Things To Do In Southern Maryland July 12 Through July 18

SOUTHERN MARYLAND – Join us in celebrating community spirit, supporting local businesses, and exploring the rich offerings of Calvert, Charles, and St. Mary’s counties. Get ready to make the most of your week with our guide to all the exciting events happening across Southern Maryland.

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Calvert County Farmers Market in Lusby taking place every Saturday throughout September 21 (9 am to 1 pm), located at Sneade’s Ace Home Center – Parking Lot, 11861 HG Truman Road, Lusby, MD – Buying local is easy with an abundance of fresh food from Calvert County’s farmers, agri-businesses and watermen. Patrons can find local produce, meat, bedding plants (vegetables and herbs) and a bounty of other offerings at these “producer only” markets. For full farmers market schedule and location, please visit https://calvertag.com/3356/Farmers-Markets 

Sharkfest on July 13 (10 am to 5 pm), located at Calvert Marine Museum, 

14200 Solomons Island Rd S, Solomons, MD – Celebrate all things shark, all day, at CMM! Live sharks will be featured in the Corbin Pavilion for viewing. Learn fascinating ‘sharktoids’, examine evidence of prehistoric sharks, and take a picture in the life-size jaws of a Megalodon shark. Food and drinks will be for sale on site. Strollers and carts are not allowed in the museum for SHARKFEST. We strongly recommend purchasing admission tickets in advance. Capacity is limited.

Calvert Artists Guild Art Show and Sale on July 13 (10 am to 6 pm) and July 14 (10 am to 5 pm), located at Southern Maryland Sailing Association, Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD – Local artists show and offer for sale painting, photography, jewelry, glasswork, scratch board, mixed media and much more. Free event.

Calvert County Farmers Market – CalvertHealth, Prince Frederick taking place every Tuesday throughout November 26 (2:30 pm to 6:30 pm), located at CalvertHealth Medical Center, 130 Hospital Road, Prince Frederick, MD – Buying local is easy with an abundance of fresh food from Calvert County’s farmers, agri-businesses and watermen. Patrons can find local produce, meat, bedding plants (vegetables and herbs) and a bounty of other offerings at these “producer only” markets. For full farmers market schedule and location, please visit https://calvertag.com/3356/Farmers-Markets 

Calvert County Farmers Market – Dunkirk taking place every Thursday throughout September 5 (3:30 pm to 6:30 pm), located at Dunkirk District Park, 10750 Southern Maryland Blvd., Dunkirk, MD – Buying local is easy with an abundance of fresh food from Calvert County’s farmers, agri-businesses and watermen. Patrons can find local produce, meat, bedding plants (vegetables and herbs) and a bounty of other offerings at these “producer only” markets. For full farmers market schedule and location, please visit https://calvertag.com/3356/Farmers-Markets 

For more Calvert County events, visit the Calvert County Maryland website. 

CHARLES COUNTY

Wizard of Oz taking place on select dates from July 12 through July 28, located at Port Tobacco Players, 508 Charles St, La Plata, MD – This delightful production follows the adventures of Dorothy, a young girl transported to the magical land of Oz by a tornado, just like in the iconic film. Tickets required.

Blue Mermaid taking place on select dates from July 12 through July 20, located at Indian Head Center for the Arts, 4185 Indian Head Highway, Indian Head, MD – An Independent production. Tickets required.

Classic Car Show on July 13 (9 am to 3 pm), located at The Shops at Waldorf Center, 3003 Festival Way, Waldorf, MD – Join us for the Shops at Waldorf Center Classic Car Show of 2024 with DMV Rod’s & Classic’s Car Club. All cars welcome! 100 trophies awarded! Food vendors, live music and raffles. Plus, while here eat, drink and shop at our great retailers and restaurants! Rain Date: July 14.

Human Trafficking Awareness Event on July 13 (9 am to 3 pm), located at CCSO Headquarters Building, 6915 Crain Highway, La Plata, MD – Teen Court is hosting a Human Trafficking Awareness Event to help provide information and resources to the community. This outdoor event will include: multiple presentations to educate the community on human trafficking issues; the Red Sand Project which is an artistic installation meant to raise awareness on human trafficking and exploitation; and will feature community partners with information and resources. These resources could assist someone who may currently be or has been a victim of trafficking or to other members of the community in a variety of situations. The event will run from 9:00am to 3:00pm with 2 information presentations geared for adults in the morning and the Red Sand Project at 1:00pm. Resource cover the tri-county area and the event is free and open to the public. Free event. 

The Shops At Waldorf Center Farmers Market taking place every Saturday through mid-November (weather permitting) (10 am to 2 pm), located at Shops at Waldorf Center, 3003 Festival Way, Waldorf, MD – Guests are encouraged to visit the Farmers Market, held in the parking lot near CAVA, to find fresh local fruits and vegetables, including strawberries, apples, oranges, asparagus, avocados and tomatoes. Additionally, there will also be local makers, soaps, honey, baked goods and flowers. Visiting the Farmers Market is free and open to the public; no pre-registration is required. To learn more, visit the Farmer’s Market Facebook page or the Farmers Market event listing on The Shops at Waldorf website at https://bit.ly/3xOAlUs.

Women of Waldorf Cycling Club on July 14 (9 am to 12 pm), located at Indian Head Trailhead Parking, 10410 Theodore Green Blvd, White Plains, MD – Calling all ladies who love cycling! Join us for the Women of Waldorf cycling club, where we’ll pedal, connect, and empower each other. Free Event. 

For more Charles County events, visit the Charles County Maryland website. 

Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival 2024 taking place July 12 though July 14, located at St. Clement’s Island Museum, 38370 Breeze Point Rd Coltons Point, MD – The 24th annual Potomac Jazz & Seafood Festival is back July 12-14, 2024, with the main event occurring at St. Clement’s Island Museum (Saturday, July 13, 2024) and a kickoff concert at the College of Southern Maryland in Leonardtown (Friday, July 12, 2024) plus more fun all weekend throughout town! Ticket required.

Big Fish the Musical taking place on select dates July 13 through July 28, located at Three Notch Theatre, 21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park, MD – Based on the celebrated novel by Daniel Wallace and the acclaimed film directed by Tim Burton, Big Fish tells the story of Edward Bloom, a traveling salesman who lives life to its fullest…and then some! Edward’s incredible, larger-than-life stories thrill everyone around him—most of all, his devoted wife Sandra. But their son Will, frustrated by these stories and about to have a child of his own, is determined to find the truth behind his father’s epic tales. Overflowing with heart and humor, BIG FISH is an extraordinary musical that reminds us why we love going to the theatre—for an experience that’s richer, funnier and bigger than life itself. Content Advisory: Family-friendly – contains serious topics such as death. Running Time: 2 hours and 15 minutes (in addition to a 15 minute intermission). Adults $20; Special Discount Groups $17; Children 6-11 $15.

Family Fun Day – Breakfast with the Animals on July 14 (10:30 am to 11:30 am), located at Historic St. Mary’s City, 47755 Old Cove Road, Lexington Park, MD – Share your morning (10:30-11:30am) with the staff of Godiah Spray Tobacco Plantation (Historic St. Mary’s City) and help them feed the animals. Afterwards, enjoy a guided tour of the site. Museum Admission Fee covers this event AND full access to the all exhibits & sites for the remainder of the day.) PREREGISTRATION REQUIRED: 301-994-4371 or hsmcc.groups@maryland.gov.

Teacher Appreciation Week taking place July 16 through July 21 (10 am to 4 pm), located at Historic St. Mary’s, 18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary’s City, MD – Current educators and one guest receive free admission. Requires official school identification. Enjoy interpreted historic sites (representing both colonial & native populations), beautiful walking paths, visitor center, gift shop and more! And don’t miss St. John’s Site Museum (located on the campus of St. Mary’s College), which includes a full view & interpretation of the actual archaeological remains of this important 1638 building. See actual artifacts from the site and learn about the cultural & political issues of 17th century America. Free–Requires official school teacher identification.

Third Tuesday Tunes in Leonardtown Square on July 16 (12 pm to 1 pm), located at Leonardtown Square, 22699 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD – July 16th: Bradley Turner. Escape the midweek monotony and immerse yourself in the enchanting melodies of live acoustic music in Leonardtown Square! Join us for “Third Tuesday Tunes,” a musical oasis that transforms lunchtime into a soulful and vibrant experience. Brought to you by the Town of Leonardtown and Jimmy Hayden of RE/MAX 100 and Homes for Heroes (jimmyhaydenrealtor.com), this series is a part of our Leonardtown Summer Music Festival. Talented local acoustic artists will serenade you with an eclectic mix of tunes, creating the perfect backdrop for a relaxing and enjoyable break from your day. From classic hits to contemporary favorites, there’s something for everyone to enjoy. Bring a chair and/or blanket to get a front row seat! 

Free Community Walk on June 17 (7 pm), located at Lancaster Park, 21550 Willows Rd, Lexington Park, MD  – Join us for a free Walk! Let’s get those steps in! Meet at the basketball court near the entrance to the park. We will walk the park and the passive park. ** Please check https://www.facebook.com/groups/232455356216668 for any updated weather information****

For more St. Mary’s County events, check out the Visit St. Mary’s MD website. 

SOUTHERN MARYLAND LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE BROUGHT TO YOU BY LYNN’S MUSIC LISTINGS

Friday – July 12th

• 2:00pm – Higher Standards – The Fenwick Inn – Leonardtown MD
• 5:00pm – Joe Parsons – Greene Turtle Sports Bar – California MD
• 5:00pm – Ryan Webster – Greene Turtle Sports Bar – La Plata MD
• 5:00pm – Out of Order – Running Hare Winery – Prince Frederick MD
• 5:00pm – Gary Harmon – Corteau Vineyards – Mechanicsville MD
• 5:30pm – Eddie Anderson – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
• 6:00pm – Dust on the Bottle – Mully’s Brewery – Prince Frederick MD
• 6:00pm – Mike Mallick – JaneMark Winery & Vineyard – Brandywine MD
• 6:00pm – Tom Curran – Gemeny Winery & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
• 6:00pm – 3 of a Kind – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
• 6:00pm – John Luskey Duo – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
• 6:00pm – The Hyland Brothers – Happy Harbor Restaurant – Deale MD
• 6:00pm – Glamour Kitty – The TIKI Bar – Solomons MD
• 6:00pm – Chris Dean – Stoney’s Clarkes Landing – Hollywood MD
• 6:00pm – Greg Barrick – Southern Trail Distillery – Mechanicsville MD
• 6:30pm – Audra Keeler & Johnny Brown – Bugeye Grill – Solomons MD
• 7:00pm – Funkzilla – Sunset Creek @ Vera’s – Lusby MD
• 7:00pm – 257th Army Band – Town Hall Concert Series – La Plata  MD
• 7:00pm – River Concert Series – St. Marys College – St. Marys City MD
• 8:00pm – The Nighthawks – Fitzies Restaurant & Bar – Leonardtown MD
• 8:00pm – John Howard – O’Gannigan’s Irish Pub – Prince Frederick MD
• 8:00pm – Titus & Simpson – Buckets Bar & Grill – Lusby MD
• 8:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Happy Harbor Restaurant – Deale MD
• 8:00pm – James Cornett – Phils Place – Hughesville MD
• 8:00pm – The Dynamos – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
• 9:00pm – Dagenhart – Coconut Joe’s – Edgewater MD

Saturday – July 13th

• 12:30pm – Hyland Brothers – Running Hare Winery – Prince Frederick MD
• 1:00pm – Pineapple Band – The TIKI Bar – Solomons MD
• 1:00pm – Brian Grumbine – Seabreeze Tiki Bar – Mechanicsville MD
• 2:00pm – Pete Best – Ketch 22 Restaurant – North Beach MD
• 2:00pm – Greg Floberg – Corteau Vineyards – Mechanicsville MD
• 2:00pm – John Luskey – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
• 2:00pm – Catey Peters – JaneMark Winery & Vineyard – Brandywine MD
• 2:00pm – Joseph Norris – Perigeaux Vineyards & Winery – Saint Leonard MD
• 2:00pm – Elijah Meyers – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD
• 3:00pm – Sold Separately – Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
• 4:00pm – Moosejaw – Gemeny Winery & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
• 5:00pm – Levi Stephens – Happy Harbor Restaurant – Deale MD
• 6:00pm – The Websters – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
• 6:00pm – Girl Crush – King Farm – Rockville MD
• 6:00pm – Dunn’s River Band – Blue Fish Pub & Yacht Center – Solomons MD
• 6:00pm – Chris Dean – Southern Trail Distillery – Mechanicsville MD
• 6:30pm – The Prophessor – Bugeye Grill – Solomons MD
• 6:00pm – Funkzilla – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
• 6:30pm – Neverland Band – Brudergarten @ SOF Market – Leonardtown MD
• 7:00pm – Chris Collat – Sunset Creek @ Vera’s – Lusby MD
• 7:00pm – Topside – The Potomac Gardens – Coltons Point MD
• 7:00pm – Hate The Toy – Seabreeze Tiki Bar – Mechanicsville MD
• 7:00pm – The Amish Outlaws – The TIKI Bar – Solomons MD
• 8:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Killarney House Pub – Davidsonville MD
• 8:00pm – Dead or Alive Comedy Show – Atomic Seafood & Bar – Lusby MD
• 8:00pm – DirtyWorx – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
• 8:30pm – Jack McNutt – O’Gannigan’s Irish Pub – Prince Frederick MD
• 9:00pm – Maryland Monroe – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD
• 8:00pm – Taboo – Buckets Bar & Grill – Lusby MD
• 9:00pm – HydraFX – The Last Drop – Hollywood MD

Sunday – July 14th

• 11:00am – Lissie Deere – Charles Street Brasserie – Solomons MD
• 12:00pm – Jack McNutt – Social Coffeehouse – Leonardtown MD
• 2:00pm – Mike Mead – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
• 2:00pm – Alan Prather – Corteau Vineyards – Mechanicsville MD
• 2:00pm – Abel Baez – JaneMark Winery & Vineyard – Brandywine MD
• 2:00pm – Jazz Trotters – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD
• 2:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Traders Seafood & Ale – Chesapeake Beach MD
• 2:00pm – Nightcap – The TIKI Bar – Solomons MD
• 3:00pm – Billy Breslin – The Pier – Solomons MD
• 3:00pm – Carly Rose -American Legion Post #274 – Lusby MD
• 3:00pm – Jerry Wimmer  w/Chris Dean – Dockside – Colonial Beach VA
• 3:00pm – Matt Guilherme – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
• 3:00pm – Bourbon Decay – Swan Point Yacht & Country Club – Issue MD
• 3:00pm – Sister Midnight – Seabreeze Tiki Bar – Mechanicsville MD
• 3:00pm – John Luskey – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
• 3:00pm – Bradley Turner – Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
• 3:00pm – Greg Barrick – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
• 5:00pm – Funkzilla Unplugged – Bugeye Grill – Solomons MD
• 6:00pm – Ryan Forrester – Happy Harbor Restaurant – Deale MD

Monday – July 15th

• 6:30pm – Open Improv Comedy Jam – The Last Drop – Hollywood MD
• 7:00pm – Open Mic w/ Will Benthal – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD

Tuesday – July 16th

• 5:00pm – Catey Peters – Heritage 485 – Prince Frederick MD
• 6:30pm – Open Mic w/Mike Trujillo – The Last Drop – Hollywood MD

Wednesday – July 17th

• 4:00pm – Doc Lohn – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD
• 5:00pm – Hyland Brothers – Ketch 22 Restaurant – North Beach MD
• 6:00pm – Nightcap – The Pier – Solomons MD 
• 7:00pm – Rumba Club Latin Jazz – SMC Arts Center – Saint Marys City MD
• 7:00pm – Open Mic w/Steve Nelson – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
• 7:00pm – Acoustic Artist Showcase – The Last Drop – Hollywood MD
• ————– w/Greg Barrick & Crystal Leon

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