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March Bulletin

3/5/2022

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March Bulletin

Contents:

  • Inclusive Theater Shows

  • Guest Actor Cameos

  • Order a Digital Show Copy

  • Purple Bucket Campaign

  • NEW Music Studio

  • Spring & Summer Classes

  • Community Events

Barrier-Free Announcements

Join us for S’mores Wars & One Star Resort!

Join us March 12 & 13 2022 for the premiere of S'mores Wars & One Star Resort, LIVE & IN PERSON!

First, join us on Sweet Retreat Isle for the S'mores Wars competition! Reigning champion, Flamin' Roger, and his group of campfire friends will be coaching and cheering on a team of new competitors, each hoping to secure a win. Mix in a goofy airport crew, campfire songs, and WAY too much baggage for a laugh-out-loud adventure from start to finish! Ready? Set. S'mores!

Up next, what happens when a seemingly "great deal" dream island getaway turns into a vacation nightmare? You wind up at a One Star Resort complete with a bumpy shuttle service, a vegan restaurant, and a janky maintenance man named Steve. That's right. Steve. Brace for impact!

Click Here to Learn More About our Inclusive Theater Companies
Click Here to Purchase Advance Tickets

Guest Actor Cameos

Barrier-Free is thrilled to welcome Mayor Mona Becker and Mayor Stacy Link to the stage on Saturday, March 12 at 7pm and Sunday, March 13 at 2pm!

Dr. Becker has been a Westminster resident since 2003 and a champion for our community!

In addition to her role as the Mayor of Westminster, Dr. Becker co-founded the Environmental Studies Department at McDaniel College and is the Science Department Chair at Westminster High School.

They are an active member of the Carroll County Arts Council, the Westminster Farmer’s Market, and an advocate for downtown businesses.

Mayor Link has been a Sykesville resident since 2005. Her service to the community started in 2011 when she became part of the then grassroots downtown revitalization program. Soon thereafter, she was appointed to the Sykesville Historic District Commission, then served two terms on the Town Council before being elected Mayor of Sykesville in May, 2021.

Mayor Link has been an occupational therapist since 1997 and specializes in adaptive technology and environmental accessibility for persons with disabilities. She is a nationally certified assistive technology professional and holds an Executive Certificate in Home Modifications.

When our Barrier-Free Studio members are taking our strolls on Main Street in Sykesville, inevitably we run into Mayor Link, and it is always a pleasure to see her at one of her favorite local spots!

Can’t make it to the shows?

Barrier-Free's upcoming shows S'mores Wars & One Star Resort are being professionally recorded by School Days Productions!

Digital copies make the perfect keepsake or provide an opportunity to watch our shows if you are unable to attend in-person.

Click Here to Order a Digital Copy

Donate to our Purple Bucket Campaign

What is “The Purple Bucket Campaign?”

Annually in March, Barrier-Free hosts our largest direct donation campaign of the year, lovingly called “The Purple Bucket Campaign.”

The purple bucket is a nod to the early days of Barrier-Free where folks may remember purchasing tickets to see a show and having their change be made out of a plastic bucket.

Although we are a long way from plastic bucket days, we still rely on donations from our supporters to keep our programs affordable and accessible for all families.

Please make a donation to Barrier-Free this month and help us fill our bucket! Thank you for already helping us raise $3060!

Click Here to Donate

Sponsorship Levels

Donate by Saturday, March 5 to have your family or company name listed in our program for S’mores War & One Star Resort estimated to reach 1000+ individuals!

Click Here to View our Sponsorship Page

NEW - Barrier-Free Music Studio

Mike Morton, aka "Music Mike," Barrier-Free’s beloved Music Director is proud to present Barrier-Free’s Music Studio!

Music is a universal language that anyone can understand, and at the Barrier-Free Music Studio our goal is to make music accessible to everyone! We offer musical classes, lessons, and support for people of all abilities, with a focus on self expression and gaining self-confidence in your own voice. Music is an amazing way to break down the barriers that divide us.

Music Mike will be offering Music & Mentorship private lessons and Jam Sessions at The Music Studio located at 7520 Main St #103 Sykesville, MD 21784 on Sundays.

Click Here to Learn More

Click Below to see a Jam Session Sneak Peek

Spring/Summer Classes Now Enrolling!

All Spring & Summer classes will be offered IN-PERSON. Please check class details for the location.

BUNDLE & SAVE - click “Learn More” on any class.

​Currently Barrier-Free is not offering any virtual programming.

Silly Songs

Find Your Creative Voice! During this eight-week course, participants will gain confidence in their own voice through singalongs, music games, and songwriting workshops, culminating in an original song written by the whole group and recorded during rehearsals.

Learn More

Dating While Neurodiverse

Join us for an 8-week class for neurodiverse adults ages 18+ where we talk about it all! We'll cover everything from the social nuances of dating and navigating relationships to sexual education, consent, and appropriate ways to communicate.

Learn More

Summer Improv

Barrier-Free’s beloved summer class is back for ANOTHER round of acting fun! During the course of this 8-week class, participants will learn and engage in the basics of character-based improv and sketch comedy.

Learn More

Power Up!

This 8-week class will encourage individuals to practice various physical & drama skills - coordination, balance, and nonverbal communication - through lots of fun activities and exercises. These activities will include anything from a football toss to hip-hop dancing - something to keep everyone engaged and excited!

Learn More

Community Events

Traffic Stop Practice

EVERYONE feels anxiety when they see that police car light up behind them. You begin to wonder, “Am I in trouble?” “What did I do wrong?” In that moment, slowing down your brain and thinking about what you need to do can be difficult. So it’s time to start thinking about what you should do BEFORE you get pulled over. The goal is to have a safe interaction during a traffic stop.

Sign up now for Traffic Stop Practice Sessions, sponsored by Pathfinders for Autism, in Harford County (3/30), Frederick County (4/21), and Charles County (5/4)

Click Here to Learn More

2022 Transition Symposium

2022 TRANSITION SYMPOSIUM​​​​​​​

A free 4-part webinar series designed for transitioning youth ages 14-21 with IEP/504 plans, their families, and professionals.

The webinars will be held monthly via Zoom on February 17, March 15, April 21 and May 24, 2022.

Visit the REGISTRATION PAGE for more information.

Celebrate World Down Syndrome Day

Get your celebration on during World Down Syndrome Day! Join us in Annapolis on March 21st for remarks from advocates and state leaders, refreshments, and plenty of dancing, as the state officially recognizes 3/21 as #WorldDownSyndromeDay!

Click Here to Register

Thank you for you support!

John and Gary are ready to safely escort you to the S’mores Wars on March 12 & 13 at McDaniel College Theater/ We’ll see you there!

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3/1/2022

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Purple Bucket Campaign Kick-Off!

What is “The Purple Bucket Campaign?”

Annually in March, Barrier-Free hosts our largest direct donation campaign of the year, lovingly called “The Purple Bucket Campaign.”

The purple bucket is a nod to the early days of Barrier-Free where folks may remember purchasing tickets to see a show and having their change be made out of plastic bucket.

Although we are a long way from plastic bucket days, we still rely on donations from our supporters to keep our programs affordable and accessible for all families.

Please make a donation to Barrier-Free this month and help us fill our bucket!

Click Here to Donate

Donation Levels

Donate by Saturday, March 5 to have your family’s name or company’s name listed in our program for S’mores War & One Star Resort estimated to reach 1000+ individuals!

Click Here to View Our Sponsorship Page

Join us for S’mores Wars & One Star Resort!

Join us March 12 & 13 2022 for the premiere of S'mores Wars & One Star Resort, at McDaniel College Theater!

First, join us on Sweet Retreat Isle for the S'mores Wars competition! Reigning champion, Flamin' Roger, and his group of campfire friends will be coaching and cheering on a team of new competitors, each hoping to secure a win. Mix in a goofy airport crew, campfire songs, and WAY too much baggage for a laugh-out-loud adventure from start to finish! Ready? Set. S'mores!

Up next, what happens when a seemingly "great deal" dream island getaway turns into a vacation nightmare? You wind up at a One Star Resort complete with a bumpy shuttle service, a vegan restaurant, and a janky maintenance man named Steve. That's right. Steve. Brace for impact!

Click Here to Learn More About our Inclusive Theater Companies
Click Here to Purchase Advance Tickets

Thank you for you support!

P.S. Exciting news coming Friday, March 4!

Keep an eye on your inbox for our March Bulletin to find out more!

Music Mike & Rosemary jamming on the ukuleles!

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