Yard Dramas

04/01/2026

It's library giving day! This is your opportunity to make a one-time or recurring donation. You might even just go and visit a library in our system, and give the staff some love. Libraries need us, and we need them. Prince George's County Memorial Library System

It's Library Giving Day! 📖 Show your PGCMLS pride and support your community by making a one-time or recurring donation to the PGCMLS Foundation.

Unrestricted giving is one of the most powerful ways to help us respond where the Library’s need is greatest. Libraries are vital third places and safe spaces — providing meaningful programs, access to vital information, and a place for community belonging.

Help us reach our goal of $20,000! Your generosity directly impacts your neighbors: https://ow.ly/Cf0X50YAO9s

03/31/2026

Spent today in my basement studio, moving through my ideas about a 🐻✨

I'm taking a mixed media class with the fabulous . Today, she had us exploring narrative. It was the perfect space to start visualizing an image from the play I’m developing that follows a bear’s journey from Western Maryland through into Washington, DC.

This piece feels like an early glimpse into that world. Visual art is out of my comfort zone. I'm a theatre artist. But I can start with a narrative.

Grateful to the for a Creativity Grant supporting the planning and development of a new touring production, OSO IS HERE (working title), a performance for all ages exploring belonging, climate change, and our collective responsibility. 🌎

03/13/2026

When the wind blows...

Thanks to the Maryland State Arts Council.

I'm ever grateful to the Takoma Park Maryland Library and Crossroads Farmers Market for becoming my little comforting corner of the world.

Much love to my dear friend and colleague for the courageous and joyful programming that was the much-needed spark for the telling of this story, one program year at a time.

02/06/2026

🎭 Turn YOUR memories into art! 🎨

Build mini 3D sets of places that matter to you—your old home, that Friday spot, the 9to5 drive, a place you dream of. No experience needed!

Join this FREE workshop series and see your creation showcased at the Prince George’s County 250 Block Party on May 30! 🎉

📅 WHEN: Fridays | February 13, 20, 27 & March 20 | 1–3 PM
📍 WHERE: 5501 45th Ave #430, Hyattsville (behind Busboys and Poets)
👉 Register or request a ride: tinyurl.com/yarddramas

👩‍🏫 INSTRUCTORS: Marcie Wolf-Hubbard & Jennifer Ridgway

Learn more at YardDramas.org/HAP

All materials provided. All skill levels welcome. Let’s build something amazing together! ✨

12/27/2025

Here's to turning the page together! As 2025 closes, I'm grateful for this incredible community that's supported 30 years of my career and 5 years of business ownership. I'm also crazy about vernal pools. If you've not had the opportunity to explore one, let's go together! It's the best way to welcome the new year, and season. Spring is upon us! 😁 ❄ 🎭

Highlights from this year:
✨ Completed Creators' Momentum Business Accelerator
🌿 Became Maryland Master Naturalist & pursuing Master Gardener certification
👧 Partnering with Girl Scouts
🎓 Teaching arts integration at the University of Maryland (my alma mater!) starting February
📚 Awarded several grants from the Maryland State Arts Council, including support to start the bear play!

As President/Co-Founder of Teaching Artists of the Mid-Atlantic (TAMA), I'm excited about the year ahead: a Teaching Artist Retreat, Showcase in Prince George's County, and expanded advocacy.

Support Thriving Artists, Thriving Communities at teachingartists.org/donate/

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12/11/2025

🌿 I’m thrilled to announce that I am now officially a Certified Maryland Master Naturalist Volunteer! I've always integrated drama and art with environmental science. Now I really am! Reach out, let's make a difference for our neighbors, the wild inhabitants, together. Let the adventures begin! 🌍✨

Thanks Anacostia Watershed Society!

11/02/2025

🌟 Exciting News! 🌟 I’m thrilled to share that I’ll be joining the PGCMLS Foundation Board and can’t wait to support this outstanding community resource. I'm ready to make a positive impact for Prince George's County libraries! 📚✨ Jennifer Ridgway

10/28/2025

Join Teaching Artists of the Mid-Atlantic at Franklin's Restaurant, Brewery, and General Store today from 11AM-9PM to support local Teaching Artists. Order in, take out, shop the general store, or purchase a gift card! Tell your server/clerk that you're supporting TAMA!

08/03/2025

Support a Black-owned Teaching Artist Business this National Black Business Month.

Schools and educators: Dramatic Play offers a range of in-school and out-of-school programming

Parents and caretakers: Check out Dramatic Play's Belle's Book Club. This is the program to inspire a lifetime reading habit. They explore terrific books, use dramatic activities, and bring in fun and exciting special guests. I wish I was of age to register! I have no doubt that your child will enjoy the program! https://www.dramatic-play.com/programs-workshops-residencies

07/23/2025

Leave the fear at home and come play with us tomorrow between 10-12:30 at the Tap the link in our profile to learn more about our “Summer Library Program” a partnership with the . Supported in part by

06/22/2025

Summer! Its here and I'm so excited to introduce a few new things to the Yard Dramas tent at in partnership with hopefully these will turn out like I’m planning. There almost done and I'm tickled pink!