Chesapeake Highlights | August 2009
Shot at the Ultimate Goal
Major League Lacrosse’s Championship Weekend takes over Annapolis.
Four teams, three games, two days, one champ; Major League Lacrosse will crown its 2009 champion at Annapolis’ Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium the weekend of August 22nd–23rd. The top four MLL teams compete in two semifinal games on Saturday, with the two victors facing each other in the ultimate showdown on Sunday. Will our hometown heroes, the Washington Bayhawks, be among them? Weekend ticket packages and additional information available at MLLChamps.com.
Merrily See and Merrily Do
33rd season of Maryland Renaissance Festival kicks off this month.
Transport thyself to the year 1543 in Revel Grove, England where merriment abounds. The 2009 Maryland Renaissance Festival begins August 29th–30th and continues each weekend through October. Held at the nation’s second largest Renaissance fairgrounds in Crownsville, the event authentic entertainment, vending, games, delicious food and drink, and adventure for the entire family. Call 1-800-296-7304 or visit RennFest.com for more information.
Photo by Dominic Sherony
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A Reel Competition
World’s largest billfish tournament takes over OC.
Over 300 boats of fishermen compete for $2.5 million in prize money during the 36th annual White Marlin Open from August 3rd–7th in Ocean City. The tournament invites spectators to the Harbour Island Marina (14th St. and the Bay) from 4–9 p.m. each day, free of charge, to watch as anglers weigh their daily catch. Call 410-289-9229 or visit WhiteMarlinOpen.com for more information.
Photo by Harry Powers
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Running Down a Dream
34th running of the Annapolis Ten Mile race takes to the streets.
The morning of August 30th will see nearly 5,000 runners hit the streets of Annapolis for a 10-mile run that weaves through the city, beginning and ending at Navy-Marine Corps Memorial Stadium. By 10 a.m., competitors will have crossed the finish line and the winners announced. For more information visit AnnapolisStriders.org.
Celebrate the State
The Old Line State is the star during the “11 Best Days of Summer.”
The largest fair in all the land, the Maryland State Fair begins August 28th, continuing through September 7th. Since its origins in 1878, the fair has pleased patrons with Maryland’s delicious bounty (food and drink), livestock demonstrations, Mayfair rides, live entertainment, and oh-so-much more. For a complete schedule of events visit MarylandStateFair.com or call 410-252-0200.
Fast as Lightning
Fastest boats in the world blast through Kent Narrows.
Powerful hydroplanes that reach speeds over 100 m.p.h. will race on the waters located off the grounds of the Kent Island Yacht Club in Chester during the 19th Annual Thunder on the Narrows, August 1st–2nd. It’s roaring fun for the entire family with additional entertainment and food. Visit KentNarrowsRacing.com or call 410
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