The Festival, a division of OuterArts Maryland, Inc., combines world-class mentor musicians and gifted pre-professional apprentice musicians for an intense Festival experience the first two weeks of each June. All apprentices receive full scholarships and housing, mostly with host families in private homes. The two groups rehearse and perform side by side in orchestral, chamber, solo recital, choral, and chamber opera repertoire. In two weeks, these musicians present over 30 concerts and over dozens of free open rehearsals for music lovers from around the world.

Each year the Festival serves approximately 110 apprentices and employs approximately 30 mentors (including the Artistic and Executive Directors, who also teach). Musicians come to the Festival each year from more than 15 countries and 30 U.S. states. The average age of apprentices is 22, although some are older and have already completed their advanced degrees and begun their careers.

Concerts and free open rehearsals take place in a variety [...]

The Rock Hall Volunteer Fire Company (RHVFC) is proud and excited to host The Pearl of the Chesapeake Rockfish Tournament, a three-day event that features a two-day tournament (June 7-8) and a Captain’s Meeting (June 6). Situated on the eastern shore of the Chesapeake Bay, Rock Hall is a charming village known as The Pearl of the Chesapeake. The tournament promotes heritage, tourism, and fishing for the town while raising funds for the RHVFC which serves it and surrounding communities.

The annual festival began in 1984. Since then, it has grown into Galena’s most well known event in town. The event is free to the community, starting with a parade through Main Street. The event continues into the community park, where there will be a plethora of vendors, entertainment, food & beer, and much more!

The annual festival began in 1984. Since then, it has grown into Galena’s most well known event in town. The event is free to the community, starting with a parade through Main Street. The event continues into the community park, where there will be a plethora of vendors, entertainment, food & beer, and much more!

In response to the British Parliament’s closing of the port of Boston, the citizens of Chestertown, Maryland met in May of 1774 and set forth “Resolves” forbidding importing, selling, or consuming tea in Chestertown. According to local legend, residents then gathered at the town center, marched down High Street to the brigantine Geddes, which was anchored in the Chester River, and tossed her cargo of tea overboard. The annual reenactment of that event is the centerpiece of the Chestertown Tea Party Festival. The re-enactment is scheduled for Saturday at 2:00 p.m. All Festival events take place along the Chester River and in the historic district of 18th-century Chestertown, Maryland. There is no admission charge to the Festival.

Start training now for this year’s Classic Distance 10 Mile Run and 5k Run/Walk. Or join the festival-goers that line High Street each year to cheer the passing of colonial militia, marching bands, costume-garbed children, and more in [...]

Escape to Cecil County, Maryland with vibrant small towns, 200 miles of waterfront, foodie destinations, and scenic countryside providing the perfect backdrop for adventures and making memories.

Experience fabulous dishes with a Chesapeake Bay flair at award winning local restaurants along the waterfront, in the country, and on walkable main streets with shops.  Try local beer and wine, baked goods, homemade ice cream, coffee shops, farm stands, and old-fashioned candy stores.

Hike or bike 100 miles of scenic trails at State and Town parks, great for nature lovers and bird watchers.  Book a boat ride, cast a fishing line, rent a boat, or paddle Cecil County’s waterways.  Make furry friends at Plumpton Park Zoo, enjoy fun at the orchard, camp under the stars, and take a horse-back trail ride.  Watch as ships from around the globe and pleasure vessels cruise through the C&D Canal along the [...]

“Paint the Town” is a 4-day event where artists have the opportunity to lose themselves while exploring the beautiful countryside and capturing it in their paintings. After three (3) days of painting, artists gather back together on Saturday afternoon to frame and hang their finished work in the RiverArts Gallery in preparation for sale at the “Wet Paint Show and Sale”. Once the show is complete, the participating artists vote for “Best in Show” and “Best Body of Work”.

Queen Anne’s County, Maryland, welcomes you with its stunning natural beauty and a variety of outdoor activities that cater to all interests. The region boasts an array of scenic trails, and parks, – both land and water – allowing easy access to explore our natural landscapes. Some of our most popular include the Cross Island and South Island Trail, as well as our Ferry Point Park, and Terrapin Nature Park.

After a day of outdoor fun, indulge in waterfront dining at one of our many waterfront restaurants or dock bars, where you can savor fresh seafood and other local cuisine while listening to live music.

Enjoy Shore Pours while you’re here, offering 5 breweries, 2 waterfront wineries and a distillery, you can take your pick while exploring the local craft scene, offering the perfect setting to relax and socialize with [...]