Montgomery Community Events July 17-24, 2008

Thursday, July 17, 2008

Thursday 17

CHILDREN'S TEA PARTY REGISTRATION, for ages 4 to 8 accompanied by an adult, ongoing registration for popular program; a librarian reads "Miss Spider's Tea Party" while children have cookies and "tea." 11 a.m. Aug. 9; space is limited. Gaithersburg Library, 18330 Montgomery Village Ave., Gaithersburg. Free. 240-773-9497 or http://www.montgomerycountymd.gov/library.

NATIONAL LIBRARY OF MEDICINE FIELD TRIP, for people with cancer and their family members or caregivers, ongoing registration for a guided tour of the National Library of Medicine at NIH, followed by a demonstration of medical research databases. 1-3:30 p.m. Aug. 19. Participants meet at the Wellness Community-Greater Washington to carpool to NIH grounds; bring photo ID for admission to NIH. The Wellness Community, Suite 100, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda. Free. 301-493-5002 or twcdc@thewellnesscommunity.org.

CHILD SAFETY-SEAT INSPECTION, specially trained police officers check the condition and installation of child safety seats. Children up to age 8 are required to use a federally approved child seat or booster seat when riding in a motor vehicle, unless they are at least 4 feet 9 inches tall or weigh more than 65 pounds. 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Fitzgerald Auto Mall, 5501 Nicholson Lane, Rockville. Free. 240-773-5030.

LIVE BUTTERFLY EXHIBIT, as Asian, Costa Rican and North American butterflies fly among tropical flowering plants, learn about the butterfly life cycle. 10 a.m.-4 p.m. daily, through Sept. 21, Brookside Gardens south conservatory, 1800 Glenallan Ave., Wheaton. Tickets available at the visitors center and conservatory gift shops. No strollers. $5; ages 3-12, $4. 301-962-1453 or http://www.brooksidegardens.org.

CHILDREN'S READING PROGRAM, for ages 5 to 12 accompanied by an adult, David and Jenny Heitler-Klevans sing about reading, books, and insects; part of the library's "Catch a Reading Bug" summer reading program. 10:30 a.m., Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Dr., Potomac. Free. 240-777-0690 or http://www.twoofakind.com.

CHILDREN'S STORY TIME, for ages 3 to 5 accompanied by an adult, a librarian shows short films, sings songs and leads stretches. 10:30 a.m., Chevy Chase Library, 8005 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase. Free. 240-773-9590.

CHILDREN'S THEATER PERFORMANCE, for ages 2 to 6 accompanied by an adult, the Rainbow Company children's theater troupe performs "Anansi the Spider," about a mischievous character in traditional Ashanti tales from Ghana. 2 p.m., Quince Orchard Library, 15831 Quince Orchard Rd., Gaithersburg. Free. 240-777-0200.

MONTGOMERY HOSPICE WORKSHOP, a discussion of "When Bad Things Happen to Good People," led by a hospice professional. 2-3:30 p.m. today and 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Montgomery Hospice, Suite 100, 1355 Piccard Dr., Rockville. Free, registration required. 301-921-4400.

RAMAYANA DANCE PERFORMANCE, choreographer Nilimma Devi leads a performance of "Ramayana," a 2,000-year-old Asian epic using masks and colorful costumes, as interpreted by young dancers; sponsored by the Sutradhar Institute of Dance and Related Arts. 2 p.m., Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center, 1000 Forest Glen Rd., Silver Spring. Free. 301-681-1255.

YOUTH BOARD GAMES, for ages 10 to 18 accompanied by an adult, learn how to play or improve your gaming skills, pizza served. 2 p.m. today, July 24 and 31, Aspen Hill Library, 4407 Aspen Hill Rd., Rockville. Free. 240-773-9410.

YOUTH FILM, a screening of "Eight-Legged Freaks" (2002), a PG-13 action thriller about giant poisonous spiders. 3 p.m., Rockville Library, 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville. Free. 240-777-0140.

YOUTH BANDS CONCERT, local teen bands perform; sponsored by Aspen Hill library and the Montgomery County Recreation Department. 7-9 p.m. today, July 24 and 31, Aspen Hill Library, 4407 Aspen Hill Rd., Rockville. Free. 240-773-9410, Ext. 79409.

YOUTH SCIENCE PROGRAM, for ages 5 to 12 accompanied by an adult, staff from the Maryland Science Center lead "Brain Benders," an interactive program on the "magic" of science. 7 p.m., Quince Orchard Library, 15831 Quince Orchard Rd., Gaithersburg. Free. 240-777-0200.

Friday 18

OUTDOOR MOVIE NIGHT, a screening of "Enchanted" (2007), Amy Adams and James Marsden star in the story of a fairy-tale princess sent to modern-day New York by an evil queen, played by Susan Sarandon; bring a blanket or a lawn chair. 8:30 p.m., Church of Christ at Manor Woods, 5300 Norbeck Rd., Rockville. 301-460-3550 or http://www.manorwoods.com.

YOGA CLASS, for seniors, Jane Adams offers instruction on exercise, breathing and meditation to help develop agility, balance, strength, muscle tone, bone mass, endurance and vitality; wear loose, comfortable clothing and bring a mat. 10:45-11:45 a.m., Margaret Schweinhaut Senior Center, 1000 Forest Glen Rd., Silver Spring. $5 per session. 301-681-1255.

AUTHOR APPEARANCE AND READING, Melissa Marr talks about the faerie world of tattoos, magic and romance in her fantasy mystery novel "Ink Exchange." 5:30 p.m., Barnes & Noble Booksellers, 4801 Bethesda Ave., Bethesda. Free. 301-986-1761.

SUMMER DINNER THEATER PERFORMANCE, for all ages, a performance of Disney's "Beauty and the Beast." Show includes songs from the film and stage versions. The Montgomery College Summer Dinner Theatre is an annual training program for aspiring actors and behind-the-scenes artists. 6:30 p.m. Friday and Saturday; 12:30 p.m. Sunday, Montgomery College, Theater Arts Arena, 51 Mannakee St., Rockville. $37; age 12 and younger, $27; ticket price includes the performance and a full dinner buffet. 240-567-7676 or http://www.montgomerycollege.edu/sdt.

JAZZ CONCERTS, Steve Herberman (guitar), Pepe Gonzalez (bass), Alex Norris (trumpet) and vocalists Alison Crockett and Christine Crerar perform; a student concert opens the show at 7 p.m.; sponsored by Chuck Levin's Washington Music Center, Sushi Damo restaurant and St. Mark's Presbyterian Church. 8:30 p.m., at the church, 10701 Old Georgetown Rd., Rockville. $20; in advance, $15; age 12 and younger, $5. 410-349-1082 or http://www.instantseats.com.

Saturday 19

SILVER SPRING COMMUNITY YARD SALE, antiques, toys, books, music and educational CDs, clothing, jewelry, household items, electronics, carpet, health and beauty products and more; proceeds benefit the Eastern Montgomery Emergency Assistance Network. 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Eastern Montgomery Regional Services Center, 3300 Briggs Chaney Rd., Silver Spring. Admission, free; vendor space, $10. 240-777-8411.

SILVER SPRING FARMERS MARKET, goat- and cow's-milk cheeses such as mozzarella and ricotta, goat-milk soap, yogurt, fruit, vegetables, honey, eggs, pies, preserves, salsas, cut flowers and more. 9 a.m.-1 p.m. Saturdays, Silver Plaza, on Ellsworth Drive between Georgia Avenue and Fenton Street, Silver Spring. Admission, free. 202-362-8889.

INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER LESSON, for adults, a workshop on gaining access to library catalogs and databases, and the basics of Web pages. 9:15 a.m. Saturdays, White Oak Library, 11701 New Hampshire Ave., Silver Spring. Free. 240-773-9555.

PLANT CLINIC, Montgomery County master gardeners answer questions; bring plant specimens and insect samples for diagnosis. 10 a.m.-noon Saturdays, Audubon Naturalist Society, Woodend Sanctuary, 8940 Jones Mill Rd., Chevy Chase. Free. Plant hotline: 301-590-9650, weekday mornings.

CHILDREN'S ENTERTAINMENT, a clown presents a program of music, magic and games. 11 a.m., Chevy Chase Library, 8005 Connecticut Ave., Chevy Chase. Free. 240-773-9590.

CANCER DISCUSSION, for people with cancer and their family members and caregivers, Joshua Katz of Shady Grove Adventist Hospital talks about colorectal cancer, its diagnostic challenges, treatments and side effects, as well as survivorship issues; a light lunch will be provided; sponsored by the Wellness Community-Greater Washington. Noon-2 p.m., the Wellness Community, 5430 Grosvenor Lane, Bethesda. Free. 301-493-5002 or twcdc@thewellnesscommunity.org.

CHILDREN'S TROLLEY PROGRAM, for age 3 and older accompanied by an adult, a short story and related craft. 1 and 1:30 p.m., National Capital Trolley Museum, Northwest Branch Park, 1313 Bonifant Rd., Colesville. Story and program, free; vintage streetcar rides, $4; seniors and ages 2 to 17, $3. 301-384-6088 or http://dctrolley.org.

INTRODUCTORY COMPUTER LESSON, for adults, basic keyboarding and mouse use, with a primer on computer terms such as drop-down menus. 1-2:30 p.m., Rockville Library, 21 Maryland Ave., Rockville. Free. 240-777-0140.

AFRICAN AMERICAN BOOK DISCUSSION, for adults, a librarian leads a discussion of Breena Clarke's debut novel, "River, Cross My Heart," about a segregated community in 1920s Georgetown. 3 p.m., Germantown Library, 19840 Century Blvd., Germantown. Free. 240-777-0110.

Sunday 20

SILVER SPRING BLOOD DRIVE, sponsored by the American Red Cross; call to schedule a donation; walk-ins welcome. 8 a.m.-1:30 p.m., Christ Congregational Church, 9525 Colesville Rd., Silver Spring. 800-448-3543.

PHOTOGRAPHY WORKSHOP, for enthusiasts of all experience levels, a Photoworks faculty member leads an informal discussion; bring digital or traditional images for critiquing; coffee and bagels served; sponsored by the Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture. 10 a.m.-noon, Glen Echo Park, Photoworks Studio, North Arcade Building (across from Dentzel Carousel), 7300 MacArthur Blvd. Free. 301-229-7930 or http://www.glenechophotoworks.org.

Tuesday 22

YOUTH GAMES PROGRAM, for ages 10 to 18, classic board games, word games, numbers games and more; snacks provided. 3:30-5 p.m., Quince Orchard Library, 15831 Quince Orchard Rd., Gaithersburg. Free. 240-777-0200.

PARENTING WORKSHOP, for parents, caregivers and educators, learn ways to motivate children to do their best and how to avoid making mistakes that discourage them; sponsored by Parent Encouragement Program. 7:30 p.m., Kensington Baptist Church, 10100 Connecticut Ave., Kensington. $30; per couple, $55; registration required. 301-929-8824 or http://www.pepparent.org.

Wednesday 23

CHILDREN'S WILD BIRD PROGRAM, for ages 5 to 12 accompanied by an adult, local artist and naturalist Lois Auer introduces a few of her raptor friends. 7-8 p.m., Potomac Library, 10101 Glenolden Dr., Potomac. Free, registration required. 240-777-0690.

-- Compiled by LISA M. BOLTON

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