Join us for the exhibition opening!

Stepping into Baltimore-based cartoonist Barbara Dale’s studio, Peale chief curator Jeffrey Kent was truly awed by the experience as he witnessed Barbara's effortless utilization of various mediums in her creative practice, including pastel chalk, lithographs, ceramics, paint, pencil, ink, etc.

For more than a decade The Garifuna Collective has pushed the boundaries of their dynamic, centuries-old musical traditions, breaking new ground with performances that show why UNESCO has proclaimed the language, dance, and music of the Garifuna people of Central America as a “Masterpiece of the Oral and Intangible Heritage of Humanity”. The collective has has been part of the most celebrated Garifuna album of all time, including the critically acclaimed Wátina, recipient of BBC World Music Award, and voted by Amazon as the number one world music album of all time.

Howard County nonprofit The 3rd, in partnership with the Columbia Festival of the Arts and the Columbia Association, is excited to honor Juneteenth with a day of special events on Sunday, June 18, 2023, from 11am-7pm during the Free LakeFest Weekend. This day-long celebration will feature live music from GRAMMY winner and NEA Jazz Master Delfeayo Marsalis along with sets from JoGo Project and Deborah Bond, a Pop-up cookout from noon to 5pm with barbecue favorites (preordering encouraged), performances from the Wilde Lake High School Step Team (G4L) and B.

For Delfeayo Marsalis, music runs in his family, and it’s in his blood! Delfeayo is a GRAMMY award-winning trombonist, composer, and producer. He is “known for his technical excellence, inventive mind, and frequent touches of humor” (Los Angeles Times). Marsalis has toured internationally with jazz icons such as Ray Charles, Art Blakey, Max Roach, Elvin Jones, and Slide Hampton, as well as leading his own group. See Delfeayo perform as part of the Free LakeFest Weekend presented by Columbia Festival of the Arts, June 16-18, 2023, at the Downtown Columbia Lakefront.

Juneteenth Celebration: Envisioning A New Future
FREE ADMISSION | Monday, June 19 | 11 am to 4 pm

The 2023 inFusion Film Festival Loud-N-Clear!!! will take place on Monday, June 19, 2023, from 12 pm-9 pm at The Lyric Baltimore, 140 W Mt Royal Ave, Baltimore, MD 21201This free event is open to the public and will showcase a series of films, videos, and artwork created by Baltimore artists and filmmakers. The festival will feature pieces that explore topics such as neighborhood stories, myths, history keepers, community resilience in the face of challenges, and the impact of Covid-19 on Baltimore's social justice movement.

Hop on in with your little froggers for a delightful Story Time from 12p.m.-1p.m. on Tuesday, June 20th.

This month's stories include: Duck & Goose Go to the Beach, Llama Llama Learns to Swim, and Froggy Learns to Swim.

After the stories, children can get a $4 kids cup of yogurt. What a sweet story with a happy ending!!

Are you ready to rock the networking scene in York? Join us for an unforgettable evening of connection and opportunity at the Rockstar Connect Networking Event on Thursday, June 22, 2023, from 6 PM to 8 PM at Smokey Bones York.

Hosted by the dynamic duo of Brian Almoney and Chuck Sierk, this event is all about building meaningful relationships with people who get things done in York. Our events are open to everyone to make meaningful connections, known for their friendly and engaging atmosphere, and we guarantee that you'll feel welcome from the moment you arrive.

Come kick off your summer to the classic jazz and Brazilian Bossa Nova sounds of the Rhonda Robinson Trio in the VLP garden!

More than 60 of the most talented visual artists will be displaying their work. Enjoy a variety of live music and performance art throughout the weekend. Explore activities and exhibits presented by our sponsors and community partners. Savor all the food and beer that Guinness Open Gate Brewery has to offer.