Kent County Arts and Entertainment Events- May 2018

Bring your enthusiasm and your questions to this interactive presentation about the BIGGEST sporting event on the planet! Every four years, over 200 countries compete to win soccer's greatest prize: the FIFA World Cup.

Whether you're a soccer nut or simply curious to know more about the sport, join Graham Ramsay, executive director of The Soccer School, at this informational and interactive program for teens and adults.

Laurie Cumpston's fine illustrative works have been well-received since she was a teenager. At 17, Laurie drew a border for Vernon Goode's Famous Houses of Kent, which was presented to Queen Elizabeth. In the decades since, she has found inspiration in nature and mythology. No detail is too small for her crow quill pen!

On May 2nd from 5-7pm, Laurie will host an opening reception for her exhibit at Kent County Public Library's Chestertown Branch. All are welcome to meet the artist, be among the first to view the exhibit, and enjoy the company of other art enthusiasts.

The exhibit will remain on display through the month of May.

On First Friday, May 4th, Bonnie Howell will be the featured artist for The Artists' Gallery. In "Water Level", Bonnie's work in oil reflects the peaceful nature of the beauty that surrounds us. She has a BA from St. Andrews University and a teaching certificate from Washington College. She taught art publicly and privately over the years before forming The Artists' Gallery partnership in 2003. Bonnie works primarily in oil and regularly features paintings of life- portraits and nature - at The Artists' Gallery.

The Working Artist Forum will have work displayed in the Main Gallery from May 4-26. There will be an opening reception on First Friday, May 4 from 5pm-8pm.

Gallery Hours: Tues-Fri (11am-4pm), Saturday (10am-4pm), Sunday (11am-3pm)

The African American Tradition Bearers Exhibit will be on display in the Studio Gallery from May 4-26th. There will be an opening reception on First Friday, May 4th from 5-8pm.

Gallery Hours: Tues-Fri (11am-4pm), Saturday (10am-4pm), Sunday (11am-3pm)

Ken Cowan, the world renowned organist will play his twenty-third concert on the Emmanuel Series. Mr. Cowan is regarded as on of North America's finest concert organist. Praised for dazzling artistry, impeccable technique and imaginative programming by audiences and critics alike, he maintains a rigorous performance schedule playing in church and concert halls across America, Canada, Europe and Asia. Mr. Cowan earned a Bachelor of Music from the Curtis Institute and a masters degree from Yale. Currently he is head of the organ program at the Shepherd School of Music, Rice University,

Young padawans, join us this day you must. Celebrate all things Star Wars with some drop in crafts! Wear your costumes.
May the fourth be with you.
All ages welcome.

Join Sultana Education Foundation’s staff naturalists for one (or more!) of our unique kayak paddles on Maryland’s Upper Eastern Shore. Kayaks for these trips are provided so all you need to bring is water, a snack, and your binoculars!

$30 per person (except as marked) / no children under 12
Reserve online or by calling 410-778-5954 (M-F)
Online registration is available until midnight of the day prior to the program.

A movie presented by River Arts Film Society. Open to members and guests, this film will be followed by a "Talk-Back Session" facilitated by Pat Nugent. Refreshments available for purchase. Reservations through RiverArts.

Monday Movies at Kent County Public Library are free and open to all.

Our public performance license for film restricts us from advertising the name of the movie here, but you can find more details on the library's website or by calling 410-778-3636

International known and respected Ken Cown will make his 23rd appearance on this concert series. He is Associate Professor of Organ at Rice University's Shepherd School of Music in Houston, Texas., He made several recording which are available.

African-American poet and playwright Robert Earl Price returns to Kent County Public Library to continue to the conversation started during his February program. With poetry and thoughtful observations, Mr. Price invites the audience to engage with the theme of the heroism of survival in an oppressive society.

Robert Earl Price is a poet and playwright whose work often incorporates the lyricism and rhythm of Jazz and Blues. He is black cultural worker and a veteran of the Black Arts Movement that influenced and was influenced by the recent Civil Rights movement. His poetry strives to capture the visceral impact of the heroism of survival in an oppressive society

Monday Movies at Kent County Public Library are free and open to all.

Our public performance license for films restricts us from advertising the name of the movie here, but you can find more details on the library's website or by calling 410-778-3636

As the weather heats up there is nothing more refreshing than chilled glass of crisp, dry, rosé. Join us for a party in the garden behind the wine & cheese shop to celebrate the start of summer as we introduce our 2018 rosé collection.

Our wine tastings are designed as social events. We're excited to welcome local jazz and bluegrass musicians, the Williamson Trio, who will perform between 5:30 - 7:30. Hors d'oeuvres and desserts will be served.

All friends of legal sipping age are welcome to join us. Our cut-to-order cheese case is closed during the event; however, we are happy to offer a half case discount on wines we're sampling during the event.

Join Sultana Education Foundation’s staff naturalists for one (or more!) of our unique kayak paddles on Maryland’s Upper Eastern Shore. Kayaks for these trips are provided so all you need to bring is water, a snack, and your binoculars!

$30 per person (except as marked) / no children under 12
Reserve online or by calling 410-778-5954 (M-F)
Online registration is available until midnight of the day prior to the program.

Happiness Hour is a time for grown-ups to explore their powers of creativity!

Featured project: Paper Flowers

Swap ideas, give encouragement, and leave a little happier than you arrived.

Space is limited. Please register.

The Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble, conducted by Dr. Keith A. Wharton, will take its audience to cities near and far in its final concert of the season. The program features medleys that celebrate two American cities in particular: "Chicago (That Toddlin' Town)" and "Salute to New York." The spirit of other American cities and towns is conveyed in "Quad City Stomp," "River City," Bridgeview," "Delmar Celebration," and "Nightflight." European cities are represented by "Un Petit Cafe a Paris" and the Finale from "The Pines of Rome."

The ESWE is an all-ages community band founded in 2001. New members are always welcome, without audition or fee.

Monday Movies at Kent County Public Library are free and open to all.

Our public performance license for films restricts us from advertising the name of the movie here, but you can find more details on the library's website or by calling 410-778-3636.

Learn all about this year's program from Artistic Director, Richard Rosenberg.