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SUMMARY:Winter Luncheon Series - Summers in the 60s\, 70s and 80s In The Old Fishing Club and Our Place
DESCRIPTION:Summers in the 60s\, 70s and 80s In The Old Fishing Club and Our Place: What the Museum’s Evolution\n(and mine as well) Teaches Us About the History of Shady Side and the Meaning of Historic Preservation\nwith Paul Foer\, Representative of “Our Place”\, author\, and local business entrepreneur. \nJoin us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches\n\nDoors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread\, dessert\, and tea and coffee. \n\nAdmission\n\nIndividual Luncheons \n$25 for members; \n$35 for non-members \nPurchase tickets here
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/captain-avery-museum-winter-luncheon-series-summers-in-the-60s-70s-and-80s-in-the-old-fishing-club-and-our-place/
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:20260115T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T170000
DTSTAMP:20260115T192109Z
CREATED:20260115T192109Z
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UID:37577-1768464000-1768496400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Become a Vernal Pool Monitor
DESCRIPTION:Do you have a love for salamanders? Do frogs capture your heart? Are you interested in helping to protect vernal pools\, one of the most critical and vulnerable habitats for amphibian life cycles? If so\, then join our volunteer team to survey our ten vernal pools throughout the 2026 season\, beginning Feb 1 and ending May 30. Volunteers will receive an introduction to vernal pools\, water quality monitoring\, and our methods for sampling for animal life. Volunteers are expected to commit to visiting our \npools once per month for ~3 hours throughout the survey season which includes off-trail hiking. \nRegistration required. Ages 16 and older. Free.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/become-a-vernal-pool-monitor/
LOCATION:Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary\, 1361 Wrighton Rd\, Lothian\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T130000
DTSTAMP:20260115T181226Z
CREATED:20260115T181226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T181226Z
UID:37540-1768474800-1768482000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:MCAAHC February 2026 Public Meeting
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn about upcoming initiatives\, and to hear from engaging speakers in the heritage and preservation community. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/mcaahc-february-2026-public-meeting/
LOCATION:Reginald F. Lewis Museum\, 830 E Pratt Street\, Baltimore\, Maryland\, 21202\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T190000
DTSTAMP:20260115T180857Z
CREATED:20260115T180857Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T180857Z
UID:37538-1768500000-1768503600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Sacred Ground\, Shared Hands: Volunteer Power and the Preservation of Maryland’s Black Sacred Spaces | Virtual Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Honor MLK’s legacy of service! Join the Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum for “Sacred Ground\, Shared Hands\,” a deep dive into how volunteers are preserving Maryland’s historic Black cemeteries. Learn the impact\, the best practices\, and be inspired by success stories. \nModerated by MCAAHC’s Research Specialist\, Alexandria Anderson\, this program is more than a discussion; it is a call to action. As we celebrate the nation’s 250th birthday\, you will learn how you can contribute to this vital work\, honoring the legacy of Dr. King by serving your community and helping to preserve the sacred ground that holds the stories of our nation’s past. Together\, we can keep the memory alive.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/sacred-ground-shared-hands-volunteer-power-and-the-preservation-of-marylands-black-sacred-spaces-virtual-workshop/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260115T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T154359Z
CREATED:20251204T154359Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T154359Z
UID:37358-1768503600-1768509000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Annapolis Goes to War - Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis Maritime Museum Winter Lecture Series \nAnnapolis Goes to War \nJoin renowned naval historian Dr. Craig L. Symonds\, Professor Emeritus at the U.S. Naval\nAcademy and award-winning author of eighteen books. A recipient of the Lincoln Prize\, Roosevelt\nPrize\, and Pritzker Award for Lifetime Achievement\, Symonds shares insights from his latest book\,\nAnnapolis Goes to War\, exploring the Naval Academy Class of 1940 at the dawn of WWII. \nPresenter: Craig L. Symonds\, Professor\, Historian\, and Author \n  \nHow to Join Us!\n• Lectures are held in person at AMM’s Museum\, with live and virtual options.\n• Pre-registration is required for members and non-members—spaces are first come\, first served.\n• Lectures are $10 or FREE for First Mate members and above.\nTo become a member\, visit amaritime.org/membership\n• For more information\, visit amaritime.org/events/wls. Registration opens December 18. \nhttps://amaritime.org/events/winter-lecture-series/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/annapolis-goes-to-war-lecture/
LOCATION:Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park\, 723 Second Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21403\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260117
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTSTAMP:20260115T182812Z
CREATED:20260115T182812Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T182812Z
UID:37554-1768608000-1768694399@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Best of Annapolis Tour: Colonial Annapolis\, Maryland State House & U.S. Naval Academy\n10:00am-12:15pm \n\nDeparts from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\n$25/Adult; $16/Child\n\nAfrican American Heritage Tour  \n1:00pm-3:00pm \n\nDeparts from Market House Park – 25 Market Space\n$25/Adult; $16/Child\n\nColonial Annapolis & Historic Maryland State House Walking Tour \n1:30pm-3:00pm \n\nDeparts from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\n$20/Adult $12/Child\n\n \nfor more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/watermark-tours-in-annapolis-10/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T120000
DTSTAMP:20260104T232457Z
CREATED:20260104T232457Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T232457Z
UID:37490-1768647600-1768651200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Author at the Museum: Thomas Guay
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis for a special program and discover the story behind Chesapeake Bound\, An Annapolis Novel. \nMeet author Thomas Guay and explore why Great Britian lost it’s American colonies through his new historical novel\, Chesapeake Bound: a vivid tale of adventure\, rebellion\, and new beginnings in colonial Maryland. \nMr. Guay will perform fiddle tunes featured in the novel. Following a short reading\, enjoy a Q&A session and book signing with the author. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience history\, music\, and storytelling! \nAdvance registration recommended; space is limited. Admission fee includes entry to the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Books will be available for sale at the event. \nCost: $7 for General Admission (ages 8 and up); Free for Children 7 and under
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/meet-the-author-at-the-museum-thomas-guay/
LOCATION:Museum of Historic Annapolis\, 99 Main Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260117T150000
DTSTAMP:20260104T232619Z
CREATED:20260104T232619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T232619Z
UID:37492-1768658400-1768662000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Meet the Author at the Museum: Thomas Guay
DESCRIPTION:Join us at the Museum of Historic Annapolis for a special program and discover the story behind Chesapeake Bound\, An Annapolis Novel. \nMeet author Thomas Guay and explore why Great Britian lost it’s American colonies through his new historical novel\, Chesapeake Bound: a vivid tale of adventure\, rebellion\, and new beginnings in colonial Maryland. \nMr. Guay will perform fiddle tunes featured in the novel. Following a short reading\, enjoy a Q&A session and book signing with the author. \nDon’t miss this unique opportunity to experience history\, music\, and storytelling! \nAdvance registration recommended; space is limited. Admission fee includes entry to the Museum of Historic Annapolis. Books will be available for sale at the event. \nCost: $7 for General Admission (ages 8 and up); Free for Children 7 and under
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/meet-the-author-at-the-museum-thomas-guay-2/
LOCATION:Museum of Historic Annapolis\, 99 Main Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260119
DTSTAMP:20260115T182903Z
CREATED:20260115T182903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T182903Z
UID:37556-1768694400-1768780799@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Best of Annapolis Tour: Colonial Annapolis\, Maryland State House & U.S. Naval Academy\n10:00am-12:15pm\no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $25/Adult; $16/Child \nColonial Annapolis & Historic Maryland State House Walking Tour \n1:30pm-3:00pm \no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $20/Adult $12/Child \n \nfor more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/watermark-tours-in-annapolis-11/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260118T160000
DTSTAMP:20260115T191026Z
CREATED:20260115T191026Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191026Z
UID:37571-1768741200-1768752000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Blacksmith Shop Workday
DESCRIPTION:Blacksmith Shop Workday\, 1:00 – 4:00 PM\, Stop by the Kinder Farm Park Blacksmith Shop and watch the Chesapeake Forge Blacksmith Guild members forging metal\, using various tools
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/blacksmith-shop-workday/
LOCATION:Kinder Farm Park\, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd\, Millersville\, MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260119T150000
DTSTAMP:20260104T232752Z
CREATED:20260104T232752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T232752Z
UID:37494-1768820400-1768834800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:MLK Jr. Day at the Museum of Historic Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate the legacy of Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr. at the Museum of Historic Annapolis as we share our community’s diverse history and the continuing quest for equity and justice for all. Explore Annapolis: An American Story and enjoy special activities: \n\nTake our NEW tour\, Race and Rights Guided Tour of the Museum\, offered at 11:30 am and 2 pm (advance registration recommended)\n\nThis 50-minute guided tour\, led by historian Briayna Cuffie\, highlights the powerful contributions of African American community leaders in shaping the city’s history. Explore their impact on local life\, landmark court cases\, and pivotal legislation that advanced civil rights in Annapolis and beyond.\n\n\nLearn about local Black history throughout our exhibition Annapolis: An American Story\nMake your own Freedom Bell craft\nTake a break in our Anne Arundel County Public Library Book Nook with a curated selection of children’s books about Dr. Martin Luther King\, Jr.\n\nAdvanced registration recommended\, but not required. All activities are included with Museum admission. \nCost: $7 General Admission (8+); FREE for HA Members\, Children 7 and under\, and SNAP/WIC recipients through Museums for All
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/mlk-jr-day-at-the-museum-of-historic-annapolis-4/
LOCATION:Museum of Historic Annapolis\, 99 Main Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260121T143000
DTSTAMP:20260102T134020Z
CREATED:20251204T143643Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T134020Z
UID:37349-1768993200-1769005800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Winter Luncheon Series - Demonizers and Dividers: The Architects of Toxic Politics in America
DESCRIPTION:Demonizers and Dividers: The Architects of Toxic Politics in America\nwith Ken Walsh\, independent historian\, author\, professorial lecturer at American University\, former White House correspondent (for 30 years)\, and resident of Shady Side and Bethesda \nJoin us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches\n\nDoors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread\, dessert\, and tea and coffee. \n\nAdmission\n\nIndividual Luncheons \n$25 for members; \n$35 for non-members \nPurchase tickets here
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/captain-avery-museum-winter-luncheon-series-investigative-journalism-in-an-era-of-newspaper-decline/
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:20260122T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T153000
DTSTAMP:20260112T193221Z
CREATED:20260112T193221Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260112T193221Z
UID:37521-1769090400-1769095800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Capacity building Workshop - Welcoming Visitors Who Are Blind Or Have Low Vision
DESCRIPTION:Welcoming Visitors Who Are Blind Or Have Low Vision \nJoin Dr. Cheryl Fogle-Hatch\, founder of MuseumSenses LLC\,\nfor a presentation designed to help staff and volunteers better\nwelcome visitors who are blind or have low vision. \nThis session covers guiding techniques\, and practical strategies\nfor giving effective verbal descriptions. Attendees will learn how to\ncommunicate clearly\, offer assistance appropriately\, and create an\ninclusive environment that celebrates the diverse needs and\npreferences of all guests. \n  \nLink to register: https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/mH7CWus0TJyNogPFfMwLnQ \nOr contact: rforloney@mdhumanities.org
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/capacity-building-workshop-welcoming-visitors-who-are-blind-or-have-low-vision/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T183000
DTSTAMP:20260102T194843Z
CREATED:20260102T194843Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194843Z
UID:37484-1769103000-1769106600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:SERC Summer 2026 Internship Info Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you curious about a summer internship at SERC\, but don’t know what to expect? Join us for two virtual information sessions\, hosted by our intern coordinator Heather Richardson. Heather will cover the application process\, some of the labs and projects interns work with\, and what it’s like to be an intern at SERC. She’ll also answer your questions in the second part of the session. Content will be the same at each session—you don’t need to attend both! \nSession 1: Jan. 13\, 12-1pm ET\nSign up on Zoom \nSession 2: Jan. 22\, 5:30-6:30pm ET\nSign up on Zoom \n 
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/serc-summer-2026-internship-info-session-2/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260122T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T154519Z
CREATED:20251204T154519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T154519Z
UID:37359-1769108400-1769113800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Chesapeake Bound - Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis Maritime Museum Winter Lecture Series \nChesapeake Bound \nAuthor and historian Thomas Guay brings colonial Annapolis to life through Chesapeake Bound\, his gripping novel about ordinary Britons who risked years of indentured servitude for a new beginning in America. Drawing on his experience as a former Capitol Hill journalist and historical guide\, Guay offers a vivid look at the people and forces that shaped the Chesapeake region. \nPresenter: Thomas Guay\, Author\, Historian\, Musician \n  \nHow to Join Us!\n• Lectures are held in person at AMM’s Museum\, with live and virtual options.\n• Pre-registration is required for members and non-members—spaces are first come\, first served.\n• Lectures are $10 or FREE for First Mate members and above.\nTo become a member\, visit amaritime.org/membership\n• For more information\, visit amaritime.org/events/wls. Registration opens December 18. \nhttps://amaritime.org/events/winter-lecture-series/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/chesapeake-bound-lecture/
LOCATION:Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park\, 723 Second Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21403\, United States
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260125
DTSTAMP:20260123T164935Z
CREATED:20260123T154826Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T164935Z
UID:37616-1769212800-1769299199@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Colonial Annapolis & Historic Maryland State House Walking Tour
DESCRIPTION:Colonial Annapolis & Historic Maryland State House Walking Tour \n-1:30pm-3:00pm \no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $20/Adult $12/Child \nSUBJECT TO CHANGE DUE TO THE INCLEMENT STORM – refer to Watermark’s website for updates \n  \n \nfor more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/watermark-tours-in-annapolis-12/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T120000
DTSTAMP:20260104T232912Z
CREATED:20260104T232912Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T232912Z
UID:37496-1769252400-1769256000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Super Saturday Storytime: Drew’s Grand Adventure
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a special Storytime at the Museum of Historic Annapolis with local author\, Natasha Nash Dixon\, as she reads her book\, Drew’s Grand Adventure. \nDrew is a coyote who lives at the Thomas Point Shoal Lighthouse on the Chesapeake Bay of Maryland. Life is grand for Drew\, until one day a Storm named Debby roared into town and washed Drew away from his beloved home! Drew is then taken on the adventure of a lifetime on the Bay that is his home. Learn about the Chesapeake Bay as you follow Drew on his adventure. \nAfter story time\, enjoy a special coyote craft and explore the Museum on your own with a scavenger hunt! \nA limited number of books will be available for purchase. \nAdvance registration required\, space is limited. Admission fee includes entry to the museum. \nIn case of inclement weather\, the event will take place on Saturday\, January 31\, 2026 at 11 am. \nCost: $7 General Admission (8+); Free for Children 7 and under\, HA Members\, and Military
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/super-saturday-storytime-drews-grand-adventure/
LOCATION:Museum of Historic Annapolis\, 99 Main Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260124T193000
DTSTAMP:20260123T014746Z
CREATED:20260123T014746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T014746Z
UID:37598-1769279400-1769283000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Cozy Concert featuring the Folk Villains
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking to bring some cheer to the long winter nights ahead\, join us for a Cozy Concert at Historic London Town & Gardens! Sip on a warm drink (tea anyone?) and settle in for a concert in the William Brown House tavern room where every seat is the best in the house. The Folk Villains return with their soulful bluegrass and folk music. Doors open at 6:00pm. Cost: London Town Members\, $19\, Non-members $21.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/cozy-concert-featuring-the-folk-villains/
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:20260125T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260125T160000
DTSTAMP:20260115T191121Z
CREATED:20260115T191121Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T191121Z
UID:37573-1769346000-1769356800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Blacksmith Shop Workday
DESCRIPTION:Blacksmith Shop Workday\, 1:00 – 4:00 PM\, Stop by the Kinder Farm Park Blacksmith Shop and watch the Chesapeake Forge Blacksmith Guild members forging metal\, using various tools
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/blacksmith-shop-workday-2/
LOCATION:Kinder Farm Park\, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Rd\, Millersville\, MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260128T143000
DTSTAMP:20251204T145038Z
CREATED:20251204T143755Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T145038Z
UID:37350-1769598000-1769610600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Winter Luncheon Series - Stewarding Our Land\, Water\, Air and Heritage
DESCRIPTION:Stewarding Our Land\, Water\, Air and Heritage\nwith Hamilton Chaney\, Owner of Herrington Harbor Marina Resorts \nJoin us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches\n\nDoors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread\, dessert\, and tea and coffee. \n\nAdmission\n\nIndividual Luncheons \n$25 for members; \n$35 for non-members \nPurchase tickets here
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/captain-avery-museum-winter-luncheon-series-stewarding-our-land-water-air-and-heritage/
LOCATION:Captain Avery Museum\, 1418 E West Shady Side Road\, Shady Side\, MD\, 20764\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260129T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T154858Z
CREATED:20251204T154858Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T154858Z
UID:37361-1769713200-1769718600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:The Winter Visitors: From Scapa Flow to Annapolis to Bletchley Park  - Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis Maritime Museum Winter Lecture Series \nThe Winter Visitors: From Scapa Flow to Annapolis to Bletchley Park  \nIn January 1941\, a state-of-the-art British battleship charges up the Chesapeake Bay on a secret mission. With no fanfare or entourage\, the president travels to Annapolis for the rendezvous. Meanwhile\, a team of American code breakers pack their equipment and board a boat at Annapolis\, on a secret mission of their own. \nPresenter: David Gendell\, Author and Sailor \n  \nHow to Join Us!\n• Lectures are held in person at AMM’s Museum\, with live and virtual options.\n• Pre-registration is required for members and non-members—spaces are first come\, first served.\n• Lectures are $10 or FREE for First Mate members and above.\nTo become a member\, visit amaritime.org/membership\n• For more information\, visit amaritime.org/events/wls. Registration opens December 18. \nhttps://amaritime.org/events/winter-lecture-series/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/the-winter-visitors-from-scapa-flow-to-annapolis-to-bletchley-park-lecture/
LOCATION:Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park\, 723 Second Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21403\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260131T120000
DTSTAMP:20260115T183505Z
CREATED:20260115T183505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T183505Z
UID:37558-1769857200-1769860800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:What's the Tea: How Tea is Made
DESCRIPTION:Spill the tea about tea at London Town. Join us as we explore how the six different types of tea are made from only one plant\, the Camellia sinensis. Taste the different steps of the process that make each tea unique by sipping on specially selected teas throughout the program. Cost: London Town Members\, $15\, Non-members $21. \nThis event is part of a six-part series spilling the tea about all things tea! Each session will deepen your love of tea and all of its alternatives. Spend a lovely Saturday (or six) with friends and fellow tea enthusiast enjoying two different specially selected teas\, learning the different aspects of tea\, and then strolling through the beautiful four seasons garden where the wonderful Camellia sinensis resides. (Guided tours of the garden are weather dependent.)
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/whats-the-tea-how-tea-is-made-2/
LOCATION:Historic London Town and Gardens\, 839 Londontown Road\, Edgewater\, MD\, 21037\, United States
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SUMMARY:OHS February 2026 Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Odenton Heritage Society invites the public to an open house on Sunday\, February 1 celebrating Black History Month and showcasing St. John AME Zion Church in Wilsontown. \nLocated south of Odenton\, St. John’s Church—a rural church founded in the 1870s and home to a vibrant congregation today—is more than a place of worship. It became the heart of an African American community shaped by emancipation and the pursuit of freedom. Quakers transferred a former meeting house to African Americans to serve as their church\, fostering interaction between the two groups and the sharing of adjoining cemeteries. The current church building was constructed in 1942 after wartime evacuations made way for the expansion of Fort Meade. \nEnjoy additional exhibits exploring Odenton’s railroads\, homes\, churches\, schools\, and the lives of the people who have shaped the community\, past and present. Visit the OHS Historical Center at 1367 Odenton Road. We are open from 1:00PM to 4:00PM\, with free admission and guided tours led by costumed docents.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/ohs-february-2026-open-house/
LOCATION:Odenton Heritage Society Historical Center\, 1367 Odenton Road\, Odenton\, MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260204T143000
DTSTAMP:20251204T145023Z
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UID:37351-1770202800-1770215400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Winter Luncheon Series - Hiking Arundel With Your Dog and Your Friends
DESCRIPTION:Hiking Arundel With Your Dog and Your Friends\nwith Jefferson Holland Poet Laureate of Annapolis\, columnist\, musician and environmental advocate. \n  \nJoin us on Wednesdays in January and February for engaging presentations followed by catered lunches\n\nDoors open at 11:00 am. Lectures begin at 11:30 am and are followed by a lunch of soup with a side of bread\, dessert\, and tea and coffee. \n\nAdmission\n\nIndividual Luncheons \n$25 for members; \n$35 for non-members \nPurchase tickets here
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/captain-avery-museum-winter-luncheon-series-hiking-arundel-with-your-dog-and-your-friends/
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:20260205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T154649Z
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UID:37360-1770318000-1770323400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:The American Revolution and the Fate of the World - Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis Maritime Museum Winter Lecture Series \nThe American Revolution and the Fate of the World  \nDr. Richard Bell invites audiences to reconsider the American Revolution as a sweeping global conflict that reshaped lives across six continents. Drawing from his new book\, The American Revolution and the Fate of the World\, Bell traces the war’s far-reaching upheaval from the Caribbean to India to the Canadian frontier and the people it displaced\, empowered\, or destroyed. \nPresenter: Dr. Richard Bell\, Historian\, Professor\, and Author \n  \nHow to Join Us!\n• Lectures are held in person at AMM’s Museum\, with live and virtual options.\n• Pre-registration is required for members and non-members—spaces are first come\, first served.\n• Lectures are $10 or FREE for First Mate members and above.\nTo become a member\, visit amaritime.org/membership\n• For more information\, visit amaritime.org/events/wls. Registration opens December 18. \nhttps://amaritime.org/events/winter-lecture-series/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/the-american-revolution-and-the-fate-of-the-world-lecture/
LOCATION:Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park\, 723 Second Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T153653Z
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SUMMARY:'She Speaks' Exhibition Opening Reception & Black History Month Celebration
DESCRIPTION:Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum Presents: She Speaks – Black Women Artists and the Power of Historical Memory \nThroughout history\, Black women have been the architects of resistance\, the keepers of resilience\, and the visionaries of transformation. She Speaks is a groundbreaking exhibition that amplifies their voices through the powerful lens of contemporary art. Featuring works by Black women artists\, this collection documents untold histories\, reclaims stolen narratives\, and boldly reimagines the future. \nFrom intimate portraits to sweeping installations\, each piece challenges dominant stories\, offering new perspectives on struggle\, triumph\, and legacy. \nJoin us for a day of inspiration\, dialogue\, and celebration: \n\n\nCurated Tours – Explore the exhibition with guided insights into its themes and creators. \n\n\nLive Music & Performances – Experience the rhythm of resistance and joy. \n\n\nCommunity Conversations – Engage in meaningful dialogue about art\, history\, and liberation. \n\n\nShe Speaks is more than an exhibition—it is a declaration. A reminder that Black women have always spoken\, always created\, always led. Now\, it’s time to listen. \nThis event is free and open to the public.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/she-speaks-exhibition-opening-reception-black-history-month-celebration/
LOCATION:Banneker-Douglass-Tubman Museum\, 84 Franklin St\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260123T015612Z
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SUMMARY:Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Black History Month at the Museum of Historic Annapolis! \nDrop in on Saturday\, February 7 for special family activities to commemorate the rich cultural heritage of the African Americans who have helped shape the nation. \n\nTake our NEW tour\, Race and Rights Guided Tour of the Museum\, offered at 11 am and 2 pm (pre-registration required; space is limited. Registration for the tour includes museum admission.) \n\nThis 50-minute guided tour explores the powerful impact of African American community leaders on Annapolis’s history. Discover their roles in shaping local life\, landmark court cases\, and pivotal civil rights legislation. Please note\, pre-registration for the tour is required.\nCreate a special craft inspired by local Black history and culture.\nGo on a Museum Scavenger Hunt through the museum and learn about local Black history\nTake a reading break in the Anne Arundel County Library Book Nook\, featuring a specially curated collection of children’s books celebrating African American history and heritage.\nDrop-in anytime during program hours. See schedule of events for specific activities.\nAdvanced registration recommended\, but not required\, except for the Race and Rights Guided Tour. All other activities are included with Museum admission.  \nCost: $7 General Admission (8+); FREE for Children 7 and under\, HA Members\, and SNAP/WIC through the Museums for All program \nMUSEUM GENERAL ADMISSION (does not include guided tour
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/black-history-month-at-the-museum-of-historic-annapolis-3/
LOCATION:Museum of Historic Annapolis\, 99 Main Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T160000
DTSTAMP:20260128T153224Z
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SUMMARY:Learn! Goshen Farm and Broadneck Peninsula in the Underground Railroad at Severna Park Library
DESCRIPTION:Presented by: Goshen Farm Preservation Society’s African American Heritage Committee\n\nVisit the Severna Park Library on February 7 (1-4pm) to learn about the role of Goshen Farm and Broadneck Peninsula in the Underground Railroad. Learn about this deep local history and join us for hands-on activities.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/learn-goshen-farm-and-broadneck-peninsula-in-the-underground-railroad-at-severna-park-library/
LOCATION:Severna Park Library\, 45 West McKinsey Road\, Severna Park\, Maryland\, 21146
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T153000
DTSTAMP:20260115T191616Z
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UID:37575-1770471000-1770478200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Write By the Bay
DESCRIPTION:Join us in these friendly and relaxed writing workshops led by Sandra Olivetti Martin\, publisher of New Bay Books and founding editor of the Bay Weekly\, and Julie Wakeman-Linn\, writer\, editor\, teacher. Writers of all ages welcome! \nPre-registration is preferred. \nMembers: Free \nNonmembers: $10
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/write-by-the-bay-2/
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:20260207T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260207T150000
DTSTAMP:20260115T182356Z
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UID:37548-1770472800-1770476400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Towards a More Perfect Union: The Secret Debates of the Constitutional Convention
DESCRIPTION:In the summer of 1787\, 55 delegates met in Philadelphia to revise the now-floundering Articles of Confederation. They emerged with a new U.S. Constitution—but the discussions and drafting largely happened behind closed doors. The question of slavery pervaded those discussions\, as did the critical divide between “small state” and “large state” delegates. How did these secret discussions mol \n \nd the Constitution? Who are “We the People\,” with which begins the Preamble to the Constitution? Is the purpose of the Constitution to govern individuals\, to preserve states as the primary governing bodies\, or both? And how do we know what took place in these secret conversations at all? Join archaeologist Jim Gibb for a look at the tumultuous creation of America’s most important document. \nThis event is entirely in person. Attendees 12 years and older are welcome to join. \nAll minors must be accompanied by an adult. Talks are free\, but space is limited\, so advance signup is required! \nIn anticipation of America’s 250th anniversary\, join us at our 1735 Woodlawn History Center for a series of in-person talks exploring our country’s often bumpy road towards freedom and self-determination. In a new 9-part (expanded from six parts!) series\, explore the creation of the U.S. Constitution. This series is a sequel to the “Road To Independence” series from spring 2025. It will highlight the deficiencies of the initial Articles of Confederation\, the refinement of such ideas as the “sovereignty of the people\,” and the development of our nation’s “owners’ manual\,” the document that instructs government as to its role in American society and the U.S. Constitution’s constraints on government. All talks hosted by archaeologist Jim Gibb\, head of the SERC Enviromental Archaeology Lab. Talks will take place the first Saturday of the month at 2pm\, unless otherwise noted. Join for one talk or for all—previous attendance not required! \n \n 
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/towards-a-more-perfect-union-the-secret-debates-of-the-constitutional-convention/
LOCATION:Woodlawn History Center\, 647 Contees Wharf Road\, Edgewater\, Maryland\, 21037
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