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Backstreet Boy Nick Carter to Perform in Bethesda

Published October 28, 2023 at 10:33AM

Nick Carter of the Backstreet Boys will be performing at the Bethesda Theater (7719 Wisconsin Ave) on Friday, November 17. Tickets range from $80-$225 and there is an additional $20 food/beverage minimum. Carter’s newest single “Made For Us” is being released on October 31. Back in March, Montgomery Mall held a “Y2K Party” that featured NSYNC’s Chris Kirkpatrick and 98 Degrees’ Jeff Timmons, LFO and O-Town.

About Nick Carter: “Sparking his career at the age of 12, Nick Carter quickly became an international pop superstar as the youngest member of the iconic boy band, Backstreet Boys. With his boyish good looks and heartthrob status, Carter’s 30-year entertainment journey has extended far beyond sold-out arenas, encompassing a diverse range of projects in television, film, philanthropy, and publishing.

National Zoo Announces Giant Pandas Will Leave For China in Mid-November

By MCS Staff

Published October 28, 2023 at 12:29AM

The National Zoo announced on Wednesday that Giant pandas Mei Xiang, Tian Tian and Xiao Qi Ji will leave for China by mid-November. “Make sure to plan your visit or tune in online to the Giant Panda Cam for your panda fix.” Entry passes are required for all Zoo guests, however they are free.

As part of the terms of the Zoo’s current Giant Panda Cooperative Research and Breeding Agreement with the China Wildlife Conservation Association, all three giant pandas will return to China by Dec. 7 when the agreement ends. The Zoo entered into this agreement in Dec. 2000 when Mei Xiang and Tian Tian arrived at the Zoo. More information below:

Five Free Fall Events This Weekend in MoCo

By Patrick Herron

Published October 27, 2023 at 9:25AM

It will be a great opportunity to learn more about Montgomery College classes, offerings, scholarships and financial assistance programs. There will be information available about WDCE (Workforce Development and Continuing Education) offerings, such as information technology, cosmetology, real estate, youth programs, early childhood education, automotive technology and building trades, and more.

For residents seeking information in Spanish, the College’s Hispanic Business Institute and the Early Childhood Education program will have Spanish-speaking representatives on site to answer questions. The whole family is welcome at this free event. Held rain or shine.

The Ghosts of Glen Echo

By MCS Staff

Published October 26, 2023 at 3:31PM

Glen Echo Park was first developed in 1891 as a National Chautauqua Assembly, which taught the sciences, arts, languages, and literature. The Chautauqua lasted for just one season, and by the early 1900s, the site had become Glen Echo Amusement Park — the premier amusement park serving the Washington area until 1968, when it closed (learn more about the civil rights story here). Below we will share with you a tragic tale that has become somewhat of a local ghost story. A video of what Glen Echo Park looks like today can be seen below.

Glen Echo Park was home to the “Coaster Dips” roller coaster. The popular attraction opened in May 1921 and remained until the park closed in 1968. Coaster Dips was nearly 70 feet tall, and the Potomac River could be seen in the distance before plummeting to the bottom of the rickety wooden coaster. Tragically, William J. Lawrence, a 21-year-old Washington drug clerk, fell from the coaster in 1929. According to local legend, screams from the coaster echo into the late evening hours on clear nights. Per the Washington Post in 1929:

Update: Rockville Town Square Ice Skating Rink Now Open

By MCS Staff

Published October 24, 2023 at 11:48AM | Updated October 25, 2023 at 1:07PM

Update: Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating Rink is Now Open

Rockville Town Square Outdoor Ice Skating is opening soon– as early as later this week, according to a representative. The rink is currently being constructed and reservations are highly recommended once the rink opens as timeslots do sell out. Additional information below, per Rockville Ice Skating:

This Saturday: Kensington VFD hosting Halloween Movie Night

By Cordell Pugh

Published October 23, 2023 at 5:21PM

This Saturday, October 28th, the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department and the Town of Kensington are once again hosting their annual Halloween Movie Night. This year, “Hotel Transylvania 3: Summer Vacation” will be shown at dusk in St. Paul Park on the big screen. Costumes are encouraged for all attendees. The Kensington Volunteer Fire Department and the Town of Kensington will have refreshments available for purchase in the Park, including pizza, popcorn, and candy. Glowsticks will be available as well!

This year, the Kensington Volunteer Fire Department will also be visiting BabyCat Brewery’s 1st Halloween-iversary party. According to the Department’s Instagram story, they’ll bring one of their Fire Engines to the Brewery from 12PM-3PM.

Monster Bash Takes Place Saturday, October 28th

By MCS Staff

Published October 23, 2023 at 11:36AM

The City of Takoma Park Recreation Department will host its traditional Monster Bash on Saturday, October 28! Scheduled for the day’s event:

Walking is encouraged due to limited parking. In order to hold the event and ensure patron safety, we will have the following road blockages:

HalloWheaton Bar Hop and Family Events Taking Place Later This Month

By MCS Staff

Published October 18, 2023 at 12:21PM

Wheaton is the place to celebrate Halloween! There are fabulous Halloween events for adults, children and families in and around the Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District! Options for celebrating include adult trick-or-treating (a themed bar hop for adults), family events with Halloween crafts and activities for children as well as a beer garden for adults at HalloWheaton, and child friendly options like the nearby Eye Spy Train or Westfield Wheaton Boo Bash!

HalloWheaton (family oriented), Sunday, October 29, 12-4pm, Free Admission: Get a jump start on celebrating Halloween in the Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District for free s’mores roasting, pumpkin painting, costume contests, Halloween crafts, face-painting, photo ops, and more at HalloWheaton. This is the 3rd annual HalloWheaton event at Marian Fryer Town Plaza, 2424 Reedie Drive. Adult activities include a beer garden, fire pits, yard games, and a zombie trailer.

Tickets Now Available For 3.5 Mile Drive-Thru Winter Lights Festival

By MCS Staff

Published October 17, 2023 at 10:02AM

The City of Gaithersburg’s Winter Lights Festival is getting ready to welcome visitors for another spectacular season. The wondrous display of lights at Seneca Creek State Park will be open nightly November 24 through December 31. The festival is closed on December 25. The 3.5 mile drive through the enchanted setting of Seneca Creek State Park takes you past more than 450 illuminated displays and beautifully lit trees that light up the night. The park is located at 11950 Clopper Road, conveniently accessible from I-270. Tickets now available (link below).

To ensure a positive and safe experience for all attendees, staff and event-site neighbors the following policies are in place:

The Silver Spring Ice Skating Rink (Outdoor) is Now Open For the Season

By MCS Staff

Published October 16, 2023 at 7:23AM

The Silver Spring Ice Skating Rink at Veterans Plaza (One Veterans Place) in Downtown Silver Spring is open for the season. Reservations are required to skate and can be made at www.silverspringiceskating.com/. Additional information, including pricing and house, below courtesy of the Silver Spring Urban District:

The rink is open seven days a week. Skating sessions are for 1 hour and 20 minutes. Reservations are available two weeks in advance, and staggered every five minutes. To purchase tickets, please visit https://www.silverspringiceskating.com/. The rink has over 400 pairs of skates available for rent, sized from toddler to adult.

Montgomery County Woman Chooses To Return Home Prematurely From ABC’s “The Golden Bachelor”

By MCS Staff

Published October 13, 2023 at 8:01PM

Joan– a “private school administrator” from Rockville, exited “The Golden Bachelor” prematurely after she made the decision to go home and be with her family member during a time of need. After winning the episode’s talent show with a touching poem, and a one-on-one date with Gerry (the Golden Bachelor), she became a frontrunner in the competition that involves women 60 years young and up vying for Gerry’s affection. Joan made the decision to return home and be with her daughter, who has been having a difficult time since recently giving birth.

“My journey to find love took a detour this week as I traded the mansion for motherhood and headed home to be with my family. Family comes first, period. Once a mother, always a mother, I’ll always choose my kids first. Thank you for all of your outpouring love and support, for not only me but also my daughter – everyone is now healthy and happy! As for me and my journey to love… guess we will have to see where it takes me next. Until then, stay golden ✨✨ 🌹” Joan shared on social media.