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Chestertown Maryland Calendar of Events- December 2023


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December 1

COLOR SURFACE SPACE & The Abstract Imagination Opening Reception
  • COLOR SURFACE SPACE & The Abstract Imagination Opening Reception

  • Friday,   |  Tues., Thurs., Fri., 1:30-5pm, Wed., 4-7pm, Sat., 12-3
  • This event runs October 25 to December 9
  • Location: Kohl Gallery at Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts Washington College
  • Abstract works the 1960s to the present created by artists working in the mid-Atlantic region. Featuring 4 de Kooning lithographs, works borrowed from the collection of Academy Art Museum, and a selec...

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  • Pottery Classes

  • Friday,   |  6:30 P.M.
  • This event runs November 1 to December 6
  • Location: Gallery 203 - 203 Truslow Rd - Gallery 203 - 203 Truslow Rd
  • Pottery Classes starting November 1, 2023 at Gallery 203.

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RiverArts Holiday Show
  • RiverArts Holiday Show

  • Friday,
  • This event runs November 3 to December 24
  • Location: Chestertown RiverArts - 315 High Street
  • November 3 - December 24, 2023
    Inspired, creative gifts for everyone on your list. All items are one-of-a-kind, with styles ranging from folk to traditional to abstract to downright whimsical. All cr...

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The Garfield presents Little Women
  • The Garfield presents Little Women

  • Friday,
  • This event runs December 1 to December 17
  • Location: Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theatre - 210 High Street
  • Directed by Hester Sachse

    Many of us know Louisa May Alcott’s classic novel “Little Women.” It is the story of the March family, who live in a quiet Massachusetts town during the...

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Dickens of a Christmas 2023
  • Dickens of a Christmas 2023

  • Friday,   |  All Day
  • This event runs December 1 to December 2
  • Location: Downtown Chestertown-Various - 200 Block of High Street
  • Kent County's favorite holiday event. Step back into 1840's London and experience the holiday season as Charles Dickens imagined it. This two day event includes carriage rides, entertainment...

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Dancescape
  • Dancescape

  • Friday,   |  12/1 @7:30pm; 12/2 @2:30pm
  • This event runs December 1 to December 2
  • Location: Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts - Decker Theater
  • The Washington College Department of Theatre and Dance presents Dancescape, directed by Professor Renee Gerardo.

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Kent County Histories: A Digital Scholarship in Museum Partnerships Exhibit
  • Kent County Histories: A Digital Scholarship in Museum Partnerships Exhibit

  • Friday,   |  First Fridays - 5pm-8pm, Saturdays - 8am-12pm
  • Location: 210 Cross Street
  • The Museum and Community Partners are sharing a collection of exhibits created by Washington College students for use by Kent County museums. Exhibits include panels, virtual tours, audio clips, and o...

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MassoniArt presents Marcy Dunn Ramsey - Distillations
  • MassoniArt presents Marcy Dunn Ramsey - Distillations

  • Friday,
  • This event runs December 1 to December 30
  • Location: MassoniArt - High Street - 203 High Street
  • Join us for a glass of cheer!
    Opening Reception
    First Friday, December 1, 5-7 pm – High Street

    Meredith & Marcy’s Book Party
    Friday, December 15, 5-7 pm – High Street

    Ma...

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MassoniArt presents Gallery Artists Annual Holiday Exhibition
  • MassoniArt presents Gallery Artists Annual Holiday Exhibition

  • Friday,
  • This event runs December 1 to December 30
  • Location: MassoniArt - Cross Street - 413 S. Cross Street
  • At the Cross Street Gallery

    First Friday Reception, December 1, 5-7 pm

    New work by Gallery Artists and special guests. Give the gift of art!

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December 2

Santa!
  • Santa!

  • Saturday,   |  10 am to Noon
  • Location: Downtown Chestertown
  • Santa will be greeting kids of all ages at his house from 10 am to Noon in Fountain Park

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Ask a Master Gardener Info Table
  • Ask a Master Gardener Info Table

  • Saturday,   |  10:00am - 12:00pm
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • Now is the perfect time to plan your spring garden!

    Stop by KCPL's Chestertown Branch 10am-12pm on the 1st and 3rd Saturday November-March with all your questions about gardening, garden pests...

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Star Paper Lanterns at Dickens of a Christmas
  • Star Paper Lanterns at Dickens of a Christmas

  • Saturday,   |  10am-4pm
  • Location: Heritage Village at the Bank - Heritage Village at the Bank
  • STAR PAPER LANTERNS @ DICKENS
    Date: Saturday, December 2, 2023
    Time: 10am-4pm
    Location: Dickens Heritage Village
    211 High Street, Chestertown
    Cost: $5 Suggested Donation
    Registration Deadline: N...

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December 3

Messiah Sing-Along
  • Messiah Sing-Along

  • Sunday,   |  4PM
  • Location: Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 Gateway Dr.
  • The Congregation of the Presbyterian Church of Chestertown invites you to join them for this fun community event on Sunday December 3 from 4PM until 5PM. We'll sing several choruses of the Messia...

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Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. Annual Lunch with Santa & Cookie Walk
  • Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. Annual Lunch with Santa & Cookie Walk

  • Sunday,   |  11am - 2pm
  • Location: Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. - 211 Maple Ave
  • Chestertown Vol. Fire Co. will be hosting our Annual Lunch with Santa & Cookie Walk on Sunday December 3rd from 11am - 2pm!
    Lunch with Santa includes lunch, crafts & pictures with Santa Claus...

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December 4

Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band Ensemble
  • Percussion Ensemble and Steel Band Ensemble

  • Monday,   |  7:30pm
  • Location: Washington College - Gibson Center for the Arts - Hotchkiss Recital Hall
  • The Music Department presents the Percussion and Steel Pan Ensembles. Percussion Ensemble directed by Eric Plewinski. Steel Band Ensemble directed by Dr. John Leupold....

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December 5

Brampton Inn Ship-To-Shore Experience with Chester River Packet Co.
  • Brampton Inn Ship-To-Shore Experience with Chester River Packet Co.

  • Tuesday,   |  4:00pm - 6:00pm
  • Location: Chester River Packet - High Street Town Dock, Chestertown MD 21620
  • Brampton Inn invites you to catch the sunset on a 2-hour cruise aboard the Chester River Packet. This immersive experience allows guests to mingle and unwind with a refreshing cocktail while enjoying ...

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December 6

  • Rock Ensemble

  • Wednesday,   |  7:30pm
  • Location: Washington College - - Gibson Center for the Arts - Decker Theatre
  • The Music Department presents the Washington College Rock Ensemble.

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After-Hours Happiness Hour: Creative Time for Grown-Ups
  • After-Hours Happiness Hour: Creative Time for Grown-Ups

  • Wednesday,   |  6:00pm
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • This month's Happiness Hour is offered in partnership with RiverArts.

    Featured Project: Punched Tin Candle Holders

    Turn an empty can into a unique candle holder! Using a mallet and an awl, ...

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December 7

WC Film Series/ Past Lives
  • WC Film Series/ Past Lives

  • Thursday,   |  7pm
  • Location: Washington College - Norman James Theatre, William Smith Hall
  • Please join us for this month's feature in the WC Film Series, Past Lives (2023). Each month, we'll feature a film on the theme of self-discovery. Films will come from a variety of time peri...

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Holiday Craft Night for Adults
  • Holiday Craft Night for Adults

  • Thursday,   |  5-7pm
  • Location: RiverArts 315 High Street - RiverArts 315 High Street
  • Come for a night of holiday fun and crafting! Suggested projects and instruction will be provided along with a large supply of craft supplies- or make your very own creations! Fee includes up to 3 pro...

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December 8

  • WACappella Concert

  • Friday,   |  7:30pm
  • Location: Washington College - Tawes Theatre, Gibson Center for the Arts
  • WACappella, our a cappella group on campus, will be performing a selection of songs for their end of semester concert.

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Meet Me at the Movies
  • Meet Me at the Movies

  • Friday,   |  Friday, 12/8 @ 7 PM; Saturday 12/9 @ 4 PM
  • This event runs December 8 to December 9
  • Location: Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 Gateway Drive
  • The Chester River Chorale presents “Meet You at the Movies”, a holiday concert featuring the unforgettable melodies from your most cherished Christmas movies spanning the last century of f...

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December 9

Santa!
  • Santa!

  • Saturday,   |  10 am to Noon
  • Location: Downtown Chestertown
  • Santa will be greeting kids of all ages at his house from 10 am to Noon in Fountain Park

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Meet You at the Movies
  • Meet You at the Movies

  • Saturday,   |  4 pm
  • Location: Presbyterian Church of Chestertown - 905 Gateway Drive
  • The Chester River Chorale presents “Meet You at the Movies”, a holiday concert featuring the unforgettable melodies from your most cherished Christmas movies spanning the last century of f...

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  • WACappella Concert

  • Saturday,   |  2pm
  • Location: Washington College - Tawes Theatre, Gibson Center for the Arts
  • WACappella, our a cappella group on campus, will perform a selection of songs for their end of semester concert.

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  • WACappella Concert

  • Saturday,   |  6pm
  • Location: Washington College - Tawes Theatre, Gibson Center for the Arts
  • WACappella, our a cappella group on campus, will perform a selection of songs for their end of semester concert.

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KCPL Cares Giveaway - Light Therapy Lamps
  • KCPL Cares Giveaway - Light Therapy Lamps

  • Saturday,   |  All day
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • The library is not a standalone organization, it's a vital part of the community! KCPL Cares is a quarterly free giveaway initiative that lets us connect with and support the community in a varie...

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Recycle bottlecaps, #5 plastics, batteries, toothbrushes, and more
  • Recycle bottlecaps, #5 plastics, batteries, toothbrushes, and more

  • Saturday,   |  9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
  • Location: Chestertown Environmental Committee Booth - Corner of High and Cross Streets at the Farmer's Market
  • The Chestertown Environmental Committee is collecting the following items for recycling at the Farmer’s Market:

    • Plastic bottle caps and flip tops
    • Alkaline batteries A, AA, AAA,...

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Pizza and Make a Thing: Slime Making
  • Pizza and Make a Thing: Slime Making

  • Saturday,   |  1:00pm
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • Choose from a variety of recipes, then mix up your own unique batch of slime! Many slime-making ingredients and special add-ins will be available.

    Ages 13-17

    Space is limited. Please register!
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Toy Train and Model Railroad Expo
  • Toy Train and Model Railroad Expo

  • Saturday,   |  10am-1pm
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • If you’re nostalgic for toy trains or mesmerized by model railroads, be sure to mark your calendar for Kent County Public Library’s Toy Train & Model Railroad Expo!

    Bob and David Si...

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December 12

  • Gingerbread Houses

  • Tuesday,   |  5:00pm
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • Gumdrops, candycanes, and frosting await!

    Using graham crackers (instead of actual gingerbread) and other treats, creative builders of all ages will design and take home their own unique "ging...

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December 13

Uncorked Creations: Beaded Snowflake Ornaments
  • Uncorked Creations: Beaded Snowflake Ornaments

  • Wednesday,   |  6-8pm
  • Location: Casa Carmen Wines - 312 Cannon Street
  • Bring your friends and family to make gorgeous beaded snowflake ornaments perfect for your holiday tree, to hang in your window, or to give as gifts. Fee includes 1 glass of wine and all supplies.

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December 15

WC-ALL Spring Showcase
  • WC-ALL Spring Showcase

  • Friday,   |  3pm-5pm
  • Location: Hynson Lounge, Hodson Hall Commons, Washington Col - 300 Washington Ave
  • Meet WC-ALL instructors including Washington College alumni and faculty, socialize over hors d’oeuvres and beverages, and learn about 40 fascinating courses offered this spring. Spring course re...

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TGIF: Christmas Highlander Painting
  • TGIF: Christmas Highlander Painting

  • Friday,   |  6-8pm
  • Location: RiverArts 315 High Street - RiverArts 315 High Street
  • Join us to create this fun and festival holiday portrait of a Hilander cow! Bring your friends, family, and snacks - all supplies provided, no painting experience necessary.

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December 16

Chestertown A&E Holiday Art Walk
  • Chestertown A&E Holiday Art Walk

  • Saturday,   |  10:00 am to 3:00 pm
  • Location: Chestertown A&E District - Downtown Chestertown
  • 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...

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Brampton's Célébration de Noël!
  • Brampton's Célébration de Noël!

  • Saturday,   |  3:30pm - 6:00pm
  • Location: Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd, Chestertown MD 21620
  • Take a step back into the Brampton’s storied past as you experience the holidays and grounds the way travelers did more than a century ago. Gather on the Renaissance Garden Terrace to listen to ...

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Santa!
  • Santa!

  • Saturday,   |  10 am to Noon
  • Location: Downtown Chestertown
  • Santa will be greeting kids of all ages at his house from 10 am to Noon in Fountain Park

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Sourdough Sweet Treats for the Holidays Class
  • Sourdough Sweet Treats for the Holidays Class

  • Saturday,   |  10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Location: Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - Modern Stone Age Kitchen- 236 Cannon Street
  • Get ready to deck the halls with boughs of sourdough!
    In this festive class, we’ll be diving into the world of sourdough sweet treats, perfect for the holiday season.

    You’ll learn the ...

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Jar Snowglobe Make it-Take it
  • Jar Snowglobe Make it-Take it

  • Saturday,   |  1-3pm
  • Location: RiverArts 315 High Street - RiverArts 315 High Street
  • While you are out for Artwalk, stop on by to create an adorable water-free holiday snowglobe inside a jar! All supplies provided including glues, figurines, snow, ribbon, and other fun crafting essent...

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December 17

A Festive Service of Lessons & Carols
  • A Festive Service of Lessons & Carols

  • Sunday,   |  4:00 PM
  • Location: Emmanuel Church, Chester Parish - 101 N. Cross St.
  • Come celebrate Advent & Christmas with the Emmanuel Church Choir! We invite you to share in the beauty of the season by listening to festive Christmas anthems and sharing in the joy of singing Chr...

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December 18

Presentation on Advance Directives
  • Presentation on Advance Directives

  • Monday,   |  11:30 - 1:00
  • Location: Chestertown Town Hall - 2nd floor, 118 N. Cross St.
  • The event will explain the various advance directives and instructions for end-of-life care. There will be the opportunity for questions and answers from experts, according to Jeanette Jeffrey, HomePo...

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December 22

Holiday Craft Night for Adults
  • Holiday Craft Night for Adults

  • Friday,   |  5-7pm
  • Location: RiverArts 315 High Street - RiverArts 315 High Street
  • Come for a night of holiday fun and crafting! Suggested projects and instruction will be provided along with a large supply of craft supplies- or make your very own creations! Fee includes up to 3 pro...

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Holiday Craft Time for Kids
  • Holiday Craft Time for Kids

  • Friday,   |  1-3pm
  • Location: KidSpot 315 High Street - KidSpot 315 High Street
  • Kids are welcome to come and for some holiday craft fun! Suggested projects and instruction will be provided along with a large supply of craft supplies- or make your very own creations!

    Date: Fri...

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