START THE SUMMER WITH A BANG AT CMM
June events provide family fun for everyone
Friday, June 3 - First FREE Friday
The museum is open and FREE to the public from 5:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. with this month featuring a performance by the Navy Cruisers at 6:00 p.m. on the outdoor stage. See the grand opening of the Color and Light Society Art show in the lobby featuring local artists. Cruise aboard the Wm. B. Tennison with free 30-minute boat rides on the sponsored by M&T Bank. The museum and Drum Point Lighthouse will be open with docents in every gallery.
Thursday, June 9
Sea Squirts: Going Buggy! A free drop-in program for toddlers 18 months - 3 years old and their caregivers from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Saturday, June 11
Fossil Field Experience - Come explore and identify the fossils of Calvert Cliffs from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. The fee is $20 per person, ages 8 and over. An adult must accompany any child under the age of 18. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.
Sunday, June 12 - Workshops & Concert by Genticorum
Sponsored by the Celtic Society of Southern Maryland, Genticorum is a great traditional Canadian trio from Montreal, Canada and one of the most sought-after exponents of Quebecois musical culture. Enjoy workshops for guitar, flute, fiddle and feet from 1:30 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.; the concert is from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the auditorium. Workshop fee $40; concert $25. Reservations and tickets are available at www.cssm.org. For more information, email info@cssm.org or call 301.375.0534
Thursday, June 16
Sea Squirts: Going Buggy! A free drop-in program for toddlers 18 months - 3 years old and their caregivers from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Saturday, June 18
Willie Nelson's Country Throwdown - Enjoy eight hours of country music with 13 artists on three stages at the Blue Crabs' Regency Furniture Stadium in Waldorf, Maryland. Jamey Johnson, Lee Brice, Randy Houser, Brantley Gilbert, and of course, Willie Nelson, are among the featured performers. Tickets are $40 and available by calling 1-800-787-9454 or at www.calvertmarinemusuem.com. All proceeds benefit the Calvert Marine Museum.
Sunday, June 19
Fathers's Day Cruises: Treat Dad aboard the Wm. B. Tennison with a brunch cruise from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. or an evening cruise with heavy hors d'oeuvres from 5:00 p.m. - 6:30 p.m. Dads love being out on the water-a perfect way to say "You’re the best!" Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.
Thursday, June 23
Little Minnows: Fascinating Fish. Children ages 3 - 5 years old are invited from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. Fee is $4 for members and $5 for nonmembers. Space is limited. Pre-registration suggested. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.
Saturday, June 25
Lighthouse Adventure Cruise - See six southern bay lighthouses cruising aboard a private charter boat. The cost is $120 for museum members and $130 for nonmembers. Sign up by May 30 and pay the early bird fee of $100. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.
Saturday, June 25
Kid's Pirate Pizza Cruise - Kick off summer dressed like a pirate and eat pizza grub aboard the Wm. B. Tennison-Arggggh from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Pre-registration required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.
Saturday, June 25
Maritime Performance Series presents MAGPIE. Known for their broad musical tastes, the depth of their commitment to humanist ideals, and the richness of their chamber-folk arrangements, Greg Artzner and Terry Leonine have been wowing audiences across the country for many years. Concert begins at 7:00 in the auditorium, $5 per person charge at the door with wine, beer, and light bites by Lotus Kitchen for sale in the lobby.