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October 31, 2023

Volume 23-58

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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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“Festival of Pastels” Exhibit Opens 

at the Washington County Arts Council Gallery



Opening Reception 

November 2, 2023 from 5pm until 7pm

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About the Maryland Pastel Society


Founded in 1977, the Maryland Pastel Society is a non-profit organization devoted to the promotion and development of professional, original works of art in the medium of soft pastel and to the creative and technical development of its members. There are many local pastel societies throughout the country, but the Maryland Pastel Society is the oldest state society and is an active member of the International Association of Pastel Societies. While the Society had its roots in the Baltimore area, its members (over 200 today) come from all over the Mid-Atlantic region.


Our society aims to provide educational opportunities for artists and the public through the Society’s website, lectures, art demonstrations, workshops, and art exhibitions.


https://www.marylandpastelsociety.com/about/about/


Exhibiting Artists

Dolores Andrew

Laurie Basham

Mary Boeh

Nanette Catigbe

Mary Ann Clarendon

Deborah Cole

Rebecca Denneny

Karen Ferrick

Alan Fink

Michael Gaudreau

Jean Hirons

Gayle Mangan Kassal

Joanne Lamm

Lyn Laviana

Joyce Lister

Deborah Maklowski


Denise Matuk-Kroupa

Michael McGurk

Donna Mitchell

Mary Moores

Grace Newcomer

Susan Due Pearcy

Kate Quinn

Desiree Scherini

Anne Singer

Shamim Sisson

Mary Rinderle Smith

Dorothy Stepenaski

Kim Stone

Andrée Tullier

Joyce Turk

Mary Anne Warner

Hsiang-ling Yao

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Washington County Chamber of Commerce

1 South Potomac Street, Hagerstown, MD 21740

Phone: 301-739-2015

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TREASURE SALE


Come and discover your own treasures at the Washington County Museum’s Treasure Sale. The fundraiser opens with a Preview Event Friday, Nov. 3, 2023 from 5 to 8 pm. Cost is $35 per person. Preview party attendees get the first pick of second-hand treasures. Register in advance by contacting Donna Rastelli at 301-739-5727 or drastelli@wcmfa.org. Or go to Eventbrite.com.

 

The Treasure Sale continues Saturday, Nov. 4, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Sunday, Nov. 5, 2023, from 1 to 3 p.m., and Tuesday, Nov. 7, 2023 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Tuesday, Nov. 7. Free admission.

 

On Sunday, shoppers can fill a bag for $25, and on Tuesday fill a bag for $15.The preview reception has been made possible with the support of Finders Keepers Fine Consignments.

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*Don't miss out on this FREE event!*

Holly Fest

Friday, Nov. 17 at 7:00 PM

Holly Fest is an annual holiday themed event held at The Maryland Theatre.

This event is free and open to the public and features youth performances from local musical groups and dance studios.

We welcome you and your friends to join us at this year’s event!

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Apply Today to be a County Arts Development Panelist

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The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) invites applications for panelist service supporting the County Arts Development (CAD) program, which provides support to Maryland’s county arts agencies, the designated government offices and nonprofit organizations supporting local arts activities in the state’s 24 jurisdictions.


MSAC relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state to do the important work of evaluating applications. MSAC selects CAD panelists with a focus on diversity of experiences, diversity of location, and expertise in the work of the organizations under review. Panelists must be Maryland residents.

Apply Now!

Applications due by Wednesday, November 15, 2023 at 11:59 p.m.

Questions? 

Visit MSAC's County Arts Development page. 

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Contact County Arts Development and Arts & Entertainment District Program Director, David D. Mitchell at david.mitchell1@maryland.gov.

Apply Today to be a Poetry Out Loud Judge

The Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) invites applications to serve as judges supporting Poetry Out Loud (POL), a poetry recitation competition that offers high school students the opportunity to learn about their literary heritage, build self-confidence, and improve their public speaking skills.


MSAC relies on a diverse array of experts from across the state to do the important work of evaluating POL competitors’ recitations. MSAC selects POL judges with a focus on diversity of experiences, diversity of location, and expertise in literary and theater arts. Judges must be Maryland residents.

Apply Now!

Applications due by Friday, November 10, 2023

Questions? 

Visit MSAC's Poetry Out Loud page. 

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Contact County Arts in Education Program Director Lizzie Morales at elizabeth.morales@maryland.gov.

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Opportunities for Artists


Explore MSAC grants and opportunities available to independent artists, click here for details.

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Links for Artists

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Maryland Artist Registry


Maryland Artist Marketplace



Arts Across Maryland

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Opportunities for Artists

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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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Supported in part by:

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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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CAAM


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