Capital calendar (Nov. 9-16)

PUBLISHED: November 5, 2025 at 6:39 PM EST | UPDATED: November 5, 2025 at 6:48 PM EST

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Sunday, Nov. 9

“Art by the Bay” Members Show: 7 a.m.-8 p.m. Willow Gallery, Quiet Waters Park, 600 Quiet Waters Park Road, Annapolis. 703-798-4467. annapolis-arts-alliance.com. Annual Annapolis Arts Alliance members show for 2025, celebrates beauty of Chesapeake Bay with range of original works, including oil, acrylic, watercolor, photography, mixed media, woodworking, glass, fiber, sculpture and pottery. Expanded to include high school and college student artists from Anne Arundel County. On display through Nov. 16.

AAUW-AAC Book Sale: 9 a.m.-3 p.m., Chesapeake Square Shopping Center, Ritchie Highway, Glen Burnie. 410-353-1867. AAUW-AAC will hold a book sale from Nov. 6-9 with funds raised used for scholarships for women. Sale is an all-volunteer effort by the American Association of University Women — Anne Arundel County, AAUW-AAC.

Grant Recipients Speak on Accomplishments: 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m., St. Anne’s Episcopal Church’s Parish Hall, 199 Duke of Gloucester St., Annapolis. 410-267-9333. stannes-annapolis.org. Representatives of nonprofits that received grants from St. Anne’s Episcopal Church will talk about their organizations’ accomplishments during Adult Forum, inclduing Annapolis Area Imagination Library’s an affiliate of Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, dedicated to inspiring love of reading by gifting free books to children; CRAB (Chesapeake Region Accessible Boating), offering variety of accessible boating programs for individuals with disabilities, veterans and underserved communities; Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, space for everyone to enjoy performances, public art and learning; Naomi’s Village, a Kenyan children’s home, preschool, and K-12 academy serving children in Great Rift Valley; St. Mary’s Ecumenical Institute, encouraging people of all denominations to explore theological studies; House of Annapolis, with mission to support and educate those impacted by cancer, helping them regain health and well-being in comforting, home-like environment.

Sip & Savor — A Taste of Prince George’s: 1-4 p.m., Newton White Mansion, 2708 Enterprise Road, Mitchellville. 443-837-1531. hospicechesapeake.org. Inaugural event featuring culinary experience bringing together community members, local restaurants, and businesses to celebrate flavors and culture that make region special. Savory and sweet dishes from local chefs and caterers, cocktails and mocktails, live music in garden setting. Highlights mission and impact of Hospice of the Chesapeake, nonprofit provider of hospice and palliative care.

“The Diary of Anne Frank” Production: 2 p.m., Robert E. Kauffman Theater, Pascal Center for the Arts, 101 College Parkway, Arnold. 410-777-7125. eventbrite.com. AACC Theatre presents story of Anne Frank and her family. Public talkback following matinee. $5-$20.

“Dracula — A Comedy of Terrors” Production: 2-3:30 p.m., The Colonial Players Theater, 108 East St., Annapolis. 410-268-7373. thecolonialplayers.org. Vampire hunter Jean Van Helsing and company chase Dracula from Transylvania to British countryside to London and back. Features comedic horror, sexual innuendo, stylized violence, and some jump scares/loud effects; mild to moderate language. $21-$26.

A New Creation: 3-4:30 p.m., Woods Memorial Presbyterian Church, 611 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park. 703-517-3995. annapolisago.org. Hymn Festival sponsored by the Annapolis Chapter of the American Guild of Organists. Singers from several area church choirs will combine to form Festival Choir, under direction of Dr. Daniel Aune, professor of Organ at Peabody Conservatory of Johns Hopkins University in Baltimore. Free-will offering will be received.

Monday, Nov. 10

Tuesday, Nov. 11

Profs & Pints Annapolis — The Powerful Magicians of Renaissance Europe: 5-7:30 p.m., Graduate by Hilton Annapolis, 126 West St., Annapolis. ticketleap.events. A look at how supernatural beliefs drove leading thinkers in a time of exploration and progress, with Anthony Grafton, professor of history at Princeton University and teacher of courses on art, magic and science during that era. Doors open 4 p.m., talk starts at 5:30 p.m. $13.50-$17.

CHADD Anne Arundel Meeting: 7-8:30 p.m., Severna Park United Methodist Church, 731 Benfield Blvd., Severna Park. 410-266-6655. aacochadd.org. “Ensuring Strengths-Based IEPs,” with Liz Capone, M.S., advocate, expert witness, and former special education teacher. Parents receive tips on collecting and sharing information about child’s strengths and preferences, why information is important for effectiveness of IEP, and how that data can be used throughout IEP development and implementation process. Also taking place: Parent Support Group with Carol Robbins, Ph.D., 8:30-9:20 p.m.; and Adult Support Group, 8:30-9:20 p.m.

Wednesday, Nov. 12

Square Dance Lessons: 7-9 p.m., Glen Burnie Improvement Association GBIA, 19 Crain Highway S., Glen Burnie. 410-917-3348. marylandsquaredancing.com. $7.

Thursday, Nov. 13

Bridge Card Game: 9 a.m.-noon, Severna Park Community Center, 623 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park. 410-456-1613. Free.

Yoga for the Community: 5:45-6:45 p.m., SHED Annapolis — Wellness Reimagined, 2003 Commerce Park Drive, Annapolis. 443-775-7433. wellnessliving.com. Offering free weekly yoga class designed to help ease stress and restore balance, in support of local community and those affected by government shutdown. Free.

Chesapeake Civil War Roundtable: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Anne Arundel Community College, Cade Building, Room 207, 101 College Parkway, Arnold. ccwr.net. Meeting begins with coffee, donuts, and used book sale; speaker at 7 p.m. Tom Beall speaks on “The War Way Out West — Battle of Glorieta, New Mexico.” Beall leads Scout tours of Gettysburg and Antietam, has visited more than 120 battlefields, and has visited New Mexico numerous times over the years. Free.

Arundel Camera Club: 7-9 p.m., Severna Park Baptist Church, 506 Benfield Road, Severna Park. 410-852-8014. ArundelCameraClub.org. Weekly gathering of photography enthusiasts for hands-on learning, program speakers, contests, field trips, and sharing of photography expertise. Most meetings are also live streamed on group’s Facebook page. Free.

“Dracula — A Comedy of Terrors” Production: 8-9:30 p.m., The Colonial Players Theater, 108 East St., Annapolis. 410-268-7373. thecolonialplayers.org. Vampire hunter Jean Van Helsing and company chase Dracula from Transylvania to British countryside to London and back. Features comedic horror, sexual innuendo, stylized violence, and some jump scares/loud effects; mild to moderate language. $21-$26.

Friday, Nov. 14

Almost 7:30 Democratic Breakfast Club — Dan Nataf, Fall Survey Round 2: 7:30-9:30 a.m., Eastport Democratic Club, 525 State St., Annapolis. 443-481-9856. Professor Dan Nataf will present the Fall Survey Results, Round 2, at 8 a.m. Come early for coffee, bagels and conversation. $5.

Social Bridge on Fridays: 10 a.m.-noon, Captain Avery Museum, 1418 E. West Shady Side Road, Shady Side. 410-867-4486. captainaverymuseum.org. John Wakeman-Linn, American Contract Bridge League Certified Instructor, leads games of Bridge. All materials provided. Not a class, players should have some experience. Free.

Holiday Pop-Up Shop: 11 a.m.-2 p.m., Severna Park Community Center, 623 Baltimore Annapolis Blvd., Severna Park. 443-647-5843. spcommunitycenter.org. Fresh greenery wreaths, local authors, handmade jewelry, baked goods, custom woodworking, apparel and accessories, local artists, health/beauty, wine and coffee. Gift basket raffle; free gift-wrapping service on pop-up shop purchases, gift basket raffle.

“Narnia — The Musical” Production: 7-9 p.m., Anne Arundel Community College, 101 College Parkway, Arnold. ptcshows.com. Presented by Pasadena Theatre Company. Join siblings as they stumble into enchanted land where mythical creatures roam, an evil witch rules, and lion leads fight for freedom. $18-$23.

“The Diary of Anne Frank” Production: 7:30 p.m., Robert E. Kauffman Theater, Pascal Center for the Arts, 101 College Parkway, Arnold. 410-777-7125. eventbrite.com. AACC Theatre presents story of Anne Frank and her family. $5-$20.

“Pride & Prejudice” Production: 8 p.m., Compass Rose Theater at Maryland Hall, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. 410-980-6662. compassrosetheater.org. Modern-paced retelling of Jane Austen’s novel. $25-$55.

Saturday, Nov. 15

Fall Field Market at Wildberry: 9 a.m.-noon, Wildberry Farm + Market, 1047 Saint Stephens Church Road, Crownsville. wildberryfarmmarket.com. Join Wildberry and dozens of local small businesses for outdoor market. Wildberry Farm to Table Food Trailer serving hot breakfast and coffee. No rain date.

Jewish Holidays: 9:30 a.m.-noon, Congregation Kneseth Israel, 1125 Spa Road, Annapolis. 410-263-3924. knesethisrael.org. Conservative, Egalitarian, Shabbat Services every Saturday, followed by a Kiddish. Free.

Navy Tailgate Series: 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Captain’s Daughter Bar & Lounge, 100 Westgate Circle, Annapolis. captainsdaughterannapolis.com. Pregame experience game-day food, cocktails, live entertainment, and giveaways.

Kids and Family Fun Day Celebration of Nature: 11 a.m.-1 p.m., Annapolis Friends Meeting, 351 Dubois Road, Annapolis. 410-573-0364. annapolisfriends.org. Guided nature walk on edible trail; microscope station with botany expert; gather bits of nature to make mandala; rock painting contest; assemble all-natural bird feeder; face painting; gnome search; monster bubbles. Indoor and outdoor activities. Held rain or shine. Free.

African American Heritage Walking Tour: 1-3 p.m., Market House Park, 25 Market Space, Annapolis. 410-268-7601. watermarkjourney.com. Walking tour traces journey of notable Marylanders and explore impact both nationally and internationally. The Kunta Kinte-Alex Haley Foundation receives 20% of proceeds. $13-$24.

“Pride & Prejudice” Production: 2 p.m., Compass Rose Theater at Maryland Hall, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. 410-980-6662. compassrosetheater.org. Modern-paced retelling of Jane Austen’s novel. $25-$55.

“Narnia — The Musical” Production: 2-4 p.m., Anne Arundel Community College, 101 College Parkway, Arnold. ptcshows.com. Presented by Pasadena Theatre Company. Join siblings as they stumble into enchanted land where mythical creatures roam, an evil witch rules, and lion leads fight for freedom. $18-$23.

Live Arts Maryland Presents Music of the Spheres: 7:30-9:30 p.m., Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. 443-771-5198. app.arts-people.com. Three new works from the Annapolis Chorale. $40-$60.

Sunday, Nov. 16

Open Auditions for “City of Angels” Musical: 1-7 p.m., The Colonial Players Annex, 2134 Renard Court, Annapolis. 410-268-7373. thecolonialplayers.org. Story captures glitzy showmanship of classic Hollywood. Performance dates: Feb. 27-March 28, 2026. All roles open and non-paying. Show requires more than 20 performers; not all roles are singing roles. Pre-registration required for audition.