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VisArts Exhibition - Deborah Grayson: Salt Eaters

Presented by VisArts

Aug 23

Oct 22

VisArts Exhibition - Deborah Grayson: Salt Eaters

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

August 23-October 22, 2023 Common Ground Gallery Using vernacular, ethnographic, and medical photographs from the early 20th century as source...

LYRICS TO GO

Presented by VisArts

Aug 30

Oct 29

LYRICS TO GO

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

August 30-October 29, 2023 Kaplan Gallery Curator’s Statement In acknowledgment of the 50th Anniversary of Hip-Hop, I’m thrilled to...

Sherlock Holmes and the American Problem

Presented by Arts Barn

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Sep 16

Oct 01

Sherlock Holmes and the American Problem

Presented by Arts Barn at Arts Barn

The year is 1887, the occasion is Queen Victoria’s Jubilee, and American performer Phoebe Anne Moses needs the help of the World’s Greatest...

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Impressions Workshop with Caroline MacKinnon

Presented by Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County

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Sep 30

Oct 21

Impressions Workshop with Caroline MacKinnon

Presented by Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County at Betty Mae Kramer Gallery and Music Room

Meet the Artist + Contribute to a Work of Art! Join local artist Caroline MacKinnon for a hands-on artmaking workshop on Saturday, September 30 or...

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Guitarist Dale Kavanagh

Presented by John E. Marlow Guitar Series

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Oct 01

Guitarist Dale Kavanagh

Presented by John E. Marlow Guitar Series at Cultural Arts Center-Montgomery College

Described as “a poet on the guitar where she has virtuosic command” (Rheinlandpfalz Zeitung), Canadian-born guitarist and composer Dale Kavanagh...

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Join the Jam

Presented by Riverworks Art Center

Ongoing

Join the Jam

Presented by Riverworks Art Center at Locals Farm Market

Brian Jamison hosts these Friday night jams at Locals Farm Market 5 - 8 pm. Bring your instruments, voice, or just come enjoy the music. Follow...

Takoma Park MOVES

Presented by Dance Exchange

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Ongoing

Takoma Park MOVES

Presented by Dance Exchange at Dance Exchange

Takoma Park MOVES is a class for everyone! Join Dance Exchange artists to move with a mix of families, professionals, and community members of all...

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Takoma Park Street Festival

Presented by City of Takoma Park, Maryland

Oct 01

Takoma Park Street Festival

Presented by City of Takoma Park, Maryland at Main Street Takoma

The popular Takoma Park Street Festival returns for its 42nd year of music, vendors, food and fun in Takoma Park. This year’s festival takes place...

Book Talk: One More War to Fight

Presented by Peerless Rockville

Oct 05

Book Talk: One More War to Fight

Presented by Peerless Rockville at Old Red Brick Courthouse

Join Peerless Rockville and Author Dr. Stephen A. Goldman for a presentation on his groundbreaking new book, One More War to Fight, about the...

Birdability Week Kick-Off Event

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Oct 15

Birdability Week Kick-Off Event

Presented by Montgomery Parks at Rays Meadow Local Park

People of all abilities and ages are invited to kick off Birdability Week with a fun-filled afternoon of birding activities. Discover the diverse...

Acoustics & Ales

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Nov 04

Acoustics & Ales

Presented by Montgomery Parks at North Four Corners Local Park

Wind down from your work week and join Montgomery Parks for an evening outdoor happy hour filled with live music, locally made craft beer, and food...

Artisan's Market

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

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Nov 11

Artisan's Market

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

With your favorite vendors who specialize in hand-crafted goods, jewelry, candles, and more, you can join us monthly for your handmade fix. Artisan's...

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Kids + Family

Not My Monkey

Presented by InterAct Story Theatre

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Sep 22

Oct 01

Not My Monkey

Presented by InterAct Story Theatre at Cultural Arts Center-Montgomery College

How do you solve a problem that affects everyone when no one wants to help? InterAct Story Theatre asks that question and more at the MC Cultural...

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Echo Arts Festival

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

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Oct 01

Echo Arts Festival

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture at Glen Echo Park

This FREE festival will include: • live music • dance and movement programs • art galleries • open studios • art demonstrations •...

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"Not My Monkey" kicks-off Season Nine of Wheaton Family Theatre Series with Encore Performance

Presented by InterAct Story Theatre

Oct 07 - 08

"Not My Monkey" kicks-off Season Nine of Wheaton Family Theatre Series with Encore Performance

Presented by InterAct Story Theatre at Highland Elementary School

Kicking-off Season 9 of the Wheaton Family Theatre Series with an encore perfromance! Everything's topsy-turvy under the big top in InterAct Story...

Halloween Eye Spy Trains

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Oct 07 - 29

Halloween Eye Spy Trains

Presented by Montgomery Parks at Wheaton Regional Park

Take a Halloween-themed ride aboard the miniature trains in Cabin John and Wheaton Regional Parks. Each rider is given an “Eye Spy” card with...

Halloween Eye Spy Trains at Cabin John Regional Park

Presented by Montgomery Parks

Oct 07 - 29

Halloween Eye Spy Trains at Cabin John Regional Park

Presented by Montgomery Parks at Cabin John Regional Park

Take a Halloween-themed ride aboard the miniature trains in Cabin John and Wheaton Regional Parks. Each rider is given an “Eye Spy” card with...

Artisan Market - Lil' Pumpkins Festival

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

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Oct 14

Artisan Market - Lil' Pumpkins Festival

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

The 4th Annual Lil' Pumpkins Festival at BlackRock Center for the Arts offers the Upcounty community a fun, free, and safe way to enjoy all kinds of...

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Spooky Dance Party!

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts

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Oct 14

Spooky Dance Party!

Presented by BlackRock Center for the Arts at BlackRock Center for the Arts

The Lil\' Pumpkins Festival at BlackRock Center for the Arts offers the Upcounty community a fun, free, and safe way to enjoy all kinds of spooky...

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Fish For A Cure & Shore Party

Presented by Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation

Nov 04

Fish For A Cure & Shore Party

Presented by Luminis Health Anne Arundel Medical Center Foundation at South Annapolis Yacht Centre

Mark your calendars for the 17th Annual Fish For A Cure (F4AC) Tournament, Paul C. Dettor Captain’s Challenge, and Shore Party on Saturday, Nov. 4,...

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Art

VisArts Exhibition - Stephanie Cobb: On Closeness

Presented by VisArts

Aug 07

Oct 29

VisArts Exhibition - Stephanie Cobb: On Closeness

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

August 7–October 29, 2023 355 POD Space Gallery VisArts’ 2023 Next Generation Fellow Stephanie Cobb’s vibrant paintings represent private...

VisArts Exhibition - Joana Stillwell: all the windows in my mother’s house

Presented by VisArts

Aug 23

Oct 22

VisArts Exhibition - Joana Stillwell: all the windows in my mother’s house

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

August 23-October 22, 2023 Gibbs Street Gallery As an artist and archivist, 2023 VisArts Studio Fellow Joana Stillwell is always thinking about...

The Trawick Prize: Bethesda Contemporary Art Awards

Presented by Bethesda Urban Partnership

Sep 07

Oct 01

The Trawick Prize: Bethesda Contemporary Art Awards

Presented by Bethesda Urban Partnership at Gallery B

Eight regional artists have been selected as finalists for The Trawick Prize: Bethesda Contemporary Art Awards, a juried competition and exhibition...

Reni Gower's GeoMATRIX: A Perfect Proof

Presented by VisArts

Sep 08

Oct 29

Reni Gower's GeoMATRIX: A Perfect Proof

Presented by VisArts at VisArts

September 8–October 29, 2023 Concourse Gallery Artist’s Statement My artwork recognizes geometric perfection (sacred geometry) as the matrix of...

ELEVATION Solo Exhibit by Vian Borchert

Presented by The Framer's Choice Gallery

Sep 11

Oct 31

ELEVATION Solo Exhibit by Vian Borchert

Presented by The Framer's Choice Gallery at The Framer's Choice Gallery

In the solo exhibition titled “Elevation”, noted artist, Vian Borchert, presents new paintings that embody a sense of elevated elements through...

Drawing and Painting

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture

Sep 17

Nov 12

Drawing and Painting

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture at Yellow Barn Studio at Glen Echo Park

An introductory class, learn the fundamentals of drawing and painting in a positive and supportive environment! Beginning with proportion,...

Introduction to Portrait Painting from Life

Presented by Art Glass Center at Glen Echo

Sep 21

Nov 09

Introduction to Portrait Painting from Life

Presented by Art Glass Center at Glen Echo at Yellow Barn Studio at Glen Echo Park

Draw and paint like the masters! Working from a live model, we will explore form, structure, anatomy and proportion. Beginning to advanced students....

Alla Prima Still Life and Landscape Oil Painting

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture and Friends of the Yellow Barn

Sep 28

Nov 16

Alla Prima Still Life and Landscape Oil Painting

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture and Friends of the Yellow Barn at Yellow Barn Studio at Glen Echo Park

Experience the power of warms and cools, complementary color, simplifying, loosening brushwork, and elements of design. There will be a strong...

Still Life Oil Painting

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture and Friends of the Yellow Barn

Sep 29

Nov 17

Still Life Oil Painting

Presented by Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture and Friends of the Yellow Barn at Online/Virtual Space

Photo reference will be provided before the class. Register for this class at...

Composition with James Vissari

Presented by Riverworks Art Center

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Oct 01

Nov 05

Composition with James Vissari

Presented by Riverworks Art Center at Riverworks Art Center Studios at Alden Farms

Learn to describe the arrangement of the visual elements in a painting or other artwork. Learn how the elements of art and design—line, shape,...

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Music

Intermediate Voice for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 11

Dec 18

Intermediate Voice for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

This class is designed for more experienced singers and those who have taken Introduction to Singing for Adults and want continued refinement of...

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Introduction to Singing for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 11

Dec 18

Introduction to Singing for Adults Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Yes, you can sing! It’s never too late to learn! In a group setting, enjoy learning ways to warm up your voice for the best sound, range, and vocal...

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Sparks! Vocal Ensemble

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 11

Dec 18

Sparks! Vocal Ensemble

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Ignite the musical spark in your child. The Washington Conservatory’s performing ensemble teaches age-appropriate vocal techniques for proper...

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Washington Conservatory Community Chorus

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 12

Dec 19

Washington Conservatory Community Chorus

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Love to sing? Join our new no-audition community chorus - everyone is welcome! Note-reading is not required. Sing in four-part harmony, music from...

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Let's Sing! Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 12

Dec 19

Let's Sing! Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Become a singing star! Learn songs from popular films and other genres while having fun learning to breathe and care for the young voice and...

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Intermediate Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 13

Dec 20

Intermediate Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

This class is designed for more experienced violin students and those who have taken Introductory Irish Fiddle who want to continue their studies and...

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Introductory Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 13

Dec 20

Introductory Irish Fiddle Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

For adult violinists who are interested in learning more about traditional Irish fiddling. Explore various rhythms and tune types, experiment with...

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Drumming for Kids Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 16

Jan 06

Drumming for Kids Music Class

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

Rhythm is the heartbeat of music in every country. Have fun playing drums with your hands and with sticks. From Africa to Latin America to New York...

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Conservatory Kids Levels 1 & 2 Combined Music Class (Ages 18 months - 5 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 16

Jan 06

Conservatory Kids Levels 1 & 2 Combined Music Class (Ages 18 months - 5 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

For caregiver and child (ages 18 months - 5 years). Perfect for siblings. Sing, clap, dance, play to music of all styles: movie, classical, popular...

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Conservatory Kids Level 1 Music Class (Ages 1 - 3 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music

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Sep 16

Jan 06

Conservatory Kids Level 1 Music Class (Ages 1 - 3 years)

Presented by Washington Conservatory of Music at Washington Conservatory of Music - Glen Echo Park

For caregiver and child (ages 1 - 3 years). Tap into your child’s magical sense of wonder. Our youngest musicians will enjoy singing, moving, and...

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Theatre

You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown

Presented by Adventure Theatre MTC

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Sep 21

Oct 29

You're A Good Man, Charlie Brown

Presented by Adventure Theatre MTC at Adventure Theatre MTC

September 21 – October 29, 2023 Based on The Comic Strip Peanuts by Charles M. Schulz Book, Music, and Lyrics by Clark Gesner Additional Dialogue...

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Rockville Little Theatre presents “Communicating Doors”

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre

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Sep 22

Oct 01

Rockville Little Theatre presents “Communicating Doors”

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Description: 6 performances | September 22, 23, 29 & 30 at 8pm | September 24 and October 1 at 2pm This comedy-thriller features a London call girl...

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The Brothers Paranormal

Presented by Olney Theatre Center

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Sep 27

Oct 29

The Brothers Paranormal

Presented by Olney Theatre Center at Olney Theatre Center

Prepare to be thrilled, chilled, and moved! For Halloween, Olney Theatre is home to a modern horror story of family, migration, and the spirits...

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Monstress

Presented by Flying V Theatre

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Oct 19 - 28

Monstress

Presented by Flying V Theatre at Silver Spring Black Box Theatre

“You’ve been invited to an exhibition viewing of the Manananggal - a Filipino vampire. We’re required to tell you that the exhibit is perfectly...

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A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder

Presented by Arts Barn

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Oct 20 - 29

A Gentleman's Guide to Love and Murder

Presented by Arts Barn at Arts Barn

Charming and ambitious, Monty Navarro is in line for an earldom in the lofty D'Ysquith family. Eighth in line, that is. With a few tricks up his...

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Brian Stokes Mitchell

Presented by Strathmore

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Oct 21

Brian Stokes Mitchell

Presented by Strathmore at Music Center at Strathmore

Two-time Tony Award winner Brian Stokes Mitchell, dubbed “the last leading man” by The New York Times, has enjoyed a career spanning Broadway,...

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Rockville Musical Theatre presents 'Young Frankenstein'

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre

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Oct 27

Nov 12

Rockville Musical Theatre presents 'Young Frankenstein'

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

8 Performances | October 27 & 28 and November 3, 4, 10 & 11 at 8pm | November 5 & 12 at 2pm Frederick Frankenstein reluctantly inherits...

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Armenian Relief Society and Voice Of Armenians TVNY present Artsakh's “Three Apples Fell from the Sky”

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre

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Oct 29

Armenian Relief Society and Voice Of Armenians TVNY present Artsakh's “Three Apples Fell from the Sky”

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Armenian Relief Society and Voice Of Armenians TVNY present Artsakh's “Three Apples Fell from the Sky” 1 Performance Only | Sunday, October 29 at...

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Murder at the Mansion presents "Polter-Heist"

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre

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Nov 03 - 05

Murder at the Mansion presents "Polter-Heist"

Presented by Fitzgerald Theatre at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre

Murder at the Mansion presents "Polter-Heist" 4 performances | November 3 & 4 at 8pm | November 4 & 5 at 2pm by Tony Schwartz & Marylou...

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Hazardous Materials

Presented by Perisphere Theater

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Nov 03 - 18

Hazardous Materials

Presented by Perisphere Theater at The Writer's Center

In 1955, Esther and Lynley, two war widows with very different backgrounds form a relationship that runs afoul of the racial and sexual attitudes of...

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