Arts & Entertainment
Kites, Bike Rides, and More in Prince George's County this Weekend
Looking for something fun to do? See what's going on around the area.
- Where: 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Drive, College Park, Maryland 20740
- When: Saturday, August 25, 2012, 1:00 p.m.
- Why to go: Learn how to build and decorating your own kite. The $8 workshop fee covers museum admission and the price of one kite kit. (Note: Pre-registration is required.)
- Pricing: $8.00
- Where: 9217 Baltimore Ave, College Park, MD
- When: Saturday, August 25, 2012, 8:00 a.m.
- Why to go: Join up with other riders for one of two different fun and scenic rides:
- 8:00 a.m. – Food ride: Easy ride on paved trails (NE Branch) with stops at pastry shop or farmers market. These rides will take a very relaxed pace and no one is left behind.
- 10:00 a.m. – Beltsville Farms ride: Ride will take place on a 22 mile loop from the shop to the Patuxent National Wildlife Refuge. This is a very scenic ride done at a moderate pace. No one will be dropped or left behind, although sometimes we split up into groups of faster or slower riders.
- Pricing: Free
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- Where: 10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop Overlook, Laurel, Maryland 20708
- When: Saturday, August 25, 2012, 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
- Why to go: Learn about wildlife conservation and recreational opportunities through habitat exploration, children’s crafts, archery and firearm demonstrations.
- Pricing: Free
"America Meditating - Make a Shift"
- Where: Cultural Arts Center, Montgomery College, 7995 Georgia Ave, Silver Spring, MD
- When: Friday, August 24, 2012, 6:30 p.m.
- Why to go: This event will honor veterans, teachers and many others returning to regular routines after summer. The event includes speakers, meditation, dancers, singers, comedy and more.
- Pricing: Free
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- Where: 4101 Crain Hwy, Bowie, MD
- When: Friday, August 24, 2012, 7:05 p.m.
- Why to go: Cheer on the Bowie Baysox as they battle the Harrisburg Senators. This evening will also include and all-new Fireworks & Flames show to celebrate the various battles that took place in Maryland during the War of 1812.
- Pricing: $7.00
- Where: Harborview Ave., National Harbor, Maryland 20745
- When: Aug 15, 2012 - Aug 31, 2012
- Why to go: TOTEM traces the fascinating journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly. The characters evolve on a stage evoking a giant turtle, the symbol of origin for many ancient civilizations.
- Pricing: $40-150 (Depending on seating)
- Where: 3501 University Blvd E, Adelphi, MD
- When: Friday, August 24, Saturday, August 25, 9:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.
- Why to go: University of Maryland University College (UMUC) will host a new exhibit, Joseph Sheppard: A Voyage from Memory, 1930-1960. This exhibition focuses on Sheppard’s artistic journey and his creation of images based on his memory of significant American events.
- Pricing: Free
- Where: 6565 Greenbelt Rd, Greenbelt, MD
- When: Saturday, August 25, 2012, 8:00 a.m.
- Why to go: Join up with other runners and check out new and scenic trails. The Prince George's Running Club meets at 8 a.m. on Saturdays in Greenbelt National Park. The meeting point is Sweetgum picnic area. Take a right at the stop sign at the top of the rise after you enter. (Note: The club runs in all weather.)
- Pricing: Free
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