September 2023 e-newsletter | |
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2023 Grants for Individual Artists (ARGOS)
Application is open!
St. Mary’s County Arts Council seeks to provide support for individual artists who reside in St. Mary's County. These $500 grants may be used for living and medical expenses, art supplies, studio rental, marketing costs, or equipment repairs. Full guidelines are available here. This program has been made possible through the ARGOS grant from the Maryland State Arts Council.
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2023 Community Art Interest Survey | |
We want to hear from you! St. Mary's County Arts Council would like to provide more opportunities for our residents to engage "hands-on" with the arts. Help us create a community arts center program with the activities YOU want to do! One participant will be selected at random to win a prize. Click here to access the survey. | |
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Our September Spotlight is shining brightly on Scott Tippett of murd3rBIRD! Scott is a Designer Toy Artist, specializing in resin casting and 3D artwork. His themes range from creepy to cute in a wide array of fun and funky characters.
Click here for the full spotlight story. This series is in partnership with The Southern Maryland Chronicle.
Find a list of all past/present featured artists on our website.
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Arts & Entertainment First Friday
Various locations in Leonardtown
September 1 from 10 AM - 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! Check out the Visit Leonardtown MD website as there are many other events around town beyond those listed here.
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Audience Participation Drum Circle
Grassy area adjacent to SMC Arts Council
September 1 from 5 - 5:30 PM
Our drum circle will be hosted in a 30-minute pop-up format! All ages & skill levels welcome. Bring an instrument or borrow one. Details here.
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SMC Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop
22660 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD
September 1 from 11 AM - 8 PM, Reception 5 - 8 PM
Our annual Art Walk contest opens on September 1st! Locally created art work will be featured at businesses in downtown Leonardtown. Come vote for your favorite pieces! Meet the artists at our reception. Click here for full event details.
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Old Jail Museum & Leonardtown Visitor Center
41625 Courthouse Dr, Leonardtown, MD
September 1 from 10 AM - 7 PM
Take a tour of this fascinating historical site (and also the Visitor Center!). Learn more here or call 240-925-3427. FREE admission!
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New Art Show at the North End Gallery
41652 Fenwick St, Leonardtown, MD
Opening Reception September 1 from 5 - 8 PM
The NEG, along with the Southern Maryland Poets, present Art & Poetry Mashup. Poetry will be featured beside paired paintings, pottery, photography, jewelry & fused glass. Learn more at the NEG website and also on Facebook. On September 10th at 2 PM, poets will present their vocal interpretation of the art at a special reading.
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Live Music at the Port of Leonardtown Winery
23190 Newtowne Neck Rd, Leonardtown, MD
September 1 from 5:30 - 8:30 PM
Enjoy live music with the Amongst Friends Duo and delicious dining from food truck Gato Tacos at the POL Winery! Visit the POL Facebook page and website Event Calendar for details.
Also view artwork by Cindy Martin-Brennan during the month of September as a collaboration between the Arts Council and winery!
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The Yellow Line
Design Your Own Pin and Our TopArt Challenge.
22715 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD
September 1 from 6:30 - 8 PM
Design your own unique Art Pin AND be among the first to see the results of our Professional Development group and their new brands! Learn more here. The class fee is $10.
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Leonardtown Arts & Entertainment (A&E) Month
September 2023 - a month of special events
Leonardtown celebrates the 10th Anniversary of being named an official Arts & Entertainment District with activities including a sidewalk art competition, plein air painting event, movie festival screenings, live music followed by a fireworks extravaganza, and much more! Details here. Events are sponsored in part by SMC Arts Council.
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St. Mary's College of Maryland | |
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toward a self-made shore
47645 College Dr, St Marys City, MD (Boyden Gallery)
Opening Reception September 6 from 7:30 - 8:30 PM
Through the work of three photographers, this exhibition considers histories of the Black experience in St. Mary’s County, Southern Maryland, and beyond. The Opening Reception will feature photographers Mikael Levin, Taj Reed, and Susan McNeill (daughter of late photographer Robert McNeill). Click here for details. Open to all.
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Second Friday Social at SMC Arts Council
22660 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD
September 8 from 1 - 2 PM
Meet the SMC Arts Council staff, other artists, friends of the Arts Council, and anyone else who would like to stop by and visit. This is an informal hour designed to create connections.
Bring your favorite beverage if you like. You are also welcome to bring your current art project. We always enjoy seeing everyone's work! Click here for additional info. No need to rsvp, just stop in!
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Indigenous Heritage Day
18751 Hogaboom Lane, St. Mary's City, MD
September 9 from 10 AM - 4 PM
The annual event will be filled with ongoing demonstrations at the Woodland Indian Hamlet that highlight traditional methods in hide tanning, pottery, cooking, and more! Full details available here. Image from: www.hsmcdigshistory.org
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End of Summer 2023
23971 Mervell Dean Rd, Hollywood, MD (Toots)
September 9 from 12 PM - 12 AM
Local musicians are raising money and donations for the St. Mary’s County Schools Band and Orchestra programs! There will be live music, vendors, a food truck & more starting at noon. Details available here.
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Southern MD Traditional Music & Dance | |
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Contra Dance & Ice Cream Social
37497 Zack Fowler Rd, Chaptico, MD
September 9 from 7 - 9:30 PM
Get ready to swing, promenade, and do-si-do to lively jigs, reels & waltzes played by the Southern MD Open Band with caller Jason Little. No partner/experience required. Lessons for new and inexperienced dancers begin at 7 PM. Click here for details. Photo by Erin Jewell.
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Southern MD Resource Conservation & Development | |
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Sunday Eco-School
29133 Thompson Corner Rd, Charlotte Hall, MD
September 10 from 1 - 2:30 PM
Join the Southern MD Resource Conservation & Development group at The Barns at New Market for a guided walk and talk with a Maryland Master Naturalist followed by a craft sponsored by the St. Mary's County Arts Council. Each month will feature a new topic. This is a free event but registration in advance is required Visit the SoMD RC&D website for additional details.
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People and Perspectives w/ David Moulton
44300 Sotterley Lane Hollywood, MD
September 13 from 7 - 8:30 PM
David Moulton will discuss the role Historic Sotterley has played in finding ways to bale hay while trying not to harm baby birds at the same time. Free event. Learn more here.
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Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira w/ Richard Osban
37497 Zack Fowler Rd, Chaptico, MD
September 15 from 7:30 - 10 PM (doors open at 7 PM)
Jocelyn Pettit & Ellen Gira are a dynamic fiddle & cello duo, seamlessly interweaving traditional melodies with innovative original compositions. Richard Osban is a talented guitarist based in Baltimore. Learn more here at the Southern Maryland Traditional Music & Dance website.
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Piney Point Lighthouse Museum | |
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RetroFest on the Potomac
44720 Lighthouse Road, Piney Point, MD
September 16 from 10 AM - 4 PM
Enjoy LIVE music, beer and food trucks, delicious ice cream, vintage cars included a newly added car show, family activities and crafts, "retro" activities and demos throughout the day, plus much more vintage fun. Admission is FREE. Learn more here or call (301) 994-1471.
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Annmarie Sculpture Garden & Arts Center | |
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Artsfest '23 Fine Arts Festival
13470 Dowell Road, Solomons, MD
September 16 and 17 from 10 AM - 5 PM
Artsfest is a fabulous weekend of the visual and performing arts with 170+ artists booths, 35 performers, activities for children, food, wine, beer, and much more! Learn more here. Find the SMC Arts Council staff there! (The SMC Arts Council office & gallery will be closed on Saturday, September 16th as our staff will be present at this event.)
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Patuxent River Naval Air Museum | |
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Wheels & Wings
22156 Three Notch Rd, Lexington Park, MD
September 16 from 10 AM - 4 PM
Vendors, food trucks, and museum activities will be on hand throughout the day at this fun event! Click here for ticket info and additional details. While you are there check out the Photography Exhibit by the St. Mary's County Camera Club.
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Women Veterans Healing Art Program
22715 Washington St, Leonardtown, MD
September 16 from 3 - 5:30 PM
Operation Second Chance, in partnership w/ The Yellow Line Art Studios, presents a transformative series of three free art classes designed for Post 9/11 Women Veterans in the SoMD area. Email Theresa for additional details and also to register: THERESA@OPERATIONSECONDCHANCE.ORG
Click here to read the article featured in The BayNet!
This event is sponsored in part by SMC Arts Council.
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76th Annual St. Mary's County Fair
42455 Fairgrounds Rd, Leonardtown, MD
September 21 to 24
It's fair time! Come enjoy a wide variety of exhibits and displays, delicious food, rides and games, contests, vendors and crafts and so much more! Click here to visit their website and to view the program.
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St. Mary's River Watershed Association | |
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Riverfest 2023
47418 Old State House Road, St. Mary’s City, MD
September 23 from 11 AM - 4 PM
Enjoy free admission to Historic St. Mary's Museum, live music, exhibitions/demos, crafts & more! Visit us at our table and participate in a free craft activity! Learn more here. Sponsored in part by SMC Arts Council.
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The Mystery of Edward Drood (by Rupert Holmes)
21744 South Coral Dr, Lexington Park, MD
September 29 to October 22
This musical is a murder mystery in which Edwin Drood is supposedly murdered and suspicion is cast on his uncle. Learn more here about this fascinating production. The full 2023/24 Season shows are listed on the NTP website. Also check out the The Newtowne Player's podcast!
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David Hardy & Lisa Emenheiser in Concert
Ticket sales open on September 1st!
The 2023-24 MFPH series launches on October 6th featuring David Hardy, cellist, and Lisa Emenheiser, pianist. These brilliant artists are among the most respected chamber musicians in Washington, DC and will be in concert locally for one evening only! Learn more here.
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2023-2024 Season Details
Save the dates!
COSMIC Symphony announces that the Saturday St. Mary’s County concerts are confirmed for the new Nancy R. and Norton T. Dodge Performing Arts Center in St. Mary’s City! The full schedule of concert dates and times plus additional details are available here.
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St. Mary's County Libraries | |
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Photography Show by Michael Montillo
23630 Hayden Farm Ln, Leonardtown, MD (Leonardtown Library)
August and September 2023
Come see fabulous photos by Michael Montillo at an art show in the brand new gallery located at the Leonardtown Library's Maryland Room. Click here to visit Michael's website and learn about his work.
This library show is supported by St. Mary's County Arts Council.
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Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC) | |
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Maryland Arts Directory
The Maryland Arts Directory is a free online platform that showcases the work of Maryland’s artists and arts organizations. Artists, arts-related organizations, and arts businesses can create a free Arts Directory profile to highlight their work and offerings.Click here for full details.
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American Chestnut Land Trust | |
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Art for All Seasons at ACLT - Plein Air with a Twist
Plein air artists are invited to paint through all four seasons of the year, culminating with a 16-day exhibition (Sept 28-Oct 13, 2024) at the prestigious Annmarie Sculpture Garden and Arts Center. Click here for full guidelines and registration dates.
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Click on links in blue for locations, times, and details!
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Alpaca Day/Craft/Vendor Show - all things alpaca plus much more! September 16
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Arts4All Singers - an inclusive choir and all are welcome to join!
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calvART Gallery - special events, pop-up shows, Calls for Artists & More!
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Career Opportunity - High School Art Teacher - Calverton School (Huntingtown)
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Children's Theater of Southern Maryland - classes, productions, workshops more!
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Coastal Arts Market - find local art at Leonardtown Wharf - September 16
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Maryland Volunteer Lawyers for the Arts - lectures, seminars, clinics & more!
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Mike Trujillo Music - Open Mic Nights and Karaoke Nights hosted by Mike!
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New Beginnings - news/classes/events from the Dept. of Aging & Human Services
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Ridge Volunteer Fire Dept. Community Social - live music, food, & more! Sept 7-10
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Southern MD Bluegrass Series - new concert series organized by Jay Armsworthy
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St. Maries Choral Arts - future 2023 concerts to be announced soon!
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Taste of St. Mary's - delicious food, music, and much more! September 30
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CALLS FOR ARTISTS/VENDORS!
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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: Wed thru Sat from 11 AM to 4 PM
Email us at: info@smcart.org or call (240) 309-4061
We will be closed on Saturday, September 16th for ArtsFest.
Starting on September 1st we will be open on Fridays until 4 PM instead of 6 PM per the change from summer hours. On First Fridays we will be open untl 8 PM.
22660 Washington St., Leonardtown, MD 20650 (physical address)
PO Box 1310, Leonardtown, MD 20650 (mailing address)
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