Community Events Calendar – Month View

Step into a world bursting with color and wonder! Visitors to Brookside Gardens will be
welcomed by a stunning display of live butterflies from the Americas, Africa, and Asia.
Watch in awe as these beautiful insects flutter among vibrant flowers in the South Conservatory House. Join us to explore the amazing world of butterflies!

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The kids may be out of school but the learning continues with an interactive history lesson at Josiah Henson Museum and Park.

Admission, $6 for children and seniors, and $7 for adults. Tickets available onsite.

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Have you ever been curious about fusing glass? Come experience it first hand and make a small piece to hang in your window (or your wall) and one to give away to a child who attends Camp Erin, a weekend camp experience for grieving children that is sponsored by Caring Matters*.

The class will provide clear instruction about cutting and chopping glass to construct your piece, show some of the varieties of fused glasses and show you. A few experienced glass cutters will be on hand to help!

Both pieces will be available for view the following week after a kiln firing. You will pick which you want to keep and which you want to donate. If there is time, you may be able to do an additional donation. Because of the nature of the glass and limited tools, there will be an 8 person class limit. Ages 16+ are welcome to join!

Bring your curiosity and your creativity and let’s have fun!

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Artists & Makers Studios is pleased to once again host David Amoroso, this time for the month of April. The exhibit will run from March 31st through April 22nd, with a First Friday opening on April 3rd from 5-8pm. ICON-A-RAMA! highlights Pop Culture Icons who have inspired the artist through their courage, authenticity and rebellion. The Pop Culture Icons featured in ICON-A-RAMA! have set strong aspirational standards, motivated us, and shaped our values through their personal journeys, set-backs and triumphs.  They have faced unique battles which has helped to teach us all about courage, self-sacrifice, self-control and willpower. Some of the portraits featured in this collection honor Social Justice leaders and activists, while others reflect contemporary music and entertainment – – or superstars who are no longer with us. During difficult times, these individuals have provided hope and served as symbols of transformation and renewal.  ICON-A-RAMA! fosters community, drives social change, and offers a sense of belonging and hope. Ann Corbett will hang a mini-solo exhibit in the Lounge Gallery. Enjoy the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work. Open Studios building-wide will welcome visitors to visit and learn. Shop and support local working artists, makers, and professionals. Light fare generously sponsored each month by The Chesapeake Framing Company.

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*This show has multiple showtimes 

In this brand-new show, very young children will discover the beauty of the world during daytime and nighttime. They will watch–and help–Winnie and August work the “day shift:” waking the birds, putting dew in the grass, and baking fresh clouds; and the “night shift:” releasing the fireflies, shining the stars, and banishing nightmares. Using gentle, multi-sensory storytelling and incorporating audience participation.

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Mark your calendars for our annual Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5th, from 9:00-10:00AM. Registration will begin at 8:45AM. All kids from birth-5th grade are invited to participate. We ask that you please register in advance. Online registration will close on Sunday, March 29.

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Join us April 4th The Collection for a FREE Easter Celebration with the Easter Bunny, an Egg Hunt, Music, Treats, and fun for everyone!

Celebrate Easter at The Collection with a festive and family-friendly Easter Celebration on the Tiered Plaza. Guests are invited to enjoy a lively spring gathering filled with activities, treats, and memorable photo moments for all ages!

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🐰 Meet & Greet / Photos with The Easter Bunny
🥚 Easter egg hunt across the property and Tiered Plaza (baskets available on site)
🎨 Easter Paint Party art station
📸 Polaroid cameras available for candid photo moments
🎶 Live DJ entertainment
🧁 Catering by Junction Bakery

Bring the kids, invite your friends, and hop over for a morning filled with Easter fun, sweet treats, and springtime memories. 🐰🌸

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Hop on over to our annual Egg Hunt!

Join us for a day of fun as we search for colorful eggs hidden throughout the park! There will be games, music, balloon art, face painting and food.

There will be two waves for hunters:

Ages 3-6 (11:45am)
Ages 7-12 (12:30pm)

This event will held rain or shine!

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Mark your calendars for our annual Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 5th, from 9:00-10:00AM. Registration will begin at 8:45AM. All kids from birth-5th grade are invited to participate. We ask that you please register in advance. Online registration will close on Sunday, March 29.

Anoten en sus calendarios nuestra Búsqueda de Huevos anual el domingo 5 de abril, de 9:00 a 10:00 a. m. Las inscripciones comienzan a las 8:45 a. m. Todos los niños, desde recién nacidos hasta quinto grado, están invitados a participar. Les pedimos que se inscriban con anticipación. Las inscripciones en línea cierran el domingo 29 de marzo.

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Radici/Roots: Celebrating Italian Creativity in the USA Exhibition
March 30 – May 8, 2026 – open to the public
Meet the Artists Event: April 19, 2026, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM  – Free Event RSVP https://bit.ly/4rueNm8
Gallery Hours: 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m. Monday-Friday
Glenview Mansion, 603 Edmonston Dr, Rockville, MD 20851

The Italian-American Art Circle (IAAC) presents its first collective exhibition, Radici/Roots: Celebrating Italian Creativity in the USA, at Glenview Mansion Art Gallery in Rockville.
This exhibition project investigates the emotional dimension of contemporary Italian emigration — and, more broadly, the expatriate experience — bringing together eleven Italian-born artists now active in the United States: Federica Giove (PEGU), Andrea Limauro, Antonella Manganelli, Elisabetta Marmolo, Maria Elena Moioli, Elena Olivi, Isabella Panizzolo, Davide Prete, Alessandra Ricci, Giacomo Sannino, and Rita Tersio.

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Even in the most challenging times, children find a way to play. Join us as we celebrate playfulness through the centuries at the Josiah Henson Museum and Park!

History of Play activities will be held outside in our park and are free. To view the museum, admission is required: $6 seniors, $7/adults, $6/youth ages 6-17, Free for children 5 and under.

Parking for the Josiah Henson Museum and Park is located at 5900 Executive Blvd.

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Docs In Progress proudly presents the award winning film, Love Chaos Kin, a documentary by Chithra Jeyaram, as part of our Silver Screen Series. Join us on Thursday, April 9 at 7 PM at Docs In Progress for a special screening, followed by a post-screening Q&A with the filmmaker Chithra Jeyaram.

FILM SYNOPSIS
An unexpected pregnancy compels an Indian immigrant mother to help her adopted twin daughters reconnect with their White birth mother and estranged Native American father, exposing raw class divides while transforming their understanding of identity and belonging.

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Celebrate spring with us at our April Family Bingo Night. (What’s the point of bingo without a theme?) Bring a friend or come solo and enjoy a night of family-friendly fun and community. 

Bring your own dinner and we’ll supply water, dessert and prizes. Our sold-out February bingo night wiped us out of prizes, so they’ll be almost all new this time.

Doors open at 5:30 for dinner and mingling, and bingo will begin at 6:15. Each player needs a ticket — you’ll receive 10 cards per ticket, so we can play all night! 

All ages are welcome, so bring your family, friends and neighbors to enjoy a fun and friendly evening.

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Create beautiful door wreaths to hang at home or gift to a friend. Materials provided. Join the fun and be creative!

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District announces the 2026 Bethesda Film Fest. Five short documentary films have been selected by the esteemed panel of judges. The screenings will be held at 7pm on Friday, April 10th; and 7pm on Saturday, April 11th. All films are shown at both screenings and are followed by a discussion with the filmmakers. Tickets are $15.

The 2026 films are A Score in Absence, by Max Rykov; Bay to Baltimore by Camila De Ilhéus & Samantha Mitchell; Jacob Kainen: The Last Expression by Jon Gann; Kil & the Kids by Ethan Baker; and The Danger of Disclosure by Carolyn McCulley.

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The Bethesda Arts & Entertainment District announces the 2026 Bethesda Film Fest.  Five short documentary films have been selected by the esteemed panel of judges. The screenings will be held at 7pm on Friday, April 10th; and 7pm on Saturday, April 11th. All films are shown at both screenings, and are followed by a discussion with the filmmakers. Tickets are $15.

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Join us for stations for kids to explore activities that involve READING, WRITING, TALLKING, SINGING, and PLAYING. This program is for toddlers, preschoolers, and early elementary. No registration needed and siblings always welcome. Grown up supervision required.

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Artists & Makers Studios Hosts Spring Open Studios

(Rockville, MD) – Artists & Makers Studios is pleased to host Artist Open Studios on April 11th and 12th – part of a state-wide event from 10am to 5pm both days. The building-wide open studios will allow visitors to watch artists work, participate in demos, and to purchase handmade works of art. 13,000 sq ft of art, artists, and galleries – as well as members of the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild. In the galleries - ICON-A-RAMA! with David Amoroso who will be painting live during the two-day event, Ann Corbett’s mini-solo exhibit in the Lounge Gallery, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work for visitors. Shop and support local working artists, makers, and professionals. This tour is all about fostering community and connection among Maryland artists and current collectors, creating new art lovers, and showcasing the depth and breadth of the state’s incredible talent. Artist Open Studios, Inc. (AOS), a non-profit organization, is proud to host this annual event. We believe inviting the public into artists’ studios allows them to learn more about artists’ creative processes and provides an inspiring and enriching experience for everyone.

Spring Open Studios
10:00am – 5:00pm, April 11th and 12th, 2026
Artists & Makers Studios 
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artist April 11-12, 10:00am-5:00pm during Artist Open Studios – a statewide event

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

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Join us for the USG Open House on April 11 from 10AM–2PM! Explore bachelor’s and graduate programs, meet faculty and staff, attend info sessions, and tour campus—all in one place. Register today!
Located at the USG Campus - Building IV (Biomedical Sciences and Engineering Facility)
9631 Gudelsky Drive Rockville, Maryland 20850

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We'll have fun crafts and projects.

Let's use items found in nature and recycled items for our crafts and projects.

For ages 5-12

Tickets required, first come first served. Please pick up tickets at the front desk. Limited to 60 people. 

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Join Babies Born Healthy as we honor the spirit of
Black Maternal Health Week. Learn from leading
reproductive justice leaders, hear stories of the
highs and lows of birth, and create connections with various organizations in Montgomery County.

*Engage with county services and
programs
*Meet community partners
*Listen to maternal health experts
*Win prizes and giveaways:

This is a *FREE* EVENT

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Join us for a free dance workshop featuring the vibrant African rhythms from West Africa, the Caribbean, Europe, and the Americas with the brilliant Martha Peterson and her amazing crew of dancers, percussionists, and storytellers! Enjoy tours of the historic 19th-century log cabin. Bring the family for a day of fun!

Parking for the event will be at Reddy Branch Stream Valley Park, located at 19801 Georgia Avenue, Brookeville, MD 20833. An accessible shuttle will run between the Cabin and the parking lot throughout the event.

Oakley Cabin African American Museum and Park is open on the 2nd & 4th Saturdays, from 12 pm – 4 pm, April through October.

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Handmade books come in an exciting variety of colors, shapes and sizes. How they handle, what secrets they openly share or hide, what papers are used, all add to their unique character and style. Useful as journals, art platforms, keepsakes or a home for your very own stories. In this introductory book making class, we’ll make 3 different books to form an understanding of how some books are sewn (Pamphlet stitch book), glued (Lotus Book) and folded together (Concertina or Flag Book). On our journey, we’ll see how paper and its grain impact our books, and what tools we need.

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One of Olney Theatre Center’s community partners, the Sandy Spring Slave Museum, has developed extraordinary genealogy tools in its quest to document the rich heritage of African-American families in Montgomery County.

Because Appropriate deals in genealogy and legacy, we’re proud to welcome Sandy Spring Slave Museum back to lead a genealogy workshop led by historian and researcher Natalie Thomas. This session offers practical tools and databases to help you become a genealogy detective, connect with your roots, and begin building your family tree. This hands-on activity pairs beautifully with watching Appropriate, a play that delves into family dynamics and generational legacies—making it a fun and meaningful way to engage with the themes of the show.

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Join us for a LIVE tour of tonight’s sky followed by our NEW pre-recorded fulldome planetarium show, Forward to the Moon.

Kari Byron from Crash Test World and MythBusters launches us on a journey beyond the Earth towards a sustainable future in space. NASA’s 21st century Artemis program, named after the Greek moon goddess and twin of Apollo, is the next step in our mission to explore the universe and land the first woman and person of color on the surface of the Moon.

Produced by Fiske Planetarium in collaboration with TEND Studio with funding from NASA SSERVI and Lockheed Martin.

Pick up an MC Planetarium Loyalty Card to keep a record of your attendance and look forward to an award after 10 visits.

Parking:
Parking is available on Takoma Ave and in the employee parking lot off Takoma Ave.

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Join us under the 30 ft dome in the state-of-the-art Digistar planetarium for a LIVE tour of tonight’s night sky, including constellations, planets, and nebulas you can spot right here in Takoma Park. Then, explore beyond what our eyes can see by combining the power of electromagnetic radiation, enormous telescopes, and the planetarium theater to travel beyond our Solar System.

Your guide will be Erin Benitez, Planetarium Lab Coordinator, who will answer any of your questions after the presentation.

Pick up an MC Planetarium Loyalty Card to keep a record of your attendance and look forward to an award after 10 visits.

Parents must accompany children.

Parking:
On street parking is available on Takoma Avenue. Attendees may park in the employee lot next to the Leggett Bldg.

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This spring, unwind with Prose in the Park, a relaxing morning of books, coffee, music, and fresh air. Slow down, unplug, and spend a peaceful morning surrounded by nature and good stories.

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Artists & Makers Studios is pleased to host Artist Open Studios on April 11th and 12th – part of a state-wide event from 10am to 5pm both days. The building-wide open studios will allow visitors to watch artists work, participate in demos, and to purchase handmade works of art. 13,000 sq ft of art, artists, and galleries – as well as members of the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild. In the galleries – ICON-A-RAMA! with David Amoroso who will be painting live during the two-day event. Ann Corbett’s mini-solo exhibit will light up the Lounge Gallery, the Resident Artists in the Gallery Hall & the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work for visitors. Shop and support local working artists, makers, and professionals.

This tour is all about fostering community and connection among Maryland artists and current collectors, creating new art lovers, and showcasing the depth and breadth of the state’s incredible talent. 

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Artists & Makers Studios Hosts Spring Open Studios

(Rockville, MD) – Artists & Makers Studios is pleased to host Artist Open Studios on April 11th and 12th – part of a state-wide event from 10am to 5pm both days. The building-wide open studios will allow visitors to watch artists work, participate in demos, and to purchase handmade works of art. 13,000 sq ft of art, artists, and galleries – as well as members of the Potomac Fiber Arts Guild. In the galleries - ICON-A-RAMA! with David Amoroso who will be painting live during the two-day event, Ann Corbett’s mini-solo exhibit in the Lounge Gallery, the sculptural work of Francis Maduka Uduh in studio 11, along with nineteen Gallery 209 Member Artists exhibiting their latest work for visitors. Shop and support local working artists, makers, and professionals. This tour is all about fostering community and connection among Maryland artists and current collectors, creating new art lovers, and showcasing the depth and breadth of the state’s incredible talent. Artist Open Studios, Inc. (AOS), a non-profit organization, is proud to host this annual event. We believe inviting the public into artists’ studios allows them to learn more about artists’ creative processes and provides an inspiring and enriching experience for everyone.

Spring Open Studios
10:00am – 5:00pm, April 11th and 12th, 2026
Artists & Makers Studios 
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artist April 11-12, 10:00am-5:00pm during Artist Open Studios – a statewide event

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment.

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Join us at the Barn Dance, presented by Folklore Society of Greater Washington! This free fun-spirited event is suitable for all ages and ability levels. It features live music and a caller who teaches all the dances and keeps everyone moving to the music. Expect a variety of circles, squares, longways sets, contras, waltzes, and ceilidhs.

Gina Faber & Kirk Evans will be playing and Penelope Weinberger will be calling!

Families with pre-school kids, families with tweens and teens, grandparents, and everyone in-between will have a rollicking good time! Our intergenerational community is what makes this dance unique and fun. So grab a friend, your parents, your kids, and dance the afternoon away.

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Symphony of the Potomac is a community of musicians serving the Washington, DC area. 

Join us for an afternoon of music by four influential American composers. 

Spanning the late 1930s through 1950, our program highlights a remarkable era in American symphonic music, rich in lyricism, color, and expressive power. 

Violin soloist Er-Gene Kahng joins us in performing Price’s stunning Violin Concerto No. 1, alongside Copland’s vibrant Outdoor Overature, Walker’s deeply moving Lyric for Strings, and Piston’s dynamic Symphony No. 4.

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