Events

Nothing to fear at this spooky jewelry-making workshop with the Artist and Towson University Lecturer, Luci Jockel. Jockel’s work explores the life, death and rebirth of animals in the unique medium of jewelry. Her work seeks to give voice to the voiceless in the hopes of rebuilding a lost interconnectivity between humans and animals. Learn techniques such as torch-enameling and fold-forming to create your own special wearable art. Take a brief tour of the pre-revolutionary grist mill turned creative hub and gallery, and its unique transformation, while you raise a glass of cider to the old artisanal cidery and enjoy hearty fall hors d’oeuvres. Age 18+

Cartoonist Kevin “KAL” Kallaugher and former Walters Art Museum Director and author Gary Vikan join forces for an afternoon of Spanish-inspired noshing and art-inspired conversation. Gary and KAL will take the stage to explore the sources and science of their artistic endeavors, drawing from their decades of experience. KAL will lead attendees in a humorous drawing lesson featuring a prominent politician or two!

Did you know that just around the corner from the Creative Alliance is a little shop filled with over 130 jars of spices, flowers, and herbs just waiting to be discovered? Don your favorite over-the-top hat for a whimsical Mad Hatter’s Tea Party with Bettina Perry of Charmington Holistics, an herbal apothecary in the heart of Highlandtown! Wet your whistle with wine from Off the Rox and charcuterie from Boards in a Box, and then savor three tea and sweets pairings prepared by Bettina. Bettina will demonstrate how to blend an herbal tea, talk about all the herbs in those jars, and give you ideas on how to use the ingredients as she shares her experience of becoming an herbalist and eventually opening an apothecary after her stint as a professional pastry chef.

Enjoy a private concert by renowned conductors Blake Clark and Leo Wanenchak of the world-class Baltimore Choral Arts Society as the sun dips below the horizon of a beautiful home in historic Cedarcroft. Gaze upon the autumnal splendor of lovingly tended Native gardens, as you sip on beer or wine, and enjoy delicious hors d’oeuvres. This event is hosted by Neal Naff and Nate Hubler in their 19th Century home, boasting 1.3 acres of lush gardens.

Come to a relaxing countryside gathering and a chance to reconnect with nature at the contemporary home of Dawna Cobb and Joe Meyerhoff. Newly renovated, the wall-to-wall glass doors invite the outside in, creating a panorama of surrounding gardens, fields, and woods. Take in their collection of art posters, paintings (several by local artists), a new dining table (made by local woodworker, Kate Christian), and beautiful artisan light fixtures. Meet interdisciplinary artist Bridget Parlato for an environmentally inspired exhibition including poetry readings, upcycled jewelry and cause-related art. Attendees will be able to purchase jewelry just in time for the holidays! Enjoy BBQ from the famous York Road BBQ joint, Andy Nelson’s, and soak in the bucolic atmosphere of the county.

Join us for a celebration of Baltimore's Black history and its burgeoning future. Tour two Cross Street Partners projects of great significance to Baltimore history while enjoying some delicious soul food. Tour the Upton Mansion, the future home and research center for the 131-year-old AFRO American Newspapers Archives, then visit PS 103, a segregated elementary school for African American children, notably attended by Justice Thurgood Marshall. After 17 and 25 years vacant, respectively, both buildings are being restored as vibrant centers for the celebration of Black history and culture. Get a sneak peek at both of these incredible projects before they are complete!

Chris Ryder and Lisa Summers invite you to their Bolton Hill Grand Dame house to experience their collection of contemporary Haitian art acquired over the four years they spent living in Port-au-Prince. Lisa and Chris purchased metal work from the artists of Croix-des-Bouquets, paintings from artists of the Movement Saint Soleil in the mountains of Soisson-la-Montagne, and paper mache from artists in Jacmel. Learn about these artists and their work while you sip a cold Prestige (the national beer of Haiti) or rhum punch. Enjoy soup joumou, a traditional pumpkin soup, awarded protected cultural heritage status by UNESCO, and other Haitian delicacies. Leave with the best reusable shopping bag you could ever want, made in Haiti from recycled sachés dlo.