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Welcome to Artist Alley,
Washington County Arts Council's electronic newsletter.
We hope this publication will engage you with the arts in your community.
WCAC welcomes your ideas and support as it continues to take the lead in bringing together the community's art organizations to strengthen our region's arts culture.
For artist information, arts events, calls for art, and more visit WCAC's web page...
www.washingtoncountyarts.com.
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The Maryland International Film Festival will be celebrating its 12th year in downtown Hagerstown this weekend!
Over 100 films will be shown over the course of 4 days in 5 different locations.
The Festival will kick-off on Thursday, March 21, 2024 with a VIP reception at the USMH Events Center followed by a brief presentation and several short films. There will also be student films showing at The Maryland Theatre from 1:00-4:00 PM on Thursday afternoon.
Films will be playing all day Friday, Saturday, and Sunday at the following locations: Library Community Room, ACT Black Box, Grand Piano Building, and USMH Events Center.
Tickets are required to attend, so be sure to purchase your tickets at https://www.marylandiff.org
The MIDFF-H is sponsored in party by a Community Arts Development grant from the Washington County Arts Council made possible by funding from the Maryland State Arts Council.
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BISFA Exhibition for
Graduating Seniors in the Visual Arts
at Hagerstown Community College Kepler Theater.
Opening Reception Friday March 22, 2024, from 6-8 pm.
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The tickets are $5 General. $4 Seniors, Military and Students. Performances are at Williamsport High School on Friday, March 22nd and Saturday, March 23rd at 7:30 pm. | |
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BISFA Spring Musical Blitz
See a sneak peak of this year's BISFA show "The Adams Family" in the
Potomac Walk inside Bulls and Bears.
The students will be performing from 3:30 - 4:00 pm.
Special prices on BISFA Bill Program Advertisement spaces for neighboring downtown businesses!
RSVP to Ally Sirbaugh by 3/21/24 at 240-347-4934 or allys@barbaraingramfoundation.org.
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As part of Taste of Downtown, RESTAURANT WEEK will be held Sunday, March 17 - Saturday, March 23, 2024. Here's a look at the Culinary Experiences and Specials happening this week throughout our Downtown Restaurants! | |
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Have you grabbed your Taste of Downtown passport yet? They're available for pick up at City Hall or any downtown restaurant. Or you can download a copy here. Make a purchase and collect a stamp from each restaurant to be entered to win a $100 Downtown gift card.
Taste of Downtown is an initiative of the Downtown Hagerstown Main Street program that invites you to dine at various downtown restaurants. Did you know that there are 18 restaurants located in the Main Street district? Let's support our small business owners and enjoy each restaurant (at least once) throughout the month of March.
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Downtown Hagerstown is a Maryland Main Street Community that is on mission to create a downtown where people and businesses come together to live, work, and thrive. To get involved with Downtown Hagerstown or if you have questions about any of the event listed above, please email events@hagerstownmd.org | |
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BISFA Photography Exhibit
opens at the Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S Potomac Street in downtown Hagerstown.
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Shirley Temple Black:
"From Child Star to Diplomat" by JoAnn Peterson
On March 22, 2024, at 6:00 PM, JoAnn Peterson of Frostburg, MD, a professional actor of stage and film, will be doing a first-person portrayal of Shirley Temple Black titled “From Child Star to Diplomat” at the Miller House. As a child star, Shirley Temple was the top box office draw from 1935-1938 in the world. She grew up to become a diplomat, author, and loving mother.
The presentation is in the Chautauqua-style format, beginning with a monologue which JoAnn wrote based on extensive research using primary and secondary sources, articles, books, films, and interviews, followed by Q&A of Shirley, and then a Q&A of JoAnn after she breaks character.
The earrings and blouse worn by JoAnn during her portrayal actually belonged to Shirley. The blouse was worn at her first reception in Prague as Ambassador to Czechoslovakia. JoAnn owns and will display Shirley’s iconic ensemble worn when she received the Screen Actor’s Guild’s Lifetime Achievement Award, purchased from Shirley’s estate. This is very appropriate since JoAnn’s portrayal is a tribute to the achievements of Shirley Temple Black’s whole life, not just her years as a child star.
Doing first person portrayals combines JoAnn’s love of acting and history. Her research of Ambassador Black has led JoAnn to California, New York City, and Prague, Czech Republic, where she toured the US Embassy and Ambassador’s Residence and interviewed four women who worked under Shirley. She also interviewed Michael Zantovsky, the right-hand man of Vaclav Havel, the dissident who became President of Czechoslovakia, and whom Shirley befriended.
This event will have light hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar that will feature the classic Shirley Temple drink (alcoholic and non-alcoholic version available). Call us with questions or to reserve your ticket at 301-797-8782 or email info@washcohistory.org.
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Miller House Museum
135 West Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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Valley Art Association presents “Spring Fever,” a North Galley member exhibit which includes all types of mediums as well as subject matter. The exhibit at the Mansion House Art Gallery will be on display from March 1, 2024 through March 31, 2024.
The Mansion House Art Gallery is located at 480 Highland Avenue(City Park), Hagerstown MD. Open Fridays & Saturdays 11am-4pm Hours, Sundays 1-5pm. FREE
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Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition
Museum of Fine Arts—Washington County
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Taylor Brown of Hagerstown received the First Place Juror’s Award in the Cumberland Valley Photographers exhibition for her entry, Girl in Grass. | |
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Cumberland Valley Photographers Exhibition opening, Saturday, March 23, 2024, from 1 to 3 p.m.
Celebrate the opening with a panel discussion with CVP award winners and jurors Anne Gridley and Gary Graves of Gridley + Graves Photographers. Free. Register in advance.
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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ACT Presents
Green Day’s American Idiot
Friday, March 22, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Saturday, March 23, 2024 at 7:30 PM
Tickets can be purchased online below,
by phone at 301-790-2000, or in person at our Box Office.
For groups of 8 or more, contact the Box Office Directly by phone at
301-790-2000 to purchase.
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This show is suitable for mature audiences only (ages 16+) due to adult content, sexual themes, strong language, and simulated use of drugs.
About the Show...
The two time Tony Award winning hit musical Green Day’s American Idiot, based on the Grammy Award winning multi-platinum album, boldly takes the American musical where it is never gone before. When the three disgruntled men flee the constraints of their hometown for the thrills of city life, their paths are quickly estranged when Tunny enters the armed forces, Will is called back home to attend to familial responsibilities, and Johnny's attention becomes divided by a seductive love interest and a hazardous new friendship. An energy-fueled rock opera, American Idiot, features little dialogue and instead relies on the lyrics from Green Days groundbreaking album to execute the story line.
| Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org | |
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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Egg Painting With R.H. Mohler
Mar 23, 2024, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM
Highfield-Cascade, 14370 Reckord Ave, Highfield-Cascade, MD 21719, USA
Come paint eggs with us! Artist R.H. Mohler and Nick Riley will be guiding the class in painting eggs for the Easter/Spring season. Join in the fun and leave with a beautiful masterpiece!
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Islamic Center Ramadan Open House
March 24, 2024
The Islamic Center of Hagerstown (ICH) is holding a Ramadan Open House, 5-8 p.m. Sunday, March 24, 2024, highlighting Islam and its customs. From 5-6 p.m. guests are invited to spend time in the cultural bazaar (which opens at 1 p.m.), where international clothing, jewelry and other items will be on sale. At 6 p.m., there will be an informal talk on Islam as a way of life and the meaning and practices of the holy month of Ramadan. Guests are then invited to a traditional "Iftar", the sunset meal that breaks the daily fast during Ramadan (approximately 7:15 p.m.). FREE, open to the public and family friendly, but registration is requested: helpdesk@myich.org. ICH is located at 122 E. Washington Street, Hagerstown; entrance is at the north side of building adjacent to the parking lot.
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Celtic Woman
at The Maryland Theatre
Tuesday, March 26, 2024, at 7:00 PM
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On the heels of the successful Postcards From Ireland, Celtic Woman will carry on its legacy of uplifting performances packed with breath-taking harmonies and instrumental virtuosity. The group today announced it will bring an all-new live show to celebrate its 20th anniversary to The Maryland Theatre on March 26th. The Celtic Woman 20th Anniversary Tour will be delighting audiences with its fresh blend of traditional and contemporary Irish music that echoes Ireland's rich musical and cultural heritage, while reflecting the vibrant spirit of modern Ireland. | Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org | |
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Our Box Office Location is:
The Maryland Theatre
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
Contact Our Box Office
301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre
Box Office Hours
Tuesday 12 PM - 6 PM
Wednesday 12 PM - 5 PM
Thursday 12 PM - 6PM
Friday 12 PM - 5 PM
The Box Office is Open
+1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
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HOLIDAY CLOSING
The Museum of Fine Arts will be closed on Good Friday, March 29. We will reopen Saturday, March 30, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and are open Easter Sunday, March 31, 1 to 5 p.m.
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Culture & Cocktails:
Frontier Forts Around Fort Frederick
Guided by the expertise of Maryland Park Service Ranger Rob Ambrose, learn about the network of frontier forts that shaped Fort Frederick.
On Friday, April 12, 2024 immerse yourself in the rich narratives that bring the history of this State Park to life.
This month’s cocktail is the Cherry Bounce, a favorite drink of George and Martha Washington. Doors open at 5:30 PM and light hors d'oeuvres will be served!
Culture & Cocktails 2024 has been made possible by the generous support of the James and Mary Schurz Foundation.
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Miller House Museum
135 West Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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Washington County Roots: Mary Schurz
A kinship fundraiser
For fans of “Who Do You Think You Are?” hear the fascinating ancestry of Mary Schurz!
For fans of the popular PBS program “Who Do You Think You Are?” join genealogists Carol Miller-Schultz and Jean Conte for an exciting presentation as they dig up Mary Schurz’s fascinating ancestry, from her time in Williamsport, to her childhood and home of her ancestors. It will be an afternoon of food, drinks, and fascinating genealogical stories!
Roots is a kinship Family Heritage Research Center fundraiser, which supports the ongoing preservation of the rich family histories of Washington County. kinship is Washington County's only dedicated genealogical research center. Your support through attending this event allows our staff and volunteers to connect families from across the country to their roots.
Saturday, April 20, 2024 · 1 - 3pm EDT at Miller House Museum.
Cost: $50.00
This event will have light hors d'oeuvres and a cash bar featuring favorites of Mary Schurz. Call the Washington County Historical Society with questions or to reserve your ticket at 301-797-8782 or email at info@washcohistory.org.
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Miller House Museum
135 West Washington Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
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HCC to hold spring arts showcase | | |
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Pearl, photograph from HCC student
Lauren Veloz Castillo
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The English and Humanities Division at Hagerstown Community College will host a Student Arts Showcase from Wednesday, April 24, 2024, through Friday, May 3, 2024, in the Kepler Center on HCC’s main campus.
The exhibit will feature artwork from students enrolled in the visual arts studio courses this spring, including drawing, painting, photography, digital art, and ceramics. The exhibit will be open to the public from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m.
The opening reception for the exhibition will be held on Wednesday, April 24, 2024, from 5 to 7 p.m., in the Kepler Center. The evening’s festivities will feature a choral performance, readings from the Hedge Apple Literary Magazine, artist talks with fine arts capstone students, and awards by the HCC Alumni Association. The event is open to the public, no RSVP required.
For more information, contact Margaret Yaukey, visual arts program coordinator, at 240-500-2221 or mayaukey@hagerstowncc.edu.
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Pianist Thomas Pandolfi
to perform at the Museum of Fine Arts!
Pianist Thomas Pandolfi will perform in concert Thursday, May 2, 2024, from 5:30 to 7 p.m. In addition to being recognized as one of the greatest interpreters of the Polish masters such as Chopin, Paderewski and Godowsky, this versatile pianist has received accolades for his performance of everything from Bach to Gershwin. Cost is $15 for museum members, $20 for the general public. Albums will be available for purchase for $20. Register in advance by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org
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Washington County Museum of Fine Arts
401 Museum Drive, Hagerstown, MD 21740
Hours: Tuesday through Friday, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.,
Saturday, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Sunday, 1 to 5 p.m.
301-739-5727
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Shippensburg Band presents
Annual Spring Concert
The Shippensburg Band is proud to present a free concert featuring the talents of local musicians performing timeless music selections! The concert is scheduled for Sunday, May 5, 2024 at 2:30 p.m. at the Shippensburg Covenant Brethren Church, 253 E. Garfield Street, Shippensburg. Admission and parking are free; donations are accepted (the Shippensburg Band is a 501(c)3 non-profit organization).
A highlight of this concert will be Slide Ride featuring soloist Keith Davis on trombone! This concert will also feature performances of Symphonic Dance No. 3 “Fiesta”, Slide Ride, The Doors on Tour, Man of La Mancha, and more.
The Shippensburg Band, currently directed by Carl Sponenberg, is a community band that has gathered many individuals from Shippensburg, PA, and surrounding area to make music and share it with others. The band is a dynamic group of young and old from all walks of life, some with degrees in music and/or music education, but most participants are amateurs. We rehearse on Tuesday nights between 8:00 PM and 9:30 PM in the Shippensburg Covenant Brethren Church. Anyone who plays a band instrument is invited to come to a rehearsal and join the band.
Keep live music alive in Shippensburg! More information is available at www.shipband.org.
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Opportunities for Artists
Explore MSAC grants and opportunities available to independent artists, click here for details.
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The Washington County Arts Council, Inc. is funded by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), an agency of the Department of Business & Economic Development. | |
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The Washington County Arts Council is a proud member of
County Arts Agencies of Maryland,
Maryland Citizens for the Arts, and Americans for the Arts
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The WCAC facility is wheelchair accessible! | |
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Thank you for providing your email address to the
Washington County Arts Council. Your information was obtained from
at least one of the following methods: signing our guest book,
becoming a member, donating, entering a contest, or exhibiting with us.
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