900 Marshy Cove Condos -Residents' Bulletin Board: June 2015 Events in Dorchester

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Experience the REAL Maryland in Dorchester!

We've always thought of Dorchester as a great place to experience the REAL Maryland, and it seems the Washington Post agrees! Their story on how to have the "most Maryland summer ever" includes a lot of Dorchester mentions -- Ocean Odyssey Seafood Restaurant, Skipjack Nathan of Dorchester, the Harriet Tubman Museum and Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Byway, the Choptank River Lighthouse, and RAR Brewing! Read the story

Step back in time at our old-time stores

Dorchester has its share of old-time grocery and country stores. Two of them, Simmons Center Market and Webster's in Cambridge, are featured in a story by Secrets of the Eastern Shore. Read the story. You can also experience the country store feel (and some great food!) at Reid's Grove Country Store in Rhodesdale, Lewis General Store in the Neck District, and Woolford Country Store in Woolford.

JUNE EVENT HIGHLIGHTS

Tour of Horn Point Lab
Tuesdays during the summer
Horn Point Laboratory invites the community to visit the fascinating world of a world–class scientific research laboratory. READ MORE

Oyster Farm Tour
Wednesdays and Saturdays
Go behind the scenes at the Hoopers Island Oyster Aquaculture Company, producers of Chesapeake Gold and Holy Grail oysters. Some tours include oyster tasting (raw and grilled) and beer and wine. Register in advance. READ MORE

Cambridge Historic Walking Tours
Every Saturday, April-October
Hear fascinating stories of historic High Street — Napoleon’s involvement in Cambridge, the prominent woman who returned from the dead, the house that was cut in two, and more. Led by a costumed docent. READ MORE

Skipjack Sails on the Nathan of Dorchester
June 6, 13, 14, 20, 27
Join a public sail on the skipjack Nathan of Dorchester, a traditional oystering vessel, and learn about the area’s oystering heritage. Advance registration required. (And yes, there's a sail on Father's Day -- what a great way to celebrate!) READ MORE

Harriet Tubman Underground Railroad Conference
June 5-6
This two-day symposium offers a range of interesting workshops, a Harriet Tubman living historian, and opportunities for tours of local sites associated with Tubman and the Underground Railroad. (Harriet Tubman was born in Dorchester County.) The conference draws professionals, individual researchers, and others from around the country. READ MORE

Kids’ Fishing Derby
June 6
Introduce your children to the fun of fishing at Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge. For ages 15 and younger. Prizes, educational programs, photos, food, and lots of fun. READ MORE

W.T. Ruark Fishing Tournament
June 7
Catch the longest fish and win cash prizes and trophies. Fun for the whole family. Tickets must be purchased by June 6. READ MORE

Plein Air Golf Tournament and Cocktail Party
June 7
Join in a different kind of golf tournament at the Hyatt Regency Chesapeake Bay Resort. The day combines golf with the presence of plein air painters at the tees; the artists will sell the works they produce at the cocktail party after the tournament. READ MORE

Second Saturday
June 13

Historic Downtown Cambridge hosts this monthly event. During the day, bring the kids to the Art For All drop-in at the Dorchester Center for the Arts. Stay for the evening, when shops and galleries stay open late with free receptions and specials. READ MORE

Art Walk
June 13
Enjoy an evening in downtown Cambridge strolling the art galleries, browsing a range of artwork, and enjoying free refreshments. READ MORE

Painting in the Patch - For Adults
June 13
Join in a “wholesome happy hour” — create an 11” x 14” canvas masterpiece at Emily’s Produce and enjoy a healthy happy hour buffet. READ MORE

Cambridge Ghost Walk
June 13
Learn the spooky and fascinating stories of lives lived and lost along High Street, known as the most haunted street in Maryland. Advance registration a must. READ MORE

Chesapeake Paddlefest
June 20

Join in the kayak and stand-up paddleboard races, open to all ages and skill levels. Plus demos and family-friendly fun. Benefits Special Olympics Maryland. READ MORE

'Eating Cambridge' Foodie Tour
June 28
Join a delectable tour of Historic Cambridge's culinary scene, with tastings, pairings, and more. READ MORE

Looking ahead to July...

Taste of Cambridge Crab Cook-Off and Festival
July 11
Taste crab dishes from the area's top chefs, then vote for your favorites! Buy tickets in advance; this event usually sells out! Plus a free festival open to all with a crab-picking competition, live music, and fun for children. READ MORE

Heart of the Chesapeake Bike Tour
July 25
Choose from a 64-mile metric century, a 42-mile tour, and a 10-mile family ride. READ MORE

Cambridge Classic Powerboat Regatta
July 25-26
Watch inboard hydroplane and flat-bottom boats race on the Choptank River. READ MORE

SUNSET OF THE MONTH

Sunset by Beverly Middleton

Here's our favorite Dorchester sunset photo from May, taken by Facebook fan Beverly Middleton on May 28. She was on her way to Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge, where she's a volunteer, but the skies lit up like this while she was still in East New Market. Congratulations, Beverly!

Thanks to all who submitted a sunrise/sunset photo this month!

Capture a beautiful sunset (or sunrise) during the month of June in Dorchester, and submit it for the next contest! Post it to the I Love Dorchester Facebook page or Instagram page, or email it to jill@visitdorchester.org.