It’s going to be a wet weekend, but that doesn’t mean you must stay inside! No; you’re hearty! Look at you: Full of character & life! 😉 Grab an umbrella and shake what your momma gave ya’ all around town because this weekend our Gateway Arts District shines with Saturday’s Open Studios Tour! Throughout the weekend, you’ve got your pick of live music, arts receptions, a Zumbathon (?!), Mothers’ Day Tea & more! Read on! (Though given the weather forecast, do call ahead!)
FRIDAY
Explorations on Aging Arts Show and Reception
Features will include paintings, photographs pottery and sculpture, textiles, needlework & fabric art.
When: 4-8pm
Where: St. Andrews Episcopal Church, 4512 College Ave, College Park
Cost: Free!
Zumbathon!
Check out this fun fundraiser – 2 hours of Zumba led by #5fitguyz to raise money for an outdoor classroom and learning lab at Cheverly’s Gladys Noon Spellman Elementary School!
When: 6:30-8:30pm
Where: Gladys Noon Spellman Multipurpose Room, 3324 64th Ave, Cheverly
Cost: $20 advance; $25 at door
Dan and Faith Acoustic at Robert Harper Books
When: 8-10pm
Where: Robert Harper Books, 6216 Rhode Island Ave, Riverdale Park
Cousin John Band
With bluesy guitar riffs, tight harmonies and buttery grooves, CJB’s live performances are both eclectic and electric featuring a wide range of original music mixed with covers from bands such as Little Feat, The Allman Brothers, Delbert McClinton, Aerosmith and Stevie Ray Vaughn.
When: 8:30-11:30pm
Where: New Deal Cafe, 113 Centerway, Greenbelt
Cost: No cover charge
SATURDAY
Mother’s Day Yoga
When: 9-11am
Where: Whole Foods, Riverdale Park
Cost: Free! Registration required.
** Read my sneak peek look at Riverdale Park’s Whole Foods
Laurel Main Street Festival
Festival kicks off with a parade at 9am, followed by numerous entertaining exhibits, vendors, live music and arts and crafts.
When: 9am-4pm
Where: 383 Main Street, Laurel (All along Main Street)
Cost: No entry fee
Greenbelt Greenman Festival
Join – rain or shine – for two days of music, vendors, crafts, environmental awareness, food and fun in beautiful downtown Greenbelt!
When: 10am-6pm
Where: Roosevelt Center, Greebelt
Cost: No entry fee
13th Annual Gateway Open Studio Tour
If you haven’t checked out this event yet, do so today! It’s our region’s largest artists open studio event and your best opportunity to meet local artists & get behind-the-scenes access throughout the Gateway Arts District! There are 4 main groupings of studios and galleries so check out site for map and head on out! After party (5-8pm) at Gateway Arts Center!
When: 12-5pm
Where: See here for various locations
Cost: Free!
Free Alcohol Ink Demos
Ready to find your own inner artist or to try out a new medium? Join as Tanglewood Works demonstrates how to use alcohol inks to create stained glass an decorative tile. Great for glass, coasters, knobs, and even jewelry!
When: 12pm/2pm/4pm
Where: Tanglewood Works, 5132 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville
Cost: Free!
** Check out our take on Tanglewood Works
Montpelier Mothers’ Day Tea
Treat Mom, Grandma or another special lady to a relaxing tea in Montpelier’s elegant East Wing. Menu includes fine finger sandwiches, cakes and pastries, buttery scones, and your choice of two quality loose leaf teas. Ages 18 & up.
When: 1:30pm
Where: Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Road, Laurel
Cost: $29 ($25 for friends of Montpelier)
[POSTPONED]UP Spring Porchfest PorchFest is a family-friendly community music event, appropriate for all ages. The focal points will be a variety of musical acts ranging from acoustic to electric, and solo to ensemble.
Third Saturday Readings
Sid Gold hosts esteemed authors Melanie Hatter, Greg McBride and David Salner, plus your own readings to follow.
When: 2 pm – 4 pm
Where: Robert Harper Books, 6216 Rhode Island Ave., Riverdale Park
Cost:
The Goodfellas
A Beatles tribute band that entertains with not only the classic hits, but also with early gems and obscure B-sides, embracing the energy reminiscent of the Fab Four’s Liverpool and Hamburg days.
When: 8:30-11:30pm
Where: New Deal Cafe, 113 Centerway, Greenbelt
Cost: No cover charge
SUNDAY
Greenbelt Greenman Festival
Join – rain or shine – for two days of music, vendors, crafts, environmental awareness, food and fun in beautiful downtown Greenbelt!
When: 11am-5pm
Where: Roosevelt Center, Greebelt
Cost: No entry fee
Mother’s day in the Garden
Bring your mother or another special lady for a free guided tour of the mansion. Limited to one free tour per paid admission.
When: 12:15-3:15pm
Where: Riversdale House Museum, 4811 Riverdale Rd, Riverdale Park
Cost: Free – limited to one free tour per paid admission
Prince George’s Philharmonic
The Prince George’s Philharmonic presents pianist Brian Ganz with conductor candidate Anna Binneweg in its 51st season finale. Program: Tchaikovsky: Selections from Swan Lake; Mozart: Piano Concerto No. 20 in D Minor, K. 466; Elgar: Enigma Variations, Op. 36
Ashtanga Flow Yoga – Free!
When: 3:30-4:30pm
Where: Numi Yoga, 4513 College Ave, College Park
Cost: Free!
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