Calvert County Events Schedule Heats Up in June; Activities Abound for Students and Adults Alike

PRINCE FREDERICK, Md., -- May 19, 2006 - With schools set to close in a few weeks, students across the region will be looking for interesting adventures to fill their days. Calvert County is home to a number of unique museums, beautiful parks and one-of-a-kind attractions. North to south and east to west, Calvert County has events for everyone – from fun-filled family festivals to car shows and soccer games. Less than an hour’s drive from the big city lights, Calvert County is the perfect location for your next relaxing vacation, action-packed day-trip or leisurely afternoon drive.

June 4 (11:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.)
North Beach House & Garden Club Tour
St. Anthony’s Catholic Church parking lot, North Beach
Visit old, new and renovated houses and cottages in the North Beach area. Reservations recommended.
www.ci.north-beach.md.us or 301-855-6681.

June 9 (10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.)
Strawberry Bake Off
Southern Community Center, Lusby
Bake or make your favorite strawberry dish and you could win two seats on one of the Southern District’s New York Shopping trips. Entries due by 10:00 a.m. www.co.cal.md.us or 410-586-1101.

June 10 (8:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
Tour de Solomons
Solomons River Walk, Solomons
A day of family entertainment featuring a bike tour (registration fee) and free live entertainment.
www.TourdeSolomons.com or 888-580-3856.

June 16 (Noon to 1:00 p.m.)
Courtyard Concert
Courthouse, Prince Frederick
Pianist Bob Geresti performs beloved piano classics and your special requests at a free concert in the courtyard of the Prince Frederick Courthouse. Alternate rain location-CalvART Gallery.
www.CalvertArts.org or 410-257-7005.

June 17 (11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.)
African-American Family Community Day
Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum, St. Leonard
The 11th annual family event features African dancing and drums, singing groups, face painting, student art contest, crafts and food. Supported by Calvert County Branch of NAACP, Calvert County Board of Commissioners, JPPM & Friends of JPPM. www.jefpat.org or 410-535-2730.

June 17-18
CrabKnocker “Mixes It Up” Soccer Tournament
Multiple locations throughout the County
The Calvert Soccer Association and St. Mary's Youth Soccer Association have joined forces to bring the Fourth Annual Select/Travel Soccer Tournament to the area. www.calvertsoccer.org.

June 24 (9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.)
31st Annual Tobacco Trail Antique & Classic Car Show
Annmarie Garden, Solomons
Celebrate the automobile as an art form as antique and classic automobiles are displayed amidst the sculpture at Annmarie Garden. Co-hosted by the Antique Automobile Club of America, the world’s largest automobile historical society.
www.annmariegarden.org or 410-326-4640.

June 30 (10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.)
Red, White & Blue Picnic
Calvert County Fairgrounds, Prince Frederick
Wear your red, white and blue and celebrate Flag Day.
410-257-2549 or 410-586-2748.

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