Bay Weekly Calendar

Take turns reading aloud in a circle with the attention of a canine tutor. 4-5pm, Crofton Library, rsvp: 410-222-7915.

Young artists from local elementary schools show off their artwork on display in the library. 5-7pm, Deale Library: 410-222-1925.

Explore the craft of writing with a volunteer from the Maryland Writers Association (ages 11-17). 6-8pm, Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library, free, rsvp: 410-222-1770.

Open forum to discuss campaigns, primaries and upcoming elections. 7:30-8:45am, Eastport Democratic Club, $8: 410-263-2022.

Trained volunteers from AARP answer questions and assist with tax forms for seniors & low-income residents. 9am-noon, Eastport-Annapolis Neck Library: 410-222-1770.

Ages 4-12; Our Winter/Spring homeschool series focuses on “phenology” - nature’s calendar. It is the study of seasonal changes in plant and animal life-cycles such as date flowers begin to bloom or frogs start singing in the spring. Month to month, we will make and record weather observations and check in with the plants and […]

Join birder Gordon Reynolds to learn skills for identifying birds by sight and sound on a guided hike (ages 12+). 8-11am, Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian, $6 vehicle fee, rsvp: www.jugbay.org.

Help pick up litter in the park (ages 8+); use the Clean Swell app to help track of the trash. 9-11am, Jug Bay Patuxent Wetland Park, Lothian, rsvp: www.jugbay.org.

Celebrate the Year of the Woman with healthy food, wellness support and healing at this part-wellness conference, part-retreat hosted by Rasa Juice Shop; includes breakout sessions of yoga and meditation classes, wellness experts panel, healing happy hour and optional overnight in the hotel; benefits YWCA Weinberg Residence. 9am-5pm, The Westin Annapolis, $195, rsvp: www.wholehealthdesigns.com.

10am-1pm, year-round, Riva Rd. & Harry Truman Pkwy, Annapolis: www.aacofarmersmarket.com.

Dine on hearty homemade soups and fresh bread, then listen to Nancy McAllister share her birding experience, “Mom’s Big Year.” Noon-3pm, Jug Bay Wetlands Sanctuary, Lothian, $5, rsvp: 410-741-9330.

Enjoy Irish themed floats, marching bands, Highland dancers, pipes and drums, more festivities follow at a post-party at City Dock with live music. 1-5pm, Main Street to City Dock, Downtown Annapolis: www.naptownevents.com.

Trained AARP volunteers answer questions and assist with tax forms. 9:30am-1pm, Crofton Library, rsvp: 410-741-1866.

Learn the basics of one of the best-selling games of all time. 6-7pm, Severna Park Library, rsvp: 410-222-6290.

Speaker: David Hale, former Calvert Co. commissioner. 6:30pm, Elks Club, Prince Frederick, $10: [email protected].

Enjoy games and activities at this meet-up for adults with intellectual disabilities. Noon-1pm, Discoveries: the Library at the Mall: 410-222-0133.

Take a fitness hike with a naturalist. 1-2:30pm, Watkins Nature Center, Upper Marlboro, $4 w/discounts, rsvp: www.pgparks.com.

Trained volunteers from AARP answer questions and assist with tax forms for seniors & low-income residents. 1-3pm, Broadneck Library: 410-222-1905.

Hear a story and make a craft. 10-11am, Old Maryland Farm, Upper Marlboro, $4 w/discounts, rsvp: www.pgparks.com.

Preschoolers enjoy flight-themed activities. 10:30am, College Park Aviation Museum, free w/admission: 301-864-6029.

Bring a bagged lunch and explore library resources you may not know exist. Noon-1pm, Severna Park Library: 410-222-6290.

Stories and crafts for preschoolers on the Incredible, Edible Seed. 10-11am, Watkins Nature Center, Upper Marlboro, $6 w/discounts, rsvp: www.pgparks.com.

Learn about the art of pretzel twisting. 10:30-11:30am, Discoveries: Library at the Mall, Annapolis: 410-222-0133.

Join plant stylist Hilton Carter for a book signing and meet-and-greet with horticultural advocates Ryan McCallister, Teresa Speight, and Kathy Jentz; cash bar. 5-9pm, Homestead Gardens, Davidsonville: www.homesteadgardens.com.

All welcome. 9-11am, Calvert Library, Prince Frederick: 410-535-0291.

Watch the show, then meet a live animal (ages 2-10). 10am, Watkins Nature Center, Upper Marlboro, $4 w/discounts, rsvp: www.pgparks.com.

Join a naturalist on the trail. 10-11:30am, Patuxent River Park, Upper Marlboro, $4 w/discounts, rsvp: www.pgparks.com.

Learn about wildlife at the refuge (ages 16 mos-4yrs). (Also March 16). 10:30-11:15am, National Wildlife Visitor Center, Laurel, rsvp: 301-497-5887.

Join us on a relaxing Sunday to partake in one of America’s greatest culinary past-times–brunch! In this next installment of our monthly series, we will be diving into a St. Patty’s Day themed cuisine! But you better hurry – the coffee’s brewing and the table is filling up fast! Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s available for […]

Hot Club of Baltimore. 5pm, Café Mezzanotte, Severna Park, $20, rsvp: www.instantseats.com/events/cafemezz.

Tweens tinker with old electronics; tools provided. 6:30-8pm, Calvert Library, Prince Frederick: 410-535-0291.

7pm, Rams Head on Stage, Annapolis, $30, rsvp: www.ramsheadonstage.com.

The Chesapeake Forge Blacksmith Guild meets every Monday at 7:00 p.m. Members learn and practice new techniques as they work on their projects. No registration required. No gate fees.

Hike around to see what new life the spring season is bringing (ages 3-4yrs). 10:30-11:15am, National Wildlife Visitor Center, Laurel, rsvp: 301-497-5887.

Weather permitting, Kinder Farm Park's very own Sawmill Club will be running logs through the mill. Wood milled from the sawmill can be seen around Kinder Farm park, including inside the Tobacco Barn Museum

Enjoy the gardens and mingling with the eco-minded. 5:30-7:30pm, Homestead Gardens, Davidsonville: www.annapolisgreen.com.

Are you a hunter, archery enthusiast or just looking for something cool to hang up on your wall? Join us at Jefferson Patterson Park as we take natural materials such as turkey feathers, pine pitch and sinew and turn them into beautiful and practical arrows. http://choosecalvert.com/calendar.aspx?EID=6994