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Let the Spirit Sing: A Martin Luther King Celebration

St. John’s College, Francis Scott Key Auditorium 60 College Avenue , Annapolis, United States

This encore concert by the Extensions of Faith Praise Choir is back due to the enthusiastic response to their performance for the 2017 Martin Luther King concert held during last year's Ruth Starr Rose exhibition in the Mitchell Gallery. Ramocille Johnson leads this non-denominational chorus of over 30 voices accompanied by bass guitar, drums, percussions, and keyboard. The choir, who performs throughout Maryland, is known for their vibrant interpretations of Gospel music, as well as traditional spirituals and hymns. This event is free and open to the public. A reception...

The Skin you Live In

Chesapeake Children's Museum 25 Silopanna Road, Annapolis, MD, United States

Honor the birthday of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. with hands-on activities about skin color. Why are we different and how are we all the same? Ages 7-12. Two sessions:  $8 per child. No charge for accompanying adults

Winter Lecture Series: A Brief Outline of Annapolis History

William Paca House and Garden 186 Prince George Street , Annapolis, MD, United States

Annapolis has a long, complicated history dating back to the 17th century, so getting a firm mental handle on it can be difficult. Senior Historian Glenn E. Campbell breaks down the history of Maryland's capital city into thematic blocks of time to help program attendees make sense of it all. Reservations Required.

“King’s Dream: Then and Now”

Pascal Center for Performing Arts, Anne Arundel Community College 101 College Pkwy, Arnold, MD, United States

County Executive Steve Schuh and Anne Arundel United will host a special event honoring the Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to include a screening of his iconic “I Have a Dream” speech and presentations by experts called “King’s Dream: Then and Now.” The event will take place on Tuesday, January 16, from 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Pascal Center for Performing Arts at Anne Arundel Community College. Doors will open and a welcoming reception will start at 6 p.m. Featured speakers will include Dr. Lester Brooks from Anne Arundel...

Climate Change Science in 2018

Smithsonian Environmental Research Center 647 Contees Wharf Road , Edgewater, MD, United States

Speaker: Bert Drake, SERC scientist emeritus In the kickoff lecture, get the latest on climate change science with SERC plant physiologist Bert Drake. Dr. Drake will recap some of the highlights of his 2017 "Making Sense of Climate Change" series, and introduce some of the newest developments over the past year.

Enhancing Elementary Excellence: Art and the Chesapeake Bay

Captain Avery Museum 1418 E West Shady Side Road, Shady Side, MD, United States

Please join the Captain Avery Museum at the opening reception and celebrate the diversity of art work produced by Shady Side Elementary School Arts & Humanities 4th Grade Class. The students chose to represent the Bay by creating visual artworks that show either the creatures found in the Bay or the boats that highlight the rich heritage of water men and women of the Bay.

Green Drinks Annapolis

Galway Bay Irish Pub 63 Maryland Ave, Annapolis, MD, United States

Attend the Maryland Environmental Legislative Workshop & Summit and then Continue the Conversation at Green Drinks You'll be excited about the 2018 environmental priorities presented at the Summit! Then what? Discuss them at Green Drinks and plan to take action. Plan to join us at Galway Bay Irish Pub for spirited conversation, delicious appetizers, and a cash bar. Space is limited so get there early. And DO plan to stay for dinner. Galway Bay is one of the Greenest restaurants in town, and not because they are Irish. In fact,...

Winter Lecture: The Ecological History of the Chesapeake Bay

Annapolis Maritime Museum 723 Second Street , Annapolis, MD, United States

Scope of Presentation Fossil pollen, macrophytes, and diatoms, along with dated sediment cores collected from the Chesapeake Bay, are used to study the history of the estuary. Change in the estuarine system from benthic (bottom-dwelling) to pelagic (open water) as the result of the transformation of the watershed from forest to agricultural fields beginning with European colonization. Large organisms that contributed to a highly productive economy, such as the oyster, shad, and striped bass have been replaced by smaller organisms with shorter life cycles such as microorganisms, small unicellular algae,...

Bobby Rush and Company

Maryland Hall 801 Chase Street, Annapolis, MD, United States

Part of the Frederick Douglass Bicentennial Celebration. Blues legend Bobby Rush headlines a special performance with fellow blues legends Vasti Jackson and Eden Brent.