BROS Presents: Welcome to Shakesville
A groovy love letter to the 60s filled with puppets, magic, and rock n' roll!
A groovy love letter to the 60s filled with puppets, magic, and rock n' roll!
The FREE LakeFest Weekend includes three days of live music, an invitational arts and crafts show, strolling performers, festival food, a Clyde’s of Columbia Beer Garden and an array of activities and entertainment for all ages. One of the highlights of LakeFest this year includes evening performance(s) and residency activities by Bridgman Packer Dance.
No need to cook on Wednesdays this summer! Food Trucks are coming to Ascension Lutheran Church's parking lot every Wednesdays from 5-8 pm. Each month we'll be donating profits to a different organization supporting those in need in our community. See you on the lot!
Yappy Hour! Vodka, Pups, & Cookies -- Vodka for you! Cookies for your dog!
Baltimore Humane Society's summer Yappy Hour series at Hunt Valley Towne Centre, sponsored by WPOC and the Towne Centre! Bring your friends -- both human and furry are invited!
You'll enjoy special Tito's Vodka lemonades served by California Pizza Kitchen, the kids will enjoy lemonades and your pup will enjoy Lazy Dog Cookies. There will be PetValu give-aways and a relaxed evening of comradery with like-minded pet lovers.
Enter the magical world of David Dimitri. Lauded “Lord of the Wire” by New York Times, this world famous high wire dancer and veteran of Cirque du Soleil and Big Apple Circus epitomizes innovation as he alone performs an entire circus. Creating what he calls “a unique magic” in the intimate setting of a tent in the Merriweather District, his L’homme Cirque balances dramatic feats like high wire flips and a human cannon launch with humor, poetry, and serenades on the accordion.
Opening Reception: SAT JUN 22 | 6-8PM
The BIG Show on Stage: SAT JUN 22 | 8PM
Members’ Artwork Drop-off: THU JUN 13 - SAT JUN 15 | 11AM-7PM (each day)
The BIG Show Open Critique: WED JUL 17 | 7PM | FREE!
On View: SAT JUN 22 - SAT AUG 3
The fourth annual Jonestown Festival brings to our neighborhood a celebration of our revolutionary roots. The day will feature crafts, performances and activities suitable for the whole family, food vendors, plus of course many of our wonderful Jonestown neighbors.
Throughout the day enjoy:
- Hamilton sing along with Hamiltunes! Interested in singing? Pre-register here.
- Tours of the historic neighborhood led by Baltimore National Heritage Area rangers
- Performance by AMPlified
- Free face painting
Summer Crickets is here! Offered by Children’s Chorus of Maryland and School of Music (CCM), Crickets gently encourages young children to explore the voice as their first true instrument. Our one-week Summer Crickets session is a wonderful way to kick off the summer and introduce your little one to music fundamentals! Crickets is a fun, play-based music and movement class for boys and girls ages 4 to 6. Trained teachers engage the body and the mind in joyful music-making through musical games, art activities and movement. Snacks and all materials will be provided!
AMP CAMP IS BACK!
An Arts Mentorship Program under the direction of CJay Philip and Rosiland Cauthen, AMP Camp introduces 3rd through 8th graders to onstage and offstage production skills: acting, creative writing, stage management, dance, costumes, and community theater.
Campers are mentored by award winning arts educators who use the arts to build community and confidence in young people that will last far beyond their summer. NOTE – Campers have many opportunities for performances and mentorship beyond the one week camp.
Artists from around the region will gather in Historic Ellicott City June 27-July 1 to participate in Paint It! Ellicott City, an annual plein air painting event. Spectators are invited to spend the summer weekend strolling the streets and shops of the picturesque mill town and watching the artists at work. Community artists are encouraged to grab their easel and brushes and join the fun as Open Paint-Out participants.
Sprout Films returns to the Columbia Festival of the Arts for an evening of poignant, beautiful, humorous and thought provoking short films featuring people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The Sprout Flim Festival showcases films related to the field of developmental disabilities, fulfilling its mission to make the invisible visible.Ten (10) films will be featured. Post-screening Q&A with Sprout Founder and Executive Director, Anthony Di Salvo.
Join the Orchestra on for a FREE Summer Pops Concert at the Chrysalis on the grounds of Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods. The whole family will love film favorites like Superman, Magnificent Seven, and The Lion King, Queen’s Bohemian Rhapsody, patriotic songs, and the ultimate outdoor classic: The 1812 Overture! And crowd-favorite Sola Fadiran joins the orchestra for some of Broadway’s greatest hits!
Crickets is a fun, play-based music and movement class for boys and girls ages 4 to 6. Trained teachers engage the body and the mind in joyful music-making through musical games and movement. Offered by Children’s Chorus of Maryland and School of Music (CCM), Crickets gently encourages young children to explore the voice as their first true instrument. Classes start Saturday, September 21st, 2019 starting at 9AM or 10AM in Towson. Classes are 50 minutes long, meet once a week, and last for 10 weeks. The tuition for the fall session costs $200.
Do you know a child who loves to sing? Children’s Chorus of Maryland (CCM) will hold auditions on August 27th, 28th, & 29th and September 5th in Towson for children as young as 5 ½ who are interested in participating in an exciting choral performance program. CCM features highly qualified teachers, small classes and in-depth vocal enrichment to provide children with a complete musical education and choral experience. Previous singing experience is not necessary! Register online at www.ccmsings.org.
Step aboard a Watermark Yacht for the annual Annapolis Fireworks Cruise. Enjoy the city of Annapolis' spectacular Fourth of July fireworks from the best seat in town as you cruise the Harbor. Light snacks will be served. Full cash bar on board.
Enjoy all-you-can eat American backyard barbecue favorites served with local beer, wine and assorted sodas. Overlook the Inner Harbor high above the crowds and enjoy the best view of the FIREWORKS! Music, Special Tours, Cannon Firings and More!
Step aboard a Watermark Yacht for the annual Annapolis Fireworks Cruise. Enjoy the city of Annapolis' spectacular Fourth of July fireworks from the best seat in town as you cruise the Harbor. Light snacks will be served. Full cash bar on board.
Step aboard Watermark luxury yacht Catherine Marie for the annual Inner Harbor Fireworks and BBQ Cruise. Enjoy the Baltimore City Skyline and spectacular Fourth of July fireworks from the best seat in town as you cruise the Harbor with catering by Red Hot and Blue. Full cash bar on board. Vessels feature a climate controlled lower deck, open air top deck and restrooms.
BBQ Cruise Menu:
Pulled Pork
Pulled Chicken
Grandma's Potato Salad
Creamy Cole Slaw
Miniature Buns
Tossed Green Salad
Cookies & Brownies
Step aboard a Watermark yacht for the annual Inner Harbor Fireworks Cruise. Enjoy the Baltimore City Skyline and spectacular Fourth of July fireworks from the best seat in town as you cruise the Harbor. Light snacks will be served. Full cash bar on board. Vessels feature a climate controlled lower deck, open air top deck and restrooms.
The annual 4th of July Pet Parade and Animal Talent Show is coming up at The American Visionary Art Museum right next to Federal Hill on Key Highway - It is free to all! The parade starts at 9am and optional pet registration for our animal talent show opens at 8:30 am. The event time is from 8:30am - noon the same day.
(Note: Street Parking or meter parking are available. Pet Parade starts and ends on July 4th 2019 )