FEBRUARY

February 10 – March 30: Drawing 100, ages 16+ Friday, 9-11:30 a.m. Learn the principles, tools and media used in drawing with an emphasis on still life, landscape and architecture. Experienced instructor and professional artist Rick Strittmater, www.blackpooldesign.com, teaches a variety of approaches using dry media. Register by 2/3, $105 members/$114 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

February 11: Valentine Afternoon Tea, ages 14 + Saturday.,2 p.m.- 4 p.m.Enjoy a delightful afternoon of tea, traditional high tea finger foods, and make a Valentine Card for your someone special. Creative Memories consultant Cathy Downes is on hand to guide you in the card-making process. Two Small Works raffle tickets are included in the class cost. Register by 2/11, $25 members/$30 non members. Limited seating. Held at the Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520.

February 11: Valentine Dance Party. 8-10:30 p.m., Saturday. Dress in red at this Valentine celebration. Early Bird Rumba lesson from 7:15-8 p.m, presented by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell. www.dancingontheshore.com Held at the Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. $10 members/$12 non members.

February 18: Third Annual “Small Works: Exhibit & Raffle” Gala Drawing of Winning Tickets. Saturday 6-8 p.m. Winning tickets for each work of art will be drawn while attendees enjoy refreshments. Winners who are present may take artwork home at the end of the evening. Raffle tickets are $5 per ticket or 7 tickets for $30 and remain on sale through closing of Exhibit. Gala tickets are $30. RSVP required. Sponsored by Palate Pleasers. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

February 20 – March 23: Boot Camp A five-week total workout with instructors Pam Thaxton and Mary Messick. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 5:30-6:30 a.m., Register by 2/3. $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

MARCH

March 6- April 3: Fearless Watercolor Painting, Tuesday, 10 a.m. – noon. Review or begin your knowledge of the color wheel, color properties and watercolor techniques with instructor Sally Clark. This class will bring a better understanding of the medium and many techniques available for each student. Register by 2/28, $126 members/$147 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

March 9: Preview & Reception. “Light, Landscapes & Adornment” Friday, 5:30 – 8 p.m. Featured artists David Terrar, Joyce Feldman and Janice Colvin create a multi-discipline exhibit of oils, prints and jewelry. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

March 14– April 4: Ballroom Dance Salsa, Level 1, ages 14+, Wednesday, 7-7:50 p.m. Instruction by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell. www.dancingontheshore.com Register by 3/7. $50 members/$55 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

March 14- April 4: Ballroom Dance American Tango, Level 2, ages 14+, Wednesday, 8-8:50 p.m. Prior experience necessary for Level 2 American Tango instruction taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell. www.dancingontheshore.com Register by 3/7. $50 members/$55 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

March 15 & March 22: Mosaics: Make A Stepping Stone, ages 14+, Thursday, 7 to 9 p.m. Learn how to choose tiles, create a design, cut tiles, glue and grout and add these decorative stones to a garden or yard. Tiles, stained glass and other embellishments may be incorporated into each unique design. Class held at Wye River Designs, 4300 Main Street, Grasonville, www.wyeriverdesigns.com. Register by 3/6. $32 members/ $40 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

March 23 – April 4: The Art of Drawing People, ages 16+ Friday, 1 to 2:30 p.m. Learn the basic anatomy of the human figure through observation and analysis of natural and manufactured human subjects. Experienced instructor and professional artist Rick Strittmater, www.blackpooldesign.com, teaches a variety of approaches using dry media. Register by 3/16. $90 members/$104 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

March 26 – April 27: Boot Camp: A five-week total workout with instructors Pam Thaxton and Mary Messick. Mon., Wed., Fri. 5:30-6:30 a.m., Register by 3/20. $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

March 31: Queen Anne County Arts Council 35th Anniversary Gala Honoring “Person of Note” Paul Reed Smith Saturday. 6:30 p.m. Dinner, dancing and silent auction. Held at the Chesapeake Bay Beach Club, Stevensville, MD. Gala tickets are $150.00 per person. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

APRIL

April 11- May 2: Ballroom Dance Salsa, Level 2, ages 14+, Wednesday, 7-7:50 p.m. Instruction taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell. www.dancingontheshore.com Register by 4/4. $50 members/$55 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

April 11- May 2: Ballroom Dance Argentine Tango, Level 3, ages 14+, Wednesday, 8-8:50 p.m. Prior experience necessary for advanced Level 3 Tango. Taught by world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell, www.dancingontheshore.com. Register by 4/4, $50 members/$55 non members, Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

April 14: Bangle Bracelets, Saturday, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Make a faux bone, ivory or wood tribal pattern bracelet with easy to use oven baked clay and simple tools. Texture and embellish with beads, wire, small shells or stones. Artist Janice Colvin has been teaching jewelry making and fabric crafts for over 12 years and is the co-owner of Sea Foam Jewels. Register by 4/14, $27 members/$34 non members. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

April 14: Country, Ballroom and Latin Dance Party with world class dancer and instructor Amanda Showell. www.dancingontheshore.com. Early Bird Country Two Step lessons begin at 7:15 p.m. and dance party starts at 8:15 p.m. and runs until 10 p.m. $10 members/$12 non members, Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce St., Centreville, MD. 410.758.2520. www.arts4u.info

April 30 to June 1: Boot Camp: A five-week total workout with instructors Pam Thaxton and Mary Messick. Monday, Wednesday, Friday, 5:30-6:30 a.m., Register by 4/24. $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

April 6 to May 5 Art East Exhibit featuring over 20 regional artists. Admission free, donations welcome. Centre for the Arts, 206 S. Commerce Street, Centreville, MD. For more information,call 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