April 2024
Zine 101 Workshop
Unleash your inner punk! Jenna Cipolloni, whose work is in the current Gallery 220 show "Whispers of Longing," leads this zine (pronnounced zeen) workshop. Participants will learn about the DIY history of zines, their role as a tool of creative self-publishing and community building, and different ways to make them. They will then create a zine of their own with guidance from Jenna. This workshop is open to teens and adults. All materials are provided, but participants are welcome to…
Find out more »Whispers of Longing – Closing Reception
Opening Reception: Friday, March 15th from 6:00PM – 9:00PM Closing Reception: Sunday, April 28th from 2:00PM – 4:00PM “Gallery 220 is pleased to present “Whispers of Longing,” an exhibition that explores the connection between visual art and poetry. The two artists in Whispers of Longing both pay close attention to details and nuances of feelings. Bart O’Reilly’s minimal abstractions are reminiscent of a distant memory that feels tangible and then slips away. Jenna Cipolloni’s poems feel like a hushed conversation…
Find out more »May 2024
Professional Development Seminars- Grant Writing with the Harford County Cultural Arts Board
The HAC Arts & Entertainment Committee is proud to announce the continuation of our favorite new series from 2024: PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS FOR ARTISTS You've already found your passion; now, find the tools to be successful! This series of lectures and workshops is designed to help artists, merchants, and students learn the business-side of their chosen passion. Each seminar will be themed to a specific topic and led by an experienced professional with firsthand knowledge in key areas like... Grant…
Find out more »A is for Art! A Story and Painting Youth Workshop
Join Havre de Grace author Lindsey Pope as she reads The ABCs of HdG: Fun and Facts in Havre de Grace, MD. This book is full of interesting people, landmarks and events, and is perfect for anyone who loves Havre de Grace or simply wants to learn more about the area. After the reading, kids will create their own paintings of Concord Point Lighthouse using paint, tape, and negative space! Workshop led by Laura Numsen. Check out our additional YAP+…
Find out more »It’s Lit! Poetry Slam
It's LIT! Thursdays (2nd Thursday of every month) provides a unique literary open mic opportunity for original poets, authors, playwrights, and spoken word artists. Each month is a different theme highlighting a different genre of literary art. This month is.... POETRY SLAM! Readings are welcomed on the following conditions: Work must be original No props, nudity, instruments No hate speech Team pieces are fine Any topic welcomed PLEASE NOTE: THIS PERFORMANCE MAY INCLUDE SOME PROFANITY AND/OR ADULT THEMES. Recommended age:…
Find out more »Mommy & Me: Soundbath Meditation & Mother’s Day Cardmaking
Join Linnea for this special Mother's Day YAP workshop! Relax with your little one in the gallery during the Mommy & Me soundbath meditation. Afterwards, kids will have a chance to stretch their creative muscles while making Mother's Day cards! Want to see more from our past YAP events? Check us out online! Made possible by funding from the Maryland State Arts Council, Harford County Cultural Arts Board, Harford County Government, and the City of Havre de Grace, as well…
Find out more »Blooms of Hope- An Art Auction to Grow Togetherness
ANNOUNCING A CALL FOR ART FOR A GREAT CAUSE!🌻 The Havre de Grace Arts Collective and Laila's Gift are teaming up to celebrate the arts as a pathway to inclusivity. We are cohosting a mini-gala and art auction in Gallery 220 on May 30th, and are seeking any and all sunflower- or inclusivity-themed original artwork to auction off at the gala as part of the fundraiser! Please click on the link below for more details, and mark your calendars for:…
Find out more »June 2024
Spreading Sunshine – A Paper Sunflower Youth Arts Workshop
The Havre de Grace Arts Collective is excited to partner with Laila's Gift on the first of two Youth Arts Workshops this summer! Laila's Gift is a non-profit that supports children with special needs and their families, celebrating milestones, inclusivity, and connection. To celebrate their upcoming events "Seeds of Inclusion" and their Sunflower Festival (stay tuned for more details!) our Youth Arts Workshop is hosting paper sunflower making. Kids will craft two sunflowers- one to keep and one to be…
Find out more »July 2024
Mosaic Magic: A Youth Arts Workshop
he Havre de Grace Arts Collective is excited to partner with Laila's Gift on the second of two Youth Arts Workshops this summer! Laila's Gift is a non-profit that supports children with special needs and their families, celebrating milestones, inclusivity, and connection. To celebrate their upcoming events "Seeds of Inclusion" and their Sunflower Festival (stay tuned for more details!) we are hosting a mosaic workshop. Kids will create a colorful mosaic on a small concrete stone that will then be…
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