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This program features music in celebration of the marvelous new pipe organ at St. Joseph Parish in Cockeysville. Bach composed Cantata 194 Highest Wish for the Joy Feast for the dedication of a church and new organ at Störmthal, Germany in 1723. Also enjoy movements of Cantata 29 We Give You Thanks, O God, the monumental Passacaglia and Fugue in C minor for organ, Handel’s Organ Concerto in G minor, and Giazotto’s Adagio in G minor performed in this glorious new worship and concert space. Kids can come for FREE to this concert! -
-FREE children’s bike safety event: Grade school age children come on out for an opportunity to learn, practice, and demonstrate your bicycle handling skills on seven different agility stations; have your helmet checked, and earn your bike “driver’s” license. Trek Bicycle of Ellicott City will be there, as well as Bull on the Loose food truck and the I Scream Truck.
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This black-tie gala is an annual fundraising event. Guests are entertained with live cultural music, dance, poetry and other cultural activities. There is auction and raffle of artwork, and cultural artifacts to raise funds to support Sankofa’s initiatives. -
County Executive Calvin Ball and the Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Commission, in partnership with the Inner Arbor Trust, are delighted to invite you to the 4th annual AAPI Festival at Merriweather Park at Symphony Woods!
Immerse yourself in a day filled with cultural performances, live music, delicious food, art, and interactive activities that honor the rich traditions and diverse stories of the AAPI community.
Join us for a FREE, family-friendly celebration of culture, community, and connection in the heart of Downtown Columbia, Maryland!
Live Performances: Enjoy music, dance, martial arts, and more performances showcasing the diversity of AAPI cultures.
Food Vendors: Savor a variety of authentic Asian and Pacific Islander cuisines from area restaurants and food trucks!
Local Vendors: Shop small and support local AAPI artisans and businesses.
Community Engagement: Learn about important issues, organizations, and resources supporting the AAPI community.
Games and Crafts: Try out drums, practice your origami, and play games in the park.
Whether you identify as AAPI or simply want to experience and support this beautiful culture, we welcome you with open arms. This festival is family-friendly and perfect for all ages! -
Could you be part of an improvised musical? Now’s your chance!
Starting Thursday, May 1, the next Intro to Musical Improv class for adults with Baltimore Improv Group begins at The BIG Theater! If you read that and you're curious, here's the info:
This class is perfect for shower singers, grown-up musical theater kids, karaoke lovers, and anyone who’s ever dreamed of belting out show tunes on stage. Whether you love singing in the car, miss theater from high school, or just want to try something joyful and different, this class is for you!
You’ll build songs and scenes from scratch, with classmates who are just as new (and nervous!) as you. It’s a 4-week class, plus a final showcase where you perform a completely improvised musical: villains, heroes, group numbers, and all!
The class will be on Thursdays from May 1st to May 22nd, with a showcase on Thursday, May 29th. Class time is from 6:30–9:30 pm, and the cost for the 4 weeks is $180.
Sign up here: baltimoremusicalimprov.com/may
You don’t have to know how—that’s what we’re here for. This class is carefully designed to help you grow. Each skill builds on the next, so you’ll go from “I don’t sing” to “wait... did I just sing a duet?” Think less “perfect pitch,” more “musical mischief”!
Lots of people who take this class have never done improv! Or haven’t sung since high school! Or are just unsure about what to expect. But now, they’re performing in shows, creating improv teams, and feeling braver in everyday life. You’ll also pick up theater skills like projecting your voice, owning your space on stage, and engaging your audience.
Why this class? Why now?
Whether you want to become a better performer, boost your confidence, or just have fun, musical improv can change your life! It helps you get out of your head, be more playful, and surprise yourself.
If this idea’s been sitting in the back of your mind for a while, this is your invitation. We’ll meet you where you are.
Meet Your Teachers
Brian and Sheree have been performing together on the long-running Baltimore Musical Improv team Bad Karaoke Experience since 2017. Both trained in improv and musical improv at Baltimore Improv Group and the Magnet Theater in NYC, where they studied the specific fairy tale-style musical format taught in this class.
Fun fact: Brian is a non-practicing classical piano major. Sheree once played Dorothy in a production of The Wizard of Oz in Ohio.
Want to try a one-day workshop first?
Want to dip a toe in? Join us Friday, April 19 for a one-time workshop: Building Blocks of Musical Improv with Brian, Casey, and Alex. This 3-hour workshop is perfect for testing the waters.
Workshop info: baltimoremusicalimprov.com/buildingblocks -
La Sonora presents Chicha Morada & Colorollstories
🌿🔥 Psychedelic Cumbia Day Party – 4/20 at Stem & Vine! 🔥🌿
Preparate for a high-vibe afternoon full of trippy cumbia beats, creative play, and delicious munchies to satisfy any craving.
Featuring:
Live Music by Chicha Morada – Hypnotic cumbia so good you might levitate.
Interactive Art by Colorollstories – Color outside the lines en las nubes with interactive art that’ll have you vibing en technicolor.
Chicha Inspired Craft Cocktails by Stem & Vine – Sip on cosmic concoctions infused with the flavors of maíz morado & botanicals.
Munchies by Cocina Luchadoras – Churros and all the snackable antojitos to keep you feeling just right.
Giveaways & Surprises – Porque un poquito de magia nunca falla. 🌟
Come dance, sip, and move free in full spectrum! 🌿✨🔥 -
The Ballet Theatre of Maryland presents Swan Lake on April 25-26 at Maryland Hall!
There is no other ballet with quite the reputation as Swan Lake. This story of Odette, who has been turned into a swan by the evil sorcerer Von Rothbart, continues to captivate audiences worldwide. The noble Prince Siegfried discovers Odette and her flock of swan maidens and is moved by her plight. He wishes to swear his love to Odette to break her enchantment, but Von Rothbart has a trick up his sleeve: he appears at a royal ball with a captivating young woman who looks just like Odette. Siegfried falls for this deceit and swears his love to the wrong woman. His last hope is to return to the lake to beg for Odette’s forgiveness and try to break the enchantment another way.
With its impressive corps de ballet of swans, rousing court dances, and the infamous duality of the White and Black Swans, Swan Lake is a must-see for any ballet lover. -
The Baltimore Jazz Alliance hosts its fourth annual Jazz Conference. This free event features workshops and panel discussions on jazz-related topics, with a catered lunch, a keynote address by saxophonist Paul Carr, and a concert at 4:45 by the Thomas Schinabeck Quartet, a rising group of young Peabody musicians. Find the entire schedule and registration form at https://www.baltimorejazz.com/baltimore-jazz-conference-2025/. -
Recently engaged and looking for the perfect venue for your big day? Explore the latest trends in music, production and décor while discovering how The Hotel at the University of Maryland can bring your vision to life. Explore ballrooms decorated for the ideal wedding by our preferred vendors and chat with wedding experts, including the hotel’s dedicated wedding specialist, Kelsey Lepore. Savor Executive Chef Sanna's culinary delights and gain insights to make your wedding unforgettable. Come see why The Hotel UMD has earned a 5-star rating on WeddingWire. Don’t miss out on this unique opportunity to kickstart your wedding planning journey! Tickets for this event are $10 and can be purchased online. -
Join us at the Farm on Saturday May 10 at noon for our annual Spring Craft Fair and Maker’s Market. We’re inviting some of the best local artisans, agriculture producers, and crafters in the area for a special day at the farm. Grab a beer in the taproom (or our field bar) and browse our Market, conveniently located behind our taproom. Craft Fair with vendors will run until 4pm. No tickets needed, all seating and space on the farm is first come, first served. So bring your blanket, portable chairs, and make a day of it.
Our FARM & TASTING ROOM will be open until 7pm with 13 farm-brewed beers (& our hard seltzer) on draught and multiple options in cans available to go.
FOOD TRUCKS Jimmy’s Famous Seafood, Catalyst Hot Dog, and Manor Hill Pizza Trolley
DESSERT from Good Karma Creamery
LIVE MUSIC in the hop field from the Low Keys (12-3pm) and 100 Proof Bluegrass Band (from 3:30-6:30pm)
VENDOR LIST: Heather Liverman, Kreativity by Kenz, Magsara Styles, Lawson Pottery, BLT Creations, 7th State Designs One Hook Two Hands, Kinda jerky really nutty, Salvaged Stich, The Dapple Wood, Rustic Rivival Company, Tipware Ceramics, Glint of a Cowgirl Jewelry, Sudsy Sister’s Soap Co, Coastal Mosaic, Golden Bank Soap, Florals and Feathers, Black Sand Designs, The, Condiment Station, Vino Votive Candles, Endlessly Linked, Vicki and Deb, Mid-Atlantic Screen Printing, Boring Tie Dye, Wilde Lake Botanicals, Olney Quality Woodcrafts, Liquid Luxe Designs, EC Letters, Old Sage Farm, Naomi Haberman, Three Little Yarns, SewingJustBKuz, Art of Crafts (Please note vendor space is full and we are not accepting new applications. All vendor fees are donated to the Howard County Festival of the Arts)
And lastly, we will have an open house for our one-of-a-kind private event space… THE BARN! Walk around, grab a beer at the private bar, and check out the space so you can book your next celebration with us!
All seating on the Farm is first come, first served. We have indoor seating, a large covered tent, and plenty of outdoor space to spread out. There are several picnic tables in our field, but we also encourage you to bring your own chairs or even a portable (10×10) pop-up tent for shade and find your new favorite spot with friends.
https://www.manorhillbrewing.com/event/craftfair/
