things to do in southern maryland: THINGS TO DO IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND: The Garden Fair at Sotterley Plantation - April 17th & 18th, 2010! - 03/11/10 02:09 PM











THE GARDEN FAIR AT SOTTERLEY PLANTATION
Date: April 17th & 18th, 2010
Time:  10:00 am to 4:00 pm
Location:  Sotterley Plantation
Address:  44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD  20636
County:  St. Mary's
Admission:  $7 per person

The Garden Fair at Sotterley Plantation will be held on April 17th & 18th from 10 am to 4 pm. Admission fee is $7 per person. There will be a Plant Sale, Hands-on-Activities, Vendors, Speakers & Exhibits.
For More Information Call: (301)-373-2280        
Visit:  Sotterley Plantation        
Plantation Site Map
Sotterley is located off of Route 245 at 44300 Sotterley Lane in Hollywood, Maryland.
It … (2 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: THINGS TO DO IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND: Legends & Lore Tours at Sotterley Plantation - February 27, 2010! - 02/18/10 02:34 PM
THINGS TO DO IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND:  Legends & Lore Tours at Sotterley Plantation

LEGENDS & LORE TOURS
An eerie after-hours Mansion tour * Spirit sighting stories of past & present *
Date: February 27, 2010
Time:  Two Tours - 5pm & 7pm
Location:  Sotterley Plantation
Address:  44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD  20636
County:  St. Mary's
Admission:  $20 per person
Reservations Required
This tour is limited to a group of 15 to 18 people.  Limited to ages 16 and up.

LEGENDS & LORE TOURS
The spirits have been restless as of late - more so than usual. On Saturday, February 27th, Education … (6 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: THINGS TO DO IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND: Legend & Lore Tours at Sotterley Plantation - January 23, 2010! - 12/29/09 12:00 AM

LEGENDS & LORE TOURS
An eerie after-hours Mansion tour * Spirit sighting stories of past & present *
Date: January 23, 2010
Time:  Two Tours - 5pm & 7pm
Location:  Sotterley Plantation
Address:  44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD  20636
County:  St. Mary's
Admission:  $20 per person
Reservations Required
This tour is limited to a group of 15 to 18 people.  Limited to ages 16 and up.

LEGENDS & LORE TOURS
An eerie after-hours Mansion tour * Spirit sighting stories of past & present *
Come to Sotterley Plantation for this special Legends & Lore Tour.  Hear the legends and uneplained occurences … (4 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: THINGS TO DO IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND: Legends & Lore Tours - Sotterly Plantation in St. Mary's County - November 13 & 14, 2009! - 10/21/09 04:47 PM
THINGS TO DO IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND - Legends & Lore Tours at Sotterley Plantation - November 13 & 14, 2009! 
An eerie after-hours Mansion tour * Spirit sighting stories of past & present *


 
LEGENDS & LORE TOURS
Date: November 13 & 14, 2009
Time:  5:30 pm ~ 7:00 pm
Location:  Sotterley Plantation
Address:  44300 Sotterley Lane, Hollywood, MD  20636
County:  St. Mary's
Admission:  $20 per person
Reservations Required
This tour is limited to a group of 15 to 18 people.  Limited to ages 16 and up.
 
LEGENDS & LORE TOURS
An eerie after-hours Mansion tour * Spirit sighting … (2 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: Open House & Community Picnic At Summerseat Farm - Sunday, September 13, 2009! - 08/24/09 07:47 PM
SUMMERSEAT FARM 
Mechanicsville, Maryland
OPEN HOUSE & COMMUNITY PICNIC
Enjoy an old-fashioned picnic with your family and friends.  Bring your blanket and picnic basket for a relaxing afternoon in the natural beauty of picturesque Summerseat.
Sunday , September 13, 2009 | 12:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Summerseat Farm Inc, is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization dedicated to the preservation of historic Summerseat Farm.  120 Acres with Trails to Explore, Manor House Tours, Educational Programs, American Buffalo, Vineyard, Gardens, Farm Animals and much more......

FALL MEMBERSHIP SPECIAL - Renew or attain a new membership and your name will be entered in a drawing to win a … (2 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: Riverside Winefest at Sotterly In Hollywood - October 3rd & 4th, 2009! - 08/24/09 04:36 PM

Riverside Winefest at SotterleyOctober 3rd & 4th, 2009Noon to 6:00 pm
Celebrating the Best of Maryland! Artisan Vendors • Antique Sale • Demonstrations • Exhibits • Live Music • Children's Activities • Fine Foods for Purchase
Reservations Suggested Admission Fee: $20 At Gate; Advance Purchase discounts available through September 25th, 2009.
 
 
Enjoy an afternoon of multiple wine tastings, live music, antique show, great food, exhibits and demonstrations, artisan vendors, children's programs and more in a breathtaking setting!

 
Click here for Ticket Information                         
Before Sept 25th$17 General Public$15 Sotterley Members
 


       
Wonderful live music both … (2 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: ST. MARY'S COUNTY ANNOUNCEMENT: FARMERS MARKET COMES TO LEONARDTOWN TOWN SQUARE! - 08/10/09 02:42 PM

FARMERS MARKET COMES TO LEONARDTOWN TOWN SQUARE
Visit the "new" Farmers Market in Downtown Leonardtown, in front of Jeannie's Park, each Friday from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Delicious home baked goods are sold by "Ma's Pastries." You can purchase a variety of yummy cookies, pies, cinnamon rolls, and breads - mmmm!
Beautiful flower baskets and local produce are also sold at the stand right next to "Ma's." Fresh tomatoes, eggplant, squash, and corn are just some of the vegetables on display, and the flower arrangements are gorgeous!
 
The Farmers Market will also be set up at various … (3 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: ST. MARY'S COUNTY EVENTS: St. Mary's County Oyster Festival - Saturday, October 17, 2009! - 08/10/09 12:03 PM

ST. MARY'S COUNTY OYSTER FESTIVAL
Date:  October 17, 2009, Saturday
Location:  St. Mary's County Fairgrounds, 42455 Fairgrounds Rd., Leonardtown, MD, 20650 
The Annual St. Mary's County Oyster Festival has grown to become one of the Eastern Seaboard's leading regional folk festivals. Good food, quality entertainment and two nationally recognized contests are the elements that attract visitors from across the country. There are 18,000 attendees expected.
Directions To The St. Mary's County Oyster Festival
 


A family-oriented festival, the St. Mary's event is noted for its' emphasis on food, shucking and cooking contests, and quality entertainment.  Lots of exciting attractions … (0 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: Annual Native American Pow Wow On August 8-9, 2009! - 08/02/09 04:56 PM

24TH ANNUAL NATIVE AMERICAN POW WOW
Date:  August 8-9, 2009
Location:  Calvert County Fairgrounds, 140 Calvert Fair Drive, Prince Frederick
Time:  Saturday, 10am - 6pm
          Sunday, 10 am - 5pm
Grand Entry at noon on both days
Come to the 24th annual AIITCO Pow Wow as Native Americans across the country perform their tribal dances and craft vendors sell their goods. Native foods will be available. Take time to learn about Native culture and customs.
                                                                                                                                                    

Camping for vendors and dancers will be allowed on the grounds.              
For More Information - Visit: www.aiitco.com or Call: 301-869-9381 or (301)-884-2142

 

Directions To … (4 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: THINGS TO DO AND PLACES TO VISIT IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND: Budds Creek Motorcross Park - 07/21/09 04:41 AM

WELCOME TO BUDDS CREEK MOTORCROSS PARK
Nestled in the forest of Southern Maryland, Budds Creek is a world-caliber Motocross track. Its natural terrain and scenic beauty have seen races including the USGP, along with 125/250/500 National events.  The park also hosts numerous amateur Motocross, and hare scrambles races throughout the year.
Budds Creek will be hosting the AMA Lucas Oil Motocross and Motocross Lites (formerly 125 and 250) Pro National Championship on Saturday August 22nd.  The top tier  professional riders from all over the USA come to compete at this event, and the Budds Creek track offers nearly perfect visibility … (2 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: PLACES TO VISIT IN SOUTHERN MARYLAND: Patuxent River Naval Air Museum In Lexington Park! - 07/07/09 12:59 PM
                                                                                           PATUXENT RIVER NAVAL AIR MUSEUM
This museum is the nation's only museum dedicated to naval aviation research, development, testing, and evaluation. Exhibits include the 'Iron Maiden', the rubber airplane, the unmanned 'Pioneer', and 17 pieces of aircraft.
 

The Patuxent River Naval Air Museum is located at Pegg Rd. and Route 235, Lexington Park, MD  20653.  Adjacent to Gate 1 at the Naval Air Station, Patuxent River. 
The Museum is open 10 am - 5 pm, Tuesday-Sunday, closed Mondays.
Admission & parking are free.
The Museum is wheelchair accessible and has a Gift Shop.
For information about the Museum, membership, … (4 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: PLACES TO VISIT IN CALVERT COUNTY: Flag Ponds Nature Park In Saint Leonard! - 07/02/09 02:38 PM

For hundreds of years the forces of nature have reshaped the Chesapeake Bay shoreline of Flag Ponds Nature Park, creating a remarkable variety of natural environments--from sandy beach, to freshwater ponds, to the forested heights of Calvert Cliffs. Today, nature continues to play with the sand, changing the park's landscape with each tide, each storm, each season.
Millions of years ago, sharks, whales, crocodiles and other creatures inhabited the waters and shores of this area. Most of these animals are now extinct, others are just no longer found here. To the sharp-eyed visitor, sharks teeth and other Miocene fossils may … (2 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: ST. MARY'S COUNTY PLACES TO VISIT: Historical Site & Museum - Cecil's Old Mill! - 06/12/09 11:10 AM
ST. MARY'S COUNTY ART ASSOCIATION - CECIL'S OLD MILL

Cecil's Old Mill20853 Indian Bridge RoadGreat Mills MD 20634301-994-1510 www.stmarysart.com 
Located in one of Maryland's first Industrial Districts, Cecil's Old Mill was originally built in 1812 as a cotton/textile factory, then rebuilt into a grist and saw mill.  Today, the mill exhibits artifacts including its working water wheel.  Artisans display handmade crafts and original art for sale throughout the mill. 
The historic district also includes Cecil's Country Store and Post Office. 
Open March - October, Thursday - Sunday, 10 AM - 5 PM, and daily November - Christmas Eve, 11 AM … (0 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: River Artsfest On June 13, 2009 In Charles County! - 05/31/09 01:56 AM

Event:  River Artsfest
Location:  Village Green in Indian Head
County:  Charles
Date:  June 13, 2009, Saturday
Time:  10 Am - 9 PM
Original art for sale, hands-on arts, activities, live entertainment all day, food vendors on-site.For additional information, call:  (301)-392-5900 or Visit:  Charles County Arts
 
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things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: 26TH Annual American Indian Festival & Pow Wow! - 05/23/09 04:18 PM
26TH ANNUAL AMERICAN INDIAN FESTIVAL & POW WOW!
Join the Cedarville Band of Piscataway Indians on the grounds of the American Indian Cultural Center in Waldorf, Southern Maryland. 
Date:  June 6, 2009, Saturday - 12:00 PM to 6:00 PM and
          June 7, 2009, Sunday - 12:00 PM to 5 PM
Native American music & dancing, traditional food, arts and crafts. 
Please contact Natalie Proctor @ (240)-464-5899 or
Email:  info@piscatawayindians.org for additional information.
Directions To The American Indian Cultural Center
 
Plan to attend the 26th Annual American Indian Festival & Pow Wow!  Enjoy your visit and hope that you will leave with … (3 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: Southern Maryland Trails - Art Retreat! - 05/21/09 04:29 PM
 
Trails Partners are teaming up to bring you a dynamic and eclectic selection of memorable experiences you won't find anywhere else. 


PARTNER PACKAGE #2:  
SOUTHERN MARYLAND TRAILS ART RETREAT
An artist's view of Southern Maryland with Christina Allen.
Join regionally known watercolor artist Christina Allen on the grounds of historic and beautiful Sotterley Plantation for a day of landscape painting. Later, take an "insiders" tour of the North End Gallery and of Christina's studio and gardens, and enjoy a gourmet dinner at Café des Artistes. 
Begin by contacting Christina Allen at 301-862-3421 to make a reservation. Cost … (2 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: Wine In The Gardens of Summerseat Farm - June 13, 2009! - 05/19/09 03:07 AM

WINE IN THE GARDENS OF SUMMERSEAT FARM
Location:  Summerseat Farm
Address:  26655 Three Notch Rd., Mechanicsville
County:  St. Mary's
Date:  June 13, 2009, Saturday
Time:  3 PM - 7 PM
Cost:  $10 Per Person
 
On Saturday, June 13, 2009, from 3:00 PM -7:00 PM, you are invited to an afternoon of fine wine, music and food in the beautiful gardens of Summerseat Farm.
The cost is $10.00 per person and includes a commemorative wine glass and wine tasting by Guenther's Fine Wine and Spirits.
Food will be available for purchase from the Seventh District Optimist Club.
Summerset Farm is … (8 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: CALVERT COUNTY EVENTS: Village Day at the Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum on May 31, 2009! - 05/15/09 03:10 AM

VILLAGE DAY AT THE JEFFERSON PATTERSON PARK & MUSEUM
Date:  May 31
Time:  10 AM to 3 PM
Location:  Mackall Rd. in Saint Leonard
County:  Calvert County, Southern Maryland
No Fee
All Ages
Visit Indian Village for an insight into the facets behind village life. Gain practical learning experience as you participate in hands-on activities: longhouse maintenance, making and repairing primitive tools, and daily life activities and skills.

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum
Located just 45 minutes south of the Washington Capital Beltway in Calvert County, Maryland, Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum is a state history and archaeology museum exploring the changing … (3 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: CALVERT COUNTY EVENTS: Montgomery Gentry Concert in St. Leonard on June 5, 2009! - 05/14/09 12:46 PM
MONTGOMERY GENTRY CONCERT
Date:  June 5, 2009
Location:  St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department, 200 Calvert Beach Rd., St. Leonard, MD  20685
County:  Calvert (Southern Maryland)

June 5, 2009 - 7 PM to 11 PM
Montgomery Gentry Concert with Special Guest Appearance HER & The Kings County
St. Leonard Volunteer Fire Department, 200 Calvert Beach Road. St. Leonard in Calvert County, MD
SLVFD proudly presents Montgomery Gentry at the Bayside Toyota Pavilion.
Gates open at 5pm. Proceeds benefit the SLVFD. Sponsored by Bayside Toyota.
For ticket and seating information, visit:  www.slvfd.com or call (410)-586-1713

If you are looking to BUY or SELL … (3 comments)

things to do in southern maryland: SOUTHERN MARYLAND EVENTS: Summerseat Farm Open House & Community Picnic - June 6, 2009! - 05/13/09 01:24 PM

 
SUMMERSEAT FARM OPEN HOUSE & COMMUNITY PICNIC 
 Location:  Mechanicsville
 County:  St. Mary's 
 Date:  Saturday, June 6, 2009
Time:  10 AM to 2 PM 
 
Enjoy an old-fashioned picnic with your family and friends. Bring your blanket and picnic basket for a relaxing afternoon in the natural beauty of picturesque Summerseat Farm. 
Address:  26655 Three Notch Road, Mechanicsville in Southern Maryland
Date:  Saturday, June 6, 2009 - 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Educational Programs, 120 Acres to Explore, Manor House Tours, Vineyard, Gardens and Farm Animals.
This event is FREE and OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. Activities will be modified in … (0 comments)