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Happening at RiverArts: Salons, Classes, and Artist Roundtable Discussions

January 23, 2021 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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Watercolor, Deena Ball

Learn something new & have fun in 2021! Chestertown RiverArts offers a full slate of covid-safe programs for the winter and spring months, with new art practices, exciting guest speakers, and more. Visit the website at community.ChestertownRiverArts.org, subscribe to the Daily Dose email newsletter, and follow on social media for updates on the offerings below and more!

A RiverArts Salon is a place for lively, physically distant but socially connected conversation that goes a little bit deeper than small talk. Salons grow community connections and increased understanding every Tuesday from 5 to 5:45pm. RiverArts Salons have become increasingly popular, with guests including local luminaries from Washington College and the Eastern Shore arts community as well as global artists and scholars from Boston University, The Museum of Natural History in New York, and Hochschule für Musik Detmold, in Detmold, Germany and more.

On Tuesday, January 26, Buck Duncan, President of the Mid-Shore Community Foundation talks about the Dock Street Foundation’s Hopeful 2021 campaign and what citizens of the Shore can do to be hopeful, give back, and engage during these times. University of Auckland health researcher Paul Ware brings a perspective from another hemisphere on February 2 to lead a conversation about cultural differences between the global East and West, focusing on New Zealand and Taiwan.

Salons will continue on Tuesdays throughout the spring. Guests will include Salvadoran musician, painter, and ceramicist Fredy Granillo, theoretical astrophysicist Eve Armstrong, Jan Elvin and David White of WC-ALL, and author and founder of Black Minimalists Yolanda Acree, among others. Register at community.chestertownriverarts.org/programs/category/Salon.

Drawing by Vanna Ramirez

Do you ever wish you had a personal consultant to help you frame your work? Have questions about pricing, selling, or how to navigate the “new normal” as a working artist? New monthly Artists’ Roundtable discussions offer peer-to-peer support and a place for local artists to share ideas and experience on essential topics. Hosted by RiverArts Gallery Director Sue Wilson, the series will begin on Wednesday, January 27 at 6pmwith “Framing your Work to Exhibit.”Presenting your work professionally is a crucial part of success as an artist. From picking the right mat or frame to design, money and time saving tips and tricks, and simple how-tos, Sue will draw from her over 25 years of experience to answer your questions.

February will also bring engaging classes and opportunities to learn something new. Through a combination of Zoom sessions and detailed homework lessons, painter Deena Ball presents an in-depth exploration of watercolor painting on the first three Wednesdays in February. Later in the month, local multi-hyphenate artist Vanna Ramirez offers a one-hour drawing primer, So You Think You’d Like to Draw. And we’re excited to offer two fun free classes that support hands-on creativity at home with the camaraderie of others in our community — a “yarnstorming” session with guidance & tips on making items to contribute to Adkins Arboretum’s March event, and a TGIF-style paint night to complete a “paint at home” kit together. Kits will be available on the RiverArts website.

Register for these and other classes at community.chestertownriverarts.org/programs/category/Class. RiverArts is committed to accessible programming and to compensating artists and instructors fairly and offers virtual classes on a pay what you can basis. Those with limited funds are welcome to enjoy full access to the class for a donation of any size. Those who are able are invited to pay more, to support accessible art experiences for all.

The community is the reason RiverArts exists. Executive Director Maria Wood writes, “We are pleased to serve both our founding members and those who are just discovering RiverArts. We believe Art in all its forms is essential for expressing our responses to the good and bad we find in the world, and for building bridges from where we are to where we need to be.” RiverArts is committed to action, and loves working together with community members and their considerable talents, experiences, and ideas to build the kind of world we want to see, to make everyone’s lives more creative, colorful, and connected.

Chestertown RiverArts is a community arts center serving Kent County, Maryland and beyond. RiverArts’ mission is “growing community, creativity, and connection through the Arts.” Visit RiverArts online, call 410.778.6300, or email info@ChestertownRiverArts.org to find out more.

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New Items and a Video Tour of RiverArts Holiday Show & Sale

December 12, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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The RiverArts Holiday Show and Sale, on through December 22, is a treat for the eyes. It is updated regularly as items are sold and new ones come in. We welcome you to enjoy this festive show with holiday lights above in the breezeway and displays in the windows of the RiverArts Galleries.

Visit the RiverArts website at https://community.chestertownriverarts.org/program/holiday-shop to take a video tour. Peruse the posted offerings, which are regularly updated with the removal of items as they are sold, and new items added as stock is replenished. All are welcome to come into the galleries by setting up a 20-minute appointment online.

One reason that the Holiday Show is such a favorite tradition is the fun of sharing it with family and friends. This year, we’ve been delighted to host festive cocktail hours on Thursday evenings. Join us for the final social hour on December 17 at 5pm to chat with RiverArts Board members, artists, and friends. Feel free to ask questions, show off your purchases, and get great gift ideas for your loved ones and yourself. Just RSVP for this virtual get-together on the Holiday Show page of the website.

Photo credit: Steve Kane

More goings-on in December!!!

RiverArts Salon (free) – Tuesday, December 15, 5:00-5:45. Poetry as/and Justice with O’Neill Literary House Director James Allen Hall, who will talk about Katie Daniel’s poem, “War Photograph,” inspired by Nick Ut’s famous Pulitzer-winning photograph of a napalm attack on a village during the Vietnam War, published in 1972 in the New York Times. Register to join the discussion at www.community.chestertownriverarts.org/program/james-allen-hall, no later than noon on December 15.

Vision Boards for 2021 with Deanna Pratt  – December 17, 1:00-2:00

Create a fun vision board to help you focus on your hopes and dreams for 2021. Use visualization techniques to bring clarity to your new year’s goals and create an action plan to realize them. Register at www.community.chestertownriverarts.org/program/vision-board. Offered on a ‘pay what you can’ basis: Those with limited funds are welcome to enjoy full access to the class for whatever they can afford. Those who are able are invited to pay more, to support access to art experiences for all.

Stay informed about what’s happening at RiverArts by subscribing to the Daily Dose, a newsletter designed to keep you up-to-date on exhibits, discussions, classes, club meetings, activities and more for all ages.

Chestertown RiverArts is a community arts center serving Kent County, Maryland and beyond with exhibits, classes, children’s arts activities, and a Clay Studio. RiverArts’ mission is “growing community, creativity, and connection through the Arts.” Visit RiverArts online at www.ChestertownRiverArts.org, or connect by phone at 410.778.6300 or email at info@ChestertownRiverArts.org.

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RiverArts Holiday Show and Sale

December 2, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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Every year one of RiverArts’ most popular shows is the Holiday Show and Sale. Through December 22 this year, shopping for that special gift for a family member, a friend or maybe even yourself will be as enjoyable as ever, but even more accessible.

Twenty nine fine artists and crafters have worked in a range of media including paintings and prints, jewelry, ceramics, fiber, furniture and other wood items, as well as hand-forged pieces. Each piece is original and unique, and many items are under $100. In addition to seasonal items such as holiday cards and wreaths, they run the gamut from nautical to botanical, from classical to whimsical, from practical to festive, some decorative and some wearable.

As always you can see beautiful displays in the windows of the RiverArts Galleries where items are fully lit and can be seen from the shelter of the breezeway any time of the day. Displays will be rotated regularly to show all artwork to advantage.

Marlayn King, holly bowl

To truly accommodate all who wish to enjoy the show and do their holiday shopping from the comfort of home, visit the RiverArts online exhibit page, where each item can be viewed and purchased. After viewing the show on line, those who wish to see items in person may register for a private appointment.

Free gift wrapping is available by request. Purchases can be picked up curbside by appointment or delivered for free locally. Shipping can be arranged at an additional charge. Contact RiverArts with questions.

Visitors are asked to arrive on time and may spend a maximum of 20 minutes. Properly fitted masks must be worn (bandanas do not provide adequate protection). Social distancing is required and hand sanitizer will be available.

Have a happy holiday season and enjoy the show!

Chestertown RiverArts is a community arts center serving Kent County, Maryland and beyond with exhibits, classes, children’s arts activities, and a Clay Studio. RiverArts’ mission is “growing community, creativity, and connection through the Arts.” Visit RiverArts online at www.ChestertownRiverArts.org, or connect by phone at 410.778.6300 or email at info@ChestertownRiverArts.org.

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Open Minds, Open Hearts, & Open Eyes: October and Beyond at RiverArts

October 9, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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Chestertown RiverArts’ programming continues to provide ways for us all to be open to community, connection, and creativity. In October, explore unique outdoor classes (with masks & distancing), fun Zoom workshops, a month-long RiverArts Salon partnership with Shore Rivers, a new online photography exhibit, new art-at-home kits, and more.

Venture into wide open spaces with Vanna Ramirez’s in-person, outdoor, drawing class every Wednesday in October. Vanna is an extraordinarily talented local artist who has taught classes for RiverArts in a variety of artistic mediums and gets rave reviews for her knowledge, skill, and kindness. Registration is accepted for any or all of these Wednesday sessions, and the class is open to all ages.

Open your eyes to new vistas with Kris Kelley’s Intro to Smartphone Photography class on Wednesday, October 14 via Zoom. At the end of the class, students are invited to participate in a seven-day smartphone photography challenge, culminating in a curated virtual gallery on our website.

Kris Kelley

Open a buffet for your fine feathered friends when you make a Clay Bird Feeder in a Zoom class with Dianna Frymiare on Saturday, November 7. This class is designed for beginners as well as those who would like to build on their skills, and a video of the will be available free of charge for students to review afterwards.

Join the open dialogue of RiverArts Salons. Every Tuesday in October, the popular RiverArts Salons joins forces with ShoreRivers to present #ShoreRiverArts, a series of Salon discussions around a different aspect of the question “What is essential?” with respect to art and the environment. Special guests including Darran Tilghman, Tim Trumbauer, Maria and Adams Wood, and Dave Harp will lead explorations through the lenses of justice, family, and harmony. Each week will also include a meaningful call to action, and participants will be invited to take part in a collaborative art project.

Take to the open road and visit KidSpot at the Farmers’ Market on select Saturday mornings, or make an appointment to visit the Clay Studio to purchase a Quick Kit to complete at home—a fun new way to make a small project like a little pot, a whistle, a memory tile, or a holiday ornament (it’s never too early!). Enjoy our “Open Heart” Paint Nite kit to get everything you need to paint a fun art canvas from the comfort of your home.

Open your eyes to the world as seen through the lenses of photographers in the Juried Photography 2020 exhibit, viewable online now at community.chestertownriverarts.org/exhibit/juried-photography-exhibit-2020. This show, curated by William Trainor and judged by Linda Roy Walls, includes the work of many accomplished RiverArts members as well as many skilled and talented photographers who are first-time RiverArts exhibitors.
To stay engaged with RiverArts, subscribe to the Daily Dose, an open letter to the community sharing information about arts-related happenings in Kent County and beyond, contributions from local artists and community members, quizzes, tidbits of (mostly) arts history, and more. Find details, registration info, and more on all the programs mentioned above at community.chestertownriverarts.org.

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Happenings at Chestertown RiverArts

September 3, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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Chestertown RiverArts invites photographers to submit work for consideration for inclusion in a juried photography exhibit to open in the RiverArts online viewing room on September 28.

Curator William Trainor writes “In this Juried Exhibition, we would like to see the artistic vision of your image. We would like you to use your photographic skills to produce an image that brings something to tell us, inspire us, or surprise us. So, use your skills of composition and the use of light and dark, empty space, contrast, focus, background, elements of art and design to generate an artistic image that speaks to us all.”

Untitled, William Trainor

Judge Linda Roy Walls will select winners of Best in Show, Second and Third for cash prizes, as well as an Honorable Mention award. Viewers will vote on a “People’s Choice” Award. Submission is online with a deadline of September 14. Find guidelines and forms online at the RiverArts Community website

RiverArts Classes

Use handbuilding and embellishment techniques to make a beautiful Clay Birdfeeder in an online class with RiverArts Clay Studio Manager Dianna Frymiare. This 90-minute class is suitable for ages 8 – 80 using tools that are easily found around the house. Purchase a clay kit and register online.

The Joy of Visual Journaling in Nature is an outdoor class offered in a new partnership between RiverArts and the Center for Environment and Society at Washington College. Over two weekends in late September and early October, join Chesapeake writer and educator Kate Livie for a beginner’s visual journaling class designed to help you capture the beauty of nature while building your fundamental writing, drawing and watercolor techniques.

Also at RiverArts

RiverArts Salons every Tuesday from 5 – 5:45pm provide a place to learn something new, share ideas, explore interesting topics, see and be seen, and have fun. Upcoming guests and topics include The Importance of Character on September 22 and Robbi Behr and Matthew Swanson on September 29. Register online by noon on Tuesdays to receive the Zoom link for the week’s discussion.

RiverArts Photography Club meets online every Thursday evening at 7pm with a Tips and Tricks session at 6pm. Participation in the club is always free, and all are welcome, from advanced photographers to beginners coming for the first time. Contact Steve Kane at srkane@gmail.com to share your photos in the Photography Club.

Visit community.ChestertownRiverArts.org for more information and to register for classes, exhibits, and programs. To stay in touch with community, creativity, and connection locally and around the world, sign up for the RiverArts Daily Dose newsletter.

Chestertown RiverArts is a community arts center serving Kent County, Maryland and beyond with exhibits, classes, children’s arts activities, and a Clay Studio. RiverArts’ mission is “growing community, creativity, and connection through the Arts.” Visit RiverArts online at www.ChestertownRiverArts.org, or connect by phone at 410.778.6300 or email at info@ChestertownRiverArts.org.

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August Creativity, Community, & Connection with Chestertown RiverArts

August 9, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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More than halfway through the summer, and you might be getting just a bit sick of swampy sticky days, overflowing gardens (quick! Come up with another tomato recipe!), and ferocious mosquitoes. Chestertown RiverArts to the rescue with a new website – community.chestertownriverarts.org – that is loaded with exhibits, classes, activities and more to help you beat the summer doldrums.

Try Camp RiverArts for projects, activities, and local outings: all free, and doable with supplies you already have.

Check out our exhibits!

“Chester River Spring” by Jack Fancher

– Taking Care: Celebrating the Earth, our first fully-online exhibit, is LIVE! Originally planned to coincide with Earth Day, this annual exhibit features visual artists and poets celebrating our community’s long tradition of environmental conservation. Check our website for links to the virtual Gallery Talk on Wed, Aug 12, at 6:30 pm, and the virtual Poetry Reading on Mon, Aug 17, at 6:30 pm.
– Legacy Day 2020: We will showcase the work of local Black artists on our website as part of the virtual Legacy Day celebration on Saturday, August 15.
– People Worth Knowing: In conjunction with the Black Union of Kent County and Lani Seikaly, we will share portraits & stories that give voice to the African American experience in Kent County. Look for these in the windows of RiverArts & the Historical Society of Kent County just before Saturday, August 15.

Take one of our short, sweet, and fun online classes:

Cut & Paste the Shore: Landscape Collage with Yolanda Acree on Thursday, August 13.
Absolute Beginner Watercolor with Deena Ball during the week of August 17th.

Participate in one of our weekly RiverArts Salons on Tuesdays at 5 pm:

Tues, Aug 11- Greg Farley – Green Building Design
Tues, Aug 18 – Diane Hunger – Passionate Saxophone Music
Tues, Aug 25 – Olivia Wood – Unearthed Historical Treasures

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Chestertown RiverArts and The Garfield Center Team Up to Produce “talkHAMILTON

July 21, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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In 2015, “Hamilton: An American Musical” opened on Broadway and splashed into the pop culture with a dazzling fervor unparalleled in recent decades. The show, like its namesake, grew its reputation as a force to be reckoned with in American social, cultural, and even political arenas. But with the show’s arrival on streaming media, in the form of its recent release on Disney+, it suddenly found an even greater population of appreciative fans.

What does it mean for a piece of entertainment drawing on influences from Gangsta Rap to Gilbert and Sullivan, and a work of biographical historiography to have united such a diverse array of the fractured American public? How did disparate influences, paired with other real world conditions, converge to allow the show to have such a tremendous impact on American society, culture, and even public policy? And how has that changed from 2015 to 2020, and in the move from the Broadway stage to one of the biggest streaming platforms there is?

To discuss these fascinating questions, Chestertown RiverArts and the Garfield Center for the Arts are pleased and excited to announce a very special partnership in conjunction with GCTV. “talkHAMILTON: a Discussion on historical, racial and theatrical context to the hit Broadway musical” is the next Live GCTV presentation for Wednesday, July 22 at 7:30 PM. It can be found online on the Garfield’s Facebook page at facebook.com/garfieldcenterforthearts.

The panel assembled for the presentation are Chestertown RiverArts Executive Director Maria Wood, the GCA’s Executive Director Steven Arnold, Kent County Public Library’s Youth Services Librarian Natalie Lane and Chestertown RiverArts ArtsAlive! Director Ann Farley. The program will also feature performance content related to “Hamilton.”

The Facebook Live format allows viewers to participate via the comment box, so live viewers will be able to share their thoughts and ask questions. In addition, the two organizations are asking for questions and comments in advance so they can be worked into the conversation. Please email those questions to mariawood@chestertownriverarts.org.

Maria Wood is the Executive Director of Chestertown RiverArts. She grew up in Queen Anne’s County and returned to the Eastern Shore in 2018 after receiving a BA from Smith College in American Studies and Ethnomusicology as a (ahem) mature student. She began her academic work on “Hamilton: An American Musical” in 2015, pursued research on the unfolding “Hamilton” phenomenon as Student Fellow with the Kahn Liberal Arts Institute in 2016 and 2017, and completed an Honors Thesis titled “No John Trumbull: Social, Cultural, and Political Resonances of ‘Hamilton: An American Musical.’ ” She has taught classes on “Hamilton” for WC-ALL since 2018. Leading last February’s “Hamiltunes” at the Mainstay was one of her final pre-pandemic group experiences, so things could be worse. She continues to think about, write about, and analyze the continually expanding “Hamilton” universe, much to the boredom of her friends and family.

Steven Arnold recently returned to the Eastern Shore in January when he joined The Garfield Center for the Arts as its Executive Director. His second time living and working as an Arts professional in the area, he left in 2011 to pursue other theatre jobs in Kentucky and Ohio. He received his BA in Theatre from The Ohio State University and is an experienced professional Actor, Director, Administrator and produced Playwright. His adaptation of Dickens’ “A Christmas Carol,” for which he wrote the Book, Lyrics, Music and Orchestrations, premiered at The Mansfield Playhouse in 1999, and area audiences may remember his 10-minute plays, including last year’s “Power Nap,” from the GCA’s Short Attention Span Theatre over the years.

Natalie Lane has been the Youth Services Librarian for the Kent County Public Library System for eight years and has a great love for children’s literature. She is an avid supporter of the Arts and local theatre and has appeared in various stage productions in the community, most recently in GCA’s production of “Annie.” She first saw “Hamilton” on stage two years ago and has been a fan ever since, engaging with various productions, talks, and peripheral content about the show and its historical context. In her spare time, she enjoys nature, hiking, and cooking creative meals at home.

Ann Farley is the Director of Chestertown RiverArts ArtsAlive! She is a business consultant, educator and environmental advocate, as well as a non-profit leader and an artist. Recently, Ann was a past Executive Director of the Tilghman Area Youth Association, and was on the board of the Talbot County Arts Council. She holds a BS in biology from Duke University, and an MBA from Florida State University. She believes in the transformative power of arts experiences, and is a strong advocate for diversity and sustainability.

Chestertown RiverArts is a vibrant community arts center whose mission is “Growing community, creativity, and connection through the arts.” The Garfield Center for the Arts at the Prince Theatre’s mission is “To invigorate the cultural life of our community by nurturing, celebrating and supporting arts and artists through performance and education.”

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RiverArts KidSPOT Makes Summer Announcement

May 30, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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After thoughtful evaluation, RiverArts and KidSPOT are sad to announce yet another difficult decision in the cascade of difficult decisions this season. It is sad but likely no longer surprising to hear of the cancellation of KidSPOT’s Summer Arts Camps this year in view of the risks posed by the COVID 19 pandemic.

Instructors’ and students’ health remains of primary concern to RiverArts. There is clear consensus among medical professionals and public health experts that the dangers posed by the virus remain serious and ubiquitous. Looking at guidelines established by state and local authorities, RiverArts is facing the reality that no plausible way can be found to offer Summer Camp while providing sufficient protection to instructors, volunteers, and campers—and by extension to the families of everyone involved in the program.

Although camps are cancelled, KidSPOT will still be present to help kids and families “Play, create, explore” this summer. Plans are in the works for providing arts experiences for kids this summer, and further announcements about these plans will come as they take shape. KidSPOT Coordinator Sarah Lyle, Summer Camp Coordinators Elizabeth Healy and Mary Ann Herron, and RiverArts Executive Director Maria Wood all convey their hope that families will stay in touch via email and social media to say hello and share projects, creative creations, and ideas about how they’d like to connect with KidSPOT during coming weeks and months.

RiverArts galleries and main office are at 315 High Street, Suite 106, Chestertown, MD  21620 – (in the breezeway). In-person events and activities are suspended for the time being but the public is invited to visit www.ChestertownRiverArts.org to sign up for daily arts-related emails and to engage with the RiverArts community on Facebook and Instagram.

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Chestertown RiverArts Reclaimed Runway To Be Held Online

March 12, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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“Recycleopatra,” photo credit to Andover Media

With the health of the community in mind, Chestertown RiverArts announces the cancellation of the face-to-face Reclaimed Runway event, and a shift to an alternative online event as part of the effort to slow the spread of the coronavirus so that fewer people are sick at any one time, and everyone can be treated properly. 

In order to share the fabulous outfits concocted by this year’s talented designers, and in the spirit of the boisterous fun that is the Reclaimed Runway, RiverArts presents OH NO NO CORONO… We’re Taking It Online!, an interactive, virtual Reclaimed Runway show, livestreamed from the RiverArts Main Gallery, hosted by The Mad Prophet of All Things Recyclable Greg Farley, with online People’s Choice voting, judging for the “Best In Show” prize, exciting auction items, and of course the opportunity to donate generously and support RiverArts vital community programs and activities.

“Social distancing” doesn’t have to mean “social isolation”

RiverArts has determined, “We won’t shut our community down—we’ll find out-of-the-box ways to come together safely.” Plans are in progress for a lively, engaging, and innovative event bringing  people together to have fun and support RiverArts. More details will be forthcoming about: 

      • How to watch the livestreamed show
      • Perks available by buying a “Virtual Table” for a watch party at your home with a small group of friends
      • The big reveal of Online Auction Items and how to bid
      • Details about RiverArts funding needs and what your contributions will support

Join RiverArts for this new version of the Reclaimed Runway, and be part of finding cutting-edge ways to connect. Donate online anytime at www.ChestertownRiverArts.org

RiverArts has also announced that KidSPOT’s Saturday drop-in session has been cancelled for March 14. Any further cancellations or changes to RiverArts events will be decided as needed as the situation evolves, always with the safety of the community as the primary concern.

RiverArts galleries and main office are at 315 High Street, Suite 106, Chestertown, MD  21620 – (in the breezeway). Gallery hours are Tuesday – Friday, 11 AM to 5:30 PM, Saturday 10 AM to 5:30PM, Sunday 11 AM – 3 PM, First Fridays until 8 PM.

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March Classes at Chestertown RiverArts

February 23, 2020 by Chestertown RiverArts Leave a Comment

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We’ve had a mild winter, and Chestertown RiverArts has a wide variety of March classes to put you in a spring mood. Whether you learn a new skill at our Clay Studio, or explore a new art form at our ArtsAlive Education Center, you’ll discover something creative and fun to do in March! Some of these classes cost as little as $25. Details & registration information can be found by clicking on the ArtsAlive/Classes tab at the top of the page at www.chestertownriverarts.org. Or call 410-778-6300.

Fanciful Fairies – Tuesday, Mar 3 (12-2 pm)
Drawing Boot Camp Continued – Tuesdays, Mar 3, 10, & 17 (3-5 pm)
Drawing Boot Camp Continued – Wednesdays, Mar 4, 11, & 18 (7-9 pm)
Try It! Clay Wheel – Friday, Mar 6 (5-8 pm) – Only a few spots left in the 6 pm session!
Clay Mushroom Madness – Saturday, Mar 7 (10 am – 1 pm)
Decorate & Glaze! (4 Weeks) – Tuesdays, Mar 10 – 31 (6-9 pm)
Cartooning – Saturday, Mar 14 (12-4 pm)
Colorful Clay Flowers – Saturday, March 14 (10 am – 2 pm)
Etsy Success (Monthly Professional Development for Artists) – Monday, Mar 16 (6:30-8 pm)
Beginner Pottery Wheel (8 Weeks) – Tuesdays, March 17 – May 5 (10 am – 12:30 pm)
Intermediate Pottery (4 weeks) – Thursdays, March 19 – April 9 (6 – 8:30 pm)
Fanciful Fairies – Thursday, Mar 19 (6-8 pm)
Pysanky Egg Dyeing – Thursday, Mar 26 (6-10 pm)
Nuno Felt Scarf – Saturday, Mar 28 (10 am – 1 pm)
Lambscape – Paint with Wool – Saturday, Mar 28 (2-5 pm)
Mobile Raku – Saturday, Mar 28 (9 am – 4:30 pm)

We’re also offering two special drop-in programs. Visit our Clay Studio any day during their Open Studio hours (call 443-282-0030) to paint a springtime figurine, and come by ArtsAlive any Wednesday from 2-4 pm to work on an arts or crafts project of your own or to join in on one of ours. Come see where the arts meets the community in Chestertown, and enjoy a creative program, a nice meal, and our charming shops.

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