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Hi Jenni!
The Puppet Co.'s production of Cinderella runs through August 28, so there's still time to catch this critically acclaimed show!
Our summer concert series concludes this week with one more FREE outdoor performance! We hope you'll join us to hear Nobody's Business in the Bumper Car Pavilion this Thursday at 7:30 pm, rain or shine!
Plus, the Bethesda Magazine Best of Bethesda Readers' Poll is now open! Cast your vote by September 13 to support Glen Echo Park in the categories of Best Wedding Venue, Best Bar/Bat Mitzvah Venue, Best Kids Arts Camp, and Best Kids Theatre!
We've also prepared a brilliant selection of upcoming classes for kids, teens, and adults! Keep scrolling for all the details about courses, dances, exhibitions, and more!
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Final Summer Concert: Nobody's Business
Thursday, August 25 | 7:30 pm
Join us for the final summer concert of the 2022 season! Outdoors in the covered Bumper Car Pavilion, rain or shine, dancers and families welcome!
Fronted by 'belt-it-out' vocalists Melissa Bronez and Karoun Demirjian, NOBODY'S BUSINESS takes its up-tempo business seriously. The eight-piece band - including keyboard, harmonica and sax - comes at you hard with a drivin' mix of blues, R&B, soul and rock.
Learn More >>
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Labor Day Weekend Events
September 2 - 5, 2022
The 51st Annual Labor Day Art Show is almost here! Join us for an Opening Reception on Friday, September 2nd at 7:30pm. Members will also get early access to view the show and purchase art at 6pm that evening, so we invite you to make a donation today and become a member! View the artwork in the Spanish Ballroom from 12pm to 6pm each day of the long weekend.
Plus, on Sunday and Monday, we're excited to present a FREE Social Dance Showcase in the Bumper Car Pavilion! Dancers of all skill level are welcome to enjoy live music and get a taste of many different styles of dance!
Learn More & RSVP >>
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Wednesday, August 24 | 8:00 pm | |
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Contra and Square Dance
featuring Melissa Chatham calling with Some Assembly
| Friday, August 26 | 7:30 - 11:00 pm | |
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Sunday, August 28 | 6:30 - 11:00 pm | |
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Social Dance Showcase
Sunday, Sept 4th & Monday, Sept 5th
| Save the date for next weekend's FREE, beginner-friendly event that will give you a taste of many different styles of dance! Check out the full schedule and RSVP today! | |
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Teen Photography Night at Photoworks (Ages 14 - 18)
Friday, Sept 16 | 6:30 - 8:30 pm
Teens with a range of photography skills are invited to explore historic Glen Echo Park. iPhones for capture of images to share with the class; Introduction to film darkroom and journal collages.
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Let's Sing! (Ages 5 - 7)
Tuesdays | Sept 13 - Dec 20
5:15 - 6:00 pm
Become a singing star! Learn songs from popular films and other genres while having fun learning to breathe and care for the young voice and reinforce the elements of music. Performance for parents and friends at last class.
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Costume Making Workshop
Sunday, Sept 18 | 2:00 - 5:00 pm
Bring your puppet, stuffed animal, or the measurements for your pet and take home a costume from your imagination. Expert puppeteer and cosplay artist Kristina Hopkins will guide you through anything from a princess dress to dragon wings to a supersuit! Ages 8 and up, and adults are also welcome.
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Introduction to Dance (Ages 7-10)
Tuesdays | Sept 13 - Nov 29
5:00 - 6:30 pm
Students, ages 7 to 10, will enjoy a fun dance class that incorporates a classical ballet barre and center along with stretches and creative exploration of movement. The second portion of the class will teach students a rotation of jazz, contemporary, and modern dance choreography.
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Beginning Knitting Workshop
Thu | Sept 1 - 8
7:00 - 8:30 pm
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DC Street Photography
Sat | Sept 3 - Oct 8
12:00 - 2:00 pm
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Foundation: Getting Started Shooting Video
Tue | Sept 6 - Nov 29
7:00 - 9:00 pm
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Just Add Water Art Clinic: Watercolor Pencils + Acrylics- Figure
Wed | Sept 7 - Oct 19
10:00 am - 12:30 pm
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Improvisation & Performance
Wed | Sept 7 - Nov 30
10:45 am - 12:15 pm
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Introductory Irish Fiddle
Wed | Sept 7 - Dec 21
7:30 - 8:30 pm
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Yoga for All Levels
Sun | Sept 11 - Nov 20
6 - 7:15 pm
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Intermediate Voice for Adults
Mon | Sept 12 - Dec 19
7:30 - 8:30 pm
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Discover Silversmithing 1 Workshop
Wed-Thur | Sept 14-15
10:30 am - 1:30 pm
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Glen Echo Park Partnership Galleries
The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture curates and manages three galleries: Popcorn Gallery, Stone Tower Gallery, and Park View Gallery.
Learn more >>
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Popcorn Gallery
Legacy: A Celebration, Wearable Expressions of Time
August 5 - September 5
Hours: Sat & Sun | 12 pm - 6 pm
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Stone Tower Gallery
Khánh H. Lê: From Behind There, We Are Now Here
August 5 - October 2
Hours: Sat & Sun | 12 pm - 6 pm
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Park View Gallery
Emma Stevenson Cowan:
A Shift In Focus
August 5 - September 5
Hours: Mon - Sat | 10 am - 6 pm
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Photoworks Gallery
Flowers: Remembering Bert Shankman
August 19 - September 25
Saturdays 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm
& Sundays 1:00 pm - 7:00 pm
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Glen Echo Pottery Gallery
Saturdays & Sundays
11:00 am - 4:00 pm
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Art Glass Center Gallery
Saturdays & Sundays
12:00 pm - 4:00 pm
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the Puppet Co. presents
Cinderella
July 21 - August 28 (FINAL WEEK!)
Rod puppets convey the classic tale of rags to riches, love at first sight (twice!), and getting what we all deserve. Don’t miss this fan favorite production, or your magical midnight curfew! Recommended ages 5+. Run time approximately 45 minutes.
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Tiny Tots Shows at the Puppet Co.
Designed for children 2 to 4 years old, Tiny Tots offers a viewing atmosphere especially suited for young theatre patrons.
All Tiny Tots shows feature:
- 30 min. runtime
- no dark room
- no loud noises
- open theatre doors
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Glen Echo Park Aquarium
The Glen Echo Park Aquarium is open by appointment ONLY. Call or text 570-334-8713 or email info@gepaquarium.org to schedule a visit.
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Praline Cafe: New Operating Hours
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Wednesdays - Sundays
10:00 am - 4:00 pm
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The Bethesda Magazine Best of Bethesda Readers’ Poll is open!
Help us take home a top prize in one of the categories below by casting your vote today.
Vote for us for:
Best Wedding Venue
Best Bar/Bat Mitzvah Venue
Best Kids Arts Camp
Best Kids Theatre
The Readers’ Poll results will be published in Bethesda Magazine’s January/February 2023 issue. Submission deadline is September 13. We appreciate your support!
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The Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture is supported in part by the Maryland State Arts Council (msac.org) and also by funding from the Montgomery County government and the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County (creativemoco.com). All programs are produced in cooperation with the National Park Service and Montgomery County, Maryland | | | | |
