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May Bulletin

5/1/2021

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Contents:
THE BIG NEWS - Life Skills & Social Studio
Summer Improv is Back
Hershey Park, Here We Come!
New - Actor Spotlight
Maryland Arts Summit
Facebook Fundraisers
The Big News!!
Barrier-Free proudly presents, The Life Skills & Social Studio, opening in June 2021!

The mission of Barrier-Free's Studio is to support the development of life skills and social skills through an integrated-arts model with a focus on interpersonal interaction, authentic practice, and group collaboration.

The Studio, located in Historic Downtown Sykesville, is an expansion on our current programming that will allow us to offer Barrier-Free opportunities EVERY DAY.

 
The Life Skills & Social Studio will serve neurodiverse adults 18+ with no age cap, including those with intellectual/developmental disabilities and autism.
 
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR OPEN HOUSES!

Join us Sunday, May 16 from 1 - 3pm or Tuesday, May 18 from 4 - 6pm, ​to get a first look at The Life Skills & Social Studio.
 
Click Here For More Details About The Studio
Summer Improv is Back!
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.

New this summer, join us Mondays IN-PERSON, Wednesdays on ZOOM, or BOTH!

 
Click Here for Details & Registration
Hershey Park Here We Come!
Join us for a day trip to Hershey Park on Saturday, June 5th!

Carpooling is available for this event.  There are 8 carpool spots available for this social club and allocated on a first-come, first-serve basis. Please indicate your transportation preference when registering.

Click the link below for all the details about this awesome social club!

 
Click Here for Details & Registration
Jared Parrish Actor Spotlight
Jared Parrish is an all-star Barrier-Free"er" who participates in our Inclusive Theater Company B, social clubs, and numerous classes.

​Recently, Jared played Robert in "I Do, I Think," Co. B's original show that premiered live on Youtube in March 2021.

In addition to Barrier-Free, Jared attends post-secondary school, rides horses, participates in Special Olympics, and more!   

​Thank you Jared for being willing to be a spotlighted Barrier-Free actor!

 
Click Here to Check Out the Full Spotlight
Maryland Arts Summit Performance
Barrier-Free is thrilled to share that we have been invited to perform at the virtual Maryland Arts Summit on June 3 & 4!

Our performance will be prerecorded and will include an introduction to Barrier-Free, an overview of our inclusive theater model, and a scene from "Salty Seas."

The Maryland Arts Summit is a FREE event and open to all!

We will be sure to share our exact date and performance time as soon as the Summit schedule is finalized.
Happy Birthday!
Facebook Birthday Fundraisers raised $986 in donations in the month of April!

THANK YOU to everyone who generously shared their birthday with Barrier-Free!
Don't Forget!
MARK YOUR CALENDARS FOR OUR STUDIO OPEN HOUSES!

Join us Sunday, May 16 from 1 - 3pm or Tuesday, May 18 from 4 - 6pm, ​to get a first look at The Life Skills & Social Studio.
 
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  • About
    • Mission & Vision
    • Our Story & Core Values
    • Meet the Team
    • Booking Barrier-Free
    • Calendar
    • Stay Connected
  • Programs
    • Inclusive Theater Companies
    • Life Skills & Social Studio >
      • Intake for New Members
      • Weekly Registration
      • Studio FAQ
    • Individual Skill Coaching
    • Expressive Arts Programs
    • Music Studio >
      • Music Studio New Members
      • Weekly Registration
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