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Gan Shalom Winter Show Featuring THE GREAT ZUCCHINI by Natalie Salisbury, last updated: Dec 08, 2014 09:55 AM
For those with children in the DC area, SAVE THE DATE for a GREAT EVENT in support of a GREAT school! Join Gan Shalom Cooperative Preschool of DC on Sunday, December 14th from 3:00 - 4:00 pm at Results Gym on Capitol Hill for a performance by The GREAT Zucchini - Washington's funniest and most magical PRESCHOOL & KINDERGARTEN entertainer.
Orchester Prazevica Balkan Jazz Concert by admin, last updated: Dec 07, 2014 11:50 AM
Join us for an evening of live music, drinks and dancing with Orchester Prazevica (http://www.prazevica.com/). The band is known for its authentic and entertaining mix of folklore, jazz and dance music, captivating audiences in every sort of venue from upscale clubs to dives, jazz festivals to mosh pits, arts receptions to underground galleries. The musicians of the Orchester have played all over the world before convening in Baltimore and they put on a high-energy, highly dance-able show. Presale tickets are available for $10 each (plus an Eventbrite site fee) at: http://www.eventbrite.com/e/orchester-prazevica-concert-at-olive-branch-way-tickets-14310764883?aff=eac2 The event is produced by Olive Branch Way, the new production company at Oseh Shalom congregation in Laurel, Maryland.
Dance Benefit for Girls in Zambia by zumbamama, last updated: Dec 06, 2014 08:06 PM
Try Zambia's new dance fever and dance for a great cause!
Caring Santa by admin, last updated: Dec 04, 2014 11:54 AM
Caring Santa at Potomac Mills will provide children with special needs and their families with a sensory friendly environment to safely experience the time-honored tradition of visiting Santa Claus. Families will not have to wait in line, but will sign-in and be called when it is their turn. Children will be provided with complimentary coloring sheets while they wait. Caring Santa events have expanded from seven Simon malls in 2011 to over 100 Simon malls today, reflecting the positive impact of this unique program. In 2013, Simon and The Noerr Programs were honored by Community Gatepath, earning a Community Impact Award for their efforts in pioneering Caring Santa.
Free Pictures with Santa - Waterfront Church by admin, last updated: Dec 04, 2014 08:22 AM
Christmas is approaching, and we would like you to join us for an evening of good, clean fun! There will be free pictures with Santa Claus, stories with Mrs. Claus, blow-up jumpers for kids, Christmas cookies, hot cocoa, and more! Each family will receive one 5x7 photo by DCEvent Photo as well as a digital copy via email.
Destination North Holiday Celebration - North Bethesda Market by admin, last updated: Dec 03, 2014 02:29 PM
North Bethesda Market hosts its second annual “Destination North” a free, day-long holiday celebration of all things frozen, merry, and bright, Saturday, December 13, 2014, 12 noon to 4 p.m., on the Plaza.
Holiday Fiesta With Cambalache by National Geographic Pressroom, last updated: Dec 02, 2014 11:40 AM
Celebrate the holidays Veracruz-style with the festive rhythms and melodies of Cambalache. Based in East L.A., Cambalache (meaning “exchange”) has become a world music sensation playing the exciting son jarocho style from the southern Mexican state of Veracruz. For this special holiday dance party in the National Geographic Dining Hall, the group will play Mexican Christmas songs and teach us the fandango dance style—an energy-fused Latino tradition to jump-start your season!
Ocean Wild by National Geographic Pressroom, last updated: Dec 02, 2014 11:40 AM
Immerse yourself in the latest amazing stories from beneath the waves as a master underwater photographer reports on his most recent National Geographic assignments. Brian Skerry’s surprisingly intimate portraits of marine life have captured the imagination of a generation. From a fascinating look at dolphins’ intelligence to a profile of the enigmatic Bluefin tuna, Skerry’s camera illuminates long-held mysteries of the deep. Ocean Wild will also explore the netherworld of seamounts and journey through the interconnected ecosystems of the Mesoamerican Reef.
Sufferfest: 700 Miles of Pain and Glory by National Geographic Pressroom, last updated: Dec 02, 2014 11:39 AM
Earlier this year, famed climber Alex Honnold and climber/filmmaker Cedar Wright summited 45 rock towers, biked 700 miles through Colorado, New Mexico, Utah, and Arizona, and climbed and rappelled more than 12,000 vertical feet of rock. They called this agonizing journey and resulting film Sufferfest 2—the sequel to a previous biking-and-climbing adventure in California, their film of which was a hit at the Banff Mountain Film Festival. But this was suffering with a purpose: to support a $40,000 Navajo Solar Project funded by Honnold. Share the laughter and spare yourself the blisters and bruises as these two happy road warriors recount their latest adventure.
A Farm-to-Table Meal in Hubbard Hall by National Geographic Pressroom, last updated: Dec 02, 2014 11:39 AM
Join National Geographic head chef Matthew Crudder for a local, sustainable dinner in the historic Hubbard Hall, the first headquarters of the National Geographic Society. Inspired by the exhibition FOOD: Our Global Kitchen, this evening will feature a guided five-course meal with local wine, beer, and cider pairings. As you dine, Archivist Renee Braden will share the history of National Geographic and discuss its rich relationship with food. Must be 21 or older; ID required.
Ocean Soul-Student Matinee by National Geographic Pressroom, last updated: Dec 02, 2014 11:39 AM
Voyage across the oceans with one of National Geographic’s most seasoned photographers and discover a vast, hidden world beneath the waves. Using his camera to communicate, Brian Skerry has spent more than 10,000 hours underwater telling the oceans’ stories. His images celebrate the mystery of the depths, and offer portraits of creatures so intimate they sometimes appear to have been shot in a studio. Skerry dives eight months of the year, often in extreme conditions beneath Arctic ice or in predator-infested waters, and has even lived at the bottom of the sea to get close to his subjects. This past fall, National Geographic Books published Ocean Soul, a landmark retrospective of Skerry’s photographs. In the book and this presentation, Skerry takes us from the glacial waters of the North Atlantic, where harp seals face off with commercial hunters to the balmy central Pacific, where he photographed damaged coral ecosystems rebuilding themselves. On stage, Skerry is a passionate spokesman for the oceans he loves to photograph. His riveting presentations to audiences at TED, Harvard, and London’s Royal Geographic Society inspire reverence for the marine realm and offer hope for protecting the vitality of the world’s oceans. Recommended for grades 5–8.
Moya Brennan: An Irish Christmas by National Geographic Pressroom, last updated: Dec 02, 2014 11:39 AM
Celebrate an Emerald Isle holiday as Moya Brennan returns by popular demand with a new selection of musical gems for the season. After catapulting to fame as the voice of the renowned group Clannad, Moya Brennan has become one of the most recognizable voices in Irish music. Inspired and illustrated by photographs of Ireland taken by her husband, Tim Jarvis, at the time they first met, the show offers holiday tradition and a dash of romance. Become part of one of Nat Geo Live’s most enduring traditions and join us for a memorable evening of music and imagery. Special performance by the Culkin School of Traditional Irish Dance. Enjoy seasonal fare before the show for sale at the NGS Café.
Risk Takers: Pushing the Limits by National Geographic Pressroom, last updated: Dec 02, 2014 11:38 AM
Why do we do it? What makes an explorer face danger and yet press on when others would turn back? Inspired by an article in the September 2013 National Geographic, a panel moderated by writer Pat Walters will reveal why they put themselves in jeopardy in pursuit of their mission. Participants include virologist Victoria Jensen, herpetologist and National Geographic 2010 Emerging Explorer Zoltan Takacs, archaeologist and National Geographic Fellow Sarah Parcak, extreme filmmaker and kayaker Trip Jennings, and climber Peter “Mr. Everest” Athans.
Otus Rockin' New Year by admin, last updated: Nov 26, 2014 01:24 PM
Celebrate the New Year by making party hats, noise makers, and other fun seasonal crafts.
Raptor Lunchtime and Talk by admin, last updated: Nov 26, 2014 01:24 PM
Observe Meadowside's resident raptors during their feeding time and learn some of the stories about the raptors on exhibit.
Winter Bird Bingo by admin, last updated: Nov 26, 2014 01:24 PM
Stop by the Nature Center and get a bird bingo card, then hit the trails and search for feathered friends.
A Day of Winter Fun by admin, last updated: Nov 26, 2014 01:24 PM
Spend a winter's day at Meadowside! We'll hike trails looking for signs of wildlife, cook lunch over an open fire, conduct a few icy experiments, and create a nifty New Year's noisemaker.
Winter Adventure Camp by admin, last updated: Nov 26, 2014 01:24 PM
School's out for the week, so come to Locust Grove Nature Center for four days of solid fun!
Winter Nature Tales: Animals in Winter by admin, last updated: Nov 26, 2014 01:24 PM
Join us for a tale of winter in the cozy comfort of the Nature Center, and learn about the special things that happen only in winter.
Vulture Enrichment by admin, last updated: Nov 26, 2014 01:24 PM
Come see Meadowside's resident vulture play with her food at our weekly vulture enrichment session.