The Chestertown Farmer's Market is now open! The Chestertown Farmers Market was voted #1 in Maryland in 2010. Visit this link to vote for your favorite Farmers Market for 2011 Market Vote.

Chestertown Farmer's Market is located in Fountain Park and is open Saturdays from 8:00 until 12:00. Some vendors are also there on Wednesdays 12:00 - 5:00. If you would iike more info on the Farmer's Market and some recipes for all those fresh veges, here is a link to a nice article on the Chestertown Spy Market Link   Enjoy!

The University of Maryland Extension is offering a Horticulture Lecture Series.  It will be held on Fridays in March from 10:00 to 11:30 at the Kent County Library.  For more information and Pre-Registration, you an call 410.778.1661.  Guest peakers include Wayne Gilchrest on the topic of "Young People, Agriculture & the Ecology of the Earth".

The 26th Annual Chestertown Holiday House Tour will be held on Saturday, December 10, 2011 from 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM.  Decorated for the holidays, notable private residences and public buildings will be open on this self-paced tour.  Docents will greet you at each location and provide a tour of the interiors. 

Proceeds of this event benefit the students of Kent County Middle School. Tour Details

The Tree of Lights Service will take place on December 8, 2011 and is open to the public. It is a way to remember a loved one or honor someone special with the purchase of a "light" for the beautiful holly tree, which is planted next to Emmanuel Episcopal Church in downtown Chestertown.  The service includes a tree lighting ceremony and singing, followed by a simple reception.  More information at: Hospice Tree of Lights

The Tree of Lights was started by Hospice in 1987 and has become a tradition for Chester River Home Care & Hospice (CRHC&H). Each year CRHC&H offers a non-denominational Tree of Lights service to honor and remember friends and loved ones around the globe, as well as the patients and families it served during the year. This year

Carla Massoni Gallery is hosting an exhibition for local artists. This is a great opportunity to view some of Chestertown's local talent.  Hours and more information at Carla Massoni Gallery

Celebration - Gallery Artists Holiday Exhibition
November 18 - December 18, 2011

Participating artists
Elizabeth DaCosta Ahern
Sihnja
Marc Castelli
Rob Glebe
Karen Hubacher
Michael Kahn
Ebby Malmgren
Anne Leighton Massoni
Claire McArdle
Robert Ortiz
Celia Pearson
Marcy Dunn Ramsey
Shelley Robzen
Larry Schroth
Susan Tessem
Vicco Von Voss
Katherine Cox
Heidi Fowler
Elizabeth Mac Donald
Grace Mitchell
Zemma Mastin White

Tall Ships, skipjacks, schooners, buyboats and wooden boats will be visiting October 27-30, 2011 for the Annual Chestertown Downrigging Weekend, Tall Ship and Wooden Boat Festival.  Downrigging Weekend has become one of Kent County’s largest events, with more than 10,000 visitors. Sail on a “Tall Ship" or go onboard for a tour. The kick-off begins on Friday with the Tall Ships Illuminated from 6:00-9:00 PM and fireworks at 7:00.  Saturday events include the Wooden Boat Show, Canon Demonstration by ‘The British Marines”, concerts, lectures and exhibits.  The Remote Control Model Sailboat Exhibition is on Sunday.  TRICK or TREAT on the “Tall Ships” will be on Sunday 2:30-4:30 PM.  Downrigging Info Link

Ghost Walks of Chestertown, October 21-22, 2011.  With over 300 years of history, Chestertown is rich in regional folklore and ghost stories. Sea captains and merchants, Revolutionary and Civil War soldiers, farmers and watermen, offer a compelling backdrop for stories passed down through generations.  Contemporary interviews with local residents and business owners offer accounts of odd tales. Guides will walk ticket holders by lantern light through centuries of stories of mayhem, hauntings and murder.  Chestertown Ghost Walks begin at 7:30 in front of the White Swan Tavern.  More Ghost Walk Info

The Chestertown Wildlife Exhibition & Sale will be held this weekend on October 14 & 15, 2011.  This is the 32nd Annual show featuring, carvers, painters, artists and photographers.  From its inception, the show has used proceeds from its annual event to benefit the community.  Stroll downtown in the Historic District to enjoy live music, talks, demonstrations and regional foods.  There will be special events including a Wine & Beer Tasting in Fountain Park.  More information at Chestertown Wildlife Exhibition

The Chestertown Historic House Tour is this Saturday, Oct. 1, 2011 from 1:00 - 5:00.  The tour is one of the oldest regional house tours.  A dozen historic properties will be showcased including Federal period merchant’s homes, tradesmen’s cottages, Colonial mansions and charming Victorians. With advance purchase you can also reserve a box lunch available at historic Emmanuel Church.  The church is the seat of the Episcopal Church in America.  For more information you can call 410-778-3499 or use this link Chestertown Historic House Tour

If you haven't discovered it yet... The Chestertown Spy online newspaper is a great source for local information.  Named after the first newspaper printed in Chestertown in 1793, The Chestertown Spy is a quick, fun way to stay on top of local news, culture and activties. Local Food and Gardening links have useful tips.  Love the colorful graphics by Jean Sanders.  Checkout the recently added Real Estate page with property listings.  Click on this link to visit Chestertown Spy