Back to school is around the corner! Visitors of all ages will enjoy activities and events at the Calvert Marine Museum all month long. For a complete listing of programs, please visit www.calvertmarinemuseum.com.

Thursday, August 2 - Oyster Wars Talk
Gregory Bartles, Lieutenant Commander and DNR historian will give a talk on the Oyster Wars and Cannon currently on display in the lobby through September at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. FREE.

Friday, August 3 - First Free Friday
The museum is open and free to the public from 5:00 - 8:00 p.m. Navy Cruisers will perform on the outdoor stage starting at 7:00 p.m. Bring lawn chairs and a picnic supper. Docents will be in every gallery talking about the exhibits. Visit Drum Point Lighthouse and enjoy 30-minute boat rides on the Wm. B. Tennison sponsored by M&T Bank. FREE.

Tuesday, August 7, 9 & 23 - Sea Squirts
Marsh Animals - Who Are We? FREE drop-in program from 10:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. for toddlers 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers.

Sunday, August 5 - National Lighthouse Day
Celebrate National Lighthouse Day at the Calvert Marine Museum as both the Drum Point Lighthouse and Cove Point Lighthouse will be open for tours from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Cove Point is free; museum admission is required to see the Drum Point Lighthouse. The Museum Store will highlight special lighthouse merchandise, and there will be a lighthouse juried art show in the lobby.
 
Saturday, August 11 - Waterman for a Day at the Lore Oyster House
Experience life and work in an oyster packing house, use oyster tongs, work in the shucking room and sing work songs from 1:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. Learn about oyster biology and how to help restore Crassostrea virginica from the Southern Maryland Oyster Cultivation Society. FREE

Excursions with Captain Rachel aboard Roughwater, a Chesapeake workboat, showing the skills and tools used by working watermen will leave the oyster house at 2:30 p.m. and 3:30 p.m. - $15 per person. Limited to six passengers per outing; call 410-326-2042 ext. 41 for reservations.

Thursday, August 16 - BOSTON Concert
The rock classic band BOSTON will appear live on the PNC Waterside Pavilion stage with special guest The Sam Grow Band. Tickets are $40 and $50 (additional fees apply) and available at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com, by calling 1-800-787-9454, or by visiting Prince Frederick Ford/Dodge. Gates open at 6:00 and show time is 7:30 p.m. Enjoy a night a music, food and drink and fun. 

Saturday, August 18 - Fossil Field Experience
Do you know why Calvert County is known for its shark's teeth? Did you know that they can be 20 million years old? Join a museum educator and discover the clues found buried in the sand, telling tales of life long before humans walked the earth from 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m. Space is limited. Preregistration required. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.

Saturday, August 18 - Picnic Cruise
Reserve your spot aboard the historic Wm. B. Tennison from 5:30 p.m. - 7:00 p.m. for the annual Picnic Cruise. Bring along a picnic basket and enjoy the sights and sounds while cruising on the Patuxent River. Preregistration required; call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.

Friday, August 24 - Maritime Performance Series
Mac Walter and John Cronin return to the Maritime Performance Series at 7:00 p.m. in the auditorium. These cousins bring a combined acoustic finger style virtuosity that is amazing! The synergy and beautiful harmonies always leave the audience on their feet and wanting more! Admission is $5 at the door. Lotus Kitchen will offer Lite Bites for sale starting at 6:00; wine, beer, and water also available for sale.

Thursday, August 30 - Little Minnows
C Is for Crabs! Children ages 3 - 5 years are invited to participate from 10:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m. $4 members; $5 non-members. Space is limited. Pre-registration suggested. Call 410-326-2042 ext. 41.
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The museum is open daily from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Museum members and children under 5 are always admitted free. Admission is $7.00 for adults, $6.00 for seniors and military with valid I.D., and $2.00 for children ages 5 - 12.  For more information about the museum, upcoming events, or membership, visit the website at www.calvertmarinemuseum.com or call 410-326-2042. LIKE our page on Facebook.