Community Events

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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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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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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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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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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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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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 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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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