Olney

After six years, a Montgomery County landmark is officially back. The Olney Ale House, which has stood in some form since 1924, has reopened its doors following a full rebuild and renovation after the devastating 2019 fire that shuttered the beloved restaurant. A “first look” video is available below by Taste MoCo.

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Announcement

Reserve your spot for an after-hour event with multi-disciplinary artist Sky Hopinka, Thursday, Nov. 5, 6–9 PM. Experience monumental nature-inspired artworks in the Water’s Edge exhibition, make your own artwork to take home at the National Museum of the American Indian.

Sky Hopinka’s photo and video art—including This is a mnemonic for Truman Lowe in the museum’s collection—shares Truman Lowe’s interest in Indigenous homelands, cultural knowledge, and traditional practices. Hopinka contributed to the exhibition catalog for Water’s Edge: The Art of Truman Lowe, writing on Lowe’s lasting impact on his work. Hopinka joins the museum for this special after hours event featuring a screening of three of his short video works followed by a discussion with Rebecca Head Trautmann, Assistant Curator of Contemporary Art and exhibition curator, along with art-making activities, and time to enjoy Lowe’s work currently on view.   Sky Hopinka has been widely recognized for his experimental short films and photo-based works. A MacArthur Fellow, Guggenheim Fellow, and Forge Project Fellow, his work has been shown in major film festivals, museums, and international exhibitions and is in numerous prominent museum collections. Hopinka is currently an assistant professor in the department of Art, Film, and Visual Studies at Harvard University. 


Event

Scorpio season is shedding season. Let the healing power of gongs help you release what no longer serves you!
Gongs have been used since ancient times to banish evil spirits, dispel negative energy and invite sacred intention. Gongs can lead you into the parts of yourself that are ready to be shed so a new cycle can begin. This sound bath will feature four gongs and other healing instruments.
Blankets, mats and bolsters are provided. Dress comfortably.
Tickets on Eventbrite


Bethesda

Nan Xiang Soup Dumplings, the Michelin-recommended restaurant known for its authentic Shanghai-style xiao long bao, held its grand opening celebration on Tuesday, October 28th at Westfield Montgomery Mall in Bethesda.

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Crime

A 44 year old Takoma Park man has been arrested and charged with multiple counts of peeping tom after police say he disguised himself as a woman to record women in a Germantown gym locker room, and detectives are asking any additional victims to come forward. (more…)


Gaithersburg

The City of Gaithersburg is celebrating and honoring Native American Heritage Month in November with an educational presentation and proclamation highlighting the culture, heritage, and achievements of our Native American neighbors.

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