Events

Male a cappella group Heavenly Blessed was formed in Baltimore 28 years ago. The five members blend their voices in perfect harmony to perform gospel-style music that will have you clapping your hands. The group’s current lineup features original founding member Elijah Williams, Larry Chew, Reggie Thomas, Sterling Finch, and Walter Davies.

Brentwood Arts Exchange is excited to host ongoing jam sessions featuring a unique, original synth and modular music style. Drop-in musicians of every genre are invited to join and contribute. Bring your instrument, plug in, and be part of the sound!

Hubby Jenkins is a talented multi-instrumentalist who endeavors to share his love and knowledge of old-time American music, following the thread of African American history in traditional music forms. As a member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops and later Rhiannon Giddens’ band, he has performed worldwide, earning both Grammy and Americana award nominations.

Lion is a 2016 biographical drama film directed by Garth Davis, based on the true story of Saroo Brierley. The film stars Dev Patel, Sunny Pawar, Rooney Mara, David Wenham, and Nicole Kidman. The story follows a five-year-old Indian boy named Saroo who gets lost on a train that takes him thousands of kilometers away from his home and family. After surviving on the streets of Calcutta, he is eventually adopted by an Australian couple. Twenty-five years later, Saroo, now an adult, embarks on a journey to find his lost family using memories and Google Earth.

Dancers representing countries from across the globe get together to showcase their talent in this interactive and immersive dance experience. Enjoy a live DJ spinning the latest international dance tracks and learning a few new moves to celebrate diversity in our community.

Belly Dance for Fitness Month: Embrace the Rhythm of Health and Wellness! Join us this month to celebrate the mesmerizing art of belly dance as a powerful fitness routine. Discover the enchanting fusion of cultural expression and physical movement that tones muscles, improves flexibility, and boosts confidence. Experience the joy of dance while reaping the benefits of a full-body workout. Let music guide you on a journey towards strength, grace, and vitality. Unleash your inner dancer this Fitness Month with the ancient art of belly dancing!

Breathe in, breathe out! Relax and find your center at a yoga class featuring live jazz music in Montpelier Arts Center’s Main Gallery. Wear comfortable clothing and bring a yoga mat.

* This exhibition runs May 23–Jun. 21, with a public reception on Fri., Jun. 12. *

Melissa Burley combines reclaimed and found objects from the past to create illuminated sculptures that may include glass, test tubes, furniture parts, clocks, bicycle components, and resin. She sees the primary focus of her work as bringing life back into the things people once cherished and utilized, thereby communicating a strong sense of the past.