2015 calendar of events for charles … calendar of events for charles county maryland vol. 1...

2015 CALENDAR OF EVENTS FOR

CHARLES COUNTYMarylandVol. 1

Brochures Provided by the Charles County Office of Tourism

www.CharlesCountyMD.gov

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King George County Virginia

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Potomac River

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This map is provided as a visual aid and is not intended for directional signage.

The gateway to historic

Southern Maryland and a short

drive from our nation’s capital,

Charles County offers a great

variety of things to see and do.

Whether you are a history buff,

nature lover, biker, kayaker,

baseball fan, shopaholic, foodie,

or just plain curious, we have

something for you here.

So go right ahead and …

Welcome to Charles County!


p.4 Calendar of Events: Jan.-Sept. 2015 Please call ahead to confirm event.

JANUARYJan 16-Feb 1 “The Dixie Swim Club”

Presented by Port Tobacco Players, $ Fee

Jan 17 Science as ArtJames E. Richmond Science Center, 9 a.m.-1 p.m., $ Fee

Jan 26-Mar 20 Art Exhibit: “Liminal Territories” Featuring Erin WiersmaTony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery, College of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, Free

Jan 30-31 “Treasure Island” Presented by CSM Children’s TheatreCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, $ Fee

FEBRUARYFeb 5-7 “Adult American Males”

Presented by CSM Cause TheatreCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, $ Fee

Feb 15 Bluegrass ConcertAmerican Legion Post 238, 6265 Brandywine Rd, Hughesville, Noon, 301-737-3004, www.americanlegionbluegrass.com, $ Fee

MARCHMar 6-7 “The Emperor’s New Clothes”

Presented by CSM Children’s TheatreCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, $ Fee

Mar 6 Connections Literary Series EventCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., $ Fee

Mar 8 Bluegrass ConcertAmerican Legion Post 238, 6265 Brandywine Rd, Hughesville, Noon, 301-737-3004, www.americanlegionbluegrass.com, $ Fee

Mar 12-14 “All Out” Presented by CSM Cause TheatreCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, $ Fee

Mar 14-15 Great Big Home ShowCapital Clubhouse Recreation Center, www.greatbighomeshow.com, $ Fee

Mar 20-Apr 12 “Oklahoma”Presented by Port Tobacco Players, $ Fee

Mar 28 Barbershop Concert Featuring “Southern Mix”College of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 8 p.m., $ Fee

Southern Mix Barbershop Quartet

Bluegrass Concert

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APRIL 17

An Evening of Civil War Music & Words Civil War music and a look at the daily lives of those involved.College of Southern Maryland (La Plata), 7-9 p.m., 301-934-7828,

www.csmd.edu/Arts, Free

APRIL 17-18A Global View of The Escape

What did the heavens look like on that fateful evening? Experience history through science. James E. Richmond Science

Center (Waldorf), Friday Show 6 p.m.; Saturday Show 9 a.m. and 1 p.m., 301-934-7464, www.ccboe.com/sciencecenter, $ Fee

APRIL 18-19Lincoln 150 – On the Trail of the Assassin Commemoration events at Dr. Samuel Mudd House.

3725 Doctor Samuel Mudd Road (Waldorf), Saturday 10 a.m.-7 p.m.; Sunday 11 a.m.-7 p.m., 800-766-3386,

www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/Lincoln150, $ Fee

Conspiracy – The Talk of Port TobaccoLearn about a conspirator who lived and worked here.

Port Tobacco Historic Village, 10 a.m.-3 p.m., 240-320-4125, www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/Lincoln150, $ Fee

Villains, Rebels & Rouges Archeology and preservation along the Booth Escape Trail. Public archaeology and site tours. Rich Hill Farm (Bel Alton), 10 a.m.-3 p.m.,

800-766-3386, www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/Lincoln150, Free

Learn more…www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/Lincoln150800-766-3386

On the Trail of theAssassin

Commemoration WeekendApril 17-19, 2015

Civil War Re-Enactors • Guest Speakers & AuthorsLiving History Demonstrations

Civil War Theater, Music, & Dance PerformancesPublic Archeology Activities

Civil War Dolls Display • Walking ToursHistory Through Science Demonstrations



APRILApr-Oct Mount Aventine Open House

Chapman State Park, Sundays, 1 p.m.-4 p.m., $ Fee based on event

Apr 8-May 4 Annual Juried Art ShowTony Hungerford Memorial Art Gallery, College of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, Free

Apr 10-11 Latin FestivalCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 8 p.m., $ Fee

Apr 11 St. Charles Running FestivalRegency Furniture Stadium, Registration required, www.stcharlesrunfest.com, $ Fee

Apr 11 SoMD Blue Crabs Fan FestRegency Furniture Stadium, Free

Apr 11-12 Maryland DogFestCharles County Fairgrounds, www.marylanddogfest.com, $ Fee

Apr 17-18 Jazz Festival College of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 8 p.m., $ Fee

Apr 17-19 Lincoln 150 – On The Trail of The AssassinDr. Samuel A. Mudd House & Museum and other sites, See event ad on p.6-7, $ Fee

Apr 23-26 Midsummer Night’s DreamCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, $ Fee

Apr 24-26 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Somerset PatriotsRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Apr 24-26 Fast by Gas IDBL Spring NationalsMaryland International Raceway, $ Fee

Apr 25 Celebrate La PlataTown of La Plata, Noon-4 p.m., Free

Apr 25 Charles Regional Medical Center 5k Run/Walk for WellnessTown of La Plata, 301-609-4132, www.crmcfoundation.net, $ Fee

Apr 25-26 Renaissance FestivalCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, Free

Apr 27-30 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Long Island DucksRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Apr 28 Chorale ConcertCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., $ Fee

Renaissance Festival

Mount Aventine



MAYMay 1 Connections Literary Series Event

College of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., $ Fee

May 1-Aug 28 Sunset Concert FestivalO’Donnell Lake Restaurant Park, Fridays, 7 p.m., Free

May 1-3 NMRA Ford NationalsMaryland International Raceway, $ Fee

May 2 Southern Maryland Concert BandCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 8 p.m., $ Fee

May 2 6th Annual Port Tobacco Market DaysPort Tobacco Historic Village, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Free

May 2-10 National Tourism and Travel WeekCrain Memorial Welcome Center, 301-259-2500, Free

May 4 Dance PerformanceCollege of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center, 7:30 p.m., $ Fee

May 5-7 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Camden RiversharksRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

May 8-9 Mountain Motor NationalsMaryland International Raceway, $ Fee

May 12-14 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Sugar Land SkeetersRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

May 15-18 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Somerset PatriotsRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

May 16 Warrior DashBudds Creek, 27963 Budds Creek Rd, Mechanicsville, Registration required, www.warriordash.com, $ Fee

May 22-25 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Lancaster BarnstormersRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

May 22-Jun 7 “Much Ado About Nothing”Presented by Port Tobacco Players, $ Fee

May 22-Sep 25 Summer Concert SeriesTown of La Plata, Fridays, 7 p.m., Free

May 29-31 Fast by Gas IDBL Summer NationalsMaryland International Raceway, $ Fee

Port Tobacco Market Days

Warrior Dash



JUNEJun 3-6 SoMD Blue Crabs vs.

Bridgeport BluefishRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Jun 6 Charles County ArtsFestTown of La Plata, Noon-6 p.m., www.charlescountyarts.org, Free

Jun 6-7 American Indian Festival & Pow WowAmerican Indian Cultural Center, 16816 County Ln, Waldorf, www.piscatawayindians.org, $ Fee

Jun 19-21 IHRA Nitro Jam President’s Cup NationalsMaryland International Raceway, $ Fee

Jun 11-14 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Camden RiversharksRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Jun 23-25 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. York RevolutionRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Jun 25-28 Wal-Mart FLW TourSmallwood State Park, www.flwoutdoors.com, $ Fee

Jun 27-28 Amateur Softball Association Gold TournamentLaurel Springs Regional Park, Free

Jun 29-Jul 1 World Police & Fire Games – MotorcrossBudds Creek, 27963 Budds Creek Rd, Mechanicsville, www.fairfax2015.com, $ Fee

JULYJul 3-5 SoMD Blue Crabs vs.

Sugar Land SkeetersRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Jul 4 Celebrate Charles: A Fun-Filled 4th

Regency Furniture Stadium, 4:30 p.m., www.CharlesCountyMD.gov, Free

Jul 4 Watermelon BashTown of La Plata, 10:30 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Free

Jul 4 Fireworks DisplayCharles County Fairgrounds, 5:30 p.m., Free

Jul 17-19 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Camden RiversharksRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Jul 17-Aug 9 “Monty Python’s Spamalot”Presented by Port Tobacco Players, $ Fee

Jul 20-23 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Bridgeport BluefishRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Jul 24-26 WPGC Bike FestMaryland International Raceway, $ Fee

Jul 28-30 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. York RevolutionRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Jul 28-Aug 1 Amateur Softball Association Eastern National ChampionshipLaurel Springs Regional Park, $ Fee

Jul 31-Aug 3 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Sugar Land SkeetersRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Celebrate Charles: A Fun-Filled 4th

American Indian Festival & Pow Wow

JULY 4 @4:30–9:30 p.m.

FREE EVENT ADMISSIONFamily Fun Zone Wristbands: $5

Fee for Food/Product Purchases

Come on out for a day of family fun!

The “BEST of Charles County”Live Music • Family Fun Zone

Fireworks • Food, Arts, & More

www.CharlesCountyMD.gov800.766.3386

A ticket is required to enter Regency Furniture Stadium for the Southern

Maryland Blue Crabs baseball game. Guests receive a complimentary Celebrate Charles Family Fun Zone Wristband with purchase of Blue Crabs ticket. Details for purchasing

tickets to be provided at a later date.


p.16 Calendar of Events: Jan.-Sept. 2015

Charles County GovernmentP.O. Box 2150 • 200 Baltimore Street • La Plata, MD 20646

301.645.0550 • 301.870.3000 MD Relay Service: 711 • Relay TDD: 1-800.735.2258

Equal Opportunity CountyMission Statement – The mission of Charles County Government is to provide our citizens the highest quality service possible in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner. To achieve this goal, our government must be operated in an open and accessible atmosphere, be based on comprehensive long- and short-term planning, and have an appropriate managerial organization tempered by fiscal responsibility.

Vision Statement – Charles County is a place where all people thrive and businesses grow and prosper; where the preservation of our heritage and environment is paramount; where government services to its citizens are provided at the highest level of excellence; and where the quality of life is the best in the nation.

CHARLES COUNTYMarylandwww.visitmaryland.org

www.CharlesCounty.org

Your Destination Guide to Maryland’s Southern Shore

CRAIN MEMORIAL WELCOME CENTER12480 Crain Highway, Newburg | 301-259-2500

Email: [email protected]

The Welcome Center is open seven days a week from 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. When traveling Route 301, be sure to take a break and come inside! Ask for a copy of the many statewide publications including maps, attractions, travel guides, calen-dars of events, and more. The Center hosts a wide variety of information on hunting and fishing, camping and trails, cul-tural and historical attractions, as well as information on the civil war and star spangled banner. The travel counselors will assist you with itineraries, meet and greet motor coaches, and make county and state hotel reservations.

AUGUSTAug 1 Spartan Race

Wicomico Motorsports Park, 11100 Kingston Pl, Charlotte Hall, Registration required, www.spartan.com, $ Fee

Aug 9-12 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Bridgeport BluefishRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Aug 17-20 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. York RevolutionRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Aug 21-23 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Lancaster BarnstormersRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Aug 27-30 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Long Island DucksRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

SEPTEMBERSep 7 The Southern Maryland Century

Indian Head 100Town of Indian Head, www.ohbike.org, $ Fee

Sep 8-10 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. Lancaster BarnstormersRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Sep 11-13 SoMD Blue Crabs vs. York RevolutionRegency Furniture Stadium, $ Fee

Sep 17-20 Charles County FairCharles County Fairgrounds, $ Fee

Request Your FREE Copy Today!

Your Destination Guide to Relaxation and Fun!


Local: 301-259-2500Toll Free: 800-766-3386

Crain Memorial Welcome Center12480 Crain Hwy., Newburg, MD

Easily find exactly what you’re looking for in Charles County… Charming small town stores, specialty shops, and the convenience of retail shopping centers. At the end of the day, relax and enjoy the tastes that Southern Maryland is famous for… hot steamed crabs, fried chicken, oysters on the half shell, or broiled fish!

Take a peak online, call, or visit today for your copy!

Charles County Fair



Maryland Veterans Memorial Museum11000 Crain Hwy, Newburg, 301-932-1900 • www.mdvets.cc

Mattawoman Creek Art CenterSmallwood State Park • Marbury • 301-743-5159

www.mattawomanart.org

Nanjemoy Community Center4375 Port Tobacco Rd, Nanjemoy • 301-264-9612

www.CharlesCountyMD.gov/cs

Port Tobacco Historic Village8430 Commerce St, Port Tobacco, 301-392-3418


Port Tobacco Players508 Charles St, La Plata • 301-932-6819 • www.ptplayers.com

St. Charles Towne Center Mall11110 Mall Circle, Waldorf • 301-870-6997

www.simon.com/mall/st.-charles-towne-center

Smallwood State Park2750 Sweden Point Rd, Marbury • 301-743-7613

www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/smallwood.asp

Southern Maryland Blue Crabs Baseball & Regency Furniture Stadium

11765 St. Linus Dr, Waldorf • 301-638-9788 www.somdbluecrabs.com

Southern Maryland Carousel Group313 Charles St, La Plata, 301-934-1366

www.somdcarousel.com

Thomas Stone National Historic SiteU.S. Nat’l Park Service • 6655 Rose Hill Rd,

Port Tobacco Village • 301-392-1776 • www.nps.gov/thst

Town of Indian Head Village Green, Indian Head • 301-743-5511

www.townofindianhead.org

Town of La Plata305 Queen Anne Street, La Plata • 301-934-8421

www.townoflaplata.org

Up the Creek Rentals108A Mattingly Ave, Indian Head, 301-743-3733

www.upthecreekrentals.net

Capital Clubhouse Recreation Center3033 Waldorf Market Place, Waldorf • 301-932-4348

www.capitalclubhouse.com

Chapman State ParkChapman’s Landing Rd at Ferry Place

(Rt 210 near Bryans Rd & Indian Head) • 301-752-9612www.dnr.state.md.us/publiclands/southern/chapman.asp

Charles County Arts AllianceThe United Way Building, 10250 La Plata Rd, La Plata

301-392-5900 • www.charlescountyarts.org

Charles County Fairgrounds8440 Fairgrounds Rd, La Plata • 301-932-1234

www.charlescountyfair.com

College of Southern Maryland Fine Arts Center8730 Mitchell Rd, La Plata • 301-934-7828

www.csmd.edu/arts

Dr. Samuel A. Mudd House & Farm Museum3725 Doctor Samuel Mudd Road, Waldorf • 301-274-9358

http://drmudd.org

Friendship Farm Park4705 Friendship Landing Rd, Nanjemoy

www.CharlesCountyParks.com

General Smallwood Retreat HouseSmallwood State Park, Marbury, 301-743-7613


Indian Head Center for the ArtsBlack Box Theater, 4185 Indian Head Hwy, Indian Head

301-743-3040 • www.indianheadblackbox.org

Indian Head Rail TrailTheodore Green Blvd (White Plains) and the Village Green Town Park (Indian Head) • www.CharlesCountyParks.com

James E. Richmond Science Center5305 Piney Church Rd, Waldorf, 301-934-7464

www.ccboe.com/sciencecenter

Laurel Springs Regional Park5940 Radio Station Rd, La Plata • www.CharlesCountyParks.com

Maryland International Raceway27861 Budds Creek Rd, Mechanicsville, 301.884.RACE

www.racemdir.com

VENUES



LODGING & ACCOMMODATIONS

Aqualand Marina & Campground9700 Orland Park Rd, Newburg, 301-259-2575

Bel Alton Motel9295 Crain Hwy, Bel Alton, 301-934-9505

www.belaltonmotel.com

Best Western Plus – La Plata Inn6900 Crain Hwy, La Plata, 301-934-4900

www.bestwestern.com/laplata

Brictoria Cottage – Bed & Breakfast7535 Poplar St, Charlotte Hall, 301-884-8699

www.brictoriacottage.com

Comfort Suites11765 Business Park Dr, Waldorf, 301-932-4400

www.comfortsuites.com

Country Inn & Suites2555 Business Park Dr, Waldorf, 301-645-6595

www.countryinns.com/waldorfmd

Courtyard by Marriott3145 Crain Hwy, Waldorf, 301-885-3333

www.marriott.com/waswd

Deluxe Inn6705 Crain Hwy, La Plata, 301-934-1400

Goosebay Marina & Campground9365 Goosebay Ln, Welcome, 301-934-3812

www.goosebaymarina.com

Hampton Inn3750 Crain Hwy, Waldorf, 301-632-9600

www.waldorf.hamptoninn.com

Hilton Garden Inn10385 O’Donnell Pl, Waldorf, 240-222-0000

www.waldorf.hgi.com

Holiday Inn Express – La Plata6860 Crain Hwy, La Plata, 301-392-0065

www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress

Holiday Inn Express-Waldorf11370 Days Ct, Waldorf, 301-932-9200

www.ihg.com/holidayinnexpress

Indian Head Inn4640 Strauss Ave, Indian Head, 301-743-5405

La Quinta Inn & Suites11770 Business Park Dr, Waldorf, 301-645-0022

www.lq.com

Master Suites Hotel2228 Old Washington Rd, Waldorf, 301-870-5500

www.mastersuiteshotel.com

Part of Plenty – Bed & Breakfast8664 Port Tobacco Rd, La Plata, 301-934-0707

www.partofplentybedandbreakfast.com

Patuxent Inn9400 Chesapeake St, La Plata, 301-934-3465

Residence Inn by Marriott3020 Technology Pl, Waldorf, 301-632-2111

www.marriott.com

Rosewood Manor-Bed & Breakfast7825 Locust Pl, Port Tobacco, 301-534-2344

www.rosewoodmanorweddings.com

Smallwood State Park Campground2750 Sweden Point Rd, Marbury, 301-743-7613


Super 84694 Indian Head Hwy, Indian Head, 301-753-8100

3550 Crain Hwy, Waldorf, 301-932-8657www.super8.com

Keyword: Charles County GovernmentLinks are also on our website.

Get Connected to Charles County … Your Favorite Place for FUN!


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W.CHARLESCOUNTYMD.GOV

Don’t Miss Our Delicious

Markets!La Plata Farmers Market & Craft Fair

Saturday 8 a.m.-3 p.m. & Wednesday 8 a.m.-6 p.m.Charles County Govt Bldg., North Parking Lot, La Plata

301-934-8421 • www.townoflaplata.org

Waldorf Farmers MarketWednesday & Saturday 9 a.m.-1 p.m. 10440 O’Donnell Lake Place, Waldorf

301-934-8571

Village Green Flea Market

Saturday 7 a.m.-1 p.m.Town of Indian Head

240-375-4061www.townofindianhead.org

The gateway to historic Southern Maryland and a short drive from our nation’s capital, Charles County offers a great variety of things to see and do. Any easy drive from major attractions in Maryland, Washington D.C., and Northern Virginia, Charles County is an excellent destination for day trips, overnight stays, group tours, meetings, and reunions.

Distance from…Washington, D.C.

less than 20 miles

Baltimore, MD 60 miles

Richmond, VA75 miles

Harrisburg, PA150 miles


CHARLES COUNTY GOVERNMENTP.O. Box 2150 • 200 Baltimore Street • La Plata, MD 20646

301-645-0550 • 301-870-3000 • MD Relay: 711 • Relay TDD: 1-800-735-2258

Equal Opportunity County

Mission Statement-The mission of Charles County Government is to provide our citizens the highest quality service possible in a timely, efficient, and courteous manner. To achieve this goal, our government must be operated in an open and accessible atmosphere, be based on comprehensive long- and short-term planning, and have an appropriate managerial organization tempered by fiscal responsibility. We support and encourage efforts to grow a diverse workplace.

Vision Statement-Charles County is a place where all people thrive and businesses grow and prosper; where the preservation of our heritage and environment is paramount; where government services to its citizens are provided at the highest level of excellence; and where the quality of life is the best in the nation.

Americans With Disabilities—The Charles County Government welcomes the participation of individuals with disabilities. We comply fully with the Americans With Disabilities Act in making reasonable accommodations to encourage involvement. If you require special assistance and would like to participate in our programs, please contact the Charles County Government directly.

www.visitmaryland.org

CRAIN MEMORIAL WELCOME CENTERMonday-Sunday: 8:30 a.m.–4:30 p.m.

12480 Crain Highway, Newburg | 301-259-2500Email: [email protected]

When traveling Route 301, be sure to take a break and come inside! Ask for a copy of the many statewide publications including maps, attractions, travel

guides, calendars of events, and more. The Center hosts a wide variety of information on hunting and fishing, camping and trails, cultural and historical

attractions, as well as information on the civil war and star spangled banner. The travel counselors will assist you with itineraries, meet and greet motor coaches,

and make county and state hotel reservations.

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