Women of Impact is the dominant theme of the 2022 Chesapeake Film Festival in honor of women who make films and women about whom films are made. The CFF hybrid festival is live September 30 through October 2 in Easton, and virtual October 3 through 9 for free for audiences around the world. “Women have been making great films since the advent of the movie camera in the late 1800s. We proudly include their achievements, past and present, in our…

The Avalon Theatre and Stoltz Listening Room welcome music lovers and concert goers back for an extremely talented fall schedule. With plush seating, brilliant acoustics and sound in both rooms, enjoy the atmosphere inside while the top notch staff continues to bring great music and memories to the Eastern Shore. Mark Erelli October 1 • 8 p.m. Mark Erelli “…echoes Tom Petty and John Prine,” says PopMatters. For over 20 years, Mark has honed his musical craft serving as a…

Enchanted Fairyfest October 1 • 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Adkins Arboretum, Ridgely Bring wands, wings and costumes for a day of magic. Fairyfest revelers can follow a trail of fairy houses along enchanted forest paths, climb aboard a Neverland pirate ship and kick up their fairy feet in a meadow maypole dance. Elven archery, a labyrinth, fortune telling and magic games are all part of the fun, and natural materials will be on hand for a spellbinding take-home craft. Don’t forget…

Hurlock Fall Fest NEW DATE! October 8 • 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Train Station, Gay Street, and Main Street, Hurlock The day kicks off with a parade down Main Street at 10 a.m. while craft vendors will be on site at the train station from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Round trip train rides from Hurlock to Federalsburg depart at 11 a.m., 12:30, 2, 3:30, and 5 p.m. Tickets may be purchased at the town office or call 410-943-4181. The Little…

Car Show October 1 • 2-6 p.m. High Street, Chestertown Register your own pride and joy to compete for trophies, or just stroll the street to admire what other auto enthusiasts have brought to display, from custom hotrods to classic and antique beauties. Category prizes and food and beverage offerings contribute to a fun afternoon that welcomes all. Event is free to the public. A modest registration fee is required for each car entered in the show. Hosted by Main…

Historic Sites Open House October 1 • 1-4 p.m. Queen Anne’s County Historic sites in Queen Anne’s County are open for the season the first Saturday of each month from 1 to 4 p.m. The sites are also open to the public free of charge on September 3, and October 1. Donations are graciously accepted. Visit historicqac.org for hours, locations, and a heritage guide map. Museum of Eastern Shore Life Open October 1 • 1-4 p.m. Museum of Eastern Shore…

Each year, For All Seasons shines a light on suicide prevention with its No Matter What … You Matter campaign. This initiative's goal is to prevent suicide on Maryland's Eastern Shore through education and increased access to crisis resources. This year’s campaign will launch with a special community conversation about suicide prevention entitled “Life is Better with You Here: A Community Conversation about Suicide Prevention.” In this speaker series event on October 5 at 7 p.m., For All Seasons’ CEO…

The Cambridge Woman’s Club will host its Gala Bazaar on Friday, October 7, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, October 8, from 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. The bazaar is being held at Sycamore Cottage, located at 417 High Street in Cambridge. Admission is free. While visiting the bazaar, one may visit the clubhouse where a variety of silent auction items will be available for bidding. China, crystal, sports equipment, furniture, holiday items and more will be for…