Secret messages are best hidden in plain sight Coded Language: Bookmaking with Artist Diane Pieri examines the history of coded language used among travelers of the Underground Railroad as well as the white allies of Historic Germantown who harbored them. From work songs to bed quilts of the enslaved, participants will explore coded language found […]
Interested in Recording? Working While Playing invites you to a workshop series hosted by recording engineer, producer, Pro-Audio equipment designer Doug Fearn. Workshop #1 Philosophy of Music and Recording October 23, 1-3 at Rittenhouse Soundworks Workshop #2 Using the Studio November 12, 1-3 at Rittenhouse Soundworks Workshop #3 Advanced Techniques November 20th, 1-3pm at Rittenhouse […]
Our Rent Dinner Party It's Last Supper time at iMPeRFeCT Gallery! Time to gather round our long table to feast with friends, surrounded by art, we'll honor our exhibiting artists and close the 5th Annual Germantown Show, which we dedicated to Julie Baranauskas. This time you'll be treated to the cuisine of our neighbor and […]
The Colored Girls Museum presents: A Good Night's Sleep “A Good Night’s Sleep” will be open one final Sunday, Nov. 13th from 1-5pm Admission $10
Silk Ribbon Embroidery Workshop The Victorian era saw a revival of silk ribbon embroidery. It was used for crazy quilts, millenary, clothing and on parasols. Join instructor Ivonne Fitzsimmons to learn silk ribbon embroidery techniques while creating this project. In true Victorian fashion cookies and tea will be served. Kit included. Bring sewing scissors. Cost: […]
FIGURE MADNESS! Monday, November 14, 6pm to 9pm. We're continuing our exploration of figure drawing. Whether you are a beginner or a seasoned artist, figure drawing is fun and rewarding. It's also a time-honored way to hone your drawing skills and your artistic sensibility. Please RSVP, as space is limited.
Bernardo Aguiar and Gabriel Policarpo (PRD) are steeped in the tradition of the Rio Samba Schools. Their exceptional percussive abilities have led them into new collaborations all over the world. Joining Pandeiro Repique Duo are brothers Guillermo and Gustavo Oliveira (assistant directors of the Salgueiro Samba School in Rio De Janeiro) The ensemble also includes, […]