AUGUST 2009
August 1 2009, 3PM -PG County
ShowPlace Arena-UpperMarlboro
ELG Crab Feast and Concert
Saturday, August 1, 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.- Calvert
Cruising with Pirates aboard the Wm. B. Tennison
Calvert Marine Museum
Bring your own grog and sea rations for this “high seas” adventure. Musicians provided and everyone can join in the fun.
Adults $20.
Advance registration required by Monday, July 13.
Saturday, August 8, 2009-10:00 AM – 3:00 PM -Calvert County
Village Day
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
No Fee All Ages. Visit our Indian Village to see what village life was like for the Patuxent people. We will be working on a variety of projects as the season demands: taking care of the longhouses, making and repairing the kinds of tools the Patuxent people might have used, and practicing other daily life activities and skills. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Sunday, August 9, 2009-2:00 PM – 5:00 PM Calvert County
Calvert Spinners & Weavers Demonstration & Meeting
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
No FeeMonthly membership meeting and public demonstration. Join this local group as they keep the wonderful skill of spinning and weaving alive! For information contact Valerie O'Connor, wmwolford@chesapeake.net, or Betty Seifert, bettyseifert@chesapeake.net, or call 410-586-8578.
Thursday, August 13, 2009-7:00 PM. , Calvert County
Speaker Series- From Boats to Bones: Archaeology is in the Details
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
After the Diggin is Done: Archaeological Discoveries in the Laboratory. Speaker: Silas D. Hurry, Historic St. Mary's City. A discussion on what archaeologists do with artifacts after the excavations, the research that goes into learning about material culture, and what these exciting finds tell us about the past. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Friday, August 14, 2009 at 6PM- Calvert County
PHS Marching Band Community Preview Show
Patuxent High School, Lusby, MD
Patuxent High School proudly presents the Community Preview Show on August 14, 2009 at 6PM, where the 2009 PHS Marching Band will perform their new show. This event is free and open to the public. Contact the Band Office at 410-535-7806 for further information.
Saturday, August 15-6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., Calvert County
Sunset Cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison
Calvert Marine Museum
Escape the heat and revel in the beautiful sunset over the Patuxent River. Delectable hors d’oeuvres will be served.
Adults $30.
Advance registration required by Wednesday, August 12.
Saturday, August 15, 2009- Calvert county
Basket making - Pine Needle Basket
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Learn a Native American basketry technique using long pine needles to create a basket.Ages: 14 and older Time: 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM Cost: $30 per workshop; $75 for all three (10% discount for Friends of JPPM)All supplies are included. Limit: 15 participants. Other workshop dates: 5/16- Ribbed Basket; 6/13- Nature BasketFor reservations call 410-586-8501.
Saturday, August 15, 2009-Dusk - Calvert County
Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
No Fee- Monthly meeting with short talk and night sky observations. For information call 301-602-5251 or email tom_dugan@hotmail.com.
Sunday, August 23, 2009-10:00 AM – 3:00 PM , Calvert County
Village Day
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
No Fee All Ages. Visit our Indian Village to see what village life was like for the Patuxent people. We will be working on a variety of projects as the season demands: taking care of the longhouses, making and repairing the kinds of tools the Patuxent people might have used, and practicing other daily life activities and skills. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Sunday, August 23, 2009-2:00 PM , Calvert County
Point Farm House & Garden Tour
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Ages: 10 and older Fee: $10/person, $8 Seniors (Age 55+). Join us for a guided tour of Point Farm, estate home and retreat of the late Mr. & Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. Built in 1932, this colonial Revival brick house was designed by noted female architect Gertrude Sawyer. The gardens are being faithfully restored based on the original plans by landscape architect Rose Greely. Reservations required, email jppm@mdp.state.md.us or call 410-586-8501.
Saturday, August 29, 2009- From 10 a.m. – 6:30 p.m., Calvert County
143rd Annual Calvert County Jousting Tournament
Christ Church, Port Republic, Md.
Christ Church hosts the 143rd Annual Calvert County Jousting Tournament in Port Republic, Md. Come and enjoy a colorful parade of riders from all levels at the oldest tournament of Maryland’s official state sport. Jousting starts at noon. Alternative activities to entertain the whole family will also be offered during the event including a church bazaar featuring a “Quality Corner” as well as books, baked goods, toys, plants, crafts and much more. Organ recitals and a country supper will be available throughout the day. The country supper offers fried chicken, deviled crab or ham as entrées with various sides, beverages and desserts sure to please any palate from 2:30 p.m. until 6:30 p.m. Boxed suppers will be available starting at noon and continuing until 6 p.m. The public is invited to experience this exciting piece of Maryland history. Donations will be gratefully accepted for admission to the grounds for the tournament and bazaar and all proceeds benefit Christ Church. Christ Church has long been in Calvert County’s history. The present Christ Church dates from 1772, although a log church was originally built on the grounds as early as 1672. The church is located at 3100 Broomes Island Rd. in Port Republic. For more information on the Jousting Tournament or Christ Church, visit online at www.christchurchcalvert.org, e-mail christchurch2@chesapeake.net or call 410-586-0565.
August 30 2009, 3PM -PG County
ShowPlace Arena-UpperMarlboro
Gospel Spreading Church Service
5 PM.
Sunday, August 30, 2009-11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, Calvert County
More Than Meets The Eye
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
No Fee. Explore Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum through the eyes of an archaeologist as our highly trained docents take you on a tour of the past. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
September 3-6 2009, 8am -PG County
ShowPlace Arena-UpperMarlboro
Md Horse and Pony Show
Saturday, September 5, 2009; 10:00 AM- 12:00 Noon
Making Fire
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
The ability to create and control fire is one of the things that makes us human. We will try different methods for making fire, including bow and drill, and flint and steel. No Fee. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Sunday, September 6, 2009
Village Day
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM No Fee All Ages. Visit our Indian Village to see what village life was like for the Patuxent people. We will be working on a variety of projects as the season demands: taking care of the longhouses, making and repairing the kinds of tools the Patuxent people might have used, and practicing other daily life activities and skills. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Thursday, September 10, 2009; 7:00 PM
Speaker Series- From Boats to Bones: Archaeology is in the Details
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Chesapeake: A History of Culture and Landscape Intertwined. Speaker: Justine McKnight, Archeobotanist. Explore the history of human activity in shaping the Chesapeake region and the contributions of archeobotanisical study to our understanding of past environments. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Sept 10-13, 2009, -PG County
ShowPlace Arena-UpperMarlboro
Prince George’s County Fair
Sunday, September 13
Annual Dinner Cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison
Calvert Marine Museum
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Crab cakes on the water- a venerable Southern Maryland tradition!
Adults $30.
Advance registration required by Wednesday, September 9.
Sept. 19, 2009, 1:30PM & 7:30 PM -PG County
ShowPlace Arena-UpperMarlboro
Bill Pickett Rodeo
Saturday, September 19 2009
War of 1812 Reenactment
Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
All Ages; 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM Admission Fee Come see what life would have been like on the Chesapeake in the early 1800’s! Battle reenactments, living history, live entertainment, hands-on children’s activities, and more. Call 410-586-8501 or check www.jefpat.org for more information.
Saturday, September 19
Picnic Cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison
Calvert Marine Museum
5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Bring a picnic basket along and enjoy a cruise on the Patuxent River.
Adults $15, children 12 and under $10
Advance registration required by Friday, September 18.
Saturday, September 19 2009
Tavern Night
Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum
6:00 pm – 10:00 pm Admission Fee. Join us for an evening of period music, drink, food, and fun! Happy hour, 1812-style! Call 410 586-8501 or check www.jefpat.org for more information
Sunday, September 20, 2009
Point Farm House & Garden Tour
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
2:00 PM Ages: 10 and older Fee: $10/person, $8 Seniors (Age 55+). Join us for a guided tour of Point Farm, estate home and retreat of the late Mr. & Mrs. Jefferson Patterson. Built in 1932, this colonial Revival brick house was designed by noted female architect Gertrude Sawyer. The gardens are being faithfully restored based on the original plans by landscape architect Rose Greely. Reservations required, email jppm@mdp.state.md.us or call 410-586-8501.
Sept. 26-30 2009, 8AM -PG County
ShowPlace Arena-UpperMarlboro
Capital Challenge Horse Show
Saturday, September 26, 2009
Astronomy Club of Southern Maryland- Calvert County
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Dusk No Fee Monthly meeting with short talk and night sky observations. For information call 301-602-5251 or email tom_dugan@hotmail.com
Saturday, September 26, 2009; 10:00 AM- 2:00 PM
Garden Work Day - Harvest
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Help harvest crops grown in our native garden. Collect wild plant foods. Prepare foods for winter storage. No Fee. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Saturday, September 26, 2009-10:00 AM – 3:00 PM Calvert County
Village Day
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
No Fee All Ages. Visit our Indian Village to see what village life was like for the Patuxent people. We will be working on a variety of projects as the season demands: taking care of the longhouses, making and repairing the kinds of tools the Patuxent people might have used, and practicing other daily life activities and skills. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Sunday, September 27, 2009-11:00 AM and 2:00 PM, Calvert County
More Than Meets The Eye
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
N o Fee. Explore Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum through the eyes of an archaeologist as our highly trained docents take you on a tour of the past. For additional information visit the website, www.jefpat.org, or call 410-586-8501.
Sunday, September 27, 2009-The event starts at 12 Noon, rain or shine. - St. Mary's county
A Taste of St. Mary's
Historic Leonardtown, MD
Please plan to attend the Taste of St. Mary's on Sunday September 27, 2009 on the square in Historic Leonardtown, MD. Once you have arrived you will find several local area restaurants selling samples of their finest! Entrance into the event is FREE, and children's activities, live entertainment, and historical sites will also be available to enjoy at no cost! Food tickets will be available for purchase in $1.00 denominations at the event. Parking is FREE in the public parking areas located around Leonardtown. For more information on this event please contact the Chamber of Commerce at 301-737-3001 or info@smcchamber.com
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