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<b>Thursday/Aug. 17
</b>Dentzel Carousel. One of the Washington area’s local treasures: the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel Carousel, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 301-634-2222.
Puppet Performance. Dinosaur Desperados will be performed at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Playhouse, 7300 MarArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. It is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through Grade 4, and runs for 50 minutes. $7, with group rates available. Visit www.thepuppetco.org for more.
Comcast Outdoor Film Festival. Come at 8:30 p.m. to watch "Walk the Line" under the stars. The festival benefits NIH Charities and takes place at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Restaurants open at 6:30 p.m.; bring blankets and lawn chairs. Free. Call for schedule. 301-816-6958.
Eastern Woodland Indian Camp from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue., Visitor Center Classroom. Learn about plants, stories, crafts & games. For ages 7-10. $65/week. Call 301-962-1400.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Jazz Classes. All that Jazz Week at the Levine School of Music, Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane. 301-897-5100.
Pre-School Films. 10:30 a.m. at Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac. Children of all ages are invited to watch these book-based films: "Harry the Dirty Dog" "Officer Buckle and Gloria," and "Angus Lost." No registration required for the 30 minute program. Call 240-777-0690.
The Phineas T. Waggs One Man Vaudeville Show. 2 p.m. at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road., Bethesda. Jerry Brown presents his fast-paced variety act replete with stories, song-and-dance, juggling, music, magic, mime, gags, and the cutest little trained monkey-girl ever seen. For ages 6 and up. Call 240-777-0970.
<b>Friday/ Aug. 18
</b>Dentzel Carousel. One of the Washington area’s local treasures: the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel Carousel, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 301-634-2222.
Puppet Performance. Dinosaur Desperados will be performed at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Playhouse, 7300 MarArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. It is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through Grade 4, and runs for 50 minutes. $7, with group rates available. Visit www.thepuppetco.org for more.
Comcast Outdoor Film Festival. Come at 8:30 p.m. to watch "Monty Python and the Holy Grail" under the stars. The festival benefits NIH Charities and takes place at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Restaurants open at 6:30 p.m.; bring blankets and lawn chairs. Free. Call for schedule. 301-816-6958.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Potomac Craftsmen Fiber Guild Exhibit 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or www.strathmore.org.
Pottery by Ben Culbertson & Josh Deweese. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Spectrum Gallery’s “From Urban to Suburban II.” 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Eastern Woodland Indian Camp from 10 a.m.-12 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue., Visitor Center Classroom. Learn about plants, stories, crafts & games. For ages 7-10. $65/week. Call 301-962-1400.
Dance Concerts from 6-9 p.m. at 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Outdoor Plaza. Dance concerts with live bands. Free. Call 301-652-4988.
Jazz Classes. All that Jazz Week at the Levine School of Music, Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane. 301-897-5100.
Bleed for Golf 11 a.m.-4 p.m. at Poolesville, Rattlewood, Falls Road, Laytonsville, or Hampshrive Greens golf courses. Golfers can help save a life and receive a free round of golf at this Montgomery County Golf (MCG) and American Red Cross co-hosted event. Call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE to schedule a donation time.
Contra Dance from 7:30-11:30 p.m. in Glen Echo Park's Spanish Ballroom, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Contra dance lessons from 7:30-8:15 p.m., followed by dancing from 8:30-11:30 p.m. to Spin City. There is an $8 charge. E-mail info@fridaynightdance.org or visit www.fridaynightdance.org.
Salsa Dance. 8-9 p.m. in Glen Echo Park's Bumper Car Pavilion, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. High Energy Productions presents a Salsa lesson, followed by dancing to live music until midnight by one of the area's favorite Salsa bands. $12. Visit www.glenechopark.org.
Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery. 12-5 p.m. at the Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery on the third floor of the Arcade building in Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Free exhibits of emerging artist work and art sales. Call 1-301-371-5593 or visit www.yellowbarnstudio.com.
Youth Concert. Middle school students participating in the National Philharmonic's Summer String Institute will give a concert starting at 7:30 p.m. at the Landon School, 6101 Wilson Lane, Bethesda, in the Mondzac Performing Arts Center. Free. 301-493-9283.
<b>Saturday/Aug. 19
</b>Dentzel Carousel. One of the Washington area’s local treasures: the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel Carousel, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 301-634-2222.
Puppet Performance. Dinosaur Desperados will be performed at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Playhouse, 7300 MarArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. It is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through Grade 4, and runs for 50 minutes. $7, with group rates available. Visit www.thepuppetco.org for more.
Lockhouse 8 Tours. Volunteers of the Potomac Conservancy staff the lockhouse at lock 8, answer questions about life on the canal and the Potomac River from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Find out how to help conserve the resources of the Potomac and Chesapeake watersheds. Not handicapped accessible. Call the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center for more information 301-767-3714 or visit www.nps.gov/choh/Visitor/Centers/GFTavern.html.
Rileys Lockhouse Tours. Girl Scouts, dressed in period clothing, will lead tours of Rileys Lockhouse and demonstrate tasks as they tell the story of a typical lockkeeper's family from 1-4 p.m. Call the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center for more information 301-767-3714 or visit www.nps.gov/choh/Visitor/Centers/GFTavern.html. Not handicapped accessible.
Ranger's Choice. Join a park ranger for a demonstration, talk, or walk to learn more about the park's resources starting at 1:30 p.m. Call or stop by the Great Falls Tavern visitor center on the day of the program to find out the Ranger's choice for the day. Programs will begin at the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center and program lengths will vary. Some programs handicapped accessible. Call 301-767-3714 or visit www.nps.gov/choh/Visitor/Centers/GFTavern.html.
Glen Echo Tours. Carousel tours start at 10:30 a.m. and give visitors a closer look at the1921 Dentzel carousel at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Find out how it was made, how it works and about the rest of the amusement park attractions that were built around it. Park tours begin at 2 p.m. and lead visitors through a walking tour of the park to learn about its fascinating history. A 60-minute film documentary 4 p.m. and highlights the Park’s 115-year history. Free. All tours are also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229.
Comcast Outdoor Film Festival. Come at 8:30 p.m. to watch "Harry Potter and the Goblet of Fire" under the stars. The festival benefits NIH Charities and takes place at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Restaurants open at 6:30 p.m.; bring blankets and lawn chairs. Free. Call for schedule. 301-816-6958.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Laugh Riot at the Hyatt from 8-10 p.m. at the Hyatt Regency Bethesda, 1 Bethesda Metro Center, Congressional room. 5 local comics perform. No tickets or reservations necessary. There is a $5 charge. Call 301-657-1234.
Paint Me A Story from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Color Me Mine, 4829 Fairmont Avenue. Ages 2-6 w/ mommy or nanny. $15. Call 301-907-4994.
English Language Conversation Club. 3-5 p.m. at Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac. Join in practicing and improving your spoken English with the help of volunteers. Call 240-777-0690.
Swing Dance. 8 p.m.-12 a.m. in Glen Echo Park's Spanish Ballroom, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents a Swing dance with the Boilermaker Jazz Band from Pennsylvania. Introductory Swing lessons are given by Donna Barker and Mike Marcotte from 8-9 p.m., followed by dancing from 9 p.m.-midnight. $13. All proceeds benefit Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture Inc. Call 301-634-2231 or contact dbaker@glenechopark.org
Weekend Nature Programs. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Stable in Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Grab your hand lens, pack your field guide, and jump into the world of insects at Discovery Creek's Six-legged Sensations exhibition! Members and children under 2 are admitted for free; nonmembers: $5. Call 202-337-5111 or visit www.discoverycreek.org.
Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery. 12-5 p.m. at the Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery on the third floor of the Arcade building in Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Free exhibits of emerging artist work and art sales. Call 1-301-371-5593 or visit www.yellowbarnstudio.com.
Plant Clinic. 10 a.m.-1 p.m. at Davis Library, 6400 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda. Montgomery County Master Gardeners answer all your garden questions. Bring in specimens for identification and diagnosis of problems. Call 240-777-0922.
Singles Dance. The Catholic Alumni Club of Washington sponsors a singles dance from 8:30 p.m.-12:30 a.m. at Hyatt Regency, 7400 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. Proper dress for people ages 21 and over. No jeans or sneakers. $15 with music by a DJ. Call George 703-768-4243 or visit www.DCsingleCatholicPro.org.
<b>Sunday/Aug. 20
</b>Dentzel Carousel. One of the Washington area’s local treasures: the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel Carousel, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 301-634-2222.
Puppet Performance. Dinosaur Desperados will be performed at 11:30 a.m. and 1 p.m. at Playhouse, 7300 MarArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. It is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through Grade 4, and runs for 50 minutes. $7, with group rates available. Visit www.thepuppetco.org for more.
Polo Benefit. D.C. Elephant Polo Team offers a horse polo match to benefit Thai National Elephant Conservation Center and Elephant Hospital 12 p.m. at the Capital Polo Club, 14660 Hughes Road, Poolesville. Gates open at 11 a.m. $10/advance; $12/gate; $25/reserved tailgate and includes the Elephant Cup polo match, Saddle Gals and Guys equestrian drill team, Thai ridgeback dogs and a 75-foot long Chinese martial arts dragon dance. Visit www.dcelephantpolo.com.
Lockhouse 8 Tours. Volunteers of the Potomac Conservancy staff the lockhouse at lock 8, answer questions about life on the canal and the Potomac River from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Find out how to help conserve the resources of the Potomac and Chesapeake watersheds. Not handicapped accessible. Call the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center for more information 301-767-3714 or visit www.nps.gov/choh/Visitor/Centers/GFTavern.html.
Rileys Lockhouse Tours. Girl Scouts, dressed in period clothing, will lead tours of Rileys Lockhouse and demonstrate tasks as they tell the story of a typical lockkeeper's family from 1-4 p.m. Call the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center for more information 301-767-3714 or visit www.nps.gov/choh/Visitor/Centers/GFTavern.html. Not handicapped accessible.
Ranger's Choice. Join a park ranger for a demonstration, talk, or walk to learn more about the park's resources starting at 1:30 p.m. Call or stop by the Great Falls Tavern visitor center on the day of the program to find out the Ranger's choice for the day. Programs will begin at the Great Falls Tavern Visitor Center and program lengths will vary. Some programs handicapped accessible. Call 301-767-3714 or visit www.nps.gov/choh/Visitor/Centers/GFTavern.html.
Glen Echo Tours. Carousel tours start at 10:30 a.m. and give visitors a closer look at the1921 Dentzel carousel at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Find out how it was made, how it works and about the rest of the amusement park attractions that were built around it. Park tours begin at 2 p.m. and lead visitors through a walking tour of the park to learn about its fascinating history. A 60-minute film documentary 4 p.m. and highlights the Park’s 115-year history. Free. All tours are also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229.
Comcast Outdoor Film Festival. Come at 8:30 p.m. to watch "Princess Bride" under the stars. The festival benefits NIH Charities and takes place at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Restaurants open at 6:30 p.m.; bring blankets and lawn chairs. Free. Call for schedule. 301-816-6958.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Sunday Naturalist Hikes. 9 -10:30 a.m. at the Audubon Center, 11450 Audubon Lane, Easton. Staff members and volunteers lead a free nature hike starting at the Welcome Center. Walks cover any or every topic from bird identification to wetland ecology. Call 410-822-4903 or visit www.pickeringcreek.org.
Weekend Nature Programs. 10 a.m.-3 p.m. at the Stable in Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Grab your hand lens, pack your field guide, and jump into the world of insects at Discovery Creek's Six-legged Sensations exhibition! Members and children under 2 are admitted for free; nonmembers: $5. Call 202-337-5111 or visit www.discoverycreek.org.
Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery. 12-5 p.m. at the Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery on the third floor of the Arcade building in Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Free exhibits of emerging artist work and art sales. Call 1-301-371-5593 or visit www.yellowbarnstudio.com.
Waltz Dance. 3-6 p.m. in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Waltz Time presents a beginning Waltz lesson from 3 to 3:30 p.m., followed by an afternoon of waltzes by the lively waltz band, Waltz Magic. Admission is $8. Visit dancedc.com/waltz.html.
Contra and Square Dance. 7-10:30 p.m.. in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. The Folklore Society of Greater Washington presents traditional American dancing with a focus on New England style contra dances. All dances are taught. The newcomers' welcome lesson is at 7 p.m., followed by dancing from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. $10 nonmembers/$8 FSGW members. Call 202-518-1299 or visit www.fsgw.org.
Panel Discussion and Dessert. From 3-5 p.m. at VisArts at Rockville, 9300 Gaither Road, Gaithersburg. The discussion revolves around the artwork found in "Inspired by Animals." This exhibition features work from all media types, including woodwork, jewelry, photography and much more. For more information about this exhibition or for how to become a member, visit www.VisArtsCenter.org or call 301-869-8623.
<b>Monday/August 21
</b>Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Family Birding and Ponding. 10 a.m. at the Audubon Center, 11450 Audubon Lane, Easton. Bring your family and learn how to look for birds or catch pond creatures. Cost is $2 per person for Audubon members or $5 per person for non-members. Reservations required. Call 410-822-4903 or visit www.pickeringcreek.org.
Parent Workshop. "Homework Hassles, Encouraging Responsibility" 7-9 p.m. at Davis Library, 6400 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda. This workshop will discuss developing positive study habits, side-stepping power struggles over homework, defining how much a parent should do to help, and collaborating with the school staff. Translation into Spanish is available. Registration is recommended. Call 301-229-1347 or e-mail parenting@ymcadc.org
<b>Tuesday/Aug. 22
</b>Music Performance. David Bach Consort will give a free concert 7 p.m. at Cabin John Regional Park Amphitheatre, 7400 Tuckerman Lane, Rockville as part of the Summer Sounds Concert series. Blankets, lawn chairs and picnics encouraged. 301-495-4600.
Afternoon Tea. Starting at 1 p.m., have tea accompanied by soothing music at Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. $18/person pre-paid reservations. 301-581-5108 or www.strathmore.org.
Bethesda Farmers Market. 10:30 a.m.-2 p.m. in Veterans Park at the corner of Norfolk & Woodmont Avenues. Fresh fruits, vegetables, breads & live entertainment. Free. Call 301-215-6660.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Potomac Craftsmen Fiber Guild Exhibit 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or www.strathmore.org.
Pottery by Ben Culbertson & Josh Deweese. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Spectrum Gallery’s “From Urban to Suburban II.” 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Pre-School Movies. 10:30 a.m. at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road., Bethesda. Movies, stories and activities for children ages 2-5. Movies include "Hot Hippo," "How the Elephant Got His Trunk," "The Happy Lion," and "Cornelius." Call 240-777-0970.
Mother & Daughter Afternoon Tea. At Amada Amante in the Traville Shopping Center, 9755 Traville Gateway Drive, Rockville. $20/adult; $9/child. Space is limited and reserved on a first call basis. For reservations or addtional information contact, Gurvinder 240-461-8361.
<b>Wednesday/Aug. 23
</b>Job Hunting. Network with other job-seeking professionals, gain helpful tips and insight from experts, and understand how to negotiate salaries and benefits from 6:30 -8 p.m. at Jewish Community Center of Greater Washington, 6125 Montrose Road, Rockville. Free. Call 301-587-9666 to register.
Afternoon Tea. Starting at 1 p.m., have tea accompanied by soothing music at Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. $18/person pre-paid reservations. 301-581-5108 or www.strathmore.org.
Dentzel Carousel. One of the Washington area’s local treasures: the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel Carousel, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 301-634-2222.
Puppet Performance. Dinosaur Desperados will be performed at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Playhouse, 7300 MarArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. It is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through Grade 4, and runs for 50 minutes. $7.00, with group rates available. Visit www.thepuppetco.org for more.
Tribute. Washington, D.C. area musicians put on a tribute to Neil Young at Strathmore as part of the outdoor concert series at 7 p.m., 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Free. 301-581-5100.
Outdoor concerts from 12-2 p.m. at the Willow Garden Theater in the Gateway Building, 7201 Wisconsin Avenue., Bethesda. Enjoy outdoor lunchtime concerts. Free. Call 301-352-5387.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Paint Me A Story from 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. at Color Me Mine, 4829 Fairmont Avenue. Ages 2-6 w/ mommy or nanny. $15. Call 301-907-4994.
<b>Thursday/Aug. 24
</b>Dentzel Carousel. One of the Washington area’s local treasures: the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel Carousel, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 301-634-2222.
Puppet Performance. Dinosaur Desperados will be performed at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Playhouse, 7300 MarArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. It is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through Grade 4, and runs for 50 minutes. $7.00, with group rates available. Visit www.thepuppetco.org for more.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Pre-School Movies. 10:30 a.m. at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road., Bethesda. Movies, stories and activities for children ages 2-5. Movies include "Mike Mulligan and His Steam Shovel," "Burt Dow, Deep-Water Man," and "Moon Man." Call 240-777-0970 for more information.
<b>Friday/Aug. 25</b>
Dentzel Carousel. One of the Washington area’s local treasures: the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel Carousel, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 301-634-2222.
Puppet Performance. Dinosaur Desperados will be performed at 10 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. at Playhouse, 7300 MarArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. It is recommended for children in grades Pre-K through Grade 4, and runs for 50 minutes. $7.00, with group rates available. Visit www.thepuppetco.org for more.
Water Colors Exhibit from 9 a.m.-5 p.m. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue. Come see the art work of Dave Daniels. Free. Call 301-962-1400.
Potomac Craftsmen Fiber Guild Exhibit 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or www.strathmore.org.
Pottery by Ben Culbertson & Josh Deweese. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Spectrum Gallery’s “From Urban to Suburban II.” 10 a.m.-4 p.m. at the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike. Free. Call 301-581-5200 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Dance Concerts from 6-9 p.m. at 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Outdoor Plaza. Dance concerts with live bands. Free. Call 301-652-4988.
Contra Dance from 7:30-11:30 p.m. in Glen Echo Park's Spanish Ballroom, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Contra dance lessons from 7:30-8:15 p.m., followed by dancing from 8:30-11:30 p.m. to Tim Hinds calling to AP and the Banty Roosters. There is an $8 charge. E-mail info@fridaynightdance.org or visit www.fridaynightdance.org.
Senior Alliance at the Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery 12-5 p.m. at the Yellow Barn Studio and Gallery on the third floor of the Arcade building in Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call 1-301-371-5593 or visit www.yellowbarnstudio.com.