Thursday, January 19, 2012
Check out the Chinese Lunar New Year celebration or take a photo class specializing on your iPhone.
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Thursday, January 19, 2012
1. MSP Quilting Angels: Quilt for Soldiers & Children Where/When: 19951 Father Hurley Boulevard, Germantown, MD. Saturday, Jan. 21 at 9 a.m. Why go: Come join this dynamic and welcoming group of ladies as we make Quilts of Valor for soldiers touched by war, and Quilts for Kids, children diagnosed with cancer. Price: Free 2. Chinese Lunar New Year Celebration and Parade Where/When: 200 East Middle Lane, Rockville, MD. Saturday, January 21 at 10:30 a.m. Why go: Celebrate the Chinese Lunar New Year at Rockville Town Center! See Tai Chi Performances, Golden Dragon and Lion Dancers. There will be activities and crafts for kids. Price: Free 3. Lucky Dog Animal Rescue Adoption Event Where/When: Petsmart, 218 Kentlands Boulevard, Gaithersburg, MD…
Thursday, January 5, 2012
Check out our calendar for more weekend events.
1. Canal Stewards Where/When: Sunday, Jan. 8, 10 a.m. at 7906 Riverside Dr., Cabin John, MD Why Go: Join Potomac Conservancy for our first cleanup event of 2012! We'll be meeting at our River Center at Lock 8 at 10 a.m. to clean up the lockhouse area and nearby trails. All ages are welcome, and we'll provide the necessary supplies - just wear clothes that can get dirty. Typical activities for our monthly cleanup events include picking up trash, pruning vegetation, and repairing trails. We hope to see you there! Pricing: Free 2. Potluck Lunch Where/When: Sunday, Jan. 8, 11:30 a.m. at Geneva Presbyterian Church, 11931 Seven Locks Rd., Potomac, MD Why Go: Geneva Presbyterian Church holds potluck lunches on the 2nd Sunday of the month. All are…
Thursday, December 29, 2011
Check out our calendar for more weekend events.
1. Great Falls Hike Where/When: Sunday, Jan. 1 at 11 a.m.; C&O Canal Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center, 11710 Macarthur Blvd, Potomac. Why Go: The Adventuring Outdoors Group is hosting a Great Falls Hike. The starting point of the hike is the historic Great Falls Tavern, continue through the Gold Mine Loop and return to the tavern. Lunch will be at the Falls Overlook. Please see web site for more information. Pricing: Free 2. New Year's Eve Swing Dance at Glen Echo Park Where/When: Saturday, Dec. 31, at 8 p.m.; Glen Echo Park, 7300 Macarthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Why Go: Swing in the New Year at Glen Echo Park. Enjoy a night of swing dancing to the music of the Tom Cunningham Orchestra. Purchase tickets online or at the Spanish Ballroom. …
Thursday, November 17, 2011
A look at things you can do this weekend around Potomac and North Potomac.
1. Mayfield Market at Holy Child When/Where: Saturday, Nov. 19, 9 a.m. Connelly School of the Holy Child, 9029 Bradley Blvd, Potomac. Why Go: Our shopping extravaganza, now in its seventh year, brings more than 70 local vendors to Holy Child to sell jewelry, clothing, custom made gifts, fine art, and an assortment of quality items just in time for crossing off your holiday lists. This year's "Always Chic Boutique" will add clothing and shoes to its already rich array of gently used household items; a Tiger Cafe offers lunch and bakery items so you can eat and get dessert amidst the shopping. Sunday times are 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. Pricing: Free to enter 2. The Miracle Worker at Wootton High School When/Where: Nov. 17, 18 and 19 at 7:30 p.m., …
Thursday, November 10, 2011
A look at things you can do this weekend around Potomac.
1. Bullis Jazz Cafe, featuring the 8 Ohms Band When/Where: Saturday, Nov. 12, 7 p.m. at the Blair Family Center for the Arts on the Bullis campus, 10601 Falls Road, Potomac Why Go: Enjoy an evening out in Potomac with the whole family. Join Bullis School for the first Jazz Cafe of the year, featuring the music of the Bullis Jazz Ensemble and Jazz Workshop Combo. Guest performance from the 8 Ohms Band, a horn-heavy,funk and soul collective from Annapolis. Drawing from diverse musical backgrounds, the 8 Ohms bring together an eclectic mix of feel-good sounds and hard grooves to keep the dance floor moving. Pricing: Admission rates are $5 adults / $2 students 2. Quince Orchard: Noises Off When/Where: Quince Orchard High School, Nov. 10-12 in…
Thursday, November 3, 2011
A look at things you can do this weekend around Potomac.
1. Bullis Presents Neil Simon's "Fools" Where/When: Friday, Nov. 4, and Saturday, Nov. 5, at 7 p.m. at Bullis School, 10601 Falls Rd, Potomac. Why Go: The Bullis Upper School presents this comedy which follows a young teacher who arrives at a Russian village to teach, only to discover that the village is under a curse that makes all the inhabitants simple-minded and stupid. Pricing: $5 per ticket 2. The Darnestown Presbyterian Church Holiday Bazaar Where/When: Saturday, November 5, 08:30 am to 3:30 p.m. at Darnestown Presbyterian Church, 15120 Turkey Foot Rd, North Potomac, MD, Why Go: The Women's Group at Darnestown Presbyterian Church hosts its annual Holiday Bazaar. Find a variety of gently used items, books, handmade crafts and …
Friday, October 21, 2011
A look at things you can do this weekend around Potomac.
1. Potomac Day Where/When: Potomac Promenade (9812 Falls Rd., Potomac); Saturday, Oct. 22, 10 a.m. Why Go: Enjoy a parade at 10 a.m., the Potomac Day Classic Car Show, a business fair and other fun activities for the whole family. Price: Free. 2. 24th Annual Somerset Elementary Back-to-School Classic 8K and 2K Where/When: Race starts at Somerset Elementary School (5811 Warwick Pl., Chevy Chase) on Sunday, Oct. 23, at 9 a.m. Why Go: For the 24th annual Somerset Elementary Back-to-School Classic, choose from an 8K run or a 2K walk. Proceeds help the Somerset Elementary School provide scholarships for after-school programs, build its library and offer students a rich cultural arts program. Brunch is provided to participants after the race, …
Thursday, October 6, 2011
A look at things you can do this weekend around Potomac.
It’s Thursday, and you’ve got no idea what you’ll do for the weekend. Patch is coming to the rescue. We’ve got the best bets for your done-work-outta-here time. Check our picks for the activities to hit and new bars/restaurants/shops to explore. 1. Potomac Library used book sale Where/When: 10101 Glenolden Dr., Potomac, MD 20854; Oct. 8 from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Why Go: Now that fall is here and our days will begin to cool, it's a perfect time to curl up with a book. Support Friends of the Library and buy some cheap romances, comedies and thrillers. Pricing: Most hardbacks will cost around $1 and paperbacks will cost $.50. 2. Republic of China Centennial Celebration Where/When: Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike; Saturday, 7:30 p.m. Why Go: The…
Thursday, September 29, 2011
Here's a list of some weekend activities in and around Potomac.
September is coming to a close, and life around Potomac is getting ever so busy with the annual Potomac Country House Tour, Taste of Bethesda and a lot more exciting and fun-filled activities. Every weekend is “so much to do – so little time” and you are wondering how in the world to pack everything in. Patch has all the information, so check out the list to see how many you can check off! 1. VIEW GORGOUS POTOMAC HOMES AT THE 56TH ANNUAL POTOMAC COUNTRY HOUSE TOUR WHEN/WHERE: Boutiques open on Saturday, Oct. 1, from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Sunday, Oct. 2, from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at St. Francis Episcopal Church, 10003 River Rd., Potomac. Tour this year's homes from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. each day. Lunch is served at 11:30 a.m. in the church. WHY…
Thursday, September 22, 2011
Patch has a few ideas for places to go and things to do in and around Potomac.
Our first fall weekend is upon us, and Patch knows that you are ready for relaxing, celebrating, exercising and watching your favorite football team win again! This weekend’s events include a camping experience and a rare chance to see the C&O Canal after dark. Have a fun weekend and enjoy the beautiful fall weather! 1. DON’T MISS YOUR CHANCE TO GO TO THE “PARK AFTER DARK” AND GIVE BACK TO THE C&O PARK THAT WE ALL LOVE AND ENJOY WHEN/WHERE: Saturday, Sept. 24, from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. at the Great Falls Tavern in Potomac. WHY GO: This event will feature seasonal food, music, silent auctions for “experience packages” and a chance to support the C&O Canal National Historical Park. PRICING: Guests must register in advance at $150 per ticket ($…
