Upcoming Events

August 29, 2026
  • Ingrid & Mollie’s Jennie the Cat: Jennie’s Beach Day

    August 29, 2026  10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    It's Jennie the Cat's first time visiting the beach. She needs help learning how to pack and what to do when she gets there. Along the way she'll meet some new friends, practice sharing, and learn to be brave. This puppet show features soft hand puppets and original music, along with plenty of chances for the audience to sing and dance along! This Ingrid & Mollie show is made for the child within us all, and especially for ages 2-8.

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  • JAZZ in the WOODS at Homecrest House

    August 29, 2026  11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    14508 Homecrest Rd, Aspen Hill, MD 20906, USA

    Join us for Jazz in the Woods! Enjoy FREE live music, food for sale, raffles & community resources. All to support the Parkinson's Foundation.

    Welcome to JAZZ in the Woods!

    Join us at Homecrest House for a wonderful afternoon of live Jazz, community and fun as we come together in support for the Parkinson's Foundation. THIS EVENT IS FREE to enter and open to the community. Space and parking are limited, so advance registration is strongly encouraged through Eventbrite or by calling at 301-244-3579.

    ENJOY:

    Live Jazz entertainment, Food available for purchase, great community partners providing FREE wellness information and resources, Raffles and the opportunities to support a great cause.

    Come relax, enjoy the music, connect with local community partners, and spend a great afternoon with us!

    Proceeds from this event will benefit the Parkinson's Foundation. If you would like to make a donation and cannot join us please see link : https://secure.parkinson.org/site/TR/Champions-DIY/General?pg=personal&px=2288199&fr_id=6934

    We look forward to welcoming you to JAZZ in the WOODS at Homecrest House

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  • Back to School Block Party

    August 29, 2026  12:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    920 Ellsworth Dr, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Celebrate the start of a new school year with us at Downtown Silver Spring!

    Join us on Saturday, August 29 from 12:00–3:00 PM for a FREE, family-friendly Back-to-School Bash featuring raffle prizes, a special Marvel character appearance, a balloon artist, live DJ, activities, and more!

    Bring the whole family and enjoy an afternoon at Downtown Silver Spring as we get ready to kick off another great school year!

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  • Ingrid & Mollie’s Jennie the Cat: Jennie’s Beach Day

    August 29, 2026  12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    It's Jennie the Cat's first time visiting the beach. She needs help learning how to pack and what to do when she gets there. Along the way she'll meet some new friends, practice sharing, and learn to be brave. This puppet show features soft hand puppets and original music, along with plenty of chances for the audience to sing and dance along! This Ingrid & Mollie show is made for the child within us all, and especially for ages 2-8.

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  • MoCo Folk Festival

    August 29, 2026  12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Rockville Memorial Library, 21 Maryland Ave, Rockville, MD 20850, USA

    The Songwriters' Association of Washington and the Institute of Musical Traditions partners with MCPL to bring talented local songwriters to the Rockville Square stage.

    Join us for MoCo Folk Festival, a free afternoon celebrating the vibrant local music and songwriting community. From 12:00 to 5:00 PM on Saturday, August 29, the Rockville Memorial Library will host a day of live music in Rockville Town Square, just outside the library on the stage at 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD.

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  • Campfires at Black Hill

    August 29, 2026  6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
    Black Hill Discovery Center, 20926 Lake Ridge Dr, Boyds, MD 20841, USA

    There is nothing like being at a campfire under the stars. Join a naturalist for themed songs, stories, games, and of course, s’mores around a fire. Bring a blanket if it’s chilly. Meet at the campfire area by Shelter F on Parking Lot 3, in Black Hill Regional Park. Registration required for all attending. FOBH $6

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  • Summers at South Valley Park: Concert Series

    August 29, 2026  7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
    South Valley Park, 19003 Watkins Mill Rd, Montgomery Village, MD 20886, USA

    Signature Series and Community Series Concerts 
    Select Saturdays
    All Summer Long

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  • Glenn Leonard's Temptations Revue

    August 29, 2026  8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    Glenn Leonard’s Temptations Revue is the world’s most authentic and talented tribute to the original Temptations today! It’s a dynamic show with 5 vocalists that have all the choreography, personality, talent and style of the originals, including the legendary former lead tenor! Glenn Leonard served as their lead tenor from 1975-83, and recorded 10 albums with the group, including his signature Temptations version of “Silent Night,” which is one of the most played songs on the radio, worldwide, at Christmas time. Glenn also performed and recorded with all of the original members during the famed Temptations Reunion Tour in 1982.   Rounding out this dynamic lineup are Shelton Price, Melvin Franklin, Jr., former Atlantic Records recording artist Kareem Ali, and one of the most powerful voices in the business, Andre Jackson! All are longtime members of Glenn Leonard’s Temptations Revue! Glenn Leonard’s Temptations Revue, with their full band, perform all the hit songs that fans know and love!

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August 30, 2026
  • Takoma Park Farmers Market

    August 30, 2026  9:00 am - 1:00 pm
    Takoma Park, MD, USA

    Join us every Sunday behind the shops on Laurel Avenue (entrance 6931 Laurel Ave) in lovely historic, Takoma Park. You’ll find the freshest local, seasonal produce, breads, pasture raised meats, artisan cheese, eggs, baked goods and more from farms located within 125 miles of Takoma Park, MD. Each week, the market is a lively meeting place for residents and visitors.

    Location: In the Parking Lot behind the Shops on Laurel Ave, Takoma Park

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  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    August 30, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    August 30, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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  • Higher Vibes Market

    August 30, 2026  11:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Flying Buddha Studio, 814 W Diamond Ave Ste 100, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA

    Part wellness festival, part local market — discover Flying Buddha’s fitness and wellness offerings, support over 30 local creative makers and vendors, and help foster a healthier, more connected community — all in one place.

    • Browse local makers and artisans in our outdoor market
    • Treat yourself to mini-services (think Reiki, tarot reading, spiritwork, fairy hair)
    • Grab a bite from the food and drink vendors
    • Enter to win raffle prizes — a portion of which supports a local charity
    • Catch live demonstrations of everything Flying Buddha has to offer: aerial yoga, pole, aerial arts, yoga wall, and bungee.
    • Bring the kids for activities and crafts

    Cost: Free to attend

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  • Daf Drum Circle

    August 30, 2026  4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Sandy Spring Museum, 17901 Bentley Rd, Sandy Spring, MD 20860, USA

    Connect with other cultures through rhythm and drumming at Daf Drum Circle!

    Musician Jalal Kimia will introduce the Persian Daf hand-drumming tradition in an inclusive environment where people of any background and ability can meet, greet, and connect with each other through the Daf. 

    The Daf Circle is more than just a drumming program, it's an opportunity to generate and communicate positive energy, while also learning about the Daf in a social setting. This program presents a unique opportunity for people to get in touch with the Daf, and play and experience its magical sound. 

    Come experience the power of drum therapy! Everyone is welcome to come and express themselves regardless of their drumming experience. Bring a friend, bring two friends!

    Instruments will be provided. This program is appropriate for all ages. 

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September 3, 2026
  • Maryland Renters' and Homeowners' Tax Credit Programs

    September 3, 2026  1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
    Aspen Hill Library, 4407 Aspen Hill Rd, Rockville, MD 20853, USA

    Learn about Maryland's renters' and homeowners' tax credit programs, including how to apply. The renters' tax credit program helps renters get money back from the state. The homeowners' tax credit program helps homeowners with their property tax bill. This program made possible through a collaboration between Montgomery County Public Libraries and Economic Action Maryland Fund. Register for this free program today!

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September 4, 2026
  • Bethesda's Summer Concert Series

    September 4, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Woodmont Triangle, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Bethesda’s Summer Concert series features live music on the streets of Woodmont Triangle. Join us every Friday from 6-8pm for free outdoor concerts by some of the best bands in the DMV! Tables and chairs can fill up quickly, so be sure to arrive early to grab your seat. For the full summer lineup, please visit Bethesda.org.

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September 6, 2026
  • Dinosaur Park Comes to the Train Station

    September 6, 2026  10:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station, 8100 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Special Sunday event features Dinosaur Park from 11 am to 1 pm: Stop by the station to learn about Maryland dinosaurs from the paleontologists from Dinosaur Park! We welcome a pop-up museum courtesy of M-NCPPC, Department of Parks and Recreation.

    Ongoing Activities: Enjoy train spotting and waving at the engineers, a model layout, a toy train play set, photos and memorabilia of the railroad's glory days and historic Silver Spring, and more!

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  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    September 6, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    September 6, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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September 9, 2026
  • A Cappella Magic, featuring Reverb and special guest Daryl Davis

    September 9, 2026  1:30 pm - 3:00 pm
    F Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851, USA

    Join us for an afternoon of soul, Gospel, pop classics, and original songs. Sing along and dance if you like! This event is sponsored by AARP Maryland with additional support from The Village at Rockville. Please register at https://events.aarp.org/event/2714c13e-9b83-4118-b6ff-b2b1b4c0c7c6/summary or call AARP to register at 877-926-8300

    About Washington Metro Oasis: Our mission is to empower adults age 50+ to lead active, healthy, and enriched lives through a unique mix of lifelong learning, social, health and volunteer programs. You’ll find the full schedule of classes on our website OR you can contact us at 240-800-3745 or email washingtonmetro@oasisnet.org to request a printed catalog. Scholarships are available.

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September 10, 2026
  • New Member Welcome Coffee

    September 10, 2026  1:00 pm - 2:00 pm
    Washington Metro Oasis, 7125 Democracy Blvd, Bethesda, MD 20817, USA

    New to Oasis? Come join us for coffee, conversation, and a warm welcome! This casual meet-and-greet is the perfect chance to get to know fellow members, ask questions, and learn more about what Oasis has to offer. Please register at https://washington-metro.oasiseverywhere.org/product/new-member-welcome-coffee or call 240-800-3745 to register. 

    About Washington Metro Oasis: Our mission is to empower adults age 50+ to lead active, healthy, and enriched lives through a unique mix of lifelong learning, social, health, and volunteer programs. You’ll find the full schedule of classes on our website: https://washington-metro.oasisnet.org OR you can contact us at 240-800-3745 or email washingtonmetro@oasisnet.org to request a printed catalog. Scholarships are available.

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  • TUSK: The Ultimate Fleetwood Mac Tribute

    September 10, 2026  8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    Playing the hits and deep cuts spanning the career of Rock & Roll Hall Of Fame group Fleetwood Mac, Tusk has been crisscrossing the country since 2008 as The Classic Fleetwood Mac Tribute. Five pro musicians turned into masters of their trade through decades of individual music study, live performance, creative risk and devotion to the art. TUSK features note-perfect renditions of both the solo and full band songs, with each member specializing in one of the core lineup of Fleetwood Mac (Lindsey Buckingham, Stevie Nicks, Christine McVie, John McVie, and Mick Fleetwood). They possess an electric stage presence that can only come from well over a decade touring together. Truly the best at what they do, TUSK is unmatched in their tribute to one of the greatest bands of all time.

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September 11, 2026
  • Bethesda's Summer Concert Series

    September 11, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Woodmont Triangle, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Bethesda’s Summer Concert series features live music on the streets of Woodmont Triangle. Join us every Friday from 6-8pm for free outdoor concerts by some of the best bands in the DMV! Tables and chairs can fill up quickly, so be sure to arrive early to grab your seat. For the full summer lineup, please visit Bethesda.org.

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  • Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC: I Am America

    September 11, 2026  8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    Led by Artistic Director Thea Kano, the Gay Men’s Chorus of Washington, DC (GMCW) is now in its 45th season. GMCW sings to inspire equality and inclusion with musical performances and education promoting justice and dignity for all. GMCW has more than 250 singing members, three select ensembles, a dance company, a youth chorus, and an annual audience of more than 10,000 people.

    The Chorus and its ensembles keep a very busy schedule with more than 100 outreach performances each season. Past outreach performances have included the HRC National Dinner, performing live on NBC-TV’s The Today Show, an historic LGBTQ music and outreach tour in Ukraine, a first-ever tour by an LGBTQ+ chorus to Cuba, and a special concert in Reykjavik, Iceland. GMCW has performed for President and First Lady Obama, eight consecutive years at President and Dr. Biden’s residence, twice at the Kennedy Center Honors, and as part of the inaugural celebration for President Clinton. Since 2001, the Chorus has maintained a robust youth outreach program, GenOUT, and in 2015, launched the GenOUT Youth Chorus, the first LGBTQ+ and allied youth chorus in the DC metro area. Since its debut, more than 160 singers from 80 area schools have participated in GenOUT. GMCW is a member of Chorus America, the Gay and Lesbian Association of Choruses (GALA Choruses), and the Cultural Alliance of Washington.

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September 12, 2026
  • Storytime LIVE! @ Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg

    September 12, 2026  10:00 am - 12:00 pm
    15895 Gaither Dr, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    RSVP today for Storytime LIVE! at Kiddie Academy of Gaithersburg!

    This free and fun-filled event brings favorite stories and characters to life to the delight of children of all ages. Come and share the magic of literature with your children at Storytime LIVE! 

    Meet Mouse from If You Give a Mouse a Cookie!

    Through our Life Essentials curriculum and nationwide Storytime LIVE! events, we hope to encourage a love of reading in children and to show parents how to make reading fun for their whole family.
    This event is FREE and open to everyone, so bring a few friends! Please register on the event website to reserve your spot!

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  • Alfred Yun at the Silver Spring Jazz Festival

    September 12, 2026  4:15 pm - 4:50 pm
    Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Alfred Yun is a Korean-American jazz pianist and composer. His music is influenced by his upbringing in both Korea and the United States. You can hear influences ranging from jazz, hip hop, and K-Pop to traditional Korean music in Alfred Yun’s compositions.

    Alfred was honored to be chosen by the Music Center At Strathmore as an Artist-in-Residence for the 2023-2024 season. This includes featured concerts at Strathmore’s prestigious AMP club in January and participating in programs throughout the season. In 2026, Alfred Yun was selected to be part of the Jazz and Sonic Arts: Improvised Music Residency at the Banff Centre for Art and Creativity. 

    In 2025, Alfred Yun released his album, Voice and Phenomenon, which investigates the different ways we use the voice — gibberish, games, poems, singing, spoken word, laughter, and more. The album invites the listener into an intimate account of these disparate voices and sounds. It is the most personal and revealing work of his career. Voice and Phenomenon was listed on Capital Bop's Top DC Jazz Albums of 2025.

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  • 2nd Annual White Oak End of Summer Movie Night & Wellness Fair

    September 12, 2026  6:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Hillandale Park, 10615 New Hampshire Ave, Silver Spring, MD 20903, USA

    Friends of White Oak invites you to join us for our

    2nd Annual White Oak End of Summer Movie Night & Wellness Fair 
    Sat, Sept 12 - 6 pm - 10 pm 
    Hillandale Local Park in White Oak (New Hampshire Ave)

    Family-friendly! Free snacks, ice cream, and health screenings! 

    RSVP Today!!

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  • Better Off Dead

    September 12, 2026  8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
    Olney Theatre Center, 2001 Olney Sandy Spring Rd, Olney, MD 20832, USA

    Just like their heroes, no two concerts by Better Off Dead are ever the same. As one of the premiere Grateful Dead tribute bands, BOD delivers a unique show equally enjoyable by veteran Deadheads, casual fans, and those who are just Dead-curious. Capable of playing just about every song from the vast Dead catalog, BOD has brought audiences together at Olney Outdoors for years – and we’re thrilled to welcome them back again.

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September 13, 2026
  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    September 13, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    September 13, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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  • Silver Spring Arts & Crafts End Of Summer Celebration

    September 13, 2026  2:00 pm - 7:00 pm
    Veterans Plaza, 1 Veterans Pl, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Close out the season in style at the Silver Spring End of Summer Celebration, a lively cultural festival bringing together art, food, music, and community at Veterans Plaza.

    Enjoy an exciting afternoon filled with talented artisans and crafters, delicious food vendors, live performances, and a DJ keeping the energy high. From handcrafted goods to flavorful bites and joyful cultural vibes, this celebration is the perfect way to soak up the last days of summer with friends, family, and neighbors.

    What to Expect:
    • Artisans and crafters offering unique handmade goods
    • Food vendors serving flavorful bites
    • Live performances and DJ entertainment
    • A festive, community-centered outdoor experience
    📅 Sunday, September 13, 2026
    ⏰ 2:00 PM – 7:00 PM
    📍 Veterans Plaza
    📌 1 Veterans Place, Silver Spring, MD 20910
    FREE ADMISSION. PET FRIENDLY. RAIN OR SHINE EVENT.

    Bring your friends, family, and furry companions for a joyful celebration of culture, creativity, and community as we say goodbye to summer in Silver Spring.

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September 15, 2026
  • Work In Progress Screening - The Luthier: The Ballad of Amnon Weinstein

    September 15, 2026  7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
    Docs In Progress, 8560 Second Avenue, Entrance on, Apple Ave Suite 113, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Get a sneak peek at a near-completed feature film! This Work In Progress screening is a crucial test run for the filmmaker, who is looking for honest feedback from a fresh audience to see what works, and what needs a final polish before the picture lock. The filmmakers will be in attendance.

    WORK IN PROGRESS FILM:

    THE LUTHIER: The Ballad of Amnon Weinstein by Jon Adelman and Justin Toops

    The film explores lyrically a master craftsman’s lifelong dedication to restoring violins, including the world famous collection of Holocaust violins known as the Violins of Hope. The collection would become his passion, his obsession, and ultimately his legacy.

    ABOUT WORK IN PROGRESS SCREENINGS

    Launched in May 2004, the Work In Progress screening program is Docs In Progress' flagship initiative, inviting audiences directly into the creative process. By providing critical rough-cut feedback to more than 150 filmmakers, this program has fueled community connection and helped independent films cross the finish line. From these screenings, our alumni have catapulted onto the global stage, earning national broadcasts, headlining major festivals, and capturing prestigious accolades like the Peabody, Emmy, and spots on the Oscar Shortlist.

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September 18, 2026
  • National Capital Orchid Society International Show & Sale

    September 18, 2026  12:00 pm - 6:00 pm
    Montgomery County Fair, 501 Perry Pkwy, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, USA

    The 2026 NCOS International Orchid Show & Sale is one of the largest orchid shows and sales in the Northeast and Mid-Atlantic, bringing together 5,000 square feet of orchid displays, vendors and educational programming.

    The event features 21 vendors from the United States, Ecuador, Brazil, Taiwan, Canada, Thailand and Hawaii, along with AOS judging and daily educational presentations on orchid care and conservation.

    The Show & Sale runs Friday, September 18–Sunday, September 20 at its new home, the Montgomery County Fairgrounds in Gaithersburg, Maryland.

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  • Bethesda's Summer Concert Series

    September 18, 2026  6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
    Woodmont Triangle, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Bethesda’s Summer Concert series features live music on the streets of Woodmont Triangle. Join us every Friday from 6-8pm for free outdoor concerts by some of the best bands in the DMV! Tables and chairs can fill up quickly, so be sure to arrive early to grab your seat. For the full summer lineup, please visit Bethesda.org.

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September 19, 2026
  • Teddy Bear Clinic

    September 19, 2026  9:30 am - 11:30 am
    National Museum of Health and Medicine, 2500 Linden Ln, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Bring your favorite stuffed friend and explore the Teddy Bear Clinic at the National Museum of Health and Medicine with activities and crafts designed to highlight the body, physical fitness, and healthy habits. This family program is recommended for children in PreK – 2nd grade.

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  • Teddy Bear Clinic

    September 19, 2026  9:30 am - 11:30 am
    National Museum of Health and Medicine, 2500 Linden Ln, Silver Spring, MD 20910, USA

    Bring your favorite stuffed friend and explore the Teddy Bear Clinic at the National Museum of Health and Medicine with activities and crafts designed to highlight the body, physical fitness, and healthy habits. This family program is recommended for children in PreK – 2nd grade.

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  • Good Hope Union UMC’s Homecoming Bazaar and Community Health & Wellness Fair

    September 19, 2026  10:00 am - 3:00 pm
    Good Hope Union United Methodist Church, 14680 Good Hope Rd, Silver Spring, MD 20905, USA

    Join Good Hope Union United Methodist Church for our Homecoming Bazaar and Community Health & Wellness Fair on Saturday, September 19, 2026, 10 a.m.–3 p.m., at 14680 Good Hope Road, Silver Spring, MD 20905. This free, family-friendly day brings the community together for local vendors, food, music, children's activities, and free health screenings and resources from trusted partners including the Black Physicians & Healthcare Network, MedStar Montgomery, AARP Maryland, and the African American Health Program. Founded in 1870 by freed farmers, Good Hope Union is celebrating its 156th Homecoming season under the theme “Great Is Thy Faithfulness — 156 Years of Good Hope.” Come for the wellness, stay for the fellowship — everyone is welcome. Great is thy faithfulness!

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September 20, 2026
  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    September 20, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

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  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    September 20, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

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September 21, 2026
  • Eek! It's Art Time

    September 21, 2026  8:00 am - 9:00 am
    Kentlands Mansion, 320 Kent Square Rd, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA

    Halloween-inspired art on black canvas, using textured white spackle to form charming little ghosts. This beginner friendly workshop at Kentlands Mansion is the perfect way to welcome the cozy fall season.

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September 24, 2026
  • HR & Finance Walk Into a Bar, Maryland Edition

    September 24, 2026  2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
    Charley Chesapeake Chophouse & Bar (formerly Prime Foods), Washingtonian Center, Rio Lakefront, 9811 Washingtonian Blvd L9, Gaithersburg, MD 20878, USA

    HR & Finance Walk Into a Bar is a free event for Finance, HR and Payroll leaders, business owners and decision makers.

    Hosted by TydeCo, Sage and Ramp, the afternoon brings together expert speakers and real business stories around reporting, accountability and connected data.

    Guests can expect four courses with matching drinks, time to connect with other business leaders, and live magic throughout the afternoon.

    Attendance is free, but places are limited.

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September 27, 2026
  • Jog and Jam for Mental Health

    September 27, 2026  8:00 am - 12:00 pm
    Carderock Recreation Area, Potomac, MD 20854, USA

    The Nathaniel H. Pickett II Foundation will host Jog N Jam for Mental Health on Sunday, September 27, 2026, at the Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park – Carderock Recreation Area Pavilion in Potomac, Maryland (GPS: 38.9725215, -77.2001899). 

    The free community wellness event will promote mental health awareness, healthy lifestyles, and access to mental wellness information and resources.
    Registration and check-in begin at 8:00 a.m., followed by a guided yoga stretch and a 9:00 a.m. run start. Participants may walk or jog 10K, 5K, or 2.5K routes, making the event welcoming to a wide range of ages and fitness levels. Under the theme “Bigger. Better. Free!”, this year’s Jog N Jam will combine movement, music, and community engagement through live music, freestyle dancing, instructor-led line dancing, and family-friendly activities. More than a fitness event, Jog N Jam is designed to encourage open conversations about mental health while highlighting the connection between physical activity, social connection, and emotional well-being. The event also advances the Foundation’s ongoing “Growing Minds” initiative, which empowers individuals and communities through education, awareness, and engagement.

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  • 22nd Annual Bethesda Painting Awards Exhibition

    September 27, 2026  11:00 am - 4:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Eight painters have been selected as finalists for the Bethesda Painting Awards, a juried competition and exhibition produced by the Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District.

    Almost 500 artists from Maryland, Virginia and Washington, D.C. submitted work to the annual competition created to exclusively honor regional painters. The top prize winners will be announced on Wednesday, June, 3rd in a private reception. The Best in Show winner will be awarded $10,000; second place will be honored with $2,000 and third place will be awarded $1,000.

    The exhibit will be on display June 4 – June 28, 2026 at Gallery B, located at 7700 Wisconsin Avenue, Suite E, Bethesda, MD 20814.

    Gallery hours for the duration of the exhibit will be Thursday – Saturday, 12pm – 5pm; Sunday, 11am – 4pm.

    There will be a public opening reception on Friday, June 12 at 6pm. This event is free and open to the public.

    Gallery Page

  • Gallery B Presents "Color + Light, Part Two"

    September 27, 2026  11:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Gallery B, 7700 Wisconsin Ave E, Bethesda, MD 20814, USA

    Painters Kathleen Byrnes and Jennifer Howard exhibit their works at Gallery B in November 2025

    Kathleen Byrnes has taken to working plein aire, challenging her to work quickly and spontaneously. Byrnes uses the environment to infuse the canvas with mood and emotion. Working in predominantly oil, Byrnes has produced works that explore the light and structure of urban Washington DC, the Virginia and Maryland country side, as well as the inlets, bay, ocean and marshlands of Southern New Jersey. Jennifer Howard is a painter and graphic designer who has lived and worked in Washington, DC for over 37 years. Her paintings are about the moment, the immediacy of paint applied honestly, thickly and emotionally on canvas. She strives to convey a textural quality to the surface with layers of color and an emphasis on capturing light.

    The exhibition runs from November 6 – November 30. Gallery hours are Thursdays-Saturdays, 12-5pm, and Sundays 11am-2pm. The gallery will be closed November 27-28 for the Thanksgiving holiday.

    Gallery Page

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