March 2026
Community Weaving Meetup
Community Weaving Meetup
Saturday, March 28 at 2 PM
Free & Open to all
Join us as we celebrate the incredible Community Weaving Project and the many hands that brought it to life. We invite everyone—especially those who contributed to the weaving—to come together for a special meetup at the Art League.
Reconnect with fellow participants, bring your family and friends, and share your unique contribution to this beautiful collective work. We’ll gather for a group photo with Beth Deeley, the finished weaving, and all who helped create this meaningful piece of our community.
Come see how your thread became part of something bigger.
Bus Trip to Smithsonian American Art Museum
Join us for a special day trip to the Smithsonian American Art Museum to experience Grandma Moses: A Good Day’s Work, a captivating exhibition that sheds new light on the life and legacy of Anna Mary Robertson “Grandma” Moses. This exhibition explores how Moses used creativity, hope, and community to shape a remarkable artistic career, while examining her enduring influence on American art and culture.
Guests will enjoy lunch at the museum’s restaurant or a nearby eatery before departing the museum at 4 PM. On the return trip, we’ll pass the Tidal Basin for a sneak peek of Washington’s iconic cherry blossoms!
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER!
Or call us at 410-524-9433
Trip Details
Date: Monday, March 30
Where: Smithsonian American Art Museum, Washington, DC
Grandma Moses: A Good Day’s Work
https://americanart.si.edu/exhibitions/grandma-moses
Pricing: $95 members / $115 non-members
Water and snacks will be provided on the bus
Lunch: On your own at the museum’s restaurant or a nearby restaurant
Bonus: The bus will depart the museum at 4 PM, and on the return trip to Ocean City we’ll pass the Tidal Basin for a sneak peek of Washington’s iconic cherry blossoms
April 2026
First Friday Opening Reception
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. FREE. All are welcome.
Featuring:
Thaler Gallery: For the Love of Pastels: MD Pastel Society
Sisson Galleria: Corporate Partner Juried Art Show
Studio E: Pat Lang & Steven Sirota
Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Brad Hudson, Elvin Hernandez, Collin Byrd
Felber Artisan Showcase: Mallory Vara
Offsite Galleries:
Princess Royale: Jim Halvorsen
Coffee Beanery: Kathy Denk
Free Artist Talk with Katie Cassidy
Artist Talk with Katie Cassidy
Tues. April 7, 5-7pm
Free & Open to All!
Join us for an engaging Artist Talk with Katie Cassidy, juror for the Art League of Ocean City’s April Juried Corporate Partner Show and featured artist in the Main Gallery exhibition with the Maryland Pastel Society.
Katie will also discuss her upcoming pastel workshops at the Art League, offering artists a chance to further develop their skills through hands-on instruction.
Advanced registration is preferred – link to register coming soon.
Upcoming Workshops Include:
Pastel Workshop – Still Life with Flowers
Friday and Saturday, April 17 – 18
10:00 AM – 3:30 PM
$150 members/$180 non-members
Click here to register
Pastel Workshop: Sharpening Skills
Tuesday and Wednesday, April 28 and 29
10:00 – 4:00
$185 members/$222 future members
Click here to register
Night at the Colosseum
Night at the Colosseum
Help Us Crown the Champion of the Arts
Step into an evening of ancient revelry and modern creativity at Night at the Colosseum, a fundraiser hosted by the Art League of Ocean City. Join us for an unforgettable night celebrating our Gladiators for the Arts as we crown the Champion of the Arts and raise vital funds to support arts programming in our community.
Inspired by the grandeur of ancient Rome, this event will bring together friends of the arts for an evening filled with entertainment, friendly competition, and delicious Mediterranean flavors.
Event Details
Date: Saturday, April 18
Time: 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Residence Inn by Marriott (300 Seabay Lane Ocean City)
What to Expect
- Live Entertainment throughout the evening
- Silent Auction featuring unique experiences, artwork, and local treasures
- Olympic-style follies and playful competitions celebrating our Gladiators for the Arts
- Mediterranean Mezze included with admission
- Cash Bar
- Open Seating
Dress the Part
Togas and tunics are encouraged for those who want to fully embrace the theme — but feel free to come as you are!
Support the Arts
Proceeds from this event help the Art League of Ocean City continue providing arts education, exhibitions, and community programming that serve thousands of residents and visitors each year.
Tickets
$75 per person
Join us for a night of celebration, community, and creativity as we crown the Champion of the Arts!
May 2026
First Friday Opening Reception
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. FREE. All are welcome.
Featuring:
Thaler Gallery: Salt Water Taffy
Sisson Galleria: Flora & Fauna Juried Photography Show
Studio E: Joanne Guilfoil & Lynn Yockelson – Celebrating the Year of the Horse
Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Jimena DeChant
Felber Artisan Showcase: Maureen Chandler
Offsite Galleries:
Princess Royale: Jim Halvorsen
Coffee Beanery: Kathy Denk
June 2026
First Friday Opening Reception
Meet the artists, enjoy hors d’oeuvres, and see the new exhibits by a variety of local and regional artists. Beverages provided by PKS Investments. FREE. All are welcome.
Featuring:
Thaler Gallery: What Gathers – Matthew Meinhardt
Sisson Galleria: Ride, Glide, Cast: A Coastal State of Mind
Studio E: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
Schwab Spotlight Gallery: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
Felber Artisan Showcase: Clay Guild of the Eastern Shore
Offsite Galleries:
Princess Royale: Jim Halvorsen
Coffee Beanery: Kathy Denk
Summer Kids Camp – Theater
Art League Summer Kids Camp – Theater Summer Camp
Inspired by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
June 29 – July 2, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Join the Art League of Ocean City for a fun and creative Theater Summer Camp led by instructor Kathryn Redden. Inspired by the beloved classic The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, campers will explore the fundamentals of theater while working toward a final performance at the end of the week.
Participants will build skills in stage presence, dialogue, collaboration, script analysis, and improvisation through hands-on activities and group work. Each day includes theater instruction in the morning, lunch and recess midday, and continued theater exploration in the afternoon.
The week concludes with a live performance on Thursday afternoon, giving campers the chance to showcase what they’ve learned for family and friends.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2858
Instructor: Kathryn E. Redden
Kathryn Redden is the Artistic Director of the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company and has extensive experience as a director, actor, producer, and educator. She is the founder of a long-running summer theater academy and holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Salisbury University. Kathryn is also a visual artist and former Art League exhibitor, bringing both performance and visual arts experience into her teaching.
Summer Kids Camp – Visual Arts
Art League of Ocean City Summer Kids Camp – Visual Arts
Inspired by The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe by C.S. Lewis
June 29 – July 2, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Join the Art League of Ocean City for a Visual Arts Summer Camp led by instructor Amy Bounds, inspired by the magical world of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe. This week focuses on creating imaginative 2D and 3D artwork with a woodland creatures theme, using a variety of mediums to achieve a mystical, storybook feel.
Campers will explore mixed media techniques, participate in daily plein air painting sessions to create an entry for Kids Paint OC, and collaborate with the Theater Camp by helping design sets and props for the final performance.
Each day includes guided art instruction, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued creative exploration in the afternoon. The week concludes with a student art show on Thursday, followed by attending the Theater Camp’s performance.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2860
August 2026
Summer Kids Camp – Theater
Art League of Ocean City Kids Summer Camp – Theater
Lost Treasure in Egypt (Original Production by Kathryn Redden)
August 3 – August 6, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Join the Art League of Ocean City for an adventurous Theater Summer Camp led by instructor Kathryn Redden. Campers will learn core theater skills while preparing for an original production, Lost Treasure in Egypt, which follows an archaeologist and her team as they uncover ancient artifacts and the magical surprises surrounding them.
Participants will build confidence and creativity through hands-on theater training, including stage presence, dialogue, collaboration, script analysis, and improvisation. Each day includes theater instruction in the morning, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued skill-building in the afternoon.
The week culminates in a live performance on Thursday afternoon, allowing campers to showcase their hard work for family and friends.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2859
Instructor: Kathryn E. Redden
Kathryn Redden is the Artistic Director of the Lower Shore Performing Arts Company and brings extensive experience as a director, actor, producer, and educator. She founded a long-running summer theater academy and holds a Master’s Degree in Education from Salisbury University. Kathryn is also a practicing visual artist and former Art League exhibitor, blending performance and visual storytelling in her teaching.
Summer Kids Camp – Visual Arts
Art League of Ocean City Kids Summer Camp – Visual Arts
Ancient Egypt
August 3 – August 6, 2026 (Monday–Thursday)
10:00 AM – 3:00 PM
Ages 6–13
$150 Members | $180 Non-Members
Travel back in time at the Art League of Ocean City’s Visual Arts Summer Camp with instructor Barbara Miller. Inspired by the art and culture of Ancient Egypt, campers will create imaginative 2D and 3D artworks while exploring symbols, structures, and stories from this fascinating era.
Campers will work in a variety of mediums, collaborate with the Theater Camp by helping design sets and props, and participate in daily plein air painting sessions to create an entry for Kids Paint OC. Each day includes guided art instruction, lunch and recess from 12:00–1:00 PM, and continued creative exploration in the afternoon.
The week concludes on Thursday with a student art show, followed by attending the Theater Camp’s production where campers’ artwork will be featured.
Register here:
https://canvas.artleagueofoceancity.org/classes/2861