There’s plenty to do in the Chesapeake this weekend, from celebrating National Book Lover’s Day to a Caribbean food and culture festival!
Summer Teen Lock-In
Aug. 8, 5:30-7:30 p.m.
Annapolis Library | 1410 West St., Annapolis, MD 21401
When the lights go out, the fun begins at the Annapolis Library! This end-of-summer party for teens will feature snacks, crafts, games and more. It’s a great way to send off the summer before heading back to school.
Free | aacpl.net

National Book Lover’s Day at the Benson-Hammond House
Aug. 9, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Benson-Hammond House | 7101 Aviation Blvd., Linthicum, MD 21090
Learn something new about local history at the Benson-Hammond House! For National Book Lover’s Day, there will be a sale on books written by local authors. Visitors can also take a tour of this historic farmhouse museum.
$7 for adults, $3 for youths, free for kids | aachs.org
Afro Soca Wine, Food & Music Festival
Aug. 9, 1-8 p.m.
Anne Arundel County Fairgrounds | 1450 Generals Hwy., Crownsville, MD 21032
Sample foods from a wide variety of local vendors at this food and wine festival! There will also be live Caribbean music. Attendees are encouraged to bring their own chairs and blankets.
$33.85 | socawinefest.com


