'The Book Thief' Trailer + Review: Explores Ordinary Germans During WWII

The movie version of 'The Book Thief' focuses on how the world-changing event of WWII and Nazi control of Germany affects a single family.

Veteran Uses Spray Paint to Fight Back Against Demons of War

"I have really vivid and imaginative nightmares,” says Jon Hancock, an artist in a Veterans Day exhibit. “Once you kill somebody, it happens."

Trailer, Review: 'Thor: The Dark World' Is a Glorious Norse Gods Buddy Film

Burdening the multiplex with bulging plots, bulging pecs and glorious purpose.

'Ender's Game' Trailer, Review: Asa Butterfield and Co-Stars Score, and Save a Mediocre Movie

PG-13 film in theaters Friday.

There’s A New Patch in Town: Swallow Falls from Sony Picture Animation’s 'Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2' (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs 2"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the island where the sequel takes place: Swallow Falls. Pack a fork. Sponsored by Sony Pictures.

‘One Direction: This Is Us’ Premiere Parties Sweeping the Nation (Sponsored)

One Direction — otherwise known as Harry, Zayn, Liam, Niall and Louis — hits the big screen in their upcoming film, "One Direction: This Is Us," releasing Aug. 30. TriStar Pictures.

‘The Smurfs 2’ in Theaters Now (Sponsored)

Get ready for summer fun for the whole family — ‘The Smurfs 2’ is in theaters now! Sponsored by ‘The Smurfs 2’

There’s A New Patch In Town: Disney’s Propwash Junction (Sponsored)

Excited for the new movie "Planes"? Take your kids on a virtual trip to the town where Disney's "Planes" takes place: Propwash Junction. No wings required. Sponsored by Disney.

NEA Grant Will Help Takoma Park Dance Company in "Advancing the Avenue"

$100K grant will support artist residencies and community collaborations.

Speak Out: Did Rolling Stone Go Too Far?

August issue features Boston bomber Dzhokhar Tsarnaev in a photo critics say makes him look like a rock star.

‘Grown Ups 2’ in Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Adam Sandler and an all-star cast reunite for “Grown Ups 2,” this summer’s feel-good comedy. Sponsored by “Grown Ups 2.”

What's Playing at the Movies?

Here's what's playing in theaters around Takoma Park this weekend, plus showtimes.

After Earth in Local Theaters Today (Sponsored)

Father-son duo Will and Jaden Smith reunite in this summer’s sci-fi blockbuster, After Earth. Sponsored by Sony.

Young Musicians Jam Night Fosters a Sense of Community

Takoma Groove Camp is hosting the Young Musicians Jam Night to give young musicians a chance to interact.

2013 Summer Movie Preview: Monsters, Zombies, Space Travel and Yet Another Hangover

Sequels, reboots and aliens to dominate theaters.

Week Ahead in Silver Spring: Fillmore Open Mic Series and More

Planning your week? Check out these events in Silver Spring.

Silver Docs Becomes AFI Docs, Expands into DC

The American Film Institute intends to continue programming at its Silver Spring theater.

'Contra Dance' Kicks Off at Silver Spring Civic Building

The first of a monthly partner dance series begins Thursday, April 11.

Where Math Meets Art in Takoma Park

What color is an equation? Exhibit and presentation hope to change perspectives on math and art.

Lions and Tigers and Dragons (Oh My!): The Circus Comes to Town

Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey brings dragons to the Verizon Center this weekend.

Blog on Patch and Share Your Message with the Community

Blogging on Patch is a great way to share your views with the community.

Maryland Encore Chorale Offers Free Holiday Concert

The fastest-growing and largest choral program in the U.S. for older adults, Encore Chorale, will perform a free holiday concert in Silver Spring on Dec. 16.

VIDEO: National Geographic Birds of Paradise Opens

The exhibition goes from Thursday, Nov. 1, through early May 2013.

Fall Event Highlight: Storytime for Kids

Story starts around 10:30 a.m. on Wednesday.

Top 10 Reasons You Should Blog on Takoma Park Patch

Have a passionate perspective you think the community needs to hear? Send your contact information to Tamika@Patch.com.

Trash to Treasure: Takoma Park Artist Fuses Art with Sustainability

The First Recycling Artist-in-Residence of Takoma Park reflects on her work

Local Latino Artists Featured at Takoma Park Community Center

Exhibit will run through Nov. 4

Third Thursday Celebrates Seventh Season

Five poets will read and admission is free.

Frankie Rose w/ Teen

Gala Honors Banquet – (Honorees: Rev. Dr. Iyanla Vanzant, Rev. Dr. F. Reed Brown, Pathways Publisher Lou DeSabla, and Rev. Marcus Capone)

Azerbaijani Director Comes to Takoma Park

The event is free.

J. Roddy Walston Bring the Spectacle to Rock and Roll Hotel

Don't miss these great indie rock shows.

Scenes from Takoma Park Folk Festivals Past

Check out photos from the 2010 and 2011 Takoma Park Folk Festivals.

Takoma Park Folk Festival to Honor Woody Guthrie

The festival is free to everyone.

Residents Enjoy Mid-Winter Play Day

Over 150 residents came out.

Takoma Park Mid Winter Play to Hit the Stage Saturday

This year will be the first Mid Winter Play.

Get Out: Feb. 11-13

See what fun is to be had in and around Takoma Park this weekend.

Mom Talk: Do Your Kids Dress for the Weather?

Talk amongst yourselves.

Great Escape: For Chocolate Lovers

The power of chocolate.

Frugal Family: Five Deals to Stretch the Budget

Check out these great deals.