Date: Tuesday the 1st
June 1-30
Time: Mon-Fri: 9am-5pm, Sat-Sun: 10am-2pm
Event: Garden Puppet Theatre Mini-Museum Exhibit
Location: Kent County Visitor Center, 122 N. Cross St. Chestertown

Contact: Patsy Hornaday
PH: 410-778-5841
Email: tph203@verizon.net
URL:

The Garden Puppet Theatre Mini-Museum located in the Kent County Visitor Center exhibits a variety of puppets among Tea Party teapots.

Colonial George & Martha Washington, Kent County's Rosie's Posies, Peter Green and polar bear Roly Poly plus a special tribute to Jim Henson and his puppets. A celebration of George Washington's favorite color Green and Keeping America Beautiful.

Date: Tuesday the 1st
June 1
Time: 9am–5pm daily
Event: Abstract Art Exhibit of Resident's Work
Location: Skipjack Hallway Gallery

Contact:
PH: 410-778-7300
Email:
URL:

A must see exhibit. Skipjack Hallway Gallery, Heron Point, 501 E. Campus Ave. Chestertown. May 10 through June 1.

Date: Wednesday the 2nd
June 2 - 30
Time: 9am-5pm daily
Event: Working Artist Forum Annual Judged Show
Location: All Galleries, Heron Point, 501 E. Campus Ave. Che

Contact: Heron Point
PH: 410-778-7300
Email:
URL:

This annual judged show features artists from all counties on the Eastern Shore of Maryland. Their best work competes for top prizes and is worth seeing.

Date: Thursday the 3rd
Time: 7pm
Event: "The Real Dirt on Farmer John"
Location: The Prince Theatre

Contact: Box Office
PH: 410-810-2060
Email: boxoffice@princetheatre.org
URL: www.princetheatre.org

The Chestertwon Spy presents - "The Real Dirt on Farmer John" - a Marty Fujita film project. Benefit performance for Colchester Farm CSA. Discussion to follow the film.
$10 suggested donation.

Date: Thursday the 3rd
Time: 5:30pm
Event: "The Word Girls"
Location: Bookplate, 112 S. Cross St, Chestertown

Contact: Tom Martin
PH: 410-778-4167
Email: bookplate@verizon.net
URL: http://www.bookplate.biz

This is a poetry reading by three well known poets: Meredith Davies Hadaway, author of two books of poetry. She works & teaches at Washington College, Kim Garcia, recipient of an AWP Intro Writing Award & 2009 X.J. Kennedy Award. She teaches at Boston College, Erin Murphy has 2 recent books & teaches at Penn State Altoona.

Date: Friday the 4th
June 04 - July 31
Time: 5-8pm Reception on the 1st Friday of the
Event: The Artists' Gallery First Friday
Location: 239 High Street, Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-2425
Email:
URL:

Featuring Sally Clark's new watercolors mixed media

Date: Friday the 4th
Time: 5-8pm
Event: Chestertown's 1st Fridays
Location: Downtown Chestertown

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: www.kentcounty.com/artsentertainment

Meander the red-brick, tree-lined sidewalks of Historic Chestertown, while enjoying extended shop hours and arts and entertainment throughout Downtown. For a list of activities, please check this calendar for specific listings.

Date: Friday the 4th
June 4 - 27, 2010
Time: 5-8pm
Event: Wild
Location: Chestertown Arts League at 312 Cannon St. in Chest

Contact: Rich Hall
PH: 410-928-5012
Email: rwhall@pitt.edu
URL:

Art in all media will be presented evoking wild places, wild animals, wild people, wild imaginings,..., the wild in all of us. Open to all artist Thurs, Fri 11am-4pm; Sat 10am- 4pm; Sunday hours in the summer and event weekends. Special show openings with receptions on most first Fridays of each month - 5-8pm. FREE Show dates: Jun 4 - Jun 27

Date: Friday the 4th
June 4th-30th, 2010
Time: Wed-Fri 12-3pm, Sat 9am-3pm
Event: Terry Wolf
Location: Art Works, 306 Park Row, Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-6300
Email: artworkschestertown@gmail.com
URL: www.artworkschestertown.org

Solo exhibition by well known local artist Terry Wolf. Terry will be showing his latest works in Egg Tempera and Water Color. Egg Tempera is a permanent medium consisting of colored pigments mixed with egg yoke. Egg Tempera was the main means of painting from the Byzantium time until the Renaissance and is still used by master painters today. This show will be a treat to the senses. Gallery open Wednesday thru Friday 12-3pm, Saturdays 9am-3pm. For more information call 410-778-6300 or email artworkschestertown@gmail.com

Date: Friday the 4th
Time: 8am & 1pm Tee times
Event: Annual Golf Tournament Fundraiser
Location: Chester River Yacht and Country Club

Contact: Maryann Ruehrmund
PH: 410-810-5660
Email:
URL: mruehrmund@chesterriverhealth.org

This year's double shotgun, best-ball tournament will help celebrate the 75th Anniversary of the Chester River Hospital Center in Chestertown! This event is a rain or shine fundraiser.

Date: Friday the 4th
Time: 8pm - house open at 7:30pm
Event: The Took
Location: The Prince Theatre

Contact: Box Office
PH: 410-810-2060
Email: boxoffice@princetheatre.org
URL: www.princetheatre.org

1st Friday Celebration with "The Took"
A seamless mixture of rock, blues, funk, jazz and many other styles. The music that generates an irresistible urge to dance.
Tickets: $10

Date: Friday the 4th
Time: 6:15pm
Event: Dr. Robert Abel, Jr. M.D. Book Signing
Location: Bookplate, 112 S. Cross St, Chestertown

Contact: Tom Martin
PH: 410-778-4167
Email: bookplate@verizon.net
URL: www.bookplate.biz

This is a book reading and signing by Dr. Robert Abel, Jr. M.D. He will be reading from 2 of his books, Lumi's Book of Eyes and Lethal Hindsight, Dr. Abel is an ophthalmologist, educator and author featured in many publications, radio and television. Refreshments will be served.

Date: Friday the 4th
Time: 2:30pm. Popcorn served
Event: 1st Friday Independent Film @YOUR Library
Location: Chestertown Branch, Kent County Public Library

Contact: Karin Cowperthwait
PH: 410-778-3636
Email: kcowperthwait@kent.lib.md.us
URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org

This month's selection is called FALLING ANGELS. Canadian filmmaker Scott Smith directs this black comedy. Based on the novel by Barbara Gowdy and adapted for the screen by poet and author Esta Spalding. Set in the late '60s and filmed on-location in Saskatchewan, this dark family drama focuses on the three teenaged daughters of the Field household. Callum Keith Rennie plays Jim Field, the loud-mouthed, domineering patriarch who has intimidated his wife Mary (Miranda Richardson) into a catatonic state of alcoholism and depression. Norma (Monté Gagné) is the oldest, most responsible daughter; she is overburdened and preoccupied by events from the past. Middle child Lou (Katharine Isabelle) chooses the rebellious path in order to escape her father's unreasonable demands. Youngest daughter Sandy (Kristin Adams) aspires to maximum femininity, engaging in an affair with an older, married man (Mark McKinney) in the process.
In English, 109 minutes.
R RATED

Date: Saturday the 5th
Time: 7-8:30pm
Event: Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble
Location: Fountain Park, Downtown Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-0500
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com/events/musicpark/

Music from the American experience.
The 16th season of Music in Fountain Park by the fountain in Historic Downtown Chestertown. Bring a blanket or chair. 7-8:30 pm, except July 3, 2010 when the concert starts early at 6:30 pm and ends at 8:00 pm in order to give people time to get to local fireworks displays. Concerts every other Saturday night, June through second weekend in September. Remaining Dates: June 19, July 3(early 6:30 pm start for this concert only), 17, & 31, Aug 14, 28, and Sept. 11. These free programs are sponsored by the Town of Chestertown with support from The Kent County Arts Council and Community Contributors. Donations may be sent to Music in Fountain Park, Town of Chestertown, 118 N. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620.

Date: Saturday the 5th
Time: 10am–12:30pm
Event: Sultana Projects Public Paddles
Location: Bogles Wharf on the Chester River

Contact: Sharon Burritt
PH: 410-778-5954
Email: sburritt@sultanaprojects.org
URL:

Spend a morning with Sultana Projects‚ trained staff paddling some of the most pristine sections of the National Park Service's new Captain John Smith Chesapeake National Historic Water Trail as well as adjacent river trails. Canoes are provided, so just bring a day-pack and be ready to explore.
Advance reservations recommended. Adults $30 / $15 under 12. Sorry, no children under 8.

Date: Saturday the 5th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Saturday the 5th
Time: 10am–4pm
Event: Polymer Clay Techniques Workshop: Mokume Gane
Location: Washington College

Contact: Artworks
PH: 410-778-6300
Email: artworkschestertown@gmail.com
URL: www.artworkschestertown.org

Originally an ancient Japanese metworking technique, mokume gane or "wood-grained metal" has evolved into a polymer clay standard. In this class, you'll learn how to create rich organic patterns, delicate layers of color, and the illusion of depth with a surprisingly simple technique. You'll have a choice of small projects to apply it to and will learn how to finish the clay for a professional looking, glass-like finish. Completion of Polymer Clay Basics Course is suggested but not required. Since supplies must be ordered in advance, the registration deadline for this class is Saturday, May 29.
Course fee is $70 for members; $85 for non-members. Fee includes a $10 materials fee. If you need a Polymer Clay Basics Tool Kit it may be purchased for $14.

Date: Wednesday the 9th
Time: 10am–4pm
Event: Polymer Clay Techniques Workshop: Mokume Gane
Location: Heron Point

Contact: Artworks
PH: 410-778-6300
Email: artworkschestertown@gmail.com
URL: www.artworkschestertown.org

Originally an ancient Japanese metworking technique, mokume gane or "wood-grained metal" has evolved into a polymer clay standard. In this class, you'll learn how to create rich organic patterns, delicate layers of color, and the illusion of depth with a surprisingly simple technique. You'll have a choice of small projects to apply it to and will learn how to finish the clay for a professional looking, glass-like finish. Completion of Polymer Clay Basics Course is suggested but not required. Since supplies must be ordered in advance, the registration deadline for this class is Saturday, May 29.
Course fee is $70 for members; $85 for non-members. Fee includes a $10 materials fee. If you need a Polymer Clay Basics Tool Kit it may be purchased for $14.

Date: Wednesday the 9th
Time: 6:30pm
Event: Mother Nature Makes a Spash @ KCPL
Location: 408 High Street, Chestertown, MD

Contact: Vera Shade, Children's Librarian
PH: 410-778-3636
Email: kcowperthwait@kent.lib.md.us
URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org

Summer Reading Kick-off; MAKE A SPLASH, READ! Popular Children's musican and performer Tracy Eldridge kicks off the summer fun at the Kent County Library with a splashing good show. All ages are welcome at this family program.

Date: Saturday the 12th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Saturday the 12th
Time: 1pm–4pm
Event: Old Fashioned Political Fish Fry
Location: Hynson Pavilion in Wilmer Park, Chestertown

Contact: Christina Showalter, Secretary
PH: 410-810-1487
Email: info@kentdems.org
URL: www.kentdems.org

The Democratic Club of Kent County is hosting an old fashioned fish fry and political rally with candidates for the 2010 elections. Tickets will be available for the event.

Date: Wednesday the 16th
Time: 4pm
Event: The Bubble Lady @ KCPL
Location: Main Branch, 408 High Street, Chestertown

Contact: Vera Shade, Children's Librarian
PH: 410-778-3636
Email: kcowperthwait@kent.lib.md.us
URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org

Pop into the Library and join us as we make really BIG bubbles.Come see the smoke bubbles, kids in bubbles and more!
Please call to register.

Date: Thursday the 17th
June 17, 18, 19, & 20
Time: Thur. Fri. & Sat. 8pm; Sun.2pm
Event: 6th Annual 10 Minute Play Festival
Location: The Prince Theatre

Contact: Box Office
PH: 410-810-2060
Email: boxoffice@princetheatre.org
URL: www.princetheatre.org

Short Attention Span Theatre returns to the Prince! Engaging evening of 10-minute plays showcasing a range of actors, directors and authors - including original works by local playwrights.
Evenings of June 17, 18, 19 at 8pm; June 20 Matinee at 2pm
Tickets: $15.00

Date: Thursday the 17th
Time: 7:00pm
Event: Do You Want You Knew More About County Government?
Location: The Book Plate, 112 S. Cross St, Chestertown, MD

Contact: William W. Pickrum
PH: 410-699-1203
Email: william.pickrum@baybroadband.net
URL:

A free non-partisan monthly seminar on Kent County
government operations.
Topics will include, General Governance, Water
and Waste Water Management, Law Enforcement,
Emergency Operations, Public School System,
County Parks and Recreation System, State
Relationships, Budgeting and more.
Seminars will include occasional invited guest speakers.
Wonder how the County and State relate to each other?
This is a monthly event on the 3rd Thrusday of each month.

Date: Friday the 18th
Time: 6:30pm
Event: Dinner on the Farm
Location: Lockbriar Farm, 1005 Worton Rd., Chestertonwn, Md

Contact: Marilyn Klompus
PH: 410–810–4898
Email: info@homegrownandgreen.com
URL: www.homegrownandgreen.com

Farm-to-Table Dinner.
A culinary adventure that brings you closer to the food we grow, the people who grow it, the land that provides this bountiful harvest. An opportunity to connect with the rural magnificence of Maryland's Eastern Shore.
A fete prepared by a team of chefs - Hors d'oeuvres followed by a 4 course meal with wine selections and Chef demonstrations.

Date: Friday the 18th
Time: 5-7pm
Event: 2nd Annual G.L.O.W. Festival
Location: 601 High Street Chestetown, MD (SOS, Inc. Parking Lot)

Contact: Carol Strootman (Youth Coordinator)
PH: 410-778-7911 ext 105
Email: youthcoor@familiesshine.org
URL:

Shared Opportunity Service, Inc. invites all girls to attend the second annual Girls Leading Our World (GLOW) Festival on June 18 from 5:00 pm to 7:00 pm at the Shared Opportunity Service, Inc. parking lot. The first 100 girls age 8 to 18 will receive a free goody bag and a t-shirt.
The event will feature guest speakers, crafts, games, moon bounce and prizes. Cherae Ensor will be leading a group Zumba activity . Local musician, Kate Russo, who has toured the US, Europe and Asia, will kick off the event.
Parents are encouraged to bring their daughters to this family friendly event. The GLOW Festival was organized to inspire and encourage young ladies to become leaders in their school and community.
The GLOW Festival and all activities are free. There will be food and vendor items available for sale.

Date: Saturday the 19th
Time: 7-8:30pm
Event: Chester River Runoff
Location: Fountain Park, Downtown Chestertown

Contact:
PH: 410-778-0500
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com/events/musicpark/

Bluegrass, Country, Americana
The 16th season of Music in Fountain Park by the fountain in Historic Downtown Chestertown. Bring a blanket or chair. 7-8:30 pm, except July 3, 2010 when the concert starts early at 6:30 pm and ends at 8:00 pm in order to give people time to get to local fireworks displays. Concerts every other Saturday night, June through second weekend in September. Remaining Dates: July 3(early 6:30 pm start for this concert only), 17, & 31, Aug 14, 28, and Sept. 11. These free programs are sponsored by the Town of Chestertown with support from The Kent County Arts Council and Community Contributors. Donations may be sent to Music in Fountain Park, Town of Chestertown, 118 N. Cross Street, Chestertown, MD 21620.

Date: Saturday the 19th
Time: 11am–1pm and 2–4pm
Event: Two-Hour Public Sail on Sultana
Location: Chestertown, MD

Contact: Sharon Burritt
PH: 410-778-5954
Email: sburritt@sultanaprojects.org
URL:

Departing and returning from Sultana‚s home port of historic Chestertown (and occasionally other ports around the Chesapeake), Sultana‚s two-hour public sails are a great way to sail the Chester River onboard a traditional schooner. Passengers are encouraged to help raise the sails, steer using Sultana's seven-foot long tiller, and explore the authentically reproduced crew's quarters below-decks. Advance reservations recommended. Adults $30 / $15 under 12. Sorry, no children under 5.

Date: Saturday the 19th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Saturday the 19th
Time: 6pm
Event: Tapas on The Farm
Location: Lockbriar Farm, 1005 Worton Rd., Chestertonwn, Md

Contact: Marilyn Klompus
PH: 410-810-4898
Email: info@homegrownandgreen.com
URL: www.homegrownandgreen.com

Small plates, local wines & beers, enjoyed in good company
with Chef Robbie Jester, Executive Chef, Harbor House Restaurant, Chestertown & Chef de Cuisine, Toscana Kitchen & Bar, Wilmington, DE. Chef David Perry of Casual Caterers and Guest Chef Bill Hoffman former Chef de Partie of The Green Room at The Hotel DuPont, Currently Executive Chef of The Bistro on the Brandywine in Chadds Ford.

Date: Sunday the 20th
Time: 11:30am–3:30pm
Event: Family Cookout on the Farm
Location: Lockbriar Farm, 1005 Worton Rd., Chestertonwn, Md

Contact: Marilyn Klompus
PH: 410–810–4898
Email: info@homegrownandgreen.com
URL: www.homegrownandgreen.com

Celebrate Father's Day with the family!
U-Pick berries, the music of Chester River Runoff and a family cook out. Lockbriar Farms is a family-run business, owned and operated by Wayne and Marcella Lockwood along with their children Jacqueline (age 13) and James (age 9). The original farm, located in rural Cecil County, Maryland, was developed on land owned by the Frazier family dating back to the 1800s. They have been growing fruits and vegetables since 1989. Lockbriar Farms strives to grow the best quality fruits and vegetables possible, and are committed to a cleaner, healthier environment for our family, farm, and community. A portion of the proceeds from the Lockbriar Farms events will benefit The Center for Environment and Society at Washington College.

Date: Wednesday the 23rd
Time: 2pm
Event: Signs Under the Sea .......KCPL
Location: Main Branch, 408 High Street, Chestertown

Contact: Vera Shade, Childrens Librarian
PH: 410-778-3636
Email: kcowperthwait@kent.lib.md.us
URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org

Signs Under the Sea with Kathy McMullan
Dive into splashy stories, songs and fun activities that explore the world of underwater animals through American Sign Language.
All ages are welcome at this family Program.

Date: Saturday the 26th
Time: 11am–1pm and 2–4pm
Event: Two-Hour Public Sail on Sultana
Location: Chestertown, MD

Contact: Sharon Burritt
PH: 410-778-5954
Email: sburritt@sultanaprojects.org
URL:

Departing and returning from Sultana‚s home port of historic Chestertown (and occasionally other ports around the Chesapeake), Sultana‚s two-hour public sails are a great way to sail the Chester River onboard a traditional schooner. Passengers are encouraged to help raise the sails, steer using Sultana's seven-foot long tiller, and explore the authentically reproduced crew's quarters below-decks. Advance reservations recommended. Adults $30 / $15 under 12. Sorry, no children under 5.

Date: Saturday the 26th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Event: Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets

Contact:
PH:
Email:
URL: www.chestertown.com\market

This longest running market in the state of Maryland, is open every Saturday morning from the beginning of April until Christmas. Lots of fresh produce and hand made goods and crafts displayed throughout Fountain Park, in the heart of Downtown Historic Chestertown.

Date: Tuesday the 29th
Time: 2pm
Event: Kerplunk! at The Kent County Public Library
Location: Main Branch, 408 High Street, Chestertown

Contact: Vera Shade, Children's Librarian
PH: 410-778-3636
Email: kcowperthwait@kent.lib.md.us
URL: www.kentcountylibrary.org

What's it like living in a marsh?
WHO lives there?
WHAT grows there?
WHY are wetlands important?
Presented by Girl Scouts of the Chesapeake Bay Council, Inc., this hands-on program for boys and girls answers the question through games, crafts and activities.
Ages 5 to 10. Please call to register.

Date: Wednesday the 30th
Time: 7:30pm
Event: Open Mic Night
Location: Prince Theatre - 210 High Street, Chestertown

Contact: Prince Theatre
PH: 410-810-2060
Email: boxoffice@princetheatre.org
URL: www.princetheatre.org

Open Mic Night with Ford Schumman now at the Prince! E-mail Ford at fordo1@aol.com for information and to sign up.