Children's Events/Classes
: 4-6 Grade Book Discussion - Virtual
Join MCPL virtually for a 4-6th grade book discussion, followed by a fun STEM activity. 6-7pm. To join.
: Read to a Dog with MCPL
Elementary school children may practice reading to therapy dogs from Pets on Wheels. Sessions are for 15 minutes with Zoom. 4pm. To register.
Classes/Workshops
: Tai Chi Classes In-Studio/Outdoors/Zoom
Improve posture, balance, flexibility, and strength through Tai Chi, a form of moving meditation and martial art. Sun & Moon Taiji One at Yong Studios, 4916 Fairmont Ave. Inquire for more details of dates and times. SunAndMoonTaijiOne@gmail.com.
- : BCC English Conversation Club
English conversation practice for non-native English speakers in friendly atmosphere. In Person at Bethesda Regional Services Center. Additional dates, Dec. 8,15, and 22. 4805 Edgemoor Lane, 2nd floor, Room C. 11am-12:30pm. Ages 16+. FREE. For more information email at conversationbcc@gmail.com.
: Early-Winter Tai Chi Open House via Zoom
De-stress, boost natural immunity, increase fitness through low-impact exercise! No prior experience necessary. Sun & Moon Taiji One at Yong Studios, 4916 Fairmont Ave. 10:55am. FREE but RSVP required. To RSVP, email SunAndMoonTaijiOne@gmail.com.
Concerts/Music
- : Sarah Brightman: A Christmas Symphony
Brightman decks the halls with renditions Christmas classics, her holiday favorites, and greatest hits. Strathmore, 5301 Tuckerman Ln. All ages. $68–$238. To learn more and to purchase tickets, visit here.
: Devotchka at Strathmore
NPR calls DeVotchKa “a surprisingly potent potpourri of cabaret, spaghetti Western, and Eastern European Gypsy songs.” AMP by Strathmore, 11810 Grand Park Ave. 8pm. All ages. $33–$42. For more information, visit.
Discussions/Readings
: English Conversation Club - Virtual
Join MCPL to practice English conversation in an informal, friendly relaxed setting. New members are always welcome but space is limited. 4pm. FREE. To join.
Live Performance/Exhibit
- : Waverly Street Gallery Holiday Show
Stop by Waverly Street Gallery for their holiday show to enjoy view prints, paintings, photography, digital art, metalwork, jewelry, ceramics, and artist books. Gallery Hours: Thursdays, Saturdays-Sundays 1-5pm; Fridays 4-8pm. 4600 East-West Hwy #102. For more information, visit here.
- : Glen Echo Holiday Art Show
The Glen Echo Holiday Art Show & Sale is a great place to shop for everyone on your holiday list! The show features the Park's resident artists and instructors, as well as other invited guests. 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Sat.&Sun. 12-6pm. Holiday hours may be different. For more information, visit.
- : Gallery B Presents: Art of Entertainment
Art of Entertainment will feature artwork by Bob O'Brien. 7700 Wisconsin Ave., Suite E. Wednesday - Saturday, 11:30am-5:30pm & Sunday, Dec. 12 & 19, 11:30am-5:30pm. For more information, visit .
- : Washington Revels At Glen Echo Park
The Christmas Revels is back to the stage with a story rooted in the history of our region and our nation. Additional dates of Dec. 17-19. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit here.
- : Imagination Stage- Corduroy
Based on the “Corduroy” and “A Pocket for Corduroy” books by Don Freeman. For tickets and more information, visit.
Special Events
: Winter Wonderland
Celebrate the holiday season from 1-4pm at the Norfolk Avenue Streetery (corner of Norfolk and St. Elmo Avenues) in downtown Bethesda with live ice sculpting, live music and more! For more information, visit here.
: Chanukah Celebration
Join the Glen Echo Park Partnership, Adventure Theatre MTC, the Puppet Co. and the Chabad of Bethesda for a Chanukah Celebration including children's theater performances and a Chanukah Party! 2:30pm. For more information and to purchase tickets, visit here.
: Connie Morella Library Advisory Committee Meeting - Virtual
Join the Connie Morella Library Advisory Committee open meeting for a discussion of and updates on Montgomery County Public Libraries services and programs. 6pm. FREE. To join.
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