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SOUTHERN MARYLAND — Residents across Calvert, Charles and St. Mary’s counties will find plenty of choices this weekend, from the student-led Fly4aCure Magic Show supporting blood cancer research to a Black History Month open house at the U.S. Colored Troops Interpretive Center and themed festivities during Moll Dyer Weekend in Leonardtown, along with a variety of family activities, live entertainment and community gatherings throughout the region.

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THINGS TO DO IN CALVERT COUNTY

Blacksmithing: Open Forge on Feb. 21 (1–4 p.m.), at Jefferson Patterson Park and Museum, 10515 Mackall Rd., Saint Leonard – Live blacksmithing demonstrations showcasing how glowing iron is shaped into tools and hardware, with discussion of traditional smithing techniques and their historical importance. Free admission.

Buttons, Buckles and Bayonets: Revolution Era Attire on Feb. 21 (2–3:30 p.m.), at Calvert Library – Twin Beaches Branch, 4100 5th St., North Beach – Presentation exploring everyday clothing and accessories of American men and women from 1770–1790, featuring artifacts including buttons, buckles, wearable weapons and 18th-century garments. Free admission.

Moll Dyer Brunch with Leonardtown Books on Feb. 22 (11 a.m.–1 p.m.), at No Thyme to Cook, 14624 Solomons Island Rd. S, Solomons – Immersive brunch experience honoring the life and legend of Moll Dyer through storytelling, shared history and a themed menu presented in partnership with Leonardtown Books. Ticket required.

COSMIC Symphony presents “Symphonic Journeys” on Feb. 21 (3 p.m.), at Huntingtown High School, 4125 N. Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown – A musical voyage featuring works by Lalo, Rachmaninoff and Dvořák, highlighting COSMIC’s 2025 Young Artist Competition winners Henry Horst (piano, senior division) and Elizabeth Tober (violin, junior division). Free admission.

Stand Up Comedy Night at Mully’s Brewery on Feb. 22 (5–7 p.m.), at Mully’s Brewery, 141 Schooner Ln., Prince Frederick – Beer Run Comedy presents an evening of stand-up comedy featuring a lineup of comedians; see event details for performers. Ticket required.

Fundraiser for End Hunger in Calvert County: Author Book Signing on Feb. 24 (11 a.m.), at The Lobby Coffee Bar, 6201 Solomons Island Rd., Huntingtown – Local author Erin Harrigan signs copies of her book with net proceeds benefiting End Hunger in Calvert County; tours of the warehouse also available. Free admission.

Storytime Squad: Black History Month on Feb. 25 (10–11 a.m.), at Mt. Hope Community Center, 104 Pushaw Station Rd., Sunderland – Storytime program for children ages 2–5 featuring books and activities highlighting influential figures in Black history; preregistration encouraged. Free admission.

Southern Maryland Agriculture Resource Fair on Feb. 25 (3–6 p.m.), at The Barns at New Market, 29133 Thompson Corner Rd., Mechanicsville – Connect one-on-one with resource partners offering support on marketing opportunities, land preservation programs, technical assistance, best management practices, Farmers Market Nutrition Benefits, and funding and grant opportunities. Registration not required but strongly encouraged. Free admission.

For more Calvert County events, visit the Calvert County Maryland website. 

THINGS TO DO IN CHARLES COUNTY

Boo Bingo Night at Scary Strokes on Feb. 20 (7 p.m.), at Scary Strokes, 2960 Technology Place, Suite 106, Waldorf, MD – Family-friendly bingo night with free play, prizes including free passes, arcade cards and a $50 gift card; seating and bingo cards are limited and first come, first served. Free admission.

Mardi Gras 70th Anniversary & Inauguration Gala on Feb. 20 (6–10 p.m.), at Graces Event Center, 4045 Renner Road, Waldorf, MD – Hosted by the Charles County Chamber of Commerce, this Mardi Gras-themed evening celebrates 70 years with live entertainment, dining, and festivities under the theme “Rhythm, Revelry, & Resilience.” Ticket required.

Lowe’s Kids Workshop: Birdhouse on Feb. 21 (10 a.m.), at Lowe’s, 300 Rosewick Rd., La Plata – Hands-on kids workshop where participants build and decorate a colorful birdhouse while learning basic assembly and painting skills. Free admission.

Southern Maryland House of Nerf May 2026 Blaster Battle! on Feb. 21 (11 a.m.–5 p.m.), at Charles County Fairgrounds, 8440 Fairground Rd., La Plata – Indoor Nerf-style blaster battle event featuring organized play sessions and action-packed fun for participants. Ticket required.

Public Skate on Feb. 22 (9:10–10:40 a.m. and 1:30–3:20 p.m.), at Capital Clubhouse, 3033 Waldorf Market Pl., Waldorf – Family-friendly public skating session; no jumps, spins, routines, hockey sticks or pucks permitted. Admission $13 per skater; $5 skate rental; $10 skate helper if needed; group rates available for 15 or more. Ticket required.

Historic McConchie One-Room School Open House on Feb. 22 (2–4 p.m.), at Charles County Fairgrounds and Event Center, 8440 Fairground Road, La Plata, MD – Celebrate Black History Month with an open house at the historic one-room schoolhouse, offering visitors a chance to explore local African American history and heritage. Free admission.

Welcome to The Friendship Flow! on Feb. 22 (3–5 p.m.), at The NubiQ Experience, 12540 Mattawoman Drive, Waldorf, MD – A guided, speed-dating-style event focused on building meaningful friendships through curated questions, real conversations, and authentic connections. Ticket required.

La Plata High School Modernization & Addition Project Outreach Event on Feb. 23 (3 p.m.), at La Plata High School Cafeteria, 6035 Radio Station Rd., La Plata – Outreach event hosted by Scheibel Construction inviting certified Minority Business Enterprises and local subcontractors to learn about the modernization and addition project, upcoming trade packages, prequalification requirements and bidding process. Question-and-answer session included. Free admission.

Jazz Night at The Charles on Feb. 25 (7–9 p.m.), at The Charles, 417 Charles St., La Plata – Live jazz featuring Ricardo L. Abbot & The NBAF Quartet as part of the restaurant’s weekly Wednesday night series, offering dinner, drinks and an evening of classic and contemporary jazz.

For more Charles County events, visit the Charles County Maryland website.

THINGS TO DO IN St. MARY’S COUNTY

Moll Dyer Weekend @ Town of Leonardtown from Feb. 20–22, at Leonardtown Square – Three-day celebration hosted by the Town of Leonardtown, Leonardtown Business Association and Visit St. Mary’s featuring scavenger hunts, cocktail contests, activities, shows, broom making, axe throwing and more highlighting local legends. Free admission.

Ms. Story’s Living History @ HSMC on Feb. 20 (6–8 p.m.), at Historic St. Mary’s City, 18559 Hogaboom Ln., St. Mary’s City – One-woman theatrical performance by historical interpreter Shemika Renee honoring Black History Month through storytelling that highlights the lives and contributions of notable women in history. Ticket required.

Double A Cabaret on Feb. 20 (7–9 p.m.), at Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center, 47855 College Dr., St. Mary’s City – Student performers present an evening of jazz, musical theater and pop accompanied by a professional jazz combo. Free admission.

Lowe’s Kids Workshop: Birdhouse on Feb. 21 (10 a.m.),, at Lowe’s Home Improvement, 45075 Worth Avenue, California, MD – A free, in-store kids workshop featuring a guided craft project to build a washing machine–style coin bank, with materials provided while supplies last. Free admission; registration required.

Students Unite for Fly4aCure Magic Show on Feb. 21 (11 a.m.–2 p.m.), at USMSM Smart Building, 44219 Airport Road, California, MD – Youth-led Team Fly4aCure hosts a family-friendly community magic show to raise funds for blood cancer research and patient services benefiting Blood Cancer United. Tickets are $10; children under 5 are admitted free; food and drinks are available for purchase. Ticket required.

Black History Month Open House @ The U.S. Colored Troops Interpretive Center on Feb. 21 and Feb. 25(10 a.m.–2 p.m.), at the USCT Interpretive Center, 21675 S. Coral Dr., Lexington Park – Explore Medal of Honor exhibits and interpretive displays highlighting African American soldiers who served in the Civil War during this recurring Black History Month open house at Lexington Manor Passive Park. Free admission.

Lucky in Love’s 3rd Annual Wedding Package Giveaway & Wedding Vendor Event on Feb. 21 (noon–4 p.m.), at Lucky in Love, 13771 Ryceville Rd., Mechanicsville – Wedding vendor showcase featuring local professionals, samples, décor displays and a chance to enter a wedding package giveaway; entrants must drop in that day to enter. Free admission.

COSMIC Symphony presents “Symphonic Journeys” on Feb. 22 (3 p.m.), at Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center, 47855 College Dr., St. Mary’s City – A musical voyage featuring works by Lalo, Rachmaninoff and Dvořák, highlighting COSMIC’s 2025 Young Artist Competition winners Henry Horst (piano, senior division) and Elizabeth Tober (violin, junior division). Free admission.

Mind > Blown Speaker Series @ Pier450 on Feb. 22 (3–5 p.m.), at Pier450, 48342 Wynne Rd., Ridge – Part of the ongoing MIND BLOWN series featuring award-winning podcaster and former St. Mary’s College of Maryland professor Jerry Gabriel presenting a Southern Maryland-focused podcast seminar, followed by a reception with light snacks and wine. Ticket required.

Brian Ganz PianoTalk on Feb. 24 (11:20 a.m.), at Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center – Concert Hall, 47855 College Dr., St. Mary’s City – Pianist Brian Ganz performs and discusses complex classical music during this interactive PianoTalk program. Ticket required.

Dinner & A Comedy Show! on Feb. 26 (doors at 6 p.m.; show at 7 p.m.), at The Rex Theatre, 22695 Washington St., Leonardtown – Headlining comedians Quincy Carr and Lucas Bohn take the stage for an evening of stand-up comedy paired with dinner and drinks. Ticket required.

For more St. Mary’s County events, check out the Visit St. Mary’s MD website. 

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SOUTHERN MARYLAND LIVE MUSIC SCHEDULE BROUGHT TO YOU BY LYNN’S MUSIC LISTINGS

Friday – February 20th

5:00pm – Carla Simpson – Mully’s Brewery – Prince Frederick MD

5:00pm – Shaun Gomban – Greene Turtle Sports Bar – La Plata MD

5:00pm – Joseph Norris – Snellman’s Store & Shuck Shack – Hollywood MD

5:00pm – Billy Breslin – The Local – Hollywood MD

6:00pm – Johm Luskey – The Bluefish Pub – Solomons MD

6:00pm – Mike Mead – Helen’s Cafe – Leonardtown MD

6:00pm – Fat Whiskey – The Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD

6:30pm – Shaun Gomban – The Blue Fish Pub – Solomons MD

7:30pm – Hyland Brothers – Pirates Cove Dock Bar – Galesville MD

8:00pm – Jack Allen – Brudergarten – Leonardtown MD

8:00pm – Audra & Johnny – O’Gannigan’s Irish Pub – Prince Frederick MD

8:00pm – Never 2 Late – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD

8:00pm – HydraFX – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD

8:30pm – Mariah Jean – Action Lounge & Billiards – Leonardtown MD

8:30pm – Bangerz Only – Ollie’s Bar & Grill – La Plata MD

Saturday – February 21st

12:00pm – Blake, Hamner & Wright – Dockside Restaurant – Colonial Beach VA

12:00pm – Steve Potter Blues Explosion – Barbain Barn – Hughesville MD

2:00pm – One Foot in the Groove – POL Winery – Leonardtown MD

2:00pm – Joe Cox – Corteau Vineyards – Mechanicsville MD

3:00pm – COSMIC Symphony – Huntingtown High School – Huntingtown MD

6:00pm – Joseph Norris – Helen’s Cafe – Leonardtown MD

6:00pm – Nightcap – Dockside Restaurant & Sports Bar – Deale MD

6:00pm – Whistlin’ Kitty Chasers – Boathouse @ Anchored Inn – Deale MD

6:00pm – Carla Simpson – Stoney’s Clarkes Landing – Hollywood MD

6:00pm – Shaun Gomban – The Bluefish Pub – Solomons MD

6:00pm – Chris Dean – The Local – Hollywood MD

6:30pm – Monkey Business – The Potomac Gardens – Colton’s Point MD

7:00pm – Billy Breslin – Neptune’s Seafood Pub – North Beach MD

7:00pm – Taboo – The Scuttlebutt – Cobb Island MD

7:00pm – Byron Ciotter – The Brass Tap – California MD

7:30pm – Kurt Gibbons – Pirates Cove Dock Bar – Galesville MD

8:00pm – Berlin Calling – Martini’s Lounge – White Plains MD

8:00pm – Harmony Hills – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD

8:00pm – Sarah, Becky & The Grits – The Taphouse 1637 – California MD

8:00pm – Shane Graham – Olde Town Pub – Leonardtown MD

8:00pm – Honey Sol – Buckets Bar & Grill – Lusby MD

8:00pm – Mocktallica (Metallica) – The Rex Theatre – Leonardtown MD

8:00pm – Copper Pennies – Toots Bar – Hollywood MD

9:00pm – Brian Grilli Band – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD

Sunday – February 22nd

2:00pm – Justin Moyar – Port of Leonardtown Winery – Leonardtown MD

3:00pm – COSMIC Symphony – SMC Dodge Arts Center – St Mary’s City MD

3:00pm – Michael Miller – Pirates Cove Dock Bar – Galesville MD

3:00pm – John Luskey – Stoney’s Clarkes Landing – Hollywood MD

Monday – February 23rd

Tuesday – February 24th

5:00pm – John Luskey – Heritage 485 – Prince Frederick MD

6:00pm – River Rock Band – Apehangers Bar & Grill – Bel Alton MD

7:00pm – Open Mic w/Mike Trujillo – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD

Wednesday – February 25th

12:00pm – Hump Day Band – Cryer’s Back Roda Inn – Leonardtown MD

5:00pm – Ryan Forrester – Ketch 22 Restaurant – North Beach MD

6:00pm – Levi Stephens – Brick Wood Fired Bistro – Prince Frederick MD

6:30pm – Steve Potter – Martini’s Lounge – White Plains MD

6:30pm – Comedy Open Mic – Twisted Bar & Grill – Hollywood MD

6:00pm – Richard & Rosemarie – Plaza Azteca – Lexington Park MD

7:00pm – Open Mic w/Steve Nelson – The Tavern – Saint Leonard MD


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