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2010 Solomons
Maryland Events
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JUNE NEWSLETTER 2010
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APRIL 2010
May 2010
Charity Auction to benefit the Arc of Southern Maryland
Thursday,
April 29 through Saturday May 1st
Maertens is hosting a Charity Auction to benefit the Arc of Southern
Maryland. April 29 through May 1st, Maertens will be showcasing over 100
pieces of jewelry in a silent auction with bids starting at up to 50%
off retail. 10% of all the sales will be donated to the Arc of Southern
Maryland. The event will take place at Maertens Fine Jewelry & Gifts
located in the Solomons Town Center.
5th Annual Solomons Maritime Festival - Calvert Marine Museum
Saturday-Sunday, May 01-02, 2010
Taking place annually in early May, the Calvert Marine Museum celebrates
Southern Maryland traditions with the Solomons Maritime Festival.
Building on the successful Chesapeake Antique Boat and Marine Engine
Show, the festival will takes place on the museum’s scenic waterfront
campus. The Antique Boat and Marine Engine Show features exhibits from
over 60 collectors of antique and classic boats, and vintage marine
outboard and inboard engines.
The Calvert County Farmers Market in Solomons
Thursday,
May 6
Officially starts on Thursday, May 6th, 4p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Riverwalk
Parking Lot, north of the pavilion. The farmers market will operate
every Thursday evening through November 18th. This year, we will have at
least eight farm vendors and one seafood vendor at this market
Solomons Paint the Town
Thursday,
May 13 - Sunday, May 23
The lovely waterfront town of Solomons, Maryland is the setting for a
plein air festival! If you’ve never experienced an event of this kind,
consider visiting the picturesque Solomons community for a weekend of
art and entertainment.
Carolyn Egeli Gallery Show
Saturday,
May 15
Carmen’s Gallery will be featuring the work of this year’s Plein Air
judge Carolyn Egeli in a gallery show Saturday, May 15, 7 – 9 p.m. Egeli,
a life long resident of Valley Lee, grew up in a family of artists. She
studied at Moore College of Art in Philadelphia and is a renowned
portrait and landscape artist. Her children and siblings all have
careers in the arts as did her parents.
June 2010
July
2010
An SBA Signature Event - SOLOMONS FIREWORKS at Dusk
Sunday,
July 4th
In The annual Solomons fireworks display will be held on Sunday, July
4th. Fireworks will be shot from a barge in the Patuxent River and can
be viewed from the Riverwalk. In the event of rain on July 4th, the
display will take place on Monday, July 5th.
Fireworks Cruise
Sunday,
July 4th
8 p.m. till . . . Come aboard for the best view in town and heavy hors
d'oeuvres. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042, ext. 41.
Sharkfest - Calvert Marine Museum
Saturday,
July 10, 2010
Taking place in early July, the Calvert Marine Museum focuses on Sharks
- both living and fossilized, during its annual Sharkfest! Touch the
rough hide of a shark in the shark touch tank. Have your picture taken
in the jaws of a Giant Megalodon shark skeleton. Learn the amazing facts
about shark habits and habitats. Find a 20-million-year-old shark’s
tooth in the Discovery Room. The day will include fish face painting,
marine games, shark crafts, displays by the Fossil Club, and shark mural
painting. All activities free with museum admission.
August 2010
September 2010
ARTSFEST '10 Fine Arts Festival -Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park
& Arts Center
Saturday,
September 18 – Sunday, September 19
Recognized as Southern Maryland's finest outdoor arts festival, Artsfest
offers a weekend of art, music, food, wine, fine brews, and free art
activities for all ages. 10 am - 5 pm, Annmarie Garden Sculpture Park &
Arts Center, 13480 Dowell Rd., Solomons
http://www.annmariegarden.org/Events/Artsfest/index.htm
October 2010
Solomons Offshore Grand Prix presented by Bayside Toyota/Chevrolet
October
2-3, 2010
It's official, the Jersey Boyz are back, but this time the OPA National
Championship Race will be determined in the waters off Solomons Island.
GEICO has teamed with Bayside Toyota/Chevrolet, the Chesapeake Bay Power
Boat Association and our sponsors to secure a knock-down, drag-out race
course in front of the main sea wall on Solomons Island. Spectators and
fans will find plenty of parking and up-close viewing of some of the
worlds fastest boats on the water today, racing for the Championship,
including the World Famous Miss GEICO. Presented by Bayside
Toyota/Chevrolet, Chesapeake Bay Power Boat Association, OPA, GEICO,
Miss Geico Racing. www.solomonsrace.com
Patuxent River Appreciation Days - Calvert Marine Museum, 10 a.m. to
5 p.m.
October 9 &
10, 2010
Patuxent River Appreciation Days (PRAD) is an annual festival, which
creates awareness, recognition, and promotion of the economic, social,
recreational, cultural and historical impact of the tributaries and
environs of the Patuxent River and the basin through which it flows. The
festival is held annually on Columbus Day Weekend. The festival brings
together, and reflects the continuing commitment of, the community,
county and state government agencies, the Calvert Marine Museum, the
Patuxent River Naval Air Station, and other historical and environmental
groups, which share a desire to preserve the Patuxent River and to
celebrate its positive influence on the area’s quality of life, in the
past, present, and future.
http://www.pradinc.org
Halloween in the Garden - Annmarie Garden, Solomons
Saturday,
October 23, 2010
Looking for something SPOOKtacular to do for Halloween? Try bringing the
family to the Garden for a safe and spook-free daytime trick-or-treating
event. Non-profit organizations, outreach programs, local businesses and
entrepreneurs participate by decorating their space in a haunted theme,
dressing in holiday costumes, and handing out goodies. Children are able
to meander through the woods along the paved pathway, free of vehicles,
and receive candy from reputable organizations and businesses within
their own community. Free ooky, spooky art activities are always
provided. Free parking is located adjacent to the Garden. Dress the
whole family and enjoy a day of trick-or-treating in the garden and
unique photo opportunities with the boo-tiful decorations!
http://www.annmariegarden.org/Events/Halloween
Calvert Marine Museum - Monster Mash Cruise
Sunday,
October 31, 2010
This cruise is for the little goblins and their families.
Pre-registration required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 - details
November 2010
December 2010
An SBA Signature Event - SOLOMONS CHRISTMAS WALK -6th: 6-9 p.m.
Christmas Walk Gala
7th: 10 a.m.-9 p.m.
December
4th-5th
Stroll
Solomons' candlelit streets, browse in unique shops. Enjoy art, music,
entertainment, puppet show and boat light parade.
Garden In Lights: a glorious walk-through light show - Annmarie
Garden, 6:00pm - 9:00pm nightly; weather permitting.
December 4,
2009 - January 2, 2010
This popular holiday tradition is now an enchanting WALK THROUGH light
show. Surround yourself and your family with colorful one-of-a-kind
creations as you walk the 1/4 mile loop. Mythical creatures, spectacular
wild animals, illuminated works of art, hidden beasts, and more will
delight all ages. As always, the Holiday I Spy game will challenge
guests to find the hidden features. After your walk, enjoy a hot drink,
entertainment, the Ornament Show, the Celebrations Glass Exhibit, and
more in the Arts Building.
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