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USNA Commissioning Week May 23-27

Each year, approximately 1,000 midshipmen graduate and receive their commissions from the U.S. Naval Academy. Witness the traditions and history of the week. Watch the Blue Angels fly high over the Severn River on Wednesday. Grab seats along the Academy … Continue reading

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Annapolis’ Wednesday Night Sailboat Races

Annapolis famed Wednesday Night Sailboat Races kick off this month. Grab a dockside seat for the midweek races where some 150 boats sail around several marks in the Bay before heading back into Spa Creek for the finish in front … Continue reading

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Book Expo in NY

If you live anywhere near New York and you like to read, you would enjoy the opportunity to check out all the new books at Book Expo America, happening at the Jacob K. Javits Center in New York, NY on … Continue reading

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Bronx Week: Fair @ the Westchester Square Saturday, May 14

Stop by this third annual multicultural celebration and enjoy the ArtWalk guided tours, music, crafts and arts shows, storytelling for kids, carnival games, food, vendors and more. Westchester Square  May 14 noon-6 http://www.ilovethebronx.com/

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Lumbee Spring Powwow in NC

The ‘Dance of the Spring Moon’ powwow is happening on May 6-8 in Lumberton, NC. There will be many exciting activities to see and enjoy. Some examples are the Family Event, American Indian arts & crafts, traditional foods, and finally singers and dancers … Continue reading

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Georgia On My Mind Event on May 13

The Georgia Visitors Center’s annual special event “Georgia On My Mind Day” on Friday, May 13th at the Georgia Visitors Center. Activities for the day include live entertainment, cokes, hot dogs, popcorn, rock shrimp, crawfish etouffee, cookies, arts and craft … Continue reading

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Petersburg, VA Friday Night is for the Arts

Every second Friday Old Town Petersburg, VA (Exit 52) stays open late (6-10 pm) and becomes a strolling wonderland of art works. Many venues including art galleries, restaurants, stores, etc. have gotten caught up in the event, offering opening receptions … Continue reading

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We all scream for ice cream

It’s fun for anyone of any age to stop for real ice cream at Hodgie’s Too!, a 19-year old stand run by a husband and wife team. The ice cream is made here, and even though they have a repertoire … Continue reading

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Pets at the Annual Dover Days Festival May 6-8

Pets are celebrated at the Annual Dover Days Festival in Kent County, Delaware happening May 6-8, 2011. The Dover Days Pet Parade features a judged competition for the cutest pet, best costume, best Dover Days theme, best group, and best … Continue reading

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Get Broadway tickets by lottery

To make tickets more affordable to students and other theatregoers on a budget, many Broadway shows have implemented rush, lottery, and standing-room-only (SRO) policies. Anyone willing to wake up and get to the box office early, spend some time in … Continue reading

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