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Kids Books, Business Savvy for Artists and Women in Music: Patch Features the Best in Local Arts

Everything from Black History Month commemorations to women's musical celebrations, Patch was everywhere you wanted to be reporting arts coverage in the past week.

Artisans add entrepreneurial experience to their palette and Westminster kids are interviewed on their favorite read as Patch elevates daily life to an art form. So indulge your inner aficionado with the following Week in Regional Arts.

Singer Brings Live Performance to Elkridge to Commemorate Black History Month
As a final wrap up to February's Black History month events, Elkridge Senior Center hosted the singing talent of the Rev. Anthony Brown, to the delight of residents and visitors alike. Don’t miss the video of his moving rendition of Sam Cooke’s “Change Gonna Come,” caught on tape courtesy of Elkridge Patch.

(VIDEO) You Said It! What Is Your Favorite Book?
The National Education Association's “Read Across America” event celebrates the March 2 birthday of legendary children’s author Dr. Seuss. Patch was there to ask children at the Town Mall of Westminster to name their favorite books. Hear more from the youngsters themselves on Eldersburg Patch.

Local Artists Learn To Be Crafty In Business
In an effort to support the creative residents of Carroll County, a community college has added a new class to its offerings, with the goal of helping professional artists learn the ropes of the business world. As a part of the Continuing Education Certificate program, Professor Scott Gore (an artist himself) translates the information from a boardroom to those who feel more at home in an art room. Find out about the course by visiting Westminster Patch for details.

‘Respect’ Performance At Gordon Center Blends Women’s History With Music
There are plenty of opportunities for Marylanders to pay some R-E-S-P-E-C-T to female performers both past and present. Taken from a book originally written by Dr. Dorothy Marcic, Respect: Women and Popular Music is an adaptation that’s part pop-culture, part feminist history and a whole lot of fun. Reisterstown Patch features the story and sneak-peek video of the performance.

‘Grrls’ Play Major Parts At UMBC Showcase
If you’re still up for more female empowered talent, be sure to check out this story about The Grrl Parts Play Festival at UMBC, now in its sixth successful season. As an alternative to the male-driven theater offerings, this festival highlights the common and conflicting cultural significance of women from all walks of life. Learn more about the short plays and how to get tickets on Arbutus Patch.

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