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National Players: Fences by admin, last updated: Aug 10, 2022 07:08 PM
Set in segregated Pittsburgh in the 1950s, Fences depicts the life of Troy Maxson, a former Negro League baseball star now scraping by as a sanitation worker. Part of August Wilson’s 10-play Century Cycle, Fences explores the walls we build around ourselves and our loved ones while also illuminating one family’s struggles in the Jim Crow era.
Baba Bomani & The ABCs of Hip-Hop by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:14 PM
This workshop explains the reading, writing, and arithmetic of Hip-Hop performance. From learning to recognize vowels and syllables, to understanding the rhythm patterns that turn those syllables into raps over a beat, students will be engulfed in dance and song through this highly interactive presentation.
SOLE Defined: Intersection by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:14 PM
SOLE Defined is the Washington metropolitan area’s leading arts organization specializing in percussive dance – using the body as an instrument to create musical expression. Advancing styles such as tap, stepping, body percussion, sand dance, and gumboot, this BIPOC-led company infuses powerful skills to delight and inspire audiences. Intersection by SOLE Defined is an immersive performance exploration of music and movement rooted in ancestral memory, embodied storytelling, and African Diasporic Percussive Dance.
Sprout Film Festival: Live More, Play More, Express More by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:14 PM
Experience the films that celebrate difference, embrace community, and create transformational experiences for both the filmmakers and the audience. A variety of short films will be viewed in this 60-minute program, hoping to light the spark of greater awareness, understanding, and acceptance by presenting work by and about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Baltimore Improv Group by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:14 PM
From Hattie McDaniel to Jordan Peele, go beyond the films that make up the history of African American filmmakers. Join Bowie State University’s Chair and Associate Professor of Visual Communications and Digital Media Arts, Tewodross Melchishua Williams, as he curates an exciting three-film series that will explore the amazing cultural contributions of the African diaspora to the art of filmmaking.
Celia Cruz All Stars Band by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:14 PM
This group of young, talented musicians, under the musical direction of Braily Ramos, pay tribute to the hits you love: the immortal sounds of the Guarachera de Cuba. The group has performed in international music festivals in Mexico and the U.S. After each performance, the All-Stars contribute to the Celia Cruz Foundation, which grants musical scholarships to students who could not otherwise afford music school. Celia is smiling down from heaven!
A Tribute to the Music of Otis Redding by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:14 PM
Join Memphis Gold as he pays tribute to the legendary Stax recording artist Otis Redding. With hits like “(Sittin’ On) The Dock of the Bay,” “I’ve Been Loving You Too Long,” and “These Arms of Mine,” audiences will be swept away by soulfully beautiful melodies.
Sprout Film Festival: Live More, Play More, Express More by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:13 PM
Experience the films that celebrate difference, embrace community, and create transformational experiences for both the filmmakers and the audience. A variety of short films will be viewed in this 60-minute program, hoping to light the spark of greater awareness, understanding, and acceptance by presenting work by and about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Sprout Film Festival: Live More, Play More, Express More by admin, last updated: Aug 09, 2022 06:13 PM
Experience the films that celebrate difference, embrace community, and create transformational experiences for both the filmmakers and the audience. A variety of short films will be viewed in this 60-minute program, hoping to light the spark of greater awareness, understanding, and acceptance by presenting work by and about people with intellectual and developmental disabilities.
Children & Adults Invited to One-Day Painting Contest by admin, last updated: Aug 08, 2022 03:22 AM
‘Paint the Town’ plein air contest is September 3, rain or shine
Future of Speed Speedskating Camp by Smithhomeimprov, last updated: Jul 30, 2022 01:23 PM
Speed skating camp for kids with basic skating skills ages 7-12. Three day camp will consist of off-ice exercises and on-ice instruction by four coaches, including USA Olympian Chris Needham. Figure skaters and hockey skaters are welcome.
Music & Stamps Family Day with Guest Artist Rafael Lopez by NationalPostalMuseum, last updated: Jul 30, 2022 10:48 AM
A free family festival at the Smithsonian's National Postal museum with live mariachi music, games, stories, and crafts with guest artist Rafael Lopez!
Preschool Tour Day by admin, last updated: Jul 30, 2022 10:48 AM
Join us to take a tour of Spring-Mar Cooperative Preschool in Burke, VA!
Parks Playhouse Junior: The Puppet Co. by admin, last updated: Jul 26, 2022 04:18 PM
Join Montgomery Parks for a performance of Rapunzel by the Puppet Co. on Saturday, July 30, 2022, at Edgewood Neighborhood Park from 10 to 11 am. This event is part of the Parks Playhouse Junior series which features free, live performances in parks around the county this summer.
Dolley Day by admin, last updated: Jul 22, 2022 10:42 PM
Join us as we celebrate the anniversary of Dolley Madison’s flight from the White House to Dumbarton House in 1814 with games, treats, and FREE admission to the museum.
Are you drinking lead? by admin, last updated: Jul 20, 2022 04:43 PM
Do you know what material the water service line going to your home is? Are you exposing your children and loved ones to a dangerous toxin? How do I get rid of it? Feel free to ask your burning questions on water. Register Here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/lead-service-line-planning-task-force-listening-session-registration-379708948687
Tie Dye Day at Historic Oakland by admin, last updated: Jul 14, 2022 06:47 AM
Come on down to Historic Oakland and add a little color to your world! Join us on Sunday, 7/17/22, from Noon to 3PM, for a colorful afternoon of tie dye fun! An Amazing Face Painter will be On Site! 5430 Vantage Point Rd, Columbia, MD 21044
Live! Concert Series on the Plaza by admin, last updated: Jul 06, 2022 06:10 PM
Mark your calendars for daily, live performances of salsa, blues, jazz, Go-Go and more. Beginning July 11, join us on the #WilsonPlaza at noon for free concerts featuring the area’s most talented entertainers.
Pop-In Preschool by admin, last updated: Jun 17, 2022 06:41 PM
Free preschool classes this summer.
Diversity Awareness with Guest Artist Rafael Lopez & Guest Author Sonia Sotomayor by admin, last updated: Jun 17, 2022 06:41 PM
A virtual program by the Smithsonian's National Postal Museum designed for elementary school students.