From Oct. 18-20, enjoy a weekend filled with entertainment, education, and community spirit at nine exciting events across the county.
Friday, October 18
School House Rock Live!
Gaithersburg
The Sandy Spring Theatre Group’s production of School House Rock Live! opened Friday and continues through Sunday, Oct. 27, at the Gaithersburg Arts Barn. The play, based on the 1970s Saturday morning cartoon series, teaches history, grammar, math and more through catchy songs. Recommended for ages 6 and up. Tickets are $16. Friday’s show starts at 7:30 p.m. Purchase tickets here.
Location: 311 Kent Square Road, Gaithersburg.
Pumpkin Decorating
Rockville
Children ages 4 and up are invited to join a pumpkin decorating event during this day off from school. Decorate pumpkins with paint, glitter, markers, and more! Each participant takes home one pumpkin. The event runs from 1 to 2 p.m. Tickets are $10. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Location: 5100 Meadowside Lane, Rockville.
Tricks for Treats Halloween Night Skate
Gaithersburg
Get into the Halloween spirit early with friends and family at the Tricks For Treats Halloween Night Skate. The free event takes place at the Gaithersburg Skate Park on Friday, Oct. 18, from 6 to 10 p.m. and is suitable for kids of all ages. Costumes are highly encouraged and recommended. This event will feature Halloween decorations, spooky music, tower lights, and free candy. Guests are welcome to bring their own skateboards, inline skates, and BMX bikes. Learn more and RSVP here.
Location: 510 South Frederick Avenue, Gaithersbgurg.
Saturday, October 19
Spooky Paper Circuits: STEAM
Germantown
Families can explore basic circuits while creating spooky, light-up paper crafts at the Germantown Library. This event, recommended for ages 5 and up, takes place on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 2 to 3 p.m. Space is limited to 30 families, and free tickets will be available in person 30 minutes before the event. Learn more here.
Location: 19840 Century Boulevard, Germantown.
Innovative Contractor Fair
Germantown
Montgomery County Recreation is hosting a fair for experienced recreation leaders to present ideas for new classes. The fair takes place on Saturday, Oct. 19, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Plum Gar Community Recreation Center. Learn more here.
Location: 19561 Scenery Drive, Germantown .
Antique and Classic Car Show
Rockville
The 61st annual Antique and Classic Car Show returns to Rockville Civic Center Park from 11 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. The event includes a car show, flea market, live music, and food for purchase. Each year, Rockville’s Mayor and Council select one vehicle to receive the Mayor and Council Award. Free to attend. For more information, click here.
Location: 601 Edmonston Drive, Rockville.
Sunday, October 20
Moss Art Workshop
Rockville
People of all ages can attend this immersive Moss Art Workshop at the MWBC Shop Local space in Rockville Town Square. Attendees will create nature-inspired art using preserved moss and other natural materials. Workshops are offered at 11 a.m. and 2 p.m. Tickets are $81.88 and include materials. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Location: 36D Maryland Avenue, Rockville Town Square, Rockville, near the Rockville Metro station.
Sunday Fun-Day
Bethesda
Imagination Stage invites parents and young children ages 1-5 to this interactive storytelling adventure on Sunday, Oct. 20, at 10 a.m. This week’s focus is The Little Old Lady Who Was Not Afraid of Anything. Activities include dramatic play, movement, music, and visual art. Tickets are $12. Learn more and purchase tickets here.
Location: 4908 Auburn Avenue, Bethesda.
Nature Inspired Exhibit Reception
Sandy Spring
Meet artists Delia Mychajluk and Denise Marie Brown at a reception for the Nature Inspired exhibit at the Sandy Spring Museum on Sunday, Oct. 20, from 2 to 4 p.m. Light refreshments will be served. Free admission; RSVP requested.
Reserve tickets at the Sandy Spring Museum website.
Location: 17901 Bentley Road, Sandy Spring.
