Outdoor comedy show, puppet theater, skateboarding, and more! We have events this week for teens, children, families, and adults. These are this week’s Parks’ Picks!
ComedY: Montgomery Parks teams up with Improbable Comedy to celebrate Pride Month with Pride in the Park: An LGBTQ Comedy Show(opens in a new tab) on Thursday, June 9. Seating begins at 6 pm and show at 7 pm. Free admission! Recommended for individuals seventeen and older. Food and beer vendors onsite. Bring chairs and blankets. This program is part of our Parks Playhouse summer performance series.
Skateboarding: Grab your boards and helmets and head to Olney Manor Skate Park for Skate Night(opens in a new tab) on Friday, June 10, from 6 pm to 8 pm. This open skate event also features local skaters Shreddie Mercury and Deja Brown. Free admission! Disc jockey, food trucks, and giveaways!
Nature: Locust Grove Nature Center invites you to welcome summer during its Full Moon Friday(opens in a new tab) on June 10 at 6:30 pm. Enjoy the magic of the full moon with a hike and campfire. Bring your own hot dogs or food to warm over the flames. Staff provide marshmallows. Register, please.
You’ve probably seen an Eastern box turtle in our parks. Learn more about the reptile during Brookside Nature Center’s Turtle Talk (opens in a new tab)on Saturday, June 11, at 10:30 am. FREE, but please register.
Puppets: Everyone loves a puppet show! Cabin John Regional Park Amphitheater will have not one—but TWO—FREE puppet performances on Saturday, June 11! The Puppet Co.(opens in a new tab) presents “Rapunzel” at 10 am. And, Alex and Olmstead(opens in a new tab) perform “Milo the Magnificent” at 3 pm. Bring chairs and blankets
Wellness: Self-care is important for persons of all ages. Adults can stretch and destress during Yoga at Brookside Gardens (opens in a new tab)on Saturday, June 11, at 9:30 am. Registration required. Adults with children two to six can unwind during Black Hill Visitor Center’s Outdoor Kids Yoga(opens in a new tab) on Sunday, June 12, at 9 am.
History: Woodlawn Manor Cultural Park marks Juneteenth with “Before She Was Harriet” StoryWalk(opens in a new tab)™, a partnership with Noyes Children’s Library Foundation. Stroll with your children and read the story about young Harriet Tubman to mark her bicentennial. The StoryWalk™ is open free to the public Saturday, June 11, to Sunday, July 3, from sunrise to sunset.
And, we have many seasonal activities to enjoy around parks, like our miniature trains and carousel(opens in a new tab), boats(opens in a new tab), splash park and miniature golf(opens in a new tab)! You also can go ice skating(opens in a new tab) or play tennis(opens in a new tab) at our indoor facilities now and year-round!
Check out the calendar of events(opens in a new tab) or “Activities’
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17th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
Now in its 17th year, the Kensington Day of the Book Festival is a family-friendly street festival featuring 150+ renowned authors, poets, and literary organizations. Enjoy live music on five stages, special guest speakers, military veteran writers and comedians, poetry readings, cookbook demos, children's program, and much more.
Admission is free, and attendees will also be able to explore a marketplace of books and food offerings from local vendors.
Not your average book festival! This festival offers something for everyone!
17th Annual Kensington Day of the Book Festival
Sunday, April 21, 2024, 11am-4pm (held rain or shine!)
Howard Avenue, Kensington, MD 20895
www.dayofthebook.com
Instagram: @kensingtonbookfestival
Contact: Elisenda Sola-Sole, Festival Director
301-949-9416 (text preferred)
FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival
Get ready to experience the vibrant colors, tantalizing flavors, and infectious rhythms of the Caribbean at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival! Hosted by RHU LLC, this exciting festival is set to take place on May 18, 2024, at the picturesque 16700 Barnesville Rd in Boyds, MD.
Step into a world where the Caribbean spirit comes alive! From 12:00 PM onwards, immerse yourself in a sensory journey that celebrates the unique culture, cuisine, and music of the Caribbean. Whether you're an African American, a Reggae or Soca music enthusiast, a wine lover, or part of the vibrant Caribbean diaspora, this festival promises to delight and captivate you in every way.
Let the enticing aromas of mouthwatering Caribbean dishes tantalize your taste buds. Feast on traditional delicacies prepared by expert chefs, showcasing the rich and diverse culinary heritage of the Caribbean. Indulge in flavorful jerk chicken, succulent seafood, and delectable plantain dishes that will transport you straight to the islands.
Accompanying the culinary extravaganza is a carefully curated selection of premium wines, ensuring the perfect pairing for your palate. Sip on fine wines from renowned vineyards, each sip a reflection of the Caribbean's vibrant spirit. Discover new flavors, expand your wine knowledge, and savor unforgettable moments with every glass.
As the sun sets, get ready to groove to the infectious rhythms of Caribbean music. Feel the pulsating beats of reggae, soca, dancehall, and calypso, moving your body to the lively melodies. Live performances by talented musicians and performers will keep the energy high, ensuring a night of unforgettable entertainment.
Don't miss this opportunity to embrace the Caribbean spirit and celebrate the arrival of spring in style! Tickets are available on AllEvents, so secure your spot today. Join us at the FEST OF SPRING Caribbean Wine Food & Music Festival, where cultures collide and unforgettable memories are made.
LIVE PERFORMANCES By: CULTURE Feat. Kenyatta Hill, EXCO LEVI, IMAGE BAND, RAS LIDJ REGG'GO with Special Guest SUGAR BEAR FROM E.U. & MORE! & MORE!
MUSIC By: DJ ABLAZE, DJ SMALLY & NAJ SUPREME
2 NIGHT Camping packages available: RV/CAMPER $200 | TENTS $150 Starting on Friday May 17 @ 5pm | 30 RV SPACES | 30+ TENT SPACES
KIDS 12 & UNDER FREE!!!
