Story Tapestries

Deanwood Neighborhood Library (DCPL) - Powwow Dance w/ Miss Chief Rocka
2026-07-29 10:30 - 11:30 (America/New_York) | Deanwood Neighborhood Library, 1350 49th St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Performance time: 10:30-11:30 am
Powwow DanceMiss Chief Rocka is a multi disciplinary nêhiyaw (Cree) artist representing amiskwacîwâskahikan (Edmonton, Canada) and a proud member of Frog Lake First Nation. Since 2016 she has toured throughout the world sharing her culture as one of the lead dancers for The Halluci-Nation, and loves sharing that “Good Medicine” to audiences through her high energy Powwow and HipHop Dance performances. She will be sharing stories and showcasing multiple styles such as The Fancy Dance, The Jingle Dress Dance, The Hoop Dance, The Round Dance and also invites audience members to participate in a live Powwow Dance class during the show.

Tuesdays with Story Tapestries - Facebook LIVE!
2026-07-28 19:00 - 19:15, 2026-07-21 19:00 - 19:15, 2026-07-14 19:00 - 19:15, 2026-07-07 19:00 - 19:15, 2026-06-23 19:00 - 19:15, 2026-06-16 19:00 - 19:15 | https://www.facebook.com/StoryTapestries

Performance with Arianna Ross
2026-07-24 10:15 - 11:00 | 14426 Traville Garden Circle, Rockville, MD, United States
Free performance for all audiences –
“The Fastest Plane: to Outer Space and Beyond”
with Arianna Ross
Show begins at 10:15 am

Family Performance Series at Riverworks
2026-07-23 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-16 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-09 10:00 - 11:00, 2026-07-02 10:00 - 11:00 | 17617 W Willard Rd, Poolesville, MD, United States
Free performance for family audiences

Palisades Library - Photography Workshop
2026-07-22 11:00 - 11:45 | Palisades Neighborhood Library, 4901 V St NW, Washington, DC, United States
Free workshop for all audiencesThe STEAM of Photography, Freezing and capturing momentsHow long is a second or a part of a second, what is the fastest someone can move in a second…and how do you record that on a camera? In this workshop participants investigate fractions and the basic concepts of math by playing games and taking photos and changing shutter speed. What happens when you take a photo for 1 full second versus 1/50th of a second versus 1/4000 – does it freeze the motion or capture the motion? The artist will bring digital cameras that participants can experiment with. Participants will leave with digital photos in hand.

BCPL Cockeysville Branch: Performance - Arianna Ross
2026-07-21 11:00 - 11:45 | The Cockeysville Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library, 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD, United States
Free family performance for all ages

BCPL Randallstown Branch: Performance - Arianna Ross
2026-07-21 10:15 - 11:45 | Baltimore County Public Library – Randallstown Branch, 8603 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD, United States
Artist arrival: 10:15 amShow time: 11:00-11:45 am
Branch contact:Ife Novoselinovosel@bcpl.net410-887-0770

DCPL- Visual Arts Mask workshop w/ Luis Del Valle
2026-07-20 16:00 - 17:00 | Cleveland Park Library, 3310 Connecticut Ave NW, Washington, DC, United States
Visual Arts Exploration: Creating Masks​Embark on a creative journey that merges the abstract art of Cubism with the rich tradition of African masks. In this immersive and relaxed class, you’ll enjoy an evening of painting while delving into the fascinating interplay between these two art forms. You’ll learn about the origins and techniques of Cubism, as well as the cultural and symbolic significance of African masks. Whether you’re a seasoned artist or a beginner, this class offers a unique opportunity to explore new artistic perspectives and create a distinctive piece of art.

City of Hyattsville - SUMMER JAM Series Backyard BBQ
2026-07-17 17:30 - 20:30 | Hyattsville City Building, 4310 Gallatin St, Hyattsville, MD, United States

BCPL Randallstown Branch: Performance - Arianna Ross
2026-07-16 14:00 - 14:45 | Baltimore County Public Library – Randallstown Branch, 8603 Liberty Rd, Randallstown, MD, United States
Show time: 2:00-2:45 pm
Free public performance for family audiences of all ages

BCPL Cockeysville Branch: Performance - Arianna Ross
2026-07-16 13:15 - 14:45 | The Cockeysville Branch of the Baltimore County Public Library, 9833 Greenside Dr, Cockeysville, MD, United States
Artist arrival: 1:15 pmShow time: 2:00-2:45 pm
Branch contact:Matt KieferMkiefer@bcpl.net410-887-7753

Gaithersburg Children’s Concert Series - The Fastest Plane
2026-07-15 10:30 - 11:15 | Gaithersburg Concert Pavilion, 27 S Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD, United States
45-minute interactive show for children ages 2-8.The Fastest Plane: Paint our World with Stories, Music and Movement – storyteller, Arianna Ross.Explore the colors, sounds, art and stories of the world. Celebrate life on land, underwater and in the sky. Paint the streets with music, dance, art and drama. This multilingual program is an entertaining, international, dynamic program that weaves the power of dance, theatre, music and storytelling together. An entertaining dynamic show filled with adventure. Leave the room dancing like a monkey and roaring like a tiger.
Performance Time: 10:30 – 11:15 am

2026 Heritage Weekend performances - "Washerwoman" (Sheila Arnold)
2026-06-27 12:00 - 16:00 | Oakley Cabin African American Museum & Park, 3610 Brookeville Rd, Brookeville, MD, United States
2026 Heritage Weekend
Heritage Days

“Washerwoman” historical character interpretation and interactive experiences
with master storyteller, Sheila Arnold
Saturday, June 27, at intervals from 12:00-4:00 pm

DCPL - Stories + Dance = Joy w/ Kelly King
2026-06-26 10:30 - 11:30 | Northeast Neighborhood Library, 330 7th St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Stories + Dance = Joy
Join choreographer, dancer, and educator Kelly King in a playful, movement-centered performance and demonstration. We’ll warm-up our brains and bodies, listen to a story, and add movement as we go. We’ll dance the story with and without words, then listen to it again. Leave the performance ready to move and play while learning.

Joy of Living (Veronneau Duo) @ Brooke Grove
2026-06-25 14:30 - 15:30 | Brooke Grove Assisted Living – 1635 Hickory Knoll Rd. Sandy Spring, Sandy Spring, MD, United States
HOUSE #1635
Performance time: 2:30 pm
Joie de Vivre/Joy of Living (VERONNEAU Duo):With a collection of colorful and engaging songs, award-winning VERONNEAU duo take you through storied Paris neighborhoods, serene marine get-always, and many art-filled stories of love of life. Vocalist Lynn Veronneau performs French classics such as Menilmontant, La Mer, La Boheme and many more fun tunes with beauty and vivacity. Together with Ken Avis on guitar, they charm audiences with their talent and playful personalities. They exemplify the iconic French belief that life should be joyful.

MLK Library Performance - Marsha & The Positrons
2026-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 899 G St NW, Washington, DC, United States
Free performance for family audiencesMarsha and the Positrons play clever original songs mixing science facts with messages about kindness and friendship. Led by former cognitive neuroscientist, Marsha Goodman-Wood, Marsha and The Positrons is a DC-based kindie (kids + indie) band that plays fun songs about science and how the world works with positive social messages.

MLK Library - Talk with Your Hands and Tell Your Stories
2026-06-25 11:00 - 12:00 | Martin Luther King Jr. Memorial Library, 899 G St NW, Washington, DC, United States
Free performance for family audiencesTalk with Your Hands and Tell Your Stories: Create stories through Indian Classical Dance and storytelling. Stomp it out, clap out beats and express it with this ancient technique in present-day. This multilingual program is an entertaining, international, dynamic program that weaves the power of dance, theatre, music and storytelling together. In these delightful renditions of stories, it is the creatures that teach us about ourselves and Indian culture, geography, and history. An entertaining dynamic show filled with dance and stories of adventure.

BCPL Catonsville Branch: Performance
2026-06-23 10:30 - 11:15 | Baltimore County Public Library – Catonsville Branch, 1101 Frederick Rd, Catonsville, MD, United States
Branch contact:Shannon CarneyScarney@bcpl.net410-887-0951

Enoch Pratt Free Library (Northwood) - Afro Blue Performance w/ Alison Crockett
2026-06-22 13:00 - 14:00 | Enoch Pratt Free Library – Northwood Branch, 4420 Loch Raven Blvd, Baltimore, MD, United States
Performance time 1:00-2:00 pm

LAYC Conservation Corp Closing Ceremony
2026-06-17 10:00 - 11:45 | Woodside Urban Park

DCPL - Talk w/ Your Hands w/ Classical Indian Dancer, Praneetha Akula
2026-06-13 14:30 - 15:30 | Woodridge Neighborhood Library, 1801 Hamlin St NE, Washington, DC, United States
Talk with Your Hands and Tell Your Stories Create stories through Indian Classical Dance and storytelling. Stomp it out, clap out beats and express it with this ancient technique in present-day. This multilingual program is an entertaining, international, dynamic program that weaves the power of dance, theatre, music and storytelling together. In these delightful renditions of stories, it is the creatures that teach us about ourselves and Indian culture, geography, and history. An entertaining dynamic show filled with dance and stories of adventure.
Library Branch: 202-541-6198

A Bilingual Adventure through Music and Story performance
2026-06-11 14:30 - 15:30 | Brooke Grove Assisted Living – 1635 Hickory Knoll Rd. Sandy Spring, Sandy Spring, MD, United States
HOUSE #1635
Performance time: 2:30 pm
Site contact: Samantha DubendorfPhone: (301)-260-2331 | sdubendorf@bgf.org
Playing across America: A bi-lingual Adventure through Music and story (Melissa Foss):Take a journey across the Americas through song. In this performance we’ll learn about instruments that have shaped the sonic landscape of folk and popular music traditions across Latin America. We’ll get an introduction to the Charango, a small Andean stringed instrument widespread throughout Bolivia, Peru, Ecuador, Chile and Argentina. We’ll also experience songs from the tradition of Canto con Caja, an ancestral music passed on through oral tradition across Andean cultures of the north and north-west of Argentina.
