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Sharkfest Coming Soon + Revolution At Colony + Native American Pow Wow: MD Events

Sharkfest is coming to Maryland. Experience the revolution at a historic colony. Explore Native American culture at an upcoming pow wow.

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MARYLAND — It's almost time for Sharkfest in Maryland. Residents can visit a historic colony to learn about the Revolution. A Native American Pow Wow is also on tap.

Patch recently partnered with several local organizations to bring you their latest news. This guest contribution comes from National Park Service Chesapeake Gateways and Chesapeake Conservancy. Here's what Jody Hedeman Couser submitted to help you explore the Chesapeake Bay:

"Sharkfest!

Celebrate all things shark, all day, at the Calvert Marine Museum. Live sharks will be featured in the Corbin Pavilion for viewing. Learn fascinating ‘sharktoids’, examine evidence of prehistoric sharks and enjoy a photo-op of yourself in the life-size jaws of a Megalodon shark. Food and drinks will be for sale on site. Purchasing tickets in advance is recommended. July 8, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Calvert Marine Museum, Solomons, MD. More information and tickets"

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"Revolutionary London Town

Relive the exciting days of 1776 and meet individuals from London Town's past. Try your hand at some colonial crafts, play tavern games and "enlist" in the militia. Demonstrations include black powder, carpentry, hearth cooking and re-enactor encampments. Included with general admission. July 8-9, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.; Historic London Town & Gardens, Edgewater, MD. More info"

"Howard County Pow Wow

You’re invited to the 30th Annual Pow Wow and Show. This year will feature dancers, dancers, dancers – more than ever! From time to time pow-wow attendees will be invited to join dancers in the circle. Buffalo burgers, fry bread, Indian tacos, buffalo stew, Indian corn soup, gator bites, hot dogs, fries, burgers and more will be available for purchase. Fun activities for the whole family include pony rides, petting zoo and birds of prey and American Indian jewelry vendors. Free parking, $15 for adults and $8 for children. July 15, 10 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. and July 16, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.; Howard County Fairgrounds, West Friendship, MD. More information and flyer"

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"Old-fashioned Independence Day

The Fort McHenry fourth celebration kicks off with hoisting the grand “Star-Spangled Banner” flag o’er the ramparts at the Star Fort. Then learn all about the attack on Fort McHenry during the Battle of Baltimore and the War of 1812. This program discusses the battle of North Point and the bombardment of Fort McHenry, No old-fashioned 4th would be complete without a stirring fife and drum performance, and musket and cannon demonstrations. All included with general admission to the Fort. July 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; Fort McHenry National Monument; Baltimore, MD. More information"

"Frederick Douglass Historic Site Re-opening Celebration

The Frederick Douglass National Historic Site will reopen to the public on July 4. There will be an opening ceremony at 11:00 a.m. with a ribbon-cutting, music and dramatic portrayal of Mr. Douglass. Following the ceremony, the site will be open for first floor walk-throughs. Ranger-led tours will be offered from 3 p.m. to 5 p.m., with timed tickets available. July 4, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Frederick Douglass National Historic Site, Washington, D.C. More information"

"Lotus and Water Lily Festival

Save the date! The summer lotus and lily blossoms are a “must see” during their peak blooming period in July, celebrated annually at the Kenilworth Gardens Lotus and Water Lily Festival. Enjoy music and dance performances, arts and crafts, ranger-led tours and more! July 15-22, Kenilworth Aquatic Gardens, Washington, D.C. Program updates and preview video"

"Orchids of Maryland Webinar

We have dozens of native species of orchids in Maryland! While lady’s slipper species get all the glory, lady’s tresses’ and cranefly orchids are just as beautiful. Join Pickering Creek Audubon for a conversation with Julianne McGuinness about native Maryland orchids, as well as orchids you might find on the Eastern Shore! ... $5 per person. July 31, 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. More information and registration"

"New Maryland State Park!

Maryland’s award-winning state park system announced the addition of Sideling Hill Creek State Park last November, and now it is open to the public! A vast stretch of mountainous forest land nestled in the mountains of Allegany County, with a majestic view of the Potomac River, the park provides a haven for 30 species listed as rare in Maryland. These species include butterflies, freshwater mussels, bats and numerous plants. Sideling Hill Creek is a stocked trout stream that begins in Pennsylvania and runs 21.9 miles to the Potomac River. The Potomac River Overlook ... is accessible by a 1.2 mile return trail with a moderately strenuous rating. More information and maps"

"Find Your Chesapeake B.E.A.C.H.

It’s time to be thinking about beaches, or as the Chesapeake Conservancy’s Senior Vice-President of Communications, Jody Couser, would say, the Best Experience Anyone Can Have! Jody has spent the last couple of summers doing reconnaissance on over 100 beaches throughout the Chesapeake Bay watershed. Along the way she learned that Chesapeake beaches have their own individual reasons to visit again and again – places like Buckroe Beach, Savage Neck Dunes, Grandview, Chippokes, Cherry Beach, Dameron, Myrtle Point, Big Stone, Aquia, “a little beach on the Rappahannock,” and more. Check out Quests for Sandy Toes to follow Jody’s beach adventures and help you scope out which ones you’d like to visit yourself."

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