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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-10/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251202T203000
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SUMMARY:Virtual Lecture – Music of the American Revolution: The 250th
DESCRIPTION:Our War for Independence is reflected in patriotic songs\, ballads\, marches and dance tunes — a rich reflection of Americans’ fears\, hopes and pride as the war progressed. Not just associated with George Washington\, Thomas Jefferson\, Benjamin Franklin and the like\, this music also represents the downtrodden\, rebel and tory alike. This lecture with Dr. David K. Hildebrand will reveal the style and character of centuries-old music\, gathered from period music sources\, and it will include both live and recorded musical examples. \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. \nCost: FREE
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/virtual-lecture-music-of-the-american-revolution-the-250th/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T180000
DTSTAMP:20251204T163113Z
CREATED:20251204T162838Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T163113Z
UID:37373-1764856800-1764871200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Jolly Express Cruise\, Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Jolly Express Cruise \n-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-45-minute-watermark-tours-in-annapolis/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T120000
DTSTAMP:20251203T003700Z
CREATED:20251203T003700Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T003700Z
UID:37328-1764932400-1764936000@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/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T180000
DTSTAMP:20251204T163202Z
CREATED:20251204T163202Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T163202Z
UID:37375-1764943200-1764957600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Jolly Express Cruise\, Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Jolly Express Cruise \n-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/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T170000
DTSTAMP:20251203T003801Z
CREATED:20251203T003801Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T003801Z
UID:37329-1764950400-1764954000@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-2/
LOCATION:William Paca House and Garden\, 186 Prince George Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T210000
DTSTAMP:20251111T003651Z
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UID:37281-1764957600-1764968400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Jay Fleming Holiday Party
DESCRIPTION:Tickets are now available for Jay Fleming’s 11th Annual Holiday Party! Tickets are $25 for general admission and $50 for VIP. Space is limited to 300 guests. \n\n100% of the proceeds from ticket sales will go directly to the Annapolis Maritime Museum to support their education and outreach programs!\n\n\n\n Admission includes the following:\n\nWild caught Chesapeake Bay oysters on the half shell sponsored by Von Paris Moving & Harris Seafood Co.\nGrilled oysters by Orchard Point Oyster Co\nBlue catfish from chef Matthew Lego of LEO Annapoli\nDark and Stormy Rum drinks from Lyon Rum\nKegs of incredible beer from Forward Brewing\nLight fare and appetizers\nVIP ticket holders will get early admission at 5:30pm and a signed copy of Jay’s 2026 calendar!
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/jay-fleming-holiday-party/
LOCATION:Annapolis Maritime Museum\, 723 Second Street \, Annapolis\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251205T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T163049Z
CREATED:20251204T163039Z
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UID:37374-1764961200-1764966600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Holiday Candlelight Stroll\, Watermark Tours in Annapolis
DESCRIPTION:Holiday Candlelight Stroll \n7:00pm-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-candlelight-stroll-watermark-tours-in-annapolis/
LOCATION:Watermark Office\, 188 Main Street\, Annapolis\, 21401\, United States
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251206
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTSTAMP:20251204T163357Z
CREATED:20251204T163357Z
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UID:37376-1764979200-1765065599@chesapeakecrossroads.org
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)\no $25/Adult $10/Child \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• Holiday Candlelight Stroll-7:00pm-8:30pm \no Departs from Watermark office – 188 Main Street\no $28/Adult $15/Child 3-11 years \nScandalous Annapolis \n7:30pm-9:00pm\no Departs from Market House Park\no $22/Adult 21 and over \n \nfor more dates and information visit https://watermarkjourney.com/events/annapolis-harbor-usna-cruise/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/watermark-tours-in-annapolis-5/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000
DTSTAMP:20251124T175022Z
CREATED:20251124T175022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251124T175022Z
UID:37319-1765029600-1765033200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Towards a More Perfect Union: Deficiencies of the Articles of Confederation
DESCRIPTION:Towards a More Perfect Union: A Series on the U.S. Constitution hosted in SERC’s Woodlawn History Center \nThe Second Continental Congress adopted the Articles of Confederation as a contract that defined the relationship existing between the sovereign States. This presentation explores the practical aspects of that contract\, informed by principles\, but in the end unwieldly and inadequate to the needs of the war and to overcoming obstacles confronting the New Republic. \n  \nEvent Series Info: \nIn anticipation of America’s 250th anniversary\, we invite you to a continuing series of talks hosted by SERC archaeologist Jim Gibb\, examining our country’s often bumpy road towards freedom and self-determination. From October 2025 through March 2026\, explore the evolution of the U.S. Constitution\, in a sequel to the “Road To Independence” series from spring 2025. The new series 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.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/towards-a-more-perfect-union-deficiencies-of-the-articles-of-confederation/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000
DTSTAMP:20250918T161456Z
CREATED:20250918T161456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T161456Z
UID:37172-1765033200-1765040400@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Magnificent Marsh Mammals
DESCRIPTION:What mammals inhabit our fascinating marshes at Jug Bay? Find out\, and perhaps see some in person on an evening hike through the woods and along the edge of the marsh. Join Chuck Hatcher\, Jug Bay’s resident expert on otters\, for a 1-3 mile walk. Look and listen for signs of activity while Chuck shares interesting facts about these magnificent marsh mammals. All ages able to walk 1-3 miles. Bring a flash light. Under 18 must be accompanied by an adult. Fee $5 per person. No refunds for participant cancellation or no shows. \nRegister at https://jugbay.org/inspire_events/magnificent-marsh-mammals-31/ \nFor questions call 410-222-8006 or email jugbay@aacounty.org.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/magnificent-marsh-mammals/
LOCATION:Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary\, 1361 Wrighton Rd\, Lothian\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251206T190000
DTSTAMP:20251204T161827Z
CREATED:20251204T161533Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T161827Z
UID:37367-1765040400-1765047600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Annual Odenton Christmas Tree Lighting and Visit with Santa & Mrs. Claus
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our Annual Odenton Christmas Tree Lighting! \nCome celebrate the season with us on Saturday\, December 6th\, from 5:00–7:00PM at the Odenton MARC Station\, located at 1402 Odenton Road (west side of the tracks\, in front of the OHS old Bank Building). Parking is free. \nWe’ll have refreshments\, music\, and plenty of holiday cheer! Santa and Mrs. Claus will make a grand entrance on an Odenton Volunteer Fire Company fire truck around 5:30PM\, and will be available for photos with children after the tree lighting. \nBring your family\, visit with Santa\, and enjoy a festive evening with your neighbors! \nThe event is sponsored by the Odenton Heritage Society\, the Odenton Volunteer Fire Company & the Greater Odenton Improvement Association. \nPlease join us for this annual Odenton community holiday tradition!
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/annual-odenton-christmas-tree-lighting-and-visit-with-santa-mrs-claus/
LOCATION:Odenton Heritage Bank Building\, 1400 Odenton Rd\, Odenton\, MD\, 21113
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251207
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251208
DTSTAMP:20251204T163508Z
CREATED:20251204T163508Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T163508Z
UID:37377-1765065600-1765151999@chesapeakecrossroads.org
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/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251207T143000
DTSTAMP:20251111T004113Z
CREATED:20251111T004113Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251111T004113Z
UID:37283-1765110600-1765117800@chesapeakecrossroads.org
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
DTSTAMP:20251204T162206Z
CREATED:20251204T161729Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T162206Z
UID:37370-1765112400-1765123200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T005833Z
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
UID:37334-1765191600-1765195200@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-7/
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: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/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:MD
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:MD
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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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