things to do this weekend

January 17, 2014 | Michelle Queen

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Two art exhibits at the Strathmore Mansion galleries are on display now through March 2. The first explores the intersection of technology and art including sculpture by Chris Bathgate and interactive displays. The second smaller exhibit in the Invitational Gallery explores the differences between craft and art. Attend the free, non-ticketed opening reception Jan. 17 […]

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January 10, 2014 | Michelle Queen

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Olney Theatre’s production of The King and I closes on Sunday. Montgomery Playhouse’s original comedy Blame it on Beckett opens Friday at the Arts Barn in Gaithersburg. Sunday’s performance will include a Question and Answer session with the director, cast and author John Morogiello. If you are a jazz fan, you may be interested in […]

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January 3, 2014 | Michelle Queen

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The Gaithersburg Library will re-open Saturday, Jan. 4 at 9:30 a.m. with a ribbon cutting at 10 a.m. Special programs presented by the Friends of the Library will be held throughout the day, including a jazz performance, a magic show and more. Newbery Award-winning author Phyllis Reynolds Naylor will read from her new book “Now […]

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December 27, 2013 | Michelle Queen

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Glen Echo holiday festivities continue this weekend with their annual Holiday Art Show and Sale, the Puppet co. productions of The Nutcracker and The Nutcracker Fantasy for the youngest theater goers.  Adventure Theatre’s Twelve Days of Christmas is also at the Park.  All the shows close this weekend, but you can return next weekend for […]

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December 20, 2013 | Michelle Queen

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The Glen Echo Holiday Art Show and Sale continues this weekend giving everyone the opportunity to find a unique holiday gift. The Holiday Light Displays continue, but don’t delay if you have not visited. Santa will be back at the Trolley Museum this weekend so consider stopping by and taking a ride on the trolley. […]

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December 14, 2013 | Michelle Queen

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Enjoy two unique holiday shopping opportunities this weekend with the Glen Echo Holiday Art Show & Sale and the Countryside Artisans Studio Tour. A great way to celebrate the holiday season is visiting a local Holiday Light Display or taking a trolley ride with Santa at the National Capital Trolley Museum. The Metropolitan Ballet Theatre’s […]

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December 6, 2013 | Michelle Queen

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Enjoy two unique holiday shopping opportunities this weekend with the Glen Echo Holiday Art Show & Sale and the Countryside Artisans Studio Tour. Holiday bazaars continue with the Christmas Bazaar at Saint Michael’s in Silver Spring and the Holiday Craft Show at Bauer Community Center in Rockville. A great way to celebrate the holiday season […]

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November 28, 2013 | Michelle Queen

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The holiday season is in full swing with ‘Thanksgivukkah’ on Thursday, Nov. 28. The 31st Annual Turkey Chase in Bethesda is a great way to start the day, either as a spectator or a participant. The Puppet Co. in Glen Echo includes two versions of the holiday classic The Nutcracker with Bob Brown’s The Nutcracker […]

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November 22, 2013 | Michelle Queen

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Don’t miss the 16th Annual Thanksgiving Parade on Saturday, Nov. 23 at 10 a.m. The parade route begins at Ellsworth Drive and Fenton Street in Downtown Silver Spring. Find unique, seasonal gifts at the Sugarloaf Craft Festival throughout the weekend at the county fairgrounds. Holiday bazaars continue Saturday with Holly Days Bazaar in Gaithersburg, Holiday […]

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November 15, 2013 | Michelle Queen

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The holiday season has arrived in Montgomery County with tree lightings, seasonal theater performances and specialty holiday boutiques. Visit Gaithersburg’s Washingtonian Center Nov. 15 for their tree lighting ceremony from 6 to 8 p.m. Silver Spring Fountain Plaza’s “Re-imagining the Holidays” tree lighting is Saturday, Nov. 16 from 6 to 8 p.m. Holiday theatrical performances opening […]

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