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SUMMARY:First Day Hike
DESCRIPTION:First Day Hikes are free\, guided hikes offered each year on New Year’s Day. The hikes are intended to promote an alternate way of celebrating the New Year by going outside\, getting some exercise\, and enjoying local nature and history. Start your year off on the right foot by joining our knowledgeable park rangers\, naturalists\, and volunteers in one of our County’s beautiful parks. \nOut with the old\, in with the new! Start 2026 out with a refreshing\, rejuvenating hike in the great outdoors. Join longtime Jug Bay Volunteers Mike Quinlan (Maryland Master Naturalist) and Diane Diaz Goebes (Virginia Master Naturalist) on an exploration of a natural winter wonderland. There will be two hikes to choose from. Go with Diane for a faster\, longer 4+ mile hike to our Emory Waters Nature Preserve property or hike with Mike for a slower\, 2-3 mile hike on our most popular yellow loop trail. Choose the group on the day of the hike. Dress for the weather. Sturdy footwear\, binoculars\, and cameras recommended. Open to all ages able to hike the distances. Park entrance & program fees waived. Registration is required at https://apm.activecommunities.com/aarecparks/Home  Activity Net ##43584. \nFor questions call 410-222-8006 or email jugbay@aacounty.org
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/first-day-hike/
LOCATION:Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary\, 1361 Wrighton Rd\, Lothian\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260103T150000
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SUMMARY:Towards a More Perfect Union: Economic Recession and Unrest
DESCRIPTION:Towards a More Perfect Union: A Series on the U.S. Constitution hosted in SERC’s Woodlawn History Center \nFrom the Philadelphia Mutiny of 1783 to foreclosure riots in New Hampshire\, Massachusetts\, Maryland and elsewhere in the mid-1780s\, cracks appeared among the 13 confederated states. Congress couldn’t pay war debts and contracted economies led to innumerable foreclosures\, prompting soldiers and farmers to threaten insurrection. These events provide significant background to our understanding of why the Constitutional Convention dismissed the Articles of Confederation outright and began consideration of “the Virginia Plan” that ultimately provided the basis for the Constitution. From this unrest we also see the emergence of political parties. \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-economic-recession-and-unrest/
LOCATION:Woodlawn History Center\, 647 Contees Wharf Road\, Edgewater\, Maryland\, 21037
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260104T160000
DTSTAMP:20251229T153147Z
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SUMMARY:Odenton Heritage Society January 2026 Open House
DESCRIPTION:The Odenton Heritage Society invites you to its first open house of the new year! Step inside the historic 1912 Old Masonic Hall—now home to the OHS Historical Center and Museum—and explore the rich story of Odenton’s past. Discover how the town has evolved over the last 154 years\, from its railroads\, homes\, churches\, schools\, and local businesses to its recreational life and community traditions. \nEnjoy engaging exhibits on the Civil War\, military history\, and notable local industries such as Nevamar and the Murray cannery. Stroll through Odenton’s history with compelling photographs\, artifacts\, and presentations. \nVisit the OHS Historical Center at 1367 Odenton Road. We’re open from 1:00 to 4:00 pm\, with free admission and guided tours led by costumed docents. \nWhile you’re visiting\, please consider becoming a member. Your membership and donations help sustain our all-volunteer organization and our mission to preserve Odenton’s history for future generations.
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/odenton-heritage-society-january-2026-open-house/
LOCATION:Odenton Heritage Historical Center\, 1367 Odenton Road\, Odenton\, Maryland\, 21113
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260107T143000
DTSTAMP:20251204T145123Z
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SUMMARY:Winter Luncheon Series-The Land Was Ours: African American Beaches from Jim Crow to Civil Rights
DESCRIPTION:The Land Was Ours: African American Beaches from Jim Crow to Civil Rights\nwith Andrew Karhl\, Professor of History and African American Studies at the University of Virginia \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-the-land-was-ours-african-american-beaches-from-jim-crow-to-civil-rights/
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:20260108T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260108T203000
DTSTAMP:20251204T154048Z
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SUMMARY:The Poplar Island Restoration Project - Lecture
DESCRIPTION:Annapolis Maritime Museum Winter Lecture Series \nThe Poplar Island Restoration Project \nBegin the New Year by exploring one of the Chesapeake Bay’s most remarkable stories of innovation and restoration. Learn how federal and state partners worked with local communities to rebuild a lost island using dredged material from from nearby shipping channels\, creating thriving wetlands that now support diverse wildlife and improve the health of the Bay. \nPresenter: Julia Moya\, Senior Environmentalist\, Maryland Environmental Service \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-poplar-island-restoration-project-lecture/
LOCATION:Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park\, 723 Second Street\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21403\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T110000
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SUMMARY:Skunk Cabbage Swamp Stomp: First Flower of the Year
DESCRIPTION:11 am – 12 pm   Webinar/virtual \n2 pm – 3:30 pm  On site hike \nJoin volunteer Siobhán Percey on the 2026 Annual Skunk Cabbage Swamp Stomp! Siobhán is a Master Naturalist and Jug Bay’s resident Skunk Cabbage expert. Eastern Skunk Cabbage is Maryland’s First Flower of the Year\, blooming in January. This is only one of its fascinating characteristics. It is alleged to be over 72 million years old\, changing little over that time\, an indisputable evolutionary success! It is an extraordinary plant\, possessing peculiarities found in few others. \nFrom 11 am-12 noon there will be a virtual presentation in the warmth of your own home. Siobhán will meet you at the Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary Visitor Center at 2 pm – 3:30 pm to lead you on an off trail walk to visit this fascinating plant that lives in the swamp\, along the wetland edges. The Visitor Center is located at 1361 Wrighton Road\, Lothian\, MD 20711. Good footing is necessary. The terrain is on a slope which may be muddy. Navigation around or over some fallen trees is necessary. Hiking poles are welcome. Don’t forget your boots! \nAges: 12 and up. $10 per person. No refunds for participant cancellations or no shows. Registration is required at https://jugbay.org/inspire_events/skunk-cabbage-swamp-stomp-first-flower-of-the-year/
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/skunk-cabbage-swamp-stomp-first-flower-of-the-year/
LOCATION:Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary\, 1361 Wrighton Rd\, Lothian\, MD\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T170000
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SUMMARY:Fireside Revelry: A Colonial Twelfth Night Concert – Matinee Show
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the 10th anniversary of our candlelit Twelfth Night concert\, a program that revives the seasonal music and poetry that once filled Annapolis homes during the Twelve Days of Christmas. This cherished tradition opens the nation’s 250th anniversary year with selections that reflect the elegance\, humor\, and midwinter festivities of the early Republic. \nFireside Revelry conjures the warmth and playful spirit of Annapolis’s historic parlors through a curated blend of vocal and instrumental works from the British Isles and early America\, interwoven with toasts and seasonal verse. This seasonal concert offers a vivid glimpse into the refinement and conviviality that shaped early American music-making. \nThe performance features Empressa Ensemble\, led by soprano Elissa Edwards\, praised for her “glistening tone” (Early Music America). She is joined by internationally acclaimed violinist Shelby Yamin\, whose performances span venues from Mount Vernon to Versailles; fortepianist Dr. Joyce Wei-Jo Chen\, an award-winning scholar-performer and faculty artist at the University of Oregon; and orator Katrina Atsinger\, an Oxford-trained poet who is on the faculty of the Naval Academy. \nCome welcome the new year with a spirited Twelfth Night celebration in the historic ballroom! \nThe concert will start at 5:00 pm. A post-concert wine and cheese reception will be offered at 6:00 pm. \n\nConcert supported by Nancy L. Harrison\n\nPrice: $50 | Members: $40
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/fireside-revelry-a-colonial-twelfth-night-concert-matinee-show/
LOCATION:Hammond-Harwood House\, 19 Maryland Ave\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260110T200000
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SUMMARY:SOLD OUT- Fireside Revelry: A Colonial Twelfth Night Concert – Evening Show
DESCRIPTION:THE 7:00 PM SHOW HAS SOLD OUT. 5:00 PM MATINEE SHOW TICKETS NOW AVAILABLE. PURCHASE TICKETS HERE \nJoin us for the 10th anniversary of our candlelit Twelfth Night concert\, a program that revives the seasonal music and poetry that once filled Annapolis homes during the Twelve Days of Christmas. This cherished tradition opens the nation’s 250th anniversary year with selections that reflect the elegance\, humor\, and midwinter festivities of the early Republic. \nFireside Revelry conjures the warmth and playful spirit of Annapolis’s historic parlors through a curated blend of vocal and instrumental works from the British Isles and early America\, interwoven with toasts and seasonal verse. This seasonal concert offers a vivid glimpse into the refinement and conviviality that shaped early American music-making. \nThe performance features Empressa Ensemble\, led by soprano Elissa Edwards\, praised for her “glistening tone” (Early Music America). She is joined by internationally acclaimed violinist Shelby Yamin\, whose performances span venues from Mount Vernon to Versailles; fortepianist Dr. Joyce Wei-Jo Chen\, an award-winning scholar-performer and faculty artist at the University of Oregon; and orator Katrina Atsinger\, an Oxford-trained poet who is on the faculty of the Naval Academy. \nCome welcome the new year with a spirited Twelfth Night celebration in the historic ballroom! \nA pre-concert wine and cheese reception will be offered at 6:00 pm. The concert will start at 7:00 pm. \n\nConcert supported by Nancy L. Harrison
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/sold-out-fireside-revelry-a-colonial-twelfth-night-concert-evening-show/
LOCATION:Hammond-Harwood House\, 19 Maryland Ave\, Annapolis\, MD\, 21401\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260112T160000
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UID:37948-1768222800-1768233600@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Odenton Heritage Society April Open House 2026
DESCRIPTION:The Odenton Heritage Society invites you to an open house on Sunday\, April 12\, featuring a special exhibit on stained glass windows in churches throughout the Odenton area. Discover the artistry and religious symbolism captured in these handcrafted works\, along with the stories and memorials honoring past Odenton residents. \n  \nStep inside the historic 1912 Old Masonic Hall—home of the Odenton Heritage Society Historical Center and Museum—and explore engaging exhibits that bring the town’s history to life\, from its railroads and homes to its schools\, churches\, stores\, industries\, and the people who helped build the community.The OHS Historical Center is located at 1367 Odenton Road and will be open from 1PM to 4PM. Admission is free\, and guided tours will be available\, led by costumed docents. \nNote: While our open houses are usually held on the first Sunday of each month\, the April event has been rescheduled to April 12 in observance of the Easter holiday. 
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/odenton-heritage-society-april-open-house-2026/
LOCATION:Odenton Heritage Historical Center\, 1367 Odenton Road\, Odenton\, Maryland\, 21113
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T170000
DTSTAMP:20260129T173901Z
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SUMMARY:Revolutionary Maryland: Freedom of the Press Then & Now       Pop-Up Exhibit
DESCRIPTION:The opening of this exhibit in Annapolis is significant as the capital city was the site of the violent Capital Gazette mass shooting in 2018. A panel dedicated to the memory of those lost is a centerpiece of the Annapolis installation of this exhibit.  \nPhotojournalist Paul Gillespie collaborated with the project to share his personal portraits of individuals\, which include journalists\, loved ones\, and survivors. \nThis multi-panel exhibit explores the evolution of one of our most important American freedoms from its earliest incarnation in the Maryland Colony to its role in contemporary society. It highlights archaeological investigations undertaken at the 18th century Jonas and Anne Catherine Green printshop\, the importance of inclusive journalism outlets like Afro Charities\, and the persistence of local new sources like those supported by the Tiny News Collective. Examination of the history and role of a free press today is more important than ever before as our nation kicks off its commemoration of 250 years of American democracy in 2026.supported by the Maryland 250 Commission\, and created by Maryland Humanities will travel across the State in 2026. This exhibit is one element of a multi-pronged project designed to encourage all citizens to think critically about the role of a free press to self-government in democracy.  The exhibition can be experienced at rotating locations across the City and the County through March 31\, 2026. \nOver the course of 2026\, the exhibition will travel to eight locations across the state and will feature complementary humanities programs and educational initiatives about this essential American freedom. The project’s culminating event will be a “Community Conversation” taking place in November 2026 in Annapolis\, Maryland with a free public event designed to promote a discussion about how citizens can reclaim the media arena as a place for the open exchange of opinion\, discussion\, and deliberation. In addition to the moderated discussion\, the event will offer a more robust version of the traveling exhibit with additional information about the Jonas Green curation project\, including the display of artifacts. \nLearn more and stay up to date on related events on Maryland Humanities’ website.   \n### \nSee it at partner locations across the Chesapeake Crossroads through March 31\, 2026:   \nAnne Arundel County/ Annapolis Exhibition Schedule & hours \nJan. 12- Feb. 5: Anne Arundel County’s Arundel Center\, 44 Calvert St. Annapolis MD (M-F 8:30a-4:30p) \nFeb\, 6- Feb 25: Visit Annapolis and Anne Arundel County Visitors Center 26 West St Annapolis MD (7 days/wk 10a-5p) \nFeb. 26- Mar. 16 : Museum of Historic Annapolis 99 Main Street  Annapolis\, MD 21401 (F–M  11a– 3p) \nMar. 17- Mar. 31: Chesapeake Arts Center\, 194 Hammonds Lane Brooklyn Park\, MD (M-Th 10a-8p\, Sa & Su 10a-2p)
URL:https://chesapeakecrossroads.org/event/revolutionary-maryland-freedom-of-the-press-then-now-pop-up-exhibit/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T130000
DTSTAMP:20260102T194751Z
CREATED:20260102T194751Z
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UID:37482-1768305600-1768309200@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/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260113T203000
DTSTAMP:20260104T232344Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260104T232344Z
UID:37488-1768330800-1768336200@chesapeakecrossroads.org
SUMMARY:Orlando Ridout V Memorial Virtual Lecture – Maryland x Philadelphia: Artistic and Cultural Exchange in the Revolutionary Period
DESCRIPTION:This virtual lecture with Alexandra Kirtley is an encore of her presentation from the 2025 Orlando Ridout V Memorial Lecture\, presented in partnership by Historic Annapolis and the Maryland Historical Trust. \nThe trade and exchange of raw materials\, manufactured goods\, skilled artisans\, and elite/merchant class families in the late colonial and early national periods inextricably linked Maryland and Philadelphia. In this richly illustrated lecture\, the connections and shared history of Maryland and Philadelphia will be presented through surviving architecture\, paintings\, furniture\, ceramics\, and more by Philadelphia Art Museum curator Alexandra Alevizatos Kirtley\, herself a proud Marylander. \nHistoric Annapolis and the Maryland Historical Trust are pleased to present the Orlando Ridout V Memorial Lecture Series free of charge\, but we invite you to add a donation when you register. Your gift supports the continuation of this scholarly lecture series that honors Orlando’s legacy and commitment to rigorous research and inspired instruction. Thank you! \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/orlando-ridout-v-memorial-virtual-lecture-maryland-x-philadelphia-artistic-and-cultural-exchange-in-the-revolutionary-period/
LOCATION:MD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260114T143000
DTSTAMP:20251204T145105Z
CREATED:20251204T143514Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251204T145105Z
UID:37348-1768388400-1768401000@chesapeakecrossroads.org
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
LAST-MODIFIED:20260115T192109Z
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
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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/
LOCATION:MD
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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/
LOCATION:MD
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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/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:MD
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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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BEGIN:VEVENT
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/
LOCATION:MD
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BEGIN:VEVENT
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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