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October 2011

Oct. - Nov. (Saturdays) - Guided Walks at Adkins Arboretum. Walk through the Arboretum forest & meadows. Free for members, free w/admission for general public. 11am at Visitor’s Center; lasts approx. 1 hour. 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.634.2847, ext. 0, www.adkinsarboretum.org.

Through Dec. - Calvert Marine Museum & Patuxent Small Craft Guild present “Build a Boat by Appointment.” Learn how to build a 16-foot wooden canoe. Choose 2 consecutive Saturdays. 9am-4:30pm. No experience necessary. Fee: $600/members, $650/non-members. Financial assistance available to qualified applicants. 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info/scheduling: Contact George Surgent at 410.586.2700 or gsurgent@comcast.net.

Oct. 1 - Dueling Brushes. Plein air artists participate in a “quick draw” event. 9am-noon. Judging at City Dock at noon. Info/registration: paintannapolis.com.

Oct. 1- Oktoberfest Fundraising Event. Live polka band & all-you-can eat German buffet, dancing & silent auction. Kent Island American Legion Post 278, 800 Romancoake Rd, Stevensville. Doors open 5:30 pm, tix: $15/person. Info: chesapeakecommunityband.org or 410.703.0755

Oct. 1- AACHS Fall Book Sale. Held at Glen Burnie Improvement Association, next to the Kuethe Library. Contact Jack Wisthoff at 410.255.7777 for more info.

Oct. 1 - Chestertown Historic House Tour presented by Historical Society of Kent County. Self-guided of houses in Chestertown’s Historic District. 1-5pm. Tix: $25/adults (advance), $30/adults (day of tour). Discount for groups of 25+ w/advance ticket purchase. Info/tickets: 410.778.3499, kentcountyhistory.org.

Oct. 1 - Antique Tractor Pull. Noon. Admission: $5. FREE parking. Rain date: 10/3. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Rt. 178, Crownsville. Info: 410.923.3400, aacountyfair.org.

Oct. 1 - Pirates, Rum & Reggae Cruise. Caribbean-inspired night on the Severn River. Costumes welcome. Cash bar & food available for $. Departs Annapolis City Dock 8pm. Tix: $40/person – includes 1 rum punch. Reserve/Info: 410.268.7601, watermarkspecialevents.com.

Oct. 1 - Tails & Trails Dog Walk at Adkins Arboretum. Celebrate dog ownership & help raise money for homeless animals. 10am-2pm. Proceeds benefit animals served by Caroline County Humane Society. 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.820.1600, carolinehumane.org.

Oct. 1 - Annual Faith Fest in St. Michaels. Theme: “Walking in the Light.” Participants incl. Christian-based organizations, churches, musical groups, biblical re-enactors, Christian vendors & more. Event T-shirts, memorabilia & local food available. 10am-4pm. FREE. Talbot St. & in & around Muskrat Park, St. Michaels. Info: 866.744.7287. http://stmichaelsfaithfest.org/

Oct. 1 - Dueling Brushes. Plein air artists participate in a “quick draw” event. 9am-noon. Judging at City Dock at noon. Info/registration: paintannapolis.com.

Oct. 1- AACHS Fall Book Sale. Held at Glen Burnie Improvement Association, next to the Kuethe Library. Contact Jack Wisthoff at 410.255.7777 for more info.

Oct. 1 - Pirates, Rum & Reggae Cruise. Caribbean-inspired night on the Severn River. Costumes welcome. Cash bar & food available for $. Departs Annapolis City Dock 8pm. Tix: $40/person – includes 1 rum punch. Reserve/Info: 410.268.7601, watermarkspecialevents.com.

Oct.1 - 2 – Fall Craft Festival. 10/1, 9:30am – 5pm; 10/2, 9:30am – 3pm. Crafts by local artists, children’s activities, talent contest, pumpkin sale, scarecrow making. FREE admission & parking. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Rt. 178, Crownsville. Info: 410.923.3400, aacountyfair.org.

Oct. 1 - 2- “Maritime Images of Neill Slaughter.” Presented by Annapolis Maritime Museum. Paintings in oil, acrylic & watercolor inspired by the sea & shore. FREE, 12-4pm. Info: aamaritime.org

Oct. 1 - 2- She-Sale Consignment Event. For ladies, juniors & home décor. Held at “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center at Truxton Park (Auxiliary Gym), 273 Hilltop Lane, Annapolis. Info: shesaleconsignment.com.

Oct. 1- 2 - 9th Mid-Atlantic Small Craft Festival- Held at Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. 10am-5pm. Includes maritime demos & boat-building workshops w/ music & refreshments. Free for members & children 5 & under. $13/adult, $10/senior, $6/children 6-17. Info: cbmm.org/mascf

Oct. 1- 2 - Fall Craft Festival. Handmade crafts by local artists. Sat. 9:30am-5pm; Sun. 9:30am-3pm. Rain or shine. FREE admission & parking. AA County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Rt. 178, Crownsville. Info: 410.923.3400, aacountyfair.org.

Oct. 1 & 2 - Riverside WineFest at Sotterley. Wine tastings, demos, exhibits, live music, children's activities, artisan vendors, tours, food & more. Noon-6pm. Tix: $20/advance (prior to 9/23), $25/at gate, $15/designated drivers, $5/ages 6-20, FREE/children under 6. Sotterley Plantation, 44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood. Info: 301.373.2280, sotterley.org.

Oct. 1 - 8 - Colonial Players presents “The Unexpected Guest.” Thurs., Fri., Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm. Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors (65 & over), $15/students (w/ID). 108 East St., Annapolis. Info: 410.268.7373, cplayers.com.

Oct. 1 - 9- The Maryland Federation of Arts Presents The Fall Show. Variety of media. FREE. Held in the Main Gallery located at 18 State Circle, Annapolis. Open Tues-Sun, 11am- 5pm. Info: 410. 286. 4566 or visit mdfedart.org

Oct. 1 - 9 - McBride Gallery presents 4th Annual “The Best of the Chesapeake.” Group show. Maritime-themed exhibit w/ historic scenes on Chesapeake Bay. Artists Reception: 9/18, 1-4pm. McBride Gallery, 215 Main St., Annapolis. Info: 410.267.7077, mcbridegallery.com.

Oct. 1 - 30- Greenstreet Garden’s Fall Festival. Cow train, hay wagon ride, corn maze & much more. 11am-4pm. 391 West Bay Front Road, Lothian. Info: greenstreetgardens.com or 410.867.9300 ext. 202

Oct. 1 - 30- MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “MAPAPA Paint Annapolis Exhibit.” Paintings by members of the Mid-Atlantic Plein Air Painters Assn. created as part of Paint Annapolis. Alcove Gallery. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 1 - 30- “Farmers, Patriots & Traitors; Southern Maryland & the War of 1812.” Every Sat. & Sun. at Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. 1015 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. Info: jefpat.org or 410. 586.8501

Oct. 1 - 30 - MHCA presents 10th Anniversary Gallery Exhibit: “Paint Annapolis.” Juried group exhibit w/ plein air paintings of Annapolis. Chaney & Martino Galleries. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 1 - Oct. 30 - MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “Paint Annapolis High School Competition.” Paintings by area high school & Bates Performing & Visual Arts Magnet School students who participated in Paint Annapolis. Hallway Galleries. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 1 - 30- MHCA presents Gallery Exhibit: “MAPAPA Paint Annapolis Exhibit.” Paintings by members of the Mid-Atlantic Plein Air Painters Assn. created as part of Paint Annapolis. Alcove Gallery. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 1 - 31 (Fri. & Sat.) - Haunted Ghost Tours. Colonial-attired guides lead & share tales by candlelight of the spirits who dwell in Annapolis’ 18th-century buildings. 7:30-9pm. Departs Info Booth at Annapolis City Dock. Tix: $20/adults, $14/children ages 3-11. Reserve/Info: 410.268.7601, watermarkspecialevents.com.

Oct. 1 – 30 – Exhibit “Farmers, Patriots, and Traitors: Southern Maryland” presented by Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum. Sat. 10am – 4pm & Sun. 1 – 4pm. 10515 Mackall Rd., St. Leonard. 410.586.8501 or jefpat.org.

Oct. 1-2, 8-9, 15-16, 22-23 - Maryland Renaissance Festival. Region's premier outdoor event & 2nd largest Renaissance festival in the country. Food, fine crafts, fun & frivolity. 10am-7pm. Rain or shine. Tix: $19/adults, $16/seniors (62+), $9/children ages 7-15, FREE/children under 6. Revel Grove, Crownsville. Info: 800.296.7304, rennfest.com.

Oct. 1 – Nov. 6 – The Bay Theatre presents, “Wit.” The shows uses humor and verbal swordplay to present a woman coping with her life’s greatest challenge. Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 8pm; Sun., 2pm. Tickets: Thursday/$35, Friday/$40, Saturday & Sunday/$45 (65+ senior $40), opening night/$55 (includes Reception with Cast). Bay Theatre Company, 275 West St., Annapolis. Info.: baytheatre.org

Through Oct. 2- “Maritime Images of Neill Slaughter.” Presented by Annapolis Maritime Museum. Paintings in oil, acrylic & watercolor inspired by the sea & shore. FREE, 12-4pm. Info: aamaritime.org

Oct. 2 - Planned Parenthood of Maryland (PPM) invites you to hop aboard the MV Catherine Marie at the Annapolis City Dock an exclusive gathering in support of PPM with a private performance by folk musician, Susan Werner.Werner has toured the nation with acts such as Richard Thompson, Keb Mo and Joan Armatrading, and was featured in a 1998 Peter, Paul and Mary PBS television special as one of the best of the next generation of folk songwriters. Evening of music, food, and camaraderie benefiting reproductive healthcare in Maryland. Tickets are available for purchase here. The MV Catherine Marie will begin boarding at the Annapolis City Dock (1 Dock St.) at 4:45pm and will cruise until approximately 7:15pm. Heavy hors devours will be served and catered by Aqua Terra of Annapolis.

Oct. 2- Style on the Runway: Living and Giving. Benefit for METAvivor Research & Support Inc., AA Medical Breast Cancer Center. The hair & fashion show features survivors who have or have had breast cancer in unique hair and makeup done by David Alexander Salon & Spa. $100/person, includes food, live auction.1-5pm at Loews Annapolis Hotel, Annapolis. Info/tickets: 410. 702.4780, charity@dasalonandspa.com, styleontherunway.com.

Oct. 2 – 21st Annual West Annapolis Oktoberfest. Authentic German food, beer, vendor booths, crafts, music, dancing & special kids’ zone. 10am-5pm. Annapolis St. from Taylor Ave. to Melvin St. in West Annapolis. Info: 410.280.1545.

Oct. 2 - First Sunday Arts Festival. Local & regional arts, including artists & crafters, live music, dance, street performers & café dining. Noon-5pm. FREE. Calvert & West Streets, Annapolis. Info: goweststreet.com.

Oct. 6 – 9 – Trawler Fest in Baltimore. Boat shows, educational seminars, exhibits, activities on the docks, live entertainment & more. Thurs. – Sat. 10am— 5pm; Sun. 10 am — 3pm. $15/person, $50/educational seminar, $25 for awards presentation cocktail party. Located at Rash Field/BMC Inner Harbor Marine Center (by Rusty Scupper) in Baltimore. Info./Tickets: passagemaker.com or 410.243.3790.

Oct. 6 - 10 – 42nd Annual U.S. Sailboat Show. New racing & cruising sailboats, smaller sailboats, sailing equipment, accessories & gear & seminars. 10/6 (Trade/Press/VIP Day), 10am-6pm; 10/7-10/9, 10am-6:30pm; 10/10, 10am-5pm. Tix: $35/VIP Day, general admission days - $17/adults, $4/children ages 7-12, FREE/children 6 & under. City Dock & Harbor, Annapolis. Info: 410.268.8828, usboat.com.

Oct. 6 - 9 & 13- 15 - Dignity Players presents “Sorrid Lives.” 10/6-8 & 10/13-15, 8pm; 10/9, 3pm. After-show talks w/cast on 10/9 &10/15. Tickets: $20 (Fri. & Sat. performances), $15 (Thurs. & Sun. performances), $8/students & educators, $5 discount for seniors. Unitarian Universalist Church of Annapolis, 333 Dubois Rd. Info/tickets: 410.266.8044, ext. 127, dignityplayers.org. Tickets also available at door.

Oct. 7 - Nov. 7 - Troika Gallery Show: Maritime. 13 featured artists: Matt Zoll. Reception: 10/7, 5-9pm. Artist talk: 7pm. 9 S. Harrison St., Easton. Info: 410.770.9190, troikagallery.com.

Oct. 7 – Nov. 13 – Annapolis Maritime Museum presents an Exhibit by Tilghman Hemsley & Son. Inspired by their work on the Bay. Free & open to public. Thurs. – Sun. noon - 4pm; artist reception Oct. 7 5:30 – 7:30pm. 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: amaritime.org.

Oct. 7 - Registration Deadline for Pumpkin Carving Contest at Kinder Farm Park. Show off your pumpkin at the pumpkin painting & carving contest during Fall Festival on 10/7. Must pre-register your pumpkin by 10/7 at 4pm. No late registrations accepted. Drop off finished pumpkins on 10/8 betw.10am & noon. Stop by Kinder Farm Park Office for registration form. 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd., Millersville. Info: 410.222.6115, kinderfarmpark.org.

Oct. 7 – Workshop: Prepare Yourself and Your Business for a Phenomenal 2012. For small business owners, CEOs, executives & managers. Step-by-step secrets revealed to help you break free of the day to day “struggle”, how to create a functional business plan. 8:30am - 4pm. Ticket: $49 includes lunch. To register smoothwaters.com/halcyon/live-workshop; email halcyoncoaching@gmail.com or 410.820.4757. The Milestone, 9630 Technology Dr., Easton.

Oct. 7 – 22 - Artworks Annual Show, “Stepping into the Past.” Artist reception Oct. 7. 306 Park Row, Chestertown. Info.: 410-778-6300 or artworkschestertown.org.

Oct. 8 - Annual Fall Harvest Festival at Kinder Farm Park. Day of fun for the whole family. Featuring children’s games, scarecrow making, pumpkin painting, hayrides, antique tractor display, farm animal display, blacksmith demos, food, live music, local vendors & more. 10am-4pm. 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd., Millersville. Info: 410.222.6115, kinderfarmpark.org.

Oct. 8 - Eastport Yacht Club (EYC) hosts Boat Show Bash. Outdoor dance party. Dance under the stars to live music at EYC’s Sycamore Point location, 317 First St., Annapolis. 6-11pm. Rain or shine. Tickets: $10/advance, $15/at gate. Info/tickets: eastportyc.org or e-mail EYCBash@gmail.com.

Oct. 8 - 10th Annual Maryland Brewer’s Oktoberfest. Noon-6pm. (11am for VIPs.) Beer gardens featuring 80+ beers from 15 local breweries, food, live bands, contests, dancing & more. Tickets: $35/VIP, $20/regular admission, $15/Designated Driver, under 12 free. Maryland State Fairgrounds, Timonium. Info/tickets: 800.830.3976, www.mdoktoberfest.com.

Oct. 8 – 6th Annual Taste of Kent Narrows. Food samples from 15+ area restaurants, live entertainment, beer garden, local wine tasting, children’s area, hayrides, demos & more. 12-5pm, Tix: $25/person now or $30/person at door. Ages 12 & under free w/paying adult. Chesapeake Exploration Center, 425 Piney Narrows Rd, Chester. tasteofkentnarrows.org or 410.739.6943

Oct. 8 – Eastport Yacht Club Boatshow Bash. And outdoor dance party, 6 – 11pm, rain or shine. Food, drinks, live & silent auction. 317 First St., Annapolis. Tix: $10/person ($15 at gate). Check out raffle & auction item descriptions at www.eastportyc.org starting mid-Sept. More info. & tickets purchase locations: eastportyc.org

Oct. 8 & 9 - Patuxent River Appreciation Days. Toy boat building, local musicians, juried arts & crafts fair, games, environmental displays & activities & more. 10am-5pm. Parade: 10/9, 2pm. Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. For info/events schedule: pradinc.org or call 410.326.2042, ext. 41.

Oct. 8 & 9 – Steam Days at the B&O Train Museum. This year’s focus: Civil War period. Ride aboard historic trains, blacksmith demos, guided tours. Tickets: $14/adult, $12/senior, $8/child 2-12, $3/train ride (adults/seniors), $2/train ride for kids. Info.: borail.org or 410.752.2490.

Oct. 10 - Columbus Day.

Oct. 12 – Nov. 1 - MHCA presents Showcase Artist Series - “Music in Art: Art in Music.” Exhibit by area musician Joe Karr showcasing his unique original music & art. Oct. 12, 6:30-9:30pm Joe Karr performs; gallery reception: 5:30-6:30pm. Tickets: $15, $10/members. Exhibit is free. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 13 – Movie Screening: “Race to Nowhere.” The Race to Nowhere addresses the academic, athletic & social pressures young people find themselves under today, & how these stressors can negatively impact their mental & physical health. Following the screening, there’s a panel discussion about the topics raised. Various experts to sit on the panel, including Dr. Joyce Cooper-Kahn, Ph.D., a practicing, published psychologist in Severna Park. Tickets: racetonowhere.com, or at the door. 6:30pm at Oak Hill Elementary, Severna Park. Info.: 410.518.6070 or lkniaz@juno.com.

Oct. 13 – On-Screen: In Person series: “Little Town of Bethlehem” a new independent American film and its respective filmmaker. Presented by MHCA and the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation. 7pm. Tickets: $8, $5/members. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 13-15 & 21-22 - Ghosts of Sotterley Tours. Spooky dramatization from Civil War Era unfolds during nighttime walking tour on grounds of Sotterley Plantation. Tours run every 10 minutes, beginning at 7pm. Online tickets: $13/person & receive 10% discount coupon for Sotterley Museum Shop; phone orders: $14/person. Reservations req. Info: 301.373.2280, sotterley.org.

Oct. 13-16 - 39th Annual U.S. Powerboat Show. Nation's oldest in-water powerboat show. New powerboats, nautical equipment & accessories & boat demos. 10/13 (Trade, Press, VIP Day), 10am-6pm; 10/14 &10/15, 10am-6:30pm; 10/16, 10am-6pm. Tix: $35/VIP Day, general admission days - $17/adults, $4/children ages 7-12, FREE/children 6 & under. City Dock & Harbor, Annapolis. Info: 410.268.8828, usboat.com.

Oct. 14 & 15 - 31st Annual Chestertown Wildlife Exhibition & Sale. 40+ carvers, artists, photographers & painters. Opens 10/14, 5:30-8:30pm. Catered Friends & Patrons Party: 5:30-7pm, Parish Hall & Prince Theatre. Reservations req. Tickets start $25 - call 410.810.4898 or visit chestertownwildlife.org. 10/15 throughout downtown Chestertown, 9:30am-4:30pm. FREE to the public. Info: chestertownwildlife.org.

Oct. 14-16, 21-23, 28-30 - Halloween Happening: Haunted Barn & Hayride. Family-friendly Halloween event. Fri. & Sat. 7-10pm. Sun. 7-9pm. Admission: $13, FREE/children under 6, FREE parking. Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds, 1450 Generals Hwy., Rt. 178, Crownsville. Info: 410.923.3400, aacountyfair.org or halloweenhappenings.com.

Oct. 14 – Nov. 13 - Annapolis Maritime Museum presents “The Chesapeake Bay Art of Tilghman & Will Helmsley. Artist reception Oct. 14 5:30-7:30pm. Thurs. – Sun. noon – 4 pm, FREE. 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info: amaritime.org.

Oct. 15 – Estate Jewelry Show at Little Treasury Jewelers. Explore the glory of yesteryear. Shop from an extensive collection of antique & vintage jewelry, exotic gems & signed pieces. Sat., 10am - 5pm. Located at 2506 New Market Lane, Gambrills. Info.: 410.721.7100 or littletreasury.com.

Oct. 15 - Island Bay Day. Outdoor music festival featuring live music on 2 stages. Proceeds benefit Wounded Warriors at Walter Reed Medical Center. 11am-11pm. Tickets: $20. Kent Island American Legion Post 278, 800 Romancoke Rd., Stevensville.

Info/tickets: islandbayday.com.

Oct. 15 - 16- Wee-Sale Consignment Event, Prince George’s County. Seasonal consignment sale with huge selection of kids toys, clothes, baby gear, maternity books & more. Held at Greenbelt Armory, 7100 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt. Info: wee-sale.com

Oct. 15 - Island Bay Day. Outdoor music festival w/ live music on 2 stages. Proceeds benefit Wounded Warriors at Walter Reed Medical Center. 11:30am-11pm. Tickets: $20. Kent Island American Legion Post 278, 800 Romancoke Rd., Stevensville.

Info/tickets: islandbayday.com.

Oct. 15 - Painting Four Seasons in the Paca Garden. Jean Brinton Jaecks, landscape and garden painter, gives a class in the garden, demonstrating traditional watercolor techniques & discuss light in a garden setting. Small class size, all level of students welcome. Instructor to supply details after you register. $75, $70 members and volunteers. 9am – 1am at William Paca Garden, 3 Martin Street, Annapolis. annapolis.org

Oct. 15 - The Country School Annual Rummage Sale. Books, children's clothing, toys & games, furniture, linens, house wares, electronics, sports equipment & ladies’ accessories. 7am-noon. 716 Goldsborough St., Easton. Info: 410.822.1935, countryschool.org.

Oct. 15 - Talbot Humane Society hosts 2nd Annual Bark in the Park. Family-fun festival & fundraiser. Grand Dog Walk, Fun Doggie Show, prizes, Easton Police K-9 demos, exhibits by Frisbee, agility & obedience dogs, horse-drawn carriage rides, pet-style face painting, food & music. 9am-2pm. Idlewild Park, Easton. Info: 410.822.0107, www.tinyurl.com/Bark-in-the-Park.

Oct. 15 - All Saints’ Episcopal Church’s Treasures Sale. 8am-noon. FREE admission & FREE parking. Held inside the Parish Hall, intersection of Rts. 2 & 4, Sunderland. Proceeds benefit Episcopal Church Women's local projects. Info: 301.855.4865.

Oct. 15 - Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) presents Pumpkin Tales Family Show. 4-5pm. Tickets: $10/adults, $5/children. CAC, Studio 194 Theatre, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Info/tickets: 410.636.6597, chesapeakearts.org.

Oct. 15 - Kent Island Federation of Art (KIFA) hosts 8th Annual ARToctoberfest. Food, games, artists, crafts & fun for the entire family. 10am – 4pm, Historic Stevensville. Info: 410.643.7424 or www.kifa.us

Oct. 15 - Chesapeake Arts Center (CAC) presents Mid-Atlantic Music Series: Songwriters in the Round. 5 musicians perform together for an entertaining evening of hearty blues. 8pm. Tickets: $15, $12/CAC members. CAC, Studio 194 Theatre, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Info/tickets: 410.636.6597, chesapeakearts.org.

Oct. 15 – Volunteers on the Run 5k (family friendly). 8:30am at Red Maple Pavillion, Quiet Waters Park. Proceeds from the event support Junior League of Annapolis, Inc.’s programs for Anne Arundel County women and children. Register: www.active.com.

Oct. 15 & 16 - Wee-Sale Children's Consignment Event-Prince George's County. Amazing selection of kids’ toys, clothes (sizes 0-16), baby gear, maternity clothes, books, & more. Opening Sat. Oct. 15, 9-5pm, Sun. Oct.16 10am-2pm (50% off day). Located at the Greenbelt Armory, 7100 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt. Info.: Wee-Sale.com

Oct. 16 - West River Heritage Day Oyster Festival. Great food, entertainment, tours, crafts, children's activities & raffle. 12:30-5pm. Tickets: $6, FREE/children 12 & under. Captain Salem Avery Museum, 1418 E. W. Shady Side Rd., Shady Side. Info: 410.867.4486, shadysidemuseum.org.

Oct.17 – 3rd Annual Annapolis Catering Putts Fore Mutts Golf Tournament. Registration: 9am. Shotgun start: 11am. Fees: single - $125, foursome - $500. Benefits SPCA of AA County. Queenstown Harbor Golf Course, 310 Links Lane, Queenstown. Info/register: puttsforemutts.com.

Oct. 17 - 21 - Bulb Pick-Up for Fall Greenscape Project: Make a Difference Day. National program encouraging groups & individuals to volunteer in their community. Volunteers order up to 100 tulip bulbs & 100 daffodil bulbs for each project. Bulbs are free & available on a first-come, first-served basis. To Order bulbs: e-mail Marisa Wittlinger at mdwittlinger@annapolis.gov. Pick-up 9am-4pm at Roger Pip Moyer Community Recreation Center, 273 Hilltop Lane, Annapolis. Make a Difference Day is 10/23.

Oct. 19 - Strut & Sip for Autism. Fashion show w/live & silent auctions, tea-infused cocktails, hors d'oeuvres & dancing. Proceeds benefit Maryland Therapeutic Riding. 6:30pm till... Tickets: $125/person. Osteria 177 Restaurant, 177 Main St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: modadiva.com/strutsip.

Oct. 20 - MHCA presents “Richard Thompson – Solo Acoustic.” 8pm. Tickets: $38, $33/member. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 20 - Annapolis Maritime Museum presents Gordon Bok in Concert. 8-10pm. Tickets: $15/advance, $20/at door. 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: amaritime.org.

Oct. 21 – 22 – The Ballet Theatre of Maryland presents: Aladdin. A retelling of the classic tale. 7pm, $42/person. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 22 - Fossil Field Experience at Calvert Marine Museum. Learn how to find & identify fossils. Program begins at 11am at museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons, & continues at a local beach. Fee: $20/person (ages 8 & over). An adult must accompany any child under 18. Space is limited. Pre-registration req. Info/registration: Contact: 410.326.2042, ext. 41 or visit calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Oct. 22 - Potters Guild of Annapolis 2010 Holiday Sale. Enjoy a wide selection of pottery & purchase holiday gifts & home décor. 10am-2pm. FREE admission. Gloria Dei Lutheran Church, 461 College Parkway, Arnold. Info: 443.306.1221, pottersguildofannapolis.com.

Oct. 22- 3rd Annual “Bluegrass for Hospice-2011.” Benefits Hospice House of St. Mary’s. Held at Flat Iron Farm on Flat Iron Rd, Great Mills. 12pm w/ local & top bluegrass bands. Craft Fair 7am-12 & raffles & auctions held throughout day. Tix: $20/person or $25 at door. Info: bluegrassforhospice.com or 301.737.3004

Oct. 23 - Key School 5K/10K Run & Family Fun Run. Races begin at 9am at school’s campus, 534 Hillsmere Dr., Annapolis. Runners of all ages & experience levels welcome. Info/entry fees/registration: keyschool.org. Registration also available at active.com.

Oct. 23 - 2011 Komen Maryland Race for the Cure®. Register online by Wed., Oct. 12 & get your race t-shirt mailed to you for free. Hunt Valley. Info/registration: 410.938.8990, komenmd.org.

Oct. 23 - Naval Academy Primary School’s 6th Annual 5K & 10K Run / 5K Walk / Kids Fun Run. The Kids Fun Run begins 8:15 am & 5K/10K starts 9am. Cost: adult race $20/person ($25 at race); Kids Fun Run $5/child. . Prizes awarded to the top finishers and all participants receive a NAPS RUN t-shirt & “goodie” bag that includes gift certificates to local businesses. Start at the Naval Academy Primary School: 74 Greenbury Point Road, Annapolis. Registration forms: www.active.com & www.napschool.com or call 410.757.3090

Oct. 23 - Maryland Federation of Art hosts 34th Annual Collector's Choice. Fundraising event. 5:30-8:30pm. Tickets: $185/public (incl. entrance for 2 guests & 1 art selection), $150/patron donors. Annapolis Subaru, 149 Old Solomons Island Rd., Annapolis. Tickets: 410.268.4566. Info: mdfedart.org.

Oct. 23 - Sunday Conversations at Calvert Marine Museum: Chesapeake Author: Dr. Ralph Eshelman. Enjoy books & presentations w/local Chesapeake authors & artists as they talk about the process used to conceive, research, write & illustrate their books. All books & featured items available for purchase in museum store. 2pm. FREE.14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info: calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Oct. 26 – The Bay Theatre High Society Fashion Show & Fund Raising Gala. 6:30 – 9:30pm, Tickets: $7. Bay Theatre Company, 275 West St., Annapolis. Info.: baytheatre.org

Oct. 26 - Freedom from Cravings. Examine the causes of food cravings and discover powerful effective tools for controlling them. Use practical research-based information to develop useful strategies for managing cravings and identifying alternative foods to eat. This is a two hour lecture at Anne Arundel Community College at 101 College Parkway, Arnold MD 21012. Tickets: aacc.edu/women, $29 each. Lisa can be reached at Lisa@wholehealthdesigns.com

Oct. 28 – Pumpkin Walk. 4-6pm, rain or shine. Old-fashioned festivities like apple-bobbing, face-painting, story-telling and music. $6 per person. Tickets available at door. Hammond-Harwood House,19 Maryland Ave., Annapolis. 410.263.4682 or hammondharwoodhouse.org

Oct. 28 & 29 – Spanish Themed Party & Truck Show at Little Treasury Jewelers. Celebrate their new Spanish designer Jorge Revilla—the line features organic designs with a modern twist. Spanish party Fri. 6 - 8pm, refreshments served. Trunk show Sat., Oct. 29. Located at 2506 New Market Lane, Gambrills. Info: 410.721.7100 or littletreasury.com.

Oct. 29-30 & Nov. 5-6 - Artworks Annual Studio Tour. Self-guided tour includes open houses at studios of 50 artists located in Chestertown & throughout Kent County as well as several in nearby Queen Anne’s County. 10am-5pm. FREE. Info: 410.778.6300, artworkschestertown.org.

Oct. 29 - Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (ASO) presents “Peter and the Wolf & Greens Eggs and Ham.” Two all-time favorite stories for ages 4+. Meet the musicians: 1:15 or 4:30pm. Tickets: all seats $15. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: 410.263.0907, www.annapolissymphony.org.

Oct. 29 – 10h Annual Howl-O-Ween Barkin’ Bash at Quiet Waters Park - hosted by Friends of Quiet Waters Park & AA County Dept. of Rec. & Parks. Bring your dog & enjoy the fun. Costume contests & other contests, games, raffles, demos, dog-friendly booths, food & more. 11am-3:30pm. Registration: $6/dog for 3 contests event day. Online registration: $5/dog at friendsofquietwaterspark.org/bash.html. Info: 410.222.1777.

Oct. 30 – Annapolis Symphony Orchestra presents: “Simply Shakespeare.” A collaborative concert with Annapolis Shakespeare Company, AA Community College & Ballet Theatre of Maryland. Includes: opera scenes from Verdi's Falstaff, Merry Wives of Windsor by Nicolai & 20th Century composer Ralph Vaughn Williams' Sir John in Love, plus dance, excerpts from Shakespeare's plays. 3pm, $45-55/person. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info: marylandhall.org.

Oct. 30 - Halloween 5k for St. Jude's Hospital. 8a.m. at Big Vanilla Arnold. The course runs through the AACC campus. Must be 13 years old or older. Costumes are encouraged. Donation: $29 per person. www.bigvanilla.com

Oct. 30 – Nov. 13 - McBride Gallery presents “Autumn Celebration of Art.” Annual group show. Artists Reception: 10/30, 1-4pm. McBride Gallery, 215 Main St., Annapolis. Info: 410.267.7077, mcbridegallery.com.

Oct. 30 – Nov. 26 – Exhibit: Eye of the Beholder: The Fine Art of the Found Object. Two or three-dimensional works of fine art that incorporate at least one or more found objects. Maryland Federation of Art, Circle Gallery
18 State Circle, Annapolis. Info.: 410.268.4566 or http://mdfedart.org.

Oct. 31 - Halloween.

Oct. 31 - Calvert Marine Museum presents 10th Annual Monster Mash Cruise & Costume Contest. Cruise for kids & their families aboard the “Wm. B. Tennison.” 4:30-5:30pm. Tickets: $7/adults, $6/children ages 5-12, $4/children 4 & under. Advance registration req. by 10/27. Departs from museum, 14200 Solomons Island Rd., Solomons. Info/tickets: Contact Melissa McCormick at 410.326.2042, ext. 41.

NOVEMBER 2011

Through Nov. (Saturdays) - Guided Walks at Adkins Arboretum. Walk through the Arboretum forest & meadows. Free for members, free w/admission for general public. 11am at Visitor’s Center; lasts approx. 1 hour. 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Info: 410.634.2847, ext. 0, www.adkinsarboretum.org.

Through Nov. 5 – Chesapeake College Art Show and Sale. Exhibition and sale featuring works by residents and students served by the College. M-F 8:30am-4:30pm. Todd Performing Arts Center Lobby, Chesapeake College, Wye Mills. Info: 410.827.5868.

Nov. 1 – 6 – The Bay Theatre presents, “Wit.” The shows uses humor and verbal swordplay to present a woman coping with her life’s greatest challenge. Thurs., Fri. & Sat. 8pm; Sun., 2pm. Tickets: Thursday/$35, Friday/$40, Saturday & Sunday/$45 (65+ senior $40), opening night/$55 (includes Reception with Cast). Bay Theatre Company, 275 West St., Annapolis. Info.: baytheatre.org

Nov. 1 - 7 - Troika Gallery Show: Maritime. 13 featured artists: Matt Zoll. Reception: 10/7, 5-9pm. Artist talk: 7pm. 9 S. Harrison St., Easton. Info: 410.770.9190, troikagallery.com.

Nov. 1 – 13 – Annapolis Maritime Museum presents an Exhibit by Tilghman Hemsley & Son. Inspired by their work on the Bay. Free & open to public. Thurs. – Sun. noon - 4pm; artist reception Oct. 7 5:30 – 7:30pm. 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: amaritime.org.

Nov. 1 – 13 - McBride Gallery presents “Autumn Celebration of Art.” Annual group show. Artists Reception: 10/30, 1-4pm. McBride Gallery, 215 Main St., Annapolis. Info: 410.267.7077, mcbridegallery.com.

Nov. 1 - 30 – Garden Puppet Theatre Mini-Museum Exhibit. A promotion of puppetry and gardening in Kent County. Kent County Visitor Center. 122 N. Cross St. Chestertown. 21620. Info: 410.778.5841 or kentcounty.com

Nov. 1 – Dec. 4 - East End Gallery exhibit “Prose to Parchment". Sculptures by artist Luisa Adelfio and handcrafted books by Joan Machinchick. Gallery Hours M-F 10-3, weekend by Appointment. 11 South Aurora St., Easton. 410.819.0004

Nov. 2 – 19 – Art Quilt Show & The Beane Collection. Exhibit showcasing art quilts and paintings in memory of longtime resident Mrs. Fred Beane. W-Sat: 1pm-4pm. Reception 11/5, 3pm-5pm. FREE. Kent Island Federation of Arts, Piney Narrows Rd, Chester. Info: 410.604.2101 or kifa.us.

Nov. 2 – A Tree Grows Quickly in the Forest: Climate Change and Accelerated Tree Growth. Discover how tree growth affects biodiversity and climate change. Registration required. 1pm. $20, $15/members. Atkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Rd, Ridgely. Register/Info: 410.634.2847 or adkinsarboretum.org.

Nov. 3, 10, 17 – Center for Integrative Medicine offers “Eat to Feel Good.” A three-part class on eating for optimal health and vitality. 6:30pm-8pm. Registration: $65. Shore Health Center for Integrative Medicine, 607-B Dutchman’s Lane, Easton. Register/Info: 410.770.9400.

Nov. 3 - 6, 10 - 12 – Anne Arundel Community College Presents “Cyrano.” A great swordsman and poet cannot see past his oversized nose to believe any woman, especially Roxanne, could ever love him. 8pm Th-Sat, 2pm Sun. Robert E. Kauffman Theater, Pascal Center for Performing Arts, AACC Arnold campus, 101 College Parkway, Arnold. $15 general admission, $12 AACC faculty/staff, seniors, groups and outside students, $7 AACC students. Reservations and info.: 410.777.2457 or aacc.edu/performingarts.

Nov. 3 - Annapolis Maritime Museum presents Mike & Shelley’s French Adventures: Living Like a Local. 6:30-8:30pm. Join Eastport neighbors Mike Miron & Shelley Row as they share stories of their year in France, & how they engineered their dream. Free entry, donations to benefit the Museum welcome.723 Second St., Annapolis. Info.: amaritime.org.

Nov. 4 - 6, 10 - 13, 17 - 18 - Colonial Players presents “Little Women, the musical.” Thurs., Fri., Sat. 8pm, Sun. 2pm. Tickets: $20/adults, $15/seniors (65 & over), $15/students (w/ID). 108 East St., Annapolis. Info: 410.268.7373, cplayers.com.

Nov. 4&5 – Annapolis by Candlelight. An annual architectural walking tour of Murray Hill’s private homes . 5pm-9pm. $30/before 10/30, $25/members & volunteers, $35 after 10/31. Annapolis. Tickets and info: 410.990.4538 or Annapolis.org

Nov. 4 - 20 - Church Hill Theatre presents “Almost Maine.” Fri. & Sat. 8pm & Sun. 2pm. Tickets: $18/adults, $10/students. 103 Walnut St., Church Hill. Info: 410.758.1331, churchhilltheatre.org.

Nov. 4 – 6 -- National Wildlife Conservation Film Festival. Screening short and feature natural history and wildlife documentary films. 11/4: 6:30pm-8:30pm, 11/5: 10am-12pm, 12:30pm-2:30pm, 3pm-5pm, 11/6: 10am-12pm, 12:30pm-2:30pm, 3-5pm. Tickets: $8, $6/students & seniors. National Wildlife Visitor’s Center, 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel. Info: 610.896.4776 or nwcff.com.

Nov. 4 – Friday Night Coffee with Lynn Abercrombie. The author and adventurer discusses her new book, Traveling the World with National Geographic. 7pm. Tickets: $13, $10/members. Captain Avery Museum. 1418 East West Shade Side Rd., Shady Side. Tickets/Info: 410.867.4486 or shadysidemuseum.org.

Nov. 4 – Spencer Humm Comedy Lab. 8pm. Tickets: $18-$29. Studio 194 Theatre, Chesapeake Arts Center. 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Tickets/Info: 410.636.6597 or chesapeakearts.org.

Nov. 4 – The Blue Rhythm Boys. The swinging blues duo performs. 8pm. Tickets: $20. Stoltz Listening Room, Avalon Theatre. 40 East Dover St. Easton. Tickets/Info: 410.822.7299 or avalontheatre.com.

Nov. 5 - OysterFest. Celebrate the Bay oyster w/live music, great food, family activities, oyster aquaculture & restoration demos, oyster tonging & cooking demos. 10am-4pm. Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum, St. Michaels. Info: 410.745.2916, www.cbmm.org.

Nov. 5 - Members’ Appreciation Day at OysterFest. Members may stop by the Small Boat Shed from 10am-4pm for refreshments & a special gift as thanks for being an important part of the museum family. Info: 410.745.2916, www.cbmm.org.

Nov. 5 – Plein Air Painting at the Arboretum. Learn how to utilize acrylic paints and canvas to capture autumn’s rich colors. Registration required. 1pm. $20, $15/members. Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Rd, Ridgely. Register/Info: 410.634.2847 or adkinsarboretum.org.

Nov. 5 – Navy Football vs. Troy. 3:30pm. $35/reserved seating, $20/standing room only, $12/kids 12 & under. Navy Marine Corps Memorial Stadium, 550 Taylor Ave, Annapolis. Tickets & info: 1.800.874.6289 or navysports.com.

Nov. 5 - Maritime Republic of Eastport’s 14th Annual Tug of War. Billed as the longest international tug of war over water in the world, the tug, or “Slaughter Across the Water,” will be held across the Gulf of Eastport (a.k.a. Spa Creek). Crack o’ Noon-5pm. Concurrent w/the action will be Tugfest, a street festival held in Eastport featuring vendors, children’s activities & live music. Info: themre.org.

Nov. 5-6 - Artworks Annual Studio Tour. Self-guided tour includes open houses at studios of 50 artists located in Chestertown & throughout Kent County as well as several in nearby Queen Anne’s County. 10am-5pm. FREE. Info: 410.778.6300, artworkschestertown.org.

Nov. 5 & 6 - Annapolis by Candlelight - sponsored by Historic Annapolis Foundation (HAF). Follow the luminaries & tour some of the most beautiful private homes in Annapolis. 5-9pm. Tickets: $25/HAF members, $30/non-members. After 11/1: $35. Downtown Annapolis. Info: 410.267.8146, annapolis.org.

Nov. 5 – Celtic New Year Concert with Maggie Sansone. Join hammered dulcimer player Maggie Sansone and others to celebrate the Celtic New Year. 7pm. Tickets: $30adv/$35door. Queen Anne’s County Arts Council Centre for the Arts. 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville. Info: 410.758.2520 or arts4u.info

Nov. 6 – Key School’s Annual Fall Open House. For prospective Pre-K-12 students. 1pm. FREE. Key School Activity Building, 534 Hillsmere Dr., Annapolis. Info: 410.263.9231 or keyschool.org.

Nov. 6 – Movie Screening: “Woman of the Year.” The Talbot Cinema Society screens the 1942 classic. 5:15pm doors/refreshments. Subscription required: $45/person, $90/couple. Avalon Theatre, 40 East Dover St. Easton. Info: 410.924.5752 or talbotcinemasociety.org.

Nov. 6 - Friends of Annapolis Symphony Orchestra (FASO) presents “Concert of Tastes.” Sample signature dishes of area restaurants, drink fine wines, dance & bid on silent auction items. 6-9pm. Info/tickets: 410.757.2206, annapolissymphony.org/getinvolved.

Nov. 8 – Movie Screening: “Invisible Children: Frontline Tour.” See film and raise funds for a radio network in northern Uganda. 6pm. FREE. Robert E. Kauffman Theater, Pascal Center for Performing Arts, AACC Arnold campus, 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Info: 410.360.4677 or schoolsforschoolsclub@yahoo.com.

Nov. 8 – World Artists Experience: China: Dance, Music and Costumes. 7pm. FREE. Hammonds Lane Theatre. 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Info: 410.636.6597 or chesapeakearts.org.

Nov. 9 – Lecture: “From Free Speech to Facebook.” Join attorney C.L. Lindsay about the implications of maintaining social media profiles on Facebook and MySpace. 2pm. Cade Center for Fine Arts Room 219, AACC Arnold Campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. FREE. Info: 410.777.2043

Nov. 9 – Antiques Event with C. John Sullivan and Jeffrey Pelayo. 6pm hors d'oeuvres; 6:30-7:30pm presentation on Historic Chesapeake Decoys. Enjoy hors d’oeuvres among antiques and learn about historic Chesapeake decoys. Tandem Antiques & Fine Arts Center. 8614 Ocean Gateway Suite #1. More info.: 410.829.3559, tandemantiquesandfineartscntr@yahoo.com.

Nov. 9 - MHCA presents Showcase Artist Series - “The Jordan Tice Trio” plus CD release. 7:30pm. Tickets: $15. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: marylandhall.org.

Nov. 10 - Dec. 9 – “Utopias: New Visions and Better Places in Contemporary Art.” MICA professor Jeffrey Cudlin oversees this national all-media show. Juror’s talk 11/10, 12:30pm, reception 11/10, 6-8pm. Exhibit: 9am-4pm M-F & 6-9 W. FREE. Cade Center for Fine Arts Gallery, AACC Arnold Campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Info: 410.777.7028 or aacc.edu/cadegallery.

Nov. 10 – On-Screen: In Person series: “In Good Time, The Piano Jazz of Marian McPartland” a new independent American film and its respective filmmaker. Presented by MHCA and the Mid-Atlantic Arts Foundation. 7pm. Tickets: $8, $5/members. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: marylandhall.org.

Nov. 10 – Chaise Lounge. DC’s top jazz musicians playing standards and original tunes. 8pm. $25. Stoltz Listening Room, Avalon Theatre. 410 East Dover St., Easton. Tickets/Info: 410.822.7299 or avalontheatre.com.

Nov. 11 – 13 – Waterfowl Festival. Celebrate Maryland’s rich sporting history with this three-day festival. F & Sat. 10am-6pm, Sun. 10am-4pm. Tickets: $10; FREE/kids 12&under. Waterfowl Festival, 40 S. Harrison St., Easton. Tickets/Info: 410.822.4567 or waterfowlfestival.org.

Nov. 11 – 13 – “Decoys of Dorchester County.” An exhibit featuring artifacts from both private collections and the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum. FREE with Waterfowl Festival Admission. Easton High School, 723 Mecklenberg Ave., Easton. Info: 410-822-4567 or cbmm.org.

Nov. 11 - 12 - Annapolis Chorale presents Casual Fri. “Choral Fantasy.” 7:30pm & 8pm. Casual Fri. event includes Q&A w/cast after concert. Tickets: $37, $34/adults, $12/students. FREE student tickets available half-hour before concert. MD Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Info/tickets: 410.280.5640, marylandhall.org.

Nov. 11 – Wolf’s Hot Rods & Old Gas Open Blues Jam. An open blues jam, with room for dancing, billiards and food. 8pm. Fat Boy’s Country Store, 41566 Medleys Neck Rd., Leonardtown. Info: 301.475.6820 or wolfsmusicweekly.com.

Nov. 12 – Annapolis Fringe Festival. Events to include face/body painting and art cars during this legendary festival. 12pm-11pm. $20. Maryland Hall, 801 Chase St. Annapolis. Tickets/Info: 410.280.5640 or marylandhall.org.

Nov. 12 – Greenstreet Social. Sample locally produced wines and food from local caterers in amidst a holiday decorated garden center. 2pm. Tickets: $10. Captain Avery Museum. 1418 East West Shade Side Rd., Shady Side. Tickets/Info: 410.867.6156 or shadysidemusem.org.

Nov. 12 – Tango Temptation Dance Party. Learn Latin dance from instructor Amanda Showell. 7:15pm for early Argentine Tango lesson, 8pm for class. $12, $10/members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville. Info: 410.758.2520 or arts4u.info.

Nov. 13 – Dec. 4 – McBride Gallery Presents “Fables and Fantasy.” An exhibit of work by the Russian-born painter Victor Nizovtsev. M-Sat 10am-5:30pm, Sun 12pm-5:30pm. Artist talk 11/13, 1pm-4pm. McBride Gallery, 215 Main St. Annapolis. Info: 410.267.7077 or mcbridegallery.com.

Nov. 15 – Baby? Maybe. Come to learn pre-baby health tips and post-baby budget tricks. 6:30pm. Doordan Institute, 7th floor Health Sciences Pavilion, AAMC. 2000 Medical Parkway, Annapolis. Info: 443.481.5555 or aamcevents.org

Nov. 16 – Jon Goode. The nationally recognized poet performs his comedic and life-affirming poetry. 12pm. FREE. AACC at Arundel Mills. 7009 Arundel Mills Circle, Hanover. Info: 410.777.2218 or aacc.edu/studentlife.

Nov. 16 – Jon Goode. The nationally recognized poet performs his comedic and life-affirming poetry. 7pm. FREE. Student Union dining hall, AACC Arnold campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Info: 410.777.2218 or aacc.edu/studentlife

Nov. 17 – Thanksgiving/Christmas Bazaar. Sales of handmade gifts and decorations, bake sale and silent auction. 8:30am-2pm. Emmanuel Church, 101 N. Cross St. Chestertown. Info: 410.778.3477 or emmanuelchurchparish.org.

Nov. 17 – Get Aligned with Your Spine. Discuss back pain with medical expert Alessandro Speciale. 6pm. M.D. Doordan Insitute, 7th floor Health Sciences Pavilion, AAMC. 2000 Medical Parkway, Annapolis. Info: 443.481.5555 or aamcevents.org

Nov. 17 – Patrick Ball: Theatre of Legend, Celtic Harp and Spoken Word. 7pm. Tickets: $15, $12/members. Studio 194 Theatre, Chesapeake Arts Center, 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Tickets/Info: 410.636.6597 or chesapeakearts.org.

Nov. 17 – The Airborne Toxic Event. The popular rock band performs. 8:30pm. Tickets: $25. Ram’s Head Live.20 Market Place, Baltimore. Tickets/Info: 410.244.8854 or ramsheadlive.com.

Nov. 18&19 – “Classic 2 – Pictures at an Exhibition.” 8pm. Tickets: $10-$45. Maryland Hall. 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Tickets and info: 410.263.0907 or annapolissymphony.org.

Nov. 18 – Friday Nites at Caroline: The Rogues Celtic Band. The Rogues perform high-energy Celtic rock. 7pm. FREE. North Caroline High School Auditorium, 10990 River Rd, Ridgely. Info: 410.479.1009.

Nov. 18 – Tavern Traipse. Historic Annapolis presents a tasting of three colonial libations and period-appropriate appetizers. 21+. 6:30pm-9pm. Tickets: $35, $30/members. Historic Annapolis Museum, 99 Main St., Annapolis. Tickets and info: 410.267.8146 or Annapolis.org.

Nov. 18 – David LaFleur. A mix of traditional folk, bluegrass and blues will be played. 8pm. $10, $8/students & seniors. 333 Coffeehouse at Unitarian Universalist Church of Annapolis, 333 DuBois Rd, Annapolis. Info: 443.333.9613 or uuca-md.org/333.

Nov. 18 – The AACC Symphony Orchestra presents “Festive Knights, Noble Heroes.” 8pm. Tickets: $10, $7/students, seniors, AACC staff, $5/AACC student w/ID. Robert E. Kauffman Theater, Pascal Center for Performing Arts. AACC Arnold Campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Tickets/Info: 410.777.2457 or aacc.edu/performingarts

Nov. 19 – Jan. 15 – Digital Photography Club of Annapolis Exhibition of Maritime Photography. Reception 11/19, 1pm, covering digital photography basics. Exhibit: 12pm-4pm, Th-Sun. Annapolis Maritime Museum, 723 Second St., Annapolis. Info: 410.295.0104 or amaritime.org.

Nov. 19 – Jan. 7 – The Potters Guild presents The Splendid Table. An exhibit of handcrafted dinnerware and serving pieces. Opening reception 11/20, 4pm-7pm. Exhibit: M-Sa: 10am-5pm, Th: 10am-6pm. West Annapolis Art Works. 4 Annapolis St., Annapolis. Info: 410.295.7045 or westannapolisartworks.com.

Nov. 19 – Two-Mile Turkey Trot. Two-mile walk/run/jog from Denton Elem. School to Martinak State Park and back. 8am registration, 9:30am event. Pre-registered: $8/person, $25/family of four; On-site: $12/person, $36/ family of four. Denton Elementary School, 303 Sharp Rd., Denton. Info: 410.479.8120 or carolinerecreation.org.

Nov. 19 – Quilting Program – Memorialize a loved one by making a quilted square. Reservations required. 10am-12pm or 1pm-3pm. $15. Captain Avery Museum, 1418 East West Shade Side Rd., Shade Side. Info: 410.867.4486 or shadysidemuseum.org.

Nov. 19 – Sumi-e Painting. Learn the traditional, meditative method of painting nature with sumi-e ink and rice paper. Registration required. 1pm. $25, $20/members. Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Rd, Ridgely. Register/Info: 410.634.2847 or adkinsarboretum.org.

Nov. 19 – The AACC Jazz Ensemble presents “Boblicity.” 8pm. $10, $7/seniors/groups/students/AACC employees, $5/AACC students. Robert E. Kauffman Theater, AACC Arnold Campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Tickets and info: 410.777.2457 or aacc.edu/performingarts.

Nov. 19 – Mid-Atlantic Music Series: Ken Kolodner. Enjoy the sounds of the hammered dulcimer and fiddle. 8pm. Tickets: $15, $12/members. Studio 194 Theatre, Chesapeake Arts Center.194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Tickets/Info: 410.636.6597.

Nov. 20 – Jan. 30 -- Winter Artisan Boutique. Shop a collection of eclectic works by local artists. M-Sat: 10am-5pm, Th: 10am-6pm. West Annapolis Art Works, 4 Annapolis St., Annapolis. Info: 410.295.7045 or westannapolisartworks.com.

Nov. 20 – Sunday Conversations: Chesapeake Bay Stories. Join author and life-long Bay resident Raymond McAlwee as he discusses his Chesapeake-centered short stories. 2pm. Calvert Marine Museum. 14200 Solomons Island Rd. Solomons. Info: 410.326.2042 or calvertmarinemuseum.com

Nov. 22 – Dec. 3 -- “Power of Three.” Sculpture and ceramics show. M-Th: 9am-8pm, F: 9am-4:30pm. FREE. Pascal Center for Performing Arts Gallery, AACC Arnold Campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Info: 410.777.2218 or aacc.edu/studentlife.

Nov. 23 – 5K Turkey Trot, One-Mile Jaunt and Food Drive. The 23rd annual event benefits the AACC Fitness Center. 12pm. Early reg trough 11/9: $15/5K, $10/jaunt; after 11/9: $20/5K, $15/jaunt. AACC Arnold Campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Registration and info: 410.777.2302 or aacc.edu/physed.

Nov. 25 – Christmas on the Square. Holiday festivities on the Leonoardtown Square. 5pm. Leonardtown Square, Leonardtown. Info: 301.475.9791 or somd.com/Leonardtown.

Nov. 26 – Mt. Zion United Methodist Church Presents “The Best Christmas Pageant Ever.” Join an adult cast for the story of The Hersmans, misbehaved children who show up at the church Christmas pageant tryouts. 6:30pm. Tickets: $25. Maryland Hall, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Tickets/Info: 410.280.5640 or marylandhall.org.

Nov. 27 – The Genteelest Town in North America: Craftsmen of the Annapolis Golden Age. Learn about craftspeople who worked with silver, furniture and other historical pursuits. 10am-5pm. FREE. Historic Annapolis Museum. 99 Main St., Annapolis. Info: 410.267.8146 or Annapolis.org

Nov. 28 – AACC Student Ceramics and Sculpture Holiday Sale. Benefiting the AACC Keramos Club. 10am. FREE. Cade Center for Fine Arts Room 219. AACC Arnold Campus. 101 College Parkway, Arnold. Info: 410.777.AACC or aacc.edu

DECEMBER 2011

Dec. 2-Jan. 8 – The Bay Theatre presents, “Becky’s New Car.” Watch mid-life malaise unfold and explore human nature and foibles with a car dealership as backdrop. Th.-Sat.: 8pm, Sun.: 2pm. Tickets: $35/Th., $40/Fri. & Sun. senior, $45/Sat & Sun. matinee. The Bay Theatre Company, 275 West St., Annapolis. Info/Tickets: 410.268.1333 or baytheatre.org.

Dec. 2-4 – Pasadena Theatre Company Presents “A Christmas Carol.” The classic story brought to life. Fri. & Sat.: 8pm, Sun.: 3pm. Tickets: $12. Hammonds Lane Theatre, Chesapeake Arts Center. 194 Hammonds Lane, Brooklyn Park. Tickets/Info: 410.440.8460 or ptcshows.com.

Dec. 3 – “Heck with the Malls!” An antidote to mall shopping, with an assortment of homemade crafts and art. 9am-2pm. FREE. The Center for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce St, Centreville; St. Paul’s Episcopal Church, 302 S. Liberty St., Centreville. Info: 410.758.1553.

Dec. 3 – Holiday Decorating Workshop. Learn how to make beautiful natural holiday décor. Registration required. 10am-12pm. Fee: $45, $35/members. Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Register/Info: 410.634.2847 or adkinsarboretum.org.

Dec. 3 – Historic Open House during “Heck with the Malls!” Wright’s Chance will be open for tours, with holiday goods for sale. 10am-2pm. FREE. Wright’s Chance, 119 S. Commerce St., Centreville. Info: 410.758.3010 or quchistory.org.

Dec. 4 – Childrens’ Tree Trimming Party. Celebrate the holidays in the 1860s way, with an old-fashioned taffy pull and crafts. 1pm-3pm. FREE. Captain Avery Museum, 1418 East West Shady Side Rd., Shady Side. Info: 410.867.4486 or shadysidemuseum.org.

Dec. 4 – Massey Air Museum Open Hangar Party. Celebrate the progress of The Massey Aerodome with potluck hors d’oeuvres. 1pm-5pm. FREE. Massey Aerodome, 33541 Maryland Line Rd., Massey. Info: 410.928.5270 or masseyaero.org.

Dec. 8 – Basketry: Free-Form Basket. Learn how to make a free-form basket with jasmine vine and rattan. Registration required. 10am-4pm. Fee: $55, $45/members. Adkins Arboretum, 12610 Eveland Rd., Ridgely. Register/Info: 410.634.2847 or adkinsarboretum.org.

Dec. 9-11 – “Snow Ball’n” Middle School Basketball Tournament. Middle school teams from around the city will compete for awards, with proceeds benefiting charity. $250/team, register by 11/19. “Pip” Moyer Recreation Center at Truxtun Park, 273 Hillstop Lane, Annapolis. Register/Info: 410.263.7966 or Annapolis.gov/Stanton.

Dec. 10&11, 17&19 – Ballet Theatre of Maryland Presents “The Nutcracker.” The beloved tale of a toy come to life. Sat: 7pm, Sun: 1pm & 4:30pm, with meet-and-greet Sugar Plum Parties Sun. 12pm & 3:30pm. Tickets: $45-19. Maryland Hall Main Stage. 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Tickets/Info: 410.280.5640 or marylandhall.org.

Dec. 10 – Victorian High Tea. Proper English tea with sandwiches and scones, presented by the Queen Anne’s County Historical Society. 2pm. Tickets: $25. St. Paul’s Episcopal Church Hall, 301 S. Liberty St., Centreville. Tickets/Info: 410.758.3010 or qachistorical@verizon.net.

Dec. 11 – Film Screening: “The African Queen.” The Talbot Cinema Society presents this 1951 romantic adventure classic. 5:15pm doors/refreshments. Subscription required: $45/person, $90/couple. Avalon Theatre, 40 East Dover St., Easton. Info: 410.924.5752 or talbotcinemasociety.org.

Dec. 15 – 3rd Thursday Comedy in the Stoltz: Hampton Yount. See the 2008 DC Improv Comedy Competiton champion performing live. 8pm. Tickets: $10. Stoltz Listening Room, Avalon Theatre, 40 East Dover St., Easton. Tickets/Info: 410.822.7299 or avalontheatre.com.

Dec. 16-18 – Live Arts Maryland Presents: Handel’s Messiah. Fri. & Sat.: 8pm, Sun.: 3pm. Tickets: $37, $17/Youth Chorus Member, $12/students. St. Anne’s Episcopal Church, Church Circle, Annapolis. Tickets/Info: 410.280.5640 or marylandhall.org.

Dec. 16 – Simply Sinatra Christmas. With José-Luis Novo as conductor and Steve Lippia as vocalist, singing the most beloved holiday songs and numbers from legendary singer Frank Sinatra. 8pm. Tickets: $45-10. Maryland Hall. 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Tickets/Info: 410.263.0907 or annapolissymphony.org.

Dec. 17 – Eric Byrd Trio: “A Charlie Brown Christmas.” Enjoy a DVD showing of Charles Shultz’s classic, followed by a live performance of songs from the show. 1pm. Tickets: $15. Avalon Theatre, 40 East Dover St., Easton. Tickets/Info: 410.822.7299 or avalontheatre.com.

Dec. 17 – Eric Byrd Trio: Holiday Jazz Show. Expect a modern, energized twist on the classics. 8pm. Tickets: $25. Stoltz Listening Room, Avalon Theatre, 40 East Dover St., Easton. Tickets/Info: 410.822.7299 or avalontheatre.com.

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