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Sunday, July 7

Annapolis Harbor & U.S. Naval Academy Cruise: 11 a.m.-7 p.m., Annapolis City Dock, One Dock St., Annapolis. 410-268-7601. watermarkjourney.com. Step aboard Harbor Queen for narrated cruise of Annapolis Harbor and banks of the U.S. Naval Academy. Check website for time slots. $10-$25.

Skipjack Wilma Lee Heritage Cruises: 1-3 p.m., Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park, 723 Second St., Annapolis. 410-295-0104. amaritime.org. Explore Annapolis’s maritime history and Chesapeake Bay ecology on guided cruise. Complimentary water available onboard. $20-$50.

Odenton Heritage Society July Jubilation: 1-4 p.m., Odenton Heritage Society, 1367 Odenton Road, Odenton. 410-674-2677. odentonheritage.org. Exploration of religious organizations in early 20th century Odenton. Red, white and blue ice cream; guided bus tour to Woodwardville with tours of 1882 Trinity United Methodist Church and cemetery. Other religious landmarks and history explained along the way. Tour leaves at 2 p.m. and lasts approximately one hour. Pre-register for tour through email odentonheritage@gmail.com or Facebook page.

Monday, July 8

Art & Story Time with Mrs. Spears: 10:30-11 a.m., The Chesapeake Children’s Museum, 25 Silopanna Road, Annapolis. 410-990-1993. theccm.org. Interactive reading with Mrs. Spears and her puppet, Puppy. Age-appropriate crafts and other activities for children accompanied by adults. $8.

On-Camera Audition Technique Workshop — Nikki Crawford/Compass Rose Theater: 6-9 p.m., Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. 410-980-6662. givebutter.com. Intensive two-day workshop led by actress Nikki Crawford. Course provides skills and knowledge needed to approach television, film and theatre production auditions confidently. $200.

Tuesday, July 9

Golden Knights Chess Club: 4-9 p.m., Whole Foods Market Parole Town Center, 200 Harker Place, Annapolis. 410-227-5854. Players of all levels are welcome for friendly games. Free.

Wednesday, July 10

Wednesday Night Races Watch Party: 5:30-7:30 p.m., Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park, 723 Second St., Annapolis. 410-295-0104. amaritime.org. Watch 2024 Wednesday Night Racing season aboard historic skipjack Wilma Lee. Complimentary beverages. Onboard color commentator keeps you updated on all ongoing race tactics. $75.

Thursday, July 11

Creek Critters Nature Walk: 10:30-11 a.m., The Chesapeake Children’s Museum, 25 Silopanna Road, Annapolis. 410-990-1993. theccm.org. $5-$8.

Sunset Cruises Aboard the Wilma Lee: 6:30-8:30 p.m., Annapolis Maritime Museum & Park, 723 Second St., Annapolis. 410-295-0104. amaritime.org. Cruise enjoying the golden hour on Chesapeake Bay. Includes complimentary beverages. $75.

Friday, July 12

Almost 7:30 Democratic Breakfast Club — Lisa Rodvien: 7:30-9 a.m., Eastport Democratic Club, 525 State St., Annapolis. 443-481-9856. Lisa Rodvien, County Council, District 6, speaks at 8 a.m. Come early for coffee, bagels and conversation. $5.

Social Bridge on Fridays: 10 a.m.-noon, Captain Avery Museum, 1418 E. West Shady Side Road, Shady Side. 410-867-4486. captainaverymuseum.org. John Wakeman-Linn, American Contract Bridge League (ACBL) Certified Instructor, leads games of Bridge. All materials provided. Not a class, players should have some experience. Free.

Saturday, July 13

Revolutionary London Town: 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Historic London Town and Gardens, 839 Londontown Road, Edgewater. 410-222-1919. historiclondontown.org. Explore what “independence” meant for people of London Town in 1776. Meet colonial Marine or militia member, enjoy crafts and games, and talk with costumed historic interpreters. Food trucks available. $0-$11.

Day on the Bay to St. Michaels Cruise: 10 a.m.-5:30 p.m., Annapolis City Dock, One Dock St., Annapolis. 410-268-7601. watermarkjourney.com. Cruise across Chesapeake Bay to St. Michaels on Eastern Shore. One complimentary non-alcoholic beverage included. Admission to Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum is included. $45-$118.

Annapolis Sunset Cruise: 7:30-8:30 p.m., Annapolis City, One Dock St., Annapolis. 410-268-7601. watermarkjourney.com. Watch sunset and see lights of Annapolis Harbor. Beverages and snacks are available for purchase. $18-$35.

Annapolis Parrothead Benefit for Barnett-Searing National Cancer Foundation: 8 p.m., Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre, 143 Compromise St., Annapolis. 443-813-1523. annapolisparrotheadclub.org. Benefit performance of Jimmy Buffet’s Escape To Margaritaville, presented by Annapolis Summer Garden Theatre. Benefits Barnett-Searing National Cancer Foundation, serving persons and families dealing with female cancers. $50.

Sunday, July 14