ART AROUND TOWN
Celebrate the End of Summer With BCPS
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Baltimore City Public Schools (BCPS) invites students, families, and community members to the last of this year's Summer Family Festivals held at Patterson Park. This event will include performances, live music by celebrity DJs, free food and giveaways, interactive exhibits, resources and vendors, on-site registration and free learning kits for kids of all ages. |
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NEW PUBLIC MURAL
Join Us for the Reveal!
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This Saturday, come celebrate the installation of a new public mural in East Baltimore's Eager Park neighborhood and learn about the featured community members. This event is free to the public. Register at the link below.
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BALTIMORE AFRAM FESTIVAL
A One-Week Hybrid Experience
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AFRAM, one of the largest African-American festivals on the East Coast, kicks off on Sunday, August 15. This week-long celebration of Baltimore’s Black makers, creators, and entrepreneurial spaces is presented by Mayor Brandon M. Scott and the City of Baltimore. The festival offers both in-person and virtual events through Sunday, August 22. For details on each day's activities, click the button or the image below.
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FOUNDER'S DAY 2021
The Peale Center Turns 207
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Happy Birthday to The Peale Center! |
This one-hour online event to celebrate The Peale Center's 207th birthday includes a virtual tour of the building's renovations, a preview of the upcoming Guardians exhibition, the debut of the original score composed for the Peale’s Proximity Project by Scott Patterson from Afro House — and more! The event is free, but an RSVP is required. Reserve your spot for Sunday, August 15, at the button below.
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Image courtesy of thepealcenter.org |
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HAVE A LAUGH!
Comedy at The Lou Room
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The Lou Costello Comedy Room upstairs at Zissimos Bar in Hampden features weekly standup comedy, improv, musical comedy, and music. Masks are required, but don't worry — the comedians can still hear you laughing through them. Click below for a full rundown of upcoming events. |
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LIVE MUSIC IN CENTER PLAZA
A Free Concert Every Friday
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All summer long, the Downtown Partnership of Baltimore is hosting free live concerts on Friday nights at Center Plaza on W. Fayette Street from 5:30–7:30 p.m. On Friday, August 13, bring a blanket and some snacks and listen to a few tunes from Kentavius Jones & Noah Pierre.
For more information, and a complete summer concert lineup, click the button below.
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SUNDAY IN THE PARK WITH LOKAL
Enjoy Outdoor Music at Patterson Park
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The outdoor summer concert series brought to you by the Friends of Patterson Park has returned! This Sunday, August 15 from 6:00–8:00 p.m., Haitian band Lokal will close the Haitian Caribbean Community Day with a rousing set. For more information on the concert series, including a full summer lineup, click the button below.
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LIVE THEATRE IS BACK!
Be in the Room Where It Happens
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Everyman Theatre invites audiences back to the playhouse for a time-honored classic of stage and screen: Steel Magnolias. With streaming and in-person options, there's a way for everyone to enjoy director Casey Stangl's take on this treasured favorite. Preview performances have already begun, so get your tickets now. And be sure to mark your calendar for the cast conversation on Thursday, August 26, so you can join the discussion after the show.
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POP-UP FLEA MARKET
Buy From Baltimore's Best Craftspeople
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Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar
Sundays, 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
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The Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar has welcomed back beloved elements like hot food vendors and the Bazaar’s artisans in a limited capacity, after offering a food-only market throughout the 2020 season. The Baltimore Farmers’ Market & Bazaar continues maintaining public health regulations to provide a safe experience for all.
The 44th season is scheduled to run weekly, 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. on Sundays through December 19, 2021, with continuous adaptation to maintain health and safety.
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Photo credits: Edwin Remsberg and Tiffany Thompson |
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See the full list of farmers, food vendors, and Bazaar artisans by visiting the link below! |
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FREE WEEKLY EVENT
Every Wednesday in Federal Hill
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Every Wednesday from July 21–October 6, 2021 at 6:30 p.m., Federal Hill Main Street is hosting a free event at 42 E. Cross Street. Come enjoy music, dance, even some miming! See the full lineup and event details below. |
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ARTS & CULTURE NEWS
In Case You Missed It
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Baltimore's own bizarre moviemaker John Waters was named to the board of the Baltimore Museum of Art last week along with four other local art aficionados, including an actor, a professor, an entrepreneur, and a philanthropist. Find out more about the new trustees below.
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IN MEMORY OF JAMES EARL REID |
The artist behind Baltimore's famous Billie Holiday monument on Pennsylvania Avenue, James Earl Reid, passed away on July 18 at the age of 78. His unrelenting passion and commitment remains unparalleled. Learn more about James's incredible legacy below.
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SELFIE MUSEUM OPENS IN FELLS POINT |
Last month, Baltimore's first selfie museum opened in Fells Point. The space at 901 Fell St. boasts several galleries with different themes, plus a rooftop area that can host private events and date nights. Read the story below for pricing, hours, and more details.
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LYRIC RECEIVES SHUTTERED VENUE FUNDS |
The Lyric Performing Arts Center was awarded $3.4 million as part of the Shuttered Venue Operators grant from the U.S. Small Business Administration. But will it help the organization return to solvency? Read more about the Lyric's problems and plans at the link below.
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GRANT OPPORTUNITY
Seeking Arts Organizations & Researchers
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The Wallace Foundation is launching a new initiative to fund arts organizations of color, which have long been underfunded by philanthropies, by awarding $53 million in grants to eligible arts organizations over the next five years. Click the button for more information to determine eligibility. Expressions of interest are due by August 20.
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MARK YOUR CALENDAR
Celebrate the End of Summer With BOPA
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