First Fridays are happening in Leonardtown!
Friday, February 3, 2012
5 to 8 PM
Fall in Love with the Merchants of Leonardtown
5 to 8 PM
Fall in Love with the Merchants of Leonardtown
First Friday is made possible by these businesses and other LBA members:
Bella Music School, Big Larry's Comic Book Café, Brewing Grounds, Café des Artistes, Craft Guild Shop, Colleen's Dream, College of Southern Maryland, Crazy for Ewe, Fenwick Street Used Books and Music, Fuzzy Farmer's Market , Good Earth Natural Foods, The Shops of Maryland Antiques Center, Creekside Gallery, Kevin's Corner Kafé, Leonardtown Arts Center, Leonardtown Galleria, Leonardtown Grill, Lynn's Café and Catering, Montparnasse Gallery and Gifts, North End Gallery, Oga's Asian Cuisine, Olde Town Pub, Olde Towne Stitchery, On A Roll, Port of Leonardtown Winery, Rustic River Bar and Grill, Quality Street Kitchens, Shelby's Creative Framing, St. Mary's Macaroni Kid, The Farmer's Daughter Cupcakes, The Front Porch, Treadles Studio,
Ye Olde Towne Café
Ye Olde Towne Café
What's on the schedule for February:
BIG LARRY'S COMIC BOOK CAFE- 22745 Washington Street
Big Larry's Comic Book Café would like to thank all our great customers, old and new. Come out and enjoy our delicious Nathan's hot dogs and smoked sausages. We also have a new chili selection, and hot chocolate to help stave off the cold! We hope to see you!
BIG LARRY'S COMIC BOOK CAFE- 22745 Washington Street
Big Larry's Comic Book Café would like to thank all our great customers, old and new. Come out and enjoy our delicious Nathan's hot dogs and smoked sausages. We also have a new chili selection, and hot chocolate to help stave off the cold! We hope to see you!
BREWING GROUNDS- 41658 Fenwick Street
Live music with Harmony Grit from 6PM to 8PM, and 10% discounts on food and beverage purchases.
Live music with Harmony Grit from 6PM to 8PM, and 10% discounts on food and beverage purchases.
CAFE DES ARTISTES- 41655 Fenwick Street
Live Music and Dinner Specials
Leonardtown's original neighborhood bistro with French Country Charm, a casual and friendly atmosphere, fine food and excellent service. Creative, comforting dishes are Classic French with an American flair and pair perfectly with the great variety of wines from Leonardtown to France, and al fresco dining available on our quaint patio sidewalk!
Leonardtown's original neighborhood bistro with French Country Charm, a casual and friendly atmosphere, fine food and excellent service. Creative, comforting dishes are Classic French with an American flair and pair perfectly with the great variety of wines from Leonardtown to France, and al fresco dining available on our quaint patio sidewalk!
CRAFT GUILD SHOP- 26005 Point Lookout Road (next to Maryland Antiques Center)
Featured artisans for February are Toni and Dave Hockenbrought of La Plata, MD. They bring to the Shop's assortment of many handmade item, crocheted winter hats and scarves, warm afghans, lap and baby blankets, floral and greenery arrangements, nautical items and painted signs.
The Craft Guild Shop offers traditional and contemporary crafts by local artisans and handcrafters. Many of these items are one-of-a-kind. Various classes offered. Call 301-997-1644 or visit our website, www.craftguildshop.com.
Featured artisans for February are Toni and Dave Hockenbrought of La Plata, MD. They bring to the Shop's assortment of many handmade item, crocheted winter hats and scarves, warm afghans, lap and baby blankets, floral and greenery arrangements, nautical items and painted signs.
The Craft Guild Shop offers traditional and contemporary crafts by local artisans and handcrafters. Many of these items are one-of-a-kind. Various classes offered. Call 301-997-1644 or visit our website, www.craftguildshop.com.
FENWICK STREET USED BOOKS and MUSIC- 41655A Fenwick Street
Special guests and fun reading treasures.
Special guests and fun reading treasures.
FUZZY FARMERS MARKET – 22696 Washington Street
If you're looking for unique, high quality items to give or to keep, you’ve come to the right place. Indulge yourself with handmade goat’s milk soap and unique jewelry. Then fill your home with locally made blankets and baskets, kitchen towels and textiles. There’s fun and funky fiber art along with felted figurines of farm animals and fairies. We have handspun yarn and dyed fiber ready to knit, crochet, spin, and felt.
GOOD EARTH NATURAL FOODS- 41675 Park Ave
Come to The Good Earth for some healthy lifestyle tips. Robert of Hydros will be on hand to show off the new water bottle design that benefits Operation Hydros. Plus, Dr. Dent returns in our demo kitchen offering her popular Complimentary Posture Screenings. Learn more about our February guests, visit www.HydrosBottle.com and www.HarborBayChiropractic.com.
Come to The Good Earth for some healthy lifestyle tips. Robert of Hydros will be on hand to show off the new water bottle design that benefits Operation Hydros. Plus, Dr. Dent returns in our demo kitchen offering her popular Complimentary Posture Screenings. Learn more about our February guests, visit www.HydrosBottle.com and www.HarborBayChiropractic.com.
CREEKSIDE GALLERY- (in Maryland Antiques Center)
“Local Treasures” will continue this month featuring the watercolor paintings of Sue Stevenson, who is well known for her capture of Southern Maryland’s local seascapes and landscapes. There is always a story with each painting that connects the piece with the history of the area. The gallery will also begin its “Historic Southern Maryland Show,” displaying the works of many other local artists in variety of mediums. Beautiful wood works will be displayed along with decorative gourds and hand crafted jewelry.
LEONARDTOWN ARTS CENTER- Court Square BLDG, 2nd floor, 22660 Washington St.
The art center is the newest addition to the lively Leonardtown arts scene. Come visit local artists in their studios working on their craft. Painters, sculptors, jewelers and more.
The art center is the newest addition to the lively Leonardtown arts scene. Come visit local artists in their studios working on their craft. Painters, sculptors, jewelers and more.
LEONARDTOWN GALLERIA- (in Maryland Antiques Center)
More than 80 fine arts creations, including paintings in oil, acrylic and watercolor, sculpture, woodwork, porcelain tile creations and jewelry. The Galleria is open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm seven days a week. The Leonardtown Galleria is managed by members of the Color & Light Society of southern Maryland. The gallery features art works by 15 members of the Color and Light group and one guest artist. In the coming months, the Galleria plans to have special guest shows, classes and workshops.
For more information, call Carole Thieme at 410-394-0326.
More than 80 fine arts creations, including paintings in oil, acrylic and watercolor, sculpture, woodwork, porcelain tile creations and jewelry. The Galleria is open 10:00 am – 5:00 pm seven days a week. The Leonardtown Galleria is managed by members of the Color & Light Society of southern Maryland. The gallery features art works by 15 members of the Color and Light group and one guest artist. In the coming months, the Galleria plans to have special guest shows, classes and workshops.
For more information, call Carole Thieme at 410-394-0326.
Montparnasse Gallery and Gifts is a venue that showcases contemporary works of art by regional, national, and international artists. The mission of Montparnasse is to display and promote artists, poets and musicians, meanwhile providing a comfortable environment where artists and visitors are free to dialogue. We are committed to building community bonds by celebrating cultural diversity, and encouraging creative expression. Montparnasse promises to provide affordable items, demonstrations and events.
Regular business hours, Thurs-Sunday 1-6 pm, open later on Fridays 301-247-1119
The "Made in Maryland" show will run from Jan 31st through Feb. 26th.
We are one of the designated drop off locations for Operation Valentine. Drop off your care package donation items any time between Jan 30 and Feb 3. Items collected will be packed into care packages to be shipped to Pax River military currently deployed overseas.
North End Gallery offers unique gifts from 32 of Southern Maryland's best artists and artisans. Treat yourself or someone you love to a hand made treasure from your community.
Regular business hours, Thurs-Sunday 1-6 pm, open later on Fridays 301-247-1119
NORTH END GALLERY- 41652 Fenwick Street
Fall in love with Maryland art during our special invitational show titled, "Made in Maryland". Invited guest artists as well as North End Gallery members will present work connected to our state of Maryland. Art pieces will depict Maryland or will have been created in Maryland. We will also emphasize local foods with a reception featuring local treats made by Chef Loic from the Cafe des Artist and local buffalo from Dick Wildes. Enjoy Kale Chips from Paulk Family Farm and Christina Allen will contribute eggs and sweet potatoes. Wine from the Port of Leonardtown Winery will be served.
The "Made in Maryland" show will run from Jan 31st through Feb. 26th.
Relax after work, meet with friends, or come watch the big game on our giant 60-inch plasma TV. We offer 14 beers on tap, your favorite mixed drinks using only premium spirits, and popular wines. In addition, we have tasty appetizers and great meals for the entire family. Our traditional décor offers a welcoming atmosphere whether you’re celebrating a big event or winding down after a day at work. We look forward to serving you at the most popular nightspot in Southern Maryland.
PORT OF LEONARDTOWN WINERY- 23190 Newtowne Neck Road
PORT OF LEONARDTOWN WINERY- 23190 Newtowne Neck Road
We are one of the designated drop off locations for Operation Valentine. Drop off your care package donation items any time between Jan 30 and Feb 3. Items collected will be packed into care packages to be shipped to Pax River military currently deployed overseas.
Local wine, art and local music make for a great evening! For more information and instant updates, see our website or like us on Facebook.
RUSTIC RIVER BAR AND GRILL- 40874 Merchant's Lane (Route 5)
Local wine, art and local music make for a great evening! For more information and instant updates, see our website or like us on Facebook.
RUSTIC RIVER BAR AND GRILL- 40874 Merchant's Lane (Route 5)
Dinner specials and live entertainment.
ST. MARY'S MACARONI KID -
Drop by and show First Friday and our military troops some love. Make a special Valentine card to be inserted into care packages prepared for military members from Pax River deployed overseas! We're proud to be coordinating efforts as part of Operation Valentine. Our craft table is always FREE for kids! St. Mary's Macaroni Kid is a free weekly e-newsletter and website offering all the kid and family friendly events in the county. Look for us inside Ye Olde Towne Café. www.stmarys.macaronikid.com
THE FRONT PORCH- 22770 Washington Street
Drop by and show First Friday and our military troops some love. Make a special Valentine card to be inserted into care packages prepared for military members from Pax River deployed overseas! We're proud to be coordinating efforts as part of Operation Valentine. Our craft table is always FREE for kids! St. Mary's Macaroni Kid is a free weekly e-newsletter and website offering all the kid and family friendly events in the county. Look for us inside Ye Olde Towne Café. www.stmarys.macaronikid.com
THE FRONT PORCH- 22770 Washington Street
An intimate restaurant featuring creative American Cuisine. Set within the Sterling House, we offer casual dining in a cozy atmosphere. The menu includes a broad selection of starters, soups, sandwiches, salads, and entrees. We offer daily specials, feature seasonal ingredients, local produce, and boast an ever changing dessert menu. The "back room" at The Front Porch showcases over 40 varieties of wine, while our bar presents Specialty Drinks, Boutique Beer, along with traditional cocktails.
YE OLDE TOWNE CAFE- 22865 Washington Street
YE OLDE TOWNE CAFE- 22865 Washington Street
We are one of the designated drop off locations for Operation Valentine. Drop off your care package donation items any time between Jan 30 and Feb 3. Items collected will be packed into care packages to be shipped to Pax River military currently deployed overseas. Enjoy Home Cooking with a freshly made dessert at a reasonable price. Free crafts for kids with Macaroni Kid!
BELLA MUSIC SCHOOL 41635 Fenwick Street
CHEZ NOUS -- Fenwick Street 240-538-4571 Mon - Sat 10AM - 6PM, Sun 12PM - 4PM
Unique hand made one of a kind fine jewelry by Balbina Meyer (Art in Wire) Jewelry Designer. Artisan chocolates, handcrafted in Baltimore for German chocolatier Albert Kirchmayr.
THE SHOPS OF MARYLAND ANTIQUES CENTER- 26005 Point Lookout Road
KEVIN'S CORNER KAFE- 41565 Park Avenue
LEONARDTOWN GRILL- 25470 Point Lookout Road
OGA'S ASIAN CUISINE- 22745 Washington Street
ON A ROLL- For current specials visit www.onarollhotdogs.com
SHELBY'S CREATIVE FRAMING- 26005 Point Lookout Road
The Willows Restaurant! 24509 Point Lookout Rd. RT 5, Leonardtown
THE FARMER'S DAUGHTER CUPCAKES
WHITE RABBIT CHILDREN'S BOOKSTORE- 25470 Point Lookout Road
Please visit these other LBA members
websites for specials and participation:
CHEZ NOUS -- Fenwick Street 240-538-4571 Mon - Sat 10AM - 6PM, Sun 12PM - 4PM
Unique hand made one of a kind fine jewelry by Balbina Meyer (Art in Wire) Jewelry Designer. Artisan chocolates, handcrafted in Baltimore for German chocolatier Albert Kirchmayr.
CRAZY FOR EWE- 22715 Washington Street- home of quality yarns and stylish designs.
THE SHOPS OF MARYLAND ANTIQUES CENTER- 26005 Point Lookout Road
KEVIN'S CORNER KAFE- 41565 Park Avenue
LEONARDTOWN GRILL- 25470 Point Lookout Road
OGA'S ASIAN CUISINE- 22745 Washington Street
ON A ROLL- For current specials visit www.onarollhotdogs.com
QUALITY STREET KITCHENS- 41675 Fenwick Street
SHELBY'S CREATIVE FRAMING- 26005 Point Lookout Road
The Willows Restaurant! 24509 Point Lookout Rd. RT 5, Leonardtown
THE FARMER'S DAUGHTER CUPCAKES
WHITE RABBIT CHILDREN'S BOOKSTORE- 25470 Point Lookout Road
