Frederick Arts Council
Board of Directors
Executive Committee
Stephen Parnes, President
Noel Manalo, Vice President
Angela Murphy, Treasurer
Jim Caruso, Secretary
Directors
John D'Amore
Jessica Fitzwater
Sarah Hurwitz
Sean Morrissey
William Randall
Robin Sagoskin
Frederick City Liaison
Carol Krimm, Alderman
Frederick County Liaison
Paul Smith, County Commissioner
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Frederick Arts Council
11 West Patrick Street, Suite 201
Frederick, MD 21701
301-662-4190
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Did we get your attention?
In case you hadn't noticed, our address has changed! We have officially moved into new office space on Patrick Street. Not everything has changed - you can still reach us anytime at the same old phone number and email address.
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February 2014
At 81%, Marylanders overwhelmingly agree that "a vibrant arts community makes Maryland a better place to live," according to a new statewide public opinion survey released by the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC). According to the results, two out of three Marylanders say the state should encourage and promote artistic expression and access to the arts, with top priorities including art and creativity in communities, exposure to the arts in schools and opportunities for artists to be successful.
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Why join the Frederick Arts Council?
The Arts are vital to the quality of life you enjoy in Frederick County. Whether you're engaged in the arts as an audience member, patron, educator or artist, the Frederick Arts Council is your arts ally. Our purpose is to foster an environment where the arts may flourish in our community through grants and scholarships, arts advocacy and links to essential resources.
Please consider joining today!
Did You Know? - Frederick Arts Council members receive a 10% discount on events at the Weinberg Center. Just present your membership card at the box office at time of purchase.
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SAVE THE DATES!
The 21st Annual Frederick Festival of the Arts is scheduled for Friday, June 6 through Sunday, June 8.
Interested in performing at the Festival or volunteering at the Festival?
Contact Kris Fair for more information, and stay tuned for more announcements!
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Submissions to ART LINK
Submissions are due the first and third Monday of each month. Photos need to be in a jpeg format with 200dpi.
You or your organization must be a current member of the FAC to promote your event. If you wish to become a member or have questions please send an email to: [email protected]
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To view "ART Link" in a format that supports all email versions, please choose the "Click Here" link at the top of your email. Thanks!
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2014 Annual Juried Exhibit
The Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center announces a Call for Entry for:
2014 Annual Juried Exhibit
May 3 - June 22
All media are eligible
Juror: Margaret Winslow, Associate Curator for Contemporary Art, Delaware Art Museum
Entries must be postmarked or hand-delivered to the Delaplaine by Friday, April 5, 2014 at 5:00pm. More information about submission guidelines, fees, awards, and juror Margaret Winslow can be found here.
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Affair of the Heart
Heartly House, which serves victims and survivors of domestic violence, sexual assault and child abuse in Frederick County, is hosting a fundraiser and major community event on Thursday, May 8, titled Affair of the Heart. The theme of this year's annual event is "The HeART of Heartly House," and the program will include both silent and live auctions of artwork inspired by this theme.
In association with the Frederick Arts Council, Heartly House is soliciting art from artists reflecting and inspired by this year's theme.
For more information including the artist application, please visit the
Frederick Arts Council website.
Applications need to be completed and received no later than Friday, March 8.
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3630 Poffenberger Road, Jefferson, MD 21755 | 240-490-5484
Winter Words: Poetry Writing Workshop
Saturday, February 22 | 10:00 am - 2:30 pm
Winter's open vistas and quiet landscapes offer writers time to reflect, compose and hear the songs in the trees. Through poetry, students in this workshop will examine their connections to nature and a sense of place. If weather permits we will also venture outside to collect elements from the landscape-twigs, stones, leaves, images, daydreams, and memories-- to incorporate into our poems.
This workshop is for anyone wishing to explore language, imagination and poetry. We will work on three writing prompts in the morning and after lunch we will each share one poem aloud during a guided feedback workshop. No previous poetry-writing experience is required; this class is open to all. Susan Cohen will lead this workshop.
Cost $20, Coffee/Tea provided, bring your own lunch and notebook/pen
To register, or for more info, go to the Fox Haven Learning Center website.
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Potters' Guild of Frederick
New Year, New Member Show!!!
Throughout the month of February, The Potters' Guild of Frederick will be holding a New Member Show featuring the work of three talented local artists: Margarita Pretzel-Lidstrom, Steve Yarnall, and Dennis Stark.
Potters' Guild of Frederick - Gallery Store
14 South Market Street
Frederick, MD
Gallery Hours:
Wed-Fri 11am-5pm
Sat 10am-9pm
Sun 12-5pm
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 The Artists' Gallery 4 East Church Street Open Fri-Sun Noon-5pm "For Art's Sake" 2014 Patron Show February 28 - March 23 
"Site # II" by Jan McIntyre Lamb, monoprint |
"Ferrari's Casbah" by Marc Weinberg, archival photographic print |
The "For Art's Sake" 2014 Patron Show is a special exhibit by all 22 members of The Artists' Gallery where each of the 44 works of art, including ceramics, paintings, mixed media and photography, will go home with ticket holders at the end of the show. On Sunday, March 23, the lottery starts at 2pm with a drawing for ticket order. Only 44 tickets will be sold, for $100 each. To buy a ticket, email [email protected] or stop by the gallery.
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"Japan" by Liz Holm, acrylic on paper |
"Spiral Hybrid" by Lisa Tackett Reed, oil on panel |
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Current Exhibits
Last weekend (through February 23) to see current exhibits:
Laurie Tylec
Tom Cheche
Cindy Stegle
Pleiades Artists
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Hunter Wyatt-Brown, III
March 1-April 27 |
Frederick All-County Student Art
March 1-30 |
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Linda Slattery-Sherman
March 1-April 19 |
Erin Merritt
March1-April 27 |
Delaplaine Visual Arts Education Center40 Carroll Creek Parkway Frederick, MD 21701 www.delaplaine.org |
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Frederick - Places & Faces:
Andrew Murdock
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On exhibit now through March at Unique Optique
Tuesday through Saturday 10am-6pm, Wednesday until 8pm
9 W. Patrick St., Frederick, MD 21701
(301) 620-8590
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Local Theatre/Dance/Music
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Calvary's 2013-14 Community Concert Series
presented by the Music and Arts Ministry
Calvary United Methodist Church
131 West Second Street | Frederick, MD 21701
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Monday, March 3, 2014 at 7 pm
Lycoming College Tour Choir
Join us for a wonderful evening of choral music by this 45-member choir of Lycoming College, from Williamsport, PA. Directed by Dr. Christopher Jackson, this national and internationally touring choir will delight you with classic works by Bach, Mendelssohn, and Mozart, along with international folk songs, American spirituals and hymns, and a new composition by Westminster Choir College alumnus Nathan Jones. |
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Lenten Organ Recital Series
Beginning Thursday, March 6, and each Thursday through April 10, Calvary United Methodist Church will host the 2014 Lenten Organ Recital Series featuring organists from area churches. The 30-minute recitals are free and open to the public, and will begin at 12 noon.
The recitals offer a time for reflection, personal meditation, and relaxation while enjoying beautiful music from a variety of musical genres. The recitals feature Calvary's 37 rank Moller pipe organ and a vast repertoire of sacred and secular works, including pieces familiar to many.
March 6
Kenneth Lowenberg, Minister of Music Emeritus
Chevy Chase Presbyterian Church, Washington, DC
March 13
Brian Bartoldus, Music Director & Organist
Frederick Presbyterian Church
March 20
William Powell, Director of Music/Organist at Glade United Church of Christ, Walkersville
Organist and Traditional Choir Director at St. Timothy's Catholic Church, Walkersville
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The Frederick Chorale and the Choruses of Mount St. Mary's University
present a concert of love songs through the ages. From early English Madrigal's to Queen's Freddie Mercury, it's all about LOVE!
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5 Willowdale Drive - Frederick, MD 21702
Box Office: (301) 662-6600
 THE SOUND OF MUSIC
Now - March 15, 2014
When a postulant proves too high-spirited for the religious life, she is dispatched to serve as governess for the seven children of a widowed naval Captain. Her growing rapport with the youngsters, coupled with her generosity of spirit, gradually captures the heart of the stern Captain, and they marry. Upon returning from their honeymoon they discover that Austria has been invaded by the Nazis, who demand the Captain's immediate service in their navy. The family's narrow escape over the mountains to Switzerland on the eve of World War II provides one of the most thrilling and inspirational finales ever presented in the theatre.
Performances are every Friday and Saturday evening, with matinees on the 1st, 3rd, and 5th Sundays of each month. To purchase tickets, call the Box Office at (301) 662-6600.
CHILDREN'S THEATRE
TILLY THE TRICKSTER
Now - April 5, 2014
Molly Shannon has created numerous unforgettable characters on Saturday Night Live and in movies such as Superstar and Never Been Kissed and now introduces young readers to her latest hilarious creation, Tilly the Trickster. Tilly is a mischievous girl who loves nothing more than causing a little trouble. From leaking cups to toothpaste-flavored cookies, Tilly has a trick for everyone: her mom, dad, brother, classmates, and even her teacher. But when the tables are turned and her family does some scheming of its own, will Tilly decide to change her trickster ways?
Performances are every Saturday afternoon and the 2nd and 4th Sunday of each month. To purchase tickets, call the Box Office at (301) 662-6600. |
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Maryland Ensemble Theatre
31 West Patrick Street
Frederick, MD 21701
Box Office: 301-694-4744
 
A hilariously dark martial war of words between dysfunctional middle-aged couple, George and Martha, as they entertain a young professor and his wife. As the cocktails flow, the secrets spill and leave an indelible stain during an all-night battle of mind games and sexual intrigue. Albee's Tony Award winning masterpiece still packs a punch as it builds to its climatic revelatory conclusion that has shocked audiences for years. For mature audiences.
Through March 9
Thursdays-Saturdays at 8pm
Sundays 2/23 & 3/2 at 2pm, 3/9 at 7pm
Tickets: Adults $25.50, Students/Seniors $21.50, Thursdays $16.50
(includes $1.50 ticketing fee)
Call the box office or go to Maryland Ensemble Theatre to purchase your tickets now!
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24/7 Dance Studio
482-A Prospect Blvd. | Frederick, MD 21701 | 301-846-4247
Hero for the Arts
5K and 1 Mile Fun Run
benefiting the
24/7 Student Repertory Companies Click on the image to register! Other Upcoming Events: Click on either poster for more information!
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The Frederick Arts Council promotes, supports and
advocates for the arts in Frederick County, Maryland.
11 West Patrick Street, Suite 201
Frederick, MD 21701
301-662-4190
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