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 Adventure Theatre Book Club: Read the Book, See the Play
Ongoing
Presenter: Adventure Theatre Recommended Ages: ages 4 and up Location: Adventure Theatre Admission: $10 registration fee per family
Contact Phone: (301) 634-2270 http://www.adventuretheatre.org
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Adventure Theatre continues its literary series for the 2007-2008 season with seven popular children's book adaptations. Experience the journey from reading the books at home to seeing the plays unfold before your eyes on the newly renovated, high tech stage at Adventure Theatre. Co-sponsored by Friends of the Library, Little Falls Chapter. (Books are available at the Little Falls Library.) There is only one designated Book Club performance for each play, held on a Sunday at 1:30 p.m. |
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 CAROUSEL - 88th Season!
SEE BELOW FOR ENTIRE SEASON'S SCHEDULE
Presenter: Glen Echo Park Partnership for Arts and Culture Recommended Ages: All ages Admission: $1 per ride
Contact Phone: 301-634-2222
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One of the greater Washington area’s true treasures, the historic Glen Echo Park Dentzel carousel is in its 88th year. The carousel will open for the season on Saturday, April 26 with our Family Day Celebration. Carousel tickets are $1.00 each and all riders require a ticket. Please join us for a ride on this historic treasure! __________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
April 26 through June 29: Wednesday & Thursday - 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday - Noon to 6:00 p.m. ! ____________ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
July 2 through August 31: Wednesday, Thursday & Friday – 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.; Saturday & Sunday - Noon to 6:00 p.m.! _______ ---------------------------------------------------------------------------
September 6 though 28: Saturday & Sunday - Noon to 6:00 p.m.
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 Park History Films
Sat & Sun, 4pm
Presenter: National Park Service Location: Arcade Building, Visitor's Desk Admission: Free
Contact Phone: (301) 320-1400 http://www.nps.gov/glec
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A 60-minute film documentary is shown at 4 p.m. and highlights the Park's 115-year history from a National Chautauqua Assembly to a premiere amusement park. Films are shown at the visitor's desk in the Arcade Building Saturdays and Sundays. |
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Yellow Barn Gallery Weekend Member Shows
Saturdays & Sundays - Ongoing
Presenter: Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery Location: Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery Admission: free
Contact Phone: (301) 371-5593 http://www.yellowbarnstudio.com
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The Yellow Barn Studio & Gallery presents free exhibitions of emerging artists' work. Each weekend features the work of a different artist. Most artwork is also for sale. Open every Saturday and Sunday, 12 to 5 p.m.
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 "Clara Barton, the Courage Within"
Every Tuesday, throughout the school year
Presenter: Adventure Theatre Recommended Ages: Grades 4-6 Location: Adventure Theatre Admission: $8.00
Contact Phone: (301) 634-2270 http://www.adventuretheatre.org
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Get your ticket to the hottest field trip around! Elementary school students in grades 4-6 can now enjoy an educational and entertaining 45 minute play titled "Clara Barton, the Courage Within" at Adventure Theatre. After the play, students can visit nearby Clara Barton National Historic Site where Miss Barton lived and conducted the Red Cross for fifteen years. Tuesdays at 10 a.m. during the academic year for school groups and other large groups of age-appropriate children. Tickets $8.00. Minimum 50-person audience. No charge for visiting the historic home. |
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 Carousel Tours
Sat & Sun, noon
Presenter: National Park Service Location: Arcade Building, Visitor's Desk Admission: Free
Contact Phone: (301) 320-1400 http://www.nps.gov/glec
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Carousel tours start at noon and give visitors a closer look at the beautiful 1921 Dentzel carousel. Find out how it was made, how it works, and about the rest of the amusement park attractions that were built around it. Hear about the civil rights protests and the inspiring story of how the town rallied together to save the carousel.
Admission is free and all tours are also offered by appointment at (301) 320-1400. Tours begin at the visitor's desk in the Arcade Building. |
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 Park Tours
Saturdays and Sundays
Presenter: National Park Service Location: Arcade Building, Visitor's Desk Admission: Free
Contact Phone: (301) 320-1400 http://www.nps.gov/glec
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Park tours begin at 2 p.m. and lead visitors through a walking tour of the Park to learn about its fascinating history and the current programs in arts, dance and children's activities. Admission is free and all tours are also offered by appointment at 301.320.1400. Tours begin at the visitor's desk in the Arcade Building. |
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 "Cinderella"
Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10 & 11:30 a.m. and Saturdays and Sundays, 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.
Presenter: The Puppet Co. Recommended Ages: K - Grade 6 Location: The Puppet Co. Admission: $8, group rates available
Contact Phone: (301) 320-6688 http://www.thepuppetco.org
An elegant production of the classic children's favorite. Set in 17th-century France, the story combines beautifully elaborate costumes and Offenbach's "Gaiety Parisian" to adorn the tale of the cinder girl who captures the heart of the handsome prince. The production was acclaimed at the 1997 National Puppet Festival, and performed at the Center for Puppetry Arts in Atlanta. Playing time is 45 minutes. ASL performance: May 11 at 1 p.m. |
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 Shape, Color, and Texture: Recent Works in Clay
Saturdays and Sundays, May 3 - 25, 2008, noon to 6pm
Presenter: Glen Echo Pottery Location: Popcorn Gallery
Contact Phone: 301.634.2222 www.glenechopottery.com
Glen Echo Pottery and the Popcorn Gallery presents an exhibition of the work of twelve Glen Echo Park potters showcasing their unique "dialogues with clay." The pieces demonstrate the creative combinations of shape, surface texture, and glazing that each potter uses to take the clay from concept to completion. Opening Reception May 3, 5 - 7pm.
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