Vien An Buddhist Association

Join us for the historic grand opening of the newly completed Vien An Buddhist Temple, held on the occasion of Avalokiteśvara Bodhisattva's Enlightenment Day. This free community event features traditional Vietnamese Buddhist ceremonies, dharma talks, cultural music performances, and complimentary vegetarian meals for all guests.

Local Event: Vien An Buddhist Temple Grand Opening Ceremony

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Vien An Buddhist Temple Grand Opening Ceremony

Join us for the historic grand opening of the newly completed Vien An Buddhist Temple, held on the occasion of Avalokiteśvara...

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El Golfo Restaurant

Please join us on Monday, July 27th, from 6 to 9 pm for our monthly jazz vocal open mic at El Golfo Restaurant.Whether you’re brushing up songs for your next gig, a complete newbie to the open mic scene, or a listener who loves vocal jazz, all are welcome as we pay homage to the exquisite craft of singing this classic American artform. We recently added a “featured vocalist” segment, where we showcase one of our regular singers midway through the evening. This month's featured vocalist, Jacqui Simmons, will share straight-ahead standards with echoes of Sarah, Carmen, and Ella.Pianist Pete Frassrand returns as our accompanist. (Singers, bring charts in your key, if possible.)El Golfo has great vibes, delicious Latin/Mexican cuisine, and plenty of parking.No cover charge, but we suggest a donation of $10. All tips beyond the musician's fee support a health fund for El Golfo's beloved owner, Ada Villatoro.Signups begin at 5:45 pm. Hope to see you there!

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4th Monday Jazz Vocal Open Mic

Please join us on Monday, July 27th, from 6 to 9 pm for our monthly jazz vocal open mic at El Golfo Restaurant.Whether you’re...

Veterans Plaza

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LOCAL, FREE COMMUNITY EVENT RETURNS TO CELEBRATE BLACK JOY&nbsp;
Hey Cousin Culture Fest to Feature Entertainment, Food, Crafts, Activities and More for all ages

(Silver Spring, Md)--The fourth annual The Hey Cousin Culture Fest returns to Veteran’s Plaza in Silver Spring for a full day of music, food, celebration, and joy. Taking place on Sunday, August 16 from 1-8 pm, this free event welcomes families and individuals of all ages. Hey Cousin Culture Fest is centered around celebrating Black Joy.&nbsp;

Hey Cousin has become a local tradition where community, arts, food, education, and culture come together for an unforgettable day. The event features a variety of activities, information from local nonprofits, entertainment by local performers, and products from local small businesses.

This event was born from the idea that bringing community together is everything. We must celebrate joy, culture, and unity. We’re thrilled to once again create a space where we highlight and showcase the beauty of Black culture,” said Hey Cousin Co-Founder Janae Johnson. “At the festival, in partnership with our vendors and performers, we’ll showcase, educate, and raise awareness of the great work happening in our communities and families every day.”

Vendors will be offering a large gamut of products anywhere from attire to food, beverage, and crafts. “Supporting local talent and businesses is so important and contributes towards fulfilling our mission as an event and organization,” said Johnson.

Space for vendors is still available. To learn more about availability, booth sizes, prices, and sponsorship options, please contact <a href="mailto:info@theturnkeyagency.com">info@theturnkeyagency.com</a> There are still opportunities available for artists to perform. For more information for prospective talent, please also contact info@theturnkeyagency.com

This event is offered at no cost to attendees. While tickets are not required, but encouraged for planning purposes. Please visit <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-hey-cousin-culture-fest-tickets-1986580366353?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2026-hey-cousin-culture-fest-tickets-1986580366353?aff=oddtdtcreator</a> to obtain tickets.
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About The Hey Cousin Culture Fest
Curated and launched by two impactful women in 2022, The Hey Cousin Culture Fest was developed to celebrate the Black diaspora through music, food, live performances, community participation and a variety of local businesses. This is a family-friendly event for all our “cousins!” At the festival, all will be entertained by performances from local and international artists and dance teams, as well as other acclaimed artists.&nbsp;

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&nbsp;Co-Founder &amp; CEO
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Local Event: Event Advisory: 4th Annual Hey Cousin Culture Fest returns to Silver Spring on August 16

Event Advisory: 4th Annual Hey Cousin Culture...

​For Immediate Release							       Jessica Mayorga
July 9, 2026 				                                  ...

Event Advisory: 4th Annual Hey Cousin Culture Fest returns to Silver Spring on August 16

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Event Advisory: 4th Annual Hey Cousin Culture Fest returns to Silver Spring on August 16