This Week's Upcoming Silver Spring Area Events

Silver Spring MD

17 May, 2021

12:12 PM

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SILVER SPRING, MD — Looking for things to do this week? As more local businesses and venues reopen and it becomes safer to gather in small groups, don't miss what's new on your Silver Spring Patch community calendar. Here's a roundup of local events coming up in the area this week. Have an event you would like to see it in the next roundup? You can add it to the calendar using this form. As always, it's free to post an event in your community. To reach more people, you can promote your event and share it nearby for $1 per day per community. Painting Beyond Boundaries for Adults When: Monday, May 17th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Online What: Join painter and resident teaching artist Jose Piedra in this 4-week workshop where you will learn to paint past your boundaries! Not only will you learn the basics of painting with acrylics, but this workshop also gives you the opportunity to express your artistic ideas witho... Learn More Role of the Police in Crisis InterventionWhen: Monday, May 17th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Online Webinar What: The League of Women Voters of Montgomery County presents: CRISIS INTERVENTION IN MONTGOMERY COUNTY: IS CALLING THE POLICE ALWAYS THE BEST IDEA? When crises arise and a number of us do what is most familiar – call the police – rather than what is most effective – mobilize resourc... Learn More Free webinar: Police and Crisis Intervention in Montgomery County When: Monday, May 17th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Virtual/online What: The League of Women Voters of Montgomery County presents: Crisis Intervention in Montgomery County: Is Calling the Police Always the Best Idea?When crises arise and a number of us do what is most familiar – call the police – rather than what is most effective – mobilize resources... Learn More Featured Event: [Webinar] Is Solar Right for Me? When: Tuesday, May 18th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Online What: Are you a homeowner paying over $140 a month in energy bills? If so, a home solar system can save you money on your monthly energy bills while helping the environment. You're invited to this live webinar where you will learn from a solar industry expert the benefits of going ... Learn More Featured Event: [Webinar] Is Solar Right for Me? (Wade NLHD) *ONLINE* Art & Artist Mini II for Kids When: Tuesday, May 18th at 5:00 p.m. What: Embark on an exciting hands-on journey through the world of art! Each week, our talented teaching artist Kelsey Joyce will take you on a virtual exploration of a new artist, and will teach you how to create your own artwork inspired by their creations. This mini 4-week cour... Learn More *ONLINE* Drawing for Kids: Landscapes When: Tuesday, May 18th at 5:00 p.m. What: Discover the art of landscapes in this class for beginner to intermediate level artists. Students will work with teaching artist Jose Piedra to explore the elements of art: composition, perspective, form, colors, texture, and values! Whether you're a first time artist or yo... Learn More *ONLINE* Painting for Teens: Landscapes When: Tuesday, May 18th at 5:00 p.m. What: Discover the art of landscapes in this class for beginner to intermediate level artists. Students will work with teaching artist Danielle Gantt to explore the elements of art: composition, perspective, form, colors, texture, and values! Whether you're a first time artist o... Learn More Featured Event: [Webinar] Is Solar Right for Me? When: Wednesday, May 19th at 5:00 p.m. Where: Online What: Are you a homeowner paying over $140 a month in energy bills? If so, a home solar system can save you money on your monthly energy bills while helping the environment. You're invited to this live webinar where you will learn from a solar industry expert the benefits of going ... Learn More Featured Event: [Webinar] Is Solar Right for Me? (Wade NLHD) Long Branch Book Discussion - Virtual When: Wednesday, May 19th at 2:00 p.m. What: Join us as we discuss The Great Fire by Shirley Hazzard in an informal, friendly relaxed setting. New members are always welcome. You can locate copies of The Great Fire, and place a hold in MCPL's library catalog. Once the book is available, you can schedule an appointment to... Learn More *ONLINE* Painting for Kids: Landscapes When: Wednesday, May 19th at 5:00 p.m. What: Discover the art of landscapes in this class for beginner to intermediate level artists. Students will work with teaching artist Danielle Gantt to explore the elements of art: composition, perspective, form, colors, texture, and values! Whether you're a first time artist o... Learn More Featured Event: Outdoor Pig Roast When: Thursday, May 20th at 9:00 a.m. Where: 9701 FORT MEADE RD What: Join Lantz restaurant at the Dutch farmers market for an outdoor pig roast this weekend, Thursday, Friday and Saturday. We will be selling pork sandwiches,cold drinks, platters(sandwich,slaw/beans,and cold drink), and pulled pork to take home for your family and friends.   Learn More Integral Tai Chi - Virtual When: Thursday, May 20th at 2:30 p.m. Where: Zoom What: Join us as we practice Integral Tai Chi in an informal, friendly relaxed setting. Integral Tai Chi is a series of exercises, relaxation techniques, and a type of meditation that combines Yoga, Tai Chi, Qi Gong, and meditation. This meeting is a virtual event that will be condu... Learn More *ONLINE* Comics & Cartooning Mini Session II for Kids When: Thursday, May 20th at 5:00 p.m. What: Do you love comics and cartoons? Would you like to create your own heroes and villains? Through techniques used in comics and cartooning, you will be able to use your ideas to build your own characters and story. In this 4-week class taught by comic artist Shelby Kelley, le... Learn More Painting: Landscapes for Adults When: Thursday, May 20th at 7:00 p.m. Where: Online What: Discover the art of landscapes in this class for beginner to intermediate level artists. Students will work with teaching artist Jose Piedra to explore the elements of art: composition, perspective, form, colors, texture, and values! Whether you're a first time artist or you j... Learn More *ONLINE* Drawing for Teens: Portrait When: Friday, May 21st at 5:00 p.m. What: Portraiture is where it's at in this online class for beginner to intermediate level artists. Working with teaching artist Carla Byrd, learn about proper proportions, value, textures and more! Whether you're a first time artist or you just want a refresher this class will teac... Learn More Drawing: Portraits for Adults When: Friday, May 21st at 7:00 p.m. Where: Online What: Portraiture is where it's at in this online class for beginner to intermediate level artists. Working with teaching artist Carla Byrd, learn about proper proportions, value, textures and more! Whether you're a first time artist or you just want a refresher this class will teac... Learn More Featured Event: Now is the Time! Free Covid-19 Testing & Pandemic Swag in MoCo When: Saturday, May 22nd at 10:00 a.m. What: Now is the Time! Free Covid-19 Testing & Pandemic Swag in MoCo With nearly every restriction being lifted on May 28th in Montgomery County, MD, there is no greater time to know your status and help prevent the spread of the virus before returning to normal activities Mem... Learn More Featured Event: Now is the Time! Free Covid-19 Testing & Pandemic Swag in MoCo (Randi Payton) Featured Event: Montgomery County Minority Veterans COVID-19 Testing Day When: Saturday, May 22nd at 10:00 a.m. What: Montgomery County Minority Veterans COVID-19 Testing Day Although many pandemic restrictions in the area are being lifted, Don't Stress, Take the Test! According to the Department of Veteran Affairs, it is imperative that Vets and their families -- especially those not vaccina... Learn More Featured Event: Montgomery County Minority Veterans COVID-19 Testing Day (Randi Payton) Featured Event: CES In-Person Preschool and Lower School Open House When: Saturday, May 22nd at 10:00 a.m. What: Ready to enroll in a fully in-person setting in the fall? Explore CES at this Saturday's In-Person Preschool and Lower School Open House, 10am-12pm. Tours begin on the Preschool playground. Grab a snack and tour with teachers and administrators to discover the CES differenc... Learn More Featured Event: CES In-Person Preschool and Lower School Open House (Jgerber) Featured Event: VIRTUAL + FREE Sell Your Home For Top Dollar When: Saturday, May 22nd at 11:00 a.m. Where: Donna Kerr Group What: If you've heard how hot this seller's market is in the DMV, but aren't sure what to do to prepare for selling your home, we're here to help. Before you make any decisions on your home's sale, join us for a VIRTUAL seminar hosted by the DKG listing team! If you're considering s... Learn More Featured Event: VIRTUAL + FREE Sell Your Home For Top Dollar (Donna Kerr Group) Celebration of Spring! When: Saturday, May 22nd at 12:00 a.m. Where: Virtual/Online What: Open the windows, bask in balmy breezes, and enjoy a virtual festival of May traditions old and new in "Celebration of Spring!" No Zoom boxes here… Washington Revel's video release places YOU at the center of the springtime fun for all ages set against the beauty of DC in full... Learn More AAHP Community Day 2021 When: Saturday, May 22nd at 9:00 a.m. Where: Online What: Please make plans to attend the 8th Annual AAHP Community Day, which will be held during Black Wellness Health Week. This year, AAHP Community Day 2021 will be held online on Saturday, May 22, 2021, from 9 AM to 12:30 PM via zoom. This online event will feature sessions on top... Learn More *Onsite* Art Immersion: Mixed Media Mini II *For Kids* When: Saturday, May 22nd at 11:00 a.m. What: Our Art Immersion series takes you on a deep dive into the world of art. This spring it's all about mixed media! Taught by expert teaching artist Ann Deutermann, students will work with combinations of materials and techniques – paper mache, paint, paper, cardboard, pencils, a... Learn More See more local events, or add your own, on the Silver Spring Patch community calendar. Editor's note: This article was automatically generated based on event information mainly provided by community members. Patch has not independently verified most of this information. Click on any event in the list for more details. You can also reach out to [email protected] with any questions or other feedback about this article.