Celebrating the Life & Poetry of Langston Hughes in Hyattsville, Photography Exhibit exploring grand landscapes in Mount Rainier, DJ Happy Hour in College Park, Core de Force in Cheverly, Guest Speaker following “On the Basis of Sex” in Greenbelt & more, all this weekend! (Also read this post for a number of specials and special events for furloughed workers.)
THURSDAY
Riverdale Park Farmers Market
One of my fave farmers markets! We love strolling around the Riverdale Park Farmers Market, buying some fresh, local produce, grabbing a bite from one of the vendors and then heading to Town Center Market for a tasty beverage. **Bonus for furloughed employees: Any customer with a federal government ID will receive a $5 gift certificate at the RPFM’s information booth. Offer lasts each Thursday until the shutdown is over. 👏
When: 3-7pm
Where: 6204 Rhode Island Avenue, Riverdale Park, MD
Cost: No entry fee.
Preview DJ Happy Hour
Reviving our weekly DJ happy hour every Thursday – This weeks special guest Kenny M. and residents Chris Stauffer & Jon_MFD. We provide an intimate lounge with house and techno played by live local DJs on the second floor art gallery. Food and drink specials.
When: 6pm
Where: MilkBoy ArtHouse, College Park
Cost: Free (no entry fee)
Picture Hanging Workshop
Learn hands-on how to hang posters, pictures and frames to create a stylish gallery wall a la Living by Lovett Workshop.
When: 6-8pm
FRIDAY
Open House: Creative Saints Loft
Been trying to find time to visit this new spot? Come to the open house and explore this new creative space.
When: 2-6:30pm
Where: Creative Saints Loft, Hyattsville
Cost: Free!
Get Crafty / Artsy at Furlough Friday
Hatha Yoga
When: 7-8:30pm
Where: Yoga Space, Hyattsville
Cost: Free for students new to Yoga Space; $5 for furloughed employees (unless new to YS, then free); otherwise $15
SATURDAY
Core de Force
Try Core de Force, a non-contact mixed martial arts style format that is much more than a typical cardio class for FREE at Greenleaf Fitness (see my post here to learn more about Greenleaf Fitness and use promo code below).
When: 8-9am
Where: Greenleaf Fitness, Cheverly
Cost: Free! (Must register here and use promo code: 653124842169
Dom Flemons: The American Songster
Take a journey through a century of folklore and musical styles, including ragtime, blues, country western, bluegrass, and more with Dom Flemons: The American Songster. This tour de force of American music illuminates the history and influence of African American musicians on a century of song.
When: 2-4pm
Where: Publick Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd., Cheverly
Cost: Free!
Celebrating the life and poetry of Langston Hughes
Join Levine Faculty members Charles Williams (voice) and Gary Prince (guitar) for a memorable evening of music and spoken word celebrating the poetry of Langston Hughes.When: 7-9pm
Where: My Dead Aunt’s Books, 5132 Baltimore Ave, Hyattsville
Cost: $20/door; $18 in advance
Guest Speaker for “On the Basis of Sex” after the 7:30pm Show
After the movie, join for Q & A with Debbie Levy – author of more than 20 nonfiction and fiction books for young people, including New York Times best-selling “I Dissent: Ruth Bader Ginsburg Makes Her Mark.”
When: 7:30-10:30pm
Where: Old Greenbelt Theatre, Greenbelt
Cost: $9
SUNDAY
** Given the snow, please be sure to contact each business below to confirm operating status before heading out.
Strength
Try this class focused on thoughtful, low impact movements, strengthening the body through exercises that challenge core strength, flexibility, and stability while also providing an opportunity to deepen ones faith through weekly devotions and reflections during class for FREE at Greenleaf Fitness (see my post here to learn more about Greenleaf Fitness and use promo code below).
When: 8-9am
Where: Greenleaf Fitness, Cheverly
Cost: Free! (Must register here and use promo code: 653124842169
A Taste of Tea
Come in out of the cold and join us for tea, the “comfort drink!” We will taste various teas, such as green, black, herbal, and white, and will learn a little history of the beverage. Scones will be served with jam and lemon curd. A casual, fun, buffet style get-together, while meeting new friends and neighbors – you don’t want to miss this!
When: 1pm
Where: Marietta House Museum, Glenn Dale
Cost: $5/person
Opening Reception for “The World Through My Eyes”
Explore grand landscapes, epic sunsets, intimate images, and other interests at this photography exhibit by Gary J. Kohn. Light refreshments will be served.
When: 2-5pm
Where: Joe’s Movement Emporium, Mt. Rainier
Cost: Free
Community Yoga
An informal group led by neighborhood instructors. Bring a mat – all levels, including those new to yoga are welcome. Questions? Email: rlgitter@gmail.com
When: 5-6pm
Where: Hyattsville City Bldg, 2nd floor, 4310 Gallatin Street, Hyattsville
Cost: Free!
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