Events In Rockville 3/5/09 – 3/15/09

>Pick of the Week

Wow! Friday is chock-full of fun. Here’s the lineup for March 6, 2009. What are you going to do?

If you have a student at Julius West Middle School, it’s the PTSA March Madness Basketball night from 7 PM to 9 PM.

Art? 6:30 PM – 9:00 PM Art After Hours at VisArts at Rockville. Free. Visit the gallerie and artists, and this month there’s even a magician David London.

Theater? 8:00 PM The Who’s Tommy at the Parilla Performing Arts Center. Tickets are $10 Regular, $8 Seniors and Students.

Opera? 8:00 PM – 10:30 PM Victorian Lyric Opera Company presents The Merry Widow at the F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater. Tickets: $20 Adult, $15 Senior and Student.

or Rock? 9:00 PM The West End at The Potomac Grill. No cover. For those of you who might be new and unaware, Brad Rourke is in this band. You can read my review of their latest CD. Same great band, new location.

Events in Rockville

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Thursday, March 5

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

10:15 am
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

6:00 pm
Searching for Health Information on the Internet for Computer Beginners at Rockville Public Library This free eight-week session class will teach basic computer skills and how to search the internet, with a focus on health topics. Register for the whole eight-session class by calling 240-777-0001. Classes will be held in the PC Lab on the second floor. more info

8:00 pm
The Who’s Tommy at Parilla Performing Arts Center The Who’s classic rock opera comes to the stage in a high-energy, one-of-a-kind spectacular experience. Tommy is the tale of a boy’s journey from pain to triumph. After witnessing a horrific event at the age of four, Tommy is traumatized into a catatonic state. When he reaches adolescence, it’s discovered that Tommy has a knack for playing pinball, and after his mother finally breaks through to his catatonia, he becomes international pinball superstar. Winner of the 1993 Tony Award for Best Original Score, don’t miss this legendary musical written by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff featuring the hit songs “Pinball Wizard,” and “Tommy.” Tickets are $10 Regular, $8 Seniors and Students more info

Friday, March 6

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

6:30 pm-8:30 pm
To Stay or To Go at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Explore your options and goals in deciding whether to remain in or leave a difficult relationship. You’ll learn decision-making strategies to help you reach a positive outcome.
$20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info

6:30 pm-9:00 pm
Art After Hours at VisArts at Rockville Free event open to the public every first Friday of the month. Browse the galleries, visit with the resident artists and enjoy a fun evening of entertainment — this month featuring magician David London.

8:00 pm
The Who’s Tommy at Parilla Performing Arts Center The Who’s classic rock opera comes to the stage in a high-energy, one-of-a-kind spectacular experience. Tommy is the tale of a boy’s journey from pain to triumph. After witnessing a horrific event at the age of four, Tommy is traumatized into a catatonic state. When he reaches adolescence, it’s discovered that Tommy has a knack for playing pinball, and after his mother finally breaks through to his catatonia, he becomes international pinball superstar. Winner of the 1993 Tony Award for Best Original Score, don’t miss this legendary musical written by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff featuring the hit songs “Pinball Wizard,” and “Tommy.” Tickets are $10 Regular, $8 Seniors and Students more info

8:00 pm-10:30 pm
Victorian Lyric Opera Company presents The Merry Widow at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater VLOC presents Franz Lehar’s The Merry Widow. This operetta is an intoxicating whirl of elegant ladies, eligible bachelors, can-can dancers and ever-flowing champagne.
Tickets: $20 Adult, $15 Senior and Student. more info

9:00 pm
The West End at The Potomac Grill The West End is proud to announce our next show, on March 6 at The Potomac Grill, 1093 Rockville Pike. We’ll take the stage at 9pm and play all night. Expect to hear old favorites and new songs off of our latest CD, This Ride Could Be My Last. We are excited to introduce Kia Ramarui as a musical guest, playing violin. The show is free and all ages!

Save the date for these other upcoming shows:
* Apr. 18 @ The Austin Grill, Rockville Town Square
* Jun. 6 @ The Austin Grill, Rockville Town Square
* Aug. 27 @ Courtyard, Rockville Town Square

Saturday, March 7

10:00 am-2:00 pm
Used Book Sale to benefit Rockville Library at Rockville Public Library A used book sale will take place on Saturday, March 7 from 10 AM until 2 PM in the first floor meeting room at the Rockville Library. Paperbacks priced from 50 cents and Hardcover books are prices from $1.
10:15 am
Cuddle ups for walkers at Rockville Public Library Stories, songs, and rhymes for ages 12 to 24 months, with an adult. more info

12:00 pm-2:00 pm
PAW (Partnership for Animal Welfare) Adoption Event at Petco PAW (Partnership for Animal Welfare) will be having an adoption event (dogs and cats) at the Rockville Petco. (301) 984-9733 Come to the show and see our rescue dogs and cats. If you are interested in any dog or cat 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 the dogs and cats that are available for adoption.
Send an email to: pawdogs@yahoo.com (dogs)
Send an email to: pawcats@yahoo.com (cats)
more info

8:00 pm
The Who’s Tommy at Parilla Performing Arts Center The Who’s classic rock opera comes to the stage in a high-energy, one-of-a-kind spectacular experience. Tommy is the tale of a boy’s journey from pain to triumph. After witnessing a horrific event at the age of four, Tommy is traumatized into a catatonic state. When he reaches adolescence, it’s discovered that Tommy has a knack for playing pinball, and after his mother finally breaks through to his catatonia, he becomes international pinball superstar. Winner of the 1993 Tony Award for Best Original Score, don’t miss this legendary musical written by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff featuring the hit songs “Pinball Wizard,” and “Tommy.” Tickets are $10 Regular, $8 Seniors and Students more info

8:00 pm-10:30 pm
Victorian Lyric Opera Company presents The Merry Widow at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater VLOC presents Franz Lehar’s The Merry Widow. This operetta is an intoxicating whirl of elegant ladies, eligible bachelors, can-can dancers and ever-flowing champagne.
Tickets: $20 Adult, $15 Senior and Student more info

9:00 pm
Live Music Saturday Night: On The Bus at The Potomac Grill Enjoy The Original Music of “The Greatfull Dead” If You know how they sound; You know IT Will be Crowded… Get Here Early for a spot!!!!!!

Sunday, March 8

2:00 pm
The Who’s Tommy at Parilla Performing Arts Center The Who’s classic rock opera comes to the stage in a high-energy, one-of-a-kind spectacular experience. Tommy is the tale of a boy’s journey from pain to triumph. After witnessing a horrific event at the age of four, Tommy is traumatized into a catatonic state. When he reaches adolescence, it’s discovered that Tommy has a knack for playing pinball, and after his mother finally breaks through to his catatonia, he becomes international pinball superstar. Winner of the 1993 Tony Award for Best Original Score, don’t miss this legendary musical written by Pete Townshend and Des McAnuff featuring the hit songs “Pinball Wizard,” and “Tommy.” Tickets are $10 Regular, $8 Seniors and Students more info

2:00 pm-4:30 pm
Victorian Lyric Opera Company presents The Merry Widow at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater VLOC presents Franz Lehar’s The Merry Widow. This operetta is an intoxicating whirl of elegant ladies, eligible bachelors, can-can dancers and ever-flowing champagne.
Tickets: $20 Adult, $15 Senior and Student more info

Monday, March 9

10:00 am-12:00 pm
Boundary-Setting Strategies for Women at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center If you feel guilty when you say “no,” often feel torn between your job and your family or feel responsible for the problems in your family, you may have boundary problems. This workshop can help you become more skilled in setting boundaries. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info

12:30 pm
Rockville Roundtable at Lemoncello Italian Restaurant Lunch gathering open to anyone in Rockville, organized by the folks at Rockville Central: “Each month, we meet at a different restaurant to have lunch (Dutch) and to talk over the issues of the day in an informal setting. There are no agendas, no speakers, and no fancy dress — just folks.” 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

7:15 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 10

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

11:00 am-1:00 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 tools in the world. It is recommended for anyone making decisions about occupational choice, career direction or job satisfaction. It will give you a profile of your vocational interests, characteristics and occupations that seem best suited to you. Two sessions: March 10 (test) and March 31 (group interpretation of test results). Offered monthly. $50, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info

11:00 am-12:30 pm
Dealing with Verbal and Emotion Abuse: A Support Group for Women at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center In this four-week support group, you’ll learn about abuse, why it can be difficult to recognize, how damaging it can be to you and your relationships, and new strategies for responding to it. And, you’ll gain needed suppport from others. Meets March 10, 17, 24 and 31. Limited to 10 participants; advanced registration required. Call Louise Hanson (240-777-8300) or go to our website. $50, payable at registration. more info

6:30 pm-8:30 pm
Caring Communication for Couples at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Does it ever seem as though you and your mate speak different languages? Each person in a relationship has different ways of communicating affection and love. Join us in this couples-only workshop to learn what you each need to feel loved, respected and secure. You’ll also gain valuable insight into each other’s way of communicating and ideas for building a reserve of love and respect. Limited to 10 couples. $20 per person, payable at registration; early registration recommended. Call Louise Hanson at 240-777-8300. more info

7:00 pm
Real Maryland FC (Pre-Season ) Game vs. Aegan Hawks 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

Wednesday, March 11

9:00 am-12:00 pm
FREE Seminar: How to Write a Business Plan at Rockville Public Library Instructor: Deric Mims, Senior Vice President, Small Business Center, SunTrust Bank
This class will cover all sections of the business plan.
Rockville Library, 21 Maryland Avenue, Rockville MD REGISTER at rockvilleredi.org 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

8:00 pm
Russian Classical Ballet Theatre: Don Quixote at Parilla Performing Arts Center The Russian Classical Ballet Theatre was created in 1994 under the directorship of one of Russia’s most honored dancers and choreographers, the most honored People’s Artists of Russia and legendary star of the Bolshoi Ballet, Yuri Vetrov. The company’s formation was supported in part by the Minister of Culture of the Russian Federation and is modeled after the tradition of the Bolshoi Ballet. Many of its dancers have graduated from the Bolshoi Ballet Academy. The Russian Classical Ballet Theatre has toured with tremendous success throughout Russia, the Ukraine, Bella-Russe, the Georgian Republic, Armenia, Japan, the People’s Republic of China, the United Kingdom, France, Germany, Spain, Austria, Switzerland, Luxembourg, Belgium, in addition to undertaking major tours in Brazil, Argentina, Columbia, Venezuela, Paraguay, Uruguay, and Mexico. In the winter and spring of 2009, the company will make its first major tour of the United States and Canada. The Russian Classical Ballet Theatre will perform the full-length, fully staged production of Don Quixote. Tickets are $44 Regular, $42 Seniors and Students more info

Thursday, March 12

10:00 am
Con
versation 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
Assertiveness Skills for Personal Relationships at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Learn self-assertiveness skills to help you create more equal, harmonious relationships in your life. In this workshop, we’ll discuss positive patterns and body language; keeping control throughout a discussion; setting boundaries in a non-threatening way; and assessing a situation to make wise decisions and choices. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. 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

Friday, March 13

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-1:00 pm
Myers-Briggs Type Indicator at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center The Myers-Briggs Type indicator is the world’s most trusted and widely-used personality assessment tool. It can help you improve your work and personal relationships by showing you how your preferences affect your career and personal life. Offered monthly. $50, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info

2:00 pm-4:00 pm
Your Myers-Briggs Type and Your Career at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Learn how your Myers-Briggs Type Indicator results can help you select a new career or job, increase satisfaction with your current job, or help you decide whether to change your career or job. We’ll also discuss how your Myers-Briggs type affects career decisions and how your type can help you achieve greater career satisfaction. PREREQUISITE: You must have taken the Myers-Briggs Type Indicator and bring your MBTI results with you to this workshop. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info

6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Parents Night Out at Twinbrook Recreation Center Parents’ Night Out
Friday, March 13, 2009 6 p.m. – 7 p.m.
Drop off the kids for supervised activities. Parents can enjoy a few hours to run errands or enjoy a quiet dinner. Note: Children must be school age. #27801- Residents $8 Non-residents $10 more info

Saturday, March 14

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

7:30 pm-10:00 pm
Coral Cantigas presents Canto Y Poesia: Nostalgia & Saudade da Terra at F. Scott Fitzgerald Theater Coral Cantigas, Washington’s Premier Latino Chorus presents Canto Y Poesia; Nostalgia & Saudade da Terra. An extravaganza of song and poetry, with an interactive installation by local Brazilian visual artist Maria Barbosa. Experience exhilarating poetry as it comes to life when set to music – a unique, creative evening awaits you.
Tickets $30 Center Orchestra, $25 Side Orchestra, $2 Ninos more info

8:00 pm
National Philharmonic Choral Masterworks: Mozart’s Requiem and Bach at Music Center at Strathmore Bach’s famous cantata popularly known as Praise God in All Lands celebrates the majesty of the Almighty. Featuring a trumpet, it is a perfect companion to the Brandenburg Concerto No. 2. Mozart’s work on the Requiem was cut short by his untimely death, shrouding the work in a mystery that only adds to its universal appeal.

Stan Engebretson, conductor
Sherri Seiden, soprano
Charlotte Daw Paulsen, mezzo-soprano
Colin Balzer, tenor
Christòpheren Nomura, baritone

BACH Brandenburg Concerto No. 2
BACH Cantata BWV 51, “Praise God in All Lands”
MOZART Requiem

Kids ages 7-17 are free. Please call the Strathmore Ticket Office directly at (301) 581-5100 to purchase Kids free tickets. Kids free tickets are not available for online purchase.
*A free pre-concert lecture will be offered in the Education Center at 7pm. more info

8:30 pm
Rock and Roll with The Digits at Austin Grill The Digits are back! In support of the PSTA Post Prom Committee (to keep prom goers safely off the streets), and the RM Booster Club (which supports all RM athletic activities), the Digits will perform along with several RM Cluster parents and students. Please join us for this fun, lively, social event.
more info

9:00 pm
Live Music Saturday Night: Breakaway Band at The Potomac Grill

Sunday, March 15

9:00 am-2:00 pm
Screen Printing Workshop – Screen High-Quality Digital Photos and Designs onto T-Shirts! Ages 14 to adult. at VisArts at Rockville Screen a digital file (such as a photo, scanned drawing, or Photoshop file) to create printed T-Shirts, posters, or fine art. Learn to properly prepare your image and to use light-sensitive emulsion to transfer your image to a screen, as well as the t
echnical skills to print your work using non-toxic, water-based inks that leave fabric smooth and flexible, not plastic feeling.
Please bring 1-10 shirts or other media to print your work on. All other supplies and equipment are provided. If you would like to print a particular photo or image, we recommend you bring it digitally on a flash drive, disc, or memory card. Please wear clothing that you can paint/print in.
$90, $81 for VisArts members more info

Monday, March 16

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

7:15 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 17

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-6:30 pm
Resume-Writing as Marketing Tool at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center In today’s competitive market, only the best resumes lead to interviews that result in job offers. Learn how to design a resume that best reflects your skills, experience and employment goals. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info

7:00 pm-8:45 pm
Divorce Legal Seminar, Part I (non-child-related issues) at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Attorney-led overview of grounds for divorce, spousal support, property distribution, settlement agreements, choosing an attorney, and methods of dispute-resolution other than litigation. Offered monthly. [Child-related issues covered in Divorce Legal Seminar, Part II, on March 24.] $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. more info

Wednesday, March 18

10:00 am-12:00 pm
Choosing to Forgive at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center Putting past grievances and emotional wounds behiind you can free you to move on to a brigher future. Learn what forgiveness is and the steps you can take to work through it. $20, payable at registration; early registration recommended. 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

6:00 pm-9:00 pm
Divorce Legal Seminar / Su Derechos Legales en el Divorcio at Montgomery County Commission for Women Counseling & Career Center This attorney-led seminar in Spanish covers how to choose an attorney, get a restraining order in cases of domestic violence, obtain custody of your children and get child support, and how property is distributed. $30, payable at registration; early registration recommended. Presented by the Montgomery County Commission for Women, Counseling and Career Center. more info

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

1:30 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

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 Thursda
y, 6:00-7:30. more info

7:00 pm-8:30 pm
Parenting without Threats or Bribes 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.more info

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