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USNA Commissioning Week

United States Naval Academy

Each year, approximately 1,000 midshipmen graduate from the U.S. Naval Academy and receive their commissions as officers in the U.S. Navy or Marine Corps. On Monday, cheer on members of the class of 2019 as they attempt to climb the Herndon Monument. Traditionally, the Blue Angels’ flight rehearsal is on Tuesday and the Blue Angels’ flight demonstration is on Wednesday. On Thursday, catch the Color Parade at Worden Field. Friday is commissioning day. Commissioning week will take place May 19-26.

Family Tree Fridays

Galesville Community Center 916 West Benning Road, Galesville

Explore your family roots at the Galesville Community Center. Learn about your genealogy, trace your family roots, celebrate your family tree, and celebrate your heritage. These workshops are fun for the whole family! Space is limited so reserve your seat today. Contact: Gertrude Makell 410-703-0610 Workshops are made possible by Four Rivers Heritage Area.  

Singing and Praying Bands of the Chesapeake Region

Asbury United Methodist Church 87 West Street, Annapolis

Join the Women's Day Conference Committee at Asbury United Methodist Church of Annapolis as they kick off the Conference weekend with possibly the oldest African American Tradition in America - The Singing and Praying Bands of the Delmarva. Led by Reverend Jerry Colbert of John Wesley United Methodist Church of Annapolis, this sacred tradition continues in the Chesapeake region.  Once practiced by thousands the numbers of participants are between 40 - 50 members. Come out and witness this tradition of musical ministry, no instruments, only a Capella, created hundreds of years...