Due to forecasted thunderstorms, we have regretfully made the decision to CANCEL ResFest.
Please join us from 12-4 PM on Wednesday (8/21) for a scaled-back event at SFNC featuring giveaways, resources, and more.
Reservoir Hill Resource Fair
& Music Festival
Join us on Sunday, August 18th, from 11 AM - 4 PM in German Park as this vibrant celebration of community spirit returns for its 19th year, featuring live music, local resources, free giveaways, and fun activities for all ages!
Sponsorship Opportunities
We believe that free community events like ResFest are among the most powerful tools we have to connect with our neighbors, providing a space to discover new resources, opportunities, and engage with others.
With that being said, the operational costs of large events like ResFest quickly add up when you account for permits, equipment, electricity, and other supplies. YOU can help keep ResFest free and accessible to all with a donation of any amount or sponsoring our event!
🏆 Interested in sponsoring?
Please contact our Philanthropy Officer, Ayanna Freelon (ayanna@stfranciscenter.org).
Sponsors of $3-6K will be recognized from the stage and highlighted on our website, social media, press release, festival banner, and t-shirts, + 8 drink vouchers
Music Sponsor - $6,000
Covers the cost of performers, stage, and sound equipment. You’ll help create an unforgettable atmosphere, celebrating local talent and community through music!
Kid's Corner Sponsor - $3,000
By providing the funding for the arts, crafts, gaming truck, imaginary playground, face painting, and lunch, you’ll ensure a fun and engaging experience for all ages!
Back to School Sponsor - $3,000
Covers 200 backpacks filled with free school supplies, equipping children with the tools they need to succeed academically so that they can start the year off with confidence!
Health Food Sponsor - $3,000
Covers 200 bags of free groceries, ensuring that families in the community have access to healthy food options and promoting wellness in a designated food desert.
Resource Sponsor - $100
Help make equipment rentals, festival t-shirts, water, and supplies possible! Sponsors will be thanked on our website, social media, and other materials.
Thank you to our Resource Sponsors:
Susannah Kolstad
Maria Wawer
Wiz Cook
Elizabeth Borris
Deborah Doering
About ResFest
📍 Where is it held?
German Park, next to St. Francis Neighborhood Center, located at 2405 Linden Ave, Baltimore MD, 21217.
🫱🏼🫲🏽 Who hosts ResFest?
ResFest is hosted by St. Francis Neighborhood Center in partnership with the Friends of German Park, Reservoir Hill Improvement Council, and Beth Am Synagogue. This is the festival's 19th year!
🎤 Who is performing?
This year's performers will include the Love Groove Band, Clarence Ward III, the Edward Hrybyk Quartet, Moving History, and DJ TNT. More details on our performers below!
❓ How can I get involved?
You can attend the festival for free, volunteer to help run the event, or become a sponsor! We are no longer accepting vendor applications at this time.
We also are actively seeking school supply donations for our annual backpack giveaway! Drop off supplies in-person or purchase online via our wish list by August 12th!
🪧 Overall Event Contact:
Angela Miller, Community Engagement Manager
angela@stfranciscenter.org
Musical Lineup
Master of Ceremonies - DJ TNT
11:30 AM - Edward Hrybyk Quartet
Ed Hrybyk is an upright and electric bassist, composer, arranger, and educator emerging from Baltimore, Maryland.
August 2018 marked the public release of Ed Hrybyk’s debut album of original compositions entitled, “Bright Moments.” The album, recorded at Baltimore's Heartwood Sound Studios, features a cast of all local musicians. Ed received the Maryland State Arts Council’s Individual Artist Award in 2019 for his composition “Stuck.”
The Covid-19 pandemic of 2020 prompted Hrybyk to present two outdoor public music series: The Charm City Porch Concerts and The Baltimore Pop-Up Jazz Jam. These free events continue to occur every week in a different neighborhood from about March to December.
In 2022, Ed was named Baltimore’s Jazz Hero by the Jazz Journalists Association of America for his efforts to continue live music in Baltimore during the pandemic. Ed was most recently named a 2023 Game Changer by Baltimore Magazine.
1:00 PM - Moving History
Moving History teaches the story of African American people through kinetic engagements. The cultural heritage of Black Americans is explored through culinary education, instrumental and vocal music exploration, and movement activities for youth and adults.
2:15 PM - Love Groove Band
Delroy Gaither (Drums), Jasmyn Toon (Percussion), John Tyler (Guitar), Lady Agelos (Vocals), Will Hazlehurst (Bass), Emmanuel Byrd (Piano), Eugene Chapman (Saxophone)
3:15 PM - Clarence Ward III
Considered by many to be the heart and soul of Baltimore’s jazz scene, multi-instrumentalist Clarence Ward III pours his passion and complex emotions into every note he plays. Whether it's the crisp, agile wail of his trumpet, the sultry warmth of his flugelhorn, or the playful sincerity of his saxophone, his music captivates listeners, ensnaring them in a web of hope and honesty. As a major influencer in shaping Baltimore's current jazz sound, Ward's courageous spirit places him at the forefront, championing jazz as a vital voice for contemporary times.