Events In Rockville 3/19/09-3/29/09
Mar 19, 2009 6:45 - 3 Comments
>Pick of the Week
Spring! The First Day of Spring and the Party’s at VisArt
s!
The Spring Dance
Friday, March 20, 2009
7 PM till 12 Midnight
$7 at the door, advance tickets $5.
18 to enter. 21 to drink.
All proceeds benefit VisArts at Rockville and
The Bernie House.
Dance the night away with live music from:
Three Legged Fox – Organic Roots Rock
The Steamers – Rock, Soul Jam Band
The Jump Off Crew
Hybrid Rose – Reggae
and Dr. Gozno spinning the boogie, funk & hip hop.
Light food to eat and photography fun. Buy your drinks with shot specials throughout the night. Martini glasses to decorate for $10.
“The Bernie House is a transitional home for family victims who have left an abusive situation. They only work with those who are in shelters, or fleeing a domestic violent situation who would otherwise be homeless. Bernie House provides a longer-term situation, which is crucial to their success.”
Events in Rockville
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Thursday, March 19
10:00 am
Conversation Club at Twinbrook Library Join us for a weekly session of informal English conversation practice. New members are welcome, no need to register. more info
10:00 am-12:00 pm
How to Budget Your Money at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Learn how to develop a smart, usable budget while coping with today’s high costs. This workshop, led by a banking professional, will give you tips and strategies to make managing your money easier and more effective. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
10:15 am
Preschool Storytime at Rockville Public Library Stories, music, and action activities for ages 3 1/2 to 6. more info
1:00 pm-2:00 pm
Tyke Hike: Wondrous Worms at Croydon Creek Nature Center In one acre of land there can be as many as a million worms. Unearth the secret lives of these under soil dwellers through stories, hands-on activities, and a craft. Ages: 3.5-6yrs Fee $6/$7 more info
1:30 pm-3:30 pm
Coping with Change and Transition at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Your best friend moves away. A new job requires you or your spouse to relocate. You’re going through a divorce. Coping with such transitions can be touch. In this workshop we’ll examine ways of acknowledging life’s changes and transitions and how to move through them to a place of renewal. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
3:00 pm-4:00 pm
Kids Craft N Food Class at Whole Foods Market March is National Craft Month. To celebrate, we are offering this special crafts class for kids. Taught by our resident artist, Louella, kids will have the opportunity to create cool, environmentally friendly craft projects, while snacking on healthy treats. Appropriate for kids ages 4 and up. more info
6:00 pm
African American Book Discussion Group at Rockville Public Library The African American Book Discussion Group of Rockville Library will meet in Meeting Room One, on the first floor and discuss the book “The Dew Breakers”, by Edwidge Dandicat. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate. For additional information, contact Dianne Betsey at 240-777-0078. more info
6:00 pm
Spanish Conversation Club at Rockville Public Library Practice and improve your Spanish through conversation. Every Thursday, 6:00-7:30. more info
7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Parenting without Threats or Bribes
rong> at Rockville Senior Center While the use of rewards and threats in disciplining may be effective in controlling behavior in the immediate situation, over time it can decrease mutual respect in the relationship. Come learn alternative approaches and gain more cooperation and peace in your home. Join us March 19, 2009 from 7-8:30pm at the Card Room in the Senior Center. The cost for Rockville residents is $11 and others will pay $17. Call: (240)-314-8620 to register or go to www.rockvillemd.gov and click on enroll: course# 26792. This workshop is offered in collaboration with the YMCA Parenting Program. For additional information contact Cynthia Bangali, Program Coordinator at (240)-314-8317. more info
Friday, March 20
10:00 am
English Conversation Club at Rockville Public Library The English Conversation Club, for new speakers of English, meets every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m.(in meeting room #1 on Tuesday and meeting room #2 on Friday) of the Rockville Library. No registration is required. more info
10:00 am-3:00 pm
You Can Do It! Confidence-building for Women at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Confidence is like muscle. The more you exercise it, the stronger you get. What would you do today if you knew you couldn’t fail? How would this new-found confidence help you achieve your goals? This day-long workshop will focus on strategies for building self-assurance and taking powerful action. $40, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
10:15 am
Storytime for 2′s and 3′s at Rockville Public Library Stories and activities for ages 2-3 with an adult. more info
7:00 pm-12:00 pm
The Spring Dance: a new Twist on Martinis and Matisse at VisArts at Rockville Enjoy the first day of spring at VisArts’ The Spring Dance. Dance the night away with live music from “Three Legged Fox,” “The Steamers,” “The Jump Off Crew,” “Hybrid Rose,” and Dr. Gozno along with light refreshments and photography fun. $7 at the door, advance tickets $5. All proceeds benefit VisArts, www.visartscenter.org, and The Bernie House, www.theberniehouse.org. more info
7:00 pm-9:15 pm
March Madness at Beall Elementary at Beall Elementary School The Beall Elementary PTA will be hosting a staff/parent basketball game at Richard Montgomery High School on Friday March 20, 2009. In addition to the game there will be student performances, 3 point shot contest, and a raffle. Armands Pizza will be there serving food. Tickets are available ahead of time from Mr. Healy the PE teacher at Beall. All proceeds will benefit the playground fund for Beall. All students must be accompanied by an adult. more info
7:30 pm
MTC Spotlight on Broadway 2009 at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater Spotlight on Broadway 2009 (a Broadway Revue) presents an exciting mixture of classic Broadway favorites and current Broadway showstoppers. These popular performances, showcasing MTC’s enormously talented performing ensembles Singular Sensations and Upbeat Unlimited, always delight audiences with the best of Broadway performed by the rising stars of tomorrow. more info
7:30 pm
Storytime & Craft Night at Barnes & Noble more info
10:00 pm-12:00 pm
Twilight Midnight Release Party at Blockbuster! at Blockbuster Get vamp’d up for some chilling, blood-sucking fun! Join us at the Potomac, MD Blockbuster on March 20th from 10 pm to 12 am for the release of the movie Twilight. The Blockbuster is located at 11325 Seven Locks Road in the Cabin John Mall. The first 50 guests receive a free Blockbuster rental! Vampire look-a-like contest where you could win a full year of rentals from Blockbuster! Play vampire games like pass the brain and dig for eyeballs! And Blockbuster is out for blood. If you give a pint of blood at any local blood bank. The first 50 people will receive a free pint of Edy’s ice cream! lus be one of the first to bring Edward Cullen home at the midnight release of the Twilight DVD!!!
Saturday, March 21
9:00 am-12:30 pm
Huge Children’s Clothing & Equipment Sale at Julius West Middle School Mongtomery County Parents of Multiples presents it’s semi-annual Infant and Children’s Clothing and Equipment Sale . Over 100 families selling gently used (and often new!) items, including clothing, toys and equipment. For pictures from the fall sale and more information, see http://www.momville.us/MCPOM/Fall_Sale_Photos.html Most items half price 11:30a.m.-12:30 p.m. Clothing (Preemie to 5T, maternity, summer clothing, bathing suits), childproofing, strollers, high chairs, playpens, bathtubs, furniture, toys, supplies and more.
Cash and checks accepted. $2/person admission charge at door. MCPOM is a not-for-profit organization. For more information, call 301-419-8008 or sale@mcpom.org more info
11:00 am
SATURDAY MORNING STORYTIME at Barnes & Noble more info
11:00 am-2:00 pm
Whole Planet Foundation Campaign Drive at Whole Foods Market Come learn about our Whole Planet Foundation, which funds micro-lending to the poor in developing countries. Through these initiatives, Whole Foods Market is able to buy many products from our borrowers and empower people to lift themselves from poverty. Your small donation goes far in the third world, and we are proud to support this important Foundation. Our fundraising campaign lasts until March 31st. more info
1:00 pm
Craft for Kids at Twinbrook Library Join us for a craft for all ages run by 4H Club volunteers.
“Bark, Bark, Do Art” 1:00pm-3:00pm. more info
2:00 pm
MTC Spotlight on Broadway 2009 at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater Spotlight on Broadway 2009 (a Broadway Revue) presents an exciting mixture of classic
Broadway favorites and current Broadway showstoppers. These popular performances, showcasing MTC’s enormously talented performing ensembles Singular Sensations and Upbeat Unlimited, always delight audiences with the best of Broadway performed by the rising stars of tomorrow. For Senior Citizens (60+) The Saturday March 21, 2:00 p.m. show is specially priced for senior citizens. Tickets are $8.50 and can be purchased through The F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater Box Office – 240.314.8690. more info
3:30 pm
Real Maryland FC (Pre-Season ) Game vs. American University at Richard Montgomery High School Come support your local professional soccer team, and see players from our area play against players from around the world. Real Maryland FC is a professional soccer team that participates in the second division of the United Soccer Leagues. All Regular Season Home Games will be played at the new Richard Montgomery High School Stadium in Rockville, MD. There will be 10 Regular Season Home Games played this summer. In addition to these games, Real Maryland FC will be holding different events at the stadium from April 1 – November 1. These events include exhibition matches against local Universities, International Exhibition Matches, The Monarch’s Men’s Open League, a High School Soccer Tournament, Super Y League Games and potentially camps and clinics. more info
7:30 pm
MTC Spotlight on Broadway 2009 at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater Spotlight on Broadway 2009 (a Broadway Revue) presents an exciting mixture of classic Broadway favorites and current Broadway showstoppers. These popular performances, showcasing MTC’s enormously talented performing ensembles Singular Sensations and Upbeat Unlimited, always delight audiences with the best of Broadway performed by the rising stars of tomorrow. more info
9:00 pm
Live Music Saturday Night: Sherwood Blues at The Potomac Grill more info
Sunday, March 22
12:30 pm-2:30 pm
PAW (Partnership for Animal Welfare) Adoption Event at Petsmart PAW (Partnership for Animal Welfare) will be having an adoption event (dogs only) at the White Flint Plaza Petsmart. (301) 770-1343. Come to the show and see our rescue dogs. If you are interested in any dog at the show, a PAW volunteer will be there to assist you. You may also call the PAW line at (301) 572-4729 for show information or visit our web site to see what dogs are available for adoption. Send an email to: pawdogs@yahoo.com more info
2:00 pm
MTC Spotlight on Broadway 2009 at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater Spotlight on Broadway 2009 (a Broadway Revue) presents an exciting mixture of classic Broadway favorites and current Broadway showstoppers. These popular performances, showcasing MTC’s enormously talented performing ensembles Singular Sensations and Upbeat Unlimited, always delight audiences with the best of Broadway performed by the rising stars of tomorrow. more info
4:00 pm
WPAS: Olga Kern, piano at Music Center at Strathmore Winner of the 2001 Van Cliburn Competition, Olga Kern displays vivid stage presence, passionately confident musicianship, and extraordinary technique. “Her playing is brilliant, glassy, supremely aggressive and dazzlingly virtuosic in the Horowitz manner” (The Washington Post). Witness this striking performer in her first solo recital with WPAS since her debut on WPAS’ Hayes Piano Series in 2002. This performance is generously underwritten by Morton and Norma Lee Funger. Concert Preview for WPAS Members at 3pm. more info
Monday, March 23
4:00 pm-5:00 pm
After-School Arts Class with VisArts at Whole Foods Market Moms can shop while the kids paint, cut, color and create. Through our ongoing commitment to support community arts organizations, we are happy to welcome this class thanks to the Metropolitan Center for Visual Arts. It’s a great opportunity for the kids to make new friends, explore their creative side and have fun! more info
6:45 pm
CONVERSATION CLUB at Twinbrook Library Join us for our informal conversation classes, as we practice speaking English every Monday at 6:30pm. New members are always welcome, no need to register. more info
7:00 pm
Mayor & Council Meeting with Citizens Forum at Rockville City Hall Check the “more info” link for an agenda for the Mayor and Council meeting tonight, which includes a Citizens Forum. If you wish to speak at the forum, you may put your name on the list by calling the City Clerk’s office at 240-314-8280. more info
7:15 pm
American Sign Language Practice Club at Rockville Public Library Volunteer coaches will be available to help participants practice sign language. Participants must have already taken a sign language class. Drop in, registration is not required. For more information, contact Library Services to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community at drcinfo@montgomerycountymd.gov or 240-777-0001 or TTY # 240-777-0902. more info
Tuesday, March 24
10:00 am
English Conversation Club at Rockville Public Library The English Conversation Club, for new speakers of English, meets every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m.(in meeting room #1 on Tuesday and meeting room #2 on Friday) of the Rockville Library. No registration is required. more info
10:30 am
Preschool Storytime at Twinbrook Library Stories, songs, fingerplays, chants, and a short simple craft.
more info
6:00 pm-8:00 pm
Rockville Science Cafe at Greystone Grill Rockville Science Center’s Science Cafe will be held on Tuesday, March 24, from 6:00 to 8:00pm. Program begins at 6:30p.m.
Speaker: Edwin J. “Ted” Heilweil, Ph.D. Optical Technology Division,
National Institute of Standards and Technology
“Alternatives to Fossil Fuels: Solar Cells, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, and Beyond”
The Rockville Science Center, in collaboration with the Rockville Consortium for Science and Sigma Xi, is sponsoring a Science Ca
fé series for our community to explore the latest ideas in science and technology outside of a traditional academic context. Admission is free; food and drink can be purchased from the restaurant. Please join us and participate in a spirited discussion following a short presentation by our scientific expert.
The Science Cafe will demystify the science and encourage discussion over food and beverage. No science background required; free and open to the interested public. Appetizers and drink menu; socialize; short presentation at 6:30 followed by questions and discussion. 202-362-5823 http://www.rockvillesciencecenter.org/.
Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Conflicts in relationships often arise out of a lack of good communication skills. This couples-only workshop provides a framework couples can use to tackle small conflicts and negotiate resolution, using the goodwill and communication skills learned in our “Caring Communication for Couples” workshop. Limited to 10 couples. PREREQUISITE: Must have attended the Caring Communication for Couples workshop. $20 per person, payable at registration; early registration recommended. Call Louise Hanson, 240-777-8300. more info
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Building a Portfolio of Career Assets at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Learn how to define where you’d like to be in your career five, ten or even twenty years from now, and how to select the right mix of career risks and assets to get you there. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
7:00 pm-8:45 pm
Divorce Legal Seminar, Part II (child-related issues) at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Attorney-led overview of legal and physical custody, visitation, child support, and health insurance. [Non-child-related issues covered in Divorce Legal Seminar, Part I, on March 17.] Offered monthly. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
Wednesday, March 25
12:00 am
Deadline for StartRight! Competition Submission at Rockville Economic Development, Inc The deadline for entering the 6th Annual StartRight! Women’s Business Plan Competition sponsored by Rockville Economic Development, Inc is March 25. This business plan competition for women is designed to give new businesses a boost with cash prizes, publicity, and an
opportunity for review and recommendations from an experienced panel of judges from area businesses, financial institutions, organizations, government agencies and colleges.
Eligibility requirements:
1) Business must be qualified to operate in Maryland, the District of Columbia or Virginia
2) Business must be at least 51% women owned
3) Business must be in business for two years or less
more info
10:00 am
WEDNESDAY MORNING STORYTIME at Barnes & Noble more info
6:00 pm
Crochet Club at Twinbrook Library Join us every Wednesday as we meet to learn and/or practice our crocheting skills. more info
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Marketing Yourself at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center In today’s economy, to land a job you need to be your own marketing specialist. Learn the best ways to present yourself and your skills, identify potential employers, and network successfully. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
8:00 pm
Pierce Pettis with special guest Tom Dews at Branded ’72 “Pierce Pettis doesn’t write mere songs, he writes literature…End to end the songwriting is brilliant…Pierce Pettis albums are events in my listening. His writing just gets better all the time and his singing is marvelous, wry and warm…Great Big World is easily one of 2004’s best albums.” — Sing Out! (Winter 2005) Hear his songs, simultaneous harmonica/guitar work, and vocals from what one DJ has called a “lived-in voice.” — www.tomdews.com more info
Thursday, March 26
10:00 am
Conversation Club at Twinbrook Library Join us for a weekly session of informal English conversation practice. New members are welcome, no need to register. more info
1:30 pm
Preschool Storytime at Rockville Public Library Stories, music, and action activities for ages 3 1/2 to 6. more info
6:00 pm
Spanish Conversation Club at Rockville Public Library Practice and improve your Spanish through conversation. Every Thursday, 6:00-7:30. more info
6:30 pm
Food N Finances Cooking Demonstration at Whole Foods Market Where should you put your hard-earned money these days? Financial advisors from Morgan Stanley will be on hand to discuss navigating through this tough economy, keeping your money safe and making the most of these troubling times. Chef Wendy will prepare a delightful sampling of foods from our Whole Foods kitchen. Please sign up at customer service. Class is limited to 20 people. more info
Friday, March 27
10:00 am
English Conversation Club at Rockville Public Library The English Conversation Club, for new speakers of English, meets every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m.(in meeting room #1 on Tuesday and meeting room #2 on Friday) of the Rockville Library. No registration is required. more info
10:15 am
Cuddle ups for pre-walkers at Rockville Public Library Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 0-12 months, with an adult. more info
10:15 am
Storytime for 2′s and 3′s at Rockville Public Library Stories and activities for ages 2-3 with an adult. more info
11:00 am
Family Storytime at Twinbrook Library Join us for a storytime designed for families with young children. All ages welcome. more info
Monday, March 30
6:45 pm
CONVERSATION CLUB at Twinbrook Library Join us for our informal conversation classes, as we practice speaking English every Monday at 6:30pm. New members are always welcome, no need to register. more info
7:00 pm
Act it Out Kids Book Club at Rockville Public Library For children in grades Kindergarten, first and second grades. We will share stories and act them out. Please register at 240-777-0140. more info
7:00 pm
Mayor & Council Meeting with Citizens Forum at Rockville City Hall Check the “more info” link for an agenda for the Mayor and Council meeting tonight, which includes a Citizens Forum. If you wish to speak at the forum, you may put your name on the list by calling the City Clerk’s office at 240-314-8280. more info
7:15 pm
American Sign Language Practice Club at Rockville Public Library Volunteer coaches will be available to help participants practice sign language. Participants must have already taken a sign language class. Drop in, registration is not required. For more information, contact Library Services to the Deaf and Hard of Hearing Community at drcinfo@montgomerycountymd.gov or 240-777-0001 or TTY # 240-777-0902. more info
Tuesday, March 31
10:00 am
English Conversation Club at Rockville Public Library The English Conversation Club, for new speakers of English, meets every Tuesday and Friday at 10 a.m.(in meeting room #1 on Tuesday and meeting room #2 on Friday) of the Rockville Library. No registration is required. more info
10:30 am
Preschool Storytime at Twinbrook Library Stories, songs, fingerplays, chants, and a short simple craft.
more info
6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Financial Planning in Retirement at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Do you ever ask yourself when you can afford to retire or how you should manage your retirement fundsin today’s economy? If you do, join us in this workshop. You’ll learn how to reallocate your investments before you retire and maximize your financies after you retire. We’ll also discuss safety nets to protect your nest egg and health care options in retirement. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
6:30 pm-7:30 pm
Free Demo: Screen Printing from Digital Media. Learn to print photographic-looking images on T-shirts and as fine art! Ages 14 to adult. at VisArts at Rockville Learn what it takes to turn a digital image (like a photo or a poster design) into a high-quality printed T-shirt or art print. You’ll get to see the whole process “from pixels to paint”, and have the opportunity to pull your own print. The workshop will be led by expert screen printer Ilan Gutin. Age appropriate for adults and high school students. Please RSVP to Tim Hampton at digitallab@visartscenter.org by March 27, with FREE DEMO in the subject line. more info
Wednesday, April 1
12:00 am
StartRight! Women’s Business Competition Last Postmark date for submission of business plans at Rockville Economic Development, Inc All parts of business plan and application fee are due to Rockville Economic Development INC. 95 Monroe Street
Rockville, MD 20850 more info
6:00 pm
Crochet Club at Twinbrook Library Join us every Wednesday as we meet to learn and/or practice our crocheting skills. more info
7:00 pm-8:45 pm
Strong Interest Inventory at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center The Strong Interest Inventory is one of the most respected and widely-used career planning instruments in the world and is recommended for anyone making decisions about occupational choice, career direction or job satisfaction. It will provide you with a profile of your vocational interests, characteristics, occupations and optimal career choices that seem best suited to you. [Offered monthly.] Two sessions: April 1 (test) and April 22 (group interpretation of test results). $50, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info
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“How to Budget Your Money” by a Montgomery County commission? Perhaps not the best source of advice, no?
The speaker is from the private sector. May be worthwhile after all.
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