Friday, December 14, 2012
Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.
Each week, Patch puts together a list of local activities and events going on in your area this weekend. Check back weekly and tell us in the comments if you know of any additional activities coming up. To submit an event in the Patch events calendar, click on “Events” at the top of the page and then click on the green "Add an event" button on the right side of the page. Waverly Street Gallery Holiday Exhibition of 24 Gallery Artists Mannheim Steamroller Christmas by Chip Davis Bohemian Caverns Jazz Orchestra Sweeney Todd at The Highwood Theatre Cresthaven Craft Fair Holly Trolleyfest Nutcracker Olney Ballet Theater A Christmas Carol: A Ghost Story of Christmas Miracle on 34th Street Festival of Lights Garden of Lights - Winter Walk-…
Friday, October 5, 2012
Check out these dates and times for the yearly spook.
Looking for an age-appropriate Halloween spook? The Halloween train is running through the Cabin John Regional Park on select dates in October. The not-so-scary event is advertised for children eight or younger, and includes children’s activities and movies. Tickets are $5 and can be purchased online at parkPASS.org or at the train station. Children age 2 and under ride free with a paying adult. The train runs from Cabin John Regional Park at 7410 Tuckerman Lane in Rockville every weekend this month. Hours are 3 to 8 p.m. on scheduled weeknights and 1 to 8 p.m. on Saturdays and Sundays, weather permitting. The park is also accepting donations to benefit Manna Food, including canned food and costume donations.
Thursday, October 4, 2012
Check out our picks for the weekend in Montgomery and Prince George’s counties.
Looking for a few fun things to do this weekend in and around the area? Look no further; our weekend planner is here. Flower Avenue Outdoor Market Where/When: 8809 Flower Ave., Silver Spring, MD, Saturday, Oct. 6, 9 a.m. Why go: To check out the great selection of antiques, art, collectibles, crafts, jewelry, home décor, clothing, accessories, books, gifts and all kinds of eye-opening finds. Price: Free. Urban Haunted House Where/When: 11840 Rockville Pike, Rockville, MD, Friday, Oct. 5, 7 p.m. Why Go: Explore the area’s first-ever fully indoor realistic bloody, bio-hazardous warehouse filled with attacking zombies, decaying bodies, vicious military men and much more. Price: $30. Meet with Master Gardeners Where/When: Brookside …
Friday, September 7, 2012
Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.
Silver Spring Jazz Festival Where: Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring Civic Building, One Veterans Plaza, Silver Spring, MD. When: Saturday, Sept. 8, 3:30 to 9 p.m. Description: Montgomery County's celebration of America's great art form, featuring prominent local talent and internationally renowned headliners. A wide variety of food will be available for purchase. Performances will be outside, so bring a blanket or chair. Price: Free. Annual Fish Fry Where: The Episcopal Church of the Transfiguration, 13925 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring, MD. When: Saturday, Sept. 8, at 1 p.m. Description: Dinner includes fish or chicken, choice of two sides and a drink. Sandwich includes fries and a drink. BSA Troop 144 will be washing cars to earn …
Friday, August 10, 2012
Looking for something exciting to do this weekend? Check out some of the fun things going on around town.
Montgomery County Fair Where: 16 Chestnut St., Gaithersburg. When: Aug. 10 through 18. Fridays: 3 p.m. to midnight. Saturdays and Sundays, 10 a.m. to midnight. Why go: Check out the largest agricultural county fair in Maryland; features farm animals, rides, food and entertainment. Price: $10. Children 11 and under are free. Kids Day: Costumes, Games and Family Fun Where: Briggs Chaney-Greencastle Farmers and Artisans’ Market in northeast Silver Spring, located at 3300 Briggs Chaney Rd. When: Saturday, Aug. 11, at 10 a.m. Why go: Tons of fun for the whole family! The festival will feature a costume parade, so wear a costume to be entered to win. Games, puzzles, activities, artists, face painting, a hula hoop contest and a watermelon-…
Friday, July 6, 2012
A tribute to James Brown, Alien Invaders, free fun and more.
ON STAGE Concert Series – Tribute to James Brown Where/When: Concert Pavilion, 31 S Summit Ave, Gaithersburg, MD 20877, Friday, July 6 and Saturday, July 7, 2012, 7 p.m. Concert begins at 8:45 p.m. Why to go: Olde Towne will be alive with music and family entertainment. Bring the whole family out for Friday Family Fun Nights. Events may be canceled or rescheduled due to weather or other circumstances. Call or visit the city's website to confirm. Pricing: FREE -- A Chorus Line Where/When: F. Scott Fitzgerald Theatre, Rockville Civic Center Park, 603 Edmonston Drive, Rockville, MD 20851. Fridays, July 6, 13, 20, 2012 at 8 p.m.; Saturdays, July 7, 14, 21,2012 at 8 p.m.; and Sundays, July 15, 22, at 2 p.m. Why to go: Presented by …
Friday, June 29, 2012
A roundup of regional events.
Each week Patch publishes a roundup of regional happenings. To get more news, sign up for the Germantown Patch newsletter. Here’s a sampling of events through Wednesday, July 4: Fireworks Blast Across the County MONTGOMERY COUNTY — Why drive into the District to see fireworks on Independence Day when you can crane your neck right here? Montgomery County is hosting displays at South Germantown Recreational Park in Boyds and at Albert Einstein High School in Kensington on Wednesday, July 4. The fireworks will start at around 9:15 p.m. There’s a list of regional fireworks shows on Potomac Patch. Tiger Sightings in Bethesda? BETHESDA — AT&T National Golf Tournament returns to Congressional Country Club this week, bringing 120 of the top PGA …
Thursday, June 21, 2012
Here are some fun things to do around town with the family this weekend.
Where/When: City Hall, 31 South Summit Avenue, Gaithersburg, Maryland 20877, 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m. Why to go: This market features food, artist and crafters, local businesses, flea market items and more! Pricing: FREE When/Where: June 23 & 24, 2012, Heritage Days are being celebrated at multiple times and in 33 locations. Why to Go: Each year, on the last weekend of June, Heritage Montgomery hosts its signature event – the annual Heritage Days Celebration. This two-day, free-of-charge, county-wide festival offers visitors an opportunity to sample numerous sites representing the history, culture, and natural beauty of Montgomery County. Pricing: FREE HERITAGE DAYS LOCATIONS/DETAILS: 1. Glen Echo Park Saturday and Sunday 7300 …
Thursday, June 14, 2012
A roundup of ways to stay busy in the greater North Potomac and Darnestown area this weekend.
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Thursday, June 14, 2012
Check out this roundup of events in the area this weekend: Who: Madison Chinese Dance Academy What: Splendid China 2012: Concert of Chinese Dance & Ballet Where: 51 Mannakee St., Rockville, MD When: 8 p.m., Saturday Price: $20 Who: Bethesda Big Train What: Baseball game When: 7:30-10 p.m., Saturday and Sunday Where: 10600 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, MD Price: $5, children 12 and under; $7 students and seniors; $9, adults. Who: Everyone. What: School House Rock! Live! at The Arts Barn When: 2 p.m., Saturday and Sunday Where: 311 Kent Square Road, North Potomac, MD Price: $18.00, $16 for Gaithersburg residents, $9 for children and students. Who: Everyone. What: Good Life Farm Stand When: 11:00 a.m. - 7 p.m., Friday - Sunday Where: Good Life …
Thursday, May 17, 2012
A roundup of happenings in the greater North Potomac and Darnestown area this weekend.
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Thursday, May 17, 2012
Who: Adults and toddlers. What: Parent & Tot Bargain Skate When: 10:15-11:15 a.m., Friday Where: 10610 Westlake Dr, Rockville, MD Price: $3.50 per toddler. Who: Families. What: Family Fishing Derby Where: 2600 Triadelphia Lake Rd, Brookeville, MD When: 9 a.m. - 12 p.m., Saturday Price: Free. Who: Parents, coaches, and athletes. What: Sports Legacy Institute (SLI) Advanced Concussion Training with Chris Nowinski Where: 10301 Apple Ridge Rd, Gaithersburg, MD When: 11 a.m. - 1 p.m., Saturday Price: Free. Who: Everyone. What: School House Rock! Live! at The Arts Barn When: 2 p.m., Saturday Where: 311 Kent Square Rd, North Potomac, MD Price: $18.00, $16 for Gaithersburg residents, $9 for children and students. Who: Everyone. What: Good Life …
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1:41 pm on Thursday, October 4, 2012
Here is one to add to the mix: Free tasting of wines from the Casa Larga winery in New York's Finger Lake region from 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm. at Fenwick Beer and Wine in Downtown Silver Spring. (Address: 1327 Fenwick Lane, Silver Spring, Md 20910) more ›