https://chestertownspy.org Nonpartisan and Education-based News for Chestertown Fri, 02 May 2025 12:04:19 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.7.1 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/02/chesapeake-film-festivals-new-president-shares-her-excitement-for-upcoming-season-early-bird-tickets-now-available-free-screenings-continue-in-may/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/02/chesapeake-film-festivals-new-president-shares-her-excitement-for-upcoming-season-early-bird-tickets-now-available-free-screenings-continue-in-may/#respond Fri, 02 May 2025 10:00:05 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/02/chesapeake-film-festivals-new-president-shares-her-excitement-for-upcoming-season-early-bird-tickets-now-available-free-screenings-continue-in-may/ The new President of the Chesapeake Film Festival, “CFF”, wants us to know she is thrilled about the Festival’s upcoming season!  Irene A. Magafan, a celebrated independent filmmaker herself, is a past and current member of the organization’s programming committee, which reviews and selects from hundreds of submissions from around the world each year.  As […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/05/02/chesapeake-film-festivals-new-president-shares-her-excitement-for-upcoming-season-early-bird-tickets-now-available-free-screenings-continue-in-may/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/23/the-chesapeake-screen-a-chat-with-new-chesapeake-film-festival-president-irene-magafan/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/23/the-chesapeake-screen-a-chat-with-new-chesapeake-film-festival-president-irene-magafan/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:36:49 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/23/the-chesapeake-screen-a-chat-with-new-chesapeake-film-festival-president-irene-magafan/ Editor’s note: The Spy has proudly supported the Chesapeake Film Festival since 2010. Over the past fifteen years, we’ve explored various ways to share with our Mid-Shore readers just how fortunate we are to have a festival that consistently delivers thoughtful, engaging, and artistically rich programming. This year, we’re expanding that commitment by co-producing a […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/23/the-chesapeake-screen-a-chat-with-new-chesapeake-film-festival-president-irene-magafan/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/01/chesapeake-film-festivals-18th-film-festival-is-now-open-for-submissions/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/01/chesapeake-film-festivals-18th-film-festival-is-now-open-for-submissions/#respond Tue, 01 Apr 2025 10:00:50 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/01/chesapeake-film-festivals-18th-film-festival-is-now-open-for-submissions/ The CFF is pleased to announce that it has received a prestigious grant from the Shared Earth Foundation for 2025 operations and programming. This important funding will help the CFF feature many distinguished environmental filmmakers in this year’s lineup, including films by Sandy Cannon-Brown, Dave Harp, Maggie Stogner, The Nature Conservancy, and CFF president Irene […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/04/01/chesapeake-film-festivals-18th-film-festival-is-now-open-for-submissions/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/01/prestigious-2025-grants-awarded-to-chesapeake-film-festival/ https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/01/prestigious-2025-grants-awarded-to-chesapeake-film-festival/#respond Wed, 01 Jan 2025 11:00:40 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/01/prestigious-2025-grants-awarded-to-chesapeake-film-festival/ Prestigious Maryland Humanities SHINE Grant and Artistic Insights Fund Grant Awarded to Chesapeake Film Festival The Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) is proud to announce that it has been awarded the prestigious Maryland Humanities SHINE Grant highlighting the festival’s commitment to fostering cultural enrichment and storytelling through film and film-related events. The acronym stands for Strengthening the Humanities Investment […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2025/01/01/prestigious-2025-grants-awarded-to-chesapeake-film-festival/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/04/chesapeake-film-festival-shares-insider-highlights-of-upcoming-films-and-events-by-gayle-matthei/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/04/chesapeake-film-festival-shares-insider-highlights-of-upcoming-films-and-events-by-gayle-matthei/#respond Wed, 04 Sep 2024 10:00:38 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=179016 After over 16 years, what makes the upcoming Chesapeake Film Festival in historic downtown Easton so unique?  We asked Cid Collins Walker, the Festival’s Executive and Artistic Director to share some insider highlights: “Every year we task our Programming Committee with reviewing and rating hundreds of film submissions – this year over 200 films from 15 […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/04/chesapeake-film-festival-shares-insider-highlights-of-upcoming-films-and-events-by-gayle-matthei/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/01/chesapeake-film-festival-shares-insider-highlights-of-upcoming-films-and-events/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/01/chesapeake-film-festival-shares-insider-highlights-of-upcoming-films-and-events/#respond Sun, 01 Sep 2024 10:00:32 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/01/chesapeake-film-festival-shares-insider-highlights-of-upcoming-films-and-events/ After over 16 years, what makes the upcoming Chesapeake Film Festival in historic downtown Easton so unique?  We asked Cid Collins Walker, the Festival’s Executive and Artistic Director to share some insider highlights: “Every year we task our Programming Committee with reviewing and rating hundreds of film submissions – this year over 200 films from 15 […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/09/01/chesapeake-film-festival-shares-insider-highlights-of-upcoming-films-and-events/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/31/chesapeake-film-festival-to-feature-independent-films-and-events-in-september/ https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/31/chesapeake-film-festival-to-feature-independent-films-and-events-in-september/#respond Wed, 31 Jul 2024 10:00:38 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/31/chesapeake-film-festival-to-feature-independent-films-and-events-in-september/ This year, the Chesapeake Film Festival received over 200 film submissions for consideration from 15 states and five countries.  “Now in its 17th year, the festival’s reputation has grown, submissions have increased year after year, and the job of curating a final film lineup to ensure an entertaining and engaging event becomes both a delight and […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/07/31/chesapeake-film-festival-to-feature-independent-films-and-events-in-september/feed/ 0 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/06/chesapeake-film-festival-celebrating-independent-cinema-in-historic-easton-and-chestertown-maryland/ Mon, 06 May 2024 10:00:20 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=176410 The Chesapeake Film Festival invites you to the picturesque towns of Easton and Chestertown for an unforgettable celebration of independent cinema.  Hosted at the iconic theaters of the Garfield Center on September 12 and the Ebenezer Theater from September 27 to 29, this year’s festival offers an unparalleled experience for film enthusiasts and industry professionals alike. […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/02/correction-the-art-of-storytelling-panel-discussion-and-workshop-with-filmmakers-at-the-talbot-county-free-library-is-now-on-sunday-september-29-at-1030-a-m/ Thu, 02 May 2024 10:00:24 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/05/02/correction-the-art-of-storytelling-panel-discussion-and-workshop-with-filmmakers-at-the-talbot-county-free-library-is-now-on-sunday-september-29-at-1030-a-m/ Chesapeake Film Festival: Celebrating Independent Cinema in Historic Easton and Chestertown, Maryland The Chesapeake Film Festival invites you to the picturesque towns of Easton and Chestertown for an unforgettable celebration of independent cinema.  Hosted at the iconic theaters of the Garfield Center on September 12 and the Ebenezer Theater from September 27 to 29, this year’s […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/19/join-or-die-may-23-film-screening-explores-the-power-of-joining-together/ Fri, 19 Apr 2024 10:00:36 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/04/19/join-or-die-may-23-film-screening-explores-the-power-of-joining-together/ A screening of the documentary film ‘Join or Die’ will spark a community conversation about the need for more people of all ages to adopt the practice of being a ‘joiner’ in our local civic organizations, clubs, and volunteer corps.\ The one-hour film screening is set for Thursday, May 23 from 6:30 to 8 p.m. […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/31/cff-announces-2024-festival-dates-grants-and-opening-for-submissions/ Wed, 31 Jan 2024 11:59:36 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2024/01/31/cff-announces-2024-festival-dates-grants-and-opening-for-submissions/ We are thrilled to announce that the prestigious Chesapeake Film Festival is now open for submissions on FilmFreeway for its highly anticipated 17th edition! Filmmakers from around the world are invited to submit their work for consideration for this exciting event, set to take place in the charming town of Easton, Maryland, from September 27 […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/21/chesapeake-film-festival-and-the-talbot-county-free-library-present-screening-of-the-2023-student-awards-showcase-2/ Thu, 21 Dec 2023 11:56:45 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=173207 The Chesapeake Film Festival, now in its 16th year, will present a special screening of its 2023 Student Awards Showcase at the Talbot County Free Library on Saturday, January 6, 2024, beginning at 12 noon. Selections include environmental, documentary and animated shorts from students representing American University, George Washington University’s Corcoran School of Arts and […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/07/chesapeake-film-festival-and-the-talbot-county-free-library-present-screening-of-the-2023-student-awards-showcase/ Thu, 07 Dec 2023 11:36:50 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/12/07/chesapeake-film-festival-and-the-talbot-county-free-library-present-screening-of-the-2023-student-awards-showcase/ The Chesapeake Film Festival, now in its 16th year, will present a special screening of its 2023 Student Awards Showcase at the Talbot County Free Library on Saturday, January 6, 2024, beginning at 12 noon. Selections include environmental, documentary and animated shorts from students representing American University, George Washington University’s Corcoran School of Arts and Design, […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/05/chesapeake-film-festival-prepares-for-september-30-opening/ Tue, 05 Sep 2023 19:22:44 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/09/05/chesapeake-film-festival-prepares-for-september-30-opening/ The Chesapeake Film Festival, now in its 16th year, will once again transform downtown Easton into a film lovers’ destination this Fall.  The LIVE Festival kicks off on September 30 at the historic Avalon Theatre, followed by a second day at The Ebenezer Theater on October 1. The festival will also feature a 7-day Virtual Festival from October 2 to October […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/08/09/save-the-date-the-2023-chesapeake-film-festival-set-for-september-30-and-october-1/ Wed, 09 Aug 2023 11:56:17 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/2023/08/09/save-the-date-the-2023-chesapeake-film-festival-set-for-september-30-and-october-1/ Save these dates! The 2023 Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) will be LIVE Saturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 at two historic venues in Easton, MD.  The Festival goes VIRTUAL October 2 through 8, offering more fabulous films to watch anytime, anywhere.   To explore this year’s film selections, screening schedule and special events, visit […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/07/16/chesapeake-film-festival-events-at-academy-art-museum/ Sun, 16 Jul 2023 10:00:31 +0000 https://chestertownspy.org/?p=169847 Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) and Academy Art Museum (AAM) join forces to bring you a thrilling collaboration at this year’s CFF. Marking the 16th year of this beloved regional film festival, CFF will offer free and VIP special events at AAM in Easton from September 30 to October 1. Festival director Cid Collins Walker expresses […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/06/23/experience-engage-and-enjoy-the-2023-chesapeake-film-festival/ Fri, 23 Jun 2023 10:00:27 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=169423 The 16th Annual Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) promises to satisfy every film lover’s taste with a smorgasbord of tantalizing films and events.  The two-day LIVE Festival (Sept. 30 and Oct. 1) and the VIRTUAL Festival (Oct. 2 through 8) include over 50 outstanding documentaries, narratives films, and animations, along with thought-provoking conversations with the filmmakers. […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2023/03/24/journey-into-the-imagination-with-the-2023-chesapeake-film-festival/ Fri, 24 Mar 2023 10:00:35 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=166380 Save the dates! The 2023 Chesapeake Film Festival (CFF) will be LIVE Saturday, Sept. 30 and Sunday, Oct. 1 at two historic venues in Easton, MD.  The Festival goes VIRTUAL October 2 through 8, bringing you more fabulous films to watch anytime, anywhere. As we roll out our new brand “This year’s theme, Journeys into the Imagination, captures the […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/09/29/the-live-chesapeake-film-festival-starts-tomorrow/ Thu, 29 Sep 2022 10:00:10 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/2022/09/29/the-live-chesapeake-film-festival-starts-tomorrow/ Join us for the first day of the 2022 Chesapeake Film Festival with a fantastic VIP Reception where you can mingle with filmmakers and sponsors at the Eastern Shore Conservation Center followed by an evening of environmental films at the Avalon Theatre in Easton, MD. Gifts of at least $125 gain one person entrance to […]]]> https://chestertownspy.org/2022/09/16/chesapeake-film-festival-continues-virtually-and-free-october-3-9-2022/ Fri, 16 Sep 2022 10:00:55 +0000 https://cs.spycommunitymedia.org/?p=160981 Drive up to The Automat with Mel Brooks. Go back in time on The Long Shore of the Chesapeake with Pete Lesher, curator of the Chesapeake Bay Maritime Museum.  Let Cicely Tyson introduce you to The Other Boys of Summer who played in the Negro League alongside Jackie Robinson. Take these and other trips back […]]]>