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To have community events listed free in The Potomac Almanac, send mail to 7913 Westpark Drive, McLean, Va. 22102, e-mail to almanac@connectionnewspapers.com, or fax to 703-917-0991. Deadline is Thursday at noon for the following week’s paper. Photos and artwork encouraged. Unless otherwise noted, all events are in Potomac. If you have any questions, call Matthew Razak at 703-917-6457.

<cal1>Wednesday/July 25

<cal2>Summer Concert. The Bethesda summer concert series will take place noon-2 p.m., in Bethesda Place Plaza, 7700 Wisconsin Ave., Bethesda. Call 301-215-6660.

Focus Music. Joe Jencks and Rachel Cross will perform at O’Brien’s BBQ, 387 East Gude Drive, Rockville, 8 p.m. Tickets $15/general, $12/member. Call 703-380-3151.

English Conversation Club. The English Conversation Club is for people who want to practice speaking English in a friendly setting at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road, Bethesda, at 2 p.m. Call 240-777-0970.

Baseball. Bethesda Big Train Baseball will play the Bombers at Povich Field, 10600 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for children. The nights theme will be Homers Birthday Party and Chik-fil-Night. Visit www.bigtrain.org.

Agriculture Fair Talk. Learn about the fair and meet a guest animal or two, 2 p.m., at the Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road, Bethesda. Call 240-777-0970.

Costume Making. Learn how to make eye-catching costumes from basic materials with Holly Cleeland at the Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 7 p.m. Register by calling 240-777-0690.

Afternoon Tea. The soothing sounds of local musicians fill the room, as you enjoy Afternoon Tea in the cozy atmosphere of The Shapiro Music Room at the Mansion at Strathmore, 1 p.m. Strathmore Blend Tea is specially made for us by Master Tea Blender John Harney of Connecticut, and is served with a light lunch by Restaurant Associates. A nonrefundable prepayment of $18 (plus tax) is required. Call 301-581-5108 for availability.

Junkyard Saints. The Saints invite kids to join them in an exploration of the Louisiana musical styles of zydeco and "second line" drumming Outdoors at Strathmore, 7 p.m. BBQ ribs, pulled pork, veggie burgers, hot dogs, side dishes, desserts, soda, water, beer and wine are available for purchase at Bruce’s BBQ Shack during Strathmore’s Free Outdoor Concert Series. Visit www.strathmore.org.

<cal1>Thursday/July 26

<cal2>Summer Concert. The Bethesda summer concert series will take place 6-8 p.m., Veterans Park at the corner of Norfolk and Woodmont Aves., Bethesda. Call 301-215-6660.

Family Films. Come watch films based on popular picture books at Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 10:30 a.m. A librarian will read a story and do stretches with the children. No registration required. Call 240-777-0690.

Baseball. Bethesda Big Train Baseball will play the Herndon Braves at Povich Field, 10600 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for children. The nights theme will be Picture, Autograph and Hungry for Music night. Visit www.bigtrain.org.

Half Pint Kid’s Club. Make Mud Pies at the Whole Foods Market, 5269 River Road, Bethesda, 4-5 p.m. Ages 3-11. Free. Call 301-984-4860.

Music and Dance. Maggie’s Music, a Celtic celebration at the Strathmore Backyard Theater for Children, 10701 Rockville Pike 9:30 and 11:30 am. Adults and children 3 and up. Cost is $6. Call 301-581-5100.

Backyard Theater: Goombay. Performing music from Jamaica, Trinidad, Cuba, Martinique, Puerto Rico, and the Bahamas, Goombay also highlights the multi-lingual aspect of the islands, teaching musical phrases in Spanish, French, and Creole along the way at the Backyard Theater Stage at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, 9:30 and 11:30 a.m. Bring blankets. Cost is $6. Visit www.strathmore.org.

BSO Summer MusicFest: Beethoven’s Symphony No. 9. The BSO at Strathmore concludes Summer MusicFest with Beethoven’s epic ninth symphony, complete with chorus and the beloved "Ode to Joy" at the Music Center at Strathmore, 8 p.m. All tickets $30. Visit www.strathmore.org.

<cal1>Friday/July 27

<cal2>Contra Dance. The Friday Night Dancers presents traditional American dancing including contra dances, square dances, and several waltzes. Contra dance lesson from 7:30-8:15 p.m. Dance from 8:30-11:30 p.m. to the Glen Echo Open Band, $8, in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park. Contact info@fridaynightdance.org, or visit www.fridaynightdance.org.

Baseball. Bethesda Big Train Baseball will play Thunderbolts at Povich Field, 10600 Westlake Drive, Bethesda, 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $7 for adults and $3 for children. The nights theme will be volunteer and host family appreciation night. Visit www.bigtrain.org.

Friday Night Bats. It's the height of bat season at Locust Grove, 7777 Democracy Blvd., Bethesda. Come learn about our nocturnal neighbors, eavesdrop on their ultrasonic calls, and marvel at their aerial maneuvers, 7:30-9 p.m. Ages 5 and up. Cost $2. Register at www.parkpass.org.

<cal1>Saturday/July 28

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Swing Dance. The Tom Cunningham Orchestra with a special appearance by dance legend Jean Veloz, of "Groovie Movie" fame. Beginning swing lesson at 8 p.m. is followed by the band from 9 p.m. to midnight. Admission is $15 for adults, $8 for kids 13 and under. In the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park. Contact tom@tomcunningham.com.

Italian Wine Tasting. Wine and appetizers sponsored by Centro Restaurant, B-CC Beer & Wine and Bella Italia at Bella Italia, 4844 Bethesda Ave., 6-8 p.m. Ages 21 and up. Free. Call 301-654-2667.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

English Language Conversation Club. Join in practicing and improving your spoken English with the help of volunteers leading discussions at the Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 3 p.m. Call 240-777-0690.

<cal1>Sunday/July 29

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Italian Wine Tasting. Wine and appetizers sponsored by Centro Restaurant, B-CC Beer & Wine and Bella Italia at Bella Italia, 4844 Bethesda Ave., 6-8 p.m. Ages 21 and up. Free. Call 301-654-2667.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

Contra & Square Dance. The Folklore Society of Greater Washington presents traditional American dancing with a focus on New England style contra dances, and including square dances, country mixers, waltzes and other couple dances. The newcomers' welcome lesson is at 7 p.m., followed by called dances from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Admission is $12 nonmembers/$9 FSGW members. In the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park. Contact 202-518-1299 or visit www.fsgw.org.

Sunday Blues. The Glen Echo Park Partnership presents a Blues Dance with live music playing a mix of traditional and contemporary blues music. For dancers who want to learn more about slow blues dancing, Mike Marcotte and Donna Barker offer a blues lesson from 7-8:30 p.m. Dancing runs until 11:30 p.m. No partner required. $12, in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park. Contact dbarker@glenechopark.org.

<cal1>Monday/July 30

<cal2>Storytime. Enjoy Monday morning story time at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4801 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda, 11 a.m. For toddlers ages 3 and under. Call 301-986-1761.

<cal1>Tuesday/July 31

<cal2>Wee Travellers. Stories, songs, Games, and DVDs for the youngest travelers on the Reading Road Trip at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road Bethesda, 10:30 a.m. Call 240-777-0970.

Afternoon Tea. The soothing sounds of local musicians fill the room, as you enjoy Afternoon Tea in the cozy atmosphere of The Shapiro Music Room at the Mansion at Strathmore, 1 p.m. Strathmore Blend Tea is specially made for us by Master Tea Blender John Harney of Connecticut, and is served with a light lunch by Restaurant Associates. A nonrefundable prepayment of $18 (plus tax) is required. Call 301-581-5108 for availability.

<cal1>Wednesday/Aug. 1

<cal2>Wild Birds. Well-known artist and naturalist, Lois Auer, will introduce a few of her raptor friends at the Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 7 p.m. Learn all about these amazing birds. Register by calling.

Little Bit of Blues. Celebrate the release of local blues band Little Bit of Blues new CD outdoors at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda, 7 p.m. Free. BBQ food available. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.

<cal1>Thursday/Aug. 2

<cal2>Opera Night Live. Entertainment and four course Italian meal at Trattoria Sorrento, 4930 Cordell Ave., Bethesda, 7-9pm. Cost is $48. Call 301-718-0344.

Mike Rose Magic. Enjoy an action-packed magic show at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road, Bethesda, 7 p.m. Fun for the whole family. Call 240-777-0970.

Family Films. Come watch films based on popular picture books at Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 10:30 a.m. A librarian will read a story and do stretches with the children. No registration required. Call 240-777-0690.

<cal1>Friday/Aug. 3

<cal2>Fun in the Sun. Color a beach ball and create magic noodles at Cabin John Mall Atrium, 11325 Seven Locks Road, Potomac. Enjoy story time with finger puppets with Perfect Parties by Terrye.

Contra Dance. The Friday Night Dancers presents traditional American dancing including contra dances, square dances, and several waltzes. Contra dance lesson from 7:30-8:15 p.m. Dance from 8:30-11:30 p.m. to the Glen Echo Open Band, $8, in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park. Contact info@fridaynightdance.org, or visit www.fridaynightdance.org.

Swingin’ the Blues. The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture presents Swingin' the Blues for a soothing 'end of the work-week' dance in the Bumper Car Pavillion at Glen Echo Park. Choose either an introductory West Coast Swing lesson with Helen Tocco, or a slow Blues lesson with Mike and Donna, from 8-9 p.m. Then follow that with music from the Idle Americans till midnight. The $13 admission includes the lesson. Contact Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or dbarker@glenechopark.org.

Dance Concerts. Enjoy swing, oldies and more in the outdoor plaza at 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda, 6-9 p.m. Free. Call 301-652-4988.

<cal1>Saturday/Aug. 4

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Summer Celebration. Join the National Lutheran Home, 9701 Veirs Drive, Rockville, for a celebration of summer including an Alzheimer’s Memory Walk, Red Cross blood drive, local police and fire departments, food and fun, 8 a .m. – 1 p.m. Call 301-424-9560, ext. 207.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

English Language Conversation Club. Join in practicing and improving your spoken English with the help of volunteers leading discussions at the Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 3 p.m. Call 240-777-0690.

Climb Wall Weekend. Get ready to climb at Discovery Creek Children’s Museum at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. View the Forest Tales exhibit, explore the trails that lead to the creek, and get crafty with arts and crafts. Members and children under 2 are free, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

Swing Dance. The Washington Swing Dance Committee will present Jimmy & the Blue Dogs, 8 p.m. to midnight in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park. Contact Derek at 301-340-9732 or wsdcvolunteer@hotmail.com.

Bethesda Farmers Market. Fresh fruits, vegetables, breads and more for sale at Veterans Park, corner of Norfolk and Woodmont Avenues, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free. Call 301-215-6660.

<cal1>Sunday/Aug. 5

<cal2>Summer Sounds in the Park. The David Bach Consort will perform at Cabin John Regional Park, 7400 Tuckerman Lane, Rockville, 7 p.m. Free. Call 301-777-6820.

Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

Climb Wall Weekend. Get ready to climb at Discovery Creek Children’s Museum at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo, 10 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. View the Forest Tales exhibit, explore the trails that lead to the creek, and get crafty with arts and crafts. Members and children under 2 are free, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

Waltz. Waltz Time presents a beginning waltz lesson from 3-3:30 p.m., followed by an afternoon of waltzes and other couples dances in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park. Dancing from 3:30-6 p.m. to the music of Crowfoot. Cost is $8. Contact 202-238-0230 or info@waltztimedances.org.

Contra and Square Dance. The Folklore Society of Greater Washington presents traditional American dancing with a focus on New England style contra dances, and including square dances, country mixers, waltzes and other couple dances. All dances are taught, and no partner is necessary. The newcomers' welcome lesson is at 7 p.m., followed by called dances from 7:30-10:30 p.m. Cost is $12 nonmembers/$9 FSGW members. Contact 202-518-1299 or www.fsgw.org.

Voices of the River. Join the fiddle-guitar duo Kitchen Gorilla for some fiddlin' on the porch, 4-5 p.m. At the River Center at Lockhouse 8, C&O Canal National Historical Park, Cabin John. To RSVP for this free event, contact Judy Welles at welles@potomac.org or 301-608-1188.

<cal1>Monday/Aug. 6

Storytime. Enjoy Monday morning story time at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4801 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda, 11 a.m. For toddlers ages 3 and under. Call 301-986-1761.

<cal1>Tuesday/Aug. 7

<cal2>Wee Travellers. Stories, songs, Games, and DVDs for the youngest travelers on the Reading Road Trip at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road Bethesda, 10:30 a.m. Call 240-777-0970.

Bethesda Farmers Market. Fresh fruits, vegetables, breads and more for sale at Veterans Park, corner of Norfolk and Woodmont Avenues, 10 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Free. Call 301-215-6660.

Chinese Book Discussion. Chinese book discussion in Chinese language at the Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 7 p.m. This months book will be "Love Story of Yu Dafu and Wang Yingxia." Ask for the book at the Circulation Desk. Two hours. Call 240-777-0690.

<cal1>Wednesday/Aug. 8

<cal2>Focus Music. The Cyd Cassone Band and Siobhan Quinn & Michael Bowers will perform at O’Brien’s BBQ, 387 East Gude Drive, Rockville, 8 p.m. Tickets $15/general, $12/member. Call 703-380-3151.

Yardley the Dog. Learn about guiding eye dogs and meet, Yardley, a dog-in-training at the Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 7 p.m. Register calling 240-777-0690.

Fiction Book Group. Discuss fiction literature at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4801 Bethesda, Ave., Bethesda, 7:30 p.m. Call 301-986-1761.

<cal1>Thursday/Aug. 9

<cal2>Family Films. Come watch films based on popular picture books at Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Drive, Potomac, 10:30 a.m. A librarian will read a story and do stretches with the children. No registration required. Call 240-777-0690.

Meet the Author. Meet Katherine C. Grier author of "Pets in America: A History" at Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4801 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda, 7:30 p.m. Call 301-986-1761.

<cal1>Friday/Aug. 10

<cal2>Contra Dance. The Friday Night Dancers presents traditional American dancing including contra dances, square dances, and several waltzes. Contra dance lesson from 7:30-8:15 p.m. Dance from 8:30-11:30 p.m. to the Glen Echo Open Band, $8, in the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park. Contact info@fridaynightdance.org, or visit www.fridaynightdance.org.

Salsa Dance. High Energy Productions presents a Salsa Dance with a Salsa lesson from 8-9 p.m., taught by Keith Givens, followed by dancing to incredible live music until midnight by a Salsa band in the Bumper Car Pavilion at Glen Echo Park. Cost is $12. Visit www.oohsalsa.com. Contact Keith Givens at searchernet@comcast.net.

Bethesda Art Walk. The Art Walk runs from 6-9 p.m. in downtown Bethesda and features 13 galleries and studios open late. Free. Call 301-215-6660.

Dance Concerts. Enjoy swing, oldies and more in the outdoor plaza at 3 Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda, 6-9 p.m. Free. Call 301-652-4988.

<cal1>Saturday/Aug. 11

<cal2> Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

<cal1>Sunday/Aug. 12

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

<cal1>Tuesday/Aug. 14

<cal2>Wee Travellers. Stories, songs, Games, and DVDs for the youngest travelers on the Reading Road Trip at Bethesda Library, 7400 Arlington Road Bethesda, 10:30 a.m. Call 240-777-0970.

<cal1>Saturday/Aug. 18

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

<cal1>Sunday/Aug. 19

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

<cal1>Wednesday/Aug. 22

<cal2>Focus Music. Dave Nachmanoff will perform at O’Brien’s BBQ, 387 East Gude Drive, Rockville, 8 p.m. Tickets $15/general, $12/member. Call 703-380-3151.

<cal1>Saturday/Aug. 25

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

<cal1>Sunday/Aug. 26

<cal2>Carousel Tours. 12 p.m. at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Park Tours. Walking tours of Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd, Glen Echo begin at 2 p.m. A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. Admission is free and the tour is also offered by appointment at 301-492-6229. Visit www.nps.gov/glec.

Weekend Nature Program. Come visit Discovery Creek Children's Museum Forest Tales exhibition. Spend quality time with the entire family while participating in engaging science and nature activities at the Stable at Glen Echo Park, located near the park entrance, 10 a.m. - 3 p.m. Admission is free for members and children under 2, $5 for nonmembers. Call 202-337-5111 to make arrangements or visit www.discoverycreek.org.

Summer Sounds in the Park. Speed and Thro will perform at Cabin John Regional Park, 7400 Tuckerman Lane, Rockville, 7 p.m. Free. Call 301-777-6820.