Annapolis Jaycees – Annual Holiday Hanging of the Greens Project (Annapolis)

Annapolis Jaycees – Annual Holiday Hanging of the Greens Project (Annapolis)

Volunteers are needed for Hanging of the Greens in downtown Annapolis from 8 am-3 pm on Sat., Dec. 5 2009. Volunteers will work in teams of 5-10 on assigned sections of buildings to wrap Christmas lights around greenery and hang the greens/lights along with wreaths and ribbons. Volunteers are encouraged to bring wire cutters, ladders, and pickup trucks. Breakfast and a mid-day lunch will be provided. The Jaycees will also light the city of Annapolis Christmas Tree on Sun., Nov. 29th at 6 pm. Setup starts at 3pm Concession sales start around 5:30pm, program starts at 6pm with tree lighting sometime between 6:45pm-7:00pm. See Web site: www.annapolisjaycees.org.

Heave Ho | Annapolis Events Guide

Heave Ho! | Chesapeake Event Highlight

In an exciting display of brute strength, Tug of War XII, on November 7th, pits Annapolis teams against those from the Maritime Republic of Eastport on either ends of the 1,700′ tournament rope, stretched across the Spa Creek harbor (a.k.a. Gulf of Eastport) in Annapolis. It’s a locals’ party and everyone is invited to witness the blood, sweats, tears, and mostly laughs along the way. For complete tug details visit TheMRE.org.

Superhero Celebration | Baltimore Comic-Con

Superhero Celebration – Baltimore Comic-Con

Batman, Superman, Spider-Man, X-Men; yup, all the men will be there. And let’s not forget the ladies; Wonder Woman, Ms. Marvel, Storm, and all their friends will be in town as well, for the 10th Annual Baltimore Comic-Con at the Baltimore Convention Center. Hundreds of comic book fans, vendors, exhibitors, writers, illustrators, and industry gurus will descend to the Inner Harbor on October 10th and 11th for this fantastic fantasy event. 410-547-SEAT or baltimorecomiccon.com.

Treasure Hunt

What gem will you find at Maryland’s largest antiques show?
Featuring over 550 international antique exhibitors from the U.S., Canada, England, France, Italy, Germany, South America, and Asia, the 29th annual Baltimore Summer Antiques Show is the place to be to seek antiques. At the Baltimore Convention Center at the Inner Harbor over four days, September 3–6. For information call 410-649-7000 or visit baltimoresummerantiques.com.

Merrily See and Merrily Do

33rd season of Maryland Renaissance Festival kicks off this month.

Transport thyself to the year 1543 in Revel Grove, England where merriment abounds. The 2009 Maryland Renaissance Festival begins August 29th–30th and continues each weekend through October. Held at the nation’s second largest Renaissance fairgrounds in Crownsville, the event authentic entertainment, vending, games, delicious food and drink, and adventure for the entire family. Call 1-800-296-7304 or visit RennFest.com for more information.

Annual Carnival & 4th of July Celebration | Annapolis

Wednesday, July 01, 2009 – Sunday, July 05, 2009

Description: The Annual CARNIVAL and 4th of JULY CELEBRATION is sponsored by Easton Main Street in partnership with the Avalon Foundation. The carnival grounds are located off Marlboro Road extended, behind the TARGET Store in Waterside Village. The 2009 Carnival runs from Tuesday, June 30th through Sunday July 5th. Super rides and carnival food, games and prizes. One price bracelet nights are available Tuesday through Friday; $2.00 off coupons will be available at locations to be announced.

Carnival Hours of Operation: Tuesday, June 30 6pm – 11pm Wednesday, July 1 6pm – 11pm Thursday, July 2 6pm – 11pm Friday, July 3 6pm – 11pm Saturday, July 4 4pm – 11pm Sunday, July 5 4pm – 11pm Saturday, July 4th Celebration – Join friends and family for this annual tradition of community and patriotism. Carnival in full swing from 4pm, as well as local vendors and organizations with food and information. Short program to honor vets and service people, and two bands on stage. Plenty of free parking in the area. No drugs or alcohol allowed. Please have a safe holiday!

For days leading up to and including the 4th of July and July 5th, Easton Main Street presents a Carnival – the major fund-raiser for the next year’s fireworks. Rides for all ages, games of chance, and special rates for tickets attract thousands to the evenings of excitement. On the 4th of July itself, the traditional Independence Day Celebration is a major community event. Local non-profit groups provide concession food booths, an annual fundraiser. Several musical acts are presented on stage, as well as a patriotic program to honor veterans. At dusk, the Mid-Shore’s finest Fireworks display lights up Easton. FreeLocation:Carnival Grounds off Marlboro Rd., behind Target Store in Waterside Village

EastonTime(s):Tues.-Fri., 6-11 p.m.; Sat. & Sun., 4-11 p.m.Phone:410-820-8822

Website: http://www.eastonmainstreet.com/event_independence_day.html

Disco Days & Boogie Nights | Annapolis Events

Friday, May 29, 2009

Disco Days & Boogie Nights

The BSO SuperPops and Jack Everly take you back to the groovy ’70s. From the disco dance grooves of the Bee Gees to the anthems of Gloria Gaynor, this unforgettable concert experience will have you dusting off those platform shoes!. At The Meyerhoff, Baltimore. Fri. & Sat. 8pm, Sun. 3pm. $20-$60. 410-783-8100.

Annapolis Events | Food & Wine Festival

Celebrate the Good Life
Awaken your palate and celebrate culinary genius at this epicurean festival.

The St. Michaels Food & Wine Festival will welcome gourmands April 24–26 at the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum in St. Michaels. National and local celebrity chefs and sommeliers will share expert insight at this annual favorite, which includes wine tastings, delicious food, live entertainment, and more. 443-205-2185 or Stmichaelsfoodandwinefestival.com.

Annapolis Maryland Events Guide – Anime and Hamza Free Concert Live The Kennedy Center Washington D.C.

Award-winning Tunisian brothers, oud player Amine and qanun player Hamza M’Raihi play classical Middle Eastern music, as well as their own compositions. 

Location: Millennium Stage at the Kennedy Center Washington, D.C.

Time(s): 6 p.m.

Price: Free

Phone: (800) 444-1324

Website: http://www.kennedy-center.org

Annapolis Events Guide – Performing Arts Celebration of Black History Month Arnold Maryland

Feb. 20 – 8-9:30 p.m. “Performing Arts Celebration of Black History Month,” a collaborative presentation of African dance, music and theater talent featuring the AACC Gospel Choir, students, faculty and community members; Pascal Center for Performing Arts, AACC Arnold campus, 101 College Parkway; $20 general admission, $12 for senior citizens, groups, AACC employees and students other than AACC students, $5 for AACC students; 410-777-2457; www.aacc.edu/performingarts

Location: Pascal Center for Performing Arts AACC Campus Arnold

Time(s): 8-9:30 p.m.

Price: $5/12/20

Phone: (410) 777-2457

Website: http://www.aacc.edu