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SUMMARY:Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Annapolis & Maryland State House Walking Tour (+USNA option) \n10:00am-11:30am\no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $20/Adult; $12/Child\no Add on USNA (+45 min and +$4/person) \nJolly Express Cruise \n45-minute\, 12:00pm -6:00pm\, every hour on the hour \no Prince George Street Dock at City Dock\no $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under \nHistoric Maryland State House Tour \n1:30pm-2:45pm\no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $18/Adult $9/Child \nSpecial Historic Holiday Tour \n3:00pm-4:45pm \no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $30/Adult $16/Child 3-11 years \n \nfor more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/watermark-tours-in-annapolis-6/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T123000
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SUMMARY:Tea with the Sugar Plum Fairy & the Nutcracker Prince
DESCRIPTION:Children get a front row seat to this delightful holiday performance from the National Ballet Institute for the Arts Company. Guests will enjoy tea\, cocoa\, and assortment of holiday treats and suites.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/tea-with-the-sugar-plum-fairy-the-nutcracker-prince/
LOCATION:Captain Avery Museum\, 1418 E West Shady Side Road\, Shady Side\, MD\, 20764\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000
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SUMMARY:Odenton Heritage Society December 2025 Open House
DESCRIPTION:On Sunday\, December 7\, the Odenton Heritage Society will commemorate Japan’s surprise attack on Pearl Harbor with a special display\, “On Their Minds and In Their Hearts: Christmas in World War II.” \nDuring the war\, the holiday season became a time to remember American servicemen and women overseas and those who gave their lives in the line of duty. The holidays also brought adjustments due to wartime rationing of food\, tires\, and gasoline. Featuring personal recollections of the “Day of Infamy\,” letters and gifts sent to soldiers overseas\, and Odenton’s role in mobilizing soldiers in trains and buses\, the display examines sacrifice\, resilience\, and optimism on the home front and one town’s determination to help win the war.Desserts based on wartime recipes will be available to sample. \nAdmission and guided tours of the OHS museum with costumed docents are free. \nEvent page: https://www.odentonheritage.org/event/ohs-december-2025-open-house/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/odenton-heritage-society-december-2025-open-house/
LOCATION:Odenton Heritage Historical Center\, 1367 Odenton Road\, Odenton\, Maryland\, 21113
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T160000
DTSTAMP:20251203T005833Z
CREATED:20251203T005833Z
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UID:37345-1765116000-1765123200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Tea & Trivia at the Rising Sun Inn
DESCRIPTION:Start are your holiday season out with a bit of tea. Grab your favorite person and a reserve your spot at the historic Rising Sun Inn \nGet ready to sip some festive tea and test your knowledge with holiday-themed trivia – it’s going down at the Rising Sun Inn! Join us for a Holiday-Inspired Afternoon Tea at The Rising Sun Inn! \nEnjoy a festive afternoon complete with our holiday afternoon tea menu. \n\nDate: Saturday\, December 7\, 2025\nTime: 2:00 PM\nLocation: The Rising Sun Inn\n\n\nFestive Attire Encouraged: Feel free to wear your favorite ugly Christmas sweater or dress up for the occasion!\nHoliday Trivia: Test your seasonal knowledge for a chance to win a prize.\n\nTickets & Registration \n\n$43 per person\n$75 for two people\n\nRegister here: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/tea-and-trivia-holiday-edition and pay no fees when you uncheck the donation to Zeffy box. \n\nRefund Policy: NO REFUNDS will be issued after December 3rd at 5:00 PM.\nQuestions: Please email us at ContactUs@RisingSunInn.org or call/text 410.865.9136.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-tea-trivia-at-the-rising-sun-inn/
LOCATION:Historic Rising Sun Inn\, 1090 General’s Highway\, Crownsville\, MD\, 21032\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Rising Sun Inn":MAILTO:friendsofrisingsuninn@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251208T120000
DTSTAMP:20251203T004248Z
CREATED:20251203T004158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T004248Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Tour of the William Paca House
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. \nYou’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour candlelit tour. Enjoy the elegant decorations while you learn about 18th century Annapolis and Maryland holiday traditions and how the Paca household prepared for their guests. The historic home is ready to greet you with music\, garlands\, a sweet treat\, and a take-home recipe! \nCost: $15 General Admission; $12 for HA Members\, HA Volunteers\, and Military; $7 Children (3-17) \nAdvance registration recommended\, space is limited. This tour requires ascending several flights of stairs.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-traditions-tour-of-the-william-paca-house-7/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T140000
DTSTAMP:20251211T170449Z
CREATED:20251211T170449Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251211T170449Z
UID:37402-1765458000-1765461600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:The Land Remembers:  Piscataway Stories of Continuity
DESCRIPTION:Join Anjela Barnes (Piscataway)\, Executive Director of the Accokeek Foundation\, as she shares the story of Piscataway Park as a living cultural landscape and a place of ancestral connection. This presentation traces the park’s preservation journey from early land trust efforts in the 1950s to its designation as the first national park established to “preserve historic vistas.” Speaking on behalf of the Accokeek Foundation\, Barnes will highlight the deep history of the Piscataway people\, their ancestral capital of Moyaon\, and the ongoing journey of cultural resilience and restoration. Through stories of land\, foodways\, and identity\, she will share how the Accokeek Foundation is working in partnership with Indigenous communities to honor heritage\, steward the land\, and envision a future of healing\, kinship\, and resilience. Learn more about the Accokeek Foundation’s work and plan your visit at www.accokeek.org. \n  \nAnjela Barnes is Executive Director of the Accokeek Foundation\, located at Piscataway Park\, where she proudly stewards and preserves the traditional homelands of the Piscataway people. Barnes’s journey with the Foundation began in 2009\, where she initially contributed her expertise to managing marketing and development campaigns. Over the years\, she ascended to the role of Vice President of Operations in 2018\, demonstrating her commitment and leadership within the organization. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Maryland (2004). Driven by a profound passion for community engagement and environmental advocacy\, Anjela’s professional interests lie at the intersection of food systems\, health\, disease\, and environmental change. She advocates for a community-centered approach to address these complex issues\, emphasizing collaboration and inclusivity in her endeavors.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/the-land-remembers-piscataway-stories-of-continuity/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T143000
DTSTAMP:20251111T003311Z
CREATED:20251111T003311Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T003311Z
UID:37280-1765458000-1765463400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Lunch & Learn: The Land Remembers: Piscataway Stories of Continuity
DESCRIPTION:Join Anjela Barnes (Piscataway)\, Executive Director of the Accokeek Foundation\, as she shares the story of Piscataway Park as a living cultural landscape and a place of ancestral connection. This presentation traces the park’s preservation journey from early land trust efforts in the 1950s to its designation as the first national park established to “preserve historic vistas.” Barnes will speak on behalf of the Accokeek Foundation\, highlighting the deep history of the Piscataway people\, their ancestral capital of Moyaon\, and the ongoing journey of cultural resilience and restoration. Through stories of land\, foodways\, and identity\, she will share how the Accokeek Foundation is working in partnership with Indigenous communities to honor heritage\, steward the land\, and envision a future of healing\, kinship\, and resilience. Learn more about the Accokeek Foundation’s work and plan your visit at www.accokeek.org. \nAnjela Barnes is Executive Director of the Accokeek Foundation\, located at Piscataway Park\, where she proudly stewards and preserves the traditional homelands of the Piscataway people. Barnes’sjourney with the Foundation began in 2009\, where she initially contributed her expertise to managing marketing and development campaigns. Over the years\, she ascended to the role of Vice President of Operations in 2018\, demonstrating her commitment and leadership within the organization. She holds a Bachelor’s degree in marketing from the University of Maryland (2004). Driven by a profound passion for community engagement and environmental advocacy\, Anjela’s professional interests lie at the intersection of food systems\, health\, disease\, and environmental change. She advocates for a community-centered approach to address these complex issues\, emphasizing collaboration and inclusivity in her endeavors.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/lunch-learn-the-land-remembers-piscataway-stories-of-continuity/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251211T200000
DTSTAMP:20251203T005409Z
CREATED:20251203T005409Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T005409Z
UID:37343-1765476000-1765483200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Hammond-Harwood House Holiday Open House
DESCRIPTION:Cruising Annapolis during Midnight Madness? Stop by Hammond-Harwood House for a free visit to see the historic rooms decorated for the season\, listen to period music and enjoy mulled cider. \nHammond-Harwood House\, now 251 years old\, has hosted many holiday celebrations. From the earliest family who lived here beginning in 1806\, traditions have been built following American styles through the years. This year garden clubs in the Annapolis/Baltimore area have decorated the rooms in elegant and classical ways\, harkening back to the earliest times.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/hammond-harwood-house-holiday-open-house/
LOCATION:Hammond-Harwood House\, 19 Maryland Ave\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T120000
DTSTAMP:20251203T004034Z
CREATED:20251203T004034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T004034Z
UID:37332-1765537200-1765540800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Tour of the William Paca House
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. \nYou’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour candlelit tour. Enjoy the elegant decorations while you learn about 18th century Annapolis and Maryland holiday traditions and how the Paca household prepared for their guests. The historic home is ready to greet you with music\, garlands\, a sweet treat\, and a take-home recipe! \nCost: $15 General Admission; $12 for HA Members\, HA Volunteers\, and Military; $7 Children (3-17) \nAdvance registration recommended\, space is limited. This tour requires ascending several flights of stairs.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-traditions-tour-of-the-william-paca-house-5/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T173000
DTSTAMP:20251210T000221Z
CREATED:20251210T000221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T000221Z
UID:37383-1765553400-1765560600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Lantern Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and experience the warmth and wonder of the holiday season at Holidays at London Town! As the sun sets\, explore the historic William Brown House by the glow of candlelight and lights illuminating our historic area for an enchanting evening tour\, bringing history to life. This special 45-minute candlelight program is included with admission. There are two tour times to choose from: 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/lantern-tours/
LOCATION:Historic London Town and Gardens\, 839 Londontown Road\, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic London Town and Gardens":MAILTO:londontown@historiclondontown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T170000
DTSTAMP:20251203T003845Z
CREATED:20251203T003845Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T003845Z
UID:37330-1765555200-1765558800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Tour of the William Paca House
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. \nYou’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour candlelit tour. Enjoy the elegant decorations while you learn about 18th century Annapolis and Maryland holiday traditions and how the Paca household prepared for their guests. The historic home is ready to greet you with music\, garlands\, a sweet treat\, and a take-home recipe! \nCost: $15 General Admission; $12 for HA Members\, HA Volunteers\, and Military; $7 Children (3-17) \nAdvance registration recommended\, space is limited. This tour requires ascending several flights of stairs.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-traditions-tour-of-the-william-paca-house-3/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20251020T143851Z
CREATED:20251020T143800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251020T143851Z
UID:37238-1765564200-1765569600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Colonial Cocktails: Yuletide
DESCRIPTION:Toast the Yuletide season with some chocolate port\, alongside an array of this year’s greatest hits from our monthly Colonial Cocktails program. Enjoy special access to our 18th-century brick tavern as you learn a little bit about what Christmas was like for all London Town citizens. 21+ and pre-registration is required. \nRegister for tickets by clicking here \n 
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/colonial-cocktails-yuletide/
LOCATION:Historic London Town and Gardens\, 839 Londontown Road\, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251212T200000
DTSTAMP:20251210T000342Z
CREATED:20251210T000342Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T000342Z
UID:37385-1765564200-1765569600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Colonial Cocktails: Yuletide
DESCRIPTION:Toast the Yuletide season with some chocolate port\, alongside an array of this year’s greatest hits from our monthly Colonial Cocktails program. Enjoy special access to our 18th-century brick tavern as you learn a little bit about what Christmas was like for all London Town citizens. 21+ and pre-registration is required.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/colonial-cocktails-yuletide-2/
LOCATION:Historic London Town and Gardens\, 839 Londontown Road\, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic London Town and Gardens":MAILTO:londontown@historiclondontown.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20251201T175450Z
CREATED:20251020T125357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251201T175450Z
UID:37232-1765620000-1765641600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Annual Kwanzaa Celebration
DESCRIPTION:A Day of Unity\, Culture\, & Celebration: Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Presents Its Annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Dec. 13 in Annapolis \nPerformances by the Performing Arts Center for African Cultures\, Cuisine by Swahilli Village\, and Black-owned vendors market anchor BDTM’s Kwanzaa celebration \nAnnapolis\, MD – The Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum invites the public to join us for our unified and joyous Annual Kwanzaa Celebration on Saturday\, December 13\, 2025\, from 10:00 AM – 4:00 PM at 84 Franklin Street in Annapolis\, MD. \nJoin in immersive cultural experiences\, performances\, and collective storytelling that invite reflection on Black heritage\, resilience\, and joy. Experience live performances based in African diasporic traditions\, Afrocentric cuisine\, interactive art-making\, and a Black-owned vendors marketplace with one-of-a-kind jewelry\, clothes\, books\, and thoughtful Holiday gifts. This vibrant all-day celebration of art\, music\, food\, storytelling\, and community embodies the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa: Unity (Umoja)\, Self-Determination (Kujichagulia)\, Collective Work and Responsibility (Ujima)\, Cooperative Economics (Ujamaa)\, Purpose (Nia)\, Creativity (Kuumba)\, and Faith (Imani). \n\n 
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/annual-kwanzaa-celebration/
LOCATION:Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum\, 84 Franklin St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTSTAMP:20251203T005558Z
CREATED:20251203T005558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T005558Z
UID:37344-1765620000-1765641600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Annual Kwanzaa Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Kwanzaa in unity and joy at the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum’s Annual Kwanzaa Celebration! This vibrant festival of art\, music\, food\, storytelling\, and community honors the Nguzo Saba (Seven Principles) and reflects on Black heritage\, resilience\, and joy. \nExperience powerful discussions\, move to the rhythm of live performances rooted in African diasporic traditions\, and savor Afrocentric cuisine that connects us to ancestral flavors. Explore the Black-owned vendors market\, discover meaningful holiday gifts\, and contribute to our Memory Session\, preserving stories that will inspire generations to come. \nLet’s honor the past\, celebrate the present\, and inspire the future—together. \nRegister here: https://bit.ly/2025KwanzaaCelebration
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/annual-kwanzaa-celebration-2/
LOCATION:Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum\, 84 Franklin St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T173000
DTSTAMP:20251210T000504Z
CREATED:20251210T000504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T000504Z
UID:37387-1765639800-1765647000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Lantern Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and experience the warmth and wonder of the holiday season at Holidays at London Town! As the sun sets\, explore the historic William Brown House by the glow of candlelight and lights illuminating our historic area for an enchanting evening tour\, bringing history to life. This special 45-minute candlelight program is included with admission. There are two tour times to choose from: 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/lantern-tours-2/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T170000
DTSTAMP:20251203T004732Z
CREATED:20251203T004732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T004732Z
UID:37338-1765641600-1765645200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Tour of the William Paca House
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. \nYou’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour candlelit tour. Enjoy the elegant decorations while you learn about 18th century Annapolis and Maryland holiday traditions and how the Paca household prepared for their guests. The historic home is ready to greet you with music\, garlands\, a sweet treat\, and a take-home recipe! \nCost: $15 General Admission; $12 for HA Members\, HA Volunteers\, and Military; $7 Children (3-17) \nAdvance registration recommended\, space is limited. This tour requires ascending several flights of stairs.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-traditions-tour-of-the-william-paca-house-11/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251213T200000
DTSTAMP:20251210T000643Z
CREATED:20251210T000643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T000643Z
UID:37389-1765650600-1765656000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Encore! Colonial Cocktails: Yuletide
DESCRIPTION:Because our first event was sold out\, we created another Yuletide event for you! Toast the Yuletide season with some chocolate port\, alongside an array of this year’s greatest hits from our monthly Colonial Cocktails program. Enjoy special access to our 18th-century brick tavern as you learn a little bit about what Christmas was like for all London Town citizens. 21+ and pre-registration is required.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/encore-colonial-cocktails-yuletide/
LOCATION:Historic London Town and Gardens\, 839 Londontown Road\, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic London Town and Gardens":MAILTO:londontown@historiclondontown.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251214T160000
DTSTAMP:20251203T010023Z
CREATED:20251203T010023Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T010023Z
UID:37347-1765720800-1765728000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Make-your-Own Series: Holiday Floral Centerpiece Arrangement
DESCRIPTION:Start your holiday season by designing a beautiful\, fresh centerpiece that will last through the season. \nDate: Saturday\, December 14\, 2025\nTime: 2:00 PM\nLocation: Historic Rising Sun Inn\nAddress: 1090 General’s Highway\, Crownsville\, MD\n🌲 About the Workshop \n\n\n\nDesign: Create a beautiful\, long-lasting centerpiece using a fresh evergreen base.\n\n\n\n\nInstructor: All materials and professional instruction are provided by Shelly Baker\, owner of Shelly’s Blossom Shop.\n\n💰 Pricing & RegistrationPrice: $65.00 per centerpiece. \n\nAdditional Centerpieces: If you wish to make more than one centerpiece\, advanced ordering is necessary.\nNo time to make your own? We’ll make one for you to pick up! Pick up by 5pm on December 14th!\n\nRegister: \n\nOnline Registration: https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/make-your-own-holiday-centerpiece (uncheck the donate to Zeffy box and pay NO fees)\n\n\nNO REFUNDS will be issued after December 10th.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/make-your-own-series-holiday-floral-centerpiece-arrangement/
LOCATION:Historic Rising Sun Inn\, 1090 General’s Highway\, Crownsville\, MD\, 21032\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Friends of the Rising Sun Inn":MAILTO:friendsofrisingsuninn@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T120000
DTSTAMP:20251203T004348Z
CREATED:20251203T004348Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T004348Z
UID:37335-1765796400-1765800000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Tour of the William Paca House
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. \nYou’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour candlelit tour. Enjoy the elegant decorations while you learn about 18th century Annapolis and Maryland holiday traditions and how the Paca household prepared for their guests. The historic home is ready to greet you with music\, garlands\, a sweet treat\, and a take-home recipe! \nCost: $15 General Admission; $12 for HA Members\, HA Volunteers\, and Military; $7 Children (3-17) \nAdvance registration recommended\, space is limited. This tour requires ascending several flights of stairs.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-traditions-tour-of-the-william-paca-house-8/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251215T193000
DTSTAMP:20251124T161418Z
CREATED:20251124T161418Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T161418Z
UID:37317-1765821600-1765827000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Reading of "A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:Please join SERC for the third annual reading of “A Christmas Carol”- in the atmospheric front parlor of the decorated historic Woodlawn house.  The reading is done by local actors who volunteer their time for this no-cost event.  The reading will be held 6-7:30 pm on both 12/15 & 12/16 to accomodate as many guests as possible.  Woodlawn will open at 5pm to allow viewing of the exhibit. \nWoodlawn is the oldest building in the Smithsonian’s collection and is still in the original landscape context! \nLight refreshments (cider and cookies) will be served. \n***If full\, please contact dunhamc@si.edu if you would like to be added to the wait list. \n****Please cancel your sign-up here on SignUp Genius ASAP if you can no longer attend\, due to strong demand for seats. \nThis free event is open to the general public\, staff & volunteers. (A max of 4 seats per family\, please).
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/reading-of-a-christmas-carol-3/
LOCATION:Smithsonian Environmental Research Center\, 647 Contees Wharf Road \, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037 \, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T110000
DTSTAMP:20251203T005146Z
CREATED:20251203T004935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T005146Z
UID:37340-1765879200-1765882800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Mr. Paca’s Garden Storytime – Fall Series – “Happy All-idays” by Cindy Jin
DESCRIPTION: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. \n“Happy All-idays” by Cindy Jin\nDiscover how various families honor the winter season. “Happy All-idays” beautifully conveys the essence of Christmas\, Chanukah\, Kwanzaa\, and beyond! \nThe time has come \nto send holiday cheer \nto family and friends \nfar and near. \n We all celebrate the season \nin our own special way. \nLet’s look at how families \nprepare for each holiday! \nJoin us in celebrating the holiday season with song\, dance\, and a unique holiday craft! \nAdvance registration required\, space is limited
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/37340/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T193000
DTSTAMP:20251124T161518Z
CREATED:20251124T161518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T161518Z
UID:37318-1765908000-1765913400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Reading of "A Christmas Carol"
DESCRIPTION:Please join SERC for the third annual reading of “A Christmas Carol”- in the atmospheric front parlor of the decorated historic Woodlawn house.  The reading is done by local actors who volunteer their time for this no-cost event.  The reading will be held 6-7:30 pm on both 12/15 & 12/16 to accomodate as many guests as possible.  Woodlawn will open at 5pm to allow viewing of the exhibit. \nWoodlawn is the oldest building in the Smithsonian’s collection and is still in the original landscape context! \nLight refreshments (cider and cookies) will be served. \n***If full\, please contact dunhamc@si.edu if you would like to be added to the wait list. \n****Please cancel your sign-up here on SignUp Genius ASAP if you can no longer attend\, due to strong demand for seats. \nThis free event is open to the general public\, staff & volunteers. (A max of 4 seats per family\, please).
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/reading-of-a-christmas-carol-4/
LOCATION:Smithsonian Environmental Research Center\, 647 Contees Wharf Road \, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037 \, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251216T203000
DTSTAMP:20251203T005044Z
CREATED:20251203T005044Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T005044Z
UID:37342-1765911600-1765917000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Virtual Lecture – Strangers in the Realm: Immigration to Colonial America with Dr. Richard Bell
DESCRIPTION:The American colonies were full of strangers–new arrivals born far away. Among the white population\, those colonies teemed with immigrants from all across western Europe and elsewhere. Why did they come? Where did they settle? How did they live? To answer these questions\, we’ll examine the demographic makeup of the British colonies in 1700 and then look at how things changed in the decades afterward. To do so\, we’ll focus in on the immigration experiences of the English\, the Scots\, and the Germans\, the three groups–along with enslaved Africans\, of course–who took the lion’s share of places on board the ships that delivered immigrants in such massive numbers to British North America. \nCost: FREE \nAdvance registration required; registration closes on half-hour prior to lecture.  \nCan’t watch live? All lectures will be recorded. Please register and you’ll receive the link to watch the recording after the event.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/virtual-lecture-strangers-in-the-realm-immigration-to-colonial-america-with-dr-richard-bell/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251217T120000
DTSTAMP:20251113T183354Z
CREATED:20251113T161908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T183354Z
UID:37292-1765965600-1765972800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Homeschool Hikers – (Arthropods) Fossils
DESCRIPTION:Your homeschooler is invited to join us as we explore various topics related to the natural spaces of Jug Bay. We delve into nature concepts\, spend time outdoors\, and have fun learning. Our fall theme is Arthropods. December’s class focuses on Fossils. This is a drop-off program. Dress for the weather. Wear comfortable closed-toe shoes. Ages 6 to 9. Fee: $10 per child. No refunds for participant cancellations or no shows. Minimum 5 & maximum 12 participants. Registration is required at https://apm.activecommunities.com/aarecparks/Home  Activity Net #43025. For questions\, call 410-222-8006 or email jugbay@aacounty.org
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/homeschool-hikers-arthropods-fossils/
LOCATION:Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary\, 1361 Wrighton Rd\, Lothian\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T093000
DTSTAMP:20251202T162603Z
CREATED:20251202T162603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251202T162603Z
UID:37321-1766043000-1766050200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Waterbird Survey at Jug Bay
DESCRIPTION:Every other Thursday \nJoin a periodic survey of waterbirds on freshwater\, tidal\, marshes at Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary. The ornithological knowledge and collaborative attitude of our volunteer team creates a phenomenal learning experience. All of this in the beautiful early morning light of the Jug Bay Wetlands\, on the Patuxent River. Ages: 12 and older; 12 to 14 must be accompanied by an adult; 15 and older must be accompanied by an adult on the first day to complete a release form. Free (entrance fee waived). Registration required.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/waterbird-survey-at-jug-bay/
LOCATION:Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary\, 1361 Wrighton Rd\, Lothian\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251218T180000
DTSTAMP:20251218T155241Z
CREATED:20251218T155241Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T155241Z
UID:37423-1766066400-1766080800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Jolly Express Cruise -Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Jolly Express Cruise-45-minute\, 2:00pm -6:00pm (every hour on the hour) \no Prince George Street Dock at City Dock\no $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under \n  \n \nfor more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/jolly-express-cruise-watermark-tours-in-annapolis-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T120000
DTSTAMP:20251203T004111Z
CREATED:20251203T004111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T004111Z
UID:37333-1766142000-1766145600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Traditions Tour of the William Paca House
DESCRIPTION:Experience the joy of the holiday season with a festive tour of the William Paca House! Gather your family and friends and begin the holiday season amidst the charming decorations of our historic mansion. \nYou’ll be guided through the home of a Signer of the Declaration of Independence by your knowledgeable docent on a one-hour candlelit tour. Enjoy the elegant decorations while you learn about 18th century Annapolis and Maryland holiday traditions and how the Paca household prepared for their guests. The historic home is ready to greet you with music\, garlands\, a sweet treat\, and a take-home recipe! \nCost: $15 General Admission; $12 for HA Members\, HA Volunteers\, and Military; $7 Children (3-17) \nAdvance registration recommended\, space is limited. This tour requires ascending several flights of stairs.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-traditions-tour-of-the-william-paca-house-6/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T203000
DTSTAMP:20251218T160801Z
CREATED:20251218T160244Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251218T160801Z
UID:37425-1766152800-1766176200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Jolly Express Cruise-45-minute\, 2:00pm -6:00pm (every hour on the hour-6pm full) \no Prince George Street Dock at City Dock\no $28/Adult $15/Child 11 and under \nHoliday Candlelight Stroll-7:00pm-8:30pm \no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $28/Adult $15/Child 3-11 years \n  \n \nfor more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/holiday-watermark-tours-in-annapolis/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251219T173000
DTSTAMP:20251210T000807Z
CREATED:20251210T000807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251210T000807Z
UID:37391-1766158200-1766165400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Lantern Tours
DESCRIPTION:Step back in time and experience the warmth and wonder of the holiday season at Holidays at London Town! As the sun sets\, explore the historic William Brown House by the glow of candlelight and lights illuminating our historic area for an enchanting evening tour\, bringing history to life. This special 45-minute candlelight program is included with admission. There are two tour times to choose from: 3:30 pm and 4:30 pm.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/lantern-tours-3/
LOCATION:Historic London Town and Gardens\, 839 Londontown Road\, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Historic London Town and Gardens":MAILTO:londontown@historiclondontown.org
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