In Calvert County, Adventures are Only a Gas Tank Away

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md., -- April 27, 2006 - With rising gas prices and sunny springtime temperatures, why not spend the day outside and close to home, right here in Calvert County? There is so much to see and do just a quick drive down the road - from art and folklife celebrations to canoe trips and railway memorabilia.

May 6
10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Solomons Maritime Folklife Festival
Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons
This one-day event will highlight classic boats and engines, as well as celebrate traditional Chesapeake Bay crafts, food, folkways, music and watercraft industries. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or 410-326-2042.

May 6 - 7
10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Calvert Artists’ Guild May Art Show
Annmarie Garden, Solomons
Enjoy a show and sale with artworks by Calvert Artists’ Guild members. Artists’ reception on May 6, from 2:00 – 4:00 p.m. www.calvertartistsguild.org or 301-863-9663.

May 13
7:30 p.m.
Spring Concert
Middleham Chapel’s Great Hall, Lusby
Come hear Patuxent Voices as they perform women’s a capella music to celebrate spring. They’ll perform madrigals, spirituals, American songs and other music to appeal to the whole family. www.patuxentvoices.org or 410-586-1071.

May 14
11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. and 5:00 p.m. – 7:00 p.m.
Mother’s Day Brunch and Evening Cruises
Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons
Bring mom or that special someone for a special brunch or dinner cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison, the only Coast Guard-licensed log-hulled vessel in the United States. Food provided, reservations required. www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or 410-326-2042.

May 14
3:00 – 5:00 p.m.
Ward Virts Concert Series: CSM Concert Choir
College of Southern Maryland, Prince Frederick
CSM’s concert choir will present major choral works performed in an outdoor setting. Limited number of tickets available. Call for reservations or visit the CSM Campus Activities Office. www.csmd.edu or 443-550-6079.

May 20
9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Guided Canoe Trip
Warrior’s Rest Sanctuary, Port Republic
Enjoy a guided scenic tour of the bucolic Parkers Creek. The trip is free, but donations are appreciated and reservations are required. (Note that canoe trips can be physically strenuous.) www.acltweb.org or 410.586.1570.

May 20
11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.
Mind Body Spirit Day
Annmarie Garden, Solomons
Experience a day of free therapies such as massage, reiki, yoga, drumming, walking a labyrinth and more. Co-hosted by Calvert Memorial Hospital’s Healthy Alternatives, this free event introduces visitors to various approaches to leading healthier lives. www.annmariegarden.org or 410-326-4640.

May 21
12:30 to 3:30 p.m.
Spring Family Fun Day
Chesapeake Beach Railway Museum, Chesapeake Beach
Come for a fun-filled day for the whole family with entertainment especially for children, hands-on crafts and old-fashioned games. www.cbrm.org or 410-257-3892.

For more information on the Calvert County, Maryland Department of Economic Development, our visitor sites and attractions and the services available to assist County businesses, call 410.535.4583, 800.331.9771 or 301.855.1880; or send an e-mail to info@ecalvert.com