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SMC Arts Council Scholarships |
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Scholarships for High School Seniors - apply by May 6th
The St. Mary’s County Arts Council provides scholarships up to $1,000 to support high school seniors who desire to continue with their studies in the arts following graduation. Categories include: Visual Arts, Performing Arts, & Theater Arts, details here.
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Our March Spotlight is shining brightly on photographer/ photojournalist and philanthropist Sal Icaza! Icaza is a small business owner (Solomons Island Photography) and also founded the Maryland Osprey and Nature Festival. Click here for the full story in partnership w/ The Southern Maryland Chronicle.
Find a list of all past/present featured artists on our website.
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Call for Art - Cinco de Mayo Community Art Show
Submit by April 15th
We are seeking submissions of art from the community for a special Cinco de Mayo exhibit at the St. Mary's County Gallery & Gift Shop, located in the heart of downtown Leonardtown. Details here.
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The Sound of Music
21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park, MD (Three Notch Theatre)
Now thru March 5
The final collaboration between Rodgers & Hammerstein was destined to become the world's most beloved musical! Tickets are selling quickly, details available here. Also b e sure to check out the NTP podcast!
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March Madness First Friday
Various locations in Leonardtown
March 3 from 10 AM to 8 PM (times vary per business)
Shops/art galleries/restaurants will be open for extended hours, additional info will be announced on the First Friday Facebook page!
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SMC Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop
22660 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD
March 3 from 11 AM to 8 PM
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Old Jail Museum & Visitor Center
41625 Courthouse Dr, Leonardtown, MD
March 3 from 10 AM to 7 PM
Take a tour of this fascinating historical site (and also the Visitor Center!). Details here or call 240-925-3427, FREE admission!
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North End Gallery - New Members Show
41652 Fenwick St, Leonardtown
Opening Reception March 3 from 5 to 8 PM
The NEG celebrates new members Mimi Little, Kennie Mauche and Richard McMurry! Learn more at the NEG website and on Facebook.
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Live Music at the Port of Leonardtown Winery
23190 Newtowne Neck Rd, Leonardtown, MD
March 3 from 5:30 to 8:30 PM
Live music w/ Joe Parsons and Farm Fork Soul food truck. See the POL Facebook page & Event Calendar for full music schedule!
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The Yellow Line - Irish Illustrations & Line Art
22715 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD
March 3 from 6:30 to 8 PM
Discover your leprechaun name and illustrate your favorite Irish saying. Learn more about this and other fun classes here.
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St. Mary's College of Maryland |
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Orchestra Concert - Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center
47855 College Dr, St. Mary's City, MD
March 3 from 7 to 8:30 PM
The SMCM Symphony Orchestra (under the direction of Professor of Music Jeffrey Silberschlag) will present the first of two fabulous spring concerts. Event is FREE but tickets must be reserved ahead. Learn more here.
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Patuxent River Naval Air Museum |
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PRNAM Annual Steam Day
22156 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park, MD
March 11 from 10 AM to 3 PM
Various professionals representing Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, and Math will feature fun, hands-on activities! Details here. Visit the SMC Arts Council table and help create our 3D art piece!
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Southern Maryland Folklife Center |
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Spring Workshop featuring Parran Collery
Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center
March 11 (10:30 AM to 3 PM), March 12 (12 to 2 PM)
A two-day interactive workshop to create your own Southern Maryland inspired ceramic tile with Parran Collery! Full details here. The $ 25 workshop registration covers both days.
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The Life of an Artist Concert
Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center
47855 College Dr, St. Mary's City (St. Mary's College of MD)
March 11 at 3 PM
Join COSMIC for “The Life of an Artist” concert featuring the 2020 Young Artist Competition Winner Jane Liang! (A second performance will be on March 12th in Prince Frederick). Details here. Sponsored in part by SMCAC.
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College of Southern Maryland |
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Benny C. Morgan Concert Series: ensemble 132
22950 Hollywood Rd, Leonardtown, MD (CSM Leonardtown)
March 11 from 3 to 5 PM
Award-winning chamber music collective ensemble132 will perform an amazing FREE concert! Details here.
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Outdoor Exhibits Open for the Season
18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary's City, MD
March 14 from 10 AM to 4 PM
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Grease - School Edition
21130 Great Mills Rd, Great Mills, MD
March 16 to 25, days & times vary
Don't miss the hit musical presented by the Great Mills HS Lighthouse Productions. This abridged version retains the fun-loving spirit and immortal songs that make Grease a timeless favorite, learn more here.
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St. Mary's County Recreation & Parks |
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Cherry Blossom Festival
21675 South Coral Dr, Lexington Park/ Lexington Manor Passive Park
March 18 from 12 to 4 PM
Enjoy disc golf instruction, fun runs, skateboarding demos, face painting, arts & crafts, food trucks, live music & more! Details available here. Visit the staff from SMC Arts Council at our table!
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THE METROPOLITAN OPERA: LOHENGRIN
44800 Oak Crest Dr, California, MD (Lexington Exchange Movies 12)
March 18 at 12 PM
Director François Girard unveils an atmospheric staging that weds his striking visual style to Wagner’s breathtaking music. With Music Director Yannick Nézet-Séguin on the podium to conduct a supreme cast, led by tenor Piotr Beczała in the title role of the mysterious Swan Knight. Full details here. S ee theater's website for schedule/ ticket info.
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Mid-Atlantic Drumset Showcase
Registration Opens March 20th!
Drummers ages 8 to 19 years old - play LIVE in Leonardtown Square for an audience of family, friends, peers, community and top professional drummers. Full details here along w/ other exciting upcoming event info! Event date is April 29th from 2 to 4:30 PM.
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The Music Man
23995 Point Lookout Rd, Leonardtown, MD
March 24 - 26 and March 30 - April 1
Join the Leonardtown High School R.O.S.E Players as they present the award-winning musical by Meredith Wilson. Learn more here.
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Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center |
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Teen Take Over
13470 Dowell Road, Solomons, MD
March 24 from 7 to 10 PM
A special night of art and music - just for teens! This FREE event includes a live band, DJ, karaoke, unique photo ops, interactive art experiences, outdoor fire pit, games, food and drink. The Vibe Check teen art exhibit will be open! Reservations are not required, (just show up!). Details here.
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Rochelle Rice in Concert
19167 Poplar Hill Ln, Valley Lee, MD
March 24 at 7:30 PM
Award-winning vocalist and composer Rochelle Rice returns to Music from Poplar Hill with a new project titled, “TELL HER THIS.". Learn more here. Sponsored in part by SMCAC.
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Southern MD Traditional Music & Dance |
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Spring Concert - The Empty Bottle String Band
37497 Zack Fowler Rd, Chaptico, MD
March 24 from 7:30 PM to 10:30 PM, doors open at 7 PM
This amazing band specializes in playing toe-tapping, highly danceable traditional Appalachian music! Learn more here.
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St. Mary's County Museums |
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Maryland Day at St. Clement's Island Museum
38370 Point Breeze Rd, Colton's Point, MD
March 25 from 10 AM to 5 PM
Celebrate Maryland's founding at the state’s birthplace at St. Clement’s Island Museum! Enjoy FREE admission and water taxi rides, official ceremony featuring guest speakers and much more. Details on Facebook or call 301-769-2222.
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Masqueerade Ball
Olde Breton Inn, Leonardtown, MD
March 25 from 6 to 10 PM
Put on your fancy clothes and a fabulous mask for an evening of music, delicious food, drinks, and more! Additional info available here.
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Salsa on the Vine - Port of Leonardtown Winery
23190 Newtowne Neck Rd, Leonardtown, MD
March 25 from 6 to 9:30 PM
Enjoy learning Salsa basics from Robin Santiago, sampling award-winning wine and open dancing. Learn more here.
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Maryland State Arts Council |
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The new "Grants for Artists" program provides financial support accompanied by recommended, MSAC-supported professional development offerings tailored to meet the needs of artists working in various genres and media. The purpose of this program is to contribute to the sustainability of artists’ livelihoods by providing funds that support working or living expenses, each grant is funded for $6,000, details here. |
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Two Opportunities to Join St. Maries Choral Arts!
St. Maries Musica is an auditioned adult choir and St. Maries Chorale is a non-auditioned community choir. Learn more about both groups here!
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St. Mary's County Library |
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Check out the library calendar for exciting news about upcoming classes, workshops, special events, craft activities, story times, book clubs, creative journaling, and so much more!
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Click on links in blue for locations, times, and details!
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CALLS FOR ARTISTS/VENDORS! *Greenwell Foundation event 4/29 - Garden themed-- seeking soaps, bird food, fresh flowers, basket weaver, garden signs, pressed flowers. $40 for 10x10 space. Email Tas at: [email protected]
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Connect w/ us on social media!
#smcartscouncil @smcartscouncil
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The St. Mary's County Arts Council is funded by a grant from the Maryland State Arts Council, an agency of the Department of Business & Economic Development,
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**Please note: BEST EFFORTS are given for accuracy, at times changes are made by event producers, see links provided re: updates and/or cancellations.
Open hours are: Wed thru Sat from 11 AM to 4 PM and 11 AM to 8 PM on First Fridays.
22660 Washington St., Leonardtown, MD 20650 (physical address)
PO Box 1310, Leonardtown, MD 20650 (mailing address)
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