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Hi Jenni,
Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at the Partnership! As we enter into the holiday season, there are so many opportunities to connect with friends & family at the Park.
Thank you to all who joined us for the Opening Reception of the Holiday Art Show & Sale! We had a wonderful evening celebrating and supporting local artists. You can still catch the show until January 5, open in the Partnership Galleries.
This Friday, the Puppet Co. opens its 35th annual production of The Nutcracker! This time honored seasonal celebration includes Tchaikovsky's familiar story of Clara and her prince, with some Puppet Co. nursery rhyme spin. Originated by the founding team of Allan Stevens, Christopher Piper, and MayField Piper and featuring the music of the Arlington Symphony Orchestra, this holiday classic is sure to get you and your family into the spirit of the season!
Also on Friday, the Yellow Barn Gallery will host a preview of an exhibition by artist Jenny Wilson of paintings and collages reflecting land, sky and sea. Join us at 7:00pm for this special preview with a jazz concert! You can also check out the show on Saturday & Sunday at the Yellow Barn Gallery and enjoy refreshments and live music all weekend!
This Saturday is Small Business Saturday and we're here to remind you β artists are small businesses too! Join us at the Park for Shop Arts Saturday and browse one-of-a kind artworks by local artists. Explore a variety of works across the Park's galleries including our Resident Artists' galleries and the Holiday Art Show & Sale in the Partnership Galleries to get a head start on your holiday list!
Read on for more of this week's happenings, including upcoming classes. We can't wait to see you at the Park soon, and as always, we appreciate your support!
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Join us under the twinkling lights to enjoy a variety of events and activities throughout the holiday season! | | | |
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Win a Day at the Park for your Neighborhood! | Live close to the Park and interested in winning a "Day at the Park" for your neighborhood in 2025? Join us as a neighborhood captain and help us raise funds in December to support the Park you love for a chance at winning the special celebration for your neighborhood! For more information, contact Jilna Kothary, jkothary@glenechopark.org. | | | |
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FALL/WINTER CLASSES
Registration is Open
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PRIVATE RENTALS
at Glen Echo Park
| Host your next corporate gathering, wedding, bar or bat mitzvah, birthday celebration, retirement party, or family reunion at Glen Echo Park! | | | | |
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Our fun and affordable social dances are open to the public with no prior experience or partner required. When we say we offer something for everyone, we're not kidding! Styles range from folk, blues, and contra to waltz, swing, tango and ballroom ... and more!
ο»ΏNew dancers are always welcome, and a pre-dance, introductory lesson is included with admission. Most dances feature live music by renowned local and national bands.
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District Zouk
November 30 | 7:30pm - 1:00am | Spanish Ballroom Back Room
Join us for a Brazilian Zouk Social at Glen Echo in the Spanish Ballroom Back Room. This Brazilian dance has been growing in popularity in the US and around the world. We have an open level class from 8:30-9:30pm followed by social dancing with local DJs. This time we're also having a lambada practica from 7:30-8:30pm so those who enjoy dancing lambada can get in some practice. Come learn and dance with us!
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Ballroom Time Dance: Fourth Sunday Afternoon Ballroom Dancing
December 1 | 2:45pm - 6:00pm | Spanish Ballroom
Waltz Time presents a waltz dance with live music by TERPSICHORE with Elke Baker (fiddle), Liz Donaldson (piano), Ralph Gordon (bass). Free Waltz lesson included with admission.
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Also Check Out this Week...
Folk Dance & Lesson | Friday Night Contra Dance & Occasional Squares | Tango/Milonga Dance & Lessons
NO DANCE on Thanksgiving Day
View the full dance calendar >>
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Glen Echo Park is your go-to place for classes & camps in visual arts, dance, music, and more! We offer a wide array of classes and workshops for children, teens, and adults, as well as camps for children & teens. We also present nature & aquatic life programs for kids. | |
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Improvisation & Performance
December 4 - February 26 | Wednesdays @ 10:45am - 12:15pm | Hall of Mirrors
A wonderful class for those interested in improvisation that fuels creativity! Take time to hone your performance skills in dance in this improvisation class. Instructor will facilitate movement and acting techniques that foster creative exploration in physical expression. Move your body, change your mind. The instructor has an eclectic background in physical theater, dance, improvisation, and performance.
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Yoga For All Levels
December 8 - February 23 | Sundays @ 6:00pm - 7:15pm | Hall of Mirrors
This open level yoga class incorporates breath and movement to create a deeply transformative practice. Beginners build strong awareness and understanding of the fundamentals of yoga poses while more seasoned yogis take their practice to new depths. In a nurturing and safe environment, everyone gains strength, balance, flexibility and relaxation. Bring a yoga mat and props
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FEATURED CHILDREN'S CLASSES | | | |
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36th Annual The Nutcracker
November 29 - December 31 | the Puppet Co.
Join the Puppet Co. for our 36th annual The Nutcracker! This time-honored seasonal celebration includes Tchaikovsky's familiar story of Clara and her prince, with some Puppet Co. nursery rhyme spin.
Purchase Tickets >>
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Upcoming: 'Twas the Night Before Christmas
December 6 β January 5 | Adventure Theatre MTC
βTwas the night before Christmas, when all through the house, not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse.β But wait! A mouse is stirring β because Santa missed his house last year. Before you can say βMerry Christmas!β, we are off on the wild adventures of a mouse, an elf, and a spunky little girl who just will not take no for an answer. Do not miss this joyful tribute to the holiday season!
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Parent & Child Bracelet Making Workshop (Ages 5-10)
December 14 | Saturday @ 10:00am - 12:00pm (one day) | Room 201
Enter your jewelry-making era with Heishe beads, thread weaving, paracord bracelets and more! Youβll be able to make your very own, custom bracelets. Learn about adding clasps and crimps and other techniques to elevate your beading work. All supplies are included in the tuition.
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Winter Wonderland Fair Workshop (Ages 4-8)
December 20 | Friday @ 3:00pm - 5:00pm (one day) | the Puppet Co.
Join us for some winter puppet fun! Our classroom will turn into a winter wonderland and you get to create a winter/holiday-themed puppet based on the snowy scenery. The Puppet Co will provide all materials. Workshop registration includes 2 tickets for any Mainstage holiday show (one for registrant, one for adult chaperone.)
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Praline Cafe
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
ο»ΏWednesday - Friday: 10am - 3pm
Saturday & Sunday: 11am - 7pm
*open for dances and special events beyond these hours*
Stop by Praline, located in the Spanish Ballroom wing closest to the playground, for sandwiches, pastries, snacks, and drinks! More Information >>
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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. | | | | |
