SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Southern Maryland is bustling with events this week, offering something for everyone. Whether you’re looking to explore the region’s rich past, unleash your creativity, or simply enjoy an evening out, there’s no shortage of activities this week. Check out the highlights below and start planning your week!
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CALVERT COUNTY
Sip & Paint Night at Mr. C’s on February 28 (6:15 to 8:45 pm), located at Mr. C’s Cigar Lounge, 236 Town Square Dr. , Lusby, MD – Join us for a unique evening of creativity, great company, and delicious drinks at Mr. C’s Cigar Lounge! This special Sip & Paint event will feature a Diptych theme, where pairs of attendees will work together to create a two-part artwork that fits together as one. Don’t have a partner? No worries! We’ll also have solo painting options available, allowing everyone to join in the fun. Each ticket is $35, which includes all painting materials, and your choice of a glass of wine, beer, or a cocktail from our full drink menu. Tickets required.
History and Archaeology Walk ‘n’ Talk: Life Along the Patuxent on March 1 (11 am), located at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, Saint Leonard, MD – For the past 9,000 years, people from different backgrounds have called JPPM home in one form or another. From the Native Americans to the English settlers, people have sculpted the land along the picturesque Patuxent River to fit their needs. Come take a leisurely hour and a half walk along the beautiful river shore, as we explore a recreated Native American village and move along to a 17th century tobacco plantation. Walks begin at the Pavilion Parking Lot this month at 11 a.m. No registration required. This free program is generously supported by the Friends of JPPM.
Gallery Reception: Paint The Town on March 1 (1 to 4 pm), located at Artworks @ 7th, 8905 Chesapeake Ave, North Beach, MD – Stop by the first Saturday of every month for a gallery opening reception and meet the artists!
History and Archaeology Walk ‘n’ Talk: Dig Into the Story on March 1 (1 pm), located at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515 Mackall Road, Saint Leonard, MD – How are we able to interpret the history of the different people that have called JPPM home for the past 9,000 years? The Park is home to numerous sites ranging from Native American, Colonial, to tenant farmers and others. Join in an hour and a half strolling conversation on how we know what we know from the past and how we are able to tell their stories. Walks begin at the Pavilion Parking Lot this month at 1 p.m. No registration required. This free program is generously supported by the Friends of JPPM.
Youth Art Month Reception on March 1 (1 to 3 pm), located at CalvART Gallery, 110 Solomons Island Road N, Prince Frederick, MD – Join us for an inspiring afternoon of honoring the incredible talent of K-12 students from Calvert County Public Schools. This event highlights the value of art education and encourages support for our local art programs within the schools. Don’t miss the chance to experience the power of art and support the next generation of artists! We hope to see you at the opening reception on March 1, from 1-3 p.m. Show dates will run from March 1-31.
Sea Squirts: Ship Shape on March 6 (10:15 & 11:15 am), located at Calvert Marine Museum, 14200 Solomons Island Road, Solomons, MD – Children 18 months to 3 years, with an adult, are invited to discover the museum together through music, stories, and special activities. Join us for story time and a craft, available while supplies last. Sessions are 25-40 minutes. Cost is free with museum admission. Sign up at the Admissions Desk when you arrive. Meet in Harms Gallery.
For more Calvert County events, visit the Calvert County Maryland website.
CHARLES COUNTY
2025 Open All-Media Winter Show taking place February 21 through March 15 (Friday through Saturday, 11 am to 4 pm), located at Mattawoman Creek Art Center, 5565 Upham Pl, Marbury, MD – Discover local talent, enjoy stunning art, and celebrate creativity in a cozy, festive atmosphere.
For more Charles County events, visit the Charles County Maryland website.
ST. MARY’S COUNTY
DND Role Playing Nights at Crafts N Stitches taking place every Friday (6 to 9 pm), located at Crafts N Stitches, 22680 Lawrence Ave, Leonardtown, MD – Begin an adventure of bravery, swordplay, monsters, dragons and tiny gnomes. DM’d by Gene Morgan. Limited seating. Ages 16+. Or join in on fun adventures of travel, diamonds & jewels, dragons and mysteries untold. DM’d by Shannon Morgan. Limited Seating. Registration required.
Friday Night Magic at Swords and Spoons taking place every Friday (6 to 9 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd Suite 126, California, MD – Friday night magic is every Friday!! It’s when we play Magic the Gathering. We play commander and sometimes we have drafts! Basic Commander $5. Draft costs vary weekly.
Youth D&D at Swords and Spoons taking place every Saturday (10 am to 12 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 126, California, MD – Join us for youth D&D! Ages 8 and up! Just bring your dice. All levels of play welcome. Just $5 drop in.
Pokemon Play! League at Swords and Spoons taking place every Sunday (12 to 4 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 126, California, MD – Join us for causal play from 12-2. Then stick around Pokemon League from 2-4. All levels of players welcome. Play is $5 per person.
Family Roller Skate every Sunday (2 pm to 5 pm), located at Leonard Hall Recreation Center, 23150 Leonard Hall Dr, Leonardtown, MD – The indoor arena provides the perfect space for users of all abilities to join in the fun with music and fun! Entrance fee can be paid in advance online.
Homeschool Days at Swords and Spoons taking place every Tuesday (12 to 3 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 126, California, MD – Join us for half off on table rentals for homeschool families. Enjoy our game library of over 200 games. We also can lead games of Pokemon, DnD and much more with advanced notice. $2.50 to $5 price per tables.
Chess Club at Swords and Spoons taking place every Tuesday (6 to 8 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 126, California, MD – Join the Pax Strategy Club at Swords and Spoons for a night of chess. Free entry.
Role Playing Night at Crafts N Stitches taking place every Tuesday (6 to 9 pm), located at Crafts N Stitches, 22680 Lawrence Ave, Leonardtown, MD – $2 per person.
Winter Viking Axe League taking place every Thursday until March 20 (6:30 pm to 9 pm), located at Action Lounge and Billiards, 25470 Point Lookout RD Unit F Leonardtown MD – Grab your partners in crime because it time to hatchet out your plans for the ultimate ace throwing showdown! Introducing our Winter Axe Throwing League, where the stakes are high, but the aim is higher. Teams of 4 required. $15 per person.
The Newtowne Players “Witness for the Prosecution” taking place every Thursday through Sunday until February 23 (select times), located at Three Notch Theatre, 21744 S Coral Dr, Lexington Park, MD – Agatha Christie’s classic courtroom drama follows Leonard Vole, who stands accused of murdering a wealthy widow. With shocking witness testimony, impassioned courtroom outbursts, and high-stakes twists, the suspenseful thriller promises to keep audiences guessing until the very end. Tickets required.
D&D Roleplaying with Gene and Shannon on February 28 (6 to 9 pm), located at Crafts N Stitches, 22680 Lawrence Ave, Leonardtown, MD – Begin an adventure of bravery, swordplay, monsters, dragons and tiny gnomes. DM’d by Gene Morgan or Shannon Morgan. Limited seating. Tickets required.
SMTMD HomeSpun CoffeeHouse Open Mic on February 28 (7 to 9:30 pm), located at Christ Episcopal Church Parish Hall, 37497 Zach Fowler Rd, Chaptico, MD – Acoustic musicians of all skill levels are welcome to perform their favorite tunes or enjoy a night out listening to some local talent. A keyboard can be made available by prior arrangement. Contact Chris Dudley in advance (ccdudley@rocketmail.com) to sign up as a performer. Admission is $8; children 17 and under (when accompanied by a paying adult) and performers are admitted free of charge.
Ladies Auxiliary of the Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department 64th Annual Spring Dinner on March 1 (1 to 5 pm), located at Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department Hall, 24801 Three Notch Rd, Hollywood, MD – Stuffed ham, fried oysters, chicken salad, candied sweet potatoes, parsley potatoes, green beans, cole slaw, beets, and rolls. Stuffed ham and chicken salad for sale by the pound. Bake sale and 50/50 raffle. Carry out only. Cash or check only. $35.
Winter Wolves Paint Night on March 1 (5 to 8 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 126, California, MD – Unleash your creativity and bring a pack of winter wolves to life at our Paint Night! Whether you’re a seasoned painter or picking up a brush for the first time, this event is the perfect opportunity to hone your skills and enjoy a fun, relaxed evening with fellow hobbyists. Our featured miniatures for the night will be Winter Wolves, and we’ll be guiding participants through the essential techniques of dry brushing and basing. Entry Fee: $20 (covers materials and instruction) Spaces are limited, so be sure to reserve your spot!
Cirque du Burlesque Mardi Gras on March 1 (6 pm), located at Action Lounge & Billiards Leonardtown, MD, 25470 MD-5, Leonardtown, MD – Embark on a global whirlwind tour of Carnaval and Mardi Gras, complete with aerialists, belly dancers, acrobats, live music and more! Enjoy dinner and a show, then keep the fun going with a DJ, dancing and axe-throwing! Tickets required.
Fantasy Book Club on March 3 (7 to 9 pm), located at Swords and Spoons, 22599 MacArthur Blvd, Suite 126, California, MD – Join Swords and Spoons for our monthly fantasy book club! Every month will be a different book voted on by the club. Free event. A donation is asked to help pay for coffee and snacks.
Our Lady of the Wayside’s Shrove Tuesday Pancake Dinner on March 4 (5 to 7 pm), located at Our Lady of the Wayside’s Loretto Hall, 37575 Chaptico Rd, Chaptico, MD – Buffet menu includes pancakes, French toast, fried potatoes, scrambled eggs, bacon, sausage, coffee, and juice. Carry-outs available. For more information contact Brenda Russell at rsbrssll@aol.com or at 301-247-18971. Adults $10, Children 6-12 $10, Children 5 and under free.
For more St. Mary’s County events, check out the Visit St. Mary’s MD website.
SOUTHERN MARYLAND LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE BROUGHT TO YOU BY LYNN’S MUSIC LISTINGS
Friday – February 28th
5:00pm – Jack Allen – Greene Turtle Sports Bar – California MD
5:00pm – Doc Lohn – The Local – Hollywood MD ????
5:00pm – Joseph Norris – Snellman’s Store & Shuck Shack – Hollywood MD
5:30pm – David Norris – Coast 2 Coast Seafood Bar – Solomons MD
6:00pm – Nightcap – Mully’s Brewery – Prince Frederick MD
6:00pm – Ryan Forrester – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
6:00pm – Greg Barrick – Dockside Tiki Bar – Colonial Beach VA
7:00pm – Richard & Rosemarie – Ruddy Duck Brewery & Grill – Solomons MD
8:00pm – Rattlesnake Pete – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD
8:00pm – Smoke Signals – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
9:00pm – Buff Husky – The Green Door Tavern – Park Hall MD
Saturday – March 1st
2:00pm – Swingaway Jazz – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD
2:00pm – Eddie Anderson – Robin Hill Farm & Vineyards – Brandywine MD
3:00pm – Greg Barrick – The Scuttlebutt – Cobb Island MD
5:30pm – Joey Tippett – Blue Fish Pub – Solomons MD
5:30pm – No Go Romeo – Fager’s Island – Ocean City MD
6:00pm – Levi Stevens – Wheel House Beer Garden – North Beach MD
6:00pm – Nightcap – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD
6:00pm – Byron Ciotter – Bugeye Grill – Solomons MD
7:00pm – Open Mic – Social Coffeehouse – Leonardtown MD
7:00pm – Danu: Trad Music of Ireland – Dodge Center – St Mary’s City MD
7:30pm – Crow Hunter album release party – Corner Grille – Shady Side MD
————– w/ Million Proof & Omen/Skye
8:00pm – Brooke Glockner – Betty Russell’s Store & Bar – Valley Lee MD
8:00pm – Southbound 4 – Buckets Bar & Grill – Lusby MD
8:00pm – Jay Shade Acoustic – Phil’s Place – Hughesville MD
8:00pm – Hate The Toy – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
8:30pm – Mike Mead Band – Ollie’s Bar & Grill – La Plata MD
9:00pm – Capital Chill – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD
9:00pm – Cover Your 6 – Cancun Cantina – Honover MD
9:00pm – 4th Wall Break – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD
Sunday – March 2nd
2:00pm – Coastal Flats – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD
3:00pm – Copper Pennies – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD
3:00pm – All Jacked Up – The Scuttlebutt – Cobb Island MD ?????
3:00pm – Matt Guiherme – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
3:00pm – Doc Marten Acoustic – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD
Monday – March 3rd
7:00pm – Open Mic w/ Will Benthal – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD
Tuesday – March 4th
3:00pm – Greg Barrick – Pax River Ale House – Lexington Park MD
6:30pm – Mike Mead – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
6:30pm – Open Mic w/Mike Trujillo – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD
Wednesday – March 5th
6:00pm – Ryan Forrester – Brick Wood Fired Bistro – Prince Frederick MD
7:00pm – Open Mic w/Steve Nelson – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD
7:00pm – Josey Scott, OG Voice of Saliva – The Rex Theatre – Leonardtown MD
————– w/ Core, Faith & Scars, shallowDeep & Amatuer Hour
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please put on the calendar to go to the MD march for life, in annapolis, on the 27th. If you need a ride, contact CCRTL. https://charlescountyrighttolife.com/