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Upcoming Events Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce 301-949-0080 ‌

One Montgomery Green Gala Sustainability: Environmental Impact Thursday, June 22, from 5 - 9 pm at Brookside Gardens 1800 Glenallan Ave,Wheaton, MD 20902

TechMAP, a US DOL grant-funded program, and the Montgomery College Information Technology Institute in partnership with WorkSource Montgomery, is new initiative designed for those whose backgrounds have been impacted by the criminal justice system. See WorkSource Montgomery’s post Tech Turnaround is for those with a desire to learn IT skills from coding, networking, and data analytics to cloud technologies and software development, plus hands-on career coaching and wrap-around support. Join this high-tech workforce! Drop-in sessions will take place at the Ignite Hub every first and third Tuesday of the month at 5:00 pm (today!)   SIGN UP and receive more information about Tech Turnaround

Kensington Park Annual Series: Spring Into Health and Wellness (part 3)   In-Person, Free event series at Kensington Park Bi-weekly classes to help you feel your best, both mentally and physically! RSVP is necessary   Continuing the Spring Into Health & Wellness Series: Wednesday, June 7, from 1:30 - 2:30 pm Budding Brushstrokes: Paint & Sip Wednesday, June 21, from 1:30 - 2:30 pm Keep That Spring in Your Step: Fall Prevention & Balance in Action Kensington Park Senior Living 3620 Littledale Road, Kensington, MD 20895 For any questions contact Brooke Ballenger at 301-946-7700

Wheaton & Kensington Chamber of Commerce 39th Annual Community Awards* *After 3 years of happening virtually, our Annual Awards Dinner will be back in-person a little later this year! We will post more information on our website when it is available!

One Montgomery Green Gala The OMG Gala Theme is Sustainability: Environmental Impact Thursday, June 22, from 5:00 to 9:00 pm   Tickets Per Person: Regular $75 | $100 at door Register Eat, Drink and Be Green! Join One Montgomery Green for another unique celebration. It will be a memorable day with outdoor activities, local vendor tents, student scientists, exceptional food from local eateries, raffles, and music under the stars.   Your participation will benefit a great cause supporting the sustainable innovation zone in Wheaton, MD and recognizing the work of awardees supporting our environment. at Brookside Gardens, 1800 Glenallan Avenue, Wheaton, MD 20902 KEYNOTE SPEAKER: Maryland Department of the Environment (MDOE) Deputy Secretary Suzanne Dorsey. Ms. Dorsey will present the Maryland Green Registry Sustainability Leadership Award winners as part of the One Montgomery Green Gala. See Event on Facebook   VOLUNTEERS are still needed for the OMG Gala! We need help your help! Interested? Please email Wendy Howard Give a few hours and enjoy an amazing event!

CALL FOR ENTRIES for the 9th Annual Wheaton Film Festival Submit your film! Deadlines are: July 1, 2023 for early submissions September 1, 2023 for regular submissions and October 1, 2023 for late submissions   The 2023 Wheaton Film Festival will take place in-person on November 11   Submit your film or view details Use code “WFF3223” for 25% off of your submission fees

Montgomery County Department of Permitting Services (DPS) Podcast   The DPS Podcast is a new platform to keep customers informed about building and safety issues and to help make the permitting process easier to navigate. Business owners and homeowners should subscribe and listen to learn about the DPS work and meet the staff experts.   Keep up with the latest news and information on permit/plans/solar panels/fences/decks/EV charging stations. Connect with experts about renovating your home (adding a deck, fence, pool or shed); opening a new business (certificates and licenses); or planning a special event.   The podcast is available on the DPS website and on platforms including Amazon, Apple, Spotify, and Buzzsprout   View the DPS video about the importance of deck permits, inspections and maintenance

The British Players present Blood Brothers   By Willy Russell Directed by Noah Morowitz Produced by John Allnutt   Through June 24   View showtimes and ticket sales   Blood Brothers is one of the most popular British musicals ever - and has thrilled audiences in the West End for 24 years with over 10,000 performances. A noirish tale of twin brothers separated at birth, raised on opposite sides of the tracks and doomed to follow their destiny… a spirited satire of working-class life… a haunting folk opera filled with love and desire. at the Kensington Town Hall, 3710 Mitchell Street, Kensington, MD 20895 Questions? Email the box office, or call 240-600-1760 The British Players is a 501(c)(3) non-profit organisation

Kensington Historical Society presents Free Summer Concert Series Every Saturday until September 23 from 10:00 - 11:00 am at Howard Avenue Park across from The Farmers' Market at the Kensington Train Station Jun 24 Poor Ellen Smith: Seasoned Americana band; songs & acoustic guitar sounds of vintage Bluegrass, Blues & Country in style of Doc Watson, Norman Blake & others Jul 1 WeaverSmith: Originals & folk/rock covers that Kensington knows and loves Jul 8 The Porch Delights: Porch-style Americana w/sizzlin’ guitar, mandolin, harmonica & exquisite harmonies Jul 15 Rita Clarke & Mystic Ya Ya: Exciting modern blend of Soul, Pop, Jazz, R&B, Boogie Woogie, & Rock & Roll Jul 22 Billy Coulter: 20-time Wammie Award winner’s distinctive style blurs the line be-tween roots & pop, blending influences from Dylan to Bowie Jul 29 Take Two: Lively combination of Top 40, Oldies & Country Aug 5 Spencer J: Sophisticated, Syncopated, Mystifying, Folk Aug 12 Bethesda Brass Ensemble: Music from Dixieland to Baroque and beyond Aug 19 Diane Poole: “The Poole Party” draws from pop, folk, & country – blending voices & playing styles to share their love of music & all things ukulele Aug 26 Isn’t That So: Mix of Americana – swing, country, blues, R&B, early jazz, & folk-lad-en gems – that have stood the test of time Sep 2 Shannon Leigh Reynolds: Acoustic Americana steeped in bluegrass & classic country Sep 9 Silver Strings: Chesapeake Bay-area folk, bluegrass, blues, traditional, & contemporary music string band Sep 16 Rockville Swing Band: It Don’t Mean a Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing) Sep 23 Keith Grimes & Esther Haynes: Acoustic American Songbook + popular & vintage swing tunes View the latest happenings in Kensington