Hi Jenni,
As January comes to a close, activities are ramping up at the Park! Winter classes and workshops are going strong, with Spring and Summer classes just on the horizon. With the frozen weather finally starting to thaw slightly, it's the perfect time to join us for a social dance, visit a gallery, or check out a Children's Theater show.
We've got a returning favorite DanceFit for Body & Mind class Saturday mornings in February! Join instructor Smita Khatri for a Bollywood & Bhangra class, perfect for ages 10+. Dance to the soul-stirring rhythms of India with Bhangra — a celebratory and uplifting folk dance from the state of Punjab in North India and Bollywood dance — which borrows from Indian classical and folk dance styles, and is seen in Indian cinema.
We're thrilled to announce that West Coast Swing is coming to the Park! Saturday evening, join us for the very first West Coast Swing dance with Late Night Early in the Ballroom Back Room. Late Night Early is the only West Coast Swing party with late night vibes... but you can still call it a night at 10pm!
Join us Sunday afternoon to kick off Black History Month with an artist talk in conjunction with the current exhibition in the Photoworks Gallery, The Colors of Life, featuring photography by members of The Exposure Group African Americans Photographers Association. Participating artists Sharon Farmer, Sandy Adams, and Marvin Jones will impart wisdom on the topic of storytelling from behind — and in front of — the lens!
It's the last week to catch the Puppet Co.'s current show, Snowflakes, presented by the Beale Street Puppets. Don't miss this wintery, magical delight! The show closes this Sunday.
Interested in presenting a social dance, live music event, or educational dance program at Glen Echo Park? The Partnership is looking for qualified individuals or organizations to submit proposals for programming during the 2025 calendar year. Proposals are due February 14th at 5:00pm.
Read on for more of this week's happenings, including upcoming classes and social dance. We can't wait to see you at the Park soon, and as always, we appreciate your support!
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Interested in presenting a program at Glen Echo Park?
Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture Inc. is looking for qualified individuals or organizations to present public participatory dances, live music events, or educational dance programs at Glen Echo Park during the 2025 calendar year, from April 1-December 31.
Proposals due February 14th at 5:00pm
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FALL/WINTER CLASSES
Registration is Open
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PRIVATE RENTALS
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!
New 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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West Coast Swing: Late Night Early
February 1 | 5:00pm - 10:00pm | Ballroom Back Room
See "Featured" section above for more details.
More Info & Purchase Tickets >>
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Waltz Dance with Waltz Time
Waltz Time presents a waltz dance with live music by SUGAR BEAT with Susan Brandt (flute), Elke Baker (fiddle), Marc Glickman (piano). Free Waltz lesson included with admission.
Learn More >>
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Also Check Out this Week ...
International Folk Dance* with Dancing Planet | Blues Dance* with Capital Blues | Contra Dance & Occasional Squares* with Friday Night Dancers | DanceFit for Body & Mind: Bollywood & Bhangra | Viennese Waltz Workshop with Dance Sport Endurance | Swing Dance* with Gottaswing | Tango/Milonga Dance* with Tango Brillante
*Includes beginner lesson & social dance
Partnership Dance Class Series
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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Just Add Water: Watercolor Witchcraft: Color
Begins February 18 | Tuesdays @ 10:00am - 12:30pm | Stone Tower Studio
If there ever is proof that magic is real, it resides in watercolor. When in the right hands, color springs from the brush like fireworks, pigment meanders through washes like it’s alive, and accidents strangely become the most interesting part of the painting. You will learn everything you need to know from brush types, to pigments, to paper weights, so you will feel comfortable with this beautiful medium. This Art Clinic is geared toward beginning and intermediate level students and will focus on a deeper understanding of color.
More info: mkastrin@gmail.com. Minimum age 14. 5 sessions.
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Seascapes in Colored Pencil
Begins February 19 | Wednesdays @ 5:00pm - 7:00pm | ONLINE
Everyone wants to draw the water in all its forms, from quiet water for sailing to rolling waves. Learn to portray the textures and depth of seascapes with colored pencils! Learn vital techniques you can even take with you on vacation. Classes, critique & demos recorded for you to re-watch. You will benefit whether beginner or advanced.
More info: lisarts.com@gmail.com. Minimum age 16. 3 sessions.
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Beale Street Puppets Snowflakes
January 11 - February 2 | the Puppet Co.
Jack Frost brings his magical touch to winter: see Nicicle Icicle the Penguin, Louis Walrus and his Sardine Chorus, Jingle Belle the Ice Skater, and Jolly Holly the Snowman! Our Snowflake Snowgirls Showgirls dance while our Tuxedo Penguins tip their top hats to you! Winter is Whimsical with our Merry Marionettes!
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Upcoming: Dragons Love Tacos
February 7 - March 30 | Adventure Theatre MTC
You know what Dragons really love? Tacos of course! A boy and his dog are watching a TV show about dragons when they unexpectedly get caught up in the ‘Dos and Don’ts’ of what to serve to dragons to eat. Dragons love tacos, but if they accidentally eat spicy salsa…watch out!
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Upcoming: Peter and the Wolf
February 14 – March 16 | the Puppet Co.
Follow Peter, a courageous and naïve boy on his quest to catch the Wolf against the wishes of his grandfather and his animal friends of the woods. This production will incorporate the classic music in this two-person small marionette romp.
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Making a Valentine Box - Parent & Child Workshop (Ages 5-12)
February 9 | Sunday @ 1:00pm - 3:00pm (one day) | Crystal Pool Studio
Create a lovely stencil painting on a small wooden box provided for you. You will also have the opportunity to create your own stencils. Tuition covers one person. Adult and child must be registered under their own name. Supply fee is $10 per individual, payable to the instructor the day of the workshop.
More info: 301.980.1538; andrle@youngcreativespirit.org. 1 session.
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Parent/Child Nature-Inspired Art & Artists Workshop – Shadows and Light (Ages 4 – 7)
February 15 | Saturday @ 11:00am - 12:30pm (one day) | Room 303
Discover the world of nature inspired art and artists with your child. Learn about shadows and sunlight. Then we will make our own shadow art, tracing shadows on white paper and painting our tracings. Tuition covers one person. Adult and child must each register separately under their own name. Supply fee of $10 per person payable to instructor. More info: sarah.m.rizk@gmail.com. 1 session.
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SUMMER CAMPS PREVIEW
Browse the camps section of our upcoming Spring-Summer 2025 digital catalog! Registration opens February 5.
Let your child spark their creativity and develop their artistic skills in a fun, non-competitive environment with classes in:
Aquatic Life & Nature | Arts & Media | Dance & Movement | Drawing, Painting & Crafts | Fused Glass | Music | Theater | & More!
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Praline Cafe
Monday & Tuesday: Closed
Wednesday - 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. | | | | |