Strathmore

05/28/2026

🎵"Sign up today, don't miss out on the fun!"🎵

The 18th Annual UkeFest returns to Strathmore this August 8–12! Artistic Directors Cathy Fink and Marcy Marxer are here with your reminder to register before tuition increases on June 1.

✨What is UkeFest?
UkeFest is a five-day festival dedicated to ukulele instruction for a variety of skill levels. Registration includes skill-based classes, jams, open mics, and a public performance.

Learn more and register: https://www.strathmore.org/community-education/ukulele-festival/ukefest-2026/

Strathmore UkeFest

05/21/2026

Stepping up at Good Hope 💖

This month, Strathmore teamed up with Step Afrika! and Montgomery County Recreation to bring free step classes to Good Hope Recreation Center.

Together, we’re meeting neighbors where they are and making the arts easier to access—one rhythm-filled class at a time.

05/19/2026

From Future Stars to Philharmonic, hear all nine MCYO orchestras in their final concerts of the season 🎻✨

Many students spend years growing with MCYO, and that dedication comes through at every level of their musical journey.

Congratulations to all of our students on a wonderful season, especially our graduating seniors. We’re cheering you on, wherever the music takes you next.

05/15/2026

Springtime Airline Chicken in 75 seconds 🍋✨

Strathmore Executive Chef Michael Carpenter walks through one of our spring dishes, from prep to plate.

Make dinner part of your next night out at the Music Center with Prelude Buffet or Allegro Kitchen.

Reserve in advance: strathmore.org/dining

05/15/2026

This fascinating study shows that engaging with the arts can slow biological aging. 'The arts' encompasses a wide range of activities, including sensory or physical stimulation, social interaction, and aesthetics—all of which may contribute to these findings.

When it comes to slowing down our biological aging, engaging with arts and culture is as beneficial as physical activity, a new study suggests. https://cnn.it/4udzpBB

05/14/2026

From lobby to event space ✨

Watch the Music Center transform, every detail carefully set—every element coming together behind the scenes.

Planning something of your own?
Learn more about hosting events at Strathmore: https://www.strathmore.org/our-spaces/private-events-rentals/

05/13/2026

Help us name the BBQ tent at Live from the Lawn! 🍔🌭

This summer's menu includes concert-night classics like burgers and hot dogs, plus new shrimp rolls, grilled chicken, and BBQ jackfruit sandwiches.

Now the tent needs a name. Vote for your favorite—or drop your own ideas in the comments👇

Grill on the Green
The Golden Hour Grille
Pit Stop Pop Up
Grillzebo
Gazebo Grille
The Grill & Garden
Bassline Grille
Corby's Grille
Pulled Park
The Fresh Flame

05/12/2026

U-N-I-T-Y 📢

After rehearsing at their schools across Montgomery County Public Schools and Howard County Public School System, nearly 120 students in our Step Up to College program came together for Unity Day.

Led by Step Afrika!, the day's workshops explored how rhythm, movement, and stepping can bring people together across communities.💖

05/11/2026

Meet Juan Manú, our May Artist in Residence 🎻

Juan Manú celebrates his Mexican American identity through mariachi and Latin American folk music, using voice, violin, and guitar to tell original stories and honor tradition.

Catch Juan at the Mansion this month:
• 5/13 - "The Sound of Herencia" concert
• 5/20 - Free workshop: "Raíces del Mariachi: A Journey Through Sound & Story"
• 5/27 - "The Sound of Confluencia" concert

🎟️ https://www.strathmore.org/nurturing-artists/artists-in-residence-program/air-juan-manu/