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Figure Drawing w/ Karen Bendersky

This drop-in figure drawing course is suitable for all skill levels. Untrained new artists will learn multiple approaches to figure drawing while seasoned artists will have the opportunity to hone their skills and further train their eye. Each class will feature a nude model and begin with quick gesture poses. The remaining time will be spent on the artistry of longer poses. The goal is to train all artists to more quickly and fluidly capture the gesture of the entire figure.

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Camp COLLIDEscope: YoYos & Clayworks

Two art forms COLLIDE for Baltimore City school students! Taking place on the Baltimore City Public Schools professional development days, these camps are chock-full of SPECTACULAR arts for students in grades 3-8. For half of the day, go Around the World with professional yoyo-er Abby Brodsky! Come learn the exciting, dynamic and fast-paced art of the yoyo—one of the World's oldest toys! In this workshop, Abby will teach you how to bring the yoyo up and down, walk the dog, rock the baby and more! Anyone can learn with just a little patience and practice! For the other half, join Baltimore Clayworks for a hands-on clay workshop. Learn basic clay terminology and hand-building skills to create form and texture, then leave with personal air-dry clay creations to take home and enjoy.

The Bayberries w/ Rachel May and Daphne Eckman

The Bayberries are a Baltimore-based female trio whose original music weaves together bluegrass and folk sounds, classical styles, and influences from around the globe. Featuring Danielle Williams on mandolin, ukulele, piano, and vocals; Samantha Flores on cello and vocals; and Hana Morford on viola, violin, and vocals. Joined by Rachel May and Daphne Eckman, this is a night of exceptional musicianship, highlighting beautiful voices from the local scene that you need to hear!

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Shake Out Your Sillies

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!

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CIELO Presenta: Concierto para Mama/CIELO Presents: A Concert for Mama

Mother's Day is a special holiday around the world. We take this time to honor, thank, and celebrate the important caregivers in our lives. In Latin American tradition, families gather and acknowledge their mama with gifts, food, and live music. CIELO of the Creative Alliance invites you to celebrate all mamas in the Latin American way with performances and music! We will have local food and traditional craft vendors so you can pamper your dear mom with gifts and snacks. Live music by Mambo Machine & Mariachi Imperio. Traditional dance performance by Jóvenes en Acción. 

SOLD OUT! Painted Screens: A Baltimore Folk Art Family Workshop

Painted screens are a unique Baltimore folk art. This workshop will include a short film on the history of the painted screen and early painted screen artists and a demonstration of the painted screen technique. Paint a small screen to take home with you based on provided designs or create your own!

Bring Back Sunday Dinner: O BOY!

Join Y.M.U. Yummy U! in partnership with the Creative Alliance for an afternoon of food, fellowship and community dining. In each session, Doc. J will lead cooking demonstrations showcasing a featured ingredient or theme and collaborate with participants to create a full community meal. Learn, cook, and break bread together in this cooking experience that brings back Sunday dinners!

Drum Dr. Dot & Roses n Rust: UNBOXED Album Release

Drum Dr. Dot and Roses n Rust are proud to announce our album release concert for UNBOXED, an eclectic blend of original songs written by Drum Dr. Dot and performed by the beloved Baltimore-based band, Roses n Rust.

Home Ec for Grownups: Feeling Slabby

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.

Create slab art with polymer clay, using various techniques and tools. Explore creativity and self-expression through this versatile medium.

Fundamentals of Improv: Level 2 w/ Highwire Improv

Over six weeks, you will develop the core skills needed to host and perform a professional showcase of improv comedy. Highwire Improv's expert instructors will be with you every step of the way, holding the space to make silly choices, explore comedy, and learn how to create art together. By the end of the class, you will be an ensemble ready to host and put on a full student showcase!

Open Critique w/ Schroeder Cherry

Join artists for monthly Open Critique—one of Creative Alliance's longest-running programs! This is an opportunity to share artwork in progress, engage with local artists, and build community. This event is free for members, and this month is hosted by artist Schroeder Cherry! Each session is an open forum to show 1-2 examples of your artwork and receive feedback from experienced artists from varying mediums and backgrounds.

Flavors of Southeast Asia w/ Chef Keith Curley

Take an international culinary trip without ever leaving Charm City! Explore the flavors of Vietnam, Laos, and Thailand as you make the perfect pho, summer rolls, and spring rolls. Cool off (or not, depending on your level of spice!) with refreshing papaya salad and your own homemade sweet chili sauce. Learn how to use cuisine staples like lemongrass, fish sauce, rice noodles, and Thai chilis, and bring the flavors of Southeast Asia to your dinner table!

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Haitian Flag Day Celebration

Komite Ayiti presents Haitian Flag Day, featuring live performances, games, Haitian food, giveaways, and vendors! We can’t wait for you to learn about and share in Haitian history and culture!

Write Here, Write Now w/ Yellow Arrow Publishing

Your story is worth sharing. Because you've learned from it. Because others can relate. Because it's a story only you can tell. In each session of Write Here Write Now, learn a different writing technique to help you turn your truth into a tale. You'll have time to practice on the spot, and the option to receive feedback. Come eager to share your truth.

Figure Drawing w/ Karen Bendersky

This drop-in figure drawing course is suitable for all skill levels. Untrained new artists will learn multiple approaches to figure drawing while seasoned artists will have the opportunity to hone their skills and further train their eye. Each class will feature a nude model and begin with quick gesture poses. The remaining time will be spent on the artistry of longer poses. The goal is to train all artists to more quickly and fluidly capture the gesture of the entire figure.

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Feel the Beat: Baltimore Hip-Hop for All

Bring out your confidence and improve your presence on any stage or dance floor with this class series drawn from Baltimore's club dance scene. All experience levels welcome as we structure a routine that will getting you grooving and shaking like a million bucks. Dance, lead, and shine out joy in this three-session hip-hop dance series.

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Interactive Movie Night: The Big Lebowski

We’re bringing The Dude to the big screen for a wild night of nihilists, White Russians, and bowling! Grab your robe and join the nonsense! The Dude abides.

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MORTIFIED: Pride Edition

The wildly popular Mortified Baltimore, produced by Alex Hewett and Adam Ruben, stars everyday adults sharing their most embarrassingly real teenage diary entries, poems, love letters, lyrics, and locker notes...in front of total strangers. As we celebrate Pride Month in Baltimore, this edition of Mortified features adults sharing their childhood and adolescent diaries, poetry, locker notes, etc. exploring sexual and gender identity, coming out, and other LGBTQ stories. 

$5 FLASH SALE! Ante Up! Altered Playing Card Art

Create tiny masterpieces on playing cards! Using collage, paint, stencils, and more, turn a card into a work of art. What's your lucky card? Join artist Jude Asher and find out.

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