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College & Career Fair at Kent County High School

Kent County High School - Trojan Arena

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 well as future education pathways and volunteer opportunities. Open to all KCHS students grades 9-12 and open to the community.

MassoniArt presents re.new.all

MassoniArt - 203 High Street

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 Schiano, Catherine Kernan, Jonathan Mort, Deborah Weiss, Nicole Fall, Carol Rowan, Eve Stockton, Elizabeth MacDonald, Greg Mort, and Susan Goldman. Gallery Hours: Thursday, Friday –… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents re.new.all

Organize Your Health – Presented by University of Maryland Shore Medical Center's Shore Community Outreach Team

Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street Chestertown

Join us to learn tips and tricks for staying organized when you're managing your own health or the health of a loved one. Questions are welcome and we'll cover topics that include: communicating with your health providers what preventative care and screenings should be done and when health journaling advance directives medication management use of… Continue Reading Organize Your Health – Presented by University of Maryland Shore Medical Center's Shore Community Outreach Team

Girls' Night Out on the River Packet

River Packet - High Street Town Dock , United States

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 information and to reserve your tickets!

Beginner Plus! Wheel with Marilee Schumann

Clay Studio - 204 High St. , United States

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 intended to be a "next step" for returning beginners. Students will expand and refine their skillset through technique instruction and weekly project assignments. This is… Continue Reading Beginner Plus! Wheel with Marilee Schumann

Introduction to the Potters Wheel with Marilee Schumann

Clay Studio - 204 High St. , United States

The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 6 - 8:30 pm on Thursdays, running from April 20th through June 8th. (8 weeks) Students will be introduced to basic wheel techniques and informational context while learning to create hand-made pottery. This is an extended version of the basic wheel throwing class with additional… Continue Reading Introduction to the Potters Wheel with Marilee Schumann

Washington College Film Series: Just Eat It

Washington College - Norman James Theatre, William Smith Hall

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 food rescue and the enormous consequences of systematic food waste. This month's event is co-sponsored by the Campus Garden and Composting Club. The Communication and… Continue Reading Washington College Film Series: Just Eat It

MassoniArt presents re.new.all

MassoniArt - 203 High Street

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 Schiano, Catherine Kernan, Jonathan Mort, Deborah Weiss, Nicole Fall, Carol Rowan, Eve Stockton, Elizabeth MacDonald, Greg Mort, and Susan Goldman. Gallery Hours: Thursday, Friday –… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents re.new.all

Chester River Chorale Concert

Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 N. Gateway Dr & Rt. 213

The Chester River Chorale presents "Time After Time", an eclectic choral program centered on the theme of Time. Selections will explore everything from the passing of the seasons to the broader seasons of life. Other pieces reference the clock face, the time of day, and even the proverbial ‘wheels of time’. Musical styles will include… Continue Reading Chester River Chorale Concert

Chestertown Farmers Market

Fountain Park , United States

***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 be on the 200 Block of High Street for the next 3 months and not the 300 block as has been routine for the past… Continue Reading Chestertown Farmers Market

Pancake Breakfast at Emmanuel Episcopal Church 

Emanuel Church Parish Hall - 101 Cross Street , United States

Pancake Breakfast at Emmanuel Episcopal Church Sponsored by the Kappa Sigma service fraternity at Washington College for the benefit of Disabled Veterans Saturday, April 22nd, from 8:00 AM to 12:30 PM As usual, a donation of $5.00 – 100% of which goes to charity – gets you all-you-can eat pancakes, eggs, sausage, bacon, juices, and… Continue Reading Pancake Breakfast at Emmanuel Episcopal Church 

RECYCL'ART 2023: Earth Day Celebration (Hosted by the Chestertown Environmental Committee)

Chestertown Farmer's Market - Chestertown Farmer's Market

Our RECYCL'ART Month-Long Program in honor of Earth Day will educate the community about making art from recycled materials, promote local ecological awareness and green practices! The Lead Artist for this program is Kayti Didriksen, an artist that works primarily with recycled and found materials. Her expertise and knowledge will assist YOU in the conception… Continue Reading RECYCL'ART 2023: Earth Day Celebration (Hosted by the Chestertown Environmental Committee)

13th Annual Chestertown Earth Day Fetival

Downtown Chestertown/Wilmer Park/Chester River

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 car and bike, free paper shredding, free recycling of household batteries and fluorescent bulbs – both compact and shop sized. Exhibitors of solar energy and… Continue Reading 13th Annual Chestertown Earth Day Fetival

MassoniArt presents re.new.all

MassoniArt - 203 High Street

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 Schiano, Catherine Kernan, Jonathan Mort, Deborah Weiss, Nicole Fall, Carol Rowan, Eve Stockton, Elizabeth MacDonald, Greg Mort, and Susan Goldman. Gallery Hours: Thursday, Friday –… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents re.new.all

100 Proof Annual Juried Student Exhibition

Kohl Gallery at Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts Washington College - Kohl Gallery at Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts Washington College

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 juried exhibition. This year's juror is Washington College alum and RiverArts Education Coordinator, Kris Kelley. Please join us in celebrating our vibrant culture of arts… Continue Reading 100 Proof Annual Juried Student Exhibition

Chester River Chorale Concert

Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 N. Gateway Dr & Rt. 213

The Chester River Chorale presents "Time After Time", an eclectic choral program centered on the theme of Time. Selections will explore everything from the passing of the seasons to the broader seasons of life. Other pieces reference the clock face, the time of day, and even the proverbial ‘wheels of time’. Musical styles will include… Continue Reading Chester River Chorale Concert

Paint the Town: Wet Paint Show & Sale

Chestertown RiverArts - 315 High St. suite 106

"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, historic buildings and wonderful gardens This is a great opportunity for artists to get out of their studios and paint outdoors while enjoying Maryland's beautiful… Continue Reading Paint the Town: Wet Paint Show & Sale

Event Series On the Verge

On the Verge

Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts - Tawes Theater

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 of time and space. Pro- feminist lighted comedy that explores the philosophy behind the movement of time.

Paint the Town: Quick Draw

Chestertown RiverArts - 315 High St. suite 106

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 p.m. * "QUICK DRAW": Sunday, April 23, 2022 * PICK UP of ART: (extended exhibit): Sunday, April 29, 1:00-3:00 p.m. or Monday, April 30, 10:00… Continue Reading Paint the Town: Quick Draw

Seminar 3: Grape to Glass

Crow Vineyard - 12441 Vansants Corner Rd

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 Eastern Shore. Then they will be off to the winery to explore winemaking techniques and how they are used to express terroir. The presentation will… Continue Reading Seminar 3: Grape to Glass

Orchestra & Band Concert

Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts - Hotchkiss

The Department of Music Presents Washington College's Orchestra and Band (Directors Prof. McCollum and Dr. McCollum).

"Sold Down the River:" A Public Conversation with Edward Ball, Starr Center Fellow

Litrenta Lecture Hall - Toll Science Center at Washington College

On Monday, April 24 at 5:30 p.m., award-winning author and historian Edward Ball will discuss his book in progress, a pathbreaking work on four Black families that survived enslavement and forced migration, at a public program in Litrenta Lecture Hall. Ball is the 2022-23 Patrick Henry History Fellow at Washington College’s Starr Center for the… Continue Reading "Sold Down the River:" A Public Conversation with Edward Ball, Starr Center Fellow

Celebrate National Library Week – There's More to the Story!

Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street Chestertown

Stop by and celebrate National Library Week, April 23-29, 2023! This year's theme is There's More to the Story, so it's the perfect opportunity to discover the wide and growing assortment of resources KCPL provides for the community. Throughout National Library Week, visit KCPL locations to engage with drop-in activities, learn more about the variety… Continue Reading Celebrate National Library Week – There's More to the Story!

Senior Reading

Washington College - - Rose O'Neill Literary House

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 House Writing Awards.

RECYCL'ART 2023: 3D Workshop

RiverArts Education Center - 200B High St.

Our RECYCL'ART Month-Long Program in honor of Earth Day will educate the community about making art from recycled materials, promote local ecological awareness and green practices! The Lead Artist for this program is Kayti Didriksen, an artist that works primarily with recycled and found materials. Her expertise and knowledge will assist YOU in the conception… Continue Reading RECYCL'ART 2023: 3D Workshop

KCPS Family Support Resource Center hosts the 3rd Annual Community Resource Fair

Kent County Middle School-Cafeteria - 402 E. Campus Avenue, Chestertown, MD 21620 , United States

Families are invited to Kent County Middle School later this month to connect with local organizations and learn about resources available to help them. The Family Support Resource Center will be hosting its third annual Community Resource Fair on Wednesday, April 26. Free and open to the public, the Community Resource Fair will be held… Continue Reading KCPS Family Support Resource Center hosts the 3rd Annual Community Resource Fair

Chorus/Jazz Vocals Concert

Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts - Hotchkiss

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 number of different selections.

MassoniArt presents re.new.all

MassoniArt - 203 High Street

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 Schiano, Catherine Kernan, Jonathan Mort, Deborah Weiss, Nicole Fall, Carol Rowan, Eve Stockton, Elizabeth MacDonald, Greg Mort, and Susan Goldman. Gallery Hours: Thursday, Friday –… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents re.new.all

Opening Reception – CROSSROADS: Smithsonian On Main

Raimond Center - 101 Spring Avenue

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 31, 2023 at the Kent Cultural Alliance's new home - The Vincent and Leslie Prince Raimond Cultural Center

April 27, 2023: Beginning Watercolor Class

Arts Education Center - 200B High St.

Dates: Thursday, April 27th, May 4, May 11 @ 6pm Location: This class will meet at the Arts Education Center 200B High Street in downtown Chestertown (next to the RiverArts Clay Studio & across from Evergrain Bakery). Cost: $125 per participant, $35 Materials Fee In this 3 week, introduction to watercolor, instructor Jim Mahla will… Continue Reading April 27, 2023: Beginning Watercolor Class

63rd Annual KCPS Student Art Show

Kent County High School 25301 Lambs Meadow Rd, Worton, MD, United States

Come out & support our visual artists from all grade levels tonight!

MassoniArt presents re.new.all

MassoniArt - 203 High Street

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 Schiano, Catherine Kernan, Jonathan Mort, Deborah Weiss, Nicole Fall, Carol Rowan, Eve Stockton, Elizabeth MacDonald, Greg Mort, and Susan Goldman. Gallery Hours: Thursday, Friday –… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents re.new.all

Musicians' Union Showcase

Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts - Decker Theater

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 present solo and ensemble performances they have been developing this semester during club meetings. We hope to see you there!

Chestertown Farmers Market

Fountain Park , United States

***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 be on the 200 Block of High Street for the next 3 months and not the 300 block as has been routine for the past… Continue Reading Chestertown Farmers Market

April 29, 2023: Mulberry Collage

RiverArts Education Center - 200B High St.

Cost: $55 per participant, $10 Materials Fee In the manner of her own collage work, Sheryl will lead this textural colorful workshop using a variety of beautiful mulberry paper scraps. Participants will create their own designs layering torn and cut paper. Other materials such as threads and beads may be introduced. A fun way to… Continue Reading April 29, 2023: Mulberry Collage

The Magic of Maize

Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - 236 Cannon Street - Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - 236 Cannon Street

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 our bodies. At the end of the class, you’ll be able to make 4 types of nixtamilized food products in your home kitchen: -Grits -Corn… Continue Reading The Magic of Maize

MassoniArt presents re.new.all

MassoniArt - 203 High Street

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 Schiano, Catherine Kernan, Jonathan Mort, Deborah Weiss, Nicole Fall, Carol Rowan, Eve Stockton, Elizabeth MacDonald, Greg Mort, and Susan Goldman. Gallery Hours: Thursday, Friday –… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents re.new.all

RECYCL'ART 2023: Recycling in our Community

RiverArts Education Center - 200B High St.

Our RECYCL'ART Month-Long Program in honor of Earth Day will educate the community about making art from recycled materials, promote local ecological awareness and green practices! The Lead Artist for this program is Kayti Didriksen, an artist that works primarily with recycled and found materials. Her expertise and knowledge will assist our YOU in the… Continue Reading RECYCL'ART 2023: Recycling in our Community

100 Proof Annual Juried Student Exhibition

Kohl Gallery at Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts Washington College - Kohl Gallery at Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts Washington College

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 juried exhibition. This year's juror is Washington College alum and RiverArts Education Coordinator, Kris Kelley. Please join us in celebrating our vibrant culture of arts… Continue Reading 100 Proof Annual Juried Student Exhibition

RECYCL'ART 2023: Last Call Workshop

RiverArts Education Center - 200B High St.

Our RECYCL'ART Month-Long Program in honor of Earth Day will educate the community about making art from recycled materials, promote local ecological awareness and green practices! The Lead Artist for this program is Kayti Didriksen, an artist that works primarily with recycled and found materials. Her expertise and knowledge will assist our YOU in the… Continue Reading RECYCL'ART 2023: Last Call Workshop

Punchlines & Wine

Crow Vineyard - 12441 Vansants Corner Rd

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. After the show stay for a farm to table dinner* and a booking signing of Laurie’s book “The Sipping Point: A Crash Course in Wine”.… Continue Reading Punchlines & Wine

The Garfield Center presents Prescription: Murder

The Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theatre MD

April 14 - 30, 2023 Fridays & Saturdays* @ 8pm Sundays @ 2pm *There will be no Saturday, April 22, instead there will be a special Thursday, April 20, performance. The only mystery to solve right now is which performance you will attend for the Garfield Center's mystery thriller Prescription: Murder. The Garfield Center for… Continue Reading The Garfield Center presents Prescription: Murder

Mayor and Council Meeting

Chestertown Town Hall 118 N Cross Street, Chestertown, MD, United States

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 equipment to incorporate remote participation and hope that this will be a viable option in the near future. Mayor & Council Meetings: 1st & 3rd… Continue Reading Mayor and Council Meeting

Live Playwrights’ Society

Garfield Center for the Arts 210 High Street, Chestertown, MD, United States

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 7pm and is open to all ages. For more information visit http://liveplaywrightssociety.org/  Until further notice, you need to be vaccinated and wear a mask to… Continue Reading Live Playwrights’ Society

Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band Concert

Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts - Decker Theater

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 Steel Band (Steel Revolution) present a joint Fall concert on Monday, May 1st at 7:30 in Decker Theater. You will hear solo and ensemble works… Continue Reading Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band Concert

Historic District Commission Meeting

Town of Chestertown 118 N. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD, United States

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  

Student Civic Engagement at Washington College: Where are we now, and where should we go?

Washington College - Hynson Lounge, Hodson Hall Commons

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 invite you to a presentation of their campus-wide research and conversation about its importance.

State of the Rivers: Chester & Sassafras

Kent County Community Center - 11041 Worton Road, Worton, MD, 21678

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 of our Eastern Shore waterways. Learn more about the current state of the Chester and Sassafras Rivers at this presentation, hosted by Chester Riverkeeper Annie… Continue Reading State of the Rivers: Chester & Sassafras

RiverArts Photography Club

RiverArts Education Center - 200 High St , United States

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 to beginners coming for the first time.

Washington College Film Series: Hairspray

Washington College - Norman James Theatre, William Smith Hall

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 by Maryland's own John Waters and set in 1960s Baltimore, follows Tracy Turnblad as she earns fame on the stage of the Corny Collins Dance… Continue Reading Washington College Film Series: Hairspray

Paint the Town Blue and Gold

Downtown Chestertown Chestertown, MD, United States

Celebrate our Kent County High School graduating seniors Kent County High Jazz Band Phat Daddy's BBQ Lockbriar Ice Cream Wagon Senior pictures displayed in shop windows throughout the month

Chestertown Farmers Market

Fountain Park , United States

***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 be on the 200 Block of High Street for the next 3 months and not the 300 block as has been routine for the past… Continue Reading Chestertown Farmers Market

May 6, 2023: One Day Techniques: Mono-printing Surface Decoration for Ceramics with Marlayn King

Clay Studio - 204 High St. , United States

This class will introduce the fundamentals of mono-printing on clay to students of any experience level. Students will learn the process of transferring their hand-drawn designs to the surface of clay slabs. Students will learn the step-by step process of layering underglazes and slip to create unlimited surface design possibilities. Students will create an 8”… Continue Reading May 6, 2023: One Day Techniques: Mono-printing Surface Decoration for Ceramics with Marlayn King

Free Comic Book Day Giveaway

Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street Chestertown

It's Free Comic Book Day at the library! Stop by and pick up a free comic book while supplies last. You can also create your very own comic book and decorate a superhero mask while you're here. We'll also have an amazing collection of graphic novels on display that you can check out with your… Continue Reading Free Comic Book Day Giveaway

Open Auditions for Short Attention Span Theatre

Garfield Cente for the Arts - 210 High Street

May 2 & 4 at 6:30pm May 6 at 2pm At the Garfield Center for the Arts, playwrights, directors and actors who delight in the art of the 10-minute play are at it again! “Short Attention Span Theatre” (SAST) offers an evening of 10-minute plays, designed to hold your attention for ‘just. long. enough.’ Auditions… Continue Reading Open Auditions for Short Attention Span Theatre

Oltre Ponte Piano Trio Concert

Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 Gateway Dr

The Oltre Ponte Piano Trio will offer selections spanning several centuries from Bach, Chopin, Elgar, Haydn, Mendelssohn, and Vaughan Williams. The program will close with Dvorak’s Dumky trio, based on the Ukrainian dumka tradition that punctuates a lament of captive people with cheerful upbeat melodies. The group comprises locals Nevin Dawson (violin/viola), Wonhee Kim (cello)… Continue Reading Oltre Ponte Piano Trio Concert

Event Series Public Arts Committee

Public Arts Committee

Chestertown, MD, United States

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) at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting to receive log-in information. CLICK FOR TOWN AGENDAS & MINUTES

Event Series A&E District Committee

A&E District Committee

Chestertown, MD, United States

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 the A&E District Manager (chestertownae@gmail.com) at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting to receive log-in information. CLICK FOR TOWN AGENDAS & MINUTES

Cherry Tree Issue 9 Launch Reading

Washington College - Zoom Meeting

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 shade.

May 10, 2023: Uncorked Creations at Casa Carmen

Casa Carmen Wines - 312 Cannon St.

LOCATION: Casa Carmen Wines, 312 Cannon St, Chestertown, MD 21620 FEE: Must be 21 years of age with ID. $35 for Washington College students and RiverArts Members, $45 for all other registrants Join RiverArts and Casa Carmen Wines for a night of pressed flowers and wine! Create a beautiful pressed flower "locket" display piece. All… Continue Reading May 10, 2023: Uncorked Creations at Casa Carmen

Recycled Art Show Artist Talk

Chestertown RiverArts - 315 High St. suite 106

Our RECYCL'ART Month-Long Program in honor of Earth Day will educate the community about making art from recycled materials, promote local ecological awareness and green practices! The Lead Artist for this program is Kayti Didriksen, an artist that works primarily with recycled and found materials. Her expertise and knowledge will assist our YOU in the… Continue Reading Recycled Art Show Artist Talk

Emmanuel Episcopal Church Organ Series

Emmanuel Church - 101 North Cross Street by the Fountain Park

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 University's Shepherd School of Music in Houston,

Chestertown Farmers Market

Fountain Park , United States

***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 be on the 200 Block of High Street for the next 3 months and not the 300 block as has been routine for the past… Continue Reading Chestertown Farmers Market

Taking Care of your Mother Weekend!

Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - 236 Cannon Street

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 (see description on website). The class should wrap up around 8:00 Saturday May 13th: Arrive at 9:30 for breakfast at the Modern Stone Age Kitchen… Continue Reading Taking Care of your Mother Weekend!

Ready To Hatch: Get Ready for Baby!

Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street Chestertown

If you're getting ready for a new baby, Ready to Hatch is for you! All expectant parents are welcome at this interactive early literacy program. Learn about your baby-to-be through songs and fun, brain-building activities. FREE books, calendars, and song sheet for attendees, along with a catered lunch and raffle prizes for expectant parents. Space… Continue Reading Ready To Hatch: Get Ready for Baby!

May 13, 2023: Memories, Hopes, and DREAMS as we celebrate World Collage Day!

RiverArts Education Center - 200B High St.

Cost: $25 per participant Adults and teens welcome! Jump into your dreams, psyche, and express yourself in a fun, intuitive way using one of the most popular and accessible (non-digital) art forms. Learn a little something about collage’s changing but alluring new place in the history of art. All material and tools will be provided… Continue Reading May 13, 2023: Memories, Hopes, and DREAMS as we celebrate World Collage Day!

Mother's Day Brunch on the River Packet

River Packet - High Street Town Dock , United States

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 to reserve your tickets!

Event Series Mayor and Council Meeting

Mayor and Council Meeting

Chestertown Town Hall 118 N Cross Street, Chestertown, MD, United States

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 equipment to incorporate remote participation and hope that this will be a viable option in the near future. Mayor & Council Meetings: 1st & 3rd… Continue Reading Mayor and Council Meeting

Virtual Ready To Hatch: Get ready for baby!

Chestertown Branch - Virtual Event

If you're getting ready for a new baby, Ready to Hatch is for you! All expectant parents are welcome at this interactive early literacy program where you'll learn about your baby-to-be fun, brain-building activities. Join us online for great prizes for expectant parents including a prenatal massage certificate, gift cards for local businesses and more,… Continue Reading Virtual Ready To Hatch: Get ready for baby!

Pottery Classes

203 Truslow Rd

Pottery classes taught by Paul Aspell at his studio at 203 Truslow Rd.

Planning Commission Meeting

Town of Chestertown 118 N. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD, United States

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

Girls' Night Out on the River Packet

River Packet - High Street Town Dock , United States

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 information and to reserve your tickets!

Brampton Chocolate & Wine

Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd - Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd

Discover why chocolate and wine are a match made in heaven! Guests are invited to tantalize their taste buds with locally produced artisan chocolate from Bespoke Chocolate, paired with Crow Vineyards hand-crafted award-winning wines.Chocolatier Steve Lotharius, covers the basics of chocolate and then Judy Crow will explain each wine’s flavor profile. This bespoke evening invites… Continue Reading Brampton Chocolate & Wine

Cars on High

300 High Street - 300 Block of High Street

Join Main Street Chestertown for Cars on High every third Thursday (April through October). Share your automotive beauty or come drool over someone else's! This event is free and open to the public.

Emmanuel Church, Chester Parish – PIANO Dedication Concert

Emmanuel Church - 101 North Cross Street , United States

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 sing with piano solos by Stephanie LaMotte along with duets with Avis Wheatley on the organ. Musicians from within the church who will be performing… Continue Reading Emmanuel Church, Chester Parish – PIANO Dedication Concert

Chestertown Farmers Market

Fountain Park , United States

***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 be on the 200 Block of High Street for the next 3 months and not the 300 block as has been routine for the past… Continue Reading Chestertown Farmers Market

Chestertown Tea Party Festival Information Booth

Chestertown Tea Party Information Booth - Farmer's Market - east end towards the water

Drop by our booth to learn all about the Tea Party Festival held Friday, Saturday and Sunday Memorial Day weekend. Learn about our schedule of free events. Order your tickets for the Beer Festival. Purchase a t-shirt, tote, hat, and other swag. Sign up to volunteer. and get free costume rental and $10 food voucher:https://signup.com/go/nDFJmOL

Backyard Composting Workshop

Sumner Hall - 206 South Queen Street , United States

Learn how to improve your garden soil and keep food scraps and yard waste out of the landfill in this FREE 2 hour workshop.

Foraging Fun around Chestertown

Eastern Shore Food Lab | 2nd Floor | 236 Cannon Street

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 where to look. You will spend a few hours walking with Dr. Bill as he takes you around the streets of Chestertown to find “hidden… Continue Reading Foraging Fun around Chestertown

Museums of Kent Driving Tour

Museums of Kent – Countywide

Celebrate the history and diversity of Kent County’s museums on the Annual Museums of Kent Driving Tour. This year 8 museums will be open to the public. To start the Tour visit any Kent County museum, pick up a Brochure and Museums Pass, and visit as many museums as possible. Get your Pass stamped at… Continue Reading Museums of Kent Driving Tour

ALL SEASONS GARDEN CLUB BIENNIAL FLOWER SHOW

River Arts Education Center - 200B High Street

The All Seasons Garden Club is a non-Federated Club but its Biennial Show will be judged by Diana Bonner, Past President of the Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland and by Susie Middleton, Current President of the Federated Garden Clubs of Maryland. The show will have five Design Classes (see poster for descriptions), each with four… Continue Reading ALL SEASONS GARDEN CLUB BIENNIAL FLOWER SHOW

Museums of Kent Driving Tour

Museums of Kent – Countywide

Celebrate the history and diversity of Kent County’s museums on the Annual Museums of Kent Driving Tour. This year 8 museums will be open to the public. To start the Tour visit any Kent County museum, pick up a Brochure and Museums Pass, and visit as many museums as possible. Get your Pass stamped at… Continue Reading Museums of Kent Driving Tour

Seminar 4: the Art & Science of Tasting Wines

Crow Vineyard - 12441 Vansants Corner Rd - Crow Vineyard - 12441 Vansants Corner Rd

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 there really butter in this wine? This seminar will enhance your wine enjoyment and break down what exactly is happening inside and outside of the… Continue Reading Seminar 4: the Art & Science of Tasting Wines

KCHS VISUAL ARTS – POPPIES FOR PEACE

400 High Street - Lawn - 400 High Street

Join the students of Kent County High School National Arts Honors Society and Visual Arts Department for the unveiling of POPPIES FOR PEACE on the front lawn of 400 High Street, Chestertown This public art installation will remain up through Memorial Day 2023 to honor the fallen, lost to war.

Season Opening

It’s that time of year to enjoy a lovely waterfront setting and local wines produced onsite. Lands Point Winery will be opening for the summer season on Friday and Saturday, May 26 and 27 of Memorial Day Weekend from noon to 7pm. Please visit our website for more information and to make a reservation: Landspointwinery.com.… Continue Reading Season Opening

Blood Bank of Delmarva

Chestertown Elks Lodge 2474 - 8631 Bell Rose Lane - Chestertown Elks Lodge 2474 - 8631 Bell Rose Lane

Blood Draw is scheduled for each month thru December. Contact 302-384-0747 for additional information.

Chestertown Farmers Market

Fountain Park , United States

***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 be on the 200 Block of High Street for the next 3 months and not the 300 block as has been routine for the past… Continue Reading Chestertown Farmers Market

Recycle bottlecaps, batteries, toothbrushes, and more!

Booth located at corner of High and Cross streets at the Farmer's 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 • CFL lightbulbs • Razors and blades • Deodorant containers • Toothpaste tubes • Plastic floss containers • Plastic toothbrushes • Britta filters * Make up-lipstick,… Continue Reading Recycle bottlecaps, batteries, toothbrushes, and more!

MassoniArt presents Marcy Dunn Ramsey | Inside/Outside

MassoniArt 203 High Street, Chestertown, MD, United States

May 19 – June 18, 2023 Collector’s Preview – May 16-17 or by appointment. Opening Reception – Friday, May 19th, 5:30-7:30 pm Artist Talk – Saturday, May 20th, 12 noon June First Friday Reception – June 2nd, 5-7 pm I look for compositions in the natural world that strike a chord of recognition in me.… Continue Reading MassoniArt presents Marcy Dunn Ramsey | Inside/Outside

"Tea Party Raft Race" view from the River Packet

River Packet - High Street Town Dock , United States

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 link for more information and to reserve your tickets!

Memorial Day Parade

Chestertown, MD, United States

The parade will step off at 10 a.m. from Dixon Drive, follow the traditional route to the center of downtown and conclude in the 200-block of High Street.

Memorial Day Lunch Cruise on the River Packet

River Packet - High Street Town Dock , United States

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 tickets!

Event Series Community Flock Walk

Community Flock Walk

Rails and Trails - Stepne Station Parking Lot - 400 S Cross St

Join us each Tuesday and Thursday at 5:30pm for a free community walk down Rails and Trails. Meet us at Stepne Station parking lot (directly across from Wilmer Park). All are welcome to attend. The walk will be canceled if there is inclement weather.

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