Our next Green Drinks will take place among beautiful spring flowers at Homestead Gardens in Davidsonville on March 21 right in the midst of the Gardens’ Spring Kickoff. In addition to delicious appetizers from Bread & Butter Kitchen we’ll feature some of the many environmental organizations who make our area such a great place.
Many Marylanders have heard it called "The Old Line State" but many believe it refers to the Mason-Dixon Line that marked its northern boundary with Pennsylvania and Delaware. However, during America's hard-fought War of Independence, Maryland furnished its share of soldiers to the Continental Army. From their first engagement at the August 1776 battle of Long Island (also called the battle of Brooklyn), the Maryland troops proved brave and efficient in their fighting ability. Among the best soldiers in the fledgling U.S. Army, General George Washington bestowed on them the...
From punches to bounces, syllabubs to juleps, colonists imbibed a wide variety of alcoholic beverages. At Colonial Cocktails, you’ll get to make and enjoy two historical drinks and learn about colonial tavern culture. To kick off our fourth season of Cocktails, we'll be pairing Usquebaugh, the spiced whiskey that's become an old favorite with Dr. Salmon's Punch, a fun, brandy drink from the 17th century! Participants must be 21+ Prices: Members: $25 Non-Members: $33 Please note: this program is held outside under a tent.
Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime is a fun hour full of reading and activities in the William Paca Garden, a secret treasure in the Historic District of Annapolis. Each program is designed for little ones, 3-7 years, with a book reading, song, and craft/art project, plus time to explore the Paca Garden following the story hour. This Week’s Book: Mae Among the Stars by Roda Ahmed Do you know what you want to be when you grow up? Little Mae imagined dancing in space, surrounded by billions of stars. She wanted to...
Maryland Day Weekend is a unique heritage based group of events in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County. Maryland Day celebrations in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are a hit with family and friends getting together to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Many know we have the signers of the Declaration of Independence calling the area home, regional arts destinations like Maryland Hall and our rich maritime history with the Chesapeake Bay but we have a lot of great surprises you might not be aware of. Plan to visit...
Maryland Day Weekend is a unique heritage based group of events in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County. Maryland Day celebrations in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are a hit with family and friends getting together to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Many know we have the signers of the Declaration of Independence calling the area home, regional arts destinations like Maryland Hall and our rich maritime history with the Chesapeake Bay but we have a lot of great surprises you might not be aware of. Plan to visit...
Maryland Day Weekend is a unique heritage based group of events in Annapolis and southern Anne Arundel County. Maryland Day celebrations in Annapolis and Anne Arundel County are a hit with family and friends getting together to experience the local history, culture and heritage of the region. Many know we have the signers of the Declaration of Independence calling the area home, regional arts destinations like Maryland Hall and our rich maritime history with the Chesapeake Bay but we have a lot of great surprises you might not be aware of. Plan to visit...
In this family-friendly activity, participants will tour the Hammond-Harwood House, go on an Easter egg hunt in the garden, and paint the wooden eggs that are found. Ticket price is per child. Price: $15 | Members: $10