"Of Water, Fields, and Bricks: the Photography of A. Aubrey Bodine": This exhibition of Bodine's images of Maryland people and places, including Annapolis, will be on display Sunday, Oct. 24, through Dec. 17 at St. John's College's Mitchell Gallery, 60 College Ave. in Annapolis. During the opening reception and family program from 3:30 p.m. to 5 p.m. opening day, art educator Lucinda Edinberg will lead a tour of the exhibit, followed by a hands-on workshop. Gallery hours and information: 410-626-2539.

Sunday, Oct. 24

'Autumn Celebration of Art' Exhibit of more than 100 new works by 35 artists in oil, watercolor, ceramics and bronze opens Sunday, Oct. 24, and runs through Nov. 14 at McBride Gallery, 215 Main St. in Annapolis. A reception will be held from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. opening day. Hours are noon to 5:30 p.m. Sundays, 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m. Mondays-Saturdays, and Thursdays until 9 p.m. Information: 410-267-7077.

Monday, Oct. 25

Blacksmith group The Chesapeake Forge Blacksmith Guild meets at 7 p.m. at Kinder Farm Park, 1001 Kinder Farm Park Road, Millersville. Members learn new techniques while working on projects. No gate fees. Information: 410-222-6115.

Tuesday, Oct. 26

Folk music The Grammy Award-winning folk ensemble the New Christy Minstrels, under the direction of founder Randy Sparks, will perform at 7:30 p.m. at Severna Park High School, 60 Robinson Road. Tickets are $20. Information: 410-647-8718 or annearundelconcerts.50megs.com.

Wednesday, Oct. 27

Wednesday Republican Breakfast Club Group meets at 7:30 a.m. at the Rockfish, Sixth Street and Severn Avenue in Eastport, for breakfast and discussion. Todd Lamb will speak on "Understanding Question A." Cost is $12.

Thursday, Oct. 28

Meeting The S.A.L.T. Council to TRIAD Plus will hold an informational senior safety meeting about powers of attorney at 10 a.m. at the Pascal Senior Activity Center, 125 Dorsey Road in Glen Burnie. Free. Information: 410-222-6680.

Rotary Club The Annapolis Rotary Club meets at noon at the Annapolis Yacht Club, 2 Compromise St. Debbie Smith, executive director of PATHS, will discuss how her organization is reaching to special needs children in Afghanistan. Information: 240-388-0873 or annapolisrotary.com.

Friday, Oct. 29

Classical concert The St. John's College Concert Series presents pianist Awadagin Pratt performing Franz Liszt's "Piano Sonata in B Minor" and music of Schumann, Mompou and Chopin, at 8:15 p.m. in the Francis Scott Key Auditorium, 60 College Ave. in Annapolis. Information: 410-626-2539.

Artist showcase A cultural event featuring a performance by the group Colorful China will be held at 7 p.m. at Maryland Hall for the Creative Arts, 801 Chase St., Annapolis. Free. Information: 410-280-5640 or marylandhall.org.

Saturday, Oct. 30

Halloween party The Ann Arrundell County Historical Society hosts a children's Halloween party from noon to 3 p.m. at the Benson-Hammond House, 7101 Aviation Boulevard, Linthicum. Information: 410-647-0936.

Flea market St. Andrew's United Methodist Church holds an indoor country flea market from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturdays at 4 Wallace Manor Road in Edgewater. Spaces are $10; tables are $5. The thrift shop will be open. Information: 410-269-7671.

Future

Fundraiser Anne Arundel County's fundraiser " Disco Magic" will be held from 6:30 p.m. to midnight Nov. 5 at the Hilton BWI Airport Hotel. Guests are asked to wear their best disco attire for this retro event. The event features silent and live auctions, vacation getaways, and a 50/50 cash raffle. Proceeds benefit YWCA programs for victims of domestic violence. Information: 410-626-7800.

Festival The Annapolis Food and Wine Festival will be held from 2 p.m. to 6 p.m. Nov. 6 in the Annapolis City Dock area. Patrons will be able to walk from restaurant to restaurant, sampling gourmet cuisine paired with an array of wines and spirits. Cost is $35 per person and includes samples for 19 restaurants and wine tastings. Tickets and information: 410-263-4012 or annapolisfoodandwinefestival.com.

Cocker Spaniel Adoption Day The Oldies But Goodies Cocker Spaniel Rescue group will hold an adoption day from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Nov. 6 at the Annapolis Petsmart, 2601 Housley Road, Annapolis. Information: cockerspanielrescue.com.

A cappella group The St. John's College Concert Series presents, "The Happy Journey: An American Music Celebration," performed by the Western Wind at 8:15 p.m. Nov. 19 in the Francis Scott Key Auditorium, 60 College Ave. in Annapolis. Free. Information: 410-626-2539.

Events and cancellations for the Anne Arundel County datebook may be submitted by e-mail to arundel.calendar@baltsun.com. Information should be sent at least 10 days before the event.