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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"
April 18 - May 29, 2008
Presenter: the Puppet Co. Recommended Ages: K - Grade 6 Location: the Puppet Co. Playhouse 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. Performances on Wednesdays, Thursdays and Fridays, 10 & 11:30 a.m. and Saturdays and Sundays, 11:30 a.m. & 1 p.m.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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 Tiny Tot Tuesdays
May 13 and 15, 10:30 and 11:30 a.m.
Presenter: the Puppet Co. Recommended Ages: 0-4 Location: the Puppet Co. Playhouse Admission: $5 for children (including babies!) and adults
Contact Phone: (301) 320-6668 http://www.thepuppetco.org
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The Puppet Co. presents "Tiny Tot Tuesdays," a program designed for our youngest theater patrons (ages 0-4). The shows are shorter, the light stay on, the doors stay open, and the show is set up on the floor! Performances on two Tuesdays each month (except December and January, which have just one). May's show's are "Knight Time" on May 13 and "Teddy Bear's Picnic" on May 27. Reservations are strongly recommended. |
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 "Goodnight Moon"
May 15 through June 1, 2008, Saturdays and Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm
Presenter: Adventure Theatre and Tribute Productions Recommended Ages: All ages Location: Adventure Theatre Admission: $15 for adults, $12 for children (1 - 12 years old)
Contact Email: info@adventuretheatre.org Contact Phone: (301) 634-2270 www.adventuretheatre.org
The perfect children's bedtime book, now, a musical adaptation of goodnight wishes from a little bunny in striped pajamas preparing for--or attempting to postpone--his own slumber. Much to the chagrin of The Little Old Lady Whispering ‘Hush!’, his flights of fantasy soar up to the Moon—with lots of music and dance!
May 15 - June 1 at Adventure Theatre,
Saturdays and Sundays at 11am and 1:30pm.
Weekday Field Trip Performances: May 15-16 (10am only), 20 - 22 and 27 - 29 at 10am and 12:30pm.
Special Friday Evening Performances and PJ Party
on May 16, 23 and 30 at 7pm. Come dressed in your jammies to enjoy the fun.
Sign Language: Sunday, June 1 at 1:30 pm.
"Goodnight Moon" will be presented from June 6 - June 22 at Atlas Performing Arts Center.
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 Cajun Dance
Sunday, May 18, 3 - 6pm
Presenter: Dancing by the Bayou Recommended Ages: All ages welcome Location: Bumper Car Pavilion Admission: $20
Contact Name: Mike and Sharon Contact Email: Dancingbythebayou@verizon.net Dancing by the Bayou
Dancing by the Bayou presents a Cajun dance with Steve Riley and the Mamou Playboys. Part Cajun, zydeco and swamp pop, South Louisiana's leading young band. At a time when young Cajun musicians are experimenting with all kinds of exciting hybrids, from funk to hip-hop, Steve Riley & the Mamou Playboys have taken a more preservationist approach, mixing in carefully written originals with tunes drawn from the rich musical tradition of southwest Louisiana, updating things just enough to keep them vital and fresh. Gulf coast French Louisiana rock 'n' roll!
Admission includes a short introductory dance lesson from 3 - 3:30 pm followed by dancing until 6:00 pm to fabulous live music. |
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 Waltz Dance
Sunday, May 18, 3 - 6 p.m.
Presenter: Waltz Time Recommended Ages: All ages welcome Location: Spanish Ballroom Admission: $8
Contact Email: info@waltztimedances.org Waltz Time
Waltz Time presents a beginning waltz lesson from 3 to 3:30 p.m., followed by an afternoon of waltzes and other couples dances. Dancing from 3:30 to 6 p.m. to the music of Jubilea with Mary Lea, Anna Patton, Paul Oorts, and David Wiesler. This popular band is sure to provide a wonderful afternoon of waltz and other couples dances. As always, no partner is required for this dance in the Spanish Ballroom, and the cost is only $8, including lesson. |
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 Argentine Tango/Milonga
Sunday, May 18, 7 - 11 pm
Presenter: Flying Feet Enterprises Recommended Ages: All ages welcome Location: Spanish Ballroom Admission: $10
Contact Name: Marc and Ellen Contact Email: dance@flyingfeet.org Contact Phone: 301-299-8728 Flying Feet Enterprises
Flying Feet Enterprises presents an Argentine Tango/Milonga at Glen Echo's historic, 1930s Art Deco Spanish Ballroom. The evening will start with a tango lesson at 7 p.m. for all levels of Tango dancers.
After the lesson, dance from 8:00 pm - 11 pm to music by DJ Mark Longerbeam who will play the finest Argentine Tango music from the 1920s through today. |
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 Contra and Square Dance
Sunday, May 18, 7 - 10:30 pm
Presenter: Folklore Society of Greater Washington Recommended Ages: All ages Location: Bumper Car Pavilion Admission: $12 nonmembers/$9 FSGW members
Folklore Society of Greater Washington
The Folklore Society of Greater Washington presents traditional American dancing with a focus on New England style contra dances, including square dances, country mixers, waltzes and other couple dances. All dances are taught, and no partner is necessary.
The newcomers' welcome lesson is at 7 p.m., followed by called dances with Tom Hinds calling to Jubilea with musicians Mary Lea, Anna Patton, Paul Oorts, and David Wiesler from 7:30 to 10:30 p.m. |
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