2010-11-27

Chestertown, Maryland December Events

Did you know the longest running market in the state of Maryland is found in Chestertown?

Chestertown, Maryland December Events

Green Beans And A Variety Of Peas Farmer's Market



Little Women the Broadway Musical

Date: Thursday the 2nd
December 2-5, 2010
Time: December 2, 3 and 4 at 8 pm. December 5 at 2 pm
Location: Prince Theatre Contact: Box Office
PH: 410–810–2060
Email: office@princetheatre.org
URL: http://www.princetheatre.org/

'Little Women, the Musical' book by Allan Knee, music by Jason Howland and lyrics by Mindi Dickstein, is based on the beloved classic by Louisa May Alcott.
This familiar inspiring saga, enhanced with 26 heartwarming, poignant, and entertaining songs, is directed by Ed Langrell.
"Little Women" is a co-production of the Prince Theatre Foundation and the Tred Avon Players.
Tickets: $15 for Adults, $5 for students with valid ID


The Artists' Gallery First Friday
Date: Friday the 3rd
December 03 - January 31
Time: 5-8pm Reception on the 1st Friday of the
Location: 239 High Street, Chestertown Contact:
PH: 410-778-2425
Featuring Shirley Hunt's new photography
Chestertown's 1st Fridays
Date: Friday the 3rd
Time: 5-8pm

Location: Downtown Chestertown Contact:
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.


Reflections
Date: Friday the 3rd
Dec. 3, 2010 - Jan. 29, 2011
Time: 5-8pm
Location: Chestertown Arts League at 312 Cannon St. in Chest Contact: Rich Hall
PH: 410-928-5012
Email: rwhall@pitt.edu

An open-themed art show of CAL members work in all media leading into and through the holiday season. 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: Dec 3, 2010 - Jan 29, 2011


Chester River Chorale presents "A Chestertown Holiday"
Date: Friday the 3rd
Time: 8pm
Location: Hotchkiss Recital Hall, Gibson Fine Arts Center, Washington College Contact: John Ames, President of the Board of Directors
PH: 410-778-1438
Email: info@chesterriverchorale.org
URL: www.chesterriverchorale.org/

"A Chestertown Holiday" choral concert, featuring organ, brass and percussion ensemble, and guest artist, Cantor Gary Schiff, marks both the beginning of the Christmas season and the eight-day Hanukkah Festival of Lights. In its first concert under the direction of Doug Cox, former Assistant Director of the Soldiers‚ Chorus of the U.S. Army Field Band, the Chester River Chorale will sing music of both religious traditions, as well as familiar secular carols of the season.
Comments: Tickets $15 - will be available in Chestertown at Compleat Bookseller and Scottie's on High Street, and at Towne Stationers in the Washington Square Shopping Center - in Galena at the Galena Pharmacy - in Rock Hall at Java Rock - and by mail at PO Box 461, Chestertown, MD 21620


Reflections
Date: Saturday the 4th
Dec. 4 - Jan. 22, 2011
Time: Thur. & Fr. 11am-4pm; Sat. 10am
Location: Chestertown Arts League Contact:
PH: 410-778-5789
Email: artsleague@verizon.net

An open-themed show of members work in all media leading into and through the holiday season.


Christmas Open House at the Geddes-Piper
Date: Saturday the 4th
Time: 12-4pm
Location: 101 Church Alley, Chestertown Contact: Diane Daniels
PH: 410-778-3499
Email: director@kentcountyhistory.org
URL: www.kentcountyhistory.org

Fruit and Evergreens offer a lovely Colonial Christmas in this 18th Century townhouse, headquarters of the Historical Society of Kent County. Stop by for a light afternoon tea, and historical anecdotes of Christmases past.


Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Date: Saturday the 4th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets Contact:
URL: http://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.


The Chester River Chorale Presents "A Chestertown Holiday"
Date: Sunday the 5th
Time: 3pm
Location: Hotchkiss Recital Hall, Gibson Center for the Arts, Washington College Contact: John Ames, President of the Board of Directors
PH: 410-810-1438
Email: info@chesterriverchorale.org
URL: www.chesterriverchorale.org/

"A Chestertown Holiday" choral concert, featuring organ, brass and percussion ensemble, and guest artist, Cantor Gary Schiff, marks both the beginning of the Christmas season and the eight-day Hanukkah Festival of Lights. In its first concert under the direction of Doug Cox, former Assistant Director of the Soldiers‚ Chorus of the U.S. Army Field Band, the Chester River Chorale will sing music of both religious traditions, as well as familiar secular carols of the season.

Tickets $15 - Will be available in Chestertown at Compleat Bookseller and Scottie's on High Street, and at Towne Stationers in the Washington Square Shopping Center - in Galena at Galena Pharmacy - in Rock Hall at Java Rock - and by mail to PO Box 461, Chestertown, MD 21620


Tree of Lights
Date: Thursday the 9th
Time: 5:30pm
Location: Chester River Hospital Center Contact: Kenda Leager

PH: 410-778-7668 ext 4013
Email: kleager@chesterriverhealth.org

Chester River Health Foundation is pleased to sponsor the 23rd annual Tree of Lights ceremony on Thursday, December 9, at 5:30 p.m. All proceeds from this event support local hospice services offered through Chester River Home Care & Hospice; it will be held in the courtyard in front of the Chester River Hospital Center and following the tree lighting refreshments will be served inside the lobby.

You can purchase a $10 light for the tree in memory of someone special or in honor of a friend, teacher, colleague or anyone you would like to remember with a unique gift.


Chestertown Farmers' & Artisans' Market
Date: Saturday the 11th
Saturdays April 10-Dec 18, 2010
Time: 8am-1pm
Location: Fountain Park, at High and Cross Streets Contact:
URL: http://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.

26th Annual Holiday House Tour
Date: Saturday the 11th
Time: 1–4pm
Location: starts at Emmanuel Church Contact: Kiki Jones
PH: 410 778-4179
Email: kcmsptsa@gmail.com
URL: http://www.holidayhousetour.org/

The 26th Annual Holiday House Tour is a self-paced tour where docents will guide you through the decorated historic homes and buildings. Restroom facilities will be available at Emmanuel Church. Light refreshments and cookies will also be served to all ticket holders. ALL proceeds will benefit the new Kent County Middle School. Tickets are available online at www.holdiayhousetour.org. Order by mail, send a check and ticket request information to :2010 Holiday House Tour, Kent County Middle School, 402 E.Campus Ave, Chestertown, MD 21620


Gather Round: Stories Read and Told
Date: Saturday the 11th
Time: 6pm
Location: Prince Theatre Contact: Prince Theatre
PH: 410–810–2060
Email: office@princetheatre.org
URL: http://www.princetheatre.org/

Join us for an evening of storytelling featuring tales from Christmas, Hanukkah and Kwanza. This year we are partnering with Shared Opportunity Service, Inc. and the Kent County Public Library. We'll provide cookies and cocoa. We ask that you consider contributing a canned food item.
Admission is free, but donations are accepted!


Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble - Holiday Band Concert
Date: Sunday the 12th
Time: 4pm
Location: Emmanuel Episcopal Church, Cross & High Streets, Chestertown Contact:
PH: 410-810-1834

The Eastern Shore Wind Ensemble, directed by Dr. Keith Wharton, will present a program of holiday-season concert-band music with a theme of "Good Tidings to All."

The band is an all-ages community concert band formed to offer area wind and percussion musicians an opportunity to continue or return to the pleasures of playing quality music in a large ensemble. New members are always welcome, without audition or fee. The ensemble is partially supported by the Kent County Arts Council.
Admission is free.


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


Chester River Chorale's Messiah Sing-In
Date: Saturday the 18th
Time: 8pm
Location: Prince Theatre Contact: Box Office
PH: 410–810–2060
Email: office@princetheatre.org
URL: www.princetheatre.org

Jointly sponsored by CRC and Prince Theatre, this event is Chestertown's answer to a global phenomenon ' the annual community sing-along of George Frederick Handel's Messiah (Part I)' a true experience in community performance art. If you do not have a personal copy of the music, fear not, for behold, I bring you good news. . . CRC will make available a copy for your use!
Tickets are $5

 

Chestertown, Maryland event information for the Eastern Shore sourced from http://www.chestertown.com/artscalendar2.php?month=December&date=2010

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