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Events Calendar

Throughout the year, Montgomery County’s towns, both large and small, offer special events with something for everyone. From the Sugarloaf Craft Festivals which showcase talented craft designers and fine artists to the annual Taste of Bethesda featuring scrumptious samplings from more than 50 restaurants, Montgomery County is a treasure-trove of fun.

Events

May 21, 2012

Documentary Photographs By Teru Kuwayama. Montgomery College. Takoma Park/Silver Spring Campus.

Monday, March 5, 2012 - Monday, May 21, 2012  |  Takoma Park/Silver Spring
8:00 AM to 4:00 PM

Humanitarian crises in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Kashmir, and Irag. Reception; Thursday, March 8, 6-8pm.

Humanitarian crises in Afghanistan, Pakistan, Kashmir, and Irag. Reception; Thursday, March 8, 6-8pm.
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presented by Cultural Arts Center

Montgomery College Arts
Cultural Arts Center
Takoma Park/Silver Spring, MD 20912
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Phone: 240-567-5775

Price: FREE

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Pinocchio

Thursday, April 12, 2012 - Sunday, June 3, 2012  |  Glen Echo
10:00 AM to 1:45 PM

Share the trials and tribulations of the little live puppet as he finds, in one adventure after another, that the easy way isnt always the right way. Show times: Thursdays…

Share the trials and tribulations of the little live puppet as he finds, in one adventure after another, that the easy way isnt always the right way. Show times: Thursdays and Fridays at 10 and 11:30 a.m.; Saturdays and Sundays at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m.; Wednesdays (May only!) at 11:30 a.m. Recommended: K " Grade 6. Running time: 45 minutes.
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presented by the Puppet Co.

the Puppet Co.
7300 MacArthur Blvd
Glen Echo, MD 20812
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Phone: 301-634-5380

Price: $10.00

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Creative Expressions in Oil

Monday, April 16, 2012 - Monday, June 4, 2012  |  Gaithersburg
10:00 AM to 12:30 PM

Newe and developing artists explore oil painting. Individual attention provided to improve student's skills and technique. Accomlished painter, Howard Cohen, will share fundamentals and theory. Supply list available at the…

Newe and developing artists explore oil painting. Individual attention provided to improve student's skills and technique. Accomlished painter, Howard Cohen, will share fundamentals and theory. Supply list available at the Arts Barn. Please bring supplies to first class. No class 5/28. Ages 14 to Adult.
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presented by Arts Barn

Arts Barn
311 Kent Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Phone: 301-258-6394

Price: $228 to $263

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Exhibit: “The Meaning of Hats”

Saturday, March 31, 2012 - Sunday, May 27, 2012  |  Rockville
12 PM to 4 PM

"Form, Function and Symbol: The Meaning of Hats" looks at the reasons we wear hats, in the past and the present, using Montgomery County residents as examples. Different styles, shapes…

"Form, Function and Symbol: The Meaning of Hats" looks at the reasons we wear hats, in the past and the present, using Montgomery County residents as examples. Different styles, shapes and colors of headwear can be used to create and maintain an identity, both personally and as part of a group. In this exhibit, hats of all varieties, as well as photos, tell the story of who we are and who we want to be.
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presented by Montgomery County Historical Society

Montgomery County Historical Society
The Beall-Dawson House
103 W. Montgomery Ave
Rockville, MD 20850
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Phone: 301-340-2825

Price: FREE to $5.00

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A Thing or Two

Wednesday, May 2, 2012 - Sunday, May 27, 2012  |  Silver Spring
12:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Recent intaglio and other works by Ellen Verdon Winkler.

Recent intaglio and other works by Ellen Verdon Winkler.
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presented by Ellen Verdon Winkler

Washington Printmakers Gallery
8230 Georgia Ave
Silver Spring, MD 20910
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Phone: 301-273-3660

Price: FREE

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Russian Folk Art

Monday, April 16, 2012 - Monday, May 21, 2012  |  Gaithersburg
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Original Russian folk art pieces and costumes will be exhibited for inspiration. Learn about the origin of the art, where it was created and the techniques used. Paint the tempera…

Original Russian folk art pieces and costumes will be exhibited for inspiration. Learn about the origin of the art, where it was created and the techniques used. Paint the tempera and watercolors, use pastel and pencils for drawings and learn about collages and mixed media and design costumes. Supply fee of $10 due the first class. Ages 5-10.
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presented by Arts Barn

Arts Barn
311 Kent Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Phone: 301-258-6394

Price: $78 to $90

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Russian Folk Art

Monday, April 16, 2012 - Monday, May 21, 2012  |  Gaithersburg
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Original Russian folk art pieces and costumes will be exhibited for inspiration. Learn about the origin of the art, where it was created and the techniques used. Paint with tempura…

Original Russian folk art pieces and costumes will be exhibited for inspiration. Learn about the origin of the art, where it was created and the techniques used. Paint with tempura and watercolors, use pastel and pencils for drawings and learn about collages and mixed media and design costumes. Supply fee of $10 due the first class. For ages 5-10.
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presented by Arts Barn

Arts Barn
311 Kent Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Phone: 301-258-6394

Price: $78 to $90

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Acting for the Camera (Ages 7-10)

Monday, April 23, 2012 - Monday, June 4, 2012  |  Glen Echo
4:00 PM to 5:00 PM

Whether you are new to acting or already a thespian, you are guaranteed to learn by working with the newest scripts from t.v. , film, and more in a fun…

Whether you are new to acting or already a thespian, you are guaranteed to learn by working with the newest scripts from t.v. , film, and more in a fun atmosphere. Taught by veteran commercial actress Stephanie Dorius, Acting for the Camera is an intensive study of the craft of acting for the large screen and the small. The class will cover terminology, auditions, expression, personalizing acting choices, breaking down scripts and audition copy and much more.
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presented by Adventure Theatre

Adventure Theatre
7300 MacArthur Blvd
Glen Echo, MD 20812
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Phone: 301-634-2268

Price: 145

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Acting One-OH-One! (Grades K-2)

Monday, April 23, 2012 - Monday, May 28, 2012  |  Glen Echo
4 PM to 6 PM

Take a journey through the process of acting in a theatrical production. A professional Teaching Artist and Director will guide participants using creative drama techniques through the basics of acting,…

Take a journey through the process of acting in a theatrical production. A professional Teaching Artist and Director will guide participants using creative drama techniques through the basics of acting, improvisation and character development which culminates with a one-act play presentation for family and friends. IMPORTANT NOTE: Every enrolled child will receive a role in the production; however role distribution is at sole discretion of the Director.
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presented by Adventure Theatre

Adventure Theatre
7300 MacArthur Blvd
Glen Echo, MD 20812
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Phone: 301-634-2268

Price: 145

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Fresh Off Broadway (Grades 2-5)

Tuesday, April 24, 2012 - Friday, June 8, 2012  |  Glen Echo
4 PM to 6 PM

This Spring, the kids get to choose! Cast members will select from popular Broadway hits from shows such as Shrek, Mary Poppins, Wicked, Legally Blonde, Hairspray and more and work…

This Spring, the kids get to choose! Cast members will select from popular Broadway hits from shows such as Shrek, Mary Poppins, Wicked, Legally Blonde, Hairspray and more and work as an ensemble to assemble them into a seamless musical revue show, starring themselves!
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presented by Adventure Theatre

Adventure Theatre
7300 MacArthur Blvd
Glen Echo, MD 20812
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Phone: 301-634-2268

Price: $300

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Drawing with Color

Monday, April 16, 2012 - Monday, June 4, 2012  |  Gaithersburg
7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

Building on basic drawing sills, this class uses a variety of mediums to bring still-life alive in full color. Explore mediums such as colored pencils, oil pastels and others to…

Building on basic drawing sills, this class uses a variety of mediums to bring still-life alive in full color. Explore mediums such as colored pencils, oil pastels and others to create pieces that reflect light, tone and texture. Akk skill levels are welcome. Supply list available at the Arts Barn. No class on 5/28. Ages 14 to Adult.
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presented by Arts Barn

Arts Barn
311 Kent Square Road
Gaithersburg, MD 20878
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Phone: 301-258-6394

Price: $182 to $$210

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Jeffrey Broussard & the Creole Cowboys

Monday, May 21, 2012  |  Rockville
7:30 PM to 9:30 PM

Jeffery Broussard & The Creole Cowboys features the accordion mastery and soulful vocals of front man Jeffery Broussard, from the legendary band, Zydeco Force. The band delivers great, pack-the-floor renditions…

Jeffery Broussard & The Creole Cowboys features the accordion mastery and soulful vocals of front man Jeffery Broussard, from the legendary band, Zydeco Force. The band delivers great, pack-the-floor renditions of Creole classics as well as their own brand of contemporary Zydeco. Come to dance, or just to listen and enjoy.
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presented by Institute of Musical Traditions

Institute of Musical Traditions
10701 Old Georgetown Rd
Rockville, MD 20852
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Phone: 301-754-3611

Price: $14 to $22

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