Many Faces of Maryland

Join us for "Many Faces of Maryland," a free, family-friendly community event celebrating Maryland's rich heritage and vibrant cultural diversity. This exciting event will occur on Saturday, June 8, from 10 AM to 3 PM at Tilghman Lake. The event will showcase Maryland's past, present, and future through a variety of engaging activities and performances. Here's a glimpse of what attendees can look forward to: Celebrating Maryland's Past: Explore Maryland's history with hands-on activities presented by esteemed historical organizations from Southern Maryland, including: - Accokeek Foundation - Calvert Marine Museum - Mary Carsley - McConchie One Room Schoolhouse - Charlotte Weirich - Summerseat Farm (Mechanicsville) - Apple Dulcimers - Carl and Kathleen Gotzmer Embracing the Present: Experience our community's cultural diversity through international cultural corners and performances. Local citizens and Rotary Interactors (service-minded teens sponsored by the Charles County Rotary Club) will lead hands-on activities for children, representing countries including Italy, Ireland, Russia, Japan, Nigeria, Australia, Germany, Canada, France, Nepal, England, Ecuador, Puerto Rico, Pacific Islands, and Pakistan. World-Class Performances: Enjoy a lineup of professional world-class international performances, including: - Irish Roots and American Branches by Footworks Percussive Dance Ensemble - Contemporary African Dance by Monique Walker - Margaret Brent, a Maryland Colonial Woman, an interactive show for all ages, by MaryAnn Jung of History Alive - My Grandmother Told Me: A Tribute to African American Women by celebrated storyteller Debra Mims - Pacific Island Community Dance Troupe Local Talent: Celebrate with local performers, including the Roundhouse Banjo Band featuring Stephen Barkley. Passport to Fun: Children attending the event will be issued a special passport. They can collect stamps each time they visit a historical or cultural booth, turning their journey through Maryland's past and present into an exciting and educational adventure. "Many Faces of Maryland" is an opportunity for veteran Southern Marylanders to share the unique qualities of historical Maryland and for everyone to celebrate the international community that has become a part of Southern Maryland. This event is free of charge and open to the public. Bring your family and friends to Tilghman Lake and join us in celebrating the diverse cultural tapestry that makes Maryland special. For more information, please contact: [email protected] Join us in celebrating the past, present, and future of Maryland! Inspiration for event: “In 2020, while COVID was keeping us all at home, I was seeking an enriching service project for our Rotary Interactors who were still meeting weekly online. We decided to explore Southern Maryland heritage through virtual interviews with veteran Marylanders. The stories we collected through these interviews were so intriguing that I began to wonder how we could share them with the community. As the days of COVID passed and I ran many miles around our neighborhood, this event—celebrating the past and future of Maryland—slowly came together in my mind. It has taken months of work to apply for grant funds, reach out to partners, contract performance groups, and guide our Interactors as they developed independent presentations, and it has been a fantastic creative experience. We are excited to bring together Maryland’s past and present through the arts and humanities, with hands-on experiences, exciting performances, and a rich array of activities presented by our many amazing partners.” —Georgia Ypma Bonney, NCAC Director About the Organizers: The Many Faces of Maryland event is organized in collaboration with local historical societies, cultural organizations, and the Charles County Rotary Club. Our mission is to foster community spirit and cultural understanding through engaging and educational events for all ages. The Neighborhood Creative Arts Center contracted performers for this event through Audiences for Learning, and is supported through grants from the Charles County Arts Alliance, Maryland State Arts Council, and the National Endowment for the Arts.

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