Upcoming Events
Wheaton & Kensington
Chamber of Commerce
301-949-0080
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The project is partially funded by local supporters and by a grant from the Arts and Humanities Council of Montgomery County.
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The Wheaton Arts & Entertainment District has teamed up with the Chuck Levin’s Washington Music Center this year for its TGIF Summer Concert Series, and offers an afterwork summer celebration on Friday evenings.
in the Marian Fryer Town Plaza, 2424 Reedie Drive, Wheaton, MD 20902
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August 4 with local favorites PROJECT LOCREA
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Each Friday will be live music from the hottest bands in the DMV, live artist demonstrations, and cocktails and drinks from Twin Valley Distillers.
- Happy Hour DJ set at 5:00 pm
- Live music at 6:00 pm
- After party TBA
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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
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
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Creative Business Talk by Dennis Forbes
Join the intimate and insightful afternoon to welcome the visionary behind the Cultural Arts Center, Dennis Forbes! Step into the heart of creativity and hear the captivating story of how the Sebrof Forbes Cultural Arts Center came to life.
Saturday, August 5, at 2:00 pm
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3535 University Blvd, West, Kensington, MD 20895
301-933-4170
Lite Refreshments will be served!
Dennis Forbes is the author and publisher of Christo and Four Modern Environmental Artists (2012), Krishna Reddy Master Printmaker, Sculptor, and Artist (2010), award-winning Studios and Workspaces of Black American Artists (2008) and Collecting Limited Edition Prints: Contemporary African American Printmakers (2004).
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“Craving Cool” is the current art exhibition through August 20.
15 artists are exhibiting their original artwork. The show features artists’ interpretations and impressions of what it means to stay cool this summer, from work focused on cool hues to depictions of ways to enjoy summer despite the heat!
Thur-Fri 1-7pm; Sat-Sun 11-5pm
at the
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11160 Veirs Mill Road
Wheaton, MD 20902
(Lower Level at Entrance 11)
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Community Mosaic Dedication
the Community Mosaic that was made by residents of Montgomery Housing Partnership (MHP) - residents from the Pembridge Square and Amherst Garden apartments in Wheaton.
The project was led by mosaic artists, Edwin Salmeron and Ge'Vonna Keyes of Whimsy Mosaics along with the residents.
Dan Thompson, Wheaton Arts Parade CEO, Councilmember Natalie Fani-Gonzalez and MHP President Robert Goldman spoke at the dedication, along with several artists.
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Support the MHP Backpack Drive
With your help, every summer Montgomery Housing Partnership provides more than 450 students with tools to learn and succeed: brand-new backpacks filled with grade-appropriate supplies.
Backpacks and supplies are needed now more than ever. Help make that possible for every child in our communities.
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A new WDCE scholarship for financially-eligible, job seekers who are ready to get to work by June 30, 2024, is now ready for applicants!
The Robert I. Schattner Job Training and Certification Scholarship is now available to receive applications during the open period from July 5 - August 4, 2023. Information about the scholarship, eligibility requirements, a list of qualified courses, the application and more are now on the WDCE Career Path Scholarship page.
Full scholarships, career navigation, certification exam fees, and required books are built into the program. This grant should serve 50-60 people who establish eligibility. Apply now and don't miss the deadline!
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CALL FOR ENTRIES for the 9th Annual Wheaton Film Festival
Submit your film!
Deadlines are:
September 1, 2023 for regular submissions
and October 1, 2023 for late submissions
The 2023 Wheaton Film Festival will be in-person on November 11
Use code “WFF3223” for 25% off of your submission fees
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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.
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!
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Drop-in sessions will take place at the Ignite Hub
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every first and third Tuesday of the month at 5:00 pm
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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.
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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!
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