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The Illustrated Human* showcases the creative talent of tattoo artists beyond the canvas of skin and the diverse dialogues therein. Tattoo artists working in distinctive styles from across the U.S. are featured, with a specific focus on regional artists. *The exhibition title references Ray Bradbury’s famous short story collection, The Illustrated Man, wherein the narrator […]

For ages 8 - 12. Are you interested in participating in the Battle of the Books? Would you like some additional information about the titles on this year's elementary book list? Join us on Wednesday nights this fall as we listen to the first chapter of one of the books. There will be time to […]

Come watch and learn as Alon Nechushtan instructs CCC piano students in a masterclass setting before his evening concert. “Nechushtan is a talent to watch, with a surfeit of ideas, an unbridled spirit and bold, two fisted sense of architecture” —Downbeat Magazine Alon Nechushtan’s musical adventures have brought him to far corners such as the […]

Alon Nechushtan Ensemble: Time Went On Nechushtan is a talent to watch, with a surfeit of ideas, an unbridled spirit and bold, two-fisted sense of architecture.” —Downbeat Magazine Time Went On is an exciting new song cycle combining key moments in recent history that deal with emotions, observations, fears, aspirations and the changing times we […]

Mary Ann Ashcraft follows the journey of Carroll County native Isaiah Lightner from Union Bridge to Civil War battlefields, to an Indian reservation, and finally to a farm along Nebraska’s Platte River. Years of research and interactions with Lightner descendants have uncovered the twists and turns in the Lightner’s life. Please check in when you […]

Have you heard the tales of the ghosts of Cockey’s Tavern? Haunted portrait, footsteps, voices and more! Join HSCC and the Mid-Atlantic Paranormal Project (MAPP) as we investigate Cockey’s and the never before investigated Sherman-Fisher-Shellman house on October 21st. Learn the fascinating history of the buildings and explore with professional paranormal investigators two of Westminster’s […]

For ages 16 - Adult. Join us for a monthly book discussion focusing on a diverse author's work. Each month we will select a young adult or adult title written by an author from a diverse background so we can learn from others' perspectives. Our October selection is the 2023 One Maryland One Book title, […]

Baltimore-based painter Nora Sturges explores the transformation of visual environments in both practical and unintentional ways. Sturges, who graduated with a bachelor’s degree in studio art from Bowdoin College and a Master of Fine Arts in painting from Ohio University, is the recipient of three Individual Artist Awards from the Maryland State Arts Council. Her […]

NakedEye Ensemble: Looking Inward Facing Out NakedEye Ensemble is an electro-acoustic band with classical, rock and jazz DNA. Based out of Lancaster, PA, they commission work from young emerging composers such as Angélica Negrón, Molly Joyce, Florent Ghys and Monica Pearce, as well as established composers such as Jerome Kitzke, Randall Woolf and Zack Browning. […]

Mark your calendar for this year’s Annual Meeting of the membership on Halloween, October 31, 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. The meeting will take place at the Best Western Conference Center, 451 WMC Drive, Westminster. A hot buffet and dessert will be provided by Santoni’s Marketplace and Catering followed by Society business and the event’s […]

For ages 12 - Adults. Interested in learning Python but don't know where to start? Join us for an introductory look at the Python programming language, resources for learning, and a general open discussion about programming. Registration is required. Visit site for details.