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2002 Clipper Park Road, Fourth Floor
Baltimore, MD
21211

410/243-4750
Peter Bruun
Artist Director
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Past Events

Project: Dream World Exhibition

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Reception & Youth Event

June 5, 2010
2:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Celebrate the accomplishments of Art Leadership students at The Baltimore Museum of Art. Youth presentations in the auditorium are preceded and followed by informal receptions in the "Dream World" gallery exhibition.

Auditorium event begins at 3:00pm.

FREE FOR ALL!



The Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Dr., Baltimore, MD 21208

This event is open to the public.


Project: 20 Years of Wandering

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20 YEARS OF WANDERING / Homeless Community Event

December 13, 2009
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

20 Years of Wandering highlights personal stories and experiences, related to the heroic journey of the Greek hero Odysseus. The second event celebrates the homeless men and women who participated in a series of art workshops and shared their experiences, challenges, lives and journeys.

Featuring:

Single Carrot Theater / Performance by clients of My Sister’s Place about journeys of homelessness

Helene Coccagna, curatorial research assistant, Heroes: Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece, and Jeff Singer, CEO of Health Care for the Homeless, explore affinities between the experiences of the homeless with those of the Greek hero Odysseus.

Helene Coccagna, curatorial research assistant, Heroes: Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece, and Gustavo Torres, Founding Director of CASA de Maryland / Exploring affinities between the experiences of immigrants today with those of the Greek hero Odysseus.
GRAHAM AUDITORIUM

This event is open to the public.

20 YEARS OF WANDERING / Immigrant Community Event

December 6, 2009
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

20 Years of Wandering highlights personal stories and experiences, related to the heroic journey of the Greek hero Odysseus. The first event celebrates the art and stories of refugees and immigrants who participated in art workshops, sharing tales of harrowing journeys, thwarted ambitions, and lost homes.

Featuring:

Multi-ethnic musical performances

Helene Coccagna, curatorial research assistant, Heroes: Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece, and Gustavo Torres, Founding Director of CASA de Maryland, explore affinities between the experiences of immigrants today with those of the Greek hero Odysseus.
The Walters Art Museum / GRAHAM AUDITORIUM

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Project: Baltimore Inspired By Poe / BMA Exhibition

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BALTIMORE INSPIRED BY POE / Addiction & Art: Flip Sides of Madness and Obsession

November 1, 2009
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM


Dr. Jack E. Henningfield, Director of the Innovators Combating Substance Abuse Awards Program, and Baltimore-based artists discuss the nexus between art, addiction, and the themes of madness and obsession. Information on the latest drug and alcohol research, addiction recovery programs, and the work of Innovators Combating Substance Abuse will be available. A reception follows in the McCall Gallery.

Presented by Art on Purpose and the BMA to explore the themes and creative responses of those who participated in a series of Art on Purpose workshops at four Enoch Pratt Free Library locations in preparation for the Baltimore Inspired by Poe exhibition.

The Baltimore Museum of Art

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BALTIMORE INSPIRED BY POE / Urban Anxiety: Fear & Terror in the City

October 11, 2009
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM


Dr. Christopher Leighton,
Executive Director of Institute for Christian and Jewish Studies, and Ralph E. Moore Jr., Director of the Community Center at St. Frances Academy, are joined by a panel of residents from Baltimore City’s diverse neighborhoods to explore experiences of fear in the city. WEAA radio host Marc Steiner leads a wide-ranging discussion covering urban anxieties.

A reception follows in the McCall Gallery.

Presented by Art on Purpose and the BMA to explore the themes and creative responses of those who participated in a series of Art on Purpose workshops at four Enoch Pratt Free Library locations in preparation for the Baltimore Inspired by Poe exhibition.

The Baltimore Museum of Art

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Project: Remington Youth / Community Radio

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RYCR: Portrait of a Neighborhood

June 19, 2010
1:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Art on Purpose and Greater Remington Improvement Association present a Remington community neighborhood exhibition and event, featuring the release of RYCR's double-CD, "RYCR: Portrait of a Neighborhood."
2800 Remington Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21211

This event is open to the public.


Project: A Thousand Ships

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A THOUSAND SHIPS / Community Event

October 25, 2009
2:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Based on the heroism of Helen of Troy, A Thousand Ships celebrates 12 individuals in Baltimore City Public Schools
whose inherent charisma and impact on others makes them heroes in their communities. Selected by their colleagues,
the 12 heroes had art made in their honor by students and adults from within their school communities.

The community event brings people together to highlight these positive stories of Baltimore City Public School communities.

Featuring:

Run of the Mill Theater / Performance by Guilford Elementary/Middle #214 students and community adults.

Helene Coccagna, curatorial research assistant, Heroes: Mortals and Myths in Ancient Greece, and Andrés Alonso, Chief Executive Officer of the Baltimore City Public School System / Examining the affinities between heroes of ancient Greek mythology and present-day individuals who are having a positive impact on Baltimore’s school communities.

The Walters Art Museum / GRAHAM AUDITORIUM

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Project: Life's Hardest Things

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Reception & Community Event "Life's Hardest Things"

June 6, 2009
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

An exhibition showcasing works by middle school and high school students participating in the Art on Purpose Art Leadership Program. Participating schools include Civitas, Baltimore Freedom Academy, and Learning Inc. All works have been created around the theme of Life's Hardest Things.

James E. Lewis Museum of Art, located at the Murphy Fine Arts Center at Morgan State University
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Project: Sandbox

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

May 7, 2009
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM


The Gallery at CCBC Catonsville

The event, free and open to the public, includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

Directions

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Project: Best Drawing

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

May 8, 2009
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM


Towson University's Center for the Arts, 3rd Floor


The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

Join us at 6:45pm for a free dance performance by Towson University students under the direction of Nancy W. Romita and Vincent E. Thomas and in collaboration with Denise Tassin. This performance will be a prelude to the Dance Major Performance Project Concert, a ticketed event which begins at 7:30pm in the Dance Studio Theatre.
Towson University's Center for the Arts, 3rd Floor
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Project: More Than One

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

April 6, 2009
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM


The Percy Julian Lobby, Coppin State University


The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

The event includes a dance performance by Coppin State University students that begins at 7:30pm.

Directions

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Project: Art from Art

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

April 4, 2009
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

UMBC Student Center Galleries

The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

Join us at 4:00pm as the UMBC Percussion Ensemble presents an original work inspired by Tassin's art on view in the exhibition.

UMBC, The Commons
Directions

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Project: An Everything Installation

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

March 28, 2009
3:00 PM to 6:00 PM


Maryland Institute College of Art, Post-Baccalaureate Program Studios


The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

The Post-Baccalaureate Program studios are located on the 100 block of North Avenue. Call Emily at Art on Purpose at 410/243-4708 for details.

This event is open to the public.


Project: We're Not Alone

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

March 26, 2009
5:00 PM to 7:30 PM


Johns Hopkins University, Mattin Center


The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

The reception includes a demonstration of Johns Hopkins University students' drawing machines at 6:30pm.

Directions

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Project: They're Playing My Tune

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

March 5, 2009
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM


Stevenson University Art Gallery


The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

Directions

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Project: I Remember Mama

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

February 5, 2009
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM


Loyola/Notre Dame Library


The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

Join us at 6:00pm as Goucher student choreographers and dancers Hillary Hoffman and John Hoobyar perform a duet in which they adopt the attitude of two children at play.
Directions

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Project: The Art of Collecting

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"Everyone an Artist?" Reception

February 5, 2009
4:30 PM to 6:00 PM


Gormley Gallery at College of Notre Dame of Maryland


The reception is free and open to the public and includes:

•    Make a Card, Take a Card—Hundreds of Artist Trading Cards made since fall 2008 by numerous college students are laid out on a table, the one you want ready to be exchanged for the Artist Trading Card you may make at the reception.

•    Concert Draw—Student musicians provide the inspiration for you to draw in response to what you hear. Art supplies and basic instructions provided by Art on Purpose staff.

•    Big Doll House—You’re never too old. Help decorate the over-sized cardboard house that travels from exhibition to exhibition, reception to reception, an invitation to collaborative, creative play.

•    College Culture Vulture Competition—Which of the 13 participating colleges and universities have the most avid cultural consumers among their student body? We measure the answer to this question by counting those who take part in our activities at each reception, offering prizes to the students from the college or university that outnumber the rest.

Directions

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Project: Kitchen Stories

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Closing Reception for Kitchen Stories

July 25, 2009
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Free and open to the public, Art on Purpose provides a potluck style variety of international dishes. Guests are encouraged to bring their favorite recipes to share during a Gallery Conversation that begins at 5:30pm.
The Library Project: 1401 Light Street, Baltimore MD 21230
Directions

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Gallery Talk with Resident Artist Julie Lin

July 18, 2009
2:00 PM

Resident Artist Julie Lin talks informally and answers questions about the work created by her and the participants of the Kitchen Stories workshops.
The Library Project: 1401 Light Street, Baltimore MD 21230
Directions

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Gallery Talk with Resident Artist Julie Lin

July 11, 2009
2:00 PM

Resident Artist Julie Lin talks informally and answers questions about the work created by her and the participants of the Kitchen Stories workshops.
The Library Project: 1401 Light Street, Baltimore MD 21230
Directions

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Gallery Talk with Resident Artist Julie Lin

June 27, 2009
2:00 PM

Resident Artist Julie Lin talks informally and answers questions about the work created by her and the participants of the Kitchen Stories workshops.
The Library Project: 1401 Light Street, Baltimore MD 21230
Directions

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In Celebration of Strength: Fundraiser for Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma

June 26, 2009
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

June 26th is United Nation's Day in Support of Victims of Torture. Advocates for Survivors of Torture and Trauma (ASTT) is holding a fundraiser. This event will include wine, hors d'oeuvres, and music to benefit the organization in providing mental health and case management services to those who have suffered both physical and mental torture in their homeland. Tickets are $25.
The Library Project: 1401 Light Street, Baltimore MD 21230
Directions

RSVP: Please RSVP by June 19th to Joan Hodges at 410-464-9006 or purchase tickets at www.astt.org

Kitchen Stories Opening Reception at The Library

June 20, 2009
4:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Coinciding with World Refugee Day, the reception is free and open to the public and includes a series of live cooking demonstrations led by immigrant participants. Gallery Conversation begins at 5:00pm
The Library Project: 1401 Light Street, Baltimore MD 21230
Directions

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Project: Speaking of Silence in Middle East Baltimore

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"Middle East Baltimore Stories" Book Release

May 30, 2009
2:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Join us at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum and hear keynote speaker Mindy Thompson Fullilove, author of "Root Shock", and see the Middle East Baltimore Stories book.

Reginald F. Lewis Museum, 830 E. Pratt St., Baltimore MD 21202
Directions

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Project: Gina Braden & Run of the Mill Theater

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Theater Performance

June 15, 2008
3:00 PM

ne theme. Two sets of performers. Three plays. Run of the Mill Theater and Gina Braden present Decoding Silence, The Stronger, and Rockabye.

Tickets: $10 ($8 Creative Alliance members, students & seniors)
Creative Alliance at The Patterson, 3134 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224
Directions

RSVP: Call 410/243-4750 for information and 410/276-1651 to purchase tickets

Theater Performance

June 14, 2008
8:00 PM

One theme. Two sets of performers. Three plays. Run of the Mill Theater and Gina Braden present Decoding Silence, The Stronger, and Rockabye.

Tickets: $12 ($10 Creative Alliance members, students & seniors)
Creative Alliance at The Patterson, 3134 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224
Directions

RSVP: Call 410/243-4750 for information and 410/276-1651 to purchase tickets

Theater Performance

June 13, 2008
8:00 PM

One theme. Two sets of performers. Three plays. Run of the Mill Theater and Gina Braden present Decoding Silence, The Stronger, and Rockabye.

Tickets: $12 ($10 Creative Alliance members, students & seniors)



Creative Alliance at The Patterson, 3134 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224
Directions

RSVP: Call 410/243-4750 for information and 410/276-1651 to purchase tickets


Project: Speaking of Silence III

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Speaking of Silence III: Rotation #4 Reception

June 15, 2008
1:30 PM to 3:00 PM

Videos and animation from Kids on the Hill and Learning Inc. Gallery Talk begins at 2:00pm.

Creative Alliance at The Patterson
Directions

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Related Workshops

Speaking of Silence III: Rotation #3 Reception

June 4, 2008
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Join Youthlight and Crossroads School in a celebration of their art. Gallery Talk begins at 6:00pm.

Creative Alliance at The Patterson
Directions

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Related Workshops

Speaking of Silence III: Rotation #2 Reception

May 29, 2008
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Join young people from Baltimore Freedom Academy and Wide Angle Youth Media in a celebration of their work. Gallery Talk begins at 6:00pm.

Creative Alliance at The Patterson
Directions

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Related Workshops

Speaking of Silence III: Rotation #1 Reception

May 22, 2008
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Postcards and audio portraits are featured in the exhibition, and visitors will be invited to add their own responses. Gallery Talk begins at 6:00pm.

Creative Alliance at The Patterson
Directions

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Project: Maps on Purpose at School 33

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Lecture: "Artist & Curator as Meta-Artist"

June 14, 2008
3:00 PM to 4:00 PM


Peter Bruun, Founding Artist/Director of Art on Purpose, on how and why he views his work with Art on Purpose as a natural extension of his identity as an artist.

School 33 Art Center, 1427 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
Directions

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Coffee & Converation

June 7, 2008
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM


What does it take for artists to work with grassroots community leaders?  Maps on Purpose participants discuss what succeeded during the workshops and what did not.

School 33 Art Center, 1427 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
Directions

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Coffee & Converation

May 24, 2008
10:30 AM to 12:00 PM


What does it take for artists to work with grassroots community leaders? Maps on Purpose participants discuss what succeeded during the workshops and what did not.

School 33 Art Center, 1427 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
Directions

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Community Art Conversation

May 15, 2008
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM


Light hors d’oeuvres set the stage for casual conversation with artists who led Maps on Purpose workshops as they reflect on how art can have an impact in neighborhoods.

School 33 Art Center, 1427 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
Directions

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Opening Celebration

May 8, 2008
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM


Join neighborhood mapmakers over food and refreshments, live music, and children’s map making activities—fun for the whole family!

School 33 Art Center, 1427 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230
Directions

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Project: Speaking of Silence: Listening Stations

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 28, 2008
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Southeast Anchor Library, 3601 Eastern Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 20, 2008
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Herring Run Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 3801 Erdman Avenue, Baltimore MD 21213

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 15, 2008
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Patterson Park Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 158 N. Linwood Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21224

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 13, 2008
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Herring Run Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 3801 Erdman Avenue, Baltimore MD 21213

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 10, 2008
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Waverly Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library 400 E. 33rd St. Baltimore, MD 21211

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 9, 2008
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Theatre Project: Run of the Mill presents "Variations on Power", 45 West Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 6, 2008
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Light Street Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 5, 2008
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Goucher College Pearlstone Center, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd, Baltimore, MD 21204

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

May 2, 2008
7:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Theatre Project: Run of the Mill presents "Variations on Power", 45 West Preston Street, Baltimore, MD 21201

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 26, 2008
1:00 PM to 2:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Wide Angle Youth Media Festival at Center Stage, 700 N. Calvert Street, Baltimore, MD 21202

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 24, 2008
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Pennsylvania Avenue Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 1531 W. North Avenue, Baltimore, MD 21217

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 19, 2008
10:00 AM to 5:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

City Lit Festival, Central Library Enoch Pratt Free Library, 400 Cathedral Street, Baltimore MD 21201

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 17, 2008
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Turnaround's "Take Back the Night" rally against sexual assault, 3400 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21218

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 15, 2008
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Goucner College's Art and Art History Department at the Meyerhoff Arts Center, 1021 Dulaney Valley Road, Baltimore, MD, 21204

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 14, 2008
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Light Street Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 1251 Light Street, Baltimore, MD 21230

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 12, 2008
9:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Waverly Farmers Market, 33rd Street and Barclay Street Baltimore, MD 21218

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

April 8, 2008
3:00 PM to 4:30 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Orleans Street Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 1303 Orleans Street, Baltimore MD 21231

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Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

March 31, 2008
10:00 AM to 12:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Goucher College Pearlstone Center, 1021 Dulaney Valley Rd, Baltimore, MD 21204

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

March 20, 2008
1:00 AM to 2:00 AM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.

Hampden Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library, 3641 Falls Road, Baltimore, MD 21211

RSVP: FREE and open to the public

Speaking of Silence: Listening Station

March 19, 2008
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Hear recorded Baltimore residents relate powerful and personal reflections on the importance of having and using voice. Join the conversation by adding and your voice to the ongoing collection of stories on keeping and breaking silence.





Waverly Branch Enoch Pratt Free Library 400 E. 33rd St. Baltimore, MD 21211

RSVP: FREE and open to the public


Project: Maps on Purpose at the Walters

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Reception & Community Event ("Village Beautiful")

June 6, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


It takes a community to build a community. Join Art on Purpose and residents from three Baltimore neighborhoods in conversation, followed by a celebration of the Open Society Institute—Baltimore’s Community Fellowships program.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:30 – Gallery Conversation
6:30-7:30 – OSI Community Fellowships celebration
7:30-8:00 – exhibit viewing & networking

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Reception & Community Event ("Neighbors")

May 23, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


View community made maps and learn from the Community Law Center how to avoid mortgage fraud and prevent real estate scams from destroying your community. Whether facing foreclosure or thinking of selling your house, checklists on how to protect the equity in your home will be provided for free.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:45 – Gallery Conversation
6:45-7:30 – Community Law Center workshop
7:30-8:00 – exhibit viewing & networking

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Reception & Community Event ("Treasure-Town")

May 16, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


Join Art on Purpose in an evening dedicated to neighborhood treasures.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:30 – Gallery Conversation
6:30-7:00 – Program spotlighting Baltimore treasures
7:00-8:00 – exhibit viewing & networking

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Maps on Purpose Symposium

May 10, 2008
11:00 AM to 3:00 PM


A gathering for neighborhood leaders and stakeholders to explore how mapping and community knowledge can help build connectivity in Baltimore. Visit this link for more information.

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org or 410/243-4750. Free and open to the public.

Reception & Community Event ("Past, Present, Future")

May 2, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


View community made maps and learn from the Community Law Center how to use the law to improve public safety and revitalize your neighborhood. The Community Law Center's manual Revitalizing Baltimore's Neighborhoods will be distributed for free.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:45 – Gallery Conversation
6:45-7:30 – Community Law Center workshop
7:30-8:00 – exhibit viewing & networking

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Baltimore Green Week Reception

April 25, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


Join Baltimore Green Week on the eve of EcoFestival and Green Week, a series of events, forums, and activities all about greening and the value of a sustainable lifestyle taking place April 26 to May 2. The week’s purpose is to increase awareness about how to make the Baltimore region cleaner and environmentally safer for all who live and work there.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:30 – Gallery Conversation
6:30-7:00 – EcoFestival & Green Week Kick-Off
7:00-8:00 – exhibit viewing & networking

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Reception & Community Event ("Cleaner, Greener, Better")

April 18, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


Join Art on Purpose for an evening that includes Department of Recreation & Parks presenting Treasures in Parks, and Parks & People Foundation’s From Grassroots to One Park, a presentation on community greening.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:30 – Gallery Conversation
6:30-7:15 – Treasures in Parks & From Grassroots to One Park
7:15-8:00 – networking & exhibit viewing

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Reception & Community Event ("Youth Voices")

April 11, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


Join Art on Purpose and The Safe and Sound Campaign for an evening that includes Sound Mapping and Youth Speak Out

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:30 – Gallery Conversation
6:30-7:00 – Sound Mapping
7:00-8:00 – Youth Speak Out

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Reception & Community Event ("Blending & Binding")

March 28, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


Gallery reception and conversation followed by student-led tours of Beyond the Compass, Beyond the Square, an outdoors, site-specific exhibition created and organized by students of the Maryland Institute College of Art. The evening includes Moving Map: Crossovers and Intersections, a dance collaboration between Vanessa Jackson Johnson and students from Coppin State University and Nancy Wanich Romita and students from Towson University.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:30 – Gallery Conversation
6:30-7:00 – tours of Beyond the Compass, Beyond the Square
7:00-8:00 – Moving Map: Crossovers and Intersections

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Reception & Community Event ("Re-Thinking Renewal")

March 20, 2008
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


Art on Purpose and The Neighborhood Design Center present an evening with residents from three communities, along with the annual Larry Reich Award to honor an exemplar of community planning and design.

5:30-6:00 – exhibit viewing & refreshments
6:00-6:30 – Gallery Conversation
6:30-6:45 – video screening on Middle East
6:45-7:30 – Larry Reich Award
7:30-8:00 – exhibit viewing & networking

The Walters Art Museum, 600 N. Charles Street, Baltimore, MD 21201
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public


Project: What Takes Place in Silence: A Film Series

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"Cache" (Film and Discussion)

April 24, 2008
7:00 PM

(French, 2005) Michael Haneke
A mystery/thriller that delves into the depths of human connections and responsibilities, and the relationship between family, home and the stranger.


Homewood Friends Meeting House, 3107 N. Charles St., Baltimore MD, 21218
Directions

RSVP: All events are free and open to the public. Contact ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org or call 410-243-4750.

"Woman in the Dunes" (Film and Discussion)

March 27, 2008
7:00 PM

(Japanese, 1964) Hiroshi Teshigahara
A haunting and erotic film version of the famous existential novel by Kobo Abe.


Homewood Friends Meeting House, 3107 N. Charles St., Baltimore MD, 21218
Directions

RSVP: All events are free and open to the public. Contact ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org or call 410-243-4750.

"Distant" (Film and Discussion)

March 13, 2008
7:00 PM

(Turkish, 2002) Nuri Bilge Ceylan
A story of alienation and loneliness in the portrayal of two men living together but existing worlds apart. 


Homewood Friends Meeting House, 3107 N. Charles St., Baltimore MD, 21218
Directions

RSVP: All events are free and open to the public. Contact ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org or call 410-243-4750.

"The Mirror" (Film and Discussion)

February 28, 2008
7:00 PM

(Russian, 1975) Andrei Tarkovsky
Tarkovsky, renowned for his use of silence in films, deals with the question: What is the function of memory as one integrates one’s life and makes peace with the past?


Homewood Friends Meeting House, 3107 N. Charles St., Baltimore MD, 21218
Directions

RSVP: All events are free and open to the public. Contact ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org or call 410-243-4750.

"Taste of Cherry" (Film and Discussion)

January 31, 2008
7:00 PM

(Iranian, 1997) Abbas Kiarostami

Kiarostami ‘s film explores what can be asked from one another, and what our duties and responsibilities are to one another.


Homewood Friends Meeting House, 3107 N. Charles St., Baltimore MD, 21218
Directions

RSVP: All events are free and open to the public. Contact ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org or call 410-243-4750.


Project: Speaking of Silence II

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UNLEASHED: Chezia Thompson Cager Meets KRE

January 30, 2008
6:00 PM to 7:30 PM

An evening of performance, poetry and music with Cager, The Kevin Robinson Jazz Ensemble, and The Fire Poets, Maryland Institute College of Art student poets.

Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute & Cultural Center
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Starting to Speak, Learning to Listen

January 26, 2008
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Join fellow advocates, artists, and individuals in conversation about finding voice and the power of art as a tool to facilitate open communication. Moderated by Art on Purpose Artist/Director, Peter Bruun.
Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute & Cultural Center
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Opening Reception & Gallery Conversation

January 10, 2008
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Celebrate with exhibiting youth in an evening of engaging art, family activities, and stimulating discussion. Gallery Conversation begins at 7pm.
Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute & Cultural Center
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Related Workshops


Project: Maps on Purpose: Neighborhood Exhibits

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Southern Park Heights

December 21, 2007
3:30 PM to 6:00 PM

Come to Pimilco Road Youth Program's end of the year celebration! Maps created through the perspectives of the youth of Southern Park Heights will be on display. Students worked with the theme Circuits, Systems and Sights to produce artistic maps of their neighborhood.

Arts and Community Center of St. Johns, 4330 Pimlico Road

RSVP: Free and open to the public.

Belair Edison

December 15, 2007
11:00 AM to 1:00 PM

Belair Edison residents are creating a photographic walking tour around the theme “Positive Assets & Our Youth” in the neighborhood, through the Maps on Purpose project. Event attendees will have the chance to vote on which assets and photographs they think should be included in the final map.


Clifton Park Manor, 2701 St. Lo Drive

RSVP: Free and open to the public

South Baltimore Peninsula

December 13, 2007
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Residents of Federal Hill, Federal Hill South and Sharp-Leadenhall share maps showing the treasures of the South Balitmore Peninsula area. The three neighborhoods have joined together to celebrate their heritage, and things they do to make the community a great place to live.


Saint Stephen and James Church, 938 S. Hanover Street

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Druid Hill Park

December 12, 2007
7:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Artistic maps created around the theme of “Druid Hill Park: at a Crossroads”, an anecdotal exploration of the park's history, how it is viewed and used by those who live in nearby neighborhoods today. 


The Parks Administration Building, 2600 Madison Ave.

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Remington

December 12, 2007
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Artistic maps created by Remington residents and Greenmount School students on the theme "Where We Walk and Why". Physical routes traveled and un-traveled within the community on a day-to-day basis.


Remington's participation in Maps on Purpose sponsored in part by Seawall Development Corporation.


The Greenmount School, 501 W 30th Street

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Middle East SMEAC Holiday Party/Maps Exhibition

December 10, 2007
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Join SMEAC (Save Middle East Action Committee) and Art on Purpose at SMEAC's holiday party. Artistic maps created by residents of Middle East about their experiences with the development and relocation process in their area will be on display.

St. Wenceslaus Church, 2111 Ashland Ave

This event is open to the public.

Tuscany-Canterbury

December 7, 2007
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

At this event, students of the Calvert School and residents of Tuscany-Canterbury present maps of their neighborhood's landmarks and green spaces. Part of the Tuscany-Canterbury Neighborhood Association "First Friday" event.


The Colonnades, 4 W. University Parkway

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Harlem Park

December 7, 2007
5:00 PM to 7:00 PM

Youth residents of Harlem Park present maps highlighting the theme "Houses, Blocks & Places: What We Have, What We Want", a look at what Harlem Park currently is and notions on reclaiming and revitalizing its rich array of parks, homes and other spaces.


Harlem Park Recreation Center, 700 N. Calhoun Street

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Waverly

December 2, 2007
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

Waverly residents created maps highlighting under-recognized neighborhood resources, such as outdoor/recreation centers and knowledgeable community leaders. At the exhibit, residents discuss the topic "Waverly Village: Communicating, Connecting and Sharing".

Waverly's participation in
Maps on Purpose sponsored by Leonard & Lindley Weinberg.


Better Waverly Community Arts Building, 901 Montpelier

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Oakenshawe

November 17, 2007
2:30 PM to 4:00 PM

Oakenshawe residents share their collaborative map and what they learned in the process of creating it. Discussion begins at 3:00pm. The Oakenshawe maps workshop is sponsored by Union Memorial Hospital.

Charles Commons Conference Center, 33rd St. between Charles St. and St. Pauls St.

RSVP: Free and open to the public

Highlandtown

November 17, 2007
6:30 PM to 8:00 PM

Highlandtown residents share their individual maps on the theme of Highlandtown at Home. The Highlandtown maps workshop and neighborhood exhibit is presented in partnership with Banner Neighborhood and The Creative Alliance at the Patterson, presenting Belongings, directed by Luisa Bieri de Rios, immediately following the exhibit reception.

The Creative Alliance at the Patterson, 3134 Eastern Ave., Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: Highlandtown Neighborhood Maps exhibit is free and open to the public.


Project: Conversations on Silence

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Pennsylvania Ave.

October 27, 2007
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

This event is free and will include “Youth and Silence," a ten-minute audio-visual presentation created by Beth Barbush and Yutaka Houlette; a discussion inspired by the piece; and an opportunity to write, draw, or record personal reflections on silence. Reservations are required.


Enoch Pratt Free Library, Pennsylvania Ave. Branch; 1531 W. North Ave.
Directions

RSVP: Eden Coughlin at 410.243.4753 or ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org

Light Street

October 18, 2007
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Each event is free and will include “Youth and Silence," a ten-minute audio-visual presentation created by Beth Barbush and Yutaka Houlette; a discussion inspired by the piece; and an opportunity to write, draw, or record personal reflections on silence. Reservations are required.


Enoch Pratt Free Library, Light Street Branch; 1251 Light St.
Directions

RSVP: Eden Coughlin at 410.243.4753 or ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org

Southeast Anchor

October 13, 2007
2:00 PM to 4:00 PM

This event is free and will include “Youth and Silence," a ten-minute audio-visual presentation created by Beth Barbush and Yutaka Houlette; a discussion inspired by the piece; and an opportunity to write, draw, or record personal reflections on silence. Reservations are required.
Enoch Pratt Free Library, Southeast Anchor Branch; 3601 Eastern Ave.
Directions

RSVP: Eden Coughlin at 410.243.4753 or ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org

Waverly

October 3, 2007
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

This event is free and will include “Youth and Silence," a ten-minute audio-visual presentation created by Beth Barbush and Yutaka Houlette; a discussion inspired by the piece; and an opportunity to write, draw, or record personal reflections on silence. Reservations are required.
Enoch Pratt Free Library, Waverly Branch; 400 E. 33rd St.
Directions

RSVP: Eden Coughlin at 410.243.4753 or ecoughlin@artonpurpose.org


Project: Beauty III

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Philo-Cafe: What is Beauty?

June 24, 2007
11:00 AM to 12:00 PM

David O’Donaghue of the Baltimore Lyceum leads a philosophical discussion on the nature of beauty.  Brunch munchies served.
James E. Lewis Museum of Art at the Murphy Fine Arts Center
Directions

RSVP: RSVP to pbruun@artonpurpose.org by 6/23/07

Family Day

June 9, 2007
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

A celebration with children, family, and friends of those with work in the exhibition. Gallery Conversation led by Peter Bruun on finding beauty in the face of trying circumstances begins at 4:00pm.

James E. Lewis Museum of Art at the Murphy Fine Arts Center
Directions

This event is open to the public.

Opening Reception & Tsunami Relief: Progress Report

June 7, 2007
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Reception and a presentation by Seska Ramberg, volunteer relief worker, sharing her experiences from two visits to Sri Lanka: one weeks after the tragedy, and one more than two years later. Presentation begins at 6:30.

James E. Lewis Museum of Art at the Murphy Fine Arts Center
Directions

This event is open to the public.


Project: Speaking of Silence I

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"Going Under" -- Silent Film & Live Performance

June 2, 2007
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Screenings of contemporary silent films selected by Gina Braden interspersed with live performances by the actress/artist on the theme of Waiting, Isolation, and Silence. Performances include:

Audience Members will also have the opportunity to sign up to be interviewed or contribute a written story about the effect of silence in their own lives. These stories will form the basis of four short theatrical pieces that will constitute a fully produced hour long play to be performed as part of a future Speaking of Silence program in 2007-2008.

Speaking of Silence I is on view at Sub-Basement Artist Studios, an extraordinary space hidden away in a former downtown department store at The Atrium at Market Center, 118 N. Howard Street, Baltimore.


For directions, call Sub-Basement Artist Studios at 410/659-6950

This event is open to the public.

Evening of Silence in Music

May 24, 2007
5:30 PM to 8:00 PM


Join members of the Baltimore Choral Arts Society in a reception & viewing of Joseph Grigely: St. Cecilia, featuring the Chamber Choir of the Baltimore Choral Arts Society, at The Contemporary Museum (100 W. Centre Street, Baltimore) from 5:30-6:30pm, followed just eight blocks away 7:00-8:00pm at Sub-Basement Artist Studios with a concert by percussionist Tom Goldstein, of works by John Cage, Toshi Ichiyanagi, Tom DeLio, and others that make extensive use of silence. Guests include Gina Braden and the UMBC Percussion Ensemble.

Sub-Basement Artist Studios, an extraordinary space hidden away in a former downtown department store at The Atrium at Market Center, is located at 118 N. Howard Street, Baltimore.

For directions to Sub-Basement Artist Studios, call 410/659-6950

RSVP: 410/769-5701 or pbruun@artonpurpose.org. Free and open to the public.

Silence & Spiritual Practice

May 10, 2007
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM


Join Art on Purpose and David O'Donaghue of the Baltimore Lyceum in a philo cafe to discuss the question: "What does silence do for the spirit?" Conversation follows a preview of Art on Purpose's Addressing Silence, a PowerPoint show with photos and audio of individuals reflecting on silence.

The event takes place at Homewood Friends Meeting, 3107 N. Charles Street, Baltimore.

Directions

RSVP: 410/769-5701 or pbruun@artonpurpose.org. Free and open to the public.

Opening Reception & Gallery Conversation

April 26, 2007
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM


Join Learning Inc. students and others whose experiences are shared as part of the exhibit in a discussion moderated by Peter Bruun, Artist/Director of Art on Purpose. Talk begins at 6:00pm.

Speaking of Silence I is on view at Sub-Basement Artist Studios, an extraordinary space hidden away in a former downtown department store at The Atrium at Market Center, 118 N. Howard Street, Baltimore.

For directions, call Sub-Basement Artist Studios at 410/659-6950

This event is open to the public.


Project: Beauty II

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Gallery Day

March 29, 2007
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

Join the Park School community in family activities inspired by Beauty II with live music & refreshments.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

This event is open to the public.

Tea & Talk

February 26, 2007
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

Seska Ramberg shares images and recollections of her work in Sri Lanka following the 2004 Tsunami.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: pbruun@artonpurpose.org to RSVP for this free event.

Morning of Silk

February 24, 2007
10:00 AM to 11:30 AM


Learn about Prism and the silk shawls on display as part of the Beauty II exhibition.

Kyley Schmidt, a former Madagascar Peace Corps volunteer, leads an introductory workshop in Malagasy silk weaving, and Jack Gordon, photographer and Prism's director, discusses how preserving traditional art is improving Madagascar's quality of life.

Pastries and coffee will be served in the gallery.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: by 2/23 to pbruun@artonpurpose.org.

Opening Reception & Gallery Conversation

February 22, 2007
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Art on Purpose Artist/Director Peter Bruun leads conversation with Seska Ramberg, volunteer 2004 Tsunami disaster relief worker, Jack Gordon, Director of Prism, artist Mark Booth, and exhibiting Park students. Gallery Conversation starts at 6:00pm.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

This event is open to the public.


Project: Real City, Dream City: The Photos

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Opening Reception

January 12, 2007
6:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Join Severn Graphics and those involved in the Real City, Dream City project in celebration of the photographs by Baltimore residents.

Severn Graphics, 3531 Chestnut Ave., Baltimore
Directions

This event is open to the public.


Project: Real City, Dream City II

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Tea & Talk

January 29, 2007
4:00 PM to 5:30 PM

What does it take to make community arts work? Join in a conversation with the artists who led Real City, Dream City photography workshops. Homemade baked goods courtesy of the Park School Gallery Committee, a student group dedicated to involvement in Park School Gallery events.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public, but space is limited. RSVP to 410/769-5701 or pbruun@artonpurpose.org.

"Art & Neighborhood" Symposium

January 27, 2007
8:00 AM to 12:00 PM

How artists and art organizations work with neighborhoods to improve community life, with a presentation by Peter Bruun and Real City, Dream City photographs on display.

For more information: symposium registration

Baltimore Museum of Art, 10 Art Museum Drive
Directions

This event is open to the public.

Reflection on Community Partnerships

January 15, 2007
8:30 AM to 12:00 PM

In partnership with Park School, a breakfast reception and viewing of Real City, Dream City II, a panel discussion on community partnering, and “break out” sessions to connect & plan with Real City, Dream City Postcard Dialogue Project neighborhood leaders.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: RSVP required for this free event open to the public. 410/769-5701 or pbruun@artonpurpose.org.

Gallery Day

January 11, 2007
3:30 PM to 5:00 PM

Join the Park community in family-oriented activities, refreshments and live music.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public.

Opening Reception & Gallery Talk

December 7, 2006
5:30 PM to 7:30 PM

Join Peter Bruun, Baltimore painter Greg Otto, and exhibiting students from Park School in celebration of the exhibition. Gallery Talk begins at 6:00pm.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: Free and open to the public.


Project: Beauty I

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Opening Reception & Gallery Conversation

November 28, 2006
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Join Art on Purpose's Artist/Director Peter Bruun, students from the Baltimore Freedom Academy, and Seska Ramberg, who traveled to Sri Lanka in early 2005 and facilitated the making of some of the art in the exhibit, in conversation about finding beauty in the face of trying circumstances.

Current Gallery, 30 South Calvert Street
Directions

RSVP: This event is part of Free Fall Baltimore, and is made possible by a grant from Mayor Martin O'Malley and the Baltimore Office of Promotion and the Arts. Contact Peter Bruun at 410/769-5701 or pbruun@artonpurpose.org to RSVP for this free event.

Related Workshops


Project: Real City, Dream City I

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Champions of Change

October 26, 2006
5:30 PM to 8:30 PM

An invitational advocacy & networking event at which neighborhood representatives announce to City leaders ideas for action, advocacy, and change based on the outcome of the Postcard Dialogue Project.

Eubie Blake Center
Directions

RSVP: For more information and to receive an invitation, please contact Artist/Director Peter Bruun at 410/769-5701 or pbruun@artonpurpose.org.

Philo-Cafe

October 17, 2006
5:30 PM to 7:00 PM

Join Artist/Director Peter Bruun and David O'Donaghue of the Baltimore Lyceum in discussion on the question: "Do cities have a soul? If so, what is the soul of Baltimore?"

Eubie Blake Cultural Center

RSVP: events@artonpurpose.org

Opening Celebration

October 5, 2006
6:00 PM to 8:00 PM

Live music, food and drink, and family activities kick-off the Real City, Dream City I exhibition.

Eubie Blake Cultural Center

This event is open to the public.


Project: Second Chances

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Closing Reception & Gallery Talk

May 20, 2006
3:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Music, talk, and celebration. Hear first hand from the young artists in the show, and learn about the Maryland Opportunity Compact, a state financing tool to fund more enriching opportunities and fun experiences for people deserving second chances.
Creative Alliance
Directions

RSVP: This event is free and open to the public.

Related Workshops

Perspectives: Community Art as Art

May 19, 2006
8:30 AM to 11:00 AM

A half-day symposium exploring the relationship between community-based-art and professional art. Presentations by Peter Bruun, Artist/Director of Art on Purpose, Troy Burton, Director of Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute and Cultural Center, and Molly Ross, Director of Nana Projects. Discussion follows.
Creative Alliance
Directions

RSVP: This event is free and open to the public.


Project: Anonymous Requiem II

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The Young Remember

May 11, 2006
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Young people from Baltimore Freedom Academy and Arena Players Youtheatre join singer-songwriter Kirk Wulf and actor-poet Robert Lee Hardy in presenting memorial pieces for what they have loved and lost, followed by a reception honoring young persons' contributions to the exhibition.
Creative Alliance
Directions

RSVP: This event is free and open to the public.

Love Eternal/Loss Expressed

May 10, 2006
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Coordinated by Harriet Lynn, Producer/Artistic Director, Heritage Theatre Artists' Consortium. Remebrances performed by older adults, followed by a reception in honor of Baltimore County senior adult contributions to the exhibition.
Creative Alliance
Directions

RSVP: This event is free and open to the public.

UMBC Requiem Suite

May 9, 2006
5:00 PM to 6:30 PM

Tom Goldstein, the UMBC Percussion Ensemble, and friends perform ten short pieces by various composers, followed by reception.
Creative Alliance
Directions

RSVP: This event is free and open to the public.


Project: Moving Walls 9

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Opening Reception & Community Forum

April 19, 2006
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

Photographers Sean Hemmerle and Linda Day Clark are joined by Ralph E. Moore, Director of Community Services, St. Frances Academy, to discuss the photographs on view in the exhibition, and how people can be resilient in the face of adversity.

Community Forum begins at 5:15.

Creative Alliance
Directions

RSVP: 410/234-1091 or jschaberg@sorosny.org


Project: What Objects Want

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Breakfast and Conversation w/ Debbie Roffman

April 7, 2006
8:30 AM to 9:30 AM

Join Debbie Roffman, Sexuality and Family Health Educator, and Peter Bruun, Artist Director of Art on Purpose. A conversation reflecting on the play between sexuality and consumer objects as seen in advertising culture today and helpful ways for parents and teachers to process theses messages with their children. Free and open to the public. Space is limited.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: by Tuesday, April 4; 410/769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org

"Tea and Talk" w/ artist Claudia McDonough

March 27, 2006
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Hosted by students from Park School Gallery Committee, free and open to the public. Space is limited.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: by Thursday, March 23; 410/769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org

"Tea and Talk" w/ artist Zoe Charlton

March 6, 2006
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Hosted by students from Park School Gallery Committee, free and open to the public. Space is limited.

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

RSVP: by Thursday, March 2; 410/769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org

Opening Reception & Gallery Conversation

February 22, 2006
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

The Park School of Baltimore
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This event is open to the public.


Project: Elegant

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"Math + Art = Civil Rights"

January 28, 2006
1:00 PM to 3:30 PM

"Math + Art = Civil Rights" is a student speak-out organized by Art on Purpose and the Algebra Project. Musical and spoken-word presentations by private and public school students on the equation between education and civil liberties, free and open to the public. Please RSVP by January 24.
Park School
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RSVP: 410-769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org

"Tea and Talk" with Math-Art Scholar Carol Bier

January 23, 2006
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Math-Art Scholar Carol Bier will lead a discussion at this free event. The talk is open to the public and will be hosted by the Park School Gallery Committee.
Park School
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RSVP: 410-769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org

"Tea & Talk" with artist Kristin Holder

January 9, 2006
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Artist Kristin Holder will talk about her work in the Richman Gallery. This event will be hosted by the Park School gallery committee and is free and open to the public. Space is limited. Please RSVP by Thursday, January 5th, to 410-769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org
Park School
Directions

RSVP: 410-769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org

Opening Reception & Gallery Conversation

December 8, 2005
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

The Park School of Baltimore
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This event is open to the public.

Middle Grades Partnership Forum

December 6, 2005
4:00 PM to 6:00 PM

Art on Purpose and The Park School, together with the Greater Baltimore Cultural Alliance and the Middle Grades Partnership, invite middle school educators and cultural programmers to learn about developing summer student program opportunities. Beth Casey, Director of the Middle Grades Partnership, will present information about her organization. Reception follows in the gallery. Please RSVP by Thursday December 1st.
Park School
Directions

RSVP: 410-769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org


Project: No Place for Children

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Opening Reception and Educational Forum

November 3, 2005
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

This event is presented by the Open Society Institute as part of its ongoing Moving Walls series.

Photographer Steve Liss, Chief Attorney of Juvenile Court Division in the Office of the Public Defender David Fishkin, and Parent and Youth Advocate/Mentor Kimberly Armstrong in a forum entitled Creating Juvenile Justice Systems that are Humane and Rehabilitate. Free and open to the public. Forum begins at 5:15. RSVP to 410/234-1092 x213 or jschaberg@sorosny.org.

James E Lewis Museum of Art at Carl J. Murphy Fine Arts Center, Morgan State University
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This event is open to the public.

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Project: The True Cost of Prison

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Opening Reception and Educational Forum

October 6, 2005
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

This event is presented by the Open Society Institute as part of its ongoing Moving Walls series.

Photographer Andrew Lichtenstein, Director of Maryland Re-entry Partnership Rada Moss, and Executive Director of Maryland Justice Coalition Tara Andrews in a forum entitled Making the Transition from Prison to Free Society. Free and open to the public. Forum begins at 5:15pm. RSVP to 410/234-1092 x213 or jschaberg@sorosny.org.

The Eubie Blake National Jazz Institute & Cultural Center
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This event is open to the public.


Project: We Age

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Life Stories: a work-in-progress

November 15, 2005
10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

"Life Stories: a work-in-progress" is an oral history theater presentation. Older adult African Americans from the Baltimore City Ivy Family Support Center offer true tales about growing up in a segregated society. Harriet Lynn, artist/facilitator. Presented as part of a Middle School Assembly, the event is free and open to the public.
The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

This event is open to the public.

Tea and Talk w/ artist Allyn Massey

October 17, 2005
3:30 PM to 4:30 PM

Hosted by students from Park School Gallery Committee, free and open to the public. Space is limited. RSVP by Thursday, October 13; 410/769-5701 or events@artonpurpose.org.
The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

This event is open to the public.

Opening Reception and Gallery Conversation

September 15, 2005
4:30 PM to 6:30 PM

The Park School of Baltimore
Directions

This event is open to the public.

Related Workshops