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DISTRICT Arts, a contemporary art gallery located in Downtown Frederick, in conjunction with The Frederick Community College Visual Arts Program, is pleased to present Paintings from the Watercolor Studio Class taught by Ms. Behnaz Ghorbani.  Works will include, Landscape, Portrait and Still-life. An opening reception with the artists will take place on Saturday, March 7, 2020 from 5 – 7pm. The exhibition runs from March 4 to April 5, 2020, during which works by the other gallery artists will remain on display. The exhibition is free and open to the public. All are welcome. Visit our website for gallery hours. […]

Join us for a workshop with the award-winning artist Wing Young Huie Huie has won numerous fellowships, grants and awards including the McKnight Foundation Distinguished Artist Award. Wing Young-Huie is well-known for innovative photography projects which engage the community. This interactive workshop will include an activity wherein participants engage with each other around open-ended prompts such as: “What is something no one would know just by looking at you?” Bring your camera or i-phone for taking photos. Contact the Frederick Arts Council for more information info@frederickartscouncil.org 301-662-4190

TAG/The Artists Gallery is on the move! The group is in the process of securing a new space to display the work of its 21 full and associate members. TAG will celebrate its 30th anniversary in October. The artists-owned gallery has been at 216 N Market St since 2014. The Last Picture Show features 2D and 3D art in a variety of styles and media by all its members. TAG/The Artists Gallery is expected to reopen at its new location on May 1. Stay tuned for details! March 6 through April 18 Opening Reception: March 7, 5 to 9 Closing […]

rejuvenate your mind, body, and spirit as you rest in Restorative Yoga postures supported by blankets, pillows and bolsters in relaxing poses. A combination of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls will be played by Sangeet during the practice. This sound experience works along the energy meridians to allow blockages to soften and release to create more flow. During your 20 minute super supported savasana, Sangeet will play the gong. Vibrations created from the gong calm the mind to support a deeply relaxing, meditative state. They have been shown to increase endorphin levels to bring relief from physical pain, boost the […]

The Frederick County Alumnae Chapter of Delta Sigma Theta Sorority, Inc. hosts a Wellness Community Chat. Presented by Political Awareness & Involvement, Physical & Mental Health, International Awareness & Involvement Committees and our Community Partners.  

During the first weekend of March, there are 8 magical doors hidden in the businesses of Downtown Frederick. Who lives in them and can you find them all? Begin your search at Dancing Bear Toys (15 E Patrick St) to pick up your clue sheet and list of locations. For more info, follow @adoorefrederick on Instagram!

Join us each First Saturday for Creative Outlet, a drop-in art program for all ages! Each session provides an opportunity to engage in art activities that focus on a different artist from throughout the nation and the world. Explore different mediums in a fun and open atmosphere while creating works of art in our spacious studios. $2 per artist. All ages welcome. This time, celebrate the textile art of Anni Albers by weaving warm and cool colors! Creative Outlet is sponsored by RBC Wealth Management in Frederick

Francis Scott Key Lions Club presents Canines on the Creek, a Dog Parade and St. Patrick’s Day Costume Contest! Dress up you and your pooch in your best St. Patrick’s Day get up! In conjunction with Downtown Frederick’s First Saturday… happening rain or shine! Registration is required. Advance Registration fee is $15 per dog (or 2 dogs for $25) and day-of registration fee is $20 per dog (or 2 dogs for $35). All proceeds benefit Lions Club Leader Dog™ Program, which provides Leader Dogs™ to blind and low-sight individuals. Event Location: Carroll Creek Park Trellis and Amphitheater area Register by calling […]

Join us for the first installment of this spring series sponsored by Frederick Community College, Frederick County Public Libraries, and the Delaplaine! Shemica Sheppard will facilitate a discussion of the history of the art, music, and culture that was developed in the Bronx, New York City, during the 1970s as an underground movement by African and Latino Americans, and how it led hip hop to become some of the most influential music in the world today. The session will feature artworks by Peter Arizmendi, Devon Mathis, and Taurean Washington. FREE ADMISSION

Join Dr. April Jehan Morris, Assistant Professor of Art History at Hood College and co-editor of The Crusades and Visual Culture, to discuss serpents, skeligs, and a manuscript called both “the work of angels” and “the product of a cold-blooded hallucination.” Explore legends, historical events, and artworks, bringing into focus the complex variety of ideas and forms of faith from that time and place. The lecture will be accompanied by a tasting of whiskey from McClintock Distillery and coffee from Dublin Roasters. FREE ADMISSION

Capture YOUR energetic signature in living color. Om Chakra is hosting an Aura/Chakra Photo Day on March 16th from 8AM-4:30PM. For your appointment, call Om Chakra at (301) 228-3392. Scan of your personal energetic signature Full color print outs Short discussion 23 page analysis emailed

POSTPONED: Due to concerns around COVID-19, this event has been postponed until a future date, to be determined. Once we have a new date set, we will notify all interested attendees as soon as possible. We encourage you to continue to support our small businesses during this difficult time. If you need any information about food delivery and takeout, remote shopping options, or how to buy gift cards (spend money now to support local businesses, treat yourself to a prepaid activity later in the year!) — we are constantly updating our website with this information at staging-dtwnfrederick.kinsta.cloud/covid-19. Thank you for […]

NoteWorthy Frederick is hosting online livestreams of local musicians doin’ their thing! Tune in at www.facebook.com/NoteWorthy21701

Tsunami Ramen is having a Pop-Up at Lazy Fish on March 20-21, 2020. This is carry-out only and you have to pick up from Lazy Fish (10 E Patrick St). 4 Ramen to Choose from: Tonkotsu, Shoyu, Spicy Miso & Miso. Thank you for your support and we can’t wait to serve you, also hopefully soon in our new restaurant. Please Call (301) 695-9656 to place your order.

Missing the local musical talent you used to enjoy at Idiom and other venues in town? Join us for live music livestream WATCH PARTIES straight from Idiom Brewing’s taproom. We’re hosting all our favorite local artists for live music livestream performances on Facebook! These musicians will be playing for tips only, so tune in to see how you can send them a few dollars! Keep your eye out for more dates and artist announcements. Tune in to our first (technically second) watch party Friday, 3/20/20 around 7pm! Look for the show to be linked here!

We’re launching our second season of the What is Black? Podcast with a LIVE recording! You’re invited to commemorate this special episode by being a part of the audience. I’ll be interviewing children’s author and illustrator, Vanessa Brantley-Newton! Join us for food, fun and a meet and greet with author/illustrator Vanessa Brantley-Newton! We will be collecting children’s books to promote reading by donating to local charity, The Housing Authority of Frederick City. General admission is free. Please register below.   FAQs What are my transportation/parking options for getting to and from the event? On street metered parking and local parking garages available. Click here for […]

April First Saturday is this weekend and, although there’s nothing we’d rather do than gather together for music in the streets, late-night shopping and dining, it’s comforting to know that we can still extend our appreciation and support to the many small businesses that are the heartbeat of Downtown Frederick… just in a slightly different way than we’re used to. Join us this weekend, as we take First Saturday ONLINE!     Tune in at any point on Saturday. We’ll have local shopping and dining features all day long, share ways that our community can band together during this difficult […]

Now you can take a virtual tour of Gallery 322 on Google Maps; try it here!

Featuring company members, teaching artists, and more, MET presents Ghostlight Melodies: an Online Cabaret of Hope! 18 MET-affiliated artists will present songs from artists ranging across many genres, promoting hope and illumination in the state of our world today. Ghostlight Melodies will premiere on MET’s Facebook page on Saturday, April 18 at 7pm. The cabaret is free for all to attend, though viewers are encouraged to donate to MET to support our operations as a mask-making facility, and in preparation for reopening.

POSTPONED: Due to concerns around COVID-19, this event has been postponed until a future date, to be determined. Once we have a new date set, we will notify all interested attendees as soon as possible. We encourage you to continue to support our small businesses during this difficult time. If you need any information about food delivery and takeout, remote shopping options, or how to buy gift cards (spend money now to support local businesses, treat yourself to a prepaid activity later in the year!) — we are constantly updating our website with this information at staging-dtwnfrederick.kinsta.cloud/covid-19. Thank you for […]