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Kent County Maryland Calendar of Events- September 2024


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September 3

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

  • Tuesday,   |  6:00pm - 8:00pm
  • Location: Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd
  • The Brampton Inn invites visitors to catch the sunset aboard the Chester River Packet, a 1920’s-style, touring yacht. This immersive experience allows guests to mingle and unwind on a serene two...

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September 5

Pub Nite at The Mainstay
  • Pub Nite at The Mainstay

  • Thursday,   |  5:00 pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • Come join the Mainstay on Thursday evenings for some Live Music on the back deck (weather permitting, may be moved inside). There is no admission charge....

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WC Film Series/ Problemista
  • WC Film Series/ Problemista

  • Thursday,   |  7pm
  • Location: Litrenta - Washington College
  • Please join us for the Washington College Film Series! There's year's theme is "The Creative Life," and in September we'll be watching Problemista (2023).

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September 6

  • Nest Alchemy

  • Friday,   |  Open First Fridays from 4:30 pm to 7:30 pm; Saturdays from 9am-12pm.
  • Location: MuSE: A Community Museum - 485 S. Cannon Street. Chestertown, MD 21620
  • Nest Alchemy investigates birds' nest throughout the four seasons and revels in the architectural wonders of the avian species.

    Nest Alchemy is a thought-provoking series created by Deirdre Mu...

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Ronnie Leigh at The Mainstay
  • Ronnie Leigh at The Mainstay

  • Friday,   |  8:00pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street - The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • Once upon a time the Mainstay planned a concert aboard The Packet Boat. But 100° temps cancelled the cruise. Our guests followed us back to the Mainstay. After the show someone exclaimed, &ld...

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Bollywood Bash!
  • Bollywood Bash!

  • Friday,   |  5pm
  • Location: TwoTen - 210 S Cross St
  • You are invited to a Bollywood Bash, First Friday Sept 6, from 5-8pm. Sample traditional Indian cuisine, sweets, and mocktails! Come hungry, and come ready to dance! Classic Indian outfits encouraged...

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September 7

28th Annual Chestertown Jazz Festival Presents Jazz by the River
  • 28th Annual Chestertown Jazz Festival Presents Jazz by the River

  • Saturday,   |  12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
  • Location: Wilmer Park - 413 S Cross Street Chestertown MD
  • 28th Annual Chestertown Jazz Festival Presents
    Jazz by the River in Wilmer Park
    Saturday, September 7, 2024
    12pm noon to 5pm

    JAZZ FEST TICKETS
    Early Bird Tickets $40
    Door Tickets $50
    Under 21...

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Sixth Annual Charlie Joiner Memorial Decoy Show
  • Sixth Annual Charlie Joiner Memorial Decoy Show

  • Saturday,   |  9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
  • Location: Galena Volunteer Fire Company - 90 E. Cross Street, Galena, MD 21635
  • Join us for the Sixth Annual Charlie Joiner Memorial Decoy Show. Featuring: Decoys, fishing lures, shell boxes, fishing and hunting licenses, oyster cans and much more!

    Proceeds benefit "Cha...

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September 8

Brampton 1860 Open House
  • Brampton 1860 Open House

  • Sunday,   |  12:00pm - 2:30pm
  • Location: Brampton 1860 - 25227 Chestertown Rd, Chestertown MD 21620 - Brampton 1860 - 25227 Chestertown Rd, Chestertown MD 21620
  • Explore the historic charm of Brampton 1860 a boutique hotel. This is a unique opportunity to experience the beauty of this iconic location. Discover its rich history. Learn about the events held on p...

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September 10

  • Cameron Awkward-Rich Reads From His Poetry

  • Tuesday,   |  6:00PM
  • Location: Rose O'Neill Literary House - Enclosed Porch
  • Cameron Awkward-Rich is the author of two collections of poetry: Sympathetic Little Monster (Ricochet Editions, 2016) and Dispatch (Persea Books, 2019). His creative work has been supported by fellows...

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  • Twofer Tuesdays

  • Tuesday,   |  4-8 PM
  • Location: Deep Blue at Kitty Knight - 14028 Augustine Herman Highway, Galena, MD 21635 - Deep Blue at Kitty Knight - 14028 Augustine Herman Highway, Galena, MD 21635
  • Grab a friend and dive into Twofer Tuesdays! 🍔🎉 Enjoy two delicious handhelds for $25 from 4 to 8 p.m. every Tuesday. Don’t miss out! Every Tuesday through December 31st....

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September 11

Open Mic Night at The Mainstay
  • Open Mic Night at The Mainstay

  • Wednesday,   |  7:00pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • The call goes out to that diverse, roving tribe of local artsy gypsies who want a place to perform before a live audience. Bring your mandolin, your flute, your squeezebox, or your washboard. The...

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September 12

Mini Chesapeake Film Festival
  • Mini Chesapeake Film Festival

  • Thursday,   |  4–6pm, 7–9pm
  • Location: Garfield Center for the Arts - 210 High Street, Chestertown, MD, 21620
  • The Chesapeake Film Festival and ShoreRivers invite you to a mini-festival of environmental films on September 12 at the Garfield Center in Chestertown, MD.

    The one-day festival, co-sponsored by CF...

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Pub Nite at The Mainstay
  • Pub Nite at The Mainstay

  • Thursday,   |  5:00 pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • Come join the Mainstay on Thursday evenings for some Live Music on the back deck (weather permitting, may be moved inside). There is no admission charge....

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September 13

  • Emmanuel Episcopal Church Concert Series

  • Friday,   |  7pm
  • Location: Emmanuel Episcopal Church - next to the Chestertown Fountain Parkl
  • Mickey Thomas Terry, organist, is the master instructor, Howard University Department of Music, Washington, D.C, and organist at the Fairfax Presbyterian Church, Virginia.

    The program will be follo...

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  • That's The Spirit!

  • Friday,   |  6-9pm
  • Location: Kitty Knight House - Georgetown, MD
  • A dinner on Friday, Sep. 13, 6-9pm, to benefit United Way of Kent County will feature Psychic Medium Andrea Cox and a special three-course locally sourced meal prepared by celebrity chef Robbie Jester...

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September 14

Chestertown A&E Fall Art Walk
  • Chestertown A&E Fall 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, at a Pop-Up Gallery. Live music will also be...

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  • Show Your Wheels Car Show

  • Saturday,   |  9 am
  • Location: Rock Hall Yacht Club - 22759 McKinleyville Rd
  • Show Your Wheels Car Show
    Trophies!Trophies!!Trophies!
    Best American,Foreign, Cars,Trucks Motorcycles
    Trophies awarded by popular ballot.

    The club is open for food and beverages Phat Daddys food...

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Galena Vendors Fair
  • Galena Vendors Fair

  • Saturday,   |  10am-2pm
  • Location: 116 N. Main Street, Galena, MD, United States, Maryland
  • Monthly Vendor Fair in Galena, Maryland. Second Saturday of month from April-Sept, with exception of May.

    If interested in becoming a vendor please email jnovak@townofgalena.com for more informati...

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Fermented Dairy: Butter, Kefir, & Yogurt Cooking Class
  • Fermented Dairy: Butter, Kefir, & Yogurt Cooking Class

  • Saturday,   |  10:00am
  • Location: Modern Stone Age Kitchen - 236 Cannon Street
  • 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 fe...

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MassoniArt presents On Beauty
  • MassoniArt presents On Beauty

  • Saturday,
  • This event runs September 14 to October 19
  • Location: MassoniArt - 203 High Street & 113 Cross Street - MassoniArt - 203 High Street & 113 Cross Street
  • ON BEAUTY
    September 14 - October 19, 2024

    Saturday Open House - September 14, 11-2 pm
    October First Friday - October 4, 5-7 pm

    Cross Street and High Street galleries

    Please email or call Ca...

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Hispanic Heritage Month KICK OFF
  • Hispanic Heritage Month KICK OFF

  • Saturday,   |  4 pm to 7 pm
  • Location: Raimond Cultural Center - 101 Spring Avenue
  • Join KCA, KCLMB and EñE as we celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month - with a kick off event featuring Taste of Latino foods and a Student Art show.

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Story Time at the Creek
  • Story Time at the Creek

  • Saturday,   |  10:00 a.m.
  • Location: Radcliffe Creek School - 201 Talbot Blvd - Radcliffe Creek School - 201 Talbot Blvd
  • Radcliffe Creek School’s literacy teachers have curated a selection of books and activities for students 5 and under. For the past 28 years, Radcliffe has been a leader in serving students with ...

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September 15

Cheesemaking Class
  • Cheesemaking Class

  • Sunday,   |  10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Location: Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - Modern Stone Age Kitchen- 236 Cannon Street
  • Who wants to make Mozz?
    Come join Dr. Bill where he’ll walk you step-by-step through the process of making stretched curd cheeses (mozzarella & ricotta).

    The class will transform milk in...

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September 16

Fearless Applique with Betty Dietz
  • Fearless Applique with Betty Dietz

  • Monday,   |  1:00-4:00pm
  • This event runs September 16 to September 17
  • Location: Chestertown RiverArts Classroom - 315 High Street, Suite 106 - Chestertown RiverArts Classroom - 315 High Street, Suite 106
  • With the many methods of applique that you will learn in this class you are sure to find at least one method to overcome your fear of applique. You will learn four different hand applique methods: tra...

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September 17

Book Discussion: Rivers of the Eastern Shore (Chester and Sassafras Session)
  • Book Discussion: Rivers of the Eastern Shore (Chester and Sassafras Session)

  • Tuesday,   |  2–4pm
  • Location: Emmanuel Episcopal Church - 101 North Cross Street Chestertown, MD, 21620
  • Join ShoreRivers and the Historical Society of Kent County for an immersive journey into the history of Maryland's Eastern Shore, as we explore how its rivers shape our way of life then, now, and...

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Brampton Dining Under the Stars
  • Brampton Dining Under the Stars

  • Tuesday,   |  5:30pm-8:30pm
  • Location: Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd
  • Dining Under the Stars offers a captivating night open-air dining experiences set amidst the historic charm of the country estate of Brampton 1860. Occasions Catering crafts indulgent multi-course mea...

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Welcome New Kohl Gallery Director and Curator
  • Welcome New Kohl Gallery Director and Curator

  • Tuesday,   |  4:30PM
  • Location: Rose O'Neill Literary House - Enclosed Porch
  • Rob Blackson has extensive curatorial experience. He was Director of Exhibitions at Temple Contemporary at Temple University's Tyler School of Art since 2011. In 2012, Blackson became an Andy War...

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September 19

Girls' Night Out on the River Packet
  • Girls' Night Out on the River Packet

  • Thursday,   |  6:00 - 8:00 pm
  • Location: River Packet - High Street Town Dock
  • Ladies' Night on the Chester River! Gather your friends/family for a fun evening with food and drinks aboard the River Packet. Reservations are required - click the link for more information and ...

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Cars on High
  • Cars on High

  • Thursday,   |  6pm-8pm
  • Location: 300 Block of High Street
  • Come show off your favorite car or marvel at other people's pride and joy. This event does not require registration and is free and open to the public....

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Pub Nite at The Mainstay
  • Pub Nite at The Mainstay

  • Thursday,   |  5:00 pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • Come join the Mainstay on Thursday evenings for some Live Music on the back deck (weather permitting, may be moved inside). There is no admission charge....

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September 20

Maryland Outdoors Festival
  • Maryland Outdoors Festival

  • Friday,   |  All Day
  • This event runs September 20 to September 22
  • Location: Molly's Place Sporting Goods - 12503 Augustine Herman Hwy, Kennedyville, MD 21645
  • Join us September 20th-22nd as the Maryland Outdoors Festival, formerly Molly's Anniversary Tent Sale, returns bigger and better than ever! In keeping with tradition, our massive tent will be fil...

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September 21

The Art of Sourdough Mother
  • The Art of Sourdough Mother

  • Saturday,   |  9:00am - 12:00pm
  • Location: Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - 236 Cannon Street
  • Learn how to start, maintain, feed, and cook with sourdough mother. Our mother is the backbone of our Rise line of sourdough products and allows us to cook everything from bread to crackers to waffles...

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RIVER CITY BREW FEST
  • RIVER CITY BREW FEST

  • Saturday,   |  4 PM - 7 PM
  • Location: Foot of High Street
  • Come join us for the first annual River City Brew Fest for a day filled with fantastic brews, delicious food, and great company to benefit the Chestertown Volunteer Fire Company! This event is a beer ...

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Soul Jazz at The Mainstay
  • Soul Jazz at The Mainstay

  • Saturday,   |  8:00pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • Local drummer, bandleader Greg Burrows presents another of his fun and exciting Soul Jazz shows, with the bluesy vocal stylings of his special guest Vaneese Thomas. Burrows has brought his “Soul...

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BECOMING OTHELLO: A Black Girl's Journey
  • BECOMING OTHELLO: A Black Girl's Journey

  • Saturday,   |  7:30 pm
  • Location: Garfield Theater - 210 High Street
  • Join us for a ONE NIGHT ONLY event written and performed by Debra Ann Byrd, founder of Harlem Shakespeare Theater.

    Some mature content - PG 13.

    Tickets are only $10 and can be ordered directcly ...

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September 22

Elegant Afternoon Tea at Brampton Inn
  • Elegant Afternoon Tea at Brampton Inn

  • Sunday,   |  2:00pm - 3:30pm
  • Location: Brampton Inn - 25227 Chestertown Rd, Chestertown MD 21620
  • Join us for an exquisite afternoon filled with charm and indulgence at Brampton Inn. Indulge in a delightful selection of finest teas and delectable treats that will transport you to a world of refine...

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Sourdough Bread Class
  • Sourdough Bread Class

  • Sunday,   |  10:00am - 1:00pm
  • Location: Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - Modern Stone Age Kitchen- 236 Cannon Street
  • Join Dr. Bill Schindler at the Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd floor of Modern Stone Age Kitchen) for a start to finish approach to baking hand-built, real, traditional long-fermented sourdough bread.

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William Feasley at The Mainstay
  • William Feasley at The Mainstay

  • Sunday,   |  4:00pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • William Feasley was the first classical guitarist to win the Peabody Conservatory’s coveted Artist Diploma. He is the recipient of the PanHellenic Guitar Competition in Athens, the Baltimore Cha...

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September 23

One Maryland One Book Discussion of What Storm, What Thunder
  • One Maryland One Book Discussion of What Storm, What Thunder

  • Monday,   |  2:00pm
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • Join us for a discussion of the 2024 One Maryland One Book selection, What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J.C. Chancy.

    Free copies of the book are available at all KCPL locations while supplies last...

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September 26

Pub Nite at The Mainstay
  • Pub Nite at The Mainstay

  • Thursday,   |  5:00 pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • Come join the Mainstay on Thursday evenings for some Live Music on the back deck (weather permitting, may be moved inside). There is no admission charge....

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Concert Series: Korea & US Friendship Concert
  • Concert Series: Korea & US Friendship Concert

  • Thursday,   |  7:30
  • Location: Gibson Center for the Arts - Hotchkiss Recital Hall
  • The Concert Series presents an unforgettable evening celebrating the rich heritage of Korean traditional music. Korean musicians, members of Sinakhoi (ì‹ ì•…&iacu...

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September 28

Waterman's Triathlon
  • Waterman's Triathlon

  • Saturday,   |  8am
  • This event runs September 28 to September 29
  • Location: Rock Hall Landing Marina - Rock Hall, MD
  • The Waterman’s Triathlons are nestled on the edge of the Eastern Shore of Maryland in picturesque Rock Hall, MD. Just 18 miles from Baltimore “as the fish swims” (put your bike rack ...

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Croissants & Such
  • Croissants & Such

  • Saturday,   |  9:00am - 12:00pm
  • Location: Eastern Shore Food Lab (2nd Floor) - Modern Stone Age Kitchen- 236 Cannon Street
  • 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 mos...

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The Jacob Jolliff Band at The Mainstay
  • The Jacob Jolliff Band at The Mainstay

  • Saturday,   |  8:00pm
  • Location: The Mainstay - 5753 N. Main Street
  • Jacob Joliff is one of the current popular “progressive bluegrass” genre’s top mandolinists and a sought-after collaborator. He is an alumnus of the celebrated bands Joy Kills Sorro...

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Prepare Yourself for the Next Disaster! A One Maryland One Book Program
  • Prepare Yourself for the Next Disaster! A One Maryland One Book Program

  • Saturday,   |  11:00am
  • Location: Kent County Public Library - Chestertown Branch - 408 High Street, Chestertown
  • In the 2024 One Maryland One Book selection, What Storm, What Thunder by Myriam J.A. Chancy, characters experience the aftermath of the devastating 2011 earthquake that shook the capital of Haiti, Por...

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