Bay Weekly Calendar

See preserved fossils from the early Cretaceous Period, about 110 million years ago. Noon-4pm, Dinosaur Park, Laurel, free: 301-627-1286.

Meet two of North America’s smallest birds of prey: the American kestrel and the eastern screech owl. 12:15pm, National Wildlife Visitor Center, Laurel, free: 301-497-5887.

Hear a presentation by Dr. Rebeccah Waterworth, entomologist in the Office of Pesticide Programs at the EPA, on conserving insects and what you can do to help. 1-3:30pm, National Wildlife Visitor Center, Laurel, rsvp: www.eventbrite.com search Conserving Insects.

Join the volunteer team to learn feed shift routines, grooming, safety and awareness, then visit the open house & tack sale to meet and greet the horses, take a pony ride ($5), and tour the farm. 1-3pm volunteer orientation & 3-4pm open house, Freedom Hill Horse Rescue, Owings: [email protected].

Learn about raising chickens in your backyard. 1:30-4:30pm, Edgewater Library, rsvp: 410-222-1538.

Local women who are both small business owners and mothers share their journeys and inspiration. 2-3pm, Discoveries: the Library at the Mall: 410-222-0133.

Meet adoptable dogs from the Senior Dog Sanctuary and learn about their care and safety. 3-4pm, Broadneck Library: 410-222-1905.

Join us for a fun morning of creating movie munchies while we watch the fun filled foodie film Ratatouille! http://choosecalvert.com/calendar.aspx?EID=6944

For Families with children ages 8 and up. Don’t miss this great opportunity to explore one of the lesser known Calvert County Natural Resource Division areas – Ward Farm Recreation and Nature Park. We’ll hike through the woods to search for vernal pools and streams fed by spring rains – looking for spring wildflowers and […]

Does the idea of what sauces to use on your food leave your head spinning? You’re not alone. But fear not! Chef Brian will show you all the tips and tricks to waking up the flavor in your foods with a variety of sauces. http://choosecalvert.com/calendar.aspx?EID=6996

Sylvia the strolling accordion player. 5-9pm, Old Stein Inn, Edgewater: www.oldstein-inn.com.

The Rotary Club of Annapolis hosts its annual formal gala featuring hors d’oeuvres, a surf and turf dinner, open bar, music by C&J Entertainment, dancing and desserts; silent and live auction; benefits Special Olympics. 6-11pm, Graduate Annapolis Hotel, $150, rsvp: www.annapolisrotary.org.