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Scotland’s Juneteenth Festival Presents Wyclef, Many Others; Freedom Concert Moves to Anthem in DC

Published June 13, 2023 at 2:21PM

Organizers of the widely expanded Scotland Juneteenth Heritage Festival will hold a final press conference on Wednesday, June 14, at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Club at 7719 Wisconsin Ave to showcase the more than 20 performing acts that will appear across four main venues on June 17th and the 19th. Those performances include: 1) the opening-night Motown and Oldies Concert and Dance Party beginning at 7 p.m. at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Club; 2) Juneteenth’s Got Talent music and dance performances at the Cabin John Village in Potomac from 9 a.m.-4 p.m.; 3) the Children’s Stage at the Cabin John Regional Park at Potomac from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.; and the Freedom Day Concert at the Anthem theater at the Wharf in DC.

Freedom Day Concert co-headliner Tarrus Riley will appear at the press conference via ZOOM, while internaTonal superstar Wyclef Jean will be issuing an exclusive video statement about why he is lending his name and talents to this fesTval in honor of the Black communities of Montgomery County in Maryland. Other musicians expected to abend in person include Daryl Davis, the nationally renowned keyboard player who will serve as the music director for the festival’s opening-night. Bill Wax, a master of ceremonies for that same event, will also abend the press conference, as will Montgomery County elected officials.

Juneteenth Celebration to Take Place in Germantown on Saturday, June 17

By MCS Staff

Published June 13, 2023 at 7:01AM

Montgomery County will celebrate Juneteenth at a special event featuring live music, food, art, films and awards from 12-10 p.m. Saturday, June 17, 2023 at the BlackRock Center for the Arts. The Montgomery County Office of Human Rights coordinates the program, which also features the Living Legends Awards honoring county residents who have helped shape the cultural heritage of the African American community. Look for a City of Rockville table and city representatives at the celebration.

The Juneteenth holiday commemorates June 19, 1865, when the Union army arrived in Texas bearing federal orders proclaiming the end of slavery. The orders arrived nearly two-and-a-half years after President Abraham Lincoln’s Emancipation Proclamation declared that enslaved people living in the secessionist Confederate states were now free.

MudFest Brings Good, “Clean” Fun to MoCo on Saturday, June 17th

By MCS Staff

Published June 12, 2023 at 3:31PM

“People love it because it’s all about play,” says park naturalist Katrina Fauss, “there’s permission to have fun and connect to nature and our childhoods. I also think it’s about the scale of the mud slides and piles. There’s just something fun and silly about it all.” Admission to MudFest is $20 per car. Tickets can be purchased in advance online at ActiveMontgomery Mudfest tickets. Tickets can also be purchased at the gate the day of the event with cash only. Ticket sales are final and non-transferable. MudFest goes on rain or shine. If severe weather forces a cancellation, there is a rain date scheduled the following day. “Get down and dirty, jumping, slipping, and sliding in giant mud pits! Cook up a mud pie, make mud art, and play games! This muddy fun will be great for the whole family.”

Mt. Airy To Hold 10th Annual Fireworks Display on July 3rd

By MCS Staff

Published June 12, 2023 at 9:43AM

Mt. Airy will hold its 10th annual Independence Day celebration and fireworks display on Monday, July 3rd at 1008 Twin Arch Rd. The event will feature a band playing from 5:00pm – 9:00pm and food vendors on site with “lots of food options.” Anyone attending is able to bring their own coolers with food and drink as well. It is advised to bring chairs, blankets, or pop-up tents, but grills and pets are not allowed. The event is free, but a donation to the Mt. Airy Food Bank will be accepted. FAQ can be seen below.

KEEN Sports Festival in Rockville Celebrated 31 Successful Years of FREE, One-to-One Recreational and Exercise Activities for Children and Young Adults with Significant Physical and Developmental Disabilities

By MCS Staff

Published June 8, 2023 at 12:25PM

KEEN Greater D.C., a nonprofit volunteer organization that provides free on-to-one recreational actvities to children and adults with disabilities, celebrated 31 years last Sunday, June 4 at Timberlawn Local Park in Rockville. This was the 20^thannual KEEN Sports Festival where volunteers teamed up with athletes or instructor-led activities including fitness, Zumba, taekwondo and individualized play.

The 20th Annual KEEN Sports Festival celebrated 31 successful years of FREE, one-to-one recreational and exercise activities for children and young adults with significant physical and developmental disabilities. Volunteers teamed up with KEEN’s athletes for instructor-led activities, including Fitness, Zumba and Tae Kwon Do, and individualized play.

Gaithersburg to Host Jubilation Day Gospel Concert

By MCS Staff

Published June 8, 2023 at 7:29AM

Per the City of Gaithersburg: Gospel music, the uniquely American art form that gave rise to jazz, blues, R&B, and rock & roll, will be celebrated to the highest as the City presents the 17^thAnnual Jubilation Day Gospel Concert. The Concert Pavilion at City Hall will host performances of all styles of Gospel, Christian & uplifting music by local & regional artists. The event will also feature an acknowledgement of the upcoming Juneteenth Holiday.

Admission to Jubilation Day is free. Make a day of it by getting a meal at one of the area restaurants, bring a picnic, or purchase from on-site vendor Heavenly Wings. Gaithersburg’s Concert Pavilion is located at 31 South Summit Avenue in front of City Hall. The outdoor venue features lawn seating with limited chairs. Please feel free to bring your own low chair or blanket. The celebration will also feature crafts for purchase and giveaway drawings for fun prizes. Winners must be present.

Summer Outdoor Concert Series Returns to Gaithersburg

By MCS Staff

Published June 6, 2023 at 1:22PM

Per the City of Gaithersburg: The City’s popular Summer Outdoor Concert Series returns to the Concert Pavilion. Free, family-friendly concerts take place in June, July, and August. Bring a blanket or low-back chair for lawn seating. Children’s Summer Concert Series: Parents & children alike will enjoy a variety of children’s performers on Wednesdays from 10:30 to 11:15 a.m.

Evenings in Olde Towne: Wind down the workday with great music in a casual, outdoor setting on Thursdays from 6:30 to 8 p.m. New this year, the City is partnering with Saints Row Brewing to include on-site beer sales & food trucks.

Over $150K Raised at Brian Mitchell’s “Intentional Celebrity Charity Golf Tournament” in Rockville on Monday

By MCS Staff

Published June 6, 2023 at 10:04AM | Updated June 6, 2023 at 10:30AM

The Brian Mitchell “Intentional Celebrity Golf Tournament” took place at Lakewood Country Club ( 13901 Glen Mill Rd) in Rockville on Monday, June 5th and the event, along with the “rare night” gala following the tournament, raised $153,00 to hire the organization’s first nurse navigator to support families with children who have rare diseases. The event featured an appearance by Washington Commanders coach Ron Rivera, as well as current and former Commanders players.

The Miracle of Hudson announced BMitch’s “Intentional Celebrity Charity Golf Tournament”, which took place on Monday, June 5th, at the prestigious Lakewood Country Club in Rockville, MD. The event featured special guest Ron Rivera, Head Coach of the Washington Commanders, as well as current and legendary players. In addition, the tournament hosted a star-studded lineup of celebrities, and esteemed guests such as Dr. Kurt Newman, M.D., President of Children’s National, and Dr. Debra Regier, M.D., Interim Division Chief of Genetics and Metabolism and Program Director of the Medical Genetics Residency Program at Children’s National. The tournament was able to raise $153,00” to hire the organization’s first nurse navigator to support families with children who have rare diseases.Attendees had a fun-filled day of golf, exciting activities, and exceptional prizes. The Miracle of Hudson is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing nurse navigation support, resources, and hope to families affected by rare diseases. The nurse navigator’s role will be to guide families through the complex healthcare system, providing essential support and care coordination to ensure children receive the best possible treatment and outcome.For more information about BMitch’s “Intentional Celebrity Charity Golf Tournament,” sponsorship opportunities for the future, or to donate, please visit https://theintentional.org or theintentional.org/rarenight contact the Event Organizer/Director, Marquis Evans, at 301-357-5608 or via email at [email protected].

Montgomery Parks Celebrates Pride Month with Several Special Events

By MCS Staff

Published June 5, 2023 at 7:05AM

Montgomery Parks is celebrating Pride Month in June with a series of fun events in the parks. The celebration will kick off this weekend with Drag Story Hour and continue with a variety of events. June 2023 Pride in the Parks Schedule:

Production group Improbable Comedy presents an evening of laughs featuring local queer comics. Guests are encouraged to bring chairs or picnic blankets for this event. Food will be available for purchase from vendors. This event is for people ages 17 and up and is not recommended for anyone under 17. Viewer discretion is advised. Free. ASL Interpretation will be provided.

Clarksburg Summer Concert Series Begins Saturday, June 3rd

By MCS Staff

Published June 2, 2023 at 4:25PM | Updated June 8, 2023 at 5:11PM

The summer concert series is set to begin on Saturday, June 3rd (6pm-9pm) at the Clarksburg Amphitheater off of Clarksburg Square Rd. “We are excited to ANNOUNCE, Summer Concert Series Season is among us!  We have top-notch performers COMING YOUR WAY!  As well as some of our favorite food trucks returning!  Join the fun every other week and join us at the amphitheater.” The schedule can be seen below:

• Hunter Rich will be performing on Saturday, June 3rd.

Lone Oak Celebrates Three Years With Harvest Fest (June 9, 10, 11) Featuring $5 MoCo Lites

By MCS Staff

Published May 30, 2023 at 9:58AM | Updated June 4, 2023 at 1:14PM

Celebrate Three Years of Brewing Excellence with Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company in Olney: Lone Oak Farm Brewing Company, the award-winning craft brewery in Olney, MD, is excited to announce its upcoming third birthday celebration – Harvest Fest – taking place on Friday, June 9th, Saturday, June 10th and Sunday, June 11th, 2023. This milestone marks three years of exceptional craftsmanship, dedication to quality, and a commitment to the community. We kick off Harvest Fest with DC101 DJ Roche! The renowned beer guru will be broadcasting his show LIVE from The Farm on Friday, June 9ª from 3pm to 7pm!

Since its founding in 2020. Lone Oak Farm Brewins Company has become a beloved fixture in the local brewing scene. What began as a small operation has grown into a thriving establishment, oftering a diverse selection of flavorful and innovative brews that satisfy even the most discerning beer enthusiasts.