Wednesday evenings, April 26 through August 30 First Gun: Approximately 6:10 p.m. Grab your favorite dockside seat in America’s Sailing Capital to watch some 130 crews compete in midweek races that involve sailing around several marks in the Chesapeake Bay before heading back to Spa Creek for a finish in front of the Annapolis Yacht Club. For many, the post-race party is the official beginning of the weekend. Grab a seat at City Dock to see the race or the Spa Creek Bridge to catch the best view of the...

Building off the success of their presentations in 2016, Visit Annapolis & Anne Arundel County has asked the Symmetry Agency to help create a monthly series that highlights specific, educational topics for their partners. April 27 – WordPress 101 with speaker Darin Gilliam Senator John C. Astle Conference Room. Free.

Set in the charming, historic seaport of Annapolis, the 2017 Spring Sailboat Show is the first opportunity of the year for experienced and novice sailors to shop for the latest in equipment, electronics, clothing and boating accessories at the 100+ on-land nautical exhibits and on-site pro surf shops. The in-water springtime show typically features more than 80 new and previously-owned sailboats of all types and sizes – including catamarans, mono hulls, racing boats, inflatables and day sailors. Cruisers University will take place April 27-30. Individuals can register to learn all...

The Muddy Creek Artists Guild’s 9th Annual Spring Art Show and Sale will feature the artwork of more than 50 South County artists including original paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, textiles, glass and mixed media. The show is free to the public and everyone is welcome to browse the show and shop for unique artworks and gift items. The Spring Show always features all new work by the Muddy Creek artists. There are special events planned throughout the show, including live music and an opportunity to meet the artists during an...

Party like a pirate at London Town’s annual benefit. Enjoy delicious food from ten caterers; dance the night away; bid on amazing auction prizes; enjoy great beverages, including a tasting table with Blackwater Distillery; and raise funds for a good cause. Come dressed as a pirate or in cocktail attire, and get ready for a fun evening against a garden backdrop along the South River. Admission: General Admission: $85; VIP Admission, $125

For 80 years, the Maryland House and Garden Pilgrimage (MHGP) has invited guests inside hundreds of extraordinary homes and gardens throughout Maryland. This year, Historic Annapolis is partnering with MHGP to host a tour that will combine the new and old, feature exquisite town homes and waterfront estates with stunning gardens that showcase the architectural diversity, historical significance, and geographic beauty of Anne Arundel County.  Don’t miss your chance to tour these magnificent homes! Cost: Advance Gift Certificates: $30 (Choose from any one of three county tours – Anne Arundel...

The Muddy Creek Artists Guild’s 9th Annual Spring Art Show and Sale will feature the artwork of more than 50 South County artists including original paintings, photography, jewelry, pottery, textiles, glass and mixed media. The show is free to the public and everyone is welcome to browse the show and shop for unique artworks and gift items. The Spring Show always features all new work by the Muddy Creek artists. There are special events planned throughout the show, including live music. In addition to enjoying the artwork presented by Guild...

Pirate’s Cove Restaurant will host its second annual “Pigs & Pearls” BBQ and oyster roast to benefit the West and Rhode Riverkeeper. The event, featuring live music by the Eastport Oyster Boys, will mark the official opening of the season at the Pirate’s Cove Dock Bar on Riverside Drive in Galesville. Tickets are $40 in advance or $45 at the door. Kids 5 – 12 are $10. Tickets are available at Pirate’s Cove Restaurant in Galesville or online at http://www.brianborupub.com/gift-certificates.

The City of Annapolis and the Town of Highland Beach, MD are now Bee City USA designated. Learn more about joining in the efforts to save the pollinators and make our town a pollinator destination at the first Bee City USA event! Join us for education, fun and savings as we celebrate our pollinators! There will be educational exhibits and fun activities for everyone.  

This annual exhibition is a diverse collection of ceramics, paintings, drawings, prints, sculpture, textiles, and photographs that elegantly represents the artistic talent of the community. April 30 Artists Opening Reception and Moran Prize Announcement from 3 to 5 p.m. On view through May 14, 2017. Free.