BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//The Delaplaine Arts Center - ECPv6.17.3//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:The Delaplaine Arts Center X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://delaplaine.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for The Delaplaine Arts Center REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260906T160000 DTSTAMP:20260805T194220Z CREATED:20260416T213507Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260805T194220Z UID:10000486-1788696000-1788710400@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Downtown Frederick Artwalk DESCRIPTION:Take a self-guided jaunt downtown and visit local galleries! This month\, meet our Sunday Artwalk artist\, Ratha Soumphontphakdy. Ratha is a jewelry maker and watercolor painter who will be selling her cheerful creations. This pop-up event totally supports the artist! \nThe Downtown Frederick Artwalk is a program of the Downtown Frederick Partnership. Visit their website for the full list of participating galleries. URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/artwalk09/ CATEGORIES:Programs,Recurring Programs & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Website-Image-Size-Ratha.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T171936Z CREATED:20260414T171122Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T171936Z UID:10000429-1788620400-1788627600@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Exhibition Openings DESCRIPTION:View exhibitions and meet the artists! Get exhibition details on the Exhibitions page of our website. FREE URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/exhibition-openings-09/ CATEGORIES:Programs,Recurring Programs & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/7.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T170000 DTSTAMP:20260414T172052Z CREATED:20260414T161447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T172052Z UID:10000417-1788620400-1788627600@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Creative Outlet DESCRIPTION:Kids and their adults are invited to drop-in and get creative together in our family open studio to create an artist-inspired project! THIS MONTH: Inspired by the work of Gustav Klimt\, create a golden\, glittering work of art \nPlease limit your time to about an hour\, especially if other families are waiting for a table. At least one adult must be present at each table. Please\, no large groups. Visit the Group Workshops and Birthday Art Parties page of our website to book a private group art event. \nFREE URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/creative-outlet-09/ CATEGORIES:Creative Outlet,Family, Kids & Teens,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Creative-Outlet-April-2026.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260905T140000 DTSTAMP:20260827T125900Z CREATED:20260729T184524Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260827T125900Z UID:10000577-1788616800-1788616800@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Art Matters Artist Talk: Rhonda Smith\, Samantha Nachlas\, and Marcia Mason DESCRIPTION:Join us as we enhance our understanding and appreciation of art! Talks will be presented in person at the Delaplaine\, and then will be available on our YouTube channel about two weeks later. THIS MONTH: Exhibiting artists Rhonda Smith\, Samantha Nachlas\, and Marcia Mason will discuss their history as artists and the work in their exhibitions. \nFREE URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/art-matters-artist-talk-09/ CATEGORIES:Art Matters Artist Talks,Art Talks,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/DSC_0030-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260825T170000 DTSTAMP:20260821T134515Z CREATED:20260414T171706Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260821T134515Z UID:10000430-1787670000-1787677200@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:World Photography Day Cyanotype Event DESCRIPTION:Celebrate World Photography Day by creating an original work of art using the sun! Cyanotype is a historic photographic process that uses a light-sensitive paper to capture images without a camera (or a darkroom!). It is a fun technique for all ages. Minors must be accompanied by an adult. While supplies last. Drop in any time during the program. \nFREE URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/world-photography-day-cyanotype-event-2026/ CATEGORIES:Community Engagement,Family, Kids & Teens,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/World-Photography-Day-2025-IMG_4570-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260814T130000 DTSTAMP:20260414T174849Z CREATED:20260414T161552Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T174849Z UID:10000422-1786708800-1786712400@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Art At Noon: Building Creative Communities Through Fashion: Confidence\, Connection\, and Creative Agency DESCRIPTION:Dr. ChaCha Hudson will share her journey as a fashion educator\, researcher\, and community builder\, exploring how her work has evolved from studying fashion to creating spaces where people can reconnect with their creativity and sense of self. Blending personal experience\, research\, and community practice\, this talk will examine how traditional art and fashion spaces often exclude rather than invite\, and how intentional\, inclusive environments can transform the way people see themselves and their creative potential. URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/art-at-noon-building-creative-communities-through-fashion-confidence-connection-and-creative-agency/ CATEGORIES:Art at Noon/Art at Night,Art Talks,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Dr-ChaCha-at-the-Cutting-Table.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816 DTSTAMP:20260729T194154Z CREATED:20260107T174943Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260729T194154Z UID:10000299-1781308800-1786838399@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Francine Brady Art Carts: Second Floor Art Cart DESCRIPTION:Kids (and adults!) can stop by the Delaplaine’s Francine Brady Art Carts during your next visit and get creative! The Art Carts offer two different activities each month. JUN 15 TO AUG 15: Look at the work of Shirin Neshat\, our summer Artist of Inspiration\, and explore layering text on photos \nIn addition\, a video for one of the activities will premiere on the Delaplaine YouTube channel. You can watch the video and use materials that you have at home to create a variety of artworks. \nFREE URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/art-cart-06/ CATEGORIES:Every Day,Francine Brady Art Carts,Programs,Recurring Programs & Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DSC_0187-scaled-e1767906387831.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260320 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260330 DTSTAMP:20260316T171807Z CREATED:20250908T163518Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260316T171807Z UID:10000171-1773964800-1774828799@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Block Party DESCRIPTION:Vote for Your Favorites\nThis 10-day public exhibition features creations made with interlocking blocks (such as LEGO®) and artworks inspired by the block theme. Brick aficionados of all ages are participating to show off their creativity and skill while helping to raise funds for our community engagement programs serving underserved\, at-risk\, and marginalized audiences. Visitors can purchased votes in a variety of amounts and cast them for one or more favorite entries. Each vote purchased adds to our ability to reach more people in the community! \nExtended Hours\nFriday\, Mar 20–Sunday\, Mar 29 the Delaplaine will be open extended hours: \n\nMonday–Saturday\, 9–8 & Sunday\, 11–5\n\nProgram Goals\n\nTo engage members of the community of all ages to create and enjoy fun works of art using interlocking plastic blocks as materials or inspiration.\nTo raise critical funds for the Delaplaine’s Community Engagement and public programs.\n\nAwards\nA panel of judges will select winners in the following categories: \n\nJurors Award – Best Engineered Block Project: $150\nJurors Award – Most Creative Block Project or Artwork: $150\nJurors Award – Most Inspired Artwork: $150\n\nThe project or artwork that receives the most votes will be named the People’s Choice Award Winner\, receive $250 and a trophy\, and have their project displayed in the May issue of Delaplaine Arts magazine\, distributed to about 50\,000 households and businesses\, and on the Delaplaine’s social media. \nImportant Dates for Entrants\n\nProject/Artwork Delivery: Tuesday & Wednesday\, Mar 17 & 18\, 9 am–7 pm\nJurors Award Winners Announced: Saturday\, Mar 21 via Facebook\nPeople’s Choice Award Winner Announced: Monday\, Mar 30 via Facebook\nProject/Artwork Pick-Up: Monday & Tuesday\, Mar 30 & 31\, 9 am–7 pm\n\nDisclaimer: LEGO® is a trademark of the LEGO Group of companies which does not sponsor\, authorize\, or endorse this program. URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/block-party/ LOCATION:Delaplaine Arts Center\, 40 S Carroll St\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States CATEGORIES:Block Party,Programs,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/11/BLOCK-PARTY.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T190000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250927T230000 DTSTAMP:20260130T154703Z CREATED:20250801T131409Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260130T154703Z UID:10000167-1758999600-1759014000@delaplaine.org SUMMARY:Oz Gala DESCRIPTION:Mark Your Calendar\nAncients & Aliens 2026 Gala • Saturday\, Sep 26\n2025 Oz Gala Our Best Yet!\n\n\n\n\nMore than a hundred Delaplaine supporters and friends followed the Dela-brick Road on September 27\, 2025 to celebrate our 39th year of bringing visual arts opportunities and experiences to the Frederick region and raise critical funds for our Community Engagement programs! Attendees enjoyed delicious cuisine by Canapes Catering and danced the night away courtesy of DJ Kevin Sayers. Many also participated in our online auction of Oz and Frederick-themed artworks by local artists that opened on September 13 and closed the evening of the gala. \nThanks to all those who sponsored\, purchased tickets\, and participated in the auction\, this year’s event was our most successful ever! \nSee some of photos of this amazing event! \nAuction Artists\nRon Ames\, Shannon Beatty\, Constance Balukoff\, Jennifer Dapper Brown\, Jessie Bunk\, Ellen Byrne\, Linda Daniels Cermak\, Jackie Celia Clark\, Kathy Frye\, Melanie Gettier\, Sarah Goodwin\, Michael Gresalfi\, Karen Hanson\, Heidi Hench\, Ryan Hench\, Beth Higgins\, Stacey Holsinger\, John Kachik\, Linda Kavanagh\, Lara King\, Joy Lineberry\, Jillian Abir MacMaster\, Hana Malone\, Patty Marx\, Margo Moore\, Roni Nehemias\, Julie Nicklas\, Max Peterson\, Rachel Price\, Donna Quehasa\,  Erin Ragheb\, Deborah Lovelace Richardson\, Elayne Rogge\, Janet Seifert\, Bonny Sydnor\, Elizabeth Tringali\, Susan Twigg\, Loreen Western\, Rose Wienhoff\, Roxy Williams \nGala Volunteer Crew\nAnn Campbell\, Molly Carlson\, Virginia Gibson\, Debby Hartman\, Laura Hunter\, Nick Hutchings\, Ava Lawrence\, Ryleigh Lawrence\, Roni Nehemias\, Rachel Price\, Abigail Ritter\, Clara Ritter \nTed Delaplaine\, Norvis Long-Parker\, Bonnie Ritter – Gala Committee Co-Chairs \n\n\n\n \n \n \n The Delaplaine Arts Center\, Inc. is 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization\, and all contributions are deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. All donations are acknowledged. A copy of our current financial statement is available upon request by contacting the Development Office at 301-698-0656 x109. Documents and information submitted to the State of Maryland under the Charitable Solicitations Act are available for the cost of copying and postage. Tax ID #52-1481592. \n \n \n \n\n \n \n \n \n \n THANK YOU to Our Amazing Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Emerald City Level \n \n \n \n George Delaplaine\, Jr. Ted Delaplaine & Todd Wilson Buck & Kateri Delaplaine \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Field of Poppies Level \n \n \n \n Colleen Abbott John Bartell & Joan Frank \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Enchanted Forest Level \n \n \n \n Jody Clark & Gail Colangelo Kate Costlow & John D’Amore James Delaplaine Wallace Eddleman & Aaron Eisenfeld Jeff & Krista Mitzak Martin Packouz The Ritter Family Robert & Laura Wieder Marlene & Michael Young \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Munchkinland Level \n \n \n \n John & Donna Hanrahan Norman & Margaret Huddy Deedee Randall Luttrell Nancy Deyle & Myron W. Randall\, Jr. Ruth Randall & Ed Smith Dr. John & Madonna Vitarello URL:https://delaplaine.org/event/oz-gala/ LOCATION:Delaplaine Arts Center\, 40 S Carroll St\, Frederick\, MD\, 21701\, United States CATEGORIES:Gala,Programs,Special Events ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://delaplaine.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/gala-artwork.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR