Spotlight - Gardens
Spring is a great time of year to visit public gardens Maryland. Any of these green oases – with ornamental, heirloom or native plants, topiary, outdoor sculpture and historical roots – can easily be the colorful centerpiece for a Maryland getaway.
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Colonial Highland Gathering
May 19, 2012
Fair Hill Racetrack and Fairgrounds
Cecil County
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Beyond the Garden Gates Garden Tour
May 19-20, 2012
For the past twenty years, hundreds of garden enthusiasts have descended upon downtown Frederick for the chance to explore the elegant, whimsical and inventive gardens nestled behind the gates of private Frederick homes each spring.
A favorite of residents and visitors alike, the Beyond the Garden Gates Garden Tour continues to grow in size and attendance. The annual tour has grown to draw over 800 visitors annually and has raised thousands of dollars for local garden clubs and multiple beautification projects around Frederick.
In addition to the the stunning landscapes, visitors are also treated to live musicians and plein air artists in many of the gardens, as well as a charming Hospitality Center where guests are invited to refresh themselves during the tour.
Frederick
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6th Annual Secret Garden Tour of Havre de Grace, sponsored by the Gardens de Grace Club
May 19, 2012, noon until 5 p.m.
This tour features private gardens in Havre de Grace. Proceeds benefit the educational programs of the Havre de Grace Maritime Museum. Local vendors, crafters, artists, exhibitors and sponsors will also be at the pavilion of the Museum from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. (great door prizes too). New this year, a Container Garden Competition. For contest info/entry form - contact C. Colburn at cwc07hdg@msn.com or 410-939-5706. For vendor info - contact C. Leffler at rcmcrusty@aol.com or 410-652-9757 or www.hdgmaritimemuseum.org. 410-939-4800. $ Advanced donation ticket and day of event ticket available.
Bowie Heritage Day
May 20, 2012
Come celebrate Bowie’s long history! Free pony rides, bluegrass music, crafts and fun for the family.Free! No reservations
Belair Stable/Belair Mansion
Prince George's County
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Chestertown Tea Party Festival
May 25-27, 2012
In response to British Parliament’s closing of the port of Boston, the citizens of Chestertown, Maryland met in May of 1774 and set forth “Resolves” forbidding importing, selling, or consuming tea in Chestertown. According to local legend, residents then gathered at the town center, marched down High Street to the brigantine Geddes, which was anchored in the Chester River, and tossed her cargo of tea overboard. The annual reenactment of that event is the centerpiece of the Chestertown Tea Party Festival.
Kent County
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Soft Shell Spring Fair
May 27, 2012
12 noon – 5 pm at the City Dock, fresh local seafood, arts & crafts, Waterman’s Hall of Fame Awards, Live Entertainment, Free Admission.
City Dock
Crisfield
Somerset County
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Strawberry Festival
June 2
Crafts, flea market, games, hay wagon rides, food, baked goods, strawberries, shortcake, entertainment.
Sykesville-Freedom Fire Company grounds
Carroll County
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Strawberry Festival
June 2
Museum on Bentley Road, the Strawberry Festival celebrates the rural heritage we interpret by featuring crafts, animals, live music, fresh food, and great camaraderie. Join Plein Air Olney for their paint out, show and wet art sale on the day of the festival.
Sandy Spring Museum
Montgomery County
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Springtime in the Woods
March 2 - April 1, 2012
Handcrafts, collectibles, antiques, florals, Victorian, country, jewelry, furniture, girls & ladies accessories, gifts for all occasions.
Bel Air
Harford County
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A Country Springtime
March 28 - April 1, 2012
This spring will mark the 27th consecutive year that Bay Country Crafters will bring you "A Country Springtime". We feature the finest handmade local crafts. For 5 days, Baldwin Hall is transformed into a seasonal boutique. Admission is free.
Millersville
Anne Arundel County
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Country Crafts Guild Spring Arts & Crafts Show
March 31, 2012
Crafts, folk art, needlework, jewelry, decorative clothing, home furnishings, miniatures, carvings, soaps, pottery, doll clothes and photography.
Rock Hall
Kent County
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Spring Fling Market and Craft Show
March 31, 2012
Seventy-five vendors, juried crafts, gourmet foods, baked goods, plants, breakfast and lunch served.
Westminster
Carroll County
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Somerset County Garden Club's 47th Annual Daffodil Show
April 07, 2012 Sat, 12N-5pm.
This national award-winning show features hundred of daffodils in a beautiful historic setting.
Teackle Mansion
11736 Mansion St
Princess Anne, Maryland
21853 410-651-0556
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Herbs Herbs Herbs!
April 21, 2012
Herbal learning day, plant sales, taste treats. Sinking Springs Herb Farm
843 Elk Forest Rd
Elkton, Maryland 21921
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Salisbury Festival
April 27-29, 2012
Live entertainment, classic car show, carnival & games, block party, food, shopping, children's activities, arts & crafts show, craft beer tasting and much more.
Downtown and Rivewrwalk Park
Wicomico County
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Montpelier Festival of Herbs, Tea and the Arts
April 28, 2012
Features talks, demos, workshops, art exhibitions, musical performances, vendors, hands-on activities for kids and more.
Montpelier Mansion and Art Center
Laurel
Prince George's County
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Arts Walk
April 28, 2012
The Arts Walks are self-guided walking tours that feature opening receptions and exhibitions at downtown art galleries, museum displays, literary and dance performances, live music and theatre, shopping at a variety of retail destinations, and dining at some of the area's finest restaurants. The evening also includes "hands-on" children's activities on board the Allegany Arts Council's Arts Bus.
Downtown Frostburg
Allegany County
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Spring Craft Festival/Tractor Pull
April 28-29, 2012
Handmade crafts, children's activities; food available and free parking and admission to craft show only.
Fairgrounds
Crownsville
Anne Arundel County
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Springfest 2012
May 3-6, 2012
Springfest 2012 celebrates spring and the upcoming summer season. It is four dynamic days of delicious food, live entertainment and unique arts and crafts under four huge big top tents located in the Inlet Lot at the south end of Ocean City’s famous Boardwalk.
Springfest serves up a continuous variety of musical performances on two stages. Admission to the four day event is free! All entertainment is free with the exception of the headline acts.
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Southern Maryland Spring Festival
May 3-6, 2012
You don't want to miss the 18th annual Southern Maryland Spring festival!
St. Mary's County Fairgrounds
Leonardtown, St. Mary's County
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Flower Mart
May 4-5, 2012
The festival features 130+ vendors selling flowers, garden accessories and unique gifts just in time for Mother’s Day. Plus FlowerMart attracts non-profit organizations who want to publicize their missions. Wellness vendors, government vendors and Archdiocese schools round out the mix.
Mt. Vernon
Baltimore
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Garden Festival at Ladew
May 5, 2012
Join us at Ladew to shop from an exclusive collection of vendors featuring hard to find perennials and annuals, unusual exotics and container specialties plus decorative furniture, urns, statuary and other architectural treasures. Honorary Chair, Carolyne Roehm, will lecture.
Monkton
Harford County
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Native Plant Nursery
The Adkins Arboretum Native Plant Nursery has offered the Chesapeake Bay gardener the largest selection of ornamental native plants for more than 10 years.
Adkins Arboretum
Ridgely
Caroline County
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Somerset Strawberry Festival
May 11-12, 2012
Join us for the Somerset Strawberry Festival in Marion Station, Maryland - “The Strawberry Capital of the World.” We’re looking forward to an action packed day full of delicious food, great entertainment, exciting exhibits and of course - lots of delicious strawberries!
Marion Station Somerset County
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Cylburn Market Day
May 12, 2012
We’ll have lots of plants and vegetables to fill your garden. There will be a wide variety of annuals and perennials, native plants, vegetables and herbs, hanging baskets, trees, shrubs and more rare hard to find plants. Many of the plants for sale are grown on-site by associated groups or garden clubs while others come from nearby specialty growers and area non-profits.
Cylburn Arboretum
4915 Greenspring Ave
Baltimore, Maryland 21209
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William Paca Plant Sale
May 12, 2012
Take a piece of the William Paca Garden home with you. Garden volunteers raise hundreds of perennials, annuals, woody plants, and vines in the garden, both heirlooms and brand new introductions. Staff and volunteers are on hand to help you select the right plant for every corner of your garden. A perfect outing for Mother’s Day!
Annapolis
Anne Arundel County
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Summerseat Plant Sale
May 12, 2012
Annuals, perennials, veggies, herbs, shrubs, kids' fun, educational exhibits, food, crafts, gardens, farm animals, buffalo, house tours, 18th-century farm setting.
Mechanicsville
St. Mary's County
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