Events

Below you will find a list of events such as gallery shows, fun activities, and events we are attending!

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First Friday Activities - Color & Light Society
Nov
7

First Friday Activities - Color & Light Society

Join us and the Color & Light Society for a fun, family-friendly evening of creativity!

Visitors are invited to make their own gift cards using colorful ink stamps—a perfect hands-on activity for all ages. At the same time, enjoy watching a live watercolor painting demonstration in progress.
Activities are from 5–7:30 PM. All materials provided and all ages are welcome to participate!

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Small Business Saturday at St. Mar'y's County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop
Nov
29

Small Business Saturday at St. Mar'y's County Arts Council Gallery & Gift Shop

Join us and our neighbor shops for special events for Small Business Saturday!

We will be open extended hours from 10 AM - 4 PM. Shop from a wide variety of items at our Gallery & GIft Shop, including paintings, framed photos, prints, jewelry, ceramics, greeting cards, and much more!

  • FREE gift wrapping for any items that fit into our totes!

  • FREE small gift with purchase of any amount (one per person)

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The Seipp Kasparian Trumpet & Piano Duo
Dec
5

The Seipp Kasparian Trumpet & Piano Duo

Trumpeter Chuck Seipp and pianist Raffi Kasparian - of "Pershing's Own" elite US Army Band - join forces for an evening of brilliant music.

This concert is part of the Music From Poplar Hill series and is sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council. Click here to learn more!

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Leonardtown Library - Diamond Jubilee
Oct
25

Leonardtown Library - Diamond Jubilee

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Join us and the St. Mary’s County Library in honoring 75 years of community, learning, and imagination! The Diamond Jubilee features festivities and fun for the whole family, whether you’re a lifelong library lover or joining us for the first time.

Stop by and participate in the photo booth, create crafts, vote on your favorite book, and more!

Find us at our table to learn about St. Mary’s County Arts Council!

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Maryland STE(A)M Festival
Oct
25

Maryland STE(A)M Festival

Join us and St. Mary’s County Public Schools (SMCPS) for the 10th Annual SMCPS STEAM Festival. This year's theme is "ENERGY"!

Stop by our table at the Tolerance Hall to say hello, play a fun game, and learn about St. Mary’s County Arts Council!

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From China to Appalachia
Oct
24

From China to Appalachia

Don’t miss this one evening only concert featuring Grammy-winning banjo artists CATHY FINK and MARCY MARXER with Chinese dulcimer virtuoso CHAO TIAN. It’s a combination like no other!

This concert is part of the Music From Poplar Hill series and is sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council. Click here to learn more!

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Painting for Pups - Abstract Art (Leonardtown Fall Paw Crawl)
Sep
28

Painting for Pups - Abstract Art (Leonardtown Fall Paw Crawl)

Join us and other Leonardtown businesses as we celebrate all things paw related!

Stroll around the pet friendly businesses, check out the animal rescue groups and have fun with the pet contests & activities.

We will host a special Painting for Pups-Abstract Art activity from 12 - 3 PM on Sunday, September 28th. A portion of the $10 donation will benefit local rescue groups.

Stop by and see us during the event to learn more!

See below for more about the Leonardtown Fall Paw Crawl:
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St. Mary's County Arts Council at Taste of St. Mary's
Sep
27

St. Mary's County Arts Council at Taste of St. Mary's

Stop by the Taste of St. Mary’s family event for children’s’ activities, music, aircraft displays, and much more!

Samples of food and drink specialties from our local restaurants, food trucks, and caterers will be available for purchase. Click here for event details.

Find staff from St. Mary’s County Arts Council at the table with Hand Craft Studio. Stop by and enjoy a FREE art activity!

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River Fest 2025
Sep
27

River Fest 2025

At RiverFest the entire community is invited to celebrate, explore, and protect the St. Mary's River. There will also be live animals, kayaking, face painting, balloon animals, music, and more! Click here for full details. Admission is FREE!

Stop by our board member Sabine’s table (Studio Sabine Susanne) to learn more about St. Mary’s County Arts Council!

(Through grant funding from the Maryland State Council, we are proud sponsors of this event!)

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Southern Maryland Traditional Music & Dance Fall Concert - IONA
Sep
26

Southern Maryland Traditional Music & Dance Fall Concert - IONA

IONA's music is a unique, acoustic weave of the traditional music of Scotland, Ireland, Wales, Cornwall, Brittany (France), the Isle of Man, Asturies and Galicia (Spain), as well as their transplants in America. Blending songs, dance tunes, and aires into a rich and stunning tapestry, their style is outstanding in an arena where these traditions are seldom intertwined.

Visit the Southern Maryland Traditional Music & Dance website for ticket info and additional details! This event is sponsored in part by St. Mary’s County Arts Council.

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Call for Art Closes at 5 PM!
Sep
22

Call for Art Closes at 5 PM!

In celebration of the 75th year anniversary of the St. Mary's County Library system,  a special community art show will be featured at the Leonardtown Library for the month of October, 2025. We invite submissions of artwork with themes of books, reading,  local history, and anything library-related from past to present! Click here for full details.

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Gallery Closed - Staff at Artsfest!
Sep
20

Gallery Closed - Staff at Artsfest!

Our Gallery & Gift Shop is closed Saturday, September 20th as our staff will be at Artsfest from 10 AM to 5 PM! Come visit us at our table located at Space 122 on the Wooded Path! We will also be there on Sunday, September 21st (our gallery is closed on Sundays). Learn more about this amazing event here.

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Art Walk Contest Launches!
Sep
5

Art Walk Contest Launches!

The 2025 Art Walk contest runs for the month of September, with an official launch on First Friday, September 5th! Stop by St. Mary’s County Arts Council to pick up your ballot! FInd details here.

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Meet & Greet Rosalia Torres-Weiner at St. Inie's Coffee
Aug
21

Meet & Greet Rosalia Torres-Weiner at St. Inie's Coffee

Meet Rosalia Torres-Weiner of Red Calaca Studio, the artist selected to paint the new mural at the Pax River Village Center (former Millison Plaza). Share your ideas for the design and meet the artist and our staff at St. Inie’s Coffee!

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¡Visítanos y conoce al artista! Conozca a la artista Rosalia Torres-Weiner, de Red Calaca Studio, seleccionada para pintar el nuevo mural en el Pax River Village Center (antigua Millison Plaza). ¡Comparta sus ideas para el diseño y conozca a la artista y a nuestro personal at St. Inie’s Coffee!

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