Mar '19 Apr '19 May '19 Jun '19 Jul '19 Aug '19 Sep '19 Oct '19 Nov '19 Dec '19 Jan '20 Feb '20 All Events Arts and Entertainment All Chestertown Rock Hall Kent County Maryland Calendar of Events- August 2018 Login to create a new event. August 1 MassoniArt presents ZEMMA MASTIN WHITE Wednesday, August 1, 2018 This event runs July 6 to August 3 Location: 203 High Street July First Friday Reception – July 6, 5-8 pm August First Friday Reception – August 3, 5-8 pm During July and August, Zemma Mastin White and Eve Stockton will be featured artists. Our... More information Collaborative Art Mural in the Style of Diego Rivera! Wednesday, August 1, 2018 | Wednesday, 3 - 4:30 pm Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street Last December we made a fantastic art mural using a variety of art mediums. This time we'll do it again with even more kinds of mediums including textures and fabrics. Sign up for this uniqu... More information August 2 RUNA at The Mainstay Thursday, August 2, 2018 | 8:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5743 Main Street $18 online $22 by phone reservation/door Quickly gaining recognition as one of Irish music’s new “super-groups,” RUNA has been enchanting audiences by pushing the boundaries of Ir... More information "Deeply Rooted" (Environmental Film) Thursday, August 2, 2018 | 7 - 9pm Location: Sumner Hall - 206 S. Queen St. The 2nd film in a Thursday night film series, sponsored by the Chestertown Environmental Committee. FREE! More information August 3 Historical Society of Kent County Friday, August 3, 2018 | 4pm Location: 301 High Street Come listen to an informative history lecture while enjoying a glass of wine! More information Mary Ellen Mabe Friday, August 3, 2018 | First Friday Reception, August 3, 2018, 5-8 pm Location: 239 High Street On Friday in August, The Artists' Gallery will present the work of Mary Ellen Mabe. Mary Ellen joined The Artists' Gallery as an exhibitor in 2017. Mary Ellen Mabe is a member of the St. ... More information Chestertown First Friday Friday, August 3, 2018 | 5 - 8pm Location: Chestertown Historic District Join us for our monthly progressive open house! Our businesses keep their doors open later so you can enjoy gallery exhibits, unique shopping, special performances, kids' activities and a variety... More information Juried Photography Show (Main Gallery) Friday, August 3, 2018 | 5pm-8pm This event runs August 3 to September 1 Location: 315 High St. Suite 106 Main Gallery. All artists are invited to submit their photographic work to the Chestertown RiverArts Annual Photography Awards Show, “The Soul of Photography,” to be on exhibit in the Mai... More information Extraordinary Journeys Friday, August 3, 2018 | 5pm-8pm This event runs August 3 to September 1 Location: 315 High St. Suite 106 Studio Gallery. Opening Reception Friday, August 3rd 5pm-8pm Curators: Marj and Tina Morani Gallery Hours: Tues-Fri (11am-5:30pm), Saturday (10am-5:30pm), Sunday (11am-3pm)... More information MassoniArt presents KEN SCHIANO Friday, August 3, 2018 This event runs August 3 to September 30 Location: 203 High Street NEW WORK August 3 – September 30 August First Friday Reception – August 3, 5-8 pm September First Friday Reception – September 7, 5-8 pm During August and September, Ken Schi... More information First Friday in Chestertown Friday, August 3, 2018 | 5 - 8pm Location: Chestertown A&E District We love a good celebration. The start of a new month is a fantastic excuse to get out and enjoy new art, wonderful shopping, little sips of wine here and there, and dinner out. First Friday is a free ... More information Steve Giordano Trio Friday, August 3, 2018 | 8:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street $18 online $20 door/by phone Steve Giordano is a world class jazz guitarist, educator and composer based in Philadelphia. The Steve Giordano Trio, is a traditional instrumental combination –... More information August 4 Betterton Day Breakfast Buffet Saturday, August 4, 2018 | 7 - 10am Location: C. Henry Price II Post 246 - 6th Ave In Betterton Betterton Day Breakfast buffet August 4 7am, to 10 am Adults $8, 7-12 $5, 6 and under free Hosted by the C. Henry Proice II Post 246 6th ve Betterton... More information "17 Men" Saturday, August 4, 2018 | 11 - 2 Saturdays This event runs August 4 to September 29 Location: Sumner Hall - 206 S. Queen St. Taken from a pocket-sized photo album from the Civil War (now on display at the African American History Museum in Washington, D.C.), this is an exhibit of 17 portraits of African American Civil War S... More information August 6 Mainstay Monday featuring Joe Holt and guests Van Williamson and Tom Anthony Monday, August 6, 2018 Location: The Mainstay - 5743 Main Street Join us for another Mainstay Monday! These eclectic evenings happen every Monday night and are hosted by our own Joe Holt at the piano, partnering with a special guest. Each week is a unique, one of a... More information August 8 Mid Shore Dance Academy Wednesday, August 8, 2018 | Wednesday 3:30 - 4:30pm Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street A special presentation from the Mid Shore Dance Academy featuring dance, costumes, and basic steps. Ages 5+ More information August 10 Pirates and Wenches Fantasy Weekend Friday, August 10, 2018 | Friday 5 pm - 10 pm; Saturday 10 am - 10 pm, Sunday 8 am - 4 This event runs August 10 to August 12 Location: Town-Wide Avast me hearties! Come by land or come by sea to the town of Rock Hall for a town-wide waterfront theme party that you won't forget! Sea Shanty Sing A Long, Rum Tasting, Decorated Dinghy Contes... More information Playmakers presents Alice in Wonderland Friday, August 10, 2018 | Friday and Saturday 7pm. Sunday 3pm. This event runs August 10 to August 12 Location: 210 High Street The final performances of our annual children's theatre camp! More information The Brandywine Zoo: LIVE ANIMAL ENCOUNTER! Friday, August 10, 2018 | Friday, 5:30 PM Location: 111-B1 N. Main Street, Galena, MD A Not To Be Missed Summer Reading Finale Event! All Ages are welcome. There probably won't be a lion at the library. Or an elephant. But there will be many creatures you can meet. And one o... More information August 11 Vineyard Walk Saturday, August 11, 2018 | 6-9pm Location: Crow Vineyard & Winery - 12441 Vansants Corner Road, Kenndyville, MD Join vineyard manager, Brandon Hoy and winemaker, Michael Zollo for a behind the scenes tour of the vineyard and winery. A glass of wine and appetizers are included in the cost of the event and a port... More information Benefit for Guys and Doll Saturday, August 11, 2018 | 8:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5743 Main Street Benefit tickets $18 online/advance, $20 phone reservation This eclectic and talented band of musicians will return to Clifden Arts Week, County Galway this coming September 13 to 21 for their sixth... More information August 12 River Arts Film Club Sunday, August 12, 2018 | 4:30 P.M. - 6:30 P.M. Location: Sumner Hall - 206 S. Queen St. "The Man Who Wasn't There" - part of the Coen Brothers film series sponsored by River Arts. More information August 13 Mainstay Mondays featuring Joe Holt and guests Holly Lane and Mike McShane Monday, August 13, 2018 | 7:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street Join us for another Mainstay Monday! These eclectic evenings happen every Monday night and are hosted by our own Joe Holt at the piano, partnering with a special guest. Each week is a unique, one of a... More information The Brandywine Zoo: LIVE ANIMAL ENCOUNTER! Monday, August 13, 2018 | Monday, 1 pm Location: 5585 Main Street, All Ages are welcome. A not to be missed Summer Reading Finale Event! There probably won't be a lion at the library. Or an elephant. But there will be many creatures you can meet. And on... More information August 15 It's the Brandywine Zoo Live Animal Encounter! Wednesday, August 15, 2018 | Wednesday 5pm & Wednesday 6pm Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street A Not To Be Missed Summer Reading Finale Event! There probably won't be a lion at the Library. Or an elephant. But there will be many creatures you can meet. And one of them might be a turt... More information August 16 Cars on High Thursday, August 16, 2018 | 6 - 8pm Location: 300 block of High Street - Downtown by Fountain Park Classic, exotic, antique and customized cars are on display in the 300 block of High Street. Come admire the rides and chat with the proud owners. This season opener features music by the popular High... More information WC-ALL Fall Showcase and 25th Anniversary Plaque Dedication Thursday, August 16, 2018 | 4 pm Location: Hotchkiss Recital Hall in Gibson Center for the Arts - Washington College Learn about the 25 courses being offered during the fall semester, as well as upcoming Learn at Lunch lectures and special events. Celebrate 25 years of WC-ALL as a commemorative plaque is unveiled. J... More information August 17 Paint Night Friday, August 17, 2018 | 6 - 8pm Location: Kent Center - 215 Scheeler Road Come join us for our SECOND SPECTACULAR PAINT NIGHT hosted by local artists extraordinaire, Arthur Lee and Eric Clark. Create a beautiful still life to proudly display in your home or office. $25 per ... More information Vintage Sailplane Rally at Massey Aerodrome Friday, August 17, 2018 | 10 am to 5 pm This event runs August 17 to August 19 Location: Massey Aerodrome - 33541 Maryland Line Rd., Massey, MD 21650 - Massey Aerodrome - 33541 Maryland Lin Vintage Sailplane Assoc. East Coast Sailplane Rally to be held at Massey on Fri., Sat. & Sun. August 17th, 18th & 19th from 10 AM to 5 PM all three days. Gliders from the 30's thru 60... More information Rock Hall Cruise Night Friday, August 17, 2018 | 5:30 until 8:30pm Location: Main Street - Main Street Cars & Trucks including Classics, Antiques, Muscle, Custom, Street Rods & Exotics will be in attendance. With "DJ Prestone" spinning the oldies from 5:30 til' 8:30. Never been h... More information August 18 Legacy Day Saturday, August 18, 2018 | 4:30 - 10:30pm Location: Bordley History Center Revel with our community in this outdoor- multi cultural celebration. Celebrating the heritage of Kent County, Legacy Day will start with a parade featuring antique cars and more. Live band with danci... More information Nasar Abadey Trio Saturday, August 18, 2018 | 8:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street Nasar Abadey $17 online and $20 door/phone reservation (Drummer) is the founder, leader and driving force of his band SUPERNOVA®. Though a bandleader for many years he has also built a solid... More information Family History Forum! Inspiration & Ideas for Researching African-American Genealogy Saturday, August 18, 2018 | Saturday, 10 am Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street KCPL is pleased to be partnering with Sumner Hall for another Legacy Day program focusing on researching African-American genealogy! This year, we will be welcoming several genealogists who will be... More information August 19 Sing a Song for Owen Sunday, August 19, 2018 | 4:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street The Mainstay misses our long-time volunteer and friend, Owen McCoy. Come to listen, sing a song, or tell a story for Owen. He loved music and developed a large repertoire of songs, especially Iris... More information August 20 Mainstay Monday featuring Joe Holt SOLO SHOW Monday, August 20, 2018 | 7:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street Join us for another Mainstay Monday! These eclectic evenings happen every Monday night and are hosted by our own Joe Holt at the piano, partnering with a special guest. Each week is a unique, one of a... More information August 21 Social Action Committee Meeting Tuesday, August 21, 2018 | 6:00 P.M. - 7:30 P.M. Location: Sumner Hall - 206 S. Queen St. Regular monthly meeting of this group formed to address issues of social inequity in our community. Newcomers welcome! More information Brushes & Bubbly at the Garfield! Tuesday, August 21, 2018 | 7pm Location: Garfield Center for the Arts - Garfield Center for the Arts, 210 High Street, Chestertown Join in the fun while painted and embellishing through texture this large 20 inch Maryland Blue Crab shape. You will be given lots of color choices and finishes as well as tools to add texture. I will... More information August 23 The Sounds of Nature- Animals, Insects, & How They Make Noise Thursday, August 23, 2018 | Thursday, 3:30pm Location: Main Meeting Room, 408 High Street Join 4-H's Beth Hill as she shares the sounds of the insect and animal world and how they are created. Ages 5+ More information August 24 Sultana Public Sails (Music Sail) Friday, August 24, 2018 | 5 - 7pm Location: 200 S. Cross Street All of the fun of a regular SULTANA trip with the added treat of hearing great music by local artist. More information River Arts Film Club Friday, August 24, 2018 | 7:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. Location: Sumner Hall - 206 S. Queen St. - Sumner Hall - 206 S. Queen St. "To Kill a Mockingbird" - part of the 60s series of movies presented to the River Arts Film Club. More information To Kill a Mockingbird Film Screening Friday, August 24, 2018 | 7:00 PM Location: Sumner Hall - 206 N Queen St This critically acclaimed, classic trial film burst onto the scene in 1962, revealing ugly truths at a time when Civil Rights activists and students were challenging segregation in the South. The stor... More information August 25 Sultana Public Sails Saturday, August 25, 2018 | 2 - 4pm Location: 200 S. Cross Street Departing and returning from SULTANA’s home port of historic Chestertown (and occasionally other ports around the Chesapeake), SULTANA’s two-hour public sails are a great way to sail the C... More information Sultana Public Sails (Ecology) Saturday, August 25, 2018 | 11am - 1pm Location: 200 S. Cross Street Departing and returning from SULTANA’s home port of historic Chestertown (and occasionally other ports around the Chesapeake), SULTANA’s two-hour public sails are a great way to sail the C... More information Reggie Harris Saturday, August 25, 2018 | 8:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street $18 online, $22 phone reservation/door Reggie Harris is a musician, storyteller and educator who has been a vibrant force in musical, educational and historical circles for over 35 years. A well... More information AYCE Taco Bar Saturday, August 25, 2018 | 4:30pm to 7 pm Location: C. Henry Price II Post 246 - 6th Ave In Betterton AYCE build your own taco Bar Aug 25 4:30 to 7 pm Hard and soft Tacos Beef and chicken and all the fixins Rice and beens variety of desserts tea, lemonade, coffe, and water... More information Brad Chaires Live! A Concert Tribute to the Rat Pack Saturday, August 25, 2018 | 7pm, Location: Garfield Center for the Arts - Garfield Center for the Arts, 210 High Street, Chestertown Local performer, Brad Chaires will be taking to the Garfield stage on August 25th at 7pm. Usually seen on stage in many of the Garfield’s plays, Chaires, 24, will be delighting the audience with... More information August 26 AUDITIONS – Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol Sunday, August 26, 2018 This event runs August 26 to August 30 Location: Garfield Center for the Arts - Garfield Center for the Arts, 210 High Street, Chestertown Tiny Tim’s Christmas Carol by Tim Ludwig directed by Bonnie Hill AUDITION DATES: Sunday, Aug 26 @ 2pm Tuesday, Aug 28 @ 6pm Thursday, Aug 30 @ 6pm PERFORMANCE DATES: TWO WEEKENDS: N... More information August 27 Mainstay Monday featuring Joe and guest Eddie Sherman and Peggy Raley Monday, August 27, 2018 | 7:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street - The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street Join us for another Mainstay Monday! These eclectic evenings happen every Monday night and are hosted by our own Joe Holt at the piano, partnering with a special guest. Each week is a unique, one of a... More information 1950's "Sock Hop" at MusicLife Monday, August 27, 2018 | 6:30PM Location: MusicLife - 241 High Street MusicLife will host a "Sock Hop" to revive the great pop/rock music of the 1950's on Monday, August 27, 2018, at 6:30. This event marks the first in a series of “era based” ... More information August 29 Open Mic Nigth at the Garfield Wednesday, August 29, 2018 | 7:30 pm Location: Garfield Center for the Arts - Garfield Center for the Arts, 210 High Street, Chestertown Open Mic Night with Ford Schumann at the Garfield Center For the Arts at the Prince Theatre! Play music on your own or with a band, read some poetry, do a stand-up routine. The options are limitles... More information August 31 The Bumper Jacksons Friday, August 31, 2018 | 8:00 PM Location: The Mainstay - 5753 Main Street Tickets are $20 online and $25 by phone reservation and at the door. Bumper Jacksons are hot and sweet, painting America's story from the streets of New Orleans to Appalachian hollers. Unafrai... More information
