October

October 1-23 and 28-31: Member’s Best Exhibits. Area artist and artisan members of the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council display their work at the following Centreville locations: The Centreville National Bank, PNC Bank, Ashley Premier Properties, The Liberty Building, Queen Anne’s County Partnerships for Children, and The Delmarva Financial Group. Works are for sale in a variety of media. The exhibits are open during regular business hours. 410.758.2520.

October 1-31: Fall Classes in Zumba, Ballroom, Acrobatics, Belly Dance, Drawing, Photography, Voice and Spanish continue at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce Street, Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520.

October 10: Dance Party with Dance Champion Amanda Showell to celebrate Columbus Day. 7-10:30 p.m. with early bird East Coast Swing lesson from 7-8 pm. Held at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce Street, Centreville, MD.
410.758.2520. $10 members/$12 non members.

October 10: Stamp Club. Make your own holiday cards session! Fun with paper, rubber stamps, inks and ephemera. The topics and materials may change from month to month, but the fun and creativity is always there. You can work on your own projects if you like. Please call Cathy Downes at 410.758.1251 to RSVP and obtain a materials list. No fees for meeting, donations to the Centre for the Arts welcome. Held at 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 12:30 p.m. 410.758.2520.

October 25: Crop Club: Join paper crafter Cathy Downes on the last Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. having fun and making progress on your memories with unique album designs. All experience levels are welcome. Supplies are available for purchase. No fees for meeting, donations to the Centre for the Arts are welcome. Please call Cathy at 410.758.1251 if you plan to attend. Held at 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville. 410.758.2520.

November

November 1-30: Member’s Best Exhibits. Area artist and artisan members of the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council display their work at the following Centreville locations: The Centreville National Bank, PNC Bank, Ashley Premier Properties, The Liberty Building, Queen Anne’s County Partnerships for Children, and The Delmarva Financial Group. Works are for sale in a variety of media. The exhibits are open during regular business hours. 410.758.2520.

November 1-30: Fall Classes in Zumba, Ballroom, Acrobatics, Belly Dance, Drawing, Photography, Voice and Spanish continue at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce Street, Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520.

November 6: Opening reception for Jo Houtz exhibit: “Petals and Wings” from 5:30 to 8 p.m. This award winning watercolor artist displays her eclectic and compelling artwork at the Centre for the Arts through November 28. Tue – Fri 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., closed 11/27. Sat. 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520 www.arts4.info

November 14: Foxtrot through the Fall Dance Party. 7-10:30 p.m. This lovely dance is party perfect! Early bird Foxtrot lesson from 7-8 p.m. Held at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce Street, Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. $10 members/$12 non members. 410.758.2520.

November 14: Stamp Club. Fun with paper, rubber stamps, inks and ephemera. The topics and materials may change from month to month, but the fun and creativity is always there. You can work on your own projects if you like. Please call Cathy Downes at 410.758.1251 to RSVP and obtain a materials list. No fees for meeting, donations to the Centre for the Arts welcome. Held at 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 12:30 p.m. 410.758.2520.

November 21: “Off the Boat” Concert with James Gallagher. 6:30 pm. Irish Music and After Party featuring “Off the Boat” with James Gallagher of County Donegal, Ireland. Step lightly into the winter months with the warmth of Irish music and lore. Cash bar and delicious Irish cuisine. Doors open 6 p.m. Concert at 6:30. Proceeds benefit the Arts Council’s Centre for the Arts. Tickets: $30 advance / $35 door. 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520 www.arts4.info

November 29: Crop Club: Join paper crafter Cathy Downes on the last Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. having fun and making progress on your memories with unique album designs. All experience levels are welcome. Supplies are available for purchase. No fees for meeting, donations to the Centre for the Arts are welcome. Please call Cathy at 410.758.1251 if you plan to attend. Held at 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520.

December

December 1-31: Fall Classes in Zumba, Ballroom, Photography, Voice and Spanish continue at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce Street, Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520.

December 5: “Heck with the Malls!” 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Experience holiday shopping at its best with artists, artisans and fine crafters, and a town wide open house. In its 12th year, this annual event is a must do! Featuring hand-crafted soaps and lotions, artisan created fashions for people and pets, jewelry, one-of-a-kind purses, holiday ornaments, gouache paintings, photography, sea glass mosaics from glass found in the Chester River, ceramics, wildlife carvings, wood sculpture, hand forged architectural ironwork, home accessories, and book signings. Downtown Centreville merchants will have extra discounts and refreshments for holiday shoppers. Find QACAC artisans at two locations: The Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce Street, Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520, and at Our Mother of Sorrows Church – Corbaly Hall, 303 Chesterfield Avenue, Centreville, MD 21617. Free.

December 12: Holiday Dance Party & Christmas Showcase. 7-10:30 p.m. Dancers of all levels will enjoy an evening of music and mirth with Amanda Showell. Students will perform on the dance floor throughout the evening. Cash bar & refreshments. These popular dance parties are a bargain at any price! Held at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce Street, Centreville, MD. Contact: 410.758.2520. Tickets go on sale 11/1. $12 ($10 members). Only 100 tickets available. Purchase through: www.dancingontheshore.com.

December 12: Stamp Club. Fun with paper, rubber stamps, inks and ephemera. The topics and materials may change from month to month, but the fun and creativity is always there. You can work on your own projects if you like. Please call Cathy Downes at 410.758.1251 to RSVP and obtain a materials list. No fees for meeting, donations to the Centre for the Arts welcome. Held at 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 12:30 p.m. 410.758.2520.

December 27: Crop Club: Join paper crafter Cathy Downes on the last Sunday of each month at 12:30 p.m. having fun and making progress on your memories with unique album designs. All experience levels are welcome. Supplies are available for purchase. No fees for meeting, donations to the Centre for the Arts are welcome. Please call Cathy at 410.758.1251 if you plan to attend. Held at 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520.