July 28, 2016

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Come and help us pack 500 Art Boxes!These art supplies will be donated to theChildren's Aid Society for students in Kthrough 3rd grade. Please give us a hand onWednesday, August 3, beginning at 10:00am, at the United Way House, 10250 LaPlata Road (Rt. 488), La Plata, MD. Contactour Office Manager, Judy Crawford, at 301-392-5900, to let us know you're coming.

Thank you!

Robert K. RauschPresident, Charles County Arts Alliance

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Thursdays, 7 :00 pmThursdays, 7 :00 pmO 'Donnell LakeO 'Donnell Lake

10400 O 'Donnell Place10400 O 'Donnell PlaceWaldorfWaldorf

Bands perform on the boardwalk, which

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is in the center of the community.Plenty of free parking is available.Coolers are permitted, but alcohol andglass containers are prohibited.Concerts will end at dusk.

July 28 - Earl Carter

August 4 - Peterson Brothers

August 11 - GrooveSpan

August 18 - Sin Miedo

August 25 - US Navy Band, SeaChanters

September 1 - Tomorrow's Time

For more information, go St. CharlesSunset Concert Festival.

Concessions are available from theTown's food trailer located near theback of the parking lot, an ice creamtruck is also stationed there for yourenjoyment. A play area for children,the Kids' Zone, allows parents toenjoy the concert while keeping aneye on the little ones. July 29 - Dr. Robert Band August 5 - 257th Army Band August 12 - Eric Scott Band August 19 - The Muddy Crows August 26 - Southern MarylandConcert Band September 2 - John Luskey Band

September 9 - Paul Thomas andThe M W B Band September 16 - BackFin

September 23 - Port TobaccoPickers September 30 - Robbie Boothe

For more information, go to La PlataSummer Concert Series.

Ne wtowne Pla y e rsNe wtowne Pla y e rsBy e By e BirdieBy e By e BirdieLast Performances! July 28 - 31Last Performances! July 28 - 31Thursday, Friday, Saturday, 8:00 pmThursday, Friday, Saturday, 8:00 pmSunday, 3:30 pmSunday, 3:30 pmThree Notch TheatreThree Notch Theatre21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington Park21744 South Coral Drive, Lexington ParkTickets : $18 Adult, $15 Senior/Student/Mil i tary, $13 ChildTickets : $18 Adult, $15 Senior/Student/Mil i tary, $13 Child

The year is 1958, and the much-adored rock and roll idol -Conrad Birdie - has been drafted into the US Army. Hissongwriter and agent, Albert Peterson, along with Albert'ssecretary and girlfriend Rose Alvarez have created abrilliant plan for a huge send off. They're going to haveConrad sing his latest song "One Last Kiss" on the EdSullivan show, AND actually give one last kiss toKim MacAfee, President of the Conrad Birdie Fan Club inSweet Apple, Ohio. Hopefully, this will ensure a huge hit forConrad, keep the public's adoration for the new G.I. andultimately keep Almaelou records from going under. For

more information, go to http://www.newtowneplayers.org/bye-bye-birdie.html.

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Ms Georgia's Creative Arts Academy (formerly Ms Georgia's MusicalBeginnings) serves over 100 families in Southern Maryland and is rapidlyexpanding. Her upbeat academy focuses on developing the creative spark ineach student, including those with special needs, and exposing them to thegreat masters in the world of Fine Arts through dynamic hands-onexperiences. The Academy offers individual and group lessons, studentperformance opportunities, in-house performances by professional artists,and field trips to shows and museums throughout the DC area. The Academyserves students of all ages, however the majority of the students are ages 5-11. For more information about becoming one of the Academy's teachers,contact Georgia Bonney at 301-542-9359, or georgiabonney@gmail.com.

Ms Ge orgia ' s Summe r Ca mpMs Ge orgia ' s Summe r Ca mpMusical Beginnings Big Kids (for ages 5 - 12)Musical Beginnings Big Kids (for ages 5 - 12)August 1 - 4, August 1 - 4, 9 :30 am - 2:00 pm9 :30 am - 2:00 pm7454 Woodhaven Drive, La Plata, MD7454 Woodhaven Drive, La Plata, MDClick Click HERE HERE for details of the camp and feesfor details of the camp and fees

Camps include archery, swimming, miniature golf, table tennis, open art andmore. Each week focuses on a different theme. Call 301-542-9359, emailgeorgiabonney@gmail.com, or goto http://www.msgeorgiasmusicalbeginnings.net/ to register.

Col le ge of Southe rn Ma ry la ndCol le ge of Southe rn Ma ry la ndTwi l ight Pe r forma nc e sTwi l ight Pe r forma nc e sAll Performances are Free and begin at 6:45All Performances are Free and begin at 6:45pmpmBring a lawn chair. In case of inclementBring a lawn chair. In case of inclementweather, performances wil l be held ins ide.weather, performances wil l be held ins ide.

Le ona rdtown Ca mp usLe ona rdtown Ca mp usTuesdaysTuesdays22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown22950 Hollywood Road, Leonardtown

August 2: Children's Play (CSM TheatreProgram): "Spirit of Hispania: HispanicTales"

CCAA Me mb e r Orga niz a t ions &CCAA Me mb e r Orga niz a t ions &Bus ine s s e sBus ine s s e s

Archbishop Neale School

Boston's Restaurant & Sports Bar

La Pla ta Ca mp usLa Pla ta Ca mp usWednesdaysWednesdays8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata

August 3: Children's Play (CSM Theatre Program): "Spirit of Hispania:Hispanic Tales"

Pr inc e Fre de r ic k Ca mp usPr inc e Fre de r ic k Ca mp usThursdaysThursdays115 J.W. Wil l iams Road, Prince115 J.W. Wil l iams Road, PrinceFrederickFrederick

July 28: U. S. Navy Band Sea ChantersAugust 4: Children's Play (CSM Theatre Program): "Spirit of Hispania:Hispanic Tales"

For more information, visit http://www.csmd.edu/community/the-arts/special-events/twilight-performance-series, or call the Box Office at 301-934-7828.

Por t Tob a c c o Pla y e rsPor t Tob a c c o Pla y e rsAudi t ions for Age s 16 to 7 5Audi t ions for Age s 16 to 7 5White Chr is tma sWhite Chr is tma s

Tuesday, August 2, 7 :00 pmTuesday, August 2, 7 :00 pmThursday, August 4, 7 :00 pmThursday, August 4, 7 :00 pmSaturday, August 6, 9 :00 amSaturday, August 6, 9 :00 am508 E. Charles Street, La Plata508 E. Charles Street, La Plata

Synopsis: Based on the beloved, timeless film, this heartwarming musicaladaptation features 17 Irving Berlin songs. Veterans Bob Wallace and PhilDavis have a successful song-and-dance act after World War II. With romancein mind, the two follow a duo of beautiful singing sisters en route to theirChristmas show at a Vermont lodge, which just happens to be owned by Boband Phil's former army commander. For auditions: They are looking for adiverse cast; one female 9-12 years old part available. Auditions consist ofsinging, dancing, and cold reading from the script. Prepare 16 to 32 bars of aclassic Broadway-style song (Berlin, Gershwin, Rogers and Hammerstein,etc.), and arrive with sheet music. No acapella, no songs from the show, andno recordings of music. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes for dancing.Performance dates are November 25 - December 18, 2016. For moreinformation, contact Laurie Mudd at randlmudd@gmail.com. orvisit http://www.ptplayers.com/audition-announcement.html.

La Pla ta Town Ha l l K ids ' Summe r ShowsLa Pla ta Town Ha l l K ids ' Summe r ShowsWest Lawn, West Lawn, 305 Q ueen Anne Street, La Plata305 Q ueen Anne Street, La PlataFree and O pen to the Pub licFree and O pen to the Pub licAttendees are encouraged to bring blankets and lawn chairs for sitting. Noconcessions will be available, but you are welcome to bring drinks and snacksalong.For more information, visit http://www.townoflaplata.org.

Ra inb ow Roc k Ba ndRa inb ow Roc k Ba ndMe e t the Ra inb owMe e t the Ra inb owFor Infants to 7 YearsFor Infants to 7 YearsTuesday, August 2, 10 :00 amTuesday, August 2, 10 :00 am

Bullock's Piano Salon

Century 21 New Millennium Realtors

ChameleonJohn

Charles County Fair, Inc.

Charles County Government Office of Tourism

Charles County Public Library

Chesapeake Choral Arts Society

College of Southern Maryland

Community Bank of the Chesapeake

Corner Studio ArtWorks

Discountrue

Edward L. Sanders Insurance Agency, Inc.

Exquisite Catering Services

Flooring Max Design Center

Friends of Old Waldorf School Foundation,Inc.

Golden Renaissance Jewellers

Indian Head Center for the Arts

Joson Fine Jewelry and Home Boutique

La Plata Lions Club

Life Journeys Writers Guild

Mattawoman Creek Art Center

Moore Admin Help

Music Teachers Association of Charles Co., Inc.

Nanjemoy Community Center, DCS

Port Tobacco Players

Rotary, La Plata, MD

Sagepoint Senior Living Services

Join the Rainbow Rock Band as they entertain withtunes, laughs and more! Winners of a Parents' ChoiceFun Stuff Award for their debut CD, "Meet theRainbow," is a mix of musical genres from folk to rockto rockabilly, all the while being EDUCATIONAL andFUN!! Your child will learn about shapes, colors,movement, and more! The Rainbow Rock Bandencourages all the rainbow rockers to participate in the

show either on the microphone or at their seat, but either way your little one issure to have fun!

Unc le De v in ShowUnc le De v in ShowTuesday, August 16, 10 :00 amTuesday, August 16, 10 :00 am

The Uncle Devin Show® is a live,interactive musical experience for childrenby renowned drummer Devin Walker. Theshow cultivates the minds of childrenthrough percussion instruments and is adynamic cross between Fat Albert andSchoolhouse Rock.

India n He a d Ce nte r for the Ar ts Bla c k Box The a treIndia n He a d Ce nte r for the Ar ts Bla c k Box The a treMa s hupMa s hupSaturday, August 6, 7 :00 pmSaturday, August 6, 7 :00 pm4185 Indian Head Highway, Indian Head4185 Indian Head Highway, Indian HeadTickets : $10 at the DoorTickets : $10 at the Door

Featuring Jack McNutt with acoustic, rockand metal music. For more information,call 301-743-3040, orvisit http://www.indianheadblackbox.org.

Por t Tob a c c o Pla y e rsPor t Tob a c c o Pla y e rs17 7 617 7 6Now through August 7Now through August 7Friday, Saturday, 8:00 pmFriday, Saturday, 8:00 pmSunday, 3:00 pmSunday, 3:00 pm508 Charles Street, La Plata508 Charles Street, La PlataTickets : $18 Adult; $15 Senior (60+), Youth to 18, Mil i taryTickets : $18 Adult; $15 Senior (60+), Youth to 18, Mil i tary

Can musical theater be funny, insightful andeducational? Yep! It's the summer of 1776, andthe nation is ready to declare independence. . .ifonly our founding fathers can agree to do it! 1776follows John Adams of Massachusetts, BenjaminFranklin of Pennsylvania, and Thomas Jefferson ofVirginia as they attempt to convince the membersof the second Continental Congress to vote for

Southern Maryland Carousel Group

Southern Maryland Decorative Painters

Southern Maryland Jazz Orchestra

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Town of Indian Head

Town of La Plata

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CCAA Boa rd of D ire c torsCCAA Boa rd of D ire c torsRobert Rausch, PresidentGale Kladitis, Vice PresidentRonald G. Brown, Secretary/TreasurerDiane Rausch, Past PresidentBill AdamsEmily FerrenLorina HarrisKathleen JenkinsAmelia JonesCecelia KellerVicki Marckel

Youth RepresentativeGreg A. Kenney, Jr.

Honorary Board MemberCindi Barnhart

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independence from the shackles of the British monarchy by signing theDeclaration of Independence. Come see the pivotal event in American historyblaze to life in this unconventional, hilarious and family-friendly Broadway hit. For more information, go to http://www.ptplayers.com, or call the Box Office at 301-932-6819.

Col le ge of Southe rn Ma ry la ndCol le ge of Southe rn Ma ry la ndAudi t ions for Age s 8 a nd UpAudit ions for Age s 8 a nd UpMonday and Tuesday, August 8 and 9 , 6:00 pmMonday and Tuesday, August 8 and 9 , 6:00 pmLa Plata Campus Fine Arts Center TheaterLa Plata Campus Fine Arts Center Theater8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata8730 Mitchell Road, La Plata

Open auditions for these productions:

The Runner Stumbles (Main Stage)Benched (Cause Theatre)The Lion, the Witch, and the Wardrobe (Children's Theatre)Pinocchio (Main Stage musical)

Performances will take place between September 8 and November 19, 2016.

Prepare a one-minute monologue.Prepare 16 bars of a song with music for the accompanistCome dressed to move

For more information, call the Box Office at 301-934-7828 or goto http://www.csmd.edu/community/the-arts/theatre-and-dance/auditions/index.

His tor ic St . Ma ry ' s C i ty a nd The Ne wtowne Pla y e rsHis tor ic St . Ma ry ' s C i ty a nd The Ne wtowne Pla y e rsSha ke s p e a re in the C i tySha ke s p e a re in the C i tyThe Te mp e s tThe Te mp e s tThursday, Friday, Saturday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday, August 12, 13, 18, 19 , 20 , 7 :30 pmAugust 12, 13, 18, 19 , 20 , 7 :30 pmSouthern Maryland Youth O rchestra Performs, August 12, 13, 19 ,Southern Maryland Youth O rchestra Performs, August 12, 13, 19 ,20 , 7 :00 pm20 , 7 :00 pmReconstructed State House of 1676Reconstructed State House of 167647418 O ld State House Road, Saint Mary's City, MD 2068647418 O ld State House Road, Saint Mary's City, MD 20686Tickets : $15 Adult; $12 Senior, Mil i tary, Student; $10 Children 6 toTickets : $15 Adult; $12 Senior, Mil i tary, Student; $10 Children 6 to11; 11; Free for Children Under 6Free for Children Under 6Thursday, August 18 - This Night O nly - Tickets : $10 , ChildrenThursday, August 18 - This Night O nly - Tickets : $10 , Childrenunder 6 are Freeunder 6 are Free

Exiled to an abandoned island in the middle of thesea, Prospero, the former Duke of Milan, grows intoa powerful sorcerer. When chance brings hisenemies close to his shores, Prospero schemes hisrevenge against the ones who overthrew him: hiscunning sister, Antonia, and Alonso, the King ofNaples. Raising a powerful storm with the help of hisfaithful and spritely servant, Ariel, Prospero bringsthe shipwrecked king and crew into his world ofmystery, danger and enchantment. Family andpolitical drama intertwine with lighthearted comedy

and romance as fools, lovers, and villains alike traverse the island in WilliamShakespeare's The Tempest. For additional information, contact AaronMeisinger at AaronM@digshistory.org, or call 240-895-4990.

The Ha rd Ba rga in Pla y e rsThe Ha rd Ba rga in Pla y e rsRa dio Gol fRa dio Gol fFriday, Saturday, August 12, 13, 19 , 20 , 26 and 27 , 8:00 pmFriday, Saturday, August 12, 13, 19 , 20 , 26 and 27 , 8:00 pmTheater in the WoodsTheater in the Woods2001 Bryan Point Road, Accokeek2001 Bryan Point Road, AccokeekTickets : $12 Adults , $10 Students and Members of the AliceTickets : $12 Adults , $10 Students and Members of the AliceFerguson FoundationFerguson Foundation

Ambitious, well-connected, charismatic, IvyLeague educated real estate mogul HarmondWilks is on a path to become thefirst Black mayorof Pittsburgh. With a lucrative real estatedevelopment project about to break ground and asmart, supportive and equally ambitious wife byhis side, he is living the dream. However, he isforced to evaluate the true cost of success whenthe revelation of secrets creates a moral crisisthreatening all of his aspirations. For moreinformation and to purchase tickets, contact Doris

Sharp at 240-766-8830, or email hbplayersboxoffice@gmail.com.

Ta ke a Bow Pe r form ing Ar ts GroupTa ke a Bow Pe r form ing Ar ts GroupM. The Mus ic a l D inne r The a te rM. The Mus ic a l D inne r The a te rSaturday, August 13, 1:00 and 5:00 pmSaturday, August 13, 1:00 and 5:00 pmSunday, August 14, 3:00 pmSunday, August 14, 3:00 pmThe Waldorf Culture CenterThe Waldorf Culture Center109 A Post O ffice Road, Waldorf109 A Post O ffice Road, WaldorfTickets : $25, Includes DinnerTickets : $25, Includes Dinner

This full-scale musical production ofMatilda, performed by the Theater Arts Camp kids,proves that miraculous things come in smallpackages. For more information and to purchasetickets, contact Heather Dautrich at 240-754-7732or email takeabowperformingarts@yahoo.com.

Por t Tob a c c o Pla y e rs Enc ore KidsPor t Tob a c c o Pla y e rs Enc ore KidsAudi t ions for Gra de s 1s t - 8 thAudi t ions for Gra de s 1s t - 8 th

Tuesday, August 16, 6:30 pmTuesday, August 16, 6:30 pmThursday, August 18, 6:30 pmThursday, August 18, 6:30 pm508 E. Charles Street, La Plata508 E. Charles Street, La Plata

The Encore Kids group consists of children in 1st - 8thgrades. Their mission is to serve as a communityoutreach program of the Port Tobacco Players byproviding year-round onstage opportunities for kids with aninterest in and a flair for theater. To audition, prepare 16 to32 bars of musical theater or Disney-style song and amemorized short monologue, poem or story. Bring sheet

music for the song; an accompanist will be provided. For more information, callthe Box Office at 301-932-6819, or contact the PTP Education Chairperson ateducation@ptplayers.com.

Che s a p e a ke Chora l Ar ts Soc ie tyChe s a p e a ke Chora l Ar ts Soc ie tyAudi t ionsAudi t ionsMondays, August 29 and Sep tember 12, 6:30 pmMondays, August 29 and Sep tember 12, 6:30 pmBy Appointment (Alternate Dates May be Arranged)By Appointment (Alternate Dates May be Arranged)Peace Lutheran ChurchPeace Lutheran Church401 E. Smallwood Drive, Waldorf401 E. Smallwood Drive, Waldorf

Auditions will consist of vocal warm-ups,pitch matching and vocal exercises todetermine the singer's vocal range. Noprepared piece is necessary. HighSchool age singers and older arewelcome. The choir meets regularly fromSeptember - June, rehearsing at PeaceLutheran Church on Monday eveningsfrom 7:00 - 9:00 pm, and produces three

different concerts throughout the season. Call Carol at 301-642-0594 to set upan audition appointment. For more information about CCAS,visit www.chesapeakechoral.com, or find them on Facebook.

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Cha r le s County Gov e rnme nt Commis s ione rs Bui ldingCha r le s County Gov e rnme nt Commis s ione rs Bui lding"Artists without Limits" Multi-Artist Show, through September 26 , 2016200 Baltimore Street, La Plata, MD 20646Gallery hours: Weekdays, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm

Cha r lot te Ha l l Ve te ra ns HomeCha r lot te Ha l l Ve te ra ns HomeMulti-Artist Show, through October 19, 2016E-Wing Assisted Living Dining Hallway29449 Charlotte Hall Road, Charlotte Hall, MD 20622Gallery Hours: Daily, 10:00 am to 8:00 pm"Meet the Artists" Public Reception, September 24, 2:00 - 4:00 pm

Community Ba nk of the Che s a p e a keCommunity Ba nk of the Che s a p e a keMulti-Artist Show, through August 18, 20163035 Leonardtown Road, Waldorf, MD 20601Gallery Hours: Monday - Friday, 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

Univ e rs i ty of Ma ry la nd Cha r le s Re giona l Me dic a lUniv e rs i ty of Ma ry la nd Cha r le s Re giona l Me dic a lCe nte rCe nte rSolo Show by Gordon Johnson, Now through October 5, 20165 Garrett Avenue, La Plata, MD 20646Gallery hours: Daily, 8:00 am to 8:00 pm

Wa ldor f We s t Lib ra ryWa ldor f We s t Lib ra ryMulti-Artist Show, through September 24, 201610405 O'Donnell Place, Waldorf, MD 20603Gallery Hours: Monday - Thursday, 9:00 am - 8:00 pm; Friday, 1:00 - 5:00pm; and Saturday, 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

For more information about the Gallery, contact the CCAA Office at 301-392-5900, or info@charlescountyarts.org.

BWI Ma rs ha l l A irp or t Comp e t i t ionBWI Ma rs ha l l A irp or t Comp e t i t ionO pen to All Artis ts Ages 18 and UpO pen to All Artis ts Ages 18 and UpMust be a Res ident of Maryland or Dis trict of Columb iaMust be a Res ident of Maryland or Dis trict of Columb iaDeadline to Submit: July 29 , 2016Deadline to Submit: July 29 , 2016Click Click HEREHERE to Download the Comp lete Ins tructions and to Download the Comp lete Ins tructions andRequirementsRequirements

Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood MarshallAirport (BWI Marshall Airport) is currently constructingthe D/E Connector and Security Checkpoint, and seeksto showcase the region's talented art community with agallery space along the connector. Artists may submitup to three digital images of artwork that can bereproduced and printed on large-scale fabric panels tobe displayed within the D/E Connector for one of four six-month exhibits. The jurors will consider any two-dimensional work of art, in reproducible format, followingthe guidelines listed in the instructions. Jurors will select28 images from the entries, to be displayed in fourshows of seven pieces lasting 6 months each, over a

five-year period. For more information, call 410-859-7086, or emaildwatkins@jmt.com.

Na t iona l Ga l le ry of Ar tNa t iona l Ga l le ry of Ar tSumme r Story Se r ie s : D is c ov e r Dutc h Ar tSumme r Story Se r ie s : D is c ov e r Dutc h Ar tStor ie s in Ar t in ASL for Chi ldre n Age sStor ie s in Ar t in ASL for Chi ldre n Age s4 to 74 to 7Sunday, July 31, 3:30 - 4:30 pmSunday, July 31, 3:30 - 4:30 pmWest Building, RotundaWest Building, Rotunda6th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW, 6th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC (use theWashington, DC (use theConstitution Avenue or Madison Drive entrances for eas ies t accessConstitution Avenue or Madison Drive entrances for eas ies t accessto the Rotunda)to the Rotunda)Free, but Pre-Regis tration is RequiredFree, but Pre-Regis tration is Required

Would you like to visit the Netherlands thissummer? Pack your imagination and travel to theNational Gallery of Art! You'll visit a windmill, sailthe seas, discover mince pie, and listen to aconcert. Participants learn about landscapes, stilllife, seascapes, and scenes of interior Dutch life byreading children's books, looking at 17th-centuryDutch art, and making a souvenir to document eachadventure. You will receive a passport to the

summer story series and a stamp for each program attended. If you collect allfour stamps at the end of the summer, you will receive a prize! Families who use ASL are invited to participate in sessions led by a deafguide. The sessions are offered entirely in ASL and introduce children to artiststhrough careful looking, storytelling, and hands-on experimentation. Led bymuseum educators, each program includes reading a children's book,exploring one work of art in the galleries, and completing a simple, hands-onactivity. Because this is a pilot program, families are asked to register in advance. Goto https://www.eventbrite.com/e/stories-in-art-in-american-sign-language-registration-24000806057 and register for each date individually. For moreinformation, contact Lorena Baines at asl@nga.gov.

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De a dl ine to Sub m it Ex te nde d to Augus t 5, 20 16De a dl ine to Sub m it Ex te nde d to Augus t 5, 20 16Community Bank of the Chesapeake, in partnership with the Charles CountyArt Alliance, is now accepting submissions for their fourth art show, a multi-media exhibit, to be held at the Main Waldorf Branch, 3035 Leonardtown Road,Waldorf, MD, from August 19 to November 18, 2016.

Local artists are invited to submit a maximum of two works of art forconsideration (there is no submission fee). Artwork entries must be submittedelectronically as digital images (jpegs) attached to an email sentto waldorfwestgallery@gmail.com. Please reference "Community BankGallery" in the subject line.

The email must include:

Artist's nameArtist's mailing addressArtist's email addressArtist's phone numberArtist's biography (half-page max, in MS-Word)Artist's headshot (jpeg)Title of artworkMedium/materials usedSize/dimensionsYear createdPrice, if applicable

The artists will be notified later in August after the Gallery Committee meets andmakes their selections. All artwork must be wired and ready to hang whendelivered to the Bank.

For more information on the gallery, please contact Gale Kladitisat gkladitis@comcast.net.

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The Charles County Arts Alliance is now accepting submissions for the Fall ArtShow, a multi-media public exhibit, to be held at the Waldorf West Library,10405 O'Donnell Place, Waldorf, MD, from September 26, 2016, to January7, 2017. The Library consists of four separate gallery spaces on two floors.

Local artists are invited to submit a maximum of two works of art on anysubject, to the Charles County Arts Alliance for consideration (there is nosubmission fee). Artwork entries must be submitted electronically as digitalimages (jpegs) attached to an email sent to waldorfwestgallery@gmail.com.Please reference "Waldorf West Fall Show" in the subject line.

The email must include:

Artist's nameArtist's mailing addressArtist's email addressArtist's phone numberArtist's biography (half-page max, in MS-Word)Artist's headshot (jpeg)Title of artworkMedium/materials usedSize/dimensionsYear createdPrice, if applicable

Artists who have previously shown in the gallery are invited to submit new workfor consideration. Selections will be made by the Gallery Committee and theartists will be notified in August. All artwork must be wired and ready to hang attime of delivery.

On Saturday, October 1, 2016, a "Meet the Artists" Public Reception will beheld from 2:00 to 4:00 pm, at the Waldorf West Library's Main Gallery, to honorall the artists participating in the fall show.

For more information about the Gallery, contact the CCAA Office at 301-392-5900, or info@charlescountyarts.org.

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Ex hib i ts , Works hop s , Op e n StudioEx hib i ts , Works hop s , Op e n StudioSmallwood State Park, Smallwood State Park, 5565 Upham Place, Marbury, MD 206585565 Upham Place, Marbury, MD 20658The Gallery is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays,The Gallery is open Fridays, Saturdays, and Sundays,11:00 am - 4:00 pm. For more information call 301-743-5159 . or11:00 am - 4:00 pm. For more information call 301-743-5159 . orgo to go to www.mattawomanart.org.www.mattawomanart.org.Admiss ion is Free for MCAC Vis itors ! Inform the Park RangerAdmiss ion is Free for MCAC Vis itors ! Inform the Park Rangerwhen Entering the Park.when Entering the Park.Click Click HEREHERE for their summer b rochure! for their summer b rochure!

Ple in Air Fr ida y sPle in Air Fr ida y s !!9 :00 am to Noon9 :00 am to NoonFree and O pen to the Pub licFree and O pen to the Pub lic

Just show up at the location listed at 9:00am. Meet together in the parking lot andthen paint until 12:00 noon. Gathertogether for lunch and a friendly critique ofeach other's works. Bring your own artsupplies, lunch and beverage. To getdirections, contact Mary Kercher atmkercher@aol.com.

July 29: Port Tobacco River, Mary Kercher's HomeAugust 5: Mt. Aventine, Chapman State ParkAugust 12: Benedict Pier, BenedictAugust 19: Waldorf West Library, WaldorfAugust 26: MCAC, General Smallwood State Park

Pa int ing a n Ab s t ra c t Wa te rc olorPa int ing a n Ab s t ra c t Wa te rc olorWednesday, August 3, 10 :00 am - 3:00 pmWednesday, August 3, 10 :00 am - 3:00 pmFee: $40 Members / $50 NonmembersFee: $40 Members / $50 NonmembersIns tructor: Jung Lea SmithIns tructor: Jung Lea Smith

Abstract art uses a visual language of shape,form, color, line and texture to create acomposition which may exist with a degree ofindependence from visual references in theworld. Abstraction is creating the idea of whatthe artist wants to explain in his/her own artisticway. Artwork which takes liberties, altering forinstance color and form in ways that areconspicuous, can be said to be partiallyabstract. Total abstraction bears no trace of any

reference to anything recognizable. In this workshop, the artist will determinehow abstract he/she would like to be. Participants should bring their ownwatercolor supplies as well as colorful photographs or pictures cut frommagazines as inspiration for what they might want to create in abstract form.Some previous experience with watercolor is required.

Fa c e sFa c e sExhib it by Bert StevensonExhib it by Bert StevensonNow through August 7Now through August 7

Southe rn Ma ry la ndSouthe rn Ma ry la ndExhib it by JExhib it by Jo Ann Gilhoolyo Ann GilhoolyNow through August 7Now through August 7

Over 20 paintingsportray the beauty andwonder of the SouthernMaryland area.

Op e n Al l -Me dia Show Ca l l for Ent ryOp e n Al l -Me dia Show Ca l l for Ent ryAugust 12 - Sep tember 11August 12 - Sep tember 11Delivery Dates: Delivery Dates: Saturday, August 6, 11:00 am - 2:00 pmSaturday, August 6, 11:00 am - 2:00 pmSunday, August 7 , 2:00 - 4:00 pmSunday, August 7 , 2:00 - 4:00 pmClick Click HEREHERE to download the App lication to download the App licationFormFormFor more information, go to www.mattawomanart.org, contact Harriett atahahproductions@yahoo.com, 301-868-0364, emailmattawomanart@aol.com, or call 301-743-5159.

Ca l l for Indiv idua l Ar t is t ShowCa l l for Indiv idua l Ar t is t ShowDeadline to Submit: August 15Deadline to Submit: August 15Click Click HEREHERE for comp lete Framing for comp lete FramingStandards and App lication Form.Standards and App lication Form.Artists will be notified on November 1. Formore information, call 301-743-5159, orvisit http://www.mattawomanart.org.

Stroke work -- V iola sStroke work -- V iola sSaturday, August 20 , 10 :00 am - 3:00 pmSaturday, August 20 , 10 :00 am - 3:00 pmFee: $50 Members / $60 NonmembersFee: $50 Members / $60 NonmembersIns tructor: Sandy Scales , Member of Society of DecorativeIns tructor: Sandy Scales , Member of Society of DecorativePaintersPainters

Join Sandy Scales as she teaches a fewbrushstrokes that lead to many flower and leafdesigns. Fee includes paints, prepped surfaces,instructions and color photo of project. You willneed to bring stroke brushes and a wet palette. Brushes will be available for purchase if needed.All Levels.

Ma tta woma n Cre e k Ar t Ce nte rMa t ta woma n Cre e k Ar t Ce nte rOp e n StudioOp e n StudioFridays, Now through Fridays, Now through August 27 , August 27 , 11:00 am - 3:00 pm11:00 am - 3:00 pmFree!Free!

Come create: paint, draw, take photos, sculpt,knit, quilt, etc. Bring your own materials and yourlunch. Bring your friends (both members andnonmembers). Share ideas andtechniques. Critique each other's work. Enjoy thecreative process! For more information, go tomattawomanart.org.

Na t iona l Ga l le ry of Ar tNa t iona l Ga l le ry of Ar tProgra ms in Ame r ic a n Sign La ngua ge a nd As s is t iv eProgra ms in Ame r ic a n Sign La ngua ge a nd As s is t iv eLis te ning De v ic e sLis te ning De v ic e sTour on Sunday, August 14, 1:00 pmTour on Sunday, August 14, 1:00 pmWest Building, 6th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW,West Building, 6th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW,Washington, DC (use the Constitution Avenue or Madison DriveWashington, DC (use the Constitution Avenue or Madison Driveentrances for eas ies t access to the Rotunda)entrances for eas ies t access to the Rotunda)

The tours take place on the secondSunday of every month and last aboutan hour. Meet the guide in the Rotundaof the West Building for the public tour.The program is interpreted into spokenEnglish. Assistive listening devices areavailable for use on any public tour with3 weeks' advance notice. To plan yourtrip and view hours and maps, go towww.nga.gov and click on Visit. For

more information, go to www.nga.gov and click on Calendar or contact LorenaBaines at access@nga.gov or 202-842-6905.

Na t iona l Ga l le ry of Ar tNa t iona l Ga l le ry of Ar tPic ture This ! The C los e of Da y : Twi l ightPic ture This ! The C los e of Da y : Twi l ightLa nds c a p e s !La nds c a p e s !Tours for Peop le with Low Vis ion or Who Are Tours for Peop le with Low Vis ion or Who Are Blind Blind Wednesday, August 24, and Saturday, August 27 , 1:00 pmWednesday, August 24, and Saturday, August 27 , 1:00 pm6th Street and Constitution Avenue, 6th Street and Constitution Avenue, NW, Washington, DC NW, Washington, DC (use the(use theConstitution Avenue or Madison Drive entrances for eas ies t accessConstitution Avenue or Madison Drive entrances for eas ies t accessto the Rotunda)to the Rotunda)

Picture This tours incorporate vibrantverbal description with information aboutworks of art. Tours meet at 1:00 pm inthe Rotunda of the West Building of the

Lumber Schooners at Evening onPenobscot Bay

by Fitz Henry Lane, 1863

National Gallery and last about an hour.Everyone is welcome! For moreinformation or to receive web links toworks that will be described on the tourin advance, contact Lorena Baines ataccess@nga.gov or 202-842-6905.Verbally described tours are alsoavailable by request with 3 weeks'notice by e-mailingaccess@nga.gov. For more information,go to www.nga.gov.

Ma ry la nd Inde p e nde nt , Ca lv e r t Re c orde r a ndMa ry la nd Inde p e nde nt , Ca lv e r t Re c orde r a ndEnte rp r is eEnte rp r is eCa l l ing Al l Photogra p he rs !Ca l l ing Al l Photogra p he rs !Photos Wanted for the 2017 CalendarsPhotos Wanted for the 2017 CalendarsDeadline to Submit Extended to Friday, O ctober 7 , 2016Deadline to Submit Extended to Friday, O ctober 7 , 2016

Submit up to 5 of your picturesque photos ofCalvert, Charles and St. Mary's Counties fora chance to be featured in the SouthernMaryland News 2017 Calendars.Landscapes in all seasons from NorthBeach to Waldorf, Hollywood to Dunkirk arewanted. Send large, high-resolution files(5MB or greater), horizontal landscapespreferred, to Megan Johnson atmsjohnson@somdnews.com. Include thephotographer's name, hometown and locationof the photo.

LITERARY ARTS {top}

Soc ie ty for the Re s tora t ion of Por t Tob a c c oSoc ie ty for the Re s tora t ion of Por t Tob a c c oKe e p Re a ding Growing Strong for A l l Age sKe e p Re a ding Growing Strong for A l l Age sFriday, August 5, 6:00 - 9 :00 pmFriday, August 5, 6:00 - 9 :00 pmHis toric Port Tobacco CourthouseHis toric Port Tobacco Courthouse8430 Commerce Street, Port Tobacco8430 Commerce Street, Port TobaccoFree and O pen to the Pub lic; Donations of SchooFree and O pen to the Pub lic; Donations of School Supp liesl Supp liesGratefully Accep tedGratefully Accep ted

Looking for a great book to read thissummer? On Friday, August 5, join theSociety for the Restoration of PortTobacco as they welcome local authorsto the historic Port Tobacco Courthouse.From children's literature to romance tohistorical works, and everything inbetween, there is something foreveryone! Authors will be giving briefbook talks and sharing their work. Bookswill be available for purchase. Light

refreshments will be served. Donations of school supplies will be given toChildren's Aid Society for distribution. For more information, go to theirFacebook page, or contact Joyce Edelen at keechjoyce@aol.com. The Li fe Journe y s Wr i te rs Gui ldThe Li fe Journe y s Wr i te rs Gui ld

Sp e a kNow! Sp e a kNow! Of f ic ia l O f f ic ia l La unc h a nd Re le a s e Pa r ty !La unc h a nd Re le a s e Pa r ty !Saturday, August 6, 2016, 12:30 - 3:00 pmSaturday, August 6, 2016, 12:30 - 3:00 pmThe Legends Club , located in the Blue Crabs StadiumThe Legends Club , located in the Blue Crabs Stadium11765 St. Linus Drive, 11765 St. Linus Drive, WaldorfWaldorf

Expect "spoken word" performances, food, apresentation and book signing by Malcolm Jarell,community activist, poet and author of SpeakNow! Formore information, please contact LJWG at 240-545-5595, or email malcolmjarell@gmail.com.

Wa ldor f We s t Lib ra ryWa ldor f We s t Lib ra ryLoc a l Authors ' Re c e p t ionLoc a l Authors ' Re c e p t ionSaturday, August 20 , 2:00 - 4:00 pmSaturday, August 20 , 2:00 - 4:00 pm10405 O 'Donnell Place, Waldorf10405 O 'Donnell Place, Waldorf

Meet and celebrate our local authors at theLocal Author's Reception. Be inspired by ourown local celebrities from Charles, Calvert,St. Mary's and Prince Georges counties.Appropriate for school age through adult.Sponsored by Charles County Public Libraryand Life Journeys Writers Guild. For moreinformation, contact Sarah Guy at 301-645-

1395.Cha r le s County Pub l ic Lib ra ryCha r le s County Pub l ic Lib ra rySumme r Re a ding Progra m: Sp or ts & Ga me sSumme r Re a ding Progra m: Sp or ts & Ga me sNow though August 20Now though August 20Regis ter at Regis ter at ccp l.beanstack.orgccp l.beanstack.org

The summer reading program offersthree levels of participation: Bronze,Silver and Gold. Choose any or all, withdrawings for prizes in each level. Go toccpl.beanstack.org for complete details.

Cha r le s County Lib ra ry Progra msCha r le s County Lib ra ry Progra msFor July /Augus t 20 16For July /Augus t 20 16

Get a copy of the July/August brochures to see allthe programs available at your local libraries.There are art classes, computer classes, bookdiscussions for all ages, craft programs, preschoolstory times, games, writing classes, and lots ofother activities for every interest and age!

For more information, call 301-645-1395, or goto http://www.ccplonline.org.

Adult D is c us s ion BookAdul t D is c us s ion BookGroup sGroup s

Waldorf Senior Center Afternoon Book ClubMeets on the first Wednesday of every month from 1:00 - 2:00 pm, at theWaldorf Senior Center, 3092 Crain Highway, Waldorf. For more information, call301-638-4420.

August 3: Miller's Valley by Anna Quindlen. Forgenerations the Millers have lived in Miller's Valley. AsMimi Miller eavesdrops on her parents and quietlyobserves the people around her, she discovers more andmore about the toxicity of family secrets, the dangers ofgossip, the flaws of marriage, the inequalities of friendshipand the risks of passion, loyalty, and love. Home, as Mimibegins to realize, can be "a place where it's just as easyto feel lost as it is to feel content." Miller's Valley is amasterly study of family, memory, loss, and, ultimately,discovery, of finding true identity and a new vision of home.

Richard R. Clark Senior Center Book DiscussionMeets at 1:00 pm, on the first Thursday of each month at the Clark SeniorCenter, 1210 Charles Street, La Plata. For more information, call 301-934-9001.

August 4: Go Set a Watchman by Harper Lee. Maycomb, Alabama. Twenty-six-year-old Jean Louise(Scout) Finch returns home from New York City to visit heraging father, Atticus. Set against the backdrop of the civilrights tensions and political turmoil that were transformingthe South, Jean Louise's homecoming turns bittersweetwhen she learns disturbing truths about her close-knitfamily, the town, and the people dearest to her. Featuringmany of the iconic characters from To Kill aMockingbird, Go Set a Watchman perfectly captures ayoung woman, and a world, in painful yet necessarytransition out of the illusions of the past, a journey that can

only be guided by one's own conscience.

P.D. Brown Library Adult Book Discussion GroupMeets on the first Saturday of every month from 9:30 - 10:30 am, at the P.D.Brown Memorial Library, 50 Village Street, Waldorf. For more information, call301-645-2864.

August 6: Like Water for Chocolate: A Novel inMonthly Installments with Recipes, Romances, andHome Remedies by Laura Esquivel. The youngestdaughter of a well-born rancher, Tita has always known herdestiny: to remain single and care for her aging mother.When she falls in love, her mother quickly scotches theliaison and tyrannically dictates that Tita's sister Rosauramust marry the luckless suitor, Pedro, in her place. But Titahas one weapon left--her cooking. Forced to make the cakefor her sister's wedding, Tita pours her emotions into thetask; each guest who samples a piece bursts into tears.

Tita's unrequited love for Pedro survives the Mexican Revolution, the births ofRosaura and Pedro's children, even a proposal of marriage from an eligibledoctor. In a poignant conclusion, Tita manages to break the bonds of tradition, ifnot for herself, then for future generations.

La Plata Library Book Discussion GroupMeets at 7:00 pm on the second Thursday of every month at the La PlataLibrary, 2 Garrett Avenue, La Plata. Call 301-934-9001, for more information.

August 11: The Girl on the Train by Paula Hawkins.Rachel takes the same commuter train every morning andnight. Every day she rattles down the track, flashes past astretch of cozy suburban homes, and stops at the signalthat allows her to daily watch the same couple breakfastingon their deck. She's even started to feel like she knowsthem. Jess and Jason, she calls them. Their life, as shesees it, is perfect. Not unlike the life she recently lost. Andthen she sees something shocking. It's only a minute untilthe train moves on, but it's enough. Now everything'schanged. Unable to keep it to herself, Rachel goes to the

police. But is she really as unreliable as they say? Soon she is deeplyentangled not only in the investigation but in the lives of everyone involved. Hasshe done more harm than good? Indian Head Senior Center Book Discussion GroupMeets on the fourth Wednesday of every month from 11:00 am - 12:00 noon, atthe Senior Center, 100 Cornwallis Square, Indian Head. Call 301-375-7375 formore information.

August 24: All the Light We Cannot See byAnthony Doerr. Marie-Laure lives with her father inParis near the Museum of Natural History, where heworks as the master of its thousands of locks. When sheis six, Marie-Laure goes blind and her father builds aperfect miniature of their neighborhood so she canmemorize it by touch and navigate her way home. Whenshe is twelve, the Nazis occupy Paris, and father anddaughter flee to the walled citadel of Saint-Malo. In amining town in Germany, the orphan Werner grows upwith his younger sister, enchanted by a crude radio theyfind. Werner becomes an expert at building and fixing

these crucial new instruments, a talent that wins him a place at a brutalacademy for Hitler Youth, then a special assignment to track the resistance.More and more aware of the human cost of his intelligence, Werner travelsthrough the heart of the war and, finally, into Saint-Malo, where his story andMarie-Laure's converge.

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Community Se nior Ce nte rsCommunity Se nior Ce nte rsGe t the Ge t the SCOOPSCOOP on Wha t ' s Ha p p e ning! on Wha t ' s Ha p p e ning!

The Department of Community Services operates each of the County's SeniorCenters, where citizens 60 and older may access a variety of programs andservices, including: Social/Recreational activities, Clubs, Special Events,Trips, Nutritious Lunches, Health and Screenings Programs, HealthScope/Visit the Nurse, Educational programs, Physical Fitness programs,Creative Arts, and Computer Lab/Classes. For more activities and events, getthe July and August copies of The SCOOP, Charles County's Senior CenterNews, or click here to go to their website.

Contact Us301-392-5900 | info@charlescountyarts.org | www.charlescountyarts.org

About the Charles County Arts Alliance, Inc. The mission of the Charles County Arts Alliance (CCAA) is to stimulate, promote, encourage, and provide recognition of the arts and thecreative spirit. Founded in 1987, the CCAA promotes ALL the arts in Charles County: music, visual art, drama, dance and literature.

The CCAA is the official arts council of Charles County and is recognized as such by the Maryland State Arts Council (MSAC), anagency of the Department of Business and Economic Development (DBED) of the State of Maryland. In this capacity, the CCAAserves as the "umbrella" organization for the arts community in Charles County. The CCAA promotes Charles County arts organizationsand individuals, provides financial support to nonprofit organizations and the schools through its annual arts grant programs, sponsorsthe creation and presentation of new, diverse cultural activities and special events for the community, provides arts scholarships, andensures the Charles County's underserved population, people with disabilities, residents with limited income, minorities, and seniorcitizens have access to the arts. The CCAA builds partnerships with local government, the business community and the educationalcommunity, in an effort to enhance the overall quality of life for the citizens of Charles County.