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Zumba at Village Yoga. Are you ready to party yourself into shape? That’s exactly what the Zumba program is all about. It’s an exhilarating, effective, easy-to-follow, Latin-inspired, calorie-burning dance fitness-party that’s moving millions of people toward joy and health. Come join the fun at Village Yoga! Classes are held on Tuesday nights, 7:15 p.m.-8:15 p.m., and Saturday mornings 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Village Yoga, 10154 River Road, Potomac. Call 301-299-1948.
Beginner’s Yoga Classes at Village Yoga. Village Yoga is adding a new Beginner’s Yoga Class on Mondays, 8-9 p.m. Continues our Thursday, 7:30-8:45 p.m. Beginner’s Gentle Flow class as well. For all new local students - $10 for the entire first week. Must be used on your first visit to the studio. Special for all yogis this month – 4-pack of classes for $48. Village Yoga, 10154 River Road, Potomac. 301-299-1948. www.villageyogayogi.com .
Now through June 23
Strathmore Unleashed. Canine-themed art exhibit at Strathmore. Opening reception on Thursday, May 3 from 7 to 9 p.m. A Yappy Hour is from 6 to 7 p.m. Well-socialized dogs are welcome in the Mansion for Yappy Hour. Call 301-581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Now Through Sept. 16
Wings of Fancy - Live Butterfly and Caterpillar Exhibit. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily. Surround yourself with hundreds of African, Asian, Costa Rican, and North American species of butterflies flying freely inside a Conservatory. Enjoy learning about the life cycle of these amazing creatures, and what you can do to attract native caterpillars and butterflies to your backyard as we “think globally, and act locally.” Fees: $6 adults; $4 ages 3-12; or purchase a “Frequent Visitor Pass” and enjoy unlimited return visits this season. Groups of 15 or more by appointment only, call 301-962-1467 for reservations. Call 301-962-1453. www.brooksidegardens.org; Brookside Gardens South Conservatory, 1500 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton.
Now Through Oct. 27
Bethesda Freshfarm Market. Held Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Will offer fresh fruits, vegetables, organic meats and artisan cheeses. At Norfolk Avenue, between Fairmont and St. Elmo Avenues in Bethesda. In addition, the market will feature special events. On the first Saturday of each month, Master Gardeners will table at the market to answer gardening questions. From July 7 through Aug. 11, Boordy Vineyards will be a market guest selling wines made from Maryland grown grapes. And on the last Saturday of each month a local chef will give cooking demonstrations at the market. Featured chefs include Frederik de Pue of Smith Commons; Domenico Cornacchia of Assaggi Restaurant and Mozzarella Bar; James Gee of Jaleo (Bethesda) and Debbie Amster of Nourishing Possibilities. Call 301-215-6660 or visit www.bethesa.org.
Wednesday/May 16
Singer-songwriter Owen Danoff. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. Part of Strathmore Art After Hours. At the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Thursday/May 17
Slow Blues and Swing Dance. Admission is $8. Slow blues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m.; dancing from 9 to 11:30 p.m. With DJ Mike Marcotte and Guests. At the Back Room, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or go to info@CapitalBlues.org or www.CapitalBlues.org.
Potomac Cuddleups. 10:30 a.m. Stories, rhymes and songs for babies from birth to 11 months and their caregivers. No registration required. At Potomac Library.
Friday/May 18
Bike to Work this Month. 6 to 9 a.m. Join in the fun and fitness as the City of Rockville takes part in National Bike to Work Day. The City will host two pit stops for riders: one on East Montgomery Avenue, in front of Regal Cinemas, and the other in front of the Transit Center in the Fallsgrove community. Pit stops will feature refreshments, bicycle services and information about how to use your bicycle to get to work every day. Pre-registrants receive a free T-shirt that can be picked up at one of the Rockville pit stops. Register at www.biketoworkmetrodc.org. Contact Matt Folden at mfolden@rockvillemd.gov or 240-314-8509.
Water Safety Day. 4 to 7 p.m. Free. At Rockville Swim and Fitness Center, 355 Martins Lane, Rockville. The event will include information stations that provide resources on a variety of topics, including swim level testing, the importance of personal flotation devices, how to safely reach and assist someone struggling in the water and the importance of sunscreen to prevent skin damage. Call Carrie Headen at 240-777-8060.
Saturday/May 19
Farm Volunteer Day. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Activities include: 10 to 11 a.m. — Volunteer Teacher Review Training Session; 11 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.; Introduction to Reiki Fundraiser ($20 including lunch); 12:30 to 1 p.m. — Farm Tour; 1 to 3 p.m. — Farm work project. At Brickyard Educational Farm, 8565 Horseshoe Lane, Potomac. Visit https://sites.google.com/site/brickyardeducationalfarm/volunteer-farm-day
Grateful Shredding Event. 9 a.m. to noon. Free with suggested donation of $5/box. The Clara Barton Community Center has scheduled a secure shredding event at 7425 MacArthur Blvd., in Cabin John. In addition to paper records, there's no problem shredding paper clips, staples, rubber bands, folders, binder clips, hanging folders (even with metal strips, and labels). If you need to borrow a hand truck or have help in loading boxes at your home, contact Leslie Barden 301-365-1311 or Lou Lombardo 301-365-0412 before the day of the event.
Gala in the Park Dance. Tickets are $25. Includes a swing dance lesson, dancing to the Daryl Davis Band, dessert by Georgetown Cupcake, carousel rides and more. Proceeds support the arts programs and historic buildings at Glen Echo Park. This year, the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is offering a chance to win a free Member Coupon to everyone who buys a ticket to their Gala Dance online atwww.glenechopark.org/gala-dance-2012. Member Coupons can be used for free admission to one dance at the Park (under $20) or for many other arts activities as well.
Gardening Open House. 10 a.m. to noon. Free. Hear a presentation on “Vegetable Gardening for Beginners” and mini-talks about growing different types of edibles, gardening in containers, making salad tables, taking soil samples and caring for your gardening tools. At Montgomery County Extension Agricultural History Farm Park, 18410 Muncaster Road, Derwood.
Debussy's Martyrdom of St. Sebastian. 8 p.m. Featuring the National Philharmonic. Pre-concert lecture at 6:45 p.m. in the Concert Hall. Featuring Audrey Luna, soprano; Rosa Lamoreaux, soprano; Linda Maguire, mezzo-soprano; Eliot Pfanstiehl, narrator; National Philharmonic Chorale and Stan Engebretson, conductor. At the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda.
Strut Your Mutt Dog Parade and Festival. 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Admission: $25 per dog — free to spectators
Benefitting: Bethesda Chevy Chase Rotary Club Foundation and the Montgomery County Humane Society. The dog parade will start at 10:45 a.m., followed by owner/dog contests, as well as 30 dog-related exhibitors, a dozen animal rescue groups and a kiddie park, with moonbounces and games. There will also be dog training performances at 12:30, and 1:30 p.m. Visit www.strutyourmuttbethesda.org or call 301-523-7794.
Strawberry Festival. 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Features new clothing, jewelry, housewares and more from area vendors. A free concert with John Henry, "The Guitar Playing Mahn" from 10:30 to 11:30 a.m. At Potomac United Methodist Church/Parish Center, 9908 South Glen Road, at the intersection of Falls and Democracy Blvd., Potomac. Contact Laura O'Keefe, 240-277-5439, lkhaser@yahoo.com.
Sunday/May 20
Organ Grinders Gather. 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The 16th annual performance by street organ grinders will take place at the C&O Canal National Park, 11710 MacArthur Blvd., Potomac. There will also be demonstrations of a variety of antique music boxes and other mechanical music devices. The free event is sponsored by the National Capital Chapter of the Musical Box Society International. There is a $5 per car park entrance fee. Call 301-598-4768.
Bullis Gives Back 5k/2.5k Run and Walk. 10 a.m. to raise money for Stepping Stones Shelter and Habitat for Humanity. All are invited, with activities and events for children and adults — music, food, games and run or walk in either race on the cross-country trail or in the 400m Kids Fun Run on the track. Fox 5's Julie Wright and Tucker Barnes will emcee. At Bullis School, 10601 Falls Road, Potomac. Visit www.bullisgivesback.org or call 301-299-8500.
Waltz Dance. 3:30 to 6 p.m. Admission is $10. With the band, Swallowtail. Waltz Workshop from 2:45 to 3:30 p.m.; dancing from 3:30 to 6 p.m. At the Spanish Ballroom at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Joan Koury at 202-238-0230 or Glen Echo Park at 301-634-2222, go to www.WaltzTimeDances.org or e-mail info@WaltzTimeDances.org.
Charity Fashion Show. 4 p.m. George Bacchus Salon and Spa will host a Spring Charity Fashion Show at Woodmont Country Club, 1201 Rockville Pike, Rockville. Tickets are $75; VIP Admission is $175. All net proceeds benefit The Children's National Medical Center in the District. Purchase tickets online at www.gbsfashionforcharity.eventbrite.com
or at George Bacchus Salon. Email
eclott@georgebacchus.com.
May 20 and May 21
Potomac Spring House Tour. 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. Sponsored by Congregation Har Shalom and featuring five Potomac-area homes of distinctive quality. Tickets are $25/person. Purchase on-line or by mail using a paper form or at Congregation Har Shalom, 11510 Falls Road, Potomac. Enjoy a breakfast bagel at Har Shalom's "House Tour CafÈ" on Sunday, May 20 from 9 to 11 a.m. Raffle prizes include sports events, shopping experiences and dinners at area restaurants. The drawing will be on May 21, 4 p.m. For questions, email at info@potomachousetour.org or call 301-299-7087, ext. 336. Visit www.PotomacHouseTour.org
Monday/May 21
50+ Employment Expo. Free. Featuring 40 employers, 30 community resources, two resume reviewing rooms, seven seminars addressing issues pertinent to seniors looking for employment. At the North Bethesda Marriott Hotel and Conference Center. All vendors need to register by contacting Micki Gordon at mgordon@AccessJCA.org. Call 301-255-4209.
Tuesday/May 22
Housing Unlimited's Welcome Home Celebration. 6:30 to 9 p.m. The nonprofit organization provides affordable housing for people with psychiatric disabilities. It is in the process of purchasing its 50th home and will serve 140 people. At the Bethesda Hyatt Hotel, One Bethesda Metro Center, Bethesda. Contact Marjorie Goldman, Housing Unlimited, 301-758-8888 or mgmagoo@gmail.com
Flower Arranging Class. 7:30 p.m. Potomac Village Garden Club and the Women of St. Francis Episcopal Church will offer a free flower arranging class in St. Francis Hall, 10033 River Rd. Potomac. Award-winning flower arranger Marianne Enger and Carol Jarvis will offer a flower design demonstration and conditioning of flowers. Both women are members of St. Francis Church and the Potomac Village Garden Club. RSVP to 301-365-2055 the church office or 301-299-4296, Carol Jarvis.
Wednesday/May 23
Matthew Modine: Screening & Conversation. 7:30 p.m. Three short films by Matthew Modine: "Jesus Was a Commie," "I Think I Thought," and "To Kill an American." Followed by a Q&A with Matthew Modine. At the AFI Silver Theatre, 8633 Colesville Road, Silver Spring.
Soprano Laura Strickling. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. Part of Strathmore Art After Hours. At the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Thursday/May 24
Slow Blues and Swing Dance. Admission is $8. Slow blues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m.; dancing from 9 to 11:30 p.m. With DJ Mike Marcotte and Guests. At the Back Room, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or go to info@CapitalBlues.org or www.CapitalBlues.org.
Saturday/May 26
BSO Concert: Beethoven’s Ninth. 8 p.m. With Peter Oundjian, conductor; Joyce El-Khoury, soprano BSO Debut. Tickets range from $34 to $68 and are available through the BSO Ticket Office, 410-783-8000 or BSOmusic.org. At the Music Center at Strathmore.
May 26 to May 28
Hometown Holidays Festival. Featuring two days of music, entertainment, food, crafts and the City of Rockville's annual Memorial Day Ceremony and Parade. Rising Country Star Easton Corbin to headline. With 40 bands and entertainers on seven stages at Rockville's Town Center. For more information about the weekend's events, visit the website at www.rockvillemd.gov/hth, or find the festival on Facebook at www.facebook.com/RockvilleHometownHolidays or twitter @RockvilleHTH.
Sunday/May 27
"Bach: From Practice to Performance." 11:30 a.m. Charles Powers, a cellist with the U.S. Marine Corps' orchestra, "The President's Own," will perform at River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation. He will also discuss the music he will be playing — selections from the Bach "Canon." At River Road Unitarian Universalist Congregation, Fireside Room, 6301 River Road, Bethesda; visit www.rruuc.org, or call 301-229-0400.
Wednesday/May 30
Singer-songwriter Flo Anito. 7:30 p.m. Tickets are $15. Part of Strathmore Art After Hours. At the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Thursday/May 31
BSO Classical Concert: Mozart and Beethoven. 8 p.m. Featuring G¸nther Herbig, conductor; Jonathan Biss, piano; Mozart: Symphony No. 40; Beethoven: Piano Concerto No. 3; Schubert: Symphony No. 6. At the Music Center at Strathmore. Tickets range from $28 to $88 and are available through the BSO Ticket Office, 410-783-8000 or BSOmusic.org.
Slow Blues and Swing Dance. Admission is $8. Slow blues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m.; dancing from 9 to 11:30 p.m. With DJ Mike Marcotte and Guests. At the Back Room, Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or go to info@CapitalBlues.org or www.CapitalBlues.org.
Saturday/June 2
Tommy Tune. Steps in Time, A Broadway Biography in Song and Dance. 2 and 8 p.m. Tickets: $28-$58 (Stars Price $25.20-$52.20). At the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
June 2 and 3
Washington Folk Festival. Noon to 7 p.m. Features 450 of the best musicians, storytellers, dancers and crafters from the area. The Festival has presented music and dance from India, Mongolia, North Africa, Ireland, Scotland, France, Israel, Brazil, Bulgaria, Guatemala, Iran, Turkey, Japan, Spain and from across the USA. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo
Saturday/June 2
National Trails Day. 9 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. At the River Center at Lock 8, Cabin John.
Wednesday/June 6
Karen Collins and the Backroads Band, Country. 7:30 p.m. Part of Strathmore Art After Hours. At the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. For information or to purchase tickets, call 301-581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Zemer Chai Concert. 8 p.m. Heartbeats in Harmony features guests artists The Robyn Helzner Trio, Cantor Scott Sokol, Alexander Kugler and a new commission by renowned composer Alice Parker. At Ohr Kodesh Congregation, 8300 Meadowbrook Lane, Chevy Chase. Tickets can be ordered at www.ZemerChai.org. Preferred tickets are $40; General Admission is $20 in advance and $25 at the door. Call 301-963-3462.
Thursday, June 7
Slow Blues and Swing Dance. Dancing from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Admission is $8. With DJ Mike Marcotte and Guests. Slow Blues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m. At the Back Room at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or go to info@CapitalBlues.org or www.CapitalBlues.org.
Saturday/June 9
Classical Concert: Salerno-Sonnenberg Plays Tchaikovsky. 8 p.m. Featuring Marin Alsop, conductor; Nadja Salerno-Sonnenberg, violin; Kevin Puts: Symphony No. 4, “From Mission San Juan Bautista;” Tchaikovsky: Violin Concerto; Stravinsky: The Rite of Spring. At the Music Center at Strathmore. Tickets range from $34 to $68 and are available through the BSO Ticket Office, 410-783-8000 or BSOmusic.org.
Wednesday/June 13
Veronneau, World-Jazz. 7:30 p.m. Tickets: $15 (Stars Price $13.50). Part of Strathmore Art After Hours. At the Mansion at Strathmore, 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. For information or to purchase tickets, call 301-581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Thursday, June 14
Slow Blues and Swing Dance. Dancing from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Admission is $8. With DJ Mike Marcotte and Guests. Slow Blues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m. At the Back Room at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or go to info@CapitalBlues.org or www.CapitalBlues.org.
June 15 to July 1
"Fiddler on the Roof." Part of the Summer Dinner Theater performances. ” Performances will take place June 15-16, 22-24 and June 29-July 1. On Friday and Saturday night performances, the doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with a show time of 8:15 p.m. On Sunday, the doors will open at 12:30 p.m., with a 2:15 p.m. show time. Tickets for Summer Dinner Theatre are $46.50 for adults and $34.50 for children ages 12 and under. Prices include the performance and a full dinner buffet. At Theatre Arts Arena on the College’s Rockville Campus, located at 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, Md. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/sdt or call 240-567-7676.
Wednesday/June 20
Cake for Dinner (Featuring members of Scythian). 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda.
Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Thursday, June 21
Slow Blues and Swing Dance. Dancing from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Admission is $8. With DJ Mike Marcotte and Guests. Slow Blues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m. At the Back Room at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or go to info@CapitalBlues.org or www.CapitalBlues.org.
June 25 to Aug. 3
Fun All Summer Long. 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. $350 for six weeks. Activities are well planned, supervised and cool for hot days. Play with old friends and make new ones. Summer Fun Center keeps things hopping with creative/fun crafts, sports, games, drama, music and special events. At the Clara Barton Summer Fun Center, 7425 MacArthur Blvd., Cabin John. Call 301-229-0010.
Wednesday/June 27
Stephane Wrembel. 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Stephane Wrembel. 7 p.m. Free. Will perform from new album, Origins. At Strathmore Symphony Hall, 10701 Rockville Pike North Bethesda. Contact 301-581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org
Thursday, June 28
Slow Blues and Swing Dance. Dancing from 9 to 11:30 p.m. Admission is $8. With DJ Mike Marcotte and Guests. Slow Blues lesson from 8:15 to 9 p.m. At the Back Room at Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Call Donna Barker at 301-634-2231 or go to info@CapitalBlues.org or www.CapitalBlues.org.
Saturday/June 30
Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. til midnight. Admission is $15. One-hour lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. Featuring the Tom Cunningham Orchestra who will be joined on stage with the Uptown Vocal Jazz Quartet. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Visit www.tomcunningham.com/calendar.
July 13 to July 29
"Hairspray." Part of the Summer Dinner Theater performances. ” Performances will take place July 13-14, 20-22, 27-29. The June 24, July 1, 22 and 29 shows are Sunday matinees. On Friday and Saturday night performances, the doors will open at 6:30 p.m., with a show time of 8:15 p.m. On Sunday, the doors will open at 12:30 p.m., with a 2:15 p.m. show time. Tickets for Summer Dinner Theatre are $46.50 for adults and $34.50 for children ages 12 and under. Prices include the performance and a full dinner buffet. At Theatre Arts Arena on the College’s Rockville Campus, located at 51 Mannakee Street, Rockville, Md. For more information or to purchase tickets, visit www.montgomerycollege.edu/sdt or call 240-567-7676.
Tuesday/June 19
Mommy & Me (& Daddy, Too!). 10 a.m. to noon. At Rockville Town Square. Mommy & Me (& Daddy Too!) on the Square meets for a special morning out on the third Tuesday of each month, with active learning and creative play at all your favorite stores! There are lunch specials, story time, arts & crafts, sing-a-longs, prizes, and a whole lot more!
Visit http://rockvilletownsquare.com/events/mommy-and-me/
Register today: http://rockvilletownsquare.com/register/
June 19 - located on The Plaza;
July 17 - located on The Plaza;
Aug. 21- located on The Plaza;
Sept 18 - located on The Plaza;
Oct. 16 - located on The Plaza;
Nov. 20 - located in The Library, First Floor;
Dec. 18 - located in The Library, First Floor.
Friday/June 22
Ahmad Jamal. 8 p.m. Renowned jazz pianist shares tracks from 2012 album Blue Moon, first recording in three years. Presented by Strathmore and Blues Alley. Tickets are $28 to $68. At the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Wednesday/July 11
Incwell and The Free World. 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Thursday/July 12
"Snowday." 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $8. Part of Strathmore's Backyard Theater for Children. At the Mansion at Strathmore (Backyard Theater Stage), 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Wednesday/July 18
Elijah Balbed Quintet. 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Thursday/July 19
"Recess Monkey." 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $8. Part of Strathmore's Backyard Theater for Children. At the Mansion at Strathmore (Backyard Theater Stage), 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Wednesday/July 25
Lyndsey Highlander. 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Thursday/July 26
"Moona Luna." 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $8. Part of Strathmore's Backyard Theater for Children. At the Mansion at Strathmore (Backyard Theater Stage), 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Saturday/July 28
Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. til midnight. Admission is $15. One-hour lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. With the Tom Cunningham Orchestra. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Visit www.tomcunningham.com/calendar.
Wednesday/Aug. 1
The Bachata Legends: Joan Soriano. 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Thursday/Aug. 2
"Farafina Kan." 9:30 a.m. and 11:30 a.m. Tickets are $8. Part of Strathmore's Backyard Theater for Children. At the Mansion at Strathmore (Backyard Theater Stage), 10701 Rockville Pike, North Bethesda. Visit www.strathmore.org or call 301-581-5100.
Wednesday/Aug. 8
Marti Brom. 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Wednesday/Aug. 15
UkeFest 2012. 7 p.m. Part of Strathmore's Free Summer Outdoor Concert Series. At the Gudelsky Concert Pavilion at the Music Center at Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Lane, North Bethesda. Call 301- 581-5100 or visit www.strathmore.org.
Aug. 25
Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. til midnight. Admission is $15. One-hour lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. With the Tom Cunningham Orchestra. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Visit www.tomcunningham.com/calendar.
Sept. 22
Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. til midnight. Admission is $15. One-hour lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. With the Tom Cunningham Orchestra. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Visit www.tomcunningham.com/calendar.
Oct. 27
Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. til midnight. Admission is $15. One-hour lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. With the Tom Cunningham Orchestra. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Visit www.tomcunningham.com/calendar.
Dec. 22
Swing Dancing. 9 p.m. til midnight. Admission is $15. One-hour lesson from 8 to 9 p.m. With the Tom Cunningham Orchestra. At Glen Echo Park, 7300 MacArthur Blvd., Glen Echo. Visit www.tomcunningham.com/calendar.