The Writer's Center

Montgomery County

Gaby Arancibia

Washington Metropolitan Area

Bethesda-Chevy Chase

Maryland

Kensington

Potomac

Fairfax County

Michael O'Connell

McLean

Virginia

Wheaton

Takoma Park

District of Columbia

Georgetown

District Of Columbia

Silver Spring

Arlington County

Arlington

Rosslyn

Clarendon-Courthouse-Rosslyn

Clarendon

Alden Theatre

In a world defined by change and reinvention, Ballet Hispánico New York offers an evening at The McLean Community Center's Alden Theatre where movement becomes a form of resilience, reflection, and renewal. MUJERES: Women in Motion features three powerful choreographic voices—each exploring identity, conscience, and cultural inheritance through her own distinct lens. Together, they reveal the plural imagination of contemporary America: layered, rhythmic, and alive with meaning. Don't miss this mesmerizing performance on October 2 at 7 p.m. at The Alden Theatre!
“Ballet Hispánico dances with elegance and lyricism.”—The Washington Post
Runtime: approximately 100 minutes with two intermissions

Local Event: Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in Motion at The Alden Theatre

Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in...

In a world defined by change and reinvention, Ballet Hispánico New York offers an evening at The McLean Community Center's...

Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in Motion at The Alden Theatre

Held at Grace Lutheran of Lutherville, 8601 Valleyfield Rd, LUTHVLE TIMON, MD, 21093

Shop •&nbsp;Mingle •&nbsp;Eat with Vendor Members Group at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! featuring juried art, &nbsp;craft vendors, and tasty food. This community event in our NEW Lutherville venue of Baltimore County offers free public admission, rain or shine, affordable gifts for all ages, and even tour bus parking for larger groups. Start the holidays off early by enjoying checking off your list in advance of the shopping rush.

Local Event: Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!

Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS...

Shop • Mingle • Eat with Vendor Members Group at the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE! featuring juried art,  craft vendors, and tasty...

Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!

<table><tbody><tr><td>Oneness-Family hosts beloved annual fall fair,&nbsp;Apple&nbsp;Fest! Join us on Saturday, October 3, and enjoy festive games, face painting, a giant moon bounce, pizza and baked treats, arts and crafts, and so much more.&nbsp;For families with children ages 2-14. Entry is free! Activity and food tickets will be available for purchase. Freshly picked apples are now&nbsp;available to order at <a href="https://www.onenessfamily.org/apple" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">www.onenessfamily.org/apple</a>&nbsp;and may be picked up at the festival.</td></tr><tr><td> </td></tr></tbody></table>

Local Event: Apple Fest

Chevy Chase

Apple Fest

Oneness-Family hosts beloved annual fall fair, Apple Fest! Join us on Saturday, October 3, and enjoy festive games, face...

Barnes & Noble

Meet the author, Joan M Kop, a former CIA administrative assistant, and author of Santa’s Secret Keeper: Operation BUZZ OFF. She will introduce you to the zany bug spies of the North Pole in this funny, highly-illustrated chapter book for kids 7+. The ultimate Christmas stocking stuffer. The event runs from noon until 3:00 p.m. and will include a BUZZ OFF Bug Hunt for kids 7+.

Local Event: Book Launch for Santa's Secret Keeper: Operation BUZZ OFF

Book Launch for Santa's Secret Keeper:...

Meet the author, Joan M Kop, a former CIA administrative assistant, and author of Santa’s Secret Keeper: Operation BUZZ OFF....

Book Launch for Santa's Secret Keeper: Operation BUZZ OFF

St. Raphael School

Monday, October 5, 2026 
St. Raphael School Open House: 9:00–10:00 a.m. 
St. Raphael Nursery School Open House: 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Discover all that St. Raphael School and Nursery School have to offer! Families are warmly invited to join us for our Double Open House on Monday, October 5.
Begin the morning from 9:00–10:00 a.m. with our K–8 School Open House, followed by the Nursery School Open House from 10:30–11:30 a.m.
Come tour our classrooms, meet our dedicated teachers and staff, and learn more about the welcoming, faith-filled community and engaging academic programs that make St. Raphael such a special place to learn and grow. We look forward to introducing your family to our programs for children from Nursery School through Grade 8.
Childcare will be available.
Families are encouraged to <a href="https://www.straphaelschoolmd.org/open-house-event-registration" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">pre-register</a> for the Open House through our school website, although walk-ins are always welcome.
Please Note: Registration for the 2027–28 school year at St. Raphael School and Nursery School opens at noon on October 5, 2026, following our Double Open House.<a href="https://www.straphaelschoolmd.org/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow noopener">St. Raphael School </a>(K-8) | <a href="https://www.straphaelschoolmd.org/preschool#SRNAHomePage" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">St. Raphael Nursery School </a>(Ages 3 - 5)

Local Event: St. Raphael School Double Open House | K–8: 9–10 a.m. • Nursery: 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Gaithersburg

St. Raphael School Double Open House | K–8:...

Monday, October 5, 2026 
St. Raphael School Open House: 9:00–10:00 a.m. 
St. Raphael Nursery School Open House: 10:30–11:30...

St. Raphael School Double Open House | K–8: 9–10 a.m. • Nursery: 10:30–11:30 a.m.

The Music Center at Strathmore

A spectacular symphonic production that unites 25 world-class musicians, two bandoneón virtuosos, and six internationally acclaimed tango dancers on one stage.
The Pan American Symphony Orchestra, led by Argentine Sergio Alessandro Buŝlje, takes you on a rich musical journey through iconic tango classics and contemporary masterpieces by Astor Piazzolla, bringing to life Argentine tango with symphonic depth and cinematic intensity. The captivating choreography of 6 award-winning tango dancers complete the show with their dramatic tension and explosive energy so characteristic of Argentine tango.

Local Event: Todo Tango 

Todo Tango 

A spectacular symphonic production that unites 25 world-class musicians, two bandoneón virtuosos, and six internationally...

Experience the passion, elegance, and power of tango on an unprecedented scale in a spectacular symphonic production that unites 25 world-class musicians, two bandoneón virtuosos, and six internationally acclaimed tango dancers on one stage.
The Pan American Symphony Orchestra, led by Argentine Sergio Alessandro Buŝlje, takes you on a rich musical journey through iconic tango classics and contemporary masterpieces by Astor Piazzolla, bringing to life Argentine tango with symphonic depth and cinematic intensity. The captivating choreography of 6 award-winning tango dancers complete the show with their dramatic tension and explosive energy so characteristic of Argentine tango.&nbsp;

Local Event: Todo Tango

North Bethesda

Todo Tango

Experience the passion, elegance, and power of tango on an unprecedented scale in a spectacular symphonic production that...

Hilton McLean Tysons Corner

<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trunk-or-treat-tickets-1998249542172?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank"> </a>Celebrate Halloween at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner with trunk-or-treating, family games, movies, festive food and spooky fun!
Come dressed in your Halloween best and trick-or-treat your way through creatively decorated trunks filled with plenty of sweet surprises. The evening will also feature games, food, beverages, and treats available for purchase, plus two indoor showings of a family-friendly Halloween movie at 6:00 PM and 8:00 PM. Register&nbsp;<a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/trunk-or-treat-tickets-1998249542172?aff=oddtdtcreator" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">HERE</a>&nbsp;today!&nbsp; 
FOR TREATERS
Festivities begin at 6:00 PM. Bring your trick-or-treat bags, wear your favorite costumes and come ready for an evening of Halloween fun. Admission is free! 
FOR TRUNKERS
Want to join the fun and decorate a trunk? Participation is free, and each registration reserves space for one vehicle. Registered trunkers should arrive at 5:00 p.m. for parking, setup and decorating before trick-or-treating begins at 6:00 p.m.
Please bring individually wrapped, prepackaged candy to distribute throughout the evening. As a thank-you for helping us make the event special, participating trunkers will receive a $20 food and beverage credit to Härth Restaurant &amp; Lounge.
CELEBRATE FOR A CAUSE
A portion of food and beverage proceeds from Trunk or Treat and throughout October will be donated to the Virginia Breast Cancer Foundation (www.vbcf.org) in support of breast cancer awareness. 
Gather your favorite little ghosts and goblins, put on your best costumes and join us for a Halloween night filled with treats, laughter and family fun. We can’t wait to celebrate with you! 🎃

Local Event: Trunk-or-Treat at Hilton McLean

Trunk-or-Treat at Hilton McLean

 Celebrate Halloween at Hilton McLean Tysons Corner with trunk-or-treating, family games, movies, festive food and spooky...

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Ballet Hispánico New York: MUJERES; Women in Motion at The Alden Theatre

Vendor Members Group & the Markets of CRAFTS GALORE!

Apple Fest

Book Launch for Santa's Secret Keeper: Operation BUZZ OFF

St. Raphael School Double Open House | K–8: 9–10 a.m. • Nursery: 10:30–11:30 a.m.

Todo Tango

Todo Tango

Trunk-or-Treat at Hilton McLean