Name: Summer Sounds In The Plaza
Start: 2026-06-04T17:00:00-04:00
Location: The Shops At Wisconsin Place

The Shops At Wisconsin Place

Celebrate the season with the Summer Music Series featuring everything from dueling pianos and 90s rock to Broadway hits and Motown. Stop, shop, and dine while enjoying live performances and be sure to grab a free tote bag while supplies last!

Local Event: Summer Sounds In The Plaza

Montgomery County

Gaby Arancibia

Washington Metropolitan Area

Bethesda-Chevy Chase

Maryland

Summer Sounds In The Plaza

Celebrate the season with the Summer Music Series featuring everything from dueling pianos and 90s rock to Broadway hits and...

Glen Echo Park

Gala Swing Dance Afterparty | May 16, 2026 | Bumper Car Pavilion | 9pm Featuring Live Music by The Rock-A-Sonics and Dessert &amp; Champagne Let's dance in support of the Park! The Gala Swing Dance Afterparty keeps the Gala in the Park celebration in full swing with dancing, drinks, and dessert. Every ticket fuels a creative community where art, dance, and music thrive! We're thrilled to welcome The Rock-A-Sonics back to the Park, as they bring their exciting mix of atomic age rock ‘n’ roll, classic country, rockabilly, and rhythm &amp; blues to the dance floor. Featuring Willie Barry on vocals and acoustic guitar, Eric Hurtt on electric guitar and vocals, Louie Newmyer on upright bass and vocals, Tommy Bowes on drums and vocals, and Kim Reynolds on piano, steel guitar and saxophone. We'll start off the afterparty with a beginner-friendly swing lesson (8:30ppm) taught by Tom &amp; Debra of Gottaswing, then dance the night away with the band! Single Ticket: $60 | Tickets for Two: $100 Afterparty tickets are also included with Gala in the Park Tickets. Learn more &amp; purchase tickets: glenechopark.org/gala

Local Event: Gala Swing Dance Afterparty at Glen Echo Park

Gala Swing Dance Afterparty at Glen Echo Park

Gala Swing Dance Afterparty | May 16, 2026 | Bumper Car Pavilion | 9pm Featuring Live Music by The Rock-A-Sonics and Dessert &...

Croydon Creek Nature Center

Coloring books and poems for adults. 
Please Go to the Park is a chapbook published by Bottlecap Press in 2025. Color in the Park grows out of those same verses, inviting you to step more deeply into the poems through moments of color and quiet creativity.
Each page offers a chance to pause, reflect, and bring your own touch to the words. Hope you find this both relaxing and gently restorative.<figure><img src="https://cdn20.patchcdn.com/users/22874992/20260511/021658/screenshot-2026-05-11-at-20949-pm___11141656528.jpg" id="Screenshot 2026-05-11 at 2.09.49 PM.png" data-image="Screenshot 2026-05-11 at 2.09.49 PM.png"></figure>

Local Event: Book Launch - Color in the Park

Book Launch - Color in the Park

Coloring books and poems for adults. 
Please Go to the Park is a chapbook published by Bottlecap Press in 2025. Color in the...

Modena Reserve Kensington

Chloe Yelena Miller and G.H. Masson read from their poetry. Includes brief open mic and literary trivia quiz.
Chloe Yelena Miller is a writer and teacher living in Washington, D.C. She is the author of Perforated (2026) and Viable(2021), both published by Lily Poetry Review Books. Miller co-founded and co-directs Brown Bag Lit. <a href="https://www.chloeyelenamiller.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.chloeyelenamiller.com</a>
G.H. Mosson is the author of three books and three chapbooks of poetry, including Singing the Forge and Family Snapshot as a Poem in Time. His poetry has appeared widely, including in The Potomac Review, Loch Raven Review, Tampa Review, and California Quarterly, and been nominated four times for the Pushcart Prize. A lawyer, he lives in Maryland and enjoys raising his kids, day hikes, and literary endeavors. <a href="https://www.ghmosson.com/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.ghmosson.com</a>

Local Event: Words out Loud Poetry Reading Series

Words out Loud Poetry Reading Series

Chloe Yelena Miller and G.H. Masson read from their poetry. Includes brief open mic and literary trivia quiz.
Chloe Yelena...

The free JCA <a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo</a> is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly employers via Zoom.
Expo program: 
<ul><li>Workshops (10:00 a.m.) Start your day with two engaging 
workshops tailored to jobseekers aged 50 and above. These sessions 
provide valuable strategies, tools, and insights to support your career 
journey. See our <a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/schedule-of-expos/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Expo Schedule</a> page for more information and to register.</li></ul>
<ul><li>Employer Presentations (12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m.)&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Employers
 share information about their current full and part-time job openings. 
Jobseekers can ask employers questions via the Zoom chat, making the 
expo a dynamic and interactive experience.</li></ul>
Jobseekers: Whether you are re-entering the workforce, 
changing careers, or seeking new opportunities, you are invited to join 
us for this virtual expo on May 19. Register today at: <a href="https://virtualexpos.accessjca.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">virtualexpos.accessjca.org</a>.&nbsp; 
The
 free JCA Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expos are generously 
funded by the Montgomery County Department of Health and Human Services. 
JCA serves people of all faiths, races, ethnicities, and income levels.

Local Event: Age 50+ Jobseekers Register today the JCA MoCo Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Silver Spring

Age 50+ Jobseekers Register today the JCA MoCo...

The free JCA Montgomery County Virtual 50+ Employment Expo is designed to connect jobseekers aged 50 and over with age-friendly...

Age 50+ Jobseekers Register today the JCA MoCo Virtual 50+ Employment Expo

Oasis at the Macy's Home Store

For more than a century, the U.S. government’s obsession over oil has shaped its foreign policy, from ensuring access to Middle East reserves during World War I to Donald Trump’s moves to tap Venezuela’s reserves and repel Iran’s attacks in the Strait of Hormuz, a vital route for oil tankers. This lecture examines how U.S. determination to protect oil supplies at all costs has triggered foolhardy conflicts and the befriending of despots–regrettable evidence of a never-ending energy insecurity.<a href="https://washington-metro.oasiseverywhere.org/product/the-oily-politics-of-petroleum/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Register here.</a>About Washington Metro Oasis: Our mission is to empower adults age 50+ to lead active, healthy, and enriched lives through a unique mix of lifelong learning, social, health, and volunteer programs. You’ll <a href="https://washington-metro.oasisnet.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">find the full schedule of classes</a> on our website OR you can contact us at 240-800-3745 or email <a href="mailto:washingtonmetro@oasisnet.org" target="_blank">washingtonmetro@oasisnet.org</a> to request a printed catalog.

Local Event: The Oily Politics of Petroleum

The Oily Politics of Petroleum

For more than a century, the U.S. government’s obsession over oil has shaped its foreign policy, from ensuring access to Middle...

Amy Kaslow Gallery

Join Amy Kaslow Gallery for a K/NOW Dialogue on Ukraine’s surprising geopolitical pivot, as we bring together two leading voices: the global financialist Natalie Jaresko who served as Ukraine’s Finance Minister and the long-serving US government defense analyst Evelyn Farkas who today presides over the McCain Institute. The Dialogue will examine how the US-Israel war on Iran has catapulted Ukraine into the Gulf states' urgently needed drone specialist and ally. We'll explore what shifting European defense roles mean for Ukraine’s power against Russia, and the US role ahead. We look forward to adding your voice to the conversation.
This Dialogue is part of our ongoing programming for "Lovely Day," featuring Ukrainian painter Jaroslav Leonets' immersive landscapes honoring his countryside before Russian destruction.

Local Event: K/NOW Dialogue: Ukraine's Surprise Pivot

K/NOW Dialogue: Ukraine's Surprise Pivot

Join Amy Kaslow Gallery for a K/NOW Dialogue on Ukraine’s surprising geopolitical pivot, as we bring together two leading...

Online Webinar

Did you know that only 27% of registered Montgomery County voters participated in the 2022 primary election? This month’s League of Women Voters of Montgomery County free Trending Topics webinar will investigate voter turnout trends in primary elections. We’ll discuss who is not showing up, what can be done to address barriers, and why primary participation matters to our democracy. 
Panelists include: 
Sam Novey, Chief Strategist at the Center for Democracy and Civic Participation, University of Maryland
Ralph Watkins, Co-chair of the LWVMC’s Making Democracy Work Committee, 
Dr. Gilberto Zelaya, Montgomery County Board of Elections Community Empowerment/Public Information Officer

Check our <a href="https://www.lwvmocomd.org/content.aspx?page_id=22&amp;club_id=513039&amp;module_id=552823" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Trending Topics</a> webpage for more details including how to register and submit questions for the panel Q&amp;A.

This webinar is part of a monthly series called Trending Topics, hosted by the League of Women Voters of Montgomery County. This month Montgomery History is a program co-sponsor.

Local Event: Primary Elections: Why Vote?  Who Votes?

Primary Elections: Why Vote?  Who Votes?

Did you know that only 27% of registered Montgomery County voters participated in the 2022 primary election? This month’s...

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National Archives Museum

Festival Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary National Archives Building Constitution Avenue | Washington, DC June 4-6, 2026 You're invited to the <a href="https://archivesfoundation.org/spirit-of-independence-festival/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">Spirit of Independence Festival</a>, a three-day immersive celebration of American history, culture, and community at the National Archives—the home of the original Declaration of Independence—in the heart of Washington, DC.&nbsp; Hosted beneath a tent spanning two city blocks in front of the National Archives, the Spirit of Independence Festival will include free daytime events for families and three evening benefit events to support the National Archives Foundation and its effort to engage the American public with the nation’s history.&nbsp; From free daytime programming like a patriotic pet “yappy hour” to ticketed nighttime events like a culinary “taste of America,” there’s something for everyone to enjoy throughout the multi-day festival. Guests can <a href="https://www.etix.com/ticket/v/39180/national-archives-museum-spirit-of-independence-festival" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">reserve free tickets</a> to daytime programming and purchase individual tickets to select evening programs. Guests who reserve tickets online will receive complimentary access to the National Archives Museum.

Local Event: June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at the Spirit of Independence Festival!

Washington DC

June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at...

Festival Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary National Archives Building Constitution Avenue | Washington, DC June 4-6, 2026...

June 4-6: Celebrate America's 250th Birthday at the Spirit of Independence Festival!

Washington Waldorf School

Join us for a walk in the woods!&nbsp;Our outdoor classroom isn't just fresh air and good vibes (though there's plenty of both). Moving through uneven terrain builds real strength, balance, and coordination. Small hands also get busy developing fine motor skills - whittling, weaving, and pressing fruit stamps dipped in plant dyes they made themselves.
Real learning, real play, real childhood — all of it rooted in the woods.

Local Event: Get to Know Our Forest Kindergarten

Get to Know Our Forest Kindergarten

Join us for a walk in the woods! Our outdoor classroom isn't just fresh air and good vibes (though there's plenty of both)....

Arlington Language School Marks 40th Anniversary

ICA Language Services

ICA Language Services (ICA), a family-owned, woman-led small business based in Arlington, is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking decades of supporting the U.S. military and diplomatic community through language training and testing. Founded in April 1986 as Inlingua Foreign Language Center, a 6-classroom language school, ICA expanded under the leadership of Deidre Doyle, an entrepreneur with a background in organizational management who joined the company the same year. As a military spouse, she had developed a deep understanding of military organizations and culture, helping shape ICA into a trusted provider of language training and testing for military professionals. Doyle became a partner in 1993 and sole owner in 2009, when she changed the name to ICA Language Services. Today, ICA operates a 60+ classroom schoolhouse in Rosslyn and has delivered nearly five million hours of language instruction and more than 30,000 language assessments across 120+ languages. ICA also provides training on military bases throughout the US and abroad. The company is now led by President and CEO Lexie Casey, Doyle’s daughter, who joined ICA in 2009 after a decade in government contracting. Casey became a partner in 2014 and assumed day-to-day leadership in 2015, when Doyle transitioned to Chair of the Board. ICA has employed more than 1,300 individuals from 131 countries, often providing a first job in the United States for language professionals. Certified by the State Council of Higher Education for Virginia, ICA provides proficiency- and performance-based language training and testing services supporting diplomacy, security, and global engagement. For more information, visit www.icalanguages.com.

ICA Language Services (ICA), a family-owned, woman-led small business based in Arlington, is celebrating its 40th anniversary, marking decades of...

MD Company Solves The DIY Wedding Bar Problem

Chesapeake Bartenders and Events

If you're planning a wedding in Maryland you've probably had this conversation: "We love your bartending services, but we just can't afford $3,000." Courtney Smith, owner of Chesapeake Bartenders and Events, heard that line hundreds of times. After serving 150+ weddings across the DMV, she finally did something about it. She took everything her team does to plan seamless wedding bars and packaged it into a $99 digital guide couples can use themselves. "I got tired of watching couples stress over their wedding bar," Smith says. "They'd find some random calculator online, and I'm thinking, 'That's either way too much or not nearly enough depending on your crowd." The Real Problem: Most couples make the same mistakes: buying wrong quantities, forgetting ice melts faster in summer, not accounting for setup time, choosing glassware that breaks easily. "I've seen couples run out of alcohol at 9 PM because they used a generic calculator," Smith explains. "Or bought $500 worth of liquor they didn't need." What She Built: The DIY Wedding Bar Planning Guide includes interactive calculators that adjust for your actual wedding—time of day, season, guest demographics. It includes a 16-part audio guide and a real wedding case study showing what 155 guests consumed over five hours. The guide answers: - How much does ice melt in July vs November? - Should you buy champagne for toasts? - What's the cost difference between wine bottles and boxes? - How do you set up a bar so guests aren't waiting? Who It's For: Budget-conscious couples, couples whose venues require in-house bartending, or anyone wanting to understand what they're paying for. Smith, who has 20 years of bartending experience and runs three businesses including 1631 Event Venue, says: "Free calculators tell you what to buy. We tell you why, and how to avoid disasters." The guide is available at chesapeakebartenders.com/diy-wedding-bar-planning-guide

 If you're planning a wedding in Maryland you've probably had this conversation: "We love your bartending services, but we just can't afford $3,000...

Afternoon Tea in Pike & Rose 🫖🥐🥯

Tea Room at Hello Betty

Delight in a curated selection of premium teas, delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and artful pastries—each crafted to be savored slowly and shared generously. Whether celebrating a special occasion or simply elevating your afternoon, our tea service is an invitation to pause, sip, and indulge in something beautifully refined.

Delight in a curated selection of premium teas, delicate finger sandwiches, freshly baked scones, and artful pastries—each crafted to be savored...

New Baseball Training Facility at the Rockville Sportsplex 

Player Development Lab of Rockville

Designed for baseball players who want to train like pros, with coaches who’ve developed them. At the Player Development Lab, baseball training is a motivational journey. It’s where aspiration meets reality and progress can be quantified with modern metrics. Through time, effort, and access to well qualified trainers and equipment, members now have a private environment of their own and a staff of the best baseball minds in the area to consult with. Our philosophy is to make training fun, challenging, and rewarding, but equally as important - focused and accessible. Come see what we’re about at the Rockville Sportsplex.

Designed for baseball players who want to train like pros, with coaches who’ve developed them. At the Player Development Lab, baseball training is...

Your Kids Can Have An AWESOME FUN Summer!

Summer At Sandy Spring

Summer At Sandy Spring is a great Summer Day camp offering equal parts fun and uniqueness. For over thirty years, we have provided families with a safe, engaging, and active summer camp experience for children three years old to fourteen. With the sprawling Sandy Spring Friends School campus, we offer summer experiences for your children that will provide lifelong memories and friendships. Your children will have opportunities to explore Adventure Park, swim in our man-made pond, partake in our weekly theme weeks, enjoy daily hot lunches, and so much more! Some of our exciting activities: Adventure Challenge • Archery • Archery Tag • Art Bonanza • Bubble Soccer • Computer Programming • Dance/Poms • Fishing • Flight Science • Karate • Lego Robotics • Outdoor Living Skills • Painting • Paper Maché • Photography • Rock Climbing • STEAMers • Theater • Video Production and much more! Phone number: 301-774-7455 ext.167

Montgomery Village

Summer At Sandy Spring is a great Summer Day camp offering equal parts fun and uniqueness. For over thirty years, we have provided families with a...

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