Carpe Diem Arts, in partnership with Brookletts Place/Talbot County Senior Center, is proud to announce the return of the popular Arts Alive: Second Tuesdays free lunchtime concert series, running from January through May 2026. This community-based program brings world-class artists to the heart of Easton for 45-minute midday concerts that are free and welcoming to all ages.
Winter/Spring 2026 Lineup–Kicking off on Tuesday, January 13, 12:15-1:00pm
January 13, 2026: Jay Sumerour & Mark Puryear – Experience the Piedmont blues with harmonica player Jay Summerour and guitarist Mark Puyear, two tradition bearers whose soulful, understated styles brings American roots music to life. A warm, intimate performance honoring the deep history of the Mid-Atlantic blues.
February 10: Hubby Jenkins – Hubby Jenkins, Grammy-nominated multi-instrumentalist and former member of the Carolina Chocolate Drops, shares the deep roots of African American string band music through spirited banjo, guitar, and bones performances.
March 10: Rakish – Phenomenal fiddler Maura Shawn Scanlin and guitarist Conor Hearn of RAKISH bring a shimmering blend of Celtic tradition, American folk, and contemporary acoustic artistry to Brookletts Place. Refreshingly innovative with elegant chamber-folk sensibility, Maura and Conor present music that is both timeless and boldly original.
April 14: Mark Schatz & Rachel Eddy – Mark Schatz – celebrated bassist known for his work with Béla Fleck – and multi-instrumentalist Rachel Eddy unite for vibrant, heartfelt old-time music. Their blend of fiddle, banjo, bass, and rich harmonies brings Appalachian tradition to life with joyful virtuosity. Back by popular demand!
May 12: Dead Sea Squirrels – The Dead Sea Squirrels perform a vibrant mix of string band traditions: old-time, fiddling, blues, Cajun rhythms, Celtic-tinged guitar, with hauntingly beautiful vocal harmonies – delivered with spirited musicianship and charm. Featuring Cathy Mason, Craig Edwards, and Henry Yoshimura.
“The Arts Alive series is all about connection—between cultures, across generations, and within the community,” said Carpe Diem Arts founder Busy Graham. “We are excited to launch another great season of concerts at Brookletts Place.”
EVENT DETAILS
When: Second Tuesdays, January – May, 2026 | 12:15–1:00pm
Where: Brookletts Place – Talbot County Senior Center, 400 Brookletts Ave., Easton, MD
Cost: Free concerts; Lunch available at 12:00pm for $4.25
(Please make lunch reservations 2 weeks ahead: 410-822-2869 / [email protected])
ABOUT CARPE DIEM ARTS
Carpe Diem Arts is a nonprofit organization dedicated to engaging communities across generations and cultures through the power of the visual, literary and performing arts—providing inclusive and accessible arts experiences and opportunities for creative self-expression.
The Arts Alive: Second Tuesdays series is presented by Carpe Diem Arts in partnership with Upper Shore Aging and Brookletts Place, with support from Talbot Arts, the Mid-Shore Community Foundation, Maryland State Arts Council, Dock Street Foundation, and our individual donors.
NOTE: Thanks to our funders, each of the Arts Alive programs will also be presented at the Chesapeake Center for adults with special needs.
For more information, please contact [email protected] / 301-466-0183 www.CarpeDiemArts.org/brookletts-place
Or Leslie Adelman: [email protected]
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