From Oct. 11-13, enjoy a weekend filled with entertainment, education, and community spirit across nine exciting events throughout the county.
Friday, October 11
Heritage Month Celebration Party
Germantown
The Recreation Department’s Friday Fun Nights continue with a celebration of National Hispanic Heritage Month at the Plum Gar Community Recreation Center from 7 to 9:30 p.m. Enjoy music and delicious food while celebrating diverse histories and cultures. Free for county residents; $15 for non-residents. Register at ActiveMontgomery.org with activity R03003-184.
Location: 19561 Scenery Drive, Germantown.
Joseph Holston Art Exhibit
Bethesda
Explore Joseph Holston’s solo exhibit, “Black Lives, A Retrospective,” at the Amy Kaslow Gallery, on display now through Dec. 8. The exhibit chronicles African American life, including themes of terror, triumphs, and the remarkable story of the Underground Railroad. The artist’s finest screenprints, etchings, and oils on canvas depict the daily lives of men, women, and children. Gallery hours are Friday, Saturday, and Sunday from noon to 6 p.m.Learn more on the Amy Kaslow Gallery website.
Location: 7920 Norfolk Avenue, Bethesda.
Picture Show & Pupusas
Silver Spring
Discover Long Branch sponsors an outdoor movie night featuring Monsters, Inc. Enjoy dinner, music, and the film at Flower Avenue Urban Park. Festivities begin at 6 p.m., with the movie screening at 7 p.m. Pupusas and beverages from local Long Branch businesses will be available for purchase. Bring your own chair or get comfortable on one of the picnic blankets provided. Free admission. Learn more and RSVP here.
Location: 8746 Flower Avenue, Silver Spring.
Saturday, October 12
Peace Walk
Germantown
The Street Outreach Network partners with Moms Demand Action for the Germantown Community Peace Walk at 10 a.m. Gather at the BlackRock Center for the Arts to raise awareness about gun violence in our community. Distinguished guest speakers, including parents who have tragically lost children to violence, will share their stories. Learn more here.
Location: 12901 Town Commons Drive, Germantown.
Fall Festival
Clarksburg
Clarksburg Premium Outlets hosts a Fall Festival from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Enjoy shopping, entertainment, music, face painting, photo opportunities, and pop-ups. Come in costume for Trick-or-Treating from 4 to 6 p.m. Look for Trick-or-Treat signs in store windows. Free admission. Learn more here.
Location: 22705 Clarksburg Road, Clarksburg.
Halloween Costume Clinic
Rockville
Need help bringing your Halloween costume ideas to life? The Rockville Science Center is holding four one-hour sessions at their Makerspace. Bring your own supplies; some materials like glue and thread will be available, and the Science Center will provide tools and advice. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Sessions are from noon to 1 p.m., 1 to 2 p.m., 2 to 3 p.m., and 3 to 4 p.m. Learn more and sign up for one of the time slots here.
Location: 33F Maryland Avenue, Rockville Town Square, within walking distance from the Rockville Metro station.
Sunday, October 13
Fall Cleanup at Strathmore Local Park
Aspen Hill
Montgomery Parks seeks volunteers to help beautify community green spaces, keep litter out of our streams, and protect wildlife. Volunteers are requested to help clean up Strathmore Local Park from 10 a.m. to noon. All cleanups are pre-approved for Student Service Learning hours, and forms will be provided afterward. Learn more and register to participate on the Montgomery Parks website.
Location: 3210 Beaverwood Lane, Aspen Hill.
Fall Festival At North Potomac
North Potomac
Join Montgomery County Recreation for a fall festival at the Nancy H. Dacek North Potomac Community Recreation Center. Activities include music, pumpkin painting, games, a petting zoo, and more for a fun-filled day for the whole family. Sunday, Oct. 13, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Learn more and register here.
Location: 13850 Travilah Road, North Potomac.
Autumn Crafts: Create Leaf Monsters
Wheaton
The Wheaton Arts Parade will lead a workshop for all ages to create unique creatures and monsters at the Wheaton Library. Supplies will be provided. Free admission. Sunday, Oct. 13, from 1 to 3 p.m. Learn more here.
Location: 11701 Georgia Avenue, Wheaton.
