Community briefs

Carnival underway in Hollywood

The Hollywood Volunteer Fire Department carnival continues this week from July 18 to 21 from 7 to 10 p.m. at the firehouse grounds. There will be food, games and rides as well as raffles and bingo. For more, go to https://hvfd7.com/.

Theater to stage ‘Seussical’

Children’s Theatre Southern Maryland will stage “Seussical” at 6 p.m. Friday, July 19, and at 2 and 6 p.m. Saturday, July 20, at St. Nicholas Lutheran Church, 1450 Plum Point Road in Huntingtown. Go to https://ctsmd.org/.

College music series concludes

St. Mary’s College of Maryland will host its free River Concert Series featuring Europe and the Jazz Influence at 7 p.m. Friday, July 19. Food trucks will be on site. No pets. The concert is the last in the series. Go to www.smcm.edu/river-concert/.

Youth orchestra to perform

Charles County Youth Orchestra’s Chamber Music Festival will present two free concerts in the garden of Christ Church, 112 Charles St. in La Plata, on Saturdays, July 20 and 27, at 8 p.m. In case of inclement weather the concerts will be held inside the church. For more, go to www.charlescountyyouthorchestra.org/.

Hyland brothers to perform

The Hyland Brothers will perform 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. Friday, July 19, at Running Hare Vineyard, 150 Adelina Road in Prince Frederick. The band will also play Running Hare 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10. Go to www.facebook.com/runningharevineyard.

‘She ROSE’ play upcoming

Victory Christian Ministries International Charles County will stage “She ROSE” 4 to 6 p.m. Saturday, July 20, at 4415 Crain Highway in White Plains. The play is based on the memoirs of author and producer ReCe Wilson. Go to www.eventbrite.com.

Affordable housing talk set

A discussion on affordable housing will be held 6:30 p.m. Thursday, July 25, at Church of the Ascension, 21641 Great Mills Road in Lexington Park. Green Street Housing Development Director Chase Powell will discuss the 40-unit Green Street’s Villas and other projects. Sponsored by St. Mary’s NAACP Chapter No. 7025. Open to the public. Email troyecowan@yahoo.com.

Boat regatta planned

The Leonardtown Bash on the Bay will be held Saturday, July 27, and Sunday, July 28, at the Wharf in Leonardtown. Heats will be held 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. June 28, and 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. June 29. Go to www.southernmarylandboatclub.com.

‘Living’ exhibit ongoing

Artworks@7th is hosting its Chesapeake Living exhibit through Sunday, July 28, at 8905 Chesapeake Ave. in North Beach. Artists include Ray Saunders, Tracy Vernon and Maria Birnkammer, and guest artist is Tamila Theal. The gallery is open 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Thursday through Sunday. Go to www.artworksat7th.com.

‘Abstract’ exhibit continues

North End Gallery will host its Abstracted exhibit through Sunday, July 28, at 41652 Fenwick St. in Leonardtown. Featured artists are Richard McMurry and Polly Lange. The gallery is open 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Tuesday through Saturday, and 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sunday. Go to www.northendgallery.com.

Town hall session nears

A 2024 Legislative Session Recap & Town Hall will be held 6 to 8 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 1, at the Waldorf West library branch, 10405 O’Donnell Place Waldorf. The event will be hosted by LBCMD members from Charles, Calvert, and St. Mary’s Counties. RSVP requested. Go to bit.ly/LBCMDSouthernMD.

Smallwood open house set

General Smallwood’s Retreat house will host an open house 1 to 5 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 3, at Smallwood State Park, 2750 Sweden Point Road in Marbury. Historic food cooking demonstrations and opportunities to tour the house. Another will be held the first Saturday in September. Go to https://dnr.maryland.gov/.

Ice cream social planned

Port Republic School No. 7 will host a free ice cream social 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 7, at 3080 Broomes Island Road in Port Republic. Live music by the Country Dance Band, ice cream, school tours and activities and artifacts.

Roof Top car night set

Rod ‘N Reel Resort will host a Roof Top Car Cruize Night 4 to 8 p.m. Friday, Aug. 9, at 4165 Mears Ave. in Chesapeake Beach. Music by Duncan Deejays. Call 866-312-5596.

GrooveSpan Duo to perform

GrooveSpan Duo will perform 2 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 10, at Perigeaux Winery, 8650 Mackall Road in St. Leonard. Pack a picnic. Go to www.perigeaux.com.

Sip & Shops planned

No Thyme to Cook will hold a Sip & Shop 11 a.m. Sunday, Aug. 25, at 14624 S. Solomons Island Road in Solomons. Local crafters and growers and a food truck. Go to www.nothymetocook.com.

Classmates wanted

Members of the La Plata High School Class of 1974 are needed to help plan a 50th reunion. To be put on a mailing list, contact Kathleen Quade through Facebook or go to www.facebook.com/groups/389172171067.

Home applications accepted

Habitat for Humanity is accepting applications for a new home for 2024. Applicants must be Calvert County residents and have an annual income of $30,000 to $60,000 to be eligible. Go to www.patuxenthabitat.org.

Free dinners offered

Solomons United Methodist Church will host free community spaghetti dinners 4 to 10 p.m. Tuesdays at 14454 Solomons Island Road in Solomons. The dinners are part of the Southern Maryland Mutual Aid. Call 410-231-4994.

Theater group forming

A new theater group dedicated to new plays by area playwrights is now forming. Directors, designers, actors, backstage and more needed. Email openingnites@gmail.com.

Board members needed

Your Infinite Pathways Foundation is looking for board members. Contact Kathryn Young at 240-443-0649 or kathryn.young@yourinfinitepathwaysfoundation.org.