Events

Jazz vocalist Lena Seikaly has been named by the Washington Post as “one of Washington’s preeminent jazz singers” and “brightest voices in jazz”. An alum of the Betty Carter Jazz Ahead and Jazz Aspen Snowmass programs, Seikaly was also one of eleven semi-finalists for the prestigious 2015 Thelonious Monk Institute International Jazz Vocals Competition in L.A. Come experience for yourself why Lena Seikaly is considered one of the best jazz vocalists around. Cocktails & hors d’oeuvres served in the theatre!

With Easton’s historic Waterfowl Building again remade with concert staging and lighting and a crystal- clear audio system, music lovers can enjoy some of the world’s finest jazz musicians in three shows as Jazz Alive renews it summer concert series!   The second concert of the Jazz Alive Summer Concert Series takes place on July 30, 2022 with Philadelphia-based vocalist Joanna Pascale, who insists that she cannot perform a song unless she can connect personally with its lyrics. But once she’s found that connection, there’s no one who can better convey the emotion of those words more directly and intimately than Pascale. A singer of sophisticated taste, profound expressiveness, and raw emotion, Pascale is also a gifted educator who is a member of the vocal faculty at both Temple University and the University of Pennsylvania.   The Waterfowl Building is at 40 South Harrison Street in Easton, Maryland.  Tickets are $48 and available at jazz-alive.org or at the door the day of the event. Students attend free with a Student ID. A cash bar will be available. Proceeds from ticket and concession sales support Jazz Alive’s mission of providing educational support in developing future artists and preserving this great art form through school and community programs.

Patrick Alban and his band perform world music at its best!   Their spirited sound is a zesty combination of Latin and acoustic rock with a touch of salsa and a South Beach feel. Alban’s repertoire includes Brazilian sambas, Cuban music, tangos, boleros, salsa, blues, Gypsy Kings, and The Buena Vista Social Club, just to name a few.   You can find Patrick Alban & Noche Latina performing on Harrison Street between Dover and Goldsborough Streets. 

Join the Easton Police Department for music, food and more! The pool will be open so bring a towel. There will also be face painting and magic to entertain as well as a special speaker.

While it has been 70 years since the last Claiborne ferry connected Talbot County with the far side of the Chesapeake, the legacy of those days is still with us.  Claiborne’s multiple ferry lines – there were five of them over the decades serving four different destinations – literally put the town on the map. This lecture will describe the history of the Claiborne ferries: how they were generated initially by a political tug-of-war between Baltimore and Philadelphia, how Eastern Shore politicians used their statewide leadership positions to solidify Claiborne’s role, and how the ferry lines were shaped and ultimately made obsolete by technical revolutions in ground transport. It will also illustrate how the evidence of Claiborne’s days as a major ferry and rail hub can still be found all around us — if you know where to look. Lecturer Marty Bollinger is a retired management consultant and amateur historian, now residing in Claiborne. He has always had an interest in naval and maritime history and has published three books and several articles on the subject. His publishers have included the Naval Institute Press and the World Ship Society. The lecture is free for members and $5.00 for non members. Call 410-822-0773 or email for your reservation.

Originally formed in Ohio back in the ‘70s (and later adopted in Maryland as “The Beatles of Baltimore”), this beloved progressive rock band is still going strong with their unique balance of artfully experimental and methodically structured rock-n-roll.   Likening Crack the Sky to Steely Dan and the Tubes, Rolling Stone has called the band’s musical output “impeccable”, dubbing founding member John Palumbo’s lead vocals “chameleonlike, resembling Ian Hunter’s and Bowie’s.”

Hummingbird Inn will be celebrating it’s 5th Anniversary on August 6th!   Join Hummingbird as they mark this momentous occasion with an open yard event from from 4 p.m. – 7 p.m. There will be a special toast followed by a cake cutting at 5:30 p.m. and then the party continues on from there. There will also be a live performance from Black Dog Alley as well as refreshments and a cash bar. 

The Chandler Travis Philharmonic is a 9-piece ensemble from Boston and Cape Cod that includes a horn section, string bass, keyboard, mandocello, guitar, drums, accordion, and singing valet. It’s possible they might be the missing link between the Kinks and Sun Ra, so don't miss out!   You can find Chandler Travis Philharmonic performing on Harrison Street between Dover and Goldsborough Streets.

Join Talbot Interfaith Shelter as they officially cut the ribbon on their new shelter for single men and women, Evelyn's Place! There will be light refreshments served and wonderful company. Hope to see you there!

The Hummingbird Inn is once again hosting the Bushels & Brews in downtown Easton! A feast for all your senses, this all you can eat event has scrumptious crabs sourced by LNT Seafood in Preston, MD, and steamed at the inn. Traditional Maryland crab feast sides of steamed red potatoes and corn-on-the-cob are sure to please. You’ll need something to quench your thirst (hello Old Bay!), and Hummingbird Inn never disappoints. In addition to complimentary bottled water, there is also a cash bar serving soft drinks, beer, red & white sangria, and the summertime favorite, orange crushes. The Hummingbird Inn summer crab feast series is always held under a tent on their lovely grounds, with local musicians filling the air with the sounds of summer. This All-You-Can-Eat Crab Feast is $70 for adults & $50 for children 12 and under (Includes 1 Free Drink). August 13th will feature live Music by Jayme D!

According to DownBeat magazine, Roomful of Blues “are in a class by themselves.” With their masterful combination of jumping, horn-heavy, hard-edged blues and R&B, it’s no wonder why the great Count Basie called them “the hottest blues band I ever heard.”   You can find Roomful of Blues performing on Harrison Street between Dover and Goldsborough Streets.