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Joriah Kwamé became a viral TikTok star with his song "Little Miss Perfect," which garnered millions of views and launched this new musical with Broadway aspirations. High school kids are under a lot of pressure. Just ask Noelle, who has lived up to expectations of perfection her whole life, even as she's attempted to blend in as one of the few Black students at a predominantly white school. But now it's senior year, and a scholarship to Howard University is within her reach —if she can demonstrate leadership skills. With an irresistible mix of hip-hop, showtunes, and pop sounds, Little Miss Perfect distills Noelle's journey as she seeks to escape her small Midwestern town. Joriah's hit songs "Little Miss Perfect" and "Ordinary" feature prominently, and you'll be humming the new numbers - like "Black Girl Magic," "Malaya's Words," and "Legendary" by the time the curtain falls.

In association with Straighten Your Crown Productions, Inc.
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Joriah Kwamé
Music Supervisor & Music Director Patrick B. Phillips
Choreography by Chloe O. Davis
Directed by Zhailon Levingston

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"This dynamic musical adaptation of Rick Riordan's bestselling book opened on Broadway in 2019. When teenager Percy Jackson discovers he's a demigod, he and his friends embark on an epic journey to find Zeus' missing lightning bolt and prevent a war among the gods."
- Concord Theatricals 
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Join us for square dancing at Glen Echo Park! We'll start out with a square dance intro lesson for all skill levels from 2:45pm - 3pm. Then, caller Dave Hauver will lead a rousing square dance along with live music by Dakota Karper Trio! The band will play from 3pm - 5:30pm so get ready for big square dancing fun that still gets you home early.

No partner or special attire required. Shoes with backs are recommended (no flip flops).

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Joriah Kwamé became a viral TikTok star with his song "Little Miss Perfect," which garnered millions of views and launched this new musical with Broadway aspirations. High school kids are under a lot of pressure. Just ask Noelle, who has lived up to expectations of perfection her whole life, even as she's attempted to blend in as one of the few Black students at a predominantly white school. But now it's senior year, and a scholarship to Howard University is within her reach —if she can demonstrate leadership skills. With an irresistible mix of hip-hop, showtunes, and pop sounds, Little Miss Perfect distills Noelle's journey as she seeks to escape her small Midwestern town. Joriah's hit songs "Little Miss Perfect" and "Ordinary" feature prominently, and you'll be humming the new numbers - like "Black Girl Magic," "Malaya's Words," and "Legendary" by the time the curtain falls.

In association with Straighten Your Crown Productions, Inc.
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Joriah Kwamé
Music Supervisor & Music Director Patrick B. Phillips
Choreography by Chloe O. Davis
Directed by Zhailon Levingston

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Get ready to sing your heart out and show off your vocal skills at our Karaoke night - it's time to shine like a star!

Welcome to Karaoke night at Commas Food Hall! Get ready to showcase your singing talent and have a blast with friends every First Tuesday. Whether you're a seasoned performer or just looking to have fun, this event is perfect for all skill and ages. Join us for a night of music, laughter, and good vibes. Don't miss out on this opportunity to shine and make unforgettable memories. See you there!

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Joriah Kwamé became a viral TikTok star with his song "Little Miss Perfect," which garnered millions of views and launched this new musical with Broadway aspirations. High school kids are under a lot of pressure. Just ask Noelle, who has lived up to expectations of perfection her whole life, even as she's attempted to blend in as one of the few Black students at a predominantly white school. But now it's senior year, and a scholarship to Howard University is within her reach —if she can demonstrate leadership skills. With an irresistible mix of hip-hop, showtunes, and pop sounds, Little Miss Perfect distills Noelle's journey as she seeks to escape her small Midwestern town. Joriah's hit songs "Little Miss Perfect" and "Ordinary" feature prominently, and you'll be humming the new numbers - like "Black Girl Magic," "Malaya's Words," and "Legendary" by the time the curtain falls.

In association with Straighten Your Crown Productions, Inc.
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Joriah Kwamé
Music Supervisor & Music Director Patrick B. Phillips
Choreography by Chloe O. Davis
Directed by Zhailon Levingston

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Joriah Kwamé became a viral TikTok star with his song "Little Miss Perfect," which garnered millions of views and launched this new musical with Broadway aspirations. High school kids are under a lot of pressure. Just ask Noelle, who has lived up to expectations of perfection her whole life, even as she's attempted to blend in as one of the few Black students at a predominantly white school. But now it's senior year, and a scholarship to Howard University is within her reach —if she can demonstrate leadership skills. With an irresistible mix of hip-hop, showtunes, and pop sounds, Little Miss Perfect distills Noelle's journey as she seeks to escape her small Midwestern town. Joriah's hit songs "Little Miss Perfect" and "Ordinary" feature prominently, and you'll be humming the new numbers - like "Black Girl Magic," "Malaya's Words," and "Legendary" by the time the curtain falls.

In association with Straighten Your Crown Productions, Inc.
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Joriah Kwamé
Music Supervisor & Music Director Patrick B. Phillips
Choreography by Chloe O. Davis
Directed by Zhailon Levingston

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These 25-30-minute programs are designed to delight children of all ages and are filled with diverse stories and activities that promote and develop language skills and imagination. These programs encourage children to develop a lifelong love of reading and learning and introduce them to the culture of reading.​ Tickets will be handed out, first-come, first-served, at the information desk at 10:15.  Space is extremely limited.​ 


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If you just need a little boost, a bit of laughter or just a break from your daily routine stop by to meet a friendly canine! Therapy dogs are not service dogs. They are simply dogs trained to provide comfort, affection, and support to individuals in various settings such as schools, hospitals or nursing homes. All attendees must register. Minors must be accompanied by an adult.

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Gel printing is accessible and versatile and there are many ways to produce beautiful, distinctive art on paper! This relaxing but well-paced workshop includes an intro (or refresher for those who’ve printed before) to the basic steps of gel monotype printing, using layers of acrylic and the gelatin plate. Depending on the group’s interest, we will cover additional techniques such as:

- Creating your own stencils
- Oil pastel resist
- Multilayered patina/grunge textured effect

Students will take home a series of finished prints suitable for framing or incorporating into art projects.

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Artists & Makers Studios is Celebrating 11 Years!
“Focus Pocus: Macrophotography” with Rick Ruggles
Mini-Solo for Patricia de Poel Wilberg

(Rockville, MD) – Artists & Makers Studios is pleased to host Rick Ruggles for the month of March and A&M’s 11th anniversary celebration. The exhibit will run from March 4th through March 25th, with a First Friday opening on March 6th from 5-8pm. Aiming his eye at the small details in everyday life, Rick explores the sometimes magical, often mysterious beauty in his field of view. The subject matter is not always obvious, and often mysterious. The simplest frequently pedestrian textures & colors and shadows & patterns, are captured by smartphone, capable of yielding surprising depth and clarity, with the potential for larger scale presentation than viewers might expect. Rick is captivated by the remarkable mundane in daily life. Rust, corrosion, failing paint, street structure, botanicals- all seem to seek Rick’s eye. He captures images in ways that are abstract, sometimes surreal, usually challenging the viewer to identify the subjects. His love of wordplay guides his offbeat choices for titles, doubling his delight, and hopefully that of viewers as well. Patricia de Poel Wilberg 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.

Rick Ruggles “Focus Pocus: Macrophotography”
Mini-Solo for Patricia de Poel Wilberg
The 19 Member Artists of Gallery 209
The Sculptural Work of Francis Maduka Uduh

February Reception
5:00pm – 8:00pm, Friday, March 6th, 2026
Artists & Makers Studios
11810 Parklawn Drive, Suite 210
Rockville, MD 20852

Meet the Artist Saturday, March 21st, 12:00pm-3:00pm

Viewing hours are 10:00am – 4:00pm, Monday-Friday, Saturday 11:00am – 3:00pm, and Sundays by chance or appointment. Artists & Makers Studios on Parklawn Drive in Rockville, established in October of 2014 by artist and arts community builder Judith HeartSong, is a 13,000 sq. ft. facility is home to 87 artists, as well as student artists. Artists & Makers Studios – Oro Valley, AZ is a five-year-old jewel box location with talented Resident Artists, 3,575 sq. ft. of studios, galleries, and flex-classroom space. Newly constructed two-story 9,508 sq. ft. studio space in San Gabriel, CA for Artists & Makers Studios’ third location is two-thirds full now, with construction underway for the three-story 13,902 sq. ft. location in North Hollywood, CA projected to open in the third quarter of 2027. A&M Studios is dedicated to providing a supportive and vibrant environment for artists to realize their creative goals - through studio practice, collaboration, education, opportunities, networking and connecting with the community beyond our doors.

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Joriah Kwamé became a viral TikTok star with his song "Little Miss Perfect," which garnered millions of views and launched this new musical with Broadway aspirations. High school kids are under a lot of pressure. Just ask Noelle, who has lived up to expectations of perfection her whole life, even as she's attempted to blend in as one of the few Black students at a predominantly white school. But now it's senior year, and a scholarship to Howard University is within her reach —if she can demonstrate leadership skills. With an irresistible mix of hip-hop, showtunes, and pop sounds, Little Miss Perfect distills Noelle's journey as she seeks to escape her small Midwestern town. Joriah's hit songs "Little Miss Perfect" and "Ordinary" feature prominently, and you'll be humming the new numbers - like "Black Girl Magic," "Malaya's Words," and "Legendary" by the time the curtain falls.

In association with Straighten Your Crown Productions, Inc.
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Joriah Kwamé
Music Supervisor & Music Director Patrick B. Phillips
Choreography by Chloe O. Davis
Directed by Zhailon Levingston

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Cinderella dreams of rising beyond her circumstances to attend the royal ball. The Puppet Co.’s adaptation of this classic tale features 15 handmade rod puppets! Cinderella highlights the power of hope in this rags-to-riches story with lots of magical transformations.

Originated by the founding team of Allan Stevens, Christopher Piper, and MayField Piper in 1987.

Directed by Dillon Mitcham. Starring Jem Creutzer, Cate Ginsberg, and Miss Kitty. Swing Lillian Hall.

Recommended ages 5+. Run time approximately 45 minutes.

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The Kentlands Mansion invites you to experience the elegance and charm of our historic venue, while meeting one-on-one with wedding vendors who can help make your special day a dream come true.

Visit with photographers, event planners, musicians, and more. Come spend the day sampling delicious cuisine from the area’s finest caterers, enjoying music by various entertainers, and discovering the latest wedding trends.

Join us on Saturday, March 7th from Noon-4pm. Door prizes will be awarded randomly throughout the day to lucky brides and grooms.

Admission per person is $5 in advance. Reserve your spot today!

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Young Yeila dreams of being a superstar, but her lack of confidence gives her awful stage fright. With advice from her mother and mentors, Yeila begins her journey to find her roots, get confidence, and be amazing!

Travel with Yeila, who visits her grandmother in Cuba to add a salsa flavor to her own hip-hop style! The audience gets to dance along in this dynamic participation play where one actress creates three generations of lively women. Journey with Yeila as she discovers the fun of her multi-cultural heritage.

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Spend the afternoon at the library and watch the family superhero movie "The Incredibles."  While trying to lead a quiet suburban life, a family of undercover superheroes are forced into action to save the world.  Rated PG.  Popcorn will be provided, while supplies last.  

This program is a MoComCon 2025 lead-up event. #MoComCon Co-Sponsored by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County, Inc.

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Local artist J.D. Brayton will present “Ecumenical Oddities”, a solo art show at the beachKraft Gallery in Olney, MD, on view March 7 – March 28, 2025.

The beachKraft StudioGallery of Olney will host an Opening Reception for the artist on Saturday, March 7, 2026 from 5:00pm-7:00pm.

An associated Poetry Night event, featuring headlining poets, Richard Peabody and Edward Doyle-Gillespe, will be held on Thursday, March 12 from 8:00pm-10:00pm.

J.D. Brayton is a local artist in the Washington, D.C. metropolitan area working in mixed media and assemblage techniques. J.D. is also an accomplished musician and writer, he writes historical fiction, short stories and “Post-Gonzo Crime Pulp” novels including “The Clabber Grrrl’s Retreat” and “EYE SKIN”.

J.D. is a master of Venetian plaster Trompe-l’œil painting techniques and integrates this with primitive styles and found objects in his mixed media paintings, assemblage and functional artwork. His catalog of artworks includes paintings on both found-objects and traditional stretched canvas, assemblage pieces which integrate recycled and up-cycled elements with metal work and traditional painting. He also creates a series of functional storage trunks which combine Trompe-l’œil painting of inlay and Venetian plaster with metal tooling and other embellishment.

While J.D. has not had formal training and is self-taught as a visual artist, he regards art as “THE Temple,” and finds himself “constantly fascinated by the classic Arts”. However, he states that he does not “feel compulsion to join in the confines of perfect symmetry or orthodoxy,” noting that “it is not unusual for Artists to wander the earth filling their pockets and workshop with discarded objects, rusted auto parts or lids off soup cans. To the uninspired eye these broken things need to be thrown away, to an Artist they merely need to be included in a frozen moment of transmutation.” J.D. is inspired to create art because “tin can sing. Rust can breathe. “

J.D.‘s work communicates to the unique human experience informed by our contemporary surroundings, but appropriates and re-imagines themes from Classical Western art styles and content.

The beachKraft Gallery is excited to show a selection of paintings, assemblage and functional works throughout the month of March.

See J.D. Brayton‘s artwork at the gallery, Tuesday through Sunday, 12:30 PM to 7 PM.

An opening reception will be held for the artist on Saturday March 7, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM. Light refreshment will be available to guests.

An associated Poetry Night event, featuring headlining poets, Richard Peabody and Edward Doyle-Gillespe, will be held on Thursday, March 12 from 8:00pm-10:00pm.

Artist receptions at the gallery are always free to attend. Poetry night is free to attend. To be a presenting poet, email thebeachkraft@gmail.com with your proposal.

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The Award-Winning, 5 Star Comedy Show, The Magic Duel, live on stage at The Writer's Center. Amazing, funny and interactive.

Since 2016, this 5-star rated performance (Yelp, TripAdvisor, and Google) has wowed audiences with its charm and humor, earning hundreds of glowing reviews. Bring the whole family, and prepare to be fooled—badly!

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Joriah Kwamé became a viral TikTok star with his song "Little Miss Perfect," which garnered millions of views and launched this new musical with Broadway aspirations. High school kids are under a lot of pressure. Just ask Noelle, who has lived up to expectations of perfection her whole life, even as she's attempted to blend in as one of the few Black students at a predominantly white school. But now it's senior year, and a scholarship to Howard University is within her reach —if she can demonstrate leadership skills. With an irresistible mix of hip-hop, showtunes, and pop sounds, Little Miss Perfect distills Noelle's journey as she seeks to escape her small Midwestern town. Joriah's hit songs "Little Miss Perfect" and "Ordinary" feature prominently, and you'll be humming the new numbers - like "Black Girl Magic," "Malaya's Words," and "Legendary" by the time the curtain falls.

In association with Straighten Your Crown Productions, Inc.
Book, Music, and Lyrics by Joriah Kwamé
Music Supervisor & Music Director Patrick B. Phillips
Choreography by Chloe O. Davis
Directed by Zhailon Levingston

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Acclaimed cellist Tanya Anisimova welcomes spring with the music of Rachmaninoff and other gems from the Romantic era. Known for her emotionally charged performances, Anisimova is joined by renowned pianist Ilya Itin. Together, they present a program filled with music that evokes renewal, beauty, and the spirit of new beginnings. Join Anisimova and Itin for a powerful evening of Romantic masterpieces.

The Washington Post has described Anisimova as a “thoughtful and powerful” artist, providing “exceptional music-making” and possessing “spiritual authority”, as well as a composer of “deeply emotional” and “subtly mystical” music.

"Itin's is a rare and exciting artistry indeed... Poised, pure and ravishing in its range of colour, Itin's playing is a prime example of a superb technique put at the service of an inquiring and imaginative mind." - Daily Telegraph, London

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Silver Spring Ice Skating Rink in downtown Silver Spring, Maryland, is an outdoor rink located at Veterans Plaza, surrounded by shops, restaurants, and convenient parking, making it an easy spot for a winter outing.

We have over 400 pairs of ice hockey and figure skates available for rent, with sizes ranging from toddler 7 (for about a 2-year-old) up to adult 14. Double-blade skates are also available for toddlers in sizes 8 to 13.

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🗓 Open Studio:  March 8th | 11am – 3pm

Drop in anytime during Open Studio to craft something amazing! Choose from a wide variety of projects starting at just $15. Whether you're making a handmade gift or a DIY piece for your home, Open Studio is a relaxed and fun way to get creative!

✨ We’ve got something for everyone:

• Seasonal and everyday designs

• Kid-friendly projects

• Adult DIYs

• Great options for gifts or home decor

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It's International Women's Day! Join us for a fun opportunity to learn about the art of Yayoi Kusama and create an artwork inspired by her, as we celebrate women's History Month.

Art professor Michael Hilliard will bring to life the artwork of Yayoi Kusama after which participants will create their own multimedia artworks. REGISTRATION opens 2/22/2026. This program is limited to elementary age children; Kindergarten - 6th grade.

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