Plan your trip early and stay in Chestertown! Click here for local lodging.
Come to our next Permaculture Potluck! Build community, eat/share good food, tour our Permaculture Demonstration Project, play music, make new friends, and celebrate! Our friend Pam will be bringing bird house gourds to make your own bird houses and we'll have a book and magazine swap! We've got our greenhouse up, cobb pizza oven working,… Continue Reading Permaculture Potluck and Property Tour
***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
Join Dr. Bill Schindler for a start to finish approach to baking hand-built, real, traditional long-fermented sourdough bread. Long, slow fermentation that utilizes wild bacteria and yeasts transforms difficult, and dangerous to digest grains into nutrient dense, bioavailable, delicious bread. Dr. Bill will discuss harnessing hyper-local bacteria and yeast to start your mother culture all… Continue Reading Sourdough Bread Making Class
Adults and teens welcome! Learn to indigo dye during the “blue” hours! We will learn about indigo and explore various Shibori resist methods while creating some great gifts. When you’re ready to dye you will see the wonder of indigo as your creation emerges from the dye bath colored green and turns blue before your… Continue Reading Indigo at Night
Sunday, March 19: 9 - 11:00 am (and return from 12:00 to finish) Cost: $50 per participant for RiverArts members (non-member price is $60) Material fee: $20 for a silk scarf, cotton bandana and eucalyptus, instructor will collect material fee at class. Adults and teens welcome! Join us to naturally dye a one-of-a-kind scarf. We’ll… Continue Reading Eucalyptus Magic in the Morning
Learn to natural dye with dried Marigolds. Students will use Shibori resists to create a large cotton scarf dyed golden. You’ll learn how to mordant cotton, prepare the dye and care for your naturally dyed textile. While the scarves are dyeing, we’ll explore the magic of indigo and dye a cotton bandana blue. Adults and… Continue Reading There's Gold in Those Petals
William James Forum Fund 2023 Critical Series Freedom Screening of "This Film is Not Yet Rated" In a rare and refreshing reversal of roles, Academy Award-nominated director Kirby Dick put the Motion Picture Association of America (MPAA) under the microscope for inspection. Compelled by the staggering amount of power that the MPAA ratings board wields,… Continue Reading William James Forum Fund 2023 Critical Series Freedom Screening of "This Film is Not Yet Rated"
Poet Aaron Smith will read from his five books of poetry (all published in the prestigious Pitt Poetry Series) and give a generative poetry workshop. BIO: Aaron Smith is the author of five books of poetry, all published by the Pitt Poetry Series: Blue on Blue Ground, winner of the Agnes Lynch Starrett Prize; Appetite;… Continue Reading Aaron Smith Poetry Reading and Generative Workshop
The Washington College Concert Series presents Josh Mlodzianowski (saxophone). Josh will premiere recently commissioned works that blend elements of hip-hop and concert music as well as performing staples of the saxophone repertoire from the 20th century.To learn more about Josh, visit www.joshonthatsax.com To learn more, visit washcoll.edu/concert CONTACT: concertseries@washcoll.edu Individual tickets are $20 (adults) and… Continue Reading Josh Mlodzianowski (saxophone)
Do you have a burning question about Kent County Public Library? Executive Director Arnessa Dowell has answers! You'll leave this information-packed hour knowing more about what's upcoming for KCPL and with a better understanding of the library's role in the community. We look forward to hearing your questions and are excited to give you answers!
The Communication and Media Studies Program invites you to this month's screening in the Washington College Film Series. In March, we'll be watching My Life as a Zucchini (2016). This Oscar-nominated animated film follows an orphaned boy, nicknamed Zucchini, as he navigates his new life in a group foster home. The Communication and Media Studies… Continue Reading Washington College Film Series: My Life as a Zucchini
Join us for the opening reception of the 100 PROOF Annual Juried Student Exhibition. Celebrate the art and creativity of Washington College students! Light refreshments will be served. Free and open to the public.
Katherine Johnson is an organ performance student at the Oberlin Conservatory, where she studies with Christa Rakich.
***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
The Carole Cascio Fund For Mind Movement Connections (CCF) and Washington College will be co-sponsoring a Day of Dance on March 25, 2023 on stage at Decker Theatre in the Gibson Center for the Arts on the campus of Washington College. CCF will be providing four free dance classes to the local community for ages… Continue Reading A Day of Dance
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
Grand Opening Weekend for the new Vincent & Leslie Prince Raimond Cultural Center. Saturday March 25 - 12 Noon Ribbon Cutting 12 - 5 pm open house, "Best Foot Forward" art exhibit celebrating Kent County artists 7 pm - Concert for the Arts - Garfield Theater, SOLD OUT.
Cost: $40 Everything broken is new again when it comes to the Japanese art of kintsugi and in this class, you can learn how to make mending beautiful. In this beginner’s class, you will learn how to repair broken vases, plates, bowls, and statues by fusing broken ceramics with gold. You will also learn about… Continue Reading Kintsugi with Lauren Burnett
Join the Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble for a program featuring works of the 20th and 21st centuries. Enjoy compositions by Holst, Copland, Balmages, Standridge, Svanoe, and Morales. Directed by Jodi Bortz, the ESWE is an all-ages community concert band that offers area wind and percussion musicians the opportunity to continue or return to the pleasures… Continue Reading Brave New World: Free Band Concert by the Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble
Founder and CEO of Corbin Advisors, an award-winning strategic consultancy, Rebecca pioneered analytics as a means to develop research-driven insights that create corporate value and drive impact for her clients. She is Editor-in-Chief of Inside the Buy Side, a market research publication she founded in 2007, a regular contributor on CNBC and Bloomberg Radio, and… Continue Reading Demystifying Wall Street's Equity Market: Leveraging Market Sentiment for Value Creation
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
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
William James Forum Fund 2023 Critical Series: "Freedom of Speech in the History" by Dr. Elena de Lorenzo, University of Oviedo, Spain Dr. De Lorenzo will offer a European-based reading of the notion of 'freedom of speech' as it emerged in the 18th century. As the research head of the project entitled "Monarchic censorship in… Continue Reading William James Forum Fund 2023 Critical Series: "Freedom of Speech and History" by Dr. Elena de Lorenzo, University of Oviedo, Spain
Click here to watch the National Vietnam War Veterans Day PSA video For the second year in a row Kent County will observe National Vietnam War Veterans Day on March 29 in the downtown Memorial Park, Chestertown. Organizers of the inaugural event here in 2022 had expected 50 or so people, but the turnout was… Continue Reading Vietnam Veterans Day Recognition
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
The class will be held at the Clay Studio from 2 - 4:30 pm on Thursdays, running from March 30th through May 4th. (6 weeks) This course is intended to be a "next step" for returning beginners whom have completed introductory Ceramic Handbuilding class. Students will expand and refine their skillset through skills instruction and… Continue Reading Handbuilding Plus! with Marcey Sherman
UPDATE 3/29/23 - LOCATION MOVE ALERT!!!Due to mechanical issues in the Gibson Building, Kris Kelley’s talk has been moved to Larrabee Arts Center! Please join us there! Parking is available just outside the Larrabee building! (click for campus map PDF) Join us for a talk given by this year's 100 Proof Juror and Washington College… Continue Reading Kris Kelley Art Talk – NEW LOCATION
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
A World Premiere documentary produced by Maryland Public Television, Kent County's Storied Landscape Place, Past & Present, will debut at the Garfield Theater with a reception prior at The Bank.
***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
You’ve seen the croissant evolution at the MSAK and you have been asking for this class!Making 100% wild, long fermented sourdough croissants transforms an already delicious treat into its most delicious and nourishing form. And, making them in your home kitchen is easier than you think! Join us to learn all the steps in making… Continue Reading Croissants & Such
The class will be held at the Clay Studio (and in the street nearby) from 10:00 am - 4:00 pm on Saturday April 1st. This one-day workshop introduces the fundamentals of raku to students of any experience level. Students will learn the process of raku firing by glazing self-supplied bisque ware, learning how to load… Continue Reading One Day Workshop: Mobile Raku with Brett Thomas
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
Come Join Kent County Parks & Recreation for our FREE Spring Festival. This event is sponsored by The Kent County Health Department.The event will feature face painting, an egg hunt, egg decorating, games, prizes, pony rides, a bounce house, and more!
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
United Way of Kent County (UWKC) will hold a fund-raising bocce tournament on Saturday, April 1, from 12 to 5 at Wilmer Park in Chestertown. The rain date is April 2. All ages are welcome. No prior experience with the game is required. Teams will compete for prizes, while taking advantage of the opportunity to… Continue Reading UWKC Bocce Tournament 2023
Happiness Hour is a time for grown-ups to explore their powers of creativity. Join us to try your hand at something new and leave a little happier than you arrived! Featured Project: Origami Flowers Learn how to fold several different styles of origami flowers and create a gorgeous bouquet. All supplies will be provided. You… Continue Reading Origami Flowers – Happiness Hour: Creative Time for Grown-Ups
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: Kickoff
Kent School's most important fundraiser of the year features stand-up comedian Larry Noto. Join us for heavy hors d'oeuvres, cocktails and a robust silent auction.
The 14th Annual Kent County Poetry Festival, a partnership with The Bookplate and The Rose O'Neill Literary House, will be on Saturday April 1, 2023. The Main Event is Saturday evening, April 1 at 7 pm at Norman James Theater, Washington College. and will feature Poet Patricia Spears Jones, in conversation with Maureen Corrigan from… Continue Reading Kent County Poetry Festival
Directed by Prof. LaRonika Thomas | A Playwrighting SCE by Sophia Rooks ‘23 Literature's first monster takes to the stage in a play adaption of the book, Grendel! This is a playwriting SCE that is about the antagonist of the classic book, Beowulf; in a prequel that gives insight into the character of Grendel. This adaptation will be focusing on the… Continue Reading Grendel
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
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 wheel techniques to beginning students with a focus on throwing bowl and cylinder forms. Students will be shown the step-by-step process of wedging, centering, throwing,… 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
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
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 intended to be a "next step" for returning beginners. Students will expand and refine their skillset through skills instruction and weekly project assignment. It is… Continue Reading Beginner Plus! Wheel with Chris Neiman
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: 2D Workshop
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
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
Necessary Trouble: Truthtelling and Changemaking in America, an art exhibit of Americans Who Tell the Truth portraits by Robert Shetterly begins with this film screening of Truth Tellers by Richard Kane. "Truth Tellers is a new documentary film chronicling the lives of courageous Americans fighting for racial equity, climate justice and indigenous rights through the… Continue Reading "Truth Tellers" Film Screening and Opening Reception for Necessary Trouble
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.
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
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
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 explore treats, share fun facts, and bring the rest of the world closer to home one tasty bite at a time. Please note: Due to… 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, Park Row Floats offers a luxurious relaxation experience. Never heard of Float? Stop by the Open House and take a peek at our beautiful, state-of-the-art… Continue Reading Park Row Floats Open House
***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
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
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
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
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 watercolor techniques and your unique creativity. Ages 13-17 Space is limited. Please register! Pizza and Make a Thing is a program series for teens where… Continue Reading Pizza & Make a Thing: Floral Watercolor Art
A Performance SCE from Archer Bergman ‘23
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 Victorian designs. Your turtle can be decorated with all types of embellishments for a fun keepsake project. All supplies are included, although you are welcome… 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 week leading up to Jeanne's retirement, KCPL is pulling out all the stops and celebrating with three events (one at each KCPL location) to give… 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) at least 24 hours prior to the scheduled meeting to receive log-in information. CLICK FOR TOWN AGENDAS & MINUTES
It's time for LEGO fun! Drop in with your big ideas and join us for an afternoon of building. Ages 5+
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: 3D Workshop
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
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 other registrants Join RiverArts and Casa Carmen Wines for a night of crafting and wine! All supplies are included! Enjoy Casa's premium selection of wine… Continue Reading Uncorked Creations at Casa Carmen
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
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 the Advent, Boston, MA.
***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
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 has been transformed through fermentation into a multitude of foods including butter and buttermilk, kefir, yogurt, and cheese. These processes increased nutrient density and bioavailability,… Continue Reading Fermented Dairy: Butter, Kefir, & Yogurt Cooking Class
The Kent County High School Art Honor Society & Visual Arts Programs are creating a "field of poppies" installation honoring those who have worn our nation's uniform. It will be proudly displayed from May 23 through Memorial Day on the lawn of 400 High Street. We are calling on community members to assist making hundreds,… Continue Reading April 15: Poppies for Peace
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 be happening throughout town.For information email hester@kentculture.org or call the Kent Cultural Alliance at 410-778-3700 CLICK TO DOWNLOAD MAP (PDF)
SPRING AUCTION: April 15th @ 10am Come enjoy the day at the Kent Ag Center by celebrating our annual Spring Auction! Schedule is as follows: 4-H Fun Day: 9:30am Silent Auction: 10am-11am Live Auction: 11am until complete (approx 1 hour) This event will be held at the Kent County Ag Center: 21349 Tolchester Beach Road,… Continue Reading Kent County Ag Center Spring Auction and Family Fun Day
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
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
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 Sunday, April 16th). Enjoy craft beer from DelMarVa and beyond | Live Music | Food Trucks | and More Featured Breweries Include: Blue Earl Brewing… Continue Reading Rhythm & Brews
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: Workshop
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 Fanya Lin has captivated audiences worldwide with her charismatic and gripping performances. For more information about Fanya Lin, please visit fanyalin.com. To learn more, visit… Continue Reading Fanya Lin (piano)
Come learn how to make Kimchi from our local fermentation & pickling expert, Oksana! Participants will get to pick out a free jar of any of our products as well as take home a jar they put together themselves to continue fermenting! Enjoy free snacks and refreshments while getting a hands-on experience performing one of… Continue Reading Fermentation Workshop!
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 and join us online for great prizes for expectant parents. Registration is required. A kit for the workshop, including free books, calendar, and song sheets, will… Continue Reading Virtual Ready To Hatch: Get ready for baby!
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 cancel culture, censorship, hate speech, and freedom of speech, as part of the 2023 William James Forum Fund Critical Series.
A talk by Brett Rushforth from University of Oregon. This talk will outline the ways that French people consumed and created meaning from Atlantic goods, information, and people during the Renaissance.
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 wheel techniques to beginning students with a focus on throwing bowl and cylinder forms. Students will be shown the step-by-step process of wedging, centering, throwing,… Continue Reading Beginners Wheel with Chris Neiman
Happiness Hour is a time for grown-ups to explore their powers of creativity. Join us to try your hand at something new and leave a little happier than you arrived! Featured Project: Creating Spice Blends with Mariam Satchell, owner of The Spicerie Come, let us journey together and visit lands of delicious spices and aromas.… Continue Reading Let's Get Spicy – Happiness Hour: Creative Time for Grown-Ups
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 intended to be a "next step" for returning beginners. Students will expand and refine their skillset through skills instruction and weekly project assignment. This class… Continue Reading Beginner Plus! Wheel with Chris Neiman
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: 2D Workshop
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 Implementation for Kent County Public Schools. He will discuss the Blueprint, what it is, the challenges it presents, and what KCPS is doing to meet… 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 well as future education pathways and volunteer opportunities. Open to all KCHS students grades 9-12 and open to the community.
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
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
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!
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
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
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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
