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4 events,
Intro to Documentary Production
This hands-on class for new filmmakers focuses on how to plan, shoot and edit a short documentary. The class will introduce participants to visual storytelling by combining an interview with B-roll and still photos/archive images. The workshop will include hands-on experience with digital video cameras and the Adobe Premiere editing system. Camera equipment and access to a computer lab with ... Read More
Intro to Documentary Production
This hands-on class for new filmmakers focuses on how to plan, shoot and edit a short documentary. The class will introduce participants to visual storytelling by combining an interview with B-roll and still photos/archive images. The workshop will include hands-on experience with digital video cameras and the Adobe Premiere editing system. Camera equipment and access to a computer lab with ... Read More
Intro to Documentary Production
This hands-on class for new filmmakers focuses on how to plan, shoot and edit a short documentary. The class will introduce participants to visual storytelling by combining an interview with B-roll and still photos/archive images. The workshop will include hands-on experience with digital video cameras and the Adobe Premiere editing system. Camera equipment and access to a computer lab with ... Read More
Intro to Documentary Production
This hands-on class for new filmmakers focuses on how to plan, shoot and edit a short documentary. The class will introduce participants to visual storytelling by combining an interview with B-roll and still photos/archive images. The workshop will include hands-on experience with digital video cameras and the Adobe Premiere editing system. Camera equipment and access to a computer lab with ... Read More
5 events,
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Grab your friends for a battle of wits each week! Drink some beers, have a friendly competition, and win some prizes. Starts at 7:30pm every Tuesday.
6 events,
Never Grow Up: Playdates for 55+
Never Grow Up: Playdates for 55+
Come out and play at Montgomery Parks! Spend time outdoors sipping coffee/tea, playing games, sharing stories and laughs during a themed activity.
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with songs in MCPL's virtual branch! Join an hour-long free online class on Wednesdays in May, from 5-6pm For advanced learners of English listen to songs and learn words and idioms and have fun! Register here: https://mcpl.events/english-with-songs And check our events calendar for language learning and more! https://mcpl.link/events
5 events,
Mobile Food Distribution
Mobile Food Distribution
Drive-thru distribution of fresh produce and groceries from the Capital Area Food Bank; walk-ins also welcome. Distribution in parking lot behind church, entrance on First Avenue.
5 events,
Happy Hour on the Plaza: Cinco de Mayo & Salsa Night
Happy Hour on the Plaza: Cinco de Mayo & Salsa Night
Happy Hour was such fun last year, we’re bringing it back! Don’t miss these low-key Friday evening hang-outs to enjoy a drink, dance, and mingle. The events are free, with beverages and food to purchase (so don’t forget to bring a friend; furry friends welcome). RSVP is required. The first pour is on the house, with additional beverages and food ... Read More
9 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station Open House
Silver Spring B&O Railroad Station Open House
S.S. B&O R.R. Station Open House, Sat., 5/6/23, 10-2 P.M. FREE! 8100 Georgia Ave. at Sligo, S.S. 20910, 301-495-4915 10-2 P.M., Explore S.S.'s Historic Station, Step on Board All Ages: Family Friendly, Bring Your Inner-Child! Take a self-guided Tour outside and inside the vibrant Station. “Train Spot” under Station’s rear canopy! Locomotives Galore! Wave at the Engineers! Feel the Trains' ... Read More
Fort Reno Historic Exhibit Tour
Fort Reno Historic Exhibit Tour
An exhibit showcasing the history of Fort Reno, Reno City, and the Chesapeake House has been installed in the windows of Pepco's Harrison Substation Window Gallery. If you haven't seen it yet, take a few minutes to stop by and read about the history of the neighborhood. In April and May, historian Neil Flanagan and other neighborhood experts will provide ... Read More
Soulfull Springfest 2023
Soulfull Springfest 2023
Join us for a festive afternoon as we welcome spring with great music from DJ Aaron, fun surprises and of course, delicious food from Soulfull! We will be celebrating the volunteers and interns who have supported Main Street and helped to make this year such a great experience for our community! Admission is free and no registration is required. Bring ... Read More
Takoma Langley Crossroads Music & Food Festival
Takoma Langley Crossroads Music & Food Festival
The Crossroads Music and Food Festival is an outdoor street festival that celebrates the best of the Crossroads international community! It offers delicious world cuisine, a fantastic line-up of live music at the mainstage, Beer from our friends at Silver Branch Brewery, and a unique variety of craft vendors. We look forward to a fun, family friendly day of culture ... Read More
5 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
Punk the Capital – Film Screening and Discussion
Punk the Capital – Film Screening and Discussion
When punk rock erupted in Washington DC, it was a mighty convergence of powerful music, friendships, and clear minds. Punk the Capital situates DC punk in the larger history of the era. 5/7, 3pm Film screening and discussion with the makers of Punk the Capital, James June Schneider and Paul Bishow. When punk rock erupted in Washington DC, it was ... Read More
4 events,
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Grab your friends for a battle of wits each week! Drink some beers, have a friendly competition, and win some prizes. Starts at 7:30pm every Tuesday.
5 events,
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with songs in MCPL's virtual branch! Join an hour-long free online class on Wednesdays in May, from 5-6pm For advanced learners of English listen to songs and learn words and idioms and have fun! Register here: https://mcpl.events/english-with-songs And check our events calendar for language learning and more! https://mcpl.link/events
Dog Lovers Comedy Happy Hour & Stand Up Show
Dog Lovers Comedy Happy Hour & Stand Up Show
Improbable Comedy is returning to Bark Social to present the best doggone comedy show and happy hour. A night of laughs in a dog-friendly space. Did you miss our hilarious first show? Come on out! Feel free to come early, grab your seat, and purchase any food or drinks. Ticket holders will receive a BOGO discount on Bark Social wings, ... Read More
4 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
4 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
4 events,
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Grab your friends for a battle of wits each week! Drink some beers, have a friendly competition, and win some prizes. Starts at 7:30pm every Tuesday.
6 events,
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with songs in MCPL's virtual branch! Join an hour-long free online class on Wednesdays in May, from 5-6pm For advanced learners of English listen to songs and learn words and idioms and have fun! Register here: https://mcpl.events/english-with-songs And check our events calendar for language learning and more! https://mcpl.link/events
Montgomery College: You Belong Here! (Virtual) – MC @ the Library
Montgomery College: You Belong Here! (Virtual) – MC @ the Library
Join You Belong Here with MC @ the Libraries, a multilingual, virtual series to get all your questions about Montgomery College's programs and resources answered! May 17 (in English) REGISTER: https://mcpl.events/YBH-English MC offers programs for the whole family. Join us for an information session on Montgomery College's resources, programs, areas of study, degrees, professional certificates and licenses, and so MUCH ... Read More
The Originals All Native Comedy Show
The Originals All Native Comedy Show
A night of Native Comedy! Come enjoy our ALL NATIVE line-up where our First People get the last word. Featuring Gigi Modrich (Jicarilla Apache), Shea Vassar (Cherokee Nation), Jamar Hall (Navajo Nation) and Ixchel Hernandez (Nahua/Guxgatan) . Leave your stereotypes at home, acknowledge the land you're on, and enjoy an evening of comedy with a uniquely Original spin. Improbable Comedy ... Read More
4 events,
Ready to Roll: Bike to Work Day 2023
Ready to Roll: Bike to Work Day 2023
Bike to Work Day is Friday, May 19, 2023. Join us at over 100 pit stops in DC, MD, and VA for this FREE event for a fun and healthy way to start your day. The first 15,000 who register and attend at a pit stop receive a FREE T-shirt. Free giveaways, food, and beverages at participating locations, while supplies ... Read More
8 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
First Time Homebuyer Seminar
First Time Homebuyer Seminar
Wondering what it takes to buy your first home in this competitive market? Join Go Brent’s Debbie Gerald & Caliber Home Loans’ Branch Manager Ramez Fahmy. We’ll discuss the ins and outs of purchasing and financing your first home. Whether you are planning to buy your first home soon or thinking about it in the near future, this is the ... Read More
Urban Birdfest
Urban Birdfest
On Saturday, May 20, 10 am-1 pm, stop by Old Takoma Ace Hardware for our first-ever Urban Birdfest featuring crafts and activities, birding experts, plus great deals on bird supplies, giveaways, and more! Learn how to create a backyard bird sanctuary and attract and feed local birds. DIY bird feeders, bird house painting, and bird masks for the kids.
Cooking for Peace (Plant-Based Cooking & Talk)
Cooking for Peace (Plant-Based Cooking & Talk)
We all know the phrase you are what you eat, but we usually just think of the physical effects of food on our health. Come taste and learn to prepare plant-based recipes as we explore how food choices and food preparation affect our mental, spiritual, and physical well-being and the ethical impact on animals and the environment. This workshop includes ... Read More
Friendship Heights Makers Market & Street Festival
Friendship Heights Makers Market & Street Festival
The Friendship Heights Makers Market is returning this summer, bringing together two dozen creative vendors, prepared foods and neighborhood small businesses. Mark your calendars for May 20 to knock out your summer gift shopping while supporting local artisans and makers. Come early for giveaways for kids, and don’t miss the dance lessons and interactive fun. Stop by and shop from ... Read More
6 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
Crossroads Community Food Fair
Crossroads Community Food Fair
Stop by the Takoma Park Streetery on Sunday, May 21, for a day of delicious hyper-local food and community fun as the talented foodpreneurs of the TPSS Community Kitchen pop up along Laurel Avenue. Enjoy an incredible variety of sweet and savory eats and drinks from 15+ food businesses based in Takoma Park, including empanadas, Detroit-style pizza, burritos, tacos, pupusas, ... Read More
Yoga Nidra for Resilience
Yoga Nidra for Resilience
Take this opportunity to become more focused and relaxed while you increase clarity, creativity, and self-empowerment. You'll be guided through a series of steps to help you relax and allow the mind and body to rest while experiencing a state of spacious awareness. May 21, and June 25, 2023 5:00p – 6:00p Online via ZOOM – Recordings will be provided. ... Read More
Old Roots, New Routes: An Online Concert with Indigenous Artists Thea Hopkins (Massachusetts) and Jessie Lloyd (Australia)
Old Roots, New Routes: An Online Concert with Indigenous Artists Thea Hopkins (Massachusetts) and Jessie Lloyd (Australia)
Bridge thousands of years of history in a single online concert! On Sunday, May 21 at 7:30, The Folklore Society of Greater Washington presents singer/songwriters/cultural ambassadors Thea Hopkins and Jessie Lloyd in a program of Indigenous music from North America and Australia that evokes the distant past while addressing the hopes and anxieties of our present day.
3 events,
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Grab your friends for a battle of wits each week! Drink some beers, have a friendly competition, and win some prizes. Starts at 7:30pm every Tuesday.
5 events,
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with songs in MCPL's virtual branch! Join an hour-long free online class on Wednesdays in May, from 5-6pm For advanced learners of English listen to songs and learn words and idioms and have fun! Register here: https://mcpl.events/english-with-songs And check our events calendar for language learning and more! https://mcpl.link/events
Montgomery College: You Belong Here! (Virtual) (en español) – MC @ the Library
Montgomery College: You Belong Here! (Virtual) (en español) – MC @ the Library
Join You Belong Here with MC @ the Libraries, a multilingual, virtual series to get all your questions about Montgomery College's programs and resources answered! May 24 (in Espanol) REGISTER: https://mcpl.events/YBH-Espanol Durante esta charla virtual usted podrá hacer preguntas sobre los programas y recursos que ofrece Montgomery College. Nuevo: Podrá participar en esta charla a través de ZOOM. Para registrarse ... Read More
Drag Bingo at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Drag Bingo at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Grab your friends and dance along with some of the best Drag Queens in the DC area! Hosted by Emerald Star, come join us on the 4th Wednesday of every month for bingo game night. It's free to play, but you can still win prizes - all while drinking fresh, locally made beer.
3 events,
150th Anniversary of Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Metropolitan Branch
150th Anniversary of Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Metropolitan Branch
150th Anniversary of Baltimore & Ohio Railroad Metropolitan Branch! Jerry A. McCoy, SSHS President, Presents Free Talk With Power Point S.S. B&O R.R. Station, 8100 Ga Ave at Sligo, 5/25/23, Th, 7:30-9 PM 301-495-4915, Hosted by https://www.montgomerypreservation.org/ This FREE Power Point Talk will take place on Thursday, May 25, 2023 (the exact 150th anniversary of the full opening of the ... Read More
4 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
Family Fun Summer Kick-Off at Chevy Chase Library
Family Fun Summer Kick-Off at Chevy Chase Library
Join us outdoors with Montgomery County Recreation to learn this summer's upcoming programs, events, and new sites to visit in the county. Also, come enjoy a sweet treat with Clayboy’s Shave Ice, a perfect cool treat to start the summer! Supported by Friends of the Library, Montgomery County. Event date/time: Saturday, May 27, Noon-2:00pm Location: Chevy Chase Library, 8005 Connecticut ... Read More
2 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
1 event,
2 events,
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Tuesday Trivia at Denizens in Silver Spring!
Grab your friends for a battle of wits each week! Drink some beers, have a friendly competition, and win some prizes. Starts at 7:30pm every Tuesday.
3 events,
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with Songs for Advanced English Learners
Learn English with songs in MCPL's virtual branch! Join an hour-long free online class on Wednesdays in May, from 5-6pm For advanced learners of English listen to songs and learn words and idioms and have fun! Register here: https://mcpl.events/english-with-songs And check our events calendar for language learning and more! https://mcpl.link/events
Montgomery College: You Belong Here! (Virtual) (in Amharic)
Montgomery College: You Belong Here! (Virtual) (in Amharic)
Join You Belong Here with MC @ the Libraries, a multilingual, virtual series to get all your questions about Montgomery College's programs and resources answered! May 31 (in Amharic) REGISTER: https://mcpl.events/YBH-Amharic ስለ ሞንትጎመሪ ኮሌጅ ፕሮግራሞች ላለዎት ጥያቄዎች በሙሉ መልሱን ያግኙ Get all your questions about Montgomery College's programs and resources answered! NEW: You will need to be signed into Zoom ... Read More
7 events,
Washington Folk Festival
In its 41st year, the Washington Folk Festival returns to Glen Echo Park, MD on June 3 & 4 from 12 pm to 7pm each day with music of all kinds, participatory dance, a fine crafts market, and storytelling. Hosting more than 450 performers on 7 stages, the FREE festival celebrates the diverse American and international music styles to be ... Read More
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More
First Time Homebuyer Seminar (FREE – ONLINE)
First Time Homebuyer Seminar (FREE – ONLINE)
Wondering what it takes to buy your first home in this competitive market? Join Go Brent Realty's Debbie Gerald & George Mason Mortgage's Executive Vice President, Chad Loube. Saturday, June 3, 2023 — 10 am {ONLINE – Register for Link} We’ll discuss the ins and outs of purchasing and financing your first home. Whether you are planning to buy your ... Read More
Washington Folk Festival
Washington Folk Festival
In its 41st year, the Washington Folk Festival returns to Glen Echo Park, MD on June 3 & 4 from 12 pm to 7pm each day with music of all kinds, participatory dance, a fine crafts market, and storytelling. Hosting more than 450 performers on 7 stages, the FREE festival celebrates the diverse American and international music styles to be ... Read More
We Feed People – Movie and Meal Prep
We Feed People – Movie and Meal Prep
WE FEED PEOPLE, from OscarⓇ-winning director Ron Howard, spotlights renowned chef José Andrés and his nonprofit World Central Kitchen’s incredible mission and evolution over 12 years, from being a scrappy group of grassroots volunteers to becoming one of the most highly regarded humanitarian aid organizations in the disaster relief sector. Join us on Saturday afternoon, June 3rd from 1-4pm as ... Read More
American “Pops” Concert by NIH Community Orchestra & Chorus
American “Pops” Concert by NIH Community Orchestra & Chorus
Kick off summer with your ears open! This family-friendly "pops" concert features hissing "cats" and barking "dogs," plus familiar mid-century classics including an excerpt from Aaron Copland's Appalachian Spring. The NIH Community Chorus will perform a set of American songs, and the NIH Community Orchestra will salute Cole Porter in a fun medley, too! Free admission, donations accepted for NIH ... Read More
2 events,
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump ‘n Grind’s Analog Market
Bump 'n Grind is hosting a six month pop up series called Analog Market at our new project at 923 Gist Ave in Downtown Silver Spring! The series kicks off July 2nd, will be every Saturday and Sunday from 9am - 4pm through December. Analog Market is held in a two- story 1950's home, with a front garden and back patio, walking distance to Silver Spring ... Read More