June Arts and Entertainment Newsletter


It is HEATING up here in CRISFIELD with HOT CRABS, CRUISES and CARS but, of course, the ART is always COOL! Look below!

Why Was June Made?

by Annette Wynne (https://discoverpoetry.com/poems)


Why was June made?—Can you guess?

June was made for happiness!

Even the trees

Know this, and the breeze

That loves to play

Outside all day,

And never is too bold or rough,

Like March's wind, but just a tiny blow's enough;

And all the fields know

This is so—

June was not made for wind and stress,

June was made for happiness;

Little happy daisy faces

Show it in the meadow places,

And they call out when I pass,

"Stay and play here in the grass."

June was made for happy things,

Boats and flowers, stars and wings,

Not for wind and stress,

June was made for happiness!



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Your membership with the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District helps to support public art and events! Memberships start at $25 for artists and $35 for individuals. Support the arts in Crisfield, sign up at: crisfieldarts.org/membership.

Updates on all of the events are on our calendar at CrisfieldArts.org under Upcoming Events. Check back regularly :)


June Events


Bette Orr, Featured Corbin Artist Exhibit 

Through June 11

Reception May 27, 3:00-6:00

Corbin Studio and Gallery

4 E. Main St.

Visit the Corbin Studio and Gallery to view the stunning artwork by local artist, Bette Orr!

Crisfieldarts.org



Crisfield Heritage Museum in June 

Tawes Museum and Ward Brothers Workshop

3 9th St.

Come in and see all the new exhibits at the museum! Shop all the new merchandise at the gift shop!

https://www.crisfieldheritage.org/j-millard-tawes-museum



1st Annual Paddlefest

June 3, all day

Janes Island State Park

26280 Alfred J Lawson Dr.

Planned events include guided paddles, Poker Run Paddle, Campfire on the Beach, food, music, pontoon boat rides, coastal clean-up, children's activities, nature crafts and more!​

Event is FREE, however registration is requested to allow us to properly plan for the event.

https://dnr.maryland.gov/publiclands/Pages/eastern/JanesIsland/Paddlefest.aspx



Smith Island Art Festival

June 3, 2023

Smith Island (Helpful hint: you will need to book a boat to get there!)

This weekend event celebrates the work of regional Artists, and the cultural heritage of Smith Island and the Chesapeake Bay.  

https://www.smithislandexperience.com/smith-island-art-festival.html



Crab and Cruise--90's-00's R&B/Hip Hop 

June 3rd and 24th, 4:30-9:30

The Crab Place

504 Maryland Ave

DJ Adam Dutch will be mixing up the R&B/Hip Hop hits from 90's and 00's on the upper level of the cruise, as well as providing the music during the feast in the restaurant. 97.5FM DJ, Big Mark, will be playing on the lower level. And Hurricane Hazel will be providing crab-picking demos during the feast portion. It'll be a fantastic day in the Crab Capital of the World. See why it's called the Baddest Crab Party on the Bay.

www.Crabandcruise.com



Michelin Star Event

June 3, Reservations required.

Lady Grace Bed and Breakfast

38 W Main St. call: 602-587-4277

Mark you calendars, it's going to be delicious! A Michelin Star event with a chef who has cooked around the world.

ladygracebandb.com



Crisfield Farmer’s Market

First and Third Saturday, 9:00am-12:00 noon

Near the City Dock (10th Street)

Local farmers, artists and so much more! New vendors added weekly!  



Paint Your Pet

June 8, 5:30-7:30

Corbin Studio and Gallery

4 E. Main St.

A "Paint Your Pet" (or your favorite animal) Art Workshop will be hosted by Andrea Garrison. This $20 workshop has limited space. Please sign up on crisfieldarts.org (have a picture of your pet ready to upload).



Holly Grove Mennonite Church

June 9, 5:00-10pm

City Dock

Join on the dock for some hamburgers, hotdogs, music and fun with the Grove Student Ministries!



Drag Racing: Misunderstood Remote Control Car Racing

June 10-11

9th-11th West Main St

Family friendly, fast cars and fun!




Father’s Day Art Workshop

June 12, 4:30-6:30pm

Corbin Studio and Gallery

4 E. Main St.

Make your dad smile on Father’s Day this year by giving him a hand-crafted gift he’ll love! $5 for children ages 8 and up with an adult present. Snacks will be provided for all. Sign up on crisfieldarts.org



Bluegrass and Sunset Festival

June 17, 11:00-8:30

 S 10th St, Crisfield (Jersey Island)

Grab a lawn chair, a hat and your sunscreen for a day of fun and music in the sun at the Crisfield Bluegrass & Sunset Festival. This event is rain or shine! Gates open at 11am and kids under the age of 12 are free. You won’t want to miss the lineup of artists and bands including Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, A Tribute to Doc Watson featuring Trey Hensley, Jack Lawrence, and T. Michael Coleman, Seldom Scene, Danny Paisley and Southern Grass, Tim and Savannah Finch with the Eastman String Band, US Navy Country Current and Blue Crab Crossing.  

www.crisfieldbluegrass.com



Crab and Cruise--Old School R&B

June 17, 4:30-6:30

The Crab Place

504 Maryland Ave.

97.5FM DJ Big Mark will be playing the classic Old School R&B hits from the 70's and 80's on the upper level of the cruise while DJ Adam Dutch will be rocking the dance area on the lower level. Earlier in the day, DJ Adam Dutch will be setting the Old School vibe on stage and Hurricane Hazel will be providing crab-picking demos during the feast portion. It'll be a fantastic day in the Crab Capital of the World. See why it's called the "Baddest Crab Party on the Bay".


Arts and Entertainment District 5th Anniversary Celebration

June 29, 6:00-7:00pm

Corbin Studio and Gallery

4 E. Main Street

We're celebrating 5 years being an Arts and Entertainment Designated District in Crisfield! Come join us for some cake and bubbly!




Always more events pop up! Bookmark the calendar to keep updated for things to do in the Arts and Entertainment District and the Crisfield community! Go to: CrisfieldArts.org

Come visit ALL three Art Galleries in Crisfield and receive an exclusive and collectable photo print card from local artist, Brian Sutherland! ($5 value)


Here's how it works:


  1. Visit any of the three art galleries in Crisfield and pick up a sign-up card
  2. Get the card signed by each gallery as you enjoy the beautiful art.
  3. Once you've visited all three galleries, hand your card in to your last gallery and receive your personal photo print of Brian Sutherland's, Tranquil Breeze


Looking for some exercise? Bicycle your way around to visit all 3 galleries--from the Corbin Studio bike rack to the City Dock bike rack/ West Main Street Gallery, with Gallery 413 in the middle!


Bicycle Route Map for All 3 Art Galleries


Plan your visit!

Upcoming Events

Wheels on the Waterfront

July 22

The 16th Annual Waterfront Car Show you don't want to miss!  Classic cars and Trucks, street rods, and custom motorcycles will all be on display and fun for EVERYONE! 



76th National Hard Crab Derby

Labor Day Weekend, Sept. 1-3

The Crisfield National Hard Crab Derby is a favorite annual Labor Day weekend event on the Maryland Eastern Shore, a unique crab themed event that includes crab races, crab cooking and picking contests, crafts, live entertainment, beauty pageants, parade, fireworks and more. Known by many as "The Crab Capital of the World", Crisfield is home to many seafood restaurants and the Somers Cove Marina, one of the largest marinas on the East Coast. 

www.nationalhardcrabderby.com





Buy Your Tickets Now:


Blue Grass and Sunset Festival http://crisfieldbluegrass.com/


Grab a lawn chair, a hat and your sunscreen for a day of fun and music in the sun at the Crisfield Bluegrass & Sunset Festival.


This event is rain or shine! Gates open at 11am and kids under the age of 12 are free.


You won’t want to miss the lineup of artists and bands including Ricky Skaggs and Kentucky Thunder, A Tribute to Doc Watson featuring Trey Hensley, Jack Lawrence, and T. Michael Coleman, Seldom Scene, Danny Paisley and Southern Grass, Tim and Savannah Finch with the Eastman String Band, US Navy Country Current and Blue Crab Crossing.  


413 Concert Series by White Boot Distilling:


Dreaming about an authentic Eastern Shore of Maryland crab feast?

 

Looking for great day of Crab Picking, Dancing and Socializing with your family & friends along with amazing waterfront views and Chesapeake Bay sunsets? 

 

Come join us in Crisfield, MD, known as the Crab Capital of the world!

 

Enjoy a LOCAL MD Crab feast with food, drinks and live music with some of the premier musical acts from around the DelMarVa area.



Somerset County Library Programs

Lots of free programs for all ages! Check out somelibrary.org/ and sign up today.

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Have something to add to this event list? Email arts@crisfieldcityhall.com

 

About the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District:


The non-profit Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District (CAED) is the State recognized entity for the management of the Crisfield Arts & Entertainment District. Maryland’s Arts & Entertainment (A&E) Districts help develop and promote community involvement, tourism, and revitalization through tax-related incentives that attract artists, arts organizations, and other creative enterprises to towns and cities across the state.


Thank you MSAC! To discover more about the Maryland State Arts Council and how they impact Maryland, visit msac.org