Community Calendar

Between 1946 and 1953, Henri Matisse created 28 lithographic portraits for Poésies Antillaises (Antillean Poetry), a book of poems by John-Antoine Nau. Published posthumously in 1972, this rare volume remains one of Matisse’s least-known illustrated works.

Inspired by his brief 1930 visit to Martinique, Matisse translated Nau’s evocative poems—celebrating travel, music, and oceanic landscapes—into vibrant portraits. These reflect the artist’s collaborations with notable Caribbean and international models and are presented alongside works by two leading artists from Martinique and Guadeloupe, Germaine Casse and Serge Hélénon. This focus exhibition illuminates aspects of the transatlantic artistic circles active during the late French colonial period.

Maryland Art Place, in partnership with Hotel Indigo Baltimore, is pleased to present a solo exhibition by Maryland-based artist, Roo Taylor. The exhibition is on view at Hotel Indigo, located at 24 West Franklin St. from April 17 - July 17.
A public reception will take place on Wednesday, April 22 from 5 PM to 7 PM.

About the Artist:
Roo Taylor (b. 2003) is a Baltimore-based artist originally from Denver, Colorado. She earned her BFA from the Maryland Institute College of Art (MICA) and is currently a resident artist at the Creative Alliance in Baltimore. Working primarily with high-flow acrylic paint and acrylic ink, Taylor uses transparency and layered color to create abstract landscapes. Her work explores the interplay between the natural world and human relationships, exploring the emotional and atmospheric depth through fluid, natural spaces. Her artwork has been exhibited in galleries across Baltimore, Denver and New York, as well as internationally at the Aichi Prefectural Museum of Art in Japan.

Using light and color as metaphors for energy, Roo Taylor’s work traces the through lines between the natural world and human connection. Rooted in a deep reverence for transparency and hue, each piece is meant to reflect on the connection between feeling and form. Taylor invites viewers to experience emotional resonance as something inherently natural, alive, layered, and luminous.

Please join us on Wednesday, April 22 from 5 PM to 7 PM for a champagne reception at Hotel Indigo located at 24 West Franklin St.

Arthur and Friends Make a Musical!
Book and Lyrics by John Maclay
Music and Lyrics by Brett Ryback
Based on the Arthur book series by Marc Brown

Directed by Zack Callis
Choreographed by Kiersten Gasemy

Run time: Around one (1) hour and fifteen (15) minutes with no intermission.
This show is appropriate for audiences of all ages.

About: Mr. Ratburn's class is putting on a show – but Arthur's not so sure he's ready! With help from his family and friends, Arthur learns that being yourself is the best part of any performance. A fun, feel-good musical for the whole family!

Join us at Baltimore Unity Hall for a heartwarming gathering filled with gratitude, hope, and celebration for the future of South Baltimore. Pay-what-you-can tickets begin at $15!

Harvest of Hope: Annual Thankfulness Gathering & Fundraiser is more than just a delicious brunch—it’s a celebration of community, connection, and shared purpose. This year, we are raising critical funds to support the development of our South Baltimore Environmental Justice Center, a vibrant gathering space where neighbors can access resources, education, and opportunities that strengthen South Baltimore.

This in-person brunch is a chance to:

—Celebrate our collective accomplishments and the people who make them possible.
—Build stronger connections among neighbors, supporters, and partners.
—Raise the funds needed to make the South Baltimore EJ Center a reality.

Come share stories, enjoy performances, and take part in our silent auction—all while helping us create a space that will serve generations to come. Together, we can harvest hope and plant the seeds for a brighter, more equitable future in South Baltimore.

On View February 4 - May 16 (closed March 15 - 22)

Explore the remarkable artistic journey and cultural legacy of Lain Singh Bangdel (1919–2002), widely regarded as the “Father of Modern Art” in Nepal. This collection of paintings—spanning the 1940s to the 1980s— reflects and reframes the cultural, political, and emotional realities of Bangdel’s time and traces his evolving vision as he navigated multiple worlds: colonial and postcolonial South Asia, cosmopolitan Europe, and an emerging modern Nepal.

Gallery Hours: Monday - Saturday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.

Step into a transformative experience at the Unlocked 2026 Business Conference, where vision, strategy, and collaboration converge. Curated by Kat Eyz Productions and powered by the Strategic Collaboration Network (SCN), this high-energy conference is designed to unlock the next level for entrepreneurs, business leaders, and innovators ready to position their brands for impact and growth in 2026 and beyond.

Spend the day engaging with dynamic speakers, interactive breakout sessions, and collaborative discussions that challenge old mindsets and spark new strategies. Each session is built around unlocking your potential — from scaling through partnerships and accessing funding opportunities to strengthening leadership, marketing, and operational excellence.

The experience continues with the After-Conference Exchange, an intimate networking mixer where attendees can connect, collaborate, and cultivate real business relationships that lead to lasting opportunities.

Get ready to unlock new strategies. New partners. New levels.

This isn’t just another conference — it’s a movement for forward-thinking business owners ready to make 2026 their breakthrough year.

R.I.S.E Arts Center of Baltimore is proud to present R.I.S.E for Acceptance, their second annual community event in honor of Autism Acceptance Month, at Patterson Park, (on South Linwood Ave) on Saturday, April 18th from 12-4 p.m.

This year’s event will feature live performances, an art exhibition, community resources, a vendor market, as well as interactive workshops, all centered around uplifting the experiences and contributions of neurodiverse individuals.

R.I.S.E for Acceptance is open to all, welcoming autistic individuals, allies, families, and community members to engage, learn, and celebrate. Get your free tickets today by visiting https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2nd-annual-rise-for-acceptance-community-event-tickets-1981581375236!

In the spirit of this celebration, we will also be fundraising throughout February, March and April to help fund our upcoming Creative Arts Summer Experience program that focuses on inclusion and arts integration to neurodiverse youth and young adults. Learn more here: https://www.riseartscenter.org/summer-camp

Learn more about this community event at https://www.riseartscenter.org/riseforacceptance!

For additional information please contact R.I.S.E at [email protected].

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue is returning to Manor Hill on Saturday April 18th for the Spring Edition of our Howard County Farm + Farm Collaboration Day!  And it also happens to coincide with our Kolsch Release… what a perfect combination.  This one-of-a-kind event will feature:

Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue on site from 12-4pm with friendly horses for petting & pictures. Gentle Giants Draft Horse Rescue is a 501c(3) Equine Welfare Organization, located in Mount Airy, committed to saving draft and draft cross horses from slaughter, abuse, and neglect.  Learn about and contribute to their mission.  More info coming soon on the ambassador horses that will be visiting that day!

The Farm & Taproom will have 13 farm-brewed beers (+ our hard seltzer) on draught and multiple options in cans available to go.  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. (if you bring a tent, don’t forget the weights/stakes).

Our Farm Stand (conveniently located behind the bar) is constantly evolving and is sure to have some locally produced items for sale, including staples like Manor Hill Farm Pickles, Relish, Jellies and more.

Manor Hill Pizza Trolley will be open with brick-oven Neapolitan pizzas, salads, snacks, novelty ice creams, and more! 

https://www.manorhillbrewing.com/event/gentlegiants/

"Resonant Site" is an immersive art installation coming to the Pikesville Armory in April of 2026 (two consecutive weekends). It's a multi-screen audiovisual exhibit exploring the intersection of industry and the environment in Baltimore, where water meets land in the region, by Maryland artist duo Collis Donadio.

Free to attend and open to all. Picnic and family-friendly! Rain or shine (exhibit is indoors). Ample free parking on site.

Exhibit Hours:
April 17, 18, 19:  1-6pm
April 25, 26:  1-6pm

More info and RSVP: https://wl.donorperfect.net/weblink/weblink.aspx?name=E362285&id=29

*** For Updates and Details Visit www.PikesvilleArmory.org/Events ***
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Arthur and Friends Make a Musical!
Book and Lyrics by John Maclay
Music and Lyrics by Brett Ryback
Based on the Arthur book series by Marc Brown

Directed by Zack Callis
Choreographed by Kiersten Gasemy

Run time: Around one (1) hour and fifteen (15) minutes with no intermission.
This show is appropriate for audiences of all ages.

About: Mr. Ratburn's class is putting on a show – but Arthur's not so sure he's ready! With help from his family and friends, Arthur learns that being yourself is the best part of any performance. A fun, feel-good musical for the whole family!