Chestertown RiverArts

09/04/2026

✨ TONIGHT! Come See What Fits! ✨

Join us TONIGHT from 5–7 p.m. at 306 Park Row for the opening of Does It Fit?, RiverArts’ September Pop-Up Exhibition!

Step into a show filled with artwork that doesn’t always fit neatly into a theme, category, or box. Expect the unexpected—playful, quirky, unconventional, experimental, and simply wonderful work from local artists.

And there’s another reason to stop by: 306 Park Row is a space we’re exploring as a possible new gallery home for RiverArts. Come see the art, check out the space, support local artists, and help us imagine what might be next.

🎨 Does It Fit?
📍 306 Park Row, Chestertown
🗓️ Opening Reception: Tonight, 5–7 p.m.

There’s always room for something new at RiverArts—and we can’t wait to show you what fits.

Come see for yourself!

09/03/2026

Join artist Michael Bell in his studio this First Friday, September 4 for a FREE workshop on visual journaling! Only two spots left, register now: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/creative-community-access-intro-to-visual-journaling-first-friday-tickets-1999584737778

Artist Michael Bell Launches Creative Community Access (CCA) ...Read more at https://chestertownspy.org/2026/09/03/artist-michael-bell-launches-creative-community-access-cca/

09/03/2026

Mark your calendars, our annual member meeting is Oct. 27th! Join us and help us take RA into the future!

08/31/2026

🎨 RIVERARTS IS LOOKING FOR OUR NEXT BOARD MEMBERS!

RiverArts is entering an exciting new chapter—and we need passionate, engaged community members to help shape what comes next. Board nominations are NOW OPEN!

Know someone who would be a great addition to our Board of Directors? Or have you ever thought, “I’d love to help RiverArts”? This could be your opportunity to step up.

We’re looking for people who are passionate about the arts, invested in our community, and ready to roll up their sleeves. Experience in areas such as these is especially valuable:

✨ Nonprofit leadership
✨ Fundraising & development
✨ Event planning
✨ Education
✨ Finance
✨ Marketing & communications
✨ Legal expertise

Board service is an active commitment. We’re looking for people willing to contribute their time, talents, connections, financial support, and advocacy to help RiverArts thrive.

Most importantly, we’re looking for people who believe in the power of creativity to inspire, connect, and enrich our community.

📅 Nominations are due Sunday, September 13.

👉 Submit a nomination:
https://www.ctownra.org/annual-meeting

Have questions about Board service or want to learn more before nominating someone? Contact Marcey Sherman, Chair of the Board Governance Committee, at [email protected] or RiverArts at [email protected] / 410-778-6300.

Help us shape the future of RiverArts. We’d love to have you—or someone you believe in—at the table. 💙🎨

08/30/2026

Can’t wait to get your hands dirty? There are a few spaces left for Clay Classes starting in September!

We have seats left in Intermediate Wheel, and Talavera beginning next week!

Whether you're new to wheel-throwing or looking to build on your pottery and handbuilding skills, there’s a class for every experience level. Join our welcoming community of makers, learn from experienced instructors, and create something you’ll be proud of. With classes filling quickly, don’t wait—register today!

Int. Wheel with Marilee Schumann
Mondays, Sep 7 - Oct 12
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Beginner Wheel with Abby Lorenz
Tuesdays, Sep 8 - Oct 13
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Int. Talavera with Fredy Granillo
Wednesdays, Sep 9 - Oct 14
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Beginner + Wheel with Chris Neiman
Thursdays, Sep 10 - Oct 15
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Handbuilding with Marcey Sherman
Thursdays, Oct 15 - Nov 19
2:00 p.m. – 4:30 p.m.

Int. Wheel with Marilee Schumann
Mondays, Oct 26 - Nov 30
6:00 p.m. – 8:30 p.m.

Register:https://www.ctownra.org/clay-studio

08/28/2026

🎨 ARTISTS: DROP-OFF IS THIS SUNDAY & MONDAY!

Have a piece you’ve been waiting for the right opportunity to show? Something quirky, unexpected, playful, unconventional—or simply different?

Bring it to Does It Fit? our September Pop-Up Exhibition at RiverArts!

✨ Submit 1–2 works
✨ All mediums welcome — 2D & 3D
✨ No theme restrictions
✨ No entry fee for RiverArts members | $40 for non-members

📅 DROP-OFF:
Sunday, August 30 | 1–3 PM
Monday, August 31 | 10 AM–12 PM
📍 343 High Street, Chestertown

The exhibition will be on view September 4–26, with an opening reception on Friday, September 4 from 5–7 PM.

This pop-up is also part of RiverArts’ exploration of a potential new stand-alone gallery space. Come show us what you’ve been making, reconnect with RiverArts, and help us imagine what comes next.

You choose the work. You choose the theme. You decide if it fits.

👉 Full exhibition details, display requirements, volunteer opportunities & more:
https://www.ctownra.org/call-to-artists-does-it-fit-sep-2026

We can’t wait to see the treasures you’ve been waiting to share!

08/17/2026

🎨 WE’RE LOOKING FOR ART INSTRUCTORS! 🎨

Do you have a creative skill you’d love to share with our community? Chestertown RiverArts is looking for instructors to teach engaging, hands-on classes for adults, teens, and tweens!

We’re open to classes in all kinds of creative disciplines and are looking for instructors who can teach:

✨ Evenings
✨ Weekends
✨ Daytime classes

Whether you’re an experienced teacher or an artist who has always wanted to give teaching a try, we’d love to hear from you!

Have a class idea? A unique skill? A creative technique you think others would love to learn? Let’s talk!

📩 Contact us at [email protected] or visit https://www.ctownra.org/instructor-resources to learn more or pitch a class idea.

Help us keep creativity flowing in our community! ❤️

08/15/2026

🎉 CONGRATULATIONS, FREDY! 🎉

We’re thrilled to congratulate RiverArts Clay Studio Technician Fredy Granillo on winning People’s Choice for his beautiful Talavera bowl! 🏆🏺

Fredy’s connection to Talavera runs deep, he began painting Talavera pottery in a neighborhood workshop in El Salvador at just 11 years old. Today, he brings that lifelong passion, creativity, and expertise to the RiverArts Clay Studio.

Want to learn from Fredy? Join his Intermediate Talavera class and explore the vibrant decorative traditions and techniques that make this art form so special. 🎨✨

Whether you’re continuing your ceramics journey or simply want to try something new, this is a wonderful opportunity to learn from an accomplished artist and teacher.

👉 Learn more and register: https://www.ctownra.org/clay-studio

Congratulations, Fredy! And thank you for sharing your talent with our RiverArts community! ❤️🏺