BlackRock Celebrates 10 Years With Free Party

On Saturday, there will plenty of ways to creatively wish Germantown’s primary arts venue happy birthday.

In celebration of its 10 year anniversary,  has planned a free family block party from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the theater announced.

There should be much to see and hear — a roving entertainer, giveaways, and of course a round of the birthday song before the day ends. There will also be plenty to do. Kids can make crafts and décor for BlackRock’s outdoor stage. Parents can purchase artwork, meet instructors and preview the classes offered at BlackRock.

Technically, ground was broken for in January 2001, and the venue opened its doors in 2002, according to the theater's own records. But excitement has been building up all year, with a celebratory gala in April and buzz around its upcoming season, opened Ravi Coltrane on Sept. 17.

Here are some of the activities scheduled for Saturday:

• Register for the fall session; classes begin Sept. 12
• Tour our new ceramics studio
• Mark Lohr, family entertainer, will delight attendees with his juggling, magic and more
• Decorate and hang a star from the outdoor stage to commemorate BlackRock's 10th year
• Birthday-themed crafts
• Jewelry, pottery and art for sale from the Art League of Germantown

• BlackRock Student Art Show
• Learn about and purchase tickets for BlackRock’s fall 2011 season
• Giveaways for all! 

For more information, please contact 301-528-2260 or visit www.blackrockcenter.org.