taking Care of Your Mother” weekend! Friday May 12: Arrive at 5:00 and enjoy wood fired pizza and the Sourdough Mother Class… Continue Reading Taking Care of your Mother Weekend!
Ken Cowan, one of the nation's most admired and respected concert organist, is returning for his 26th. performance on the concert series. Ken is Associate Professor of Organ at Rice… Continue Reading Emmanuel Episcopal Church Organ Series
Gather your family/friends to celebrate Mother's Day with a brunch cruise aboard the River Packet! Reservations are required ahead of the sail - click the link for more information and… Continue Reading Mother's Day Brunch on the River Packet
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
Emmanuel is pleased to present a concert dedicating our new grand piano! The community is welcome and invited to attend this free concert. Hand-crafted in Estonia, this lovely piano will… Continue Reading Emmanuel Church, Chester Parish – PIANO Dedication Concert
You will never look at your lawn the same way after taking this class!Chestertown’s lawns, parks and sidewalks are full of good things to eat, if you know how and… Continue Reading Foraging Fun around Chestertown
Take a sensory trip through Crow wines and learn the art of smelling, swirling, and sipping. Learn tasting techniques to identify aromas and flavors. What is tannin versus acidity? Is… Continue Reading Seminar 4: the Art & Science of Tasting Wines
Join the River Packet on Sunday afternoon of Tea Party Weekend for a river view cruise of the Raft Races! Light snacks will be provided; cash bar available. Click the… Continue Reading "Tea Party Raft Race" view from the River Packet
Gather your family and friends on Memorial Day for a lunch cruise on the Chester River! Reservations are required - click the link for more information and to reserve your… Continue Reading Memorial Day Lunch Cruise on the River Packet
Proceeds will help construct a pad for a vital, mobile MRI unit. More info to come!
Classic Boats and Cars on display in the Park and more boats in the Yacht Basin Food and soft drinks available for purchase on site Spectators are welcome at no… Continue Reading MARYLAND MARITIME HERITAGE FESTIVAL
Lacto-fermentation is one of the most important food processing technologies our ancestors ever created! Sourcing high-quality ingredients and essential fermentation equipment for your kitchen, The basics of lacto-fermented vegetables, Recipe… Continue Reading Fun with Fermentation Cooking Class
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Grab your friends/sisters for a fun evening with food and drinks on the River Packet. Reservations are required ahead of the cruise. Click the… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out Cruise on the River Packet
Gather your family/friends for a Father's Day brunch cruise aboard the River Packet! Reservations are required - click the link for more information and to reserve your tickets.
Two days of animal heaven! Might be the perfect Father’s Day Gift?? Friday: Enjoy sourdough pizza and discuss all aspects of home butchering and then break down a pig into… Continue Reading Nose-to-Tail 2-Day Butchering Class
Our annual 10-minute play festival! June 23 - July 9, 2023 Fridays & Saturdays @ 8pm Sundays @ 2pm https://www.garfieldcenter.org/gcaevent/sast-4/all/ More info coming soon!
For nearly a decade, ShoreRivers has hosted a Summer Solstice Celebration under a big tent on the banks of the Chester River. Celebrate again with us this year at our… Continue Reading Solstice Celebration
Chestertown's Fourth of July Fireworks are back! Join the River Packet for an evening sail and river view of the show. Tickets are limited; reservations are required - click the… Continue Reading Fourth of July Fireworks on the River Packet
Don't miss out on this beautiful sailing competition! The River Packet is heading out to watch the Log Canoe Races! Boarding and departure from Quaker Neck Landing. Cruise will return… Continue Reading View the Log Canoe Races aboard the River Packet!
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
Come to the Chestertown Arts & Entertainment District’s ART WALK. Dozens of artists and artisans will be selling works at galleries, storefronts, restaurants and around town. Live music will also… Continue Reading Chestertown A&E Fall Art Walk
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
Directed by Jennifer Kafka Smith Sept 22 - Oct 8, 2023 Fridays & Saturdays @ 8pm Sundays @ 2pm https://www.garfieldcenter.org/gcaevent/addams-family/all/ More info coming soon!
A hands on, family-friendly event where you can explore different vehicles and machines, meet community helpers, games, activities, demonstrations, and more! Food will be available for purchase. If you are… Continue Reading 3rd Annual Kent County Touch A Truck/ Ag Fest
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
Sultana’s Downrigging Weekend and Bluegrass Festival has evolved into one of the largest annual Tall Ship gatherings on the East Coast and is combined with 3 days of live bluegrass… Continue Reading Sultana Education Foundation’s Downrigging Weekend Tall Ship and Bluegrass Festival
Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more… Continue Reading Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
Open Wednesday before Thanksgiving. 8am-1pm
Take a break from your holiday shopping to join the "Opt Outside on Black Friday" luncheon cruise aboard the River Packet! Reservations are required ahead of the cruise. Click the… Continue Reading Opt Outside on Black Friday with the River Packet!
December 1 - 17, 2023 Fridays & Saturdays @ 8pm Sundays @ 2pm Directed by Hester Sachse https://www.garfieldcenter.org/gcaevent/little-women/all/ More info coming soon!
Come to the Chestertown Arts & Entertainment District’s ART WALK. Dozens of artists and artisans will be selling works at galleries, storefronts, restaurants and around town. Live music will also… Continue Reading Chestertown A&E Holiday Art Walk
