ART AROUND TOWN
Things to See & Do in Baltimore
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Pyrotecnico brings another incredible fireworks show to Baltimore's Inner Harbor on Sunday, September 5, 2021. The fireworks show launches at 8:30 p.m., but come out early and dance to a local DJ set while the sun sets. Sponsored by the City of Baltimore and the Waterfront Partnership, this BOPA-produced event is the perfect way to fall back safely into autumn.
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OUR NEWSLETTER IS CHANGING!
To Bring You More of What You Want
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BOPA constantly strives to inspire and engage audiences across Baltimore and cultivate the city's creative economy through the arts. Every other week, we collect upcoming events & happenings and deliver them straight to your inbox. We call this BOPA's Art Around Town newsletter — and it's what you're reading right now!
We know your time is valuable. So we've added some symbols to give you more info at a glance. Here are the new icons you can expect to see:
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And the improvements don't stop there... We have a few other new ideas cooking, but first, we want to hear from YOU. How else can we give you exactly what you want? So please take a few minutes and fill out the short survey below. Thank you in advance for your feedback! |
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FRIDAY NIGHT ART WALK
Discover Art & Artists in Station North
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Mark your calendars for the Station North Shines Art Walk on Friday, August 27 from 5:00–8:00 p.m.! This month, the Ynot Lot is hosting a special free community arts workshop and visibility walk by visionary, artist, and community cultivator, April Danielle Lewis, in partnership with Signal Station North, a lighting and public space engagement initiative.It will be followed by a lively celebration with the Dynasty Marching Unit with Eze Jackson and the Soul Cannon Band performing at 9:00 p.m. Follow @stationnorth for updates.
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DANCE YOUR WAY INTO (RAYN) FALL
Open House This Weekend
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Rayn Fall Dance Studio is one of the three core programs offered by Muse 360 Arts. Join them this Saturday, August 28, from 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m. to learn more about the 2021-22 season, meet the staff, review the safety protocol, and take placement classes. To register for the free open house, click below.
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CELEBRATE WOMEN'S EQUALITY
Honoring the Suffrage Centennial
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Come celebrate the Suffrage Centennial and Women's Equality Day this Saturday, August 28, from 5:00–8:00 p.m. at Druid Hill Park. Though all women could not vote until the Voting Rights Act of 1965, the ratification of the 19th Amendment on August 18, 1920 is a historic moment deserving of commemoration. Visit the link below to learn more and reserve your spot.
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ALBUM RELEASE PARTY
With In-Person & Virtual Listening Options
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On Saturday, August 28, at 8:00 p.m., singer-songwriter Ari Pluznik and his fellow musicians celebrate the release of their debut album. Join Ari and the Buffalo Kings online or in person at the Creative Alliance to enjoy an evening of their special brand of well-traveled folk music. Get tickets at the link below.
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BLACK FEMME SUPREMACY FILM FEST
An Exceptional Year
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Since 2018, the Black Femme Supremacy Film Fest has centered Black femme stories and celebrated Black queer, gender non-conforming, and trans community of filmmakers of all ethnicities and nationalities. The 2021 festival will run from September 5–11. Tickets and details are available below.
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VEGAN RESTAURANT WEEK
The Feast Ends This Sunday
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Good food is art — and the Baltimore-based chefs participating in Maryland Vegan Restaurant Week are some of the most skilled culinary artisans who have ever roasted a vegetable. Before the weekend is out, check out the vegan specials at Land of Kush, Terra Cafe, The Big Bean Theory, Sweet 27, My Mamas Vegan, Golden West Cafe, Char'd City, and more! Details below. |
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EXPLORE THE COLOR OF MUSIC
Free Concert Debuting New Works
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The Baltimore Composers Forum is hosting a micro-brewed virtual mini concert series titles "Four Colors, Four Elements." This selection of short works will debut on Saturday, September 4, at 8:15 p.m. It's free to attend, and you can participate in a live discussion during the premiere.
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THE SECRET LIFE OF EARTH
Current Mega-Exhibit at AVAM Closes Soon
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Now through September 5 at the American Visionary Arts Museum, experience an exhibit that is described as "one part visual Earth love feast and two parts environmental crash course on the wonders and fragility of life on our one blue homegirl planet." People of all ages will get swept up in the uniqueness of this incredible planet. Tickets and details below.
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HEALING TRAUMA THROUGH ART
Holistic Dance Therapy Program
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This fall, Ballet After Dark is offering free holistic dance therapy classes starting Wednesday, September 8. This incredible organization prioritizes the healing of Black and Brown survivors and is the only trauma-informed, holistic dance therapy program designed to help survivors of sexual assault and intimate partner violence reclaim their bodies. For more information, including how to support this important programming, click the button below.
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ARTS & CULTURE NEWS
In Case You Missed It
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MUSEUM WORKERS DEMAND UNION RECOGNITION |
Earlier this month, museum workers and allies — including Sen. Cory McCray and City Councilman Ryan Dorsey — rallied outside the Walters Art Museum to demand union recognition by management. Read the full story, and find out how you can support the museum workers' efforts, at the link below.
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TRADING THE COURT FOR CANVAS |
A star basketball player at Towson University has stepped away from the sport to pursue painting, and his work is garnering him just as many fans as his moves on the court. Learn more about Chinedu Victor Uyaelunmo and his incredibly moving work at the link below.
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NETFLIX'S 'REALLY LOVE' HAS WEST BALTIMORE ROOTS |
Filmmaker, director, and Baltimore native Angel Kristi Williams puts her twist on a love-at-first-sight story with Really Love — out now on Netflix. You can read about Baltimore's influence on her work in her own words at the link below.
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2021 TRAWICK PRIZE FINALISTS ANNOUNCED |
The Trawick Prize is an annual regional Contemporary Art Awards founded by Carol Trawick. The finalists for this year's juried art competition and exhibition have been announced — and the honorees include several talented Baltimore artists. Find out who below.
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AVAM TO BE RECOGNIZED BY COMEDIAN JOHN OLIVER |
The American Visionary Arts Museum at the Inner Harbor is getting some recognition (and some much-needed funds) from John Oliver and his crew at The Daily Show. Not only that, but the Maryland Food Bank will benefit from a generous donation as well. Read the full story below.
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CALL FOR ARTISTS
Get Your Application in Now
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Each year BOPA provides Baltimore City-based organizations and local venues/event spaces with operating budgets under $300,000 grants that range from $250–1,000 to produce free cultural events in Baltimore City during the month of October.
We also provide an opportunity for organizations with operating budgets over $300,000 to participate in Free Fall Baltimore by promoting their events and incorporating them into the Free Fall calendar.
Individual artists/creatives are allowed to apply for this grant if their event is also free and open to the public and located in a public space or Baltimore-based venue. Click on the button below to apply now.
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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.
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Photo credits: Edwin Remsberg and Tiffany Thompson |
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See the full list of farmers, food vendors, and Bazaar artisans by visiting the link below! |
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SEND BOPA YOUR EVENTS
So We Can Help Spread the Word
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If you have an upcoming event you want featured in BOPA's Art Around Town newsletter, click on the button below and send us an email! |
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Make sure to keep virtually in touch with BOPA! Follow us @promoandarts for your dose of art, to receive local arts resources, and to learn about how Baltimore's creative community is keeping the arts thriving.
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BOPA is proud to serve as your arts council, event center, and film office. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, we are committed to ensuring Baltimore remains a vibrant, thriving arts community. We cannot do it without the support of our community – philanthropic funders, program partners, artists, volunteers, and you!
Please support BOPA to keep the arts thriving in Baltimore. Click the donate button below and follow the instructions. Thank you!
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