April

April 23 – May 28: Members’ Best Exhibit featuring photographs by Ed and Diane Blake, Lisa Boley, Jack Ehmann, John Urlock, Jim Wilson, Jr. and 3D pieces by Howard and Mary McCoy. The Centre for the Arts holds Members’ Best shows throughout the year. Member artists can request to be in an exhibit individually, or if they have an idea for a collective show, suggestions will be welcomed. 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

April 26: Outside Art Lessons with Dawn Malosh, ages 7-14: 12-3 p.m. Millstream Park in Centreville provides the perfect backdrop to set-up an easel and learn techniques to make a painting look interesting and realistic. Malosh is an artist and art educator, more information available at www.outsideartlessons.com $35 members, $42 non-members. Register by 4/19. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

April 28: Poetry Awards Reception, Church Hill Theatre, 6:30 p.m. The public is invited to join us for a literary reception where an announcement and public reading of award winning entries will take place. Winners were notified in early April and asked to give a reading of their winning entry at the awards event. For more information call 410-758-2520. Queen Anne’s County Arts Council, Centreville, MD. www.arts4u.info

April 29: Members’ Best Exhibit Public Reception, 5:30-7:30 p.m. featuring photographs by Ed and Diane Blake, Lisa Boley, Jack Ehmann, John Urlock, Jim Wilson, Jr. and 3D pieces by Howard and Mary McCoy. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

May

May 1: Scholarship Deadline: Eligibility for the award of the Queen Anne’ County Arts Council High School Senior Scholarships is open to all graduating seniors who attend school in Queen Anne’s County. Academic and artistic excellence are considered for these scholarships whose purpose is to assist students furthering their studies in the arts at a college or university. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

May 14: Deadline for Arts in Education and Community Arts Development Grant Proposals. Queen Anne’s County Arts Council, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

May 14: Dance Party. 8-10:30 p.m. Swing into summer at this May Dance Party. Early bird West Coast Swing Lesson from 7-8 p.m. Presented by www.dancingontheshore.com. Held at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. $10 members $12 non-members. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

May 16: Annual Dinner: Queen Anne’s County Arts Council wraps up the fiscal year and announces this year’s High School Senior Scholarship winners at Prospect Bay Country Club. 6 p.m. Open to members and guests. Reservations required in advance. For more information call 410-758-2520. Queen Anne’s County Arts Council, Centreville, MD. www.arts4u.info

May 18 – June 8: Ballroom Dance: Basic Beginner Salsa, ages 14+: Wednesday, 7-7:50 p.m. Taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell (www.dancingontheshore.com). Register by 5/11. $50 members $55 non-members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

May 18 – June 8: Ballroom Dance: Beginner Levels 3 & 4 Argentine Tango, ages 14+: Wednesday, 8-8:50 p.m. Taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell (www.dancingontheshore.com). Must have prior Tango experience. Register by 5/11. $50 members $55 non-members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

June

June 1- August 31: Summer Hours at the Centre for the Arts. Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m.-1 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m.-2 p.m.

June 1: Deadline for artisans, authors and civic groups for Art of the Deals: Community wide event featuring artists, a farmers market, music, demonstrations and information tables on the Courthouse Green, June 18, 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. Downtown merchants will have specials and sidewalk sales. Interested artists and civic groups should call the Queen Anne’s County Arts Council about renting table space. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

June 9: Thursdays in the Park. 7-9 p.m.: Chesapeake Bay Community Band at Millstream Park, Centreville, MD. Free. QAC Arts Council invites the public to enjoy an evening of American standards and more with this great local band. Rain or shine. Call the Arts Council in the event of severe weather warnings. 410.758.2520. Sponsored by Maryland State Arts Council, Tidewater Trader and WCTR.

June 11: Dance Party. 8-10:30 p.m. Kick Off Summer at this June Dance Party. Early bird Quickstep lesson from 7:15-8 p.m. Presented by www.dancingontheshore.com. Held at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. $10 members $12 non-members. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

June 15 – July 6: Ballroom Dance: Beginner Level 1 Salsa, ages 14+: Wednesday, 7-7:50 p.m. This class is a continuation of Basic Beginner Salsa, taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell (www.dancingontheshore.com). Register by 6/8. $50 members $55 non-members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

June 15 – July 6: Ballroom Dance: Basic Beginner Quickstep, ages 14+: Wednesday, 8-8:50 p.m. Taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell (www.dancingontheshore.com). Register by 6/8. $50 members $55 non-members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

June 18: Art of the Deals: 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Community wide event featuring artists, a Farmer’s Market, music, demonstrations and information tables on the Courthouse Green in Centreville. Downtown merchants will have specials and sidewalk sales. Interested artists and civic groups should call the Arts Council about renting a table. 410.758.2520.

June 20 – July 22: Boot Camp: A five-week workout with fitness instructors Pam Thaxton and Mary Messick. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 5:30 to 6:30 a.m., Register by 6/14, $104 new students/$80 returning students. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. For more information call 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info

June 23: Thursdays in the Park. 7-9 p.m.: Annapolis Bluegrass Coalition at the Kent Island Yacht Club, Chester, MD. Free. QAC Arts Council invites the public to enjoy an evening of traditional and contemporary Bluegrass music. Bring blankets or chairs, Food and beverages on sale. Rain or shine. Call the Arts Council in the event of severe weather warnings. 410.758.2520. Sponsored by Maryland State Arts Council, Tidewater Trader and WCTR.

June 27 – August 29: Beginning and Intermediate Oil Painting, ages 16+: Monday, 6:30-9 p.m. Create an original oil painting that will last forever. In this 9 week course, popular instructor and award winning artist Tina Williams teaches the use and application of oil paints as well as mixing colors and highlights with this medium. Register by 6/17. No Class 7/4. $100 members, $114 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

July

July 5 – 29: Musical Theatre Camp ages 3-5: 9 a.m.–12 p.m.: Students will sing, dance, learn some Spanish and create their own costumes with a Dora the Explorer/Go Diego Go theme. Parents and the community will be wowed with a final performance. Educator, actress, director and model, Tamika Hall is a graduate of Washington College with a degree in Theatre. She is the founder of Mikatoure Academy of Modeling and the Performing Arts (www.mikatoure.com) and held the title Mrs. Maryland Essence 2010. Monday through Friday, four weeks. Register by 6/28. $305 members $347 non-members. $15 materials fee due to the instructor on the first day of class. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 5 – 29: Musical Theatre Camp ages 6-12: 9 a.m.–12 p.m. students will sing, dance, act, and create their own costumes with a Disney theme. Parents and the community will be delighted with the students final performance. Educator, actress, director and model, Tamika Hall is a graduate of Washington College with a degree in Theatre. She is the founder of Mikatoure Academy of Modeling and the Performing Arts (www.mikatoure.com) and held the title Mrs. Maryland Essence 2010. Monday through Friday, four weeks. Register by 6/28. $305 members $347 non-members. $15 materials fee due to the instructor. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 5 – 29: Mikatoure Modeling and Self Esteem Camp for Kids ages 6-12: 12:30–3:30 p.m. Young people will develop character, confidence and charisma and have a great time too. Instructor Tamika Hall, held the title of Mrs. Maryland Essence 2010 and is the founder of Mikatoure Academy of Modeling and the Performing Arts (www.mikatoure.com). Her modeling and teaching experience are the hallmarks of her interest in teaching character development through self esteem building activities. Poise and confidence are also incorporated through teaching runway techniques. The class culminates in a fashion show. Monday through Friday, four weeks. Register by 6/28. $305 members $347 non-members. $15 materials fee due to the instructor. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 7: Thursdays in the Park. 7-9 p.m.: Unified Jazz Ensemble at the Kent Island Yacht Club, Chester, MD. Free. QAC Arts Council invites the public to enjoy an evening of perfectly played Jazz music. Bring blankets or chairs; concert goers may bring in picnic fare and food and beverages will also be on sale. Rain or shine. Call the Arts Council in the event of severe weather warnings. 410.758.2520. Sponsored by Maryland State Arts Council, Tidewater Trader and WCTR.

July 9: Dance Party. 8-10:30 p.m. Sizzling Summer Nights Dance Party. Early bird Cha-Cha lesson from 7:15-8 p.m. Presented by www.dancingontheshore.com. Held at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. $10 members $12 non-members. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 13 – August 3: Ballroom Dance: Beginner Level 1 Bolero, ages 14+: Wednesday, 7-7:50 p.m. This class is a continuation of Basic Beginner Bolero, taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell (www.dancingontheshore.com). Register by 7/6. $50 members $55 non-members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 13 – August 3: Ballroom Dance: Beginner Level 1 Quickstep, ages 14+: Wednesday, 8-8:50 p.m. This class is a continuation of Basic Beginner Quickstep, taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell (www.dancingontheshore.com). Register by 7/6. $50 members $55 non-members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 15: Latin Dance Party. 8:15-10:00 p.m. Dance the night away to your favorite Cha-Cha, Salsa, Rumba, Bolero, Bachata and Merengue music. Early bird Salsa lesson from 7:30-8:15 p.m. Presented by www.dancingontheshore.com. Held at the Centre for the Arts in Centreville, 206 South Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. $10 members $12 non-members. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 15: Eco Art Kids ages 7-14: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. Nature enthusiasts will have opportunities to explore with natural materials while expressing themselves creatively in this discovery based art and nature class. Projects include nature prints, mud painting, earth art, animal sculptures, clay pottery, fiber arts and much more. Location: Millstream Park, Centreville, MD. Register by 7/8. $30 members $35 non-members. Taught by artist and art educator Dawn Malosh, www.outsideartlessons.com. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 15: Mask Making Workshop for Kids ages 7-14: 1 – 3 p.m. Create a unique mask and learn the fascinating history, purposes and varieties of masks from around the world. A variety of materials such as oil clay acrylic paints, feathers, yarn and beads will be explored. Location: Centre for the Arts, Centreville, MD. Register by 7/8. $25 members $30 non-members. Taught by artist and art educator Dawn Malosh, www.outsideartlessons.com. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 21: Thursdays in the Park. 7-9 p.m.: Sean Fleming at the Kent Manor Inn, Stevensville, MD. Free. QAC Arts Council invites the public to enjoy an evening of Irish, Celtic and Rock music in this unique musical performance. Rain or shine. Call the Arts Council in the event of severe weather warnings. 410.758.2520. Sponsored by Maryland State Arts Council, Tidewater Trader and WCTR.

July 25 – August 26: Boot Camp: A five-week workout session with fitness instructors Pam Thaxton and Mary Messick. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 5:30 to 6:30 a.m., Register by 7/19, $104 new students/$80 returning students. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. For more information call 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info

July 29: Nature’s Wonders in Watercolor ages 7-14: 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m. In this exciting “plein air” watercolor class students will learn techniques in drawing, composing and painting landscapes, water scenes, wildlife and birds. Location: Millstream Park, Centreville, MD. Register by 7/22. $30 members $35 non-members. Taught by artist and art educator Dawn Malosh, www.outsideartlessons.com. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info.

July 29: Nature Print, Rubbings and Collage ages 7-14: 1 – 3 p.m. Learn how to make patterns, scenes, designs and animal pictures by printing, rubbing and collages using natural objects. Students will explore nature, texture, composition and printmaking while having fun. Location: Centre for the Arts, Centreville, MD. Register by 8/5. $25 members $30 non-members. Taught by artist and art educator Dawn Malosh, www.outsideartlessons.com. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410-758-2520. www.arts4u.info.

The Queen Anne’s County Arts Council and Centre for the Arts is a non-profit organization committed to promoting, expanding and sustaining the arts. We receive support from the Maryland State Arts Council, corporate and private giving. Visit us on the web www.arts4u.info