Things to do, see, and hear in the capital area

You can’t be bored in our area of Maryland during the summer. Whether you want music, science, history, or just a great day outdoors, there’s an event or destination for all ages and interests. Here’s a sampling of what’s going on in the next week:

Things to Do and Discover for All Ages

Wednesday, July 11 - Bubble Science. Come try your hand, learn the science behind bubbles and try making different shapes. Specialized hands-on fun for two age groups: Ospreys (ages 5-7) 9-10 a.m. Herons (ages 8-12) 11-Noon. Admission. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, 647 Contees Wharf Rd., Edgewater. For more information and to pre-register call 443-482-2300.

Friday, July 13 - Archaeology with the Lost Towns. Help history come alive by learning about our colonial past and participating in a dig at the Contee Farm property , sponsored by the Smithsonian Environmental Research Center partnering with the Anne Arundel County Lost Towns Archeological team.Bring clothes that can get dirty, gardening gloves and a water bottle. Ages 12+. 9 a.m.-Noon. Admission. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, 647 Contees Wharf Rd, Edgewater. For more information and to pre-register call 443-482-2300.

Saturday, July 14 - St. Margaret’s Joust Tournament. A day of jousting, crafts, children’s activities, and "home-cooked" food at the St. Margaret’s Ring Joust and Country Craft Faire. Admission. 10:30 a.m.-4 p.m. St. Margaret’s Episcopal Church, Pleasant Plains and St. Margaret’s Roads, Annapolis. For more information call 410-974-0200.

 

Saturday,  July 14 - Night Time Stars and Constellations. Learn to read the night sky with a National Air and Space Museum educator. Ages 12+. 8:00-10 p.m. Admission. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, 647 Contees Wharf Rd, Edgewater. For more information and to pre-register call 443-482-2300. 

Saturday and Sunday, July 14-15 - Capt. John Smith Festival. Come see twelve modern adventurers who have been rowing and sailing along the route explored by Captain John Smith in 1608. The voyagers, their 17th-century-style boat called a shallop, and a fun-filled display will be a part of a celebration of the region’s history, heritage, and environment. 10:30 a.m. Free. City Dock, Annapolis. Annapolis Maritime Museum, Barge House, 133 Bay Shore Drive, Eastport. For more information call 410-295-0104 or visit www.annapolismaritimemuseum.org.

Wednesday, July 18 - Birding - Special Access Series. Visit an old abandoned house, look for shore birds, osprey, forest birds, and marsh birds on Corn Island. The island sits on the Rhode River and is accessed by a narrow spit of land. Adult birding program. Bring binoculars if you have them. 8:30-10 a.m. Admission. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, 647 Contees Wharf Rd., Edgewater. For more information and to pre-register call 443-482-2300.

Wednesday, July 18 - Puddle Stompers: Count Along with Me Nature Hike. Children ages 3-5 yrs. of age and their parents/guardians are invited to look under rocks and logs, stroll through marshes, and journey through forest paths. 3-4 p.m. Admission. Smithsonian Environmental Research Center, 647 Contees Wharf Rd., Edgewater. For more information and to pre-register call 443-482-2300.

Toe-Tapping Music for All Tastes

Wednesday, July 11 - ‘Peterbuilt’ musical performance. Rain date July 18. 7-9 p.m. Free. Annapolis Harbour Center, Rt. 2 (south of Parole), Annapolis. For more information visit www.annapolisharbourcenter.com.

Wednesday, July 11 - Steve Keith musical performance. Bring your own lawn chairs and a picnic baskets. 7-9 p.m. Cap’n Herbie Sadler Park, Back Creek at the end of Second Street, Eastport. Free. For more information call 410-295-0104 or visit website.

Thursday, July 12 - Steve Keith musical performance. Free. 12 p.m. City Dock, Annapolis. For more information call 410-295-0104 or visit website.

Saturday, July 14 - Fisher Street Band. Performs at Quiet Waters Park Summer Concert Series. Bring lawn chairs or a blanket for seating. Free. 6-8 p.m. 600 Quiet Waters Park Road (off Hillsmere Drive), Annapolis. For more information call 410-222-1777.

Wednesday, July 18 - Geoff Kaufman performance. Contemporary, folk and traditional acoustic music. 8:30 p.m. Museum Campus, Annapolis Maritime Museum, Barge House, 133 Bay Shore Drive, Eastport. For more information call 410-295-0104 or visit www.annapolismaritimemuseum.org.

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