Rio Gaithersburg

<h3>Carousel &amp; Paddleboats Opening Day + Artisan Market</h3>
Kick off summer at Rio’s Season Opener, featuring the official opening of the <a href="https://www.riolakefront.com/carousel-at-rio/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Carousel</a> presented by <a href="https://www.adventisthealthcare.com/locations/shady-grove-medical-center/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Adventist HealthCare Shady Grove Medical Center</a> and paddleboats, a two-day <a href="https://www.riolakefront.com/events/spring-makers-market/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">artisan market</a>, and family-friendly activities along the boardwalk.
Browse 50+ local vendors on Grand Corner Ave. (May 2–3), then head to the lakefront for interactive experiences, kids activities, and live entertainment.
<h3>Event Highlights</h3>
<ul><li>🎠 Carousel &amp; Paddleboats open at 10 AM</li><li>🛍️ Artisan Market curated by Locally Crafted on May 2–3</li><li>🍦 <a href="https://www.riolakefront.com/stores/fantasticks/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Fantasticks</a> mobile cart</li><li>🔍 Complete the Family Activity Challenge for a RIO&nbsp;Summer Fun Bag</li><li>🎶DJ&nbsp;&amp;&nbsp;Musical performances</li><li>🎁 Enter to Win a Season of Carousel &amp; Paddleboat Rides – Sign Up Onsite for Your Chance to Win!</li></ul>
Bring the family and enjoy a fun-filled day on the lakefront.

Local Event: Rio Season Opener

Montgomery County

Gaithersburg

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Rio Season Opener

Carousel & Paddleboats Opening Day + Artisan Market
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REI Rockville

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Local Event: Hike Community Day

Rockville

Hike Community Day

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BlackRock Center for the Arts

COME JOIN US...for&nbsp;our opening reception, 2-4:30 on Sunday May 3! Beautiful venue; beautiful art, gifts and hand-crafted items; refreshments; and meet the artists - award-winning painters, photographers, mixed media artists, ceramicists, fiber artists, and more!
In all, some 40 artists exhibit an extraordinary array of framed wall works, 3-d media including sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, and fiber pieces, and unframed prints. Among them, you’ll see:
Seth Kalisch’s abstract geometric designs rendered’ in multi-layered compositions 
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Ellen Sherfey‘s blustery, snowy, and fantasy landscapes, plus a beaded unicorn 
Donny Bliss’s warm, intimate paintings alive with light 
Michael Marschark’s sculptures telling the stories of the lives of trees 
Marge Wasson‘s fascination with stairways captured in monochromatic photographs 
Nancy Jakubowski’s endearing clay creatures that bring the outdoors in 
Dale Shore’s colorful watercolors inspired by autumn’s falling leaves 
Andrey Skripchenko’s aesthetically photographed flowers and underwater creatures 
Craig Higgins‘s powerful flower images 
Lorraine Hill‘s paintings to inspire finding solutions to halt pollution 
Marylou Bono‘s innovative photo series on metal—tranquil breakfast theme 
Carol Moore‘s lithographs, collagraphs and cyanotypes capturing nature’s essence
Special events throughout the 4-week show, all FREE, include figure drawing and mixed-media workshops, a mixed-media artists’ presentation, fine craft weekends, and a family art day. Some require advance registration. <a href="https://www.alog.org/inspired-26-calendar-of-events" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Details here</a>.

Local Event: INSPIRED! 2026 Art Show & Sale 

Germantown

INSPIRED! 2026 Art Show & Sale 

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Oasis(Island Pride)

Born in the shadows of the now famous fallen statues of Richmond, VA, Greg Greenway moved to Boston for its rich Folk Music tradition. He has since become one of its most unique and superlative emissaries. Musically raised on the magically percussive right hand of Richie Havens, and the flowing lyricism of Eric Andersen, these seminal influences became the DNA of his own unique and continuing growth. He has blended them into a multi-instrumental, genre crossing style. Greg has played Carnegie Hall, been heard on NPR's All Things Considered, Mountain Stage, and Car Talk. He is a founding member of Brother Sun with Joe Jencks and Pat Wictor, and with Reggie Harris he presents Deeper Than The Skin, a musical program examining race relations. “Greg Greenway is one of those artists who is so rich a talent that it is difficult to categorize him. He traverses, combines and mixes up musical genres, and manages to open a window on global events that bring us together as citizens of the world. Like other great performers before him, Greenway’s message is that we can all play a part and make a difference in the course of both our private and public lives. But few musicians can do just this with such style, passion and sheer musicality.” — Folk &amp; Acoustic Music Exchange More info and tickets at: <a href="https://focusmusic.org/sat-5-2-greg-greeenway-gaithersburg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">focusmusic.org/sat-5-2-greg-greeenway-gaithersburg</a>

Local Event: Greg Greenway in Concert!!

Greg Greenway in Concert!!

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Dawn Crafton Dance Connection

<h1>New Beginner and Intermediate East Coast Swing/Lindy Hop Dance Classes at Dawn Crafton Dance Connection</h1>
Taught by Valerie Cox and Miguel Lago Contact <a href="mailto:ValerieCox@gottaswing.com">ValerieCox@gottaswing.com</a> and <a href="mailto:Miguel@gottaswing.com">Miguel@gottaswing.com</a> Wednesday nights, May 6-June 24 (8 weeks) 7-8pm $160/person
Learn the essentials! Our beginner class series takes you through the basics of swing: • Six-count patterns • Eight-count Lindy Whip and Circle • Side-by-side and Back Charleston • Lead-and-follow skills, transitions, and more You never need a partner; we rotate partners in our classes so everyone has a chance to learn and practice.&nbsp;
<a href="https://dcdcdance.com/" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">Dawn Crafton Dance Connection</a>, 152 Gibbs Street, Rockville, Maryland 20850

Local Event: New Beginner and Intermediate Swing Dance Classes at Dawn Crafton Dance Connection

New Beginner and Intermediate Swing Dance...

New Beginner and Intermediate East Coast Swing/Lindy Hop Dance Classes at Dawn Crafton Dance Connection
Taught by Valerie Cox...

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Local Event: Active Aging Expo

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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

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