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Friday, November 7
KIDS: Crafty Kids — (ages 5 & up). Thanksgiving table decorations. 4-5 PM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html.
CONCERT: Woody Guthrie’s Lost World Tour. 8 PM. Strathmore Music Center, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. $25-52. Info: 301-581-5100 or www.strathmore.org.
CONCERT: Native American Classical Trio. 7:30 PM, Recital Hall. U-Md Wind Orchestra, 8 PM, Concert Hall. U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. Free. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
DANCE: Contradiction Dance: An Exchange Between Life and Dance. Repeats Nov 8-9. 8 PM. 8641 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. $15. Info: 240-644-1100 or www.roundhousetheater.org.
DANCE: Edgeworks Dance Theatre. 8 PM, thru Nov 9. Dance Place, 3225 8th Street, NE DC. $22; $8/age 2-17. Info: 303-389-2600 or www.danceplace.org.
DANCE: David Dorfman's "underground" looks at boundaries between activism and terrorism. 8 PM, followed by Talk Back. Kay Theatre, U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. $35; $7/students. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
FAIR: Woodside United Methodist Church Annual Fall Fair. 10AM-8PM. See also Nov. 8. Enjoy an afternoon, or two, of great deals and yummy food! Everything from tools to Christmas treasures! 8900 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. 301-587-1215. More info at: www.woodsideumc.org.
PARENTING: Multi-Cultural Parenting Workshop. Sponsored by the Montgomery County Diversity Council and the Montgomery County Equal Employment Opportunity Office. Noon-1:30 PM. Culture Shop, 341 Carroll Street, NW DC. Free. Info: 202-726-2211 or www.cultureshop.com.
THEATRE: Politics is Murder. Dinner Theatre at Blair Mansion. Show at 8 PM (opens 6:30 PM), repeats Nov 8 and Nov 14-15. 7711 Eastern Ave. Silver Spring. $49.99/dinner & show. Info: 301-688-1688 or www.blairmansion.com.
FAMILY: Creature Feature. Meet and feed live animals. 4 PM. Rock Creek Park Nature Center. 5200 Glover Rd., NW, DC. Free. For complete schedule of events see: www.nps.gov/rocr or 202-895-6239.
DANCING: Contra Dancing at Glen Echo. 7:30-11:30 PM. Spanish Ballroom, $9. Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., DC. $10-13. Info: www.glenechopark.org.
DISCUSSION: Chat & Chew on Relationships. 6-8 PM Highland Origin Coffee, 8200 Fenton St., Silver Spring. Free. Info: 301-238-4396 or Saigobe@lanset.com.
JAZZ & FILM: Smithsonian Jazz Café. IMAX, 5:45 & 8:45 PM. Jazz, 6-10 PM. National Museum of Natural History, Constitution Ave. at 9th St. NW (Smithsonian Metro). Film (Dark Knight) $12.50; music $10 (Free with IMAX ticket). Info: www.si.edu or 301-357-1000.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 10:30-11:30 AM (except Nov 28). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
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Saturday, November 8
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ART: Book Arts Fair and Conference. 60 exhibitors, 10 AM-5 PM, Takoma Park-Silver Spring campus of Montgomery College, 930 King Street, west of Metro tracks. 6-8 PM, reception for “American Psyche” exhibition exploring personal and military violence. Also, The Floating Lab Museum, outside art center. Continues Sunday. Fair: $10/both days; $7/one day. Conference: $40/weekend; $20/students.
ART: A.Salon Second Saturday Open Studio plus reception for Jamie Downs (exhibit through Nov 19). 1-6 PM. Gallery open Sat/Sun from 1-3 PM. 6925 Willow Street NW DC. Info: asalondc.org.
AUTHOR TALK: Mary Tillman and "Boots on the Ground" (story of Pat Tillman). 5-7 PM. Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th Street NW DC. Free. Info: www.teachingforchange.org.
DANCE: Contradiction Dance: An Exchange Between Life and Dance. Repeats Nov 8-9. 8 PM. 8641 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. $15. Info: 240-644-1100 or www.roundhousetheater.org.
DANCE: Edgeworks Dance Theatre. 8 PM, thru Nov 9. Dance Place, 3225 8th Street, NE DC. $22; $8/age 2-17. Info: 303-389-2600 or www.danceplace.org.
DRUMMING: Soulfire Inside drum and dance circle. 8-11 PM. Seeker's Church, 276 Carroll Ave. NW DC. $10 Info: mzimani@gmail.com.
FAIR: Woodside United Methodist Church Annual Fall Fair. 10 AM-2 PM. Enjoy an afternoon, or two, of great deals and yummy food! Everything from tools to Christmas treasures! 8900 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. 301-587-1215. More info at: www.woodsideumc.org.
FAMILY: Native American Stories with Joseph Stands With Many. part of Many World Cultures series. 2 PM. Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave., Silver Spring.
FAMILY: Forensic Family Discovery Cart - Whorls, Ridges and Arches (fingerprint activities), 2-3 PM. National Museum of Health and Medicine, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Ave., NW DC. Enter through Elder Street gate; photo ID required. Info: 202-782-2200 or www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum.
FAMILY: Thanksgiving Float Decorating Party. Help with Downtown Silver Spring's entry into the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade on Nov 22. 2-5 PM. Silver Plaza on Ellsworth Drive. Info: www.DowntownSilverSpring.com.
FESTIVAL: DC Green Festival. All things green including a walk-through rainforest and other kids activities, film festival and speakers. 10 AM-7 PM, continues tomorrow. DC Convention Center, 801 Mount Vernon Place NW (Mt. Vernon Square Yellow Line Metro). $15/weekend; $10/students, Free for 18 and under. Info: www.greenfestivals.org.
THEATRE: Politics is Murder. Dinner Theatre at Blair Mansion. Show at 8 PM (opens 6:30 PM), repeats Nov 14-15. 7711 Eastern Ave. Silver Spring. $49.99/dinner & show. Info: 301-688-1688 or www.blairmansion.com.
WORKSHOP: Foreclosure Prevention Workshop sponsored by Montgomery County. 2 PM. Sligo Middle School, 1401 Dennis Ave, Silver Spring. Free but RSVP required: 240-777-8129 or online at www.montgomerycountymd.gov/midcounty click "foreclosure workshop".
COMPUTERS: Beginner classes for webpages & catalog access. 9:15 AM. White Oak Library, 11701 New Hampshire, Silver Spring. RSVP: 240-773-9555.
DANCING: Swing Dancing. 8 PM-Midnight. Spanish Ballroom, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., DC, inside Beltway. $13-18 (depending on band). Info: www.glenechopark.org.
ENGLISH CLUB: English Conversation Club. Improve skills and learn about U.S. culture. 11 AM. Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: 240-777-0910.
KIDS: Planetarium programs: “Night Sky” (ages 4-12), 1 PM and “Explore the Universe” (ages 7 and up) 4 PM. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Rd. NW, DC off Military Rd. Free. Info: 202-895-6070 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
MEETING: Eating Addictions Anonymous (EAA). Weekly, 7-8 PM. Holy Cross Hospital, Private Dining Room 2, 1500 Forest Glen Rd., Silver Spring (first entrance from Georgia Ave.). Free. Info: 202-882-6528.
PETS: Animal Adoptions. Noon-3 PM. Nov 2 (cats). Nov 15 (dogs). Nov 22 (dogs & cats). The Big Bad Woof, 117 Carroll St. NW, DC. Free. Check for details: www.thebigbadwoof.com or 202-291-2404.
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Sunday, November 9
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ART: Book Arts Fair and Conference. 11 AM-5 PM. Montgomery College. See Nov. 8.
CONCERT: A Tribute to America's Veterans, sponsored by Silver Spring Town Center, Inc featuring The Marcus Johnson Project (jazz) and Michel Baytop (acoustic blues. 7:30 Pm. Round Hosue Theatre, 8641 Colesville Rd.) $20, proceeds benefit Operation Second Chance. Info: silverspringtowncenter.blogspot.com
DANCE: Contradiction Dance: An Exchange Between Life and Dance. Repeats Nov 8-9. 8 PM. 8641 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. $15. Info: 240-644-1100 or www.roundhousetheater.org.
DANCE: Edgeworks Dance Theatre. 8 PM, thru Nov 9. Dance Place, 3225 8th Street, NE DC. $22; $8/age 2-17. Info: 303-389-2600 or www.danceplace.org.
FESTIVAL: DC Green Festival. 11 AM-6 PM, DC Convention Center. See Nov 8.
LECTURE: Paul the Theologian presented by Dr. Jose Enrique Aquilar of Washington Theological Union. 5:30-6:30 PM. 6896 Laurel Street, NW DC. Free. Info: 202-541-5235 or www.wtu.edu.
MEETING: Dancing 4 Ever Fall Meeting for dance lovers over 50. 3-5 PM.
One Circle Center, 3804 Littelton Street, Silver Spring. Free. RSVP: Spirtava@aol.com or 301-704--2935 or rfaber@ndeo.org or 301-585-2880.
NATURE: River Walk - 3 mile ranger-led flat walk from Peirce Barn to Military Road. 1 PM. Tilden and Beach Drives. NW, DC. Free. Info: 202-282-0927 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
PARENTING: Mindfulness in Parenting, sponsored by Takoma Attachment Parenting. 3:30-5:50 PM, potluck to follow. Heffner Community Center, 42 Oswego Ave. Free. Info: 301-864-1889 or www.takoma-ap.org.
FAMILY: Planetarium Shows. 1 PM and 4 PM. Rock Creek Park Nature Center. 5200 Glover Rd., NW, DC. Free. For complete schedule of events see: www.nps.gov/rocr or 202-895-6239.
BIBLE SERVICES: Seekers Church. Intergenerational classes begin with 9:30 AM circle time (share personal and community news), 10 AM worship and 11:30 AM coffee and conversation. 276 Carroll St. NW, Takoma DC. Info: 202-829-9882.
CLASSES: Meditation with Wisdom Path Healing Center. 9:30 AM-Noon. Purple Mountain Organics, 8210 Garland Ave. Free (donations welcome). Info: www.doctoramen.com or 301-891-2488.
DANCING: Waltzing and more. (3-6 PM) $8; Contra/Square Dance (7-10:30 PM) $12. Spanish Ballroom, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. DC, inside the Beltway. Info: www.glenechopark.org or 301-634-2222.
FARMERS MARKET: Takoma Park Farmers Market. Year-round, 10 AM-2 PM. Laurel Ave. at Carroll Ave. More info: takomaparkmarket.com.
KIDS: Planetarium programs: “Night Sky” (ages 4-12), 1 PM and “Exploring the Universe” (ages 7 and up) 4 PM. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Road, NW off Military Rd. Free. Info: 202-895-6070 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
PETS: Animal Adoptions. Nov 2 (greyhound). Nov 9 (cats). Nov 16 (cats). The Big Bad Woof, 117 Carroll St. NW, DC. Free. Details: 202-291-2404 or www.thebigbadwoof.com.
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Monday, November 10
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CONCERT: Bryan Bowers. Institute of Musical Traditions series. 7:30 PM. St. Mark Presbyterian Church. 10701 Old Georgetown Rd., Rockville. $15/advance; $20/door. Info: 301-754-3611 or www.imtfolk.org.
CONCERT: U-Md Repertoire Orchestra. 8 PM. Concert Hall, U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. Free. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
FOOD: Mango Madness Food Tasting, with local business women. 6-8 PM. Culture Shop, 341 Carroll Street NW DC. Free. Info: 202-726-2211 or www.cultureshop.com.
FAMILY: Bedtime Stories. Come in PJs, teddy bears welcome. 7-7:30 PM. Takoma Park Library, 101 Philadelphia Ave. Info: 301-891-7259.
KIDS: Flower Buds for ages 3-335 with parent. 10:30-aa AM. Vicitors Center classroom, Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton. $3/child;' adult free. (RSVP required at www.arkpass.org). Info: 301-982-1400 or www.brooksidegardens.org.
PERFORMANCE: Perfect/Finite with Will Gartshore. Repeats Nov 17. 8 PM. 8641 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. $15. Info: 240-644-1100 or www.roundhousetheater.org.
CONTEST: Brainstormer pub trivia with prizes. 7 PM. McGinty’s Public House, 911 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring. Free. Info: 301-587-1270 or www.mcgintyspublichouse.com.
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Tuesday, November 11
Veterans Day - Honor those who have served.
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CEREMONIES: Wreath-laying at National Memorials: World War II Memorial (8 AM), Navy Memorial (1 PM), Arlington Cemetery (11 AM), Vietnam Memorial (1 PM), Women in Military Service, Arlington (3:30 PM). Plus storytelling at Vietnam Women's Memorial (every half hour from 9 AM-Noon and 2-4 PM). Info: 202-619-7222 or www.nps.gov/ncro.
CLOSURES: Government offices and libraries closed. DC and PG schools closed, but Montgomery County public schools open (parent open house).
OPEN HOUSE: The Barrie School. Montesorri for ages 2-grade 6 plus Middle and Upper School. 9 AM-Noon, also Dec 11 and Jan 6. 13500 Layhill Rd., Silver Spring. RSVP: 301-576-2800 or www.barrie.org.
THEATRE: Aquila Theatre's "The Iliad." 8 PM. with pre-show discussion at 7 PM. Kay Theatre, U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. $35; $7/students ($15/enlisted and vets). Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
KIDS: Neighborhood Circle Time (ages 18 mos.-5 yrs.) — Tuesdays at 10 AM, repeated 11 AM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html.
ART: Sketch artwork on display. 3-4:30 PM. Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F entrance (Gallery Place Metro). Free. Register at Luce Center desk before 3 PM. Info: www.americanart.si.edu.
CARDS: Bridge open to all. 6:45 PM. Savory Café, 7071 Carroll Ave., Takoma Park. 301-270-2233, www.savorycafe.com.
CIVIC: Meet with the Mayor Bruce Williams. 2-5 PM (by appointment) or 5-7 PM (walk-ins). Third Floor, Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave. RSVP: 301-891-7230 or email peggyw@takomagov.org.
CLASSES: Meditation with Wisdom Path Healing Center. 7:30-9:30 PM. Purple Mountain Organics, 8210 Garland, Takoma Park. Free (donations welcome). Info: 301-891-2488 or www.doctoramen.com.
CLUB: Club de conversation française. 7:30 PM. Savory Café, 7071 Carroll Ave. Info: ekleemeier@aol.com.
GAMES-ALL AGES: Takoma Park Intergenerational Strategy Games Club. All ages are welcome to play dozens of innovative strategy games. 7-9:30 PM at the Victory Tower Retirement Center, 7051 Carroll Ave. Free. Info: contact John at 301-613-8297 or spineyone@yahoo.com or mkfeldman@starpower.net.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 10:30-11:30 AM (except Nov 25). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
KIDS: Neighborhood Circle Time (ages 18 mos.-5 yrs). Tuesdays at 10 AM & 11 AM. Takoma Park MD Library, 101 Philadelphia Ave. Info: 301-891-7259.
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Wednesday, November 12
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BOOK TALK: "Borrowed Soldiers: Americans Under British Command, 1918," 2-3 PM. National Museum of Health and Medicine, Walter Reed Army Medical Center, 6900 Georgia Ave., NW DC. Enter through Elder Street gate; photo ID required. Info: 202-782-2200 or www.nmhm.washingtondc.museum.
KIDS: Born to Read (0-23 months), 10:30 AM. Long Branch Library. 8800 Garland Ave. RSVP: 240-777-0910.
KIDS: Twosies - Wednesdays in November. 10 AM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html
BUSINESS: Networking Breakfast sponsored by Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce. 7:30-9:15 AM. Mrs. K's Toll Houe Restaurant, 9201 Colesville Rd. Members $10/advance; $25/door; nonmembers $30/advance; $35/door. RSVP: 301-565-3777 or www.gsscc.org.
CONCERT: Jon Carroll. 7:30 PM. Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. $15. Info: 301-581-5100 or www.strathmore.org.
MUSIC: Cajun Jam. Beginners welcome. 6-9 PM. New Deal Cafe, 113 Centerway, Roosevelt Center, Greenbelt. Free. Info: 301-434-5642 or www.newdealcafe.com.
THEATRE: Aquila Theatre's "The Iliad." 8 PM. with pre-show discussion at 7 PM. Kay Theatre, U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. $35; $7/students ($15/enlisted and vets). Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
FAMILY: Planetarium Shows. 4 PM. Rock Creek Park Nature Center. 5200 Glover Rd., NW, DC. Free. For complete schedule of events see: www.nps.gov/rocr or 202-895-6239.
CLUB MEETING: English Conversation Club. Improve your language skill while learning about U.S. culture. 7 PM. Silver Spring Library, 8901 Colesville Rd. Info: 240-773-9420.
GAMES: Chess - beginners and experienced players. 3:30 PM. Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave., Silver Spring. Info: 240-777-0910.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 5-6 PM (except Nov 26). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
KIDS: Young Planetarium. Introduction to night sky for ages 2-10. 4 PM. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Road, NW off Military Rd. Free. Info: 202-895-6070 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
OPEN STUDIO: Letterpress Happy Hour at Pyramid Atlantic. Share printing techniques. 2nd and 4th Wednesday. $20 (members, $10). 6:30-8:30 PM. 8230 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. Must RSVP: 301-608-9102 or www.pyramidatlanticartcenter.org.
POKER NIGHT: at McGinty’s Public House. 911 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring. Free to play. Info: www.mcgintyspublichouse.com or 301-587-1270.
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Thursday, November 13
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ART: Takoma Park Mosaic Project Presentation. Joe Wall (director of mosaic mural at Baltimore's Visionary Art Museum) gives overview of mosaic methods. As part of this project residents will learn skills to help create mosaics to decorate Community Center. 7:30 PM. 7500 Maple Ave. Info: www.takomamosaic.org.
BOOK GROUP: "Journey Round My Skull," sponsored by Takoma Park Library, in conjunction with Community Center art exhibit "Cranial Vault" (tour at 7 PM). 7-9 PM. Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave. Free. Info: 301-891-7224.
LECTURE: "Collective Security Within Reach" based on new book by Sovaida Ma'ani Ewing. Sponsored by Peck Institute for American Culture and Civil Engagement at Montgomery College. 1-2:15 PM. Room 301 studnets Services Center, 600 Takoma Avenue. Free. Info: 350-567-1385 or francine.jamin@montgomerycollege.edu.
NATURE: Woodland Trail Hike. Ranger-led hike for ages 5 and up. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Rd. NW DC. 4 PM. Free. Info: 202-895-6070 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
OPEN HOUSE: Friends Community School (K-8). 9:30-11 AM, repeats Nov 18, Dec 5, Jan 8 & 22. 5901 Westchester Park Dr., College Park. Info: 301-441-2100 or www.friendscommunityschool.org.
POETRY: Third Thursday Poetry Reading, featuring work of local poets, Grace Cooper, Ryan Holman, Samantha Magrath, Meredith Briggs Skeath and
Betty Thompson. 7:30 PM. Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave. Free. Info: 301-891-7224.
THEATRE: Opening Night for "Between Trains," Adult themes. 7:30 PM. runs thru Nov 23. Kay Theatre, U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. $25; $7/students. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
KIDS: Born to Read (1-23 months) 10:15 and 11 AM. Silver Spring Library
8901 Colesville Rd. RSVP: 240-773- 9420.
ONGOING THURSDAYS
ART: Kids Craft Activities. Different crafts offered every Thursday, all instructor-led for ages 5 & up. 4-6 PM. Pyramid Atlantic Retail Store, 831 Wayne Ave., Silver Spring until Nov 15 when store returns to 924 Ellsworth . $10 fee for materials and instruction. RSVP (limit 8): in store or jdominguez@pyramid-atlantic.org.
DRUMMING: Drum Circle with A Different Drum for all ages; drums available. 5-8 PM. Contradiction Dance, 7014 Westmoreland Ave., Ste A, Takoma Park. Free. Info: www.musicheals.us.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 10:30-11:30 AM (except Nov 27). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spirng. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
OPEN STUDIO: Papermaking Society. 2nd and 4th Thursday. $20 (members, $10). 6:30-8:30 PM. 8230 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. Must RSVP: 301-608-9102 or www.pyramidatlanticartcenter.org.
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Friday, November 14
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ART: Reception for "Cranial Vault" exhibit, reflecting a cancer survivor's journey (third floor), curated by Tom Roberts and Amy Kincaid. Exhibit remains thru Dec 31. 7-9 PM. 7500 Maple Avenue. Free. Info: 301-891-7224.
KIDS: Preschool Storytime (ages 2-5) 10:30 AM. Long Branch Library. 8800 Garland Ave. RSVP: 240-777-0910.
ASTRONOMY: "The Stars Over Hogwarts," an astronomy lesson Harry Potter style. 7 PM (with hands-on activities). Owens Science Center, 9601 Greenbelt Rd., Lanham. $4/adults; $2/students. Info: 301-918-8750 (school hours).
AUTHOR TALK: David Cortright's history of peace advocacy. 6-8 PM. Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th Street NW DC. Free. Info: www.teachingforchange.org.
CONCERT: Alienated Artists - Determined Voices. Funds U-Md School of Music scholarships. 8 PM. Recital Hall, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. $30; $7/students. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
MUSIC: Around the Block - 5 local musicians cover Motown to country. 10 PM-1:30 AM. McGinty's Public House, 911 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring. $5/cover. Info: 301-587-1270.
KIDS: Crafty Kids — (ages 5 & up). Thanksgiving table decorations. 4-5 PM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html.
THEATRE: Politics is Murder. Dinner Theatre at Blair Mansion. Show at 8 PM (opens 6:30 PM), repeats Nov 15. 7711 Eastern Ave. Silver Spring. $49.99/dinner & show. Info: 301-688-1688 or www.blairmansion.com.
ONGOING FRIDAYS
FAMILY: Creature Feature. Meet and feed live animals. 4 PM. Rock Creek Park Nature Center. 5200 Glover Rd., NW, DC. Free. For complete schedule of events see: www.nps.gov/rocr or 202-895-6239.
DANCING: Contra Dancing at Glen Echo. 7:30-11:30 PM. Spanish Ballroom, $9. Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., DC. $10-13. Info: www.glenechopark.org.
DISCUSSION: Chat & Chew on Relationships. 6-8 PM Highland Origin Coffee, 8200 Fenton St., Silver Spring. Free. Info: 301-238-4396 or Saigobe@lanset.com.
JAZZ & FILM: Smithsonian Jazz Café. IMAX, 5:45 & 8:45 PM. Jazz, 6-10 PM. National Museum of Natural History, Constitution Ave. at 9th St. NW (Smithsonian Metro). Film (Dark Knight) $12.50; music $10 (Free with IMAX ticket). Info: www.si.edu or 301-357-1000.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 10:30-11:30 AM (except Nov 28). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
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Saturday, November 15
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AUTHOR TALK: Wage Theft in America by Kim Bobo, handbook for activists and workers. 4-6 PM. Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th Street NW DC. Free. Info: www.teachingforchange.org.
ART: Axtmann Open Studio Paintings, Assemblage & Etchings. 1-5 PM 6903 Maple St. NW. On-going Art Workshops: 202-723-4428 or jaxart@infionline.net.
FAIR: Holiday Alternative Giving Fair. Fair-trade goods from Serrv International and range of charities. 12:30-2 PM. University United Methodist Church, 3621 Campus Drive, College Park. Info: www.uumcp.org.
KIDS: Born to Read (1-23 months). 10:30 AM. Silver Spring Library, 8901 Colesville Rd. RSVP: 240-773- 9420.
KIDS: Bilingual Storytime (ages 18 mos.-5 yrs.). 10:30 AM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave.301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html.
DANCE: College Dance Festival presented by Dance Place, offers student performances from local colleges. 8 PM, repeats Nov. 16. Dance Place, 3225 8th St. NE, DC. $22/general; $10/college; $8/age 17 and under. Info: 202-269-1600 or www.danceplace.org.
ENVIRONMENT: America Recycles Day at 16 Montgomery County sites including displays at PanAm Grocery Store, 706 University Blvd. E., (3-6 PM.);
Silver Spring Farmers Market, Ellsworth Dr. (9 Am-1 PM); Westfield Wheaton Shopping Centre, 11160 Veirs Mill Rd., (2-6 PM); and Sears at White Oak, 11255 New Hampshire Ave., (1-4 PM). Info: www.montgomerycountymd.gov/recycling or 240-777-6400.
FAMILY: Thanksgiving Float Decorating Party. Help with Downtown Silver Spring's entry into the Montgomery County Thanksgiving Parade on Nov 22. 2-5 PM. Silver Plaza on Ellsworth Drive. Info: www.DowntownSilverSpring.com.
NATURE: Rapids Bridge Hike (2 miles, ages 7 and up) led by park rangers. 2 PM. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Rd., NW, DC. Free. Info: www.nps.gov/rocr or 202-895-6239.
SYMPOSIUM: The Historic American Buildings Survey at 75. Explore the effort to create a public archive of America's architectural heritage. 9 AM-4 PM. Library of Congress, Madison Building, sixth floor, 101 Independence Ave. SE DC. Free, no RSVP required. Info: www.loc.gov.
THEATRE: Politics is Murder. Dinner Theatre at Blair Mansion. Show at 8 PM (opens 6:30 PM). 7711 Eastern Ave. Silver Spring. $49.99/dinner & show. Info: 301-688-1688 or www.blairmansion.com.
ONGOING SATURDAYS
COMPUTERS: Beginner classes for webpages & catalog access. 9:15 AM. White Oak Library, 11701 New Hampshire, Silver Spring. RSVP: 240-773-9555.
DANCING: Swing Dancing. 8 PM-Midnight. Spanish Ballroom, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., DC, inside Beltway. $13-18 (depending on band). Info: www.glenechopark.org.
ENGLISH CLUB: English Conversation Club. Improve skills and learn about U.S. culture. 11 AM. Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: 240-777-0910.
KIDS: Planetarium programs: “Night Sky” (ages 4-12), 1 PM and “Explore the Universe” (ages 7 and up) 4 PM. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Rd. NW, DC off Military Rd. Free. Info: 202-895-6070 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
MEETING: Eating Addictions Anonymous (EAA). Weekly, 7-8 PM. Holy Cross Hospital, Private Dining Room 2, 1500 Forest Glen Rd., Silver Spring (first entrance from Georgia Ave.). Free. Info: 202-882-6528.
PETS: Animal Adoptions. Noon-3 PM. Nov 2 (cats). Nov 15 (dogs). Nov 22 (dogs & cats). The Big Bad Woof, 117 Carroll St. NW, DC. Free. Check for details: www.thebigbadwoof.com or 202-291-2404.
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Sunday, November 16
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BAZAAR: Templo Guaracy de Washington's Multi-Cultural Bazaar. Original artwork, handicrafts, jewelry, therapuetic bodywork, Brazilian feijoada, baked goods and more. 1-6 PM. 3800 Wexford Dr., Kensington. Info: 703-405-9230.
ART: Axtmann Open Studio Paintings, Assemblage & Etchings. 1-5 PM 6903 Maple St. NW. On-going Art Workshops: 202-723-4428 or jaxart@infionline.net.
CONCERT: U-Md Men's and Women's Choruses. 3 PM. Concert Hall, Kay Theatre, U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. Free. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
DANCE: College Dance Festival presented by Dance Place, offers student performances from local colleges. 8 PM, repeats Nov. 16. Dance Place, 3225 8th St. NE, DC. $22/general; $10/college; $8/age 17 and under. Info: 202-269-1600 or www.danceplace.org.
FAMILY: Capital City Symphony Family Concert. 2:30 & 4:30 PM (instrument petting zoo 1/2 hour prior to concert). Atlas Performing Arts Center, 1333 H Street NE DC. $16/advance; $20/door. Under 16 are free. Info: 202-399-7993 or capitalcitysymphony.tix.com.
GIFTS: Holiday Gift Boutique, benefits SEEC's work with developmentally disabled men and women. Sponsored by by Chevy Chase Women's Club. 11 AM-5 PM. 7931 Connecticut Avenue. Free admission. Info: seecsalaons@seeconline.org.
NATURE: River Walk - 3 mile ranger-led flat walk from Peirce Barn to Military Road. 2 PM. Tilden and Beach Drives. NW, DC. Free. Info: 202-282-0927 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
POETRY: Poet Lore celebrates 119th birthday. 2 PM. Writer's Center, 4508 Walsh St., Bethesda. Free. Info: 301-654-8664 or www.writer.org.
VOLUNTEER: Planting and Dedication of Memorial Garden to honor George Matthews. Organized by Takoma Horticulture Club at Upper Portal Park (Piney Branch Road at Eastern and Takoma). 2-3 PM (rain or shine). Bring tools and gloves. Info: laserblast@aol.com.
ONGOING SUNDAYS
BIBLE SERVICES: Seekers Church. Intergenerational classes begin with 9:30 AM circle time (share personal and community news), 10 AM worship and 11:30 AM coffee and conversation. 276 Carroll St. NW, Takoma DC. Info: 202-829-9882.
CLASSES: Meditation with Wisdom Path Healing Center. 9:30 AM-Noon. Purple Mountain Organics, 8210 Garland Ave. Free (donations welcome). Info: www.doctoramen.com or 301-891-2488.
DANCING: Waltzing and more. (3-6 PM) $8; Contra/Square Dance (7-10:30 PM) $12. Spanish Ballroom, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd. DC, inside the Beltway. Info: www.glenechopark.org or 301-634-2222.
DRUMMING: Taretina with Marcus Sims. Use power of rhythm to increase self-awareness. First and third Sundays, 6-8:30 PM. Crossings, 8505 Fenton St., Silver Spring. Suggested $25 donation. Info: M3Four@aol.com or www.taketina.com.
FARMERS MARKET: Takoma Park Farmers Market. Year-round, 10 AM-2 PM. Laurel Ave. at Carroll Ave. More info: takomaparkmarket.com.
KIDS: Planetarium programs: “Night Sky” (ages 4-12), 1 PM and “Exploring the Universe” (ages 7 and up) 4 PM. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Road, NW off Military Rd. Free. Info: 202-895-6070 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
PETS: Animal Adoptions. Nov 2 (greyhound). Nov 9 (cats). Nov 16 (cats). The Big Bad Woof, 117 Carroll St. NW, DC. Free. Details: 202-291-2404 or www.thebigbadwoof.com.
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Monday, November 17
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AUTHOR TALK: Bill Ayers discusses "City Kids, City Schools." 6:30-8 PM. Busboys and Poets, 2021 14th Street NW DC. Free. Info: www.teachingforchange.org.
CONCERT: Keyboard Magic - John Carroll, Brian Simms, and Darryl Davis.Institute of Musical Traditions series. 7:30 PM. St. Mark Presbyterian Church. 10701 Old Georgetown Rd., Rockville. $15/advance; $20/door. Info: 301-754-3611 or www.imtfolk.org.
CONCERT: U-Md Chamber Music, part 1. 5:30 PM. Recital Hall, U-Md Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. Free. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
GARDENING: Green Roofs & Walls Talk, sponsored by Silver Spring Garden Club. 7:30 PM. Brookside Garden's Visitors Center, 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton. Free. Info: 301-588-5894 or Laserblast@aol.com.
KIDS: Banned Book Club reads "Outsiders" by S.E. Hinton. (grade 6 and up). 7:30 PM. Takoma Park Library, 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html
POETRY: Monthly session of ongoing adult poetry workshop led by Anne Becker. New participants are welcome. 7:30-9:30 PM. Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave. Free. RSVP: 301-891-7224.
PERFORMANCE: Perfect/Finite with Will Gartshore. 8 PM. 8641 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. $15. Info: 240-644-1100 or www.roundhousetheater.org
ONGOING MONDAYS
CONTEST: Brainstormer pub trivia with prizes. 7 PM. McGinty’s Public House, 911 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring. Free. Info: 301-587-1270 or www.mcgintyspublichouse.com.
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Tuesday, November 18
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BOOK CLUB: "Out Stealing Horses" by Per Petterson. 7:30 PM. Silver Spring Library, 8901 Colesville Rd. RSVP: 240-773- 9420.
CONCERT: Chris Byars Quartet, part of U-Md Take Five series. 5:30 PM. Recital Hall, Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University Ave at Stadium Drive. Free. Info: 301-405-ARTS or www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu.
ENVIRONMENT: Eels of Sligo Creek. Guest lecture of Friends of Sligo Creek monthly meeting. 7:30 PM. Long Branch Community Center, 8700 Piney Branch Rd. Free. Info: 301-681-9686 or www.fosc.org.
MUSIC: Tradition Music Showcase (Irish and West African), sponsored by Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County. 7-10:30 AM. McGinty's Public House, 911 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring. No cover. Info: 301-587-1270.
OPEN HOUSE: Friends Community School (K-8). 9:30-11 AM, repeats Dec 5, Jan 8 & 22. 5901 Westchester Park Dr., College Park. Info: 301-441-2100 or www.friendscommunityschool.org.
ONGOING TUESDAYS
KIDS: Neighborhood Circle Time (ages 18 mos.-5 yrs.) — Tuesdays at 10 AM, repeated 11 AM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html.
ART: Sketch artwork on display. 3-4:30 PM. Smithsonian American Art Museum, 8th and F entrance (Gallery Place Metro). Free. Register at Luce Center desk before 3 PM. Info: www.americanart.si.edu.
CARDS: Bridge open to all. 6:45 PM. Savory Café, 7071 Carroll Ave., Takoma Park. 301-270-2233, www.savorycafe.com.
CIVIC: Meet with the Mayor Bruce Williams. 2-5 PM (by appointment) or 5-7 PM (walk-ins). Third Floor, Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave. RSVP: 301-891-7230 or email peggyw@takomagov.org.
CLASSES: Meditation with Wisdom Path Healing Center. 7:30-9:30 PM. Purple Mountain Organics, 8210 Garland, Takoma Park. Free (donations welcome). Info: 301-891-2488 or www.doctoramen.com.
CLUB: Club de conversation française. 7:30 PM. Savory Café, 7071 Carroll Ave. Info: ekleemeier@aol.com.
GAMES-ALL AGES: Takoma Park Intergenerational Strategy Games Club. All ages are welcome to play dozens of innovative strategy games. 7-9:30 PM at the Victory Tower Retirement Center, 7051 Carroll Ave. Free. Info: contact John at 301-613-8297 or spineyone@yahoo.com or mkfeldman@starpower.net.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 10:30-11:30 AM (except Nov 25). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
KIDS: Neighborhood Circle Time (ages 18 mos.-5 yrs). Tuesdays at 10 AM & 11 AM. Takoma Park MD Library, 101 Philadelphia Ave. Info: 301-891-7259.
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Wednesday, November 19
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BOOK CLUB: "Little Heathens," 2 PM. Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave., Silver Spring. Info: 240-777-0910.
KIDS: Twosies - Wednesdays in November. 10 AM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html.
BUSINESS: Discover the Taste of Silver Spring sponsored by Greater Silver Spring Chamber of Commerce. 5:30-8 PM. Discovery Communications, 1 Discovery Plaza. Members $40; nonmembers $50. RSVP by Nov 10: 301-565-3777 or www.gsscc.org.
FILM: Beauty and the Beast (restored version of Cocteau's French film). Mongomery College screening includes post-film discussion. 6:30 PM. AFI Silver, 8633 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. $10 or $6/student with ID. Info: 301-495-6700 or www.afi.com/silver.
GARDENING: Hints for Healthy Houseplants, sponsored by Takoma Horticulture Club. 7:30-9 PM. Takoma Park Community Center, 7500 Maple Ave. Fre. Info: www.takomahort.org.
PUBLIC MEETING: Comment on Purple Line Project. 4:30-9 PM. Ritchie Coliseum, U-Maryland, Route 1, directly across from Rossborough Inn. (see also, Nov 22). Info: 410-767-3694 or www.purplelinemd.com.
TWEENS: Good Masters! Sweet Ladies! Poets Elizabeth Rees and Rosanne Singer teach first of four workshops for middle schoolers based on the Newbery Medal-winning book. (commit to all four meetings). 7-8:30 PM. Takoma Park Library, 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at www.takomapark.info/library/registration.html.
ONGOING WEDNESDAYS
CLUB MEETING: English Conversation Club. Improve your language skill while learning about U.S. culture. 7 PM. Silver Spring Library, 8901 Colesville Rd. Info: 240-773-9420.
GAMES: Chess - beginners and experienced players. 3:30 PM. Long Branch Library, 8800 Garland Ave., Silver Spring. Info: 240-777-0910.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 5-6 PM (except Nov 26). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spring. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
KIDS: Young Planetarium. Introduction to night sky for ages 2-10. 4 PM. Rock Creek Nature Center, 5200 Glover Road, NW off Military Rd. Free. Info: 202-895-6070 or www.nps.gov/rocr.
OPEN STUDIO: Letterpress Happy Hour at Pyramid Atlantic. Share printing techniques. 2nd and 4th Wednesday. $20 (members, $10). 6:30-8:30 PM. 8230 Georgia Avenue, Silver Spring. Must RSVP: 301-608-9102 or www.pyramidatlanticartcenter.org.
POKER NIGHT: at McGinty’s Public House. 911 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring. Free to play. Info: www.mcgintyspublichouse.com or 301-587-1270.
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Thursday, November 20
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AUTHOR TALK: "The Trial of Donald Rumsfeld" by Michael Ratner. 6:30-8 PM. Busboys and Poets, 1025 5th Street NW DC (at K). Free. Info: 202-789-2227 or www.teachingforchange.org.
MUSIC: Clay Crotts, acoustic. 8-12:30 PM. McGinty's Public House, 911 Ellsworth Dr., Silver Spring. No cover. Info: 301-587-1270.
ONGOING THURSDAYS
KIDS: Born to Read (1-23 months) 10:15 and 11 AM. Silver Spring Library, 8901 Colesville Rd. RSVP: 240-773- 9420.
ART: Kids Craft Activities. Different crafts offered every Thursday, all instructor-led for ages 5 & up. 4-6 PM. Pyramid Atlantic Retail Store, 831 Wayne Ave., Silver Spring until Nov 15 when store returns to 924 Ellsworth . $10 fee for materials and instruction. RSVP (limit 8): in store or jdominguez@pyramid-atlantic.org.
DRUMMING: Drum Circle with A Different Drum for all ages; drums available. 5-8 PM. Contradiction Dance, 7014 Westmoreland Ave., Ste A, Takoma Park. Free. Info: www.musicheals.us.
KIDS: Ms. Belle, folk guitar for kids. 10:30-11:30 AM (except Nov 27). Mayorga Coffee, 8040 Georgia Ave., Silver Spirng. Free. Info: www.thebiggestbelle.com.
MEETING: Monument Toastmasters Club dinner meeting. Learn art of public speaking. First and third Thursdays, 7-9 PM, Vicino’s Restaurant, 959 Sligo Ave., Silver Spring, (south of Wayne, just before overpass). Menu: $4 and up. Info: Lisa Covi, 301-588-2990 or covi@umd.edu.
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Friday, November 21
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ART: Opening Reception for Julio Valdez, (exhibit thru Dec 3). 6-9 PM. Gallery open Sat/Sun from 1-3 PM. 6925 Willow Street NW DC. Info: asalondc.org.
AUTHOR TALK: Cornel Wilde"s "Hope on a Tightrope." 6:30-8 PM. Busboys and Poets, 1025 5th Street NW DC (at K). Free. Info: 202-789-2227 or www.teachingforchange.org.
KIDS: Crafty Kids — (ages 5 & up). Thanksgiving table decorations. 4-5 PM. Takoma Park MD Library. 101 Philadelphia Ave. 301-891-7259. RSVP at