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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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Washington County Arts Council, Inc.
hosts its summer inaugural plein air event!
Deadline: May 15, 2022
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“St. Maria Goretti High School, Faculty and Student Art Show” will be on display at The Washington County Arts Council from May 5, 2022 through June 7, 2022 in the Galleries at the Washington County Arts Council, 34 S Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740 and online virtually.
Congratulations to the following artists whose artworks are in the exhibit.
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ART EXHIBIT AT THE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE
featuring Dennis Clarks: Dance With Me
Acrylic Landscaping Abstract Works
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St. on the Square in Downtown Hagerstown.
301-739-2015
For other information please contact Denny at deloclarke@aol.com
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Meet Chamber Artist of the month, Dennis Clarke
May 25, 2022 8am – 9am
Washington County Chamber of Commerce
1 S. Potomac St. on the Square in Downtown Hagerstown.
301-739-2015
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Congratulations to The Maryland Theatre which opened its doors on May 10, 1915, with a live orchestra in the pit as well as a five-reel feature film, “The Commuters”. General seats for this performance cost 10 cents and Box seats were 35 cents. Happy 107th birthday. | |
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Mary Alice Baumgardner Retrospective
& Second Book Signing
Throughout the month of May, 2022, Gallery 42 on W. Main Street, Waynesboro, PA, will exhibit art by Mary Alice Baumgardner.
Since it’s a “retrospective art show”, her earliest “work”, a “self-portrait” at age three will be shown. It’s unsigned because she did not know the alphabet at that time. It portrays the young artist: a “potato head”, with three ears and three legs. The second self-portrait was done at Easter, when she was eight years old and obviously had only two legs. Curls cover her “third ear”! Since she had learned cursive writing, this portrait is signed by the artist.
Born in Hagerstown, MD, Mary Alice began studying art at The Washington County Museum of Fine Arts, at age 6, under Thomas Danaher. Much later in life, she was privileged to have studied with Lester Jay Stone, of Blue Ridge Summit, PA.
A graduate of Towson High school and Gettysburg College, she received her MA in Studio Arts from Marywood University, with concentration on illustration of children's books.
The variety of styles in this exhibit affirm how the artist loves to experiment with different media and explore new techniques. Mary Alice has written and illustrated five children's books, which will be available for purchase in Gallery 42. There will be a book-signing at the opening reception on May 6, 2022, from 5:30pm-8pm. Her writing has also been published in Guideposts books and “Chicken Soup for the Mother/Daughter Soul”.
Living in the country south of Waynesboro, Mary Alice says: “Stories come to me as I look at our amazing world. Nature speaks to us when we listen, and I love to share what she says to me.” Not only Nature, but People of all ages also inspire this artist to sketch and paint!
A second book signing is scheduled for Friday evening, May 13, 2022 at Gallery 42 on W. Main Street, Waynesboro, PA from 5:30pm-8pm.
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Washington County Public Schools Art Exhibition Hosted by Washington County Museum of Fine Arts will be an in-person exhibition this year at the museum. Elementary school students’ artwork opened to the public May 7. The show concludes on May 15, 2022.
Secondary WCPS Art Exhibition and Capital Woman’s Care Art Competition, featuring artwork by middle and high school students, opens Saturday, May 21, 2022. An open house will be held on Sunday, May 22, 2022, from 1 to 4 pm.
The Washington County Arts Council, Hershey Family Foundation, Volvo Group, and Dr. Kevin D. Murray sponsor the exhibitions.
The awards ceremony recognizing talent from elementary to high school will be held on Wednesday, May 25, 2022 from 6:30 until 8:00 at the Museum.
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Culture & Cocktails: The Golden Age of Radio
Friday, May 13, 2022 at 6:00 PM
Member Admission: $10
General Admission: $15
Zoom: $5
Join us for a think, a drink, and light hors d’oeuvres.
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The Golden Age of Radio refers to the period of radio programming in the United States lasting from the proliferation of radio broadcasting in the early 1920s until the 1950s.
On Friday, May 13th, join us in welcoming Dr. Bob Savitt for an exploration into the golden age of radio, featuring a history of some of Washington County’s most popular broadcasting services. This month’s featured cocktail will be: The Gin Rickey!
Culture & Cocktails 2022 has been made possible by the generous support of
The James and Mary Schurz Foundation.
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Berkeley Arts Council Offers Free Workshop
The Berkeley Arts Council will offer a free workshop called “Collage for Self-Discovery.” This is a guided exercise in self-awareness, accessing your inner mind and innate wisdom. Participants will create a small, 5 x 7-inch unique piece of personal art, which you can use as a prompt to help you continue on your journey of self-discovery. The process is based on the Soul Collage technique developed by Seena Frost.
This workshop will be held on Saturday, May 14, 2022; 11:00 – 3:00pm at the Berkeley Art Works, 116 N. Queen Street, Martinsburg, WV. Participants will be required to provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination and wear masks. The workshop will be set up for distancing - space is limited to 5 attendees. Pre-registration is required, visit https://berkeleyartswv.org/instruction.
The Berkeley Arts Council is a 501(c)(3) non‐profit organization incorporated in West Virginia working to ensure that Berkeley County has a vibrant, vital arts environment by promoting awareness, understanding and appreciation of the literary, visual and performing arts in the Eastern Panhandle of West Virginia. The Berkeley Arts Council supports local and regional artists, brings quality arts experiences to the community, and provides a wide range of arts learning experiences for local residents, artists and artisans.
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The Western Maryland City Ballet Company & The City Ballet School presents
Alice In Wonderland
Sunday, May 15, 2022 ---3:00 PM
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See Alice in Wonderland as you’ve never seen it before! Alice’s adventure down the rabbit hole features classical and contemporary choreography set to music by Sergei Prokofiev. City Ballet presents this exciting fantasy ballet with a full cast, dazzling costume design, and theatrical magic to delight an audience of all ages. | |
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Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org
Our Box Office Location is:
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Monday-Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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Augustoberfest 2022 Vendor Application Now Available!
DEADLINE: June 1, 2022 or when openings are filled.
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The Augustoberfest Charitable Foundation ushers in the Oktoberfest season with a traditional local Bavarian Oktoberfest in August.
This year, Augustoberfest will take place on Saturday, August 20, and on Sunday, August 21. Vendor commitment time is from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. on Saturday and from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. on Sunday.
We invite you to be one of Augustoberfest’ s 2022 craft or dessert vendors. If you are interested in this opportunity, please submit an application to vend at Augustoberfest. Entries are juried by Augustoberfest committee members in order to maintain variety, quality, and originality. Please be specific about the items you plan to sell and include website/media links to aid in the decision process.
Please note, that the deadline for application is June 1, 2022. If you have any questions, please contact:
Apply Here
Augustoberfest Charitable Foundation
ATTN: Shawn Bryce
780 Frederick St
Hagerstown, MD 21740
(301) 992-4898 - voice or text
augustoberfest.org/vendors • shawnbryce@msn.com
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The Maryland Theatre presents Trace Adkins
Tuesday, June 7, 2022
7:00 PM
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In his 25-year career in Country music, Trace Adkins has sold over 11 MILLION albums, charted over 20 singles, earned numerous awards and GRAMMY nominations, and garnered over TWO BILLION streams. A Grand Ole Opry member for nearly two decades, the Louisiana native is known for dynamic baritone and fiery, always-memorable live performances, and has expanded his Country career to include film and TV acting. He broke out in 1996 with the debut album, DREAMIN’ OUT LOUD, cracking the Top 5 of Billboard’s Hot Country Songs chart with “Every Light In the House Is On” and following with the #1 smash, “This Ain’t (No Thinkin’ Thing).” Since then, Adkins has pioneered a mix of classic Country minded traditionalism and adventurous, good-natured showmanship, breaking open new avenues in modern Country through fun-filled hits like “Honky Tonk Badonkadonk” and “Hillbilly Bone” (with Blake Shelton). He’ll celebrate the silver anniversary of his album debut in 2021 with THE WAY I WANNA GO, doing exactly what he always has – mixing pure-Country reverence with standout collaborations featuring Blake Shelton, Melissa Etheridge, Snoop Dogg, Stevie Wonder on harmonica and more. Adkins’ newest single “Where The Country Girls At” (featuring Luke Bryan and Pitbull) is available everywhere now. | |
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Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org
Our Box Office Location is:
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Monday-Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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The Maryland Theatre presents
The Lettermen
Original Date Friday, March 4, 2022
This show has been postpned to Sunday, June 12, 2022
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For more than 50 years, The Lettermen-- Donovan Tea, Bobby Poynton, and Rob Gulack, each of whom are entertainers in their own right—have kept the meaning of harmony alive with their soft, romantic, harmonic blend of music which is as popular with their fans today as it was in 1961 when they recorded their first hit, “The Way You Look Tonight”. Though musical tastes have changed over the years, The Lettermen legacy continues. Harmony will always endure the true test of time—just as The Lettermen have stood the test of time. | |
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Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org
Our Box Office Location is:
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Monday-Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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Celebrate African American Heritage
1st Annual Juneteenth Celebration
presented by the
African American Historical Association
of Western Maryland
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Click on the flyer for more information! | |
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E.A.R.N, Inc. & the Untapped Music & Entertainment Series
Presents
More to Lyfe
Tickets are Available Online
Friday, May 13, 2022 at 11:00 AM
Tickets can be purchased online at TicketMaster.com,
by phone at 301-790-2000, or in person at our Box Office.
Our Box Office is Open to the Public Monday- Friday 11:00 AM to 4:30 PM.
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About the Show...
R&B singer Lyfe Jennings will be headlining the launch of the Untapped Music Series at the Maryland Theatre in Downtown Hagerstown. Lyfe has seven studio albums including the platinum selling Lyfe 268-192. His talent for writing, producing, and singing soulful records has led to a long and impactful music career.
Opening Acts- 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Headliner- 9:00 PM
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Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org
Our Box Office Location is:
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Monday-Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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Bill Engvall
Saturday, August 6, 2022
6:00 PM & 9:00 PM
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About the Show...
Here's Your Sign "It's Finally Time" Farewell Tour
What makes entertainers successful is the ability to connect with an audience. The sharing of everyday humor makes Bill Engvall on his farewell tour, one of the top comedians today. He is best known for the Blue Collar Comedy Tour, Dancing With the Stars and Last Man Standing.
He was recently awarded “Casino Comedian” of the year at the 2019 Casino Entertainment Awards in Las Vegas, NV. He is currently on tour and since 2016, Bill has hosted a weekly podcast “My 2 Cents” with PodcastOne.
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Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org
Our Box Office Location is:
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Monday-Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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Authentic Community Theatre 2 Week Intensive presents
Legally Blonde the Musical Jr.
At the Maryland Theatre
Saturday, August 13, 2022
2:00 PM
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About the Show...
Authentic Community Theatre's 2-week Production Camp will start with a week at ACT (1000 Florida Ave) and end with a week at The Maryland Theatre with a full production (including sets, costumes, props, etc.) at the end of the second week!
Based on the award-winning Broadway musical and the smash hit motion picture, Legally Blonde The Musical JR. is a fabulously fun journey of self-empowerment and expanding horizons. The show's instantly recognizable songs are filled with humor, wit and sass — leaving cast members and audiences alike seeing pink!
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Contact Audrey Vargason at 301-790-3500 or Contact Email: ajv@mdtheatre.org
Our Box Office Location is:
21 South Potomac Street
Hagerstown, MD 21740
The Maryland Theatre Box Office Hours
Monday-Friday 11:00 AM - 4:30 PM
The Box Office is Open 1 Hour Prior to Showtimes
Contact Our Box Office 301-790-2000
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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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