Cold weather is no reason to stay inside in February. From markets to lessons in history, Calvert County has plenty to offer this month.

Friday, Feb. 1 (5-8 p.m.) – First Free Friday

Calvert Marine Museum

14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons

410-326-2042 โ€ข www.calvertmarinemuseum.com

The museum is open and free to the public. The Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition, the premiere bluegrass band from Annapolis, performs at 6:30 p.m. in the auditorium.

Friday, Feb. 1 (1 p.m.) – First Friday Tours

Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory

Jefferson Patterson Park & Museum

10515 Mackall Road, St. Leonard

410-586-8562 โ€ข www.jefpat.org

Enjoy a free behind-the-scenes tour of the Maryland Archaeological Conservation Laboratory โ€“ a state-of-the-art facility that houses more than 8 million artifacts, including collections from every county in Maryland. The guided tour allows visitors to get up close and personal with conservators and collections. Reservations are not required.

Saturday, Feb. 2 (9 a.m.-2 p.m.) – Makerโ€™s Market

Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center

13480 Dowell Road, Dowell

410-326-4640 โ€ข www.annmariegarden.org

The Makerโ€™s Market is the place to find handmade, homemade or homegrown products, crafts, hanging baskets, organic skincare products, farm fresh produce, cut flowers, baked goods, batik and fleece clot