Free Fall Baltimore continues with more free arts & culture events across the City. Here are some of the events coming up from October 22–28. For the full schedule, visit www.freefallbaltimore.org.
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ART AROUND TOWN: FREE FALL EDITION
Things to See & Do in Baltimore This October
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Sustainable Fashion Weekend kicks off on Friday, October 22, from 6:00–8:30 p.m. with a meet & greet and preview of the weekend's events, which include fashion shows, upcycling workshops, panel discussions, and more! Get details on all the sustainable fashion happenings at the button below. |
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STEP INTO ARTISTS' STUDIOS THIS WEEKEND
The 33rd Annual Baltimore Open Studio Tour
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This Saturday & Sunday, October 23–24, you can step into the studios of Baltimore artists during the 33rd Baltimore Open Studio Tour. This annual city-wide event brings together professional artists and the general public, giving art lovers, students, art collectors, and creative influencers the opportunity to visit, meet, engage, purchase, and get a glimpse into the studios of some of Baltimore City’s most vibrant artists. Check out some of our artist spotlight videos below, and click the button for details about OST Weekend. |
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LOCAL COLOR LIVE!
Hosted by 'Podcast Prince' Jason V
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Local Color is an award-winning podcast about Baltimore’s artists, entrepreneurs, business owners, community leaders… anyone who's doing something to tell the story of Baltimore. Join "podcast prince" Jason V on Saturday, October 23, as he records a live episode at noon with guest Josh Stokes and another at 4:00 p.m. with guest Ucheoma Uzosike. Click below for more information. |
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GARDEN PAINT & DANCE PARTY
Hosted by the Duncan Street Miracle Garden
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New Broadway East Community Association, Baltimore Green Space and B'More Beautiful are hosting a Garden Paint and Dance Party on Saturday, October 23, from 9:00–11:00 a.m. at the Duncan Street Miracle Garden. We will paint a storage container in the garden while dancing to the tunes by Master Gardener Lewis Sharpe. For more information, click the button below. |
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REVEL IN A MOSAIC OF MUSIC
With the Baltimore Philharmonia Orchestra
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On Sunday, October 24, from 3:00–4:00 p.m., the Baltimore Philharmonia Orchestra will play a free musical mosaic concert at St. Matthew Catholic Church. Selections will include pieces by Manuel Ponce, Mozart, Charles Gounod, Charpentier, Handel, Gershwin (Porgy & Bess), and Wagner. For more information, click below. |
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ANIMA BRASS AT THE YNOT LOT
Brass Quintet Concert in the Park
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Join Anima Brass on Sunday, October 24, at 4:00 p.m. for a free outdoor concert at the Ynot Lot in Station North. Not only will they present a wonderful program full of exciting and new music, but they will also collect donations for the B'More Clubhouse, a non-profit organization that serves adults living with mental illness. For details, click below. |
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THE NEST @ DOVECOTE CAFÉ
Concert and Youth Art Show
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Enjoy an evening concert at Dovecote Café on Sunday, October 24, from 4:00–7:00 p.m., feauring Bobbis rush, Wifty Bangura, MAHA9SHAKTI, and take in an art exhibition featuring local youth artists. Get more information at the button below. |
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WE'RE GIVING YOU MORE INFO AT A GLANCE
Find the Events & Festivals You Want
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We know your time is valuable. So we've added some symbols to each event in BOPA's Art Around Town newsletter to give you more info at a glance.
Here are the icons you can expect to see & what they mean:
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WITCHCRAFT & WOMEN BEHAVING BADLY
BMA Violet Hour: Virtual Discussion
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This virtual discussion on Tuesday, October 26, from 6:00–7:00 p.m. will explore the historical and contemporary perspectives on witchcraft, archetypes of femininity, and their relationship to contemporary culture. The talk will be moderated by Dr. Andaleeb Banta, curator of the current "Women Behaving Badly" exhibit. Find out how to tune in at the button below. |
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IN THEIR OWN WORDS
Scenes From New Plays
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Join the Baltimore Playwrights Festival on Wednesday, October 27, at 8:00 p.m. as they present scenes from new plays by area playwrights. The readings will be rehearsed and staged with movement, lighting, props, and costuming. Register for free at the button below. |
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OPENING NIGHT OF BROUHAHA
At Baltimore Theatre Project
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BrouHaHa is a comedic, existential escapade opening on Thursday, October 28, at 8:00 p.m. In this devised, clown-esque piece, Happenstance Theater’s troupe of eccentrics walks the precipice at the end of the world. Their play lights up the darkness like a firecracker. When you check out, enter FF21 in the Promo Code Box. Click below for more information and tickets. |
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OPENING RECEPTION
An Exhibition by Scout Gibbons Roll
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Scout Gibbons Roll’s solo exhibition explores intersections of cultural Catholicism, self-care, harm reduction, and stigma. During the opening reception on Thursday, October 28, from 6:00–9:00 p.m., refreshments will be provided by Ilegal Mezcal. The first 100 guests will receive a free Artist Self-Care Puffalope that includes a small sketchbook, pen, pencils, face mask, and hand sanitizer. For more information, click below. |
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COMMUNITY CELEBRATION
Día de los Muertos at The Walters
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In celebration of Día de los Muertos, from now through November 7, visitors to The Walters Art Museum can contribute to a community altar designed by artist Edgar Reyes, pick up an Art Kit, and visit the Translations and Transitions/Traducciones y Transiciones exhibition. For complete community celebration details and museum hours, click the button below. |
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READ TO REEF IS BACK!
Kids Earn Free Admission to the Aquarium
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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. See the full list of farmers, food vendors, and Bazaar artisans by visiting the link below!
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Applications for vendors at the 2022 Baltimore Farmers' Market & Bazaar are now open! Click the image below to apply. |
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NOW A WORD FROM OUR SPONSORS
REYKA Vodka's Official Free Fall Cocktail
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Free Fall 2021 is presented by BGE with the generous support of Atapco Properties, the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), and REYKA Vodka. |
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