October...

IN PRINCE GEORGE'S COUNTY

All events are subject to change without notice or may be tentative. Please call in advance to confirm dates, times, fees and possible reservation requirements.

October 1 (8 pm)

UM SCHOOL OF MUSIC: UM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA, WHITE HEAT

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dekelboum Concert Hall, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

James Ross, conductor, James Stern, violin Passion lies at the heart of this concert, which includes: Sibelius: Violin Concerto Tchaikovsky: Fourth Symphony. Also featured will be Talking Fanfares, a pairing of the Janáček Sokol Fanfare with a new fanfare by UM faculty composer Lawrence Moss, written as a conversational response to Janáček’s work. ($)

October 1-2 ( 8 pm)

WHO DUNIT?

Bowie Playhouse, White Marsh Park, 6314 Crain Hwy, Bowie 20715
301-805-0219 | www.bctheatre.com

What happens when a famous mystery writer is murdered, goes to heaven and discovers that not even Archangel Michael knows who murdered him? There’s only one answer: Saint Michael sends him back to earth to relive the past twenty-four hours of his life in order to solve the murder before it is committed. ($)

October 1-24

CIRQUE DU SOLEIL PRESENTS “OVO”

The Plateau @ National Harbor, 201 Harborview Ave, National Harbor 20745
1-877-NATL-HBR
www.nationalharbor.com | www.cirquedusoleil.com
Cirque Du Soleil returns to National Harbor with the new show, “OVO”. It is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement. “OVO” is overflowing with contrasts. The hidden, secret world at our
feet is revealed as tender and torrid, noisy and quiet, peaceful and chaotic. And, as the sun rises on a bright new day, the vibrant cycle of insect life begins anew. ($)

October 1 (8 pm)

AVERY SHARPE TRIO

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Enjoy pure jazz with Onage Allan Gumbs, piano and Winard Harper on drums. ($)

October 1-3 (various times)

THE SPITFIRE GRILLE

Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington 20744

301-203-6070 | www.pgparks.com

The Spitfire Grille, A Musical. Based on a page from an old travel book, a feisty parolee follows her dreams to a small town in Wisconsin and finds a place for herself working at Hannah’s Spitfire Grill. Although the Grill is for sale, there are no takers. Newcomer Percy suggests to Hannah that she raffle it off. Entry fees are one hundred dollars and the best essay on why you want the grill. When wheelbarrows full of mail arrive, things get cookin’. Presented by the Tantallon Community Players. ($)

October 2 (9 am-6 pm)

12 ANNUAL SUITLAND FESTIVAL

Suitland Community Center, 5600 Regency Lane, Forestville 20747

301-736-3518 | www.pgparks.com

Join us for this family-friendly event celebrating Suitland beginning with a parade at 9 am.  Also, while you are here, find a bargain at Suitland Bargain Days.  FREE

October 2 (10 am-7 pm)

CAPITAL BOOKFEST

Blvd. at Capital Centre (behind Borders Books) , 931 A Capital Centre Blvd, Largo 20774

703-371-4325 | www.capitalbookfest.org

A day of readings, panels, storytelling, exhibitors and books. Featuring several celebrity and nationally-known authors for this annual, one-day event. Look for Sonia Sanchez, Bernice L. McFadden, Bertice Berry, Booker T. Mattison, Cassandra Hill, Deborah Owens, Dolen Perkins-Valdez, Electa Rome Parks, Haki Madhubuti, Pastor Jamal Bryant, James Jimason, Jud Nirenberg, Karyn Folan, Kevin Wayne Johnson, Leonard Pitts, Jr, Monda Webb, Pat G’Orge Walker, Robert Pierre, Roscoe Orman, Talaam Acey, Tinesha Davis, Trice Hickman, and William Dunn. and many more of your favorite writers.  Be one of the first 1000 people at the festival, and receive one of several FREE BOOKS, including a copy of the Cooking Up South: Entertaining with Soulful Recipes, Poems and Remembrances, and get it signed by Chef Sylvia Beverly. FREE.  

October 2 (11 am)

BOWIE INTERNATIONAL FESTIVAL

Allen Pond Park, 3330 Northview Dr, Bowie, 20716
301-809-3011 | www.cityofbowie.org
Experience the world in a day through music and dance, international foods and crafters. Rain date is Oct. 3. FREE

October 2 (8 pm)

LAUREL: A HAUNTED HISTORY

Venus Theatre, 21 C St, Laurel 20707

301-725-7975 | www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org

Join us for a candlelight walking tour as we explore Laurel's history. ($)

October 2–3 (10–4 pm)

BRANDYWINE LIONS FALL CRAFT FAIR & FESTIVAL

Brandywine Lions Park, Rt 301 & Cherry Tree Crossing Rd, Cheltenham 20623
301-782-7900 | www.brandywinelions.com
Historic Southern Maryland’s largest craft fair festival since
1975. 300 artisans and craftspeople selling, displaying and
demonstrating original creations; food, games, entertainment. ($)

October 2-31( weekends)

FRIGHT FEST

Six Flags America, 13710 Central Ave, Largo 20745

301-249-1500 | www.sixflags.com

It’s Thrills by Day, Chills by Night at Fright Fest Presented by SNICKERS. Six Flags America will be totally transformed into a Halloween playground, You’ll have a ghoulish good time with our hair-raising shows, electrifying street entertainment and thrilling haunted attractions. Plus, experience all your favorite rides in the dark.

($)

October 3 (12-5 pm)

30th ANNUAL KINDERFEST

Watkins Regional Park, 301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro 20774
301-218-6700 | www.pgparks.com
Celebrating 30 years. Bring the family and enjoy an afternoon
created especially for pre-school and elementary aged children.
Activities include stage entertainment, hayrides, moon bounces,
games and crafts. Fun for the entire family. Admission FREE.

October 3 (3 pm)

CLASSICAL RECITALS: THE WASHINGTON SAXOPHONE QUARTET

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Reg Jackson, Soprano; James Steele, Alto; Rich Kleinfeldt, Tenor; Rick Parrell, Baritone. Reservations required. ($)

October 4 (7 pm)

CREATIVE DIALOGUE

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

Laurie Anderson and Kronos Quartet’s David Harrington. FREE

October 8 (7:30 pm)

DIVING BOARD FESTIVAL: SALVATION ROAD

Old Parish House, 4711 Knox Rd, College Park 20742

301-526-9921 | www.activecultures.org

Two guys. One rusted out Honda. Twenty-four hours to separate a girl from her guru.  The trip was never more fun. ($)

October 8 (8 pm)

NASAR ABADEY AND SUPERNOVA

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Local jazz legend, Buck Hill is known world–wide for his soulful and flawless saxophone playing. During his long career he has appeared onstage with Count Bassie and Dizzie Gillespie among others. ($)

October 8-30 (5-10 pm, Fridays and Saturdays)

CALLEVA'S HAUNTED HARBOR

National Harbor, 137 National Plaza, National Harbor 20745

www.markoffshauntedharbor.com

Take a walk around our haunted pier. Surprises on our boardwalk will keep you on your toes, while trailers, sheds and a boat will keep you up at night. Enjoy rooms that mess with your senses, and lurking in the shadows are a variety of pirates that will make you walk the plank! ($)

October 8-10 (various times)

UM SCHOOL OF THEATRE: DANCE AND PERFORMANCE STUDIES

ENCHANTED APRIL

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

In an Italian villa in the 1920s, four Englishwomen — formerly strangers — open themselves to new possibilities and find unexpected pathways to self-discovery. This stage version of Elizabeth von Arnim’s novel, adapted by Matthew Barber, made its Broadway debut a decade after the 1992 movie from the same source. KJ Sanchez is guest director. ($)

October 8-10 (various times)

THE SPITFIRE GRILLE

Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington 20744

301-203-6070 | www.pgparks.com

The Spitfire Grille, A Musical. Based on a page from an old travel book, a feisty parolee follows her dreams to a small town in Wisconsin and finds a place for herself working at Hannah’s Spitfire Grill. Although the Grill is for sale, there are no takers. Newcomer Percy suggests to Hannah that she raffle it off. Entry fees are one hundred dollars and the best essay on why you want the grill. When wheelbarrows full of mail arrive, things get cookin’. Presented by the Tantallon Community Players. ($)

October 9 (9 am- 4 pm)

RIVERFEST

Riverfront Park, Avondale St, Laurel 20707

301-483-0838

There will be a host of vendors, arts & crafts, raffles, community groups, food vendors and live entertainment throughout the day. FREE

October 9 (10 am- 2 pm)

AMERICAN MARKET

National Harbor, American Way, National Harbor, 20745
240-203-4170 | www.americanmarketnh.com
Stroll along the outdoor promenade and choose from a vast offering of fine goods, specialty foods from the areas premier sellers including handmade crafts, jewelry, gifts and more.

October 9 (6 pm)

HAVE YOU M.E.T.

Laurel Museum, 817 Main St, Laurel 20707

301-725-7975 | www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org

Museum, eats and theatre in historical Laurel. Begin with dinner at the Laurel Museum. Continue your evening with a trip to Laurel Mill Playhouse to see "The American Way". Reservations required by October 4. ($)

October 9 (1-5 pm)

COLLEGE PARK DAY

College Park Community Center, 5051 Pierce Ave, College Park 20740

www.collegeparkday.org

Celebrate College Park's diverse communities. Enjoy arts & entertainment, food, games, historical activities and much more. FREE

October 9 (1-6 pm)

OKTOBERFEST AT HARD BARGAIN FARM

2001 Bryan Point Rd, Accokeek 20607

301-292-5665 | http://www.fergusonfoundation.org/oktoberfest.shtml

Sample the delicious German Cuisine including Home Made Apple Strudel, Imported Spaten Beer, Freshly Pressed Apple Cider and Hot Pretzels. 

Take a Hayride to the Potomac River shore, shop for Homemade Delicacies at the ‘Country Store’, visit the Barnyard and bid on treasures in the Silent Auction. ($)

October 9 (4 pm)

TALES THE TOMBSTONES WHISPER

Surratt House Museum, 9118 Brandywine Rd, Clinton 20735
301-868-1121 | www.surratt.org
This presentation traces the evolution of graveyards, interesting epitaphs, and discusses the changes in practices and customs. FREE

October 9 (5 pm)

DIVING BOARD FESTIVAL: THE WAY SUZANNA SPEAKS

College Park City Hall, 4500 Knox Rd, College Park 20742

301-526-9921 | www.activecultures.org

When Kara Azul receives a visa to live with her aunt in Maryland, her overprotective father and close knit family must find a way to move on and let go.  A coming of age story set in the Philippines in 2004. ($)

October (7:30 pm)

DIVING BOARD FESTIVAL: CHANCE AND NECESSITY

College Park City Hall, 4500 Knox Rd, College Park 20742

301-526-9921 | www.activecultures.org

Biologist Jacques Monod and writer Albert Camus test the relationship between science and coincidence while fighting for the French Resistance. ($)

October 10 (3 pm)

CLASSICAL RECITALS: GREG GIANNOSCOLI

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Marimba & Percussion. ($)

October 10 (6 pm)

TURNING BACK THE HANDS OF TIME "DO WOP" SHOW

Bobby McKey's Dueling Piano Bar, 172 Fleet St, National Harbor 20745

202-509-9538 | www.nationalharbor.com

Elegance on the Harbor presents Maryland Public Television Night. Turning Back The Hands of Time "Doo Wop" Show. Come enjoy an evening of Doo Wop and Hand Dancing at the National Harbor Waterfront Featuring the World Renowned Pookie Hudson's Spaniels from the hit song "Goodnight Sweetheart" & The Memories well known for "LOVE BELLS" Guest DJ: DJ Watts spinning your classic oldies. This is a MLK Production & Vision Quest Entertainment Event. ($)

October 12 (6:30 pm)

DANCE FOR A CURE: ARTISTS FIGHT HIV/AIDS DANCE COMPETITION

Bowie State University, Samuel Myers Auditorium, 1400 Old Jericho Park Rd, Bowie 20850

301-860-3700 | www.bowiestate.edu

Dance for a Cure was created to educate, and more importantly, muster support for organizations that provide HIV/AIDS services. The event, sponsored by the Alcohol, Tobacco and Other Drug Prevention Center at BSU, will feature hip-hop and street dance competitions where solo dancers and teams can compete for cash, prizes, and an opportunity to work with professional choreographers and dancers. The celebrity judges for the competition include Brice Vick, professional choreographer for Kanye West, Chris Brown, Ashanti, and Remy Ma; YahZarah (Miss Purple St. James), songstress and Grammy Award nominee; and Jeannie “Kitty of the City” Jones, radio and TV personality. FREE

October 13-16 (various times)

UM SCHOOL OF THEATRE: DANCE AND PERFORMANCE STUDIES, ENCHANTED APRIL

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

In an Italian villa in the 1920s, four Englishwomen — formerly strangers — open themselves to new possibilities and find unexpected pathways to self-discovery. This stage version of Elizabeth von Arnim’s novel, adapted by Matthew Barber, made its Broadway debut a decade after the 1992 movie from the same source. KJ Sanchez is guest director. ($)

October 14, 15 (8 pm)

UM SCHOOL OF THEATRE:

DANCE AND PERFORMANCE STUDIES, THEY ARE OF THREADED GLASS

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kogod Theatre, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

MFA student choreographer Lauren Withhart investigates voyeurism, transparency and the fragile perspective of public versus private space. Multimedia set design by Collin Ranney and guest choreography by UM associate professor Patrik Widrig.

($)

October 14-16 (8 pm)

IBEX PUPPETRY

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dance Theatre, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

IBEX Puppetry’s Heather Henson carries forward the legacy of her father Jim Henson (UM ’60) through her own artistic vision. Panther and Crane tells the story of a young crane’s journey of survival through Florida’s ecosystem — its wild places and its sprawling man-made landscapes. Dance, puppetry, animation, kite work, music and colored lights weave a world of mythic imagery and dreamlike metaphor. ($)

October 15 (8 pm)

STEF SCAGGIARI

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Pianist for Ethel Ennis, Scaggiari is also a composer, recording artist and has been an active professional in the music industry for over three decades. Come and hear him play Montpelier solo for the first time. ($)

October 16 (10 am- 2 pm)

AMERICAN MARKET

National Harbor, American Way, National Harbor, 20745
240-203-4170 | www.americanmarketnh.com
Stroll along the outdoor promenade and choose from a vast offering of fine goods, specialty foods from the areas premier sellers including handmade crafts, jewelry, gifts and more.

October 16 (10–3 pm)

PATUXENT WILDLIFE FESTIVAL

National Wildlife Visitor Center/Patuxent Research Refuge
10901 Scarlet Tanager Loop, Laurel 20708
301-497-5763 | http://patuxent.fws.gov | www.friendspwrc.org
Discover wildlife through behind-the-scenes tours, tram tours, live animals, research exhibits, kids’ crafts and more. Admission FREE.

October 16-17 (10 am- 5 pm)

AUTUMN FESTIVAL AT MOUNT AIRY

Mount Airy Mansion, 8714 Rosaryville Rd, Upper Marlboro, MD 20772

301-856-9656 | www.mountairymansion.org

Featuring hayrides, live music, handmade jewelry, antiques, baskets, spinners, Napoleonic re-enactment, art sale, homemade ice cream, cheeses, honey, fresh seafood, dulcimer making, blacksmith demonstrations, Villa de Alpacas, St. Michaels Winery wine tasting, and Desserts by Gerard. Admission FREE.    

October 17 (1-3 pm)

FALL FESTIVAL OF FUN

Billingsley House Museum, 6900 Green Landing Rd, Upper Marlboro 20772

301-627-0730 | www.pgparks.com

Join us for a fun afternoon of games, fall arts & craft, and pumpkin painting. Prizes and refreshments. ($)

October 17 (3 pm)

CLASSICAL RECITALS: TRIPLE DELIGHT PIANO TRIO

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Li-Ly Chang, Igor Yuzefovich and Pei Lu. ($)

October 19 (12:30 pm)

PRELUDE: NOON RECITAL OF SCHUMANN WORKS

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

FREE

October 19 ( 8pm)

UM SCHOOL OF MUSIC: MUSIC IN MIND
CELEBRATING THE CHAMBER MUSIC OF ROBERT SCHUMANN

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Gildenhorn Recital Hall, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

Faculty members Larissa Dedova, Mikhail Volchok, Katherine Murdock and Paul Cigan — along with members and friends of the Left Bank Quartet — showcase instrumental chamber works of Schumann. ($)

October 20 (8 pm)

DICHTERLIEBE

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Gildenhorn Recital Hall, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

Tenor Christoph Genz and noted Romantic musicologist/pianist Charles Rosen recreate Schumann’s best-known song cycle in a unique, seldom-heard version of Dichterliebe. ($)

October 21 (8 pm)

FOR LOVE OF CLARA

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Gildenhorn Recital Hall, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

The story of Robert and Clara Schumann and their friendship with Johannes Brahms told through letters, diaries and their music. Featuring UM faculty members pianist Rita Sloan, violinist James Stern and mezzo-soprano Delores Ziegler.

FREE

October 22 (6-8:30 pm)

FAMILY SCIENCE NIGHT

Howard B. Owens Science Center, 9601 Greenbelt Rd, Lanham 20706

301- 918-8750

Visitors will be treated to a wide variety of science activities, including computer simulations, hands-on activities, planetarium programs, Challenger Learning Center Mini-Missions, and views through telescopes (weather permitting). FREE

October 22 (7:30 pm)

GHOST TOURS AT SNOW HILL MANOR

Snow Hill Manor, 13301 Laurel-Bowie Rd, Laurel 20708 

301- 725-6037 | www.pgparks.com

While learning about the history of the Manor, take part in a paranormal investigation. Working with real ghost hunters and using paranormal tools, participants will take part in an EVP (electronic voice phenomena) session with experts from The Greater Maryland Paranormal Society. ($)

October 22 (8 pm)

UM SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA AND & UM CONCERT CHOIR: PARADISE & THE PERI

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Dekelboum Concert Hall, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

Schumann’s cantata for soloists, chorus and orchestra gives musical form to the Persian myth of the peri, a creature fallen from heaven and trying to regain entrance. Guest conductor Paul Goodwin, known for creative and dynamic programming, will direct the combined ensembles. ($)

October 22 (8 pm)

JULIA NIXON

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

For more than 20 years, diva Julia Nixon has been a fixture on the Washington, D.C. music scene and beyond. Her tremendous vocal power has inspired comparisons with such artists as Aretha Franklin and Tina Turner, and earned her the lead role in the Broadway production Dreamgirls. ($)

Oct. 22-23 (6:30 pm)

PATUXENT RESEARCH LAB HAUNTED HOUSE

Prince George’s Stadium (Baysox), 4101 NE Crain Hwy, Bowie, 20716

301-464-4865 | www.baysox.com

Don’t’ miss the area’s Longest Running Haunted House Adventure! Now in it's 24th year! The Patuxent Research Lab Haunted House is the ALL NEW SHOW created by Tulip Gulch Productions. The old and creeky gates of Prince George's Stadium will open at 6:30 pm each show night and Haunted House tours begin at dusk. Tours are staged in groups of no more than six (6) people at a time and start approximately every two to three minutes. ($)

October 23 (10 am- 2 pm)

AMERICAN MARKET

National Harbor, American Way, National Harbor, 20745
240-203-4170 | www.americanmarketnh.com
Stroll along the outdoor promenade and choose from a vast offering of fine goods, specialty foods from the areas premier sellers including handmade crafts, jewelry, gifts and more.

October 23 (10 am-4 pm)

2ND ANNUAL AMERICAN INDIAN FESTIVAL

Patuxent River Park, 16700 Croom Airport Rd, Upper Marlboro 20772

301-297-4575 | www.pgparks.com

Celebrate American Indian culture and heritage with interactive exhibits, Indian games and crafts, archery and live traditional music. FREE

October 23 (7 pm)

HOLLOWEEN HAPPENINGS

Belair Mansion, 12207 Tulip Grove Dr, Bowie 20715

301-809-2397 | www.cityofbowie.org

Hear a spooky story, play games, roast marshmallows, and get a treat! Wear your costume. Registration is required: amartinek@cityofbowie.org

October 24 (11 am)

BIGGEST LOSER BRUNCH

Private Stay by Mad Living, 11961 Autumnwood Ln, Fort Washington 20744

301-292-9008 | www.madlyliving.com

Join us at the dining room table for a deliciously healthy meal and an intimate conversation with "The Most Successful Biggest Loser" - PETE THOMAS!  Get inspired and get ready for our "Biggest Loser Weekend" with Pete - Coming This Spring! ($)

October 24 (1:30-3:30 pm)

HARVEST SOME FUN

Laurel Museum, 817 Main St, Laurel 20707

301-725-7975 | www.laurelhistoricalsociety.org

Learn about Harvest traditions from around the world. Games, crafts, food and more. Reservations required. ($)

October 24 (3 pm)

CLASSICAL RECITALS: ABIGAIL FISCHER

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Mezzo Soprano. ($)

October 24 (4-6 pm)

AILEY II: A CELEBRATOION OF AMERICAN DANCE

Public Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly 20784 

301- 277-1711 | www.pgparks.com

Ailey II, the second dance company of Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater, merges the spirit and energy of some of America's brightest young dancers with the vision of leading and emerging choreographers.  "A Celebration of American Dance" features ballets set to dynamic and poignant music, including ghe songs of Betty Carter and Philip Glass, plus traditional spirituals, gospel and blues. ($)

October 24 (6 pm)

THE MUSIC OF HORACE SILVER: SF JAZZ COLLECTIVE

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

The SF Jazz Collective focuses on jazz master Horace Silver, who along with Art Blakey was a founding member of the trailblazing Jazz Messengers. In his performances and recordings, Silver combined Latin, gospel and funky soul with the harmonic sophistication of bebop — and he redefined what jazz could be
in famous tunes like "Song for My Father," "Doodlin'" and “Señor Blues.” ($)

October 25 (10:15 am)

AILEY II: LECTURE AND DEMO

Public Playhouse, 5445 Landover Rd, Cheverly 20784 

301- 277-1711 | www.pgparks.com

This informal performance by Ailey II, the second dance company of Alvin
Ailey American Dance Theater, consists of narration and short excerpts from
popular pieces of Ailey II’s current repertory. Audience members will learn about the history of the dance company and have a Q&A session with the dancers. ($)

October 25-31

UTOPIA FILM FESTIVAL

Various Locations, Greenbelt, MD 20770

301-507-6581 | www.utopiafilmfestival.org

The festival takes place in Greenbelt - one of America's first planned communities, designed and built under the Roosevelt Administration's New Deal Federal Works Program in the 1930s. Films are screened at venues throughout Greenbelt. The festival celebrates film and video features, documentaries, animations, music videos, and experimental genres of all types and lengths.  Many represented works in any genre reflect the utopian ideals upon which places like Greenbelt were founded. Films in this strand address themes of community building, promoting diversity, bettering social and economic conditions, or preserving the environment.

October 27-31 (11 am-4 pm)

BETWEEN FENCES: A SMITHSONIAN INSTITUTE TRAVELING EXHIBIT

Montpelier Mansion, 9650 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7817 | www.pgparks.com
This exhibit explores physical and metaphorical boundaries and examines history of

development and immigration. Sponsored by the Smithsonian Institution and the Maryland Humanities Council. FREE

October 29–30 (7–9 pm)

MAYHEM IN MARLBOROUGH GHOST WALK

Darnall’s Chance House Museum, 14800 Gov. Oden Bowie Dr, Upper Marlboro 20772
301-952-8010 | www.pgparks.com
Take a spooky tour of historic Upper Marlboro. Meet colonial spirits and mischief-makers who once lived and worked in the county seat. Guided tours last one hour and begin at 7 pm and run continuously every 20 minutes until 9 pm. Program is not for children under the age of 6. ($)

October 29 (8 pm)

RUMBA CLUB

Montpelier Arts Center, 9652 Muirkirk Rd, Laurel 20708
301-377-7800 | www.pgparks.com

Forging its own synthesis of jazz and instrumental Latin dance music Rumba Club finishes out the 2010 series with rhythms described by LATIN BEAT magazine as ‘the finest dancing and listening music possible.” ($)

October 29 (8 pm)

LAURIE ANDERSON: DELUSION

Clarice Smith Performing Arts Center, Kay Theatre, University of Maryland College Park 20742
301-405-ARTS | www.claricesmithcenter.umd.edu

Laurie Anderson’s sonic innovations and incisive, off-beat humor have earned her a reputation as a master of performance art/rock. Commissioned by the Vancouver 2010 Cultural Olympiad and the Barbican Centre in London, Delusion bears all the striking sensual trademarks that Anderson fans have come to expect. ($)

October 29-31 (various times)

SUBURBAN MARYLAND FALL HOME SHOW

The Show Place Arena, 14900 Pennsylvania Ave, Upper Marlboro 20772

301-952-7999 | www.showplacearena.com

Exhibitors will showcase their products and services. Discover new products and trends across all categories of home improvement. FREE

Oct. 29-31 (6:30 pm)

PATUXENT RESEARCH LAB HAUNTED HOUSE

Prince George’s Stadium (Baysox), 4101 NE Crain Hwy, Bowie, 20716

301-464-4865 | www.baysox.com

Don’t’ miss the area’s Longest Running Haunted House Adventure! Now in it's 24th year! The Patuxent Research Lab Haunted House is the ALL NEW SHOW created by Tulip Gulch Productions. The old and creeky gates of Prince George's Stadium will open at 6:30 pm each show night and Haunted House tours begin at dusk. Tours are staged in groups of no more than six (6) people at a time and start approximately every two to three minutes. ($)

October 16 (10 am- 2 pm)

AMERICAN MARKET

National Harbor, American Way, National Harbor, 20745
240-203-4170 | www.americanmarketnh.com
Stroll along the outdoor promenade and choose from a vast offering of fine goods, specialty foods from the areas premier sellers including handmade crafts, jewelry, gifts and more.

October 30 (12-3 pm)

KOOKY NOT SPOOKY

Clearwater Nature Center, 11000 Thrift Rd, Clinton 20735

301-297-4575 | www.pgparks.com

Enjoy non-haunted hayrides, crafts, roasted marshmallows & hot cocoa at the campfire and meet live, fun, creepy crawly creatures! Additional snack items will be available for purchase. ($)

October 30 (12-3 pm)

HOLLOWEEN HARVEST

Watkins Nature Center, 301 Watkins Park Dr, Upper Marlboro 20774

301-218-6702 | www.pgparks.com

Join our naturalists for a non-scary, autumn celebration. Enjoy puppet shows, a creepy, crawly animal show, crafts & more! ($)

October 30 (12-3 pm)

HOLLOWEEN CARNIVAL OF FUN

Prince George's Ballroom, 2411 Pinebrook Ave, Landover 20785

301-341-7439 | www.pgparks.com

Got your costume ready Halloween? Show off your costume and enjoy the various fall-themed arts & crafts. Bring a pumpkin for pumpkin painting or purchase one of ours. Prizes, refreshments and lots of fun! Registration and payment required by October 27. ($)

October 30 (1-4 pm)

HARVEST FESTIVAL

Prince George's Sports and Learning Complex, 8001 Sheriff Rd, landover 20785

301-583-2582 | www.pgsportsandlearn.com

Enjoy an afternoon of fall activites including games, arts & crafts, a pumpkin patch and more. Pre-registration is required. ($)

October 30 (1-5 pm)

FLIGHT FEST

College Park Aviation Museum, 1985 Cpl. Frank Scott Dr, College Park 20740

301-864-6029 | www.pgparks.com

Wear your costume and enjoy the fun, fall-themed activities. There will be a costume contest and pumpkin bowling. Arts, crafts, hayrides, and spooky fun are waiting for kids and families. ($)

October 30 (5-7 pm)

SPOOKYFEST

Margruder Park, Hamilton St and 40th Pl, Hyattsville

301-985-5020 | www.hyattsville.org

Frightfully delightful fun for the whole family takes place at Magruder Park. 
Little ones will love the Spooky Fest!  Costumes encouraged for the whole family.  Activities include: A Monster Mash Dance Party, a costume parade, complete with prizes, for kids from birth up to age 12 and a Trick-or-Treat Trail. FREE

October 30 (6-8 pm)

HOLLOWEEN CARNIVAL

Harmony Hall Regional Center, 10701 Livingston Rd, Fort Washington 20744

301-203-6070 | www.pgparks.com

Join us for hayrides, caramel apple dipping, pumpkin roll relays, costume parade, face painters, fake tattoos, arts and crafts and much more! ($)

October 30 (5:30-7:30 pm)

TWILIGHT TALES

National Colonial Farm, 3400 Bryan Point Rd, Accokeek 20607

301-283-2113 | www.accokeek.org

As the sun sets over the Potomac River, experience a tale of mystery and intrigue as you are led by lantern through the National Colonial Farm. Who is hovering over the fire in the log kitchen? Is that an animal or an apparition in the shadows? The quarter-mile journey will carry you over gravel paths and grassy fields, so come prepared to walk (or run!). This scary journey is appropriate for ages 8 and up. For younger children, there will be storytelling and Halloween-themed activities in the Education Center. ($)