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This engaging class is designed for enthusiasts of all levels who are eager to deepen their knowledge and skills in herbal education and culinary arts. In this session, dive deep into the beloved pumpkin pie spice blend, exploring its rich history and the healing properties of each individual spice. Perfect for the autumn season; you'll gain a newfound appreciation for this classic mix.
Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch!
Get brushing with the whole family! Join Brittany DeNovellis from Novel Letter Studio for an introduction to fundamentals of modern calligraphy, using a brush pen. Ink up with learning about supplies you can use, the basic shapes and forms, and getting those letters moving!
You know you’re a fungi, so hitch a ride with BaltiSpore and see where that green thumb can take you! Make your own mushroom grow kit! With the mushroom-whisperers at BaltiSpore, learn how to raise your own fungal family with detailed steps, supplies, and processes to take you from spore-deficient to a mycology master. You'll mix and make and mush your own take-home grow kit, as well as walk out the door with supplies and a state-of-the-loam kits from BaltiSpore!
Pilates is a low-impact exercise that strengthens your entire body using precise movements and controlled breathing, emphasizing spinal alignment to enhance core strength, flexibility, and posture for all fitness levels. Pilates also promotes relaxation and mindfulness, leaving you feeling energized and balanced. Come with your mat and discover how pilates can transform your mind and body! This class is a beginner class and suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed! Classes guided by Shayla (@shaylapilates on IG).
Ladies and gentlemen..." *yikes* we're already off to a bad start. Burlesque audiences are just as diverse as the world we live in. And it's a host's job to make every attendee of every race, gender, and body size feel welcome. In this workshop, we'll discuss gender-neutral greetings and other inclusive language every host should have in their vocabulary. This workshop is open to seasoned hosts looking to brush up their skills, performers hoping to step into the role of host, and producers who want to curate more identity-affirming shows.
Join Doc. J for a lunch and learn and pick up creative ideas to "level up" your child's lunchbox. Got a finicky eater? No problem! Need to please a picky palate? Bring it on. Participants will jazz up mac & cheese, make next level sandwiches, and learn how to add nutritious fruits and veggies to the mix. As a bonus, get your burning parenting/caregiver questions answered by Doc J, an expert in the field of youth and child development.
Step into the spotlight and unleash your inner burlesque star as you learn the art of commanding the stage and owning it like a true diva. This class is designed to teach you the essential elements that elevate a burlesque performance, combining charisma, confidence, and attitude to leave a lasting impression on your audience. In this class, you'll be guided through a 2-4 minute routine that covers aspects of a burlesque star performance. From learning choreography that complements your style to mastering the art of costume removal with flair, you'll acquire the skills and stage presence to captivate any audience.
Want to improve your makeup skills, learn something new, or just try something different? Learn from a master. Drag Queen Kit Valentine, the current reigning Miss Western Maryland, will show you the art of contouring, brow definition, achieving a dramatic look for the eyes, and more!
Splash into Bunny Blu's distinctive and engaging approach to watercolor painting by incorporating the use of natural dyes with accessible watercolor techniques. Learn how colors can work with each other interchangeably and how to make a gradient of shades from one color, plus several different brushing techniques. This workshop is all about setting you up for success with fundamental tools and skills to set you on the path to long-term practice and learning!
Learn the art of creating stage-ready costumes that enhance your performance and captivate your audience! From corsets and feathers to rhinestones and appliques, discover how to craft costume "regalia" that tells a story and elevates your burlesque, drag, and other performance art to new heights. We'll cover beginner and intermediate sewing techniques for burlesque, but no prior sewing experience is necessary. Whether you're just starting or looking to refine your skills, this class offers practical tips and creative inspiration to help you shine on stage.
Burgeoning climate activists and seasoned environmental writers alike may wonder where to begin when faced with the mammoth task of tackling climate change through writing. In this generative workshop, queer author and performance artist Jacob Budenz will provide resources, space, and time to write with the elements, sharing tips on weaving climate activism into creative writing, making the political personal and the personal political, and creatively engaging with the existential threats to the natural world with an eye toward hope and connection. Located in the gardens of the Ivy Bookshop, Writing with the Elements will immerse participants in climate writing alongside the elements they wish to protect, offering participants the opportunity to share their writing around a fire at the workshop's culmination.
Led by Zoë Lintzeris, a Baltimore-based visual artist and certified Arts in Health Specialist, this session will improve your sense of well-being and focus, while calming the mind and restoring energy. This is part of a class series comprising monthly workshops that each touch on a different theme exploring wellness and connection.
Step into a world of creativity, practicality, and HOMEMAKING/SURVIVAL SKILLS in this adults-only monthly workshop. In the Home Ec experience you *wish* you'd had, explore traditional homemaking with a sprinkling of badassery. From stamps to mending to DIY decor, this workshop offers a unique opportunity to hone your home skills for WHATEVER the future of late-stage capitalism may bring. Loom large in this stitchin' workshop, where needles and machines open the door to a new landscape of sustainability, fashion, and these-ain't-your-grandma's-sewing-patterns. No experience necessary, Bring Your Own Thimble!
The secret to writing resonant flash is knowing what to keep and what to cut. In this series, learn the process of writing flash through textual analysis, discussion, and expert guidance. Get your write on with generative exercises and build those narrative know-hows while learning to say oh-so-much in oh-so-few words.
Explore the fundamentals of Contact Improvisation, an open-ended form of dance that embraces the kinesthetic possibilities of bodies moving through contact. Build skills through exploring principles of weight sharing, embodied listening, and collaborative movement. All levels of experience are welcome.
Shake out your sillies with song, nursery rhymes, puppet shows, instruments, and, of course, a dance party! Each class begins with a breathing exercise before transitioning into music and movement activities. Taught by Eliza Adams, a Maryland preschool teacher and musician, this class is designed for children 5 and under. Caretakers are welcome to join or watch!
Whether you're a seasoned pro with chainsaws and large cats or a juggling newcomer who sometimes struggles with just catching a break, all are welcome at Creative Alliance's new monthly juggling jam! In this all-levels program, come ready to practice, play, and pal around with area jugglers, juggling enthusiasts, and people who are just too cool to *not* be in the jam. Fundamentals instruction available for newcomers in this accessible and joyful juggling jamboree!
Pilates is a low-impact exercise that strengthens your entire body using precise movements and controlled breathing, emphasizing spinal alignment to enhance core strength, flexibility, and posture for all fitness levels. Pilates also promotes relaxation and mindfulness, leaving you feeling energized and balanced. Come with your mat and discover how pilates can transform your mind and body! This class is a beginner class and suitable for all fitness levels, no experience needed! Classes guided by Shayla (@shaylapilates on IG).
Have you been interested in calligraphy but aren’t sure how to get started? Join Brittany DeNovellis from Novel Letter Studio for an introduction to fundamentals of modern calligraphy, using a brush pen. This 2-part workshop series will teach you about the supplies you can use, the basic shapes you need to know to get started, and how to combine those shapes into letters and words. After the class, you’ll take home your workbook and pens for your ongoing practice.
This monthly program shares ways to meet the challenges of daily life by staying connected to our choices without reacting to people and situations. This is an opportunity to discover well-being within your body and mind regardless of your situation. On alternating months, the program will be conducted in Spanish.
The Black Choreographers Festival is a weekend celebrating the talented Black choreographers in Baltimore. Join us at Creative Alliance October 11-13 for dance performances, workshop dance classes, and a thought provoking Chat & Chew discussion. The Black Choreographers Festival is sponsored by the Baltimore Black Dance Collective and Symmetry Arts. www.blackchoreographersfestival.com
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Our Box Office is currently open from Noon to 6pm on Fridays and Saturdays and one hour before all ticketed events. We accept cash, cards, and checks. Service fees are waived for in-person ticket purchases.
