Washington Revels World Story Time
Washington Revels 531 Dale Drive, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesJoin Washington Revels in celebrating the world through children's literature! This winter and spring, we're off on a multicultural adventure through legends, tales, and newly written stories from around the globe. Enjoy crafts, songs, snack, and more! Revels World Story Time is geared toward the 3- to 7-year-old age range, but all are welcome. Questions […]
Weekday Hike at Seneca Creek State Park
Seneca Creek State Park 11950 Clopper Road, Gaithersburg, MD, United StatesThis is a chance to get some fresh air and exercise in the middle of the day. Park staff will lead a group hike of between 1.5 and 2 miles, with frequent stops for nature sightings. The route varies with trail conditions, and will occasionally stay on pavement after heavy snow or rain. Meet at […]
Women of the World Art Exhibit Reception
Takoma Park Community Center 7500 Maple Ave, Takoma Park, MD, United States“Women of the World” is a new group exhibition with a diverse range of artwork exploring both the power and struggles of women around the world. The exhibition coincides with Women’s History Month. People can see the artwork at the free opening reception and meet the artists, including Sobia Ahmad, Omary Elliott, Olivia Tripp Morrow, […]
Panel: Voices of Segregation
Rockville Memorial Library 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville, MD, United StatesComing to the Table – Montgomery County (CTTT MoCo) friend Warren Crutchfield will introduce a panel of five men who grew up throughout the United States during the time of legal segregation. The experiences of men from Maryland, Washington D.C., Texas, California, and Virginia will be represented. There will be time for questions and conversation […]
Carpe Diem! Silver Spring Dance
Silver Spring Civic Building One Veterans Place, Silver Spring, United StatesOn the second Thursday of every month, enjoy the fun as well as the mental and physical health benefits of dancing with others! No experience required; each session starts at 7:00 p.m. with a 30-minute lesson, and then dances are “called” from 7:30-10:00 p.m. (this means the steps are called out loud so you can […]
Special Exhibit: Women in Transition
National Capital Trolley Museum 1313 Bonifant Road, Colesville, MD, United StatesCelebrating Women's History Month and beyond, the National Capital Trolley Museum is hosting the special exhibit, "Women in Transition." There is an admission fee; see the museum website for details.
Lecture: The Case for Open Space
Silver Spring Regional Office Building 8787 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring, MDIn this latest installment of the Montgomery County Parks' Speaker Series, Ed McMahon, Senior Resident Fellow at the Urban Land Institute will share insight into the economic, social and environmental impacts of parks and open space. Learn how parks increase long-term real estate value, but also how some of this value can be captured to mitigate […]
History Happy Hour: Politics in Film
Sandy Spring Museum 17901 Bentley Road, Sandy Spring, United StatesEvery generation gets the cinematic politicians that Hollywood wants it to see. Films, both fiction and documentary, are a fascinating chronicle of how we as a society feel about our nation and its government. How have they portrayed our government officials, from the town down, in good and bad economic times, war and peace, and […]
Orchid Festival at Brookside Gardens
Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Silver Spring, MD, United StatesThe Annual Friends of Brookside Gardens Orchid Show and Sale that is co-sponsored by the Rock Creek Orchid Club will take place at the Brookside Gardens Visitors Center on Saturday, March 16 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. and Sunday, March 17, from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. Attendees will have the opportunity to consult with orchid experts, enjoy vibrant […]
Lecture: Women’s History on the C&O Canal
Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center 11710 MacArthur Blvd, Potomac, United StatesCanal historian Karen Gray will discuss the vital role of women who worked on the C&O Canal.