USS CONSTELLATION MUSEUM HOSTS ANNUAL INDEPENDENCE DAY DECK PARTY - July 4, 2007

The USS Constellation, the last all sail warship by the United States Navy, will host its annual Independence Day Deck Party. Guests will enjoy an old-fashioned picnic, provided by The Classic Catering People, musical entertainment by Tumblehome and Fourth of July fireworks from the best seats along Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. Proceeds will benefit educational and preservation programming for the USS Constellation Museum.

Wednesday, July 4, 2007 7:00 – 10:00 p.m.

USS Constellation, Pier 1, 301 East Pratt Street, Inner Harbor, Baltimore

TICKETS:$65 per adult - $25 per youth (ages 17 and under)

Tickets may be purchased by calling 410-539-1797 ext. 422 or by visiting www.constellation.org or www.missiontix.com.

MacTavish's Olde Towne Market - July, 7, 2007

I. MacTavish, IV, proprietor presents a community "Market Celebration" in conjunction with the H. C. "Curley" Byrd Music Festival on 07/07/07. 10am-2pm (rain or shine)

907 W. Main St. in "Downtowne" Crisfield, MD featuring the music of Rukie Dize and the BLACKGOLD JAZZ band from 12pm-1pm

Fresh Seafood, BBQ Chicken & Ribs, Grilled Dogs & Burgers, Iced Cold Drinks, Homemade Baked Goods. Come have lunch with us. Nautical Arts & Local Crafts on display and for sale. If your a Terps Fan come out and help us celebrate "The Life of Curley Byrd" for more event information call (443) 735-2567 (anytime)

Art reception for "Aquarella" - July 8, 2007

July 8, 2007 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm, a solo multi water-based media art exhibit by contemporary impressionistic painter Liz Arango-Howshall. Music for the reception by Jazz Trupeter PJ Howshall. The exhibit will run from July 7th to July 29th at the Chesapeake City Town Hall Gallery, 108 Bohemia Avenue, Chesapeake City, MD. The Cecil County Arts Council sponsored the exhibit and it is free and open to the public.

One Day Workshop For First Time Homebuyers - July 28, 2007

Nehemiah, a non-profit housing organization, will be supporting a one day workshop with rates are as low as 4.75% for first time homebuyers in Montgomery County. Prospective homebuyers will be able to get approved for a mortgage and begin to look at homes all on the same day. We are working to help the underserved first time homebuying community in Montgomery County. This program is designed to help low to moderate income buyers find an affordable solution in an almost unaffordable marketplace. To make an appointment, call 1(800)362-3878, code 500, or go to www.thehomebuyingevent.com

6903 Rockledge Drive, Third Floor,
Bethesda, Maryland 20817

2nd Annual Rally for RAACE - Sunday, August 19, 2007

The RAACE Foundation is a nonprofit organization dedicated to fighting the epidemic of child sexual abuse by raising public awareness. An estimated 39 million survivors of child sexual abuse exist in America today. Statistics indicate that 1 in 3 girls and 1 in 7 boys are sexually abused before the age of 18. In 90% of reported cases, the abuser is someone the child knows and trusts. We hope by bringing to light the prevalence of child sexual abuse we will lessen the social stigma associated with addressing this troubling and destructive social issue. The RAACE Foundation believes that as adults, we have an inherent responsibility to protect our children from sexual abuse. It will take courage, determination and the efforts of many to make a difference in the fight against child sexual abuse. But we can, and must do it!

A 43-mile police escorted ride thru scenic Harford County to help The RAACE Foundation raise awareness of child sexual abuse. For more info: call 1-800-755-KIDS or visit www.raace.org

KarmaFest 2007 - September 8, 2007

KarmaFest 2007, a holistic/psychic/yoga festival, will be held September 8 and 9 at the 4-H Campground at The Rocks. The festival is in its second year and is the brainchild of Patricia Hawse, of Pylesville. “It all started when I went to Louisiana for Katrina Relief with the Red Cross,” Patti explains. “There, under all the stress of working in such negative conditions, I found myself anxious and depressed. I cried myself to sleep the first two nights I was there. On the third night, however, I joined in a yoga and meditation class held in the Red Cross Resident’s shelter designed to help relieve the relief workers. After the yoga, my body relaxed. When I awoke from the meditation, my mind was at peace. I’ve been happy ever since! On my departure from Louisiana, I vowed I would spread the word about these simple, yet profound, life-changing tools that are available for all to enjoy. That is how I came up with KarmaFest – to help get the word out!”

The admission price is only $8 a day (or $10 for a weekend pass purchased in advance) and gives the attendee an opportunity to participate in free yoga, meditation, lectures, and more.

For more information or to reserve your $10 weekend pass contact Patti Hawse at 410-446-2569, email her at hawsejourneywithin@yahoo.com, or go to the KarmaFest website @ www.KarmaFest.com.

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