Well, opening night was last night (5/19) but the Maryland Film Festival has lots of events, both virtual and in person, and dozens of films going on between now and next Thursday
https://mdfilmfest.com/2021-festival
Throughout May, check out the Gaithersburg Book Festival, virtual edition this year. With lots of books, author discussions and workshops.
https://www.gaithersburgbookfestival.org/
Knits and Pieces, behind the Wawa on Bestgate Rd has a couple knitting classes..
Starting Sat 5/22 - is the second in their Technique Classes called “A Series Of Hats”. Saturday deals with Cables utilizing Kelbourne Woolen’s “December Hat” forms as a base for the first hat class. In June there will be two Lace classes and July has two Short Rows and Mosaic Knitting classes.
https://knitsandpiecesofannapolis.com/collections/classes-events/products/technique-classes-a-series-of-hats
Their Learn to Knit Classes are back fro May, starting on Sunday 5/23. These semi-private sessions are held after hours and are limited to 4 individuals, safely distanced.
https://knitsandpiecesofannapolis.com/collections/classes-events/products/learn-to-knit-may-2021
Also, if you need some help, check out their Knit Coaching Sessions Mondays, Tuesdays and Wednesdays, at various times of day to best fit your schedule
https://knitsandpiecesofannapolis.com/collections/classes-events/products/knit-coaching
https://knitsandpiecesofannapolis.com/collections/classes-events
Willow Oak Flower and Herb Farm in Severn
Tues 5/22 - Dried Spring Wreath Workshop - Includes a mix of dried flowers and foliage to create a beautiful dried wreath.
https://willowoakherbs.com/classes/
Whole Foods - Annapolis
Whole Foods is back with some culinary programs.
Today Thur 5/20 - Half Pint Kids Club: English Muffin Donuts
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/half-pint-kids-club-english-muffin-donuts-tickets-151848110787?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Tomorrow Fri 5/21 - Everything Oranges in Italy Cooking Class & Bin 201 Wine Tasting
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/everything-oranges-in-italy-cooking-class-bin-201-wine-tasting-tickets-150104274927?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
Tue 5/18 - Half Pint Kids Club: Red, White and Blue Cupcakes
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/half-pint-kids-club-red-white-and-blue-cupcakes-tickets-152017200539?aff=ebdsoporgprofile
https://www.eventbrite.com/o/annapolis-culinary-center-16074389557
Local by Design
Sat/Sun 5/22-5/23 - Annapolis Artisans Market at their shop in the Design District off Chinquapin Round Rd.
https://www.facebook.com/events/303149394593403/
All their locations:
https://www.localbydesignannapolis.com/workshops
https://www.localbydesignannapolis.com/events/virtual-group-workshops
https://www.facebook.com/LocalbyDesignDowntownAnnapolis/
https://www.facebook.com/LocalbyDesignattheGallery
https://www.facebook.com/LocalByDesignAnnapolisMall
Art Farm - Annapolis
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules
https://www.facebook.com/artfarmannapolis
https://www.artfarmannapolis.com/
Registration is open for their Summer semester which starts in June. There are classes for kids as young as 8 going all the way up to adult classes.
This week…
Sat 5/22 - First Exposure: Digital Photography Workshop
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/225403?day=2021-05-22&view=cal&source=camps
Sat 5/22 - Introduction to Batik fabric art
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/225322-introduction-to-batik-adults?day=2021-05-22&view=cal&source=camps
Sun 5/23 - Ukranian Egg Decorating aka Pysanky
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/203375?day=2021-05-23&view=cal&source=camps
.. and their spring semester continues with...
Today 5/20 - Beginner Photograph for ages 12-16
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/201506-beginner-photography-ages-12-16?source=semester
Tomorrow 5/21 - Virtual Cartoon Workshop for ages 12-16
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/203174-virtual-cartoon-workshop-ages-12-16?source=semester
Sat 5/22 - Doodle Mania with Charlies Lawrence of FinArt, for ages 8-12
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/200902-doodle-mania-with-charles-lawrance-ages-8-12?source=semester
Mon 5/24 - Beginner Drawing for ages 8-11
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/201477-beginner-drawing-ages-8-11?source=semester
Tues 5/25 - Graphic Design for ages 12-16
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/201487-graphic-design-ages-12-16?source=semester
Wed 5/26 - Mixed Media & Sculpture for ages 8-11 and another session for ages 12-16
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/203157-mixed-media-sculpture-ages-8-11?source=semester
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/203165-mixed-media-ages-12-16?source=semester
Also check out Art Farm’s Student Union Open Studio - for small groups of kids to use ArtFarm Studios space to create their own work and socialize with other young artists.
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/204058-student-union-open-studio?source=semester
https://www.hisawyer.com/artfarm-annapolis/schedules/activity-set/204062-student-union-open-studio?source=semester
AACPL
...has a bunch of programs going on online if you head over to aacpl.net and click on Watch Online - Virtual Programming
https://aacpl.librarycalendar.com/events/upcoming?library_branch%5B346%5D=346&submit=Apply&form_id=lc_calendar_upcoming_form
Today/Tomorrow/Sat 5/20-5/22 - Riviera Beach Library - Take and Make: Hawaiian Lei
https://aacpl.librarycalendar.com/events/take-and-make-hawaiian-lei
Today Thu 5/20 - Prepare and Share Virtual Cookbook and Recipe Club: Let’s Talk Bread
https://aacpl.librarycalendar.com/events/prepare-and-share-virtual-cookbook-and-recipe-club-lets-talk-bread
Tomorrow 5/21 - Discoveries (the library at the mall) is having a Pre-K Art Party
https://aacpl.librarycalendar.com/events/discoveries-pre-k-art-party-2
Also check out their various book clubs, story times, trivia nights, and specialty programs like the AAMC Bloodmobile, A Chalk in the Park, Let’s Go Fly A Kite, Podcast Lovers Club, Virtual Dementia Live Workshop, Purge to Clear Out! Home organization/clutter clearing, Ask a Lawyer and more!
Unallocated Space - Severn
Tonight 5/20 - Virtual Happy Hour
https://www.meetup.com/Unallocated-Space/events/llfsdsycchbbc/
Tomorrow 5/21 - Virtual Amateur Radio Night
https://www.meetup.com/Unallocated-Space/events/gnrkfsycchbcc/
Tomorrow - 5/21 - Virtual DC443 Hack The Box Working Group - honing cybersecurity skills in a fun and social environment
https://www.meetup.com/Unallocated-Space/events/wzcmwrycchbcc/
Mon 5/24 - Project Night - Following proper social distancing and mask guidelines, join UAS for their project night.
https://www.meetup.com/Unallocated-Space/events/wvtwxrycchbgc/
Annapolis Makerspace
Tues 5/25 - Monthly General Meeting, both virtual and in-person for anyone who wants to check out the shop or new members who need orientation.
https://www.meetup.com/Annapolis-Makerspace/events/qwzwgsycchbhc/